community support worker

We have an exciting opportunity to join Free2B and help deliver our growing services for LGBTQ+ young people aged 11+ (and 9+ for our junior club).

• LGBTQ+ Community Support Worker
• 21 hrs per week to include rota’d Wednesdays and Fridays 4:30-6:00 for online groups.
• Fixed term contract until December 2027 (Please note, this appointment is subject to the final outcome of a pending grant funding application).
• Salary scale re qualifications and experience: £15.00-£17.01 per hour plus 3% pension employer contribution. (Full-time Equivalent £27,300 – £30,958)
• Working in-person across various secondary schools in Richmond Borough weekly. Adhoc  community settings, Free2B office in Wandsworth Borough, and flexibility to undertake admin tasks from home or other suitable location.

Whilst the role includes working in schools, the position is year-round, with community-based activities through the school holidays.

We are looking for a Community Support Worker to contribute to the delivery of our LGBTQ+ youth provision:

• Offering a safe space for young people to explore their situations and develop the necessary skills and strategies to manage the difficulties they face.
• Delivering ‘safe space’ forums in schools and youth group both online and in person, providing engaging group activities.
• Providing a 1:1 support service to a caseload of young people within secondary schools and community settings.

Please read through the job description (click here to access a copy) to inform your application.