YHA

For more than 90 years, YHA has believed in the transformative power of travel and adventure, particularly for young people and others who face barriers to accessing nature, the outdoors and shared cultural experiences. Through a unique network of around 120 hostels across England and Wales, YHA welcomes more than a million people each year, operating as both a charity and a large-scale social enterprise with a national footprint. In recent years, YHA, like many mission-driven organisations, has faced significant challenge. The pandemic, sustained inflation and structural shifts in the market have tested its operating model and financial resilience. In response, YHA has embarked on a clear, Board-backed programme of recovery and transformation, focused on long-term sustainability and impact. This is a defining moment in that journey. We are now seeking an exceptional Director of Finance & Performance to play a central role in reshaping YHA for the next generation. This is a senior strategic leadership role rather than a traditional finance director post. You will combine rigorous financial stewardship with a strong analytical and performance mindset, bringing clarity and confidence at a time when decisions matter. Working closely with the Executive Director of Resources & Transformation, the Executive Team and the Board, you will lead YHA's finance, performance management and business intelligence functions, strengthening financial foundations, governance and covenant compliance, and maintaining effective relationships with banks, auditors and regulators through a period of significant change. You will establish robust performance frameworks and high-quality management information that support evidence-led decision-making across the organisation. Your insight will underpin major strategic choices, including investment and asset optimisation, service delivery models, technology transformation and network change, helping YHA mature into a more consistently data-led organisation. We are keen to hear from experienced senior finance leaders from the charity, public or commercial sectors who see transformation as an opportunity rather than a burden. You will bring credibility at executive and board level, a strong track record of leading finance and performance through organisational change, and the resilience to balance short-term pressures with long-term ambition. Most importantly, you will be motivated by the opportunity to help secure the future of an organisation with a powerful social purpose. To find out more and apply, please visit: Closing date: Friday 20 February 2026

Housekeeping Assistant YHA South Downs Permanent, flexible contract 12 - 25 hours per week £12.21 per hour (applies to all, including those under the age of 21) Are you looking for a fun and varied job in hospitality? YHA South Downs are looking for a Housekeeping Team Member to join their team! YHA South Downs, located between Lewes and Newhaven, are seeking to recruit a housekeeper at our 68 bed hostel. You will be working within a team to clean bedrooms, bathrooms and communal spaces after check out. Shifts are typically 10-3, and you will be required to work 3 to 4 days a week, including weekends. Built around a 15th century farmhouse, the hostel has 13 bedrooms, glamping options and a cafe open to the public. We host all types of guests, from walkers and cyclists on the South Downs Way to School Groups on Residentials. We are located right next to Southease Train Station - so it's easy to reach us from Brighton, Seaford, Lewes and Newhaven Why work for YHA? Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive staff benefits that support your well-being and career growth: 10 nights free hostel stays per year for you and up to 3 friends or family Access to YHA's staff discount and cash back portal Free YHA Membership each year Access to support via our Employee Assistance Program There are many more benefits to working for YHA so please visit our YHA Jobs website for more information. What will you be doing as a Housekeeping Team Member? We are a friendly team and will provide the training required for you to undertake the role. However, there is plenty for you to get stuck into from day one, including: Cleaning and preparing bedrooms between guest departures and arrivals Maintaining the cleanliness of shower and toilet areas Keeping all areas of the hostel clean and tidy Efficiently undertaking housekeeping tasks, maintaining consistent cleanliness standards throughout the hostel Complying with YHA requirements for the use and storage of cleaning products Reporting any faults or damage to a member of the hostel management team Sorting and distributing used and unused linen What Skills and Experience do you need to be a Housekeeping Team Member? Our Housekeeping Team Members undertake a wide range of customer facing duties within the hostel, delivering an excellent service to all guests and visitors. To provide this service to our guests we are looking for the following qualities in our Housekeeping Team Members: Experience of working face to face with customers Experience of working in hospitality or customer service (desirable) Experience of working in a team - can help others to achieve a common goal Excellent timekeeping, with flexibility to cover different shifts - punctual, can work to deadlines Ability to manage varying pressures, include peaks in workload demands - can prioritise, able to deal with conflicting duties Basic IT skills (ideally Microsoft Office) - able to use Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel Knowledge and understanding of the core purpose of YHA - what YHA does and how we do it It's important to note that the role can be physically demanding, as our beds are predominantly bunk bed style. For more information about the role and the skills and experience required, please refer to the job description. At YHA, we understand the richness of life experiences, and we place just as much importance on lived experiences as we do on skills and knowledge. We provide a robust induction, ongoing training, and opportunities for personal growth. While certain roles may require specific skills, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Who are YHA? YHA is a social enterprise with a mission to enrich the lives of all, especially young people. YHA does this by providing brilliant hostel stays and experiences that improve physical health, mental wellbeing and life skills. If you would like to find out more about YHA the charity, the culture, the heritage and so much more please visit our jobs website. How do you apply? Submit your CV and complete the application form. If you need any assistance, please email Once the hiring manager has reviewed your application we will contact shortlisted candidates. We aim to get in touch within a reasonable amount of time after the closing date. PLEASE NOTE All relevant checks are in place to ensure safeguarding and legal requirements of safer recruitment are adhered to. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. YHA Job Title: Team Member