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Youth Adventure Trust

Programme Manager

LocationBristol, Bristol City; Bath, Bath and North East Somerset; Taunton, Somerset; Swindon, Swindon
SetupHybrid
LevelMid
Posted2w ago
Programs & Operations

Quick answer

Youth Adventure Trust is hiring a full-time Programme Manager (Bristol, Bath, Taunton, Swindon) with a salary range of £29,000 - £31,000 to manage outdoor-based development programmes for vulnerable young people.

Role
Programme Manager
Organization
Youth Adventure Trust
Location
Bristol, Bristol City; Bath, Bath and North East Somerset; Taunton, Somerset; Swindon, Swindon
Work setup
Hybrid
Level
Mid
Compensation
£29,000 - £31,000 per year
Category
Programs & Operations

The role

The Youth Adventure Trust is seeking a Programme Manager to support, deliver, and manage outdoor-based development programmes for vulnerable young people aged 11 to 16 years old from Somerset, Wiltshire, and Swindon.

What you'll do

  • Act as the key point of contact to organize, deliver, and oversee the programme to a group of young people
  • Recruit young people to the programme and work with referral partners
  • Work in partnership with young people’s families to promote full attendance and effective participation
  • Carry out direct work with young people to support their needs
  • Support the effective monitoring of the programme and measurement of young people’s developmental outcomes
  • Support the fundraising team through providing feedback, reports, or event support

What it takes

  • Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
  • Relevant experience of managing young people, preferably in activity-based and outdoor environments
  • Experience in working in partnership with other professional organizations and parents/carers
  • Strong leadership and team skills to motivate, support, and work alongside a team of volunteers, activity instructors, and logistics staff
  • Self-motivation with the ability to work on their own initiative to plan and manage their workload
  • Strong IT skills including experience of MS Office, web-based platforms, and databases

What you'll bring

Experience in managing young people in activity-based and outdoor environmentsStrong leadership and team skillsSafeguarding and promoting the welfare of young peopleStrong communication and interpersonal skillsExperience in working in partnership with professional organizations and parents/carersStrong problem-solving and planning skills

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Bristol, Bristol City; Bath, Bath and North East Somerset; Taunton, Somerset; Swindon, Swindon.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is £29,000 - £31,000 per year.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include commitment to safeguarding, relevant experience in managing young people, strong leadership and team skills, self-motivation, and strong IT skills.

How do I apply?

Please complete the Application Form and return it to Abigail Hinds, Operations Coordinator by 9am on Friday, 9th October.

Is the job remote?

The role is home-based, located in or with close proximity to Wiltshire and Somerset.

How to apply

Apply directly on Youth Adventure Trust's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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