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CPAG is looking for a welfare rights expert to manage our Early Warning System.

With a new government in place this is a great time to join the Advice and Rights Team at CPAG as we look to influence policy makers and parliamentarians and support the advice sector in delivering a fair and comprehensive social security system in the UK.

The Early Warning System (EWS) collates evidence of long-term concerns and developing issues within the benefit system, from the advice sector and beyond. EWS evidence is used to develop and promotes improvements to the benefits system with our colleagues in the Policy Team, as part of our work to end child poverty.

The EWS officer will actively promote the EWS, encouraging contributions from advisers and claimants. The EWS officer will record and analyse case studies as well as the issues which arise on our advice services, to provide insight on the impact of changes to the benefits system and evidence for our campaigning and research work.

You will play a key role in responding to calls for evidence and consultations, and liaison with the DWP and other policy makers. You will work closely with the advice sector through publications, briefings and events such as seminars and conferences, to increase advisers’ awareness of the concerns highlighted by the EWS and to promote solutions to support claimants.

 We welcome applications from individuals with the skills and experience outlined and we can be flexible about working arrangements. We operate a hybrid working system and would be happy to discuss any flexibilities required. CPAG is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion which you can read more about in the job pack.

For more information about this post and to apply download the EWS Officer job pack and application form from our website.

If you have questions or need specific arrangements or reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process please contact us at the email address listed in the application pack.

Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 9 September 2024.

Interviews will be held online during the week commencing Monday 16 September 2024.

Beyond Equality is a UK not-for-profit organisation that works with men and boys to promote gender equality, inclusive communities, and healthier relationships. Founded by students from Oxford University, it focuses on gender equality, healthier relationships, and more positive masculinities.

We have worked across schools, universities, workplaces and with professional sports teams and have collectively reached over 100,000 boys and men. We combine expert facilitation with best practices from psychology, anthropology, philosophy, management and economics to deliver pragmatic, evidence-based training and workshops.

By starting vital conversations within schools about the state of gender inequality and masculinities, we hope to help boys become aware of the issues, but crucially, to make them part of the solution. Beyond Equality offers expert training and development for teachers, school staff, and parents and workshops for pupils. We work with all types of schools, at both primary and secondary, including mixed gender schools, all boys, state, grammar, independent and sixth forms.

We create an open, welcoming and interactive environment where students can ask questions, get the chance to reflect and learn about the ideas and attitudes of their peers.

Lead Facilitator (Trainer) Duties and Responsibilities

Workshop Delivery

Once trained, Lead Facilitators will deliver workshops to school students on the topics of:

• Rethinking Masculinities
• Healthy Relationships
• Mental Health and Emotional Literacy
• Stereotypes, Discrimination and Objectification
• Consent

Workshop Administration

• Standard feedback and other basic administration tasks are required after every workshop.

Person Specification

Our Lead Facilitators can think creatively about how to reach people through facilitation and can create spaces for people to navigate difficult conversations. 

Values

• Demonstrated commitment to compassion.
• Commitment to anti-oppression work, including anti-racism and gender justice work.

Skills

• Strong facilitation skills with groups of young people, and the ability to create courageous spaces for individual and group reflections.
• Capable of guiding young people through new and challenging ideas in creative and engaging ways.

Knowledge

• Understand the importance of putting adequate time into preparing for a workshop in advance and who can think on their feet.
• Knowledge of gendered socialisation & stereotypes, social norms & group dynamics, and power dynamics (particularly systems of privilege/oppression, including race and class oppression).
• Awareness of the challenges surrounding masculinity in today's society.

Experience

• Experience in facilitating group learning at a professional level (including youth work in community organisations).
• Experience of working with young people.
• Training or experience in these areas: Youth Work, Coaching or Mentoring, Allyship, Healthy Relationships, Mental well-being training, Gender/Masculinities Workshops or Safeguarding.
• Experience working in anti-oppression, sexual violence prevention, masculinities or mental wellbeing.

Geographic Location

• We are currently recruiting for Lead Facilitators based in London. Pupil workshops will be delivered within the London region. Future opportunities may also be available to deliver workshops at other locations within the UK.

Development

Onboarding/Training

• All onboarding is paid.
• All Lead Facilitators are required to attend an training course (dates TBC).
• All Lead Facilitators will be trained & observed to deliver relevant workshops.
• You will begin by co-facilitating with a more experienced facilitator.

