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Youth worker

Mayenne Communauté · Local government

En français : Animateur jeunesse

This job in plain words

You welcome and support teenagers in the Mayenne area, in youth centres, in schools and through mobile activities. The job reports to the Youth coordinator and also includes trips and running the holiday centre (ALSH) when needed.

Open to non-civil servants

Can you apply?

Civil servants (titulaires) and contract staff can apply. A person who has not passed a civil service exam can be hired, because the grade offered is an entry grade in category C.

Category
Category C (staff)
Diploma
Not stated · Preferred qualifications: BAFA, BPJEPS, BAFD, DEJEPS, specialised educator or equivalent.
Experience
Beginners welcome.
Contract
Open to civil servants (titulaires) and contract staff. For a contract worker, contract of up to 3 years, renewable up to a maximum of 6 years.

The profile they want:

  • Good knowledge of teenagers and the issues of this age group.
  • Good listening skills and the ability to build trust.
  • Knowledge of the rules for childcare and youth activities.
  • Ability to design, run and evaluate an activity project.
  • Driving licence (permis B) essential.
  • Enjoys teamwork and working with partners.

What you would do

  • Welcome and supervise secondary school pupils in youth centres or schools.
  • Run mobile activities across the whole area.
  • Prepare and supervise trips, outings and youth transport.
  • Spot signs of distress or isolation in teenagers and refer them if needed.
  • Keep in touch with families and handle admin such as sign-ups and attendance.
  • Run the holiday centre (ALSH) when needed, especially in summer.

How to apply

Apply on the employer's website linked from the official offer. Send your CV and cover letter to the President of Mayenne Communauté.

Documents to send:

  • CV
  • Cover letter

Good to know:

  • Category C job.
  • Driving licence (permis B) essential.
  • Remote work not possible.
  • Selection committee on 12 November 2026, jury session on 25 November 2026 (morning).

We wrote this summary automatically from the official offer. Only the offer published on Choisir le Service Public counts: read it before you apply. Source: Choisir le Service Public (DGAFP), Etalab 2.0 licence.

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