We are looking for a Youth Employability Team Leader to cover a 12-month maternity leave contract. The Youth Employability Service (YES) in East Sussex offers information, advice, support and guidance to young people in academic years 12 and 13 who are not in education, employment or training (NEET). The service helps them to explore their options, plan and then take their next steps. The Youth Employability Team Leader Role Focused on ensuring high performance and excellent standards of service delivery. You will be used to working with both people and data, using metrics and management skills to make sure young people progress and get the most from the service. Line managing up to 10 team members, you will also be able to advise on issues of safeguarding and risk management You will be skilled and knowledgeable in liaising with the wide range of agencies supporting the young people. The Yes Team The YES team supports young people at the bases, partner venues, and in community settings. The team assesses and develops an action plan with young people, supporting them to understand their options and take steps toward achieving their goals around education, training, and/or employment. Minimum Criteria Maths and English GCSE grade C or above (or equivalent) A commitment to undertake all necessary training for the role Essential Criteria Relationship Management: Demonstrable experience of holding positive professional relationships with colleagues and external stakeholders working with young people, finding workable solutions to challenges Line Management: Demonstrable experience of successfully managing small teams, ensuring quality in delivery and staff development Proficiency in using a range of applications and systems: Experienced with Microsoft Office and other databases/ CRMs Performance Management: Experience of managing staff performance using data and other metrics, establishing plans for performance improvement if needed Travel: qualified to drive and has access to a vehicle for work purposes Employee Experience This exciting role within the YES team provides the opportunity for you to support and motivate a great team to continue their amazing work with young people. The role requires initiative, and there is flexibility in how you manage your diary. The focus is on managing the team, meeting the service requirements, and maintaining our high standards. Benefits of working with us Our employee benefits include: 30-33 days holiday, plus bank holidays Defined contribution pension scheme Benenden private healthcare cover Flexible working Training and development programmes and opportunities Mental and physical healthcare initiatives Recruitment Timeline Vacancy closing date: Monday 24th March 2025 at 9:00 am Interviews dates: From 1st April 2025