Particulars for the Appointment of A

Particulars for the appointment of a:

Plusone Programme Manager Salary: £25,000

PLEASE SEND YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION TO:

The Chief Executive

Aberdeen YMCA

52 Skene Terrace

ABERDEEN

AB10 1RP

CLOSING DATE: 10th January 2013

(PLEASE NOTE – INCOMPLETE and LATE APPLICATION FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED) INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS

1. Please ensure that your application form and personal statement are fully completed in typed form or in black ink. A Curriculum Vitae cannot be accepted in place of the official application form.

2. One copy of the application form and personal statement is required.

3. Please return completed application forms by the specified date to: The Chief Executive, Aberdeen YMCA, 52 Skene Terrace, ABERDEEN, AB10 1RP.

4. Timetable of administrative procedures:

10th January 2014: Closing date for receipt of applications. 17th January 2014: Recruitment panel complete their careful consideration of applications and a leet of candidates drawn up. Letters sent to applicants notifying them of the outcome of their application. Week beginning 27th Interviews for vacant post held in Skene January 2014 Terrace and interviewees informed of outcome of interview process by telephone. January 2014 onwards: Starting date for employment (negotiable, pending period of notice required by current employer) and satisfactory PVG check received.

5. Should you wish acknowledgement of your application being received, please enclose a stamped addressed postcard and return it along with your forms.

Only the post reference and date will be entered on the reply sent.

6. The following information is contained in these particulars: 1. Aberdeen YMCA: Background Information 2. YMCA: Statements of Faith 3. Person Specification 4. Job Description 5. Application Form Background Information

Aberdeen YMCA1, established in 1858, is a small local charity registered in Scotland. We are a Christian charity committed to empowering young people regardless of gender, race, ability or faith within the Christian ethos of the YMCA. We are affiliated to YMCA Scotland2, which is a member movement of YMCA Europe3 and the World Alliance of YMCAs4. Therefore we are a local autonomous branch of a global youthwork organisation. Aberdeen YMCA is managed by an elected and very active Board of Directors. Since 1997 we have succeeded as a small local charity by employing a youthworker to manage our children and youthwork programmes in our Skene Terrace buildings. The delivery of our programmes has been supported by a full-time volunteer that we recruit through a scheme similar to European Voluntary Service. Some of our programmes are led individually by YMCA directors. The Board of Directors agreed that there are many opportunities for the organisation to grow significantly in the next decade through developments in collaboration with the local council, schools, colleges, churches, trusts and other voluntary sector organisations. As a consequence, the Board of Directors recently appointed a Chief Executive to work collaboratively and creatively with the Board to take advantage of these opportunities to impact positively on the lives of young people in our city. The post of Plusone Programme Manager is the first step in growing the organisation following the appointment of our Chief Executive. We are looking for a high quality, motivated, creative, energetic and enthusiastic Christian who is looking for a dynamic challenge in developing this new area of work within the organisation.  The appointment will initially be for a period of 3 years.  The salary will start at £25,000.  Superannuation arrangements are made in accordance with pension rules and existing YMCA practice.  Annual leave consists of 5 weeks holidays plus 9 public holidays and can be taken at any time of the year where mutually convenient and is agreed in January of each year.  Any other informal queries regarding terms of employment, prior to employment can be directed to the Chairman.

1 www.aberdeenymca.org.uk

2 www.ymcascotland.org

3 www.ymcaeurope.com

4 www.ymca.int Statements of Faith

1. PARIS BASIS 2. AIMS and PURPOSES (adopted by the 1st World YMCA (resolution passed at the British Conference in 1855) YMCA Conference in 1971) The Young Men's Christian Associations The YMCA is a Christian Movement. At seek to unite those young men who, its centre are Christians who, regarding regarding Jesus Christ as their God and Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour, Saviour, according to the Holy desire to share their faith with others Scriptures, desire to be His disciples in and make him known, believed, trusted, their faith and in their life, and to loved, served and exemplified in all associate their efforts for the extension human relationships. It welcomes into of His Kingdom amongst young men. its fellowship persons of other religious faiths and of none. Any differences of opinion on other subjects, however important in Accordingly the YMCA stands for: themselves, shall not interfere with the  A worldwide fellowship based on the harmonious relations of the Constituent equal value of all persons. Members and Associates of the World  Respect and freedom for all, Alliance. tolerance and understanding between people of different opinions.  Active concern for the needs of the community.  United effort by Christians of different traditions. The YMCA aims to:  Provide a welcome to members for themselves, in a meeting place which is their to share, where friendships can be made and counsel sought.  Develop activities which stimulate and challenge its members in an environment that enables them to take responsibility and find a sense of achievement.  Involve all members in care and work for others.  Create opportunities for exchanging views so that its members can improve their understanding of the world, of themselves and of one another. Person Specification POST TITLE: Plusone Programme Manager

CRITERIA ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE  Experience of working face to face with excluded young  Experience of working within education and youth people between the ages of 8-25 for at least 3 of the past 5 service provision. years.  Experience of working with families/parents.  Evidence of effective contribution to youth programme planning, inter agency partnership, issue-based youth work.  Good understanding of local education and youth justice services  Experience of recruiting and managing volunteers  Experience of working with excluded young people.

