Salary: SCP 18 (£16.89 per hour)
Closing Date: 02/11/2026
Haywards Heath Town Council is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to
help develop and coordinate youth provision within the town. This is an exciting
opportunity to play a key role in supporting young people, helping to establish activities
and initiatives that encourage participation, wellbeing and positive community
engagement.
Key Responsibilities
• Plan, organise and lead engaging weekly Youth Group sessions and activities.
• Build positive relationships with young people, encouraging participation,
confidence, personal development and wellbeing.
• Provide guidance and support to young people, identifying their needs and
signposting to appropriate local services where required.
• Work with young people, colleagues, volunteers and community organisations to
develop activities that respond to local needs and interests.
• Support the recruitment, training and management of volunteers and sessional
staff where required.
• Develop and regularly review relevant Youth Group policies, procedures and
guidance.
• Promote and maintain a safe, inclusive and supportive environment, following all
safeguarding, health and safety and lone working requirements.
• Manage challenging behaviour appropriately and in line with Council policies
and procedures.
• Maintain accurate attendance and activity records and complete relevant
reporting and funding documentation.
• Monitor Youth Group expenditure and support the management of the budget.
• Record and report accidents, incidents and safeguarding concerns in
accordance with Council procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the Community Engagement Team and other
colleagues to support the ongoing development of youth services in the town.
More information here: Job Vacancies | Haywards Heath Town Council