At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team to enhance youth engagement and create impactful programmes.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking council dedicated to youth services and community development.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse workplace, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Welsh speakers are encouraged to apply, with guaranteed interviews for qualified candidates.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people aged 11-25.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership skills and experience in managing youth services.
The predicted salary is between 52413 - 52413 £ per year.
Mae’r ddogfen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg / This document is also available in Welsh.
- Ty Elai Offices, Dinas Isaf East, Williamstown, Tonypandy CF40 1NY
- Job Role
Youth Service Manager – 37 hours per week – Grade 14 at £52,413 per annum.
Responsibilities
- Lead the operational delivery of the Youth Engagement and Participation Service, overseeing over 60 staff.
- Provide strategic and operational leadership to a multi‑disciplinary team, ensuring services are evidence‑led and responsive to local needs.
- Develop, deliver and evaluate innovative interventions that improve outcomes for young people aged 11–25.
- Manage resources effectively, including budgets, secure funding and drive continuous improvement.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with South Wales Police, Welsh Government and third‑sector organisations, delivering integrated services.
- Lead the Youth Support Services Strategy and ensure the voice of young people informs service design.
- Fulfil safeguarding responsibilities and undertake enhanced disclosure and barring service checks.
Qualifications & Skills
- Experienced, dynamic leader with a passion for managing youth services.
- Strong communication and partnership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and secure funding.
- Track record of delivering measurable impact and continuous improvement.
- Effective team development and leadership skills.
- Experience working within statutory frameworks for youth provision.
- Welsh Language
As part of the Council’s longer term Welsh language objectives, a guaranteed interview scheme is available for Welsh‑speakers of Level 3 and above who meet the essential criteria.
An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
EEO Statement
The Council values diversity in its workforce.
We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity.
We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.
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Contact Details:
Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council Recruitment Team
