Communications Jobs
About The Advocacy Project
We help people speak up and make decisions about their health, wellbeing and social care. We’re here to make sure people who are vulnerable because of their circumstance can understand their rights, make effective choices about their lives and voice their concerns.
Some of the ways we do this include:
· advocacy services that make sure people can express their wishes when decisions are being made about their care or wellbeing
· user involvement projects that help organisations improve what they offer by listening to people who use their services
· local Healthwatch services, which act as health and social care champions for the areas they serve and give people a direct channel to share their feedback
· innovative Personal Health Budget projects that allow people to access items and services to improve their wellbeing.
Our services are independent, confidential, and free to those receiving them. Together, our teams are standing up for essential rights and supporting people to have a say on the issues that matter to them.
About the role
The post-holder will provide independent advocacy in various settings, including in the community, people’s homes, and hospital settings including mental health wards. You’ll raise awareness of advocacy, including for people from minority ethnic communities. You’ll work as part of a team of independent advocates, reporting to the Advocacy Service Manager.
You will work as part of the Westminster and RBKC advocacy team. You may also need to carry out your role in other London boroughs.
Under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will be required to visit CQC registered care homes and would be subject to government requirements.
Key responsibilities
î Provide advocacy for eligible people under Mental Health Act 2007, the Health and Social Care Act 2012, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and under the Care Act 2014.
î Provide a one-to-one advocacy service for people and undertake case work, evidencing and uploading case notes and data in a timely manner.
î Provide instructed and non-instructed advocacy, where appropriate.
î Provide information, support or signpost clients in order to inform or empower individuals on any issues about their treatment under the relevant legislation.
î Act as duty advocate for our Single Point of Access referral line on a rota basis.
î Meet case-working standards, monitoring system requirements and the goals for our service, making sure everyone needing advocacy is referred into the service in the right way.
î Work within the location-specific engagement protocols, security, confidentiality and safeguarding policies (in addition to the Advocacy Best Practice Handbook).
î Actively promote self-advocacy throughout all work with patients, where practical.
î Raise awareness of independent advocacy and referring pathways to eligible people and referring agencies.
î Keep your knowledge of legislation and policy up-to-date, including the mental health act, mental capacity act, care act, and local / national policy.
î Keep up to date with developments and good practice in independent advocacy (including different advocacy models).
î Develop good working relationships with key staff within health and social care services.
î Be an active member of the advocacy service, contributing to service planning and providing cover for other colleagues when needed.
General responsibilities
î Participate in team meetings and training.
î Participate in personal, team and organisational development.
î Contribute to monitoring reports.
î Keep to our policies, including health & safety, and risk regulations.
î Work to our mission, vision, and values.
î Carry out other projects and tasks as needed.
Person specification
Person specification
We welcome applications from people with transferrable skills and qualities, and people with diverse employment histories and personal backgrounds.
Essential qualities and attributes:
î Understanding of the role and responsibilities of an advocate.
î Understanding of issues faced by people with mental health conditions, physical health conditions and learning disabilities.
î Ability to listen and build trust, to encourage people to express their own views and to represent clients’ self-defined interests.
î Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal). Good at working with a wide variety of people including commissioners, service users and colleagues.
î IT literate, including working knowledge of Microsoft packages (Excel, Word, Outlook).
î Commitment to working within The Advocacy Project code of conduct, equality and safeguarding policies.
î Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative, to plan and prioritise your own workload.
î Willingness to promote The Advocacy Project and its services in line with our mission, vision and values.
î Commitment to ongoing professional development.
Desirable knowledge, experience and qualifications:
î Experience of delivering different forms of advocacy (instructed and non-instructed; IMHA, ICAA, IMCA, IHCA,) within a statutory advocacy service.
î Knowledge of the Mental Health Act / Mental Capacity Act / Care Act and other statutory legislation as it applies to advocacy.
î Knowledge of mental health sections and social care services, including current issues in policy and practice.
î Understanding of the Accessible Information Standard.
î Advocacy qualification.
Benefits of working for us
We’re committed to providing an empowering, flexible and supportive working environment for all our staff.
Our employee benefits include 30 days annual leave (including up to 3 days between Christmas and New Year), participation in a pension scheme with 6% employer contribution, access to a free confidential counselling service, and an interest-free travel/bike loan.
All our staff are supported to learn and develop in a variety of ways, including a monthly lecture series where we invite sector experts to talk to our staff on topical issues.
We are a Mindful Employer.
We welcome applications from people with transferrable skills and qualities, and people with diverse employment histories and personal backgrounds.
Hybrid working: we deliver in-person services, and hybrid working must prioritise the needs of those receiving our services. The amount of time working from home / offices / face-to-face services will be dependent on the role.
The Advocacy Project is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.
The Advocacy project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children young people and adults we work with. All successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and safer recruitment checks
We help people speak up and make decisions about their health, wellbeing and social care.
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Join Our Team as an Employment and Skills Coach at SNG!
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you have a knack for delivering top-notch advice and support? SNG, a leading Housing Association, is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Employment and Skills Coach to join our innovative team in Wembley
Why You'll Love This Role:
- Impactful Work: Be at the forefront of creating and delivering life-changing employment and training services that meet the diverse needs of our community.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside passionate professionals, leveraging partnerships with local organisations to enhance support for our residents.
- Innovative Approach: Utilise a blend of digital, phone, and direct delivery methods to engage and support customers, helping them achieve their employment goals.
- Professional Growth: Access ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality advice and practical employment support to help customers access training, work placements, and sustainable employment opportunities.
- Lead and manage collaborative Employment and Training programs that maximise the service's reach and impact.
- Maintain high data quality standards and ensure compliance.
- Build positive relationships with customers, helping them plan and achieve their career aspirations through personalised action plans.
- Utilise internal and external partnerships to provide comprehensive support, including financial guidance and digital learning opportunities.
What we're looking for:
- Someone with a passion for coaching and be excited to support customers
- Proven experience in delivering professional advice, guidance, and employment support service, with good knowledge of the local labour market
- Exceptional communication skills and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service
- Strong ability to manage data quality and identify issues effectively.
Outstanding Benefits:
- £450 yearly flexible benefit pot
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
- Chance to buy or sell holiday
- Generous matched pension scheme up to 12% and life cover at 4x salary
- Access to 24/7 virtual GP service
- Wellbeing discounts including gym memberships
- Options for private medical insurance, dental insurance and critical illness cover
Ideally a full UK driving licence and access to your own transport, as some travel throughout the region may be required.
A basic DBS check will also be undertaken for the successful candidate.
Interview Dates:
- Stage 1 – 12th August (Teams)
- Stage 2 – 19th August (in-person)
Join Us and Make a Difference!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
Crisis is the national charity for homeless people. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it.
The Data, Digital and Technology Team sets the heartbeat for Crisis’ core systems., equipping Crisis staff, members and volunteers with the modern technology toolkits that will help us end homelessness
About the role
As our IT Infrastructure Engineer, your technical expertise and problem-solving skills will ensure our systems operate smoothly. In recent years, we have made significant strides to advance our technology environment, with wide-scale cloud migration enabling a hybrid workforce. You will not only maintain our IT infrastructure but also proactively identify and deliver improvements across our networks, servers, hardware, and telephony. You will ensure industrial-strength identity, account, and endpoint management. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the Service Delivery Team to achieve successful incident management and excellent service request outcomes.
You will see the impact of your work through site visits and engagement with staff and volunteers. This is an opportunity for you to use your skills to help us end homelessness while working in a flexible and supportive environment.
About you
If you love putting your brain to work on how to tackle systemic IT challenges, this is the role for you. We are looking for a highly organized engineer with experience in prioritization and working with a team to efficiently execute tasks. You will be an excellent communicator and work collaboratively with customers to design the best solutions together.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 25 days’ annual leave which increases with service to 28 days and option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay
- Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
- And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How to apply
If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below.
Closing date : Sunday 4 August 2024 (at 23:59)
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 28, Thursday 29 and Friday 30 August 2024
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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!
Are you an experienced Fundraising Consultant looking for a meaningful interim role? We have an exciting opportunity that might align with your current job search.
Charity People are partnering with a charity providing free, life-saving treatment to suicidal men at their centres in Liverpool, London, and Newcastle.
Position: Interim Senior Fundraising Consultant
Type: Part-time (3-4 days per week)
Duration: 3 months
Location: Hybrid (London-based), with consideration for fully remote work with occasional visits to the office in the first month
Pay: £382 per day (PAYE), £500 per day (Ltd)
Start Date: Immediate start essential
Role Overview
Month 1:
- Provide interim leadership support to the fundraising team.
- Oversee the fundraising function and ensure appropriate support is in place.
Months 2-3:
- Work closely with the Head of Fundraising at a strategic level.
