Join Our Team Wellbeing Lead Youth Worker
Based in Bradford | Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)
Salary: £28,163 £30,559 (NJC Pt 1318) + 5% Pension
Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive in their mental health and wellbeing? Do you have the creativity, experience, and drive to shape innovative youth programmes that make a lasting impact?
At Emerge, we believe lasting transformation is possible for young people and their communities. For 30 years, we've worked alongside young people in some of Bradfords most disadvantaged areas, helping them grow in confidence, resilience, and hope. Now, were looking for a Wellbeing Lead Youth Worker to join our vibrant and committed team.
Your Role in Our Mission
As our Wellbeing Lead, youll lead the design and delivery of inspiring, wellbeing-focused youth work across our Community Hubs and schools-based programmes. You'll be a hands-on practitioner and a strategic thinker, empowering our wider team with tools, training, and ideas to embed mental health support throughout our youth work.
Key Responsibilities of the Wellbeing Lead Youth Worker:
Develop and run group sessions, 1:1 mentoring and innovative projects aimed at boosting young peoples mental health.
Inspire and support youth workers across Emerge to strengthen their wellbeing practice.
Build deep, positive relationships with young people in both community and school settings.
Champion an inclusive, relational approach that reaches the most marginalised.
Who Were Looking For
A strong track record of supporting young peoples wellbeing.
Experience in youth work across community and/or school environments.
Passion, creativity, and a flexible mindset.
Confidence in leading and inspiring others.
Excellent communication, organisation, and IT skills.
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Why Join Emerge?
Be part of a bold, values-driven charity rooted in long-term community engagement.
Work within a passionate team making a real difference across Bradford.
Shape and lead innovative programmes in a supportive, creative environment.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Flexible working and a culture that values wellbeing for staff as well as young people.
Ready to help young people build brighter futures?
If you have the enthusiasm and skills to hit the ground running in this brand-new Wellbeing Lead Youth Worker position, then we would love to hear from you. APPLY NOW for immediate consideration.
Emerge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate references.
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