Adult and Youth Worker in Glasgow

Adult and Youth Worker

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35 hours per week (fixed term until July 2026)

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated individual to lead our highly successful King’s Trust Team Programme within the Faculty of Arts and Continuing Education. As an Adult & Youth Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting young people in Glasgow who face barriers to education.

This rewarding position involves:

• Recruiting, managing, and supporting a team of young people aged 16–25
• Delivering and developing the King’s Trust Team Programme, which runs throughout the year
• Ensuring participants benefit from a high‑quality learning experience

We are particularly interested in candidates with:

• Strong knowledge of the local community, voluntary organisations, and support agencies
• A passion for empowering young people and helping them reach their potential

Team Leader training will be provided if required, though prior qualification as a Team Leader is highly preferred.

Applicants will be effective communicators with proven leadership skills. You will be computer literate with excellent organisational skills, a flexible approach and the ability to work alone and on your own initiative. Experience of supporting vulnerable groups is essential, as is a qualification at HNC level/SCQF level 7 in an appropriate subject area or relevant skills and experience in an appropriate discipline.

To apply for the post, please visit the website and apply online at glasgowclyde.ac.uk/workwithus.

Full details of the skills and qualities required can be found on the job specification.

Any offer of employment will be subject to receiving a satisfactory Scheme Record through the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

Closing Date: 4th January 2026

Location: Langside Campus. You may be required to travel to any of the Glasgow Clyde College Campuses.

Job Reference: GCC000690

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Alternatively, further information can be obtained from the People Team.

Telephone: 0141 272 3162 E‑mail: hr@glasgowclyde.ac.uk

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Not applicable

Employment type

Full-time

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Education

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