Do you want a job or volunteer experience with a fast growing, exciting not for profit organisation, where you can really make a difference to a lot of lives?

Working at Creative Active Lives is rewarding, exciting, fulfilling and fast paced. We run a lot of different community projects supporting people who have dementia, disabilities, in financial hardship and at risk of social isolation.  

Job Description

Job Title: Session Digital Youth Worker – Online Social Clubs

Organisation: Creative Active Lives CIC / DigiTribe

Location: Remote (UK-based)

Contract: Zero-hours

Pay: £12.50 gross per hour + 12.07% holiday pay

About the Role

We are looking for a sessional Digital Youth Worker to lead our weekly online gaming social clubs for neurodivergent children and young people. These clubs are safe, supportive spaces where young people can connect, play, and build friendships through platforms such as Minecraft, Roblox, and other online games.

The role is session-based and focused on leading and facilitating these weekly clubs. You’ll create an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere, encourage positive interactions, and help young people feel part of a community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate weekly online gaming youth clubs (e.g. Minecraft, Roblox, Lego or similar).
• Create a safe, inclusive, and fun online space for young people to socialise and play.
• Encourage teamwork, communication, and positive peer interactions.
• Support participants to feel confident and included, respecting different needs and abilities.
• Complete basic admin after each session (e.g. logging attendance, short notes/evaluations).
• Report safeguarding concerns in line with our policies.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience working with children or young people in youth work, education, or community settings.
• Confidence in using and moderating online platforms (Minecraft, Roblox, Discord, Zoom, etc.).
• A positive, patient, and inclusive approach to supporting neurodivergent children and young people.
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with groups online.
• Willingness to complete safeguarding training and hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS.
• Personal or professional experience with neurodiversity.

   

Desirable:

• Skills in digital creativity (e.g. coding, game design, music, video) that could enhance sessions.

What We Offer

• The chance to make a real difference for young people who may not feel comfortable in mainstream settings.
• Ongoing training and safeguarding support.

How to Apply
Please send a short CV and cover email explaining your experience in youth work, and why you’d like to work with DigiTribe supporting our online social clubs to: rachel@creativeactivelives.org.uk

Please note this position requires an Enhanced DBS check which we will arrange for the successful applicant. The successful applicant will also be required to undertake Safeguarding training for Online Tutors and minimum Level 1 Safeguarding training.