Client:
The Social Mobility Foundation
Location:
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
2594887fbaa5
Job Views:
2
Posted:
24.03.2025
Expiry Date:
08.05.2025
Job Description:
Description
Location: We operate a hybrid model of work, with flexible days in the office depending on business need and your preferences. In-office attendance is typically expected one day per week.
When in the office, you will be based in our Birmingham, Cardiff or Glasgow office, where you will attend in-person events and training sessions. Some travel to other offices and locations may be required.
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: While we envisage this being a full-time role (37.5 hours per week), we are open to flexible working arrangements such as part-time, compressed hours, and/or flexitime. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required, for which time off in lieu (TOIL) will be given.
Ideal start date: 28th April or as otherwise agreed with the candidate.
The Opportunity
The postholder will be responsible for supporting the delivery of our Aspiring Professionals Programme for young people, volunteers, and employer partners. Approximately 80% of this role will involve providing administrative support for the mentoring provision, with occasional in-person event support required.
1. Project Delivery Support
• Support the delivery of key projects including mentoring recruitment, DBS/PVG checks, mentor matching, and mentor-related event provision.
• Support key services delivered to participants and employer partners.
• Utilize tools and technologies such as Excel, our mentoring platform, and CRM systems.
• Deliver allocated student/mentoring events, presenting content to a high standard in line with Social Mobility Foundation messaging.
• Contribute to team meetings, sharing ideas and collaborating to solve problems creatively.
2. Monitoring and Evaluation
• Follow established procedures to monitor progress in your work area using accurate data.
• Reflect on your work areas, offering suggestions for efficiencies and process improvement.
• Contribute to evaluation for key work areas.
3. Stakeholder Management
• Handle and follow-up enquiries from students and mentors promptly and professionally.
4. Activity Delivery
• Support the delivery of mentoring provision through general administrative tasks.
• Coordinate, organize, and deliver mentoring events, internships, and in-person residential programs for students.
• Liaise with external stakeholders to arrange events, secure venues, and speakers.
• Stay on-site for day and overnight visits when needed.
Person Specification
Need to know:
* Basic Microsoft Office Suite
* A basic understanding of the barriers young people face in accessing university and careers
Able to:
* Carry out administrative tasks such as gathering data, preparing reports, and database management.
* Maintain records and produce clear written and oral reports.
* Stay on-site for day and overnight visits when needed.
We value ability and potential more than specific experience and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Annual leave: 33/34 days (England & Wales and Scotland respectively - includes bank and public holidays).
Other benefits: Cycle to Work Scheme; Employer pension contributions of 5% of qualifying earnings; Employee Assistance Programme; Flexible work options; Regular staff team building and business planning days.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply by submitting the following information to our application portal Pinpoint by 23:59 BST on Monday 31st March.
* Why would you like to work at the Social Mobility Foundation?
* What makes you a suitable candidate for this role?
Please note that generic applications and CVs will not be considered. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Eloise Baker: Eloise.baker@socialmobility.org.uk.
Interviews: First round interviews will take place between the 10th and 15th April with slots throughout the working day.
The Social Mobility Foundation is an award-winning national charity aiming to make a practical difference in social mobility.
It is our mission to unlock potential, broaden horizons, and create opportunities for ambitious young people facing structural barriers in education and work.
* Directly supporting students aged 16+ with university applications; professional mentoring; skills sessions and internships.
* Influencing employers through our Employer Index and training to ensure people from working-class backgrounds can get in and get on in professional life.
* Advocating for social mobility and seeking to influence policy making at both local and national government levels.
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