Job summary OurYouth Development Schemeis forindividuals aged 1621 interested in pursuing careers in the medical and health fields. The program will offer a transformative experience by focusing on skill-building, employability, social action, and community integration. By empowering young people, the scheme will create future leaders who are well-prepared for careers in healthcare while fostering stronger, more connected communities. Program Objectives 1.Develop Life Skills:Equip participants with essential life skills such as communication, teamwork, and decision-making to enhance confidence and leadership capabilities. 2.Enhance Employability:Offer targeted activities to develop employability skills, including CV writing, interview techniques, and workplace readiness tailored to the medical and health sectors. 3.Engage in Social Action:Provide volunteering opportunities in healthcare settings and community projects to foster a sense of responsibility and civic engagement. 4.Promote Diversity and Inclusion:Encourage young people from diverse backgrounds to collaborate, learn from each other, and serve their communities. 5.Strengthen Communities:Create meaningful connections between participants and local communities to build trust, integration, and resilience. 6.Empower Positive Change:Inspire participants to make tangible differences in their communities through healthcare-focused projects and initiatives. Main duties of the job Youth workers work directly with young people, by supporting our Youth Leaders to deliver a sessions across our range of programmes. In this role, you'll support the learning and development of young people into the next generation of health citizens. You will alsohelp young people develop their confidence, teamwork skills, self-discipline, and generally encourage them to strive to be the best they can be, as well as supervise and support other adult volunteers in their team. About us XL Team Comprehensive Medical, Health & Safety Solutions Across the U.K. XL Team, proudly rooted in the North East U.K., delivers a wide range of health, safety, and medical services nationwide. Our expertise includes event medical services with highly trained medics, paramedics, and ambulance support for events of all sizes. We also provide dedicated TV and film medical support, ensuring on-set safety for productions across the U.K. Our event welfare services offer vital attendee support, including quiet spaces, emotional care, and essential supplies to improve event experiences. In the workplace, our occupational health services help businesses promote employee well-being through tailored health surveillance and risk management solutions. We are a trusted provider of accredited training courses, including first aid, mental health first aid, and workplace safety, helping individuals and teams stay prepared for emergencies. Additionally, through XL Health, we lead community wellness initiatives and offer life-saving innovations to improve public safety. With a commitment to professionalism, care, and excellence, XL Team combines local expertise with national reach, offering bespoke services that enhance safety and well-being in any setting. Visit www.xlteam.co.uk to learn more. Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £1 a year Expenses only as this is a volunteer post Contract Voluntary Duration 3 years Working pattern Job share, Flexible working, Term time hours Reference number E0431-25-0007 Job locations XL Team - Education Centre A1 Euro House, Earlsway Gateshead Tyne and Wear NE110RQ Job description Job responsibilities Supporting the delivery of games, activities, and sessions during meetings as part of our Youth programme. Co-ordinating with colleagues in your team to ensure all young people are happy, safe, and supervised Empowering young people, creating an inclusive environment and encouraging participation from young people Supporting Managers as appropriate with tasks specific to youth provision which may include administration, collecting/creating resources, paperwork, etc Job description Job responsibilities Supporting the delivery of games, activities, and sessions during meetings as part of our Youth programme. Co-ordinating with colleagues in your team to ensure all young people are happy, safe, and supervised Empowering young people, creating an inclusive environment and encouraging participation from young people Supporting Managers as appropriate with tasks specific to youth provision which may include administration, collecting/creating resources, paperwork, etc Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working with young people or as part of a youth organisation Excellent interpersonal skills and personal motivation to work as part of a team and an infectious sense of enthusiasm and commitment Passion for seeing young people succeed and a willingness to engage and support young people to learn life skills Able to communicate effectively with young people Qualifications Essential N/A Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of working with young people or as part of a youth organisation Excellent interpersonal skills and personal motivation to work as part of a team and an infectious sense of enthusiasm and commitment Passion for seeing young people succeed and a willingness to engage and support young people to learn life skills Able to communicate effectively with young people Qualifications Essential N/A Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name XL Team LTD Address XL Team - Education Centre A1 Euro House, Earlsway Gateshead Tyne and Wear NE110RQ Employer's website https://www.xlteam.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)