At a Glance
- Tasks: Support youth work in various settings and help young people unlock their potential.
- Company: Join SPACE, an innovative charity dedicated to empowering young people.
- Benefits: Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave, pension contributions, and continuous professional development.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while having fun and facing challenges.
- Qualifications: Passion for youth work and strong teamwork skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 29596 - 36172 £ per year.
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities? Do you love a challenge? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and inspiring Youth Support Worker.
About the job:
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours of work: 7 hours per week (2 evenings)
- Deadline for application: 31st August 2026
- Interview Date: 10th September 2026
SPACE is an ambitious and innovative charity, driven by our values and seeking to support even more young people by developing current and new services. Our employees strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We value everyone's contribution and create safe spaces for exploration and growth.
The role involves:
- Supporting youth work in a variety of settings
- Being collaborative and a team player
- Supporting the design and delivery of the youth work curriculum and programmes
- Planning, evaluating and evidencing of youth work
- Passion for supporting and advocating for the rights of young people
- Creativity and solution-focused thinking
- Respectful with excellent empathy and kindness
- Ability to be adaptable and reach out when you need help and support
- High commitment to continuous professional practice
- Prepared to reflect and learn from experiences
Space is an inclusive and learning organisation. Our employees should strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply, as part of our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion principles.
What We Offer:
- Annual leave: 6 weeks for the first 5 years then increased to 7 weeks (pro-rata’d for part-time roles)
- Additional 3 Statutory days given between Christmas and New Year plus bank holidays
- Pension contributions starting at 6% rising to 8% in the third year
- Employee assistance programme 24/7
- Casual dress code
- Continuous Professional Development: Formal and informal training opportunities
- Trained wellbeing champions available for a chat
Deadline for applications: 31st August 2026. The interview will be held at The Station Youth Centre, Newton Abbot on 10th September 2026 in the evening.
Safeguarding Statement and Pre-Employment Checks:
At SPACE, we work with young people and are fully committed to ensuring their safeguarding and welfare is a priority at all times. As part of our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, all of our employees, contractors and volunteers will be expected to comply. Upon a conditional offer of appointment being made, all employees will also be required to satisfy our pre-employment screening process which will include:
- An identity check (photo ID)
- Receipt of satisfactory references cover for 3 years to current
- Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK
- A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Youth Support Worker employer: Space Youth Services
SPACE is an exceptional employer dedicated to empowering young people and fostering community growth in South Devon. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer extensive training opportunities, a supportive work culture, and generous benefits including 6 weeks of annual leave and a robust pension scheme. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying a collaborative and inclusive environment that values every contribution.
