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Equity, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do at 42nd Street and it is essential that our workforce represents the populations of young people we support. With this in mind, we particularly welcome applications from people who identify as being from communities of need, identity and with lived experience.
Current Posts
Job Post Summary
Date posted: 3rd September 2026
Pay: £15 per hour
Job Description
Here at 42nd Street, we are a values-led charity committed to improving the emotional wellbeing and mental health of young people. We work in anti-oppressive, trauma-informed and inclusive ways, ensuring our services are accessible to young people who experience marginalisation and exclusion.
We are excited to be working with a Peer Digital Consultant and Creator as an independent contractor to support our creative work with young people and develop engaging digital and print content.
Working with our Marketing and Communications and Creative teams, and directly with young people, this role will help create a range of written, graphic, video and website content that shares our creative mental health work and celebrates the voices, ideas and creative work of young people.
The role will also support The Horsfall and our annual The Future is Ours festival, helping to showcase young people's creative work through exhibitions, events and digital content.
This freelance opportunity is funded through a programme designed to support the development of emerging digital creatives, with a particular focus on opportunities for young people aged 18–29.
The Role
The Peer Digital Consultant and Creator will be responsible for:
- Creating written, graphic, video and website content for 42nd Street and The Horsfall
- Supporting the development and promotion of digital and print marketing materials
- Working alongside young people and creative mental health practitioners to share young people's creative work
- Creating digital zines, booklets, newsletters, guides, posters and other creative resources
- Supporting website content and updates
- Supporting, documenting and sharing creative events and opportunities
- Helping to maintain 42nd Street's brand identity and tone of voice
- Contributing ideas for new and creative ways to share our work and engage audiences
- Supporting the evaluation and feedback of creative activities and events
- Liaising with print and media outlets where appropriate
Apply if you can offer:
- Experience designing, creating and sharing content for social media and websites
- Digital and technical skills in creating graphics, video and website content
- Experience using design software such as Adobe and Canva
- Experience with video editing and website Content Management Systems
- Strong communication, organisation and time-management skills
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively
- An understanding of, and empathy for, the experiences of young people accessing support
- A commitment to equality, diversity and creating accessible and welcoming spaces for young people
- An interest in creative practice, mental health and wellbeing, arts and culture
Experience working with charities, young people or in creative and digital environments would be advantageous.
Please provide examples of your graphics, video or website work with your application and be prepared to talk through your portfolio at interview.
We Offer:
- A creative opportunity to develop your digital practice
- Experience working within a values-led mental health charity
- The opportunity to work directly with young people and support their creative expression
- Opportunities to contribute to The Horsfall and The Future is Ours festival
- Flexible and creative working opportunities, including possible home-based work
- Opportunities to develop your digital portfolio and professional experience
How to Apply
We look forward to receiving your application. To ensure we offer an equal recruitment experience for all, we do not accept C.V. applications.
Please read the full job description and person specification and submit your application in line with the instructions provided.
To apply for this role, please complete the following forms:
- Job Application Form – Click here to download
- Equality & Diversity (EDI) Monitoring Form – Click here to download
Please send your completed application and EDI Monitoring Form to:recruitment@42ndstreet.org.uk.
If you have access needs or require additional support to make an application, please let us know and we will discuss how best to support you.
Applications open: 3rd September 2026
Applications close: 21st October 2026 by 4.00 pm
Interview dates: Week commencing 5th November 2026
For more information or to discuss this opportunity in more detail, please contact sarah.jones@42ndstreet.org.uk.
We are excited that you are considering a placement with 42nd Street. Below is our timeline and what you can expect throughout the recruitment process.
Recruitment Timeline
Application Window: April – September 2026
Applications for placements will be accepted during this period only.
Shortlisting Period: October 2026
Our panel will review all submitted applications in October. Due to the high volume of interest, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Interviews: October 2026
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview with members of our clinical and support teams. Interview details, including format and accessibility information, will be provided in advance.
How to Apply
We look forward to receiving your application. To ensure an equal and fair recruitment process for all candidates, we do not accept CVs. Please complete the official application form provided below.
Download the Application Form here
Once completed, please email your application form to:
recruitment@42ndstreet.org.uk
Additional Information
- Accessibility: If you require the application form in an alternative format, or need adjustments during any part of the process, please contact us at recruitment@42ndstreet.org.uk.
- Response Times: All applicants will be notified of the outcome following the shortlisting and interview stages.
- Data Protection: Your information will be processed in line with our privacy policy.
All posts
We cannot accept CV's or any applications submitted after the closing date and time.
Unfortunately, interviews dates cannot be changed. Please ensure you are available if shortlisted. Interviews are primarily face to face at our Ancoats base, however we can accommodate video-conference interviews where required.
We reserve the right to close the application process at any stage should we receive a high volume of applications. You are advised to submit your application as soon as possible. Applications that do not meet the person spec points will not be shortlisted.
There is potential for contracts to be extended beyond fixed term, subject to funding / service needs.
If you have access needs that require additional support to make an application, please let us know and we can discuss best how to support you during the application process.
How To Apply
We look forward to receiving your application. To ensure we offer an equal recruitment experience for all, we do not accept C.V. applications. Please use the application process as directed provided on our website.
To apply please send your application to recruitment@42ndstreet.org.uk.
Please return the Application Form and Equality & Diversity Form. These forms will be separated upon receipt and the Equality & Diversity Form will not be seen by the recruitment panel.
If you require adjustments or have access needs, please include details at application stage so we are able to make arrangements. All disabled candidates will be interviewed. Please tell us this at application stage. Please download and read our policy and guidance documents.
If you require any documents in an alternative format, you can contact us: recruitment@42ndstreet.org.uk. Please note, we do not accept CVs.
- Application Form (all posts)
- Equality and Diversity Candidate Form
- Cover Letter
- 42nd Street Recruitment Privacy Notice 2021
- Terms and Conditions
- Guidance on completing your application
Our Employee Benefits Package
- 42nd Street is a Real Living Wage employer
- Most roles offer hybrid working in a way that fits the needs of the service
- 27 days’ annual leave and 8 bank holidays per year (pro rata), rising to 30 days’ annual leave after 5 years’ service
- Pensions Scheme - 3% employer contributions
- Bike To Work scheme
- Childcare vouchers
- Annual personal training budget on successful completion of your probationary period
- Internal training calendar with modules identified by staff
- Opportunities to access ‘train the trainer’ training to develop your skills to become a 42nd Street training facilitator
- 4 paid team wellbeing afternoons off per year to use as you wish
- Leadership Development Framework – 42nd Street is committed to growing talent from within
- External supervision dependent on role
- Identity based support groups and socials
42nd Street is a Disability Confident employer
