Youth manager jobs

We’re recruiting a forward thinking, strategic and compassionate Head of Family Services to lead the development of our support services delivered by our team of Family Support Workers to families of children and young people with cancer in the East Midlands. This is a newly created role and a key position in our small, impactful charity.

We’re looking for someone with a strong background in family support, health or social care, excellent people and communication skills, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of families facing childhood cancer.

The post holder will have direct line management responsibility for our team of Family Support Workers and Family Services Co-ordinator, providing leadership across service development, staff wellbeing, safeguarding, partnership engagement, and impact reporting. They will be responsible for ensuring that the team is supported through adequate training and supervision.

Partnership building with organisations and professionals will also form a part of this role and the post holder will build strong relationships with stakeholders across the health, social care and voluntary sectors.

Home based. Regular Teams and face-to-face meetings with travel to Leicester, Nottingham, and locations across the East Midlands required.

We want a world where no one dies from hunger. Life-threatening hunger is predictable, preventable and treatable. Join Action Against Hunger and together we will stop it in its tracks.

Action Against Hunger is an optimistic, inspiring place to work. We want passionate and dedicated people to help build a better world. We’re a creative team made up of people with a wide range of talents, styles and expertise. But we are united in our relentless dedication to end world hunger.  No challenge is too big. With you we can do it.  Join us.

We are looking for a Senior Database and Insight Manager maternity cover to join a talented team, passionate about working towards Action Against Hunger’s vision of a world free from hunger.

Sitting within the organisation’s Fundraising and Communications directorate, you’ll have overall responsibility for the department’s database and insight function – line managing two people (aDatabase Officer and a Database Assistant. 
In this integral role, you’ll be working with your team to maintain an accurate, consistent and reliable dataset covering all areas of fundraising and engagement on our CRM – Raiser’s Edge. You’ll be responsible for making sure data is stored safely and compliantly, and that good data hygiene rules are in place. You’ll also be supporting and upskilling the Fundraising and Communications department to use the database properly, empowering them to get the information they need.

We would love to hear from you if you’re interested in joining us. For more detailed information on the role – and to see whether you have the necessary experience - please download the attached pdf Job description.

Closing Date: 17-Aug-2025 23:30 Interview Date: from 21st August 2025.

Please read the following carefully before making your application: then all you need to do is send your CV and write a supporting statement explaining why you want the job and how your skills and experience make you the right person for the role and where you saw this vacancy.

• As a UK based position, candidates must have the right to work in the UK
• We welcome applications from all sections of the community and we encourage as broad a range of candidates as possible. If you need any additional support to help you through this process, please let us know (contact details in the job pack)
• Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates, within two weeks of the closing date Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual feedback
• If you experience any technical difficulties in submitting your application, please contact the charityjob helpdesk

We’re looking for an experienced and personable Prospect Research Manager to join a dynamic and ambitious fundraising team committed to building and cultivating significant relationships with philanthropists, corporates, and trusts.

This role will lead on implementing a programme of prospect research activities to identify five, six and seven-figure prospects, enabling the Charity’s talented high-value fundraising teams to maximise voluntary income and support.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Identify and research potential major donors, corporates, and trusts, producing detailed profiles and maintaining robust prospect pipelines.
• Conduct due diligence and assess reputational risks, ensuring compliance with GDPR and best practice.
• Lead on creating, reviewing, and embedding the organisation’s prospect research plan.
• Write high-quality, tailored fundraising communications, from cases for support to donor reports.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure information is accurate, timely, and strategically aligned.
• Support the high-value fundraising team with planning, portfolio management, and event briefing materials.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Experience conducting in-depth prospect research to identify and qualify major donor prospects.
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to tailor communications for high-value audiences.
• Exceptional communication skills, with tangible experience of building collaborative relationships across high-value fundraising teams and senior stakeholders
• Knowledge of GDPR and ethical considerations in fundraising.
• Experience managing and developing pipelines for high-value fundraising activities.
• Excellent organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.

Commitment to Diversity

The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, sexual orientation, disability, age, or gender. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.

Are you passionate about supporting children’s emotional wellbeing?

We’re looking for a compassionate, child-centred practitioner to join our friendly Children and Young People’s team as an Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner.

This role focuses on delivering structured 1:1, group, and class-based emotional wellbeing support for children aged 8–13. You’ll work closely with schools to help children develop emotional literacy, resilience, and coping skills, with a particular focus on supporting Year 6 transitions.

You’ll build safe, trusted relationships, adapt interventions to meet individual needs, and coordinate support with families, schools, and other professionals. Our Safety Net service has been working with children and families since 1995, and children’s voices are at the heart of everything we do.

We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, particularly people from minoritised communities and those with lived experience relevant to this role.

