Wester Hailes Youth Agency
Wester Hailes Youth Agency

Charity registered in Scotland SC027150

The Youth Agency strives to promote, establish, and operate sustainable services and facilities, which integrate environmental, social and economic factors for the benefit of young people aged 8-25 in South-West Edinburgh.

Current vacancies

Board of Directors

  • Management Board
  • Unpaid
  • Hybrid: Edinburgh
  • Closing 26th March 2026

We are currently seeking to enhance our Board of Directors through the recruitment of suitable volunteers. A commitment to young people and youth work is essential and experience in GDPR, management of voluntary organisations or strategic development would be advantageous.

The Board of Directors meet bimonthly at our main office in Dumbryden Drive. Meetings are in the evening but the dates of meetings are agreed by Board Members. There is no remuneration for Board Members, however, all reasonable expenses are reimbursed.

This role is subject to PVG Membership.

A Directors role and Privacy Notice can be found here: youthagency.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Directors-Role-Privacy-Notice-2025.doc

Shortlist

Sessional Youth Worker Level 2

  • Part time
  • Sessional
  • On site: Edinburgh
  • Closing 26th March 2026

The Youth Agency are looking for youth workers with experience of working/volunteering with young people in youth club/drop in settings or detached work.

We would also be interested to hear from people with experience in related fields who would like to develop youth work skills.

Applicants should possess the following qualities:

  • Ability to think on your feet, act quickly and respond to situations
  • Common sense and initiative
  • Observant and thorough with excellent attention to detail
  • Non-judgemental, competent, conscientious and self-aware

Successful candidates will have access to a non-contributory pension scheme, full annual leave/public holiday entitlements and comprehensive training opportunities.

Shortlist