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Join Our Team as a Female Complex Needs Support Worker

Location:

Tadley, Hampshire

Salary:

£12.30 per hour (£23,985 pro-rata) plus benefits. 

Hours:

37.5 hours per week, shifts vary between 7:00 am and 9:30 pm, Monday to Sunday (on a shift rota basis).

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent.

Driving Requirement:

A valid full UK manual driving license is preferable, but not essential.

Right to Work:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas.

Essential Criteria

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate exposure to two of the following areas of expertise:

• Physical Disabilities
• Complex Health Needs
• Learning Disabilities
• Life-limiting conditions
• End of Life Care

About You

Are you someone who truly enjoys making a difference in others lives? Do you have a calm, caring, and resilient nature that helps you thrive in challenging situations? If so, we want to hear from you!

We're looking for individuals to join our colleague team who are enthusiastic and take a proactive approach, and have a strong emotional resilience. If you have got experience with challenging health needs and end of life care, you could be exactly who we are looking for.

What will you be doing?

As a Complex Needs Support Worker, you'll be more than just their support – you'll be a key part of someone's journey towards living their best life. Here's what you'll be doing:

• Daily Care & Support: Helping with personal care, meal preparation, and other daily tasks.
• Building Relationships: Getting to know the people you support, understanding their needs, and helping them live life on their own terms.
• Social Engagement: Supporting activities like hobbies, and ensuring everyone could enjoy what they love doing.
• Respect & Dignity: Ensuring that the individuals and their families are treated with the utmost respect, dignity, and equality.

 Who you will be Supporting?

Heather House is a specialist nursing home for 16 young adults living with severe complex neurological, learning and physical disabilities and life limiting conditions, including juvenile CLN3 (Batten) disease, and Rett syndrome.

Our residents love taking part in activities in the home, like music, singing and accessing their own hydro pool. They love taking part in events celebrating Valentines, Easter, Halloween and Christmas. At Christmas time we have our very own wonderland in the garden which is truly magical.

Why work for us?

At SeeAbility, we value your growth and well-being just as much as the support you provide, we can offer you:

• Comprehensive Training: Start with an extensive induction and continue developing your skills with face-to-face training, e-learning, and ongoing support.
• Career Progression: We support your ambitions, offering opportunities to achieve professional qualifications (Care Certificate, QCF levels 2-5).
• Recognition & Rewards: From excellence awards to long service recognition, your hard work won’t go unnoticed.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy up to 36 days of holiday with long service, flexible working options, and time off for life events.
• Financial Benefits: Discounts, cashback, pension schemes, and more, to help your money go further.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to a 24/7 employee assistance program, life assurance and sick pay.
• Refer a Friend: Receive £600 (Support Workers to Deputy only).

About us

Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!

We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assists people with a disability to find paid employment for the very first time.

SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.

Safer Recruitment

SeeAbility is committed to safe and fair recruitment practices, safeguarding and protecting those who we support. It is a condition of employment that perspective employees will be subject to the following:

• A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
• Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.
• Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered. 
• References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults. 

These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility’ s expense.

Diversity

We actively seek to attract and retain talent from diverse backgrounds, recognising that a wide range of perspectives strengthen our teams. In exceptional circumstances, the role is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.

SeeAbility encourages applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those with a disability. We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone’s unique experiences and views are appreciated their opinion valued.  We particularly welcome applications from those with a disability.

Wandsworth Carers' Centre is looking for a dedicated Young Carers Schools Link Worker to strengthen the support available for young carers within schools, raising awareness, and improving access to vital services.Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with schools to identify and support young carers.
• Develop and deliver training sessions for school staff on young carers’ needs.
• Provide one-to-one and group support to young carers, helping them access emotional and practical assistance.
• Collaborate with external agencies to ensure holistic support for young carers and their families.
• Organise awareness campaigns and events within schools.
• Advocate for young carers’ rights and ensure their voices are heard in school policies.

About You

• Experience working with young people
• Experience of working within an educational or support role.-desirable
• Strong understanding of the challenges young carers face.
• Ability to build relationships with schools, young people, and partner agencies.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive and compassionate approach to supporting young carers.
• A relevant qualification in youth work, social work, or education (desirable).

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Contrubutary pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young carers.

