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Freelance Workshop Facilitators

Reports to: Senior School Membership Coordinator

Location: National. We are particularly interested in individuals based in the following locations: London, Midlands, South West and Norfolk.

Salary and expenses: £200 day rate with reasonable travel expenses agreed in advance.

Schedule: Our workshops happen during the school day, usually taking place between 8am and 3pm (not including travel).

We are seeking Freelance Workshop Facilitators to support the delivery of our workshops in schools and colleges for the next autumn term (September to December 2026). We are looking for individuals with at least one year’s experience working with schools and young people, and who have an engaging facilitation style. Some experience of working with volunteers is preferred.

Key responsibilities:

You will be leading workshops for young people aged 11 – 18, enabling them to grow their confidence, knowledge and motivation. You will be responsible for:

  • Delivering impactful workshops using alumni (former students of the school or college) and other volunteers to help students understand the range of career options available to them.

  • Liaising with the hosting school via email and phone; ensuring that they have the support, materials and practical help that they need to make the most of each session.

  • Managing the volunteer experience by encouraging them to join activities within the school, preparing them in advance of their attendance and ensuring they feel supported on the day.

We’re looking for people who:

  • Have experience working with schools or in education-related settings

  • Have experience of working with young people and know how to best engage them

  • Have a flexible approach and willingness to travel to schools and colleges across the country to deliver workshops

Training and all materials will be provided. This is an excellent opportunity to join a mission-driven organisation and make a difference to young people’s lives.

To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@futurefirst.org.uk setting out why you feel you’re a great fit for this role and why you want to work for Future First. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.