Youth Wellbeing Lead: Basketball & Mentoring

Guardian Ballers UK; Coventry; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A community interest company in Coventry is seeking a passionate Mental Health & Alternative Provision Lead to work part-time. The role involves delivering mental health interventions through basketball, providing mentoring support, and creating engaging environments for young people at risk of exclusion. Candidates should have experience with youth development, strong communication skills, and a commitment to empowering youth. This position offers hybrid working and a salary ranging from £15,000 to £17,400, based on experience.

Benefits

Wellbeing Weeks

Hybrid working arrangement

Access to Guardian Ballers kit

Qualifications

• Experience delivering mental health or wellbeing interventions.
• Ability to lead engaging sports sessions.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead Alternative Provision sessions using basketball and wellbeing teaching.
• Facilitate Mental Health Intervention sessions.
• Create safe, inclusive, and engaging environments.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Behaviour management skills

Communication skills

Ability to connect with diverse young people

Strong de-escalation skills

Passion for youth development

Education

Qualifications in sport, youth work, counselling, or education

Basketball coaching qualifications

Job description

A community interest company in Coventry is seeking a passionate Mental Health & Alternative Provision Lead to work part-time. The role involves delivering mental health interventions through basketball, providing mentoring support, and creating engaging environments for young people at risk of exclusion. Candidates should have experience with youth development, strong communication skills, and a commitment to empowering youth. This position offers hybrid working and a salary ranging from £15,000 to £17,400, based on experience.