Westminster
Intern
Construction Youth Trust
£23,302
Internship
Description
Salary: London Living Wage p.a. FTE
Contract: 6-month fixed term with possibility of progression into a Coordinator role (salary band LLW – £26,950)
Location: Main Office - London Scottish House, 95 Horseferry Rd, London SW1P 2DX.
Construction Youth Trust is a forward-thinking charity whose mission is to help young people reach their full potential and take their first steps towards a rewarding working life. We prepare young people for the world of work, support them to build their skills and confidence and connect them with opportunities and employers aligned with their individual strengths and interests. We prioritise young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, under-represented groups and those facing significant barriers to work.
We are seeking to expand our committed team and welcome a new intake of interns. We are particularly looking for individuals at the start of their career interested in:
• Working directly with young people within our Delivery Team
• Learning more about Charity administration within our Central Resources Team
• Understanding what it takes to be a fundraiser as part of our Partnerships Team
• Spreading the message and success of the Trust working in marketing and communications s part of the Partnerships Team.
We are looking for dynamic individuals with a thirst to learn and eager to jump straight into a supported internship that gives an immersive insight into the realities of working for a small charity.
This opportunity is an initial 6-month fixed term internship with the potential of progression onto a Coordinator role.
We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive team is vital to our work. We are especially interested in hearing from individuals who are Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background and/or those with a lived experience of the young people we support.
Closing date for applications – 9am on Friday 25th August 2023.
However, we may close the recruitment early as we will interview as suitable candidates apply. Ideal start date for this role is the 5th of September 2023.
Previous applicants need not apply.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to safer recruitment practices, and this position will require an Enhanced Disclosure with Barred list check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
Requirements
If you are passionate about transforming the life chances of young people, especially those facing disadvantage and exclusion, please send your fully completed application form with particular attention to your supporting statement (no more than 500 words) explaining why the role interests you and how you meet the person specification to [email protected]. Please clearly label your interest in either Delivery or the Central Resources Team.
You can access the application form, Job descriptions and Person Specifications for this role by visiting our website:
https://www.constructionyouth.org.uk/about-us/jobs-trust
Please note that CV’s and Cover letters will not be accepted.
Benefits
Enhanced sickness pay – Initially all new colleagues receive 5 day full-pay, 5 days half-pay which increases over length of service.
Enhanced holiday benefits - 25 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays . On the anniversary of the completion of 2 years’ service, employees qualify for one extra day’s holiday and thereafter one day per year up to a maximum of 30 days holiday leave per year.
Enhanced pension contribution - The Trust will contribute up to 7% of the basic salary to the Trust’s Pension Scheme.
Cycle to work scheme
Interest-free season ticket loans
Employee Assistance Programme – a free service available to all colleagues providing support over a wide range of issues.
Hybrid approach to working – In line with the needs of the Trust, we find a mixture of office and home works best for our colleagues.
Expiry date: 25/08/2023
Intern
Company
Construction Youth Trust
Salary
£23,302
Job Type
Internship
Location
Westminster
Our Commitments
Living Wage Employer
Building Diverse Workforces
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Construction Youth Trust
Charity & Non-profit Organisations
About us
Construction Youth Trust is a forward-thinking charity whose mission is to help young people reach their full potential and take their first steps towards a rewarding working life.
We prepare young people for the world of work, support them to build their skills and confidence and connect them with opportunities and employers aligned with their abilities and interests. We prioritise young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, under-represented groups and those facing significant barriers.
Metrics we Are Proud of
21,000
young people supported in 2022
554
people supported into jobs, education & training
Benefits
Enhanced Sickness Pay
Initially all new colleagues receive 5 day full-pay, 5 days half-pay which increases over length of service.
Enhanced holiday benefits
25 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays. After 2 years’ service, colleagues receive an extra day’s holiday.
Enhanced pension contribution
The Trust will contribute up to 7% of the basic salary to the Trust’s Pension Scheme.
Cycle to work scheme
We're part of the cycle-to-work scheme, so you can benefit from tax free bikes and cycling accessories.
Interest-free season ticket loans
Employee Assistance Programme
A free service available to all colleagues providing support over a wide range of issues
Hybrid approach to working
In line with the needs of the Trust, we find a mixture of office and home works best for our colleagues.
Our Commitments
Living Wage Employer
Building Diverse Workforces
Construction Youth Trust
Charity & Non-profit Organisations
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Our Commitments
Living Wage Employer
Building Diverse Workforces