Youth Employment Coordinator

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Youth Employment Coordinator
£30,000 per annum | fixed term (12 months) full-time | 37.5 hours per week

We are proud to be the official charity of Plymouth Argyle Football Club. For over 25
years it has been our mission has been to inspire and make a positive difference to

Devon and Cornwall Communities.

Our outreach work, and the impact we have on the lives of the communities we
proudly serve, wouldn’t be possible without our incredible people. Trust staff truly
make a difference every day.

Mark Lovell - Argyle Community Trust Chief Executive Officer

Who we are
We are the leading sport for social good charity
in Devon and Cornwall, operating over 2,700
square miles. We utilise the prestige of football
and the reach of the club to inspire, engage,
and help people of all ages, genders, races, and
socioeconomic statuses, with a vision to ‘provide
opportunities to all people within our local
communities by inspiring and empowering them
through sport’.

What we do
Our work across Devon and Cornwall focuses
on removing barriers to participation and
offering opportunities that are accessible to
all communities in our operational area. We
maintain a focus on disadvantaged and isolated
communities, underrepresented groups, at-risk
children, young people, and adults. We strive to
work ethically and transparently in everything we
do.

Our values
We endeavour to uphold six core organisational
values:

Professionalism - our staff are role models,
coaches, mentors, and teachers and must
conduct themselves professionally.
Inclusivity - we believe in fair play and having
open access for all. We aim to celebrate diversity
and focus on the needs of each individual and
community.
Respect - we respect our partners, people, and
communities and aim to gain the respect of
others.
Excellence - we strive for excellence in all we
do to support our beneficiaries and ensure they
reach their full potential.
Honesty - we are open and transparent in all our
work and with the communities we serve.
Pride - we are proud of what the organisation
and its parent club represent.

Our mission
Our mission is to inspire and make a positive
difference to Devon and Cornwall communities
through the power of sport and the brand of
Plymouth Argyle Football Club. In short ‘We are
One Argyle.’

Our work strands focus on six key areas, all
aligning with our strategic aims which are to:
Empower people in the communities of Devon
and Cornwall to overcome inequalities and
raise aspirations by providing opportunities and
accredited attainment.
Promote physical participation and wellbeing
by encouraging healthier lifestyles and removing
barriers to participation.
Inspire supporters to engage with our
community outreach programmes.
Improve our systems and structures to ensure
we provide quality, efficient services that are value
for money.
Understand and measure the impact of our
programmes on the community.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Argyle Community Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably
qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Safeguarding
Argyle Community Trust is committed to safeguarding, protecting the welfare of all participants in our
programmes and promoting robust policies to ensure that our staff and volunteers adhere to safe practices.
Where regulated activity forms a part of the job role, the successful candidate will be subject to undertaking
enhanced DBS checks prior to employment.

Candidates are advised that in order to identify any matters that might relate directly to ACT’s legal duty to
meet the safeguarding requirements set out in KCSIE, online searches may be carried out on short-listed
applicants in order to identify incidents or issues related to a candidate’s suitability to work with children.

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Youth Employment Coordinator
Plymouth
The Hub at Foulston Park, Madden Road, Plymouth PL1 4NE
Home Park, Plymouth PL2 3DQ
£30,000 per annum
Fixed Term 12 months with strong possibility of funding extension, full-time
37.5 hours per week
Employability Manager

Argyle Community Trust is the official charity of Plymouth Argyle Football Club and delivers a wide range of
education, employability, health and community programmes across Devon and Cornwall.

Due to the continued growth of our education and employability provision, we are seeking to appoint an
Youth Employment Hub Co-ordinator based at The Hub at Foulston Park, Devonport.

The Youth Employment Hub will act as a local access point for young people and adults seeking education,
employment, training and personal development opportunities. The role will focus on coordinating skills
provision, supporting individuals into positive pathways, and working collaboratively with partners including
colleges, training providers, employers and local agencies.

The post holder will play a key role in engaging individuals who may be at risk of becoming disengaged from
education or employment, helping them to access opportunities such as:

Education and training programmes
Apprenticeships
Employment opportunities
Employability skills development
Personal development and life skills programmes

The Youth Employment Coordinator will support the delivery of the Employment Hub by engaging
participants, identifying progression routes and working closely with the Trust’s education, employability
and apprenticeship teams. A key focus of the role will be building strong relationships with local employers,
promoting live job vacancies, and coordinating employer engagement activities including skills workshops,
drop-in advice sessions, mock interviews and careers events.

The postholder will help ensure participants gain direct exposure to employers and real employment
opportunities, supporting progression into sustained education, training and work while contributing to the
wider community impact of Argyle Community Trust.

How to Apply

If you can meet the specifications and would like to become part of the Argyle Community Trust team,
please complete our online application form
https://hr.breathehr.com/v/youth-employment-coordinator-45743

You will be given the opportunity to upload a covering letter and CV should you wish to do so however, for
safer recruitment purposes, we do not accept application by CV only.

If you would like further information or wish to discuss the post contact ACTrecruitment@pafc.co.uk.

