Facilities Coordinator

UK Youth

Location Avon Tyrrell Outdoor Centre
Salary £18,525 per annum (pro rata)
Team Outdoor Learning
  • Closing: 2:20pm, 28th Jul 2021 BST

Job Description

Housekeeping and catering staff wanted

 

As a charity run outdoor centre, we recognise that providing opportunities for individuals of all ages to be able to get outside and benefit from the great outdoors has never been more important. 

 

We are currently looking for friendly, outgoing and highly motivated individuals to join our growing and supportive staff team and we could have your perfect first or next role.

 

We are looking for a friendly approachable Facilities coordinator with a passion for delivering high levels of customer service to support our on-site housekeeping and catering provision.

 

Primarily supporting accommodation changeovers and site cleanliness this diverse role will also support our catering team providing both front of house interaction with guests and behind the scenes support to our chef.

 

Previous housekeeping experience preferred but not essential for candidates willing to learn. 

 

We welcome applications from individuals looking for a part time or full-time role and have both seasonal and permanent positions available.

 

We operate 7 days a week and have various shifts available - you will be able to state your flexibility as part of the application process.

 

 

Who we are

 

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and

empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.

 

UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross-sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth Website.

 

Why work at UK Youth

We are a value-based, passionate and committed organisation offering a friendly working environment with lots of opportunities for professional development and socialising (even whilst we are all working remotely!) from lunch and learn sessions, staff quizzes, to virtual coffee meet ups.

 

UK Youth prides itself on being an Equal Opportunity employer, and we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

 

We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to inclusivity and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Our selection procedures ensure that people are treated on the basis of their relevant merits, experience, skills and abilities and that no individual receives more or less favourable treatment.

 

We welcome applications from groups currently under-represented in our organisation, including Black, Asian, minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities. We are also currently underrepresented by men and so are seeking applications from different backgrounds, cultures, age, experience and identity to bring a wide range of experience, ideas, views and insights to UK Youth.

 

What we can offer you

 

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture.

 

·       Flexible/Agile Working

·       27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

·       Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)

·       Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary

·       Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally

·       20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.

·       CycleScheme and TechScheme

 

How to apply

 

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please click here and complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system (provided by Applied)

 

·       Closing date for applications will be 12 pm, 12 July 2021

·       First round interviews are due to take place from 15 July onwards

 

As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.

 

As part of the recruitment process, UK Youth will be gathering and uses certain information about you. For further information regarding this, please review our Data Protection Privacy Notice which explains what data of yours we process and how we use it.

Removing bias from the hiring process

Applications closed Wed 28th Jul 2021

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Removing bias from the hiring process

  • Your application will be anonymously reviewed by our hiring team to ensure fairness
  • You’ll need a CV/résumé, but it’ll only be considered if you score well on the anonymous review

Applications closed Wed 28th Jul 2021