SA661 - Lead Project Activator (EDI)
| Posting date: | 16 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.07 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 July 2025 |
| Location: | Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Sport Aberdeen |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | SA661 |
Summary
Sport Aberdeen is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Lead Project Activator (EDI) to join our dynamic Active Schools team. This pivotal role champions equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), working directly with children and young people from priority groups to unlock the life-changing benefits of sport and physical activity.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Delivering targeted support through 1:1 and small group sessions to increase engagement in sport and physical activity.
• Managing and mentoring staff within the Active Schools specialist programmes.
• Playing a key role in operational planning and delivery of our inclusive initiatives.
• Collaborating across teams to ensure sport is accessible, welcoming, and transformative for all.
What We’re Looking For:
• Proven experience working with young people, ideally from diverse or disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Strong knowledge of EDI principles in sport or education settings.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Passionate about empowering others and driving positive change through physical activity.
What You’ll Gain:
• The chance to lead meaningful projects that make a real difference.
• A collaborative work culture with purpose-driven colleagues.
• Opportunities for professional development in a forward-thinking organisation.
Job Code:
SA661
Post:
Lead Project Activator (EDI)
Location:
Active Schools, Aberdeen, Scotland.
Position available:
Full Time 37 hours per week
Duration:
Fixed Term with End Date 31st March 2026, Extension subject to funding.
Salary:
If you have any specific questions about the role, please contact Katrina Carr.
Closing date for Applications:
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 29th July 2025 at 12pm noon
Please see Sport Aberdeen website for more information.
What You’ll Be Doing:
• Delivering targeted support through 1:1 and small group sessions to increase engagement in sport and physical activity.
• Managing and mentoring staff within the Active Schools specialist programmes.
• Playing a key role in operational planning and delivery of our inclusive initiatives.
• Collaborating across teams to ensure sport is accessible, welcoming, and transformative for all.
What We’re Looking For:
• Proven experience working with young people, ideally from diverse or disadvantaged backgrounds.
• Strong knowledge of EDI principles in sport or education settings.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Passionate about empowering others and driving positive change through physical activity.
What You’ll Gain:
• The chance to lead meaningful projects that make a real difference.
• A collaborative work culture with purpose-driven colleagues.
• Opportunities for professional development in a forward-thinking organisation.
Job Code:
SA661
Post:
Lead Project Activator (EDI)
Location:
Active Schools, Aberdeen, Scotland.
Position available:
Full Time 37 hours per week
Duration:
Fixed Term with End Date 31st March 2026, Extension subject to funding.
Salary:
If you have any specific questions about the role, please contact Katrina Carr.
Closing date for Applications:
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 29th July 2025 at 12pm noon
Please see Sport Aberdeen website for more information.
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