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We are looking for both newly qualified and experienced friendly adult counsellors, dedicated to improving the mental health and emotional resilience of our community.
Our ideal candidate is commited to providing a high standard in their work, with a passion to supporting clients to help them on their journey towards positive mental health and who embed and share Beacon's values.
You will be delivering 1:1 counselling, face to face appintments and potentially remote and be able to work evening to meet the demand and needs of our clients, with a minimum delivery commitment of 15 client hours per week.
Out ideal applicant with be enthusiastic, caring, positive and commited to learning and developing with their role to ensure we continue to provide the best service for our clients.
Application is by both CV and covering letter. Email address for applying can be found in the application pack.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who We’re Looking For and why join us
At Refugee Legal Support (RLS), we seek a visionary and compassionate leader to become our first Executive Director. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape the future of a values-driven legal organisation that stands in solidarity with people on the move.
With our current strategy concluding in 2025, we’re looking for a leader who can build on our strong foundations and guide the development of our next strategic plan, ensuring organisational cohesion at every step of this journey. You will bring strategic vision, expertise, and a collaborative approach to drive RLS’s future direction, strengthen anti-racist practices and accountability whilst empowering teams across Greece, the UK, and Northern France.
This role uniquely combines strategic oversight with hands-on work, bridging urgent client needs with long-term systemic change. For a leader passionate about migrant justice and equity, this is a career-defining opportunity to sustain and grow RLS’s mission while shaping its future.
Role Overview:
The Executive Director is a new role for RLS. The successful candidate will lead RLS through its next phase of development, providing strategic leadership, promoting organisational cohesion and accountability whilst driving the fulfilment of our mission. As a representative and advocate for RLS, the Executive Director will oversee key areas such as organisational development, strategic planning, fundraising, robust financial planning, risk management, staff well-being, and external relations.
Core Responsibilities:
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Organisational Development
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Review and enhance RLS’s organisational structure and cohesiveness across offices and teams.
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Implement strategic outcomes to ensure efficient and aligned operations.
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Strategic Planning
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Lead on developing and delivering strategic plans in alignment with RLS’s values and mission, incorporating regular reviews.
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Ensure the sustainability of RLS’s mission and core programmes.
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Lead the Management Team
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Guide and support the Management Team, fostering effective collaboration.
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Promote project integration, efficient delivery, and cross-team development.
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Embed and promote robust accountability.
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Governance
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Work with and leverage the knowledge of the RLS’s Board of Trustees and thematic sub-committees to drive positive change and ensure sustainability.
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Work with the chair of trustees and relevant subcommittees to maintain, review and improve existing governance structures and delegation schemes to enhance efficiency.
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Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
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Ensure RLS’s compliance with relevant regulations and effective risk management across operations in collaboration with managers. This includes SQM, OISC, LAA, employment law and regulations in foreign jurisdictions.
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HR Oversight & Staff Development
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Oversee HR functions, promote professional growth, and prioritise staff well-being.
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Foster an inclusive and supportive working environment.
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Fundraising & Financial Oversight
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Deliver robust financial planning and drive RLS’s fundraising efforts in collaboration with management team and trustees.
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Engage with key funders and develop sustainable funding strategies.
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External Representation & Advocacy
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Serve as the public face of RLS, advocating for our mission through media, events, and partnerships. Where considered appropriate, the Executive Director will be deputised by members of staff or management in external communications.
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Act as a key contact for the Board of Trustees, promoting transparent communication between staff, management and board.
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Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
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Own, review and implement appropriate MEL frameworks and practices.
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Implement progressive and compassionate accountability structures to ensure transparency across the organisation.
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Person Specification
Essential:
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Proven leadership in an organisation focused on human rights, migration, or a related sector.
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Strong strategic planning and organisational development experience, ideally in a fast-growing setting.
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Experience of fundraising and financial management within the third sector.
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Experience leading remote, diverse teams and implementing inclusive HR practices.
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Deep understanding of the immigration and asylum landscape in the UK and Europe.
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Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to represent RLS effectively to partners and the public.
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Be responsive
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Culturally sensitive
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Have a strong commitment to advancing migrant justice.
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A dynamic and innovative self-starter.
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Be highly organised.
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Be an active listener and a progressive leader.
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Be objective and apply good judgement in difficult situations.
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Fluent in English.
