Performing Arts Youth Worker
About the role
Our Volunteer Performing Arts Youth Workers help us to deliver sessions that bring young people together to celebrate creativity and performance. They support young people’s creative skills and encourage them to explore new ideas through performance to build their confidence, social skills and overall wellbeing. You must be at least 18 and willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Please note that volunteers will need to be at least 18 years of age and be prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What you can expect to be doing
- Helping to deliver sessions experimenting with different types of performance art such as; dance, drama and
- Helping to organise and prepare for performances
- Encouraging young people to participate and enjoy their sessions
- Building positive relationships with young people across the youth zone
- Working collaboratively with the Arts Coordinator and other members of staff to support the delivery of
- Supporting young people with additional needs
- Acting as a positive role model for young people
- Promoting an inclusive culture where all young people are listened to, valued, and cared for
What are the benefits
You will gain new skills and develop existing ones whilst making a significant contribution to the lives of the young people. You will become part of our team and our young people will have a great time. You will enhance your CV whilst also being there as a positive role model to many of our young people. The benefits really are endless!
What would make you a good fit
- Enjoys meeting and engaging with people from a wide range of backgrounds
- Is adaptable and happy to try new things
- Some experience in the performing arts would be great but if you don’t have any, an active interest and
- Shares the same values of Manchester Youth Zone
- Is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people
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Please note that volunteers will need to be at least 18 years of age and be prepared to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
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