Together Type 1 is a 5-year programme to create a community for everyone aged 11-25 living with type 1 diabetes to support them to live better with diabetes, and to change the shape of diabetes care for others like them. We want to empower children and young people to believe in themselves and not be limited by their condition – now or in the future.

As Youth Coordinator, you will be based in our Scotland team but also work as part of a UK-wide programme team. You will line manage a Youth Worker with whom you will work closely on this programme. Together, you will recruit and develop a network of Young Leaders, children and young people living with type 1 diabetes. Working alongside these young people (and the diabetes community), you will plan and deliver a programme of work to empower young leaders to make change happen, and to build the skills and confidence of young people affected by diabetes to live well and access better care.

This is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in this ambitious and exciting initiative that will see us reaching and supporting more children and young people living with type 1 diabetes than ever before.

We have a friendly and inclusive working environment here at Diabetes UK and are proud of our hybrid approach which allows great flexibility in the way that we work. This means that you can balance your working time between home and the office, subject to the needs of your role.

Interview(s) date: 2 September 2024

Role Responsibility

As Youth Coordinator you will use your considerable experience to:

• Lead the development and delivery of a programme of community-based initiatives and services across the region, increasing our engagement and support for young people affected by type 1 diabetes to support them to live well, feel more confident in managing their diabetes and be confident in accessing better care from their healthcare team.
• Develop and oversee a programme that involves, empowers and supports a network of young leaders to make change happen, creating activities for children and young people that boost confidence, reduce isolation, and improve access to care.
• Continuously improve our impact and engagement, developing opportunities that amplify the voices of younger people and support them to reach and engage with others.
• Be responsible for providing high quality feedback and reporting to the programme, gathering data and insight to inform our work, and sharing learning and good practice across teams.

The Ideal Candidate

This role calls for someone with a strong track record of project management and working in partnership with children and young people, to deliver activities that are meaningful to them - a JNC- recognised qualification in youth work would be an advantage. You will have a keen understanding of how diabetes can affect young people’s lives , and a drive to see improvements that will help them to live better. You should have experience of volunteer and line management, and able to work on your own initiative as well as in partnership to achieve objectives – and crucially, you will be able to build that capability in others.

This role is based working within the Scotland office, with a requirement to be able to travel across the whole geography and occasionally to London – a full driving licence would be desirable. You must be able to work evenings and weekends, with some overnight stays.

Package Description

What we can offer you:

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• A Cash Healthcare Plan (giving you up to £1,600 towards a range of out of pocket health expenses like new glasses, dentist, chiropractor or osteopath appointments)
• Early finish Friday and flexible working as part of our approach to activity based working (not applicable to roles with fixed shift patterns)
• 2 Days TOIL in recognition of fixed shift patterns (pro-rata for part-time)
• Discounts on gym membership
• Employee assistance programme to give you support on any issues that come up in life
• Annual season ticket loan* (on completion of your probation period and if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)
• Very active social scene including sport teams, gardening and other activities
• Generous pension provision, life assurance and income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme* (eligible for scheme if contract is permanent or longer than 12 months)

*Some benefits aren't available until you've passed your probation period and are dependent on the length of contract.

About the Company

For nearly 5 million people with diabetes in the UK, there’s no day off. At Diabetes UK, we fight day in, day out for better care, treatment and support. We won’t stop until diabetes can do no harm.

With more people than ever living with diabetes and millions more at risk of developing type 2, our work has never been more needed. We make sure they get the care and support needed to live well with diabetes and avoid devastating complications.

We fund critical research, which has led to life-changing discoveries – like the first insulin pen and programmes to put type 2 diabetes into remission. Now, we want to do this for everyone and find a cure.

We can’t do any of this without you. Our staff are passionate and determined about helping everyone affected by diabetes. For over 85 years, they’ve been behind vital policy changes, as well as new treatments and technologies to make living with diabetes easier every day.

But there’s more to do. And you can be part of it.

We’re a really diverse bunch and we recognise and respect your value as an individual. As well as helping people with diabetes, you’ll be part of one of the top 30 Best UK Charities to Work For, and one of the top 75 Best Large Companies in London.

We’re committed to protecting and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and we need our staff and volunteers to support this.

Our vision is a world where diabetes can do no harm. Join us today, and together, we can make that a reality.

Visit our website to find out more and apply

Closing Date: 25 August, 2024

Interview(s) date: 2 September 2024