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The successful candidate will be required to obtain an enhanced DBS certificate (we cover the cost). However, a criminal record is not necessarily a barrier to recruitment but should be disclosed on application;
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Have the right to work in the UK.
Desirable:
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Deep understanding and/or experience of working in an international context.
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A qualified practising or non-practising lawyer in the area of immigration and/ or human rights.
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Lived experience related to migration, or legal knowledge in immigration and asylum.
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Language skills relevant to our areas of operation, particularly Greek or French.
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Experience and understanding of pro bono legal projects.
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Experience in public speaking, media engagement, or international advocacy.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a passionate, commercially astute and visitor focused operational leader? Do you possess an entrepreneurial spirit with a forward-thinking and growth orientated vision, keen to deliver quality within all areas of the visitor experience? Come and join our leadership team to help shape the future direction of our Charity and visitor attraction.
Job title: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Hours: 37.5 per week. Flexibility will be considered working a minimum of 30 hours per week / 0.9 full time equivalent. Salary and pay will be adjusted accordingly.
Work pattern: 5 days per week. The majority of hours will be worked during office hours Monday to Friday, however Winchester Science Centre offers a 7 day a week experience with events on several evenings per week. To best support the team there will be occasional work, meetings and events in evenings, early mornings and at weekends which will be compensated by time off in lieu.
Salary: £60,000-£70,000 per annum depending on experience (pro rata if working fewer than 37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Line manager: CEO
Responsible for: Head of Visitor Experiences, Head of Events, Head of Marketing and Head of Curiosity
Holiday: 27 days per annum plus bank holidays based on working 37.5 hours per week. Option to buy/sell some leave and gain additional days for continuous service after four years.
Location: Winchester and Eastleigh. Occasional travel within the UK will be required.
Benefits: Cash health scheme, life assurance, buy/sell annual leave, long service holiday bonus, café and shop discount, free tickets to WSC and partner attractions, family friendly leave, wellbeing policy, mental health first aiders, cycle to work scheme, financial loans, flexible IT, casual dress, staff events, free parking, pension contribution, inflationary pay rise and more.
Application deadline: 6th January 2025 09:00
About us
Wonderseekers (the Charity behind Winchester Science Centre) strives to engage all children with science so they can live happier, healthier and more sustainable lives and contribute to improving life on earth. The Charity runs Winchester Science Centre - a vibrant, hands-on experience for young children. Promising an exciting day out for families, with curriculum-linked trips for schools and an evening events programme, the Science Centre welcomes over 170,000 visitors every year. Through our magnificent planetarium and live science experiences, science is brought to life in imaginative, fun and accessible ways that means everyone is included.
The Role
Are you a passionate, commercially astute and visitor focused operational leader? Do you possess an entrepreneurial spirit with a forward-thinking and growth orientated vision, keen to deliver quality within all areas of the visitor experience? Come and join our leadership team to help shape the future direction of our Charity and visitor attraction.
This is a key period of growth for our Charity, with the delivery of our new strategy and exciting capital and activity Masterplan in the pipeline. This will be the single largest development in our 38 year history, whereby we are investing over £6m in further expanding our base of operations in driving further financial resilience and reducing risks to the charity. The growth will enable our Charity to maximise its social impact: empowering thousands of children to develop the science skills and nature agency to act on the climate and biodiversity crises.
This newly-created role will play a vital part in enabling and shaping the very exciting future of Wonderseekers.
The post-holder will lead all of our of Charity operations at Winchester Science Centre including;
- Visitor experiences (including customer services, exhibition, retail and catering)
- Events (for families and adult audiences)
- Curiosity (education, planetarium, and live science engagement)
- Marketing
Working alongside the Chief Financial Officer, the post-holder will deputise for our CEO from time to time representing the charity to external stakeholders and partners.
The Chief Operations Officer (COO) will be a commercially astute and visitor focused operational leader who possesses an entrepreneurial spirit. Through their inspirational, values-based, and collaborative approach, they will always look for new opportunities to innovate and drive growth.
The post holder will bring their wealth of experience as an operational leader with a proven track record within a large visitor attraction to provide expert knowledge to lead a large and diverse team to success.
The COO will be an integral part of the SLT to support business planning by translating the vision, goals, and strategy for the Charity into operational and business plans. They will demonstrate strong financial leadership helping to provide best value and deliver on agreed targets.
