Youth Worker Full Time NEW

Springbank Community Group CiC is a non-profit organisation based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. We are passionate about reducing social isolation, tackling digital poverty, and increasing access to services through inclusive, community-led initiatives. Our projects include a food pantry, youth work, community events, and adult learning – all rooted in empowerment, sustainability, and belonging.

About the Role

The Sessional Youth Worker will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, inclusive youth provision across Springbank Community Group’s youth work settings. You will engage young people through positive activities, build trusted relationships, and contribute to creating safe, empowering environments for personal and social development.

Location:                      Various sites across Cheltenham and Tewkesbury

Hours:                          Casual (as and when required – evenings and weekends)

Salary:                          Dependent on experience  

Contract:                      6-month initial contract, with potential to extend

Line Manager:             Mollie Rookematthews-Galpin (Youth and Support Manager)

Start Date:                   Ongoing

Key Responsibilities

• Build positive, professional relationships with young people aged 8-25
• Promote inclusion, respect, and active participation in all sessions
• Respond to the needs and interests of young people through conversation, activities and informal education
•  Support the planning and facilitation of youth club sessions, workshops, trips, and outreach activities
• Lead on small group activities, games, and discussions, tailored to young people’s interests
• Help maintain safe environments through positive behaviour management and appropriate boundaries
• Safeguard the welfare of young people in line with Springbank’s policies and procedures
• Identify and respond to safeguarding or welfare concerns, recording and reporting appropriately
• Promote mental health, resilience, and self-esteem through supportive conversations
• Work collaboratively with the youth work team, volunteers, and external partners
• Reflect on your practice and contribute to team reviews and development
• Attend training and supervision sessions as required