Administrator

The Role

We are seeking an Administrator to provide effective, efficient and well-organised administrative support across Young Somerset. This role is central to the smooth running of our services and internal systems, ensuring staff teams are supported and information is managed accurately and professionally.

The Administrator will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, handling a broad range of administrative tasks that support service delivery, compliance and day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support

>Provide comprehensive administrative support to teams across Young Somerset

>Manage incoming emails, telephone calls and general enquiries, responding appropriately or signposting as required

>Prepare, format and maintain documents, letters, spreadsheets and reports

>Organise meetings, including scheduling, room bookings, agendas and minute taking

Records, Data and Systems

>Maintain accurate filing systems

>Input, update and monitor data on internal systems and databases

>Support the collection, collation and reporting of service and performance data

>Ensure records are kept in line with data protection and confidentiality requirements

Operational and Compliance Support

>Support HR and organisational processes, such as onboarding paperwork, training records and compliance documentation

>Assist with safeguarding, health and safety and other compliance-related administration

>Support internal audits, inspections and reporting requirements where needed

Team and Organisational Support

>Act as a key point of contact for staff, partners and external stakeholders

>Work collaboratively with colleagues to support the effective running of services

>Identify opportunities to improve administrative processes and systems

Location: Somerset (with some flexibility for hybrid working, subject to service needs)
Salary: £25,000
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 18/02/2026

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected].We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us

Cleaner

Young Somerset is looking for a dedicated and reliable Cleaner to join our Central Team. This role is essential in ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for staff, visitors, and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clean and maintain offices, communal areas, kitchens, toilets, meeting rooms, and workshops

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and sanitise all necessary areas

• Empty bins and manage waste disposal appropriately

• Refill essential consumables (soap, paper towels, toilet roll)

• Follow health and safety protocols when using cleaning equipment and chemicals

• Report maintenance issues or hazards

• Secure the premises when required

Salary: National Minimum Wage

Hours: 5 hours per week (1 hour per day)

Closing Date: TBC

Please read the Cleaner Job Description here.

Please see Young Somerset Competency Framework here.

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected]. We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us

Café Assistant

Do you enjoy working in hospitality and delivering great customer service?

Are you a strong communicator who can adapt your communication to suit a range of needs?

Would you like to be a key part of the Somerset strategy to improve employment opportunities for young people?

At Young Somerset we are looking to recruit café assistants to work in our new Bold and Brave café opening in Bridgwater. You will be responsible for preparing and selling food/drink to customers as well as ensuring the working area is kept clean and tidy. The Café assistant will also be responsible for opening and closing checks, which will include being responsible for cashing up at the end of each day.

Bold and Brave is the Enterprise offer within Young Somerset and provides opportunities for young people to gain some valuable work experience in Hospitality and Retail. Therefore, as well as working as part of the Enterprise team, you will be working alongside other people within Young Somerset.

We would love to hear from people who have experience of working with young people in a variety of settings and who have a passion in providing appropriate support to deliver outcomes for young people that impact their employability, independence, health and social skills.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Siobhan Gallagher, Head of Targeted Youth Services on 07508 932853 or Charlotte Joyner, Work Based Learning Manager on 07483040656

Hours: Hours to suite the café opening times of 7:30am to 3:30pm

Contract: Zero Hours  

Start Date: TBC

Closing Date: Ongoing  

Interview Date/s: TBC

Please read the Cafe Assistant Job Description here.

Please see Young Somerset Competency Framework here.

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected]. We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us

Volunteer Retail Assistant

Do you enjoy working in Retail and delivering great customer service?
Are you a strong communicator who can adapt your communication to suit a range of needs?

Would you like to be a key part of the Somerset strategy to improve employment opportunities for young people?

At Young Somerset we are looking to recruit volunteer retail assistances to work in our new Bold and Brave shops in both Bridgwater and Taunton. You will be responsible for handing till transactions, shop displays, stock control and delivery great customer service.

Bold and Brave is the Enterprise offer within Young Somerset and provides opportunities for young people to gain some valuable work experience in Hospitality and Retail. Therefore, as well as working as part of the Enterprise team, you will be working alongside other people within Young Somerset.

We would love to hear from people who have experience of working with young people in a variety of settings and who have a passion in providing appropriate support to deliver outcomes for young people that impact their employability, independence, health and social skills.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Siobhan Gallagher, Head of Targeted Youth Services on 07508 932853 or Charlotte Joyner, Work Based Learning Manager on 07483040656

Please read the Volunteer Retail Assistant Job Description

Please see Young Somerset Competency Framework here.

Salary: Voluntary
Hours: Hours to suite the café opening times of 9:30-3:30pm
Contract: Voluntary
Start Date: TBC
Closing Date: Ongoing
Interview Date/s: TBC

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected]. We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us

Volunteer Café Assistant

Do you enjoy working in hospitality and delivering great customer service?

Are you a strong communicator who can adapt your communication to suit a range of needs?

Would you like to be a key part of the Somerset strategy to improve employment opportunities for young people?

At Young Somerset we are looking to recruit volunteer café assistants to work in our new Bold and Brave café opening in Wellington. You will be responsible for preparing and selling food/drink to customers as well as ensuring the working area is kept clean and tidy. The Café assistant will also be responsible for opening and closing checks, which will include being responsible for cashing up at the end of each day.

Bold and Brave is the Enterprise offer within Young Somerset and provides opportunities for young people to gain some valuable work experience in Hospitality and Retail. Therefore, as well as working as part of the Enterprise team, you will be working alongside other people within Young Somerset.

We would love to hear from people who have experience of working with young people in a variety of settings and who have a passion in providing appropriate support to deliver outcomes for young people that impact their employability, independence, health and social skills.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Siobhan Gallagher, Head of Targeted Youth Services on 07508 932853 or Charlotte Joyner, Work Based Learning Manager on 07483040656

Please read the Volunteer Cafe Assistant Job Description

Please see Young Somerset Competency Framework here.

Salary: Voluntary
Hours: Hours to suite the café opening times of 9:30-3:30pm
Contract: Voluntary
Start Date: TBC
Closing Date: Ongoing
Interview Date/s: TBC

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected]. We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us