Independent Committee Member Jobs in Bristol

An exciting opportunity to play an important role in transforming the lives of young people at Jamie’s Farm.  We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated individual to lead and deliver impactful therapeutic support, helping young people build resilience and thrive. 

What is Jamie’s Farm?  Jamie’s Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges. 

At an exciting time of growth for our charity, we are recruiting several delivery roles to support the opening of our 7th farm, set in beautiful woodlands and parkland adjacent to our existing Bath Farm.  This role may be based at either farm as part of our new hub model. 

Known within the organisation as ‘Therapeutic Coordinator’ 

More about the role:  As Therapeutic Coordinator, you will be at the heart of our programme delivery.  You will oversee the therapeutic aspects of up to four visits from schools and similar organisations per month, providing one-on-one support to young people facing significant challenges. Your expertise will guide both individual sessions and group discussions, fostering a safe space for personal growth. Collaborating with visiting staff, you will ensure each young person receives the care they need, both during and after their time on the farm.

Beyond therapeutic sessions, you will create detailed progress reports and contribute to the immersive farm experience, leading walks, evening activities, and mealtime conversations. This hands-on approach will help strengthen relationships with young people, allowing them to feel supported and empowered throughout their journey with us. 

About you :  If you are an experienced professional with a passion for helping young people through pastoral or therapeutic work, we want to hear from you. Previous experience of counselling, mentoring or supporting young people is desired but not essential. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven charity, working in a beautiful rural setting where your impact will be deeply felt.

Please see the full job description, desired experience and employee benefits by exploring our recruitment pack below. Don’t meet every single requirement? We’d still love to hear from you – your unique skills and experience could be just what we’re looking for. 

How to Apply:    

Please apply via the Jamie’s Farm website, by clicking on the “Apply” button below. Read through the full recruitment pack and return both a completed application and equal opportunities form to the email address stated. We look forward to hearing from you! 

An exciting opportunity to support young people at Jamie’s Farm.  This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with young people and contributing to a vibrant farm community. You will lead engaging activities based on your experience and skillset, helping  the team to deliver life-changing farm visits, ensuring young people receive the support they need to build resilience and personal growth.

What is Jamie’s Farm?  Jamie’s Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges.

At an exciting time of growth for our charity, we are recruiting several delivery roles to support the opening of our 7th farm, set in beautiful woodlands and parkland adjacent to our existing Bath Farm.  This role may be based at either farm, as part of our new hub model.

Known within the organisation as ‘Sessional Worker’

More about the role:  You will plan and deliver engaging sessions, creating opportunities for young people to develop new skills and build confidence. Depending on your experience and interests, you could lead activities such as farm maintenance, cooking, horse work, or creative projects. In addition, you’ll contribute to the wider life of the farm, supporting feeding rounds, meal preparation, and other daily routines. You will collaborate closely with the Bath team to ensure the smooth delivery of each visit, helping to create a safe and supportive environment for all.

About you:  You are a skilled and enthusiastic individual with a passion for working with young people, especially those in vulnerable situations. You may have experience in therapeutic, educational, or practical settings and you are confident in leading sessions and sharing your skills and experience. You bring strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills to everything you do, and you thrive in a collaborative environment. 

Please see the full job description, desired experience, and employee benefits by exploring our recruitment pack below. Don’t meet every single requirement? We’d still love to hear from you – your unique skills and experience could be just what we’re looking for.

How to Apply:  Please apply via the Jamie’s Farm website by clicking on the “Apply” button below. Read through the full recruitment pack and return both a completed application and equal opportunities form to the email address provided. We look forward to hearing from you!

Director of Programmes

Salary – Highly competitive salary

Location – Hybrid working, split between the Foundation’s office in London and home.

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of sport and community development? Do you have the strategic vision and leadership skills to shape and deliver transformational programmes that leave a lasting legacy? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Football Foundation

We’re the Football Foundation – the Premier League, The FA and Government's charity that helps communities improve their local football facilities through football grants. This means better games and more players - helping transform communities where demand is greatest, and impact will be strongest. We have ambitious plans and with the support from our funding partners, the Football Foundation is well-supported to continue to invest in community pitches and facilities across the nation. 

The role

The Director of Programmes will play a pivotal role in the strategic leadership and management of our Programmes Directorate. Reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will help shape the strategic direction of our key programmes and new business opportunities, driving meaningful progress and measurable results.

As a member of our Senior Management Team (SMT), you will support the CEO in steering the organisation towards continuous improvement and success, serving as a trusted adviser to the Foundation Group Board and Panels, and contributing to the Foundation’s overall strategic vision.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with a deep understanding of sport, community projects, government strategies, and funding opportunities, underpinned by expertise in participatory sports development. You will bring extensive leadership experience, demonstrating a proven ability to manage performance, balance workloads, and foster positive, supportive team environments. Your skill in navigating multi-stakeholder environments will be essential, ensuring objectives are met, expectations are managed, and performance insights are communicated clearly and effectively.

With a track record of driving key strategies, leading impactful projects, and optimising resources for success, you will translate our organisational strategy into ambitious programmes that inspire partner collaboration and deliver tangible results. You will oversee the management and delivery of our core strategic initiatives, including grass pitches, multisport advisory services, and multi-pitch hubs, ensuring these programmes consistently meet and surpass their goals.

Building on your expertise in designing and delivering innovative programmes, you will take a lead role in developing tech-enabled post-award processes to ensure that grant awards achieve their full potential. By maximising the impact of our funding partners’ significant contributions, you will play a pivotal role in driving the long-term success and sustainability of our shared initiatives.

This is a unique opportunity to shape meaningful programmes that make a lasting difference, working within a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to positive change.

Our Four Corners

We refer to our company values as our Four Corners:

· Fair Players – open and inclusive in our approach

· Star Performers – trusted to deliver

· United Team Player – collaborative and easy to work with

· Passionate Supporters – flexible and willing

If you share these values and have the necessary skills and experience for the role, then we look forward to hearing from you.

What can we offer you?

You will start on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.

We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.

Equality and Diversity Commitment

The Football Foundation is committed to, and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability, and those from the LGBTQI+ community.

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process at either application or interview stage, please contact us at jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk

How do I apply?

If this sounds like the role for you, please follow the steps outlined below to apply.

Please send the following to jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk

o CV

o Cover letter - please highlight briefly and clearly your suitability for the role, together with your reasons for applying (no more than one page of A4).

The closing date for applications is: 23:59, 19th January 2025

1st stage interviews via MS Teams are currently scheduled for 27th and 28th January

2025, with 2nd stage in person interviews to follow

Due to the volume of applications received for most roles, the Foundation only contacts candidates if they are shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, you should assume your application has not been successful.

Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.

An exciting opportunity to support young people at Jamie’s Farm. This position provides an exceptional opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with proven communication and interpersonal skills to serve an active role delivering life-changing farm visits, ensuring young people receive the support they need to build resilience and personal growth.

What is Jamie’s Farm? Jamie’s Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges.

At an exciting time of growth for our charity, we are recruiting several delivery roles to support the opening of our 7th farm, set in beautiful woodlands and parkland adjacent to our existing Bath Farm.  This role may be based at either farm, as part of our new hub model.

Known within the organisation as ‘Visit Coordinator’

More about the role: As Visit Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating up to four visits a month, leading activities such as woodwork, gardening and horse care, and contributing to daily farm activities like walks, mealtimes, and evening programmes. You will serve as the primary group leader for designated weeks, managing pre-visit coordination, on-site engagement, and follow-up support ensuring a smooth experience for the schools and young people involved.

You will also complete administrative tasks, including documentation and progress tracking, and collaborate with visiting staff to ensure they maximise the impact of their Jamie’s Farm experience.

About you: We are looking for an organised, motivated, and friendly individual who may have experience in social work, therapeutic, or educational settings. You will excel at building relationships with diverse individuals and organisations, and your communication and teamwork abilities will be essential to the success of each visit. Your passion for working with young people, especially those in vulnerable situations, will drive positive outcomes.

Please see the full job description, desired experience, and employee benefits by exploring our recruitment pack below. Don’t meet every single requirement? We’d still love to hear from you – your unique skills and experience could be just what we’re looking for.

How to Apply: Please apply via the Jamie’s Farm website by clicking on the “Apply” button below. Read through the full recruitment pack and return both a completed application and equal opportunities form to the email address provided. We look forward to hearing from you!

An exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team supporting young people to build resilience and thrive.  At an exciting time of growth for our charity, we are looking for two enthusiastic and dedicated leaders to manage programmes and daily operations at either our existing Hill House Farm or our newly opening 7th farm at Lower Shockerwick, set in adjacent beautiful woodlands and parkland, supporting the creation of our new ‘Bath hub’.  You will play a key role in ensuring our young people have a meaningful, inclusive, and memorable experience with Jamie’s Farm, feeling the positive impact long after their visit. 

What is Jamie’s Farm?  Jamie’s Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges. 

Known within the organisation as ‘Team Leader’ 

More about the role:  As Team Leader, you will manage the delivery team at either Hill House or Lower Shockerwick farms, working alongside the Head of Hub to lead an impactful programme. Your responsibilities will include leading up to four visits per month, ensuring the smooth delivery of residential visits, and fostering a culture of empowerment and collaboration within the team. You will help achieve key performance goals including high visitor retention and staff satisfaction rates, while also leading professional development and team-building activities for your team. 

You will participate in all aspects of farm life—leading walks, guiding young people through activities like gardening and crafts, and creating meaningful connections during shared meals and evening programmes. You will also serve as the main contact for a set of partner schools, building strong and supportive relationships. 

About you:  We are looking for an experienced and passionate leader who embodies Jamie’s Farm core values of positivity, passion, generosity, collaboration, and professionalism. You will have experience working in a social work, therapeutic, or educational setting. Prior management experience is preferred, showing your ability to support and motivate teams effectively and you will bring exceptional communication, teamwork, and organisational skills to the role. 

You will excel at developing meaningful relationships with diverse individuals and organisations, using positivity and empathy to inspire and motivate others. Your dedication to helping young people thrive, especially those in challenging circumstances, will drive the success of your team and the programme. 

Please see the full job description, desired experience and employee benefits by exploring our recruitment pack below.  Don’t meet every single requirement? We’d still love to hear from you – your unique skills and experience could be just what we’re looking for. 

How to Apply:  Please apply via the Jamie’s Farm website by clicking on the “Apply” button below. Read through the full recruitment pack and return both a completed application and equal opportunities form to the email address provided. We look forward to hearing from you! 

An exciting opportunity to support young people at Jamie’s Farm.  We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with a passion for working with young people and diverse groups. This is a key role in delivering life-changing farm visits, ensuring young people receive the support they need to build resilience and personal growth.

What is Jamie’s Farm?  Jamie’s Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges.

At an exciting time of growth for our charity, we are recruiting several delivery roles to support the opening of our 7th farm, set in beautiful woodlands and parkland adjacent to our existing Bath Farm.  This role may be based at either farm, as part of our new hub model.

Known within the organisation as ‘Senior Visit Coordinator’

More about the role:  As Senior Visit Coordinator, you will manage up to four visits a month, acting as the primary contact for a portfolio of schools and organisations. You will work closely with the Team Leader to ensure the visits are well-planned and executed, and you will deputise for them during visits when required. You will lead and support visits, deliver engaging sessions in areas such as woodwork, gardening, and horse care, and contribute to daily farm activities like walks, mealtimes, and evening activities that strengthen the connections between young people and staff.

You will ensure the smooth operation of each visit, overseeing the completion of documentation to track and monitor progress. and work closely with visiting staff to ensure they get maximum value from the experience including the follow-up process ensuring lasting change beyond the visit itself.

About you :  We are looking for an organised, motivated and friendly individual with experience working in a social work, therapeutic or educational setting. You will excel at developing relationships with diverse individuals and organisations. Your communication and teamwork abilities will be key in ensuring the success of each visit, while your passion for working with young people will drive positive outcomes.

Please see the full job description, desired experience and employee benefits by exploring our recruitment pack below.  Don’t meet every single requirement? We’d still love to hear from you – your unique skills and experience could be just what we’re looking for.

How to Apply:  Please apply via the Jamie’s Farm website, by clicking on the “Apply” button below. Read through the full recruitment pack and return both a completed application and equal opportunities form to the email address stated. We look forward to hearing from you!