The Pars Foundation – Who are we? What do we do?
The Pars Foundation is an independent, registered charity (SCO43970) which was established in 2013. It is based at KDM Group East End Park, Dunfermline and is governed by a Board of Trustees. It works in cooperation with Dunfermline Athletic Football Club and uses the power of football to drive positive change across our communities.
The Foundation has established a secure economic base from which we deliver an increasingly diverse range of projects and initiatives across sport (football in particular), health and wellbeing, inclusion, education and employment. We are committed to creating new opportunities and to breaking down barriers to participation.
“Our Mission” is to understand our communities and their needs and to develop effective partnerships with other local agencies so that we work together to change lives for the better.
“Our Vision” is that the Pars Foundation provides vital support needed to improve life chances across our communities.
COULD YOU BE A VITAL MEMBER OF THE TEAM THAT DELIVERS THIS VISION?
ARE YOU PASSIONATE ABOUT EMPOWERING PEOPLE TO IMPROVE THEIR LIVES?
The Pars Foundation is building a team of three skilled, creative and committed managers who will together drive our expanding role in supporting our communities. This work is organised across three pillars: Football for All, Health and Wellbeing and Education and Employability. Our three managers will each lead their own pillar, supported by our General Manager and our Board of Trustees. They will also work together on shared initiatives.
Health and Wellbeing is a vital component of our work to fulfil our vision. Our Project Officer will develop and lead a number of community projects including, Employability, Education, and Health and Wellbeing. The community based initiatives aimed at supporting multiple generations will assist individuals through the courses by delivering a number of community related projects. Using football as a foundation, you will promote positive physical and mental health while addressing community health priories such as inactivity, mental health and social inclusion.
The successful candidate will have the potential to play a powerful and influential role in many people’s lives; by promoting the Foundation’s values and by providing the benefits that football brings.
Job Title: Project Officer
Reports To: Health and Wellbeing Manager
Location: KDM Group East End Park
Contract: Full time (37.5 Hours Per Week) Working patterns can be flexible to meet the needs of both the postholder and the Foundation ; occasional evening and weekend work may be needed.
Salary: £22,308
Benefits:
In addition to a highly competitive salary structure, this post also has a comprehensive benefits package:
- A generous pension scheme
- Attractive, incremental holiday entitlement.
- We ensure the on-going personal development of our employees through regular personal reviews, personal mentoring and bespoke CPD activities provided by our partners including SPFL Trust, SFA and NHS Fife
- Company laptop and (mobile if desired)
- Mileage allowance when using own car for Foundation business.
- Foundation staff clothing kit
- Invitations to DAFC corporate and social events
- DAFC Season ticket
Are you eligible?
To be eligible for shortlisting a candidate must meet the essential criteria (listed below)
How To Apply:
If you meet the essential criteria and wish to apply, please email Stewart@parsfoundation.co.uk to request an application form.
Completed application forms should be sent to our Health and Wellbeing Manager, Stewart McGuire by email at Stewart@parsfoundation.co.uk or by post marked “private and confidential”, to Stewart McGuire, Health and Wellbeing Manager, The Pars Foundation, KDM Group East End Park, Halbeath Road, Dunfermline, KY12 7RB.
Closing Date for applications: Friday 10th January 2025
Please note that the job will be subject to satisfactory references and PVG checks.
As we are a diverse organisation that respects differences in race, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, faith, background, or personal circumstance, we welcome all applications. We want everyone to feel valued and included in the football community and to achieve their full potential. The Pars Foundation is opposed to any form of discrimination and commits itself to the redress of any inequality by taking positive action where appropriate.
Job Description
The Programme Officer will develop and lead a number of community projects including, Employability, Education, and Health and Wellbeing. The community based initiatives aimed at supporting multiple generations will assist individuals through the courses by delivering a number of community related projects. Using football as a foundation, you will promote positive physical and mental health while addressing community health priories such as inactivity, mental health and social inclusion.
Employability:
- To support individuals to access training, skills development and employability opportunities.
- You will lead, recruit and evaluate the programme ensuring measurable outcomes.
- Build relationships with local employers, training providers and community organisations.
- Represent the Foundation at community and stakeholders events to promote our employability projects.
Education:
- To support individuals to access projects, such as literacy numeracy and personal development workshops.
- To deliver education and skills development programmes to young people, families and adults
- Collaborate with schools and community organisation’s to scope needs for development of programmes.
- Build and maintain relationships with Schools, Colleges, Local Councils and Community Organisations.
- Represent the Foundation at Education and community events to promote our educational projects.
- To deliver projects aimed at improving Health & Well-Being to have impact in meeting physical and mental health outcomes.
Social Inclusion Groups
- To deliver projects which focus on supporting individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia and their families and carers.
- Deliver a programme of football memories sessions and support groups. Provide a welcoming and supportive environment that encourages connections and community.
- Build relationships with local health organisations to enhance programme reach.
- Represent the Foundation at carers events and promote our activities to potential participants and partners.
Health & Wellbeing
- Assisting the Health and Wellbeing manager to plan and deliver health and wellbeing initiatives, including physical activity sessions, mental health support groups and social inclusion projects.
- Create a welcoming environment that fosters community and collaboration.
- Represent the Foundation at Health and Wellbeing events.
Job Specification
- Knowledge of employability and training pathways.
- Knowledge of current educational practices, especially hard to reach individuals.
- Understanding of safeguarding and child policies.
- Reporting to Health and Well-Being Manager
Essential
- Experience in developing and delivering programmes for groups and individuals
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to engage diverse audiences.
- Demonstrate ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Empathy, patience and the ability to build trusting relationships with participants.
Desirable
- A desire for football and an understanding of its potential to inspire and connect people.
- Experience in working in the sports sector, education or community environment.
- Knowledge of employability and training pathways.
- Experience in delivering health and wellbeing prorgammes.
- Qualifications in teaching, education, youth work or a relevant field.
- Experience working in the charity, community or health sector
- Current Driving License