Youth Leader - Hastings Pathways for Progression
Location: Hastings-based, with activity delivered across the local area Contract: zero hours, up to 8 hours per week Team: Youth Employability Hub Salary: £13.45 per hour (Real Living Wage) Closing Date: 23rd November 2026 Interviews Held: 02nd Dec
Salary: £13.45 per hour (Real Living Wage)
Location: Hastings-based, with activity delivered across the local area
Contract: zero hours, up to 8 hours per week
Reports to: Pathways for Progression Manager
Are you aged between 16 and 25 years old and want to be part of something transformational in Hastings?
CXK has an exciting opportunity to deliver a pioneering new project funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.
Pathways for Progression will work with young people across Hastings to build confidence, develop leadership skills, influence local decision-making, improve access to employment opportunities and create lasting change within local systems and services.
We are seeking talented, motivated and compassionate people who can build trusted relationships, champion young people's voices and help turn ideas into action.
Whether supporting young people directly, developing partnerships with employers, or helping coordinate activity across the project, you will play a vital role in ensuring that young people are not simply consulted, but empowered to shape the future of their communities. If you are passionate about social justice, inclusion and helping young people realise their potential, we'd love to hear from you.
Eligibility & Age Justification
This role is specifically designed to provide authentic peer representation and platform the direct, current lived experiences of young people in Hastings. Therefore, under the Objective Justification exception of the Equality Act 2010, applicants for this specific representative role must be aged 16 to 25 years old at the time of appointment. We welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, identities, and cultures within this age range.
CXK is a leading youth and careers charity supporting children, young people and adults across the South East. Registered Charity No. 1120755.
Shortlisting - Tuesday 24 November 2026
Interviewing - Wednesday 2 December 2026 at CXK Hastings office
Youth Leader (Hastings) employer: CXK Limited
CXK is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering young people in Hastings through innovative and supportive youth work. With a strong focus on personal and professional development, employees benefit from ongoing training opportunities and a collaborative work culture that values creativity and inclusivity. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career in a vibrant community setting.
