Adult Learning Navigator

We welcome you to YMCA Derbyshire.

We have been at the heart of the community in Derbyshire since 1847. While the scope of our work has changed considerably over the years, our vision hasn't. Our holistic development in body, mind and spirit and our mission to break down barriers to achievement and help local people to fulfil their potential has remained our constant purpose.

Every year, we support over 300 individuals in our housing provision, enabling them to grow their confidence and move into education, training, employment and into independent living. Alongside this we provide a whole host of youth and community services including our own community gardens. We also provide training and education to 150 young people each year who find mainstream education more difficult, as well as high-quality childcare within our community.

Our team works hard to provide as much care and support for those who need it most, every day we make a difference.

Position:

Adult Learning Navigator

Based: Parcel Terrace, Derby
Salary:
£17,706 PA

Hours:
25 hrs per week

YMCAD Charity number:

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join the YMCA; a charity at the heart of the community in Derby and Derbyshire. We are committed to helping people at times of need, regardless of gender, race, ability or faith/belief. Our values to Protect, Trust, Hope and Persevere underpin all of our services across the county.

We're looking for someone who is passionate about people and community—someone who thrives on creating welcoming spaces where everyone feels they belong. You'll be driven by a genuine desire to make a difference, helping to bring YMCA Derbyshire's vision of thriving individuals and communities to life. You'll have a natural ability to connect with others, build lasting relationships with participants, and build strong partnerships that help people reach their full potential.

You'll be a hands-on and proactive professional who can engage those facing barriers such as poverty, housing insecurity and accessing appropriate employment.

Essentially you will have great organisational skills, and the confidence to make things happen. Above all, you'll share our belief that everyone deserves the chance to flourish in body, mind, and spirit—and you'll bring energy, empathy, and positivity to everything you do.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Commitment to YMCA Derbyshire's values and aims.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles for children, young people, and adults at risk.
• Awareness of barriers people face when accessing training, education, and employment.
• Knowledge of local services, training providers, and employment pathways (or willingness to learn).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build rapport with individuals and professionals.
• Ability to engage, motivate, and support people to achieve their goals.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Accurate record-keeping and monitoring skills.
• Ability to problem-solve and adapt in challenging situations.
• Experience of effective team working.
• IT skills, including Microsoft Office and use of databases.

At YMCA Derbyshire we aim to transform the lives of the people we work with for the better. We are looking for brilliant people who will ensure that safeguarding the people we work with is a priority.

YMCA Derbyshire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to thorough safeguarding checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check, in line with our safeguarding policies and a six-month probationary period.
Other information:

YMCA Derbyshire are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Employer'. If you're disabled, we will guarantee you an interview if you meet the minimum criteria for the role you've applied for. Are you a disabled candidate who would like to apply on this basis?

If you do not wish to apply under the scheme, but do require us to make reasonable adjustments for you to attend an interview, then please let us know what those adjustments will be.

What we offer:

• Generous Annual leave
• 3% Pension contributions
• Real Living Wage
• Uniform Provided
• Flexible working
• Costco Card
• Christmas/Easter Gifts
• Quarterly Treats
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Free parking
• Life assurance scheme
• Pets At Work programme
• Eye Test contributions
• Birthday leave
• Welcome Gift bag on first day
• Long Service rewards

For an informal chat please contact Wayne Exton on during the hours of 9-5.

Closing Date: Ongoing
Interview Date: TBC
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Vision
Our vision is enabling young people and communities to thrive:
– So, they can fulfil their dreams;

– have a safe space to learn and grow;

– feel equipped to belong, contribute and prosper; and

– feel supported to be active in body, mind and spirit.

Together we create places where people flourish.
Mission
To develop the whole person, body, mind and spirit.

Values
From 1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Protect | Trust | Hope | Persevere

YMCA Derbyshire are committed to providing dual professionalism opportunities
We will do this by offering placements within other organisations in our community.

By supporting dual professionalism, we will improve our development, increase our experiences and outcomes which will positively impact YMCA Derbyshire, our employees, our residents and learners and our communities.

Equality and Diversity Statement:
YMCA Derbyshire is committed to promoting equality and diversity in all aspects of its operations. We value and embrace individual differences and believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity. We welcome people from all backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.