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We won’t stop and we won’t back down because every young person we help is worth it. We do things with compassion, generosity, professionalism and a big helping of fun! BUT OUR recruitment process isn’t just about us, it’s about you too! In the words of Lionel Ritchie (well, almost), ‘Hello! Is it us you’re looking for?
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we are unable to acknowledge receiving applications. You will only hear of us if you are shortlisted. We apologise we cannot do more but as a charity we do not have the resources to do so.
current vacancies.
HEAD OF FUNDRAISING & COMMUNICATION
- Hours: Full Time
- Salary: Circa £50,000 depending upon experience
- Closing Date: Apply Now
The Head of Fundraising and Communications will develop and deliver the fundraising and communication strategy, and will grow and diversify fundraising streams to maximise all income generation opportunities. The post holder will have overall responsibility for all aspects of delivery, including meeting agreed income generation targets, delivering marketing communications to internal and external audiences. This role requires a collaborative approach to ensure success.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrable fundraising and communications experience, and a history of success in income generation. In addition the postholder will be a proactive results-driven individual with exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, and the confidence and ability to drive a strategy forward and inspire a team to success. The role is hands-on; working within a very small team, the role would suit someone who enjoys developing the strategy and taking ownership of implementing it successfully.
KEY DETAILS
Job Title: Head of Fundraising & Communication
Salary: Circa £50,000pa
Location: BLGC site and Community
Reports to: CEO
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
THE ROLE
The Head of Fundraising and Communications will develop and deliver the fundraising and communication strategy, and will grow and diversify fundraising streams to maximise all income generation opportunities. The post holder will have overall responsibility for all aspects of delivery, including meeting agreed income generation targets, delivering marketing communications to internal and external audiences. This role requires a collaborative approach to ensure success.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrable fundraising and communications experience, and a history of success in income generation. In addition the postholder will be a proactive results-driven individual with exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, and the confidence and ability to drive a strategy forward and inspire a team to success. The role is hands-on; working within a very small team, the role would suit someone who enjoys developing the strategy and taking ownership of implementing it successfully.
APPLY
If you are interested in applying for this position please download and complete the application form and return with your CV to: Head of HR BLGC 18 Spa Road Bolton BL1 4AG or email to recruitment@blgc.co.uk
Marketing & Communications Manager
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing Date: Apply Now
We are looking for a creative, driven and highly organised Marketing & Communications Manager to lead the delivery of BLGC’s Marketing and Communications activity.
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Greater Manchester’s leading youth charities at a pivotal stage in its growth. Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Communications, you will play a key role in helping BLGC build awareness, strengthen relationships, demonstrate impact and support long-term financial sustainability.
You will be responsible for creating compelling content, managing digital channels, coordinating campaigns, supporting fundraising and patron engagement, delivering internal communications and protecting the BLGC brand.
At the heart of this role is storytelling. You will help bring to life the experiences of the children and young people we support, demonstrating the difference BLGC makes every day and inspiring supporters, funders, businesses and partners to get involved.
Working across the organisation, you will gather stories, impact data and insights, translating them into engaging communications that strengthen our reputation and help position BLGC as a leading youth charity across Greater Manchester.
KEY DETAILS
Job Title: Marketing & Communications Manager
Salary: £29-35k depending upon experience
Location: BLGC sites
Reports to: Head of Fundraising & Communications
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 35 hours pw with occasional evenings & weekends
THE ROLE
We are looking for a creative, driven and highly organised Marketing & Communications Manager to lead the delivery of BLGC’s Marketing and Communications activity.
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of Greater Manchester’s leading youth charities at a pivotal stage in its growth. Reporting to the Director of Fundraising & Communications, you will play a key role in helping BLGC build awareness, strengthen relationships, demonstrate impact and support long-term financial sustainability.
You will be responsible for creating compelling content, managing digital channels, coordinating campaigns, supporting fundraising and patron engagement, delivering internal communications and protecting the BLGC brand.
At the heart of this role is storytelling. You will help bring to life the experiences of the children and young people we support, demonstrating the difference BLGC makes every day and inspiring supporters, funders, businesses and partners to get involved.
Working across the organisation, you will gather stories, impact data and insights, translating them into engaging communications that strengthen our reputation and help position BLGC as a leading youth charity across Greater Manchester.
APPLY
If you are interested in applying for this position please download and complete the application form and return with your CV to: Head of HR BLGC 18 Spa Road Bolton BL1 4AG or email to recruitment@blgc.co.uk
SENIOR CLUB COORDINATOR
- Hours: 18 - 22 hours a weeK
- Salary: £15.04 - £15.64 per hour
- Closing Date:
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and confident Senior Club Coordinator to help lead our Senior Club and create brilliant experiences for young people aged 13+.
You’ll be someone who enjoys being hands-on, building positive relationships with young people and supporting a team to deliver fun, engaging and inclusive sessions. You’ll listen to what young people want, help bring their ideas to life and make sure Senior Club continues to be a place where they feel safe, supported and able to be themselves.
KEY DETAILS
Job Title: Senior Club Coordinator
Salary:
Location: BLGC Sites (Primarily based at Infinity)
Reports to: Play, Youth and Sports Manage
Contract: Full time permanent
Hours: 18 – 22 hours
THE ROLE
This role will for shaping and delivering our Senior Club offer for young people aged 13–18 (and up to 25 for those with additional needs). You will ensure that the programme is high-quality, creative, inclusive and fun — reflecting the views and needs of young people while upholding BLGC’s
commitment to providing exceptional experiences and meaningful opportunities.
You will drive continuous improvement throughout the Senior Club programme ensuring our sessions remain dynamic, engaging and relevant. This is an exciting, fast-paced and highly rewarding role within a charity; with over a 100 young people attending a session, no two days will ever be the same, and your leadership will play a vital part in helping young people feel safe, supported, inspired and able to thrive.
APPLY
If you are interested in applying for this position please download and complete the application form and return with your CV to: Head of HR BLGC 18 Spa Road Bolton BL1 4AG or email to recruitment@blgc.co.uk
FACILITIES MANAGER
- Hours: Full time permanent hours available
- Salary: £27,372 - £33,045
- Closing Date: 15th July
We are looking for flexible, personable, committed, and conscientious facilities manager with a can do attitude and good people management skills. Ultimately it is the role of this team to be at the heart of the organisation and seamlessly ensure our facilities run smoothly and that the rest of the staff, our volunteers, the YPs using the facility or even those hiring it have a great experience.
KEY DETAILS
Job Title: Facilities Manager
Salary: Band D & Band E (depending on experience)
Location: Across BLGC sites (Primarily based at Infinity, plus some Support to Hacken Lane)
Reports to: Director of People & Culture
Contract: Full time permanent – Weekend and evening cover is required as part of this mix
Hours: A degree of self determination with the team to cover operational hours (broadly 7:30 – 6 Mon-Friday when Youth club staff take over and weekend daytimes as well).
THE ROLE
You’ll be the go-to person for ensuring our facilities are safe, compliant, efficient, and welcoming, allowing others to focus on supporting the young people the charity exists to support. From managing building services to greeting visitors, you’ll make sure our facilities reflect our charity’s professionalism and care.
APPLY
If you are interested in applying for this position please download and complete the application form and return with your CV to: Head of HR BLGC 18 Spa Road Bolton BL1 4AG or email to recruitment@blgc.co.uk
who are blgc?
a bit about us.
Bolton Lads and Girls Club (BLGC) is a community-based charity driven by a mission to ensure that every child and young person in Bolton has ‘the best possible start in life, so that they have every chance to achieve their aspirations, succeed and be happy’ (Bolton Vision 2030). BLGC provides innovative and accessible services, to enable children and young people to do what they want, where they want, in an inclusive and integrated environment. We support children and young people and families, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to live happier, healthier and safer lives. Each year we support around 4,500 individuals through our services across Bolton and the surrounding area, and through our outreach in schools and community settings.
we do this...
here for all young people.
Our offer includes: A Universal Youth Provision providing diverse youth club activities, sports, multi-media, social interaction and arts; a Targeted Youth Service providing critical support to some of our most vulnerable children and young people and families in the community; a Football facility that provides fundamental football skills and emphasises the importance of inclusivity and teamwork; an Education provision providing an alternative curriculum for children and young people who benefit from creative and practical approaches to learning in a supportive and nurturing environment.