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We recognise that people from some backgrounds are under-represented in our workforce and across the wider charity sector. A more diverse workforce will enable us to deliver even more impact and we particularly encourage applications from communities which are currently under-represented. This includes people from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds, people with a disability, people who are LGBT+ and people who are from the neuro diverse community. Whilst some of our workspaces are not currently accessible for all forms of disability, we operate hybrid working arrangements and are open and supportive to discussions about individual circumstances.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here.

 

Finance Manager

Location: Hybrid – from home, across Somerset bases, and community locations
Hours: Full-time or part-time (term-time only also an option if you don’t want to work school holidays)
Salary: £34,500 – £44,500, based on your skills and experience
Contract: Permanent

We are Young Somerset, the county’s biggest youth work charity – and we’ve got one big mission: putting young people first.
We believe in inspiring, collaborating, and going further to create brighter futures for young people across Somerset. Whether it’s through youth work, wellbeing support, or targeted youth support – we’re here to make Somerset a place where every young person can thrive.

Now, we’re on the lookout for a Finance Manager who’s not afraid to crunch the numbers and make a difference.

The Role

If you love spreadsheets and stories – this could be your perfect mix.
You’ll be the financial heartbeat of Young Somerset, helping us make smart, sustainable choices that let us grow our impact.

Working hand-in-hand with our Head of Finance, you’ll lead a small but mighty finance team that keeps our charity ticking – from big-picture strategy to the tiny details that matter.

You’ll bring the insight, the structure, and the spark that help us make every penny count for young people.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Leading and supporting an awesome finance team, helping them grow and shine.
  • Guiding managers through budgets, forecasts, and financial planning with clarity (and maybe even enthusiasm!).
  • Making sense of the numbers – turning data into decisions that help us go further for young people.
  • Ensuring we’re compliant, confident, and ready for whatever the audit throws our way.
  • Working with project teams to bring financial know-how to new and exciting initiatives.
  • Keeping our systems running smoothly and spotting smarter, slicker ways to do things.
  • Championing best practice in finance across the organisation – and having fun while you do it!

About You

You’re not just a Finance Manager – you’re someone who wants their work to mean something.
You’ll bring:

  • Solid experience in financial management or a similar role.
  • A head for strategy and an eye for detail.
  • A good grasp of financial frameworks, compliance, and reporting.
  • Confidence using Xero and Office 365 (bonus points if you can make a pivot table sing).
  • The ability to explain complex stuff simply – and with patience and humour.
  • A genuine passion for supporting young people through your work.

Bonus skills:

  • A professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or CIPFA).
  • Experience working in the charity, youth, or wellbeing sectors.

Why You’ll Love It Here

At Young Somerset, we do finance with purpose. You’ll be part of a friendly, passionate team who believe in what they do — and who’ll have your back every step of the way.

Here’s what’s on offer:

  • 27 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 32 after 5 years, pro rata).
  • Flexible hours and hybrid working — we trust you to work where you’re most effective.
  • Term-time options available (because work-life balance matters).
  • Ongoing training and professional development.
  • A warm, values-driven culture where people and purpose come first.

Come and do your best work.

Please see Young Somerset Competency Framework here.

Please see Finance Manager Job Description here.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’ve got the skills, the spark, and the heart to make a difference – we’d love to hear from you.

For further information and an informal chat please contact Vicky Thomas on 07494 287043

Send your CV and an application form (no essays, we promise!) telling us why you’d be perfect for this role to [email protected].  Closing date is 14th November with interviews scheduled for Friday 21st November.

Let’s make Somerset a place where every young person can thrive – one budget line at a time.

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected]. We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us

 

Youth Worker

Are you currently a Youth Worker or do you work closely with young people in other settings and want to find out more about the positive impact that you could have as a Youth Worker? Are you looking for a rewarding career that allows you to make a difference and put young people first? Are you looking for a role that allows you to collaborate with an innovative team that always goes further? Due to the continued growth of our Targeted Youth Services, Young Somerset are looking to recruit a Youth Worker. This role would suit those from a youth work background or with experience of working with young people. The role will involve working within a multi-disciplinary team with health, education and care colleagues using youth work methodology, advocacy and mentoring for young people who have medical needs. We are looking for people who have experience of working with young people in a variety of health, community or education settings, who have empathy and an understanding of the key challenges young people in Somerset face. A Level 3 qualification in a relevant area (such as Youth and community work, social care or education) is required (or a commitment to work towards one). This is a role that will be predominantly working directly with young people. This will involve some countywide travel. Please read the Youthworker Jd Oct 25

Please see Young Somerset Competency Framework here.

Salary: £27,750
Hours: 37hours per week
The post holder will be required to work flexibly, out-of-hours where required with occasional weekend and evening work. Holiday entitlement is 27 days, plus 8 Bank Holidays with an additional 5 days after 5 years service (pro rata for part time staff). Contract: Permanent
Start Date: TBC
Closing Date: 27th November 2025
Interview Date/s: TBC

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected]. We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us

 

Wellbeing Support Practitioner – Pathway to EMHP Trainee  

Join Young Somerset – Put Young People First and Shape Their Future 

Are you passionate about improving young people’s mental health? Want to make a real difference in Somerset’s schools and communities while building your career?

Young Somerset is looking for a Wellbeing Support Practitioner – a unique developmental role for those ready to take the first step toward becoming an Educational Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP). 

