Youth Project Coordinator

We are looking for a Youth Project Coordinator to develop, oversee and deliver a varied youth programme which empowers young people to feel connected to their community and live to their full potential. Our youth project has been established in the community since 2007, with summer provision, evening drop-ins, after school activities, mentoring and a youth leadership programme. Could you help us to grow and shape this project to support and empower more local young people?
We are commissioned by Newham Council to lead the Royal Docks Youth Zone, and you will be key to our delivery of the programme, working regularly with over 300 young people. Sessions will include skills-based workshops, afterschool activities, youth leadership opportunities, holiday programmes and our twice-weekly evening youth club with activities such as crafts, dance, DJing, games and skating.
West Silvertown Foundation has already established strong links with our local secondary school, Oasis Academy Silvertown. Staff from our youth team go into school daily, delivering mentoring and clubs. The successful applicant will be in school at least one day per week leading this work, and will look for ways to increase wrap around support for young people.
The successful applicant will enjoy working with young people from a range of backgrounds, with an array of needs and aspirations. We believe young people are the future leaders of our community, so coproduction with them will be an important part of this role. You will also connect young people and their families with other aspects of West Silvertown Foundation s work, and with the wider community.
If you relish a challenge, are keen to make a positive difference to people s lives and contribute at the heart of a diverse community in London s Royal Docks then we would love to hear from you.
We want to hear from all interested candidates, and to be considered for the position you must submit a detailed covering letter along with your CV, outlining why you're right for the role.
Deadline: Wednesday 29th January
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted on Thursday 30th January
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a visit to the youth project week beginning 3rd February
Interviews will take place 10th 12th February