Service:
Job Title:
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Location:

Job Description
Youth Worker

Young Somerset
Youth Worker
Team Leader
Based at Young Somerset offices and Youth work
delivery sites, if assigned. The post will include
work across Somerset.

Main Purpose of Post: Briefly – what is the job there for and why is it being done?

To work as part of a Youth Work Team to:

1.  Directly engage with individuals and groups of young people (aged 8-18 or up to 25 for those
with SEND) in identified provision, to promote and support their engagement in positive
activities and development opportunities.

2.  To work closely with key partners such as Educational Establishments, Children’s Social Care,
the NHS and CAMHs, Somerset Council SEND, the Police and Youth Justice Teams (and other
funders as required) on direct delivery of youth work, using youth work methodology to
improve outcomes, opportunities and progression for young people.
In partnership with other parts of Young Somerset, support the planning, delivery,
reporting and evaluation of identified youth and community provision.

3.

4.  To carry out this work in a way which involves young people and meets their identified

needs.

Main Responsibilities and Duties: What needs to be done? – Describe the main responsibilities and
duties required of the job.  This should include responsibilities for the support or management of
clients, employees, budgets, processes, and equipment.

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To enable, support and deliver educative and empowering youth work opportunities with young
people in the 8-18 age range (or up to 25 where young people have SEND) using youth work
methodologies e.g. centre-based, project, group, outreach/detached, school or 1:1 as appropriate.

To model quality practice in the planning, delivery and evaluation of youth work programmes and
the identification of a curriculum designed to meet the interests and needs of young people.  To
provide evidence of the outcomes for young people and communities as required.

To work with colleagues in Young Somerset, partner agencies and local communities as required in
order to maximise the opportunities available to young people – reporting to them as required.

To ensure that in all respects of direct service delivery, relevant policies and good practice are
adhered to. These include safeguarding, recruitment and selection, health and safety, equality and
diversity, finance, participation, and workforce/ staff development.

To ensure and support community and voluntary services to deliver safe youth provision through
modelling best practice.

To ensure information and data collection requirements are met, required records of work
maintained, and administrative and financial reports are made and submitted within required
timescales, including report writing.

To have responsibility for the efficient and effective deployment of identified resources as agreed
with Line Manager.

To be an effective member of the Youth Work team and make a contribution to Young Somerset's
development and delivery. To establish supportive and effective working relationships with
colleagues as required.
The post holder may be required to undertake additional duties commensurate with the level of this
post.

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SUPPORTING PROCESSES
Problem Solving and Creativity: Give examples of the problem solving and creativity involved in the
job.  This should include resolving issues over interruptions to work deadlines, priorities and changing
demands.  How often do these issues occur?

The postholder must be able to demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm towards Young
Somerset’s four core values: Putting Young People First, Inspiring, Collaborating, Going Further.

Enhanced DBS clearance is required as the post holder will be working with children and young
people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Acts.
 The post holder will be required to maintain a suitable, confidential space to work some hours
from   home.

The  work  requires  moderate  physical effort. The  postholder  will  be  required  to pack  and
transport resources and to support young people in a range of indoor and outdoor environments,
which may include some lifting and carrying.

The post holder will work at a variety of community locations, which may include Youth Centres,
schools, residential provision and health venues including hospitals.

The salary band for this role is £27,750 for 37 hours per week.

The post holder will be required to work flexibly, out-of-hours, which may include some
evenings and weekends.

Holiday entitlement is 27 days, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time staff), with an
additional 5 days after 5 years service.

Additional Information

The post-holder provides advisory and practical support to other staff and volunteers within the
Targeted Youth Service at Young Somerset, as well as staff from partner organisations in the
voluntary and community sector.  He/she is required to act on their own initiative and exercise
disc...

The Youth Association

The  Youth  Association  is  one  of  the  oldest  and  one  of  the  most  innovative  youth  work

charities in the UK. As an independent charity, we are proud of our history and heritage,
our record of championing good youth work in the voluntary sector and the generations of

young people we have supported to overcome disadvantage. We are just as proud of our
innovative and entrepreneurial attitude to service development.

Ever  since  our  founding  in  1904,  it  has  been  the  Association’s  mission  to  create

opportunities for young people to achieve their potential, to raise their aspirations and to
improve  their  physical,  mental  and  emotional  wellbeing.  Our  mission  is  to  Grow
Yorkshire’s future. We do this by helping YP in Yorkshire to:

•  Build their confidence & feel proud of themselves

•

Identify their goals & aspirations and make progress in achieving them

•  Start a business, get a job or get on a course

•  Meet new people and make new friends

Job Description

Job Title

Location

Pay scale

Benefits

Hours

Youth Worker

Office base: 12 South Parade, Wakefield, WF1 1LR

Project work: Barnsley, Leeds or Wakefield

Level 2: £28,379, paid at £17.28 / hour (incl. £2.53 quasi holiday pay)

Employer contributory pension scheme of 8% gross salary (when
meeting the threshold). Own transport mileage allowance

Part time, to be discussed with TYA management, based on allocated
project, experience and organisational need

Contract length

Permanent but variable hours

Responsible to

Lead Youth Worker or Senior Youth Worker

DBS

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service
Check.

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The purpose of the post
To support the effective delivery of youth work projects in a variety of settings, including
street-based, educational institutions and other community settings. The post holder will
work with Lead Youth Workers and others to support the delivery of youth work sessions,

often leading youth work sessions with the support of Youth Support Workers.  They will
also  play  a  key  role  in  session  planning  and  evaluation.  They  will  essentially  have

experience  in  front-line  youth  work  delivery,  as  well  as  a  JNC-recognised  youth  work
qualification at Level 3 (or above).

Roles, Responsibilities and Tasks:

1.  To work with young people in informal and formal settings through a range of

programmes throughout South and West Yorkshire.

2.  To plan, lead and evaluate youth work sessions in a variety of settings, including

street-based, educational, and community environments.

3.  To deliver youth work programmes independently or alongside Youth Support

Workers or volunteers, ensuring sessions are inclusive, purposeful, and aligned
with project aims.

4.  To contribute to the development of project plans and session resources, bringing

creativity and responsiveness to young people’s needs and interests.

5.  To engage young people in meaningful dialogue and activities, promoting

participation and supporting their personal and social development.

6.  To contribute to project monitoring and evaluation by completing records, writing

session summaries, and providing data and feedback for reports.

7.  To maintain a safe working environment by adhering to TYA safeguarding policies

and procedures, including risk assessment and reporting.

8.  To support the voice and influence of young people by encouraging their
involvement in decision-making within sessions and project activities.

9.  To build and maintain professional relationships with young people, colleagues,

and partners in line with TYA values.

10. To attend team meetings, training, and supervision sessions as required, and to

contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture.

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11. To undertake ongoing professional development and act in accordance with TYA’s

code of conduct.

12. To occasionally lead small, time-limited youth work projects or campaigns under

the guidance of a Lead Youth Worker or Manager.

13. To work flexible hours, including evenings and some weekends, in line with project

and organisational needs.

14. To undertake other duties appropriate to the level and nature of the post, as

required.

Reviewed April 2025

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 Person specification

Essential

Desirable

Qualifications

A JNC youth work qualification, recognised by the NYA, at
level 3 or above

Experience

At least 1 year of experience working with young people

Development and delivery of youth work programmes

Working with groups in informal settings in a creative way

Working with young people in a youth work setting

Training

Special
knowledge

Awareness of young people’s issues in a contemporary
context

Child protection

First Aid

Other training on issues affecting young people

Local and central government initiatives

Young people’s participation

Awareness of organisations working within the wider
youth sector

Practical and
intellectual
skills

Excellen...

Job Description

 JOB TITLE

YOUTH WORKER

Circuit:

Southport Circuit 1/36

Location:

Home-based but there will be office-space in one of the Circuit Churches

Salary:

Hours:

£28,013

Full time, 37hrs per week

Responsible to:

The Managing Trustees of the Southport Methodist Circuit
Line managed by Rev Sheila Prest

Responsible for:   Managing volunteers where required

Job Purpose and Objectives

The postholder will coordinate the development of youth work aged 11-18 years in the Southport Circuit
and inspire and foster leadership in young people.

Main Responsibilities

•  To oversee and coordinate youth work across the Circuit
•  To support, encourage and resource the team of volunteers who work with young people across

the Circuit

•  To link in with and support teams who lead activities and groups for young people across the

churches
Liaise with the Children’s and Family Worker regarding work with children and young people

•
•  To encourage and support youth participation in the life of churches across the Circuit
•  To nurture young people and help them explore and develop their faith
•  Develop new initiatives that would enhance our work with young people and support the

development of young leaders

•  To help churches think creatively about engaging with unchurched young people
•  To connect in with the work of our churches who already have links with schools and work

collaboratively where appropriate with the Southport & Area Schools Worker Trust
•  To keep accurate records, monitor progress, and present reports to the Circuit Meeting
•  To ensure effective risk assessments and safe working practices in relation to youth work are
maintained and reviewed across the Circuit, in liaison with appropriate church personnel and
volunteers

•  Attend appropriate training and events

The appointment is full-time, 37 hrs per week, with flexible working, including weekends.

Terms and Conditions

•
•  Part-time would also be considered
•  Permanent contract
•  Any overtime will be taken as time off in lieu
•  Ability to travel within the circuit will be required
•

There is a contributory pension scheme to which eligible lay employees will be enrolled.  Lay
employees who do not meet the auto-enrolment criteria are eligible to join the scheme subject to
certain provisions

•  Annual holiday entitlement - 30 days (6 weeks) + bank holidays (leave primarily to be taken during

school holidays)

•  All reasonable expenses will be reimbursed
•  Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) clearance
•  Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references
•  Appointment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period

Person Specification

Education & Training

Good standard of education (educated to at least GCSE
level in English and Mathematics).

Qualification or relevant training in youth work

Proven Abilities

Previous experience of working with young people

Experience of working and engaging with young people
from diverse backgrounds.

Ability to quickly connect, communicate naturally with,
and motivate young people, both those who attend church
and those who do not.

Ability to inspire and foster leadership in young people,
recognising and developing their gifts and talents

Experience of providing pastoral care and support in a paid
or voluntary position.

Able to work as part of a team.

Ability to lead and inspire a team of volunteers.

Special Knowledge & Skills

Passionate about working with young people and creating
opportunities for them to explore and develop their faith.

Awareness of the needs and issues affecting youth and
young people today

Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and
manage time effectively.

Self-motivated and enthusiastic with the ability to work on
own initiative in developing creative ideas.
Able to develop and maintain appropriate boundaries,
demonstrating integrity and a commitment to and
understanding of confidentiality.

Essential

Desirable  Method of
Assessment

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An awareness of health and safety and experience of
producing risk assessments for activities and events.

A good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding
procedures and willingness to adhere to Methodist polices
and practices relating to safeguarding.

Basic ICT skills to include use of email, word processing
and databases.

Ability to use and manage social media appropriately.

Awareness and sensitive to issues of equality, diversity and
inclusion.

Awareness of safer recruitment procedures and volunteer
management.

Any Other Requirements

A practicing Christian, supportive of the aims and ethos of
the Methodist Church.

A flexible approach to working in response to the evolving
needs of the Circuit and the wider Methodist Church.

The ability to travel to locations cross the Circuit (either
using own ...

Job Role: Youth Worker

Hours: 16 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Term time days include: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday afternoons
and evenings

Flexibility is required relating to the program of activities to be delivered especially
during school holidays when activities will be scaled up.

Grade: D

Responsible to: Youth & Community Engagement Manager

Responsible for:  Youth

It is the Organisation’s intention that this job description is seen as a guide to the
major areas and duties for which the employee is accountable.  However, the
employee’s obligations are bound to vary and develop, so the job description should
be seen as a guide and not as a permanent, definite and exhaustive statement.

Organisation

The YMCA is a Christian organisation, and part of the worldwide movement welcoming
persons of all religious faiths and none.

1.  YMCA London City and North is an exempt charity and registered provider
regulated by the Tenant Service Authority, providing housing and related
services to homeless young people.

2.  YMCA London City and North is a charity limited by guarantee, providing a

range of community facilities (fitness centre, children’s activity centres, youth
work, community events etc).

YMCA London City and North consists of three Housing accommodation projects and
two move on properties offering 395 homes for young homeless people, Haringey
community centre and a youth service in Islington.

At YMCA London City and North we pride ourselves on creating a trusting environment
whereby young people are given the opportunity to learn and develop skills to help
them transition into independent living. Our holistic approach is tailored to meet the
needs of the young people. We offer integrated access to affordable accommodation,
training and employment opportunities, information, advice and guidance. Our person
centred approach makes us different to other supported accommodation and youth
service providers.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Youth Projects

1.  Develop relationships and work with the Youth & Community Engagement Manager,
young people, colleagues and local partners to acquire local knowledge sufficient to
understand the needs of young people in the communities in which they live.

2.  Regularly  make  contact  and  interact  with  young  people  through  face  to  face  or

authorised social media channels.

3.  Through  relationships  with  colleagues,  partner  organisations  and  own  research,
identify agencies that will be able to provide additional support or guidance to young
people.

4.  Signpost  information  to  local  agencies  and  undertake  a  formal  referral  process  if

needed, where appropriate act as an advocate for the young people

5.  Create and develop tailored interventions having identified core themes and needs
of young people through your interactions with young people, ensuring opportunities
for their involvement in decision making and providing challenging developmental
activities.

6.  Facilitate  interventions  with  small  or  larger  groups  of  young  people  based  on
identified  needs,  reviewing  interventions  to  identify  further  needs  and  different
approaches that could be used in the future.

7.  Contribute  to  the  identification  and  bidding  for  new  streams  of  funding  that  will

extend the work of the Youth Coordinator’s role to increase sustainability.
8.  Perform outreach youth work to encourage an older cohort into our services.
9.  Produce measurable outcomes and impact assessments of the youth work and work

with the Youth & Community Engagement Manager to identify and promote these.

10. Work  with  local  partners,  including  but  not  limited  to,  schools,  parents,  social

services and local facilitators.

11. Risk Assess any organised activity or area of which youth work is taking place in line

with YLCAN policy.

12. Safeguard and act in the best interest of young people attending our Youth Service.
Ensuring that safeguarding alerts are made through our internal system and directly
with the local authority

13. Always maintain professional boundaries with young people, parents, carers and our

professional partners.

14.  Seek  opportunities  to  improve  our  service  and  youth  delivery  and  engagement
methods  by  benchmarking  with  other  local  providers  and  performing  Market
Research.

15. Ensure  that  GDPR  is  followed  at  all  times  when  handling  sensitive  information  on
behalf of the organisation, including that of young people’s details, in line with our
GDPR policies.

Accommodation Project
16. Support the Housing Team in the design and implementation of accredited Housing
Model workshops, ensuring they are kept relevant and up to date so they meet the
young people needs.

17. Deliver  the  workshops  as  required,  undertaking  the  necessary  promotion,

registration, monitoring and reporting required.

18. Create evaluation activities and tools to use for each workshop.

19. Enhance the Housi...

VACANCY INFORMATION PACKASSISTANT GARDENERFULL TIME Dear Applicant,Thank you for your interest in joining the Reading Blue Coat community. I am delighted that you are considering this opportunity,and I hope that this pack gives you a sense of what makes our School such a special place to work.Reading Blue Coat is a school with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking outlook. Our values – aspiration, compassion, courage,integrity and service – are at the heart of everything we do. They shape not only the enriching education we provide for ourstudents but also the culture we create for our staff: one of ambition, kindness and shared purpose. We are a vibrant and welcoming school, where talented colleagues work together to inspire a love of learning, nurture individualpotential and equip talented young people to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Whether inside or outside the classroom, every roleat Blue Coat plays a vital part in our mission to excel.If you share our commitment to working hard, caring deeply and making a meaningful difference, I encourage you to explore thisopportunity further. I would be delighted to meet you soon.Pete ThomasHeadmaster READING BLUE COATLETTER FROM THE HEADMASTERPage 2INTRODUCTIONReading Blue Coat is a leading independent co-educational day school for students from ages 11 to 18. As at September 2025,the School has over 850 students and is now into our third year of full co-educational from Year 7 upwards – our Sixth Form hasbeen fully co-educational for over 40 years; all year groups will be co-educational by September 2027.The School was founded in 1646 by Richard Aldworth, a Master of The Skinners’ Company, and a Governor of Christ’s Hospital inHorsham, West Sussex. Inspired by the philanthropic nature of of Christ's Hospital, Richard Aldworth set aside £4,000 in his Will‘For the education and bringing upp of twenty poore boyes of Reading’  Through this one, simple act, Aldworth’s Hospital, nowReading Blue Coat, was created. In 1660 the first students walked through the doors of a former inn in Silver Street in the Centre ofReading. And in 1947, Reading Blue Coat moved to the magnificent estate of Holme Park in the Berkshire village of Sonning, where itremains today.The ethos of the School derives from its Christian foundation and traditions, fostering care and concern within the community andenabling all students to develop their full potential. The School aims to provide a stimulating and friendly atmosphere in which eachstudent can realise his or her full intellectual, physical, and creative potential. Students are encouraged to be self-reliant andadaptable, and the School intends that they will learn the basis of good citizenship, founded on honesty, fairness and understanding ofthe needs of others. The curriculum provides a balanced blend of academic and co-curricular activities that combine to meet theseobjectives.In living this ethos, we strive to fulfil our purpose to:Inspire in our students a life-long love of learning, and the confidence to individually flourish.Equip our students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.Cultivate a warm, kind, noticing culture where students are happy, inclusion is the norm, and diversity is celebrated.Develop grounded, socially responsible, outward looking students, ready to lead fulfilling lives and make a positive contributionto the world.Nurture a community based on our shared values of aspiration, compassion, courage, integrity and service.The School employs more than 200 salaried staff, of whom about 50% are teaching staff. Reflecting the move to full co-education,nearly half of our teaching staff are female.FREADING BLUE COATBACKGROUNDPage 3FACILITIESReading Blue Coat is located four miles from the centre of Reading, in the Thames-side village of Sonning. It is also three miles fromTwyford, located on Crossrail, with fast train service across London. Set in 46 acres of land for students to enjoy, the facilities arevery well maintained, and the School continues to invest in the site to add to an impressive infrastructure of buildings. The Schoolmakes full use of its riverside location.Work on our new Performing Arts Centre commenced in summer 2025 and is expected to conclude by summer 2027.ACADEMIC LIFEThe academic curriculum at Reading Blue Coat is based on the principle that all students should experience a broad and balancedrange of basic subjects and skills. From Year 9 onwards, this range is gradually modified, by elements of choice, enabling both theinterests and aptitudes of individual students to be reflected. Most lessons are taught initially in classes of mixed ability, althoughsetting occurs in Mathematics in Year 7, in Languages in Year 8, and Science in Year 9. Geology is also a thriving subject. In Year 11,all students take qualifications in English, Maths and Science (all IGCSE) and aForeign Language. They also take three GCSEs from abroad range of eleven subjects. All students take a GCSE in Religious ...

A Co-Educational Independent Day School for Students aged 11-18

ASSISTANT GARDENER
Full-time

We  are  seeking  a  dedicated  and  enthusiastic  Assistant  Gardener  to  join  our  highly  motivated  Grounds
department.

In this role, you will focus mainly on the day-to-day maintenance and creation of the School’s formal gardens
and amenity areas. In the spirit of effective team working, you may occasionally be called upon to assist in
maintaining the grass sports fields and woodland areas. This position offers an exciting opportunity for an
individual with a passion for gardening and commitment to excellence.

This is a full time role with annualised working hours to allow for autumn, winter and summer daylight working
hours with a 30 minute unpaid daily break: Autumn (September to October 40 hours per week) 07:30 to
16:00;  Winter  (November  to  March  37.5  hours  per  week)  08:00  to  16:00;  Summer  (April  to  August  42.5
hours per week) 07:30 to 16:30. In addition, some Saturday working is required (usually on a one weekend
in three rota during the summer term) for which overtime payment or time off in lieu is provided.

About You
The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years gardening experience with excellent plant knowledge, be able to
prioritise own workload, be reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team and have a flexible
and  enthusiastic  approach.  Practical  experience  is  valued  and  a  lack  of  formal  qualifications  will  not
necessarily preclude an experienced candidate.

Our School
Founded in 1646, Reading Blue Coat is a leading independent day school of circa 800 pupils from ages 11
to 18. The School is located on a beautiful 46-acre campus in the village of Sonning, just outside Reading.

The  School  employs more than 200 staff, of whom  50% are academic staff, and provides  a stimulating,
friendly and supportive atmosphere in which each pupil can realise his or her full intellectual, physical, and
creative potential.

What we offer
Reading Blue Coat offers an exceptional working environment and an attractive rewards package, including
excellent  benefits  such  as  a  pension  scheme;  free  meals;  extensive  staff  discounts;  life  assurance,  tax
saving  cycle  to  work  and  car  leasing  schemes;  free  sports  and  leisure  facilities;  Employee  Assistance
Programme; and a strong commitment to professional development.

Further details and an application form can be downloaded from our website:  www.rbcs.org.uk/vacancies
or contact the HR department, Tel: 0118 933 5813 email: recruitment@rbcs.org.uk

Closing date: 09:00 on Friday 30 January 2026

Applications must be submitted to the email address above by application form (which can be found on
our website) and accompanied by your covering letter. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the
UK.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and
volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and
Barring Service enhanced check. Registered charity number 1087839  www.rbcs.org.uk

The Headmaster & School are in membership of HMC, SHMIS and AGBIS. Registered Charity No 1087839. Registered in England & Wales as a company limited by guarantee No 4243510 Registered Office as above.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Associate Rector is a vital senior leadership role, created in reponse to the significant opportunities presented by a thriving and growing church. This role exists to strengthen leadership capacity, enable sustainable growth and ensure that vision is translated into effective practice across the life of the church.

Working closely with the Rector and the Senior Leadership Team, the Associate Rector will contribute to strategic decision-making, organisational oversight and the leadership of key initiatives. The right person will be inspired by the opportunity to use their gifts to make a real difference in and through the church at an exciting time. They will be energised by the prospect of raising up many emerging leaders across the church and investing in our outstanding staff team.

This role is a highly influential role for an ordained leader who combines strong pastoral instincts with strategic acumen, operational insight and emotional maturity. The post holder will help shape culture, steward risk, oversee best practice and lead change in a dynamic and mission-focused environment while also engaging in ministerial responsibilities across the church.

ABOUT ST ALDATES

Our vision is to invite people to encounter Jesus, equip people to follow Jesus in every area of their lives and envision people to transform their communities.

We are excited about what God is doing in our midst. We are seeing people come to faith in Jesus on a weekly basis, and we are pioneering new ways of discipling people to make a difference in every area of their lives. As a city-centre church with a congregation of 1600+ we have hundreds of volunteer leaders and teams across our ministries, leading Aldates Groups, Alpha, Student ministry, Aldates Kids and Youth.

We have four services every Sunday, one of which is broadcast live. Our team consists of 35+ Ministry and Operations Leaders. In addition, the School of Ministry trains students annually who work alongside Ministry Leaders.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Senior Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as a core member of the Senior Leadership Team, working in close partnership with the Rector in the overall leadership and direction of the church
• Act as a trusted advisor and strategic sounding board to the Rector, contributing to long-term vision, priorities and organisational health
• Translate the Rector's vision into executable strategies, structures and initiatives
• Lead and oversee key strategic projects from conception through to delivery, ensuring clarity, pace and alignment with vision

Delegated Leadership & Organisational Oversight

• Operate with delegated authority across agreed areas of responsibility, acting on behalf of the Rector where appropriate
• Act as a primary bridge between pastoral, ministry and operational leadership, ensuring coherence, collaboration and clarity
• Support and enable ministry leaders and operational leads to deliver effectively in a complex, fast-paced ministry environment

Ministry, Servies & Events

• Provide strategic oversight of Sunday services and mid-week events, leading change where needed and encouraging both staff and volunteer leaders
• Coordinate and oversee major seasonal moments such as Easter and Christmas
• Engage in ministerial opportunities as an Associate Rector within the life of the church, contributing to preaching, pastoral ministry and discipleship as appropriate

People & Culture

• Recruit, train, develop and empower volunteer leaders across the church
• Model emotionally healthy leadership, fostering trust, clarity, accountability and collaboration
• Champion a culture of excellence, prayer and mission across staff and volunteers

Governance, Risk & Safeguarding

• Provide senior leadership oversight of safeguarding culture and practice, working closely with safeguarding officers and relevant governance bodies
• Support the Rector in governance responsibilities, including engagement with PCC/trustees and statutory obligations
• Ensure appropriate policies, accountability frameworks, escalation pathways and risk awareness are embedded across ministries
• Exercise sound judgement and discretion in handling sensitive, high-risk or complex situations

PERSON D...

JOB PROFILE: WELFARE SERVICES NAVIGATOR

Role:    Welfare Services Navigator

Name:

MAIN SUMMARY OF ROLE:

Date profile last
reviewed:

Reports to:

August 2025

Beneficiary Relationship
Manager

The Welfare Navigator is responsible for supporting existing and potential beneficiaries by
providing advice and information through the RAF Benevolent Fund’s Welfare Helpline,
email, and web chat services. This includes offering guidance on the availability of statutory
support, assistance from military and non-military charities, and financial and welfare
services provided by the Fund—along with instructions on how to access these resources.
The role also involves delivering ongoing support where needed, and acting on behalf of
beneficiaries by liaising with Case working Organisations, RAF Benevolent Fund Caseworkers,
sector partners, statutory bodies, other relevant organisations, and internal Welfare Teams.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Serve as the first point of contact for enquiries from members of the RAF family (serving

and veteran), the public, and caseworkers. Respond positively and enthusiastically
through web-based platforms, telephone helpline, email, and post, demonstrating a
genuine passion for helping others from the very first interaction.

•  Communicate confidently and empathetically with callers facing complex needs or

difficult circumstances, including those who may be vulnerable or challenging to engage.

•  Refer individuals to appropriate internal services within the RAF Benevolent Fund, or to

partner agencies, for casework assistance and additional support.

•  Where enquiries fall outside the RAF Benevolent Fund’s remit, provide referral to

alternative organisations. Offer clear advice and guidance on available support options
and how to access them.

•  Follow up on previous enquiries to ensure actions have been taken and offer further

support to beneficiaries as required.

•  Accurately create and maintain contact records in CARE (our CRM database), ensuring all

beneficiary information is current and entered with precision.

•

Identify appropriate caseworkers to conduct welfare assessments and make referrals via
Mosaic (the shared military charity database) to initiate casework visits.

•  Collaborate with both internal and external caseworkers regarding the scope of the

Fund’s support and the progress of ongoing applications.

•  Maintain a strong and up-to-date knowledge of the RAF Benevolent Fund’s welfare

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services and support offer.

•  Actively engage in ongoing professional development through relevant training

programmes and identified learning opportunities.

•  Build and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the RAF Benevolent Fund’s wide
range of support services, as well as alternative sources of assistance, staying informed
of any updates or changes within the welfare support landscape.

COMPETENCIES REQUIRED FOR THE ROLE

Essential
•  Following Instructions and Procedures
•  Coping with pressures and setbacks
•  Planning and organising
•  Writing and reporting
•  Working with people
•  Adhering to Principles and Values
QUALIFICATION(S), KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR THE ROLE

•  Deciding & Initiating Action
•  Coping with Pressures & Setbacks
•  Adapting & Responding to Change
•  Presenting & Communicating Information
•  Achieving Personal Work Goals & Objectives

Desirable

Academic or Professional Qualifications (or equivalent):

Essential

Desirable

•  A good level of general education –
minimum of three A-Levels or
equivalent.

Knowledge/ Experience:

Essential

•  Solid knowledge of statutory and

charitable support available within the
welfare and military charity sectors.
•  Experience using database and CRM

systems, including retrieving,
interpreting, and actioning data and
correspondence accurately.

•  Prior experience handling helpline calls
or supporting vulnerable individuals in
sensitive or challenging circumstances.

•  Strong background in administrative

tasks, including data entry, with a high
level of accuracy and attention to
detail.

•  Evidence of Continuing Professional

Development (CPD)

Desirable
•  An understanding of the structure, culture,
and unique needs of serving personnel,
veterans, and their families.

•  Awareness of key organisations within the

military charity sector and how they interact
to provide coordinated support.

•  Previous use of Mosaic (shared military

charity database) or similar systems used
for casework and welfare management.
•  Awareness of safeguarding principles and
procedures when working with vulnerable
individuals or sensitive cases.
Understanding of GDPR and best practices
for handling personal and sensitive data
securely and appropriately.

Skills/Abilities:

Essential

•

•  Attention to Detail

Desirable

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Teacher of Physics
September 2026, Full-time

The School
Churcher’s College is an Independent
coeducational day school offering
Nursery, Junior, Senior and Sixth Form
education. With 1055 pupils in the
Senior School and 285 pupils in the
Junior School (excluding the Nursery) of
approximately equal numbers of boys and
girls, Churcher’s College enjoys
recognition as one of the most
accomplished independent,
coeducational day schools in the country.

The school is hosted on two campus sites
in Hampshire enabling the Junior School
and Nursery pupils to flourish in their
own beautiful grounds in Liphook, whilst
maintaining close links to the Senior
School and Sixth Form located in nearby
Petersfield.    Both sites offer on-site
playing fields and unrivalled facilities,
providing the comfort and opportunities
of an open, healthy environment.

Churcher’s College offers the widest
range of experiences and the opportunity
to be the best. The school has received
independent acknowledgement for
its academic success, creative arts,
performing arts, adventurous activities
and sporting achievements.  Churcher’s
is an inclusive school where parents,
children, staff and friends all contribute
to the rich and broad education provided.
We aim to nurture children into educated,
informed, socially responsible and
respectful citizens ready to succeed in
life.

Teaching at Churcher’s College
We provide an excellent education for
all pupils based upon traditional values
and academic standards, personal

discipline and the development of self-
confidence.  This is accomplished within
a caring environment and a positive
balance between academic studies and
enterprise and adventure outside the
classroom.

A dynamic and innovative place to work,
Churcher’s College is academically strong
[2025: A Level - 24% A*, 62% A* and A, 91%
A* to B; GCSE – 28% Grade 9, 51% Grades
9 & 8, 74% Grades 9 to 7] and previously
has been recognised as a ‘Top 100
Independent School’ by A Level results
and winner of the ‘A Level Award for
the South of England 2017’ at the British
Education Awards.

Beyond the classroom we offer a
vibrant and extensive extra-curricular
programme. With over 35 sports teams
representing the school a term and
unbeaten seasons, sport has strength in
numbers and ability. Music and drama
flourish with many pupils taking music
lessons, numerous accomplished
ensembles, and regular highly reviewed
and varied student drama productions
ranging from A Christmas Carol to Miss
Saigon.  Getting outdoors with our
adventure programme is very popular;
CCF, Duke of Edinburgh, plus First and
World Challenge expeditions offer
exciting opportunities to staff as well as
pupils.

Our Teachers
Our teachers are gifted individuals who
are able to inspire pupils with their
enthusiasm and subject knowledge. They
are committed to high quality teaching
and participate in the extra-curricular
programme. Most are graduates with

postgraduate certificates. Those
without PGCEs are supported to gain the
qualifications soon after appointment.
Training and professional development
programmes are established, and we are
experienced in managing ECT Teachers.
Our staff are both ECTs and experienced
teachers; providing a stimulating and
rewarding environment.   Staff children
enjoy a significant reduction in fees.
Single local accommodation may be
available.

The Science Faculty
The Science Faculty consists of the
three Departments Physics, Biology
and Chemistry. Within each subject we
have a Head of Department responsible
for the overall teaching and learning.
The Head of Faculty leads the Faculty
and represents our interests within the
school. We meet as a Department on
a weekly basis and as a Faculty at least
once per term. The Faculty consists of
18 specialist teachers supported by
three full-time technicians and two
part-time technicians.

Physics Facilities
There are multiple Physics laboratories
in a modern Science block. In total there
are eleven laboratories within the block,
preparation rooms for each science and
a spacious lecture theatre, equipped
with data projection facilities for group
presentations. All of the laboratories
contain interactive whiteboards and the
department is well equipped. There is a
dedicated Physics Technician and fully
equipped study area specifically for
science staff.

Physics within the Curriculum
All pupils study the main three sciences
separately through to GCSE. Almost all
pupils prepare for the higher tier papers.
There are currently 3 sets in the Lower
Sixth and 2 sets in the Upper Sixth. 1st to
3rd Year (NC years 7-9) pupils have a
double period in each science per week
(80 mins). This increases to 3 doubles and
1 single period per fortnight in the 4th and
5th Year.

In the 1st and 2nd Year (NC years 7&8)
Churcher’s has developed its own Physics
course which follows the requirements
for Key Stage 3 but attempts to stretch
pupils further.

Pupils start the GCSE course in the 3rd
Year and follow the AQA GCSE Physics...