Educator

About the role

Educator

Contract: Fixed term, 7-month contract (2 school terms) – 1st September 2026 – 9th April 2027
Hours:  25 per week 

Salary:  £29,500 - £30,500 (full time equivalent) pro rata
Location:  Office base is Hatfield/hybrid, with Hertfordshire county-wide travel. Driving licence and use of own vehicle is required.

Education service core office days are Monday to Wednesdays and there would be an expectation, where service bookings allow, that you would be based from the office on at least one of those days.

Are you passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives? Join hyh and help us empower the next generation with the knowledge and skills to thrive.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Educator to deliver dynamic lessons, assemblies, and workshops to young people across Hertfordshire. You’ll cover vital topics such as homelessness, leaving home, independent living, healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and anger management. You will be confident teaching 10 to 18-year-olds within primary and secondary schools.

What you’ll do:

· Deliver fun and engaging education sessions in schools, colleges and youth groups.

· Build strong relationships with education providers and professionals across Hertfordshire.

· Contribute to the development of impactful resources and monitoring tools.

· Handle essential admin and outcome reporting tasks.

· Participate in regular supervision and team meetings.

 What we’re looking for:

· A confident communicator with experience working with young people.

· Ability to create inclusive, interactive and inspiring learning environments.

· Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

· Passion for tackling youth homelessness and promoting positive change.

What We Offer

We value our people and want you to feel supported and appreciated. We offer:

• A collaborative, knowledgeable and supportive team environment

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 28 with service)

• An extra day off to celebrate your birthday 🎉

• Holiday purchase scheme and hybrid working opportunities

• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel

• Pension scheme and Group Life Insurance

• BHSF Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme

• Blue Light Card discounts

• Company sick pay (subject to eligibility)

• Ongoing training and development, including secondments

• Long service awards, refer-a-friend scheme and monthly staff rewards

 Why join us?

· Make a real difference in your community.

· Be part of a supportive, values-driven team.

· Opportunities for professional development and growth.

 Ready to inspire and empower young people?
Apply now and help us shape brighter futures.

Please go to our website for more information and click on the apply here button www.hyh.org.uk/jobs. Please ensure you submit a cover letter or a short video along with your CV . If you require any adjustments to support your application, please let us know and we will be happy to help where we can.
 
Closing Date: 2nd August 2026
Interview Date: 6th August 2026 (in person at our office in Hatfield)
Personal Interview Date: 7th August 2026 (online)

This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with children or young adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. An enhanced disclosure will be sought through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) as part of Herts Young Homeless’ pre-employment checks. 

Equal opportunities

We treat everyone with equal dignity and respect, and promote equal opportunity for all and challenge any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any person on the grounds of race, colour, sex, marital status, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or any other perceived difference.
hyh strives to be an equal opportunities and inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Our promise to you
Herts Young Homeless promises to act with the upmost integrity and respect when it comes to handling your data and will not share your details with any other client without 1) discussing the opportunity with you first and 2) without your verbal or written consent for us to do so.