We welcome you to YMCA Derbyshire. We have been at the heart of the community in Derbyshire since 1847. While the scope of our work has changed considerably over the years, our vision hasn’t. Our holistic development in body, mind and spirit and our mission to break down barriers to achievement and help local people to fulfil their potential has remained our constant purpose. Every year, we support over 300 individuals in our housing provision, enabling them to grow their confidence and move into education, training, employment and into independent living. Alongside this we provide a whole host of youth and community services including our own community gardens. We also provide training and education to 150 young people each year who find mainstream education more difficult, as well as high-quality childcare within our community. Our team works hard to provide as much care and support for those who need it most, every day we make a difference. Position: Role Title: Employability Coach Responsible To: UKSPF Thriving Futures Manager Salary: £26,910.81 Hours: 35 hrs per week Location: YMCA London road, with travel required to organisations as needed This role is subject to funding and will be a temporary contract position of 35 hours per week. Post end Date: 31st March 2025 This is an exciting opportunity for you to join the YMCA; a charity at the heart of the community in Derbyshire. We are committed to helping people at times of need, regardless of gender, race, ability or faith. Our values to Protect, Trust, Hope and Persevere underpin all of our services across the county. This new role is part of the YMCA Derbyshire Lifelong learning offer. This post is dedicated to coordinate and deliver 1 to 1 employability sessions as part of the Thriving Futures Project offering people within Erewash the support they require to access local training and jobs. This will involve working as part of a team to provide 1 to 1 support to a case load of project participants. This is a temporary contract 35 hours per week until 31 March 2025. We are seeking a creative thinker with a ‘can-do’ attitude and an ability to engage others to participate in events and courses to develop their maths skills. Requirements: The appointment is subject to YMCA Derbyshire receiving two satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and a six-month probationary period. A full driving licence and use of a car is essential. Other information: What we offer: Generous Annual leave 3% Pension contributions 35 hour working week Real Living Wage Uniform Provided Flexible working Costco Card Christmas/Easter Gifts Quarterly Treats Bike to Work Scheme Free parking Life assurance scheme Pets At Work programme Eye Test contributions Birthday leave Welcome Gift bag on first day Long Service rewards Training and Development YMCA Derbyshire are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Employer'. If you’re disabled, we will guarantee you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role you’ve applied for. Are you a disabled candidate who would like to apply on this basis? If you do not wish to apply under the scheme, but do require us to make reasonable adjustments for you to attend an interview, then please let us know what those adjustments will be. For an informal chat please contact Jenni Hewkin on 07513718497 during the hours of 9am – 5pm Wednesday - Friday. Closing date; 26th April 2024 Interviews to be held; TBC Vision Our vision is enabling young people and communities to thrive: – So, they can fulfil their dreams; – have a safe space to learn and grow; – feel equipped to belong, contribute and prosper; and – feel supported to be active in body, mind and spirit. Together we create places where people flourish. Mission To develop the whole person, body, mind and spirit. Values From 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Protect | Trust | Hope | Persevere YMCA Derbyshire are committed to providing dual professionalism opportunities We will do this by offering placements within other organisations in our community. By supporting dual professionalism, we will improve our development, increase our experiences and outcomes which will positively impact YMCA Derbyshire, our employees, our residents and learners and our communities. Equality and Diversity Statement YMCA Derbyshire is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of its operations. We value and embrace individual differences and believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.