We’re keen to hear from people with:

• Experience of working or volunteering with children and young people (ideally aged 8–13) in school or community settings
• Understanding of child development, emotional wellbeing, and inclusive practice
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and professional boundaries
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently
• A commitment to equality, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice

A recognised qualification in youth work, education, or a related field is welcome but not essential. We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience or from backgrounds currently underrepresented in our workforce, including Black and racially minoritised communities, disabled people, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

We’re a flexible, supportive employer. We’re happy to discuss any access needs, working pattern requests, or adjustments that would help you thrive in this role.

Why join us?

Impact Initiatives is a Brighton-based charity with a strong reputation for supporting people of all ages across Sussex. Our CYP Services provide safe spaces and supportive relationships that empower children and young people to thrive.

You’ll be joining a creative, values-led team, with a supportive management structure, regular supervision, and opportunities for development.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and the successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

Please contact the CYP service at Impact Initiaitves for more information. Visit our website for a detailied job description.

Closing date: Thursday, 28th August 2025 by 12.00 noon

Interviews: 3rd and 4th September 2025

We’re an award-winning charity that runs local learning centres in the heart of communities where the young people we support live. Our centres provide an innovative education programme which includes practical learning support and motivational and confidence-building activities for children and young people aged 7-18. Our aim is to inspire students from the least advantaged neighbourhoods to broaden their horizons and achieve their full potential.

As the UK’s leading university access organisation, our staff team is helping thousands of young people each year. We have forty-four centres and extension projects across England and Scotland, with ambitious plans to scale-up our provision further over the coming years.

We are looking for individuals who will thrive in a fast-paced, rewarding role helping to change the lives of young people by taking up a permanent role as a part-time Programme Support Tutor. You will work closely with our existing team, supporting the delivery and organisation of the IntoUniversity programme in the centre.

The main duties of the role

To deliver the IntoUniversity programme effectively to children and young people in different settings, including schools-based workshops, Academic Support sessions and educational visits. This includes positive behaviour management and adherence to the IntoUniversity safeguarding policy.

• To assist with the organisation and delivery of the Academic Support, FOCUS and Mentoring Programmes.
• To assist the IntoUniversity Centre Leader in liaising with schools and other partner bodies, in organising the classroom and resources and in planning project delivery. 
• To update and maintain IntoUniversity displays, publicity and resources.
• To work with the IntoUniversity Centre Leader to recruit children and young people to the programme, including after-school Academic Support and FOCUS Weeks. 
• To develop educational resources and worksheets for use across all IntoUniversity programmes. 
• To ensure compliance with all necessary regulations and legal requirements, including the Children’s Act,  Children and Young People (Scotland) Act, Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act, Protection of Vulnerable  Groups (Scotland) Act, and legislation and policies related to Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety. 
• To champion diversity and inclusion in your role at all times, referring to the Diversity and Inclusion Staff Responsibilities Guide. 
• To undertake any task that may be requested from time to time that may be consistent with the nature and scope of this post. 

Contract
Permanent, part-time

Start date

Monday 1st September 2025 (in line with local school term)

Working hours

• 16 hours per week (please see job description for further information).

Salary

Starting salary is £28,250 (pro-rata).
Pro-rated salary is £10,885 per annum for 16 hours per week.
 

Location
IntoUniversity Leicester North

Staff benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme including access to wellbeing and legal support 
• Life Assurance scheme with AIG including SmartHealth service with access to 24/7 online GP appointments 
• Staff in FOCUS – rewards, competitions and prizes across the year 
• Interest-free new starter loans of up to £1,000 
• Cycle to Work Scheme and Travelcard Loan Scheme 
• Employer pension contributions of 6% 
• Staff in FOCUS – rewards, competitions and prizes across the year

Job title: Immediate Support and Debrief Manager 

Reports to: Head of Bereavement Services

Location: Flexible - Mainly home working with regular travel to areas of service delivery, and regular travel to 2wish Head Office in South Wales.

Objective:

2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.

Aims:

• Ensure every Emergency Department and Critical Care unit has a suitable bereavement suite
• Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals
• Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
• Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
• Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person
• Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
• To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families

2wish Cymru and 2wish:

2wish has been established since 2012 and has since grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death.

We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of families, so they don’t have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us.

We were founded as a Welsh organisation providing immediate casework support, as well as ongoing aftercare services including counselling, alternative therapies, play therapy, support groups, support events and a respite cottage. In January 2024, we expanded into ‘phase one’ England, namely Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire and Somerset. And in July 2025 we expanded into ‘phase two’ England, namely Merseyside, Devon and Cornwall, Wiltshire, Dorset, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Context of role:

The Immediate Support and Debrief Manager will lead the development, coordination, and delivery of our specialist immediate support service for families, professionals and individuals affected by sudden bereavement. You will be responsible for ensuring that our services are trauma-informed, responsive and delivered to a consistently high standard supporting the complex and individual needs of those who have experienced profound loss.

