YMCA Key College

YMCA Key College Study with YMCA Key College and gain qualifications, learn real-life skills and take part in work experience opportunities.

YMCA Key College supports students aged 16–18 (Up to 24 with an EHCP).

🌟 WE’RE HIRING! 🌟There are some exciting opportunities to join the team at YMCA Stepping Stones Nursery!We’re currently ...
30/09/2026

🌟 WE’RE HIRING! 🌟

There are some exciting opportunities to join the team at YMCA Stepping Stones Nursery!

We’re currently recruiting for:
• Independent Advisor
• Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
• Tale of Two Cities Project Co-Ordinator
• Nursery Cook

If you’re passionate about making a positive difference for children, families and our community, we’d love to hear from you.
Come and be part of a friendly, supportive team where your work really matters. 💜
👉 Find out more and apply: https://buff.ly/I4v2QHv

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📣 We’re hiring at YMCA Key College!We have two fantastic opportunities to join our team and help young people build skil...
29/09/2026

📣 We’re hiring at YMCA Key College!

We have two fantastic opportunities to join our team and help young people build skills, confidence and brighter futures.

🎓 Lead Tutor – Practical Skills
£28,701.40 per year | 35 hours per week
More than a teaching role – you’ll lead programmes, support colleagues, shape our provision and make a lasting difference to young people’s lives.

💙 Learner Support Assistant
£14,080.68 per year | 21 hours per week
A brilliant opportunity to work directly with our learners, providing the encouragement and practical support they need to thrive.

⏰ One of these opportunities closes TOMORROW, so don’t miss your chance to apply!

👉 Find out more and apply: https://ymcaderbyshire.org.uk/get-involved/work-for-ymca-derbyshire/
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🚨 CLOSING TOMORROW! 🚨We’re looking for a Sessional Early Years Activity Leader to join our fantastic YMCA Y-Kidz team!Wo...
29/09/2026

🚨 CLOSING TOMORROW! 🚨

We’re looking for a Sessional Early Years Activity Leader to join our fantastic YMCA Y-Kidz team!

Working across local primary schools in and around Derby, you’ll help create fun, engaging and positive experiences for children in our care.
⭐ £13.45 per hour
⭐ Sessional hours
⭐ Based across Derby and surrounding areas
If you love working with children and want a rewarding role where you can make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.
⏰ Applications close tomorrow – Wednesday 30th September!

👉 Find out more and apply: https://shorturl.at/3ZCt7
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We’re growing out team! Applications are now open for two new marketing people to join our small, ambitious marketing an...
21/09/2026

We’re growing out team!
Applications are now open for two new marketing people to join our small, ambitious marketing and fundraising team, working across a wonderfully varied mix of services, events and audiences. This includes Key College, Stepping Stones Nursery, Y-Kidz, Fundraising, Housing and Community areas of YMCA Derbyshire’s work.

Marketing and Digital Officer
For someone who loves turning marketing challenges into campaigns that get results! Combining campaign planning, websites, digital marketing, design and audience insight to reach people and help our services and fundraising grow.

Design & Content Officer
For a creative person with an instinct for finding the stories that matter! Turning real stories into powerful content through social media, design, photography and video – building connection, showcasing our impact and inspiring people to take action.

Both roles are full-time (part-time hours considered). Based in Derby, you'll work across all YMCA Derbyshire locations with flexibility for up to 2 days per week home working. Find out more and apply on our website https://ymcaderbyshire.org.uk/get-involved/work-for-ymca-derbyshire/

Could you donate to our Harvest Festival Campaign 2026?As the autumn season approaches, YMCA Derbyshire are launching ou...
09/09/2026

Could you donate to our Harvest Festival Campaign 2026?

As the autumn season approaches, YMCA Derbyshire are launching our annual Harvest Festival campaign 2026, and we warmly invite you to be part of this vital effort to support local individuals and families facing food insecurity.

- https://ymcaderbyshire.org.uk/ymca-harvest-festival/

📢 Website UpdateOur YMCA Key College website is currently temporarily unavailable due to a technical issue.We’re working...
08/09/2026

📢 Website Update

Our YMCA Key College website is currently temporarily unavailable due to a technical issue.

We’re working to get everything back up and running as soon as possible.

In the meantime, if you’re interested in our courses, want to apply or need to speak to the Key College team, you can still get in touch with us:

📧 [email protected]
📞 01332 854 646

Thank you for your patience and understanding. We’ll let you know when the website is back online.

Apply now for a full time study programme at YMCA Key College. At YMCA Key College, we offer a range of practical vocat...
28/08/2026

Apply now for a full time study programme at YMCA Key College.

At YMCA Key College, we offer a range of practical vocational courses in a supportive environment where learners are encouraged to build confidence, develop new skills and prepare for their future.

Our courses take place at campuses in Derby and Ilkeston.

👶 Caring for Children
🍽️ Hospitality & Catering
🩺 Health & Social Care
⚽ Sports, Fitness & Health
🌿 Practical Work Skills
🤝 Supported Futures
💼 Supported Internships and Pre-Supported Internships

Unlock your future with YMCA Key College - https://keycollege.co.uk/courses/

What an amazing turn out of students and their families last night at our Key College celebration event! Just like Key C...
27/08/2026

What an amazing turn out of students and their families last night at our Key College celebration event! Just like Key College itself, the evening was relaxed, welcoming and full of conversation. There was no boring speeches or sitting quietly, just enjoying each others stories and some delicious pizza.

It was so lovely to be able to give certificates to our young people and talk with their families about their success in different subjects including Childcare, Sports, Practical Work Skills and GCSEs. We are extremely proud of every learner who completed their courses this year. In GCSEs, we performed above the national average for post-16 education providers and had our best year ever for the number of pass grades in English and Maths.

We’re hearing that Key College has been a positive turning point for so many, supporting those who struggled with anxiety, bullying or disengagement at school or larger colleges. It’s our small classes, one-to-one attention and welcoming atmosphere that have helped them build confidence, gain qualifications and raise their aspirations.

Congratulations to all our learners from Derby, Ilkeston and beyond. Your hard work, determination and growth this year has been inspiring and we can't wait to see what you achieve next.

🌟 Please vote for our project to win! 🌟 Health & Wellbeing Project of the YearOur two Community Meal projects demonstrat...
22/08/2026

🌟 Please vote for our project to win! 🌟

Health & Wellbeing Project of the Year

Our two Community Meal projects demonstrate the power of food to bring people together and strengthen relationships across generations.

At YMCA Key College, catering students plan, prepare and serve community meals, gaining valuable hospitality skills while also building confidence, teamwork and leadership.

Local businesses support our free monthly Campus Community Meal, creating opportunities for conversation, connection and belonging.

COULD YOU HELP? We have 4 finalists in the YMCA Youth Matters Awards 2026! The winners are decided by public vote, which closes on 24 August. You can read more about each nominee, or go directly to a quick vote!

Voting Link - https://ymca.org.uk/finalists/

Got your GCSE results...what now?YMCA Key College can help you find your next step. 💜Our vocational courses are designed...
20/08/2026

Got your GCSE results...what now?

YMCA Key College can help you find your next step. 💜

Our vocational courses are designed to help young people build practical skills, confidence and experience for work and adult life.

📍 Study in Derby or Ilkeston
👋 Aged 16–18?
📚 Find a course that works for you.

Your next chapter starts here - https://keycollege.co.uk/courses/

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