Key accountabilities
- Delivery of Commercial Objectives – Drive the commercial performance of our visitor centre, growing revenue whilst managing costs.
- Strategic development - As a member of the leadership team, the COO will play a key role in supporting the CEO with the strategic development of the Charity, bringing a commercial and operational mindset. The COO will attend Board meetings and other Trustee committees.
Main responsibilities
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the commercial operations team to enhance business performance and standards whilst driving efficiency
- Deliver effective, empowering and engaging operational leadership across a large and diverse team of over 80 people
- Lead on the commercial operational strategy and translate strategy into actionable steps for growth and increased impact
- With the CFO manage all aspects of commercial operational risk including reporting and monitoring
- Manage and deliver transformational change through a period of significant growth
- Closely manage income and expenditure targets for a turnover of over £3.5m ensuring best value is delivered for the Charity.
- Represent the Charity at various offsite meetings including public speaking
- Collaborate with the senior leadership team to set and drive organisational vision and support the strategic direction of the Charity
- Ensure that the commercial operations teams activities are aligned to the Charity’s sustainability strategy and plans
Interview process:
Provisional interview dates are 14th or 23rd January (stage one), 27th, 28th or 29th Jan (stage two)
We look forward to getting to know you through our friendly and welcoming two-stage interview process. This will include panel interviews with Ben (CEO), Lizi (CFO) and some Trustees. There will also be a pre-interview task / presentation and the opportunity to informally meet the wider senior leadership team (SLT).
We can’t wait to hear from you! Please contact us if you’d like to arrange an informal chat, or have any questions about the role before applying.
Ready to Apply?
When you are ready to apply, please submit your application through our recruitment portal https://www.wonderseekers.charity/vacancies.
You will be asked to submit your contact details and answer a few questions so we can get to know you.
Please keep your responses concise, this is your opportunity to really stand out. After answering these questions, please upload your cover letter and CV.
If you have any other questions or wish to arrange an informal phone call prior to applying, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Need information in a different format or would like to apply in an alternative way? Just get in touch using the email address above, or call our office and book a call with HR.
No recruitment agencies, thank you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for a talented and ambitious Regional Partnership Lead in the SouthEast of England to join a well respected national health charity. You will be responsible for growing local corporate income by identifying and securing new relationships and partnerships across a wide range of sectors.
This is a homebased role with the requirement for regular travel within the regional area, with the option to work flexibly between home and the Surrey or London office.
The Charity
A well loved and passionate charity providing dedicated support for health and end of life care. They are a warm, inclusive team with a collaborative working culture and incredibly flexible working options. Benefits include a Personal Pension Scheme, Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation system and Employee Assistance Programme.
The Role
Develop bespoke, creative and robust cultivation and stewardship plans to engage top prospects.
Undertake prospect research to identify suitable target companies and brands and key contacts within those companies.
Lead on writing compelling, creative, tailored, commercially focused and winning proposals and pitches.
Support community fundraising colleagues in your region with their corporate approaches and stewardship as appropriate (This post should be 75% focused on your own income targets and 25% supporting colleagues).
The Candidate
Experience of writing proposals, delivering pitches and winning corporate partnerships with up to and over 100k value.
Experience of developing and managing sales pipelines.
Experience of identifying, prospecting and securing new corporate leads.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.
We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.
Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.
Bring your environmental passion for rivers to life!
Are you an enthusiastic finance professional who prides themselves on their attention to detail and excellence? Would you like to work with the finance team for a charity who is invested in improving and making a real difference to our rivers here within the south east of England, which hosts some of the rarest Chalk streams on the planet?
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity to join the South East Rivers Trust's Finance and Operations Team. We are a small dynamic team, sitting at the heart of the organisation. The role reports directly to the Finance Manager and will provide support in administering all financial controls and processing for the organisation. The successful applicant will come from a financial background with a strong understanding of financial principles, an accounting qualification and proficiency in Excel. They will have experience in bookkeeping, reconciling accounts as well as dealing with banking, grant applications and expenses.
The role would suit an individual, who is approachable and organised, with excellent attention to detail, able to work on their own or as part of a team. The role involves liaising and following up with all teams to ensure the data provided is accurate and timely, to support grant applications, payments and audit requirements.
To be successful, they will need to be able to multitask, be proactive and have excellent communication skills, following up and advising staff across all teams. They will need to have a positive attitude, and willingness to assist the whole team with other administrative tasks as and when required. This role is predominantly working from home, with at least one day per week working in the office in Leatherhead.
