Job Description
Company Description
Catch22 exists to help build a society where everyone has a good place to live, good people around them, and a fulfilling purpose. We call these our ’3Ps’.
We achieve this in two ways. Firstly, we improve lives on the frontline through delivery of public services. Secondly, we use our knowledge to change ‘the system’, to fix the complex web that can trap and disempower those it was set up to help. With the heart of a charity and the mindset of a business, we are uniquely placed to deliver on this challenging agenda.
Found is a new service within Catch22, designed to support care-experienced young people (Founders) to build strong foundations for work and adult life through structured placements, coaching and employer partnership.
Job Description
As Programme Associate, you play a central role in helping the Found service run smoothly day to day.
You support coordination across the programme, helping organise activities, manage communications and maintain clear records. You work closely with the Programme Manager, coaching team and Employer Partnerships Lead to ensure the programme is organised, responsive and professional.
This role enables the delivery team to focus on supporting Founders while ensuring the operational aspects of the programme remain well coordinated.
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Programme Coordination
- Coordinate schedules, sessions and programme activities.
- Manage calendars and logistics for programme delivery.
- Support the organisation of induction sessions, workshops and programme events.
- Ensure programme materials and resources are prepared and available.
Communications
- Act as the first point of contact for programme enquiries.
- Coordinate communications with Founders regarding schedules, updates and programme activities.
- Maintain clear and timely communication with programme participants and partners.
Programme Records & Systems
- Maintain accurate programme records and documentation.
- Support attendance tracking and engagement records.
- Assist with maintaining organised programme systems and shared resources.
- Support preparation of programme reports and documentation where required.
Placement Coordination
- Support the Employer Partnerships Lead with placement logistics and scheduling.
- Coordinate meetings, introductions and communications related to placements.
- Ensure documentation and records relating to placements are organised.
Operational Support
- Support the Programme Manager in maintaining organised programme operations.
- Assist with coordinating internal meetings and reporting processes.
- Help ensure the programme operates efficiently and professionally.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
- Relevant qualification or equivalent professional experience in administration, project support or programme coordination.
KNOWLEDGE
- Understanding of programme coordination or administrative processes.
- Familiarity with digital tools used for scheduling, communication and record keeping.
EXPERIENCE
- Experience supporting programmes, projects or teams in a coordination or administrative capacity.
- Experience working in education, employability or social sector environments.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
- Attention to detail and strong record keeping.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
OTHER
- Shares Catch22 values.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Willingness to undertake training and professional development.
Additional Information
Interview date: Online interview taking place Friday 27 March 2026
Contract start date: Monday 06 April 2026
Salary: £32,000 per year pro rata (£21,621)
Hours of work: 25 hours per week
Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2026 - possible extension following successful pilot.
Location: Home or Hybrid at London office
See the benefits of working for Catch22 here.
Unless otherwise stated, interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advised.
At Catch22 we value equality, diversity and inclusion. We are wholeheartedly committed to the principle of equality of opportunity, both as an employer and as a provider of services. Diversity and Inclusion is part of what we do every day, working to deliver our vision to build a strong society where everyone has good people around them, a purpose, and a good place to live.
Catch22 is committed to rigorous safeguarding and safer recruitment practices; ensuring that every individual within the organisation has been safely and appropriately checked.
Please note, we will conduct an online search as part of our due dilligence checks for successful candidate(s). This will involve a search of all publicly available information online and in social media.
Catch22’s Commitment to Ban the Box
Catch22 is proud to have “Banned the Box”. This means that we do not ask for candidates to disclose criminal convictions at the application stage. Instead, we invite disclosures at interview stage, and encourage them at the offer stage. Please see our statement of commitment on hiring people with convictions for more information.
