Assistant Youth Worker - Derry/Londonderry

Do you believe in empowering young people and building inclusive communities? Are you ready to support a project that's transforming lives?

Join Mencap NI Youth HEROES+ Project.

We're recruiting Assistant Youth Workers to play a key role in delivering this innovative programme for young people with learning disabilities and additional needs.

The HEROES+ project is for young people aged 14-24 with a learning disability/additional need and is designed to:

• Promote inclusion and peace building
• Empower young people to reach their full potential
• Build bridges and strengthen communities

As an Assistant Youth Worker, you will:

• Assist and support with the delivery of programme sessions and activities
• Support young people one-to-one and in groups
• Help build trusting relationships with participants
• Encourage participation, confidence and peer connections
• Work closely with the youth work team to ensure every young person has a positive empowering experience.

Join us and take part in:

• A transformative project
• A fun, supportive team
• Making a difference in young people's lives
• Access to valuable training and development

The role will be offered on a full time (37.5 hours per week) fixed term contract basis until December 2027.

Salary: £26,228 per annum, pro rata (or £25,577 per annum, pro rata).

Benefits include 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata) and additional perks such as discounts at high street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest free loans, and more.

Application can be found in the attached documents. Please submit a CV and cover letter explaining how you meet the role requirements.

Equal opportunities: Mencap welcomes applications from all, respecting diversity and inclusion.