Please consult the Recruitment Pack on our website for Key Responsibilities and Person Specification before applying –
Location: Wrexham, including regional travel and to other WeMindTheGap communities
Salary: £25,500-£28,000 pro rata
Start Date: Monday 14th April 2025
Contract: Permanent, 30 hours per week
Annual Leave: 25 days pro rata per year plus Bank Holidays
Reporting to: Youth Programme Lead
Other benefits:
Pension – with combined contributions up to 8%
Free eye test
Branded workwear
Professional development and welfare support through WeMatter
Flexible and hybrid working considered
We are looking for our next Youth Development Officer: a role model who is there to make sure that our young people can make the most of every opportunity presented to them over the course of their WeMindTheGap programme, and beyond! Could you be who we’re looking for?
Do you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of young people? Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can use your skills and experience to help others reach their full potential? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! WeMindTheGap is seeking a passionate and dedicated Youth Development Officer to join our team. Someone who can be the ultimate role model for our Gappies, showing them what a responsible employee looks like, sharing life skills and experience in a way which encourages them to choose positive behaviours. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the successful delivery of our youth development programmes, providing support and guidance to young people.
How to apply:
To apply please send us your CV along with a one-page covering letter (or 2-minute video) outlining your suitability for the role. If you have accessibility requirements and wish to submit your application in a different format, please let us know.
Your application will be considered based on how well you match the person specification (see full Recruitment Pack on our website) for this role, and successful employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.
Upon shortlisting, you will be invited to a 3-hour 'Discovery Day', a group recruitment event consisting of a formal interview with both situational and competency-based questions, a group activity, the delivery of a mock practical session, and a chance to meet our teams and Gappie alumni.
Our recruitment process reflects how we treat our Gappies and employees. We want to foster a culture of constructive feedback and continuous improvement so encourage you to let us know how we can improve the candidate experience. Likewise, should you require feedback on your unsuccessful application, please get in touch.
Recruitment Timeline:
Applications close: Thursday 6th March 2025
Discovery Day in Wrexham: Wednesday 12th March 2025
Employment start date: Monday 14th April 2025
Please send your application and further questions to:
Rebecca Walton
07999 405040
Rebecca@wemindthegap.org.uk
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
WeMindTheGap accepts and welcomes the differences that makes up our community. We believe that diversity is a strength, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and respected. We actively oppose discrimination in all its forms and strive to ensure that everyone has the equal opportunity to succeed.
We recognise the importance of having a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. Our recruitment process and selection of staff will be strictly based on making it easier to build an inclusive workforce with a diverse culture. We actively recruit and retain employees from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or marital status.
WeMindTheGap is a registered Charity number 1161504
Funded by the National Lottery Community Fund