This role will oversee the existing immediate support service delivered across Wales and the expansion phases across England. You will manage a team of fifteen individuals who are a mixture of full and part time roles. This is a unique and hugely rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of suddenly bereaved individuals across our communities.

You will work closely with the Children and Young People Service Manager and the Therapies Assessor and Service Manager to provide a holistic, joined up service to all who access our service.

Main duties:

• To manage the bereavement service including the operational delivery of immediate support and debriefs, ensuring the service is delivered consistently, responsively and to a high standard
• To oversee the database of 2wish Champions within hospitals and police forces across Wales and the two phases of England 
• Lead upon, develop and maintain safeguarding practices and procedures in line with national guidelines and attend the bi-monthly internal Safeguarding Committee meetings.
• To oversee the delivery and develop training delivered to professional partners
• Oversee and manage a database of stakeholder contacts and families ensuring that Data Protection legislation and GDPR guidelines are implemented and adhered to
• To work closely with the Head of Bereavement Services to ensure delivery and growth of services
• Attend bereavement forums and other relevant meetings as required by, or in place of, the Head of Bereavement Services
• To be able to provide outstanding immediate emotional support and advice to families and those we support as required

 Management:

• To lead, motivate and line manage the immediate support team responsible for delivering our immediate support and debrief service
• Manage a diverse team, organise regular team meetings and set realistic but challenging objectives to further the work of the charity
• To carry our monthly supervisions and bi-annual appraisals with the Immediate Support Coordinators
• To carry out monthly case reviews with the Immediate Support team 
• To produce weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to evidence activity and impact
• To develop and oversee a training programme for the team including mandatory and varied subject matter

 General:

• To be responsible for organising own work agenda, time management and administration
• To show respect and sensitivity for the cultural and religious beliefs of families
• To undertake learning opportunities and seek them out for the team
• To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate
• To attend weekend and evening community events in support of the charity as necessary
• Participate as and when required in team meetings and one-to-one meetings, and undertake, as appropriate, courses/training/other developmental activities, which is relevant to the role
• Contribute on the social media platforms maintained by 2wish

It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.

You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period.

This role is subject to a DBS check.

Salary: Starting salary of £32,000 per annum, with the opportunity for an increase through the annual appraisal structure.

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Normal office hours are 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, although alternative hours may be worked with line manager agreement. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu.

Annual leave: 28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable.

Pension: 2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with it's auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions - employer 3% and employee 5%).

Mileage: A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s.

Location: Flexible - Mainly home working with regular travel to areas of service delivery, and regular travel to 2wish Head Office in South Wales.

Additional benefits for our employees:

• An 'Employee Assistance Programme,' including wellbeing support
• Free parking on 2wish premises
• Free branded 2wish clothing
• An extra annual leave day on your birthday
• Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service
• Paid sick leave
• Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise
• Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events for staff and family
• Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events
• Company mobile phone for performance of duties
• Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties
• Reimbursement of work expenses
• Bright Exchange employee discounts
• Auto-enrolment into company contributory pension scheme after 3 months service

How to apply:

Please return a CV and covering letter, or a CV and two-minute video, by email.

Closing date: Friday 29 August 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible. Only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview. Interviews may take place prior to the advertised closing date.

The role

The Development Manager (Philanthropy and Fundraising) position marks an exciting new chapter at The Carers' Centre. In this pivotal role, you will lead income generation efforts for our forward-thinking local charity. You will be responsible for identifying new sources of unrestricted income, strengthening existing income streams, and building strong relationships with both new and established supporters.

Success in this role will be evaluated based on mutually agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) such as campaign engagement, donor retention and income growth.

We are seeking a visionary strategist who thrives on collaboration and is committed to helping to secure the long-term sustainability of The Carers' Centre, ensuring a brighter future for unpaid carers. As the Development Manager, you will be responsible for cultivating impactful donor relationships and building a dynamic fundraising team to drive increased donor retention and income for the charity.

About you

You will play a key role in the financial sustainability of the organisation, helping to shape the future of support for unpaid carers in BaNES. With a proven record in philanthropy and at least one other income generation activity, alongside effective management skills you’ll have the knack for crafting compelling results driven proposals that resonate with donors and funders alike. Your prowess as a skilled communicator allows you to expertly forge tailored relationships with a diverse array of stakeholders, whether in the digital platforms or face to face encounters.

As an expert in organisation, you possess the capability to conceive and deliver productive income generation strategies with finesse. Your understanding of fundraising legislation equips you with the knowledge needed to navigate the intricacies of this field. In short, you're the dynamo we need to help drive our mission forward.

