Change Grow Live are a charity dedicated to the belief that we can make a difference to our Service Users lives, offering support and respect in a safe environment, treating each user as an individual and working with them to find the right treatment and care options. Our core values are ‘Be open, be compassionate and be bold’ and our team members apply these daily to achieve our mission of helping people change the direction of their lives, grow as individuals, and live life to its full potential. We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a Young Persons Outreach and Engagement Worker - Vaping to join our team. This role focuses on supporting young people and promoting healthier choices by working across Nottingham schools and alternative provisions. You’ll engage with students and staff to raise awareness about the risks of vaping and nicotine-based products, deliver interactive sessions, and create safe spaces for open conversations. Your work will empower young people to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing. Where: Nottingham H o urs : Full time, 37.5 per week Full Time Salary Range : £27,861.26 - £ 32,002.35 Contract Type: Fixed Term until 29th Feb 2028 Are you passionate about supporting young people and promoting healthier choices? We have a fantastic new opportunity for a Vaping Outreach and Engagement Worker to join our team. In this role, you’ll work across Nottingham schools and alternative provisions, engaging with students and staff to raise awareness about the risks of vaping and nicotine-based products. You’ll deliver interactive sessions, create safe spaces for open conversations, and help young people make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing. What you’ll do: Building and maintaining positive working relationships with Schools and key community partners/stakeholders. Engaging with young people and young adults in a way that is meaningful & impactful in a short space of time Researching and consulting with young people/young adults to identify relevant approaches to outreach and best practice. Facilitating evidence-based outreach activities with young people & young adults, to a high standard of delivery, including drop-ins and stalls. Work closely with key services to identify and deliver outreach focused community engagement events. Provide non-judgmental, confidential information about vaping harms. Promote our service and signpost young people to further support. Collaborate with schools and partners to strengthen prevention pathways. What we’re looking for: Considerable knowledge & experience of working with young people and/or young adults. A friendly, approachable communicator who enjoys working with young people. Experience of working within a community service setting - e.g., youth work, drug &alcohol,mental health, sexual health, community safety, etc Ability to effectively facilitate/deliver community-based outreach - considering challenging behaviour & personal safety. Ability to build trust and create positive relationships in educational settings. Passion for harm reduction and community engagement. Commitment to young people and an understanding of the factors affecting their lives What we will give to you: 25 days holiday ( bank holidays) rising by 1 day for each years’ service “Capped at 30 days” Paid ‘Wellness’ hour each week along with a ‘Wellness’ hub and Employee Assist Programme Contributory pension scheme Several benefits incl. discounts for shopping, cinema, holidays, etc. A friendly and supportive team Training, career development & progression opportunities Generous Refer-a-Friend Scheme Please ensure that when completing your application form and supporting statement, you reflect on the details outlined in the job description. This will help us understand how your skills and experiences align with the requirements of the role. If you’re ready to make a real difference and help shape a healthier future for young people, apply today and join us in creating change! Direct applications only — we will not be engaging agencies for this vacancy. Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. For applicants with time-limited visas, unfortunately, we are unable to support new visa applications or extensions. More information about eligible roles and occupations can be found here: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. CGL points 23 to 28 (£27,861.26 - £32,002.35) N/A - Outside London Weighting Area 31/1/2026 Habib Akhtar | habib.akhtar@cgl.org.uk | 07738488020 This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.