Head of Services & Development
- Full time
- £31,005 – £33,395
- West Dunbartonshire
- Closing 31st January 2023
- Advertised from 11th January 2023
- 35 hours. Initially Fixed term for 2 years
Role
Y Sort It is a Company Limited by guarantee, run by an elected Board of Directors who are young people aged between 16 and 25. For the past 22 years Y sort it has delivered successfully a range of support services & youth activities, for children and young people throughout West Dunbartonshire.
We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Head of Services & Development with the ability to coach, lead and support a diverse Leadership Team. You will have a key role in managing & supporting Y sort it Leadership Team & developing key services, reporting to the CEO. You will be approachable, proactive, resilient and motivated to perform to a high standard.
This role requires someone who can build trusted relationships across the organisation and has significant experience of building strategies that move an organisation forward for example fundraising, evaluation & monitoring and organisational development etc.
Your main role will be to take a lead role with the Senior Leadership Team, to help achieve Y Sort It’s core values of support, connect and inspire. You are required to be flexible in response to the development of this role and the wider expectations of the operating environment.
Application notes
Closing Date for applications is 31st January 2023
The above post will be subject to a PVG check.
For further information please contact (E) gillian@ysortit.com (T) 0141 941 3308 (M) 07888669289
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Top job! Head of Youth Work
- Full time
- £37,920 – £44,883
- Hybrid: Kinross-shire
- Closing 13th January 2025
BTA is proud to continue our partnership with KYTHE and are now seeking an exceptional Head of Youth Work who will lead their transformative youth work programme across Kinross-shire. This is a unique opportunity for an empowering leader, who is passionate about making a lasting impact on young lives while shaping the future of an innovative and faith-driven organisation.
About KYTHE
KYTHE (Kinross-shire Youth Enterprise) is a dynamic Christian youth organisation dedicated to empowering young people through creative, engaging, and inclusive youth work. Their mission is to create safe, welcoming spaces where young people can thrive, build resilience, and develop their full potential.
Rooted in Christian values, KYTHE’s programmes include universal, targeted, and 1:1 services designed to meet the diverse needs of young people in Kinross-shire. As Head of Youth Work, you will play a vital role in sustaining and growing these impactful services.
The Role
The Head of Youth Work is a pivotal leadership position with overall responsibility for KYTHE’s youth work provision. You will shape and lead KYTHE’s programmes, manage youth work staff and build meaningful partnerships with key stakeholders.
This role offers the opportunity to:
- Develop and deliver a dynamic youth programme that positively impacts young people in Kinross-shire.
- Represent KYTHE at a senior level, building partnerships with schools, churches, funders, and local authorities to enhance its reach and impact.
- Contribute strategically as part of KYTHE’s Core Management Team, supporting long-term planning and growth.
- Lead by example, building trust and meaningful relationships with young people.
This role has an Occupational Requirement under Part 1, Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, requiring the post-holder to be a practising Christian.
What does KYTHE need from you?
To excel in this role, you will be an experienced and passionate leader with a strong personal faith and a heart for young people. You will bring:
- Leadership: A committed Christian or someone with values aligned to Christianity, demonstrating spiritual maturity and embodying KYTHE’s ethos in all aspects of your work.
- Proven Experience: A track record of managing teams, delivering impactful programmes, and achieving results in youth work or similar settings.
- Relevant Qualifications: A degree in Youth Work (or equivalent) with a solid understanding of the needs of young people from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills, able to connect with young people, staff, and external partners while confidently representing KYTHE.
- Strategic Vision: Highly organised, self-motivated, and adept at developing and implementing long-term plans.
Why Join KYTHE?
KYTHE is a faith-led organisation with an exciting vision for the future. Joining as Head of Youth Work offers:
- Lead transformative youth programmes that change lives.
- Be part of a supportive, creative team that values innovation and inclusion.
- Enjoy a flexible working environment and a competitive salary.
- Combine your professional expertise with your Christian faith in a meaningful and impactful role.
We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic Youth Outreach Workers who are passionate about developing and delivering quality, engaging & fun activities that are accessible to children & young people across West Dunbartonshire via youth outreach work on the streets of West Dunbartonshire.
You will have the main role of providing outreach provision and activities across West Dunbartonshire in various outdoor locations, supporting children and young people to access diversionary activities. You will mainly target those 12+ years, at time and place that is making our service more accessible to those that do not access mainstream activities – the Youth Outreach Workers will sign post and support young people to current provisions, local youth activities as well as support. You will as part of the Youth Work Team create opportunities where there is gaps in provision for young people to come together in a safe space and participate in activities and learning opportunities.
You will be part of a Youth Work team delivering exciting and engaging high quality activities that children & young people they enjoy, whilst improving their health & wellbeing, making friendships, and becoming more connected to their local community.
You will be in possession of a full and clean driving license – we have People Carries available that you will be driving as part of your role.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Children and/or Protected Adults, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Y sort it.
