On The Water Project Assistant (Edinburgh)

Marine Society and Sea Cadets; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An established charity is seeking a motivated OTW Project Assistant to support the On The Water project in Edinburgh. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage with young people, guiding them through exciting water activities while fostering their skills and confidence. You'll manage participant registrations, track project statistics, and ensure a safe, enjoyable experience for all. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those passionate about community engagement and youth development. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people!

Benefits

Flexible hours

Cycle to work scheme

Season Ticket Loan

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance (4x salary)

Private medical insurance

Pension with up to 10% employer contribution

Wellbeing portal and EAP

Development opportunities

Annual staff conference

Qualifications

• Experience working with volunteers and diverse community groups.
• Self-motivated with good time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Register and welcome participants for the On The Water project.
• Collect and upload daily statistics on project progress.
• Support project evaluation and data collection.

Skills

Experience working with volunteers

Customer-facing experience

Experience working with young people

Data tracking skills

Self-motivated

Time management

Team-oriented

Job description

Location: Port Edgar, Edinburgh

Contract: Full-time, 11-week fixed-term contract, starting no later than 15 June 2025

Salary: £22,391 per annum, pro rata

Closing Date: 19 May 2025

Interview: Virtual interviews on 30th May 2025

Are you looking for a new opportunity?

The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant charity delivering life-changing nautical adventures for young people through the Sea Cadets, providing personal and professional development for seafarers. We aim to improve the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success.

We are seeking an OTW Project Assistant to support the delivery of the On The Water project at our Edinburgh boating station. The project offers young people aged 9-14, outside Sea Cadets, the chance to experience water activities, learn new skills, and build confidence. This rewarding role requires someone self-motivated, inspiring, organized, creative, positive, IT competent, and enthusiastic about working with people.

Project activities at Port Edgar Boat Station will take place from 30th July to 1st August 2025, during which the Project Assistant will manage registration, group changeovers, track targets, encourage survey completion, and fill booking gaps. Before the event, the role involves supporting bookings and community outreach. Afterward, the focus shifts to evaluation, data collection, and helping participants join local Sea Cadet units. The role also supports delivery at other sites in London and Birmingham, which may involve virtual support or travel with expenses paid.

Key Responsibilities

• Register and welcome participants for the On The Water project
• Collect and upload daily statistics on project progress
• Manage bookings and waiting lists
• Engage with participants and their parents/carers about Sea Cadets opportunities
• Ensure safety and wellbeing of participants alongside staff
• Ensure survey completion and gather feedback
• Attend meetings as required
• Support project evaluation and data collection

Requirements

• Experience working with volunteers
• Customer-facing experience
• Experience working with young people and diverse community groups or outreach
• Data tracking and target management skills
• Self-motivated with good time management
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and team-oriented
• Ability to empower volunteers and make a difference
• Satisfactory DBS clearance

For more details, please download the Recruitment Pack.

Benefits

• Flexible hours and hybrid working culture
• Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life assurance (4x salary) for pension members
• Private medical insurance
• Pension with up to 10% employer contribution
• Wellbeing portal and EAP with counselling
• Development opportunities and annual staff conference

Additional Information

MSSC encourages applications from all backgrounds. We value diversity and are committed to inclusive recruitment. We prioritize safeguarding and expect successful candidates to undergo pre-employment checks, including references, criminal record checks, and safeguarding training.

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