Term-time Youth Support Worker, William Morris School

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.