The Core at Corby Cube Job Description Department: Creative Learning Job Title: Youth Support Assistant Responsible To: Youth Development Co-Ordinator Responsible For: Supporting programme delivery, coordination and administration across youth development activity Job Purpose: To provide support in the delivery of creative youth programmes for ages 12–25. This may include supporting session delivery, safeguarding reporting, communication with partners, parents, and session practitioners, and the continued development of collaborative partnerships and networking that promote participation in youth programs at the Core, or the referral of young people on Core programs to other partner programs. The role will also be responsible for week to week safety checks on the Project M space. Key Task Areas: Regular Program Support • To support with session delivery across the range of youth programs - times will vary but will include evenings and weekends from time to time • Contribute to planning and logistics Project M Support • Attend and support Project M sessions weekly (Thursday 6:30-8:30) Attendance is required 3 weeks out of 4 in a month. • Assist with attendance monitoring, safeguarding reporting, and showcases planning and delivery • Be a fire warden for Project M space and a duty manager for the theatre, specific to evacuating youth groups as necessary. Collaboration & Networking • Attend and support cross-sector in person youth partnership meetings (e.g., VCSE, CYP collaborations) These may take place either locally or at other venues across Northamptonshire • Represent the youth voice in relevant forums and share learning with the Core team Additional Responsibilities: • Promote and adhere to the organisation’s culture and values. • To support in creating a safe, pleasant, respectful and productive work environment setting an example of positive professional standards. Job Ref: Youth Support Assistant August 2025 • Contribute to team meetings and reflective practice. • To be aware of and adhere to any legislative requirements consistent with the overall duties of this post, with particular regard to Health and Safety policies and procedures, General Data Protection Regulations and Equal Opportunities. • To be aware of and adhere to policies and procedure related to Lone Working. • To be aware of and adhere to policies and procedure related to Safeguarding. • To undergo relevant training and development required by the Youth Development Co-Ordinator, Core Director and wider organisation. • To carry out any other tasks that will, from time to time, be allocated by the Youth Development Co-Ordinator on an ad hoc or continuing basis, commensurate with the general level of responsibility of the post. It is a requirement of Corby Cube Theatres Trust that all colleagues work in a flexible manner compatible with their jobs and in line with the objectives of the company. This job description is a guide to the key duties, responsibilities and tasks for which the jobholder is accountable but due to the nature of the business, the specific responsibilities and activities may vary and develop over time. Therefore, this job description should be seen as indicative and not as a permanent, definitive and exhaustive statement. Job Ref: Youth Support Assistant August 2025 The Core at Corby Cube Person Specification Essential Experience: • Experience of working with young people aged 12–25 in a creative, educational, or community setting • Experience of working in a team and supporting youth program delivery • Experience of safeguarding practices and procedures Essential Knowledge/Qualifications: • Awareness of youth issues and challenges affecting young people today • Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion Essential Skills/Abilities: • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks • Excellent verbal and written communication • Confident working independently and with initiative • Passion for working with young people and supporting creative opportunities • Willingness to learn and take part in training • Commitment to collaboration, inclusivity and wellbeing Desirable Experience: • Experience working on creative projects or events • Experience of delivering or supporting creative youth programs • Familiarity of safeguarding different youth age groups Desirable Knowledge/Qualifications: • Knowledge of the local youth/cultural sector • Understanding of child protection and GDPR Desirable Skills/Abilities: Familiarity with Google suite, Outlook and other IT data management systems Job Ref: Youth Support Assistant August 2025 The Core at Corby Cube Terms & Conditions Job title: Youth Support Assistant Contract: Permanent Hours of work: 15 hours per week, flexible with some evening work Salary: £ 10,031.74 per annum Paid monthly on 20th of each month Work location: The Core at Corby Cube, George Street, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 1QG. Holidays: Annual leave year is April to March 93 hours per annum including statutory holidays (pro-rata in first year) 99 hours per annum per annum after 3 years continuous service 108 hours per annum after 5 years continuous service Pension Scheme: Contributory staff pension – 5% employee and 3% employer CCTT pension scheme is provided by NOW pensions CCTT will contribute after 3 months service Benefits: Free tickets to select shows, Employee Assistance Programme, Training and development opportunities Employment Subject to: Satisfactory references Compliance with Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 and the Immigration Act 2016 Six-month probationary period Job Ref: Youth Support Assistant August 2025