Policies & Support Material
Below are the latest policy & support documents relating to the youth voluntary sector.
The Hertfordshire Safeguarding Children Board is pleased to announce that its new user friendly website is now live. As well as the revised HSCB Child Protection & Safeguarding Children Procedures 2010, you will find lots of useful information, guidance and support at www.hertssafeguarding.org.uk
Vacancies
Play Manager - Watford Borough Council
£25,472 - £28,636 plus £798 Inner Fringe Weighting per annum
An exciting opportunity in Watford is available to manage the new re-designed Play Service for children aged 5-15 years, providing a service all year round. You will manage a new service comprising 2 Adventure Playgrounds and Play Rangers, directly managing 2 Team Leaders and a team of 13. You are responsible for a budget of approximately £600,000.
For further information about the Watford Borough Council post, call Gary Oliver on 01923 278251 or 07769 887344 or visit www.watford.gov.uk
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 15th May 2012
Provisional interview date: Wednesday 23rd May 2012
Play Development Officer - Three Rivers District Council
Salary: £25,444 to £27,074 p.a. (inclusive of local weighting allowance) Plus Essential Car User allowance
Three Rivers District Council are looking for an enthusiastic and committed person to continue developing children’s play opportunities across Three Rivers district, in South West Hertfordshire. You will be responsible for the management of a varied programme of play activities, which include their outstanding Ofsted registered holiday playschemes, Play Rangers project, Skate Park and National Play Day celebrations.
For further information about the Three Rivers Distrct Council Post, call Alison Phin on 01923 727143 or click here Three Rivers Play Officer
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 15th May 2012
Provisional interview date: Thursday 24th May 2012
HCC Youth Support Workers
£7.63 - £8.55 per hour
Working with young people aged 13 to 19 you will need to have energy, commitment and creativity to motivate young people to learn new skills and develop there abilities. HCC are keen to hear from a range of individuals including those with skills, knowledge and experience in sports, arts, media, music and other areas that would benefit and be of interest to young people. The posts require an enhanced CRB check.
Apply now online at: www.hertsdirect.org/services/jobs quoting Ref: G04025JB002 or call 01992 531903 for an application pack.
http://www.hertsdirect.org/docs/pdf/h/hertsjobexs.pdf
CYP - New Communications Manager
Clubs for Young People are looking for a new Communications Manager. They will be responsible for the development of our communications strategy, promoting our brand, designing all print and online materials, managing our online presence, organising national conferences and supporting the organisation’s high-profile ambassadors.This is a challenging role and we are looking for an energetic, creative, organised, confident and motivated individual. You will have a flair for networking, at least three years’ experience working in communications, knowledge of the voluntary sector, extensive social media and marketing skills, and outstanding project management skills.
Closing date for receipt of application is 12 noon on 18 May 2012 and interviews will be held in London on Monday 28 May 2012.
http://www.clubsforyoungpeople.org.uk/page.asp?section=70§ionTitle=Work+for+us
Youth Work Bank Staff
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of the YMCA youth work team within a growing situation across Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City and Stevenage. The YMCA operate a number of town centre Youth & Community centres called Space from which they run a youth work programme and offer a range of opportunities for young people.
They are seeking passionate and committed Youth Workers to join the Youth Worker bank which will enable them to meet their growing and changing situation. They are looking for people who can step into situations, lead youth work sessions and engage positively with young people through their Space centres and other youth work activities.
All applications should be made through their website (http://www.ymcacentralherts.org.uk/pages/youth-work-bank-staff-.html) by clicking 'Application form' on the left hand side of the page. If you have any further enquiries please contact Areen Voskanian, HR Advisor on 01707 290 712 or areen.voskanian@ymcacentralherts.org.uk
Please contact the YMCA directly if you are interested in this opportunity.