Job Description

Who we are

Teens Unite is an energetic, ambitious, and fast-growing charity dedicated to improving the lives of 13-24-year-olds during, and after cancer.

We're not a medical charity - we don't exist to cure cancer. We empower young people to live positively with cancer and thrive beyond it. We organise activities, programmes, and residential stays that give teenagers and young adults the opportunity to enjoy new experiences, make friends, learn new ski ls, and live life to the fu l without cancer holding them back.

Teens Unite is entering an exciting new chapter of growth as we work towards opening the first retreat in England for teenagers and young adults impacted by cancer. Alongside this, we are responding to a 45% increase in young people registering for our support.

To meet growing demand and ensure young people receive the support they need, we're expanding our Youth Engagement Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team at the forefront of delivering innovative and impactful social and physical support -making a lasting difference in young people's lives.

Reporting to:

Youth Engagement Manager

Location:

Broxbourne, Hertfordshire (Office-based a minimum of 3 days per week, with flexibility for hybrid working)

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

35 per week (A minimum of 28 hours considered, flexible working available)

Who you are

You're a motivated, proactive individual who thrives on creating impact and making a genuine difference. You're confident, adaptable, and ready to take ownership of projects that will inspire young people to challenge themselves, build resilience, and achieve their potential.

You'll bring fresh ideas, energy, and initiative - motivating and engaging the young people we support so they can make the most of every opportunity. Your approach is inclusive and empowering, giving them the confidence to step outside their comfort zone and live life beyond cancer.

What We Offer

When joining Teens Unite, you can expect:

To join a thriving organisation, with an inclusive, creative, and forward-thinking environment Be part of a team leading the way in physical and social support for teenagers and young adults affected by cancer- with a proven and measurable positive impact Responsibility and ownership of impactful projects that directly make a positive impact on the lives of others Collaboration with high-profile brands supporting the charity - YouTube, Tesco, Google, Warner Bros and Tottenham Hotspurs Support in your personal and professional development, including access to training Recently refurbished offices on a private site in the Hertfordshire countryside, with free on-site parking Flexible working arrangements, including 35 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), Christmas office closure and summer hours An optional, company-contributed pension scheme A competitive salary, reviewed annually

The role:

Cancer impacts young people in every area of their lives: mental health, friendships, education, employment, and self confidence - not just during treatment but long afterwards.

As part of the Beneficiary Services Team, you'll lead on planning and delivering a dynamic annual programme of in person and digital activities and events. You'll also play a key role in expanding our reach and engaging even more young people who need us. As a team, we deliver over 100 events and activities each year - your role help ensure they are innovative, impactful, and appealing to young people.

Welcome and act as the first point of contact for young people and their families, building trust and ensuring they feel supported Design, plan, and deliver a dynamic calendar of in-person and digital activities that genuinely appeal to this age group - mixing creativity, fun, and challenge Lead our Be Active pilar of support, organising sports and fitness activities that empower young people to rebuild strength, confidence, and resilience following diagnosis. You'll work with inspiring partners such as Tottenham Hotspur, Ballerz, Lee Valley, and more Visit hospitals across the UK, delivering hands-on activities on wards and raising awareness of Teens Unite services Champion inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring our support is relevant and open to all, regardless of background, culture, or ability, and ensure our records are up to do date to manage this Develop and grow our family support programme, giving parents and siblings opportunities to connect Monitor and evaluate impact, ensuring the voices of young people are heard and using their feedback to shape and improve what we do

Additional information:

Travel - Travel across the UK will be required for events, hospital visits, and meetings (expenses covered) Flexible working - Our core hours are Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, but activities often run evenings (until 8pm) and weekends (around one day per month). Hours will be adjusted accordingly Residential stays - Twice a year we deliver four-night residentials. This role requires attendance for the full duration (time off in lieu provided)

Person Specification

Essential:

Passionate about supporting young people facing life-changing challenges, and motivated to make a tangible difference Have a keen interest in sport and use this passion to encourage others to participate Organised and efficient, with the ability to plan and deliver projects with exceptional attention to detail A strong communicator who can build trust and engagement, and confidently present and lead activities
Desirable:

A full, clean UK driving licence. Qualifications or experience in youth work, social care, family support, or community projects
Application Closing Date: Sunday 28 September 2025

Interviews: W/C 6 October 2025

Salary band: 24,000 - 28,000

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to careers@teensunite.org. Please ensure your email is marked 'FAO of Youth Engagement Manager'.

Teens Unite are committed to ensuring a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We value and celebrate differences in identity, background, and perspective, and we actively work to remove barriers in our recruitment process. If you need adjustments or accommodations during the application process, please let us know.

At Teens Unite, safeguarding is of the utmost importance. All employment is subject to satisfactory employment and criminal record checks to ensure the safety of the young people we support.

Please note, where a suitable candidate is found, the role may close earlier than the advertised deadline.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: 24,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Application question(s):

Teens Unites' head office is based in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire. Are you able to reliably commute to the office for work? What is your current notice period (if any)? Do you have prior experience in a role similar to the one you are applying for? (Yes/No - with a short explanation if yes). In a few sentences, please tell us why you are interested in working with Teens Unite, and what attracts you to this role in particular.
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Broxbourne EN10 7PZ (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/09/2025
Reference ID: Youth Engagement