Work for us
Working for the Jack Petchey Foundation isn’t quite the same as just ‘having a job’.
The Jack Petchey Foundation is a youth-focused grant maker located near Canary Wharf in the heart of London’s Docklands. Young people are at the centre of everything we do, and our values underpin our day-to-day work. The work we do really does make a difference in young people’s lives across London and Essex.
We have a dedicated, friendly workforce and enjoy a light, modern office with a spacious garden, fully equipped kitchen and table football and table tennis facilities!
We are committed to ensuring our staff have a good work-life balance and offer all our employees a comprehensive package of benefits, including a pension scheme, life insurance, childcare vouchers, private healthcare insurance with reduced cost gym membership and a cycle-to-work scheme.
Current Vacancies
Trustee: Youth Sector Expertise
We are seeking an additional Trustee with significant youth sector experience and, ideally, safeguarding expertise to strengthen the Board’s capability in these key areas.
The Jack Petchey Foundation Board currently comprises of nine Trustees, who meet four times a year. The Board’s role is to provide strategic leadership, oversight and support to the Foundation and its senior leadership team, ensuring that JPF remains focused on delivering positive outcomes for young people.
To apply for the role please download the application pack and send a CV and a covering letter to Carys at cbevan@jackpetchey.org.uk by midnight on 22nd November 2026.
Partnerships Officer
We are looking for a Partnerships Officer to join our team, to oversee a portfolio of the Foundation’s partnership grants and support the delivery of our annual Internship Programme.
We’re seeking an efficient, highly organised person with strong programme and project management skills, excellent communication and relationship management skills. Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for supporting young people and creating positive opportunities for them.
To apply for the role please download the recruitment pack and return the application form to recruitment@jackpetchey.org.uk by 9am on Thursday 12th November 2026.