Senior Youth Support Worker
An exciting opportunity for a Senior Youth Support Worker to work at Exmouth based - supporting Exeter, East and Mid.
We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work with young people In our Exmouth and Ottery youth centres and supporting our Exeter, East and Mid Devon teams.
Location: Exmouth based - supporting Exeter, East and Mid
Positions available: One
Closing Date: 6th October 2024
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities?
Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Youth Support Worker to work alongside youth workers from our charity to access community spaces where young people spend their time.
About the job
Location: Exmouth based - supporting Exeter, East and Mid
Employment type: 1 year Fixed Term Contract
Hours of work: 37 hours per week (Full time)
Positions available: 1
Salary: JNC unqualified scale pt 9 - 10(£25,664.00 - £26,341.00 FTE) , qualified scale pt 10 - 13 (£26,341.00 - £29,606.00 FTE)
Deadline for application: 6th October 2024
Interview Date: 15th October 2024
Job Ref: DYS286
SPACE is an ambitious and innovative charity, driven by our values and seeking to support even more young people by developing current and new services. Our employees strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We value everyone's contribution and create safe spaces for exploration and growth.
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities? Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work with young people In our Exmouth and Ottery youth centres and supporting our Exeter, East and Mid Devon teams. This post requires either an experienced youth worker or someone looking to change careers and work with young people as part of the youth work team. Transferable skills will be considered. Our Youth Centres are busy and vibrant spaces.. The successful candidate will enjoy the challenge of leading sessions alongside providing young people with individual packages of support.
What is the role
Leading youth work in a variety of settings, including sessions using our Mobile Youth Centre Van
Supporting the development of co workers and volunteers
Codesigning and supporting the delivery of social action projects in the community
Working with partners and stakeholders
Planning, evaluating and evidencing of youth work
Helping young people to develop skills and put their ideas into action
About You:
Experienced youth worker or confident that you have the transferable skills required for the demands of the post
Leadership and confidence
Passion for supporting and advocating for the rights of young people
Creativity and solution focused thinking
Respectful with excellent empathy and kindness
Ability to multitask, set priorities and reachout when you need help and support
High commitment to continuous professional practice
A reflective practitioner
Space is an inclusive and learning organisation. Our employees should strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others
As part of our ambitions to improve equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act (2010), which include race, age, disability, gender, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.
What We Offer
Annual leave: 6 weeks for the first 5 years then increased to 7 weeks (pro-rata’d for part-time roles)
Additional 3 Statutory days given between Christmas and new year plus bank holidays
Pension contributions starting at 6% rising to 8% in the third year
Employee assistance programme 24/7
Free on-site parking
Casual dress code
Social occasions
Continuous Professional Development: Formal and informal training opportunities
Enhanced sick pay
Trained wellbeing champions available for a chat
Chromebook and work mobile
Value-driven culture
Join Us at Space Youth Services video
How to Apply
Please read the job description and apply by completing our application form, describing your passion for this role even if you don’t feel you meet every point in the description.
If you’d like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steve Brind on 07764 3264315 or for more information please visit www.spaceyouthservices.org.
To apply for this post please download and complete the attached application form and return this either via email as an MS Word document to recruitment@spacepsm.org or posting to DYS Space Ltd, 100 Club, Wear Barton Road, Exeter, Devon EX2 7EH
Deadline for applications: 6th October 2024 The Interview will be held at The Hive Exmouth at the Kennaway centre, EX8 1DL on 15th October 2024.
Safeguarding Statement and Pre-Employment Checks
At SPACE, we work with young people and are fully committed to ensuring their safeguarding and welfare is a priority at all times. As part of our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, all of our employees, contractors and volunteers will be expected to comply. Upon a conditional offer of appointment being made, all employees will also be required to satisfy our pre-employment screening process which will include:
An identity check (photo ID)
Receipt of satisfactory references cover for 3 years to current
Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK
A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Senior Youth Support Worker In Charge
An exciting opportunity for a Senior Youth Support Worker in Charge to work at our East Devon - base Exmouth.
