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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: Full Time & Permanent
Hours: 35 hours pw (Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends)
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
ACTIVITY WORKER - MUSICAL THEATRE / DRAMA
- Hours: Tuesday and Wednesday 5pm till 7pm
- Salary: £12.71 - £13.36 per hour
- Closing Date: Apply Now
As a Musical Theatre & Drama Activity Worker, you will be confident in building positive relationships with children and young people through performing arts, drama, music, and creative expression. You will relish the opportunity to deliver engaging musical theatre and drama sessions and programmes that encourage young people to develop confidence, communication skills, creativity, teamwork, and resilience. You will have a strong belief in the power of the arts to inspire, motivate, and create opportunities for young people to thrive.
You will be able to work solo and as part of a team in a fast-paced, energetic environment, often during evenings, weekends, and school holidays. You will enjoy being creative and adaptable in planning activities that are inclusive, fun, and accessible to all abilities. You will be passionate about helping young people achieve their potential, develop a sense of belonging, and improve their emotional well-being, self-confidence, and social skills through participation in musical theatre, drama, and positive engagement.
KEY DETAILS
Job Title: Activity Worker – Musical Theatre / Drama
Salary: £12.71 – £13.36 per hour
Location: BLGC site and Community
Reports to: PYS Manager
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Tuesday and Wednesdays 5-7pm
THE ROLE
As a Musical Theatre & Drama Activity Worker, you will be confident in building positive relationships with children and young people through performing arts, drama, music, and creative expression. You will relish the opportunity to deliver engaging musical theatre and drama sessions and programmes that encourage young people to develop confidence, communication skills, creativity, teamwork, and resilience. You will have a strong belief in the power of the arts to inspire, motivate, and create opportunities for young people to thrive.
You will be able to work solo and as part of a team in a fast-paced, energetic environment, often during evenings, weekends, and school holidays. You will enjoy being creative and adaptable in planning activities that are inclusive, fun, and accessible to all abilities. You will be passionate about helping young people achieve their potential, develop a sense of belonging, and improve their emotional well-being, self-confidence, and social skills through participation in musical theatre, drama, and positive engagement.
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
Junior Club Coordinator
- Hours: 18 hours
- Salary: £15.64 per hour
- Closing Date: Apply Now
As a key member of the delivery team, you will lead the develop delivery of our Junior Club Programme for 8–12 year olds, ensuring a warm, playful, active and inclusive environment where children can learn, explore and grow.
You will have a particular focus on high-quality play opportunities and creative sessions ensuring that children have access to fun, enriching and healthy experiences.
This is a dynamic, rewarding role where no two days are the same. Your energy, creativity and passion for supporting children will be at the heart of everything you do.
KEY DETAILS
Job Title: Junior Club Coordinator
Salary: £15.64 per hour
Location: BLGC sites
Reports to: Play, Youth and Sports Manager
Contract: Part Time & Permanent
Hours: 18 hours (Wednesday and Friday evenings + admin)
THE ROLE
As a key member of the delivery team, you will lead the develop delivery of our Junior Club Programme for 8–12 year olds, ensuring a warm, playful, active and inclusive environment where children can learn, explore and grow.
You will have a particular focus on high-quality play opportunities and creative sessions ensuring that children have access to fun, enriching and healthy experiences.
This is a dynamic, rewarding role where no two days are the same. Your energy, creativity and passion for supporting children will be at the heart of everything you do.
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: 25 hours per week
- Salary: £15.64 per hour
- Closing Date: Apply Now
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.
KEY DETAILS
Job Title: Senior Club Coordinator
Salary: £15.64 per hour
Location: BLGC sites
Reports to: Play, Youth and Sports Manager
Contract: Part Time & Permanent
Hours: 25 hours per Week (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings + Admin)
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
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.