Youth Worker

YMCA Black Country Group; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community organization in Wolverhampton is seeking a dedicated Youth Worker to deliver engaging after-school sessions. The ideal candidate will create safe spaces for young people to thrive and provide mentoring. This fulltime position requires evening and weekend availability. The successful applicant will benefit from 25 days annual leave and a comprehensive employee assistance program. An enhanced DBS check is required before starting.

Benefits

24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

25 Days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to discounts at major brands

SimplyHealth cash plan

Staff discounts for childcare and gym membership

Qualifications

• Commitment to enhancing youth provision and creating safe spaces.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Willingness to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a timetable of after-school sessions for young people.
• Support young people in reaching their full potential.
• Co-produce activities that are fun and meaningful.

Skills

Passion for working with young people

Ability to deliver group work and 1-to-1 mentoring

Strong communication skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in youth work or social care

Job description

Office Base: YMCA City Gateway, Wolverhampton, but must be able to travel to Wrens Nest, Dudley outreach locations for project delivery.

Permanent contract

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Youth Worker to join our team in enhancing our youth provision within Wrens Nest, Dudley by creating safe and engaging spaces for young people to thrive. You will be responsible for delivering a timetable of after-school sessions aimed at providing both group work and 1-to-1 mentoring.

You will need to be available 4pm-7pm due to varied session times and available Saturday daytimes.

Our projects cater to a wide range of ages and abilities, with all activities co-produced with the young people themselves to ensure they are both fun and meaningful. These sessions will not only be a source of enjoyment but also a space for targeted interventions to support young people in reaching their full potential.

Apart from a competitive salary and the opportunity to work for a company that is passionate about giving back to the community, the successful applicant will also receive:

• 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 25 Days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and an increase based on length of service (pro-rata)
• Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
• SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more
• Staff discount for: childcare at our YMCA nurseries, YGym membership, and Coffee at the Clock purchases

It is required that the successful applicant will complete an enhanced DBS check before starting the role.

Closing Date: 19th January 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date should we receive sufficient applications. Please complete the YMCA BCG application form as soon as possible to ensure you are considered. We do not accept CV’s. You can email [e-mail] for support.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Therefore, we encourage and support the recruitment, retention and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.

YMCA BCG is a trauma-informed organisation; we recognise and understand the widespread impact of trauma on individuals to shape policies, practices, and culture. We are sensitive and responsive to the needs of those who have endured trauma to prevent its recurrence among clients and staff.