You will have the opportunity to lead open access youth work from our Exmouth and Ottery St Mary Youth Centres.
Location: East Devon - base Exmouth
Positions available: One
Closing Date: Monday 30th September 2024
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities?
Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and inspiring senior youth support worker in charge.
About the job
Location: East Devon - base Exmouth
Employment type: 2 Years Fixed Term
Hours of work: 37 hours per week - Full Time (evenings and occasional weekend work)
Positions available: 1
Salary: JNC unqualified scale pt 12-13 (£28,501 - £29,606 FTE), qualified scale pt 14-17 (£30,750 - £33,141 FTE)
Deadline for application: Monday 30th September 2024
Interview Date: Tuesday 8th October 2024
Job Ref: DYS280
SPACE is an ambitious and innovative charity, driven by our values and seeking to support even more young people by developing current and new services. Our employees strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We value everyone's contribution and create safe spaces for exploration and growth.
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities? Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and inspiring senior youth support worker in charge. You will have the opportunity to lead open access youth work from our Exmouth and Ottery St Mary youth centres. You will support the youth manager by helping to achieve the local management plan targets, Space strategic objectives, by developing new staff and volunteers and planning creative and educational programmes. You will also work with young people in their local communities, engaging them in street based activities, building positive relationships and identifying their needs. You will support individual young people, help them set personal goals and have the opportunity to share their concerns. You will represent your team at partnership meetings and will work very closely with peers from a variety of locations.
What is the role
Leading youth work in a variety of settings
Supporting the development of co workers
Designing and delivering creative curriculum content and programmes
Working with partners and stakeholder
Planning, evaluating and evidencing of youth work
Working some evenings and weekends
About You:
Experienced youth worker or confident that you have the transferable skills required for the demands of the post
Passion for supporting and advocating for the rights of young people
Creativity and solution focused thinking
Respectful with excellent empathy and kindness
Ability to multitask, set priorities and reachout when you need help and support
High commitment to continuous professional practice
A reflective practitioner
Space is an inclusive and learning organisation. Our employees should strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others
As part of our ambitions to improve equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act (2010), which include race, age, disability, gender, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.
What We Offer
Annual leave: 6 weeks for the first 5 years then increased to 7 weeks (pro-rata’d for part-time roles)
Additional 3 Statutory days given between Christmas and new year plus bank holidays
Pension contributions starting at 6% rising to 8% in the third year
Employee assistance programme 24/7
Casual dress code
Social occasions
Continuous Professional Development: Formal and informal training opportunities
Enhanced sick pay
Chromebook and work mobile
Value-driven culture
Join Us at Space Youth Services video
How to Apply
Please read the job description and apply by completing our application form, describing your passion for this role even if you don’t feel you meet every point in the description.
If you’d like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steve Brind on 07764326431 or Lisa Rutter on 07590639440 or for more information please visit www.spaceyouthservices.org.
To apply for this post please download and complete the attached application form and return this either via email as an MS Word document to recruitment@spacepsm.org or posting to DYS Space Ltd, 100 Club, Wear Barton Road, Exeter, Devon EX2 7EH
Deadline for applications: Monday 30th September 2024 The Interview will be held at Exmouth Youth Centre on Tuesday 8th October 2024.
Safeguarding Statement and Pre-Employment Checks
At SPACE, we work with young people and are fully committed to ensuring their safeguarding and welfare is a priority at all times. As part of our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, all of our employees, contractors and volunteers will be expected to comply. Upon a conditional offer of appointment being made, all employees will also be required to satisfy our pre-employment screening process which will include:
An identity check (photo ID)
Receipt of satisfactory references cover for 3 years to current
Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK
A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Youth Support Worker x 2
An exciting opportunity for two Youth Support Workers to work at our Exeter Youth Centre.
You will have the opportunity to deliver high quality youth work from our Exeter Youth Centre.
Location: 100 Club Youth Centre, Exeter
Positions available: Two
Closing Date: 29.09.2024
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities?
Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and inspiring youth support worker.
