The Youth Navigator will support young people who have been affected by a loved one’s problematic alcohol or substance use or their own use.

Regenfx Youth Trust is a well-established charitable youth organisation, proud to have created Scotland’s first-ever visible Youth Recovery Service - The GIVIT. We use a blend of youth work, harm reduction, rapid access to Counselling and a robust recovery model.

We’re looking for a committed Youth Worker to join our ‘GIVIT some STREET’ Early Intervention Team. You will work with young people aged 11–20 yrs who are taking risks around alcohol and substance use or are affected by a loved one’s problematic substance use.

What we will Provide:

• Full Training and a Supportive Team
• Continuous Personal Development

What You’ll Do:

• Provide meaningful 1:1 support and facilitate group sessions for young people engaging with our service.
• Build strong, trust-based relationships grounded in respect, care, and understanding.
• Work closely with a supportive and experienced team, with opportunities to learn and develop through comprehensive training and shadowing.

Who We’re Looking For:

• A motivated individual with experience in Youth Work and or the Recovery Field.
• Someone capable of managing a small caseload and fostering genuine connections with young people.
• Someone with flexibility to contribute to our 7-day-a-week service.

We need a youth worker who can contribute to providing groupwork sessions and successfully engage young people in the service. A knowledge of alcohol and substance harm reduction is desirable. However, we value genuine interest in youth work and a drive to make a difference.

Not Sure If You Fit the Criteria?

We understand that you may not tick every box, but if this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out for a conversation to learn more about the role and our team.

Be part of something impactful - help us support young people before alcohol and substances become a problem for them or help create spaces that provide breathing space for those that are affected by someone else’s substance use.

JOB INFORMATION

Organisation Profile:

Regen:fx Youth Trust is a registered charity established in 2007. We develop & deliver Youth Diversion Programmes and Specialised Projects throughout South Lanarkshire for 8 – 25yr olds. Checkout our website regenfxyouthtrust.org

Additional Information:

Driving Licence and access to a car is required.

Role

Community Volunteers Enabling You (COVEY) has been a lifeline for children, young people, and families across Lanarkshire since 1992. We provide 1-1 and group-based befriending, mentoring, and family support services tailored to those who need it most. Our mission is to help children, young people and families become more resilient, safe, and better equipped to reach their full potential.

As the Head of Services, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of COVEY’s services. You will lead and inspire a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, integrated, and impactful services that respond to the needs of children, young people and families. Your leadership will ensure that COVEY continues to meet its mission and strategic objectives, while fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, you will oversee the development of participant support models, cultivate strategic partnerships with statutory and third-sector organisations, and ensure services meet the objectives outlined in grant or tender agreements.

What we’re looking for:

• A degree in Health & Social Care, Youth Work, Community Development, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in service delivery roles within the third sector or public sector.
• Proven leadership skills with a track record of motivating teams.
• Flexible, innovative, and solution-focused approach to leadership and service delivery.
• Experience in service planning, delivery, and evaluation, with a focus on achieving measurable outcomes
• Strong knowledge and experience of safeguarding, compliance, and risk management.
• Excellent communication, financial management, and strategic thinking skills.
• A deep understanding of the needs of vulnerable children, young people, and families.

What We Offer

We offer a rewarding and fulfilling role with the opportunity to develop your skills and career in an enriching environment. Our benefits package includes:

Financial Benefits:

• Competitive salary (£40,826 - £46,523)
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Access to ScotWest Credit Union (loans, mortgages, and savings accounts)

Wellbeing & Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible working (including flexi-time)
• One special leave day to celebrate your birthday
• HSF Health plan (including dental, optical, physio claim back, personal accident coverage, GP, mental health counselling, legal support, and discounts for gym, cinema, and shopping)
• Quarterly staff wellbeing activities

Professional Development:

• Access to learning and development opportunities
• Support for continuous professional growth

About the project

The 'Young Start Progressions' programme at 'The Pavilion' will be a dynamic initiative led entirely by young people, supported by staff and volunteers and by existing and new partnership opportunities. Our three-pronged approach aims to empower young individuals across various stages of their development:

Primary/Secondary Transitions Programme: We will provide support for P7, S1, and S2 young people as they transition from primary to secondary school, fostering empowerment, confidence, and improved self-esteem in a non-school environment.