About us

The Carers’ Centre is a local independent charity with a big vision! We want to live in a community where unpaid carers are fully recognised, valued, and supported. By joining The Carers’ Centre, you are joining a team dedicated to helping families across Bath and North East Somerset when they need us most.

We provide trusted information, advice, and support to unpaid carers of all ages, enabling them to maintain or improve their health and wellbeing, stay in control of their caring role, and get connected with others in a similar situation to them. In addition, we work with the wider community to improve recognition and support for unpaid carers.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check and at least two independent references.

We are committed to providing services that embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity.

Why join us?

· Our small but passionate team thrives on collaboration, open communication, and celebrating impact together. We’re all in this to make the world a little better.

· We want our employees to have more control over their work/life balance, that’s why we offer flexible start and finish times, as well as the ability to enjoy our beautiful riverside office which comes with free parking, and to work from the comfort of your home.

· With work/life balance in mind and the many caring roles we know people can experience, we make sure our policies work for families.

· As a small but powerful local charity, we rely on digital innovation. You’ll use tools such as CRM systems, collaborative tools, email marketing platforms and social media analytics to engage donors and drive campaign effectiveness in partnership with the comms team.

· As well as all this, you will receive a 5% pension contribution, generous sickness pay, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and discounts through an employee discount scheme. In addition, you will also get an additional day of leave each year, for 5 years.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. We are committed to building a diverse team that reflects the people we serve.

Key duties and responsibilities

Main responsibilities

In line with our income generation strategy:

· Lead on the strategic planning and implementation of income generation activities to help build sustainability of The Carers’ Centre and its services for 19,600 unpaid carers across Bath and North East Somerset.

· Develop and implement a stewardship programme for donors and funders building support and securing new income for The Carers’ Centre.

· Work collaboratively with colleagues to help deliver The Carers’ Centre vision for carers.

Income generation

· Design and deliver a diverse income generation plan to support philanthropy and fundraising in line with The Carers’ Centre Strategic Plan.

· Co-produce annual philanthropy and fundraising targets and take the lead responsibility to instigate and co-ordinate the activity that will achieve them.

· Build long-lasting relationships with key local philanthropists, donors, and funders.

· Work proactively with colleagues to research, identify and scope a portfolio of compelling projects and proposals that will appeal to donors and funders.

· Work closely with communication colleagues to develop appropriate communications campaigns and activities for different supporter groups.

· Contribute towards the charity’s communications and marketing strategy ensuring fundraising is embedded.

· Develop, maintain, and implement relevant policies and procedures in line with our growth plans.

Line management

· Provide effective line management and support to direct reports to help them maximise their potential and effectiveness.

· Ensure line reports consider their own health and wellbeing.

General

· Uphold and embed our values and behavioural competencies.

Ensure you and your reports:

· Uphold and embed our values and behavioural competencies in your work

· Deliver against the agreed workplan.

· Adhere to the Carers’ Charter.

· Work within The Carers’ Centre’s policy framework.

· Ensure that you adopt good practice within the Carers Trust network.

· Take responsibility for ensuring communications are in line with GDPR and The Fundraising Regulator guidelines.

· Encourage carers to provide feedback on The Carers’ Centre services and to become actively involved in shaping future delivery.

· Work with the Carbon Champion, the Senior Leadership Team and small working group of colleagues to look for ways to reduce carbon footprint across the organisation, make cost savings on energy usage and achieve targets throughout the Carbon Footprint project

· Support the Carbon Champion by implementing environmentally friendly practices to help reduce our carbon footprint.

The National Youth Agency is looking for a new Academy Tutor to join our Academy Team.
 
Contract:    Permanent
Hours:        Full-time - 37 hours per week 
Salary:        £36,724.54 per annum
Remote:      This role is homebased with occasional travel for staff residentials and   other events. 
 
What we do

As the national body for youth work, the NYA has a dual function. We are the professional statutory and regulatory body (PSRB) responsible for qualifications, quality standards, and safeguarding for youth work and services in England. In line with our charity mission and aims, we also champion youth work through research, advocacy, campaigns, and programmes.
 
We work in partnership and believe in collaborative leadership, listening to youth workers and the youth work sector so that we can understand their needs and respond to the challenges they face. We are ambitious for youth work and for young people and integrate youth voice and influence across our work
 
About the Role
 
As the National Body for Youth Work in England, we are ambitious for youth work and for young people and are determined that all young people should have the opportunity to benefit from the life-changing impact of qualified youth workers and trained volunteers.
 
To support our mission we are seeking enthusiastic, skilled and JNC qualified professionals to join us as Academy Tutors.
 