This is your opportunity to support vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people through non-clinical, early-intervention mental health support—from drop-ins and groupwork to school workshops and 1:1 sessions. 

What You’ll Do: 

Be a welcoming first point of contact for young people, families and schools 

Deliver impactful wellbeing activities and support CYP to build resilience and emotional literacy 

Champion youth voice in shaping our mental health offer 

Collaborate with schools, CAMHS and community services to provide holistic support 

Learn, grow and prepare for EMHP training with structured CPD and shadowing 

What You’ll Gain: 

Hands-on experience supporting CYP across Somerset 

Training in low-intensity CBT principles and preventative mental health work 

A clear pathway into EMHP training programmes 

A chance to join a passionate, values-led team making a real impact.

Be part of Somerset’s leading youth charity. Putting Young People First. Inspire. Collaborate. Go Further. 

Please read the job description here.

Please see Young Somerset Competency Framework here.

Closing date for applications: Friday 21st November 

Anticipated date for interview: Monday 1st December 

Start date: January 2026 

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected]. We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us

 

Café Assistant

Do you enjoy working in hospitality and delivering great customer service?

Are you a strong communicator who can adapt your communication to suit a range of needs?

Would you like to be a key part of the Somerset strategy to improve employment opportunities for young people?

At Young Somerset we are looking to recruit café assistants to work in our new Bold and Brave café opening in Bridgwater. You will be responsible for preparing and selling food/drink to customers as well as ensuring the working area is kept clean and tidy. The Café assistant will also be responsible for opening and closing checks, which will include being responsible for cashing up at the end of each day.

Bold and Brave is the Enterprise offer within Young Somerset and provides opportunities for young people to gain some valuable work experience in Hospitality and Retail. Therefore, as well as working as part of the Enterprise team, you will be working alongside other people within Young Somerset.

We would love to hear from people who have experience of working with young people in a variety of settings and who have a passion in providing appropriate support to deliver outcomes for young people that impact their employability, independence, health and social skills.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Siobhan Gallagher, Head of Targeted Youth Services on 07508 932853 or Charlotte Joyner, Work Based Learning Manager on 07483040656

Hours: Hours to suite the café opening times of 7:30am to 3:30pm

Contract: Zero Hours  

Start Date: TBC

Closing Date: Ongoing  

Interview Date/s: TBC

Please read the Cafe Assistant Job Description here.

Please see Young Somerset Competency Framework here.

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected]. We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us

 

Volunteer Retail Assistant

Do you enjoy working in Retail and delivering great customer service?
Are you a strong communicator who can adapt your communication to suit a range of needs?

Would you like to be a key part of the Somerset strategy to improve employment opportunities for young people?

At Young Somerset we are looking to recruit volunteer retail assistances to work in our new Bold and Brave shops in both Bridgwater and Taunton. You will be responsible for handing till transactions, shop displays, stock control and delivery great customer service.

Bold and Brave is the Enterprise offer within Young Somerset and provides opportunities for young people to gain some valuable work experience in Hospitality and Retail. Therefore, as well as working as part of the Enterprise team, you will be working alongside other people within Young Somerset.

We would love to hear from people who have experience of working with young people in a variety of settings and who have a passion in providing appropriate support to deliver outcomes for young people that impact their employability, independence, health and social skills.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Siobhan Gallagher, Head of Targeted Youth Services on 07508 932853 or Charlotte Joyner, Work Based Learning Manager on 07483040656

Please read the Volunteer Retail Assistant Job Description

Please see Young Somerset Competency Framework here.

Salary: Voluntary
Hours: Hours to suite the café opening times of 9:30-3:30pm
Contract: Voluntary
Start Date: TBC
Closing Date: Ongoing
Interview Date/s: TBC

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected]. We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us

 

Volunteer Café Assistant

Do you enjoy working in hospitality and delivering great customer service?

Are you a strong communicator who can adapt your communication to suit a range of needs?

Would you like to be a key part of the Somerset strategy to improve employment opportunities for young people?

At Young Somerset we are looking to recruit volunteer café assistants to work in our new Bold and Brave café opening in Wellington. You will be responsible for preparing and selling food/drink to customers as well as ensuring the working area is kept clean and tidy. The Café assistant will also be responsible for opening and closing checks, which will include being responsible for cashing up at the end of each day.

Bold and Brave is the Enterprise offer within Young Somerset and provides opportunities for young people to gain some valuable work experience in Hospitality and Retail. Therefore, as well as working as part of the Enterprise team, you will be working alongside other people within Young Somerset.

We would love to hear from people who have experience of working with young people in a variety of settings and who have a passion in providing appropriate support to deliver outcomes for young people that impact their employability, independence, health and social skills.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact Siobhan Gallagher, Head of Targeted Youth Services on 07508 932853 or Charlotte Joyner, Work Based Learning Manager on 07483040656

Please read the Volunteer Cafe Assistant Job Description

Please see Young Somerset Competency Framework here.

Salary: Voluntary
Hours: Hours to suite the café opening times of 9:30-3:30pm
Contract: Voluntary
Start Date: TBC
Closing Date: Ongoing
Interview Date/s: TBC

To apply, complete the YS Application Form and YS Disability Questionnaire and email to [email protected]. We reserve the rights to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so would encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

This role is subject to a enhanced DBS check.

To discover more about working for Young Somerset, go here: https://www.youngsomerset.org.uk/why-work-for-us