This is a part time position (0.6 FTE) to include Monday and Thursday. There may be a requirement to pick up additional hours to support with busy periods.
About Us
The South East Rivers Trust (SERT), is the river restoration charity for the South East of England. Our vision is that rivers across the south east are clean, healthy and rich in biodiversity. Our mission is to restore and protect rivers and their catchments against multiple threats and a dramatically changing climate. We do this by:
• delivering evidence-based and nature-based solutions on land and in rivers;
• inspiring and empowering more people to protect rivers for the future.
Working at SERT is rewarding, fulfilling and busy. We work collaboratively and with passion, and this is reflected in our core values of: delivering high quality work, using expertise and scientific understanding, building good and effective relationships, and bringing positive energy to all we do. With rivers and catchments needing serious action to survive, our aims are growth and impact – so you’ll be comfortable with challenges and excited by change. If this sounds like an environment that you would thrive in, we would love to hear from you.
If you are interested in applying for this role please visit our website for more information, a full job description and application form.
How to apply:
Please apply via our website and send the following documents:
· Your CV
· a completed Application for Employment
· Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form (optional)
The deadline for application is 11:59pm on Wednesday 4th December 2024. We reserve the right to close the recruitment early.
Interviews will take place week commencing 9th December 2024.
Interested?
Please click the apply button to be taken to our website, where you can download the Job Application form and complete your application.
Please note: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We do not sponsor applicants from overseas.
We help rivers thrive again for communities and nature.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
MLC Partners are working with a leading children’s charity who are doing amazing things for some of the most vulnerable young people in London and the South East. Following some changes within the HR team, they are looking to recruit a People Business Partner on a permanent basis. The role has the opportunity to help shape the delivery of HR services across the organisation and work with a People Director who is a supportive leader with a track record of developing people.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Review, update and revise organisational HR policies and procedures, ensuring these are rolled out effectively.
- Take a leading role in the upskilling and support of managers across the charity to allow a more hands-off approach from the people team.
- Manage employee relation cases, where these have been escalated from the advisor in the HR team or other line managers.
- Develop new reports for SMT to allow improved strategic decision making and better use of data collection.
The successful candidate will:
- Understand ‘what good looks like’ within HR, ideally having written new policies and procedures.
- Preferably have experience within the charity space, but candidates with transferable skills from other sectors are also encouraged to apply.
- Be an excellent communicator, able to influence decision making in the wider workplace.
This is a great opportunity to join an organisation who are doing fantastic work at the centre of their communities. Applications will be reviewed daily, so please do not delay in applying. For more information or a broader discussion about your job search, please contact Jamie Elliott at MLC Partners.
Sight Scotland is Scotland’s leading charity providing specialist care, education and research for people with vision impairment. The charity has been in existence for over 230 years, and offer a variety of services in the community as well as education, transcription into alternative formats and residential care for adults and children. Their vision is of an inclusive Scotland where people of all visual abilities have the opportunity to thrive. To achieve their mission they are looking for a Supporter Fundraiser who will proactively engage with supporters, community groups and volunteers in the community.
The Digital and Social Media Creative is a new post, joining the Fundraising team within a newly formed Cause and Engagement team. It is an exciting time to join with investment in the Fundraising team, a new organisational strategy and direction, and a roadmap for fundraising planned. The charity is recruiting for 5 other fundraising roles alongside this role, including another digital fundraising role.
This role is responsible for developing and creating engaging digital content and for managing Sight Scotland’s social media channels. This role requires a mix of creativity, digital storytelling and a passion for social media in the charity sector. The role will enhance Sight Scotland’s online presence and engage their audiences, inspiring people to donate, take part in sponsored events and online campaign actions as well as contacting the charities for support with sight loss.
It is important that the successful candidate for this role has existing experience of working within a charity/fundraising environment. In order to ensure the role is successful, an understanding of fundraising and how we can effectively apply digital tools and techniques to support income generation is vital.
To apply, please download the Candidate pack and contact THINK Recruitment for a screening call.
Eden Brown Charities is currently recruiting for a Regional Fundraiser to join a much loved Charity in Birmingham. You will be working closely with the Regional Fundraising Manager to drive forward the current fundraising strategy as well as demonstrate substantial growth in net income. This really is a wonderful Charity that makes a huge difference to women, children and their families.