Our Academy Tutors will deliver inspiring training, develop and review resources and ensure all activities are in line with both NYA and external expectations of quality and expertise. The post will require a commitment to continuing engagement across the sector and beyond to ensure the NYA Academy’s work is rooted in the needs of young people and youth work.  
 
The Academy Team are reflective expert trainers and facilitators. They can support the development of knowledge and skills; deliver innovative and engaging projects that benefit youth work and young people; and work with colleagues from the NYA and the wider field to ensure that youth work is promoted and protected, for the benefit of all young people.  
 
The Academy Tutor will ensure the NYA is at the forefront of developing its products and services.  
 
You will work alongside a committed, lively team working together to transform the lives of young people through the power of youth work.  
 
Key responsibilities for this role will include:

• Developing and delivering training along with the development of programmes (including accredited training).  
• Supporting learners and monitoring their progress through regular reviews and assessments.  
• Contributing to the ongoing development and improvement of resources and processes.  
• Building positive relationships with learners to promote their engagement and to achieve successful outcomes. 
• Ensure all learners have a supportive and positive learning experience 
• The post holder should promote the NYA’s extensive offer and maintaining its reputation in the fields of expertise.  
• Ensuring the voice of young people is heard loudly across the NYA and in all aspects of our work.  
• Ensure the NYA follows best safeguarding best practice.  
• Ensure all operational activity and youth work content is to the highest quality, representing the position of NYA as the National Body for Youth Work in England.   
• Participating in team meetings, session planning and evaluation meetings.
• Compliance with all NYA policies and procedures. 
• Compliance with all safeguarding policies and health and safety requirements.
• Undertaking any identified training in line with the role including safeguarding and undergoing a DBS check.

Please refer to our Candidate Pack for more information on the role and the requirements. Please note you MUST hold a JNC qualification at level 6 or above to be considered for this role.
 
Why Work for NYA?
 

• NYA operates as a people-first organisation, prioritising the well-being and needs of its employees.
• NYA offers an exceptional flexible working approach which encourages our team to balance professional responsibilities with their personal life.
• A remote based team, spread across England, fostering inclusivity and diverse talent. Despite geographical distances between team members, NYA maintains a highly motivated and connected team through the optimisation of digital tools.
• NYA is committed to supporting the continual personal and professional development of our team and helping them achieve their ambitions.
• We provide 25 days leave plus 8 days, life assurance scheme, 5% employer pension contribution and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme via Spectrum.life with unlimited specialist support available to all NYA employees.

How to Apply:
 
Please download our applicant pack to find out more about the role and requirements
 
To apply, please submit the following via our online application platform by 12pm on Friday 29th August 2025:

• A detailed CV setting out your career history, with responsibilities and achievements in line with the person specification in the About You section. 
• A covering letter (maximum two sides) highlighting your suitability for the role and how you meet the requirements in the About You section. 
• We will request data for our EEDI monitoring purposes, providing this is optional.

Please note: the covering letter is an essential part of the application process and will be assessed as part of your full application. We use AI detector software, so cover letters or CV’s with over 30% AI generated content with be disregarded. We understand that AI tools can offer support to candidates who have learning differences, which is why we will accept applications with some AI assistance. CV’s will not be accepted without a cover letter.
 
Interviews to be held W/C 8^th September (subject to change).
 
The National Youth Agency is an equal opportunities employer. 
 
At NYA our inclusive culture means that we embrace individual differences and understand that we need a diverse team to achieve our organisations mission. 
 
We wish to recruit candidates from all backgrounds to ensure our team reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from anyone regardless of disability, ethnicity, heritage, gender, sexuality, religion, socio-economic background and political beliefs but we particularly welcome applications from global majority candidates and those from other minoritised ethnic groups in the UK as they are currently underrepresented in our team.
 
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Are you passionate about creating real change for young people across Wales?
Do you thrive on building strategic partnerships, influencing policy, and driving impactful education programmes? If so, we’ve got an exciting opportunity for you to lead the charge as our Wales Lead at Young Enterprise—a role where you’ll be the face of our mission, championing financial and enterprise education where it’s needed most.

Who We Are
We’re Young Enterprise – a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the skills, confidence, and mindset to thrive in the changing world of work.

For over 60 years, we’ve empowered more than 7 million young people through hands-on enterprise and financial education programmes. Whether it’s launching a student business or learning how to manage money, we help young people develop key life skills—teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and resilience.

We’re a passionate, down-to-earth team of 90+ staff and 2,000+ volunteers who believe that every young person, regardless of background, deserves a fair start in life.