Workshop delivery 

• Beyond Equality prides itself on a culture of reflection, iterative improvement and learning 
• Lead facilitators will have access to the Beyond Equality ongoing learning and training, including monthly events, resources and learning platforms.

Equal Opportunities 

Beyond Equality strives to be an inclusive employer. We want to provide a working environment, and a recruitment and hiring process, that is welcoming, accessible and supportive for everybody - including and especially those who are marginalised in society. With this in mind, we’ve worked to create an application and recruitment process that is as straightforward and transparent as possible. We welcome applicants with non-traditional educational backgrounds, and only ask for degree-level qualifications where this is absolutely necessary for a role. We appreciate the value of varied experience and fresh perspectives - if you are not sure whether you are qualified or experienced enough for a role, but you think you meet the person specification, we encourage you to apply anyway. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour, LGBTQ+ people, women, new or expectant parents/carers and disabled people. 

We aim to share most interview questions and tasks five working days in advance of the interview to give applicants time to prepare, with extra time available for disabled applicants upon request. You are able to submit longer answers by voice note emailed to the contact address, please note this on the form. If there is anything else we can do to make the application and/or interview process more accessible for you, we want to hear about it, and will do our best to meet your requirements - please reach out via the contact email address in the job pack for the role you are applying for and tell us what you need.

We are a diverse organisation and we appreciate the value of lived experience. When our team members want to draw on their own lived experience to inform aspects of their work, we do our best to support them - but we’ll never expect or require you to draw on your own experiences if you don’t want to, or to do extra work on the basis of any aspect of your identity. 

Volunteer It Yourself (VIY), is a UK-wide not-for-profit organisation which combines youth skills/employment, volunteering and construction.  We are seeking a new Programme Manager in the West Midlands for an initial 12-month contract. Focus for the role will be leading a regional team on programme delivery, stakeholder management, growing partnerships and identifying/developing new business opportunities.

Key responsibilities:

Project management and delivery

• Work with colleagues and relevant partners to identify and scope a pipeline of strong, impactful projects which will contribute to the KPIs of multiple programmes, align to our strategic objectives and strengthen impact in the region

• Develop appropriate project plans and budgets, with support from VIY’s Regional Lead Mentor team and Project Manager

• Lead the initial set-up and delivery of individual VIY projects on-the-ground, including the engagement of venues and ensuring a strategic approach to the overall venue and youth outcomes of the project

• Work with VIY’s Mentors and Project Management team to ensure a high standard of safety is maintained across these projects

• Oversee and manage project/programme budgets

• Manage any escalated safeguarding issues

Business development and partnership working

• Manage client/funders, reporting on progress and nurturing positive relationships

• Identify new and develop existing national/regional relationships including with the third sector, youth sector, appropriate educational institutions (those who work with young people who are NEET/at risk of NEET), sport sector, construction industry, local authorities, trade sector organisations and other key stakeholders

• Help generate income through new partnerships/funded contracts to support delivery of projects in the region

• Establish strong relationships with key partners such as Travis Perkins, Dulux and Toolstation to enable sourcing of materials and tools for the projects, as well as opening up routes into volunteering opportunities 

• Support to identify, establish and grow relationships with new and existing youth partners to drive young people’s engagement and progressions, ensuring clear and accessible referral routes into VIY projects and beyond, post-project

Leadership/line-management

• Line-manage and support the regional project team to deliver VIY projects, providing appropriate operational support as required and supporting with the escalation of any issues

• Work closely with VIY’s Head of Programmes, to ensure the regional portfolio of projects are collectively on track to deliver the Programmes KPIs

Terms and conditions 

Salary:  £38,000-£42,000 per annum depending on experience
Hours:    Full time. Hours are 9am-5.30pm Monday to Friday. 
 Occasional evening and weekends may be necessary
Leave:  25 days per annum (plus bank holidays), increasing 1 day per year of       employment up to a maximum of 28 days

Contract:  12 month FTC, potential to become permanent

For full details including the skills and experience required for the role, please see the attached job description.

Are you a creative and dynamic professional with a talent for fundraising and event planning? UK Muslim Film is looking for an enthusiastic and strategic Fundraising and Events Manager to lead impactful initiatives and organise events for industry and beyond. If you’re ready to inspire and make a difference, we want you on our team!

We're looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to play a key role in the exciting transformation of St Catherine's Church Gorseinon into a Mission Hub at the heart of the community. Your role will be to work closely with the Mission Hub Leader and Project Architect to deliver the maior redevelopment planned for the church and church hall in Gorseinon.

As well as sharing our excitement and vision for this project, you'll need a good head for figures and a close attention to detail as you'll be overseeing the budgets and finances for the project, as well as overseeing all operational and administrative tasks.

• 35 hours per week.
• £30,000 - £37,000 p.a. depending on experience.
• Defined Contribution Pension Scheme with a 8% employer's contribution.
• Fixed term contract for 2 years in the first instance.
• Based in Gorseinon, Swansea with the possibility of some hybrid working.

Job purpose

To provide financial and operational expertise and oversight for the Mission Hub Church of St Catherine in Gorseinon. To work closely with the Mission Hub Leader to ensure the successful delivery of the major redevelopment planned for the church and church hall in Gorseinon. The Finance and Operations Manager will oversee the budgets and finances for the project, ensuring that the cashflow is carefully managed, as well as overseeing all operational and administrative tasks. This enables the Mission Hub Leader to focus on church growth, pastoral care, and delivering this exciting new vision for the community of Gorseinon.

Key responsibilities

1. Oversee the finances and budgets of the Mission Hub Church, working closely with the Mission Hub Church Leader and Volunteer Treasurer.

2. Maintain operational oversight of the redevelopment programme, liaising closely with the architect and main contractor.

3. Oversee administration and operations for the Mission Hub Church.

4. Support and equip the team of volunteers who play a key role in the operational function of the Mission Hub Church.

5. Assume overall responsibility for the building and maintenance.

6. Oversee and develop the Mission Hub Church’s IT systems and infrastructure.

Key working relationships with

• The Mission Hub Church Leader

• The Project Architect

• Contractors and suppliers

• The Mission Hub Church Volunteer Team

• Local community leaders and representatives

Oversee the finances and budgets of the Mission Hub Church, working closely with the Mission Hub Church Leader and Volunteer Treasurer.

• Develop a strategic financial plan that ensures the financial sustainability of the Mission Hub Church, including identifying new sources of income and informing a future focus on stewardship and fundraising.

• Retain day to day oversight of the Mission Hub Church finances and budgets, working with the Mission Hub Leader and Volunteer Treasurer.

• Produce accurate and timely financial reports and forecasts for the project as required.

• Liaise closely with the Project Architect to ensure that the project is being managed within budget and to the agreed project deadlines.

• Manage the bank accounts, utilities, insurance and other contracts as required, ensuring best value for money.

• Ensure all annual accounts and financial reports are prepared for submission to the relevant parties.

Maintain operational oversight of the redevelopment programme, liaising closely with the architect and main contractor.

• Maintain a detailed project plan for the redevelopment of the Mission Hub Church, liaising closely with the Mission Hub Leader, Project Architect and Main Contractor. Convene regular project meetings to review progress and identify any areas of concern.

• Oversee the day to day operations of the Mission Hub Church and its buildings, retaining overall responsibility for Financial Management, Project Management, Health and Safety, Risk Management, IT
  and GDPR.

• Collect and collate data and process information to provide regular reporting on the Mission Hub Church’s activity.

• Lead the process of developing and implementing strong operating procedures, good governance and effective systems for the Mission Hub Church.

Oversee administration and operations for the Mission Hub Church.

• Oversee the smooth running of services and events.

• Ensure effective processes are in place for communicating with the

  Mission Hub Church family and wider audiences, across Gorseinon and beyond.

• Prepare applications for grants and funding, identifying suitable funding providers.

• Ensure that all administrative systems are operating efficiently and cost

  effectively to meet the needs of the Mission Hub Church.

Support and equip the team of volunteers who play a key role in the operational function of the Mission Hub Church.

• Work closely and supportively with the Volunteer Treasurer to ensure robust and compliant management of the Mission Hub Church’s cash flow, finances and budgets.

• Provide informed support to volunteers in all areas of administration and operations.

• Help the Mission Hub Leader to develop and deliver an engaging training strategy for staff and volunteers.

• Model best practice in all aspects of volunteer management.

• Ensure that all contracts, handbooks and policies are kept up to do date and are compliant with safeguarding, charity and employment law and regulations.

Assume overall responsibility for the building and maintenance.

• Project manage the redevelopment programme in the Mission Hub Church, liaising with external contractors and suppliers as required.

• Retain overall responsibility for the maintenance of the building and its grounds, ensuring high standards are maintained at all times.

• Oversee facilities management, insurance, health and safety and risk management.

Oversee and develop the Mission Hub Church’s IT systems and infrastructure.

• Manage and develop the Mission Hub Church’s IT systems and inf rastructure.

• Oversee the implementation and use of the Membership App in the Mission Hub Church, ensuring that its potential is maximised.

• Ensure that IT systems and equipment are well maintained, secure and fit for purpose.

• Act as the Data Controller for the Mission Hub Church and ensure full compliance with GDPR regulations and requirements.

There is a genuine occupational requirement that the holder of this post is a committed Christian. Equality Act (2010) Part 1 applies. This Job Description is not a statement of all the duties applicable to the post holder, variations to the duties outlined above will occur to meet the needs of the post. Any variations will be commensurate with the grade and character of the post.

Director of Development

Salary: £60,000 per annum

Length of Contract: Permanent, full time

Start date: ASAP 

Direct reports: Development Managers (x3), Alumni and Careers Manager

Location: Remote with some UK travel

About In2scienceUK

Our mission is to support young people from low income and disadvantaged backgrounds to achieve their potential and progress to science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) degrees and careers to become the innovators and pioneers of the future. 

This role is an exciting opportunity for a passionate, experienced and creative professional to build on our success and to drive forward our ambitious strategy. 

Role summary

The Director of Development role at In2scienceUK is at the forefront of developing and funding our ambitious plans. In this role you will creatively engage with external stakeholders to convert them into passionate and loyal supporters. You will develop key new strands of work for the organisation that will transform our work and the lives of young people in years to come. You will be a driving force behind our strategy and lead a fantastic team who are dedicated to empowering young people.

You will have a clear understanding of how to develop a robust and sector-leading fundraising portfolio. You will be excited about motivating a talented team around your innovative ideas.

Role profile

As Director of Development you will grow our fundraising capacity in key areas aligning with our organisational strategy as well as supporting the development of our alumni community.

Your specific duties will include:

Strategy and team development

• Own the development and delivery of appropriate strategic aims and driving progress across the organisation.

• Build on and develop fundraising focus areas for the team that can grow into major income streams. Recruit experts in these areas to drive the work forward.

• Own multiple distinct and mature programmes of work with autonomy of decision-making and budget management. 

• Work with your team to develop creative fundraising and marketing strategies to shape how we leverage the support of existing donors and drive new business. Link this strategy with the overall organisational strategy to ensure that we are working towards the same goal.

• Set a collaborative and collegiate team culture with clear objectives and milestones for each fundraising focus.

• Understand and comply with charity fundraising law.

Delivery

• Meet fundraising targets agreed annually with the CEO and Trustees. Escalate financial risks early and often with the CEO. 

• Build a multi-year fundraising pipeline that is aligned to the five-year strategy. 

• Lead on key partner stewardship, with support from the CEO and Trustees where appropriate.

• Represent In2scienceUK externally at key events.

• Track, analyse and report upon the team’s performance using agreed measures.

Networking

• Proactively builds strong networks with relevant organisations and individuals that can drive the work of the organisation forward.

• Play an active role in the senior management team with a particular focus on linking fundraising activities with the rest of the organisation.

• Play an active role in the wider In2scienceUK team, and across the organisation as a whole, upholding In2scienceUK’s values and behaviours and fostering good working relationships and enhanced communications with colleagues.

• Deputise for the CEO where appropriate.

Innovation

• Develop the existing In2careers programme into an ambitious, internationally recognised portfolio of work.

• Scale opportunities for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds (including alumni of our other programmes) to successfully gain their first job in a STEM field.

• Align the In2careers work to national and international skill gaps recognised by experts. Use this intelligence to strategise the next areas of engagement.

• Develop a programme of engagement to support alumni of In2scienceUK’s programmes that complements the employability work.

Governance

• Develop a fundraising ethics and gifts acceptance policy and act as the steward of this policy and any aligned processes reporting to the CEO and Trustees.

• Lead the establishment and development of the Industry Advisory Group with support from the CEO.

• Co-lead on the staff connection with the Board of Trustees’ growth sub-group alongside the Head of Programmes.

• Lead on fundraising, income and regular finance update discussions with the Board.

• Engage with recruitment of new Trustees where appropriate.

As duties and responsibilities change, the job description will be reviewed and amended in consultation with the post holder. The postholder will carry out any other duties as are within

the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager.

