Pastoral And Safeguarding Lead Jobs

We’re an award-winning charity running local learning centres in the heart of the communities where the young people we support live. Our centres provide a high-impact education programme which includes practical learning support, pastoral care, and motivational and confidence-building activities for young people aged 7-18. Our aim is to enable students from the least advantaged neighbourhoods to realise their ambitions and achieve their wonderful potential.

As the UK’s leading university access organisation, our staff team is helping over 50,000 young people each year at its 44 learning centres and extension projects across England and Scotland, and we plan to scale-up our provision to 50 centres over the coming years.

We are looking for graduates who will enjoy working each day with young people and who will thrive in a frontline, community-based, fast-paced and rewarding role. You will be taking up a permanent role as an Education Worker on IntoUniversity’s Graduate Scheme, helping to change the lives of young people. 

We believe that our Graduate Scheme is one of the most exciting in the charity sector, an excellent career opportunity with exceptional training and hands-on experience, opportunities for promotion, and the chance to work with young people and colleagues who will challenge and inspire you.

Locations: We have positions available in Peterborough
Contract: Full-time, permanent
Applications close: 9am Monday 3rd March 2025
Start date: Monday 14th April 2025 (or as otherwise agreed).

Salary

£27,400 per annum 

What could my day look like?

The Education Worker role is a frontline, fast-paced and rewarding role where no two weeks will look the same. A typical day will have different activities, possibly spread between the IntoUniversity centre, partner schools and the offices of a corporate partner.

In the morning, you might be setting off with resources to run a workshop for sixth-form students in their secondary school. In the afternoon you may be setting up the classroom ahead of running Primary Academic Support for young people in your IntoUniversity centre. On other days, you may be travelling to a corporate partner to run a business simulation workshop for 15 year-olds or leading a group of final year primary school students on a campus visit for their graduation.

As an Education Worker, you’ll always be delivering the programme as part of your centre team, which means that any delivery is always a team effort. 

Application deadline: 9am Monday 3rd March 2025. Please note that we will be assessing applications on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to recruit earlier, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Instructor to join our amazing Scout adventure team. 

Location: Scout Adventures Youlbury,Boars Hill, Oxford OX1 5HD

Salary: £25,685 per annum, Band C, Level 3 - with option of onsite accomodation 

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Term: Permanent

We’re Scouts and everyone’s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. We help them speak up, play their part and shine bright.

The Lead Instructor Role:

We’re looking for someone to join our team who is just as passionate as we are about getting young people outdoors to have an adventure as we are. You will have great leadership potential, be organised and able to organise others, and have plenty of instructing experience with a range of groups and activities. You’ll want to learn and be prepared to put in the work to and effort needed to develop as a practitioner and a manager.

Key responsibilities as our Lead Instructor:

• Coaching, mentoring and pastoral supervision of the instructing team
• Maintaining accurate records of staff training, assessment and competency, equipment and activity facilities, operating procedures and risk assessments
• Assisting with the creation of group programmes and staff timetables
• Ensuring relevant checks, processes and paperwork are maintained to meet external and internal accreditation standards - including management of equipment and PPE
• Delivering adventurous activity, and training to internal and external clients
• Monitoring the safety and quality of activity sessions
• Working as a Duty Manager being the first point of contact for the daily operation of the centre on a rota basis; including managing the site team and any service crews, providing an ‘on call’ service during out of hours times for guests on centre, and support with first aid and safeguarding
• Assisting other staff, including taking bookings, checking in/out groups and liaising with guests
• As a youth focused organisation, applicants agree to comply at all times with the safeguarding rules including vetting and Basic/Enhanced DBS checks

What we are looking for in our Lead Instructor:

• Competent IT skills especially in office applications
• The ability to supervise staff including appropriate delegation, encouraging personal development and managing performance
• Experience working with High Ropes and Target Sports sessions and equipment
• Experience working in an outdoor education or activity centre – working with a wide range of groups and activities
• Experience in leading, mentoring and supporting others
• Understanding of The Scout and how we work

What we can offer you as our Lead Instructor:

• Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department
• Be proud to say you’re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold)
• Plenty of opportunity for learning and development
• 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years
• Four extra days to look after your family when they need you
• Three extra days over Christmas
• Up to four personal days paid leave a year
• Hybrid /Flexible working hours

The closing date for applications is Friday 14th March 2025

Interview are expected to be held at Youlbury on Wednesday 26th March 2025

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join our fantastic team! Click ‘Apply’ now!

