We welcome up to 1000 visits from young people every week! Our youth work programme offers space, voice and time for young people to discover their passion and their purpose, 6 nights a week and all-day Saturday, alongside our busy holiday clubs which run each school holiday.

We recognise that a diversity of people, interests, skills and experience brings considerable strength to our team and youth offer. We work as a collective team of Youth Workers here at CYZ (we all contribute to the whole) whilst also harnessing individuals skills and interests. For this recruitment round, alongside welcoming all interest and applications, we are especially keen to hear from people who:

• Are interested in Summer Work – we can offer full time hours for 5 weeks in the Summer period (from 21 July to 22 August). 
• Are Gym Instructor (level 2 qualified) – to work in our busy gym – ensuring its accessible and safe for all members (ranging from 7-24 years of age). 
• Are interested in bank/ occasional work to provide cover when required. 

PLEASE NOTE YOU NEED TO BE 18+ FOR THESE OPPORTUNITES.

The Youth Worker job specification can be accessed here.

Ready to apply?

We invite people to submit a written CV and a covering letter (no more than 2 pages), setting out clearly how you align to the requirements set out in the role specification.

We recognise that this process might not suit everyone so if you would like to submit an application in an alternative format, please let us know. If you need more or different information to support your application, please do reach out, we would be very happy to hear from you.

Deadline for applications is Wednesday 11 June 2025. Applications should be emailed to personnel@carlisleyouthzone.org