Are you keen to work with Young People and have a passion for creativity and being active?
William Morris School, part of Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties. Youth Support Workers are pivotal in creating and supporting tailored activities for young people, and those who live in our boarding provision. As a Youth Support Worker your personality and creativity will be key in shaping and helping children pursue personal aspirations.
Responsibilities for this role include:
· Encouraging young people to engage in a variety of clubs and offsite trips.
· Planning, organising and running activity programmes.
(All of which promote social development)
Benefits for this role include:
* 39-week term time role
* Training and development opportunities which include recognised qualifications and accredited certificates.
* Salary: £26,000 (FTE) per annum (pro-rata for 39 weeks) with option for overtime
* Fixed 2-week rota to include one weekend day per fortnight.
* Equivalent of 28 days per annum holiday pay calculated in hours
* Pension scheme
* Clear progression career path for staff who wish to develop their careers within the Trust.
* Free onsite parking and free meals provided if working during mealtimes.
* Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card
* Health Cash Plan for Employees
* Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)
Requirements for the role:
The role would ideally suit someone with previous experience in sports coaching/ young people’s mentoring/ performing arts/creative activities; or
who holds a qualification in Psychology/Sports and Exercise /Sports Coaching/ Youth and Community/Working with Children & Families; or
We also offer this position in a trainee capacity for those who may not meet the desired requirements but are looking to start a career in this field. Please note in your application which role you feel is more relevant for you.
Successful candidates will have:
* A motivated, creative, and empathetic approach
* Enthusiasm to work with and support the development of young people
* Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities with young people
* Confidence to contribute and collaborate with the youth support team and wider care team
* A keenness to learn and implement Trauma Informed Practice
* Previous experience in working with children and young people is desired
* Driving licence – desired
Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.