Youth Support Worker at William Morris School

Youth Support Worker

William Morris School, Eastington, Stonehouse, Glos. GL10 3SH

39 wks pa - with the option of 52 wks

Are you keen to work with Young People and have a passion for creativity and being active?

William Morris School, part of Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties. Youth Support Workers are pivotal in creating and supporting tailored activities for young people. As a Youth Support Worker your personality and creativity will be key in shaping and helping children pursue personal aspirations.

Responsibilities for this role include

·         Encouraging young people to engage in a variety of clubs and offsite trips.

·         Planning, organising, and running half term programmes.

(All of which promote social development)

Benefits for this role include

• Training and development opportunities which include recognised qualifications and accredited certificates.

• Salary £27,771.36 (39 wks pa)  (FTE £33,040.80) with option for overtime.

• Fixed 2-week rota to include one weekend day per fortnight.

• 5.6 weeks holiday

• Pension scheme

• Clear progression career path for staff who wish to develop their careers within the Trust.

• Free onsite parking and free meals provided if working during mealtimes.

• Entitled to apply for Blue Light discount card

• Health Cash Plan for Employees

• Employee welcome bonus where you could earn an additional £600 in the first year, with payments made between 6 weeks and 1 year (subject to the normal PAYE deductions)

• The role is for 39 wks pa term-time with the option of 52 wks working the school holidays at our sister school based in Minchinhampton

Requirements for the role

The role would ideally suit someone with previous experience in sports coaching/ young people’s mentoring/ performing arts/creative activities; or who holds a qualification in Psychology/Sports and Exercise /Sports Coaching/ Youth and Community/Working with Children & Families.

Successful candidates will have

• A motivated, creative, and empathetic approach

• Enthusiasm to work with and support the development of young people

• Ability to plan, lead and participate in activities with young people

• Confidence to contribute and collaborate with the youth support team and wider care team

• A keenness to learn and implement Trauma Informed Practice

• Previous experience in working with children and young people is desired

• Driving licence – desired

• How to Apply

  • Closing Date: 17th April 2026

  • School visits: 21st & 22nd April 2026

  • Interviews: 28th & 29th April 2026

  • We may close the application early if a suitable candidate is found

Novalis Trust is committed to Safeguarding. If shortlisted, you will receive a self-disclosure form to complete and return to us prior to interview. All applications will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced Check for Regulated Activity.