Empower
Empower Youth Zones is the charity that oversees the creation, management and sustainability of Youth Zones in Manchester and Salford. These include HideOut Youth Zone located in Gorton (East Manchester) which opened in 2020, and Salford Youth Zone located in Pendleton, which opened to young people in June 2025. HideOut and Salford Youth Zone provide children and young people aged 8-19 and up to 25 for those with additional needs with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to. What is the Role? We are looking for an exceptional Director of Youth Work & Impact to lead our life changing work with young people. As Director of Youth Work & Impact, you will shape and drive the entire youth work offer across both Youth Zones. You'll lead programme development, ensure delivery is high quality and inclusive, and make sure our work has measurable impact on the lives of children and young people aged 8-19 (and up to 25 with additional needs) You will establish and oversee a robust Monitoring & Evaluation framework, to measure outcomes, track delivery against KPIs, and provide clear insights that inform strategic decisions by the CEO and Board. Alongside this, you will lead safeguarding as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, manage programme budgets, and provide line management to senior operational staff. Through strong leadership, strategic planning and a commitment to high performance, you will ensure both Youth Zones deliver inspiring, impactful and safe experiences for every young person who walks through our doors, creating opportunities for them to have a voice and influence decisions that affect them You'll also be a visible leader across Greater Manchester - representing Empower Youth Zones at key events and meetings, strengthening partnerships and advocating for our work. This is a rare opportunity to be at the heart of a growing movement dedicated to giving every young person the chance to realise their full potential and thrive. What will I be doing? Lead strategic and operational planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of youth delivery programmes across HideOut and Salford Youth Zones, embedding the national youth work curriculum into all programme areas. Through effective leadership and line management of the Heads of Youth Work, ensure programme design and delivery aligns with organisational objectives and meets the needs of young people. Establish a Monitoring and Evaluation framework (linking Onside's Excellence Framework) across operational Youth Zone delivery to inform the CEO and Board (measure impact, monitor delivery plan and KPIs against strategy) ensuring a high level of quality assurance, accountability and continuous improvement. Build and maintain strong relationships with delivery partners, funders, national and regional youth sector infrastructure organisations and other key stakeholders. Act as the charity's lead representative at local events, conferences and meetings (Local, GM & City Wide Youth Partnerships, VCS boards, Local Authority Partnership and neighbourhood groups etc) to advocate for our work Provide strategic leadership and management of every aspect of the Youth Zone's services to young people, including our work with external partners ensure they meet performance and safeguarding standards Take responsibility as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are upheld across all programme activities, supporting the wider team to manage any concerns or incidents appropriately, creating a safe and inclusive environment. Embed a pro-active planning culture throughout the organisation with effective planning taking place at all levels, to execute the Charity's strategic goals in the most efficient and effective way, that delivers our priorities and contributes to the core values of the charity Set and manage budgets effectively, ensuring financial accountability and value for money, and work with Finance to meet financial planning, reporting and management requirements. Support the CEO to develop the risk register for the charity so trustees can easily identify major issues and ensure effective mitigation procedures are in place and regularly reviewed Through effective Line Management of Empower's Head of Youth Work and Partnerships and Data and Insights Manager, ensure they have all the support and resources needed to enable the Charity to be fully compliant with all relevant reporting requirements and ensure necessary processes and procedures are in place across both youth zones. Work closely with the Director of People to develop, implement and regularly review a workforce development plan for all staff and volunteers working with children and young people, ensuring professional youth work values and principles are embedded throughout our practise Integrate equity, diversity and inclusion principles and practice across programme delivery using equity impact assessments and ensuring EDI is a core component of training and onboarding for all partners and stakeholders. To undertake any other reasonably required duties as instructed by someone acting on Chief Executive's behalf, in addition to the role-specific tasks and responsibilities detailed above. What else will I need to do? Be a role model for young people and present a positive "can do" attitude Take personal responsibility for own actions Provide strong leadership to the programmes team, setting clear direction and fostering a high -performance culture Represent Empower Youth Zones positively and effectively in all dealings with internal colleagues, and external partners Champion innovation and continuous improvement in programme delivery Comply with all policies and procedures, with particular reference to safeguarding, codes of conduct, health and safety and equality and diversity to ensure all activities are accessible Promote a collaborative and inclusive working environment, both within the organisation and with external partners Assist with any promotional activities and visits that take place at the Youth Zone Actively promote the Youth Zone and positively contribute towards increasing Youth Zone membership.
