Business And Supporter Relations Coordinator Jobs

A Bit about Us:
WellChild, based in the centre of Cheltenham, is the national charity for seriously ill children and their families. We fund
programmes and services to make it possible for children and young people living with serious illness to be cared for at
home instead of hospital.

What we are looking for:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and well organised Family Engagement Coordinator to work within our Family Team. This
role will be working directly with charity beneficiaries - parents and carers of children with serious and complex health
needs. This is a diverse and interesting role that is central to the development and expansion of our WellChild Family
Tree service.

Purpose of the role:
The Family Engagement Coordinator is vital to the success of the WellChild Family Tree Network. This is a growing network
that exists to connect families across the UK caring for a child with serious and complex medical needs with each other
and with WellChild. Through its online Facebook forum, and programme of activities, events and communications, it
provides members with the opportunity to make friends, make memories and get support.

Working within the Family Team and as part of the wider Programmes team this role will report to the Family Programme
Manager and is central to the development and expansion of the WellChild Family Tree. Key to this role is taking ownership
of and delivering a well-defined WellChild Family Tree membership experience that attracts and engages families from
across the UK and includes the provision of high-quality content and regular communications.

For the full details of the role, further contact details for more information and the JD/PS please see the enclosed documents.

Whilst the closing date for applications is 9am 8th October 24 we will be reviewing applications as they come in so may close the role earlier than advertised if we recieve sufficient applications.

We look forward to receiving your application!

The Hepatitis C Trust has developed projects nationally whereby peers use their lived experience of injecting drug use and hepatitis C, to provide education and training to service users and staff in drug and alcohol, hostel and homeless services, increasing hepatitis C awareness, access to testing and referral to treatment, for people living with hepatitis C.  

Do you have experience of working in drug services and with volunteers? Have you been affected by hepatitis C or have you supported anyone who has hepatitis C? We are looking for a passionate and skilled peer lead who has excellent communication and organisational skills. We require a good standard of education and welcome creativity and innovation in all our work.   

Working under the guidance of the Peer Programme Manager, this post will continue the development of the project, recruiting and coordinating peers across Cardiff and The Vale of Glamorgan. Working in partnership with hepatitis C clinical teams, drug and alcohol services and homeless service providers, the post will coordinate delivery of awareness raising workshops, hepatitis C testing with a focus on local prisons and community criminal justice settings, ensure that service users are referred and supported through hepatitis C treatment and care.  

Events and Community Fundraising Coordinator
£25,643 per year (London Living Wage)
Permanent, Full time 37.5 hours per week
Hybrid working with regular travel to our London Bridge Office

What the job involves

We’re looking for an Events and Community Fundraising Coordinator to join our Events and Community Team. A high performing team who are driven to maximise opportunities, we aim to reach ambitious targets and provide an excellent supporter experience.

Our team raises funds through a range of activities including:

· our own events (e.g. March for Men)

· virtual products (e.g. The Month Series)

· third party events (e.g. London Marathon)

· Golf Days

· helping community fundraisers who organise their own activity

You’ll be our first point of contact for our fundraisers. You'll provide admin and support through telephone, email, and social media channels. You’ll build and manage relationships with existing and new supporters. From registration to the end of their supporter journey you'll help motivate during challenges, offer fundraising advice and ensure thanks at the end of a first-class experience. Whilst each Coordinator has a primary area of responsibility across different types of events, you’ll also work across teams to support where needed during busy periods of activity.

This role works with data through maintaining our Raiser’s Edge database. You'll also update records on JustGiving and Facebook Fundraising. This requires accuracy and working under the requirements of GDPR.

You’ll also work with our Communications teams. This supports the planning and delivery of our activity. You'll help engage with our digital adverts and identify compelling supporter stories. This helps to raise the profile of our fundraising products, as well as prostate cancer and Prostate Cancer UK.

What we want from you
You’ll have the drive and determination to provide crucial support to our sector-leading programme of events which generated over £10.3m of gross income in 2022-23. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their fundraising career to grow, develop and gain valuable skills and experience in a fundraising role within a progressive and innovative organisation. You’ll be part of a passionate and high energy team fighting to stop prostate cancer from being a killer.

You’ll make a positive and valuable contribution to the success of the Events and Community Fundraising team through excellent communication skills and being proactive in supporting our event participants. You’ll have a strong eye for detail, customer-centric mindset and will be able to prioritise a busy workload to ensure we are able to consistently deliver excellent supporter care. You’ll be self-motivated, well organised and have a ‘can-do’ approach to the role.

Why work with us?
Every man needs to know about the most common cancer in men – prostate cancer. It’s a real and present danger that takes over 12,000 of our dads, grandads, brothers and friends each year.

Prostate Cancer UK is the largest men’s health charity in the UK. We have a simple ambition – to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. We invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. We’re blazing a trail to a screening programme that could save thousands of lives with regular, accurate tests for all men at risk. And we work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease.

Work with us and you’ll see your efforts pay off as we give men and their families the power to navigate prostate cancer.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
At Prostate Cancer UK, we believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to building a strong and innovative workplace, that represents, and can advocate for, the communities we support. We stand against discrimination and prejudice, and we champion tolerance, fairness and equality in everything we do. This makes us stronger and helps us reach more people. We’re all here for the same reason: to give every man the power to navigate prostate cancer.

We're committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men who are at double risk. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men's risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer.

Therefore, we’re particularly interested in applications from those from marginalised and vulnerable communities. This will help us create an environment of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, where personal qualities are as important as professional experience, and our people feel seen and heard.

Ways of working
Our hybrid working approach combines the best of flexible working – a positive work/life balance, inclusive and accessible platforms, and online information at our fingertips.

Next steps
More information on what we offer, as well as the role, can be found on our vacancies page. Please download our job profile document (job description) with our ‘How to apply’ section sharing the key points to refer to in your application and to apply. 

Got a question? Please let us know if you have any accessibility requirements or questions – we’re here to help. contact details are on our website, via the link.

The closing date is Sunday 29th September 2024.  Applications must be submitted by 23:45 UK time.

Interviews: By arrangement. Currently scheduled for the week of Monday 7th October 2024.

Prostate Cancer UK is a registered charity in England and Wales (1005541) and in Scotland (SC039332). Registered company number 02653887.

The Role Within Unseen

Unseen provides support to people who have experienced Modern Slavery and Human trafficking and actively champions capturing voices in our work and providing development opportunities for those we are working with.

The Policy & Research team are currently leading three projects. The Survivor Involvement Coordinator will support in the delivery of these projects.

 This role will work with Unseen’s Policy & Research Team and have regular interactions with staff across Unseen’s wider teams including Support Services, Fundraising, Media & Communications and Operations.

Purpose of the role

The postholder will support the collation of lived experience voices into our research work focused on policy impact on what really works to prevent modern slavery. The postholder will work closely with the Policy & Partnerships Manager, the Policy & Partnerships Officer, Senior Caseworkers and Unseen’s Survivor Consultant Volunteers and be responsible for supporting and improving our wellbeing activities, survivor voice forum and consultant focus groups.

At Refuge, our staff are providing lifesaving services every day. The People & Culture team play an essential role in the recruitment and retention of the staff that deliver this vital work and of other colleagues who contribute to our success as an organisation.

As a People Business Partner you will be responsible for providing high quality services on the behalf of the People & Culture (P&C) team to ensure the smooth coordination and implementation of employee relations and recruitment activity. You will deliver a responsive range of effective, compliant and customer focused people services that contribute to an inclusive culture, enabling colleagues to sustain high levels of performance and helps Refuge to achieve its Strategic Objectives, and be a great place to work.

So, it’s not a cliché – at Refuge you really will make a difference. If that motivates you and you are committed to developing your HR career in one of these exciting new roles, download the job information pack and check that you have the skills, knowledge, and experience to join.

Recovery Coordinator

Location: Lambeth, London
Assignment Length: 3 months (covering permanent recruitment)
Pay: £14.40 + holiday pay = £16.14 or £18.50 umbrella per hour
Hours: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Recovery Coordinator to join a vital project in Lambeth, London, supporting individuals with mental health needs to find and sustain meaningful employment.

About the Role:

This role is part of a project focused on empowering Southwark residents by addressing various barriers to employment. You will provide personalised support and guidance through regular coaching sessions, helping clients reach their full potential and secure job opportunities that align with their goals and mental health support needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a growing caseload of up to 20 clients - some in employment already, some seeking employment
• Providing exceptional support to people with mental health issues into suitable and sustainable employment.
• Engaging with people from referral, into work and beyond for sustainment, offering comprehensive support in skills identification and practical guidance.
• Playing a crucial role in supporting sustained success for people and employers in work.
• Establishing relationships with key stakeholders in mental health teams and employers for effective referrals and successful outcomes.
• Ensuring accurate data collection, recording and maintenance of an up-to-date case management system.
• Provide comprehensive employment support including CV writing, job search assistance, and application support
• Help clients identify and access relevant training courses, apprenticeships, volunteer positions, and internships
• Offer careers advice, interview coaching, and confidence-building exercises
• Build and maintain relationships with local employers to facilitate job placements
• Collaborate with local referral sources including the council, Talking Therapies, and self-referrals

Location:
This role is based in Lambeth, with a focus on supporting clients with low to high support needs referred via various mental health pathways. You'll be primarily based in Stockwell, with visits across a few different sites in the borough of Lambeth

Please note: this is an in-person role with no remote working.

Ideal Candidate: We are looking for individuals with experience in:

• CV writing support
• Experience with supporting people living with various mental health conditions
• Job search and application assistance
• Confidence-building for interviews
• Careers advice and guidance
• Mentoring and coaching
• Strong IT, administrative, and literacy skills are essential for this role. Additionally, experience working with individuals with low to medium mental health support needs will be highly beneficial.

If you are passionate about making a difference in people's lives and have the skills and experience to support those with mental health needs into employment, we want to hear from you!

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Christ's College is seeking to appoint a full-time, permanent Events and Communications Co-ordinator.

Events and Communications Coordinator
Location: St Andrew's Street, Cambridge, CB2 3BU
Salary: £30,487 - £34,980 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full time, 36.5 hours per week

The Events and Communications Co-ordinator is an essential member of the Development Office team. The post-holder will be expected to take the lead in delivering a wide range of events and activities, and to help keep alumni engaged and informed through a variety of communication channels.

We would like to hear from you if you have previous experience of planning, organising and delivering events, and have experience in developing content for digital and print publications.

The benefits on offer are many and include 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), a defined contribution pension scheme with 6% (minimum) employer contribution, a health care cash plan funded by the College (allowing you to claim money for routine medical treatments including dental and optical), a free meal when on duty, and the opportunity to work in a beautiful environment. Facilities on-site include a College gym, multi-faith prayer room, outdoor swimming pool and limited parking.

Closing Date: Wednesday 2 October 2024, 12 noon

Interested?

Please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website where you can find further information and details on how to complete your application.

Christ’s College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes diversity amongst its students, staff and visitors, recognising the particular contributions to the achievement of the College's mission that can be made by individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.

No agencies please.

Personal Independence Coordinator

Salary £29,278.41 / Full Time / 35 Hours per week

Do you want a job that makes a positive difference in people’s lives?

Age UK Croydon’s very successful PIC service for older people in Croydon is recruiting for a new Personal Independence Coordinator.

If you are an enthusiastic, compassionate and person-centred individual, this could be the role for you.

PICs work alongside health and care professionals, adopting a multidisciplinary approach to working with people who have long term health and social care needs. The PICs provide critical links between formal health and social care services and the wider community support networks. We have adapted our way of working in response to COVID, helping older people to access technology and connect in new and exciting ways.

If you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of people in the community, and those who care for them and want to contribute to an organisation which is continuously striving to improve, then we would love to hear from you.

We are committed to providing a flexible and productive working environment for all employees. Evolving technology and communication platforms enable employees to work in new and different ways, where we can meet our stakeholder needs and continue to deliver against our charitable objectives. We recognise the importance of supporting employees to have greater personal choice and maintain a healthier work/life balance.

Full training will be provided; the important qualities we are looking for are:

 · Excellent communication and listening skills

· A positive cheerful attitude, and the ability to problem solve

· A cheerful, friendly and outgoing personality

· The ability to work flexibly, alone and as part of a team

*Due to the high volume of applications received, we regret we shall not be able to contact applicants who are not shortlisted for interview.

CVs will not be accepted

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Closing Date: for applications: 9am, 21st October 2024

Interview Dates: Week commencing 28th October 2024

Purpose of the job

Working across the Network Delivery Department, you will support the efficient day today administration and co-ordination of the teams. You will play a critical role providingadministrative and co-ordination support for the Network Delivery Department ensuringwe have strong processes and ways of working to deliver our ambitious goals.

Experience we're after

• Experience of providing administrative support to senior staff members

• Experience of working in an office environment  

• Experience of dealing with sensitive information

• Experience of coordinating a busy schedule of activity and keeping key stakeholders informed of progress

• Experience of using data management/ CRM systems and maintaining a high standard of data.

Who we are

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.

UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth Website.

Why work at UK Youth? 

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that theyouth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes. UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross-sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to massinequality of access to youth services for young people.

What we can offer you

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:

• Flexible/Agile Working

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

• Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity

• Other training available in support of your personal and professional development

• Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)

• Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary

• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally

• 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.

• IT equipment provided for the duration of contract

• CycleScheme and TechScheme

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.

Closing date: Tuesday 1st October 2024 at 11:59pm (Midnight)

Interview date(s) proposed: 10th & 11th October 2024

**Please note that this opportunity is a Fixed Term Contract until March 31st 2025 and not a permanent role at present.

The newly created role of Philanthropy Coordinator at HorseWorld Trust is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Head of Supporter Development to ensure the delivery of a proactive and sustainable major donor programme.

At HorseWorld Trust our vision is a world where horses and people help each other to live and work in harmony.. In turn, our mission is to create a safe community where horses and people connect together and enjoy lifelong learning.

HorseWorld Trust was established in 1952, and is based in Whitchurch, near Bristol.  Our highly trained Welfare department is committed to rescuing, rehabilitating and re-homing horses, ponies and donkeys in need and our ground-breaking educational programme, called Discovery, supports emotional growth and learning in young people through hands-on experience with rescued equines. 

Our Philanthropy Coordinator will proactively track and manage a pipeline of next and existing High Net Worth Individuals and support HorseWorld's Major Donor Working Group comprising the Chair of Trustees, CEO and Heads of Departments.  You will be expected to provide insight and identify opportunities for connection plus manage and track the stewardship tools to guide donors through their giving journey, including cultivation plans, sourcing and presenting tailored information for donors.  Facilitating and attending meetings and events, both in person and online, you will be ensuring steps are being taken to nurture donor relationships.

Collaboration is key as you will work with colleagues and volunteers across the organisation to support HorseWorld's fundraising efforts.

You will also initiative the relationship management of a new portfolio of mid value donors and prospects; ensuring the donors you work with are engaged with our cause, and that you are responding to their individual stewardship needs as you keep them updated with our work.

This job is for you if :

• You are looking for a role where you can make a big impact in terms of increasing charity fundraising and individual giving - this job may further develop and grow

• You have the ability to collaborate effectively with a range of people using appropriate working styles to achieve team and organisational goals

• You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to build new relationships and enlist support

• You are able to present information in a format appropriate to target audiences/media/visitors - with excellent IT skills and data analysis

• You have a proven track record of achieving targets from a range of sources, are able to work independently and to deadlines - a true self-motivator but also an inclusive team player and performance driven

Understandably, such an involved role does require willingness to work outside normal office hours and on weekends/evening to support events.  You will be prepared to provide cover for colleagues, when required, and a current full UK driving licence, plus own transport, is essential because you may be travelling within the South West region of the country.

Please email Liz Appleby, HR & Training Officer, for an application form and full job description.  We do not accept CVs as we practise NSPCC Safer Recruitment.

The deadline for submission of applications is Monday 30th September. 

Join TreeHouse School as its new Head of Business and Operations to lead on continuous operational/business improvements at our Ofsted “Outstanding” school.

Location: Muswell Hill, London

Salary: Circa £65,000

Type: Permanent, full time (40 hours per week)

Start date for role: January 2025

About TreeHouse School:

TreeHouse School is a non-maintained special school for pupils aged 4- 19 with Autism and learning difficulties.

There are currently over 100 pupils on roll supported by approximately 160+ staff consisting of qualified teachers, teaching assistants, allied health professionals, positive behaviour support staff and operational staff.

It is a thriving and inclusive community devoted to the education and well-being of autistic children and young people across each of its three distinct curriculum pathways, which are tailored to meet the diverse needs of our pupils: pre-formal, semi-formal, and formal. Each pathway focuses on promoting well-being, independence, and social participation, with a strong emphasis on personalised learning and positive behaviour support.

About the role:

We are seeking a new Head of Business and Operations to play a crucial role in supporting the Head to review and drive continuous improvement.

The key responsibilities in the role will include:

1. Finances: You will oversee and manage all finances and a multi million pound budget for the school.
2. Human Resources: This will include leading on people strategy, workforce planning and performance management including evaluating the schools operational model.
3. Systems and Processes: One of the immediate priorities for this role will be to evaluate systems and processes (for monitoring areas outlined in the job description) and seek ways to streamline these with innovative solutions.

This role does involve line management of two assistant operations managers as well as other office and facilities staff within the school.

You will work with the Headteacher to alleviate the administrative burdens from them but importantly support change management where identified / agreed.

Who we are looking for:

The ideal candidate will be proficient in HR, finance including budget management and operations management — including management of operational performance and reporting for governance and relationship management (internal and external stakeholders).

We are looking for a leader who is confident to tackle challenges head-on and drive continuous improvement.

Applications for this role close at 12am on Tuesday 8th of October 2024

Shortlisting date: Wednesday 9th of October 2024

Interview date: Thursday 17th and Wednesday 18th of October 2024

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification. Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Purpose of the job

This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting the delivery of projects to help young people have a meaningful role in shaping the future of life in the UK through the #iwill Movement

Working across the #iwill delivery team, you will support the efficient day to day administration and co-ordination of the Ambassadors & Champions withing the #iwill Movement working alongside the Business Support Officer at Volunteering Matters. You will play a critical role providing administrative and co-ordination support for #iwill Ambassadors and Champions as part of the #iwill Movement.

#iwill Movement

The #iwill movement is working towards a society that understands and champions the power of youth, where all young people are equipped to lead change in their own lives and communities.

The #iwill movement is a collaboration of over 1000 organisations and hundreds of young #iwill Ambassadors & Champions from across the UK. They are united by a shared belief that all children and young people should be supported and empowered to make a positive difference on the issues that affect their lives, their communities, and broader society.

Experience we're after

• Experience of working directly with young people
• Experience of providing administrative support
• Experience of working independently and in a hybrid working environment
• Experience of dealing with sensitive information
• Experience of coordinating a busy schedule of activity and keeping key stakeholders informed of progress
• Experience of using data management/ CRM systems and maintaining a high standard of data

Who we are

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.

UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth Website.

Why work at UK Youth?

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes. UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross-sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people.

What we can offer you

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:

• Flexible/Agile Working
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
• Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity
• Other training available in support of your personal and professional development
• Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)
• Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary
• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally
• 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.
• IT equipment provided for the duration of contract
• CycleScheme and TechScheme

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.

Closing date: 7th October 2024 at 11:59pm (Midnight)

Interview date(s) proposed: w/c 14th October 2024

**Please note that this opportunity is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract and not a permanent role at present.

Job Title: TACT Connect Engagement Practitioner

Salary: £19,693 Per Annum + £450 Per Annum Home Working Allowance + £2,400 LW (if eligible)

Hours & Contract: Permanent Contract - 21 Hours per week (Tuesday to Thursday)

Location: Homebased anywhere in UK (with travel required)

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. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.

As a foster care charity, TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest unique projects such as our Connect Community, and Education and Health Teams, providing personalised specialist support to ensure all our children and young people's rights are met by professionals in those fields. Additionally, all our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.

TACT achieved 16th place in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results in 2023, with 91% of employees acknowledging that the organisation is run on strong values and principles and 94% stating they feel proud to work for this organisation.  

TACT Connect, our community for those care-experienced, are seeking a Community Engagement & Wellbeing Worker as 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 Community Engagement Practitioner will be an essential contact and facilitator for existing scheme members. The post holder will provide consistency and enthusiasm across all activities while ensuring all practices are underpinned by co-creation, delivery and future development of the scheme by the members of Connect. This is an exciting opportunity to be alongside our members and to provide day-to-day practical support, signposting, and safe spaces for membership interaction. By joining our team at this time, you will be an integral part of our team, in that you will be part of co-creating a Community for Life. 

Whilst being homebased, the Community Engagement Practitioner will be required to work flexibly including regular evening working and occasional weekends as well as travelling for team meetings, member events, training and other in person events. 

The main role requirements for this role include:

• A degree in social work or similar equivalent qualification / experience.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience of working with children and young people and adults from the age of 15 years upwards.
• Experience of developing and maintaining community spaces.
• Experience of developing and maintaining relationships with, providing support for and serving as a positive role model to care experienced people.
• Experience of using digital technologies to engage and communicate with members / stakeholders.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and knowledge of fostering and care experience.
• Excellent communications and facilitation skills, with a variety of audiences, through various medium and in person
• Willingness to work flexibly according to the needs of the scheme members and activities
• Willingness to travel and occasionally stay overnight, for events around the UK

TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:

• 31 days paid holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata if part time).
• Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, and volunteer days policy).
• Family-friendly policies.
• Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance of £750, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
• Stakeholder pension scheme (salary sacrifice) and life insurance from day one.
• Employee Assistance Programme (including free CBT counselling, remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions).
• Fantastic professional learning and personal development opportunities.

An Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.

Application Process:

• Closing Date: Midnight on Monday 14th October 2024
• Interview Date: Friday 25th October 2024 (via Microsoft Teams)

Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes 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.

If you’re passionate about supporting local communities to make a difference and building strong relationships with major donors, this a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact.

At Sussex Community Foundation, our mission is to make Sussex a fairer, more equal place. As one of the fastest-growing community foundations in the UK, we connect philanthropists, donors and companies with charities in their local community.

Our success is built on the relationships and trust we have with our supporters. The Foundation has a proven track record of raising funds by providing Donor Advised Funds and philanthropic advice to high-value donors. We use these donations to give grants to local charities today while also building a lasting endowment fund for future generations. 

As Head of Philanthropy, you will lead our fund development strategy and guide our Philanthropy Team to achieve ambitious income targets. You will inspire donors, supporters and colleagues alike, playing a key role in shaping the strategic goals of our multi-year fundraising campaign. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing the major donor engagement strategy and leading the team to grow and manage our portfolio of major donor prospects. As part of a small team, a hands-on approach is essential. 

At the Foundation, we work hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, regardless of background, identity or ability. We therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We recognise that experience comes in many forms, so if you believe you have the skills and passion for the role, we encourage you to apply and show us how you meet the criteria.