Youth Worker - Internship (12 MONTH FTC)

Youth Worker - Internship
London, UK
27,007.50pa + Hybrid working
12month Fixed Term contract + Full time

XLP is a youth work charity working to create positive futures for young people and at the cutting edge of tackling poverty and educational failure in inner London. We deliver holistic, long-term work with young people aged 11 to 25 in schools and communities. This paid internship role will provide opportunities to co-ordinate and lead a diverse range of youth activities in East London. It is a fixed term 12-month internship starting in March 2025. This role is part-funded by the Jack Petchey Foundation. The successful candidate will take part in the Jack Petchey Internship Programme which includes a residential, training workshops and events, which will take place in person in London. You'll be required to get involved in all of these. At XLP you'll report directly to the Head of Youth Work in East London (Daniel Shillingford) and support the East team by taking responsibility for agreed projects in Hackney, Tower Hamlets and Newham. You'll also be taking opportunities to develop the necessary experience, knowledge, and key competencies in youth work.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Senior Youth Workers and their teams of volunteers, apprentices, and other youth workers run youth programmes in Hackney, Newham, and TowerHamlets;
• Mentor a group of young people in schools;
• Support small group activities in schools;
• Lead and support XLP Sports and Community projects, making sure they are well-organised and have the right equipment;
• Run fun and engaging activities, including trips and sports competitions during school holidays;
• Join three weekend trips during the school year.
• Follow all health and safety, equal opportunities, and safeguarding rules when running projects;
• Know the correct steps to take in different situations, reporting serious issues to Senior Youth Workers or Safeguarding Officers;
• Plan and manage youth projects that meet the needs of young people in Hackney, Newham, and Tower Hamlets;

Requirements

• Have experience in youth work, especially in inner-city areas;
• Set a positive example for young people to follow;
• Are confident communicating and leading others;
• Can work well both independently and as part of a team;
• Understand the challenges young people face and can relate to them;
• Are patient and encouraging;
• Take initiative and get things done;
• Are good at managing your time and staying organised.

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.