Job Description

To apply, please visit the Spireites Trust website Staff Vacancies page, found on the drop down menu. Download the application pack and once completed return this to Socialprescribing@cfcct.org.uk.

Chesterfield Football Club Community Trust

Reports to:

Thr1ve Senior Social Prescribing Wellbeing Mentor

Location:

Office base at The Technique Stadium, with travel across the wider Chesterfield area as required

Hours:

30 Hours per Week

Some flexibility may be required in hours worked

Salary:

23,810 (pro rata)

Type of contract:

Fixed term, with extension subject to funding

Background

Social Prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing through a referral to a Youth Wellbeing Mentor. Youth Wellbeing Mentors are able to spend time with an individual, focusing on 'what matters to me' and taking a holistic approach. They connect people to community-based and community-led social, practical and emotional support, as well as statutory services.

Social Prescribing aims to increase people's active involvement in their local communities. It can strengthen resilience at both a personal and community level, and it reduces health inequalities by supporting people to address the wider determinants of health, such as debt, poor housing and physical inactivity. It works particularly well for adults, children and young people who are lonely or isolated, and those with complex social needs which affect their wellbeing.

A key element of the support offered by the Youth Wellbeing Mentor is to build clients' motivation and confidence for change. They do this by utilising person-centred and asset-based approaches such as motivational interviewing, coaching and resilience building. They work to increase social connectedness, increase physical activity, improve financial stability, improve personal safety and support the development of social networks and community assets. Our Youth Wellbeing Mentors enable clients to achieve their goals through one-to-one support.

Nationally, and locally here in Derbyshire, social prescribing for adults is developing fast and delivering fantastic results. Traditionally it has been used to help adults and older adults find non-medical ways of combating loneliness and stress, but social prescribing has huge potential for young people too.

In 2021, Chesterfield Football Club Community Trust and Derbyshire Voluntary Action worked in partnership to establish a social prescribing service for children and young people in Chesterfield. Thanks to increased support from funding partners we are able expand our team of Youth Wellbeing Mentors to provide even more community-based support for 14-18 year-olds (up to 25yrs with additional needs).

Job Purpose

To work within the Thr1ve organisation, supporting Young People across North Derbyshire through group delivery and support. The main focus of this role is to support on the delivery of existing groups that are offered across the area both in schools and out in the community. Delivering groups on a range of different topics, from Young People Mental Health sessions or Skills Development sessions within schools, and community based Sport & Exercise sessions & Social Groups. As part of this role you will also be required to record and monitor data around the sessions and provide accurate evaluation reports where necessary. Along with some scope for the adaptation of existing group or the development and implementation of new groups where the service has identified gaps within the community.

Key Responsibilities

Group Development & Youth Engagement

To support staff on the delivery of a wide range of groups. Where appropriate, co-design new youth groups in collaboration with mentors and young people, ensuring inclusiveness and accessibility. Build and maintain rapport with Young People, Parents, Carers.

Partnership Working

Identify and engage local organisations aligned with the group's purpose. Maintain strong relationships with existing partners and develop new relationships with identified key service providers.

Training & Capacity Building

Deliver basic training and mentoring to young people on leadership, participation, and group skills. Support adult volunteers or staff in developing skills to sustain and lead youth groups.

Monitoring & Learning

Track progress and impact using case studies, feedback, and monitoring frameworks. Contribute to reporting for funders and stakeholders. Share learning to inform future youth engagement and group development work.

Person Specification

Essential

Experience working in a supportive role with children and young people (including in a peer support capacity) Level 3 qualification (achieved or working towards) in relevant subject or extensive experience Sound understanding of the role, benefits, and impact that pro-social community activity can have in improving health and wellbeing IT skills - ability to accurately record data and information. A 'people person' able to communicate effectively and build rapport with young people & young adults Ability to provide support in a way that engenders trust, confidence, and enthusiasm Ability to maintain effective working relationships and to promote collaborative practice with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple organisations A creative and innovative mind-set, and assets-based approach to developing the potential of young people & young adults Knowledge of and ability to work to policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, information governance, and health and safety Willingness to work flexibly, including some evening and weekends, to meet the demands of the project Full Driving Licence Meets DBS reference standards and has a clear criminal record, in line with the law on spent convictions

Desirable

Experience working with Groups Sound understanding of the wider determinants of health, including social, economic, and environmental factors and their impact on young people and communities

What We Offer

Supportive and flexible working environment Training and development opportunities Opportunity to shape sustainable community-led youth provision Pension CFCCT Wellbeing Offer Access to all CFFCT programs Be part of the CFCCT community

To apply, please visit the Spireites Trust website > Staff Vacancies page, found on the drop down menu. Download the application pack and once completed return this to Socialprescribing@cfcct.org.uk.

Interview Dates 25th & 26th November at The Hub, SMH Group Stadium

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Pay: 23,810.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime On-site parking Store discount
Application question(s):

Are you willing to travel across all areas Thrive Social Prescribing cover if necessary? As this role supports vulnerable young people in a Group Capacity, establishing trust is essential. How many years experience do you have working with young people and young adults in a supportive role?
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person