Youth Worker (Full-time)

This is a new post that will work with the Programme Director and Senior Youth Worker in developing the growing programme of youth activities on offer. There are three main areas of focus for this role; the post holder will work on embedding Social Action and Youth Voice within The Avenues, creating opportunities for young people to play active roles in their communities and driven by young people and community expertise. This post will also oversee Recruitment and Outreach, which includes developing relationships within the local community to drive membership. Furthermore, this role will lead on developing employability for young people and partnerships which includes coordinating Youth Events and Open Days.

The Avenues Youth Project in W10 was established in 1979. Our mission is to support young people who might not otherwise get the opportunity to flourish. The service currently operates 6 days a week, with much scope to develop new programmes. We offer a range of activities from Sports, Cooking, Music, Art and much more, tailored to the needs and ambitions of our young members. In addition, we run programmes during school holidays through the day and into the evenings. The Avenues Youth Project offers a vital resource for the local community, providing free opportunities in a safe, attractive environment for young people to develop educationally, socially and personally through an exciting and wide range of sport, creative arts and practical skills.

If you are passionate about working with young people, please send us your CV and a cover letter explaining why the role interests you and how you meet the person specification.

Send your application to iwanttowork@avenues.org.uk. We are looking for successful candidates to start as soon as possible, therefore applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and interviews scheduled accordingly.