The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.

Strictly no agencies.

Our Programme Managers are the main point of contact for young people on our social mobility programmes. The main focus of the role is the recruitment, development and support of young people into meaningful careers.

Programme Managers create recruitment networks in their areas and lead bootcamps to improve their employability (e.g. interview techniques) and to enhance their personal and leadership abilities (e.g. critical thinking). Once young people are hired, Programme Managers use their established relationship to provide pastoral care and in-work support.

LTSB’s vision is: a world where all young people can choose their careers, with an emphasis on improving the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds. The successful candidate will have a proven commitment to improving the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, and they have an excellent understanding of social mobility, diversity and inclusion issues, and how these factors impact young people.

LTSB does not have its own offices, so you will work remotely, but this role has significant in-person delivery expectations at partner organisations and corporate supporters, as well as occasion travel to our city hubs Birmingham, Liverpool, London, and Manchester. This role requires an Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure as part of the recruitment process.

Join Our Youth Catalyst Team! 

We have an exciting role for someone passionate about youth ministry and eager to pioneer missional activities for young people in school. If so, we’d love you to join our Youth Catalyst Team as a Hub Leader. The role is central to our Youth Catalyst Strategy, focusing on introducing young people to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and encouraging their discipleship growth. 

The key responsibilities of the role include: 

• Mission and Discipleship: Establish new mission and discipleship activities in and around the secondary School Hub. Organize termly worship gatherings and build links with local churches and youth ministries. 

• Relationship Building: Work closely with school staff, local churches, and community links to develop and nurture missional activities. 

• Administration: Create and monitor an annual work plan, manage a budget, and ensure all activities comply with safeguarding guidelines. 

• Leadership: Provide supervision, coaching, and training to Trainee youth leaders. Act as a catalyst for mission within the school setting and support current chaplaincy provisions. 

• Community Engagement: Develop small group discipleship structures and organize critical mass worship events and annual mission weeks in the school. 

Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details of the responsibilities of the Hub Leader 

Ideal Candidate Profile:  

• Education: Degree in youth ministry, youth work or Theology 

• Experience: Proven experience in missional youth activity and working in secondary school settings, and ability to lead worship gatherings. 

• Skills: Strong understanding of youth culture, effective youth ministry practices, and safeguarding. Excellent communication and IT skills. 

• Personal Attributes: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, handle confidential information with discretion, and build strong relationships with young people and colleagues. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and working patterns.

Additional Information: 

• Attend and lead events, often in the evenings and weekends. 

• Collaborate with the wider Youth Catalyst Team to develop digital discipleship and evangelism resources. 

• Provide consultancy support to parish churches for youth ministry as required. 

• Be a proactive member of the school and wider Church House team, contributing to the life and work of the diocese. 

• Hold a full UK driving licence and have their own vehicle as this position will may require travel around the diocese. 

Role Benefits: 

• Competitive salary within the charity sector 

• 10% non-contributory pension 

• Life assurance at 3x annual salary 

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays 

• Employee assistance programme 

• Opportunities for learning and development. 

Application process:  

If you are enthusiastic about pioneering youth ministry and meet the person specification, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV along with a detailed supporting statement (cover letter), that addresses the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the job description. The supporting statement is crucial for the application process; failure to include it will result in the application not being considered.

Further Information: 

• This role carries an occupational requirement to be a practising Christian in line with the Equality Act 2010. 

• Church of England clergy are welcome to apply particularly those with experience in youth ministry 

• The Diocese of Guildford take our responsibility for the safeguarding of children and adults seriously. Our recruitment processes reflect this commitment. 

• We believe that diversity is a strength. We actively welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities, particularly those who identify as female, younger, of a UK Minority Ethnic/Global Majority Heritage, or disabled, as its essential that we reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. 