Person specification

Essential: 

• Varied experience of income-generation, especially developing new business and approaching cold prospects

• Experience of starting and scaling innovative programmes

• Experience of developing a team with skills that are beyond your expertise

• Experience of giving presentations, pitches and a proven ability to close deals

• Experience writing successful proposals for a range of donors, including trusts and foundations

• Understanding of the strategy development process and a creative approach to future planning

• Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) and the ability to build and develop effective relationships with partners at all levels

• Experience of line management and a well thought-out approach to team development

• Excellent IT skills to enable the production of appealing and professional Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents

Desirable:

• Experience of working in a growing organisation

• Knowledge of issues around diversity in STEM, access to education and social mobility

We are looking for a person with a can do attitude, a willingness to learn on the job and be a team player. If you feel you meet this requirement but are missing some of the above attributes please do still apply. 

For more information on the work we do please visit our website.

Hours:​ 14 hpw / 0.4 full-time equivalent

Start Date: November 2024

Contract Type: Fixed term until mid-June 2025

Work Location: Hybrid - home and hospital-based at Great Ormond Street Hospital, London, WC1​

About Citizens Advice Camden

Citizens Advice Camden is a well-respected local charity with 85 years’ experience of delivering free, independent and impartial information, advice and casework services which meet the changing needs of local residents. Our aims are to provide the independent, impartial, confidential and free advice people need for the problems they face and to improve the policies and practices that affect people’s lives.​

We target our services at the most vulnerable in our community with our client profile closely matching local indices of deprivation. We identify trends to ensure our services remain agile and able to respond to changing and emerging advice needs.​

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a well-regarded and innovative project contributing to achieving positive outcomes for some of the most vulnerable families in England and beyond whose sick children are being treated at Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital (GOSH.) We also provide an ‘open door’ service to our GOSH partners such as social workers and family support officers in our areas of expertise.​

You will be expected to deliver high quality holistic advice and in-depth casework to families with children who are patients at GOSH across all Citizens Advice issue areas and this will include complex housing issues and with benefits cases up to appeal level.​

Whilst we are keen to provide paid to train opportunities where we can, this role is not suitable for a trainee and such applications cannot be considered. Please check the person specification below to ensure you meet the requirements for the role before applying​

Being available onsite is an important aspect of this role and so this role is ​hybrid working.  The exact split between remote/onsite working will be by agreement with the line manager and to meet the needs of the project which could change over time. This role is not suitable for remote working only.​

Note It is essential for this role that you meet the requirements ofGOSH honorary staff status and as such you must adhere to all GOSH policies, values and training requirements and pass an enhanced DBS check.​

How to Apply

To apply please click on th apply button to be redirected to our vacancy page.

Closing date for applications: 9.00am Monday 2 September 2024

Interview date: 9-10 September 2024

Interviews will be held on Zoom.

We’re looking for confident and influential people who want to be at the heart of their local community looking for an opportunity to have control of creative merchandising within managing a Shelter shop. Do you have experience of managing a team whilst also empowering and motivating individuals? If so, then this could be the role for you at our Harrogate shop.

About Shelter

Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.

We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.

We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement in all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.

About you

You will need to be an active team player and be able to demonstrate how you’ve managed and motivated a team previously beyond expectations and experience of providing excellent customer service in a face-to-face role.

Have a good knowledge of recruiting and developing a diverse team and how you have supported and motivated teams to progress and how you would bring these skills into this position.

You will need to have good communication skills to engage with the local community to seek out new opportunities to increase the shops contribution to help further Shelter’s cause. You will develop your own and your teams’ interests in merchandising the shop attracting customers and continually develop yours and your team’s knowledge of Shelter, who we are and what we do.

Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered

Shelter helps over half a million people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

Safeguarding is everyone’s business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

At Shelter, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. We also encourage applications from people, who have been homeless or have been at risk of homelessness. We are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them. In addition to this, we encourage an approach to involving people with personal insight of housing issues and homelessness in our recruitment processes.

Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

About us

World Jewish Relief provides life-saving and life-changing action to people in crisis around the world. We work with our trusted local partners to help people survive the consequences of conflict and disaster, to thrive and rebuild their lives. We deliver programmes using our expertise, with urgency to achieve maximum and sustainable impact for those within and beyond our community.

About you

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and organised Trust Fundraiser with outstanding written communication skills to join our friendly, hard-working, and ambitious Major Giving Team.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing relationships, reporting, and application cycles for Trusts and Foundations
• Leading on our prospect research programme to identify new funding sources
• Working closely with colleagues in the programme team to identify projects suitable for prospective funders.
• Using our database of potential donors, write quality and compelling proposals to attract new and significant sources of funding.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, meeting notes and project restrictions on World Jewish Relief’s database (Raiser’s Edge).