Volunteer Mentoring Programme: Expanding on our successful volunteering mentoring initiative, we offer diverse opportunities for young volunteers, connecting them with roles both within Pavilion and through our network of school partnerships and community collaborations.

Attainment Programme: Focused on enhancing pathways for Junior and Senior Club participants, we integrate life skills development seamlessly into existing activities. From goal-setting exercises, certificated activity programmes to accredited learning and further training opportunities.

Aim of the Attainment Programme:

The overall aim of the Attainment Programme is to deliver a programme of services to target and support young people in the Easterhouse area of Glasgow by helping them to attain a recognised qualification and gain recognition for the learning and development they have achieved by taking part in our programmes.

The aim is:

• To develop and inspire young people
• To promote attainment and progression for young people and provide pathways including volunteering opportunities
• To recognise and celebrate young people’s achievements
• Create pathways for young people to progress

The Outcomes are:

• Accredit non-formal learning through voluntary activity in the community
• Increase leadership and mentoring

Job Role:

We are seeking to appoint an Attainment Worker to help each participant is matched to an award and has a personal development plan and tracked learner journey.

Working across our range of programmes the Attainment Worker will work with young people identifying the best fit for the specific awards and the individual activities. The successful candidate will work alongside staff to collate evidence and ensure that electronic portfolios are kept up to date with all evidence captured.

The Attainment Worker will assist staff, volunteers and young people to help ensure targets are achieved and progression pathways created for young people, supporting them to overcome barriers to participation and learning.

Main duties and responsibilities:

Through and within existing Pavillion programme sessions, the Attainment Worker will: -

• Match participants to awards and develop personalised plans, tracking their progress.
• Identify suitable awards and activities across Pavilion's programs for young people.
• Collect evidence and maintain electronic portfolios in collaboration with staff.
• Support the creation of progression pathways, ensuring targets are met.
• Engage with young people in community or educational settings, prioritising their safety.
• Use Management Information Systems to monitor program activities and demonstrate learner progression.
• Deliver workshops and training sessions to foster personal and professional growth.
• Innovate youth engagement through volunteer collaboration and additional training.
• Utilise workshop expertise to create engaging learning experiences.
• Collaborate with community partners to expand program impact.
• Facilitate activities that meet the needs and aspirations of young people.
• Produce timely project reports when requested to meet agreed deadlines
• Participate in regular supervision and appraisal reviews with line Manager
• Participate in staff training and development
• Any other duties as requested by your Line Manager for the benefit of The Pavillion

About us

We are a fast paced and progressive organisation, that aims to support children, young people, and their families through the provision of positive activity.

Fuse makes a commitment to contribute to the Scottish Government’s National Performance Framework and its contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals in supporting our community to adapt to life in 2025 and beyond. With poverty, digital exclusion, and rising unemployment prevalent in our community, Fuse has identified and embedded the following key themes into their business strategy and programming:

• Participation
• Mental Health & Wellbeing
• Life skills & Employability
• Attainment
• Digital Inclusion

Fuse supports and serves its community by continually striving towards an inclusive facility; being a progressive organisation that meets the needs of its community and being a knowledgeable and informed organisation.

Job Role:

The overall aim of the project is to deliver a programme of services to target and support young people in the east end of Glasgow who are under-achieving by raising and recognising achievement and creating opportunities.

Working across the Fuse programmes you will ensure that each participant is matched to an award, has an individual development plan where appropriate accreditation folders are kept up to date with all evidence captured and support young people to overcome barriers to participation and learning.

The aims and outcomes intended to achieve with this grant and the indicators identified to bring about the intended outcomes are as follows:

The aim is:

• To develop and inspire young people (including volunteers)

The Outcomes are:

• Improved access to accredited training and learning
• Increased employability and employment options
• Increased leadership and mentoring
• Volunteer mentoring and support.

Full job description available below.