The Programme Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination and successful delivery of an agreed portfolio of programmes and specialist provision.
The Head of Programmes holds organisational responsibility for programme strategy, professional youth work standards, quality assurance and impact. The Programme Manager is accountable for applying those expectations in practice and ensuring assigned programmes are properly planned, appropriately staffed, delivered within budget and continually improved.
Working under the professional leadership of the Head of Programmes, the postholder will translate The Boathouse Youth’s programme framework, youth work standards and strategic priorities into safe, engaging and purposeful experiences for young people. The Programme Manager will ensure that programmes are well organised, appropriately staffed, delivered within budget and informed by the needs, interests and voices of young people.
The postholder will manage programme logistics, support delivery teams, maintain effective partnerships and ensure that monitoring and evaluation demonstrate what was delivered, what young people experienced and what impact it achieved.
The Programme Manager may lead areas of provision including:
Key responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging, inclusive youth programmes that respond to young people’s needs.
Lead and support staff, volunteers and delivery teams to maintain high standards of youth work.
Ensure young people help shape programmes and have opportunities to develop their confidence, skills and independence.
Keep safeguarding, safety and wellbeing central to all activities.
Organise trips, outdoor activities and residential experiences, including staffing, transport and risk assessments.
Manage programme budgets, equipment, venues and other resources.
Monitor participation and impact, using feedback and evidence to improve delivery.
Build strong relationships with families, schools, community organisations and programme partners.
Undertake duty management and keyholder responsibilities, working collaboratively across BHY and upholding its values.
Person specification
A relevant Level 6 qualification (JNC) or above, alongside a strong professional background in youth work or services for children and young people.
Experience coordinating programmes, supervising teams and managing staffing, venues, transport, equipment and resources.
A sound understanding of safeguarding, safe programme delivery, inclusion and professional boundaries.
A commitment to involving young people in decisions and responding to their needs.
Strong organisational, leadership and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships.
A practical, adaptable approach, using feedback and evidence to improve programmes.
A commitment to professional development and BHY’s values of Love, Respect, Agency and Responsibility.
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, residentials and bank holidays, and the ability to meet safer recruitment requirements, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Additional experience in holiday programmes, residential youth work, outdoor activities or the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is desirable, alongside relevant specialist training and a full UK driving licence.
The Boathouse Youth is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
The Programme Manager will be expected to demonstrate strong safeguarding practice and ensure safeguarding considerations are embedded throughout programme planning, delivery, review, off-site activities and residential provision.
Appointment will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
If this sounds like a role for you, please send a copy of your CV and Covering Letter to info@thebhy.co.uk
Please email any enquiries to info@thebhy.co.uk or tel: 01253 804 904.
