Job Description

We welcome you to YMCA Derbyshire.



We have been at the heart of the community in Derbyshire since 1847. While the scope of our work has changed considerably over the years, our vision hasn't. Our holistic development in body, mind and spirit and our mission to break down barriers to achievement and help local people to fulfil their potential has remained our constant purpose.



Every year, we support over 300 individuals in our housing provision, enabling them to grow their confidence and move into education, training, employment and into independent living. Alongside this we provide a whole host of youth and community services including our own community gardens. We also provide training and education to 150 young people each year who find mainstream education more difficult, as well as high-quality childcare within our community.



Our team works hard to provide as much care and support for those who need it most, every day we make a difference.

Position:

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Green Hub SEND Curriculum and Wellbeing Lead

Based: YMCA Derbyshire Green Hub and other YMCA sites

Salary:

27318 pro rata

Hours:

28hrs per week



This is an exciting opportunity for you to join the team at YMCA Derbyshire; a charity at the heart of the community in Derbyshire. We are committed to helping people at times of need, regardless of gender, race, ability or faith. Our values to Protect, Trust, Hope and Persevere underpin all of our services across the county.


This role is part of the YMCA Derbyshire Lifelong Learning team.


The role is to manage and deliver the new Green hub SEND provision on site at Parcel at the Green hub for 12 young people 16-24 years old who have an EHCP. You will operationally lead and be part of the delivery team to ensure provision is delivered within Our Lifelong learning guidelines and meets the individual needs of the participants effectively. You will be the point of coordination and communication between YMCA Derbyshire, Derby City Council inclusion team, outside support agencies, students and carers. Your key focus will be to support and development of the young people to ensure future success inbuilding their life skills and securing next steps education or employment.


The Green hub is a new facility which is due to open in January 2026 which will enable young people to study in a small bespoke environment which is within a green space where they can do practical hands-on skills alongside core life skills and Math and English.

Duties will involve ;

To co-ordinate the delivery of a SEND programme of study at the green hub programme for 12 young adults with SEMH needs. The programme will focus on hands on practical skills, life skills/employability developing whilst also embedding Maths and English. To line manage the delivery team for the programme. To identify a student's personal support needs, strengths, interests, and abilities related to developing their skill and knowledge for effective progression into further education or employment whilst ensuring they are getting the personal health and social care support they need. To follow Key College safeguarding practices and requirements and report as required.

Requirements:

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At YMCA Derbyshire we aim to transform the lives of the people we work with for the better. We are looking for brilliant people who will ensure that safeguarding the people we work with is a priority.

The appointment is subject to YMCA Derbyshire receiving two satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check and a six-month probationary period.

Other information:

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YMCA Derbyshire are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Employer'. If you're disabled, we will guarantee you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role you've applied for. Are you a disabled candidate who would like to apply on this basis?



If you do not wish to apply under the scheme, but do require us to make reasonable adjustments for you to attend an interview, then please let us know what those adjustments will be.

What we offer:

25 days holiday (pro rata) as standard with an extra 2 days after 5 years of service People celebration event each year. (Celebrating our Peoples Achievements) Recognition initiatives such as employee of the year and star of the quarter Smart Health app where you will have access to an online doctor for you and your family as well as nutritional advice and Mental Health assistance. Life Assurance 2 times your annual salary Real Living Wage Christmas/ Easter and Quarterly Treats Your Birthday off every year Long Service rewards Training and Development

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For an informal chat please contact Louise Curd on 07471351183 during the hours of 9am - 4pm

Closing date;

13th August 2025 @8am

Interview Date;

20th August 2025

Vision

Our vision is enabling young people and communities to thrive:

- So, they can fulfil their dreams;


- have a safe space to learn and grow;


- feel equipped to belong, contribute and prosper; and


- feel supported to be active in body, mind and spirit.

Together we create places where people flourish.

Mission

To develop the whole person, body, mind and spirit.

Values

From 1 Corinthians 13:4-7


Protect | Trust | Hope | Persevere

YMCA Derbyshire are committed to providing dual professionalism opportunities

We will do this by offering placements within other organisations in our community.



By supporting dual professionalism, we will improve our development, increase our experiences and outcomes which will positively impact YMCA Derbyshire, our employees, our residents and learners and our communities.

Equality and Diversity Statement:

YMCA Derbyshire is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of its operations. We value and embrace individual differences and believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity. We welcome people from all backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.