+ CAREERS AT BLGC

JOBS.

We won’t stop and we won’t back down because every young person we help is worth it. We do things with compassion, generosity, professionalism and a big helping of fun! BUT OUR recruitment process isn’t just about us, it’s about you too! In the words of Lionel Ritchie (well, almost), ‘Hello! Is it us you’re looking for?

+ Current Vacancies.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we are unable to acknowledge receiving applications. You will only hear of us if you are shortlisted. We apologise we cannot do more but as a charity we do not have the resources to do so.

YOUTH WORKER (SAT EVENING)

If you believe in young people and are passionate about giving young people opportunities in a safe but sometimes challenging space, this is the role for you. You will have a strong belief that young people are able to thrive through developing relationships with people who really care about them.

KEY DETAILS

Job Title: Youth Worker

Salary: £13.84 – £14.89 per hour

Location: BLGC sites

Reports to: Play, Youth and Inclusion Manager

Contract: Permanent and casual

Hours: Saturday evenings

THE ROLE

If you believe in young people and are passionate about giving young people opportunities in a safe but sometimes challenging space, this is the role for you. You will have a strong belief that young people are able to thrive through developing relationships with people who really care about them. You will be energised and thrive by working directly with children and young people and offering support and guidance through issue-based work and projects. You will be able to work as a team, in a fast-paced environment to enable young people to achieve, have a sense of belonging and improve their general well-being and self-esteem.

APPLY

If you are interested in applying for this position please download and complete the application form and return with your CV to: Head of HR BLGC 18 Spa Road Bolton BL1 4AG or email to recruitment@blgc.co.uk

GYM INSTRUCTOR

Are you a passionate and motivated Gym Instructor! You will deliver inclusive and engaging fitness sessions in our gym and wider facilities. This includes supporting open gym floor sessions, group classes, fitness circuits, and wellbeing-focused classes such as Box-Fit, yoga, Pilates, and HIT. You will enjoy inspiring young people and adults to improve their health and wellbeing in a supportive and energetic environment.

KEY DETAILS

Job Title: Gym Instructor

Location: BLGC sites

Salary: £13.35 -£13.89 per hour

Hours: 6-8 hours a week

Reports to: Head of Youth Service and Partnership

Contract: Permanent

THE ROLE

Are you a passionate and motivated Gym Instructor! You will deliver inclusive and engaging fitness sessions in our gym and wider facilities. This includes supporting open gym floor sessions, group classes, fitness circuits, and wellbeing-focused classes such as Box-Fit, yoga, Pilates, and HIT. You will enjoy inspiring young people and adults to improve their health and wellbeing in a supportive and energetic environment. Whether you’re a recent graduate in sports, sports science, or an experienced instructor, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact.

You must be available to work flexibly on a casual basis, including evenings and weekends.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, effective, and engaging gym-based and studio sessions for a range of ages and abilities.
  • Lead and support a variety of classes including Box-Fit, Yoga, Pilates, HIIT, and circuit training.
  • Supervise young people and adult members during open

    Are you a passionate and motivated Gym Instructor! You will deliver inclusive and engaging fitness sessions in our gym and wider facilities. This includes supporting open gym floor sessions, group classes, fitness circuits, and wellbeing-focused classes such as Box-Fit, yoga, Pilates, and HIT. You will enjoy inspiring young people and adults to improve their health and wellbeing in a supportive and energetic environment. Whether you’re a recent graduate in sports, sports science, or an experienced instructor, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact.

    You must be available to work flexibly on a casual basis, including evenings and weekends.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities

    • Deliver safe, effective, and engaging gym-based and studio sessions for a range of ages and abilities.
    • Lead and support a variety of classes including Box-Fit, Yoga, Pilates, HIIT, and circuit training.
    • Supervise young people and adult members during open gym sessions, offering guidance and support.
    gym sessions, offering guidance and support.
APPLY

If you are interested in applying for this position please download and complete the application form and return with your CV to: Head of HR BLGC 18 Spa Road Bolton BL1 4AG or email to recruitment@blgc.co.uk

YOUTH WORKER

If you believe in young people and are passionate about giving young people opportunities in a safe but sometimes challenging space, this is the role for you. You will have a strong belief that young people are able to thrive through developing relationships with people who really care about them. 

