The NewBridge Project and Dwellbeing Shieldfield are looking for a new Sessional Youth Worker to join us in working with the young people of Shieldfield. The Shieldfield Youth Programme is a space for young people to come together, make friends, and develop their skills and talents. It empowers people to become active members of the Shieldfield community, through youth-led activity that is locally rooted and thematically strong, centred on creativity, solidarity, social and economic justice. Young People have been at the heart of the programme since it began in 2021. Today the Youth Programme brings together over 100 young people in Shieldfield. On 16 hours a week split across 3 days, the Sessional Youth Worker will support detached work, our usual weekly sessional delivery, activities, trips and events-as well as delivering exciting projects with artists and the wider Youth Programme team as part of Dwellbeing Shieldfield and The NewBridge Project, in line with the values of both organisations. The Sessional Youth Worker role will be responsible for the ongoing delivery of meaningful youth activity for children and young people. They will work with the Youth Worker and the Youth Programme Producer to develop and plan activity that supports the learning and development of young people, creating a positive and inclusive environment for all users. Current rhythm of Delivery for The Shieldfield Youth Programme includes: Experience & Knowledge: Essential: Support the Youth Worker and Youth Programme Producer with planning and delivery of weekly, monthly and seasonal engaging activity as part of the Shieldfield Youth Programme, responding to the voices and ideas of the young people within it. The deadline for applications is Wednesday 29 April 2026, 12pm Midday. All applications must be sent to [email protected] with the subject heading Sessional Youth Worker Application. We have a number of different ways to apply for this role. You can do this through: If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please contact us directly so we can discuss how to support you in your application. Please read the job pack carefully before applying – the job description and skills outlined should help you to make a strong application.Job Summary
Job Description
Weekly detached youth work (on Monday's between 3:45 4:45pm)
Regular youth groups (two sessions on a Wednesday. 3:45-4:45pm for ages 8 and under, 5:15-6:15pm for ages 9-11).
Youth music project, Shieldfield Sounds, on every Thursday from 4-6pm that uses music as a way to tackle racism.
Heading out on trips and go-see's during school holidays, as well as taking part in wider Shieldfield community programmes where appropriate.Job Requirements
Experience of organising and co-facilitating innovative and inclusive activities in collaboration with community groups.
Ability to relate to, encourage and motivate young people to nurture their gifts and leadership potential.
Knowledge of issues that are current and relevant to young people.
Basic knowledge of Health and Safety at Work and in the context of youth work.
Level 3 Safeguarding Training (or a commitment to obtaining - cost covered by us).
Understands and can apply the principles of confidentiality.
Experience of initiating, building and sustaining professional relationships with young people from a diverse range of cultural and religious backgrounds.
Ability to listen to and empathise with young people.
Ability to communicate effectively with a range of different audiences (children, young people and responsible adults, artists).
Sound computer skills
Ability to monitor and evaluate your work with young peopleJob Responsibilities
Deliver programme activity that provide a range of engaging activities suitable to the needs and interests of children and young people between the ages of 3-17.
Deliver all activities on time, within agreed budgets and to a high standard.
Identify any safeguarding concerns, keeping confidential records and liaising with the Designated Safeguarding Officers as required.
Support with running events and activity both on and off-site.
Work evenings and weekends when appropriate to meet the needs of Shieldfield Youth Programme.
Develop strong relationships with young people and their responsible adults (parents, carers and guardians).
Support detached work in Shieldfield to build relationships with young peopleUseful Links
How to Apply
- A single PDF document containing the information outlined in the job pack.
- A video or audio file containing the information outlined below
- A mixture of written and video or audio application (e.g. an audio application but written Equal Opportunities Form)