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Freelance Youth Worker – Mental Health Qualified Specialist Start Date: Monday 21st July 2025 Duration: 2 weeks (Total: 9 days) Working Pattern: Monday–Thursday + 1 pre-meet + Friday debrief + group celebration Day Rate: £100-150/day | £33k Eqv Location: In-Person, Lambeth/Southwark, London Contract Type: Freelance / Contractor About us We are a creative social mobility organisation that provides core soft-skills training to equip at-risk young people to transition into meaningful employment. We work with marginalised, often NEET, 16–25-year-olds from a range of diverse and underrepresented communities. Our mission is to break social isolation and provide a creative outlet that offers hope, practical support, and real-world insight into the systemic barriers young adults face. The Role We’re seeking a qualified mental health specialist youth worker to support our Creative Bootcamp – a two-week immersive programme supporting up to 10 young people in expressing themselves through creative projects. You will create emotionally safe, affirming environments. Your role will combine well-being check-ins, crisis awareness, and embedding trauma-informed frameworks into creative delivery. You’ll work in a large team of x5 fellow youth workers over the two weeks to deliver the most engaging and interactive creative bootcamp. You’ll: - Provide emotional support and guidance on wellbeing to participants. - Form part of our delivery team as part of the creative programme following our designed workshop brief - Conduct 1:1 check-ins and support access to services if needed - Offer tailored support and a safe space for participants, promoting positive behaviour, providing encouragement and guidance. - Advise on mental health best practices for the delivery team - Co-create a calm, inclusive, safe space for young people to thrive - Build rapport with young people and contribute to debriefs and team reflections. - Help facilitate group sessions that prioritise expression, belonging, and wellbeing. - Deliver inclusive and engaging sessions tailored to individual learning needs. - Be the trusted main point of contact for up to x6 young people, ensuring attendance and any behavioural needs are supported Requirements - Recognised qualification in youth mental health, counselling, therapy or psychology. - Experience working with 16–25-year-olds in education, community or creative settings. - Excellent knowledge of mental health resources, signposting and safeguarding. - Strong values in equity, youth empowerment and intersectional care. - Excellent communication, empathy, and boundary-setting skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in building rapport with young people and young adults - Proactive work ethic, always looking for new opportunities to support our young people develop and grow - Excellent written English language skills - Excellent organisational skills and experience updating CRM systems - Reliability to execute on time for deliverables & deadlines Optional - Career Counselling, Career Development, and Career Management skills - Knowledge of current trends in career development and vocational opportunities We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and must demonstrate alignment with our safeguarding and equality principles. What’s in it for you - Be a part of a fun and creative bootcamp that contributes to tangible outcomes for underrepresented young people. - See the direct results of your contributions to a not-for-profit with a clear social purpose as an established Social Enterprise. - Join a social enterprise making real change for young adults furthest from opportunity. - Collaborate with a team that values your experience and voice. - See your impact in real-time as young people develop, connect, and celebrate their progress. - Work alongside creatives, youth workers, and programme staff with shared values.

Overview: We are looking for a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner / Room Leader to join a well-established nursery in North West London. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing team that values creativity, development, and the well-being of every child. Due to increased enrolment, we are hiring for two new team members. The ideal candidate will be experienced in supporting early years development, leading activities, and working in line with the EYFS framework. Key Responsibilities: Act as a key worker, developing strong relationships with children and families. Support or lead room planning and structured learning activities. Observe and assess children’s development in accordance with EYFS guidelines. Maintain a clean, safe, and engaging learning environment. Uphold values of inclusion, safeguarding, and confidentiality at all times. Collaborate effectively with team members and contribute to continuous improvement. Requirements: A minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education (e.g. NVQ3 or equivalent). Solid understanding of the EYFS framework. Experience in early years settings and key worker responsibilities. Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. A genuine passion for early childhood development. Safeguarding training and a commitment to child protection practices. Additional Information: This role is term-time only, meaning you will work during school/nursery term dates (approximately 38 weeks per year). Weekly working hours total 30 hours per week. You will have unpaid time off during school holidays. Selection Process: CV review A 1-hour trial session followed by a formal interview Final decision based on performance and suitability Why Join Us? You’ll join a nurturing, inclusive, and forward-thinking nursery that’s committed to providing the best start for every child. As part of a growing team, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact and grow in your professional journey. Job Type: Full-time Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour Expected hours: 30 per week Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person