Youth Support Worker eTraining UK

Level 3 Youth Support Worker Apprenticeship

Strengthen Your Workforce. Empower the Next Generation.

Equip your staff with the skills and confidence to support, engage and inspire young people aged 11–25. This government-funded Level 3 apprenticeship is designed to build communication, safeguarding, and mentoring expertise in your team—ensuring they can make a measurable impact in youth services.

Key Information

Level 3 Apprenticeship (equivalent to two A Levels)
Duration: 18 months (plus 3 months for End Point Assessment (EPA)
Start Dates: Rolling monthly intake
Funding: 100% fully funded through the Apprenticeship Levy or Levy Transfer
Delivery: Blended learning (online study + face-to-face observations as needed)
Assessment: Ongoing evaluations, workplace observations, and final EPA

Role overview

A Youth Support Worker plays a key role in engaging with young people to build positive relationships, provide guidance, and facilitate programmes that promote personal growth and well-being. This apprenticeship equips learners with the skills to support young people in various settings, including youth centres, schools, social services and community organisations.

Bespoke training for employers

This apprenticeship can be tailored to suit the unique needs of your organisation. Our flexible delivery model ensures training aligns with your youth engagement strategies, safeguarding policies, and sector-specific requirements. Employers can collaborate with our expert trainers to embed real-world applications into the programme, enhancing outcomes for both young people and staff.

Why offer this Apprenticeship?

Ideal for Schools, charities, youth services, local authorities
Upskill your existing workforce at no cost
Attract new talent with a structured development route
Improve engagement and retention in frontline support roles
Meet statutory safeguarding and youth work standards

This programme is suitable for new recruits or existing employees seeking a recognised youth work qualification.

Learning and development outcomes

Apprentices will gain core knowledge, skills and behaviours across areas such as:

Engaging effectively with young people from diverse backgrounds
Applying safeguarding protocols and spotting signs of abuse or neglect
Building and maintaining professional relationships
Promoting youth voice and leadership
Working in multi-agency and community-based settings
Planning and evaluating development sessions
Managing group dynamics and behaviour

The curriculum is aligned to national occupational standards and developed in collaboration with employers.

Study timetable

Months 1–3

Induction & Foundation Skills

Introduction to youth work principles
Safeguarding and child protection
Communication techniques
Personal development planning

Months 4–6

Youth Work in Practice

Building relationships with young people
Assessing needs and risk factors
Group work and facilitation
Mental health awareness
Establishing professional boundaries

Months 7–9

Interventions & Inclusion

Planning and delivering targeted interventions
Promoting equality and diversity
Behaviour management strategies
Developing employability and life skills

Months 10–12

Community & Partnership Working

Multi-agency collaboration
Supporting young people into education and employment
Using digital tools in youth engagement
Community-based project work

Months 13–15

Advanced Practice & Leadership

Leading youth-led projects and activities
Mentoring peers and younger individuals
Evaluating outcomes and impact
Preparing for End-Point Assessment (EPA)

Months 16–18

EPA & Completion

Finalising portfolio and assessments
Mock EPA activities
Professional discussion and observed practice

Planning next steps for progression or leadership

Delivery and assessment

Blended delivery: A mix of on-the-job learning and remote training sessions
Regular reviews with employers and training providers
End-Point Assessment: Includes observation, a professional discussion and work portfolio review

Training is delivered flexibly to fit around your operational needs.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Perfect for staff in or entering roles such as:

Youth Mentor
Youth Sports Worker
Participation Worker
Deputy Leader
School/college-based support roles
Community youth teams

This programme suits both new hires and current employees looking to formalise their youth work experience.

Business impact

Reduce recruitment costs by developing talent in-house
Lower attrition rates through meaningful progression pathways
Demonstrate social value and commitment to youth development
Build organisational capacity to deliver inclusive youth provision