Youth worker jobs in Barnet, greater london

What is the overall purpose of the role?

At Youth Action Alliance, our mission is to support the personal and social development (their values, beliefs, ideas and skills) of the young people living in Kensington and Chelsea, enabling them to increase their resilience and skills in the present and promote their ambitions for the future.

We are ambitious to grow, to continue supporting more young people and influence positive change. To achieve this, we are seeking to appoint a Lead Worker for the Irish Traveller cohort to develop and deliver an innovative and progressive project in a safe, industrious, and supportive environment, working primarily with this community.

The role will cover Lead and Support Worker positions across the following projects :

Irish Traveller young people (Travellers project Lead) 11-19 years old, including;

●       Weekly workshop/sessions 

● Targeted mentoring and support - helping them to stay in education, enrol in college, seek work opportunities, and access additional support services.

● Off-site holiday activities

●       Outreach, detached work and networking

Please note, work may extend to ages 8–21, subject to funding.

Staying Connected project (Associate Lead) -young people 11-19 years old, including;

● Targeted one-to-one mentoring and support via face-to-face, online or via phone

●       Direct liaison and programme planning and development Staying Connected Project Lead

● Group support delivery

● Personal action plans, including progressive pathways

● Off-site holiday activities

●       Outreach, detached work and networking

Key Responsibilities

Programme Leadership & Delivery

• Plan and deliver an innovative, progressive programme of activities, developed in collaboration with young people and colleagues.
• Create safe, supportive spaces that foster personal and social development.
• Deliver 1 to1 and group support sessions through a variety of methods (in-person, phone, digital), providing advice, guidance, mentoring, and signposting to other services.
• Organise trips, workshops, and positive activities in line with the project delivery plan.

Project & Partnership Management

• Lead the day-to-day operational and administrative management of the project.
• Develop and manage partnerships with schools, local agencies, and trusted community stakeholders.
• Represent YAA at borough, London-wide, and partnership meetings to champion Traveller young people’s voices.
• Manage project budgets, expenditure records, and ensure assets and equipment are safeguarded.
• Supervise project staff, support workers, and facilitators, ensuring high-quality delivery and compliance with YAA standards.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Record attendance, case notes, and data consistently and accurately in the online database.
• Capture and share the impact of young people’s journeys through case studies, feedback, quotes, photos, and video.
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reports for senior management and the Board of Trustees.
• Contribute to fundraising efforts by demonstrating impact and supporting applications to secure sustainable funding.

This job description cannot cover every task that may arise within the post at various times, and the post-holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time, which is broadly consistent with those in this document. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment.

This is a unique opportunity which merges two roles with the aim to uphold the standards of the organisations and create more access and opprotunities for young people across our services.

Person Specification

Essential Skills & Experience

• A minimum Level 3 Youth Work qualification (or equivalent).
• Strong experience working with young people, ideally including the Traveller community.
• Skilled at building positive, trusting relationships with young people, families, and partners.
• Excellent organisational skills, able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Confident communicator with strong literacy, report-writing, and presentation skills.
• Competent in MS Office (Word, Excel) and database systems for recording and reporting.
• A strong commitment to equity, inclusion, and safeguarding.

Desirable

• Experience within the charity, voluntary, or community sector.
• Understanding of the specific challenges facing Irish Traveller young people.
• Track record of partnership working and external stakeholder engagement.

Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor and cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Enhanced DBS required

Make a Difference Every Day

We're looking for a Support Worker to join our Young People's Service, supporting 18-24-year-olds, including young people leaving care and those who have experienced homelessness.

This is a semi-independent housing service, meaning you'll provide support and guidance rather than personal care.

You'll help young people build confidence, develop life skills, and move towards independent living, making a real difference to their future.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting young people to achieve their goals and live independently
• Completing support plans, risk assessments, and regular reviews
• Helping with everyday life skills such as budgeting, cooking, cleaning, and managing a tenancy
• Encouraging engagement with education, employment, training, and community services
• Working with external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for young people
• Keeping accurate records and maintaining safeguarding standards
• Working both independently and as part of a supportive team

Why Join Peabody?

At Peabody, our values guide everything we do: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together.

You'll receive:

• 25 days annual leave
• Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental cover, and retail discounts
• Up to 10% pension contribution and 4x life assurance
• Learning and development opportunities, including funded apprenticeships

Shift Pattern

This role works on a 2-week rolling rota, including:

• Weekday shifts
• Approximately one weekend shift per week
• Some Bank Holiday working
• No sleep-ins required

Additional Information

• Enhanced DBS check required
• Full driving licence preferred but not essential
• Travel to training in Houghton Regis and occasionally other Hertfordshire locations will be required

Ready to Apply?

Interviews will take place in person at the scheme on Wednesday 2 September 2026. Please note that interview slots are expected to last up to 2 hours.

We are excited to be hiring a Young Women’s Worker to join our team and invest in the lives of young women across Tower Hamlets. This role is all about building positive, supportive relationships, creating safe and empowering spaces, and helping young women grow in confidence, resilience, and self-worth. The successful candidate will be passionate about mentoring, advocacy, and working alongside young women as they navigate life’s challenges, discover their strengths, and shape their futures. If you are committed to making a meaningful difference and have a heart for supporting young women to thrive, we would love to hear from you.

Please send us your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role. The role description and person specification can be found on our website.