• If shortlisted, please note that it may not be possible to offer an alternative interview date if you are unable to attend the scheduled one. 

• We will shortlist and interview on a rolling basis as applications are received and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.  

We are keen to hear from experienced leaders looking to progress their career in Residential Care Leadership working with autistic boys and their families.

Swalcliffe Park School is a non-maintained specialist day and residential school for high functioning autistic boys aged 10-19. The school is a not for profit Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO).

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, creative and forward-thinking school leader to be a member of the School’s Senior Leadership Team. As well as overseeing all aspects of the Residential Care and Health Care provision, you will be the Designated Lead for the Safeguarding Team and support the implementation school’s Independence curriculum across the school.

This is a senior role which includes some onsite overnight manager responsibilities as part of the wider leadership team as well as a range of whole school responsibilities. You will play a leading role in whole school curriculum, operational and strategic and development including organisational self-evaluation in line with our ‘Quality of Life’ framework and approach.

Goals:

• To maintain and develop the school’s ‘Outstanding’ Residential Care offer and practice in line with our Quality of Life framework and approach;
• To Lead the School’s Safeguarding Team and practice
• To support the implementation and development of the school’s Independence curriculum in line with our Quality of Life approach; and
• To support and promote the school’s multi-disciplinary ethos, culture and reflective practice.

Prospective candidates are warmly invited to visit the school ahead of applying; If you wish to make an appointment to look around the School to see if Swalcliffe Park School is your next step in Residential Care leadership, or if you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Principal, Rob Piner, to arrange a convenient time.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 24th February 2025.

OASIS PROJECT LEAD: CENTRE FOR WARMTH PROJECT

OASIS HUB HENDERSON AVENUE

PART TIME, 30 HOURS PER WEEK

FIXED TERM CONTRACT (12 months)

SALARY: £19,554 per annum, 0.75FTE (£26,072 for 1 FTE)

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a project worker to lead our Centre for Warmth initiative, a vital community-driven project aimed at improving access to essential services and supporting local residents in building stronger, more connected communities. This role will focus on engaging a wide range of community members, including working with schools to provide key information about CO alarms, supporting individuals in signing up for the Priority Services Register, and developing an engaging and inclusive program at our Oasis Community Space that brings people together.

We are looking for a passionate and proactive individual who thrives on making a tangible difference. You will be responsible for identifying local needs, coordinating services, and creating opportunities for residents to access important information and resources. Strong communication skills and a creative approach are key, as you’ll be working across various community settings to promote well-being, safety, and community cohesion.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop and coordinate initiatives that address a range of issues important to the local community, from safety awareness to energy support services. You will work closely with schools, local organizations, and partners to ensure that residents are informed, empowered, and supported in making positive changes in their lives. The role will involve designing and delivering community-focused programs at the Oasis Community Space, creating an environment where everyone feels welcome and encouraged to participate. If you're passionate about building community resilience and making a real impact, this role offers a chance to do just that while being part of a dedicated and collaborative team.

The successful post holder must have:

· Good standard of basic education, (A-Level equivalent)

· Experience facilitating groups and organizing engaging group activities.

· Experience managing and working with volunteers.

· Good project management skills, able to balance a range of priorities.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing national organisation, making a real difference to communities on a local level. As part of the package, Oasis offers:

· A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution.

· A generous holiday allowance.

· Working as part of a friendly, community-minded team of professionals.

If you are interested in being part of this service, then please:

Email your CV including a Supporting Statement . Your Supporting Statement should be no more than two A4 pages and must address the following questions:

· Please expand on your CV to tell us about the relevant experience you have in facilitating community groups and organising group activities.

· What would an empowering model look like when it comes to developing the ‘Centre for Warmth’ as part of Oasis?

Completed applications should be returned by 9am Friday 28th February 2025

Interviews will take place at the Oasis Community Space, DN158LG on Wednesday 5th and 6th of March 2025

The successful candidate will need to be provide proof of the right to work in the UK.  We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. 

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1026487

Operations Director - Children's Residential Services

Location: Malt Cross
Salary: £75,000
Hours: 40
Department: Children's Residential Care
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced operational leader with a passion for delivering high-quality care for children in care?

