At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with young people, provide support, and promote community connections.
- Company: YMCA Brunel Group, a charity creating inclusive communities.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Dynamic role with evolving responsibilities across Mendip and South Somerset.
- Why this job: Empower youth and help them thrive in their communities.
- Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in youth work or relevant experience.
YMCA Brunel Group is an independent, locally governed and managed charity operating in Mendip, Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire and South Somerset. We are part of the international YMCA movement. Our mission is to create supportive, inclusive and energising communities, where people can truly belong, contribute and thrive.
Our aim is for all our young people to have ambition for themselves, to be confident individuals, effective contributors, successful learners and responsible citizens; and to be nurtured, safe, active, healthy, achieving, included, respected and responsible in their communities. We want to encourage young people to connect creatively with their community and learn how to become better neighbours through that connection.
As a Sessional Team Leader you will be working as part of a small team to engage with young people in their own territory, identifying people aged between 10 -19, looking at their needs as they experience them, and providing essential support where possible. You will be responsible for building a rapport with young people, some of whom are at risk of being vulnerable, connecting and listening, to build trusted relationships, and to find out what issues they are facing, giving support and encouragement.
Providing youth work support, whilst liaising with the police, schools, Family Interventions Services and Child Sexual Exploitation and other relevant agencies for the safeguarding and wellbeing of young people. Your role will be to promote and inform young people of other opportunities that are available for them to access, such as services, groups, local events and support services.
To prioritise and manage your workload effectively and realistically within the contracted hours of the post. It is expected that the provision will evolve to meet the changing needs of young people and a dynamic, motivating individual is needed to enable this.
Initially, this position will cover Team Leader sessions across Mendip and South Somerset and hours will vary according to the needs of the service. You will need to have a Level 3 qualification in youth work or the equivalent or relevant youth work experience.
YMCA Brunel Group is an inclusive organisation and the post requires a shared commitment to equality and diversity.
Location: Across Mendip and South Somerset area
Contract type: Mondays - 6 hours a week (as and when required) Fixed term until 21st December 2026
Rate of Pay: £16.12 per hour
Work Location: In person
Youth & Community Sessional Team Leader employer: YMCA Brunel Group
At YMCA Brunel Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture. Our Housing Support Workers play a vital role in empowering young people to achieve independence, and we offer comprehensive training, flexible working arrangements, and generous annual leave to ensure our staff feel valued and motivated. Located in Yeovil, Somerset, our team is dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth while working collaboratively to improve the lives of those we serve.
