Youth Worker – Sports (Warrington)

About the role

The Youth Worker – Sports will lead the delivery of Youth Zone sessions, working on a rotating weekend schedule. You will inspire young people aged 7‑25, ensuring sessions are inclusive, energetic and age‑appropriate.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver Youth Zone sports sessions for juniors (7‑12) and seniors (12‑25) on a rota basis.
• Motivate and develop the Youth Worker team to maintain high‑quality, creative programming.
• Collaborate with other functions to continuously improve inclusive delivery and contribute to the strategic plan.
• Manage volunteers and young leaders, ensuring they are supported and well‑managed.
• Build and maintain strong local partnerships that benefit the borough’s young people.
• Introduce and oversee an evaluation framework using youth feedback.

Required profile

• Passion for putting young people first and delivering fun, high‑energy sessions.
• Experience leading youth or sports programmes, preferably in a charitable or community setting.
• Ability to work evenings, alternate weekends and Bank Holidays.
• Commitment to safeguarding and willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary £28,000‑£33,000 per year (pro‑rota, dependent on experience and location).
• Pension contribution of 3%.
• 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays, increasing with service.
• Free on‑site gym access.
• Access to OnSide’s Talent Academy for training and mentoring.
• Health Shield healthcare cash‑back plan.