At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and young people in schools to improve their mental health and wellbeing.
- Company: Join a passionate team at a leading charity focused on youth support.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, wellbeing programmes, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working environment with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for supporting mental health.
The predicted salary is between 25850 - 25850 £ per year.
We’re excited to be recruiting for a Children and Young People’s School Coordinator to join our growing Children and Young People’s Team. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver a range of early intervention and resilience-based projects in primary and secondary schools and colleges across Lancashire, supporting children and young people to improve their mental health and wellbeing.
Responsibilities
- Deliver support in schools and colleges, including assemblies, group programmes and workshops on topics such as resilience, anxiety and wellbeing.
- Provide 1:1 support where needed.
- Work closely with school staff and partners, building strong relationships and ensuring support meets the needs of children and young people.
Qualifications & Skills
- Excellent communication skills, confident, driven and able to work independently.
- Warm, engaging and creative, with the ability to build rapport quickly with young people and school staff.
- Flexible, able to adapt practice to different settings and respond to the needs of the organisation and the communities served.
- Good understanding of barriers that some young people face in achieving good mental health and wellbeing.
- Commitment to early intervention and building resilience.
Benefits
- Dedicated workplace wellbeing programme, including an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Paid wellbeing half day and regular wellbeing activities.
- Workplace pension scheme, paid emergency time off to care for dependents, regular supervision and commitment to learning and development.
- 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), additional closure days over Christmas, long service leave and option to buy or sell annual leave.
Please note: This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Children and Young People's School Coordinator in Leyland employer: Lancashire Mind
Lancashire Mind is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Leyland, Lancashire. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible working options, generous annual leave, and a commitment to professional development. Join us in making a meaningful impact on mental health and wellbeing in our communities while enjoying a positive workplace culture that values collaboration and growth.