You should have:

• Proven track record of fundraising within a trusts, statutory, or a grants role, or other relationship management/business development positions
• Experience of researching and developing proposals for funders, clients, or other stakeholders
• Experience of building both narrative and financial reports for funders, clients, or other stakeholders
• Highly developed writing skills – the ability to write compelling and accessible proposals, reports and appeals

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays. After 2 years’ service holiday entitlement increases to 25 days.
• Pension scheme – we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
• Life Insurance – up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
• Health Cash Plan – cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
• Season ticket / travel to work loan.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• On Friday the office closes at 3pm.
• We encourage flexible working and offer a range of flexible working options

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

World Jewish Relief promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We invite and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates of different ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation and of faith or none that meet the criteria set out for this role. You don’t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must share our desire to assist those who need help based on their vulnerability, not their identity, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.

To apply

As part of your application, we ask you to demonstrate your suitability for the role by answering the following questions in your cover letter:

• Why does this role appeal to you?
• Referring to the Job Specification, what skills do you have that will enable you to excel in this role?

About Us

Inspire is a charity based in East London. We inspire children and young people across London and beyond, using data to understand the barriers they face and connecting them with a range of employers and opportunities to open doors to their success.

At Inspire, we believe that all children and young people should have access to the opportunities and inspiration they need to achieve their potential. We have over 30 years of experience in delivering high quality services and programmes to children, young people, schools, local authorities and employers. Working alongside our large network of employer volunteers, our programmes inspire and support children and young people to create a positive future for themselves in their journey from the classroom to workplace.  We provide them with independent careers guidance, high aspirations and strong employability skills.

The Opportunity

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a confident and enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills to join our Work Related Learning Team as a Programme Officer.

This is a term-time role working 39 weeks of the year.

The Programme Officer role is very varied and will enable you to use your creativity to support creation and delivery of workshops as well as utilising your organisation skills to ensure everything is well organised and runs without a hitch. You will gain skills and experience in working with children and young people, leading workshops, training corporate volunteers and project management.

Our Work Related Learning team has an excellent reputation in working with schools, partners, employers and volunteers to develop and deliver workshops and programmes which educate children and young people on the world of work and the opportunities available to them once they complete their education.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Providing support and coordination to the Work Related Learning Team working on a range of programmes and workshops.
• Recruitment and liaison with volunteers for participation in events.
• Preparation of resources, planning and briefing materials.
• Attending and coordinating events delivered in schools and other external venues.
• Liaising with schools, businesses, volunteers and other stakeholders.
• Collating evaluations and report writing.
• Admin support.

If you have the skills and desire to join our team, please see our job description for more details.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter.

Interview arrangements

The interview selection process will include a skills based test and further details will be provided to applicants who are invited for interview.

Closing date

This position is available immediately and interviews will be held on a rolling basis. We will review applications as we receive them and aim to appoint as soon as we meet the right person.  We reserve the right to close the application process early if we find a suitable candidate.

Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants.

Inspire is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.  The  successful candidate will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Children's Support Workers

Location - Homebased with travel required across West Midlands, Walsall, Birmingham, West Bromwich, Dudley, Cannock and Rugley.

Hours - Zero hours, including weekdays, evenings, weekends and during school holidays.

Salary - £12.77 per hour plus 15% holiday pay

We are the UK’s largest specialist charity provider of fostering. Our core work involves providing high quality and well supported fostering families for children and young people in the care of local authorities. 

As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. TACT invests all surplus income into staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to establish expert in-house support services such as our TACT Health and Education Services and create TACT Connect, our ground-breaking scheme for care experienced young people and adults.  New staff and workers will join us as we  embark on a journey to become a wholly trauma-informed organisation with the aim of increasing our effectiveness and improving outcomes for the children and young people in our care.

As a Zero Hours worker with TACT, you will be a part of our amazing team of professionals working with our organisational values at the heart of their everyday practice. You can review our values here.

The ideal candidate will already have substantial experience in working with children and young people. A good understanding of child development and managing challenging behaviours will be essential. Within this role the individual would be expected to participate in planning yearly events for children and young people and coordinate final year awards for children, day trips and undertake individual 1 to 1 direct work with children,  be creative in engaging with children and young people and willing to travel around the West Midlands County and beyond to support carers to maintain foster home stability. Wiliness to stay away from home on occasions to support foster and birth children to attend residential and other activities.  

The TACT Children's Support Worker role requires flexibility regarding hours and days of work - this is not a full time time role. The hours are occasional, inconsistent and irregular depending on the needs of the foster children and foster families. This includes evenings, weekends, bank holidays and during school holidays. 

TACT's Children's Support Workers provide essential service as part of the team, working in close partnership with parents, carers, children, young people, local authorities and their social workers. Child Support Workers are a big part of the organised activities of our families and the role provides post holders with varied and rewarding duties.  The nature of the role means our Child Support Workers have the maximum opportunity for flexible working - allowing you to undertake meaningful work scheduled around your own personal circumstances. 

Please see the Job Description and Information Pack for more details.

An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role, which TACT will undertake on your behalf. 

Closing: Midnight Sunday 8th September 2024
Interviews: Wednesday 18th September 2024 (via Microsoft teams)

Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believe that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work.  As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children.  We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people.  All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.

TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

TACT reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.

Do you have experience of successfully securing grant funding? Could you help us find the funding we need to support our vital work? This is a new role with potential for increased hours in the future.

We are looking for someone who can put passion on paper in a way that shows funders why we are a cause worth supporting. This exciting new post holder will be working closely with the Director of the charity to develop this key role in supporting the growth of the charities income in order to continue the excellent work for which they are known. The role will follow a hybrid model with the expectation of at least one day a month in the Burton-on-Trent based centre. 

As the Fundraising Grant and Bid Writer, you will be responsible for developing applications and implementing fundraising strategies to meet our goals. If successful, it is envisaged the post holder will continue beyond the initial 12-month contract, identifying and cultivating relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and grant-making organisations, and building strong partnerships that align with the organisation's values and mission.

Key Responsibilities:

·         To develop and implement fundraising plans and strategies to meet fundraising targets.

· To carry out appropriate and detailed research and identify grants and funding that meet the needs of the charity.

· To clearly articulate the needs and impact that the income from trusts and grants will achieve and write successful bids.

· To tailor applications, addressing grant making priorities and / or requirements as specified by individual trusts, foundations or grant making bodies.

· To ensure all bids are managed, monitored, and evaluated to ensure maximum return and compliance with relevant fundraising regulations and guidelines.

· To monitor and report on fundraising progress, identifying areas for improvement.

· To diversify Eagle’s Nest funding streams, including developing in-kind funding streams that complement our work

· To identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, sponsors, and grant-making organisations.

As a result of the regular time onsite, this role meets the requirements for full safer recruitment processes, including an enhanced DBS check.

Location : Based in Chingford (but with travel to other boroughs for pick-ups, you may also be required to visit our sites in South Yorkshire for training and development as needed)

Hours : Full time (9am-5pm mon-fri)

Salary : £27,600 per annum

Contract Term : Permanent

Start Date : September 2024

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people?  We are looking for a supportive and nurturing person to join our London team.  This is a fantastic opportunity to join an award winning nationally recognized organization that strives to make education accessible for learners who have struggled to cope in mainstream.

Some of the perks of working at The Really NEET Project

• 10 weeks paid holiday per year (during school holidays)
• Vitality Health package (with no employee excess to pay on claims)
• Royal London Pension Scheme
• 45p per mile for any work related journeys
• Minimal teaching hrs with small group sizes compared to mainstream education settings
• Dedicated time allocated for planning time, innovation and creativity

Who will I be changing the lives of?

All of our learners have an Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and as a result all have some level of additional need.  Some of the most common areas of need that we see are Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH), Autism (ASC), ADHD although we work with learners with a much broader range of needs. 

We currently have projects in Rotherham, Barnsley, London and The Midlands.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for the delivery of a pre agreed curriculum for your learners using pre planned sessions for FS Maths & English, Art, Change Workshops & Careers sessions.  Whilst there are teaching resources available it is a requirement of this role that you will tailor the curriculum to the interests and aspirations of the learner that you are working with in order to increase participation and engagement.
• To develop high quality teaching materials and schemes of learning that keep students engaged using creativity, differentiation and extension tasks
• To meet the needs of pupils with Special Educational Needs and in collaboration with the SEND Lead  to prepare, implement, monitor and review Individual Educational Packages and EHCP targets.
• To provide a high-quality student experience that enables students to succeed beyond their expectations
• Promote Inclusion best practice and contribute to the aims and ethos of the college
• Working with students from Pre-Entry to Level 2
• Responsible for comprehensive marking and written and verbal feedback for learners
• Working in conjunction with the Outstanding and Good criteria for OFSTED
• To participate in weekly group engagement activities such as bowling, nature walks, climbing, graffiti workshops etc to ensure you build a strong rapport with all students.

If you want to work somewhere that values both its staff and its learners, then Really NEET would welcome your application.

For more information on this role and our organization please visit our website.

What to expect from the recruitment process –

1. Application form submitted and reviewed by the panel
2. Shortlisted candidates invited to a first stage interview
3. Candidates who are successful at the first stage interview will be invited for a second stage assessment which may consist of an in tray task, scenario presentation or microteach along with time with the learners and a tour of the workplace.
4. Candidate selection – the panel will review any applications and a selection decision made
5. Recruitment Manager will make contact with applicants to let them know the outcome of their interviews
6. All applications must be submitted by 23rd August 2024 with interviews being held on WC 2nd September 2024. All candidates should be notified of the outcome within 5 days. (subject to change)

Please note that we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our learners and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. Successful applicants will need to undertake a DBS Enhanced Clearance check (Disclosure and Barring Service) and complete a Self Disclosure.

TLC: Talk, Listen, Change is looking for Mental Health Practitioners to become an integral part of the Greater Manchester Crisis Care Pathway.

Safe Zones is a service for any young person aged under 18 within the Greater Manchester area who is at risk of experiencing a crisis in their mental wellbeing.

TLC’s Safe Zones for Stockport will work in partnership, to form a holistic voluntary sector step down approach to the crisis care pathway.

Young People accessing Safe Zones can benefit from needs led, bespoke support packages delivered through individual sessions and group work.

This role works within a wider partnership that provides a range of interventions to children and young people, families, and the wider community.

The Role

You will support children and young people (CYP) whose mental health is significantly impacting the way they are feeling and living their lives. 

As part of a wider step-down crisis service, you will explore to understand the presenting needs of children and young people, using your knowledge of therapeutic interventions to provide effective emotional wellbeing support.

By providing care and crisis support for young people and their families you will provide risk assessments /assessment of need, solution focused interventions combining de-escalation, safety planning, de-stress management, resilience building, and integrated emotional wellbeing and mental health support

About you

Are you passionate around working with young people in a mental health setting?

We’re looking for someone who can confidently deliver a range of short-term interventions to children and young people that require timely mental health support.

You’ve ideally worked directly with this client group in a therapeutic setting and have experience of managing crisis interventions and safeguarding issues.

We believe in empowering our team members to bring their best to this role. That’s why we offer flexible working hours around core business times.

We also provide an annual Professional Development allowance, a generous annual leave package, and even time off for your birthday, Health & Wellbeing Day, and EDI-focused Volunteering Day.

So, if you’re ready to make a real impact and shape the future of our young people, we’d love to hear from you.

About us

TLC: Talk, Listen, Change is a relationships charity that has been providing support to individuals, couples, families, and communities in the North of England for over 40 years. The charity focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing through the cultivation of safe, healthy, and happy relationships. Originally serving Greater Manchester, the organisation has expanded its reach to help people all over England. TLC offer a range of services tailored to meet the diverse relationship challenges faced by the community. Our commitment to evolving our services ensures we continue to meet the growing needs of those we serve.

TLC values safe, healthy, and happy relationships both within the workplace and beyond, emphasising a culture that is safe, authentic, and person-centred, reflecting our commitment to valuing staff as much as the people we support. The organisation takes pride in being progressive and inclusive. TLC have made specific commitments to staff well-being and inclusivity, such as the Age-Friendly Employer Pledge, supporting Afro-hairstyles through the Halo Code, and endorsing the White Ribbon campaign to end men’s violence against women. These initiatives support work to build an equitable and respectful work environment.

We believe in fostering a work environment that supports flexibility and productivity. We understand that everyone has unique needs and responsibilities, and we are committed to accommodating flexible working arrangements to help our team members perform at their best. Whether you need to adjust your hours, work remotely, or explore other flexible options, we are open to discussing and accommodating your requests. Join us and experience a workplace that values your individual work style and well-being.

We aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest pool, reflecting the diverse range of people we support.  

We want to make our recruitment processes accessible to everyone. As standard practice we provide interview questions prior to the interview so we can concentrate on getting to know you. If there is any way that we can support you to be the best you can be, please contact us. 

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.