- Advise on strengthening the charity's position to meet fundraising targets.
- Consult on key priority areas.
- Offer expertise to further fundraising plans as the charity grows into a national entity.
- Prepare the groundwork for the new permanent Philanthropy Lead.
Ideal Candidate
- Extensive experience in a senior fundraising role.
- Comfortable advising and providing feedback on current practices.
- Previous leadership/consultancy experience.
- Highly skilled in communication, building rapport, and forming positive working relationships quickly.
- Ability to influence for results.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply without delay as we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. There will be a one round virtual interview as part of the interview process with a view for successful person to start as soon as possible.
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.
Would you like to join an organisation at the forefront of the fight against cancer?
Key Benefits and Policies
Working Arrangements
- Hybrid Working: We operate a hybrid model with the office open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Full-time staff must be in the office two of these days.
- Flexitime: Core hours are 10am-4pm. Daily working hours are 7.5 hours, including a minimum 30-minute lunch.
Leave and Time Off
- Annual Leave: Entitlement based on length of service (25-30 days). Office closed between Christmas and New Year.
- Sick Leave: Up to 20 days paid sick leave, increasing to 25 days plus 40 days half-pay after one year.
Benefits
- Pension: Auto-enrolment with employer contributions matching up to 5% of salary.
- Healthcare: Private healthcare and dental cover options available.
- Protection: Life assurance, critical illness cover, and Permanent Health Insurance provided.
- Financial Support: Season ticket and cycle-to-work loans available.
- Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health Champions, flu vaccinations, and social events.
- Additional: Dog-friendly office.
Are you a Finance Manager looking to support the development of the accounting team. Based in London, you will collaborate with the US and Netherlands offices to manage financial operations for the Dutch affiliate.
Your day-to-day tasks will include:
- Prepare and analyse financial statements in accordance with Dutch accounting standards.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial control processes.
- Ensure compliance with Dutch tax regulations and audit requirements.
- Manage financial operations including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll.
- Support grant management and financial reporting.
- Identify and implement process improvements.
The skills and attributes you will bring will include:
- Accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience.
- Strong understanding of Dutch accounting standards, particularly RJ 650/640.
- Fluent Dutch speaker with knowledge of Dutch tax matters.
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in financial software (MIP Fund Accounting, MS Excel, Power BI).
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.
Location: Hybrid working between the Aldgate, London office and home.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Policy and Public Affairs to lead our policy development and campaigning to influence the new government to put people with lung conditions at the heart of their work and deliver cleaner air and better NHS services.
Asthma + Lung UK is the only charity in the UK fighting for everyone with a lung condition, aiming for a world where everyone can breathe with healthy lungs. We fund cutting-edge research, provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime. We also campaign for clean air and for better NHS diagnosis and treatment.
You will lead a large multi-disciplinary team to deliver our key policy and influencing activities across health policy at national and local systems level, clean air campaigning and public affairs lobbying. You will be an experienced, empathetic and inclusive leader with the ability to work with colleagues at different levels of seniority and drive our strategy forward.
You will have an in-depth understanding of policy development and how it can be deployed to effect change, knowledge of the political landscape and the pressure points to influence and you will have experience of bringing all of this together in impactful campaigns that improve people’s lives. You will be a strong communicator with the ability to represent the organisation and people with lung conditions at external events. You will have experience in building relationships and pitching bids to funders with the ability to give advice directly to the Chief Executive and Executive Team.
As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), membership of a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free annual season Travelcard loan and pension scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation committed to being the driving force behind the transformation of lung health.
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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!
The Good Shepherd has a long history of supporting the most disadvantaged people in Wolverhampton. Our mission is to end homelessness, support recovery, and create pathways out of poverty.
We are looking to recruit an experienced Team Leader - Operations within the Good Shepherd. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of our day-to-day services. Collaborating closely with the Operations Manager and Service Manager, you will lead and support a dedicated team, ensuring all aspects of our front-of-house triaging, free-to-access food services, and food deliveries are executed efficiently and effectively.
To apply for this role please visit our website.
PLEASE NOTE CV'S WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About The Role
Would you like to lead a dynamic team and ensure the seamless operation our warehouse in support of the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal?
