Head of Youth Programmes

Scran Academy; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

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• On site: 1 Lochside View, EH12 9DH, and other Scran Sites as needed.
• Closing 21st April 2025
• Advertised from 31st March 2025
• Salary depending on experience and performance. 35 hours per week. Permanent.
• 25 days holiday (plus stat holidays), employer pension contributions, membership to MediCash healthcare scheme.

Role

We are looking for a passionate and experienced education and youth work professional to join our growing team at Scran Academy.

This is an exciting opportunity coming at the start of a new phase of development for the organisation as we launch our next 5-year strategy. The role will suit a compassionate, proactive candidate who is passionate about changing young lives through innovative youth-led approaches to education and employment.

We are looking for an experienced leader with a strong background in youth work and education. Candidates will have experience and expertise in implementing processes which drive measurable impact for young people.

The ideal candidate will be:

• A strategic thinker with the ability to manage complexity, support staff development, and engage with regulatory bodies like the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA).
• A collaborative and hands-on leader who can engage with both senior leadership and frontline staff, promoting a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement in service delivery.
• Passionate about changing young people’s lives through youth work, committed to making a measurable difference, and eager to shape the future of youth programmes within Scran Academy.
• Values-led, ready to deeply listen to and meet the needs of young people.

Application notes

To apply, please send a CV and a cover letter of no more than 750 words stating why you are the best fit for the role and any other relevant information you would like to highlight to [e-mail].

Please send applications by 9am on Monday 21st April 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview by Friday 25th April 2025.

Interviews will be held week commencing 13th May 2025.

Head of Youth Programmes
Postcode: EH12 9DH

All CAT staff and volunteers are PVG checked.

The successful applicant will have a 3 month probation period.