Programme Manager - Enrichment

Youth Sport Trust; Loughborough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Health cash plan

Employee assistance programme

Volunteering days

Job summary

Youth Sport Trust is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead the Enrichment Expansion Programme (EEP) as part of the National Youth Strategy. You will develop resources, tools and training to improve enrichment practice across schools and engage with partners and networks.

The role involves line management of the Programme Officer – Enrichment and requires strong analytical and influencing skills to translate evidence into practical improvements for young people’s participation and

Qualifications

• Significant experience in developing and delivering education, enrichment, youth development or related programmes.
• Experience creating high-quality resources, learning materials and training.
• Strong understanding of the English education system and inclusion in learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and quality assurance of enrichment content, tools and training materials.
• Develop resources, case studies and online guidance to strengthen enrichment practice.
• Line manage the Programme Officer – Enrichment and provide leadership and direction.
• Collaborate with schools, sector experts and national partners to share best practice.

Job description

Programme Manager - Enrichment

£38,800 per annum

Full time | Home based with 1 - 2 days per week in Loughborough

Fixed term to March 2029

We are looking for an experienced and innovative Programme Manager to join the Youth Sport Trust and play a key role in the delivery of the Enrichment Expansion Programme (EEP).

As part of the Government’s National Youth Strategy, 400 schools have been selected by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and Department of Education (DfE) to take part in this ambitious three-year programme, which aims to increase access to high-quality enrichment opportunities and help tackle the participation gap for disadvantaged and underrepresented young people.

As Programme Manager - Enrichment, you will lead the development and continuous improvement of the programme’s approach to enrichment practice. You will use evidence, insight and learning from across the programme to develop high-quality resources, tools, training and guidance that help schools strengthen their enrichment offer and increase participation.

Working closely with schools, Enrichment System Builders, sector experts and national partners, you will identify and share effective and innovative practice, ensuring that the needs and experiences of schools and young people are reflected in the ongoing development of the programme.

You will lead the development and quality assurance of programme content, from toolkits, guidance and self-assessment tools through to training materials, case studies and online resources. You will also convene and support networks and communities of practice, creating opportunities to share learning and strengthen enrichment practice across the programme.

This is an influential role requiring someone who can bring together evidence, expertise and practical experience and translate these into approaches that work for schools. You will build strong relationships across the education, youth and enrichment sectors and provide professional leadership, advice and direction to colleagues and partners.

You will also line manage the Programme Officer – Enrichment, providing clear direction, support and development.

We are looking for someone with significant experience of developing and delivering education, enrichment, youth development, school improvement or related programmes, alongside experience of developing high-quality resources, learning materials, training or professional practice. You will have a strong understanding of the English education system and the role enrichment can play in young people’s engagement, wellbeing, inclusion and personal development.

You will be able to analyse evidence, research and feedback and turn this into practical solutions and improvements. With excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills, you will be comfortable working collaboratively with schools, partners, networks and senior stakeholders.

Most importantly, you will bring a creative, inclusive and collaborative approach and a commitment to ensuring that more young people – particularly those who currently face barriers to participation – can benefit from high-quality enrichment opportunities.

Ready to join?

Joining the Youth Sport Trust means becoming part of a team that values collaboration, innovation and impact. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful national work while benefiting from

• generous annual leave
• a health cash plan
• an employee assistance programme
• volunteering days

Youth Sport Trust believes that diversity drives excellence, and that representation is important. We therefore positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment. We encourage applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.

Closing date for applications: 11:59pm on 11 October 2026

Interview dates: 22 October 2026 (Virtual) and a second interview on 4 November 2026 (Loughborough – in person)

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