We are seeking a Youth & Activity Worker within our Youth Club, working as part of the team with a range of activities, trips and outdoor pursuits with children and young adults who are blind or vision impaired. Under the supervision of NCW staff, the role of Youth & Activity Worker is to help guide students and be an extra pair of hands to support NCW staff on and off campus.

This role is offered as part time and irregular shifts available throughout the school year, term time only. We are really interested in hearing from candidates who would be able work weekends. Examples of the kinds of fun activities you would be involved in are accompanying young people to trips or sporting events, guiding students during walks or other outdoor activities, tandem bike riding and crafting. There will also be opportunities to help support on overnight trips, camps and residentials.

• Supporting and playing adapted games like darts, showdown table tennis and pool
• Setting up and tidying away activity equipment and spaces (arts and crafts or party nights)
• Washing dishes and keeping snack bar and common areas clean after activities
• Escorting students safely to and from the residential accommodation
• Ensuring all students are signed in and out properly for safeguarding
• Encouraging participation in social and leisure activities
• Offering basic emotional support and promoting student well-being
• Assisting with mobility when needed (e.g. guiding students)
• Supervising and engaging with students during free time
• Helping students develop independence and confidence in different youth club activities

• Please view the JD Youth Activity Worker document