Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

Developing and leading education provision predominantly for children missing from education. Providing a high degree of wrap around care to all our learners which includes designated safeguarding lead. In addition Line Management and direction of staff, budgeting, working collaboratively with stakeholders including the local authority.

No day is the same!
It may involve home visits to meet new learners, delivery of engagement sessions, leading team building games, meeting volunteers, planning a fundraising event, organising staff training, taking part in a staff social event after work (for example caving or canoeing) and even helping maintain our building.

There are also frequent meetings with beneficiaries such as the local authority.

As we are a charity I am also involved in the day to day operation of the charity.

The variety. No two days are the same. I get involved in all aspects of the charity. I also work in a multi agency environment to help support our learners meeting excellent and passionate practitioners from social care, CAHMS, the local authority and other charities.

Juggling finance with what we want to do for the young people is always a huge challenge - hence a lot of effort on fundraising. Some of the adults involved with some beneficiaries lives can present real frustrating challenges! The current political and economic landscape adds to the mix of challenges.

Previously I was a teacher in a mainstream school. This was an opportunity to work with young people and communities who have been marginalised in a completely new environment. A new challenge!

Patience, humour, conversation, negotiation, persuasion..... People skills / interpersonal skills are vital in this line of work. Face recognition skills are an advantage when out in the community! Basic budgeting.

I am a qualified teacher.

Regular training updates plus association with a network of similar organisations.

Graduated 1992.
PGCE 1994.
1994 - 2000 Various work with young people in schools, with the Princes Trust and 2 years working as a teacher in a secure unit.
2000-2010 taught in a Sheffield School.
2010 onward worked in current Role.
Completed an MEd in 2006.

Continuing to develop the education provision at Endeavour.
Develop education leadership ability through through further training and development. Expand our provision to benefit more young people in more regions.

Go for it!

You don't have to be a qualified teacher to work in the alternative sector for organisations like Endeavour. Working with young people can be very rewarding (as well as frustrating!). Different organisations and institutions can be very different - you may need to find an institution / establishment that suits you and not give up if the first place you experience is not you.

Consider doing some volunteering in the sector - we welcome volunteers at Endeavour.

Oh - and be patient.

I am happy to take enquiries.

Endeavour is happy to take volunteers who would like to gain experience of this sector.