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Polcy & Research Officer - Fairbridge (London Waterloo)
REF: F0418
Salary £25,000 gross per annum
The Policy and Research Officer leads the research, collation and sharing of information to enable Fairbridge staff to build a powerful case for supporting the organisation. As a member of the communications team, the post also provides a research and intelligence service to help position Fairbridge as an authoritative voice on troubled young people.
The post has a wider cross cutting role in ensuring the central collation, analysis and timely dissemination of information concerning developments in the external environment, which may present a threat or opportunity to the future development of Fairbridge.
The post holder will also input into the development of Fairbridge position statements, respond to government consultations and support the media officer to respond to media stories.
The post also attracts 28 days’ holiday (pro rata) in addition to bank holidays, employer pension contributions and development opportunities to support your career growth and other benefits.
For an application pack or more information, please visit www.fairbridge.org.uk or email vanessa.babbage@fairbridge.org.uk. Alternatively call 0207 902 1631
Closing date: 22 April 2008.
Interviews will take place during w/c Monday 28 April 2008.
Fairbridge is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Registered Charity No.206807
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Femail Devlopment Tutor (SCALE 3 or SCALE 4) – Fairbridge in Dundee
Starting salary of £16,000 gross per annum, or £18,500 gross
per annum depending on experience with the potential to rise, plus benefits
REF: F0417
Thousands of young people have given up hope. Outside education, training and employment, they see no future for themselves. We help them to think differently. Using a unique combination of long-term personal support and challenging activities such as canoeing, climbing, caving and hill walking, we enable young people to build the self-belief, and develop the personal and social skills they need to change their lives.
Dundee, a well known historical and cultural city is well located for
easy access to classic mountain areas and rivers while also being convenient
for travel to Edinburgh and Glasgow. Fairbridge in Dundee have recently
renovated the centre with new youth work areas, IT suite, training kitchen
and workshop for projects incorporating use of our newly purchased mountain
bikes. Fairbridge in Dundee is currently expanding and seeks a new Female
Development Tutor to plan, deliver and administer a range of sessions
and courses (including residential) to young people. With skills in outdoor
education and proven work experience, you will have at least two or three,
if not more of the following qualifications:
SPA
ML Summer
MIA
Level 2 Canoe Coach
Local Cave Leader
Mountain/BASP First Aid Cert
Ideally you will a full clean driving licence, with D1 + E enabling you to drive minibuses with a trailer. Your ability to inspire and relate to our challenging client group is key.
In return, we offer a fun and supportive work environment as well as development opportunities. Working only Monday- Friday, you will also receive 28 days holiday (plus bank holidays) rising to 32 days with length of service and employer pension contributions. This is a great opportunity to develop your career in the outdoor development sector and gain the security of a permanent job in a well respected charity.
For an application pack, visit our website at www.fairbridge.org.uk or
contact us via email:
dundee@fairbridge.org.uk
or Tel: 01382 451500.
Closing date: 18 April 2008
This post is exempt under the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 S7 (2) (b) and (e)
Fairbridge is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
Registered charity no.SC119251.
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Trainee development Tutor - Fairbridge Edinburgh
REF: F0415
£12,350 - (50 week fixed term contract)
If you're passionate about working with young people, this is a unique opportunity to gain specialist in-house training and work experience to start your career. You will assist with delivering a range of activities (including cooking and nutrition, sport and fitness, IT, arts, drama) to young people as well as assisting on residential courses involving adventurous outdoor activities(including canoeing, climbing and hill walking). You will also support with maintaining resources and equipment, keeping records and compiling reports.
For this post a level-headed, enthusiastic attitude is essential, along with excellent interpersonal skills and the confidence to inspire young people. You must also be willing to take part in at least two residential courses per month.
In return we offer a starting point for a career in youth work, lots of training and career development opportunities working with experienced youth workers, 36 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) and a pension scheme to take with you.
Closing Date: 14 April 2008
Interview Date: 24 April 2008
For more information and an application pack, visit www.fairbridge.org.uk
Email edinburgh@fairbridge.org.uk or call 0131 554 2568.
Fairbridge is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Registered Charity No. SC 119251
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Development Tutor (Scale 4) – Fairbridge Edinburgh
Starting salary £18,500 with the potential to rise plus benefits
REF: F0416
Thousands of young people have given up hope. Outside education, training
and employment, they see no future for themselves. We help them to think
differently. Using a unique combination of long-term personal support
and challenging activities such as canoeing, climbing, mountain biking
hill walking and creative activities we enable young people to build the
self-belief, and develop the personal and social skills they need to change
their lives.
As a Development Tutor with Fairbridge Edinburgh you will plan, deliver
and administer a range of sessions and courses (including residential)
to young people. With skills in outdoor education and proven work experience,
you will have at least 3, if not more of the following qualifications:
SPA
ML Summer
Trail Cycle Leader (or equivalent)
Level 2 Canoe Coach / Kayak
Mountain/BASP First Aid Cert
You will also have a full clean driving licence, ideally with D1 + E enabling you to drive minibuses with a trailer. Your ability to inspire and relate to our challenging client group is key.
In return, we offer a fun and supportive work environment as well as development opportunities including grants for training. Working only Monday - Friday, you will also receive 28 days' holiday (plus bank holidays) rising to 32 days with length of service, employer pension contributions and childcare vouchers This is a great opportunity to develop your career in the outdoor development sector and gain the security of a permanent job in a well respected charity.
For an application pack, visit our website or contact us via email:
edinburgh@fairbridge.org.uk
or Tel: 0131 554 2568.
Closing date: 14 April 2008.
Interview Date: 24 April 2008
Previous applicants need not re-apply.
Fairbridge is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
Registered charity no.SC11925
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Operations Manager - Fairbridge West Midlands (Birmingham)
REF: F0412
Starting salary £24,500 gross per annum.
You will work with the Manager of Fairbridge West Midlands to manage our personal development programme for young people, ensuring we deliver innovative life changing courses that enhance the development of personal, social and life skills.
You will be responsible for overseeing the whole development process, from recruiting young people, providing them with one-to-one support and group development activities, to supporting their exit from our programme. With a strong eye for operational details, you will have knowledge and understanding of development processes and experience of staff/volunteer management. Winning the trust and commitment of staff and young people is essential, as is the ability to provide hands-on leadership.
The post also attracts 28 days’ holiday (pro rata) in addition to bank holidays, employer pension contributions and development opportunities to support your career growth and other benefits.
For an application pack or more information, please visit our website or email wmid@fairbridge.org.uk. Alternatively call 0121 773 1538.
Closing date: 18 April 2008
Fairbridge is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Registered Charity No.206807
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