Why Join Us?
We think Young Enterprise is a great place to work—and we’re proud of our people-first culture. Here’s what you can expect:

 · A friendly and supportive team where your voice is heard

· A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion—we want everyone to feel they belong

· Generous holiday allowance and flexible working

· Cycle-to-work scheme, life assurance, and NHS top-up plan

· Ongoing learning and mentoring opportunities

· A chance to directly impact the lives of young people every single day

About the Role
As our Wales Lead, you’ll take on a high-impact, strategic role at the forefront of creating real change for young people across Wales. You won’t just be shaping our vision—you’ll be bringing it to life by building powerful partnerships, influencing key decision-makers, and championing the growth of our enterprise and financial education programmes in the places they’re needed most.

 This role is anything but ordinary. One day you could be speaking at a roundtable in the Senedd, the next you might be rallying new corporate partners, supporting a school’s first enterprise challenge, or welcoming a team of volunteers to inspire students during a school workshop. You’ll be a connector, an ambassador, and a changemaker—leading the charge to embed our work into Welsh policy and priorities while forging strong, purposeful relationships across Welsh Government, local authorities, schools, and community organisations.

 You’ll be the face and voice of Young Enterprise in Wales—energising a wide network of businesses, educators, funders, and volunteers to scale our impact and amplify our reach. With a strong focus on growth, fundraising, and influence, you’ll help us secure the resources and recognition needed to empower young people with the skills, confidence, and resilience they need for life, work, and the future.

We're especially keen to hear from candidates who are bilingual in Welsh and English, as this is a great asset for the role.

You’ll love this job if you are…

· A brilliant relationship-builder, confident working senior-level stakeholders and has a solid understanding of the political and policy landscape in Wales

· Excited by the idea of a fast paced varied role that will be truly transformational for young people in Wales

· Passionate about education, social mobility, and giving every young person a chance to shine

· A natural communicator—whether talking to Government, supporters, schools or young people

· Organised and able to juggle multiple projects (with a great sense of humour!)

· Self-motivated, adaptable, and happy working remotely but never alone—you’ll be part of a close-knit team

Key Responsibilities

· Lead the strategic growth of Young Enterprise in Wales

· Lead on policy awareness, ensuring the organisation remains responsive to Government priorities and commissioned reports

· Develop, maintain and lead strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, local and national government, education bodies and partners

· Identify and secure  funding to support our work across Wales with an ambitious focus on growing income

· Deliver and support the rollout of YE programmes in schools and other settings

· Recruit, train and support volunteers—making sure they feel valued and inspired

· Represent YE in Wales externally at events and forums, promoting the organisations profile and influence across the education and third sector

· Focus your energy on reaching young people who face the greatest barriers to opportunity, making sure our work has the biggest impact where it’s needed most

· Build strong partnerships with businesses, educational settings and other local organisations to bring our programmes to life in both formal and informal settings

· Keep accurate records, track impact, and make sure safeguarding is front and centre

A few practical things:

· This is an active hands-on role—you’ll sometimes be lifting resources, setting up venues and travelling regularly (a car and full driving licence are essential)

· You’ll need to be a prolific networker, keen to develop new relationships across Wales to expand our reach

· You’ll need to be happy occasionally working evenings or weekends during peak delivery times

· Expect to be on your feet during some events or sessions—it’s all part of the fun!

Safeguarding Young People
We are committed to keeping young people safe. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check and receive ongoing safeguarding training.

How to Apply
If you’re ready to help shape the futures of young people across Wales, we want to hear from you!

Please send your CV and a cover letter (max 2 pages) telling us why you’re the right person for this role. Applications must be submitted by 23:30 on 21 August 2025. Please note that applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Interviews will be conducted via Teams, and we may shortlist and invite candidates to interview before the closing date. Please note, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.

At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure. Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.

Join us – and help us give every young person the chance to thrive Apply today!

Salary: £34,900 - £39,900
Contract: Full-time, Permanent.
Location: Remote/Home-based
Closing Date: 31st August
Benefits: Flexible working location and flexible working hours, 26 days leave ( bank holidays) with option to buy 5 more additional days

Are you a data-driven fundraiser with a passion for delivering high-impact campaigns that directly change children’s lives? Fantastic – We’re working with the national children’s charity Barnardo’s as they look for a motivated and strategic Individual Giving Manager to join their high-performing fundraising team.

As Individual Giving Manager, you’ll take the lead on Barnardo’s warm Individual Giving programme, overseeing multi-channel campaigns that raise over £1.2 million annually. From strategy development and budget management to leading direct mail, digital and telemarketing campaigns, you’ll play a central role in delivering powerful supporter journeys and engaging thousands of donors across the UK.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a direct marketing specialist with experience across various fundraising channels to take the next step up and continue progressing their career with an incredible national children’s charity.

