Are you passionate about empowering young people? Ready to make a difference in the lives of those with learning disabilities and additional needs? This is your moment.
Join Mencap NI Youth and be part of something powerful and transformative.
Supported by PEACEPLUS, a programme managed by the Special EU Programmes Body (SEUPB).
We are on the lookout for enthusiastic, driven, and proactive youth workers to help deliver our HEROES+ Project.
Focused on young people aged 14-24, HEROES+ is all about:
* Unlocking potential
* Promoting inclusion
* Fostering peacebuilding and understanding
* Building a more connected, peaceful, and cohesive community
We’ll be delivering bold, innovative programmes that transform lives, promote positive relationships across communities, and challenge stereotypes. We want you to be part of it.
As a Youth Worker, you will:
* Design and deliver creative, engaging sessions
* Support personal and social development
* Be a positive role model and mentor
* Help young people find their voice and reach their goals
Join us to:
* Be part of a transformative project
* Be part of a supportive, inclusive team
* Access ongoing training and development opportunities
* Amplify the voices of young people who deserve to be heard
Full information and application details can be found in the attached application pack and job description.
Please apply with an up-to-date CV and cover letter explaining how you meet the role requirements set out in the job description for consideration.
At Mencap, we value a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we plan for the success of all our colleagues. We welcome applications from everyone. Come as you are and join us. Together, we are Mencap.
*The roles will be offered on a contract basis until December 2027.
As well as knowing that our work makes a positive difference, you will receive fair pay and access to a wide range of rewards and benefits:
* 24 days holiday, pro-rata (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service, plus the option to buy up to 10 additional days via our HolidayPlus scheme
* Service-related sick pay after 6 months probation
* Eligibility to join Mencap Pension Plan, with employer contributions up to 5%, NI savings, and auto-enrollment after three months if not joined initially
* Membership of Mencap Pension Plan, including up to 3 times salary death in service cover and 50% salary Income Protection after 26 weeks of long-term sickness
* Loans for debt consolidation, bikes, computers, and phones after 6 months of employment
* Interest-free season ticket loans
* Discounts and cashback at high street shops, supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure parks, holidays, and more via Mencap Extras
* Option to purchase a health cash plan for dental, glasses, therapy, etc.
* Free 24/7 employee assistance program for support and advice
* Quarterly awards and recognition through the YouRock program every 5 years
* Access to award-winning training and development
*Terms and conditions apply based on contract.
About Mencap
We partner with people with learning disabilities, supporting them to live as independently as they choose. We provide high-quality, flexible services, advice through help lines and websites, and opportunities for personal development. We aim to inspire you to reach your potential and make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
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