Youth Service Internship

Your role is to support the Youth Programmes Coordinator at the Baytree Centre in delivering our GEMS programme, which provides after-school clubs and activities for young people and their families. You will help ensure the smooth running of sessions, engage positively with participants, and contribute to building a safe, welcoming, and empowering environment. Main responsibilities: - Work closely with the programme coordinator to plan, support, and sometimes lead after-school clubs. - Accurately input and maintain data and records on Baytree’s internal database. - Assist in designing promotional materials such as posters, leaflets, and timetables. - Conduct focus groups and surveys to gather feedback from the girls and young people using the service. - Run errands and source resources needed for activities. - Engage positively and respectfully with the young people and families accessing the centre. - Support the Youth Team with any additional tasks necessary to ensure smooth service delivery. - Follow all Baytree Centre policies and procedures. - Complete volunteer questionnaires and evaluations as requested. - Work directly with clients across Baytree services (e.g. youth clubs, workshops, reception, and befriending activities). Skills and qualities required: - Good interpersonal skills, able to work well within a diverse team. - Computer literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Excel. - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. - Good time management and organisational skills. - Reliable, punctual, and committed. - Interest in working with children, young people, community development, or social care. - Flexibility and willingness to assist with a variety of tasks as needed. - Experience working with young people or volunteering is desirable. - Knowledge of a second language (e.g. Spanish, Portuguese, French, Arabic) is a plus. Commitment: - 2 to 4 days per week, Monday to Thursday. - Hours: 10:30 am – 6:00 pm. - Duration: 4 to 6 months, with flexibility to extend if desired. Benefits: - We reimburse up to £7 for travel and £5 for lunch expenses for each full day of internship. - Gain practical experience working in youth services and the charity sector. - Develop skills in group facilitation, data management, and community engagement. - Contribute to positive outcomes for young people and families. - Opportunity to attend volunteer social events and network. - Valuable insight into alternative educational and community support settings. This role is open to female applicants only (Equality Act 2010: Schedule 9: Occupational Requirements). Applicants must be 18 years or older.