Location
Westminster

Hours
36 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The post holder will be required to work at least 3 evenings per week and occasionally on weekends.

Salary
£31,530 per annum

About the Role
Do you see yourself making a real difference in young people’s lives? Can you use your passion and enthusiasm to support and inspire the next generation? Does the idea of starting a meaningful career while learning on the job excite you? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! Our Youth & Play Service is looking for a passionate and dedicated Youth Work Apprentice to join our amazing team and help make a difference today! This apprenticeship programme combines hands-on work experience with the opportunity to study for a Level 3 Diploma in Youth Work Practice (England). In this role, you will work directly with young people aged 11–19 (up to 25 with SEN), support the delivery of engaging activities across youth centres and adventure playgrounds, help create safe, inclusive, and positive environments for young people, contribute to council-wide initiatives including Youth Parliament, grants programmes, and digital youth services (One Hub), and work alongside experienced professionals and partners across statutory and voluntary sectors.

About the Team
Our Youth & Play Service is dedicated to providing high-quality opportunities and positive activities for young people across the borough. You’ll be joining a supportive and inclusive team that values creativity, collaboration, and innovation, is committed to tackling inequality and promoting fairness, offers opportunities for training, development, and career progression, and works across a variety of settings including youth centres, adventure playgrounds, and community projects.

Additional Information
This is a 2-year fixed term contract. Applicants must be 16 or over. This position requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at Enhanced - Adults and Children (Barred) level.

Experience
No prior experience is required; enthusiasm and a willingness to learn are essential.

About you
You will be enthusiastic, committed, and eager to learn. You should be motivated to develop a career in youth work, have a genuine interest in supporting young people’s development, demonstrate good communication and teamwork skills, be reliable, adaptable, and willing to learn in a supported environment, and be committed to completing the Level 3 Diploma in Youth Work Practice.

Qualifications
Must have 5 GCSEs at grade A to C, or the equivalent, including Maths and English.