YMCA Robin Hood Group are seeking an Operations Director to oversee our residential service for children in care, bring operational excellence to this role as you lead and manage our Operations Managers and Registered Managers of our current home portfolio.

We have an ambitious plan to expand this service so we can support more children and young people recover from the trauma they have experienced in their lives so far and seek someone with passion, vision but most importantly care to help bring this to reality.

As a not-for-profit operator, we put the needs of children and young people ahead of everything else.   Our priority is to enable these young people to ‘discover who they are and what they can become’. 

The Role

Reporting to our Executive Director, you will form part of the Senior Leadership Team where you will focus on providing an outstanding environment for children to thrive in whilst ensuring that we are compliant with OFSTED and other regulatory bodies.

Core Duties

• Ensure all aspects of service delivery in the residential homes comply with contractual, legislative and other necessary requirements. 
• Create and implement robust policies and procedures for placements across all homes for looked after children, including oversight of quality assurance and ensuring all staff work in a way which prevents abuse and safeguards everyone.  
• Support and expand our children’s therapeutic care service; leading on contract negotiations for future placements, registration of new homes and supporting the Executive Director in introducing a continuum of care provision
• You will investigate any safeguarding concerns for the service area and to make informed, fair, and transparent decisions based on information obtained including the production of investigation reports with recommendations and outcomes.
• Maximise resources and overall occupation to ensure your budget is responsibly managed.
• Provide strong cause-centric leadership and management to Operations Managers, to provide the highest professional standards of care and support to children and young people in our services, ensuring that they thrive who in turn will manage Registered Managers across all regions.   
• Work with Operational Managers within the service to develop strategies that support ongoing learning, staff engagement and alignment to the organisations culture

By virtue of being part of a wider organisation with a wide range of other services, we would look for you to be a positive and active member of the organisation’s Senior Leadership Team, supporting and participating in YMCA initiatives, internal projects and community projects across the Group.

Your Background

With extensive experience in a children’s residential care setting in an Operational management role, you will bring to the role:

• Operational knowledge and expertise of working in and managing Children’s Residential / Children Leaving Care / Children Looked After sectors including experience of opening new residential homes 
• Experience of the support of successfully implementing new services; involvement in sourcing funding streams; and some experience of writing funding bids and applications.
• Demonstrable experience of working with OFSTED and other regulatory bodies, quality assurance frameworks and assessment standards.
• Experience of managing a dispersed staff team including recruitment, training, sickness absence and managing performance – staff team size of 50+ staff members.
• Compassion, empathy and understanding for the work your teams do every day
• Passion for working within a home-setting, knowing the difference you are making to a young person’s life.
• Inspiration and motivation to ignite the passion for the work we do among your team. 
• Your desire to disrupt and challenge the norm both within our organisation and across the wider Industry.
• Exceptional communication skills at all levels from child to Board member.

Our North Star will speak to the very core of who you are; the relentless dedication that all children and young people have the developmental relationships that support them to connect with one another and their communities.

You would ideally hold:

• Higher/further level qualification in a relevant field (business, psychological, social care) and/or a portfolio to evidence an equivalence of knowledge. 
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent 
• Minimum level 3 Safeguarding Diploma.

Your role will encompass our current homes which cover Nottingham, Newark, Goole and Selby with our key YMCA office locations being situated in Nottingham and Newark.

We would envisage that you would spend time within our home settings as well as our office locations.   Your willingness to travel and be flexible to the needs of your service are imperative. Our Work from Home policy supports one day a week working from home.

The recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce and contains robust vetting procedures.  Successful applicants must complete a company application form and will be appointed subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check.

To be successful in your application, you will be subject to a rigorous safer recruitment process and must adhere to a strict code of conduct regarding your behaviour at all times.