About the job
Location: 100 Club Youth Centre, Exeter
Employment type: Permanent
Hours of work: 7 hours per week (2 evenings)
Positions available: 2 posts
Salary: JNC: unqualified scale pt 5 - 6 (£23,496 - £23,825) pro rata; or qualified scale pt 7 - 10 (£24,121 - £26,341) pro rata
Deadline for application: 29.09.2024
Interview Date: 11.10.2024 - In the evening
Job Ref: DYS285
SPACE is an ambitious and innovative charity, driven by our values and seeking to support even more young people by developing current and new services. Our employees strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We value everyone's contribution and create safe spaces for exploration and growth.
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities? Do you love a challenge?
We have two exciting opportunities for a Youth Support Worker to work at our youth centre in Exeter. The work will be part-time, permanent, 7 hours per week, and will include working 2 evenings per week and occasional weekends. Come and join a team of youth workers delivering high quality youth work. Learn new skills - training and support will be provided.
Recruiting for attitude and seeking candidates with a passion to work with young people and help them to unlock their potential. The role is fun, challenging and rewarding.
What is the role
Supporting youth work in a variety of settings
Being collaborative and a team player
Supporting the design and delivery of the youth work curriculum and programmes
Planning, evaluating and evidencing of youth work
About You:
Passion for supporting and advocating for the rights of young people
Creativity and solution focused thinking
Respectful with excellent empathy and kindness
Ability to be adaptable and reachout when you need help and support
High commitment to continuous professional practice
Prepared to reflect and learn from experiences
Space is an inclusive and learning organisation. Our employees should strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others
As part of our ambitions to improve equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act (2010), which include race, age, disability, gender, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.
What We Offer
Annual leave: 6 weeks for the first 5 years then increased to 7 weeks (pro-rata’d for part-time roles)
Additional 3 Statutory days given between Christmas and new year plus bank holidays
Pension contributions starting at 6% rising to 8% in the third year
Employee assistance programme 24/7
Casual dress code
Social occasions
Continuous Professional Development: Formal and informal training opportunities
Enhanced sick pay
Chromebook and work mobile
Value-driven culture
Join Us at Space Youth Services video
How to Apply
Please read the job description and apply by completing our application form, describing your passion for this role even if you don’t feel you meet every point in the description.
If you’d like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ben Goodman on 07764326435 or for more information please visit www.spaceyouthservices.org.
To apply for this post please download and complete the attached application form and return this either via email as an MS Word document to recruitment@spacepsm.org or posting to DYS Space Ltd, 100 Club, Wear Barton Road, Exeter, Devon EX2 7EH
Deadline for applications: 29.09.2024 . The interview will be held at The 100 Club Youth Centre, Exeter on 11.10.2024 in the evening.
Safeguarding Statement and Pre-Employment Checks
At SPACE, we work with young people and are fully committed to ensuring their safeguarding and welfare is a priority at all times. As part of our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, all of our employees, contractors and volunteers will be expected to comply. Upon a conditional offer of appointment being made, all employees will also be required to satisfy our pre-employment screening process which will include:
An identity check (photo ID)
Receipt of satisfactory references cover for 3 years to current
Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK
A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Senior Youth Support Worker
An exciting opportunity for a Senior Youth Support Worker to work at our Barnstaple Youth Centre.
This post requires either an experienced youth worker or someone looking to change careers and work with young people as part of the youth work team. Transferable skills will be considered.
Location: Barnstaple Youth Centre
Positions available: One
Closing Date: Sunday 29.09.2024
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities?
Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and inspiring senior youth support worker.
About the job
Location: Barnstaple Youth Centre
Employment type: Permanent
Hours of work: 37 hours per week - Full Time
Positions available: 1
Salary: JNC: unqualified scale pt 9 - 10 (£25,664.00 - £26,341.00), qualified scale pt 10 - 13 (£26,341.00 - £29,606)
Deadline for application: 29.09.2024
Interview Date: 07.10.2024
Job Ref: DYS284
SPACE is an ambitious and innovative charity, driven by our values and seeking to support even more young people by developing current and new services. Our employees strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We value everyone's contribution and create safe spaces for exploration and growth.
