The post holder will be responsible for the development and delivery of the agreed unit programme, the management of appropriate staff/volunteers and the implementation of organisational policies. The post holder will work directly with young people to develop their social education by providing programmes of activities. This post is for workers that have operational responsibility for a local youth club/project. The post holder will be line managed by a nominated worker or voluntary management committee, providing strategic leadership and operational guidance.
Responsibilities
* To identify, prioritise and deliver a programme of youth work activities based on need in the designated area, related to the ‘Model for Effective Practice’.
* To provide leadership and support for a team of part-time workers and volunteers within the club/project.
* Ensure that young people play an active role in the club/project and work towards a model of youth participation.
* Develop and maintain relationships with the wider community and external agencies.
* Provide information and support to young people to assist them to express and realise their goals and to work effectively in groups.
* Challenge oppressive behaviour in young people.
* Encourage young people to broaden their horizons and be active citizens.
* Monitor and evaluate the quality of youth work activities, supporting young people in the evaluation of the activities and the impact of youth work on their development.
* Support young people in their understanding of risk and challenge and in taking action to address key issues in their lives.
* Implement the Management Committee’s Child Protection Policy and work with young people to safeguard their welfare and the welfare of others.
* Be responsible for administration within the unit/project, including financial matters, effective record keeping and ensuring that the administrative requirements of the EA are met.
* As appropriate be involved in the recruitment, selection and induction of paid staff and volunteers.
* To carry out such duties, as may be assigned by the Line Manager, within the level of the post.
Skills and Qualifications
* Applicants must have: 1(a) Northern Ireland Youth Service Youth Support Worker Qualification; OR 1(b) OCN Level 3 Introduction to Youth Work and Programme Development; OR 1(c) an equivalent Youth Work Qualification and 1 year experience
* Experience and a working knowledge of using I.T and software packages such as Word and Excel and variety of databases in which to gather required information
* Good communicator with inter-personal and organisational skills
* Work to a high level of accuracy
* Ability to prioritise/meet deadlines
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Willing to work within the mission, vision and values of Leafair Community Association Ltd
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Experience and understanding in the use of Social Media
Further Information
£12,298.82 per annum pro rataAbility to work flexible hours at times demanded by the position.No handwritten applications accepted.
Application Information
To apply email: donna@leafaircommunity.org
Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 07 Nov 2025
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