Location: Glasgow. SMF staff are currently working with a mix of home and office working for staff across all cities and so it is expected that you would travel to the relevant office and into the city to support with student delivery.

 

Contract Type: Fixed Term until October 2024

Closing Date: 12pm, Monday 17th April 

At the Social Mobility Foundation we believe in a world where every young person can achieve their potential, regardless of the background they come from. Our practical contribution to this change is our Aspiring Professionals Programme – our flagship programme that serves thousands of students to gain the confidence and skills to access top universities and competitive graduate jobs. 

 

“I have had an overwhelmingly good experience with SMF. I have felt supported and it has opened up many opportunities for me. I am incredibly thankful for the programme.” – 2020 student

The role of the Aspiring Professionals Programme Coordinator is central to the work of the Social Mobility Foundation as you work directly with our young people. You’re on the frontline of change You’re responsible for diverse and varied projects, which range from running residentials to speaking in schools to shaping the programme for future years. The role is high paced and would suit someone who is truly motivated by our vision for social mobility, working with young people and who can take ownership of key delivery projects. We’re looking for a strong communicator, time manager and enthusiastic team member to join us.

  

Reporting line: Interim APP Manager / Senior APP Coordinator
Salary band: £23,500-£29,900. It is our usual practice to offer at the bottom of the salary band.   

Hours: Full time (37.5 hours) 9am-5.30pm. This role will require some evening and weekend work outside of your usual office hours for which you would accrue time off in lieu (TOIL). This is more common during our delivery period which typically falls between March and August each year but is not limited to that time.

 

•        Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to communicate across a range of audiences including young people, volunteers and colleagues 

•        Confidence in preparing and delivering presentations in a face to face and virtual setting; able to design, create and present as part of event engaging event delivery

•        Experience of relationship management and/or customer service; able to manage relationships to achieve a common goal and maintain a positive working relationship

•        Planning and time management skills; able to plan a process, task or event and deliver it independently or as part of a team

•        Strong administration skills; strong IT skills and confidence with using internal systems like a CRM.

•        Excellent attention to detail; able to complete multiple detailed and complex tasks to a high standard and in a reasonable time 
  

•        A team player; works to achieve a common goal and ability to work as part of a small team   

•        Self-starter with ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively 

•        A solutions-focused problem solver; the ability to adapt to new situations that may arise and problem solve effectively   

•        Committed to the mission and values of the Social Mobility Foundation    

  

We value ability and potential more than specific experience, and we are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We actively encourage applications from people from low socio-economic backgrounds, from people who are care-experienced, and from people who are Black, Asian or of minoritised ethnicity.  

  

  

•        Organising and supporting skills sessions, supporter events, university trips, both in person or virtually  

•        Coordinating logistics for virtual and in person events, including securing venues and speakers, producing webinars and video calls, collating responses, attendee lists and feedback/evaluation  
 

•        Allocation of internships and liaison with students and employers in allocated career sectors  

•        Support the running of the Social Mobility Foundation’s Mentoring Programme in allocated sector and region in question, including monitoring the relationship of participants and their mentors in assigned sectors   

•        Liaise with employers to support students in applications for internships and graduate jobs   

•        Assisting with the organisation and delivery of in person residential programmes for students from across the country  

•        Building relationships with schools and employers to promote and gain support for SMF’s programmes, including visiting schools in the coordinator’s region and engaging virtually with schools and employers across the UK  

  

•        Taking a problem-solving approach to the role, escalating issues as needed   

•        Developing a strong understanding of the SMF’s work and social mobility across the UK

•        Demonstrating SMF values in all work   

•        Using initiative to ensure effective liaison between the SMF and its participants, target schools and colleges and employer partners 

  

•        Maintaining excellent monitoring, evaluation and tracking procedures for student progress and the effectiveness of activities and events; compiling reports as required   

•        Undertaking all relevant activities to ensure the stakeholder relationships are well maintained, including meetings and email/letter correspondence, general admin tasks, and the resolution of any complaints   

  

•        Primary point of contact with students in designated region   

•        Other duties, as required by the management team, to assist the operation of the SMF’s activities  

Interested candidates should apply by submitting the following information by 12pm, on Monday 17th April 2023

 

•        A letter outlining your suitability for the post along with specific examples from past experience. Please ensure a contact number is included.  

•        A short statement answering the question: What do you think are the main concerns that the young people, that SMF target, face regarding access to universities and professions? (500 words maximum).  

Please note that generic applications and CV’s will not be considered. If you have any questions about the roles, please contact our Programme Manager Aysha Abdul-Khader on aysha.abdul-khader@socialmobility.org.uk 

If a phone call would be preferred, please email to provide a contact number.   

 

Interviews: First round interviews will take place from Friday 21st April 2023. Interview candidates may be asked to complete online tests. This will be arranged after interview.