Youth Programmes Manager

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Do you have the creativity, drive, and leadership skills to design and deliver life-changing youth programmes? Join us as Youth Programmes Manager and play a key role in empowering and inspiring the next generation.

Position: Youth Programmes Manager
Salary: £16,061 per annum (£32,000 FTE)
Location: Marlow and surrounding areas
Hours: Part-Time, 20 hours per week (Fixed-term for two years)
Closing Date: Monday, 10 February, 10am
Interview Date: Friday, 14 February, in Marlow

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for travel is required.

Why This Job?

At Brighter Futures Together, we’re all about giving young people the tools to flourish. Our small but mighty team is making a real difference in the lives of 11–18-year-olds by helping them build confidence, improve mental health, and find their voice. If you’re passionate, creative, and ready to roll up your sleeves, we’d love to have you on board.

As our Youth Programmes Manager, you’ll take the lead in designing and delivering transformative opportunities for young people. Your role will be hands-on, dynamic, and deeply rewarding.

• Create Impactful Programmes: Design and deliver innovative, person-centred initiatives that foster resilience and wellbeing.
• Team Leadership: Lead, motivate, and support a dedicated team of part-time staff, sessional workers, and volunteers, ensuring they deliver exceptional youth programmes.
• Measure Success: Monitor and evaluate programmes to showcase their impact and ensure they meet targets.
• Build Connections: Cultivate meaningful partnerships with schools, community organisations, and stakeholders.
• Be a Mentor: Provide guidance, support, and advocacy for young people and their families.
• Shine a Spotlight: Promote our work through social media, community events, and outreach activities.
• Champion Safeguarding: Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and compliance, ensuring every programme is a safe space.

We’re after someone who’s as passionate about helping young people as we are. If you’re a natural leader with loads of energy and great ideas, this could be the perfect role for you.

• Experience working with young people or communities (and loving it!).
• A knack for project management, including budgets and measuring success.
• Brilliant people skills – you’re great at connecting with others.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and the challenges young people face today.
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends when needed.

Bonus Points: If you’re a JNC-qualified Youth Worker or have similar experience, we’d be even more excited to meet you!

At Brighter Futures Together, you’ll be part of a supportive, tight-knit team that’s all about creating brighter days for young people. Every day here is meaningful, and your work will truly matter.

• A chance to run programmes that genuinely change lives.
• A friendly, supportive work environment.
• Opportunities to grow and develop your skills.
• A flexible, part-time role that works around your life.

This is more than a job – it’s a chance to make a real impact. If you’re ready to join us and help create brighter futures, we can’t wait to hear from you!

Applications close Monday, 10 February, at 10am.
Interviews will be held on Friday, 14 February, in Marlow.

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