 Experience of working in local communities

QUALIFICATIONS  Relevant third level youth work/ social work/ education  First aid qualification qualification.  Evidence of undertaking opportunities for personal and  Full Driving Licence professional development in a range of relevant areas.  Knowledge of Core principles of youth work  Training in youth work issues/ child protection/ health & well-being

SKILLS  Excellent organisational skills  Ability to design and develop innovative youth programme  Good understanding of parental issues and supports  The confidence and ability to engage effectively with a  Evidence of effective teamwork and leadership. broad range of groups, particularly volunteers  Ability to empathise with, lead and motivate adults and  The capacity to inspire. young people.  Monitoring and evaluation skills  Ability to communicate clearly and articulately in a variety of forms, oral, written, electronic. PERSONAL QUALITIES  Flexible and adaptable.  Evidence of the ability to work in a demanding environment with minimal supervision.  Commitment to working outwith ‘normal’ work hours and at weekends.  Positive and creative approach, a can do attitude.  Strong independence and initiative.  Ability to prioritise and to cope with demands.  Significantly high levels of self-motivation.

An active personal Christian faith and the willingness to engage CHRISTIAN COMMITMENT positively with the wider community in the outworking of that faith. This is an Occupational Requirement (Equality Act - part 1, schedule 9). Job Description POST TITLE: General Secretary / Chief Executive

1. JOB IDENTITY

POST TITLE: Plusone Programme Manager LOCATION: Office based in Skene Terrace

REPORTS TO: Chief Executive SALARY: £25,000 (+ pension contribution of 6% of annual salary)

HOURS: Typical 37.5 hours per week (evening and weekend working required as appropriate)

2. JOB PURPOSE AND WAY OF WORKING

The YMCA in Aberdeen is a well-established provider of services to children and young people. A Christian organisation, YMCA exists to work with the most vulnerable children and young people to empower them in body, mind and spirit and to help them to achieve their greatest potential in life.

This post is part of the national Plusone programme and involves working closely with colleagues in the YMCA national office as well as locally with colleagues in local statutory agencies to develop mentoring and community engagement. The post holder will recruit, train and support a team of volunteer mentors to prevent vulnerable young people from progressing on to social work and police caseloads and entering the criminal justice system. The post holder will engage with other professionals in joint agency referral, support and evaluation processes and will work with other service providers to provide diversion and prevention opportunities to the client group.

The post holder will work as part of a team delivering a range of youth work interventions, support and guidance. They will contribute to the national Plusone programme to record and monitor outcomes and to deliver best practice and engage in peer support, as well as work towards developing the evidence base for mentoring in the field of early and effective intervention in Scotland.

3. MAJOR TASKS & DUTIES TYPICALLY INCLUDE: 1. Recruitment, training and support for a team of volunteer mentors 2. Effective management of all aspects of project support to children, young people and families 3. Key role with professional partners in the identification, referral and monitoring of young people 4. To support and engage with the local and national programme evaluation and development of best practice. 5. Effective representation of Aberdeen YMCA and the national Plusone programme to professional partners, community organisations and in dissemination of programme outcomes. 6. Effective management of all administration, budgeting and data gathering aspects of the project. 7. Effective implementation and management of best practice policies and procedures. 8. Participation in monthly line management meetings with, and accountability to, your line manager. 9. Participation in Aberdeen YMCA staff meetings and other national and international conferences and residential events as required. 10. Participation in National Plusone Programme events, including training and peer support 11. Other tasks appropriate to the role of Programme Manager as required by your line manager.

4. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS This job is indicated by * Board of Directors  Chairman  Chief Executive  Plusone Programme Manager* This job description is not an exhaustive list of required duties and responsibilities but an indication of the general level of duties and responsibilities required to fulfil the remit in a satisfactory manner.

The YMCA is a world-wide Christian ecumenical voluntary movement for women and men with special emphasis on and the genuine involvement of young people and which seeks to share the Christian ideal of building a human community of justice with love, peace and reconciliation for the fullness of life for all creation.

Challenge 21 APPLICATION FORM (PERMANENT STAFF)

(PLEASE TYPE OR USE BLACK INK OR BALLPOINT)

Title (Miss, Mr, Mrs…) Surname First Names (Underline the name you are usually known by)

Date of Birth Nationality Country of Birth

Permanent Address Telephone No:

Present Address (if different from above) Telephone No:

Name and Address of Next of Kin Telephone No:

Driving Licence Number E-Mail Address (if any)

Provisional / Full (ring one)

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

DATES Name of Employer Job Title From To

EDUCATION

DATES Name of Educational Establishment Qualifications From To

CHURCH MEMBERSHIP Denomination Name of Church Adherent or Member (including no. of years)

If you are involved in any Church or Christian activities, please give details here:

Have you discussed this application with your minister / church leader / elder?

