Working at YMCA Bournemouth is an opportunity to be a part of a global organisation working at a local community level in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We are inclusive, diverse and forward-thinking. We work across areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing to enable people in our local community to develop their full potential in Mind, Body and Spirit. People choose to work for us because they want to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, children, young people and families and they want to work in an environment that will support them to do so.
Job duties:
- To complete an 18-month placement, studying a Level 2 Leisure Team Member Qualification, alongside completing Full-Time work as desired by the association. At the end of the qualification, you will be National Lifeguard Qualified, will achieve a STA Certificate in Teaching Swimming, STA Award in Teaching Swimming and Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing.
- To work within a Rota basis, ensuring all shifts and events are covered. The Recreational Assistant position will involve working across several different Dryside & Wetside sporting activities as and when required and assigned to do so Altering of the hall and studio for the next required sport/activity.
- To supervise the Swimming Pool for the safety of the public upon completion of an National Pool Lifeguard Qualification To attend staff training / meetings when required. General housekeeping covering stores, fire exits, public areas, changing rooms, toilets etc.
- To always ensure that you show a commitment, and willingness, to work as, and in, A team environment to assist in moving the business forward and to deal with the various Operational issues that arise.
- To assist and play one’s part in ensuring a ‘customer friendly’ and professional approach when delivering all programmes/activities and services.
- To respond enthusiastically / professionally to any areas of activity assigned by Management. To play an integral part in assisting with the delivery of quality coaching wetside & dryside /play sessions for the benefit of the Centre.
- To work towards developing one’s own range of coaching duties by further qualifications/workshops/seminars and attend compulsory meetings when required, as discussed, and agreed by the Centre Manager.
- Job Description
- A Welcome to Applicants
- Application guidelines
- Additional guidelines
- Staff benefits
- A Statement on Ethos
- Safeguarding Policy
- Privacy Notice (Recruitment)
Security Guard
Working at YMCA Bournemouth is an opportunity to be a part of a global organisation working at a local community level in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We are inclusive, diverse and forward-thinking. We work across areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing to enable people in our local community to develop their full potential in Mind, Body and Spirit. People choose to work for us because they want to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, children, young people and families and they want to work in an environment that will support them to do so.
To work as part of the YMCA Bournemouth Housing department who work with residents needing short term intensive housing management and support. Occupying hostel rooms, shared houses, and self-contained flats in a variety of locations.
The Security Guard role is there to ensure the security of YMCA premises, staff and service users on a rota basis during the night hours 18.00 - 04.00.
Only applications with current SIA licences will be considered.
Salary (full-time) £13.00 per hour.
The available roles is 40 hours per week off on a rolling rota which will include weekends and bank holidays.
YMCA Bournemouth offer a range of staff benefits which are included in the link below.
*Please note that if you are invited to an interview and require any adjustments based on disability, please let us know.
*If you have not heard from YMCA Bournemouth within 3 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
*The role has a statutory, occupational requirement to ensure the safety and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk that they may come across using our services. The post holder will take responsibility for ensuring safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk as a priority and follow both YMCA Bournemouth safeguarding policy and Pan Dorset statutory guidance.
*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.
*Employment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. If the role involves regulated activity with children or adults at risk, your employment will be subject to an Enhanced level DBS check prior to commencement date. All other applicable roles will be subject to a Basic level DBS check prior to commencement date.
For further information, please click on the links below:
- Job Description
- A Welcome to Applicants
- Application guidelines
- Additional guidelines
- Staff benefits
- A Statement on Ethos
- Safeguarding Policy
- Privacy Notice (Recruitment)
Night Support Officer
Working at YMCA Bournemouth is an opportunity to be a part of a global organisation working at a local community level in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We are inclusive, diverse and forward-thinking. We work across areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing to enable people in our local community to develop their full potential in Mind, Body and Spirit. People choose to work for us because they want to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, children, young people and families and they want to work in an environment that will support them to do so.
We are a supported needs’ Housing Association, with most of our residents needing short term intensive housing management and support, occupying hostel rooms, shared houses, and self-contained flats in a variety of locations. We offer personal support, life skills, counselling, key work, advice and guidance and an array of additional services to aid move on to independence and a positive long-term future.
The Night support officer is on shift to supervise the security of YMCA premises and clients when required during the hours of 21.00 to 08.00, providing support to clients in keeping with the association’s aims and purposes.
Salary £26,089.44 per annum / £12.89 per hour.
The available role is for 44 hours per week which include weekends and bank holidays.
YMCA Bournemouth offer a range of staff benefits which are included in the link below.
*Please note - we do not accept CVs, please submit YMCA application forms only.
*Please note that if you are invited to an interview and require any adjustments based on disability, please let us know.
*If you have not heard from YMCA Bournemouth within 3 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
*The role has a statutory, occupational requirement to ensure the safety and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk that they may come across using our services. The post holder will take responsibility for ensuring safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk as a priority and follow both YMCA Bournemouth safeguarding policy and Pan Dorset statutory guidance.
*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.
*YMCA Bournemouth undertakes to pay all staff aged 21 and over at least the National Living Wage.
*Employment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. If the role involves regulated activity with children or adults at risk, your employment will be subject to an Enhanced level DBS check prior to commencement date. All other applicable roles will be subject to a Basic level DBS check prior to commencement date.
For further information, please click on the links below:
- Job Description
- A Welcome to Applicants
- Application guidelines
- Additional guidelines
- Staff benefits
- A Statement on Ethos
- Safeguarding Policy
- Privacy Notice (Recruitment)
Family Help Team Manager
Working at YMCA Bournemouth is an opportunity to be a part of a global organisation working at a local community level in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We are inclusive, diverse and forward-thinking. We work across areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing to enable people in our local community to develop their full potential in Mind, Body and Spirit. People choose to work for us because they want to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, children, young people and families and they want to work in an environment that will support them to do so.
YMCA Bournemouth is commissioned to run Family Hub services on behalf of BCP council Early Help team until March 31st 2026. It is the role of the Family Help Team Manager to demonstrate visionary leadership and management in the delivery of YMCA Bournemouth’s Family Hub work across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
As Family Help Team Manager you will:
- Lead the work of the YMCA Family Help Team to ensure their success, accountability and continuous improvement and meet defined performance indicators and business strategies as outlined in SLA from BCP
- Allocate work for and line mange and supervise practitioners and volunteers to ensure the service is safe, efficient and of high quality
- Work collaboratively with a internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve services for whole families and give children the Best Start to Life
- Recent experience of working with children, young people and their families with a proven track record in developing innovative practices to improve outcomes for them
- An ability to work closely and non-judgementally with other people, showing an understanding of boundaries and a commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice
- A good understanding of early interventions and prevention, and safeguarding
- Excellent communication skills
- Good IT skills
- The ability to prioritise competing demands, meet tight deadlines, co-ordinate workloads and delegate tasks
- A minimum qualification of NVQ Level 4 or Degree and/or Professional qualification in a relevant field such as Health, Social Care, Education, Housing, Family Work, Youth Work, Police
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own car
- Job Description
- A Welcome to Applicants
- Application guidelines
- Additional guidelines
- Staff benefits
- A Statement on Ethos
- Safeguarding Policy
- Privacy Notice (Recruitment)
Working at YMCA Bournemouth is an opportunity to be a part of a global organisation working at a local community level in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We are inclusive, diverse and forward-thinking. We work across areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing to enable people in our local community to develop their full potential in Mind, Body and Spirit. People choose to work for us because they want to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, children, young people and families and they want to work in an environment that will support them to do so.
As a Fitness Experience Team Member you will be a multifunctional team member, who can be competent, proactive, and assist our guests and members in their fitness journey with knowledge, passion, and enthusiasm. You will be a minimum of a level 2 qualified fitness instructor (perhaps working toward level 3 personal trainer) with an eagerness to learn. A Fitness Experience Team Member will be meeting and greeting members, sell sports drinks at the till, teach 30 minute gym floor classes, and ensure the club is presentable to a high standard.
Salary (part-time role) £12.21 per hour / £12,698.40 per annum.
The available role is for 20 hours per week (Monday evenings, Wednesday morning and 4 hours on Saturdays).
*YMCA Bournemouth offer a range of staff benefits which are included in the link below.
The closing date for applications and shortlisting will be 21st March 2025. We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date due to business needs.
*Please note - we do not accept CVs, please submit YMCA application forms only.
*Please note that if you are invited to an interview and require any adjustments based on disability, please let us know.
*If you have not heard from YMCA Bournemouth within 3 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
*The role has a statutory, occupational requirement to ensure the safety and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk that they may come across using our services. The post holder will take responsibility for ensuring safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk as a priority and follow both YMCA Bournemouth safeguarding policy and Pan Dorset statutory guidance.
*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.
*Employment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. If the role involves regulated activity with children or adults at risk, your employment will be subject to an Enhanced level DBS check prior to commencement date. All other applicable roles will be subject to a Basic level DBS check prior to commencement date.
For further information, please click on the links below:
- Job Description
- A Welcome to Applicants
- Application guidelines
- Additional guidelines
- Staff benefits
- A Statement on Ethos
- Safeguarding Policy
- Privacy Notice (Recruitment)
Child Contact Centre Manager
Working at YMCA Bournemouth is an opportunity to be a part of a global organisation working at a local community level in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We are inclusive, diverse and forward-thinking. We work across areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing to enable people in our local community to develop their full potential in Mind, Body and Spirit. People choose to work for us because they want to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, children, young people and families and they want to work in an environment that will support them to do so.
Our Child Contact Centres in Southbourne and Townsend are fully accredited by the National Association of Child Contact Centres (NACCC). We provide opportunities for families to maintain relationships even when they do not live together. We facilitate supervised, supported and handover family time both in the centres and in the community. We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and committed manager with excellent leadership and communication skills, who shares our passion to improve the outcomes for children and families.
As Child Contact Centre Manager you will:
- Organise, supervise, record and assess family time with an awareness of safeguarding
- Rota and line manage practitioners and volunteers to ensure the service is safe, efficient and of high quality
- Develop and maintain relationships with families, Local Authorities, social workers, solicitors and other professionals and service users whilst ensuring contact demands are met
- A child centred approach to family work
- An ability to work closely and non-judgementally with other people, showing an understanding of boundaries and a commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to deal sensitively with people under stress
- Good IT skills
- The ability to prioritise competing demands, meet tight deadlines, co-ordinate workloads and delegate tasks
- A minimum qualification of NVQ Level 4 Children & Families related
- Full UK driving licence and access to your own car
- Job Description
- A Welcome to Applicants
- Application guidelines
- Additional guidelines
- Staff benefits
- A Statement on Ethos
- Safeguarding Policy
- Privacy Notice (Recruitment)
Relief Child Contact Centre Practitioner
Working at YMCA Bournemouth is an opportunity to be a part of a global organisation working at a local community level in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We are inclusive, diverse and forward-thinking. We work across areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing to enable people in our local community to develop their full potential in Mind, Body and Spirit. People choose to work for us because they want to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, children, young people and families and they want to work in an environment that will support them to do so.
YMCA Bournemouth Child Contact Centre is a NACCC accredited service supporting children and families to build positive relationships even when they do not live together. We offer a safe and neutral environment where the child is the most important person.
We are looking to recruit a weekend practitioner who will observe supervised and supported family time. You will demonstrate:
- an ability to work closely and non-judgementally with other people, showing an understanding of boundaries and a commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory working
- excellent communication skills with all ages and ability to provide clear, written information
- the ability to deal sensitively with people under stress
- good IT skills
- Job Description
- A Welcome to Applicants
- Application guidelines
- Additional guidelines
- Staff benefits
- A Statement on Ethos
- Safeguarding Policy
- Privacy Notice (Recruitment)
Relief Early Years Practitioner
Working at YMCA Bournemouth is an opportunity to be a part of a global organisation working at a local community level in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We are inclusive, diverse and forward-thinking. We work across areas including Housing and Support, Family and Relationships, Youth Work, Training and Education, and Health and Wellbeing to enable people in our local community to develop their full potential in Mind, Body and Spirit. People choose to work for us because they want to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, children, young people and families and they want to work in an environment that will support them to do so.
At Teddy’s Preschool we are an in-the-moment setting, and therefore have no forward planned activities, but share in the joy of each learning moment that arises with the children. You have the freedom to be as creative as you can to ensure that our children get the best possible learning experience, whilst you have fun too. We also use an online observation system, so no more piles of paperwork!
Fed up of being stuck inside? We have a great outside space and free-flow access to it in all weathers – this is a major part of this role, and so a strong passion for outdoor learning would be highly desirable. We also support children with additional needs and English as an additional language, and so experience in these areas is a must.
The setting is open 5 days a week, term time only, between 08.30 – 16.00.
Salary (relief role) £12.21 per hour.
Hours and days of work will be dependent on the needs of the setting.
*YMCA Bournemouth offer a range of staff benefits which are included in the link below.
*Please note - we do not accept CVs, please submit YMCA application forms only.
*Please note that if you are invited to an interview and require any adjustments based on disability, please let us know.
*If you have not heard from YMCA Bournemouth within 3 weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
*The role has a statutory, occupational requirement to ensure the safety and welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk that they may come across using our services. The post holder will take responsibility for ensuring safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk as a priority and follow both YMCA Bournemouth safeguarding policy and Pan Dorset statutory guidance.
*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.
*Employment will be subject to satisfactory references, right to work checks and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. If the role involves regulated activity with children or adults at risk, your employment will be subject to an Enhanced level DBS check prior to commencement date. All other applicable roles will be subject to a Basic level DBS check prior to commencement date.
For further information, please click on the links below:
- Job Description
- A Welcome to Applicants
- Application guidelines
- Additional guidelines
- Staff benefits
- A Statement on Ethos
- Safeguarding Policy
- Privacy Notice (Recruitment)
Get in touch
YMCA Bournemouth
56 Westover Road
Bournemouth
BH1 2BS