Action4Youth

Who we are

Action4Youth is a respected and dynamic charity based in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes but reaching young people across the wider south east region. The organisation is currently in a period of ambitious growth as it increases its influence and reach. The role of Finance and Operations Director will add energy, purpose and substance to the senior team as it pushes forward at an exciting time. This is an opportunity for someone with a can do attitude and a strong desire to make things happen. You will join a supportive, driven, committed team whose desire to achieve is matched by an intention to enjoy work on a day to day basis. You will be based in an open plan office in Aylesbury and should expect to enjoy being part of a collaborative, loud and energetic organisation.

Our culture and values

Our Mission and Values

To support all young people’s growth towards fulfilling and responsible adult lives, A4Y develops physical, mental, spiritual, moral and cultural abilities which act as:

 A Springboard towards realising dreams

A Safety Net for those at risk

A Voice of influence- from the young and for the young

In order to benefit as many young people as possible while maintaining A4Y’s financial stability, we partner with those (government, schools, youth clubs, businesses, trusts and foundations and others) who share our mission.

Values

Be exceptional – Use imagination, determination and resilience to achieve exceptional outcomes everyday

 Care – Always seek to understand and look after each other

Trail blaze – Be adventurous in exploring how we could serve more and better

Make responsible choices – Use resources wisely so that we can sustain our investment in young people

Do what is right – Hold ourselves and others to the highest standard of behaviour

What we do

Action4Youth is a leading delivery partner for the National Citizen Service (NCS) and consistently over delivers in terms of both quality and quantity.

Our outdoor centre, The Caldecotte Xperience in Milton Keynes, creates opportunities for young people to have amazing, challenging, fun and sometimes transformational experiences. They learn what they can do rather than what they can’t, building their confidence and self-belief.

Action4Youth offers the Open Awards Group for the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme and is an Approved Activity Provider delivering expeditions for schools.

Action4Youth delivers its own programmes, notably The Inspiration Programme, The Mentoring Programme and The Breakout Programme through schools.

The Junction in High Wycombe is Action4Youth’s youth centre, open 7 days each week from 4.00pm – 9.00pm and free to its users who are aged 12 -18.

Action4Youth is the operating authority for Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes for Open Awards Groups for the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Action4Youth aims to be an inclusive organisation where the individuality of every person is treated with respect. We are committed to eliminating discrimination in any form. This means that all staff, volunteers, trustees and customers will be treated with dignity, equality, fairness and respect and none will receive less favourable treatment.

Action4Youth understands its legal obligations and this policy is underpinned by the Equality Act 2010 and all relevant legislations.