Grand Junction at St Mary Magdalene’s is a venue for community, arts and culture based at St Mary Magdalene Church, run by Paddington Development Trust. Our mission is to create and present an engaging and collaborative programme of music, arts and performance for young people, families, and adults.

Volunteers enable us to do so much more at Grand Junction. We’re now looking for friendly, welcoming and enthusiastic volunteers to assist in delivering our weekly Youth Club for children aged 8-13 at Grand Junction on Wednesdays during term time (times 4:00-6:30pm) in 2026.

The sessions will be run by experienced youth workers and will consist of different fun activities such as computer games, board games, chill out space, art activities and more. We will always feed the young people a light healthy meal.

We are seeking some volunteers to join our team and support the youth workers and the children within the weekly sessions. The project will take place on the top floor of Grand Junction – the Studio and the Nest.

Where?

St Mary Magdalene’s, Rowington Close, Paddington W2 5TF This role can also be carried out remotely.

When?

The club runs on Wednesdays during term time from 4:00pm – 6:30pm. You will be required to arrive 30 mins before and stay for 30 minutes after to help set up and pack away. We ask that you commit to at least 1 term. This is for continuity for the children and young people.

Next dates: Term 1:

Wednesdays (term time), 14 January – 25 March, 4pm – 6.30pm

What will the role involve?

We may pair you with a child with additional learning needs to help them to engage with an activity. We may ask you to be in charge of an activity and show the children how to do it and guide them through i.e. a board game or an art activity. We may ask you to help with registering the children or help to make the food. The role will be fun and varied from week to week. You will get to know the young people and the youth workers. There may be opportunities to go on trips.

Who are we looking for?

This role is suited to people who:

• Enjoy working with children in a learning environment
• Are friendly, enthusiastic and engaging, with good interpersonal skills
• Work well as part of a team, and can competently follow instruction
• Are punctual and proactive
• Have a good level of spoken English
• Want to gain new skills and experience, whilst making a real difference in their local community
• Have an understanding of professional boundaries when working with children and young people
• Are willing to undergo some training in child protection and safeguarding.
• Must have or be willing to carry out a Criminal Records Check (Enhanced DBS)

Our commitment to you

We value the contribution that volunteers make to our work. Volunteers in this role will:

• Receive a detailed volunteer induction specific to the role
• Receive reasonable out-of-pocket travel expenses, in accordance with the PDT Volunteer Policy
• Receive ongoing support from the Young People’s & Schools Manager and Senior Youth Worker.
• Be supported to use their volunteering to access employment-focused opportunities, such as advice and signposting, where relevant
• Be invited to volunteer social gatherings, community events, and talks
• To be able to shadow an experienced Senior Youth Worker

What you’ll gain

This role is a great opportunity to:

• Contribute to the development and delivery of cultural activities for the local community and feel fulfilment in ‘giving back’
• Gain experience of working with children in a Youth Club setting
• Develop new skills and increase confidence

Additional information

• Volunteers must be prepared to undertake pre-offer checks, including references.
• Volunteers may be asked to wear branded t-shirts whilst volunteering at Grand Junction

Interested?

Great! We look forward to receiving your application.

To apply, complete our short application form telling us why you’re interested in joining our diverse volunteering team. You will hear back from us within 5 working days.

For more information, or for an informal chat about the role, please contact the Heritage & Volunteer Manager, on volunteer@grandjunction.org.uk or call 020 7266 8261.

Grand Junction is committed to equal opportunities and diversity. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities.