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Youth Hub Coordinator

Hybrid in Wakefield·Full-time·Added 13 days ago (last checked 11 Nov)

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Work mode
Hybrid, Wakefield
Contract
Full-time
Closing date
Apply by Sunday 6 December
Holiday
30 days holiday + bank holidays
Commute
Cycle to work scheme

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Educated to degree level in a related field or holding a professional qualification recognised within youth work, youth justice or targeted youth support, OR extensive relevant experience.
  • A substantial and current understanding of the risks and needs that young people experience.
  • A thorough understanding of the principles that support and promote the wellbeing of children, young people, and families.
  • Experience of leading a team in the design and delivery of support services for children, young people, and families.
  • Experience of involving children, young people and families in the design, delivery, and review of services.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • This is a Full-time post of 37 hours per week with Workplace Based/Flexible option available.
  • 30 days of Holidays plus 8 Bank Holidays.
  • Support and access to a high-quality training programme to progress your career to the next level.
  • We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and we recognise that resilient Team need a good work/life balance as well as supportive leadership and support in the workplace.
  • Access to Wellbeing Coaching if required.
  • Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
  • The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
  • Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

The role

Our Early Intervention and Prevention Team is growing and is searching for experienced candidates for the position of Youth Hub Coordinator.

The purpose of this role is to lead a team of staff that support the delivery of the partnership youth support offer for children and young people up to the age of 25 in one of the designated areas, this will include the coordination of the development and day to day delivery and planning of activities.

What you'll do

  • You will work with partners in coordinating the day-to-day activities and programmes that support children, young people, and families through the Youth Hubs
  • You will lead on the development of services engaging individuals, parents, children, and young people known to be at risk of adverse outcomes
  • You will produce accurate, timely, written reports and information as required and in accordance with policy and procedure.
  • You will work alongside the Early Intervention and Prevention Partnership Manager in overseeing the delivery of the statutory youth offer in the locality ensuring Ofsted requirements are met.
  • Work across the early help partnership network to deliver services and evidence-based programmes that support young people and their families and help children have the best start in life.

Essential requirements

We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don't fill all the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Name: Jess Roberts

Tel: 01977 807271

E-mail: jessicaroberts@wakefield.gov.uk

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!

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Additional information

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure, this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

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