Inclusion Coordinator

Are you passionate about fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected? Do you have the drive to make a real difference in the lives of others? If so, we want you to join our dynamic team as an Inclusion Coordinator in Burnt Oak, London!

In the role of an Inclusion Coordinator, you are responsible for leading the Limitless session every Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm throughout the year, as well as overseeing the Limitless Holiday Club session on Wednesdays from 10 am to 2 pm during school holidays. Your duties include identifying the diverse needs of young people aged 8 to 19 (with an extension up to 25 for those with additional needs), planning, coordinating, and executing youth work tailored to these needs to ensure their positive engagement in the Youth Zone. Additionally, you will support the development of the Deputy Inclusion Club Lead, influence the overall program of events to appeal to a broad spectrum of young people with additional needs, serve as a role model and resource for staff and volunteers to enhance their inclusion practices, participate in continuous professional development related to inclusion, contribute to effective partnerships with relevant agencies, and manage the inclusion budget line as well as coordinating special events and activities for Limitless sessions. Furthermore, as part of your general duties, you will actively contribute to the team and uphold the values and principles of Unitas Youth Zone while undertaking any other reasonable tasks as assigned by management in line with the organisation's needs.

Hours of Work: Part Time, 16 hours per week (0.4 FTE)

Salary: GBP28,000-GBP29,500 pro rata depending on experience

To be successful as the Inclusion Coordinator, you will have:

• Youth work experience (centre-based and outreach) including developing and delivering high quality sessions
• Extensive experience of working with young people
• Significant experience of successful inclusion work
• Experience of leading a universal session or similar duty manager-type responsibility
• Experience of working with other agencies to promote best outcomes for children/young people
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to deal with the specific demands of approaching young people in their own space and negotiating acceptance by them
• Ability to establish effecting working relationships with a wide range of agencies and individuals
• Ability to understanding issues leading to exclusion from participation and success
• Knowledge of the issues affecting young people and an ability to work with challenging behaviour and complex needs

Desirable:

• Sound knowledge of equality and diversity principles
• Knowledge of the local SEND sector
• Developing and managing events and workshops
• Substantial experience of successful partnership working
• Working with and managing staff and volunteers
• Experience of monitoring and evaluation tools

Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do

Unitas Youth Zone is an independent charity, providing a safe and inspiring place for all young people. Open 6 days a week including school holidays, our vision is for every young person to be supported & empowered to reach their potential.

Join us in making a difference and raising the aspirations of young people in Burnt Oak and surrounding areas, North London. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from individuals with non-traditional backgrounds. Safeguarding is paramount, and an enhanced DBS check is required. As an equal opportunity employer, we value individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Many young people, particularly those from socio-economically deprived areas, face an endless maze of boredom, loneliness, and temptation, with nowhere to go and a lack of inspiring and productive activities to occupy their leisure time. Unitas is dedicated to young people and makes a bold statement about the importance of giving young people high-quality places to go in their leisure time.

Ready to take on the challenge as our next Inclusion Coordinator? Don't hesitate- apply now!