Specialist Schools Co-ordinator (London) Location: Insight Platform – Bromley Road Working Hours: 37 hours (full-time) Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £28,690.00 - £37,126.37 Make a Difference in the Lives of Young People Are you passionate about supporting young people to make informed choices and lead healthier lives? Do you have experience working with young people in education, welfare, or drug and alcohol services? Waythrough is looking for a dedicated and experienced Specialist Schools Co-Ordinator to join our team at Bromley Road. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape and deliver an innovative approach to drug and alcohol education, supporting young people to understand the risks associated with substance use and build healthier relationships. Working collaboratively with local schools, you will help create engaging, informative, and age-appropriate sessions covering drugs, alcohol, and healthy relationships. You will also support teachers, parents, and other professionals by providing guidance, training, and practical resources to help them confidently address these important issues. At Waythrough, we take a bio-social approach, recognising the range of factors that influence a person's health and wellbeing. You will play a key role in bringing this approach to life, helping schools create safe, supportive environments where young people can thrive. About You We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, approachable, and committed to improving outcomes for young people. Ideally, you will have: Experience working as a drug and alcohol worker, school welfare officer, student support worker, or in a similar role. A good understanding of the challenges young people face in relation to drugs, alcohol, and substance use. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deliver engaging presentations, workshops, and training sessions. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people, schools, parents, and other professionals. An understanding of local support services and treatment pathways for drug and alcohol-related issues. Relevant qualifications in counselling, social work, education, or a related field would be an advantage. Above all, you will be passionate about helping young people make informed decisions, reducing the harms associated with substance use, and promoting positive health and wellbeing. Ready to Make a Difference? If you have the skills, experience, and passion to support young people and help build healthier communities, we would love to hear from you. Please note: The salary listed reflects the full earning potential for this role. Starting salaries depend on experience and progression within the band. About Waythrough Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England. Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers. Make a real difference in your community Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change. What We Offer We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package: 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays) Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5% Life assurance (3× annual salary) Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals £500 Recommend a Friend bonus Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year Inclusion and accessibility Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support. We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation. If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: [email protected] Closing Date: 2026-11-16 Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. In April 2026, Aquarius, our former subsidiary partner, merged with Waythrough. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support. We have 260 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around 130,000 people.

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