Youth Worker: Projects Lead (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £15,550
Hours: 24
Location: Redcar
Description of Job
An exciting opportunity to join the Blank Canvas team working with young people in Redcar.
We are seeking to recruit a Youth Worker to take a lead role in three exciting areas:
1. Compass Programme
2. St Hilda’s Youth Club
3. YAFA (Youth and Families Advocacy) Programme
In this role, you will have the opportunity to see transformation in the lives of some of Redcar's most at-risk and disengaged young people, equipping them with practical tools to break destructive patterns, a safe space in which to be listened to, and an empowering boost to their self-esteem.
Deadline for CV and Cover Letter: no later than midnight Sunday 6th April 2025
Shortlisting completed by: Friday 11th April 2025
Please note: There is a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) for the post-holder to be a practicing Christian.
If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role, please contact Abi Hedges at abi@blankcanvasyouth.com.
Blank Canvas is a Christian charity that exists for young people in Redcar. We seek to identify the barriers that young people are facing locally every day and to equip and support young people to overcome them! We’re proud to be youth-focused and youth-led, seeking to first listen, understand, and learn from young people and then act, champion, and advocate for them.
Our Vision:
FOR EVERY YOUNG PERSON IN REDCAR TO HEAR THE LIFE-CHANGING STORY OF JESUS CHRIST
TO MEET AND RESPOND TO THE PRACTICAL NEEDS IMPACTING YOUNG PEOPLE EVERY DAY ACROSS REDCAR
We believe that Christians can and should be promoting positive change in their communities and in the lives of young people. We work closely with the Churches in Redcar and have gathered, and continue to gather, an amazing team of volunteers from a variety of different backgrounds who are passionate about supporting young people and share our vision!
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