Hopian, a charity dedicated to supporting the community and those affected by Domestic Abuse and Child Sexual exploitation.
We have no current vacancies.
Young People Project Worker
- Permanent position
- Salary: ยฃ24,986 to ยฃ26,391 FTE per annum
- Hours: two four-hour evening shifts per week, for a total of 8 hours. Tuesday and Thursday.
Job Description
Download Job Description (.pdf) – click here
Dates
- Application Deadline: Monday 5 January at 9am.
- Interviews: to be held the same week.tbc
Applying
- Apply below via Easy Apply with your CV and a cover letter detailing how you meet the shortlisting criteria in the person specification.
- Or email: enquiries@hopian.org.uk
We seek enthusiastic individuals to work with young people actively in the community. The role includes leading evening sessions, engaging with young people, developing group activities, and creating an inclusive environment. Your aim is to provide meaningful engagement and develop supportive programmes and activities that make a lasting impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage with young people in a dynamic and interactive way to build trust and rapport.
- Plan and deliver evening community activity sessions that are both engaging and meet the needs of the young people you are working with .
- Design and implement a structured programme of support tailored to the needs of the group.
- Offer trauma -informed, individual support to young individuals (and families) who may have complex needs, including experiencing or at risk of domestic abuse.
- Promote a positive and safe environment where young people feel valued and heard..
We are looking for individuals who…
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially with young people.
- Are creative, resourceful, and enthusiastic about group activities and initiatives.
- Possess the ability to develop and deliver structured programmes that engage diverse groups of young people.
- Can adapt to different scenarios and demonstrate patience, empathy, and understanding.
- Are available to work in the evenings, flexible where required.
Why join us?
- Opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.
- Supportive team environment with ongoing development opportunities.
- Potential for the role to become permanent, subject to funding.
How to apply for our vacancies
Submit your CV and a cover letter, clarifying how you meet the person specification as explained in the Job Description (see the document available for downloading under the Job Description header).
Why Hopian?
Supportive Team: Work alongside passionate professionals who care.
Career Development: Access training and development opportunities.
Benefits of working for us
A competitive salary
35 hours FTE per week, full-time equivalent
Pension 7% employer contribution
Westfield Health Plan
26 days leave a year, rising to 31 days for increments per full working (plus bank holidays)
Volunteer
Notes
If you have any questions or want more information about our current vacancies, please email enquiries@hopian.org.uk or call us on 0330 2020 571. We can answer your questions or arrange an informal chat.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment. We strive for equality in service delivery and employment practices. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Depending on the role, successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.