Benefits: We offer the following benefits from day 1 of your employment with us:​Equivalent of 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing 1 day each year for your first 5 years!​Workplace pension with Royal London (3% employer contribution, 5% employee contribution)​4 x Life Insurance/Death in Service whilst in the pension scheme​Reduced school holiday childcare places at YMCA Camp Williams Nottingham & Newark​10% off in our hospitality venues including the Malt Cross and the Café at our Activity Village in Newark.​Pastoral support​Cycle to Work Scheme​Excellent opportunities for development and progression​Support for further study up to post-graduate level 7 courses to support your development​£500 refer a friend scheme applicable across the Group​Regular ongoing inhouse training​Eligible to join the Blue Light Discount scheme​Staff events and annual celebrations​On passing your probation, you can select from one of the following additional benefits:​​Private medical and dental cashback scheme with Westfield Health and access to Westfield Rewards for high street discounts​£120 cash annual contribution towards either:​Travel costs or;​Childcare costs or;​Private gym membership​

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Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Oakwood Youth Challenge, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 3DA

About Oakwood

Oakwood is a Christian charity comprising Oakwood Outdoor, a residential activity centre, and Oakwood Climbing Centre. Our aim is to provide an environment where individuals of all abilities can progress physically, socially and spiritually.

The opportunity

The growth and development of Oakwood has resulted in this exciting opening for the first full-time Chief Executive Officer to lead the charity into the next chapter of its story. 

The new CEO will take on the leadership of a charity that is performing well and which has significant potential to extend its reach and more fully deliver against its charitable objectives.

He/she will lead the work of Oakwood, providing strategic direction and overall leadership to ensure the charity achieves its mission and objectives. The CEO will be responsible for contributing to the development of the organisation’s strategy, implementing this strategy, managing operations, and fostering relationships with stakeholders.

This role is subject to an Occupational Requirement (OR) that the successful applicant is a committed Christian.

Oakwood Youth Challenge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants are subject to thorough screening, which include references (one referee should be a church leader or someone in pastoral leadership at the church you currently attend) and successful candidates are subject to relevant criminal record checks with the UK’s Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Closing date for applications: Thursday 27 February (12 noon)

Interviews: w/c 10 March 2025

Role Overview

An extraordinary opportunity has come up to lead The Resilience Project’s next phase of growth. From start-up to scale-up, TRP is now looking for a dynamic leader to develop our offerings and oversee our international operations. The CEO will provide strategic leadership and direction to The Resilience Project, ensuring the organisation achieves its mission and strategic goals. This role is a unique blend of internally and externally focused responsibilities. For the latter, working alongside our Founder, you will act as the face of the organisation, building partnerships, securing funding, and ensuring that our programs continue to deliver exceptional impact. For the former, working alongside our COO, you will oversee the financial health of the organisation, iterate scaling infrastructure strategy and foster a culture of inclusion, innovation, joy and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Focus on scaling and strengthening The Resilience Project, particularly developing alternative revenue generating pathways, key partnerships and long-term sustainable funding mechanisms. From this, develop and implement a long-term strategy that aligns with the organisation’s mission, vision, and values. Lead the organisation in responding to emerging challenges and opportunities in climate justice, youth mental health, and resilience-building. Embody and model our values of courage, care, co-design, community, joy and inclusivity.

• Organisational Development: Build and nurture a high-performing team of international staff and volunteers. Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and empowering organisational culture. Work closely with the Senior Board to ensure effective governance and accountability.

• Financial Management: Working with the Finance and Fundraising Lead, develop and oversee budgets, ensuring financial sustainability and smooth cashflow. Diversify income streams through grants, partnerships, donations, and other revenue opportunities. Lead in the development and creation of additional revenue opportunities.

• Programme Oversight: Working with the Programmes Office, ensure the continued delivery and development of impactful initiatives such as the Resilience Fellowship Programme, community Programmes and workshops. Monitor and evaluate programme impact to ensure quality, effectiveness and relevance to the youth climate justice movement. Oversee our international expansion, leading on risk assessment and ensuring any development promotes sensitivity, inclusion, co-design and resilience.

• Partnerships and Advocacy: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, partners, and youth organisations. Act as an ambassador for The Resilience Project, advocating for youth empowerment and climate resilience on national and international platforms.

• Communications and Fundraising: Oversee the organisation’s communications and marketing strategy to enhance visibility and engagement. Lead fundraising efforts to secure the resources necessary to achieve the organisation’s goals.

