Employer:North Somerset Council 

Reference:YSW-S 

Salary:JNC 7-10, £17,522 to £19,442 pa pro rata 

Hours:Working between one and three evenings per week 

Working pattern:Part Time, Permanent position 

Location:Across North Somerset 

Closing date:03/08/2009 17:00 PM 

Are you willing to spend time with young people, listen to them, and share your skills or life experiences with them?

If so, then an opportunity exists for you to join a team of dedicated workers who make a REAL difference to the lives of young people within North Somerset. We offer high quality training and support to ensure you can brush up your existing skills and develop new ones.-in-

Young people have a key role in their local communities. Youth Work in
North Somerset is committed to inspiring and challenging young people to meet their needs and broaden their horizons. This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to get into youth work.

Previous experience of work with young people is an advantage although full training is provided. If you do not already hold an NVQ Level 3 in Youth Work, or equivalent, you will be expected to undertake training to this level.

This post is exempt under the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions) Order 1975 and is subject to an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age as Youth Support Workers are expected to supervise young people in loco parentis.

For an informal discussion about these posts please contact:
Elaine Harris or Pam Jordan on 01934 644 075

This is an open advert with no closing date.

Equal Opportunities

The benefits of working for North Somerset Council:

• Final salary pension
• Generous holidays
• Travel allowances
• A strong commitment to work-life balance
• All the benefits of a best practice employer
• A diverse organisation with opportunities for career development
• Flexible working times – including flexi-time, part-time, job share, term-time only

North Somerset Council is an equal opportunities employer

We value equality and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We welcome applications from disabled people who are currently under-represented in our work force.

Additional Information

• Application Pack
• Extra Information