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Youth Engagement Worker

  • Full time
  • £26,000 – £28,000
  • On site: Glasgow
  • Closing 30th March 2025


  • Advertised from 12th March 2025
  • Hours: 35 per week (Evenings and Weekends). Contract: 3 years (extensions possible based on funding).

Role

Key Responsibilities

  • Actively promote youth engagement opportunities within the community, reaching out to schools, local organisations and young people directly.
  • Support disadvantaged young people, primarily from black and minority ethnic backgrounds
  • Facilitate one-on-one and group interventions based on guided assessments
  • Create and implement sustainable diversionary plans and group work programs
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with young people and their families
  • Connect service users with community supports and specialist services
  • Work in partnership with Police, Social Work, Health, and Education sectors

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to make a real impact in young people's lives
  • Collaborative team environment within the One Community Scotland programme
  • Professional development opportunities and continuous learning
  • Chance to work with diverse communities and partner organizations
  • Contribute to the ongoing development of an innovative service model

Ideal Candidate - we're looking for someone who is:

  • Passionate about youth work and community development
  • Experienced in working with diverse communities
  • Skilled in building relationships and facilitating interventions
  • Committed to professional growth and program evaluation
  • Able to maintain accurate records and respect confidentiality

Join us in empowering young people to achieve positive outcomes and create lasting change in their communities.

2 roles available, see job descriptions below.

Application notes

Apply now to be part of the One Community Scotland team and help shape the future of our youth!

Contact: Khadijacollvru@gmail.com

Please submit your CV and Covering letter to khadija.coll@scotland.police.uk

Closing Date: Sunday, 30th March 2025


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