About this role
Inspire is a charity dedicated to helping young people discover their purpose and fulfil their potential. Address: Lowestoft, Ipswich and West Suffolk locations.
Salary:£24,762 – £27,502 per annum. Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Contract: Permanent. Reference: 0796.
This Youth and Community Practitioner role sits at the heart of our delivery, supporting both Pre and Post 16 programmes, including the King’s Trust Team Programme and wider youth and community provision.
You will
* Deliver engaging group sessions, workshops and outreach activities.
* Support young people to overcome barriers and stay engaged.
* Build positive relationships and act as a trusted mentor.
* Contribute to enrichment activities, trips and residentials.
* Work alongside tutors, youth workers and community partners.
Key responsibilities
* Support delivery of youth programmes, holiday provision and outreach work.
* Encourage participation and recruitment of young people aged 16‑25.
* Provide mentoring and behavioural support.
* Support social action projects, employer engagement and enrichment activities.
* Champion youth voice and participation.
* Maintain accurate records and support programme compliance.
* Follow safeguarding, health and safety and equality procedures.
We’re looking for someone who is
* Passionate about supporting young people from diverse backgrounds.
* A strong communicator who can build positive relationships.
* Organised, proactive and able to work independently.
* Motivated to inspire and empower others.
Essential requirements
* Understanding of issues affecting young people.
* Experience using IT systems.
* Knowledge of safeguarding and PREVENT.
* GCSE English (or equivalent).
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
* Willingness to work flexibly, including residentials.
Benefits
* Career development – access to training and career advancement opportunities.
* Birthday leave – an extra day of annual leave after the probation period.
* Gifted leave – additional annual leave over the Christmas period.
* Annual leave and pension contributions accrual based on tenure.
* Childcare support – free places (ages 5‑11) at holiday clubs while you work.
* Uniform – a professional, high‑quality uniform provided at no cost.
* Free parking – convenience at all sites.
Our values
We believe in equality, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all.
J-18808-Ljbffr