10 jobs in Fresh Futures group

Hours of Work : 39 hours per week – Monday to Friday
Salary: £15.60 p/h Term Time Only
Location : Community Based across Kirklees/Leeds and surrounding areas

Established in 1974, Fresh Futures is a regional charity that supports vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people, and their families, within Kirklees and surrounding areas.

Our vision is for all children, young people and their families to have opportunities for a better life, now and in the future.

We are committed to improving the lives of children and young people by providing opportunities that enable them to achieve a positive destination that is right for them. We empower families and influential adults to make positive choices, so children, young people live healthy and happy lives. By working within communities, we support children, young people, and their families and advocate for them.

We listen. We respect. We include. We empower. We care. Through the work we do, we aim to make a positive and lasting difference for the people we support.

Brian Jackson College is seeking a committed and compassionate Outreach Worker to support young people ages 13‑18 who are experiencing emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), anxiety, SEMH needs or disengagement from education.

This is a highly relational, community‑based role, where you will work directly with young people in their homes and local environments to rebuild trust, re‑engage them with learning and support successful reintegration into education or alternative pathways.

You will act as a key trusted adult, working closely with families, educational settings and external agencies to remove barriers and improve outcomes for vulnerable young people.

This role exists to support some of the most vulnerable young people who are currently unable to access education due to a number of SEND‑related barriers. This is a highly autonomous role requiring confidence in lone working, strong professional judgement and a commitment to safeguarding, as you carry responsibility for delivering impactful support in community and home environments.

• Deliver home based and community outreach support, including doorstep check‑ins and online engagement
• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people who may be anxious, disengaged or avoidant.
• Support re‑engagement in education through flexible, personalised approaches.
• Work closely with families to develop routines, improve attendance, and build confidence.
• Collaborate with the schools SEN team and multi‑agency partners.
• Monitor and report on progress relating to attendance, wellbeing and engagement.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, record keeping and professional practice.

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH, SEND, EBSA or school disengagement
• Skilled in building strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable young people
• Understands trauma informed and relational approaches
• Is confident working independently in community settings
• Has excellent communication and organisational skills
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

• Experience in outreach, alternative provision or mentoring
• Knowledge of SEND and EHCP process
• Background in youth work, education, mental health or social care

• Calm, patient and emotionally resilient
• Relational and empathetic
• Confident working independently
• Adaptable and flexible
• Solution focused and proactive

• This is a community based role, and you will spend the majority of your time working independently within young people’s homes and local environments
• The role involves regular lone working, requiring confidence, initiative and adherence to safeguarding and safety procedures.
• A full clean driving licence is essential
• You will be expected to travel across the local area; mileage expenses will be reimbursed in line with organisational policy
• Flexibility is required, including occasional work outside of typical hours to meet the needs of young people and families.

Brian Jackson College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to appropriate vetting, including an enhanced DBS check.

Volunteer Content Creation Officer (Press, Media and website content)

Fresh Futures is a charity supporting vulnerable children, young people and families across Yorkshire. We provide vital services to help individuals overcome challenges, improve wellbeing and build brighter futures.

Fresh Futures is a charity supporting vulnerable children, young people and families across Yorkshire. We provide vital services to help individuals overcome challenges, improve wellbeing and build brighter futures.

We are looking for a passionate and proactive Volunteer Content Creation Officer to help raise awareness of our work through local, regional and national media.

You will play a key role in sharing powerful stories, increasing our visibility, and helping us reach more young people and families who need support.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone interested in PR, media, communications or the charity sector to gain hands‑on experience and make a real impact.

• Identify and develop compelling story ideas based on Fresh Futures’ work
• Draft press releases, media pitches and statements, alongside news articles for our website
• Build and maintain a list of media contacts (local, regional and sector press)
• Proactively pitch stories to:
  • Newspapers and online media
  • Radio and TV programmes
  • Trade and sector publications
• Support the coordination of media interviews and opportunities
• Help gather case studies and impact stories (with appropriate safeguarding measures)
• Monitor and track media coverage and outcomes and website engagement
• Work closely with staff to ensure messaging is clear, accurate and impactful

• A strong writer with the ability to tell engaging, human stories
• Interested in PR, journalism, or communications
• Confident communicating with a range of stakeholders
• Organised and able to work independently
• Passionate about supporting children, young people and families

• Previous experience in PR, media, marketing or journalism
• Understanding of the media landscape (especially regional press)
• Experience using social media or digital communications tools

• Practical experience in public relations and media outreach
• Opportunity to build a portfolio of published media coverage
• Insight into the charity and social impact sector
• Flexible volunteering that fits around your schedule
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in your community

• Ongoing support from the team
• Guidance on media engagement and messaging
• Opportunities to develop your PR and communication skills

Fresh Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role may involve handling sensitive stories, and appropriate guidance and protocols will be provided.

Fresh Futures is seeking a committed Outreach Worker to support 13–18 year olds experiencing EBSA, anxiety, SEMH needs or disengagement from education. This community-based role involves home visits, building trust with young people and working with families to re-engage learners in education or alternative pathways.

Travel across Kirklees/Leeds, lone working, and safeguarding are core aspects, with mileage reimbursed.

