Youth or community worker - job market

As a youth or community worker, you’ll use your skills to support community projects and help young people to access services and reach their full potential. Learn more about a career in youth and community work, find out what it involves and what you’ll need to study and do to get a role.

See what opportunities are out there below.

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Who are the top employers of youth or community workers?

Most youth and community worker roles can be found in the public or charity sector.

Common employers include:
  • Environmental organisations
  • Homeless charities
  • Health and mental health organisations
  • Housing associations
  • Local authorities
  • NHS trusts
  • Schools and colleges
  • Social services
  • Women’s groups
  • Youth offending teams

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