We are recruiting: NCS Temporary Posts, June-August 2019 We are recruiting for Team Leaders and Assistant Team Leaders for NCS this summer! Expand National Citizen Service Temporary Posts, June-August 2019 Are you over 18, looking for a rewarding summer job? Do you want a job with passion and purpose? Do you believe that 15–17 year olds can develop themselves and positively contribute to their community? Are you committed to inspiring them on this journey? Young Somerset are recruiting staff to deliver our National Citizen Service (NCS) programmes during the summer season. NCS aims to support participants’ personal and social development and help them develop the confidence, skills and attitudes they need to take on active roles in their communities and develop themselves for their own future. What is NCS? NCS is a 4-week experience (excluding weekends), that runs throughout the summer, including 2 weeks of residential, with food and accommodation provided. When is NCS? The NCS programme is four weeks long - two of which are residential based (all Monday-Friday). We have 4 different waves over the summer: Wave 1 24th June – 19th July Wave 2 1st July – 26th July Wave 3 8th July – 2nd August Wave 4 15th July – 9th August Available Positions: NCS Team Leader £1,350 per programme Click here for full job description Team Leaders will be responsible for leading and supporting a team of 15 young people to successfully complete the programme which comprises a team building residential, a community awareness phase, social action planning and delivery and fundraising. Team Leaders will have at least 1 years’ experience of working with young people. NCS Assistant Team Leader £1,065 per programme Click here for full job description Assistant Team Leaders will be responsible for supporting the Team Leader, to enable a team of 15 young people to complete the NCS programme. This role includes building relationships with young people, being a positive role model and supporting the team to successfully complete the programme. Assistant Team Leaders will have some experience of working with young people. How to Apply: Email your completed APPLICATION FORM - CLICK HERE FOR WORD DOC. to [email protected] All posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references. Interviews will be held on dates which are convenient for both parties. Appointments to be made on a first come, first served basis. All appointments will be expected to attend an NCS Training Weekend in Somerset on 18th and 19th May Please note you will need to be staying within commuting distance of Somerset, for the final 2 weeks of the program which are non-residential. For further information and an application pack please contact: Debbie Farkas - Unit 2 Suprema Estate, Edington, Bridgwater, Somerset TA7 9BF. Telephone: 01278 722100 or email [email protected]
Become a Trustee for Young Somerset Young Somerset is looking to recruit four new Trustees to support its Board in strong governance and strategic vision for the organisation. Expand Wanted – New Trustees Young Somerset (YS), formerly Somerset Rural Youth Project, is a vibrant, innovative and well-respected charity and voluntary youth work organisation delivering services and activities for young people and communities. Our vision is of a Somerset where young people feel a sense of belonging, a willingness to contribute and a future that is not limited by access to opportunities and services. YS engages and supports young people in a range of social, economic, educational and recreational opportunities designed to encourage social inclusion and life-long learning by: addressing issues of exclusion, isolation and disadvantage increasing the take up of education, training, employment and enterprise opportunities encouraging community regeneration through good citizenship and participation providing access to information, advice and guidance on issues relevant to young people’s lives and aspirations generating and participating in partnerships involving young people and key local stakeholders involving young people in the organisation’s development and delivery We work with around 2,500 young people annually on a range of projects including the National Citizen Service, Open Access youth provision, the Rural Music Network, Skills Development, Mental Health provision and more. For more information: www.youngsomerset.org.uk Young Somerset is looking to recruit four new Trustees to support its Board in strong governance and strategic vision for the organisation. We are seeking volunteers who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people in Somerset and with a particular expertise in the following areas: Youth Work, Business Development, Learning & Development (training), and Fundraising/Marketing. A full induction is offered and Trustees are expected to attend 7-8 meetings per year (4 full Board meetings, plus sub-groups as applicable) along with a half-day strategic planning session. For the full job role click here. If you are interested and would like to know more, please send your CV to: Nik HarwoodChief Executive[email protected]01278 722100
We're recruiting - Wellbeing Practitioners We are recruiting for Wellbeing Practitioners for children and young people (WP-CYP) Expand VACANCY WELLBEING PRACTITIONER FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE (WP-CYP) Job Title Wellbeing Practitioner for Children and Young People (WP-CYP) Employer Young Somerset Training Provider Exeter University Hours Full-time (37 hours per week) Salary NHS salary band AFC Band 4 - £21,263 Contract Fixed-Term Contract until 29th August 2020 with the aim that the role will continue beyond this. Qualification after completion of post Certificate in Psychological Therapies Practice Start Date 1st September 2019 Closing Date for applications Friday 21st June 2019 Interview Date Monday 10th July 2019 This is a training role within the Children and Young People’ Improving Access to Psychological Therapies programme (CYP IAPT). The post-holder will work within Young Somerset as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering, under supervision, high-quality; outcome-informed, focused, evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing, mild to moderate anxiety, low mood and behavioural difficulties. The training and service experience will equip the post holder with the necessary knowledge, attitude and capabilities to operate effectively within the wider service. As part of the role the post holder will complete a Graduate/Post Graduate certificate in Psychological Therapies Practice (low intensity cognitive behavioural therapy for children, young people and families) at Exeter University The post holder will attend all university based taught and self-study days required by the education provider, as specified within the agreed curriculum and work in the service for the remaining days of the week using their newly developed skills. Your employment terms and conditions with Young Somerset will remain the same throughout the duration of this contract. The aim is that these roles will be established across the organisation Closing date for applications: Friday 21st June 2019 Click here for the Job Description and for further information about the role email [email protected] or call 01278 722100 The closing date for applications is Friday 21st June with interviews taking place on Monday 10th July. The training will begin in September 2019 with Exeter University. To apply for the post please email a copy of your CV and a covering letter stating how you think you meet the person specification to: [email protected]
Vacancy: Youth and Community Worker We are looking for a Youth and Community Worker to work in the Taunton Deane and West Somerset area, for an exciting new piece of work. Expand VACANCY: YOUTH AND COMMUNITY WORKER We are looking for a Youth and Community Worker to work in the Taunton Deane and West Somerset area, for an exciting new piece of work. Job Title Youth and Community Worker Employer Young Somerset Hours Full-time (37 hours per week) Salary £18,000 - £20,000 depending on experience. Contract The post will be a 12 month fixed-term contract. Start Date 5th August 2019 Closing Date for applications 11th June 2019 You will required to work some evenings and occasional weekends. If you are interested in working with young people and engaging with communities, this could be the post for you. If you are interested in this job and would like a conversation please contact Zara Scott-Davies on 01278 722100 or email [email protected] Closing date: 11th June 2019 Start Date: 5th August 2019 Your employment terms and conditions with Young Somerset will remain the same throughout the duration of this contract.