Saltburn Christian Projects (Doorway)

Lead Youth Worker

Contract Type: Fixed Term (Initial 12 Month with possible extension) 
Salary: £28,000.00 per annum FT
Location: Emmanuel Church Outreach TS12 1LE
Hours: 37 hours per week (open to part time if suits right candidate)
Interview Date(s): TBC
Reporting to: Board of Trustees 
Release Date: 29.07.2026 
Closing Date: TBC

Background: 
This role is for an initial 12 month period, but with a funding plan in place to extend if possible. 
Doorways are building on 28 years’ experience in working with young people within our area. The project supports young people in their emotional health and well-being, and practical life skills. 
Doorways engages particularly with young people 11 to 18s and where appropriate, parents too. 
This post will be line managed by a voluntary management team, providing strategic leadership and operational guidance. 

Responsibilities: 
• Carry out day to day project  administrative duties 
• One to one listening/ mentoring – emotional well-being support for young people. 
(Most of these will take place within Huntcliff School, where there is a strong staff support network from 5 years established work)
• Engage with local young people through our established After School’s drop-in at ECHO and Holiday activities. 
• Provide leadership and support for a team of volunteers, who will assist (where necessary) in the delivery of the project’s services. 
• Implement the projects’ policies and procedures in working with young people, to safeguard their welfare and the welfare of others.  
• Prepare necessary reports for Trustees and funding providers.

Holidays: 
The holiday year runs from 1st August to 31st July. Entitlement is 30 days including bank holidays (pro rata), 

Personal Requirements 
Essential:  
•	Commitment to Christian faith & values 
•	Working with young people 
•	Wellbeing support/mentoring skills 
•	Excellent communication and networking skills 
•	Safeguarding qualification 
•	Working within a budget 
•	Excellent IT skills and use of Internet 
•	Report writing and project monitoring 
•	Demonstrate ability to motivate and lead people 

Desirable:
•	Spiritually mature 
•	Qualification in Youth work 
•	Experience working in voluntary sector 
•	Information/ advice & guidance 
•	Creative skills and use of initiative 
•	Knowledge of local area/ groups & organisations 
•	Health & safety awareness 
•	Be able to contribute to effective teamwork

Next Step
If you believe you are a suitable candidate for this role, please submit your CV and cover letter email link below.