Senior Youth Worker

Lead the future of youth work on the Isle of Man

We are searching for a Senior Youth Worker with the skills and enthusiasm to shape practice, lead meaningful change and make a real difference for young people across the Isle of Man.

We are looking for an experienced practitioner who believes in the power of youth work, understands the importance of positive relationships with young people, and wants to help build a skilled and confident workforce.

Our Youth Service is all about creating “somewhere to go, something to do and someone to talk to” for young people across the Island. This is a real chance to help shape practice across the Island while supporting staff to deliver safe, engaging and meaningful opportunities for young people.

A unique professional development opportunity

We recognise that talented professionals who work with young people come from a range of backgrounds.

We welcome applications from talented professionals who work with young people across sectors including youth work, education, social care, health, early help, inclusion, the voluntary sector, youth justice and community services.

If you hold a relevant Level 3 qualification, have at least three years' experience working with young people, and can inspire and lead others, we'd like to hear from you.

If successful, you will be supported through a fully funded professional development pathway leading to a JNC-recognised Level 6 Youth Work qualification within three years. This investment, worth over £10,000, provides an excellent opportunity to become a professionally qualified and registered Youth Worker.

The Youth Service will provide:

• Funding for Level 6 Youth Work studies
• Professional mentoring and supervision
• Opportunities to gain experience across a range of youth work settings
• Support from experienced qualified youth work professionals
• Access to national networks and training opportunities

In return, we are looking for someone committed to their own professional development and improving outcomes for young people on the Isle of Man.

Lead, develop and inspire youth work across the Island

You will provide professional leadership across the Youth Service, support colleagues to understand and deliver high-quality youth work, and promote the values, ethics and principles that sit at the heart of the profession. The role description identifies that the post holder promotes recognised youth work values, principles and professional standards across the service.

You will lead island-wide initiatives including:

• Mobile youth provision and the Youth Bus
• Detached and outreach youth work
• Targeted programmes and intervention work
• Youth participation and youth voice
• Workforce development and training
• Residentials and international youth exchanges
• Partnership projects with schools, health, social care and third sector organisations

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same, combining hands-on youth work with strategic leadership of practice. You’ll help create opportunities that support young people to build confidence, develop skills and thrive in their communities.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has at least three years’ experience working with young people
• Understands relationship-based youth work
• Demonstrates leadership potential
• Can support and develop colleagues
• Understands safeguarding responsibilities
• Is committed to youth-centred practice
• Values young people’s participation and voice
• Is passionate about helping young people achieve positive outcomes

Most importantly, we are seeking someone who will champion youth work across the Isle of Man by inspiring others, promoting high-quality practice, building strong partnerships, and helping develop the next generation of youth workers.

A workplace that invests in you

Working for the Isle of Man Public Service

We are the largest employer on the island delivering a diverse range of services to the people of the Isle of Man. We care, nurture and value our employees’ wellbeing, development and career and place great importance on rewarding the commitment by our wonderful employees.

We support and promote flexible working, recognising the importance of working flexibly around your life and commitments and the benefits in improving work-life balance. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible and if interested you should discuss this with the Recruiting Manager.

The Isle of Man Public Service is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates equality, diversity and inclusion. We understand how a wide range of views and experiences can benefit us as we work together for the Isle of Man.

Your candidate experience is important to us. As a proud member of The Circle Back Initiative, we commit to respond to every applicant that applies for an Isle of Man Public Service role.

Things to note

An enhanced with barring police check is required for this post, which the Isle of Man Government will cover the cost of for you.

Ready to apply?

We understand that you might have some questions about the role and the Recruiting Manager is on hand to support you. You can contact them at [email protected].

To get the best out of your application, read our article on the important essentials you need to know before applying.

Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the closing date specified. If you have difficulties applying online please contact the Recruitment Team on 01624 686300 or by email at [email protected]m.