Our client, based in Surrey, is currently recruiting for a Youth Opportunity Officer on a permanent contract.

This is a part time position offering 21 hours a week.

The position is due to start immediately. The salary for this position is £18,420.19 (FTE £32,454).

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual with a background working in social housing, specifically with the elderly and hold an Enhanced DBS taken out within the last three years.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

•  Supporting a group of 6 residents, encouraging them into physical activity
• Assisting residents with CVs and encouraging them into employment
• Promoting key life skills
• Building positive relationships with residents to support their personal development and wellbeing
• Signposting residents to external services such as training, education, and employment opportunities
• Monitoring progress and maintaining accurate records to track outcomes and support needs

Skills, knowledge and experience required:

• NVQ level 2 in social housing, social work or youth work

Working hours:

• 21 hours per week
• Monday – Friday (potential for flexibility on hours / days)

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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