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities? Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work with young people in our Barnstaple and Bideford youth centres and local communities. This post requires either an experienced youth worker or someone looking to change careers and work with young people as part of the youth work team. Transferable skills will be considered. Our Youth Centres are busy and vibrant spaces.. The successful candidate will enjoy the challenge of leading sessions alongside providing young people with individual packages of support.
What is the role
Leading youth work in a variety of settings
Supporting the development of co workers and volunteers
Codesigning and supporting the delivery of social action projects in the community
Working with partners and stakeholders
Planning, evaluating and evidencing of youth work
Helping young people to develop skills and put their ideas into action
About You:
Experienced youth worker or confident that you have the transferable skills required for the demands of the post
Leadership and confidence
Passion for supporting and advocating for the rights of young people
Creativity and solution focused thinking
Respectful with excellent empathy and kindness
Ability to multitask, set priorities and reachout when you need help and support
High commitment to continuous professional practice
A reflective practitioner
Space is an inclusive and learning organisation. Our employees should strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others
As part of our ambitions to improve equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act (2010), which include race, age, disability, gender, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.
What We Offer
Annual leave: 6 weeks for the first 5 years then increased to 7 weeks (pro-rata’d for part-time roles)
Additional 3 Statutory days given between Christmas and new year plus bank holidays
Pension contributions starting at 6% rising to 8% in the third year
Employee assistance programme 24/7
Casual dress code
Social occasions
Continuous Professional Development: Formal and informal training opportunities
Enhanced sick pay
Trained wellbeing champions available for a chat
Chromebook and work mobile
Value-driven culture
Join Us at Space Youth Services video
How to Apply
Please read the job description and apply by completing our application form, describing your passion for this role even if you don’t feel you meet every point in the description.
If you’d like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steff Howill on 07764326414 or for more information please visit www.spaceyouthservices.org.
To apply for this post please download and complete the attached application form and return this either via email as an MS Word document to recruitment@spacepsm.org or posting to DYS Space Ltd, 100 Club, Wear Barton Road, Exeter, Devon EX2 7EH
Deadline for applications: is 29.09.204 The Interview will be held at Barnstaple Youth Centre on 7.10.204.
Safeguarding Statement and Pre-Employment Checks
At SPACE, we work with young people and are fully committed to ensuring their safeguarding and welfare is a priority at all times. As part of our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, all of our employees, contractors and volunteers will be expected to comply. Upon a conditional offer of appointment being made, all employees will also be required to satisfy our pre-employment screening process which will include:
An identity check (photo ID)
Receipt of satisfactory references cover for 3 years to current
Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK
A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Youth Support Worker
An exciting opportunity for a Youth Support Worker to work at our Barnstaple Youth Centre.
You will have the opportunity to deliver high quality youth work from our Barnstaple Youth Centre.
Location: Barnstaple Youth Centre
Positions available: One
Closing Date: 29.09.2024
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities?
Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and inspiring youth support worker.
About the job
Location: Barnstaple Youth Centre
Employment type: Permanent
Hours of work: 7 hours per week (2 evenings)
Positions available: 1
Salary: JNC: unqualified scale pt 5 - 6 (£23,496 - £23,825) pro rata; or qualified scale pt 7 - 10 (£24,121 - £26,341) pro rata
Deadline for application: 29.09.2024
Interview Date: 7.10.2024 - In the evening
Job Ref: DYS283
SPACE is an ambitious and innovative charity, driven by our values and seeking to support even more young people by developing current and new services. Our employees strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We value everyone's contribution and create safe spaces for exploration and growth.
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities? Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Youth Support Worker to work at our youth centre in Barnstaple. The work will be part-time, permanent, 7 hours per week, and will include working 2 evenings per week and occasional weekends. Come and join a team of youth workers delivering high quality youth work. Learn new skills - training and support will be provided.
Recruiting for attitude and seeking candidates with a passion to work with young people and help them to unlock their potential. The role is fun, challenging and rewarding.
