Opportunities
The Youth Association is one of the oldest and one of the most innovative youth work charities in the UK and we’re looking for a small number of Youth Workers and/or Youth Support Workers to join our team. The roles require:
Experience
- 1+ years’ experience in youth work
- Experience of either detached youth work or mental health
- JNC-recognised youth work qualification (Level 3 or above)
Job spec – Youth Worker
- Location: (Office base) 12 South Parade, Wakefield, WF1 1LR, (Project work) Barnsley, Wakefield or Leeds
- Pay scale: TYA Level 2 (£28,379), paid at £17.28/hour
- Benefits: Employer contributory pension scheme up to 8% gross salary. Own transport mileage allowance
- Hours: Part time, to be discussed with TYA management, based on allocated project, experience and organisational need
- Contract length: Permanent but variable hours
Closing date: 14th November 2025 Interviews: 24th – 27th November 2025
Interested? Apply now or get in touch for an informal chat!


