Details:
- Salary: £23,088 - 23,907 - Annum
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Part-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Eastbourne
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Job Title: Youth Support Adviser
Location: Eastbourne
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time
Salary: £23,088 to £23,907 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Role Overview:
Our client is seeking a dedicated Youth Support Adviser to join their team in Eastbourne. This role involves supporting young people who are not in education, employment, or training (NEET) or are at risk of becoming NEET with their transition into post-16 provision. The successful candidate will champion education, employment, and training opportunities, engaging with young people through various methods to track their progress effectively.
Key Responsibilities:
Champion and promote education, employment, and training opportunities for NEET young people.
Conduct tracking of education, employment, and training situations and record work on the Aspire database.
Complete initial MAPP assessments for young people accessing the service.
Represent the YES service in other venues, such as colleges or community hubs.
Benefits:
Annual salary of £23,088 to £23,907 pro rata
30-33 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Defined contribution pension scheme (matched by our client up to 10% depending on length of service)
Death in service life assurance policy (3 x annual salary)
Generous sick leave benefits
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Comprehensive training and development programmes
Mental health first aiders
Cycle to work scheme
Interest-free season ticket loans
Interest-free parking permit loans
Health Assured – Employee Assistance programme
Essential/Desirable Criteria:
Experience working with young people from diverse backgrounds.
Understanding of the barriers young people face in accessing education, employment, or training.
Previous experience conducting assessments or evaluations.
Knowledge of local education and training opportunities in Eastbourne.
Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
Experience working within a youth support or mentoring role.
Familiarity with data management systems for tracking progress.
Awareness of safeguarding principles and procedures.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility to travel to various locations within Eastbourne and surrounding areas.
About Our Client:
Our client is a leading charity dedicated to empowering young people and adults to build the skills and confidence they need to move into sustainable education, employment, or training. They provide careers information, advice, and guidance through the National Careers Service, helping individuals make informed decisions about their future