Springboard Careers

EMPLOYABILITY WORKER

We are looking for an Employability Worker (full time) to work on our YouthStart programme.  The programme offers young adults, aged 16-30 years, opportunities to increase their personal development and employability skills. YouthStart will provide one to one mentoring and workshops tailored to need. As Employability Worker you will help support positive impacts for our participants.

Key criteria include:

• hold minimum Level 4 qualification in a relevant field
• experience in mentoring / one to one assessment and support of young people facing multiple and complex issues
• experience of recording and reporting on participant development
• computer literacy

Full details of the post can be found in the Information Pack. To apply please complete Application Pack, which includes monitoring form and email Springboard on recruitment@springboard-opps.org

We can offer you

• competitive salary at £27,254
• 3% pension contribution
• fixed term contract 2026-2027
• childcare vouchers scheme
• 37 days holiday entitlement per year including statutory days
• half day per week release for approved training
• wellbeing and development days
• an enjoyable workplace.

Springboard is an Equal Opportunities Employer

Contact Details
112-114 Donegall Street
Belfast
BT1 2GX
028 90315111
recruitment@springboard-opps.org

YOUTH DEVELOPMENT WORKER

We are looking for a Youth Development Worker (full time) who will support 16-24 year olds on their personal development and good relations journey. Applying a youth development approach throughout the programme will be key.  

At Springboard people are at the heart of all we do. We measure our worth through the positive experiences of our participants.  Our staff are committed and passionate in supporting change that lasts for the participant and community.  As a Youth Development Worker you will join our team and be part of making a difference to the lives of our participants. 

Key criteria for the successful candidate include: 

Has or currently studying 3rd level qualification in Youthwork or in a related field plus 3 years’ experience working with young people  
OR minimum Level 3 qualification plus 5 years’ experience working with young people. 

• Two years’ experience of facilitating non-formal learning and delivering accredited qualifications.
• Experience of recruitment and engagement of young people onto programmes. 
• Experience of facilitation in all of the following areas: good relations / personal & social education / citizenship development / employability workshops or programmes.
• Experience of individual needs assessment, mentoring, recording and reporting on work. 
• Experience of undertaking funder-related duties and working in a target driven environment.
   

Full details of the post can be found in the Information Pack. To apply please complete the Application Pack, which includes monitoring form, and email Springboard on recruitment@springboard-opps.org 

We can offer you 

• competitive salary at £29540
• 3% pension contribution
• fixed term contract 2026-2027
• childcare vouchers scheme
• 37 days holiday entitlement per year including statutory days
• half day per week release for approved training
• wellbeing and development days
• an enjoyable workplace

Application pack and Monitoring Form to be emailed to recruitment@springboard-opps.org  

Closing date and time for applications is 4.00 pm on Wednesday 27th May 2026  

Springboard is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes all applications regardless of sex, religion, age, disability or political opinion. 

Contact Details
112-114 Donegall Street
Belfast
BT1 2GX
028 90315111
recruitment@springboard-opps.org

Casual Workers

On occasion Springboard requires temporary cover for programme delivery. The Casual Worker role involves working with young people aged 16-24 years old, both on a one to one basis and within a group setting to provide support. Recruiting, networking and carrying out administrative tasks may also be responsibilities. The period of employment can vary from a few days to a maximum of 6 months and candidate names will remain on the Casual Worker register for a 12-month period. The successful candidates will have a relevant recognised Level II or above qualification and experience of working with or supporting young people.