Youth Engagement Worker (Education and Guidance)

Who we are

Positive Steps is a unique organisation and have been changing the lives of people in Greater Manchester since 1977. Our current offer involves supporting those in Education, Criminal justice, Family and Community and Safeguarding settings. We are at an exciting point in our development with a focus on growing our impact while reaching excellence in all our work. 

I wouldn’t know where I would be without positive steps, they have massively changed my life.“

Young Person

Without Positive Steps she would not have been given the chance.“

Parent

A fantastic place, fantastic people, friendly & hard working.“

Adult service user 

The Role

Do you love working with young people and want to make a real difference in their lives?
We’re looking for a confident, motivated individual to join our team as a Youth Engagement Worker. In this rewarding role, you’ll support young people to build confidence, develop essential skills, and take positive steps toward the next stage of their lives.

You’ll work collaboratively with Career Advisers, Coaches, and fellow Youth Engagement Workers, using creative and engaging approaches to connect with young people and help them achieve positive outcomes. A key part of the role is building strong, trusting relationships and communicating effectively with young people, many of whom may be facing significant challenges.

You’ll also play an important role in working towards targets and developing positive partnerships with schools, colleges, learning providers, employers, and other key stakeholders. The role involves travelling across Rochdale and Oldham, offering variety and the opportunity to work in different settings and communities.

If you are interested, please read the full role profile, complete and submit your application. For further information regarding this fixed term post, please contact jennifergibson@positive-steps.org.uk

Closing Date:   Monday 8^th May 2026, 5.00pm

Interviews:        Thursday 14^th May 2026

Start: Immediate Start

Positive Steps is an equal opportunities organisation and applications are welcome from all sections of the community.  

Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and we do not intend to offer sponsorship for this particular role. You should therefore ensure that you have/will have the right to work in the UK to be able to undertake this role. If appointed, you will be required to provide relevant right to work documents at the point of an offer being made to you. This role is subject to a Standard DBS check.