What is the role
Supporting youth work in a variety of settings
Being collaborative and a team player
Supporting the design and delivery of the youth work curriculum and programmes
Planning, evaluating and evidencing of youth work
About You:
Passion for supporting and advocating for the rights of young people
Creativity and solution focused thinking
Respectful with excellent empathy and kindness
Ability to be adaptable and reachout when you need help and support
High commitment to continuous professional practice
Prepared to reflect and learn from experiences
Space is an inclusive and learning organisation. Our employees should strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others
As part of our ambitions to improve equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act (2010), which include race, age, disability, gender, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.
What We Offer
Annual leave: 6 weeks for the first 5 years then increased to 7 weeks (pro-rata’d for part-time roles)
Additional 3 Statutory days given between Christmas and new year plus bank holidays
Pension contributions starting at 6% rising to 8% in the third year
Employee assistance programme 24/7
Casual dress code
Social occasions
Continuous Professional Development: Formal and informal training opportunities
Enhanced sick pay
Chromebook and work mobile
Value-driven culture
Join Us at Space Youth Services video
How to Apply
Please read the job description and apply by completing our application form, describing your passion for this role even if you don’t feel you meet every point in the description.
If you’d like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steff Holwill on 07764326414 or for more information please visit www.spaceyouthservices.org.
To apply for this post please download and complete the attached application form and return this either via email as an MS Word document to recruitment@spacepsm.org or posting to DYS Space Ltd, 100 Club, Wear Barton Road, Exeter, Devon EX2 7EH
Deadline for applications: 29.09.2024 . The interview will be held at Barnstaple Youth Centre on 07.10.2024 in the evening.
Safeguarding Statement and Pre-Employment Checks
At SPACE, we work with young people and are fully committed to ensuring their safeguarding and welfare is a priority at all times. As part of our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, all of our employees, contractors and volunteers will be expected to comply. Upon a conditional offer of appointment being made, all employees will also be required to satisfy our pre-employment screening process which will include:
An identity check (photo ID)
Receipt of satisfactory references cover for 3 years to current
Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK
A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Fundraising and Events Coordinator
We are seeking a Fundraising and Events Coordinator to help us support the sustainability of our organisation but also work collaboratively on new exciting projects and initiatives.
This post requires an excellent communicator with the confidence to develop positive relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
Location: Exeter or Exmouth
Positions available: One
Closing Date: Tuesday 24th September 2024
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities?
Do you love a challenge?
We are seeking a Fundraising and Events Coordinator to help us support the sustainability of our organisation but also work collaboratively on new exciting projects and initiatives.
About the job
Location: Devon Wide. Base: choice of Exeter or Exmouth
Employment type: Permanent
Hours of work: Full time - 37 hours per week (some evenings and weekend work)
Positions available: 1
Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 FTE- Spot Salary
Deadline for application: Tuesday 24th September 2024
Interview Date: Thursday 10th October 2024
Job Ref: DYS281
SPACE is an ambitious and innovative charity, driven by our values and seeking to support even more young people by developing current and new services. Our employees strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We value everyone's contribution and create safe spaces for exploration and growth.
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities? Do you love a challenge?
If you are a great communicator who likes to make a difference, then this post offers you that opportunity. We are seeking a Fundraising and Events Coordinator to help us support the sustainability of our organisation but also work collaboratively on new exciting projects and initiatives. This post requires an excellent communicator with the confidence to develop positive relationships with colleagues, partners and stakeholders.
You will be supporting local youth centre teams to develop their annual fundraising plans, goals and events programmes. The role will include locality mapping, communicating with sponsors and donors and contributing to writing grant applications. You will work closely with our data, finance, social action and marketing teams and you will be committed to keeping accurate and timely records.
You will have the opportunity to be creative, have fun and will feel part of an organisation that has a clear purpose and mission. Championing the potential of teenagers, supporting their engagement and contributing to the development of services that meet their needs, is at the heart of the role.
