Purpose of the role

UK Youth is seeking an exceptional, strategic fundraiser to lead a landmark Capital Appeal that will shape the future of Avon Tyrrell – our flagship Outdoor Learning Centre, in the heart of the New Forest in Hampshire.

You will lead the charge to raise £3.5 million to build a cutting-edge Experiential Learning and Sports Centre – a transformative new facility that will bridge a vital gap in our offer. While the historic Grade I-listed Avon Tyrrell Manor House provides inspiring accommodation, it lacks the dedicated communal space needed for dynamic group learning, inclusive physical activity, and evening programmes. This new centre will change that – creating a flexible, fully-accessible space where young people can grow in confidence, develop essential socio-emotional and life skills, and improve their physical and mental wellbeing.

And the impact will reach far beyond our site. The centre will be a valuable resource for the local community, offering schools (many of which lack suitable indoor facilities) and grassroots groups access to a space where young people can learn, move, and thrive.

By enhancing our accessibility, sustainability and year-round offer, this transformative development will enable Avon Tyrrell to continue supporting over 25,000 young people each year – now and for generations to come.

“I am enough” – these words, shared by a young person engaged in our UK Youth Adventures Away from Home programme, run at Avon Tyrrell, capture the heart of what we do. As the leader of this Appeal, you will help create more moments like this, empowering young people to build their skills and confidence through outdoor learning.

To succeed, you will inspire and mobilise a wide network of supporters – major donors, Trusts, corporate partners and strategic stakeholders – who share our belief that every young person deserves the opportunity to unlock their full potential through connection with nature, challenge, and community.

About UK Youth

UK Youth is a leading national charity committed to ensuring all young people are equipped to thrive. We advocate for – and unlock – increased investment into high quality youth work and we deliver life changing opportunities for young people through youth work programmes with a focus on employability, outdoor learning, mental health and youth social action.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy and Leadership
• Fundraising and Income Generation
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Campaign, Delivery and Stewardship
• Embedding Values

What we can offer you

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:

• Flexible/Agile Working
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
• Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity
• Other training available in support of your personal and professional development
• Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)
• Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary
• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally
• 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.
• IT equipment provided for the duration of contract
• CycleScheme and TechScheme

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.

Closing date: 25th June 2025 at 11:59pm (midnight)

Interview Dates: 2nd & 3rd July 2025

As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference