Male Older Peoples' Development Worker

St Hilda’s East has a 135-year history of combating deprivation and social exclusion in East London. We welcome people of all ages to our large community centre in Shoreditch where we offer a wide range of activities for local people which provide opportunities to enhance wellbeing, learn new skills and meet people of diverse backgrounds. We also run a day centre in Shadwell, with a focus on supporting elders from the Bangladeshi and other communities. 

We are currently in search of a passionate and committed male older peoples’ programme worker to join our team and lead a weekly a men’s group, as part of the thriving Over 50’s programme. The role involves designing, leading, and facilitating various activities and sessions aimed at improving physical and mental wellbeing, and improving community connection amongst older people. We welcome enthusiastic individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of older people to apply and become part of this rewarding and impactful initiative. 

What you will be working on 

• Co-designing activities with older people 

• Developing and facilitating weekly sessions including a mens’ group  

• Promoting and publicising activities in the local community to increase male participants 

• Working with external facilitators and volunteers to provide engaging and varied sessions  

This job is for you if you: 

• are experienced in planning and delivering engaging group activities for older people 

• have good IT skills 

• have the ability to raise awareness and promote our activities 

• are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of local older people 

• good interpersonal and communication skills to engage with older people and the wider community 

Closing date for applications: 10am Monday 10th June 2024 

Interviews: Thursday 13th June 2024 

Our Recruitment Policy 

St Hilda's East is committed to racial justice and wider inclusion and diversity. We are working towards a goal where our team fully reflects the diversity and difference in lived experiences of our local community. 

Due to the specific requirements of our Over 50’s programme, we are seeking a male worker. This is considered a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion 

St. Hilda’s East is committed to the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults with care and support needs. The successful applicant will be required to give a full chronological work history, and all offers of employment are subject to reference checks and an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check.