Youth Programme Co-Ordinator

Hours of Work: 35 hours per Week | Monday to Friday  

Responsible for: Volunteers and interns

Reports to: Youth Programmes Manager

Salary band: £24,000 - £28,000 FTE (depending on skills and experience)

Application Process: Please follow the process detailed on our website, Work With Us | The Baytree Centre

Deadline for application: Tuesday, 22^nd July 11.59 pm.

Interviews: Interviews will take place during the week commencing Monday 28th July and will follow a two-stage process: Stage one will be a formal interview with members of the Baytree staff team. Stage two will involve an interview with a group of Baytree girls and young women, including the delivery of a short activity of your choice.

Eligibility: This post is restricted to women only as a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 paragraph 1, Equality Act 2010. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, applicants must have the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship.

Environment

The Baytree Centre is a women and girls’ social inclusion charity based in Brixton, supporting those from some of the most disadvantaged areas in Lambeth. Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching and shaped by local needs, our programmes span skills development, mentoring, welfare support, and creative and academic activities — all designed to build confidence, raise aspirations, and improve life chances.

Our work is driven by a dedicated team of 30 staff and supported by a vibrant community of committed volunteers. Each year, our Youth Service engages around 500 girls aged 5 to 19 through holistic, empowering programmes.

We’re looking for a motivated, innovative, and compassionate individual to join our Youth Service team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young people, a collaborative approach, and a strong alignment with Baytree’s values. At Baytree, how we work matters as much as what we do — we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where both clients and staff can thrive.

We recognise the positive value of diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from underrepresented groups and with lived experience.

Purpose of the Role

The Youth Programme Co-ordinator will play a key role in the planning, delivery, coordination, and evaluation of Baytree’s holistic youth offer. This includes our academic, wellbeing, life skills, employability, mentoring and integration support programmes.

You will support the organisation and implementation of afterschool clubs and holiday activities, oversee youth-led initiatives such as the Youth Council, and help embed youth voice and participation across the wider service. You will build positive relationships with girls and young women, acting as a trusted adult and role model who supports their personal, social, and educational growth.

You will work collaboratively within a dedicated and supportive team to ensure our programmes are inclusive, safe, and engaging, generating an environment where girls feel welcomed, valued and able to thrive. You will help create a nurturing culture through consistent reinforcement of positive behaviour, strong safeguarding practice, and a trauma-informed approach.

You will also play a key role in supporting volunteers, maintaining communication with families and partners, and contributing to programme monitoring, evaluation and improvement. All duties should be carried out in alignment with the Baytree Centre’s values and commitment to inclusion, dignity, and the empowerment of women and girls. You may also be asked to carry out other duties as reasonably required.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Safeguarding and Compliance

• Promote a strong safeguarding culture and uphold Baytree’s policies.
• Support compliance with external quality standards (e.g. London Youth, Matrix).
• Maintain enhanced DBS certification and attend training, supervision, and team meetings.
• Set a positive example in conduct and professionalism.

Programme Coordination

• Coordinate delivery across youth programmes: academic support, life skills, wellbeing, employability, mentoring, and integration.
• Ensure sessions are inclusive, trauma-informed, and responsive to girls' needs.
• Communicate with participants, families, and volunteers; support planning and delivery.
• Supervise and support volunteers and maintain high programme quality.

Holiday Activities & Trips

• Plan and deliver engaging holiday activities and trips.
• Handle logistics: bookings, consents, risk assessments, and parent communication.
• Gather feedback and support evaluation.

Youth Participation & Leadership

• Coordinate the Youth Council and champion youth-led initiatives.
• Facilitate leadership opportunities through volunteering and peer support.

Onboarding & Relationship Management

• Conduct assessments and onboarding for new participants.
• Maintain accurate records and build strong relationships with girls and families.
• Offer a supportive and welcoming presence.

Volunteer Engagement

• Support training, supervision, and rota coordination for volunteers and interns.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive volunteer environment.

Monitoring & Evaluation

• Record attendance and impact data; support surveys and feedback collection.
• Contribute to internal and funder reports and ongoing service improvement.

General Duties

• Manage resources and support programme outreach and events.
• Collaborate across teams and contribute to a positive organisational culture.
• Perform other reasonable duties as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Level 2 or 3 qualification, or diploma in Youth Work Practice (desirable)
• Degree in Social Sciences, Education, Youth Work or related field (desirable)

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience working with young people and delivering youth-focused projects (essential)
• Understanding of safeguarding, health & safety, and youth service regulations (essential)
• Experience building positive relationships with young people, families, and partners (essential)
• Awareness of agencies working with young people (essential)
• Experience working in a community setting or similar (essential)
• Local knowledge and understanding of the challenges faced by young people in Lambeth (essential)
• Highly organised with strong verbal and written communication skills (essential)
• Friendly, proactive, and approachable with a positive attitude (essential)
• Flexible, inclusive, and non-judgemental approach to work (essential)
• Good communication skills in a community language (e.g. Spanish, Portuguese, Somali, Arabic) (desirable)
• Awareness of the realities of delivering community-based youth services (desirable)