Vacancies
Come and join us at Blackburn and Darwen Youth Zone!
We are evolving, this is an exciting time for us, not only are our state of the art facilities in Blackburn being upgraded but we are also working hard behind the scenes to get Darwen Youth hub ready to launch in 2025.
Our HEART values are at the core of everything that we do and the services we provide for thousands of young people across Blackburn with Darwen. For more about what we do click here.
Along with our values we know our employees are at the core of our organisation, we cannot deliver our services and achieve the results we do without hard working, enthusiastic and happy people.
For this reason we strive to ensure everyone is treated fairly, equally and have the same opportunities. Youth Zone is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS and pre-employment checks.
All our vacancies and below and we would love to hear from you! Or if there’s nothing that suits you right now email ‘job bulletin’ to hr@blackburnyz.org and we’ll send you monthly updates straight to your inbox.
Vacancies
Babyzone Operations Officer
The Role:
The Babyzone Operations Officer is the face of Babyzone for our families and is responsible for ensuring that the set up and operations of the Babyzone run smoothly throughout the day.
Read more in job description
Hours:
8:30am to 3:00pm on Wednesdays in term time, starting on Wednesday 26th March
Salary:
£12.21 per hour
We are recruiting for this position externally.
Volunteer and Training Coordinator
The Role:
The Volunteer and Training Coordinator role will play a key role in supporting the Youth Zone’s mission by managing the recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers. This role is pivotal in ensuring volunteers are well-trained, supported, and empowered to deliver high-quality programs and activities to young people. The coordinator will also oversee the development and delivery of training programs that enhance the skills and knowledge of all volunteers and staff.
Hours:
Full-time
Salary:
Youth Work Bus Driver (Outreach/Detached)
The Role:
We are looking for an experienced minibus driver to transport our young people between Youth Zone sites as well as take them out on trips. Additionally, this role will support our outreach and detached youth work by engaging with young people in their communities and promoting the services of the Youth Zone. If you are over 25 years old and have a clean driver’s licence, we would love to hear from you.
Hours:
Part-time, 15 hours a week
Salary:
£11.44 per hour
Cleaner
The Role:
Reporting to the Facilities Manager, primarily based at Blackburn Youth Zone, you will be responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring that all areas are well presented and safe for use. This role requires attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high quality cleaning services.
Hours:
Part-time
Salary:
Receptionist
The Role:
We are seeking a dynamic and friendly Receptionist to join our team and become the welcoming face of our organization. As the first point of contact for visitors, volunteers, and members, the Receptionist plays a crucial role in creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere for everyone who enters our facility. This position is based primarily at our Darwen Youth zone but some travel to Blackburn Youth Zone may be required.
Hours:
Part-time
Salary:
£12.21 per hour
Read more in the job description.
Youth Worker
The Role:
As a Youth Worker you will be our first point of contact for all young people, provide positive activities, offer support and guidance through issue-based work and provide positive outcomes for young people through appropriate assessment and intervention.
Hours:
Part-time
Salary:
£11.44 – £12.24 an hour
Read more in the job description.
