Youth Worker
| Posting date: | 06 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.21 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 19 January 2026 |
| Location: | WV2 1BJ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | YMCA BCG |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Office Base: YMCA City Gateway, Wolverhampton, but must be able to travel to Wrens Nest, Dudley outreach locations for project delivery.
We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Youth Worker to join our team in enhancing our youth provision within Wrens Nest, Dudley by creating safe and engaging spaces for young people to thrive. You will be responsible for delivering a timetable of after-school sessions aimed at providing both group work and 1-to-1 mentoring.
You will need to be available 4pm-7pm due to varied session times and available Saturday daytimes.
Our projects cater to a wide range of ages and abilities, with all activities co-produced with the young people themselves to ensure they are both fun and meaningful. These sessions will not only be a source of enjoyment but also a space for targeted interventions to support young people in reaching their full potential.
Benefits:
Apart from a competitive salary and the opportunity to work for a company that is passionate about giving back to the community, the successful applicant will also receive;
24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Wellbeing Support
25 Days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and an increase based on length of service (pro-rata)
Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more
Staff discount for: childcare at our YMCA nurseries, YGym membership, and Coffee at the Clock purchases
Life Assurance scheme
It is required that the successful applicant will complete an enhanced DBS check before starting the role.
Closing Date:
19th January 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date should we receive sufficient applications. Please complete the YMCA BCG application form as soon as possible to ensure you are considered. We do not accept CV’s. You can email hr.recruitment@ymcabc.org.uk for support.
We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Youth Worker to join our team in enhancing our youth provision within Wrens Nest, Dudley by creating safe and engaging spaces for young people to thrive. You will be responsible for delivering a timetable of after-school sessions aimed at providing both group work and 1-to-1 mentoring.
You will need to be available 4pm-7pm due to varied session times and available Saturday daytimes.
Our projects cater to a wide range of ages and abilities, with all activities co-produced with the young people themselves to ensure they are both fun and meaningful. These sessions will not only be a source of enjoyment but also a space for targeted interventions to support young people in reaching their full potential.
Benefits:
Apart from a competitive salary and the opportunity to work for a company that is passionate about giving back to the community, the successful applicant will also receive;
24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Wellbeing Support
25 Days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and an increase based on length of service (pro-rata)
Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more
Staff discount for: childcare at our YMCA nurseries, YGym membership, and Coffee at the Clock purchases
Life Assurance scheme
It is required that the successful applicant will complete an enhanced DBS check before starting the role.
Closing Date:
19th January 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date should we receive sufficient applications. Please complete the YMCA BCG application form as soon as possible to ensure you are considered. We do not accept CV’s. You can email hr.recruitment@ymcabc.org.uk for support.