KEY DETAILS

 Job Title: Youth Worker 

Salary: £12.84 – £13.89 per hour 

Location: BLGC sites 

Reports to: Play, Youth and Inclusion Manager 

Contract: Permanent and casual 

Hours: Evenings and weekends and casual work available 

THE ROLE

If you believe in young people and are passionate about giving young people opportunities in a safe but sometimes challenging space, this is the role for you. You will have a strong belief that young people are able to thrive through developing relationships with people who really care about them. You will be energised and thrive by working directly with children and young people and offering support and guidance through issue-based work and projects. You will be able to work as a team, in a fast-paced environment to enable young people to achieve, have a sense of belonging and improve their general well-being and self-esteem. 

APPLY

If you are interested in applying for this position please download and complete the application form and return with your CV to: Head of HR BLGC 18 Spa Road Bolton BL1 4AG or email to recruitment@blgc.co.uk

SEND YOUTH WORKER

You will be passionate about giving SEND young people opportunities in a safe but sometimes challenging space, this is the role for you. You will have a strong belief that young people are able to thrive through developing relationships with people who really care about them. You will be energised and thrive by working directly with children and young people offering support and guidance through issue-based work and projects enabling young people to achieve, have a sense of belonging and improve their general well-being and self-esteem.

KEY DETAILS

Job Title: SEND Youth Worker

Salary: £12.84 -£13.89 per hour

Location: BLGC site and Community

Reports to: Play, Youth and Inclusion Manager

Contract: Permanent and casual

Hours: 4:45pm to 8:15pm – Mondays – 3.5 hours

THE ROLE

If you believe in young people and are passionate about giving SEND young people opportunities in a safe but sometimes challenging space, this is the role for you. You will have a strong belief that young people are able to thrive through developing relationships with people who really care about them. You will be energized and thrive by working directly with children and young people offering support and guidance through issue-based work and projects. You will be able to work as a team, in a fast-paced environment to enable young people to achieve, have a sense of belonging and improve their general well-being and self-esteem.

Main Responsibilities

  • Engage with SEND young people and establish positive relationships.
  • Lead group work, large and small groups.
  • Promote a nurturing environment in which young people can develop.
  • Work flexibly to ensure the needs of young people are met, including children and young people who come from disadvantaged backgrounds and those with disabilities or additional needs.
  • Encourage positive behaviour and challenge concerning behaviour.
  • Promote cultural cohesion and inclusion and proactively challenge any prejudice and discrimination.
  • Consult with young people on activities and ensure their views, wishes and ideas are taken seriously and acted on, when possible and feedback when not.
  • Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people at all times.
  • Deliver projects that cover issue-based work such as life skills, drugs and alcohol, sexual health, discrimination, citizenship, emotional and physical health wellbeing.
  • Deliver a broad curriculum of youth work that encourages young people to explore more about themselves and who they are.
  • Plan, deliver, review and evaluate projects and activities.
  • Act as a mentor and guide for youth support workers and young leaders.
  • Promote a positive image of BLGC and be a role model through your work with young people.
  • Report any behaviour, conversations or comments which are inappropriate within a setting for children and young people.
  • Ensure any volunteer that you encounter is made to feel an integral part of the BLGC Family.
  • Participate in continued professional development.
  • Understand and adhere to BLGC policies and procedures at all times, with particular emphasis on equal opportunities, health and safety and safeguarding.
  • Undertake any other work requested by your line manager.
APPLY

If you are interested in applying for this position please download and complete the application form and return with your CV to: Head of HR BLGC 18 Spa Road Bolton BL1 4AG or email to recruitment@blgc.co.uk

+ a bit about us...

Bolton Lads and Girls Club (BLGC) is a community-based charity driven by a mission to ensure that every child and young person in Bolton has ‘the best possible start in life, so that they have every chance to achieve their aspirations, succeed and be happy’ (Bolton Vision 2030). BLGC provides innovative and accessible services, to enable children and young people to do what they want, where they want, in an inclusive and integrated environment. We support children and young people and families, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to live happier, healthier and safer lives. Each year we support around 4,500 individuals through our services across Bolton and the surrounding area, and through our outreach in schools and community settings.

+ our offer

Our offer includes: A Universal Youth Provision providing diverse youth club activities, sports, multi-media, social interaction and arts; a Targeted Youth Service providing critical support to some of our most vulnerable children and young people and families in the community; a Football facility that provides fundamental football skills and emphasises the importance of inclusivity and teamwork; an Education provision providing an alternative curriculum for children and young people who benefit from creative and practical approaches to learning in a supportive and nurturing environment.

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