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 Job Title: Head of Youth Programme
Salary: £77,250 per annum – Band I
 Location:  Gilwell Park (Hybrid working)
 Contract Type: Permanent
 Working Hours: 35
Join us in a unique role that shapes the future of Scouting for young people across the UK! As part of the Operations Directorate, you’ll work with a dedicated team to support our 150,000 volunteers in delivering a fantastic and inspiring Scouting experience. Together, we’re creating opportunities for young people to grow, learn, and thrive.
In the Programme team, our mission is to enhance the Scouting programme for today’s youth, continually innovating to ensure it’s relevant, exciting, and impactful..
You’ll oversee multiple projects, collaborating with stakeholders and volunteers alike, to bring new ideas to life. You will drive the development of and enrich the programme for all Scouts’ sections.
This role is rooted in a collaborative culture – working alongside our brilliant volunteers - where we support each other to achieve high-quality outcomes. We’re looking for someone with demonstrable experience in programme design relating to the development and learning of young people - and also great leadership skills. Lived experience of youth work, programme/service design or community organising that has benefited young people from lower income neighbourhoods, who are disabled or who come from Black, Asian or minority ethnic backgrounds would be particularly relevant.
Why You’ll Love This Job:
- Impactful Innovation: Your work will directly shape the future of Scouting, helping to create a legacy of meaningful, forward-thinking programming that impacts future generations.
- Volunteer Empowerment: Help volunteers deliver Scouting in an exciting and easy way, making a difference by streamlining processes and enhancing resources.
- Creative Freedom: Enjoy the space to explore new ideas and drive projects that make Scouting more accessible, inclusive, and impactful.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone eager to make a tangible impact, influencing the next era of Scouting across the UK. If you’re passionate about creating change, join us to make a difference that will resonate for years to come.
What we offer in return:
We are an award-winning Charity of the Year (Charity Times Awards 2022) with over 400 employees across multiple locations across the country.
- 28 days holiday and going up to 32 days after 2 years’ service plus additional days at Christmas
- Flexible working hours
- Free onsite parking
- Free Staff Accommodation onsite
- Double matching pension up to 10% of gross salary
- Family Friendly employer with generous family leave
- Learning and Development/training opportunities via our internal learning hub
For a full list of our benefits click here.
Closing date: 11.59pm on Sunday 17th November 2024Â
Virtual Interviews via Microsoft Teams will be on Friday 29 November 2024
The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.
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