& engagement Work, Jobs in Preston, Eng (with Salaries)

Community Engagement Officer
First Kick Foundation —Preston
- £24,420 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Communication skills
- School
- Annual leave
- Work from home
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20h
Programme Manager
Redmoor Health —Chorley
- From £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Project management
- Travel
- Free parking
- Work from home
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9d
Executive Assistant to CEO
Grafton Ecommerce Limited —Preston
- From £24,420 a year
- Part-time
- Microsoft Office
- Administrative experience
- QuickBooks
- Free parking
- Store discount
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12d
Community Governance Review Project Officer
Lancaster City Council —Lancaster
- £31,022 - £36,363 a year
- Hybrid work
- Project management
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
10d
Property Manager - The Tramshed
Student Facility Management —Preston
- £32,000 - £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Customer service
- Microsoft Office
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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3d
Life Skills Tutor
justteachers —Preston
- £115 - £150 a day
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Mentoring
- Classroom experience
- Free parking
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Careers and Employability Adviser (0.6 FTE)
University of Cumbria —Lancaster
- £31,236 - £37,694 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Data analysis skills
- Administrative experience
- University
3d
Learning Activation Specialist
mydentist —Radcliffe
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Travel
- Leadership
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Tenant Engagement Officer
Community Gateway Association —Preston
- £30,500.03 a year
- Weekend availability
- Communication skills
- Sick pay
Community & Engagement Lead
Lancashire Mind —Leyland
- £32,300 a year
- Hybrid work
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Learning & Development Support Specialist
EG On The Move Ltd —Blackburn
- £28,000 - £32,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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3d
Community Research Officer (ARC 2)
Lancaster University —Lancaster
- £33,002 - £37,694 a year
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Administrative experience
- Flexible schedule
12d
Support Worker
Ready 4 Home Housing Support CIC —Preston
- £27,000 - £29,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Free parking
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2d
Teaching Assistant – Vocational & Learning Support (Sport & Physical Training)
Blackpool Skills Academy —Blackpool
- £24,790 a year
- Monday to Friday
- English
- Experience working with children
- First Aid Certification
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14h
Field Interviewer - Preston
the National Centre for Social Research —Preston
- £15.12 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- English
- Travel
- Time management
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Freelance In-Person Event Specialist - St. Helens, UK
Visit.org —St Helens
- Temporary
- Customer service
- English
- Travel
Quick apply
Head of HSEQ
NSG Environmental —Chorley
- £90,000 - £100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Work from home
- Life insurance
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4d
Marketing Associate, Creative Lead (Global Marketing)
Abbingdon Global Limited —Southport
- £30,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Project management
- Presentation skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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14d
Junior Business Development Executive
FI Real Estate Management Ltd —Chorley
- Full-time
- Sales
- Microsoft Office
- Business development
- Free parking
- Referral programme
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8d
Early Careers & Skills Development Lead (Graduate Personal Effectiveness)
BAE Systems —Preston
- £49,000 a year
- Management
- Leadership
7d

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Community Engagement Officer

First Kick Foundation
Preston

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£24,420 - £28,000 a year
20 hours ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Company pension
Work from home
On-site parking

Qualifications

Canva
Youth work
Communication skills

Full job description

About First Kick Foundation

First Kick Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation committed to improving physical and mental wellbeing through accessible sport, health, and enrichment programmes. We work with children, young people, and families across Preston and the wider North West — delivering school-based sport, HAF holiday provision, and targeted community initiatives that create real impact.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking an organised, driven, and community-focused Community Engagement Officer to support the effective, high impact delivery of First Kick Foundations community provision which covers the following delivery areas; Health Lifestyles, Education, Mentoring, Behaviour change, Youth Work and Physical Activity.

Role Overview

As Community Engagement Officer, you’ll be the friendly face of the Foundation - building strong connections with families, schools, referral partners, and local organisations. You’ll drive service user recruitment, support communications and outreach, and help ensure our programmes are inclusive, accessible, and impactful.

You will play a key role in supporting the delivery and growth of the Foundation's employability programmes, helping to engage young people and adults who face barriers to education, employment, and training. Working alongside delivery staff and external partners, you will promote opportunities, coordinate referrals, and support participants to access the right provision.

You will be responsible for ensuring the high-quality, effective delivery of the Foundation's programmes across all delivery strands, including Healthy Lifestyles, Education, Mentoring, Behaviour Change, Youth Work, Physical Activity, and Employability.

Key Responsibilities

Community Engagement & Outreach

· Build positive relationships with families, schools, youth organisations, and community stakeholders.

· Lead outreach to recruit participants for programmes, including HAF and school-based initiatives.

· Attend community events, school meetings, and networking opportunities to promote First Kick Foundation.

· Act as a first point of contact for families and participants, providing information and support.

Employability Programme Support

- Support the recruitment and engagement of participants into employability and skills programmes.

- Promote employability opportunities within local communities through outreach and engagement activities.

- Support participants to access appropriate training, volunteering, work experience, and employment opportunities.

Recruitment & Relationship Building

· Build partnerships with schools, families, referral partners, and youth organisations to promote engagement and broaden access.

· Act as a friendly and knowledgeable point of contact for community members seeking programme information and support.

Programme Support & Evaluation

· Assist in the smooth running of programmes through on-site support, registration, and family liaison.

· Collect attendance data, feedback, and case studies to inform continuous improvement.

Marketing & Communications

· Collaborate with the marketing team to create engaging outreach content-for social media, newsletters, and case studies.

· Share real-life stories that highlight participant experiences and programme impact.

· Represent the Foundation at community events, school meetings, and networking opportunities when needed.

Compliance & Administration

· Ensure all engagement work aligns with safeguarding, GDPR, and health & safety policies.

· Maintain accurate records of session delivery, referrals, and incident reports.

· Contribute to reports and evaluations for funders and internal use.

Person Specification

Essential:

Experience in community engagement, outreach, or a similar role.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust and rapport.
Organised, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities.
Knowledge of safeguarding and inclusive working practices.
A genuine passion for supporting children, young people, and families.

Desirable:

Experience working in schools, youth work, or community programmes.
Experience of working on employability, skills, or NEET programmes.
Knowledge of local employment, education, and training pathways.
Understanding of the charity or not-for-profit sector.
Skills in marketing/communications (e.g. social media, Canva, newsletters).
Experience collecting and reporting participant data.
A relevant qualification in youth work, community development, sport, or education.

What We Offer

✅ A varied and rewarding role in a values-driven charity
✅ Supportive and collaborative team culture
✅ Training, personal development, and progression opportunities
✅ Competitive salary, generous annual leave, and wellbeing days

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to [email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £24,420.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
On-site parking
Work from home

Application question(s):

This role requires working across multiple locations. Are you able to travel easily across the whole of Greater Manchester?
Do you have previous experience in a community engagement or youth work role?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Preston PR5 4LA

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