Join our team!

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Experience working with the diverse needs of children, young people, and families
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices
• Excellent communication skills and ability to provide practical support to family members of all ages
• Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of statutory and voluntary services
• Strong time management, problem-solving, and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Full clean driving licence and access to a vehicle

Desirable:

• Experience working in culturally diverse communities and in-home settings
• Knowledge of the Bradford Early Help Framework

If you’re committed to supporting families and have the skills to create meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you!  Click apply below and submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and why you’re a great fit for this role

Did we mention? Brathay Trust has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in the Charity and Not-for-Profit sector by Great Place To Work – so why not join us?

Applications without a CV and cover letter will not be considered.

Closing date: 18th September 2026

.As a Youth Worker at Brathay, you will:

• Engage with children and young people referred for support. 
• Design, deliver and report on group programmes that promote wellbeing and resilience. 
• Provide 1:1 support. 
• Help prevent escalating needs and reduce pressure on statutory services. 
• Be flexible to work evenings and weekends, to support delivery at a time where Young People can access our support. 
• Deliver a wide range of youth participation projects across both school and community settings, working with children and young people from primary age upwards.
•  Be responsible for designing, delivering and evaluating high quality, evidence based and trauma informed wellbeing and resilience programmes for children, young people and families.

This includes one to one coaching, facilitating group work in schools and community settings, and delivering detached sessions in the community.

Why Join Us? 

• Be part of a supportive, committed team making real impact. 
• Help develop and shape an evidence based and trauma informed service. 
• Work collaboratively with leading VCS organisations.
• Make a meaningful difference to young people and families across Bradford. 

We’d Love to Hear from You If you are passionate about helping children, young people and families thrive emotionally, come and join us. Your energy and expertise will help create brighter futures across Bradford.

Any applications without both a CV and Cover letter will not be considered for shortlisting.

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis throughout the recruitment period. We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

Closing date: 18th September 2026

Based on the beautiful shores of Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District, Brathay is a children's charity dedicated to helping young people build confidence, resilience and the skills they need to thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a stunning  location while supporting an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completing the full range of cleaning and turnaround tasks throughout all areas of the Brathay site.
• Assisting in the running of events, providing food and beverage services to clients 
• Training and develop General Assistants, ensuring that regular one to one meetings are carried out and that personal development plans are in place and progressed 
• Undertaking routine checking of the quality of work completed ensuring it is to the appropriate quality standards. 

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated previous experience relevant to the role
• Strong team working skills
• Experience in a customer-focused environment
• Good time management skills

Based on the beautiful shores of Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District, Brathay is a children's charity dedicated to helping young people build confidence, resilience and the skills they need to thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a stunning  location while supporting an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completing the full range of cleaning and turnaround tasks throughout all areas of the Brathay site.
• Ensure guest areas, meeting spaces and facilities remain clean, safe and welcoming.
• Assisting in the running of events, providing food and beverage services to clients 

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills and Experience

• Experience relevant to the role.
• Experience working with members of the public.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Friendly, professional and approachable manner.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Please note: role may involve both weekend working and evening working.

Why Join Brathay?

At Brathay, we're passionate about creating positive experiences for our guests and supporting our staff to succeed. You'll become part of a welcoming and supportive team, working in a beautiful environment where your contribution makes a real difference every day.