We welcome you to YMCA Derbyshire.
We have been at the heart of the community in Derbyshire since 1847. While the scope of our work has changed considerably over the years, our vision hasn’t. Our holistic development in body, mind and spirit and our mission to break down barriers to achievement and help local people to fulfil their potential has remained our constant purpose.
Every year, we support over 300 individuals in our housing provision, enabling them to grow their confidence and move into education, training, employment and into independent living. Alongside this we provide a whole host of youth and community services including our own community gardens. We also provide training and education to 150 young people each year who find mainstream education more difficult, as well as high-quality childcare within our community.
Our team works hard to provide as much care and support for those who need it most, every day we make a difference.
Position:
Green Hub Youth Worker - Part Time
Based: London Road with a requirement to travel to other sites as required
Salary: £15250.80pa - £16034.40pa (depending on experience/qualifications)
Hours: 21 hrs per week
Post end Date: This is a temporary contract position of 21 hours per week starting on 1st June 2025 and ending on 31st March 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for you to join the YMCA; a charity at the heart of the community in Derbyshire. We are committed to helping people at times of need, regardless of gender, race, ability or faith. Our values to Protect, Trust, Hope and Persevere underpin all of our services across the county.
This role is part of the YMCA Derbyshire Youth and community offer and is an exciting opportunity to be part of the new Green hub project at the Wilmorton Community Gardens.
The role purpose is to empower and inspire young people 11-21 years old to achieve their potential by encouraging and supporting them to build upon their strengths and talents with a particular focus on activities within the outdoor environment. You will be required to design and deliver a programme of activities to develop the horticulture, countryside management, and practical work skills of young people to encourage them to live healthy independent lives in the future.
It will be essential for you to find creative and innovative ways to engage and motivate young people, and to give them a voice. Key to the project’s success will be your ability to build positive and mutually beneficial relationships with partner agencies and with our local community that will benefit the young people living in Derby.
Requirements:
* You must be a Fully Qualified Youth Worker or have relevant experience and be willing to work towards a youth work qualification.
* Knowledge and an understanding of the issues faced by young people experiencing disadvantage and the complexity of their needs.
* Knowledge of horticulture, countryside management and other outdoor activities.
* To be able to record information and produce written reports to a good standard.
A driving license and use of own car is essential.
At YMCA Derbyshire we aim to transform the lives of the people we work with for the better. We are looking for brilliant people who will ensure that safeguarding the people we work with is a priority.
The appointment is subject to YMCA Derbyshire receiving two satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and a six-month probationary period.
What we offer:
* 25 days holiday (pro rata) as standard with an extra 2 days after 5 years of service.
* People celebration event each year. (Celebrating our Peoples Achievements)
* Recognition initiatives such as employee of the year and star of the quarter.
* Smart Health app where you will have access to an online doctor for you and your family as well as nutritional advice and Mental Health assistance.
* Life Assurance 2 times your annual salary.
* Real Living Wage.
* Christmas/ Easter and Quarterly Treats.
* Your Birthday off every year.
* Long Service rewards.
* Training and Development.
* and more.
For an informal chat please contact Louise Curd on 07471351183 during the hours of 9am – 4pm.
Closing date: 20th March 2025 @8am
Interview Date: TBC
Vision: Our vision is enabling young people and communities to thrive:
– So, they can fulfil their dreams;
– have a safe space to learn and grow;
– feel equipped to belong, contribute and prosper; and
– feel supported to be active in body, mind and spirit.
Together we create places where people flourish.
Mission: To develop the whole person, body, mind and spirit.
Values: From 1 Corinthians 13:4-7
Protect | Trust | Hope | Persevere
YMCA Derbyshire are committed to providing dual professionalism opportunities.
We will do this by offering placements within other organisations in our community. By supporting dual professionalism, we will improve our development, increase our experiences and outcomes which will positively impact YMCA Derbyshire, our employees, our residents and learners and our communities.
Equality and Diversity Statement: YMCA Derbyshire is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of its operations. We value and embrace individual differences and believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity. We welcome people from all backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
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