• Line Management: Act as line manager to Finance and Fundraising Lead, and Marketing and Communications Lead, overseeing workflow and monthly wellbeing check-ins.

Qualifications

Are you?

• A strategic thinker with a proven track record in leadership roles within the non-profit, social enterprise, or environmental sectors.
• Experienced in organisational management and team leadership, with a collaborative and empowering approach.
• Passionate about climate justice, youth empowerment, and addressing inner development and mental health challenges.
• Skilled in fundraising and financial management, with the ability to secure and diversify income streams.
• An excellent communicator, able to inspire and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Committed to the values of inclusion, care, joy, courage, co-design, and community.

Essential:

• Proven experience in senior leadership roles within the non-profit, social enterprise, or environmental sectors.
• A strong track record of strategic planning, organisational management and team leadership.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and influence diverse audiences.
• Experience in fundraising, financial management, and building sustainable income streams.
• A deep understanding of the youth climate justice movement, youth empowerment, and mental health challenges.
• Experience working with youth-led organisations or movements.
• Commitment to the values of inclusion, co-design, community, care, joy, courage and social justice.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the global funding and philanthropy landscape, particularly in the environmental or mental health sectors.
• Understanding of the intersectionality of change work, and how to lead the organisation's services in a proactive manner that supports and empowers different demographics
• Experience of developing and implementing revenue generation beyond grants.
• Experience in scaling a non-profit or social enterprise internationally.
• Familiarity with monitoring and evaluation frameworks for non-profits.
• Working knowledge of platforms such as Asana, Typeform, Airtable, and Google workspace.

Additional Job Perks:

• The Resilience Project operates a 4-day working week
• Strong culture of personal development and pastoral support with the provision of mental health days, weekly organisational Unwind sessions and a monthly Pastoral session
• Networking with leaders in the climate, social enterprise and academic sectors
• Strong culture of work driven by peer-support and colleague celebration

How to Apply:

The link to this application can be found in our recruitment pack here: https://shorturl.at/YwuAk

About The Resilience Project:

People around the world are trying to cope with the climate crisis, extreme weather, burnout, isolation and climate anxiety. The Resilience Project is a youth-led organisation resourcing young people and leaders of all ages to become effective and resilient climate changemakers for a sustainable future. We enable people taking action for the planet to find their voice, people and power. Our vision is a resilient changemaking culture, where kinship and compassion are embedded within the fabric of changemaking communities.

Are you self-motivated, flexible and adaptable, content to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team? Do you share our passion for serving those crossing our threshold and for those in need in our town? If you think this role could be calling you, please read on. 

We believe God’s vision for Coffee Bar is to be a place of wellbeing, belonging and community which strives for justice for the people we serve. We want to recruit someone who shares our vision for social justice, and who brings skills and experience to strengthen our team.

We have achieved a huge amount through our dedicated staff, trustee and volunteer team so why appoint a Capacity Building, Partnerships & Funding Coordinator? Our work and impact have been recognised by several funders, including The National Lottery Community Fund which recently awarded Coffee Bar a five year funding package. But there is more to do. We want to build capacity, enhance our collaborative working model and improve financial resilience so that Coffee Bar is sustainable and continues to respond to and meet the changing needs of our community. This new role will be core to developing what we do and how we work.

This is a new and multi-faceted role which will develop over time, although your key responsibilities will be:

•   Capacity building - developing skills, support and structures

•   Partnership development and management - sustaining and enhancing our partnership and collaborative working model with statutory agencies and fellow VCFSEs

•   Building financial resilience – including securing new funding

Because of the nature and the importance of this role, we are seeking candidates with experience in at least two of the three key areas (or deep experience in one of these areas).

We’d love to hear from people who are excited by this opportunity to increase Coffee Bar’s effectiveness, sustainability and resilience, equipping Coffee Bar for growth and supporting Holy Trinity’s mission of reflecting the love of Christ in the heart of Warrington.

The closing date for applications for this role is 24th February 2025 and more details about the role (including essential skills and experience) and the application process are available on our website. 

