Youth Support Worker

Want to make a real difference to young people’s lives? Ready to start a meaningful career in youth work?

Dorset Council is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our North Dorset Youth Work Team. This is a Grade 8 role, however there is the option to join at Grade 5 through our Level 3 Youth Work Apprenticeship if you’re new to the profession.

What you’ll do

•  Deliver targeted youth work to vulnerable young people
•  1:1, group, detached and outreach work across North Dorset
•  Be a strong advocate for young people
•  Work alongside schools, social workers, police and partner agencies
•  Complete a Level 3 Youth Work Apprenticeship (if required)
•  Working under an extrafamilial harm lens

 To hear more about our Targeted Youth Work role and offer, please watch our recruitment video:

What we’re looking for

•  Experience working with young people or in a caring role (paid or voluntary)
•  Strong communication skills and a non‑judgemental approach
•  Motivation, resilience and a willingness to learn
•  GCSE Maths & English (or willingness to work towards)

 Why Dorset Council?

•  Ofsted “Outstanding” Children’s Services
•  Strong supervision, training and career development
•  Focus on contextual safeguarding and evidence‑based practice
•  Excellent benefits, relocation package available
•  Proud Disability Confident Employer

 Apply now and start a career that changes lives.

At Dorset Council, it's not just about the work we do, it's about how we do it. Hear directly from our employees about what makes Dorset Council special in this short video:

At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.

We:

• provide essential services that support over 300,000 residents
• work in partnership to make a real difference
• value every role and the impact it has on our communities
• support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive

You will:

• be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset
• have access to a range of benefits and support
• receive training and development opportunities to help your career progress

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible, if you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application.

This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement.

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us.

Find out more about how to apply.