A Youth Development Officer for our WeBelong Programme

We are looking for our next Youth Development Officer: a role model who is there to make sure that our young people can make the most of every opportunity presented to them over the course of their WeMindTheGap programme, and beyond!   Could you be who we’re looking for?

The Job: Youth Development Officer - WeBelong

***Please note: applications submitted without a covering letter/video or confirmation of a full UK manual driving license will not be considered.***

Youth Development Officer

• Location: Flintshire or Wrexham, including regional travel and to other WeMindTheGap communities
• Salary: £25,500-£28,000
• Start Date: Monday 1^st September 2025
• Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours per week, with the requirement to work one evening and one weekend day per month
• Annual Leave: 25 days pro rata per year plus Bank Holidays​
• Reporting to: Youth Programme Lead
• Other benefits: ​
  • Pension – with combined contributions up to 8%​
  • Free eye test​
  • Branded workwear​
  • Professional development and welfare support through WeMatter
  • Flexible and hybrid working considered

Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people? Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can use your skills and experience to help others reach their full potential? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!  WeMindTheGap is seeking a passionate and dedicated Youth Development Officer to join our team. Someone who can be the ultimate role model for our Gappies, showing them what a responsible employee looks like, sharing life skills and experience in a way which encourages them to choose positive behaviours. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the successful delivery of our youth development programme, WeBelong, providing support and guidance to the young people in our alumni community.

Download our recruitment pack: WMTG Recruitment Pack – Youth Development Officer WeBelong (Flintshire & Wrexham)

How to apply:

To apply please send us your CV along with a one-page covering letter (or 2-minute video) outlining your suitability for the role. If you have accessibility requirements and wish to submit your application in a different format, please let us know. ​

Your application will be considered based on how well you match the person specification (see full Recruitment Pack) for this role, and successful employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references. ​

Recruitment Timeline

• Applications open: Friday 6^th June 2025
• Applications close: Friday 4^th July 2025
• Discovery Day: Monday 21^st July 2025
• Employment start date: Monday 1st September

We reserve the right to close applications earlier than the date given. If you are keen to apply for this role, please don’t delay.

Please send your application and further questions to:

Rebecca Walton

07999 405040

Rebecca@wemindthegap.org.uk