Empower Youth Zones is the charity that oversees the creation, management and sustainability of Youth Zones in Manchester and Salford. These include HideOut Youth Zone located in Gorton (East Manchester) which opened in 2020, and Salford Youth Zone located in Pendleton, which opened to young people in June 2025. HideOut and Salford Youth Zone provide children and young people aged 8-19 and up to 25 for those with additional needs with somewhere safe to go, something positive to do and someone trusted to talk to. What is the Role? We are looking for an exceptional Director of Youth Work & Impact to lead our life changing work with young people. As Director of Youth Work & Impact, you will shape and drive the entire youth work offer across both Youth Zones. You'll lead programme development, ensure delivery is high quality and inclusive, and make sure our work has measurable impact on the lives of children and young people aged 8-19 (and up to 25 with additional needs) You will establish and oversee a robust Monitoring & Evaluation framework, to measure outcomes, track delivery against KPIs, and provide clear insights that inform strategic decisions by the CEO and Board. Alongside this, you will lead safeguarding as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, manage programme budgets, and provide line management to senior operational staff. Through strong leadership, strategic planning and a commitment to high performance, you will ensure both Youth Zones deliver inspiring, impactful and safe experiences for every young person who walks through our doors, creating opportunities for them to have a voice and influence decisions that affect them You'll also be a visible leader across Greater Manchester - representing Empower Youth Zones at key events and meetings, strengthening partnerships and advocating for our work. This is a rare opportunity to be at the heart of a growing movement dedicated to giving every young person the chance to realise their full potential and thrive. What will I be doing? Lead strategic and operational planning, delivery, and continuous improvement of youth delivery programmes across HideOut and Salford Youth Zones, embedding the national youth work curriculum into all programme areas. Through effective leadership and line management of the Heads of Youth Work, ensure programme design and delivery aligns with organisational objectives and meets the needs of young people. Establish a Monitoring and Evaluation framework (linking Onside's Excellence Framework) across operational Youth Zone delivery to inform the CEO and Board (measure impact, monitor delivery plan and KPIs against strategy) ensuring a high level of quality assurance, accountability and continuous improvement. Build and maintain strong relationships with delivery partners, funders, national and regional youth sector infrastructure organisations and other key stakeholders. Act as the charity's lead representative at local events, conferences and meetings (Local, GM & City Wide Youth Partnerships, VCS boards, Local Authority Partnership and neighbourhood groups etc) to advocate for our work Provide strategic leadership and management of every aspect of the Youth Zone's services to young people, including our work with external partners ensure they meet performance and safeguarding standards Take responsibility as Empower's Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are upheld across all programme activities, supporting the wider team to manage any concerns or incidents appropriately, creating a safe and inclusive environment. Embed a pro-active planning culture throughout the organisation with effective planning taking place at all levels, to execute the Charity's strategic goals in the most efficient and effective way, that delivers our priorities and contributes to the core values of the charity Set and manage budgets effectively, ensuring financial accountability and value for money, and work with Finance to meet financial planning, reporting and management requirements. Support the CEO to develop the risk register for the charity so trustees can easily identify major issues and ensure effective mitigation procedures are in place and regularly reviewed Through effective Line Management of Empower's Head of Youth Work and Partnerships and Data and Insights Manager, ensure they have all the support and resources needed to enable the Charity to be fully compliant with all relevant reporting requirements and ensure necessary processes and procedures are in place across both youth zones. Work closely with the Director of People to develop, implement and regularly review a workforce development plan for all staff and volunteers working with children and young people, ensuring professional youth work values and principles are embedded throughout our practise Integrate equity, diversity and inclusion principles and practice across programme delivery using equity impact assessments and ensuring EDI is a core component of training and onboarding for all partners and stakeholders. To undertake any other reasonably required duties as instructed by someone acting on Chief Executive's behalf, in addition to the role-specific tasks and responsibilities detailed above. What else will I need to do? Be a role model for young people and present a positive "can do" attitude Take personal responsibility for own actions Provide strong leadership to the programmes team, setting clear direction and fostering a high -performance culture Represent Empower Youth Zones positively and effectively in all dealings with internal colleagues, and external partners Champion innovation and continuous improvement in programme delivery Comply with all policies and procedures, with particular reference to safeguarding, codes of conduct, health and safety and equality and diversity to ensure all activities are accessible Promote a collaborative and inclusive working environment, both within the organisation and with external partners Assist with any promotional activities and visits that take place at the Youth Zone Actively promote the Youth Zone and positively contribute towards increasing Youth Zone membership.
