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Youth Support Worker (Part Time)

Closing date: 14th November 2025
Location: Ashburton, Devon
Hours: 3 hours per week (Tuesday evenings 6:00–9:00pm), with occasional cover at other sessions as agreed
Rate of pay: £13.21–£13.56 per hour (plus holiday pay, depending on qualifications and experience)

About the Role

We’re looking for a Youth Support Worker to join our friendly team of staff and volunteers.
You’ll help to plan and deliver engaging youth club sessions, support young people’s wellbeing, and assist in running a varied programme of activities that encourage creativity, teamwork, and personal development.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience or interest in youth work who enjoys building positive relationships with young people and helping them thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the running of weekly youth sessions and activities.

• Help create a safe, inclusive and positive environment for all young people.

• Offer guidance and mentoring on a range of issues (e.g. mental health, relationships, bullying, social media, education, employment).

• Encourage young people to participate in planning and decision-making at the club.

• Assist the Lead Youth Support Worker with health & safety, safeguarding, and other BYP policies and procedures.

• Attend supervision, team meetings and training as required.

How to Apply

Download the Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form.
Completed application forms should be sent to: admin@bankyouthproject.org.uk

Applications close on 14th November 2025.
Please note: we do not accept CVs or cover letters – all applicants must complete our application form.

Volunteers Wanted

Adult session volunteers to help run activities at any of our weekday evening sessions at BYP.
If you think you might be interested in gaining experience in youth work, volunteering is a good way to see if you enjoy the work and get experience and training.

Management Group members who meet monthly  (a Monday evening) to help guide BYP’s activities and development. Experience of buildings, finance or fundraising a bonus!

Contact us with any questions or to arrange a chat! 

BYP IS COMMITTED TO SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE. ALL STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS WHO MAY HAVE UNSUPERVISED ACCESS WILL COMPLETE REQUIRED CHECKS THROUGH THE DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE.