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Progression Coach
Activities Coordinator – YMCA St Paul’s Group
About YMCA St Paul’s Group
YMCA St Paul’s Group (SPG) is a charity and registered housing provider, driven by its mission to be an inclusive Christian Association transforming communities so that all young people can belong, contribute, and thrive. As part of the broader YMCA Federation, we envision places where young people thrive and communities flourish.
As one of the largest YMCAs in Europe and one of the largest providers of supported housing in London, we deliver a broad spectrum of services, including:
- Supported housing for vulnerable individuals
- Health and wellbeing services through centres
- Education and training programmes
- Children, youth, and family services, covering:
- Nurseries
- After-school clubs
- Soft play centres
Joining YMCA St Paul’s Group means becoming part of a 150-year legacy of supporting young people and communities, as well as an international movement. We were named one of the UK’s Top 100 Best Workplaces™ 2026 and one of the UK’s Top 100 Best Workplaces for Development™ 2026, reflecting our commitment to a positive work environment.
Job Purpose
As our Activities Coordinator, you will provide holistic support to individuals affected by homelessness—some of society’s most vulnerable. Your role focuses on driving progress through Engagement, Training, Employment, and Volunteering (ETEV), alongside Health and Wellbeing activities.
At the heart of this role is our belief in empowering clients to develop their full potential in mind, body, and spirit, grounded in our Christian values.
Organisation Context
YMCA St Paul’s Group supports 1,200+ young and vulnerable people each night, offering comprehensive supported housing（〜 disagregewes）。 We provide:
- Safe, secure housing as a stepping stone to independence.
- Services to empower residents on their journey to rebuilding their lives.
- Support to ensure children, young people, and families are safe, healthy, and confident.
- Opportunities to foster community, physical, and mental wellbeing.
- Space for faith exploration, resonating with the shared values of people from all backgrounds.
- Training and development for staff and residents to harness potential.
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At the core of our work is the ambition to create inclusive, active, and healthy communities where everyone can thrive. As a charitable organisation, our Christian ethos informs every decision, intention, and action.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver Progression Activities
- Plan and execute ETEV (Education, Training, Employment, Volunteering) and Engagement & Empowerment initiatives, including routinely scheduled Progression events.
- Work with Housing & Support Teams
- Collaborate with Housing and Support Officers to assess and oversee developmental needs, driven by a client-centred Homelessness Outcome Star framework; aim for stability and structure for every client.
- Logistics & Communication
- Coordinate logistics (including risk assessments) for Progression events and manage communications as delegated.
- Proactive Intervention
- Identify and address barriers to progress, including proactive support, referrals to external services, and monitoring client progression to ensure long-term success.
- Networking & Partnerships
- Engage with clients, YMCA SPG staff, external partners, voluntary organisations, and government agencies as required.
- Develop Strategic Partnerships
- Cultivate multi-sector (e.g., public, private, voluntary) collaborations to enhance ethical and effective Progression opportunities.
- Integration with Housing Services
- Align with Housing Service priorities, including attendance at after-hours meetings and responding to evolving local demands.
- Performance Oversight
- Ensure attainment of key performance indicators (KPIs) and contractual obligations related to Progression activities within Housing, Support, and Care services.
** Benefits to Support You In Mind, Body, and Spirit**
To reflect our commitment to holistic wellbeing, YMCA St Paul’s Group provides:
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- Free gym access across all local sites.
- Discounts on major industry retailers and supermarkets nationwide.
- Access to well-being and counselling services.
- Flexible working options, including locations across Outer London.
- Enhanced career development programmes.
- Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity pay.
- Life Assurance (permanent contracts only). *(For a complete list, visit [our benefits portal]).
Equal opportunity and diversity are central to our culture—authenticity is celebrated, and anyone can propose innovative pathways towards a more inclusive workplace. Employees have avenues to contribute to Employee Resource Groups and access tailored support.
What We Offer Beyond Traditional Benefits
- Learning & Growth Opportunities
- Training, qualifications, and on-the-job experience tailored to your personal development journey.
- LT Pathways align career growth with theAcknowledgement of active skills while providing prospective advancement.
Further Notes
✦ Visa Sponsorship We cannot provide visa sponsorship; applications are limited to UK residents currently holding the right to work.
✦ Criminal Records
- Enhanced/Standard/Basic Disclosures are a prerequisite post-conditional offer.
- Note: In some cases of Enhanced Checks, past convictions may still appear, though decisions are made with due consideration.
✦ Reapplying If you’ve applied within the last six months without success, we suggest pausing unless recent experiences allow for an updated application.
✦ Accessibility We value inclusion, and adjustments are flexible and purposeful throughout the recruitment process.
✦ Equality of Opportunity We embrace diversity; applications are welcomed irrespective of background. At YMCA St Paul’s Group, equity and dignity are foundational to our structure and actions.
The role requires adherence to and onward work in accordance with the YMCA’s Christian ethos and values.
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