Youth Worker

Purpose of the Role

To support and help facilitate youth-focused projects and social groups for autistic and neurodiverse young people, creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for all participants.

Key Responsibilities

• Help run and supervise sessions at groups such as the Family Support Group or Teen Social Group, or other youth projects we design and deliver.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with young people.
• Assist in setting up, delivering, and packing away activities.
• Support young people to participate, build confidence, and have fun.
• Work alongside staff and other volunteers to maintain a safe and inclusive space.

Time Commitment

• Flexible depending on the group or project. Sessions are typically held evenings or weekends in community venues.
• Volunteers can commit regularly or support occasional events/projects.

Person Specification

We welcome volunteers who are:

• Passionate about supporting autistic and neurodiverse young people.
• Friendly, reliable, and patient.
• Good communicators and team players.
• Committed to inclusion and safeguarding.
• Experience in youth work or SEND is helpful but not required.

Support & Requirements

• Full training provided
• Volunteers must complete an Enhanced DBS check (we will support this process)
• Ongoing guidance and supervision provided