Savio House seeks Residential Retreat Team/Programme Leader

Savio House

Residential Retreat Team/Programme Leader
Bollington, Macclesfield
Salary: £16,000pa (Accommodation costs included)

Savio House is seeking an inspirational and committed practising Catholic to lead our retreat team of young volunteers and community members in the delivery of engaging, thought provoking retreat programmes to the young people that we serve.

The role is a residential fixed term post for two years with the possibility of one year’s extension. It carries responsibility for the day to day management of the retreat experience, programme development and support of the retreat team.

You will be educated to degree level with professional experience of working with young people. You will have strong motivational skills with a creative flair and enjoy spending time with young people. An ability to keep things in proportion and be resilient are key to the success of this role.

The role requires excellent organisation and leadership skills with an ability to continually reassess priorities. You will be required to lead the majority of retreats which includes working evenings and weekends. Some experience of community life would be an advantage.

Post to commence in August 2014.

Other Benefits: Contributory pension scheme, childcare voucher scheme.
Closing date: Tuesday 6th May 2014

Interviews: Friday 16th May 2014

Application packs are available from: Miss Emma Jarvis, Savio House Retreat Centre, Ingersley Road, Bollington, Cheshire, Macclesfield, SK10 5RW, Tel: 01625 575405, Email: saviooffice@saviohouse.org.uk

As this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, a satisfactory (enhanced) Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for the successful candidate.

For more information on Savio House see: www.saviohouse.org.uk/

Salesians of Don Bosco UK Registered Charity No. 233779