Edinburgh Young Carers (EYC) is seeking a suitably experienced and qualified applicant to join and develop our service, providing high quality support to young carers in Edinburgh between the ages of 5 and 25 years.

Sessional Youth Workers will be working with young carers from the age of 5 to 25 in group settings, assisting in the planning, preparation and delivery of group work activities, and building positive relationships with young carers through effective communication and listening skills. You will be supported by a Young Carer Development Worker to ensure that young carers access a fun and supportive respite group. Tasks will include group and event support, helping with the running of activities, taking part and supporting the general feel of the group and environment.

You must be flexible, creative, enjoy challenges, able to work in a person-centred and trauma-informed way, and be committed to the development of children and young people’s rights. Offers are subject to membership of the PVG Scheme, reference checks and induction.

Essential Criteria

• At least two years’ proven experience of working with either children and young people or other vulnerable groups
• Some understanding of, and a sensitive approach towards the situations, needs and difficulties faced by young people and particularly by young carers.
• An ability to work positively as part of a team and independently, seeking support from colleagues where required
• Good listening and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Be available from 4.30pm Monday – Thursday (on required group day) and/or from 2.30pm Friday, with the ability to attend activities located within Edinburgh city boundaries

Benefits

• Flexible working around other employment or studies
• Monday – Friday afternoon and evening opportunities
• Annual leave entitlement
• Full induction and training opportunities
• Regular support and supervision
• Team social events