Safeguarding and safer recruitment

Holy Trinity is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and to safer recruitment. More details about the specific reference and screening check requirements for this role can be found within the Job Description and on our website.

Are you ready to make a tangible impact in suicide prevention while working with a dynamic and passionate team? Samaritans is looking for a Head of Rail Programme to lead our flagship partnership with Network Rail and the wider rail industry.

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• £63,000-£67,000 per annum plus benefits 

• Permanent contract 

• Full-time role - 35 hours per week with flexible working

• Hybrid working: Linked to either our Ewell (Surrey) office or home-based contract, with regular travel around London and the South East

• In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. Staff are expected to work in person around 2 days per month.

• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences.

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Why This Role?

As the Head of Rail Programme, you’ll:

• Manage and mentor a talented team of 12, with opportunities to shape strategies and ensure ongoing improvement.

• Spearhead the delivery of a nationally significant suicide prevention programme.

• Be the operational and programme management lead, overseeing innovative projects and events.

• Work with key rail industry stakeholders, including British Transport Police and Train Operating Companies.

• Drive multi-channel behaviour change campaigns that save lives.

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This role will be exposed to emotionally challenging material and data relating to suicide and self-harm, including personal individual lived experience, which can be traumatic. You’ll receive training and support throughout your time at Samaritans to manage the demands of the role, but it’s important to be sure that this role is right for you.

What You'll Bring:

• A proven track record in leading high-performing, cross-functional teams.

• Exceptional skills in stakeholder management within complex organisations.

• Experience in managing large programmes, budgets, and contracts.

• A passion for mental health and suicide prevention.

• Strong leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Knowledge of the rail industry is a plus, but not essential.​

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What We Offer:

• A role that combines leadership, purpose, and challenge.

• Opportunities to influence change in mental health and safety across the rail industry.

• A chance to work with a committed, supportive organisation with a shared vision of fewer lives lost to suicide.

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Working at Samaritans

For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure.

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Being Inclusive

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from Disabled, BAME and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

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Application 

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please upload your CV and a cover letter (2 page max), outlining your motivations for applying and your transferable skills and experience. Applications close at 9 am on Monday 3 March, with first stage video interviews likely w/c 10 March. 

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Whilst we appreciate that the use of generative AI functions like ChatGPT is quickly becoming part of working life for many people, through our recruitment process we want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths. Therefore, we kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, cover letter or to generate interview answers.

Apply today and make a real difference to people’s lives.

At Harris Girls Academy Bromley we have built a school community where we hold character and academic excellence in equally high regard.

Progress 8 for the school was in the top 100 in the country last year, and we were the only school from this group with a student body that has above average disadvantage, and below average EAL. Learning, curriculum, and pedagogy is exemplary here. Although we believe that these results lead to a tangible improvement in the opportunities of our young people we are equally proud of the way we see our students conduct themselves in our classrooms and corridors on the day to day. In the commitment they demonstrate in the library and the drama studio, or in the resilience they demonstrate in the sports hall and the textiles room. It is a privilege to teach students at Bromley.

We believe that we have built something special here through a leadership at all levels philosophy of constant improvement, and listening to our students, staff, and wider community. Leadership at HGABR means constantly reviewing and reinventing our approach, as we respond to the new opportunities and challenges of our young people present and seek to improve the education they receive. Leadership at HGABR considers that the academy exists as an important community organisation that has an impact on a significant number of lives, and we believe that stewarding this organisation is a responsibility that requires dedication and excellence from us.

In this rewarding and varied role, you will:

• Oversee educational welfare across the academy
• Manage a caseload of ‘at risk’ students where attendance falls below 85%, and implement strategies to improve attendance
• Have responsibility for monitoring the attendance of most vulnerable students at the academy, including Looked after students, those on the child protection register, and children identified as being in need
• Manage the process of addressing poor attendance across the academy
• Represent the academy at external meetings e.g. Social Services Case Conferences, Child in Need Meetings, LAC Reviews
• Liaise with Academy Leadership Group to address any attendance or welfare concerns.
• Assist with the smooth running of the student information centre (SIC), ensuring support for students has a positive impact on raising achievement
• Communicate effectively with all external agencies, including possible alternative providers
• Ensure effective and appropriate communication/consultation with parents through phone, letter and home visits as relevant
• Liaise with the local authority when cases of poor attendance reach the level of legal intervention, managing the process of evidence sharing and representing the academy at court were necessary
• Prepare reports and maintain records relating to student referrals and subsequent counselling or support