Join our team as a Warehouse Operations Supervisor and enjoy a rewarding Monday to Friday schedule, providing you with a great work-life balance. You will lead a dedicated team, overseeing the daily operations of our warehouse to support the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal. Your role will involve ensuring efficient production, fulfilment, distribution, and supply chain activities, with a strong focus on meeting performance targets and adhering to health, safety, and compliance regulations.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
In this role, you'll manage the performance of both permanent and temporary staff, optimising resources to handle peak periods efficiently. You'll build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, driving improvements in warehouse operations. Your strategic planning will ensure that stock levels are managed, and materials are available to support various fundraising events.
Your leadership will be key in fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, with a commitment to staff development and engagement. You'll have the opportunity to implement innovative processes and drive continuous improvement, enhancing the overall efficiency and impact of our warehouse operations. If you're results-driven and commercially focused, with strong communication and IT skills, we invite you to be part of our mission and contribute to the success of the Poppy Appeal.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
Your normal place of work is our Aylesford Warehouse or such other place within a reasonable distance from your usual place of work as we may reasonably determine.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
24 hours per week (to include Sundays)
£23,436.25 FTE - £15,201.89 pro rata
Location - Northenden shop, 356 Paletine Road, Northenden, Gt. Manchester M22 4HD.
We offer many enhanced benefits including:
-28 days holiday a year, plus Bank Holidays
-Stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%
-Free confidential counselling service: available to all staff and volunteers
-Opportunity for all managers to join our Bespoke Management Development Programme - Compass
Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.
We are looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to work alongside the Shop Manager in our Northenden shop. Are you self motivated with strong interpersonal skills and thrive on challenges and opportunities that come with assisting in the running of a shop? Can you assist the Shop Manager in driving sales and profits and able to work closely with staff and Volunteers to ensure we deliver the best level of customer service.
We are looking for someone who loves working with people and has the ability to lead in the absence of the Shop Manager, inspire and empower people around them. We are looking for someone who is friendly and positive in their approach and can instil an energy to those around them. Have you got a creative ability that you can bring to the role?
You will make a real difference to young people in England by helping to raise vital funds needed to support our frontline work.
It is important that you have retail and managerial experience, and good communication skills both inside and outside the shop, reaching out to the local community to help build support for the shop. Experience with online sales would be an advantage.
If you have what it takes to work hard but have some fun along the way, and support your Shop Manager to be the best, then this is the place for you!
Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.
We look forward to receiving your application.
The Children's Society is committed to Safer Recruitment and as such a range of pre-employment checks will be conducted in line with recommendations made by the Bichard Enquiry, and current best practice. To include a basic DBS check, these will be required before employment can commence.
The closing date for this vacancy is at midnight on Thursday 15th August 2024. If, after 14 days, we have received enough applications we reserve the right to close the vacancy on Thursday 1st August 2024.
Interview date to be confirmed.
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Growing Well are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic accountant to lead on finance in our charity. The role supports our three established sites, plus our central office function. Strong financial management is essential after a period of huge growth, as we work towards a new, sustainable funding model.
Working closely with the CEO, you’ll ensure adequate financial controls are in place and all underlying financial accounting information is accurate and up to date.
You’ll provide meaningful management reporting, forward projections, and strategic financial input. You’ll be a champion of efficient and user-friendly operational systems that support our governance.
Applicants must be organised and highly numerate with an eye for the detail and great communication skills. An aptitude for spreadsheet modelling is essential.
This role has recently evolved to have one report, a part-time finance admin role. As a relatively small but complex charity we feel there are real advantages in having this role undertake some of the bookkeeping as well as managing the finance admin to support this.
Salary £40k - £45k FTE.
Full time permanent position (30-37.5 hrs per week). Applications for part-time working also considered.
This is a job where you are never far away from the difference we make as a charity. It is a passion and a privilege for the staff to affect and see the change in people we support, first hand.
Other brilliant benefits of working at Growing Well include 33 days annual leave inc. Bank Holidays (FTE), 7.5% pension contribution and the option of hybrid working.
Please apply via the Growing Well website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Services & Development
Reporting to: CEO
Salary: £41,600
Terms: Permanent, 37.5 hours a week
Buckinghamshire has a growing older population who are the heart and soul of our communities – for example as employers, workers, volunteers, mentors, carers and child-minders. They help make our worlds go round. But when the challenges of older age feel overwhelming, and someone’s own world shrinks, Age UK Bucks is there to support them. Based in Aylesbury and working across the county, our services support older residents to maintain their independence and well-being, especially when times are difficult:
Job purpose: As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will help lead the organisation through transformational change to more effectively and sustainably deliver our mission - to support, champion and empower older Bucks residents to meet the many challenges and opportunities of ageing.