What is the role
Research and locate new avenues of funding, grants and income opportunities
Write funding bids in collaboration with leadership, managers and staff to help strengthen the financial health of the organisation
Report writing and presentation skills
Work with the local Youth Work managers to develop and implement local fundraising plans which will include planning and delivering community events
Manage and attend events when required. Working at times that are conducive to the community fundraising activities and participants - including evenings and weekends on occasion
Identify local businesses to engage with Space Youth Centres and Chances School. Creating opportunities for corporate partnerships and sponsorships that align with the organisation's mission and values
Work with the volunteer coordinator and Social Action Manager to support local fundraising volunteers
About You:
Passion for supporting and developing services for young people
Creativity and solution focused thinking
Respectful with excellent empathy and kindness
Ability to be adaptable and reachout when you need help and support
High commitment to continuous professional practice
A reflective practitioner
Strive to achieve the best they can and be committed to seeing the best in others
Own means of transport to undertake the duties of the role is required
As part of our ambitions to improve equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010, which include race, age, disability, gender, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.
What We Offer
Annual leave: 5 weeks for the first 5 years then 7 weeks after 5 years (pro-rata’d for part-time roles)
Additional 3 Statutory days given between Christmas and new year plus bank holidays
Pension contributions starting at 6% rising to 8% in the third year
Employee assistance programme 24/7
Casual dress code
Social occasions
Continuous Professional Development: Formal and informal training opportunities
Enhanced sick pay
Trained wellbeing champions available for a chat
Value-driven culture
Join Us at Space Youth Services video
How to Apply
Please read the job description and apply by completing our application form, describing your passion for this role even if you don’t feel you meet every point in the description.
If you’d like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Lisa Rutter on 07590639440 or Dan Barton on 07590639423 or for more information please visit www.spaceyouthservices.org.
To apply for this post please download and complete the attached application form and return this either via email as an MS Word document to recruitment@spacepsm.org or posting to DYS Space Ltd, 100 Club, Wear Barton Road, Exeter, Devon EX2 7EH
Deadline for applications: Tuesday 24th September 2024. The Interview will be held at Exeter Youth Centre (100 Club) on Thursday 10th October 2024.
Safeguarding Statement and Pre-Employment Checks
At SPACE, we work with young people and are fully committed to ensuring their safeguarding and welfare is a priority at all times. As part of our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, all of our employees, contractors and volunteers will be expected to comply. Upon a conditional offer of appointment being made, all employees will also be required to satisfy our pre-employment screening process which will include:
An identity check (photo ID)
Receipt of satisfactory references cover for 3 years to current
Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK
A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Youth Support Worker
An exciting opportunity for a Youth Support Worker to work at our Exmouth and Ottery Youth Centre.
You will have the opportunity to deliver high quality youth work from our Exmouth and Ottery St Mary youth centres.
Location: Exmouth and Ottery Youth Centre
Positions available: One
Closing Date: Sunday 22nd September 2024
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities?
Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and inspiring youth support worker.
About the job
Location: Exmouth and Ottery Youth Centre
Employment type: Permanent
Hours of work: 7 hours per week (2 evenings)
Positions available: 1
Salary: JNC: unqualified scale pt 5 - 6 (£23,496 - £23,825) pro rata; or qualified scale pt 7 - 10 (£24,121 - £26,341) pro rata
Deadline for application: Sunday 22nd September 2024
Interview Date: Tuesday 1st October - in the evening
Job Ref: DYS282
SPACE is an ambitious and innovative charity, driven by our values and seeking to support even more young people by developing current and new services. Our employees strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others. We value everyone's contribution and create safe spaces for exploration and growth.
Do you want to help us unlock potential with young people and their communities? Do you love a challenge?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Youth Support Worker to work at our youth centre in Exmouth and Ottery Youth Centre. The work will be part-time, permanent, 7 hours per week, and will include working 2 evenings per week and occasional weekends. Come and join a team of youth workers delivering high quality youth work. Learn new skills - training and support will be provided.
Recruiting for attitude and seeking candidates with a passion to work with young people and help them to unlock their potential. The role is fun, challenging and rewarding.
