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We are looking for an experienced Youth Worker to help at our Chill-in Youth Club every other Tuesday during term time, from 4.30pm to 7.30pm, plus one day per week during school holidays at Chill-Out, from 9.30am to 3.30pm. All working dates are planned in advance. This role would suit someone looking for a small amount of regular term-time work alongside additional hours during school holidays. SNAAP is a small, friendly charity supporting disabled children, young people and their families. We provide opportunities for children and young people to have fun, develop confidence, make friends and take part in activities in a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment. We are looking for an experienced Youth Worker to join our team and help deliver our Chill-in Youth Club for disabled young people aged 11–25 at our venue, Windchimes in Herne Bay, alongside our Chill-Out school holiday programme which is held in the community as days out. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong youth work experience who enjoys helping young people develop confidence, independence and friendships. Experience of working with disabled young people would be an advantage, but we recognise that knowledge and skills in this area can be developed through experience and support. Our young people have low to moderate support needs. Main responsibilities • Help deliver fun, engaging and inclusive youth club and holiday activities., • Build positive, respectful relationships with young people and encourage their confidence, independence and social development., • Encourage young people to make choices, express their views, develop friendships and participate in activities., • Adapt activities to reflect individual interests, abilities and support needs., • Help create a positive atmosphere where young people feel safe, valued and respected., • Support young people who may become anxious, upset or distressed, responding calmly and appropriately., • Work collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers to ensure sessions run smoothly., • Take responsibility for leading Chill-out sessions., • Follow safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and SNAAP procedures., • Maintain appropriate records and report any concerns or incidents to the relevant member of staff., • Communicate appropriately with parents and carers and contribute to positive relationships with families., • Help set up activities and tidy away at the end of sessions., • Contribute ideas for new activities and ways to develop the youth and holiday programmes. About you We are looking for someone who: • Has strong experience working with young people in a youth work or similar setting., • Enjoys engaging with young people and understands the importance of building positive relationships., • Is enthusiastic, approachable, patient and reliable., • Is confident adapting their approach to meet different needs and interests., • Can respond calmly and positively to challenging situations., • Has good communication and teamwork skills., • Is organised, flexible and willing to take the initiative when needed., • Understands safeguarding and the importance of maintaining professional boundaries., • Is keen to learn about disability and develop their skills in supporting disabled young people., • Is willing to take the lead when required while working collaboratively as part of the wider team. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.