Adult Learning Navigator: YMCA Derbyshire

Cezanne HR; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A charitable organization in Derby seeks an Adult Learning Navigator to engage with community participants and support those facing barriers such as poverty and housing insecurity. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and a commitment to fostering a welcoming environment. Responsibilities include building lasting relationships and partnerships to uplift individuals and communities. This role offers a salary of £17,706 PA for 25 hrs per week.

Qualifications

• Passionate about people and community.
• Ability to engage those facing barriers.
• Commitment to the YMCA values.

Responsibilities

• Engage with participants facing barriers.
• Create welcoming spaces for all.
• Build partnerships for community support.
• Deliver activities in a proactive manner.

Skills

Great organisational skills

Ability to connect with others

Empathy and positivity

Job description

Overview

Adult Learning Navigator

Based: Parcel Terrace, Derby

Salary: £17,706 PA

Hours: 25 hrs per week

YMCAD Charity number: 1049904

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.

Responsibilities

• Engage with participants and support those facing barriers such as poverty, housing insecurity and accessing appropriate employment.
• Create welcoming spaces where everyone feels they belong and build lasting relationships with participants.
• Build strong partnerships to help people reach their full potential.
• Work in a hands-on and proactive manner to deliver activities and support within the community.

Qualifications & Expectations

• Great organisational skills and the confidence to make things happen.
• Commitment to YMCA Derbyshire’s values and the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to flourish in body, mind, and spirit; bring energy, empathy, and positivity to work.