Music Youth Worker

Job Description

We’re looking for a Youth Worker – Music who will play a vital role in designing, delivering and evaluating engaging and inclusive music-focused programmes for young people aged 8–19 (up to 25 if the young person has an additional need or disability). This position is responsible for creating a safe, supportive and stimulating environment where young people can explore music, develop new skills, build confidence and connect with their peers through performance, production and collaboration. The ideal candidate will be passionate about youth development and music, with strong facilitation skills, a creative and inclusive approach, and a commitment to empowering young people to express themselves and reach their potential through music.

Key Duties

• To work directly with young people aged 8‑19 (up to 25 with additional needs) to facilitate safe, fun and structured music activities within the Youth Zone.
• To plan engaging activities that cater to diverse abilities, interests and backgrounds of young people (using youth voice).
• Deliver a high‑quality music offer, which is safe, fun, challenging and developmental. This will include planning and delivery of a regular programme of activities, special events and trips, team development and competitions/showcases, and contribute towards the planning, delivery, and evaluation of specific projects.
• Encourage the participation of young people and that their ideas contribute fully to the planning, delivery and evaluation of sessions, projects, and activities.
• To establish positive and engaging relationships with young people from a range of backgrounds and provide interventions that achieve outcomes including helping them develop positive peer relationships, engagement in new activities, personal development, improved self‑esteem, positive self‑identity, acquisition of new skills, and developing wider networks of support.
• To be able to use your own initiative to flexibly meet the needs of young people, adapting sessions and programmes where required to ensure inclusion.
• Effectively communicate at all levels both in terms of spoken conversations with young people and parents/caregivers, with staff, and senior managers.
• Ensure all recordings are well‑written for internal use and to be used to inform reports for external funders and interested parties.
• Maintain Salesforce with up‑to‑date information on young people who you have worked with (training provided).
• To complete impact stories and MEAPPS when instructed by management.
• Use your creative skills to showcase the work that is being developed to ensure our reports to funders are accurate, inspiring and informative.
• To work effectively and positively alongside colleagues including staff, volunteers and young leaders. Ensure that all volunteers and trainee staff are made to feel an integral and valued part of Manchester Youth Zone.
• Undertake regular training and development relevant to the role.
• Actively address any bullying, harassment or discrimination, promoting cohesion, inclusion, and positive relationships.
• To understand and adhere to MYZ policies and procedures at all times with particular emphasis on equal opportunities, positive behaviour management, health and safety and safeguarding.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times, managing any safeguarding issues should they arise (training provided).
• To be an active member of the team and operate in line with the Charity’s expectations, values and principles. Work a flexible pattern including evenings and weekends in line with the role/team requirements.
• Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably determined by your line manager and be flexible to attend residential trips.
• Promote a positive image of MYZ through professionalism and good conduct with all our stakeholders and the public.

Benefits

• Annual leave entitlement of 33 days (pro‑rata).
• Full induction and access to internal and external training opportunities.
• Well‑being support – access to our EAP, an extra holiday day for your birthday, and onsite gym and sports facilities.
• 5% pension contribution.
• Be part of a mission to positively impact the lives of young people in North Manchester.

Hours: 10.5 Hours Per Week

Location: 931 Rochdale Road, Harpurhey, Manchester, M9 8AE

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