To be successful as Individual Giving Manager, you will need:

• Substantial experience delivering direct marketing or individual giving campaigns in a complex organisation.
• Proven ability to manage multi-channel campaigns and large budgets.
• Excellent relationship management skills, both internally and externally.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please give Jake a call, otherwise, we look forward to seeing your application. 

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector. 

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here. 

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner. 
 

Family Support Manager - Greater Manchester

£29,000 + Company Car and benefits

This post will cover the Greater Manchester region

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need.

About the role:

This Best Companies Top 100 mid-sized organisation and Top 20 Charity is looking to appoint a Family Support Manager to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our Greater Manchester Care Team.

Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the Manchester Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness.

Having worked in a stressful and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact.

What we’re looking for:

· An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care

· A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly

· Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines

· Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice)

· A persuasive and open communicator - you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates

· A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people and their families – aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential.

What we offer:

We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including:

· Flexible working hours to balance home and working life

· Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Help@Hand

· Company car for front line care posts

· 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)

· Time off in Lieu

· Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts

· Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes

· A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme

· Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year

· Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%

· The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping

· Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth

As part of our learning and development Anne Harris skills development programme, we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation.

Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, introduction to play.

The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs.

About us:

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.

How to apply:

Please visit our website via the link and apply online.

Close date: 25th August 2025

Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application.

Interviews will take place at our Manchester Care Team office with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.

There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver’s licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.

Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.

Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.

Candidate Pack on our website:Our Vacancies – Naval Childrens Charity

The first year of this role will include some enhanced responsibilities, providing maternity cover for the Project Manager role from October 2025. 

The role will involve attendance at events around the UK, the post holder will work out of the main office in Castaway House and remotely.  Training in the internal systems of the Naval Children’s Charity will be provided and access to other relevant training as required.

This is a full time role of 35 hours per week which may need to be worked over 7 days/weekends to accommodate attendance at events as required. There is local and long-distance travel by appropriate means to support volunteers and community activities/events across the UK.  This role involves a significant number of weekend events. 

Specifics of Role

• Reports to the Head of Operations

• Works closely with:

  • Project Manager

  • The Head of Operations and case working team

  • Admin Support Officer

  • Naval Children’s Charity Youth Council

  • Individual donors and supporters

  • Royal Navy Ships/Units and Community groups

  • Volunteers 

PROJECT MANAGER SUPPORT (TO INLCUDE INTITIAL MATERNITY COVER RESPONSIBILITIES)

Life Chances

• Liaise with partners to secure 2026 delivery dates for some project areas

• Promotion of opportunities and processing of applications for key periods (February, Easter and Summer 2026)

• Evaluation of any opportunities taking place during the cover period

• Liaising with partners of the Charity’s Tier 2 projects and delivery of events

• Reporting data to CEO/SLT for Greenwich funding 

Youth Council

• Monthly online meetings with group and related administrative tasks to schedule dates/attendance and meeting focus

• Work with the Youth council to raise awareness of the support and recruitment of young people 

• In person delivery of annual events

Wellbeing Packs

• Oversight of requests for wellbeing packs, liaison with Office Administrator and Database Administrator for processing

• Monthly/regular stock checks and reorders

• Review of the process and packs toward the end of the financial year, ready for refresh and/or development

COMMUNITY EVENTS / OUTREACH

• Plan and implement a programme of attendance at external events such as Naval Charity Days

  • Maintaining and updating an events calendar for assessment of attendance by the Charity

  • Ensure event checklist is completed for approval of costs involved with each event and signed off by HOO or CEO.

  • Arrange site for charity gazebo.

  • Ensure manned throughout event by postholder and volunteers.

  • Put together all items required for event.

  • Ensure appropriate risk assessments/licences in place.

  • Ensure compliance with health & safety throughout the event.

  • Publicise events using Social Media and website

• Children’s competitions (such as Art or seasonal) to be run to increase awareness into schools

• Source raffle and auction prizes

• Branded charity items 

  • maintain stocks to be used as giveaways at events and given to fundraisers

  • source and price new items as required (as authorised by Line manager)

• Work with Project Manager on events relating to Life Chances, Youth Council, promotion of the Charity at a senior level as requested by CEO

• Support the caseworking team in their community outreach programme with resources and liaison with areas as required. This programme focuses on areas containing a high population of Naval personnel to include (but not limited to) Culdrose, Yeovilton, Plymouth and Devon.

• Reach out to families through attendance at community events, presentations to schools and other organisations.

VOLUNTEERS & FUNDRAISING

• Develop, manage, train and steward a network of regional volunteers and individual fundraisers, particularly in areas with strong Naval presence. 

