The Junction is recruiting for a Detached Youth Support Worker.
Hours: 19 hours contracted per week with a minimum of three evenings per week.
Contract Type: Initially 18 months, intention to extend to permanent.
Application Method: The Junction Foundation application pack must be completed, we do not accept CVs.
The Junction is a respected charity working to make a difference to the lives of children young people and their families. We are proud of our reputation and believe that all of our workers are key to establishing positive relationships, building trust, self-belief, a sense of family and belonging.
We are seeking two Detached Youth Support Workers with experience of working within an informal environment to join our street-based teams. Full training will be given but we are looking for people with experience in working with vulnerable young people to engage them in developmental opportunities. We are looking for motivated, engaging and committed people with a passion and experience in supporting local children and young people and who enjoy learning new skills. We are proud of our reputation and believe that all of our workers are key to establishing positive relationships, building trust, self-belief, a sense of family and belonging.
To apply:
Please visit the Recruitment Page to download an application pack. Completed packs to be emailed to: recruitment@thejunctionfoundation.com or post to Westfield Farm, The Green, Dormanstown, Redcar, TS10 5NA marked PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL.
We do not accept CV’s full pack to be completed.
Closing date: Noon on Friday 12 June 2026.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Early application is therefore encouraged to avoid disappointment.
Interviews will take place on Friday 19 June 2026.
The Junction is an inclusive employer and encourages applications from individuals with from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. As a disability confident employer if you require any reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process, please let us know.
The Junction is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant checks deemed appropriate.
Contact
The Junction Foundation
01642 756000
recruitment@thejunctionfoundation.com
The closing date for this job is 12 June 2026 - 12:00pm.