RLSS UK
Worcester, Worcestershire
JOB TITLE: Campaign Manager CONTRACT: Permanent, Part Time(21 hours per week) Working pattern to be discussed and agreed ORGANISATION: Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) DEPARTMENT: Income Generation and Engagement LOCATION: RLSS UK Head Office, Worcester/Hybrid REPORTS TO: Senior Head of Communications and Marketing SALARY:£33,504.00 (Grade C) Pro-rata for Part Time Hours ABOUT RLSS UK The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education, so everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people to enjoy water safely and achieve our vision: communities free from drowning. JOB PURPOSE The Campaign Manager will lead RLSS UK s flagship national campaigns, ensuring they are insight-driven, behaviour-changing, and capable of empowering communities to stay safe around water. Working collaboratively across the organisation and with external partners, you will create compelling, impactful campaigns that raise awareness, shift behaviours, elevate water safety standards, and bring our mission to life for millions of people. This role is central to how RLSS UK educates, influences, and protects communities across the UK and Ireland. ROLE OVERVIEW From honing our campaign strategy to sparking collaborations with external organisations and delivering creative and engaging content, you ll be a key player in shaping how RLSS UK and our work are seen by the public and partners. You will lead the development and delivery of impactful, insight-driven campaigns that increase public awareness of both RLSS UK and the importance of water safety, share the skills and knowledge needed to prevent drowning, and engage and educate diverse audiences to amplify RLSS UK s mission. Working closely with colleagues across marketing and communications, policy and public affairs, education, and membership, you will create compelling campaigns that inspire action, strengthen our brand presence, and educate. You will collaborate with partners, members, stakeholders, supporters, and media outlets to ensure RLSS UK remains a trusted national voice in water safety. Through strategic storytelling, public mobilisation, and cross-channel campaign delivery, your work will help influence behaviours, shape understanding, and ultimately reduce accidental drownings. KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Campaign Leadership Lead, develop, and deliver RLSS UK s major national public campaigns, including: - Drowning Prevention Week - Don t Drink and Drown - Splash Safely at Home - Project manage the end-to-end delivery of multichannel campaigns (digital, print, PR, in-person events, and partner channels). Ensure all campaigns are insight-led, supported by relevant data and evidence, designed to be inclusive and accessible, and effectively reach audiences at higher risk of drowning. Support public-facing communications for policy and public affairs, including web, email, and social channels. Contribute to organisation-wide planning, ensuring campaigns support fundraising, education, and membership goals where appropriate. Develop end to end campaign journeys for supporters, partners, and stakeholders who engage with or pledge support, to deepen involvement, encourage advocacy, and maximise long term impact. Work proactively across internal directorates to co create and deliver campaigns that maximise reach, effectiveness, and impact. Conduct audience and stakeholder mapping for each campaign to identify priority groups, collaboration opportunities, and the most effective channels, partners, and messengers to maximise reach and impact. Ensure every campaign has a documented project plan, agreed before launch, with defined objectives, timelines, roles, and KPIs. Creative Development & Content Produce engaging, accessible, and inclusive content that resonates with diverse audiences and consistently adheres to RLSS UK brand guidelines. Lead creative development, case study sourcing, storytelling, celebrity/influencer engagement, and campaign assets. Drive user generated content as a core engagement strategy, encouraging partners, members, and the RLSS UK community to share stories, visuals, and experiences that support campaign objectives. Partnerships & Collaboration Build strong partnerships with communities and organisations, including emergency services, sports bodies, youth groups, and local authorities, to amplify campaign reach and impact. Support the participation of people with lived experience in campaigns, including bereaved families, with care and tact, ensuring authentic and meaningful involvement. Proactively identify and develop new partnerships, influencer and celebrity relationships to expand the reach, engagement and impact of each major campaign. Delivery & Campaign Operations Oversee campaign production schedules, asset development, and delivery across all channels. Maintain campaign budgets and align spending with goals. Develop and maintain campaign specific brand guidance to support consistent use of RLSS UK messaging, tone of voice, and visual identity across all channels and audiences. Create and manage campaign packs for partners that set clear requirements for the correct use of the RLSS UK name, assets, messaging, and attribution, ensuring consistent representation across all partner activity. Ensure all campaign activity is consistent with RLSS UK brand guidelines, inclusive and accessible, on-brand, compliant, and aligned with RLSS UK s strategic priorities. Ensure all campaign materials are reviewed and approved in line with RLSS UK brand governance processes prior to public launch. Evaluation & Reporting Set clear campaign KPIs and monitor performance using robust, insight-driven metrics. Provide regular reporting on campaign reach, engagement, outcomes, and contribution to reducing drowning risk. Complete post campaign evaluations within agreed timeframes, identifying clear, actionable recommendations to inform continuous improvement across future campaigns. Use campaign evaluations, performance data, and insight to drive measurable year on year improvement in campaign outcomes, applying learning consistently to improve reach, engagement, and impact. Other Duties & Responsibilities All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager. Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK s compliance programme. To demonstrate and uphold the Society s values and behavioural standards at all times. To help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality. This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Proven experience in delivering multi-channel public campaigns Strong project management skills Ability to analyse insight and use data and evidence to translate learning into a campaign strategy Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to collaborate across teams and with external partners Experience managing content development Understanding of how campaigns influence behaviour and public awareness Ability to create simple, compelling messaging and narratives from complex information Budget management experience Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Experience of behaviour change campaigns Experience working with education charities, emergency services, or safety organisations Experience developing campaigns involving lived experience Ability to work collaboratively with senior stakeholders and celebrities WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday Private Medical Scheme Enhanced Society Sick Pay Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured Life Assurance Scheme Howdens Sports Benefits Free RLSS UK Membership Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine Free on-site parking when working from HQ Company Events and more! Subject to eligibility criteria YOUR APPLICATION Please send your CV and a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Income Generation and Engagement team Closing Date 11.59pm, Wednesday 13 May 2026 Interview Date Thursday 21 and Friday 22 May 2026, at our Worcester Head Office . click apply for full job details
JOB TITLE: Campaign Manager CONTRACT: Permanent, Part Time(21 hours per week) Working pattern to be discussed and agreed ORGANISATION: Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) DEPARTMENT: Income Generation and Engagement LOCATION: RLSS UK Head Office, Worcester/Hybrid REPORTS TO: Senior Head of Communications and Marketing SALARY:£33,504.00 (Grade C) Pro-rata for Part Time Hours ABOUT RLSS UK The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is the leading charity for water safety and drowning prevention in the UK and Ireland. Our mission is to save lives by being the leader in lifesaving, lifeguarding, and water safety education, so everyone can enjoy water safely. We share our expertise, skills, and knowledge to empower people to enjoy water safely and achieve our vision: communities free from drowning. JOB PURPOSE The Campaign Manager will lead RLSS UK s flagship national campaigns, ensuring they are insight-driven, behaviour-changing, and capable of empowering communities to stay safe around water. Working collaboratively across the organisation and with external partners, you will create compelling, impactful campaigns that raise awareness, shift behaviours, elevate water safety standards, and bring our mission to life for millions of people. This role is central to how RLSS UK educates, influences, and protects communities across the UK and Ireland. ROLE OVERVIEW From honing our campaign strategy to sparking collaborations with external organisations and delivering creative and engaging content, you ll be a key player in shaping how RLSS UK and our work are seen by the public and partners. You will lead the development and delivery of impactful, insight-driven campaigns that increase public awareness of both RLSS UK and the importance of water safety, share the skills and knowledge needed to prevent drowning, and engage and educate diverse audiences to amplify RLSS UK s mission. Working closely with colleagues across marketing and communications, policy and public affairs, education, and membership, you will create compelling campaigns that inspire action, strengthen our brand presence, and educate. You will collaborate with partners, members, stakeholders, supporters, and media outlets to ensure RLSS UK remains a trusted national voice in water safety. Through strategic storytelling, public mobilisation, and cross-channel campaign delivery, your work will help influence behaviours, shape understanding, and ultimately reduce accidental drownings. KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Campaign Leadership Lead, develop, and deliver RLSS UK s major national public campaigns, including: - Drowning Prevention Week - Don t Drink and Drown - Splash Safely at Home - Project manage the end-to-end delivery of multichannel campaigns (digital, print, PR, in-person events, and partner channels). Ensure all campaigns are insight-led, supported by relevant data and evidence, designed to be inclusive and accessible, and effectively reach audiences at higher risk of drowning. Support public-facing communications for policy and public affairs, including web, email, and social channels. Contribute to organisation-wide planning, ensuring campaigns support fundraising, education, and membership goals where appropriate. Develop end to end campaign journeys for supporters, partners, and stakeholders who engage with or pledge support, to deepen involvement, encourage advocacy, and maximise long term impact. Work proactively across internal directorates to co create and deliver campaigns that maximise reach, effectiveness, and impact. Conduct audience and stakeholder mapping for each campaign to identify priority groups, collaboration opportunities, and the most effective channels, partners, and messengers to maximise reach and impact. Ensure every campaign has a documented project plan, agreed before