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We're Recruiting! Join Our Team as a Coach/Mentor
Do you enjoy helping young people discover their potential, build confidence and develop skills for life? We'd love to hear from you!
ProgressAbility.org is looking to grow its team and is recruiting enthusiastic and committed Coach/Mentors to work across our A4S and Positive Steps projects.
We welcome applications from people with a variety of skills, backgrounds and experiences who are passionate about supporting young people and helping them take positive steps towards their future.
Who we are
We're passionate about helping young people succeed in life.
Through our A4S and Positive Steps projects, we provide a wide range of practical, engaging and inspiring activities for young people across Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire and the surrounding areas.
We believe that young people learn in different ways. By offering opportunities to learn through experience and doing, we help them develop confidence, discover their strengths, gain practical skills and qualifications, and find a positive sense of direction and purpose.
Our aim is to help young people feel better equipped to move forward, overcome challenges and build fulfilling futures.
About the role
As a Coach/Mentor, you'll play an important part in supporting young people through their learning and development.
You'll help create positive, supportive experiences where young people can try new things, develop practical skills, build relationships and recognise what they're capable of achieving.
We're looking for people who are:
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Passionate about making a positive difference to young people's lives.
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Encouraging, patient and approachable.
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Able to build positive relationships and motivate others.
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Flexible, practical and willing to get involved in a variety of activities.
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Keen to bring their own skills, interests and experience to our team.
You don't need to come from a traditional teaching background. We value different experiences, practical abilities and the enthusiasm to help young people succeed.
What we offer
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Starting salary of £26,000 per annum.
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Full-time position, with term-time-only working also considered.
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Initial one-year fixed-term contract.
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The opportunity to be part of a friendly, supportive and dedicated team.
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A rewarding role where you can see the difference your work makes.
Interested in joining us?
If you're passionate about working with young people and feel you could bring something positive to our team, we'd love to hear from you.
Essential requirements:
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A full, clean driving licence.
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Use of your own vehicle (business expenses paid).
To express your interest, please email your CV in the first instance to:
Alternatively, call 01234 272140 for further information and an application form.
Safeguarding and equal opportunities
ProgressAbility.org is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and provide two satisfactory references. Come and be part of something positive. Help us create opportunities, build confidence and support young people to achieve their potential.
