We have been working with the local community, providing support to some of Surrey’s most vulnerable young people and their families for the past 3 years.Our vision is to develop happy, thriving and resilient young adults who can contribute positively to society. We are looking for a Youth Work Coordinator and a supporting part time worker to deliver high-quality youth work at our youth centre Job Title: Youth Work Coordinator Hours: 37 hours a week to be worked flexibly, some evenings essential and some weekends. Length of Contract: 2 years (longer if funding becomes available) Location 130 Upper Hale Road, Farnham, Surrey GU9 0JH Rate of pay: £24 to £28k per annum Responsible to: Community & Youth Centre Manager Main purpose of Job Running sessions; building relationships; delivery of youth services. They will work closely with the other Youth Workers to ensure a great supportive programme and efficient use of all resources. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Planning and Development • Plan, resource and deliver sessions to ensure continued support is given by HC&YC to young people; Putting young people first, ensuring we offer the right help at the right time • Ensure that young people are involved in the planning, delivery and evaluation of youth work Delivery • Deliver high quality youth work • Work within HC&YC equal opportunities, health & safety and safeguarding policies • Identify emerging needs and plan services to meet those needs Quality and standards • Ensure evaluations and case notes are all up to date and completed on time • Keep accurate records and provide data and information as required Communications and relationships • Develop and maintain relationships, particularly with existing and new delivery partners and commissioners Person specification - Key skills Experience • Experience of delivering and leading high-quality youth work sessions is essential • Experience of monitoring and evaluating youth work • Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance in relation to working with young people • Current child protection training or a willingness to work towards • Experience of working with young people aged 11 to 18 • Ability to develop appropriate, supportive, positive relationships with young people • Able to evidence a commitment to empowering young people • Able to promote themselves and their work; being a positive role model within the community at all times, in line with the values of The Hale Community and Youth Centre • Able to recognise current issues for young people and the barriers they may face that leave them vulnerable • To be pro-active when participating in new projects • Ability to deal professionally with the pressures young people and communities bring • Willingness to adapt to the changing needs of the community and young people • Have confidence to work with other agencies that support young people • Committed to working to organisational Policies and Procedures in particular about the safeguarding of young people and working within our equality and diversity policy • Able to attend meetings and training sessions when required • Ability to use ICT, for record keeping and communication, within the team Qualifications • A degree in Youth Work or a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Youth Work DBS - This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure. Please apply as soon as possible with a full CV and a cover letter of no more than 2 pages evidencing your skills and abilities to undertake this role. Interviews will be held on Monday 21st of October. In return, we offer the chance to join a dynamic organisation, with opportunities for personal and professional development. We also offer the following: · 28 days annual leave per year, plus Bank Holidays · Pension Scheme · Excellent Training Opportunities · Flexible Working Options Available Full or Part Time: Full Time and part time position available There will be a probation period of a minimum of 6 months Salary: £24 to £28k p.a. (pro rata) Contact Details: If you are interested in finding out more please get in touch.