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Education Authority Launches Trainee Youth Support Worker Scheme
Monday, 15th April 2019
The Education Authority (EA) has launched a Trainee Youth Support Worker Scheme for young adults aged 18 to 25 years old which aims to support those who wish to work within the Youth Service through the delivery of youth work training and direct experience working in a youth work setting.
The scheme will provide successful applicants with the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge with support from EA tutors, a placement supervisor and a scheme coordinator whilst acquiring experience in the delivery of youth work in centres across Northern Ireland.
Successful applicants will be paid per hour attended on training courses and during placement within a youth work setting. EA will also provide transport to attend all the training elements of the programme as well as covering residential costs for the Youth Support Worker Qualification.
Participants will receive training on the following course; Youth Support Worker Qualification, Child Protection Awareness, Moving ahead with CRED, Emergency First Aid and two skills based courses
EA Head of Youth Services, Stephen Dallas, said:
“This innovative programme will provide young people, aged between 18-25 years, with the opportunity to access training over an 18 week period developing the knowledge, skills and attitudes to equip them to work as a youth support worker across a range of youth settings.
“Trainees will earn as they learn, complete leadership training and will work on two evenings per week in an exciting local youth project not only gaining experience but accessing support from a professionally qualified youth worker.
“This is an excellent opportunity to embark upon a new career which is rewarding, fulfilling and gives you the opportunity to contribute positively to society working alongside young people who need us most.”
EA will be hosting a number of information sessions to provide more information to participants interested in applying for the scheme. Information sessions will take place on the following dates:
| Council Area | Date | Time | Venue | Enquiries |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ards & North Down | Wed 8 May 2019 | 7-9pm | Ards Arena Youth Centre | 028 9056 6862 |
| Lisburn & Castlereagh | Thurs 9 May 2019 | 7-9pm | Laurelhill Youth Centre | 028 9056 6862 |
| Belfast |
Mon 29 Apr 2019 Wed 1 May 2019 Thurs 2 May 2019 |
7-9pm 7-9pm 7-9pm |
Hammer Youth Centre Finaghy Youth Centre Colin Youth Development Centre |
028 9035 2774 028 9598 5602 028 9598 5602 |
| Causeway Coast & Glens |
Mon 29 Apr 2019 Thurs 2 May 2019 |
7-9pm 7-9pm |
Limavady Youth Centre Sunlea Youth Centre |
028 7035 2279 028 7035 2279 |
| Fermanagh & Omagh |
Tues 30 Apr 2019 Tues 30 Apr 2019 |
7-9pm 7-9pm |
Omagh Youth Centre Lakeland Youth Centre |
028 8241 1486 028 8241 1486 |
| Mid Ulster |
Tues 30 Apr 2019 Tues 30 Apr 2019 |
7-9pm 7-9pm |
Magherafelt Youth Centre Cookstown Youth Resource Centre |
028 8241 1486 028 8241 1486 |
| Armagh, Banbridge Craigavon |
Wed 8 May 2019 Thurs 9 May 2019 |
7-9pm 7-9pm |
Epicentre Armagh Brownlow Youth Resource Centre |
028 3751 2342 028 3751 2342 |
| Derry & Strabane |
Wed 8 May 2019 Wed 8 May 2019 |
7-9pm 7-9pm |
Derry Youth Office Strabane Youth Resource Centre |
028 7131 3444 028 7131 3444 |
| Mid & East Antrim |
Mon 29 Apr 2019 Tues 30 April 2019 |
7-9pm 7-9pm |
Ballykeel Youth Centre Sunnylands Youth Centre |
028 2586 1725 028 2586 1725 |
| Antrim & Newtownabbey | Wed 1 May 2019 | 7-9pm | Glengormley Youth Centre | 028 2586 1725 |
| Newry, Mourne & Down |
Wed 1 May 2019 Tue 30 April 2019 |
12 – 2pm 12 – 2pm |
Hub, Southern Regional College, Patrick St, Newry Campus Main Hall, South Eastern Regional College, Downpatrick Campus |
028 3025 1515 028 3025 1515 |
After completion of the programme applicants will be able to apply for Youth Support Worker posts within the Education Authority. Participation in the scheme does not guarantee you a paid position on completion of the programme.
A number of different positions are available in youth centres across Northern Ireland and the scheme is delivered over a set period of time and with a maximum limit of hours, which is outlined in the candidate information pack.
For more information on the scheme contact the EA Senior Youth Officer (Training) directly on 02890 566430.
Last updated:
10/10/2019