Area Youth Worker - East

Salary: £35,533 - £38,016 per annum (JNC 17 - 20)

Work base: Hybrid - Schools and in the community

Conwy Youth Service is looking for an enthusiastic youth worker to join the team.

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about youth work and most importantly has a passion for working alongside young people to realise their aspirations and ambitions.

The successful candidate will be lead on community based delivery in and around the centre of the county, delivering face to face youth provisions, outreach work and targeted projects for young people. This role will involve working in partnership with local organisation and schools to increase the offer and opportunities for young people.

We are looking for someone with experiences of managing and lead an area and team of youth support workers. The right candidate will join a friendly, enthusiastic and passionate team.

A full and comprehensive understanding of all issues relating to safeguarding will be expected of the successful candidate.

Manager details for informal discussion:

Chris Gledhill, Senior Youth Work Practitioner
( chris.gledhill@conwy.gov.uk / 01492 575508 )

Welsh Language Skills: The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. We are committed to our Welsh language and are proud of our Welsh culture. We welcome applications in both Welsh and English and application forms received in either language will not be treated less favourably than each other. We're passionate about supporting and encouraging you to use your Cymraeg whatever your level. We offer free classes at all levels, in-person and on-line to support you.

Conwy is committed to safeguarding. Qualifications and references will be verified.

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We're committed to developing a diverse workforce and inclusive teams that embrace a wide range of voices, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. Creating a workplace that is welcoming and where everyone feels they belong ensures we can deliver great services.

We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have declared a disability in your application, we guarantee an interview if you evidence that you meet the essential criteria of the job in your application (requirements marked with an 'E' on the Person Specification).

We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process (and in employment) where possible. We encourage you to request adjustments. To do this please contact the manager named above to discuss your needs and potential support. There are options to apply via different formats, please contact the HR Team on 01492 576129 to discuss how we can support you. These requests will not put you at any disadvantage. Need some support with your application? We've got tips, guidance and support services to help you through it.

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