  • To support at events

  • To fundraise within their community

    • To distribute collection tins around their community which are regularly checked and the contents banked

  • To support in the office

    • With distribution of resources

    • Office admin support

• Reach out to community local and national to recruit volunteers / individual fundraisers 

  • Through Naval community centres

  • Through Aggie’s Pastoral workers

  • Using Social Media

• Ensure volunteer and fundraising handbooks are kept up to date and all volunteers inducted using Volunteer Role Description, Volunteer Handbook and relevant guidance

• Maintain regular contact with volunteers, keeping them informed and engaged with the activities of the Charity

• Support Knitting volunteers across the UK, research new groups and organisations. This includes sending out patters on request, creating requests to send to the social media team and maintaining records of knitters.

• Send timely thank you letters 

OTHER

Responsible for personal learning and professional development

Such other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES 

Knowledge and skills commensurate with role to include: 

Essential

• Educated to A Level or equivalent standard or above

• Experience of working with a charity or not-for-profit organisation including

  • recruiting and managing volunteers

  • proven track record of community fundraising including Fundraising Regulations and Gift Aid

• Excellent time management stills, ability to work on own initiative, manage competing priorities and maintain high standards

• IT literate and with knowledge of MS Office 365 and database recording systems 

• In possession of a full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Royal Navy

• Experience of working with a charity or nor-for-profit organisation including:

  •  project management with skills to coordinate a diverse range of people/projects with vital deadlines

  • experience of public speaking and delivering presentations

Personal qualities

• Willing to embrace the Mission and Vision of the Naval Children’s Charity

• Be a constructive member of the team and work cooperatively with other staff members.  Take part and contribute to team meetings.

• Effective collaboration with colleagues and contribute to a positive team culture

• Excellent communication skills with colleagues, stakeholders and Trustees

• Attention to detail

• Empathetic nature

• Flexible, calm, proactive attitude

• Cooperate with the NCC on health and safety matters, taking reasonable care of own and other people’s health and safety within the workplace.

The Daniel Spargo-Mabbs Foundation is a drug and alcohol education charity that aims to support young people to make safe choices about drugs and alcohol and reduce harm. We do this through increasing understanding of the effects and risks, and helping to develop life skills and resilience. The Foundation was set up in January 2014 by Tim and Fiona Spargo-Mabbs in response to the death of their 16-year-old son Daniel having taken ecstasy

We are recruiting a Drugs Education Coordinator (Scotland) to join our team. This role will involve the coordination and delivery of DSMF drug education in Scotland, based in the Grampian region, working with the Head of Education and Engagement and Director to develop provision regionally and more widely.

Suitable candidates will:

• be passionate about supporting young people to make safer choices about drugs and alcohol
• have experience of developing and delivering drug and/or alcohol education in schools, colleges and/or the community
• have experience of working with young people, including a knowledge of substance use and its impacts
• have experience of project coordination, with excellent organisation skills
• be a skilled and effective communicator, both in writing and orally, with a wide range of people and agencies
• enjoy working remotely in a small and busy team

Job Title: Freelance Facilitator

Reporting to: Senior Programme Lead

Location: Staffordshire

Salary: £120 per day (including travel) plus £25 to attend meetings with a school (if required) and £50 for attending half day training or £100 for full day training. Expenses can also be claimed for programme snacks and travel to training.

One-year contracts might also be available.

 

Power2 is a fast growing and energetic children and young people’s charity that has supported 27,000 young people since 2001.  We are based in the North West of England and London and deliver early-intervention asset-based programmes to children and young people who have mental wellbeing challenges and are disengaged from school and more widely. We are well-known for our accredited Teens and Toddlers programme.

We believe every child and young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, even when things get tougher. We support young people to get the most out of their education by helping them to improve their mental health and wellbeing and develop their skills. We inspire young people who are at significant risk of school exclusion to re-engage and fulfil their potential at school, at work and in life.

We are seeking Freelance Programme Facilitators to join a pool to deliver our programmes in Staffordshire. Supported by our Programme Development Manager with training and resources you will help children and young people who are experiencing vulnerabilities and disadvantages improve their wellbeing, re-engage with school and learning, build networks and access opportunities.

Programme Facilitators work with significant autonomy and authority. They must embrace responsibility and are accountable for their work. They work collaboratively alongside young people, operating as a mentor as they empower young people to develop self-esteem, become resilient and engage with school and their own future. They give each young person the time, the confidence and skills to engage with their education.

You will work in schools and community settings to support young people and their families to ensure that at-risk children and young people make the most of their potential and improve their life chances. Work will include 1:1 support and delivery of Power2’s core programmes.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

Power2 strives to be a diverse and inclusive place where we can ALL be ourselves. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We work to ensure that our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If we can make the application process more accessible to you, please let us know.

Safeguarding

Power2 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be required to have an enhanced DBS certificate (child workforce) in place. We may undertake an online search if you are shortlisted.