launch, with defined objectives, timelines, roles, and KPIs. Creative Development & Content Produce engaging, accessible, and inclusive content that resonates with diverse audiences and consistently adheres to RLSS UK brand guidelines. Lead creative development, case study sourcing, storytelling, celebrity/influencer engagement, and campaign assets. Drive user generated content as a core engagement strategy, encouraging partners, members, and the RLSS UK community to share stories, visuals, and experiences that support campaign objectives. Partnerships & Collaboration Build strong partnerships with communities and organisations, including emergency services, sports bodies, youth groups, and local authorities, to amplify campaign reach and impact. Support the participation of people with lived experience in campaigns, including bereaved families, with care and tact, ensuring authentic and meaningful involvement. Proactively identify and develop new partnerships, influencer and celebrity relationships to expand the reach, engagement and impact of each major campaign. Delivery & Campaign Operations Oversee campaign production schedules, asset development, and delivery across all channels. Maintain campaign budgets and align spending with goals. Develop and maintain campaign specific brand guidance to support consistent use of RLSS UK messaging, tone of voice, and visual identity across all channels and audiences. Create and manage campaign packs for partners that set clear requirements for the correct use of the RLSS UK name, assets, messaging, and attribution, ensuring consistent representation across all partner activity. Ensure all campaign activity is consistent with RLSS UK brand guidelines, inclusive and accessible, on-brand, compliant, and aligned with RLSS UK s strategic priorities. Ensure all campaign materials are reviewed and approved in line with RLSS UK brand governance processes prior to public launch. Evaluation & Reporting Set clear campaign KPIs and monitor performance using robust, insight-driven metrics. Provide regular reporting on campaign reach, engagement, outcomes, and contribution to reducing drowning risk. Complete post campaign evaluations within agreed timeframes, identifying clear, actionable recommendations to inform continuous improvement across future campaigns. Use campaign evaluations, performance data, and insight to drive measurable year on year improvement in campaign outcomes, applying learning consistently to improve reach, engagement, and impact. Other Duties & Responsibilities All other duties reasonably associated with your role, as directed by the Line Manager. Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up-to-date documentation as part of RLSS UK s compliance programme. To demonstrate and uphold the Society s values and behavioural standards at all times. To help create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday actions ensure we meet our duty to uphold and promote equality. This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the organisation. PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Proven experience in delivering multi-channel public campaigns Strong project management skills Ability to analyse insight and use data and evidence to translate learning into a campaign strategy Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to collaborate across teams and with external partners Experience managing content development Understanding of how campaigns influence behaviour and public awareness Ability to create simple, compelling messaging and narratives from complex information Budget management experience Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes Experience of behaviour change campaigns Experience working with education charities, emergency services, or safety organisations Experience developing campaigns involving lived experience Ability to work collaboratively with senior stakeholders and celebrities WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU Annual Leave based on 27 days + Bank Holidays + a discretionary day off for your birthday Private Medical Scheme Enhanced Society Sick Pay Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme via Health Assured Life Assurance Scheme Howdens Sports Benefits Free RLSS UK Membership Free tea and coffee when working from HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine Free on-site parking when working from HQ Company Events and more! Subject to eligibility criteria YOUR APPLICATION Please send your CV and a Cover Letter outlining why you should join our Income Generation and Engagement team Closing Date 11.59pm, Wednesday 13 May 2026 Interview Date Thursday 21 and Friday 22 May 2026, at our Worcester Head Office . click apply for full job details
Sight for Surrey
Volunteering and Community Engagement Manager Salary: £35,000 Full time annual leave entitlement is 28 days per annum Are you a dynamic individual who can develop, lead and grow our volunteering and community engagement work in Surrey? Do you thrive on working with people, helping to empower them to use their skills and experiences to help others in the community? Can you make a difference at a local Surrey charity? We are seeking a hard-working, driven and flexible individual to develop, lead and grow our volunteering and community engagement team to raise awareness and increase engagement locally of our vital work. What you ll be doing: Be an effective manager, line managing our Volunteering and Community Engagement teams with passion, creativity and purpose. Working with local partner organisations, building relationships whilst exploring possible funding/joint working/event opportunities, and supporting the teams to make sure they are best placed to have the biggest impact for the people we enable and empower. Develop and maintain strategic community engagement relationships across the county, in collaboration with Senior Managers, including those with Local Area Committees (LAC)/Neighbourhood