The role: You will oversee the development and delivery of high quality, person-centred, compassionate and effective support and services for older people across Bucks that has demonstrable impact and quality. You will help shape the charity’s structure and improve operational capability, building the team’s skills and nurturing new relationships with partners and clients to achieve this.
We are looking for someone who is empathetic to the needs of older people and their families. You will need to have great communication skills and have the ability to flex between day to day service delivery support and strategic planning and development.
If you would like to view the full job description please visit our website.
To apply for the role, please send your CV with a covering letter detailing:
· Why you are applying for this role.
· What skills and experience will you bring.
· What are your areas of development.
Equal Opportunities
Age UK Buckinghamshire strives to meet the needs of all older people in Bucks but is also aware that some communities could be better served by us. We therefore want to become more representative of the community we serve. We encourage equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourage applications from our wonderful rainbow of talent in Bucks and people of all ages.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Your new company
You will be working for a large faith-based organisation based in Central London. Although it is a religious charity, individuals from all backgrounds and faiths are welcome.
This is a permanent position that is Hybrid with 2/3 days in the office per week. Working hours are flexible and core hours are between 10-4.
Your new role
- Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance and working closely alongside the Finance Systems Analyst.
- Assist with managing and maintaining financial systems and financial related software applications. These include Access Dimensions and focal point, Donor Strategy, budgeting tools and financial reporting platforms.
- Ensure the smooth functioning of financial systems, troubleshooting technical issues and supporting finance teams.
- Assist with resolving system-related queries from users as well as provide user training and documentation across the finance department.
- Assist in developing and maintaining standardised financial reporting templates, ensuring data accuracy and consistency.
What you'll need to succeed
- Hold an IT or equivalent degree / qualification or experience and well-developed knowledge of IT and Financial Systems.
- Demonstrated finance software experience. Specifically, experience using Power BI, Power Query or other Microsoft applications.
- Experience / knowledge of SQL and data integration techniques.
- Familiarity with database management.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot system-related issues and accounting imbalances.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- The ability to work independently and prioritise tasks.
What you'll get in return
- 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and an extra 3 days at Christmas and New Year. This increases with length of service.
- Flexible hours and hybrid working.
- Excellent pension scheme. Employer contribution up to 16%.
- Season ticket loan.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
Do you love trees and want to learn more about them? Are you fit and active and enjoy being outdoors? Do you enjoy engaging directly with people? Then Trees for Cities needs you!
Trees for Cities plants trees in urban forests with and for communities in towns and cities across the UK. Our urban forest team is growing and we are keen to recruit new people who can support our ambitious community tree planting programmes. Our coordinator roles are aimed at those starting out on the path to becoming professional or a leading practitioner in the environmental sector.
Urban Forest Coordinators at Trees for Cities are vital to delivery of our urban tree planting & greening projects. The role involves leading a range of volunteers in tree planting (including community groups, corporate volunteers & community payback groups), and all the behind-the-scenes work that goes with it such as loading & driving large vans, ensuring sites are safe to work & maintaining tools & equipment. The role is hands-on, practical & based outdoors 5 days a week in all weather conditions!
This is a physically demanding job that requires independent travel to different sites. The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable adjustments.
The role is public facing so we are looking for good communicators that will be highly engaging for our volunteer groups to work with and who are passionate about what we do. We want practical people capable of high intensity manual handling work.
We have roles available for Urban Forest team Coordinators both at starting level as well as for people with some experience in the sector. In return we offer a warm and supportive team, in-the-job training and personal career planning.
ABOUT TREES FOR CITIES
Trees for Cities is an ambitious, far-reaching organisation.
Trees for Cities is the only charity that focuses on planting, protecting and promoting urban trees across the UK and overseas. We are a rapidly growing and developing organisation that suits ambitious, dedicated and passionate staff.
Trees for Cities is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. We value diversity and are committed to promoting diversity within the workplace. We aim to ensure that our employees achieve their full potential and that all employment decisions, including recruitment, are taken without reference to irrelevant or discriminatory criteria. A full copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy can be provided on request.
HOW TO APPLY
Please visit our website to view full job description. To apply, please send your CV and supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) outlining why you are interested in the role and your fit with the Person Specification with the subject heading 'Urban Forest Coordinator'.