About the role
You will be joining an established, friendly fundraising team and will be responsible for promoting fundraising products and events within the local area. You will also be able to drive your innovative ideas forward by engaging with local schools, churches and other community organisations. As Regional Fundraiser you will be responsible for working towards personal income targets as well as maintaining high quality fundraising by keeping yourself updated with developments in the wider sector. You will build new networks within the area and ensure that supporters are given an excellent supporter experience.
About you
To be successful in this role you will have had a minimum of two years' experience in a Fundraising role or a role with a similar skill set i.e account management and have had proven experience of managing volunteers. You must have excellent communication skills and have the ability to motivate and inspire groups of volunteers. You must also be flexible to work evenings and weekends. Please note that this is a remote role with travel around the Birmingham area. Flexible/ condensed hours are available. Please contact Laura Iliff on 07442607841 for more information.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Nightingale Hammerson is an independent charity and a leading specialist in the care of older people. We have served the Jewish community since 1840. We have two care homes, Nightingale House in Clapham and Hammerson House in East Finchley.
Hammerson House, Wohl Campus is a modern 116 bedded home near East Finchley Tube station, with residential, nursing, dementia, respite, and palliative care services.
The home offers a warm and comfortable environment, with personalised care that centralises the needs of the residents, with on-site therapists, dieticians, and a wealth of activities for residents to enjoy.
Hammerson House has been rated as 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in its first year of operation.
The Role
We are seeking a receptionist for Hammerson House to provide a welcoming and professional front-of-house service, support daily operations, and ensure excellent customer service for all visitors and residents.
Who are we looking for?
Although welcome, no previous experience is required as full training will be provided.
You take pride in ensuring your work is always completed to a high standard and can maintain an organised environment. Often managing multiple requests at once, you’ll be comfortable multitasking, able to work on your own initiative unsupervised and where necessary working with other teams to ensure our residents are kept happy in their home.
You will have a cheerful, compassionate, respectful, and caring approach and good communication and interpersonal skills. With an understanding of the needs of older people and the desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of others.
Hours
Full Time – 37.5 hours per week
Salary
£25,643.00 per annum
What is in it for you?
- A friendly, supportive, team working environment
- Subsidised staff canteens
- Training & development opportunities
- 25 days (plus bank holidays) annual leave, increasing over time
- Refer a friend bonus scheme (T&C Applied)
- Perkbox
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If you meet the above requirements, we'd love to hear from you! It's also very important to us that as well as meeting the job description, you can bring a wealth of experience and qualities that make you ideal for working with the elderly on a daily basis.
Values
Embrace and embody our core values of Compassion, Respect, Excellence, Dignity, Integrity, and Teamwork.
Safeguarding
Our positions are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosures, which will be completed upon a successful application. All applications will be handled individually, following our policy and organisational requirements. Please do not apply if you require sponsorship.
Diversity
We champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and residents we serve. You'll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.
Everything we do is with a ‘Residents first’ approach.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are working in partnership with Anvil Arts, an independent charitable trust, and the largest performing arts organisation in Hampshire. They operate three fantastic cultural venues in Basingstoke, including The Anvil (1,400-seat), which is renowned as one of the top 5 concert halls in country. Within the same building is The Forge – an intimate 95-seat studio theatre, and in the heart of the town centre is The Haymarket, a 400-seat theatre set within a Grade II listed building.
Anvil Arts creates a year-round programme encompassing the best in music, performance, cultural education, arts participation, and outreach work. Since opening in 1994, they have sold over 5,000,000 tickets and brought audiences to Basingstoke from as far afield as Argentina, Iceland, Canada, and Japan.
They are now seeking to appoint a Deputy Chief Executive, a new post in the Executive Leadership Team structure, reporting to the Chief Executive. The postholder will have a tight grasp on the overall operations of Anvil Arts, ensuring the continued growth of their reach and activities. Responsibility for all operational aspects of the artistic programme, strategy development that sets ambitious yet achievable targets that reflect the brand and values of Anvil Arts, driving additional earned revenue opportunities and ensuring that financial and operational capacity matches the organisation’s ambitions, will be expected.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
• A proven track record of successful management in venue/s or performing arts company operations, including financial oversight.
• Experience in strategic planning, policy development, and decision-making.
• Experience of maximising revenue streams and cost effectiveness.
