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Youth Outreach Worker

Project 4 Youth Empowerment

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We are seeking a passionate and proactive Youth Outreach Worker to engage with young people in Croydon Town Centre. The role involves building positive relationships with local youth, providing support and guidance, and helping to divert them from risky behaviours.

Working closely with local services, the outreach worker will identify needs, signpost to appropriate support, and promote safety and wellbeing in public spaces. This position requires excellent communication skills, cultural awareness, and a strong commitment to empowering young people.

Key Responsibilities:

-Engage young people in the town centre through regular street-based outreach
-Offer advice, mentoring, and referrals to support services
-Work collaboratively with schools, youth services, police, and community organisations
-Promote inclusion, safety, and positive behaviour
-Monitor trends and report safeguarding concerns as appropriate

Advice, information & support,Caring,Languages & translation,Support work

Negotiating, Initiative/Self Motivation, Verbal Communication, Teamwork

Any experience in youth work, social care, or community outreach is desirable, but not essential Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills desirable Knowledge of local issues affecting young people in Croydon desirable.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of young people in Croydon. Volunteering in this role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people and contribute to a safer, stronger Croydon community. You’ll gain valuable experience in frontline youth work, develop your communication and leadership skills, and become part of a supportive and purpose-driven team. Our organisation values inclusion, empowerment, and collaboration—providing volunteers with full training, ongoing support, and the chance to grow both personally and professionally while giving back to your local community.

Short term, regular. Sessions last for 3 and a half hrs maximum. A meal may be provided.

Further location details may be provided below.

Wayne Lindsay

Croydon town centre CR0

CR0

West Croydon, East Croydon, Croydon High St - In the Community

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16+

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We welcome refugees, asylum seekers and those we can speak other languages.

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We are committed to maintaining a COVID-19 safe environment for all staff, volunteers, and the young people we work with. This includes: Providing PPE such as masks and hand sanitiser where required Following current government guidance on social distancing during outreach activities Offering regular health and safety briefings and updates Minimising physical contact and avoiding indoor gatherings where possible Supporting remote or digital engagement when needed Your safety is our priority, and we adapt our practices as needed to ensure a safe and responsible outreach service.

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