Salvation Army Homes
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and creative individual to join our supported accommodation service as the activities coordinator, which is a new role being introduced at the service. The role is to create meaningful and recreational opportunities for the young men aged 18-25 years old living at our service in Manchester.
At Salvation Army Homes we are committed to a person centred, advantaged thinking and trauma informed approach to support. Our co-production goals, seek to ensure young people’s voices are recognised throughout all aspects of the organisation.
The activities coordinator reports to the service manager.
What you’ll be doing
- Supporting young people engage in meaningful activities i.e. education, training and employment.
- Creating and delivering an activities calendar, that reflects the needs, expressions and interests of our young people.
- Contributing towards our co-production commitment, ensuring young people’s influence is recognised in all aspects of the organisation.
- Networking with local partners/community groups to establish opportunities for young people.
What you’ll bring
- A passion for serving young people, ensuring their voices are heard and respected throughout all aspects of supported accommodation.
- An understanding of youth homelessness and/or supported accommodation.
- An ability to contribute to/work towards the goals of a service development plan.
Working Arrangements
- The role is service based at The Limes, Longsight, Manchester.
- The role requires some evening and weekend work, as part of a rolling rota.
Our Offer
In return, we offer a competitive and supportive benefits package, including:
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days
- Westfield Healthcare Cash Back Plan (including cashback for optical, dental, therapies, plus 24/7 GP access and counselling support)
- Matched pension scheme up to 6% (with salary sacrifice option)
- Enhanced family leave from day one, including enhanced maternity/adoption and paternity pay
- Occupational sick pay
- Financial support options, including season ticket loans, emergency loans, mortgage advice and wellbeing support
- Paid volunteering days
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounted private medical insurance
- Support to learn, broaden your skills and develop your career
- A fun and inclusive work culture where individual differences are valued and championed
Closing date: 09 November 2026 (please note we may close the vacancy early if we receive a large volume of applications)
About You
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