Would your church encourage / support your application for employment with Aberdeen YMCA?

When and in what circumstances did you become a Christian?

Make a list of gifts, skills you have, and can make use of: (eg speaking, teaching, music, drama, games, crafts, etc)

What are your strengths and weaknesses? LEISURE INTERESTS What are your leisure time interests?

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE If you have any qualifications and / or experience relevant to the position for which you are now applying, which are not listed elsewhere, please list here:

YMCA What contact and experience have you had previously with the YMCA? (Most applicants have none so don’t worry about this!) PERSONAL SATEMENT IN SUPPORT OF APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

Please detail how you meet the person specification for this post, illustrating with examples, from work, voluntary or life experiences, and stating why are applying for this job. REFERENCES

Please supply details of at least 2 referees: 1. someone who can comment on your character and any previous works with young people 2. employer reference 3. minister / church leader / or elder

Name Address

Occupation Telephone No: How long have you known this person?

Name Address

REGULATED WORK WITH CHILDREN This post is considered Regulated Work with Children, under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act, 2007. Therefore, it is an offence to apply if you are barred from working with children. Preferred candidates will be required to join the PVG Scheme, or undergo a PVG Scheme Update check, prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Aberdeen YMCA. For further information on the PVG Scheme please visit www.disclosurescotland.gov.uk Please answer the following questions:

HAS ANY ACTION EVER BEEN TAKEN AGAINST YOU BY A LOCAL AUTHORITY IN REGARD TO A CHILD / CHILDREN UNDER 18?

HAVE YOU EVER BEEN CAUTIONED FOR, OR CONVICTED OF AN OFFENCE (other that a motoring offence not resulting in disqualifications) IN ANY CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS IN ANY COURT OF THE U.K. OR ELSEWHERE?

HAVE YOU EVER BEEN FOUND GUILTY OF VIOLENT, CRUEL, INDECNET, OR DISHONEST BEHAVIOUR IN ANY MILITARY SERVICE DISCIPLINARY PROCEEDINGS?

HAS YOUR NAME BEEN PLACED ON THE ‘LIST’ OF PEOPLE EXCLUDED FROM WORKING WITH CHILDREN OR VULNERABLE ADULTS, WHICH IS MAINTAINED BY SCOTTISH MINISTERS?

DECLARATION

I hereby declare that the above statements are true to the best of my knowledge:

SIGNED: DATE: I give my permission for the Aberdeen YMCA / YMCA Scotland to make any police checks they feel necessary in relation to this application

SIGNED: DATE: CONFIDENTIAL HEALTH Please circle YES or NO in response to the following questions. If any of the following apply, please give details on a separate sheet: 1. Skin problems / eczema YES NO 1. Ear trouble YES NO 2. Eye trouble YES NO 2. Wear glasses or contact lenses YES NO 3. Asthma, hay fever or allergies YES NO 3. Recurrent sore throats or sinusitis YES NO 4. Tuberculosis YES NO 4. Shortness of breath or chest trouble YES NO 5. Heart disease / high blood pressure YES NO 5. Severe headaches or migraine YES NO 6. Fits, blackouts, epilepsy YES NO 6. Ulcers or prolonged indigestion YES NO 7. Hepatitis or jaundice YES NO 7. Dysentery, typhoid fever or diarrhoea YES NO 8. Prolonged back pain or disc trouble YES NO 8. Arthritis or rheumatism YES NO 9. Kidney / bladder infection YES NO 9. Diabetes YES NO 10. Depression or mental illness YES NO 10.Shortness of breath or chest trouble YES NO 11. Operations YES NO 11.Accidents at work YES NO 12. Nervous breakdown YES NO 12.Any conditions requiring investigation YES NO

How many days sickness absence have you had, in total, in each of the past two years?

Year Days Cause

Are you disabled? If so, what is your disability?

Are you at present taking or receiving any form of medication? If so, please give details.

Is there any additional information regarding your health not covered in the questions above?

Have you ever been refused or dismissed from employment for health reasons? If so, please give details. EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the active promotion of equal opportunity, both in the provision of services and as an employer of paid and unpaid workers. To help us monitor our equal opportunity policy in recruitment and selection procedures, you are requested to complete the following questionnaire. The information you provide does not form part of the selection procedure, it is used only for monitoring purposes.

GENDER MALE FEMALE

AGE RANGE Up to 25 26-35 36-45 46-55 56 +

MARITAL STATUS

NUMBER OF DEPENDANTS

WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF AS HAVING A DISABILITY?

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF? PLEASE TICK THE APPROPRIATE BOX

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