As an organisation, our mission is to positively and sustainably impact the lives of young people. Here at Young Bristol, we apply that ethos to our small but dedicated team, many of whom have been part of a Young Bristol programme themselves.
Current vacancies
You can directly see the impact of your work and how it makes a difference to young people.
You will be a part of a family friendly, passionate and committed team of people from across our city.
We prioritise and support the long-term growth, development and ambitions of our staff team.
We strive to ensure that our staff team are listened to, heard, championed and supported.
Young Bristol is an Equal Opportunities employer. We are committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience.
We recognise that people with different backgrounds, skills, attitudes and experience bring fresh ideas and perceptions and we wish to encourage these differences to make our programmes more relevant and approachable, particularly so all young people feel represented within our organisation.
Our Head of Fundraising & Communications will play a vital role in helping young person discover what they’re capable of. You’ll lead on generating income for the charity and partnership work as well as helping us to ensure we can continue delivering high‑quality, community‑based youth services across Bristol.
Working closely with our Chief Executive, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees, you’ll shape and deliver our fundraising strategy, grow a diverse income portfolio and build long‑term relationships with funders, businesses and supporters. You’ll also guide our communications activity, helping us tell powerful stories that highlight the impact of our programmes.
With the charity approaching our 100-year anniversary in 2028, you will work to secure trust and foundation funding, develop corporate partnerships, steward major donors and support a small team.
Hours and shifts: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Alternatively, post an application to the address below:
Young Bristol
BS14 Youth Club
Stockwood Lane
Bristol
BS14 8SJ
Applications for our Head of Fundraising and Communications role will close on Wednesday 22nd April 2026 at 17:00
If you would like any further information about the YB Youth Club on Wheels - Driver, please contact 0117 929 2513
At the moment we do not have the resource to cater for work experience placements within the Young Bristol office. We do however recognise the value of work experience and would encourage anyone interested in youth work to get in touch directly so we can offer advice and information about further opportunities.
Please send your CV to info@youngbristol.com and a member of our team will be in touch.
We have many voluntary roles for you to choose from across our organisation, whether it’s helping at fundraising events, volunteering your time as a company, or supporting our Community Youth Clubs.
Your time and support will make a difference.
From youth clubs and outdoor activities to informal education and training opportunities, we offer a wide range of programmes for young people aged 8–25.
