Job purpose: Deliver group-based activities for children and young people aged 13-24 in East Surrey which focus on supporting emotional wellbeing and promoting good mental health. Assist in the implementation of the WAVES (Wellbeing, Awareness and Voice for East Surrey) mental health drop-in support youth sessions and other school-related projects associated with WAVES (age range 13-18). Assist in running the Step Forward mental health drop-in sessions for young adults (age range 17-24). Support a range holiday diversionary activities programme across East Surrey
Hours of work: Full-time, part-time and sessional work roles are available A full-time working week would be Monday to Friday 10am-6pm Part-time and sessional work hours would usually be available 2pm-6pm
Location: Phoenix Youth Centre, Preston Manor Road, Tadworth KT20 5FB and across East Surrey
Salary / pay rate: £21,500- £23,500 pa full-time £11.80-£12.90 per hour for part-time of sessional work Pay review pending 01/04/2024
Annual leave: Four weeks pro-rata plus bank holidays. Holidays increase after two years service to a maximum of five pro-rata after six years service. The holiday year runs from 1 April to 31 March each year.
Benefits: The post holder will be entitled to free use of the YMCA East Surrey fitness centre in Redhill and half price YMCA childcare for dependents. There is free parking available at YMCA East Surrey sites. YMCA East Surrey also operates a Bike to Work Scheme. Pension - There is a YMCA East Surrey pension scheme - details available on request.
Closing date & interviews: Closing date Tuesday 5th March 2024 and the interviews w/c 11th March 2024
YMCA East Surrey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.