We are recruiting for a Service Manager to lead our Glasgow Supported Accommodation and Outreach Housing Support programmes. Branston Court provides 24/7 support and accommodation for young people, it is also home to our Outreach Housing Support East Dunbartonshire/Panmure, allowing us to support people that are ready to transition into a tenancy of their own.
We are Right There, a charity celebrating our 200th anniversary. We provide tailored support for people, at home, and in the community. We are here for people who are living with the effects of homelessness, poverty, substance use, or family breakdowns.
Last year we supported almost 4,000 individuals, helping to prevent them from becoming homeless or separated from the people they love. Every person’s story is unique, and everyone’s route home is different - it doesn’t matter what the situation is – we’re not here to judge, only to help.
The Service Manager will be responsible for providing a high-quality support service for young people experiencing a period of homelessness and for those moving on to permanent or other long-term suitable accommodation.
Main duties and responsibilities will include:
People Management
- Provide leadership and management and act as a role model for Right There staff by developing supportive relationships with your team
- Provide support and leadership to Senior Support Workers and Support Workers
- Arrange and facilitate regular support and supervision sessions with your team
- Complete annual appraisals and personal development plans
Programme Delivery
- Maintain all contractual obligations ensuring that individual needs are met through a process of regular review and support
- Lead and support new initiatives and the development and implementation of policies, procedures and guidelines as they impact on the programme
- Ensure those we support are involved in the development and improvement of the programme and that feedback mechanisms are in place for the people we support
- Shared On-call rota responsibilities
External Relationships
- Develop strong working partnerships with external agencies and have detailed knowledge of relevant local/national agencies that can positively impact on the programme
Information and Finance
- Report to the Care Inspectorate, ensuring all required reports, returns and documentation are completed and submitted within timescales
- Support the compiling and associated management of approved annual budgets
Full details can be found in the job & person specification which can be found on our website.
What we expect from you..
Our values make us who we are and define our actions and behaviours every day. We’d expect the post-holder to uphold and represent our organisation in a way that reflects our values and person-centred way of working.
We’re looking for you to have gained experience of managing a service with a proven track record in effective service planning including setting and managing budgets, and quality assurance. You will have the ability to lead a team through effective coaching and people management and the ability to implement effective performance measures.
We need you to be qualified to SVQ 3 Social Services & Healthcare SCQF Level 7, or have an HNC in Social Services. You will also be qualified to, or be willing to work towards SVQ 4 Social Services and Healthcare SCQF Level 9.
Management experience gained in Third Sector/Not for Profit organisations providing housing, social care and support services is highly beneficial.
What you can expect from us..
- The post holder will report to the Locality Manager
- Your normal working hours are 35 per week. These hours are usually worked Monday to Friday, and flexibly between the hours of 8.00am to 6.00pm, depending on the needs of the service, with 1 hour-unpaid break.
- Your usual place of work will be 95 Panmure Street, Glasgow, G20 7SJ. Working arrangements are in agreement with the line manager based on the needs of the service
- Annual leave entitlement of 210 hours (equivalent to 6 weeks) pro rata in your first year, rising to 280 hours (equivalent to 8 weeks) pro rata in your second year. This includes public holidays
- You will automatically be enrolled into the People’s Pension in the month that you will complete 3-months of employment, providing you meet the auto-enrolment criteria
- Life insurance 4 x salary
- Option to purchase and sell annual leave
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing learning and development
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellness programmes
Funding Manager
- Part time
- £29,728 – £34,812 pro-rata
- Hybrid/Remote: Lanarkshire - Flexible
- Closing 12th January 2025
COVEY (Community Volunteers Enabling You) is a lifeline for children, young people, and families across Lanarkshire. Since 1992, we have provided 1-1 and group-based befriending, mentoring, and family support services tailored to those who need it the most.
As Funding Manager, you will play a key role in securing the financial resources to sustain and expand our befriending, mentoring and family support services for children, young people, and families facing significant challenges. Your work will directly contribute to transforming lives, enabling children, young people and families to thrive, no matter the challenges they face.
Working closely with the Head of Income Generation, you will help develop ambitious proposals, manage grant and tender agreements, and ensure successful outcomes to continue transforming lives in Lanarkshire and beyond.
You will have proven success securing funding from grant-making bodies, statutory funders or corporate partnerships; strong research, writing, and communication skills; have the ability to manage complex information and present clear, compelling reports; and possess excellent organisational and administrative skills.
What we offer
We offer a rewarding role with the opportunity to develop your skills and future career in an enriching environment with the following benefits:
- 6% employer pension contribution
- flexible working (including flexi-time)
- access to learning and development opportunities
- one special leave day to celebrate your birthday
- annual staff and volunteer recognition awards
- quarterly staff wellbeing activities
- annual all staff outing/activity
- HSF Health plan for employees (and their spouse/partner and children) including dental and optical claim back, physio claim back, personal accident coverage, GP, mental health counselling, legal support, discounts for gym, cinema and shopping
- access to ScotWest Credit Union offering loans, mortgages and savings accounts
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