Barnsley Youth Zone is dedicated to young people and makes a bold statement about the importance of giving young people high quality places to go in their leisure time. Open 7 days a week including school holidays, the Youth Zone’s purpose is to help young people grow to be happy, healthy and successful adults. The state of the art £10 million building provides young people with facilities that are second to none delivering over twenty sporting, artistic, cultural and general recreational activities each session. Offering young people the opportunity to try new things, meet new friends and gain support from friendly, warm and positive staff and volunteers.

Do you have a passion for health, beauty, and wellbeing? We’re looking for Sessional Youth Workers – Health & Wellbeing to deliver fun, creative, and inclusive sessions in our dedicated Health & Wellbeing room. From hair and nails to self-care workshops and wider wellbeing projects, you’ll support young people aged 8–19 (or up to 25 with SEND) to build confidence, develop practical skills, and explore positive lifestyle choices. You’ll create a safe, welcoming environment that encourages participation, champions inclusion, and gives young people a voice in shaping the programme.

You’ll need practical skills in hair, nails, or beauty, along with experience delivering health, beauty, or wellbeing activities with young people. Just as importantly, you’ll bring a positive, engaging approach that motivates and inspires confidence. Knowledge of safeguarding and inclusion is also essential, with training provided..

Available shifts are:

Monday - 15:45 to 20:15 (Must be over 18)

Tuesday - 15:45 to 21:15 (Must be over 21)

Friday - 15:45 to 21:15 (Must be over 21)

Saturday - 09:15 to 14:15 (Must be over 18)

- 14:45 to 20:15 (Must be over 21)