• Health and Safety training or qualification, e.g. IOSH Managing Safely.
• Personal Licence holder.
We are seeking a dynamic and creative individual, able to balance the strategic and operational aspects of this rewarding role. Great communication and interpersonal skills, and strong leadership qualities, with the capacity to motivate and manage a diverse team will be key.
For more information, please contact Katherine Anderson-Scott, Associate Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other category protected by law.
• Closing date: 12th January 2025
• Interviews with Anvil Arts: 23rd January onwards
• Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by close of play on the 16th January prior to shortlisting on the 17th January
Sight Scotland is Scotland’s leading charity providing specialist care, education and research for people with vision impairment. The charity has been in existence for over 230 years, and offer a variety of services in the community as well as education, transcription into alternative formats and residential care for adults and children. Their vision is of an inclusive Scotland where people of all visual abilities have the opportunity to thrive. To achieve their mission they are looking for a Supporter Fundraiser who will proactively engage with supporters, community groups and volunteers in the community.
The Supporter Fundraiser will join Sight Scotland at an exciting stage, with a newly formed Cause and Engagement team, a new organisational strategy and direction, and a roadmap for fundraising planned. The charity is recruiting for 5 other fundraising roles alongside this role.
This role gets to see the full spectrum of what Sight Scotland’s amazing supporters do for the charity. You will spend time out and about meeting supporters across Scotland, understanding their fundraising goals and supporting them to achieve and surpass them. You will engage with community groups, speak at schools and workplaces, recruit and manage volunteers and support the delivery of fundraising events.
This role would suit someone who enjoys building relationships with people across a wide spectrum of age, background, disability, and motivation. You would need to be enthusiastic, proactive and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. A willingness to travel is a must as you will need to be out from behind a desk to build those all important relationships. There will be some evening and weekend work (for which TOIL is provided), so flexibility is key.
You might see similar roles called Community Fundraiser or Regional Fundraiser.
This role is an excellent starting point for fundraising as a career path, but some experience within charities would be useful for this role. This role could suit someone who has experience as a Fundraising Assistant and is looking to step into a role with more responsibility and supporter interaction, or perhaps someone who has worked in a different team within a charity but can demonstrate great relationship building skills.
To apply, please see the details in the Candidate Pack and contact THINK Recruitment for a screening call.
Salary: £28,000-£32,000
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Location: London/ Hybrid – 1-2 days per month in office
Benefits: International elements, flexibility with direction of role, passionate team
We have an excellent opportunity for a Strategic Partnerships Coordinator working for the empowering, World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts. This role will support the Strategic Partnerships Manager in securing new income-generating partnerships aligned with the charity’s vision and purpose. There will be opportunities for you to develop your strategic partnership skills while providing strong and effective support to the team.
As part of this exciting role, you will have the satisfaction of implementing the empowerment of girls and young women by delivering high quality, non-formal education programmes and international opportunities. This role is versatile with the opportunity to take your role into the direction you desire.
To be successful as the Strategic Partnerships Coordinator, you will need:
- Proven experience of working within the not for profit and/or private sector, and supporting the securing of new funding partnerships.
- Experience of developing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- An interest in non-formal education, issues affecting girls and young women globally, and international development.
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Heather on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable charity jobs. We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment in the charity sector and partner with you as the leading charity recruitment agency.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Job Opportunity: Carer's Assessment Caseworker
Are you passionate about supporting unpaid carers and making a real difference in their lives? Our client, a well-established charity, is looking for a dedicated and empathetic Carer's Caseworker to join their dynamic team.
- Role: Carer's Assessment Caseworker
- Organisation Type: Charity
- Location: London (Hybrid Working)
- Salary: £15+ per hour
- Employment Type: Full-time, temporary (37.5 hours per week)
Role Overview: As a Carer's Caseworker, you'll provide essential support to unpaid adult carers by conducting assessments, developing individualised care plans, and partnering with local organisations to raise awareness of carers' rights. This role plays a key part in ensuring carers receive the emotional, practical, and financial assistance they need to manage their responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct thorough carer assessments and create personalised support plans in line with the Care Act 2014
- Assist carers with applications for financial support, including Carers Personal Budgets
- Provide emotional and practical support, particularly during crises
- Facilitate carer support groups and events (occasional evening events may apply)
- Build partnerships with local authorities, NHS bodies, and organisations to raise awareness of carers' needs
- Maintain accurate case records on Carers Network and Local Authority databases (e.g., Mosaic)
- Contribute to reports for management and external funding bodies
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experience working with diverse clients and managing their own caseload
- Strong IT, organisational, and administrative skills to be able to navigate multiple systems
- Knowledge of issues affecting unpaid carers and relevant legislation, such as the Care Act 2014
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to high-quality support services
- Experience in outreach, networking, and partnership-building
- Passion for supporting the mission of a growing charity
If you're ready to make a real impact and improve the lives of unpaid carers, apply today for an immediate start!