The deadline to apply is: Monday 12th August
Interviews are scheduled for: w/c 19th August
If you are shortlisted for interview, you will normally be contacted within two weeks after applying. If you do not hear from us within this period then you should assume that on this occasion you have not been selected for interview.
Trees for Cities is an equal opportunities employer.
Registered Charity No: 1032154.
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!
Emmaus Greenwich is a unique charity that offers a home, work and individual support to people who have experienced homelessness and social exclusion. We don’t just give people a bed for the night; we offer a home, work opportunities and a sense of belonging.
At the heart of Emmaus Greenwich is our companions. Companion is the name given to those who live in an Emmaus community and contributes to the social enterprise, where they support themselves and one another. Living in a stable environment with the opportunity of work and individually tailored support helps our companions to regain lost self-esteem and the confidence needed to get back on their feet.
Some of the things that we are looking for in our Community Manager:
- The ability to focus on impact and deliver results.
- Experience of planning, developing, and managing support services for clients with support needs.
- Knowledge and understanding of Strength-based practice and Trauma informed care.
- Knowledge and understanding of In-form client management system.
- Experience of managing the performance, learning and development of staff.
- Knowledge and understanding of homelessness issues.
- Demonstrable commitment to inclusive working, ensuring equality and valuing diversity.
- A belief in the potential of each individual and an understanding of the importance of the Community in helping an individual achieve their potential
Some of the things you would be responsible for as a Community Manager:
- Responsible for the admission welcome including assess new referrals, interviewing potential Companions, welfare and care of Companions, their integration into the Emmaus Community and the wider community at large, developing a sense of extended family.
- Lead and implement a culture which provides confidentiality, promotes professional boundaries, protects data, and safeguards Companions, Volunteers and staff.
- To manage support relating to Companion’s needs regarding their daily living requirements, physical and mental health, safety and personal development.
- To assist and encourage Companions to move into independent accommodation where appropriate
- Ensure that effective Safeguarding systems are in place and maintained, acting as the organisation’s Designated Safeguarding Person, with delegated responsibility for policy development, implementation, and reporting.
- Working in partnership with the Retail Manager, facilitate, encourage, and support companion engagement and training within the social enterprises to ensure they are viable businesses.
- Assist the Multi Site Property and Facilities Manager in the upkeep and maintenance of the Community, to ensure that it provides a pleasant and comfortable home for the Companions, whilst adhering to health and safety requirements.
So, if you hold optimism for change, advocate for social justice and have in-depth understanding of challenges faced by people with experience of homelessness and migration and have a positive “can do” attitude we would love to hear from you. You will be joining a friendly and enthusiastic team who are passionate about what they do. We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience of trauma informed practice, asset-based approaches, quality assurance frameworks or from a background of supporting vulnerable adults into work; experience of working in partnership with a range of agencies to coordinate activities and initiatives and achieve positive outcomes.
Fundraising and Training Coordinator
Birmingham
£24,804 (£19,843 pro-rata) per annum
30 hours per week - either be 4 full days or 5 shorter days (happy to talk flexibility)
Our client is looking for a conscientious and organised individual to provide exceptional support as part of their fundraising and training team. You will assist in the coordination of several key projects and ensure professional administrative support is provided to their External Training Lead and the Fundraising Lead. Their External Training team deliver courses like Mental Health First Aid to over 2,000 people per year. In the last five years they have also raised nearly £1m through fundraising, which they are able to invest in key services. You will be integral in supporting both these areas to achieve their strategy as a charity. In this varied role, no two days will be the same, from supporting at fundraising events, to booking people into training courses or responding to invoicing and finance requests. You’ll feel at ease working on multiple projects simultaneously, adapting to new challenges and providing excellent administrative support
You’ll have experience within an administration or coordination role, with good IT skills including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel with the ability to manipulate data, export information and present information in a logical format. You’ll be proactive and innovative, demonstrating how to think out of the box to generate new ideas and identify solutions to problems. An excellent communicator, you’ll be able to build good working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, managing expectations and ensuring that time critical deadlines are met. You’ll be able to multitask and adapt to changes in the projects or priorities.
Rewards:
Benefits include an attractive defined contribution pension scheme, Paycare which offers employees affordable cover for a range of healthcare treatments, an Employee Assistance Programme which includes free counselling and a comprehensive training Programme.
Our client's people are key to their success and they are recognized as both a Mindful Employer as well as achieving Gold standard success in Investors in People. They welcome applications from people who have experienced mental health difficulties and they particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic members of their local community.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 4 August 2024
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 14 August 2024