Maternity Cover Engagement Worker

• Job Reference: 00004281-1
• Date Posted: 24 September 2025
• Recruiter: Bardsley Youth project
• Location: Coventry, Midlands
• Remote Working: Some remote working possible
• Salary: £26,772
• Role: Frontline jobs, Experts by Experience jobs
• Job type: Temporary
• Work hours: Full Time

Job Description

Bardsley Youth Project

Bardsley Youth Project seeks to support young people aged 16-25 who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness or vulnerably housed.

 

Maternity Cover

Engagement Worker

Hours: 37 hours p/week

(Monday to Friday 9.00 – 17.00 with some out of hours working may be required)

Salary: 26,772 pro rata

Annual Leave: 25 days, plus bank holidays

We are looking for a dynamic, creative person, ready to act as a mentor to our young people enabling them to realise their full potential, to overcome homelessness and in moving on to a successful adult life.

As a talented communicator, you will use your natural ability to engage young people with an open and encouraging approach. You will have at least 2 years’ experience of working with young people in a relatable context.

You would be joining the organisation at an exciting time of our development as we expand the reach and level of support we deliver to young people. The role holder will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and adhere to our safeguarding policy.

If you would like more informal and for job description please visit https://www.bardsleyyouth.org/jobs

If you would like a discussion with about this role or further information, please email Simon Ree, to arrange a call.

To apply for this role, please email your CV accompanied by a statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) outlining your skills, experience and how you meet the person specification.

 Simon Ree simon@bardsleyyouth.org

Closing date for applications: Friday 24th October at 17.00

Starting Date 01/12/2025

Interview dates: TBC

 

Charity Number: 1152836