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Youth Work
Helping young people feel safe, supported and able to be themselves
"It’s the best part of my week — I can just be myself and have fun."
12 year old
Kelso Member
Creating Spaces Where Young People Thrive
Every young person deserves a place where they feel safe, welcome and accepted. At Cheviot Youth we provide that space — through drop-ins, small groups and one-to-one youth support. Our approach is gentle, inclusive and built on real relationships, so families know their children are supported, not judged.
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We work alongside schools, health and social care — filling the gaps and offering earlier, easier access to support. Where specialist help is needed, we signpost and collaborate. Everything we do is trauma-informed, neuro-affirming and strengths-based. And importantly, our programmes aren’t just for young people — they are shaped with young people, who help design and influence what we do.
Why This Work Matters
Young people across our region are facing more pressures than ever — from exam stress and family changes to the challenges of growing up online. Not all of this requires specialist or statutory intervention. Often, what makes the difference is having a safe place to go, trusted adults who listen, and the chance to belong.
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That’s where Cheviot Youth comes in. Our hubs, groups and one-to-one support create the kind of everyday safety net that families and schools can lean on. We don’t replace statutory services — we complement them, filling the gaps and offering earlier, easier access to help.
"It gave me friends, confidence, and people who believe in me."
14-year-old
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Belonging: Creating safe spaces where every young person feels accepted.
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Empowering: Helping young people grow in confidence and shape their own path.
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Complementary: Filling gaps alongside schools, families and services, not replacing them.
Young people don’t just attend our programmes — they co-design them.
"It’s the first time I’ve felt like I wasn’t being ‘done to’ – I was listened to, and I helped make it better for others"
Young person involved in Thirve planning
The Difference We Make
82%
said they feel safer and more connected
250+
Young people engaged last year
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68%
came from the most disadvantaged areas (SIMD 1–3)
Behind every number is a story of a young person finding safety, friendship and confidence. We use light-touch outcome tools and youth voice feedback to measure what matters most — and to show families, funders and partners the difference youth work makes.
“Cheviot Youth is trusted in the community. You can see the impact on the young people, but also on their families.” — Community partner
Getting Involved Is Easy
Regular Youth Club Session Times & Locations
Session
Juniors
Jedburgh Youth Work
LGBTQ+ & Allies
Senior Drop-in
Age Group
age 9 - P7
P7 - S4
S1 - S6
S1 - S6
Day(s) & Time
Tues & Thurs, 3:30–5:00 pm
Wed, 3:45–5:15 pm
Wed, 4:30–6:30 pm
Thurs, 5:30–7:00 pm
Location
Kelso
Jed Grammar Inspire Space
Kelso
Kelso
Please note: Session times and availability may occasionally vary due to staff absence or other unforeseen circumstances. For the most up-to-date announcements, please check our Facebook page
Safe, Trusted, Professional
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PVG-checked staff and volunteers with safeguarding training
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Clear behaviour expectations and risk-assessed activities
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Regular supervision and support for youth work staff
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Work aligned to national Youth Work and CLD standards
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Onward signposting if specialist or statutory support is needed
Parents and partners can be confident that safety is at the heart of everything we do. Our staff and volunteers are trained, supported and held to clear professional standards. Young people know what to expect when they walk through the door: respect, boundaries and a space where they belong.