Organisation Manchester United Salary Competitive Location London Contract type Fixed Term (Full time) Closing date 14 August 2024 Job Description High School Partnership Delivery Officer - 18 Month FTC
Location: London
Manchester United Foundation believes every young person should feel empowered to achieve their goals and uses the power of football and Manchester United to support young people to make positive choices in their life.
We are committed to the continual growth and development of colleagues through access to skills platforms such as LinkedIn Learning. We also offer a range of wellbeing support, including an employee assistance programme, access to health checks, digital GPs & nutritionists through Aviva Digicare+ Workplace, enhanced family leave, plus schemes such as Cycle 2 Work and holiday purchasing, where you can buy up to 10 extra days of additional leave. You’ll have access to a complimentary lunch and parking every day, alongside gym facilities and regular colleague socials.
From a reward perspective, in recognition of high performance, all colleagues are entitled to an annual performance bonus. As a member of our team, you’ll also gain access to an exclusive range of club and partner discounts via our benefits platform, United Rewards.
The Purpose:
The Foundation delivers a wide range of educational, aspirational, leadership and personal development programs designed to develop young people to achieve their potential.
Based in a partner high school full time, the main responsibility of this role will be to deliver Foundation programs that support the development of student’s educational behaviours, attendance, and wellbeing.
Work with internal and external partners to provide students with aspirational experiences that raise confidence and self-esteem. Ensuring that all service level agreement objectives are met and surpassed through strategic planning, excellence in delivery, strong working relationships and continuous monitoring & evaluation.
The Role:
Work with the High School Partnership coordinator to provide, facilitate and deliver aspirational opportunities and experiences from both internal and external partners.
Build development plans that will increasingly challenge, enhance skills, shape a positive attitude in young people.
Plan and lead regular progress meetings with students to ensure their agreed personal development objectives remain relevant and on track.
Develop and manage effective working relationships with key stakeholders within the partnership including with local community groups and organisations.
Help create, develop and support a steering group network of key stakeholders to effectively manage the extended schools program. This will include, supporting the primary school and community engagement managers to successfully embed a Street Reds and primary partnership program.
Work with the High School Co-ordinator and recognised school representatives to manage, monitor evaluate and innovate the service level agreement objectives to ensure they remain relevant, unique and aligned to the strategic vision of the Foundation and the partner school.
As directed by the High School management team, maintain registers, collect all relevant data, information and evidence of good practice to support funding conditions and for the formulation of case studies.
Work with the High School management team to coordinate and facilitate external events to support SLA objectives and in the fostering of a team ethos within the High School Partnerships department.
Complete risk assessments to ensure a safe and healthy working environment at all times in accordance with Manchester United Foundation and Manchester United Football Club’s policies.
As directed by the High School management team, attend seminars, networking events and exhibitions relevant to the role, proactively using the information and learning to influence current and future partner school programmes and activities.
Ensure that the Foundation’s code of conduct is upheld in all activities, delivery and physical appearance.
The Person:
Education and Qualifications
Demonstration of academic achievement in High School and further education establishments.
Strong functional skills in Mathematics, English and IT.
A full and clean UK driving license (or recognised equivalent)
Level 2 sports coaching qualification.
Experience
Experience working (paid or volunteering) with children and young people, preferably within a charitable organisation, High School or sporting environment.
Proven ability of engaging with a range of stakeholders and external partners in order to achieve strategic and contractual objectives.
Experience of developing, delivering, monitoring and evaluating a range of physical, leadership and mentor support programs.
Experience of developing high quality partnerships and programs, demonstrating a passion for innovation, creativity and excellence.
Personal Attributes
Empathy towards others.
A passion for working with children, young people and hard to reach groups.
Ability to develop strong working relationships with young people and adults alike.
Self-driven individual who brings life and energy to their delivery.
Willingness to go above and beyond to support the development of young people.
Positive role model.
Consistent positive professional behaviours that inspire and energise others.
Excellent organisational skills.
Ability to adapt and diversify delivery in programs/sessions dependent on the needs of the group.
Inclusive leadership skills that bring together diverse individuals, groups & stakeholders.
Innovative and able to convert difficulties into successes.
Ability to work effectively as an individual and as a team member.
Forward planner.
Punctual.
Interpersonal Skills
Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening)
Ability to engage with a wide range of key stakeholders across a variety of age ranges and professional roles.
Excellent digital IT skills.
Ability to create concise, detailed reports/presentations to evidence impact of programs delivered.
Desirable:
Proven track record of improving young people’s physical development and educational performance.
Can evidence positive outcomes for young people relating to Mental Health and Wellbeing.
Recognised Leadership Qualification
Recognised Youth work qualification
If you'd like to submit your application, please do so by Wednesday, 14th August 2024.
Upon completing your application, you will receive an acknowledgment email. This email will confirm that the Talent Team will be in touch with you within one week of your submission.
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