Hours of Work: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday- 08:30-15:00 and Wednesday- 08:30-15:45
Salary: £ per annum, £13.57 hourly rate
Base: Brian Jackson College, Wellington House Huddersfield

Interview Date: TBC

Fresh Futures is a regional charity working with vulnerable and disadvantaged children, young people and their families, within Kirklees and surrounding areas. Our vision is that all young people have opportunities for a better life, now and in the future. We are thought leaders and together with partners, we deliver outcomes through four interwoven strands of activity – providing education services and facilities, building healthy relationships, promoting health and wellbeing and improving employability skills

We are seeking an enthusiastic Learner and Behaviour Support Worker to join our team working directly our pupils, some of which are in receipt of an education health and care plan (EHCP), within a specialised social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) provision. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting 13-16 year olds both academically and socially to support our organisation’s mission

• Provide support to young people with social emotional and mental health needs to help reduce barriers to learning, improve attainment and educational outcomes
• To implement behavioural interventions to support engagement and promote self-confidence and improve emotional wellbeing of all pupils

Pupil/client facing

• Assist with pupils social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs with guidance from the Nurture Manager and Inclusion Manager
• Contribute to the delivery of successful lessons by providing supporting to tutors
• Encourage pupils to remain engaged in their education whilst promoting positive behaviour
• Support pupils during offsite visits and vocational educational activities
• Promote independence and life skills through student led activities
• Assist and support pupils with the development of key life skills
• To work proactively with new pupils assisting in a successful transition to Brian Jackson College
• To assist in the development, implementation, review, monitoring and evaluation of behavioural improvement and support plans
• Any other duties relevant to the FF and Brian Jackson College
• Actively support the staff team in the behaviour management of pupils between lessons and at social times

Processes and procedures

• To operate within agreed professional, ethical and school policies when working with pupils and those involved with them
• Report safeguarding concerns to the safeguarding team in a timely manner
• Report Health and Safety concerns to admin in a timely manner

Admin based

• Completing all relevant pupil documentation and record keeping

Safeguarding Duties and Responsibilities

• The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• The following duties are expected of all staff:
• proactively ensuring the effective implementation of Child Protection and other related policies
• ensuring full compliance with all relevant statutory regulations as well as all school policies, Health & Safety regulations etc.
• communicating effectively with all relevant stakeholders including colleagues, students, parents and outside agencies as appropriate.

• Experience within SEMH and behavioural needs setting
• Experience of working with young people at KS3 & KS4 in an educational setting (formal or non formal) setting
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English. (essential)
• Experience of Safeguarding children in education
• Knowledge of childhood trauma (desirable)
• Positive handling training (desirable)
• Must have a solid understanding of nurture and be willing to adapt to the colleges nurturing ethos
• Driving licence desirable and willing to travel across both provisions
• Must have a solid understanding of EHCP’s

• A team player with a positive, solution focused approach
• Flexible and reliable
• Inspiring, enthusiastic and enjoys working with young people
• Ability to work with young people who exhibit regular behavioural and emotional difficulties
• High tolerance levels
• Resilient and able to adapt quickly to change
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Organised and excellent management skills
• Ability to relate effectively with pupils and staff
• Responds positively to resolve problems effectively ensuring that all are happy with the outcome
• Ability to work independently and use own initiative
• Works within data protection guidelines and always maintains confidentiality.
• Ensures personal and departmental appearance is of a high standard.
• Ability to work with young people from diverse social backgrounds

Fresh Futures is seeking an enthusiastic Learner and Behaviour Support Worker to join our team at Brian Jackson College in Huddersfield. You will work directly with pupils aged 13-16, including those with EHCPs, to support learning and social development in a SEMH provision.

The role focuses on implementing behavioural strategies, promoting wellbeing, and helping students build life skills. Experience with SEMH, safeguarding, and working in education is essential; driving license desirable.

Hours of Work :30.75 hrs per week
Salary :£19,027.58 PA
Base : Brian Jackson College, Vision House, High Street, Heckmondwike, WF16 0AD

Closing Date : 3rd July
Interview Date : 9th July

At Brian Jackson College we work with young people who need something different, a provision where relationships, understanding and high expectations come together to create meaningful change.

Brian Jackson College is part of fresh futures, a charity delivering impactful services.

• Supporting learners with complex SEMH needs
• Creating a nurturing, inclusive and relational environment
• Preparing young people for adulthood, employment and independence
• Delivering personalised pathways that remove barriers to success.

This is a highly relational, student facing role, where your ability to build trust and support behaviour is key. This role is largely 1-2-1

• Support an allocated student with social emotional and behavioural needs using a calm, consistent approach.
• Work alongside tutors to support learning across academic, vocational and enrichment activities.
• Deliver and contribute to individual behaviour and support plans.
• Help learners develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Support transitions into and through post 16 education.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement
• Support off site learning, work placements and enrichment opportunities.

You will play a vital role in helping learners overcome barriers, make positive choices and prepare for adulthood.

• Has experience working with young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Understands trauma informed and relational approaches to behaviour.
• Is calm, resilient and able to respond positively in challenging situations.
• Can build strong, trusting relationships with young people
• Is flexible, proactive and solution focused
• Has strong communication and organisational skills.
• Is committed to inclusion and improving outcomes for young people.

Fresh Futures group is seeking a dedicated individual to support students with social, emotional, and behavioural needs at Brian Jackson College. This role involves building relationships with learners and helping them overcome barriers to success through tailored support.

The ideal candidate will be resilient, calm, and possess strong organisational skills, contributing to each student's wellbeing and development. You will work closely with tutors to enhance learners' engagement in academic and vocational activities. Experience in a similar role is essential.