Drama Youth Worker – Y-Act Project
Rate: £13.16 per hour
Hours: 12 hours per week
Contract: Part-time
Location: YMCA Bellshill & Mossend
Reports to: Y-Act Project Coordinator
Application Deadline: Monday 3rd November at 5pm
Interviews: Week commencing Monday 10th November
About the Y-Act Project
Y-Act is an exciting, creative youth theatre initiative that uses drama as a tool for personal growth, confidence and wellbeing. Each year, the project engages 30 young people aged 7–17 in a structured programme that builds self-belief, teamwork, and communication through performance and storytelling.
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While each cohort takes part in Y-Act for a year, this post is funded for three years, offering the successful applicant the opportunity to make a lasting impact across multiple groups of young people.
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Across four terms, participants will:
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Term 1: Build drama skills including storytelling, improvisation, script writing, performance, and creative movement.
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Term 2: Work towards an accredited Trinity College London Grade 1 qualification in Speech and Drama.
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Term 3: Create and develop their own issue-based drama scripts, exploring real-world themes and building empathy and resilience.
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Term 4: Rehearse and perform their final production — sharing their work at community events and even performing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
Your Role
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As Drama Youth Worker, you’ll play a key part in delivering and shaping the Y-Act Project, working closely with the Y-Act Project Coordinator to inspire and support our young people through the power of drama.
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You will:
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Co-facilitate weekly drama youth work sessions, ensuring sessions are inclusive, engaging and developmentally focused.
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Conduct monthly 1:1 sessions with young people aged 7–17 to support confidence, communication and emotional wellbeing.
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Use drama-based methods such as improvisation, character development and storytelling to explore ideas and build self-expression.
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Support the delivery of Trinity College London Speech and Drama qualifications.
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Assist with rehearsals and performances, including those held in local venues and at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
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Maintain accurate records of attendance, progress and outcomes.
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Promote an inclusive, supportive and creative environment where every young person feels valued and heard.
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Working Schedule
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12 hours per week (proposed breakdown):
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Tuesday: 4pm – 7pm (3 hrs)
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Wednesday: 2pm – 8pm (6 hrs)
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Thursday: 4pm – 7pm (3 hrs)
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Tuesday and Thursday hours can be flexible to fit your lifestyle and the needs of the young people.
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These hours include both direct delivery and planning time.
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Wednesday sessions are office-based and involve facilitating the weekly drama sessions in person at YMCA Bellshill & Mossend.
We understand that part-time roles need to fit around your other commitments. Please let us know in your application if you have any time conflicts — we’ll do our best to accommodate your schedule within the needs of the project.
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
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Has experience working with children or young people, ideally in a drama, education or youth work setting.
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Is confident in using creative, person-centred approaches to engage and inspire young people.
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Has strong organisational and communication skills.
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Can work both independently and collaboratively as part of a small, supportive team.
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Is passionate about using drama to promote confidence, creativity and emotional wellbeing.
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Holds, or is willing to obtain, PVG Scheme membership through Disclosure Scotland.
A background in drama, performing arts, youth work or education would be an advantage, but enthusiasm, empathy and reliability are equally important.
What We Offer
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£13.16 per hour (holiday pay accrued).
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Stable, 3-year funded position with opportunities for professional growth.
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A supportive, creative and inclusive working environment.
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Opportunities to gain additional training and experience in youth arts and education.
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Flexibility around working hours and personal commitments where possible.
How to Apply
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Send your CV and a short covering email outlining your availability, relevant experience and any existing commitments to:
📧 matt@ymcabellshill.org
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis — early applications are encouraged.
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Click here for full job spec: Y-ACT DRAMA YOUTH WORKER
Join us in empowering young people through creativity, confidence and performance. Help make Y-Act a stage for growth, expression and opportunity — not just for one year, but for many to come.
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Sessional Party Facilitators
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YMCA Bellshill & Mossend are expanding our community party packages and are looking for enthusiastic sessional staff to join our team as Party Facilitators.
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Rate of pay: £15.50 per hour
Minimum shift: 3.5 hours
When: Saturdays and Sundays (two time slots – morning and afternoon)
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What the role involves:
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Setting up and tidying away party spaces
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Preparing simple food (hot dogs, snacks, etc.)
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Facilitating a variety of activities such as:
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Party games
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Football
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Karaoke
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Gaming
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Silent disco
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Sensory play (for preschoolers)
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Training:
We’ll provide short training where needed, so you feel confident and supported in your role.
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Requirements:
This role involves working with children and young people. A PVG membership will be required – we can support you with the application process if you are not already a member.
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👉 Interested? Email us at admin@ymcabellshill.org
Volunteer with YMCA Bellshill & Mossend
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At YMCA Bellshill & Mossend, volunteers are at the heart of everything we do. Every week, we support children, young people, families, and our community through services such as childcare, youth work, our food bank, women’s groups, and more.
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We are always looking for people who would like to give some of their time, skills, or experience to help us make a difference.
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Volunteering opportunities include:
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Food Bank – helping prepare, organise, and distribute food to local families.
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Youth Work – supporting our drop-ins, projects, and activities for young people.
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Childcare – assisting our staff with play and learning for children in our care.
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Community Projects – from wellbeing groups to events, there are many ways to get involved.
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Whether you can give a couple of hours a week or a few days a month, your support will help us continue to create a welcoming and supportive space for our community.
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You don’t need previous experience – just enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved. Training and support are provided, and volunteering can be a great way to learn new skills, meet new people, and give something back.
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👉 Interested? Get in touch with us today at admin@ymcabellshill.org or call 01698 747483 to find out more.
JOIN OUR SESSIONAL YOUTH WORK TEAM (1:1 SUPPORT – BANK)
Rate: £13.16 per hour
Locations: Bellshill, Motherwell, Cumbernauld, Coatbridge
About Y-Empower
Y-Empower provides tailored 1:1 support for young people aged 5–17. Each young person is matched with a trained youth worker for 2hr weekly sessions, designed to build confidence, improve attendance, and support emotional and mental wellbeing.
Sessions:
• 2 hours of direct delivery
• Additional 30 minutes for admin and travel (2.5hrs per 1:1)
• Take place in the community or in local schools
• Include a small weekly activity budget (e.g. lunch, entry fees, etc.)
• Run between 9am and 4pm, Monday to Friday, depending on your availability
What’s Available:
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• Flexible weekly hours: Placements vary in length, with some lasting 12, 15 or 17 weeks
• Many 1:1 opportunities available across Bellshill, Motherwell, Cumbernauld and Coatbridge
• Bank staff are matched based on availability and location
• Placements are school-based and follow school timetables
• Others are community-based with flexible delivery within daytime hours
What You’ll Do
• Build trusted relationships with young people
• Support them to work on personal goals; confidence, attendance, resilience, mental health and wellbeing
• Deliver consistent sessions that are person-centred, trauma-informed and inclusive
• Complete session notes on our internal system after each session
Already Volunteering Your Time?
If you already support young people as a volunteer, why not get paid for the same kind of work? We value real-life experience, come and join a team where your skills make a real difference and you’re paid for your time.
We’re Looking For:
• Experience working with children or young people
• Driving License
• Confidence and reliability to work independently
• Flexibility to work in Bellshill, Motherwell, Cumbernauld or Coatbridge
• A commitment to supporting young people through trusted, meaningful relationships
To express interest or find out more, send your CV to: kacie@ymcabellshill.org