Help Change Young Lives
At Upturn, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of the challenges they have faced. Our newly launched Alternative Provision service provides engaging, inspiring and trauma-informed learning experiences for young people who may be disengaged from mainstream education or require additional support to achieve their full potential.
We are building a team of passionate, experienced and committed professionals who want to use their skills to make a genuine difference. If you believe in the power of positive relationships, creativity and practical learning to transform lives, we'd love to hear from you.
Support young people to develop practical construction skills, teamwork, resilience and confidence through engaging, hands-on projects that create positive pathways into future education and employment.
Inspire creativity through digital design and illustration, providing young people with a safe space to express themselves, build confidence and develop valuable creative skills.
Use urban and street art to encourage self-expression, creativity and community engagement while helping young people develop confidence, identity and a sense of belonging.
Help young people build confidence, communication skills and emotional resilience through drama, acting and performance in a supportive and trauma-informed environment.
Develop creative thinking and digital design skills while helping young people discover their talents, improve self-confidence and explore future career opportunities.
Deliver engaging literacy, numeracy and communication sessions that help young people develop the essential skills needed for everyday life, education and employment.
Use music to inspire creativity, improve wellbeing and develop confidence through performance, songwriting, production or instrumental tuition.
Introduce young people to DJing, mixing and music production while developing technical skills, creativity and confidence within an engaging learning environment.
Help young people find their voice through podcasting, broadcasting and digital storytelling, developing communication skills and self-confidence.
Support young people to explore their creativity through a wide range of artistic techniques, encouraging self-expression, emotional wellbeing and personal achievement.
Use sport to build confidence, resilience, teamwork and healthy lifestyles while promoting positive relationships and emotional wellbeing.
Deliver practical and engaging STEM activities that inspire curiosity, critical thinking and ambition while making learning enjoyable and accessible.
Create calm, creative and therapeutic learning experiences that encourage patience, confidence, creativity and personal achievement.
Support young people to develop empathy, responsibility and confidence through meaningful experiences involving animal care and welfare.
Additional Specialist Subjects. We're always keen to hear from talented professionals with experience in other vocational, creative or practical subjects. If you have a skill, trade or profession that could inspire and engage vulnerable young people, we'd love to hear from you.
We're seeking individuals who:
Whether you're an experienced teacher, tutor, youth worker, practitioner, artist, tradesperson or industry professional, your experience could help shape a young person's future.
If you're passionate about making a difference and would like to become part of Upturn's Alternative Provision team, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV together with a covering letter outlining your experience, specialist skills and why you'd like to work with Upturn.
Send your applicationAdam Jenkins
Head of Alternative Provision
Email: adam.jenkins@upturn.org.uk
Telephone: 0161 652 9000
We're committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to safer recruitment procedures, including enhanced DBS checks, references and relevant pre-employment screening.
At Upturn, we believe that everyone has something valuable to offer. Every year, our volunteers help us create opportunities, build stronger communities and support people of all ages to achieve their potential. Whether you can give a few hours each month or become more actively involved, your time, knowledge and experience can make a lasting difference to someone's life.
Why volunteer with Upturn? Our volunteers come from all walks of life. Some are retired professionals looking to give something back, while others are business leaders, skilled practitioners, students or members of the local community who want to share their knowledge and experience. Whatever your background, you'll become part of a welcoming, supportive team committed to creating positive social impact.
If you have a skill or experience that could benefit our communities, we'd love to hear from you.
Previous volunteering experience isn't essential — just enthusiasm, commitment and a genuine desire to make a difference.
We believe volunteering should be accessible to everyone. Reasonable travel and subsistence expenses will be reimbursed in line with Upturn's Volunteer Expenses Policy, ensuring that no one is out of pocket for giving their time to support our work.
If you'd like to volunteer with Upturn, we'd love to hear from you. Please send a short email telling us a little about yourself, your interests, availability and how you'd like to get involved.
Get in touchEmail: info@upturn.org.uk
Telephone: 0161 633 4252
Address: Upturn Enterprise Ltd, The HIVE, Upper Mall, Spindles Town Square Shopping Centre, Oldham, OL1 1XE
Together, we can create opportunities, strengthen communities and change lives.