Head Of Programmes - Community Health

Schools and Programme Intern

Salary: London Living Wage £25,642.50 p.a. FTE

Contract: 6-month fixed term contract with possibility of progression into a Coordinator role which falls in the salary band LLW – £27,950 p.a. FTE)

Location:  Main Office - London Scottish House, 95 Horseferry Rd, London SW1P 2DX.

Construction Youth Trust is a forward-thinking charity whose mission is to help young people reach their full potential and take their first steps towards a rewarding working life. We prepare young people for the world of work, support them to build their skills and confidence and connect them with opportunities and employers aligned with their individual strengths and interests. We prioritise young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, under-represented groups and those facing significant barriers to work.

We are seeking to expand our committed team and welcome a new intake of interns. We are particularly looking for individuals at the start of their career interested in:

·       Working directly with young people within our Delivery Team

We are looking for dynamic individuals with a thirst to learn and eager to jump straight into a supported internship that gives an immersive insight into the realities of working for a small charity.

This opportunity is an initial 6-month fixed term internship with the potential of progression onto a Coordinator role.

We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive team is vital to our work. We are especially interested in hearing from individuals who are Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background and/or those with a lived experience of the young people we support.

If you are passionate about transforming the life chances of young people, especially those facing disadvantage and exclusion, please send your fully completed application form with particular attention to your supporting statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why the role interests you and how you meet the person specification.

Please note that CV’s and Cover letters will not be accepted.

Closing date for applications – 9am on Friday 2nd Feb 2024.However, we may close the recruitment early as we will interview as suitable candidates apply. Ideal start date for this role is planned for March 2024.

Previous applicants need not apply.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We will only consider candidates for employment that share this commitment. All roles are subject to safer recruitment practices, and this position will require an Enhanced Disclosure with Barred list check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)