CAREERS
with Youth Connect South West
Who we are
Youth Connect South West (YCSW) is a young people’s charity and company limited by guarantee. In November 2019, the charity was born as a Public Service Mutual from B&NES youth and targeted youth support services. When we set out our mission, at the top of the agenda was increasing opportunities and services for young people. We believed that there were opportunities out there for young people, which we could access as a registered charity; we could work in a more creative and flexible way. We are proud of the roots of the charity, which has a background in youth work, advice and guidance and targeted youth support.
Our staff come from all walks of life, with many different backgrounds and lived experiences. Many received support from similar services when they were young and want to make a difference to this generation. Our programmes put young people at the centre of what we do, empowering, listening and acting in their best interests.
How we work
We currently operate from Southside Youth and Community Centre in Bath with access to other offices in the Bath and North-East Somerset. Our staff travel independently within Bath and Northeast Somerset and throughout the South-West.
What we offer
At YCSW, we expect commitment from our staff to do the best they can and be the best they can be. We offer a great working environment, excellent Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing package via SMART Clinic, alongside flexible working in a supportive and friendly team.
Everyone is welcome
Youth Connect South West is committed to equality of opportunity and believes that young people are a major strength, which contributes to the social and economic prosperity of the area. YCSW is committed to working within the Equality Act 2010 to ensure that no service user, job applicant, employee or other person associated with YCSW is treated inequitably or in an unlawful or unjustifiably discriminatory manner. YCSW recognises that people from specific key groups may experience discrimination and less favourable treatment on the grounds of their protected characteristics:
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Age
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Disability
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Race
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Sex
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Gender reassignment
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Marriage/civil partnership
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Pregnancy & maternity
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Religion/belief
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Sexual orientation
We also recognise that people may experience discrimination and less favourable treatment for other reasons e.g., on the grounds of their financial or economic status, lived experience, unrelated criminal convictions, gender identity, homelessness or lack of a fixed address, political view, or trade union activity.
To ensure we are inclusive as possible we will:
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Pay for travel expenses to enable you to attend the interview
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Overnight costs if you are travelling from more than 60 miles away
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Pay for any child care or carer costs you may incur
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Make any reasonable adjustments that may be required e.g., sign language or interpreter
Any applicant with a disability that meets the minimum essential requirements in the job specification will be guarantee an interview.
If there is anything that can help you with your application, please phone for a discussion.
Wendy
Engagement Worker
YCSW has the most friendly and supportive company you could wish to join, everyone is treated equally with respect from everyone simply the best YCSW
Jayne
Youth Work Manager
I enjoy working for YCSW because I feel the work I do is valuable and needed and each day is different and always has elements of joy
Dave
Senior Youth Support Worker
I like working at YCSW as it provides great training opportunities and has such a depth of experience and knowledge within the staff team. Also YCSW is really good at providing opportunities for some of the most vulnerable young people in BANES and beyond
What do our staff say?
Louise
ESS Team Leader
I think that most staff enjoy working for YCSW because we all want the best for the young people we work with. Also, because flexible working is a life-saver when you’re a parent
Victoria
People and Resources Manager
YCSW is a very family supportive environment. It is also a personable workplace, you don't feel like just a number even with the huge growth since I started back in 2019
Abi
Assistant Youth Worker
I enjoy working for YCSW because I feel able to give something back
Ellie
Assistant Group Worker
I've never felt so welcome and supported by any employer before
Jack
Inclusive Learning Tutor
I get to work with young people who make me laugh every day
Leah
Placement - Events Coordinator
I have been able to gain such diverse skills from my placement. It has significantly enhanced my abilities in independent and teamwork, as well as initiative