Youth Worker
| Posting date: | 01 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £28,124 to £37,117 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 April 2026 |
| Location: | Bridgwater, Somerset |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Barnardo's |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 22717 |
Summary
Are you ready for a new challenge?
Do you have a passion for working with young people, helping them grow in confidence, discover their strengths, and explore new opportunities? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
Location
This is a hybrid role, combining work from home with work in the community across Sedgemoor, Somerset. You'll also have access to our Barnardo's office in Taunton if you'd like to use this space.
Working Hours
Negotiable, between 18.5–25 hours per week, including some evening work (fixed term until 31st March 2027)
About the Role
The Barnardo's Co-op Partnership is an exciting and innovative programme aiming to support more than one million young people to build positive futures. Our Sedgemoor for our Future service is co-designed with young people and centred around a vibrant social kitchen concept. We create inclusive spaces where young people can:
Learn to cook healthy, nutritious meals
Share food and eat together
Enjoy games and activities
Explore issues that matter to them
Build confidence, teamwork, and essential life skills
Session Details
You must be available to lead the following weekly sessions:
Tuesdays – Highbridge, 4:30pm–6:00pm
Wednesdays – Bridgwater, 4:30pm–6:00pm
As part of your role, you will design and deliver these workshops in a variety of settings, helping young people develop skills and confidence. You'll also attend community events, explore creative ways to engage young people across Sedgemoor, and support evaluation by recording outcomes.
What We're Looking For
Experience working with children, young people, and families
Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Excellent listening and communication skills with a diverse range of service users
Creativity and confidence in designing inclusive workshops and group sessions
Good written and IT skills to accurately record case notes
Flexibility to adapt to the needs and interests of young people
Interested and want to know more? Please contact Jess Hanson, Children's Service Manager - Jessica.hanson@barnardos.org.uk
When applying, please refer specifically to the Person Specification and Job Description, explaining how your skills and experience meet the requirements.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
Do you have a passion for working with young people, helping them grow in confidence, discover their strengths, and explore new opportunities? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
Location
This is a hybrid role, combining work from home with work in the community across Sedgemoor, Somerset. You'll also have access to our Barnardo's office in Taunton if you'd like to use this space.
Working Hours
Negotiable, between 18.5–25 hours per week, including some evening work (fixed term until 31st March 2027)
About the Role
The Barnardo's Co-op Partnership is an exciting and innovative programme aiming to support more than one million young people to build positive futures. Our Sedgemoor for our Future service is co-designed with young people and centred around a vibrant social kitchen concept. We create inclusive spaces where young people can:
Learn to cook healthy, nutritious meals
Share food and eat together
Enjoy games and activities
Explore issues that matter to them
Build confidence, teamwork, and essential life skills
Session Details
You must be available to lead the following weekly sessions:
Tuesdays – Highbridge, 4:30pm–6:00pm
Wednesdays – Bridgwater, 4:30pm–6:00pm
As part of your role, you will design and deliver these workshops in a variety of settings, helping young people develop skills and confidence. You'll also attend community events, explore creative ways to engage young people across Sedgemoor, and support evaluation by recording outcomes.
What We're Looking For
Experience working with children, young people, and families
Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Excellent listening and communication skills with a diverse range of service users
Creativity and confidence in designing inclusive workshops and group sessions
Good written and IT skills to accurately record case notes
Flexibility to adapt to the needs and interests of young people
Interested and want to know more? Please contact Jess Hanson, Children's Service Manager - Jessica.hanson@barnardos.org.uk
When applying, please refer specifically to the Person Specification and Job Description, explaining how your skills and experience meet the requirements.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
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