Senior Youth Worker, YVAP

London - UK

Yearly Salary: £ 42912 - 44235

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!

We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UKs first Borough of Sanctuary for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.

Introduction

Are you passionate about empowering young voices and driving meaningful change
Join Lewishams dynamic Youth Service team as a Senior Youth Voice Action Participation Worker (YVAP).
Lead innovative programmes like the Young Mayor and Young Advisors.
Make a lasting impact through youth-led action participation and leadership.

Were looking for someone who:

Champions youth voice social action and civic engagement.
Has a Level 3 qualification in youth work practice (or equivalent).
Brings experience working with young people aged 825 in informal settings.
Communicates confidently and inclusively with a strong safeguarding ethos.

Whats the role

Lead the development and delivery of Lewishams Youth Voice Action and Participation (YVAP) programme.
Support young people to engage in civic duties governance and social action.
Manage and inspire a team of Youth Workers and volunteers in face-to-face delivery.
Champion youth-led initiatives including the Young Mayor and Young Advisors programmes.

Whats in it for you

Excellent training and development opportunities plus a range of benefits including:

Generous holiday allowance
Local Government Pension scheme
Flexible working and family friendly policies
Season ticket and bicycle loans
A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
Supportive staff networks

What were looking for

Were looking for a passionate and experienced youth worker to lead Lewishams Youth Voice Action and Participation programme. Youll manage high-profile initiatives including the Young Mayor and Young Advisors empowering young people to influence decision-making and drive change. This is a leadership role requiring creativity safeguarding expertise and strong partnership working across schools communities and political bodies.

Location

The job is primarily based in Laurence House but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.

Special conditions

Relevant Youth and Community Work (JNC)qualificationor equivalent is needed
Weekend working is required for this job
The job is subject to an enhanced DBS check

The recruitment process is anonymous and we dont accept CVs.

Applicant handbook- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.

For an informal discussion about this job please contact Katy Brown -

Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification

Salary

42912.00- 44235.00 per annum (SO2)

N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale) which is subject to evidential proof.

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme further details are available at Council has a dedicated employment support service Lewisham Works which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works please email and an advisor will be in touch with you.

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DescriptionDiscover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UKs first Borough of Sanctuary for our work in championing the righ...