Careers
Life at Better Connect
At Better Connect, we work with a network of incredible partners towards our vision of a Yorkshire where everyone can thrive in their life and work. We deliver transformational programmes to individuals and workplaces, and we use our resource and expertise to support organisations and their communities in Yorkshire.
Our unique team is made up of human beings who are passionate about making a difference in society. We care about each other and the partners we work with. We really do live by our values, and believe that the key to delivering inspiring provision is having robust and collaborative partnerships and relationships.
We are passionate about creating safe and inclusive environments for all. We want people to find genuine happiness at work and support staff to find what makes them thrive!
Culture
We are often told that the culture at Better Connect feels different.. and that may be because we are on a mission to make Better Connect one of the best companies to work for.
At Better Connect, we want all members of our team to feel supported, valued and ultimately happy at work. We want people to feel empowered to be themselves and feel safe enough to do that whilst at work. We value everyone’s voice equally and aim to ensure that Better Connect is a place that represents everyone who works there. Wherever possible we include our team in the decisions that impact them at work.
We are always looking for new ways to support our team and learn from each decision we make. We are committed to making Better Connect a positive place for all and ultimately to have the best time together as a team.
Working with us
We are committed to supporting team members who need us to do things differently – whether making reasonable adjustments or adapting our usual practice. We welcome anyone to apply for our vacancies, and encourage those with disabilities, neurodiversity, or any other accessibility needs to speak to us about how we can help them to shine in our recruitment process.
Through a variety or selection activities, and a human approach to induction, we seek to learn what individual team members needs are to ensure they can be their happiest and most productive at work.
Monthly Team Days
A way for us to get together as a whole organisation, have some fun and learn together. Our team days are often opportunities for us to collaborate and co-produce areas of work.
Flexible working policy
We know the value of a good work-life balance and have an effective policy to support this – including flexibility of start, finish and lunchtimes, hybrid working, and supportively considering formal flexible working requests.
Generous Holiday Allowance
All staff receive a minimum of 26 days holiday (pro rata), which increases the longer you work at Better Connect. Bank holidays are in addition to this, meaning all staff get at least 34 days off each year.
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to a comprehensive package of wellbeing support including counselling, 24/7 helpline and wellbeing portal that also includes information about family and relationships, legal and financial matters
Pension Scheme
After 3 months of service, all staff are automatically enrolled in our pension scheme with the People’s Pension. The People’s Pension offers a range of investment options, including an ethical fund.
Enhanced Parental Leave
We offer enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave for every member of the team welcoming a new addition to their family.
Interested in Working at Better Connect?
While not actively recruiting, we would like to further strengthen our Board in pursuit of our vision for an inclusive Yorkshire, and would love to hear from anyone who believes they could add value to our Board.
The appointment of a Director at Better Connect is for a three-year term, with the option in the future to renew for up to two subsequent terms of three years – if you have enjoyed working with us and wish to continue!
Our Operations Manager, Debs, supports all our recruitment, so please do reach out to her at dchaddock@betterconnect.org.uk.