Job Title: Dadzclub Coordinator
Hours: 30 - 37.5 hours per week (includes Saturday mornings and occasional evenings)
Starting Salary: £19,656 - £24,570 per annum
Location: Southampton
Responsible to: Senior Coordinator
To Apply: Send CV and Cover Letter
This role is open to male applicants only, as permitted under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010, due to the nature of the role and the needs of the individuals it supports
About Dadzclub
Dadzclub is a vibrant community of dads and male caregivers coming together to connect, have fun, and support one another. Through our weekly meetups and creative weekend sessions, we offer space for dads to bond with their children and share the highs and lows of fatherhood.
But we re more than just a playgroup. Dadzclub actively works with partners to improve access to services, raise awareness of health and parenting issues affecting men, and champion gender equity and allyship.
We believe dads matter, and this role is your chance to help show exactly why.
About the Role
Dadzclub is seeking a dedicated, creative, and tenacious individual to take on the role of Dadzclub Coordinator in Southampton. This exciting and rewarding position will play a key role in supporting fathers and male caregivers in the local community, providing group activities, one-to-one support, and promoting the important role of dads in their children s lives.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver a weekly Walk 'n' Talk group for dads
* Provide one-to-one support meetings and offer a triage service to assess individual needs, sign posting dads towards further support
* Facilitate a monthly games night
* Supervise the delivery of Dadzclub Stay & Play sessions across three Saturday morning locations
* Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers supporting the programme
* Represent Dadzclub at local events, networks, and professional forums
* Act as the main liaison for local professionals and services (e.g. Family Hubs)
* Collaborate with the wider Dadzclub and Parenting Network team
* Attend relevant training and development courses
* Maintain accurate records, tracking engagement, progress, and outcomes
* Manage a small budget, tracking spend via a mobile app
* Provide additional support as required by the Senior Coordinator
* Carry out any other reasonable duties in line with the role
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will:
* Be tenacious, creative, and confident working independently
* Communicate naturally and effectively with both adults and children
* Be comfortable engaging with families and professionals in varied settings
* Be a father, or have equivalent lived/professional experience supporting dads and families
* Be confident in planning and delivering fun, inclusive activities
* Act as a positive role model and advocate for dads
* Thrive in a small, passionate team environment
* Have a strong connection to and understanding of the Southampton community
* Be skilled in developing professional partnerships and relationships
* Uphold the highest standards in safeguarding, health and safety, data protection, and confidentiality
* Be available for Saturday mornings and occasional evening work
Essential Requirements
* This role is open to male applicants only, as permitted under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010, due to the nature of the role and the needs of the individuals it supports
* Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check
Note
This job description provides an overview of the role and its responsibilities but is not exhaustive. Duties may evolve to reflect the changing needs of the organisation and community.