Area Committees, and with the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise sector infrastructure organisation in each area (for example, Voluntary Action Surrey East) as well as those working across the county including Surrey Community Action, Surrey Youth Focus, Surrey Minority Ethnic Forum, and Surrey Coalition of Disabled People. Organise and facilitate our Breaking Down Barriers Workshops, and other similar initiatives inspiring change and inclusion across Surrey. Drive forward our volunteering and engagement strategies shaping policies, streamlining processes, and ensuring our work reflects best practice and legislation. Working with colleagues in other teams to create a culture where community engagement is at the heart of everything we do. Using innovation and creativity to design and deliver new projects focussed on community engagement, and maximising community participation for those we support. Promoting and demonstrating a strengths-based, asset based community development approach, to ensure the people we support have the opportunities to be involved in all aspects of our work and in the community. Ability to work flexibly according to the business need, which will include organising and attending community engagement events during the evening and at weekends. We re seeking someone who has the following skills: Direct experience of line managing a team of staff and providing team leadership Relevant experience in the management of a volunteering programme, or extensive experience of directly managing volunteers with the ability to step up into this role Knowledge and understanding of volunteering best practice, strategy and policy Demonstrable experience of community engagement projects, working directly with beneficiaries and in building relationships with partner organisations Planning and organisational skills, including ability to plan, prioritise and deliver a complex workload Strong presentation skills, sufficient to deliver engaging training to staff and volunteers Strong communication skills verbal and written, and ability to relate well to people from all backgrounds Experience using Microsoft Office and confident in using a database Understanding of data protection requirements and confidentiality Able to champion the role and contribution of volunteers Ability to engage and influence colleagues What we offer: Salary: £35,000 plus 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays). Pension: We match contributions up to 6%. Wellbeing: Annual flu vaccination, eye tests, and contributions towards work-related glasses. Development: Ongoing training tailored to your role and career growth. A supportive, inclusive culture where your ideas and leadership will directly shape the future of volunteering and community engagement in Surrey. Join us and be part of a team that changes lives every day. Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey has been established for over 100 years. We enable and empower people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, partially sighted, and deafblind to overcome barriers to be as independent as possible and thrive in their communities. We are a countywide charity based in Fetcham, near Leatherhead.
Volunteering and Community Engagement Manager Salary: £35,000 Full time annual leave entitlement is 28 days per annum Are you a dynamic individual who can develop, lead and grow our volunteering and community engagement work in Surrey? Do you thrive on working with people, helping to empower them to use their skills and experiences to help others in the community? Can you make a difference at a local Surrey charity? We are seeking a hard-working, driven and flexible individual to develop, lead and grow our volunteering and community engagement team to raise awareness and increase engagement locally of our vital work. What you ll be doing: Be an effective manager, line managing our Volunteering and Community Engagement teams with passion, creativity and purpose. Working with local partner organisations, building relationships whilst exploring possible funding/joint working/event opportunities, and supporting the teams to make sure they are best placed to have the biggest impact for the people we enable and empower. Develop and maintain strategic community engagement relationships across the county, in collaboration with Senior Managers, including those with Local Area Committees (LAC)/Neighbourhood Area Committees, and with the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise sector infrastructure organisation in each area (for example, Voluntary Action Surrey East) as well as those working across the county including Surrey Community Action, Surrey Youth Focus, Surrey Minority Ethnic Forum, and Surrey Coalition of Disabled People. Organise and facilitate our Breaking Down Barriers Workshops, and other similar initiatives inspiring change and inclusion across Surrey. Drive forward our volunteering and engagement strategies shaping policies, streamlining processes, and ensuring our work reflects best practice and legislation. Working with colleagues in other teams to create a culture where community engagement is at the heart of everything we do. Using innovation and creativity to design and deliver new projects focussed on community engagement, and maximising community participation for those we support. Promoting and demonstrating a strengths-based, asset based community development approach, to ensure the people we support have the opportunities to be involved in all aspects of our work and in the community. Ability to work flexibly according to the business need, which will include organising and attending community engagement events during the evening and at weekends. We re seeking someone who has the following skills: Direct experience of line managing a team of staff and providing team leadership Relevant experience in the management of a volunteering programme, or extensive experience of directly