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OPENINGS MANAGER – BARNSLEY YOUTH ZONE (Internal Only)

Added 11th July 2025

About the Role

As we expand across the UK, we’re strengthening the team at Barnsley Youth Zone to support the critical pre- and post-opening phases. These periods involve intense work, decisions, and challenges requiring expert guidance.

Chief Executives and Youth Work Managers, early in their OnSide journey, face intense pressures and will rely on the Openings Manager for high-level support.

With the Base71 team already growing, this role will help it become fully operational and deliver an exceptional offer for young people.

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APPLICATION PROCESS / EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

We encourage you to discuss your interest with your line manager in the first instance.

  • If you would like an informal chat, please contact Dave Barton at Dave.Barton@onsideyouthzones.org or 07935 348517.
  • Please complete a Formal Expression of Interest form by 9am on Thursday 1 August and submit to Jodie Webb at: Jodie.Webb@onsideyouthzones.org
  • OnSide will contact your Chief Executive for a supporting statement/discussion.
  • In-person professional discussions/interviews will be held with candidates on Friday 8th August. The location will likely be Barnsley however we will confirm once the role closes.
Salary £42,000-46,000 depending on experience (plus ‘away from home’ allowance of up to £500 a month) Contract Permanent: Full-time (37.5 hours/week) Fixed Term Secondment for c9 – 12 Months, this role is to support the Senior Leadership Team during the pre-post opening period. Closing Date 01/08/2025 Location Hybrid working: home-based with extensive travel across the North-west. Sorry, this role is no longer available.

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