What is the role
Supporting youth work in a variety of settings
Being collaborative and a team player
Supporting the design and delivery of the youth work curriculum and programmes
Planning, evaluating and evidencing of youth work
About You:
Passion for supporting and advocating for the rights of young people
Creativity and solution focused thinking
Respectful with excellent empathy and kindness
Ability to be adaptable and reachout when you need help and support
High commitment to continuous professional practice
Prepared to reflect and learn from experiences
Space is an inclusive and learning organisation. Our employees should strive to achieve the best they can and must be committed to seeing the best in others
As part of our ambitions to improve equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under any of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act (2010), which include race, age, disability, gender, religion or belief, and sexual orientation.
What We Offer
Annual leave: 6 weeks for the first 5 years then increased to 7 weeks (pro-rata’d for part-time roles)
Additional 3 Statutory days given between Christmas and new year plus bank holidays
Pension contributions starting at 6% rising to 8% in the third year
Employee assistance programme 24/7
Casual dress code
Social occasions
Continuous Professional Development: Formal and informal training opportunities
Enhanced sick pay
Chromebook and work mobile
Value-driven culture
Join Us at Space Youth Services video
How to Apply
Please read the job description and apply by completing our application form, describing your passion for this role even if you don’t feel you meet every point in the description.
If you’d like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steve Brind on 07764326431 or for more information please visit www.spaceyouthservices.org.
To apply for this post please download and complete the attached application form and return this either via email as an MS Word document to recruitment@spacepsm.org or posting to DYS Space Ltd, 100 Club, Wear Barton Road, Exeter, Devon EX2 7EH
Deadline for applications: Sunday 22nd September 2024. The Interview will be held at Exmouth Youth Centre, The Hive at The Kennaway Centre, 10-12 Victoria Rd, Exmouth EX8 1DL on Tuesday 1st October 2024.
Safeguarding Statement and Pre-Employment Checks
At SPACE, we work with young people and are fully committed to ensuring their safeguarding and welfare is a priority at all times. As part of our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, all of our employees, contractors and volunteers will be expected to comply. Upon a conditional offer of appointment being made, all employees will also be required to satisfy our pre-employment screening process which will include:
An identity check (photo ID)
Receipt of satisfactory references cover for 3 years to current
Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK
A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Space Youth Service Trustee
Becoming a Trustee for Space provides an exciting and challenging opportunity to help shape the future development of youth services across Devon and beyond.
We are looking for candidates who will bring passion, drive and skills that will add value to Space. This expertise could include any number of skills beyond youth work, administration, management and teaching skills. All Trustees learn and develop on the job.
Don’t be put off if you think the role is daunting - there’s lots of support available.
About the job
Deadline for application: Open until appointment
Interview Date: Following weeks after applying
We are currently looking for 2 Trustees:
1 x Trustee with legal experience - To support us in navigating the legal aspects of our charity.
1 x Trustee with finance experience - To assist us in navigating the financial aspects of our charity.
The role of Trustee
Becoming a Trustee for Space provides an exciting and challenging opportunity to help shape the future development of youth services across Devon and beyond. We are looking for candidates who will bring passion, drive and skills that will add value to Space. This expertise could include any number of skills beyond youth work, administration, management and teaching skills. All Trustees learn and develop on the job.
Don’t be put off if you think the role is daunting - there’s lots of support available.