Youth Participation Officer

Fitzrovia Youth in Action is looking for an experienced, passionate and enthusiastic person for our Youth Participation Officer role. If you feel like this is you, we would love to hear from you!

The post holder will manage and develop youth-led community projects in which young people develop their leadership and employability skills through becoming actively involved in their community and participating in self-directed community action. The successful candidate will oversee the development and delivery of several youth-led community projects, primarily the organisation of youth-led community events, but might also include elements of other youth-led activities, such as youth action team, health champions and ambassadors.

Typically, this would involve working with groups of around 10 young people in each cohort and support them to deliver their community project over a 12-week period.  Examples of projects include youth-led football tournaments, street parties and festivals and peer education activities. This post will be part of the delivery team overseeing self-directed community action projects. The post holder may also support drop-in sessions and other activities aimed at engaging young people and referring them onto the youth-led community action programme.

We are elated to be to offer this part time post and continue the social action work with young people.

You can find the role description and persocal spec below. 

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter (no more then two sides) explaining your experience and why you are suited. 

About the Legal Education Foundation

“Why does it matter that people can understand and use the law?”

This question lies at our core. By asking it, the role of the law as a tool for social justice has become the common thread in our development. We are now one of the largest social justice funders in the UK, and one of the only ones to focus on the specific role and potential of the law. We do this through the strategic development and delivery of a number of programmes and initiatives.

We distribute around £6m a year through our grants, which cover areas of law including human rights, employment, housing, discrimination, children’s rights, community care, education, immigration, asylum and public and administrative law. We also fund particular issues and communities, such as racial justice, gender justice including violence against women and girls, disability justice, tenants, workers, migrants, refugees and children.

The Justice First Fellowship

In 2014 we established the Justice First Fellowship (JFF), our flagship scheme to support the next generation of social justice lawyers. More than 160 Fellowships have been awarded across all four nations in the UK, over ten cohorts. The Foundation has invested around £10.6 million into the scheme with additional contributions from other funders totalling £4.7 million.

The Fellowships have supported the new lawyers to use their skills and networks to bring about social change. Over 90% of JFF graduates remain in legal roles using law for public benefit and we are committed to continuing to support our alumni over the long term. So, it is an active and engaged group with a growing collective impact and voice for social justice.

About the role

This is a new role within the Foundation, and the post-holder will play a key part in ensuring the successful delivery of this flagship scheme. As part of a small and collaborative team, the JFF Officer role is varied and will include overseeing the coordination of events and training, acting as a key point of contact for Fellows as well as administration, communication and relationship management. The candidate will join us at an exciting time as we explore opportunities to help further develop the support provided to our Fellows.

If you have relevant experience and skills, are passionate about social justice and the not-for-profit sector, and thrive on building relationships, then this could be a great opportunity for you. On a practical note there will be some UK travel and you’ll need a demonstrable ability to juggle multiple projects. There’s lots more information in the pack (linked below) so please find out more if you are interested, and if you feel that you could be right for the role then we’d love to hear from you.

Power, Culture and Inclusion

As an organisation we are committed to shifting power in the systems that we are part of. Through a process of learning about anti-oppression, developing our values and behaviours, we want to build the best workplace.

Across all our recruitment we are working towards greater equity, diversity and inclusion and take this journey extremely seriously. Part of this journey is building a team that is diverse and representative, so whilst you will need the skills and experience described, we really want to hear from candidates from a wide range of backgrounds. We particularly encourage people with lived experience of social welfare legal issues and where they intersect with structural racism and other forms of discrimination. However, there is no expectation for candidates to disclose details of personal experiences at any stage during this recruitment or during their work at the LEF.

We are happy to make adjustments to the application and interview process, please contact Belinda Berry (contact details in the pack linked below).

How to apply

If you would like to apply for this role, first download the pack (linked below) which contains the information about the role and requirements. Then:

1. complete the brief Application Form (linked below) which includes your supporting statement,
2. fill in the Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (linked below), and
3. find your CV outlining your career to date, with any academic and professional qualifications.

Please send your application form, EO form and CV, by 10am on 27 March, to the email address in the pack.

If you have any difficulty downloading the forms, please request them from the email listed on the "Apply via website" link above.

This role requires regular in-person engagement in London. Applicants must be able to travel to and work in London easily

About us

SurvivorsUK exists for men, boys and non-binary people who have experienced any form of sexual violence. 

We support – by providing services such as a helpline, counselling, ISVA and groupwork.
We challenge – by raising public awareness of the issue, and dispelling myths
We build – by creating and facilitating networks for better access to help

Role

In this exciting role, you will provide pro–active emotional, practical and advocacy support for male and non-binary survivors who have experienced any form of sexual violence and are engaging (or considering engaging) with the criminal justice system. 

Our ISVAs work with clients currently residing in any London borough, or if the abuse was committed in any London borough. Travel across London will be expected.

We consider people from a wide range of educational backgrounds and work experience. What matters is that you are empathetic and will support the specific needs of our clients.

Please see attached Job Description and Personal Specification for more information.

Benefits of Working with Us

- We are a Disability Confident Employer
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Clinical Supervision, if relevant for your role
- Acces to gym at our Hackney Wick offices
- Commitment to your professional development

How to apply

To express an interest in the role and to be considered, please review our JD and Personal Spec and submit the following:

• An up-to-date CV.
• A supporting statement that addresses each requirement within the person specification and outlines your motivations for applying.

Closing date: Sunday 16th March at 11:30pm 
Shortlisting for Interviews: Week beginning the 24th March. The interview will be held remotely via Teams or Zoom.

We especially encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including men, non-binary, Black and Asian, trans, disabled people, and those from other marginalised groups. We recognise and value the unique experiences that arise from the intersections of these identities, and we particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience or a strong understanding of the issues faced by our service users.

At SurvivorsUK, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We also understand the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements, including job share opportunities, to support candidates with caregiving responsibilities or other needs.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or have any accessibility needs, please let us know. We are here to provide any support necessary to ensure the process is inclusive for you.

Location: Any UK Trust office (Hybrid working)

Interviews: 26/03 over MS Teams

For more information, or to apply, please click 'apply now' to be directed to our website.

Here at The King’s Trust, our Employee Engagement (Corporate Volunteering) team provides a variety of engagement opportunities to our corporate partners including volunteering and taking part in many of our fundraising campaigns.

Our team has provided thousands of volunteering opportunities in the last year to our partners and whilst doing so, they have supported many young people attending our programmes across the UK. This role is mainly focused on organising opportunities and ensuring that at all times our volunteers have a meaningful experience with us.

This is a great opportunity to join our ambitious team to gain or strengthen your experience in volunteer management, project management, relationship building and working towards targets.

We’re looking for someone who is engaging, driven, highly organised and great at building relationships with stakeholders from all levels. It is essential that you have volunteer experience and of course, are genuinely passionate about supporting Young People.

What happens next?  

Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The King's Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date. 

Why do we need Employee Engagement Executives? 

Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with three in four young people on our programmes moving into a positive outcome in work, education or training. The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Employee Engagement Executives! 

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Req ID: 3408 

Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world. We’re one of the largest student-led organisations in the UK and a charity with over 52,000 members. With a staff team of more than 120, a range of services including advice, sports, representation, volunteering and an annual turnover of more than £16m, we’re a growing organisation making impact for our members. 

We are seeking a Project Coordinator (Prevention and Intervention) to work alongside the wider Advice & Wellbeing team, and be responsible for engaging inactive students in the Active Bystander programme; helping us to achieve our goal of supporting and developing a vibrant and inclusive community of students. This role forms a key part of our Advice & Wellbeing team. The team aims to promote the interests and welfare of students at UCL during their studies, and through our sector-leading Active Bystander Programme we deliver an outstanding proactive intervention initiative that is peer-led and student driven, and promotes a vibrant and inclusive student community.

The role is a full time and permanent contract. This role is also a hybrid working role, where 40% of the role will be on campus based. We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible.

Have you got previous experience of coordinating projects and/or programmes? Have you got previous experience of delivering training? If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you.

Our ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating the programme, as well as inducting and training our student workshop leaders. The right candidate will conduct regular stakeholder engagement exercises to garner feedback, ensure quality of training and inform the future development of the programme. The successful role holder will also work effectively with Union, UCL and external teams, including departmental and faculty staff, Student Support and Wellbeing, Accommodation, Casework & Regulations Team, Crime Prevention & Personal Safety Team, to promote the programme, seek information/assistance, and make appropriate referrals and signposting where necessary.

Education Delivery Specialist - Essex
Anne Frank Trust UK
Home-based within Essex (preferably Colchester or Southend based), with frequent local and regional travel
Permanent
Full time, with some evening and weekend hours with TOIL provided
Salary £27,820 with yearly incremental rises to £28,820, £29,820 and £30,820 subject to satisfactory annual appraisal
Excellent benefits including 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (plus discretionary closure days in December), contributory pension, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme

Are you highly organised, with the skills to engage 9 to 15-year-olds in education programmes?

Are you looking for a varied, exciting, and demanding role, working alongside colleagues who are passionate about young people and committed to empowering them to challenge prejudice?

Charity People are delighted to be partnering with the Anne Frank Trust UK, an education charity that educates 9 to 15-year-olds about Anne Frank and the Holocaust, empowering them to challenge all forms of prejudice, to help recruit an Education Delivery Specialist.

Founded in 1991, The Anne Frank Trust UK is the UK partner of the Anne Frank House Amsterdam. "I'll make my voice heard, I'll go out into the world and work for humankind!" wrote Anne Frank in her diary on 12 March 1944. The Trust has a 30-year record of empowering young people to challenge prejudice, inspired by Anne Frank and the antisemitism that she experienced through the Holocaust.

Education Delivery Specialists are the front-line delivery posts for all programmes, leading workshops, training peer educators and mentoring ambassadors across the country. You will be committed to equality with the skills to engage 9 to 15-year-olds through learning and empowerment. You will join a dedicated team, passionate about young people, and committed to empowering them to challenge prejudice.

Key responsibilities

• Programme Delivery: You will plan and deliver educational programmes for young people (ages 9-15) focused on challenging prejudice, empowering them with knowledge and skills. You will book programmes into schools, maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, and lead workshops and online sessions. You will prioritise equality and diversity, emphasising inclusive educational activities and impact.
• Training, Mentoring and Support: You will train young people as peer educators and Anne Frank Ambassadors to disseminate anti-prejudice messages effectively, and provide mentoring, offering support and guiding them.
• Events: You will organise events, study trips, and projects with your Ambassadors and their communities, working to targets, curriculum, and quality standards. You will monitor and evaluate activities, maintaining records for assessment.
• Database and Fundraising Support: You will maintain comprehensive records on the Trust's databases and contribute occasionally to fundraising efforts, such as grant applications and supporting young people at donor events.

The Education Delivery Specialist will have substantial experience of running learning activities with groups of young people, including aged 9-15 years, and experience of engaging with and meeting the needs of disadvantaged young people. You will also have experience of providing pastoral/emotional support, working successfully as part of a team, and keeping records and writing reports. You will have knowledge of best practice in teaching and/or youth empowerment, as well as be familiar with the needs and issues of young people. You will understand and have ideas about how to challenge prejudice, and an understanding of safeguarding. You will be highly organised, with excellent administration skills, and able to build and maintain effective relationships. You will use your initiative, creativity, and energy to solve problems and develop new ways of working. You will have an inspiring presentation style with warm, professional interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic about Anne Frank and the work of the Anne Frank Trust UK.

The role is home-based within the Essex region. Ideally you will have access to appropriate working space which can be discussed further at interview. There will be frequent local and regional travel and occasional UK-wide travel and overnight stays. Expenses are covered and time off in lieu is given for evening and weekend work. You will have a current valid UK driving licence and access to a car. The role is subject to an advanced DBS check on appointment, and references.

If you are excited by this opportunity and have the relevant skills and experience to apply, we would be delighted to hear from you.

How to apply:

The application process is CV and Supporting Statement. In the first instance, please send your up-to-date CV to Jen at Charity People or contact Jen for an informal confidential chat about the role and to hear about next steps.

We will be hosting a webinar on Thursday 13 March at 12 noon (this will be recorded and can be shared if you are unable to attend).

The closing date is 9am Wednesday 26 March. First stage interviews will take place on Friday 4 April via Teams with a second stage interview on Wednesday 9 April in person in Essex. We ask that applications complete this Equality, Diversity and Inclusion .

Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.

Please note internally this post is currently referred to as Anne Frank Worker.

Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Location: Hybrid Variable - either tied to London and / or Bristol office (preferably Bristol) or Home Based within the UK
Salary: £50,000 to £52,000

When a child or young person is diagnosed with cancer, their whole world can feel like it’s falling apart. Independence is taken and confidence is stolen. Stability no longer exists. The future suddenly feels uncertain.

The impact of cancer on young lives is more than medical. That’s why we exist. Our specialist social workers help children and young people with cancer and their families navigate the emotional and practical impact of cancer. We remove barriers, solve problems and prioritise wellbeing. And we stop at nothing to make sure they get the right care and support at the right time.

We challenge the systems and policies that surround children and young people, we highlight gaps and campaign for change. Because we know what a better future could look like. And we know what we need to do to make that future a reality. We need to push harder, reach further and work smarter. And we need the right people on our team to help us get there. People like you

 About the role 

The Head of Mass Participation Fundraising leads an ambitious team that attracts and enables supporters to raise funds for Young Lives vs Cancer through participation in virtual or real life events and challenges. They deliver through creating a quality and forward looking events and challenges portfolio, and working with partner teams attract motivated participants and provide an outstanding supporter experience that ensures fundraising goals are smashed and long term relationships are built.

With their team and partner teams the Head of Mass Participation Fundraising keeps performance on track and spots opportunities by always tracking performance through quality KPIs and measures. They also have a close eye on what’s happening in the sector, making sure the portfolio constantly evolves to stay ahead of trends, this ensure they maximise the returns for the investment in the portfolio focusing on maximising income and gaining new supporters

Young Lives vs Cancer is open to and in support of flexible working. Your flexibility requirements and that of the role will be discussed at interview stage with you. 

This role has been designed as Hybrid Variable - either tied to London and / or Bristol office (preferably Bristol) or Home Based within the UK.

This role is subject to a Criminal Record Check. In the event of a successful application a Disclosure report will be sought.

We would love to hear from you if you have: 

• Experience of successfully managing sports, challenge and events activities both virtually and in real life and the professional 
  standards required for this.
• Understanding of the importance of delivering a positive supporter experience and experience in creating and delivering 
  stewardship plans.
• Previous senior management experience, ideally within fundraising, marketing or similar setting.
• Excellent analytical skills, making informed and balanced decisions or recommendations, understanding the impact of 
  decisions.
• A creative problem solver, with the ability to adopt a flexible and pragmatic approach to challenges, taking initiative and 
  ownership for their role and responsibilities. 

Diversity declaration 

At Young Lives vs Cancer, we recognise that opportunities for too many people remain a condition of their race, class, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation – or a combination. This has never been acceptable to us as an organisation.

We are committed to taking anti-oppressive action and removing barriers in our recruitment practices. We particularly welcome applications from members of minoritised communities and creating equitable opportunities for all. We are passionately committed to taking actions and making changes to be a truly diverse, inclusive and equitable organisation, as well as reflective of the diverse children and young people we support. Click here to find out more about our Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging strategy.

Accessibility 

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we’ll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible.  Please get in touch with us if you would like to discuss any specific requirements. 

What we offer 

In return for your commitment, we offer a great reward package, which includes generous annual and family/ caring leave entitlements, enhanced pension and employee savings scheme. To find out more about our benefits package, have a look on our website: 

If you join us, you will be part of a community that is committed make a difference to the lives of children and young people with cancer. Young Lives vs Cancer is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. 

Interviews will take place between 03 April  - 09 April 2025.

Are you passionate about transforming lives and making a real difference in your community? At The 180 Project, we use the power of fitness, mentorship, and lived experience to support individuals on their journey to recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a movement that empowers people to turn their lives around. If you’re driven, compassionate, and ready to help others break negative life cycles, we’d love to hear from you. 

The Role

The Young People's Engagement Lead will play a key role in transforming the lives of vulnerable young people living in some of the most deprived communities across Blackburn with Darwen, Burnley, and Pendle. The role involves engaging young people facing multiple and complex challenges, including poverty, trauma, gang influences, substance misuse issues and mental health challenges. The Lead will use fitness programs, mentoring, and groupwork to create meaningful social connections, build resilience, and improve their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Experience of working with young people facing complex challenges such as trauma, poverty, and gang influences, substance misuse, and who are disengaging from school.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practices and youth development principles.
• Demonstrable a passion for physical fitness programs (e.g. Functional Fitness) or similar group activities.
• Proven ability to facilitate group sessions and activities and support sessions.

Community Fundraiser 

• Location: Locations across Guildford borough, the office and home working
• Hours: Part-time (15 - 18 hours per week)
• Contact: Fixed Term - 12 month contract
• Salary: £25,000 FTE pro rata

The Role:

​Home-Start Guildford is an independent charity supporting families with at least one child under the age of 5, living in Guildford Borough. We are part of Home-Start UK, one of the UK’s leading family support charities, benefitting from their policy framework and quality assurance, but not funding.

This is a new role created to increase our financial flow and support of Home-Start Guildford.

The ideal candidate will be an energetic, flexible person with a proven track record in fundraising. They will work with Home-Start staff, trustees and patrons to raise the charity’s profile and increase donations.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Community Fundraiser to join our team. The primary focus of this role involves identifying and developing fundraising opportunities within the community, including networking with local companies and organising fundraising events. Additionally, to assist with securing funding through grant applications to charitable trusts and other organisations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fundraising Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet the financial needs of Home Start Guildford.
• Community Engagement: Identify and cultivate relationships with local businesses and community groups to secure sponsorships and partnerships.
• Event Planning: Organise and manage fundraising events, ensuring they are well-executed and achieve financial targets.
• Grant Writing: Research, prepare, and submit high-quality grant applications to charitable trusts, foundations, and other funding bodies.
• Reporting: Monitor and report on the progress of fundraising activities and grant applications, providing regular updates to the management team.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Home-Start Guildford team to align fundraising efforts with the organisation's goals and objectives

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in planning and organising successful fundraising events.
• Strong research and analytical skills to identify potential funding opportunities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with corporate partners and community groups.
• Highly organised, with strong project management skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling grant proposals and engage with stakeholders.
• Have a passion and understanding of Home-Start Guildford’s mission, committed to making a positive impact on the lives of families and children.

What we are offering you:

Home-Start Guildford is a family friendly employer and keen to provide our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer a wide range of benefits; from annual leave, flexible working and a contributory pension scheme, as well as free on-site parking.

How to apply:

Home-Start Guildford is a small team, but one who works hard and has fun. If you are interested in joining us, please read the job description and submit a completed application form and equalities monitoring form.

Click apply to visit our website where you can also download an application pack or you can request a copy by emailing our office.

If you would like an informal conversation with our manager before progressing your application, please call or email the office.

Home-Start Guildford is committed to safer recruitment and equality of opportunity and diversity.  This role is subject to DBS checks.

Closing date:  Monday 24th March 2025 at 5pm

Registered Charity No: 1154609

About Focus Birmingham

Focus Birmingham is a local charity committed to transforming the lives of individuals with visual impairments and complex needs across Birmingham. Our mission is to empower people to live independently and achieve their fullest potential. As a charity, we rely on our supporters, partners and donors, volunteers, and team to help us to continue ‘Making lives better’ each day.

We’re seeking a creative, enthusiastic Supporter Engagement Coordinator to help develop and deliver fundraising campaigns, build lasting relationships with supporters, and organise events that raise awareness and funds for our work. You’ll play a key role in helping us connect with donors, volunteers, and the wider community while delivering impactful campaigns that make a real difference.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Campaigns

• Plan and deliver engaging fundraising activities, including events, partnerships, community fundraising, and online appeals.
• Work closely with the Income Generation and Partnerships Manager to identify new ways to raise funds.
• Create fundraising materials that reflect Focus Birmingham’s mission and values.

Supporter Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, supporters, and volunteers to ensure they feel valued and connected to our work.
• Coordinate and manage events, handling everything from logistics to day-of operations.
• Respond quickly and professionally to supporter inquiries, making sure they have a positive experience.

Corporate and Community Partnerships

• Build relationships with local businesses, schools, and community groups to secure sponsorships and partnerships.
• Represent Focus Birmingham at events, delivering talks and presentations to raise awareness of our work.

Administration and Reporting

• Keep accurate records of supporter information and fundraising activities in our CRM system.
• Prepare regular reports on fundraising campaigns, highlighting successes and areas to improve.
• Ensure all fundraising activities follow legal and regulatory guidelines.

Additional Duties

• Promote Focus Birmingham’s services to the local community and raise the charity’s profile.
• Contribute to team development by attending meetings and training as required, and follow all relevant policies and procedures, such as GDPR and safeguarding.
• Work to reduce costs, find new ways to generate income, and support the wider team.
• Help maintain a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Stay up to date with the services Focus Birmingham offers and ensure people are connected with the right resources.
• Take on other duties as needed to support the charity’s goals.
  
  

Key Criteria

Qualifications & Training

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (A-C) or equivalent qualifications.

Skills & Experience

• An understanding of fundraising and marketing, including the importance of meeting income targets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with different audiences.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of the charity sector and fundraising regulations is desirable.
• Experience in event planning and delivering successful events is desirable.
• Creative problem-solving skills, and the ability to come up with fresh fundraising ideas.
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about Focus Birmingham’s mission and dedicated to making a difference.
• Proactive and self-motivated, with a collaborative approach to team working.
• Adaptable, with the ability to face challenges and stay resilient.
  
  

Other Requirements

• A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• An understanding of GDPR and confidentiality guidelines.
• Awareness of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to safeguarding service users.
• Willingness to work outside normal office hours from time to time when required.
  
  

How to Apply
If you’re excited about supporting Focus Birmingham’s work and feel you’re a good fit for the role, we’d love to hear from you.

Please review the attached recruitment pack for more details and send us a complete application form telling us why you’d be perfect for the Supporter Engagement Coordinator role.

If you have any questions, or require reasonable adjustments to support your application for this role, please reach out to us via the contact details on Focus Birmingham's website.

Focus Birmingham is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

The Royal Albert Hall is seeking a dynamic Head of Philanthropy to oversee its philanthropic efforts and guide the team through an exciting period of growth.

This role is a unique opportunity to drive income generation, focusing on major donors, trusts and foundations, and the Friends & Patrons programme,  while contributing to the success of the £50M capital appeal. The appeal represents a significant evolution in the Hall’s fundraising approach, creating an extraordinary opportunity to expand its donor base and enhance its impact.

There is a huge opportunity to achieve something transformative in this role, with the potential to significantly increase the Hall’s donor base and impact. By playing a pivotal role in the Hall’s capital appeal, you’ll contribute to one of the most high-profile appeals in the arts world, driving a step-change in the number of prospects cultivated and gifts secured to help the Hall realise its vision for the future.

As Head of Philanthropy, you will:

• Lead the Royal Albert Hall’s philanthropic efforts, overseeing a talented team and delivering an ambitious strategy that spans multiple income streams: major donors, trusts and foundations, events, and the Friends & Patrons programme.
• Play a central role in helping shape and deliver the Hall’s transformative £50M capital appeal, which represents an extraordinary opportunity to expand the Hall’s fundraising reach, significantly increasing the volume of prospects engaged and deepening relationships with existing donors. Your ability to inspire your team and personally steward key supporters will be instrumental in driving this evolution in the Hall’s fundraising approach.
• Primarily focus on securing new supporters and driving innovative approaches to growing the donor base. Cultivating existing relationships is also an important aspect of the role.
• Foster a supportive and high-performing culture within your team, using a coaching leadership style to maximise potential and ensure the delivery of ambitious income targets. Your leadership will be key to driving performance while maintaining hands-on involvement with major donors and high-profile supporters.

Person specification: 

Please note that due to a high volume of applications, we can only respond to those who meet the full person specification criteria.

• An accomplished philanthropic fundraiser with a proven track record of securing major gifts (min. 6-figure, ideally 7-figure, including from HNWIs) and track record in capital appeals.
• Experience in developing strategy and working across multiple income streams to grow voluntary income.
• Experience of managing senior stakeholders and working closely with senior colleagues to build pipelines.
• A leadership style that combines strategic oversight with personal involvement, enabling you to manage high-value relationships directly when needed, especially with key donors.
• Experience of leading high-performing fundraising teams.

Employee benefits include:

• 25 days per year annual leave (pro rata for part-time employees), with the opportunity to buy or sell up to five days holiday per calendar year
• Enhanced pay during maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Life assurance of 6 x basic salary
• RAH’s canteen offers free hot and cold meals, including vegetarian options, to staff whilst at work
• Employee Assistance Programme

The Royal Albert Hall is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We encourage candidates from all cultures and backgrounds to apply.

The Royal Albert Hall are partnering with Ed Cherry at QuarterFive for this appointment. 

QuarterFive are a specialist agency for charities and NFPs. We provide clients with access to the best talent in the sector, and offer candidates expert support in securing their next role.

Power to Change is the think-do tank that backs community business. We turn bold ideas into action so communities have the power to change what matters to them. We know community business works to build stronger communities and better places to live. We’ve seen people create resilient and prosperous local economies when power is in community hands. We also know the barriers that stand in the way of their success. We’re using our experience to bring partners together to do, test and learn what works. We’re shaping the conditions for community business to thrive. 

Role Purpose

This role is responsible for leading the delivery of our communications strategy, providing both strategic and operational support across the organisation. Acting as the central point for all external communications, this role oversees our website, social media, media engagement, and programme of events. The role also manages responsive communications, reputational risk, and the line management of a Communications Officer. 

This year is an exciting one at Power to Change. After a brand refresh in 2024, we are now celebrating our ten year anniversary. This role will therefore be critical in overseeing our ten year anniversary celebrations. In addition to this, we have an ambitious advocacy and learning approach this year across our three themes: building community power, financing the future economy, and taking back the high street. This role will also lead on relaunching our Take Back the High Street campaign in the autumn. 

Role responsibilities

Central communication responsibilities  

• Ensure our communications approach continues to solidify our new role and brand as a think-do tank with key audiences.   

• Work closely with colleagues across our three thematic areas – take back the high street, build community power and finance the future economy – to ensure our messaging is clear and we are part of the public debate.   

• Take ownership of our organisational communications grid to ensure we are delivering a balanced and impactful communications output throughout the year.  

• Manage and oversee our planned programme of events, stakeholder engagement, and digital campaigns linked to our organisational 10th anniversary.  

• Lead our high streets theme communications, including providing strategic communications and advocacy advice. 

Stakeholder engagement responsibilities  

• Ensure there is a clear understanding of our audiences across the staff team so that we have strong, clear and up-to-date messaging for our most important stakeholders.     

• Work closely with the Policy Manager (Advocacy) and External Affairs Officer to oversee our approach to stakeholder management and engagement and support others across the organisation to embed this approach in their day-to-day work.    

Media/PR responsibilities  

• Work with the Communications Officer to implement our media strategy and secure positive coverage for community businesses and Power to Change in national, local, and sector media.    

• Support colleagues across the organisation to engage with the media and to craft compelling blogs, op-eds, etc., to increase our influence.   

• Work with the Communications Officer and External Affairs Officer on media scanning, analysis and responsiveness, ensuring that there is a good awareness of the common topics investigated by the media.  

Digital communications responsibilities  

• Be the organisational lead for the website, social media, and content planning, maintaining and developing our content so that it engages our audiences, supports our messaging, and champions accessible, inclusive communications.  

• Work with the Communications Officer to implement our social media strategy.  

• Work with the Communications Officer to support colleagues across the organisation in developing digital content and their own professional digital presence in their areas of expertise.  

Other communication responsibilities   

• Work with our Communications Officer, External Affairs Officer, and other key colleagues to implement our events strategy.  

• Manage responsive communications and reputational risks, providing advice and guidance to colleagues and the Executive team.  

• Work with the Insight Manager and Communications Officer on implementing our new narrative-led impact reporting process and identifying potential content for external use through that process.  

  Skills and experience 

  Substantial knowledge of:  

  • Communications and campaigns.   

  Substantial experience of:  

  • Leading and managing communications teams.  

  • Developing and implementing communications strategies.  

  • Press and PR.  

  • Social media and digital comms​.  

  • Events management.  

  • Campaign strategy and delivery.  

  The ability to:  

  • Synthesise and communicate complex information.  

  • Build partnerships, coalitions and alliances.  

  • Analyse opportunities, aligning with our strategy​.  

  • Manage projects including budget management.  

  • Convene diverse groups and facilitate discussions.  

  • Influence with written and verbal communication.  

  • Horizon scan, using intelligence to predict trends and forecast opportunities and risks.  

  With a preference for:  

  • Building relationships with others internally and externally.  

  • Collaborating with others across the organisation.  

  • Reflective practice and adapting to change.  

  • Networking and connecting with others.  

  • Knowledge of community business and/or think tank sectors.