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• An undergraduate degree (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of behaviour for learning policies
• Knowledge of the range of barriers to learning that students face
• Training in child protection and safeguarding procedures
• Basic knowledge of first aid (e.g. emergency first aid course)
• Three years’ experience of working in an inner city school or educational establishment in a pastoral capacity
• Experience of dealing successfully with a range of issues influencing poor attendance
• Experience of working with staff to ensure excellent standards of attendance and punctuality are maintained
• Experience of working with families  
• Experience of working with challenging students and parents, and finding ways in which we can meet their needs more successfully

Our people are at the heart of our success. We have developed a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.

In addition to the opportunities for career development and progression, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package which includes our Harris Allowance for teachers on MPS/UPS, a Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions, a Wellbeing Cash Plan and many other benefits. Learn more about  on our website.

CHURCH CHILDREN’S & YOUTH WORKER

OASIS CHURCH WATERLOO

PART-TIME: 24 HOURS PER WEEK

FIXED-TERM CONTRACT: 12 months, although will be extended if funding continues

SALARY: £20,053 per annum (£33,422 for 1FTE)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Children’s & Youth Worker to join our team at Oasis Church Waterloo, to work with our under-18s and their families. The postholder will have particular responsibility for developing the children’s and youth provision at Oasis Church Waterloo, leading the team delivering children’s and youth work on Sundays and also deepening relationships with our church families during the week. The Church Children and Youth Worker will also be responsible for developing and expanding the integrated children’s and youth provision across the Waterloo Hub, with significant input into developing school families support work and developing the staff and volunteer team.

Key responsibilities of this role will be:

· Working with our church ministers and volunteer children’s/youth team leaders to develop our children’s and youth work strategy, in line with the Hub Vision (and with the ethos and values of Oasis), that delivers holistic support for children and young people across the local community and recognises their hopes and aspirations.

· Working with our church ministers and children’s/youth workers across the Oasis Church Network to develop a curriculum for our work with under-18s in church.

• Encouraging the ethos of Oasis in the schools, supporting the development and delivery of Oasis Nine Habits resources.

The successful post holder must have:

· A relevant professional qualification in Youth & Community (JNC) or Teaching (QTS) or Social Work (QSW) at DipHE level or above, relevant NVQ (Level 3) or be able to demonstrate qualification by experience

· Proven experience in managing children’s work and youth work sessions

· Proven experience in management of volunteers

· Able to demonstrate full commitment to/embrace the ethos and values of Oasis

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing national organisation, making a real difference to communities on a local level. As part of the package, Oasis offers:

· A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution

· A generous holiday allowance

· Working as part of a friendly, community-minded team of professionals

If you are interested in being part of this fantastic project and want to know more or for an application pack, please visit the Oasis Charity Website. We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups.

Email your CV including a Supporting Statement. Your Supporting Statement should be no more than two A4 pages and must address the following questions:

1. In what ways does your professional background and personal experience qualify you for this role? Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification and give examples.
2. Oasis Church Waterloo is the founding church at the heart of the Oasis Church Network. All Oasis churches are committed to the following four values - please tell us about your commitment to these values, and how these would impact the way in which you would deliver children’s and youth work at Oasis Waterloo.

• • A commitment to social justice
  • Full inclusion (particularly regarding those who identify as LGBT+)
  • An open, progressive theology
  • An informal church service style

(Further information on these values can be found Oasis Church Website)

Completed applications should be returned by 9am Thursday 6 March 2025

Interviews will take place in Waterloo over two days: firstly, on Thursday 13th March, then for those taken forward from the first day, a second round of interviews after our church service on Sunday 16th March.

The successful candidate will need to be provide proof of the right to work in the UK.  We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. 

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks. 

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1026487

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