managing volunteers with the ability to step up into this role Knowledge and understanding of volunteering best practice, strategy and policy Demonstrable experience of community engagement projects, working directly with beneficiaries and in building relationships with partner organisations Planning and organisational skills, including ability to plan, prioritise and deliver a complex workload Strong presentation skills, sufficient to deliver engaging training to staff and volunteers Strong communication skills verbal and written, and ability to relate well to people from all backgrounds Experience using Microsoft Office and confident in using a database Understanding of data protection requirements and confidentiality Able to champion the role and contribution of volunteers Ability to engage and influence colleagues What we offer: Salary: £35,000 plus 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays). Pension: We match contributions up to 6%. Wellbeing: Annual flu vaccination, eye tests, and contributions towards work-related glasses. Development: Ongoing training tailored to your role and career growth. A supportive, inclusive culture where your ideas and leadership will directly shape the future of volunteering and community engagement in Surrey. Join us and be part of a team that changes lives every day. Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey has been established for over 100 years. We enable and empower people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, partially sighted, and deafblind to overcome barriers to be as independent as possible and thrive in their communities. We are a countywide charity based in Fetcham, near Leatherhead.
Hastings Commons
Hastings, Sussex
Youth Club Leader We are looking for a Youth Club Leader to oversee the operations of the youth club. Join an exciting organisation pioneering a bold new model of community-led regeneration, building a future shaped by and accountable to young people. More than a collection of buildings, it is a living network of homes, workspaces, and social spaces where youth voice drives decisions and imagination leads change. By taking derelict sites into community ownership and transforming them into vibrant, affordable places, the Commons proves that regeneration can be inclusive, creative, and sustainable. This is not just about preserving the past but creating a future where young people have real power to shape their town, their opportunities, and their shared neighbourhood. Position: Youth Club Leader Location: Eagle House, Hastings/Hybrid Hours: Full-time Salary: £33,000 per annum, plus amazing benefits Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 21st October 2025 About the Role The Youth Commons is a really important project, seeking to support young people to build confidence and agency and take more control over their environment. You will ensure a safe and engaging environment for young people aged 11-18. This includes managing the youth team, developing and delivering programs, planning and coordinating activities, and promoting youth participation. You will also handle tasks like budgeting, reporting, and record keeping You will support young people to actively participate in and influence the development of the Commons as well as contribute to conversations with local and national decision makers. No day will be the same, so we are looking for someone with passion and energy to continue this very unique, fulfilling and impactful project. What you will do Ensure the smooth running of the youth club Be the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Ensure appropriate staff supervision around reviewing safeguarding, case management and ensure the team are supported in dealing with referral processes Continue to develop partnerships with local youth providers including ESCC Youth Team. Represent the Commons in local and wider networks Stand up for the interests of young people within the team. Seek ways to include young people directly at all levels, including the board Coordinate a wide range of experiences for young people and through tenants and partners Support young people to actively participate in and influence the development of the Commons as well as contribute to conversations with local and national decision makers Help to regrow the youth workforce by supporting people into the field and towards higher levels of qualification What you ll bring to the table You will have extensive experience of working with young people and have youth work qualification, or similar experience of managing a project or programme. You will have the ability to motivate people, deal with complex cases and have an understanding of the Children Act, Working Together to Safeguard Children and Mental Health Act What you ll get from working here Make a real contribution to the community around you and have a hand in investing in the future of the organisation A culture and mission to invest in staff to build on their existing skills through bespoke development and training opportunities A kind and compassionate employer with a mental health first approach to work No pension contribution deductions have to come from your salary, 100% employer contribution (you can add more to the pension if you choose) Employee Assistance Program Monthly wellbeing budget Monthly team lunch on us and lots of social events 23 day holiday + bank holidays (increases by one day per year of service) Extra-special day off on your birthday About the Organisation The Commons comprises 12 buildings and spaces which include vaults, caves and multi storey office blocks, all of which have been brought from dereliction into use as homes, workspace, leisure and learning and are located in the White Rock area of central Hastings, working together for common good , which is called Commoning . Rents are capped to protect affordability and good uses are prioritised over profit. The organisations is committed to creating diverse, inclusive environments and will not discriminate unfairly on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership (all of which are protected characteristics under the law); nor will will it discriminate unfairly on the grounds of class, financial status, or any other unjustifiable cause. It seeks to recognise and overcome involuntary bias so that nobody with a protected characteristic is discriminated against directly or indirectly, or is victimised or harassed in relation to a relevant protected characteristic. You may also have experience in areas such as Youth, Youth Club, Youth Project, Youth Manager, Youth Club Manager, Youth Project Manager, Youth Worker, Senior Youth Worker, Lead Youth Worker, Youth Work Lead, Youth Leader, Youth Club Leader and/or working with young people in schools or PRUs PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation
Youth Club Leader We are looking for a Youth Club Leader to oversee the operations of the youth club. Join an exciting organisation pioneering a bold new model of community-led regeneration, building a future shaped by and accountable to young people. More than a collection of buildings, it is a living network of homes, workspaces, and social spaces where youth voice drives decisions and imagination leads change. By taking derelict sites into community ownership and transforming them into vibrant, affordable places, the Commons proves that regeneration can be inclusive, creative, and sustainable. This is not just about preserving the past but creating a future where young people have real power to shape their town, their opportunities, and their shared neighbourhood. Position: Youth Club Leader Location: Eagle House, Hastings/Hybrid Hours: Full-time Salary: £33,000 per annum, plus amazing benefits Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 21st October 2025 About the Role The Youth Commons is a really important project, seeking to support young people to build confidence and agency and take more control over their environment. You will ensure a safe and engaging environment for young people aged 11-18. This includes managing the youth team, developing and delivering programs, planning and coordinating activities, and promoting youth participation. You will also handle tasks like budgeting, reporting, and record keeping You will support young people to actively participate in and influence the development of the Commons as well as contribute to conversations with local and national decision makers. No day will be the same, so we are looking for someone with passion and energy to continue this very unique, fulfilling and impactful project. What you will do Ensure the smooth running of the youth club Be the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Ensure appropriate staff supervision around reviewing safeguarding, case management and ensure the team are supported in dealing with referral processes Continue to develop partnerships with local youth providers including ESCC Youth Team. Represent the Commons in local and wider networks Stand up for the interests of young people within the team. Seek ways to include young people directly at all levels, including the board Coordinate a wide range of experiences for young people and through tenants and partners Support young people to actively participate in and influence the development of the Commons as well as contribute to conversations with local and national decision makers Help to regrow the youth workforce by supporting people into the field and towards higher levels of qualification What you ll bring to the table You will have extensive experience of working with young people and have youth work qualification, or similar experience of managing a project or programme. You will have the ability to motivate people, deal with complex cases and have an understanding of the Children Act, Working Together to Safeguard Children and Mental Health Act What you ll get from working here Make a real contribution to the community around you and have a hand in investing in the future of the organisation A culture and mission to invest in staff to build on their existing skills through bespoke development and training opportunities A kind and compassionate employer with a mental health first approach to work No pension contribution deductions have to come from your salary, 100% employer contribution (you can add more to the pension if you choose) Employee Assistance Program Monthly wellbeing budget Monthly team lunch on us and lots of social events 23 day holiday + bank holidays (increases by one day per year of service) Extra-special day off on your birthday About the Organisation The Commons comprises 12 buildings and spaces which include vaults, caves and multi storey office blocks, all of which have been brought from dereliction into use as homes, workspace, leisure and learning and are located in the White Rock area of central Hastings, working together for common good , which is called Commoning . Rents are capped to protect affordability and good uses are prioritised over profit. The organisations is committed to creating diverse, inclusive environments and will not discriminate unfairly on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership (all of which are protected characteristics under the law); nor will will it discriminate unfairly on the grounds of class, financial status, or any other unjustifiable cause. It seeks to recognise and overcome involuntary bias so that nobody with a protected characteristic is discriminated against directly or indirectly, or is victimised or harassed in relation to a relevant protected characteristic. You may also have experience in areas such as Youth, Youth Club, Youth Project, Youth Manager, Youth Club Manager, Youth Project Manager, Youth Worker, Senior Youth Worker, Lead Youth Worker, Youth Work Lead, Youth Leader, Youth Club Leader and/or working with young people in schools or PRUs PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation
