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• Permanent
• Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Full time

Location

N3 2SY (with some travel)

Sector

Education

Salary

£34,000 - £36,000 (depending on experience)

Closing date

14th November 2025

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative and highly organised Community Youth and Education Lead to lead and support a wide range of national and regional educational and youth initiatives.

This role combines programme leadership, partnership working, and administrative oversight ensuring high-quality experiences for young people and educators.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

National and Regional Youth Programmes

• Lead on Kivunim residential weekends (2 per year), including yearround programme support for participating communities.

• Collaborate with clergy, community leaders, and youth movements to develop, pilot, and evaluate new educational programmes.

• Coordinate youth provision for national Progressive Judaism events (e.g., Chagigah, Hineinu).

• Act as one of the Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads for MPJ.

Community Education and Youth Support

• Liaise with Head Teachers, education lay leaders, and community youth workers to identify needs and share best practice.

• Develop and facilitate networking opportunities for educators, including annual conferences and follow-up support.

• Create and distribute educational resources for use in youth and learning settings.

• Support Hadracha or other leadership training for youth and education leaders.

Coordination of Community Visits

• Manage scheduling and logistics for visits from RSY-Netzer and LJY-Netzer movement workers.

• Lead on the Shinshinim Programme, including recruitment, placement, and pastoral support.

Administrative Support

• Processing and administering DBS checks.

• Manage the use of educational platforms, such as Educare.

• Coordinate awards and certificate schemes, including the Jack Petchey Award and RSY Tilda Certificate programme.

Support for Youth Movement Programmes

• Provide educational guidance and practical support for RSY/LJY movement workers.

• Assist in organising major summer programmes, including Shemesh and Kadimah, as required.

• Support the Director of Youth with checking quality of educational content for camp Peulot.

• Attend one of RSY or LJY summer residentials as responsible adult and DDSL.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Professional Knowledge and Experience

• Proven experience in Jewish education, youth work, teaching, or community programming.

• Experience of residential youth or educational events, including programme development and delivery.

• Familiarity with curriculum/resource development and informal learning techniques.

• Understanding of the UK Jewish community landscape and youth movements.

• Experience working with volunteers and exchange programmes such as Shinshinim.

• Awareness of safeguarding practices, including DBS procedures.

Planning, Organisational, and Project Management Skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

• Experience organising large-scale events or programmes across different communities.

• Strong administrative and IT skills; proficiency with educational platforms (eg managing Educare system), high levels of accuracy, sensitivity and awareness of confidentiality.

• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate programmes effectively.

Interpersonal and Relationship-Building Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to build strong relationships with young people, volunteers, clergy, and lay leaders.

• Ability to facilitate networking and collaboration among educators.

• Skilled in mentoring, supporting, and motivating young people and programme leaders.

Educational and Youth Work Competencies

• Knowledge of youth development and informal education methodologies.

• Experience creating educational resources and delivering training to educators or youth workers.

• Ability to guide and support youth movement workers and programme leaders.

• Experience in delivering or supporting Hadracha or leadership training programmes.

Commitment and Values

• Commitment to the values of Progressive Judaism: inclusivity, equality, and innovation.

• Understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion in youth and educational settings.

• Demonstrates creativity, resilience, and enthusiasm in engaging with communities and young people.

Additional Skills and Attributes

• Hebrew language skills (advantageous).

• Flexible, adaptable, and able to respond to changing priorities.

• Willingness to travel nationally for community visits and events.

• Reflective practitioner, able to evaluate and improve own work and share best practice.

Hours: Full-time, with flexibility for evenings/weekends when required.

Annual leave: 21 days plus bank/public holidays, rising to 26 after 3 years’ service, plus Jewish festivals falling on working days.

Pension: Up to 7% employer contribution after two years’ service.

Other benefits: Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Scheme, professional development opportunities, subsidised lunches at the Sternberg Centre.

For more information and to be personally recommended for this role, please contact tali@theworkavenue.org.uk

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