This is an exciting opportunity to join the Early Intervention and Prevention Service at Wakefield Council, working with the youth and family hubs, and partners from across the district as a Programmes and Interventions Coordinator. The Early Intervention and Prevention Service work with many partners in Wakefield, as part of Wakefield Families Together. Wakefield Families Together brings services together, to join up how we work, so that it’s easier for children, young people and families to find and access the support they need, at the earliest opportunity. The Programmes and Interventions Coordinator is an exciting and fast developing role. In the role you will: Lead on the development and coordination of district-wide regional and national youth work, programmes and interventions. Manage a Youth Team to plan and deliver district wide youth work in schools, youth centres, outdoor spaces and through detached work on the streets. Work with voluntary sector colleagues, other partners and young people to strengthen youth work and the youth offer in Wakefield. Support the Council to ensure that it best meets its statutory responsibility to ensure a sufficient and comprehensive youth offer of positive activities and informal learning opportunities is available for all young people and that this offer is effectively monitored and publicised. Work with colleagues and wider partners to identify funding opportunities to secure additional resources to meet gaps in the youth offer and ensure increased opportunities for vulnerable young people to engage in youth activity. We are looking for applicants with: A passion for youth work and working with children and young people. Experience of working and managing within the youth field Skills in project management and income generation Lots of relevant partnership experience The ability to motivate and lead a team If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council feel free to contact Andy Atkins. Tel: 07770823499 E-mail: aatkinswakefield.gov.uk To apply please click the Apply Now link below.