Lead Youth Worker

Airplay is a national youth work programme delivered on behalf of the RAF Benevolent Fund (RAFBF). It provides engaging, supportive, and fun opportunities for children and young people from RAF families. The programme includes: Airplay Youth Clubs for ages 8-18, Ben Clubs for children aged 5-7, and Airplay Connect, a digital platform supporting young people across the RAF community. Delivered by OneYMCA through a partnership of eight YMCAs and in collaboration with the RAF People and Families team, Airplay supports young people who may face unique challenges, including frequent relocations. The programme offers consistency, a safe space, and access to high-quality activities and facilities.

Your Role

This is a Lead Youth Worker Role; the job description says "Assistant Station Youth Worker". Reporting to the Senior Station Youth Worker at RAF Brize Norton, you will support the delivery and coordination of a wide range of outreach and centre-based youth work activities for young people aged 5-18, in line with the Airplay Handbook. The role will involve delivering evening sessions, occasional weekend work, and daytime activities during school holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities for young people aged 5-18 in line with programme strategy and principles.
• Deliver and sustain a diverse programme of outreach and centre-based youth work.
• Work collaboratively with YMCA colleagues, RAF personnel, and external partners to support young people effectively.
• Maintain accurate records to support monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of outcomes.
• Contribute to achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and service objectives.
• Support sessional staff, volunteers, and casual youth workers to ensure a high-quality, engaging service.

Essential Criteria

• Experience working with children and young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Flexible, adaptable approach to engaging young people with varying needs.
• Enthusiasm for youth work, with the ability to act as a positive role model.
• Ability to work independently, using initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners.
• Good IT and numeracy skills, including Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new systems.

Desirable

• Level 3 qualification in Youth Work or a relevant transferable qualification.
• Experience in outreach work to engage young people in programmes or services.
• Child Protection/Safeguarding Level 2 (or equivalent).

Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship and can only accept applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK. As some roles involve working with vulnerable people, a Basic or Enhanced DBS check may be required following a conditional job offer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. If you have applied for a similar role within the last 6 months and were unsuccessful, please consider whether your experience has significantly developed before reapplying. One YMCA is committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know in advance if you require any adjustments to support your application. We are an inclusive organisation that promotes equality of opportunity for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse workforce with a wide range of skills, experiences, and abilities.

Part-time details

This is a Part-time role. Hours per week: 21. Working Pattern: The role will involve delivering evening sessions, occasional weekend work, and daytime activities during school holidays. Interviews on June 23rd.