Senior Targeted Youth Practitioner
| Posting date: | 12 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Benefits Include: Working alongside a very passionate team Enhanced DBS check provided Further development opportunities Sense of satisfaction Ongoing personal support Great team incentives Positive working environment Career Progression opportunities Competitive salary plus expenses No micro-management Training and CPD offers Note Please note that in order to apply for this role all candidates must hold the right to work in the UK, undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide 2 professional references. If these are not completed in a timely manner, your application maybe disqualified. We look forward to receiving your application and hearing about how you can support us to build brighter futures for young people in Nottinghamshire! |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 23 January 2026 |
| Location: | Nottingham, Nottinghamshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Support Through Sport |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | Detached Youth Work Team |
Summary
About Our Work
Support Through Sport CIO, based in Nottingham, delivers sport-based intervention, mentoring, and youth work programmes to thousands of disadvantaged young people, empowering them to develop pro-social behaviours and providing a lasting positive impact within underserved communities.
The organisation works to a Theory of Change which ultimately provides at-risk young people with protective factors, diverting them away from negative influences such as youth offending, ASB, violence, gang culture and knife crime. Through an innovative, youth-led approach, Support Through Sport harnesses the power of sport to empower disadvantaged youth and create safer communities, where young people can thrive.
Role Overview
Support Through Sport CIO is seeking an experienced, passionate and highly organised individual to lead our innovative Detached Youth Work service across Nottinghamshire. The Senior Targeted Practitioner will lead a team of four Targeted Youth Practitioners (Detached Youth Work) and support programme delivery across identified Nottinghamshire communities.
The role combines frontline detached youth work practice with leadership responsibilities, including supervision, safeguarding follow-up, partnership building, and programme management support to the East Midlands Regional Manager. You will ensure impactful and effective programme delivery which aligns to the programme aims and objectives as well as Support Through Sport's policies and procedures. Delivering to a bespoke detached youth work methodology and theory of change, you will ensure and maintain excellent operational standards to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
You will ensure high-quality delivery, capture outcomes through Upshot, and work with local agencies to address key issues affecting young people. Flexibility is essential, with sessions and meetings often taking place during evenings, weekends, and community events.
Reporting To: East Midlands Regional Manager
Hours: 15hrs per week (starting)
Contract: Part Time (with 6 month probationary period)
Salary: £28,000 - £31,000pa (pro-rata 15hrs/week: £11,200 - £12,400pa) , depending on skills and experience
Location: Nottinghamshire
Transport: Car driver essential
Essential attributes include:
Experience working with children and young people (10–17 years) in community settings
Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection, with experience responding to and escalating concerns
Proven experience supervising or leading staff or volunteers in a youth work, education, or community setting
Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with stakeholders
Strong knowledge of violence affecting young people, exploitation, and early intervention approaches
Experience of multi-agency working and attending safeguarding and strategy meetings
Ability to use case management systems and produce accurate reports and data
Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice and leadership
Flexible working hours including evenings, weekends and school holidays
Strong youth engagement and relationship-building skills
Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across Nottinghamshire
Desirable Attributes Include:
Qualification in youth work, education, or a related field (JNC strongly desired)
Experience of staff training, coaching, or professional development
Knowledge of local referral pathways and support services across Nottinghamshire
Experience working in detached youth work and within community settings
Training in conflict resolution, mental health first aid and trauma-informed practice
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Self-motivated with a positive attitude
Passionate about making a difference for young people and communities
Confident in delivering a range of sports and physical activities
Support Through Sport CIO, based in Nottingham, delivers sport-based intervention, mentoring, and youth work programmes to thousands of disadvantaged young people, empowering them to develop pro-social behaviours and providing a lasting positive impact within underserved communities.
The organisation works to a Theory of Change which ultimately provides at-risk young people with protective factors, diverting them away from negative influences such as youth offending, ASB, violence, gang culture and knife crime. Through an innovative, youth-led approach, Support Through Sport harnesses the power of sport to empower disadvantaged youth and create safer communities, where young people can thrive.
Role Overview
Support Through Sport CIO is seeking an experienced, passionate and highly organised individual to lead our innovative Detached Youth Work service across Nottinghamshire. The Senior Targeted Practitioner will lead a team of four Targeted Youth Practitioners (Detached Youth Work) and support programme delivery across identified Nottinghamshire communities.
The role combines frontline detached youth work practice with leadership responsibilities, including supervision, safeguarding follow-up, partnership building, and programme management support to the East Midlands Regional Manager. You will ensure impactful and effective programme delivery which aligns to the programme aims and objectives as well as Support Through Sport's policies and procedures. Delivering to a bespoke detached youth work methodology and theory of change, you will ensure and maintain excellent operational standards to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
You will ensure high-quality delivery, capture outcomes through Upshot, and work with local agencies to address key issues affecting young people. Flexibility is essential, with sessions and meetings often taking place during evenings, weekends, and community events.
Reporting To: East Midlands Regional Manager
Hours: 15hrs per week (starting)
Contract: Part Time (with 6 month probationary period)
Salary: £28,000 - £31,000pa (pro-rata 15hrs/week: £11,200 - £12,400pa) , depending on skills and experience
Location: Nottinghamshire
Transport: Car driver essential
Essential attributes include:
Experience working with children and young people (10–17 years) in community settings
Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection, with experience responding to and escalating concerns
Proven experience supervising or leading staff or volunteers in a youth work, education, or community setting
Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with stakeholders
Strong knowledge of violence affecting young people, exploitation, and early intervention approaches
Experience of multi-agency working and attending safeguarding and strategy meetings
Ability to use case management systems and produce accurate reports and data
Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice and leadership
Flexible working hours including evenings, weekends and school holidays
Strong youth engagement and relationship-building skills
Full UK driving licence and ability to travel across Nottinghamshire
Desirable Attributes Include:
Qualification in youth work, education, or a related field (JNC strongly desired)
Experience of staff training, coaching, or professional development
Knowledge of local referral pathways and support services across Nottinghamshire
Experience working in detached youth work and within community settings
Training in conflict resolution, mental health first aid and trauma-informed practice
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
Self-motivated with a positive attitude
Passionate about making a difference for young people and communities
Confident in delivering a range of sports and physical activities
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