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We eagerly await your response.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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At Bipolar UK we are passionate about improving understanding of mental health and empowering people affected by bipolar to lead their best lives.
Every month we empower 1,000 people to stay well and we plan to support many more. We offer specialist information and resources through our website, host over 80 peer support groups monthly and offer a 1-1 peer support line and moderated eCommunity. We also work with research organistions and campaign to ensure bipolar voices are heard.
The Senior Marketing Officer will work closely with the communications team, stakeholders and an external agency to develop strategic, audience-driven campaign assets and deliver an impactful and integrated awareness campaign. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact in mental health and improve lives across the UK.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience of developing, delivering and evaluating high-profile integrated marketing campaigns, working to tight deadlines, prioritising a high workload, together with excellent written and verbal communications skills and experience of developing a range of emotionally engaging content for multi-media channels is essential.
Knowledge of current digital marketing trends, an understanding of SEO best practices and experience of managing complex relationships with agencies, external suppliers, funders and a wide range of internal stakeholders is also essential.
An understanding of bipolar is desirable and we welcome applications from those with lived experience of bipolar either themselves or through family and friends.
Our mission is to empower everyone affected by bipolar to live well and fulfil their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Movember is the leading charity changing the face of men’s health globally, tackling mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. In our mission to stop men dying too young, we’re seeking a Fundraising Manager to join our London based team.
About the role:
The Fundraising Manager is responsible for growing revenue in the UK, with a strong focus on the Movember campaign. You will focus on both acquisition and retention of Student Ambassadors and University Mo’s.
The role will be expected to deliver on annual revenue targets and will work collaboratively with other teams at Movember to do this.
You will also work on cross-team projects to create remarkable experiences for our supporters which keep them coming back to the charity.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Develop the fundraising strategy for the University audience and delivers this to agreed timescales and revenue targets
- Provide reporting on opportunities and work in progress as required
- Identify and develop new opportunities within their assigned community portfolio
- Develop and manage a pipeline of high value fundraising prospects
- Actively build and maintain a portfolio of high value relationships
- Develop and execute a personalised, multi-channel supporter journey to your assigned contacts both in and outside of campaign
- Work with the global teams to ensure that the fundraising proposition is translated in to meaningful and effective ‘tools’ (online and offline) which drive great engagement and fundraising
- Manage the Student Ambassador Programme ensuring Ambassadors are empowered to fulfil their roles and have a remarkable experience
- Attend Fundraising events where we are required to provide a remarkable experience
- Support the Senior Community Fundraising Manager and team members to deliver growth and revenue targets for Fundraising
For this role, you’ll need:
- 3+ years’ experience in fundraising roles
- Proven track record in managing successful fundraising activities and meeting targets
- Experience of managing projects from start to finish
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of stakeholders
- Strong organisation skills, the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Adept at team working, collaborating effectively with colleagues across the organisation
- Sound knowledge of fundraising law and best practice
Bonus points for:
- Experience in fundraising with universities
Why Movember?
Movember is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and workplace - a place where we can all be ourselves, and each have the equal opportunity to succeed and be recognised for our unique contribution. We value the experiences, skills and perspectives of all individuals and actively encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds. We make recruitment decisions based on applicants’ skills, experience and knowledge, ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Our employee benefits include:
- Hybrid/Flexible working – we offer our team a split of home and office working
- 13 weeks paid Parental Leave and 6 weeks annual leave
- Health Cash Plan – to support the costs of everyday healthcare needs (dental, optical, wellbeing)
- An Employee Assistance Programme offering face to face counselling, plus legal and financial support
- A fun stimulating and collaborating culture, with company events
- Service awards after 3, 5 and 10 years
- Bike to work scheme
- Half day Fridays for 9 months of the year
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.