Mahdlo Youth Zone

Mahdlo Youth Zone is a state of the art multi million Pound location providing young people aged 8 to 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, engaging and exciting opportunities to try something new, seven days a week. We've got incredible facilities including a 3G Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) pitch climbing wall, boxing gym, three court sports hall, sensory room, fully equipped gym including weightlifting equipment, recreation area and dance, arts, music and media suites and much more. The role We are looking to recruit a number of Activity Workers to join our successful team. You will deliver a range of exciting activity programmes to children and young people that will challenge, stimulate and provide new opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a positive and enthusiastic approach, enjoy working directly with young people, and have experience of face to face delivery. You will be confident in building positive relationships, supporting young leaders and volunteers, and working as part of a dynamic team to make sure every young person feels valued and included. You will also help ensure activities are safe, engaging, and inclusive, and will encourage young people to have their ideas heard and involved in planning and delivery. It is essential you have a passion for working positively with young people and delivering an excellent service. Working at Mahdlo means you have free access to our onsite gym, 14.54% of your hours worked paid holiday allowance, learning & development opportunities, branded workwear and more! The strength of Mahdlo Youth Zone and the OnSide network of Youth Zones is the diversity of its people; we place huge value on equal opportunities and encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, communities and abilities. This role offers: Free onsite gym access Life insurance £50 Birthday gift Employee Assistance Programme Medicash Health Care Scheme for eligible employees In accordance with Mahdlo's Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an enhanced DBS check and will require you to complete Safeguarding training within three months of appointment and refresher training thereafter. You must be committed to working within the spirit of Mahdlo's core values - Passion, Respect, Inclusion, Dependability and Excellence - which describe the way we work. Downloads Role Profile: Activity Worker Application Form To apply for this opportunity, applicants are invited to submit either a completed Mahdlo application form or a CV. Please ensure you refer to the full job description and person specification, as relevant experience is essential. Completed application forms or CVs should be submitted to . Closing date: 5pm on Wednesday 21st January 2026 Interviews will be held on Sunday 25th January 2026 as part of our Recruitment Day.