The Gibraltar Youth Service offers a range of exciting and diverse placements for students studying Youth & Community Work. All placements are structured around the National Occupational Standards and meet the requirements of the relevant course.

Placement opportunities are available across all Youth Service teams. A carousel-style placement is encouraged, giving students the chance to gain experience in a variety of youth work settings, using different types of youth work delivery with diverse groups of young people.

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Every placement is bespoke to the individual student, with support provided through mentoring and supervision for the duration of the placement. This supportive environment encourages critical analysis, reflection, and personal development, helping students grow into effective youth workers.

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Students experience the day-to-day challenges of working in a community setting, including collaborating with staff teams and delivering dynamic programmes that engage young people in positive activities. These activities promote life skills, healthy relationships, and personal expression while supporting young people’s growth within their community. Students are encouraged to use a person-centred approach, helping young people explore individual barriers to engagement or progression.

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Students are expected to commit to set evenings each week, ensuring consistency of support for young people.

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For more information, please get in touch at youthservice@gibraltar.gov.gi