Job Vacancies

YMCA in Leeds is a vibrant place to work, offering opportunities for staff to grow and develop in supportive environments. Everyone who works for YMCA contributes hugely to improving the prospects for vulnerable young people and wider communities. 

If you're ready to explore your potential, feel pride in your work and can identify with our values, we want to hear from you.

Below are jobs currently available at YMCA Leeds. 

Gymnastics Coach - Level 2

YMCA are looking for experienced, enthusiastic and reliable individuals with previous gymnastics coaching experience from 4+ years up to competition level to join our coaching team.

Requirements: 
      • Minimum – Level 1 coaching qualification is essential (men's artistic, women's artistic, tumbling, general gymnastics)

• Desirable - Level 2 coaching qualification
• Desirable - Current DBS, first aid and safeguarding

All coaches must be DBS checked and undertake relevant Safeguarding training. First aid will also be essential for lead coaching roles.

Part time/Full time hours available - immediate start.

Competitive salary in the range of £21 – 24k.

For further information, or to apply, please contact: info@ymcaleeds.org.uk 

Netball Coach

YMCA are looking for experienced, motivated and reliable individuals with previous netball coaching experience 

Requirements: 
      • Minimum – Level 1 coaching qualification is essential 

• Desirable - Level 2 coaching qualification

All coaches must be DBS checked and undertake relevant Safeguarding training. First aid will also be essential for lead coaching roles.

For further information, or to apply, please contact: info@ymcaleeds.org.uk 

Assistant Football Coach

YMCA are looking for an assistant to support our football coach in delivering sessions on Mondays and Saturdays. 

No official qualifications in coaching are required for the role however, experience in Football Coaching/Assisting is essential. 

All coaches must be DBS checked and undertake relevant Safeguarding training. 

For further information, please contact: info@ymcaleeds.org.uk 

Experienced Cleaner

Position: Experienced Cleaner

Location: YMCA Leeds, Otley Road, LS16 6HE

Salary: £12.21 per hour

Hours: 15 hours per week

(Mon to Fri 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM)

Key Responsibilities:

• Cleaning and maintaining office spaces, function rooms, and communal areas
• Emptying and managing internal and external bins
• Using floor cleaning machines and other equipment safely and effectively
• Ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained at all times

Requirements:

• Previous professional cleaning experience (essential)
• Experience using floor cleaning machines (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and efficiently
• A strong attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness

If you are a dedicated and experienced cleaner looking for a stable role in a friendly and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.

PLease contact info@ymcaleeds.org.uk with your CV to apply.

Position: Level 2 Football Coach

Location: YMCA Leeds, Otley Road, LS16 6HE

Salary: £15 per hour

Hours: Part-time - Saturdays 4.5 hours plus holiday camps and potential for further development during the week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, structured training sessions aligned with FA guidelines
• Support the development of players across a range of age groups and abilities
• Build a positive, inclusive and professional coaching environment
• Work closely with other staff members in the organisation to meet over-arching goals and deliver a holistic service

The Ideal Candidate:

• FA Level 2 certificate in Coaching Football
• Valid enhanced DBS - or willing to obtain
• Current First Aid and Safeguarding certificates - or willing to obtain
• Experience coaching in Football
• Strong communication and leadership skills

Are you passionate about developing players and making a real impact on the pitch? We are looking for a level 2 coach to join our supportive team environment to delivery high quality football coaching sessions. 

Contact info@ymcaleeds.org.uk with your CV to apply

The 2024/25 season was highly successful for our Club. It ended with notable team and individual successes in the hard-fought Winter league and the Leeds Closed Championship,  contested by many of the highest ranked players in Leeds and its surrounding areas.  

These players’ achievements are the result of years of hard work and focussed training.

Congratulations to all those who won honours but thanks also, to everyone who took part and represented our club with distinction.

 Leeds Winter League honours

Division 1 champions: YMCA Team A (Shahriar Masoudi (captain); Filip Wojtkowiak; Deo Jones; Mark Bleakley; Josh Bramley; Tim Simpson; James Hobson; David Jackson)

Division 2 champions: YMCA Team B (Daniel Nicholson (captain); Carl O’Connor; Mohammed Reza Rajabi; Bob Bond; Tony Howgate)

Winner of division 1 individual averages: Shahriar Masoudi

Winner of division 2 individual averages: Carl O’Connor

Winner of the Jacques Shield (Division 1 cup): YMCA Team A (team members as above)

Runners-up for the Martin Grayson Cup: YMCA Team E (Steve Bannister (captain); Joe Matthews; Graham Turner; Richard Harris; Andrew Cowling; Steve Bellwood)

Leeds Closed Championship honours

Veterans 40 + winner: Shahriar Masoudi

Veterans 40+ runner-up: Filip Wojtkowiak

Veterans 55+ winner: Deo Jones

Open doubles winners: Shahriar Masoudi and Filip Wojtkowiak

Handicap doubles winners: Joe Matthews and Wuxiaofei Dyson

Watch this space for news of the presentation evening, when trophies will be awarded to all the winners.

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If you’re interested in joining our winning club, please contact Graham Burns at Secretary.YMCA.Lawnswood@outlook.com