Vacancy at Cambridge United FC
CUCT Youth Engagement Officer
Salary
£ 20000-22000
Vacancy listed
17/11/2021
Application deadline
06/12/2021
Details
Job Summary:
We are seeking a passionate, patient and relatable individual to join our team to strengthen our Wellbeing and Community Engagement offer in a variety of settings. The role will include engaging young people in schools and in the community, giving them consistent support and regular contact time with positive role models, becoming well integrated within the organisation.
The Youth Engagement Officer will work alongside the Mental Health Officer, taking the lead on the growth of the in-schools delivery of our targeted and specialist interventions for young people, either in alternative provisions or those struggling within a mainstream setting.
The challenges young people face within education can vary enormously and their role is to use physical activity and the power of sport to engage, support and guide them to manage themselves appropriately and inspire them to reach their full potential. By working with small groups or offering 1 to 1 support, they will deliver bespoke programmes to help young people gain a sense of achievement and experience success.
In addition, you will support the delivery of our Premier League Kicks programme, which uses the power of football and sport to inspire young people in some of the most high-need areas in the UK. Our focuses within Cambridge are Trumpington Meadows, Abbey Ward & North Cambridge and predominantly involves using turn up & play football sessions to engage with young people.
The role will be reviewed regularly between the Youth Engagement Officer and their manager, to reflect or anticipate changes in the job, commensurate with the salary and area of responsibility in line with the Trusts growth and development.
Key responsibilities, but not limited to:
Delivery of our targeted and specialist interventions in mainstream secondary schools and alternative provisions to support young people more at risk in developing poor mental health or being excluded.
To build and maintain good professional relationships with lead teachers at all educational establishments, liaising with them on referring young people/groups that would benefit from our programmes to support their overall wellbeing and education experience.
Delivery of our youth-based engagement sessions, to engage, inspire and empower young people often deemed ‘hard to reach’.
Support young people to take advantage of volunteering opportunities and social action projects to give back to the local community and boost wellbeing.
Work with our Media and Communications assistant to promote programmes and regularly share good news stories through CUCT social media channels.
Ensure that risks associated with programmes are effectively mitigated by following CUCT policies and procedures.
Uphold the individual and collective responsibility at the Club to protect and safeguard young people and the general public at all times, reporting any incidents to the Operations Manager/DSO quickly and effectively.
Attend training courses relevant to the role and maintain personal CPD.
Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities considered appropriate by the Senior Management Team of the Trust.
Person Specification
The Role Holder will be a determined individual, passionate about improving opportunities for young people through sport, physical activity and targeted interventions. Please see full person spec on advert
We are seeking a passionate, patient and relatable individual to join our team to strengthen our Wellbeing and Community Engagement offer in a variety of settings. The role will include engaging young people in schools and in the community, giving them consistent support and regular contact time with positive role models, becoming well integrated within the organisation.
The Youth Engagement Officer will work alongside the Mental Health Officer, taking the lead on the growth of the in-schools delivery of our targeted and specialist interventions for young people, either in alternative provisions or those struggling within a mainstream setting.
The challenges young people face within education can vary enormously and their role is to use physical activity and the power of sport to engage, support and guide them to manage themselves appropriately and inspire them to reach their full potential. By working with small groups or offering 1 to 1 support, they will deliver bespoke programmes to help young people gain a sense of achievement and experience success.
In addition, you will support the delivery of our Premier League Kicks programme, which uses the power of football and sport to inspire young people in some of the most high-need areas in the UK. Our focuses within Cambridge are Trumpington Meadows, Abbey Ward & North Cambridge and predominantly involves using turn up & play football sessions to engage with young people.
The role will be reviewed regularly between the Youth Engagement Officer and their manager, to reflect or anticipate changes in the job, commensurate with the salary and area of responsibility in line with the Trusts growth and development.
Key responsibilities, but not limited to:
Delivery of our targeted and specialist interventions in mainstream secondary schools and alternative provisions to support young people more at risk in developing poor mental health or being excluded.
To build and maintain good professional relationships with lead teachers at all educational establishments, liaising with them on referring young people/groups that would benefit from our programmes to support their overall wellbeing and education experience.
Delivery of our youth-based engagement sessions, to engage, inspire and empower young people often deemed ‘hard to reach’.
Support young people to take advantage of volunteering opportunities and social action projects to give back to the local community and boost wellbeing.
Work with our Media and Communications assistant to promote programmes and regularly share good news stories through CUCT social media channels.
Ensure that risks associated with programmes are effectively mitigated by following CUCT policies and procedures.
Uphold the individual and collective responsibility at the Club to protect and safeguard young people and the general public at all times, reporting any incidents to the Operations Manager/DSO quickly and effectively.
Attend training courses relevant to the role and maintain personal CPD.
Any other reasonable duties and responsibilities considered appropriate by the Senior Management Team of the Trust.
Person Specification
The Role Holder will be a determined individual, passionate about improving opportunities for young people through sport, physical activity and targeted interventions. Please see full person spec on advert