At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead fun running sessions and empower young people through movement and creativity.
- Company: The Outrunners, a vibrant charity backed by Nike, focused on youth empowerment.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and community impact.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help shape the futures of young people in your community.
- Qualifications: Experience working with youth and a passion for health and wellbeing.
The Outrunners are recruiting a Youth Practitioner to deliver our Schools Programme, in collaboration with Nike!
Location: East London - Newham, Hackney, Tower Hamlets
Salary: £15-£17 p/h
Hours: Up to 15 hours a week with the potential for more. Core hours: 10am-8pm, must be available evenings and occasional weekends.
Who are we?
The Outrunners are a running charity based in Hackney, on a mission to empower young people through movement. Backed by an incredible crew of volunteers and partner brands like Nike and Moju, we help young people in East London to build confidence, wellbeing, health and leadership skills.
We deliver free, fun, sociable, youth-led running and movement sessions for 8-18 year olds every week - during term time and holidays. But we’re about more than just running. We also create spaces for young people to explore creativity and culture, go on exciting trips, access wraparound wellbeing support, and develop the skills and opportunities they need to shape the futures they want.
Over the past five years, we’ve supported thousands of young people.
Youth Practitioner (Sessional) employer: The Outrunners Charity
The Outrunners is an exceptional employer, dedicated to empowering young people in East London through movement and creativity. With a vibrant work culture that values collaboration and community engagement, employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying flexible hours and support for personal growth. Working alongside renowned partners like Nike, you will be part of a passionate team that fosters confidence, wellbeing, and leadership skills in youth, making every session rewarding and fulfilling.
