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SalaryThis post is fixed term contract until March 2025 due to backfill
Sandwell Youth Service are looking for an 18.5-hour Senior Youth Worker to be based within the Smethwick and Oldbury team.
We are particularly looking for someone with an interest and background in youth work or working with young people. The role will require you to lead the work, support the detached teams and work with young people in open spaces and organise programmes to support their engagement, participation, and development.
If you feel you have the experience and knowledge required, then we would like to hear from you
Requirements:
Previous experience of working with young people and willingness to obtain qualifications in youth work as prescribed by management .
A good attendance record - Candidates should have less than 3 absences in the last 6 months or not more than 6 days absence over the 6 months period prior to the closing date of the post. Any absences relating to a disability or any other incapacity will be viewed sympathetically and will be considered if fully explained. Should any candidate not meet these criteria and choose to include an explanation then this will be considered.
You will also be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.
Hours
18.5 hours per week
We reserve the right to close vacancies prior to their advertised date if we receive a large number of applications. Therefore, you are strongly advised to complete and return your application as soon as possible. When completing your application please refer to the supporting documents attached.
If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application, or have experienced a problem whilst applying for a position, please contact the Resourcing Team on 0121 569 3300 or via e-mail to: hr_resourcing@sandwell.gov.uk
For more information about working for Sandwell Council, our recruitment process and our offer to you please visit https://www.sandwell.gov.uk/counciljobs
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