At a Glance
- Tasks: Co-deliver training and support peer mentoring programmes for young people.
- Company: Join Anna Freud, a leading mental health charity focused on youth wellbeing.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and access to free counselling services.
- Other info: Hybrid working with opportunities for personal growth and connection within a diverse team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people through mentoring.
- Qualifications: Experience in mentoring, strong communication skills, and good organisational abilities.
The predicted salary is between 15.64 - 15.64 £ per hour.
Are you interested in co-delivering training? Anna Freud is seeking a Participation Programme Assistant to join our world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families.
Our EDI commitment
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and being an equal opportunities employer, whereby equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our recruitment practices. All candidates who meet the job criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, socioeconomic background, caring responsibilities and care experience. We believe a diverse workforce enhances our ability to support mental health and wellbeing, allowing us to better meet the needs of the children, young people and families we serve. As a Disability Confident employer, disabled candidates meeting our criteria are guaranteed an interview.
What We Offer
We offer a range of staff benefits, including wellbeing offers such as free counselling through our Employee Assistance Programme. We are proud to have staff-led Diversity Networks offering unique opportunities for learning, connection and impact. As a Participation Programme Assistant you will also have the opportunity to connect with other colleagues within the Participation team.
What You’ll Do
You will co-deliver training to staff at partner sites and mentors. You will support the development, co-production and delivery of a peer mentoring training programme, using your lived experience of mentoring to help train youth professionals and young mentors, enhance programme content, and contribute to improving mental wellbeing outcomes for children and young people. You will be closely supported by our multidisciplinary AMBIT team, which is made up of clinicians, trainers and practitioners in the field of child mental health.
What You’ll Bring
- Experience of mentoring young people, ideally through a peer mentoring or youth programme.
- Good communication skills, with confidence speaking to groups and sharing your experiences.
- Ability to work well with others and build positive relationships with young people, colleagues and partners.
- Good organisational and IT skills, with the ability to manage your time effectively and travel to partner sites when required.
Key details
- Hours: flexible, as and when required - a mixture of daytime and evening sessions.
- Pay rate: £15.64 per hour.
- Location: hybrid working (a mixture of onsite and home/remote working). Most work will be at partner sites in Cambridgeshire or London (travel expenses paid).
- Contract type: zero hours - starting in September 2026. The programme is expected to run across two years.
Closing date for applications midday (12pm), Wednesday 5 August 2026. Notification of interview shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Thursday 13 August 2026. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants. Interviews will be held remotely on 18 or 19 August 2026.
Questions? Please email recruitment@annafreud.org with any job enquiries, or if you require assistance or experience difficulties when applying. Please note that successful candidate(s) will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer - we do not hold a sponsor license therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.
Participation Programme Assistant in Ely employer: ANNA FREUD
Anna Freud is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where creativity and innovation thrive. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the digital landscape while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive culture.