For more information about the work of Argyle Community Trust and our strategic aims visit https://
argylecommunitytrust.co.uk/about-us/.

Closing date for applications - Sunday, 29 March 2026
Shortlisting - Monday, 30 March 2026
Interview Date -Thursday, 3 April 2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary Objectives of the Role

•  Coordinate the day-to-day running of the Youth Employment  Hub at Foulston Park, ensuring it

operates as a welcoming and accessible space for learners and job seekers.

•  Act as the first point of contact for individuals accessing the hub, providing initial advice and

guidance.

•  Carry out initial diagnostic assessments to identify suitable pathways for participants.
•  Support individuals to develop personal action plans focused on progression into education,

employment or training.

•  Signpost individuals to live job opportunities, relevant programmes delivered by Argyle Community

Trust or partner organisations.

Participant Support and Engagement

•  Support participants to build confidence, employability skills and motivation to progress.
•  Deliver or coordinate employability and personal development workshops, including CV writing,

interview preparation and job readiness skills.

•  Provide ongoing support to individuals to help them remain engaged in their progression pathway.
•  Track participant progress and record destination outcomes including employment, training or

education.

Partnership Development

•  Develop strong relationships with local employers, colleges, training providers and support agencies.
•  Work collaboratively with partners to identify opportunities such as:
•  Work experience placements
•  Apprenticeships
•  Training programmes
•  Employment opportunities
•  Represent Argyle Community Trust at network meetings, careers events and partnership forums.

Events, OUtreach and Promotion

•  Organise skills events, recruitment fairs, careers workshops and employer engagement

activities at Foulston Park.

•  Support outreach activity targeting individuals who may benefit from Youth Employment  Hub

services.

•  Promote the Youth Employment Hub through community engagement, marketing materials

and social media activity.

•  Work with the Trust’s communications team to share success stories and programme impact.

Administration and Reporting

•  Maintain accurate records of engagement and outcomes using internal systems.
•  Produce reports on participation, engagement and progression outcomes.
•  Support monitoring and evaluation requirements linked to programme funding.
•  Ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection, equality and health and safety policies.

Core Responsibilities

•  Prioritise Health and Safety and Safeguarding when planning and delivering to ensure that the

Trust protects the welfare and safety of all staff, volunteers and participants.

•  Enhance the reputation of the Trust by creating positive relationships within local and national

networks.

•  Strive for quality & high standards, setting clear expectations and upholding Trust values.
•  Take personal responsibility for executing your duties, understanding policies and following

procedures

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Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience

GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (or equivalent)

Experience working in education, employability or community engagement

Experience supporting individuals into employment, training or education

Experience working with young people or disadvantaged groups

Knowledge of local training, apprenticeship and employment pathways

Knowledge And Understanding

Understanding of employability skills and career progression pathways

Awareness of apprenticeship programmes and vocational education routes

Understanding of safeguarding and supporting vulnerable individuals

Knowledge of the local skills and employment landscape

Core Skills and Attributes

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to build positive relationships with individuals and partners

Strong organisational and time management skills

Ability to motivate and support individuals to achieve positive outcomes

Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and database systems

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Staff Skills and Attributes

Proven relationship-builder at all levels with strong interpersonal skills

Behave in an inclusive and respectful way, always representing the positive EDI values of the Trust

Ability to accurately convey meaning and deliver information in a clear and engaging way including face to face
presentations and written materials

Understand obligations regarding confidentiality, information sharing and GDPR

Good standard of English in both written and verbal communication; effectively conveying information at an
appropriate level at an appropriate level

Respond positively to feedback and strive for high standards and excellence in all aspects of the role.

Relationships

Key Internal Relationships

Key External Relationships

Skills Manager

Head of Education

Apprenticeship Manager

Education Manager

Jobcentre Plus / employment services (DWP)

Skills Launchpad

Local employees

Colleges and training providers

Health and Safety Manager

Local authority partners

Designated Safeguarding Officer

Community organisations and charities

Benefits - WHy work for us?

We aim to ensure we look after our staff welfare and provide fair opportunities across the charity. Argyle
Community Trust offers incentives and progression based on key performance indicators, appraisals and
added value to the Trust.

Relevant qualifications and training

Ticket incentives for staff

An opportunity to buy back on holidays

Free access to courses for your children across
Trust provisions

Club kit

Other Benefits

Holiday allowance based on service - After five years of service your holiday
entitlement will increase by one day each year, enabling you to increase your
holiday allowance by up to four days

Healthcare Cash Plan after successful completion of probation, not contrac-
tual but based on how the charity performs

Role Dependent Benefits
The Trust will also consider individual requirements needed to
complete a role including:

Work mobile phone with some allowance for
personal usage

Use of company vehicle for work purposes only

Car allowance

Plymouth Argyle Football in the Community Trust trading as Argyle Community Trust
Plymouth Argyle Football Club, Home Park, Plymouth, Devon, PL2 3DQ
www.argylecommunitytrust.co.uk
community@pafc.co.uk
01752 522202

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Company Number 06797988
Registered Charity Number 1128906
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