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Sessional Youth Worker Level 2
- Part time
- Sessional
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 26th March 2026
- Advertised from 18th February 2026
- £15.45 per hour (2.5-5 hours per week)
Role
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.
Application notes
To apply please send a covering letter and full C.V to info@youthagency.co.uk
A job description and privacy notice can be found here: youthagency.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/Job-Description-and-Privacy-Notice.docx
Any offer of employment is subject to PVG Membership.
Should you require any further information please contact the Youth Agency on 0131 442 4015 or info@youthagency.co.uk
Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 26 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
Development Worker (Location Youth)
- Full time
- £32,204 – £37,327
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 18th March 2026
Youth Scotland, Scotland’s national charity for the support and delivery of community-based youth work, would love you to come and join our dynamic team.
We are looking for a Development Worker to join our Location Youth Team. Location Youth is a Scotland-wide, large-scale youth participation and leadership programme for young people impacted by crime, poverty and anti-social behaviour, it is delivered by a partnership of organisations, with Youth Scotland as the lead partner.
This role will suit an experienced youth worker who is passionate about empowering young people and supporting them to grow and have access to a range of innovative leadership and participation opportunities.
Senior Development Worker (Location Youth)
- Full time
- £38,080 – £40,169
- Hybrid: Edinburgh
- Closing 18th March 2026
Youth Scotland, Scotland’s national charity for the support and delivery of community-based youth work, would love you to come and join our dynamic team.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Development Worker to join our Location Youth Team. Location Youth is a Scotland-wide, large-scale youth participation and leadership programme for young people impacted by crime, poverty and anti-social behaviour, it is delivered by a partnership of organisations, with Youth Scotland as the Lead Partner.
This role will suit an experienced worker who has excellent partnership working skills and experience of co-ordinating ambitious national projects and programmes. The Senior Development Worker (SDW) will play a key role in effectively managing key relationships with funders and partners as part of Location Youth, They will also line-mange the Location Youth Development Worker and other Youth Scotland staff and youth participation projects.
About Open Door Scotland
Open Door Scotland is a youth homelessness charity supporting young people aged 16–25 who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness. Many of the young people we work with are care experienced, facing poor mental health, social isolation, or significant barriers to education, training, and employment. The needs of the young people we
support are often complex, requiring consistent, high quality, and risk-aware operational leadership.
We provide housing-related support across a range of settings, alongside practical, emotional, and developmental support that helps young people stabilize their lives and move towards independence.
While we are proud of our history, our focus is firmly on the future. Demand is increasing, complexity is rising, and we are ambitious about growing our impact. This role is a key part of ensuring we are operationally-strong, inspection ready, and able to expand responsibly.
Job Overview
This is a role for someone who wants genuine ownership. You will oversee people management, rotas, quality assurance, compliance, and operational performance, while working closely with the CEO on risk, improvement priorities, and service development.
The Service Manager holds day-to-day accountability for operational delivery, quality, staffing - working in partnership with the CEO on strategic and organisational risk. They will also deputise for the CEO when they are on leave.
This role requires someone who can work with a high degree of autonomy, make sound judgements under pressure, and establish strong operational grip quickly (with an agreed 30/60/90 day plan).
Why join us now?
A senior role with real autonomy– trusted to lead operations and make decisions
A moment of change – new leadership, renewed ambition, and scope to do things better
The chance to shape systems and culture – not just inherit them
Visibleimpact – your leadership directly affects the lives of vulnerable young people
A values-ledorganisation – focused on dignity, accountability, and quality
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