Learning to Work is a Slough based youth development charity.
Our aim is to support students to prepare for the world of work. We create high impact activities with local employers to inspire young people, educate them about opportunities and give them the skills they need to be successful in the workplace.
We are currently recruiting, have a browse and see if your next job is waiting for you.
Position: Events Co-ordinator & Facilitator
Responsibilites
Interact with and present content to young people who may still be at school (aged 5-19 years), college or not in employment, education or training in 1-2-1 or group sessions.
Create a project plan with milestones to be agreed with the manager of the project for each event allocation.
Liaise with and recruit business ambassadors to support delivery during activities using their industry knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to inspire young people about the world of work.
Liaise with key personnel in partner organisations to deliver common objectives.
Design and produce presentations and materials for workshops or events aimed at young people, business volunteers, teachers or parents.
Understand and adhere to reporting procedures for funders, evaluating all work in a timely manner to review, record and publicise.
Location & commitments
Permanent Contract
Salary: Please contact for more information.
Full time: 35 hours per week
Hours: 9am to 5pm, with 1-hour unpaid lunch break, however hours will be flexible depending on Event timings, e.g. 8am to 4pm.
Location: Office based in Slough. Flexible Working Policy in place.
Travel to various schools/locations in and around the Berkshire/Buckinghamshire and surrounding areas..
Candidate requirements
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to adapt your style according to the situation.
Proven project management expertise to understand and plan project milestones, the ability to work on more than one project at any one time.
Ability to confidently use virtual communication platforms such as Zoom and MS Teams.
Good IT skills and experience working with databases.
Up to date knowledge of the secondary education system.
Local knowledge of the schools and businesses in the area.
A full and clean driving licence and the daily use of a car.
Position: Careers Advisor
Responsibilites
Conduct initial 1-2-1 Careers Guidance interviews with young people in a variety of schools.
Create Individual Action Plans to help young people map their next steps.
Conduct follow up 1-2-1 Careers Guidance interviews with young people to provide additional support where needed.
Deliver Careers Guidance presentations and workshops as part of our School Events.
Keep accurate records of all interactions with young people.
Liaise with teachers and school staff as required.
Adhere to LTW good practice guidelines to ensure our Matrix accreditation is upheld.
Ensure Safeguarding & Child Protection standards are followed at all times.
Location & commitments
Permanent Contract
Salary: From £23,500 per annum, if you are undertaking the Career Development Professional apprenticeship. Please note that the salary will vary depending on qualification and experience.
Full time: 35 hours per week
Hours: 8.30 to 4.30pm with 1-hour unpaid lunch break.
Location: Office based in Slough. Flexible Working Policy in place.
Travel to various schools/locations in and around the Berkshire/Buckinghamshire and surrounding areas.
Candidate requirements
Experience of working with young people aged 11-18 years.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt your style according to the situation. This role will require you to communicate in many different ways, both in writing and in person.
Ability to confidently use virtual communication platforms such as Zoom and MS Teams.
Good IT skills and experience working with databases.
Up to date knowledge of the secondary education system
A full and clean driving licence and the daily use of a car.