Pension and benefits:
5% employer contribution pension, with an additional 5% employee contribution.
This candidate will be joining a vibrant and brave grassroots organisation led by Gypsy and Traveller people in West Yorkshire. Leeds Gypsy and Traveller Exchange (Leeds GATE) is an established and award-winning civil societyorganisationwith a national profile. We arerecognisedas being innovative, brave and creative.Our overall aim is to improve the quality of life for Gypsies andTravellersthrough addressing inequalities in homes, health, education, and employment, financial and social inclusion. We run a number ofa communityfacing and strategic projects to achieve our aims including advocacy, community development and youth work.Those who access our services and activities are members of Leeds GATE.
As a community developmentworker,you will play a key role in ourorganisation, building strong relationships with our communities. You will deliver outreach including activities,information,and support. You will plan community groups with our members, ensuring members have access to opportunities and promoting health and wellbeing. You will support families with their own goals and help people organize together when facing a collective issue – aiming to improve health, homes,education,and inclusion for our members.
As a teamplayer,you will communicate proactively with your team and line manager,and work with our members,staffand partners to build trusted relationships.You will listen to and identifymembers’issues and concerns, bringing a solution focused approach to the work.You willfacilitateasset-based community development approaches in galvanizing people, by working together on projects that bring improved health,wellbeingand social inclusion to the Leeds GATE members in Bradford. Gaining and sharing insight of the barriers preventing their community development goals and working with key stakeholders to address these barriers.
Leeds GATE believes that everyone is equal and can be included
All GATE staff are required to work within and are supervised on Leeds GATE’s Values. Leeds GATE is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, the organisation follows safe recruitment practices to protect children and adults at risk, and the applicant will have to have a Criminal Records check.
Leeds GATE is an equal opportunities employer.
Our story
Learn more about Leeds GATE and our history.
We want to ensure our staff are cared for and valued. Below is a summary of our staff benefits on offer to employees:
Work life balance
Flexibility
Leave policies
Training
Free counselling
Parking
Central location
Our visions and values
Our vision: a world in which all Gypsies and Travellers have the opportunity to thrive and make choices as equal, valued and respected members of society.
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Community Development Worker Bradford employer: Leeds Gate
Leeds GATE is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for those passionate about community development. With a strong emphasis on safeguarding and equality, employees are encouraged to grow through meaningful engagement with Gypsy and Traveller communities, while enjoying opportunities for professional development and collaboration in a vibrant, diverse setting. Working in Calderdale & Wakefield not only allows you to make a tangible impact but also offers a unique chance to be part of a team that values trust, respect, and community spirit.
