About Us

People and values are at the heart of who we are and what we do as charity. Guided by our core values of Hope, Compassion, Belonging and Inclusion, we believe that everyone has a role to play in fulfilling our mission of 'Investing in the Next Generation'. 


By joining us, you too, could play an important part in helping us to make a positive difference in the lives of children, young people and families through our many projects and initiatives.


Our vision and impact has steadily grown and evolved. From modest, yet ambitious, beginnings in 2000, Valley CiDS has become a well-established and respected charity supporting children, young people and families. We believe that by ‘investing in the next generation’ we can make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people and their families.


An investment of time, energy and money sets in place strong foundations giving children the best possible chance in life.

Our Values

Our values of hope, compassion, belonging and inclusion embody our overall vision for the future and what we aspire to in all aspects of our work. More than just words, we believe our values are the essence of our organisational culture and are instrumental to the way we work and operate day in, day out.

We want to journey with people, providing opportunities that enable them to embrace new possibilities and realise a brighter future.

We are actioned to be person-centred and holistic in our support, treating others with kindness, empathy and respect.

We want people to experience a sense of community and meaningful connection, through which they feel supported, valued and included.

We recognise that everyone has the right to be seen, to be heard and to belong, and we commit to fostering a culture where diversity is celebrated.

Valley CiDs believes, that the successful delivery of its mission happens when people feel they belong and have a purpose, and where an inclusive community and family atmosphere is fostered.

Where We Work

Our projects are located across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire and we work in many different communities across both counties. Here is a glimpse at the communities we currently support.

Children and Families Work

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Youth and Community

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Education and Enterprise

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Community Projects


Lighthouse Charity Shops

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Benefits

We offer competitive salaries that are reviewed annually to ensure we attract and retain the best talent. We believe in recognising your valuable contributions and investing in our team.

We believe in the importance of rest and rejuvenation. That's why we offer an enhanced holiday scheme providing 25 days of annual leave per year, plus bank holidays. For our part-time team members, this allowance is prorated to ensure fairness and flexibility. Enjoy your time off, recharge, and come back ready to continue making a difference!

We're dedicated to helping you thrive. Through a dynamic blend of learning opportunities, we'll support your career and skills development, reflecting our commitment to investing in our greatest asset: you.

We care about your well-being, which is why we offer an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). This confidential service provides professional support and guidance for any personal or work-related challenges you might face, giving you a helping hand when you need it most

We understand that taking time to recover when you're unwell is essential. That's why we offer a Company Sick Pay scheme to support you during periods of ill health. The specific banding and duration of sick pay will vary depending on your role, ensuring fair and appropriate support across our team. More details on your specific entitlement will be provided upon joining.

We believe in making life a little easier and more rewarding for our team. That's why you'll enjoy 20% staff discount at all of our unique Lighthouse Charity shops, perfect for finding hidden gems. Plus, treat yourself to delicious food and drinks with 10% off at our welcoming Salt Pot Cafe. Beyond our doors, you'll also gain exclusive access to a wide range of online savings via our dedicated employee discount website, featuring fantastic deals on your favourite brands. These savings aren't just a benefit; they're our way of helping you experience more, with less financial stress.

Our Christmas Saver scheme makes saving for the holidays easy and stress-free. Put a little aside each month, and come December, you'll have a dedicated fund for a truly joyful Christmas, all without any admin fees!

Planning for your future is important. As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we offer a Company Pension scheme with auto-enrolment. This basic scheme helps you start saving for retirement, with contributions from both you and Valley CiDS, giving you peace of mind for the years to come.

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