Outdoor Learning Assistant Youth Worker Internship

Outdoor Learning Assistant Youth Worker (Internship)

Location: Islington, North London plus trips and residentials

Hours: 35 hours per week, including two evenings and occasional weekends

Salary: £26,936 per annum (£14.80 per hour)

Contract: 12 months fixed term - Starting March 2026

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Outdoor Learning Youthwork Intern to join our team and help deliver inspiring youth work programmes with a strong focus on nature, outdoor learning and experiential activities.

Working closely with our senior leadership team, Youth Workers and most importantly, young people, you will help design and deliver programmes that build confidence, resilience, teamwork and leadership. This role is ideal for someone passionate about the outdoors and committed to supporting young people's personal, social and emotional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Co-designing and delivering youth-led outdoor learning activities and projects.
• Engaging young people through hub-based sessions, outdoor activities, trips and residentials.
• Supporting young people to develop confidence, communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Creating simple, accessible games and activity resources for youth workers and volunteers.
• Building positive, trusted relationships with young people and acting as a positive role model.
• Supporting peer leaders and young leaders to take on responsibilities within programmes.
• Working in partnership with community organisations and schools to widen participation.
• Supporting safeguarding, administration, monitoring and evaluation.

Who We're looking For

Essential:

• A genuine passion for outdoor learning and being in nature.
• Willingness to participate in outdoor adventures including paddle sports and camping.
• Can relate to young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable:

• Experience of working with young people (paid or voluntary).
• A good understanding of safeguarding, health and safety and risk management.
• Experience planning and delivering activities for young people.
• Knowledge of youth participation and co-production approaches.

About the Jack Petchey Internship Development Programme

This role is supported by the Jack Petchey Foundation, which provides funding to support young people across London and Essex. We therefore expect applicants to have a strong connection to London or Essex, ideally currently living in the area or with a good understanding of the local issues facing young people.

As part of this role, the successful candidate will join the Jack Petchey Internship Development Programme, alongside Interns from a range of youth organisations across London and Essex.

As part of the programme, Interns will take part in a residential launch conference, professional development workshops throughout the year and a celebration event at the end of the programme.

Benefits:

• Support and a training bursary from The Jack Petchey Foundation.
• Excellent supervision and mentorship from experienced practitioners.
• Paid holiday allowance of 25 days plus public holidays.
• Be part of an award-winning charity that positively impacts young people in Islington.
• A unique opportunity to change the lives of vulnerable young people.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about making a difference and want to develop your skills, we want to hear from you.

Closing date: Monday, 2nd of February 2026 at 11.59pm

Interviews will be held on February 9th and 11th with an anticipated start date no later than March 23rd.

Vetting Requirements

All applicants are subject to vetting checks, including but not limited to an enhanced DBS check and references.