Youth and Community Support / Build a Life Enablement Officer

25hrs per week @ 13.50 per hour. Depending on experience + training, and development opportunities.

Youth and Community Support / Build a Life Enablement Officer

Location

Redwell Centre, Redwell Road, Matson, Gloucester GL4 6JG

Job Type

Part-time 25hrs

About Us

Redwell Centre Youth and Community Project is a community-led organisation committed to supporting young people, families, and residents. We provide a safe and inclusive environment where individuals can access support, develop skills, and build positive connections and achieve goals.

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated and dedicated Community Worker to join our team. You will work closely with young people and community members. You will enable people of all ages to join the challenging but fun ‘Build a life’ project. This role is key to assisting individuals in identifying new challenges and building the skills to achieve them. The challenges are to develop life and social skills, with a big dollop of fun attached.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide one-to-one and group support to young people, older individuals, and families

2. Deliver youth and community activities, workshops, and outreach sessions as part of a team.

3. Identify needs and connect service users with relevant support services

4. Build strong relationships with local partners, schools, and organisations

5. Promote inclusion, well-being, and community engagement

6. Work on own initiative using out-of-the-box thinking to bring new opportunities to people and the project.

7. Support your colleagues, build a strong team and have respect for each other's posts.

8. Maintain accurate records, reports, and case notes and be prepared to do presentations

Required Skills & Experience

Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills

Ability to engage positively with young people and diverse community members

Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental approach

Good organisational and time management skills

IT skills, including social media and Ai.

Problem-solving under pressure.

Leadership potential

Desirable

Experience working in youth work, community development, or social care

Relevant qualification (e.g., Youth Work, Community Development)

Personal Attributes

Compassionate and approachable

Reliable and responsible

Flexible and adaptable

Culturally aware and respectful

Proactive and motivated

The ability to be a valued team member.

Trustworthy.