Youth Worker Team Leader

Youth Worker Team Leader

Role Information:
Reference: REQ001464
Location: Bristol – Filton Campus, however this is a Cross College role, travel is required between sites.
FTE Salary: Up to £28,050.00 (Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full time
Working Hours: 37 hours per week

SGS is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Financial Rewards and Benefits:

• Opportunity to make a positive impact within the community and on learners’ lives
• Competitive Pension Scheme- Corporate and support roles have access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), a flexible and pension accessible from the age of 55, with generous employer contributions of 17.9%.
• Generous Annual leave entitlement plus the 8 bank holidays- 25 days corporate and support functions, increasing to 30 days after 5 academic years’ service (Full-Time Equivalent).
• Two weeks leave during the Christmas closedown period largely supported by the discretionary closure days provided by the College.
• Extensive professional development with ongoing support for your personal & professional development, including 25% tuition discount for immediate family of SGS employees.
• Family friendly policies and a proven commitment to supporting flexible working practices
• Access to ‘My Lifestyle’ discounted shopping benefits, cycle to work scheme and a Technology Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Free Annual Eye test
• All staff members can buy a TOTUM card(formerly known as NUS Extra cards), as part of being an affiliate member of the Students' Union 
• Staff have access and supported to be part of inclusive or sustainable staff networks and communities
• Free car parking at all campuses (Except Queens Road Art School)
• Access to a wide variety of external health and wellbeing resources
• Subsidised onsite catering services including Costa Coffee

South Gloucestershire & Stroud College has an excellent reputation for delivering further education and work-based programmes in a range of subjects – from business to sport, construction to media, GCSE’s and A Levels to Honour Degree level programmes.

Our experienced and passionate staff work hard to help students and colleagues achieve their personal challenges and career goals. We are proud of SGS and committed to making the College the best it can be. We are currently working hard to achieve “Outstanding” status after being classified as “Good” in our last inspection. For more information, please visit https://www.sgscol.ac.uk/

Are you ready to lead with purpose, energy, and compassion? SGS College is looking for a dynamic and organised Youth Worker Team Leader to join our Wellbeing Service at Filton Campus. This is a rewarding opportunity to shape a team, influence culture, and make a lasting impact on learners who may be navigating emotional, social, or behavioural challenges.

Why SGS?

At SGS College, we believe that wellbeing is fundamental to learning. Our Wellbeing Service is nationally recognised for its inclusive, proactive support. You’ll be joining a team that values:

• Relational practice and restorative approaches
• Reflective supervision and professional development
• Creative youth engagement and learner voice
• Multi-agency collaboration and community partnerships

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Leading with clarity and care: You’ll supervise and support a team of youth workers, ensuring consistent, high-quality early help interventions across campus.
• Creating safe, welcoming spaces: You’ll be a visible, reassuring presence, helping learners feel safe and connected throughout their college day.
• Building trust and engagement: You’ll develop respectful, professional relationships with learners, using restorative and relational approaches to support personal growth.
• Driving inclusion and access: You’ll help learners—especially those considered high-risk or hard to reach—access support and engage in activities that foster belonging, resilience, and wellbeing.
• Collaborating across teams: You’ll work closely with curriculum leaders, enrichment staff, and external partners to co-deliver workshops, group programmes, and learner-led initiatives.

Beneficial Skills & Qualifications

• A trauma-informed, person-centred approach to youth work.
• Experience leading teams or projects with confidence and compassion.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in youth, social care, residential, or education settings.
• Skills in restorative practice, motivational interviewing, or solution-focused approaches.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equity, and learner voice.

Please apply online by: Sunday 5th July

Expected Interview Date: Monday 13th July

If you have any queries please contact [email protected]

SGS College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and any offer of employment will be subject to a number of conditions including a requirement for providing satisfactory references. In line with KCSIE and having regard to all relevant guidance, a range of checks and online searches will also be conducted for successful candidates, and a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure will need to be obtained as a requirement of the job.