At a Glance
- Tasks: Build relationships and empower the Gypsy and Traveller community through engaging activities.
- Company: Join Leeds GATE, a vibrant grassroots organisation making a real difference.
- Benefits: Enjoy 28 days leave, a generous pension scheme, and flexible work-life balance.
- Other info: Be part of an award-winning team with training opportunities and a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on people's lives while developing your skills in community work.
- Qualifications: Passion for community development and understanding of diverse cultures.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
5% employer contribution pension, with an additional 5% employee contribution. Leave: 28 days plus 14 Bank Holidays (pro rata).
Join a vibrant grassroots organisation led by Gypsy and Traveller people in West Yorkshire. Leeds GATE is an award-winning civil society organisation with a national profile, recognised for innovative, brave and creative work. We aim to improve the quality of life for Gypsies and Travellers by addressing inequalities in homes, health, education, employment, financial and social inclusion.
In this role you will build trusted relationships with Leeds GATE members, residents and families living on the Heath Common local authority site (Wakefield), yards, houses and roadside across the Wakefield district and Calderdale Borough. Gain understanding of people’s strengths, interests and hobbies, and the needs for support, barriers and issues faced by Gypsies and Travellers.
Help develop and create opportunities to engage the community through activities and group work, empowering people, building confidence and improving health and wellbeing outcomes. Work within Leeds GATE’s Values and support safeguarding of children and adults at risk. All staff are required to work within and are supervised on Leeds GATE’s Values. The organisation follows safe recruitment practices and requires a Criminal Records check for all staff. Leeds GATE is an equal opportunities employer.
Staff Benefits
- 5% employer pension contribution
- 5% employee pension contribution
- Leave: 28 days plus 14 Bank Holidays (pro rata)
- Work‑life balance and flexibility
- Training opportunities
- Free counselling
- Parking
- Central location
Community Development Worker - Calderdale & Wakefield employer: Leeds Gate
Leeds GATE is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment that prioritises the well-being of its staff and the communities they serve. With generous leave entitlements, a strong pension scheme, and a commitment to employee development through training opportunities, Leeds GATE fosters a culture of empowerment and growth. Working in the vibrant West Yorkshire area, employees have the unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of Gypsies and Travellers while enjoying a flexible work-life balance.