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The Board currently comprises ten Trustees, seven Independent Trustees (including the Chair) and three Staff Trustees (including the CEO). We have recently amended our Articles to allow for more Independent Trustees. These are part-time, voluntary roles, requiring a commitment of approximately one day per month. As a Board member you will be both a Director of the company and Trustees of the charity. This will entail having duties and responsibilities under company law and charity law. Whilst not onerous these must be taken seriously. More information regarding being a Trustee and the duties and responsibilities involved can be found here
Principal responsibilities
Trustees will:
Work closely with the Chair and other Trustees during their period of appointment
Ensure that Space complies with its governing document and pursues the objectives defined in it
Ensure that Space deploys resources exclusively in line with its objectives –the charity must not spend money on activities which are outside its objectives
Contribute actively to the Board’s role in giving strategic direction to the CEO and wider organisation, setting overall policy and evaluating performance
Safeguard the reputation and values of Space
Ensure the efficient administration of Space
Ensure Space’s sustainability
Protect and manage the property of the organisation and to ensure the proper investment of the organisation’s funds
Work with other trustees alongside the CEO to monitor his/her performance
In addition, and with other Trustees, each Trustee must hold the charity ‘in trust’ for current and future beneficiaries by:
Ensuring that the charity has a clear vision, purpose and strategic direction and is focused on achieving these
Being responsible for the performance of the charity and for its ‘corporate’ behaviour; ensuring that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
Acting as guardians of the charity’s assets, both tangible and intangible, taking due care over their security, deployment and proper application
Ensuring that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard
As well as the various statutory duties, any Trustee should make full use of any specific skills, knowledge or experience to help the Board make good decisions.
Person specification
Essential skills and experience:
Commitment to advocating for and implementing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion practices and challenging discrimination.
An understanding or interest in the issues and opportunities facing young people from all backgrounds and a full understanding of how youth work can address and realise these
An understanding of the challenges of leading an organisation in its development, or in periods of significant change
Impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences
Willingness to attend occasional daytime and evening events
A passion for supporting young people to reach their potential.
Experience of supporting a developing organisation that consistently evaluates and improves its services.
The ability to monitor, understand and respond to national youth, education and other policies which impact on young people and their communities.
Comfortable with ‘measured’ risk and innovation
Willingness to attend Board meetings and be available for and respond to telephone calls and electronic communication from the Leadership Team of Space
Great communication skills with an ability to influence and negotiate successfully - A ‘can do’ attitude
Desire to lead and inspire a team of professional, committed and motivated staff
Commitment to Space and a willingness to devote the necessary time and effort
Preparedness to make unpopular recommendations to the board and a willingness to speak their mind
Understanding the value of Space and willingness to grow awareness of the range of services on offer
Ability to think strategically and creatively with good independent judgement.
Ability to understand, analyse and challenge a range of information
Willingness to be available to staff for advice and enquiries on an ad hoc basis
An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
An understanding of the roles of the Chair, Trustees and CEO
How to Apply
Thank you for your initial interest in this opportunity to join Space’s Board of Trustees. We ask that you send a copy of your CV together with an Expression of Interest of no more than two sides of A4 addressing the following:
• What are your motivations for applying for the role of Trustee
• What area of expertise and what value do you feel you can bring to the role
To ensure fairness to all applicants, any decision to shortlist you for initial telephone screening will be based solely on the information that you supply on your CV and Expression of Interest. Therefore, it is important you give as much information as possible regarding why you wish to apply and what you think makes you a suitable candidate.
Completed CVs and Expressions of Interest should be sent by email to:
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Applicants must be over the age of 18
You will not be able to apply if you:
• Have an unspent conviction for an offence involving dishonesty or deception
• Are currently declared bankrupt, or are subject to bankruptcy restrictions orders or an interim order
• Have an individual voluntary arrangement to pay off debts with creditors
• Are disqualified from being a company director
• Have previously been removed as a trustee by either the Charity Commission or the High Court due to misconduct or mismanagement
It is an offence to act as a charity trustee while disqualified unless the Charity Commission has given a waiver under S.181(2) of the Charities Act 2011. You will not be able to apply if you are “associated” with Devon County Council. “Associated” means that you are currently an elected member or an officer of Devon County Council or have been an elected member within the preceding 4 years. This restriction is necessary to ensure the organisation’s independence in the eyes of the Charity Commission.
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At SPACE, we work with young people and are fully committed to ensuring their safeguarding and welfare is a priority at all times. As part of our Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, all of our employees, contractors and volunteers will be expected to comply. Upon a conditional offer of appointment being made, all employees will also be required to satisfy our pre-employment screening process which will include:
• An identity check (photo ID)
• Receipt of satisfactory references cover for 3 years to current
• Documentary evidence of right to work in the UK
• A satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)