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I Bike Schools Officer

(Scotland)

£28,831 per annum (pro rata for part time hours)

(Ref: SUS4298)

Full Time 37.5 hours per week – happy to talk flexible working

Base: Selected Schools in East Dunbartonshire with home working flexibility when not delivering in-school sessions

About the role

The I Bike Project has been running since 2009 in Scotland, working with schools around the country, promoting healthy travel choices in Education. As the I Bike Schools Officer you will work with selected schools around the Bearsden and Milngavie areas of East Dunbartonshire to promote cycling, scooting and walking to and from school and other journeys.

This holder of this position supports school staff and volunteers, promoting active travel within the school community. You will harness local authority resources available for active travel and create connections between schools, external partners and the bicycle industry.

Candidates should be based within the geographical area with regular travel expected and the option of working hybrid from the nearest hub base in Glasgow.

About you

You should have experience of working with children and young people. Along with working in schools, community groups, environment projects or young people in another setting.

You will also have good written and verbal communication skills. Excellent presentation skills and report writing skills alongside the ability to engage with a wide range of age-groups. You will be able to prioritise your own workload.

You will have undertaken or be willing to undertake the National Standard cycle Instructor training and bike maintenance training. 

A UK clean, valid driving license is vital for this role.

We ask you demonstrate your knowledge of Active travel programmes in Scotland.

Sustrans has a long-term commitment to being a charity for everyone - reducing inequality, valuing diversity, enabling inclusion and ensuring all people are treated with dignity and respect. We aim to be a truly inclusive employer and welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, in particular from under-represented groups. 

What we offer

In return, we can offer true hybrid working to suit individual circumstances and a flexible, supportive and rewarding working environment. 

Wellbeing

• 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time working
• Ability to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time staff)
• Staff volunteer days
• 24/7 free, impartial and confidential support service
• We are members of the Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme who both offer cycle to work schemes

Financial

• Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Sustrans
• Bike, computer and season ticket loans
• Discount benefits
• London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London)
• Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary

Family Friendly

• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)

Additional information

• Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 23:59, 29 August 2024. 
• Interviews will take place at the Glasgow Hub on the 16th or 17th September 2024. If you are unable to attend in-person, please contact us to arrange a virtual meeting. 

About Sustrans

At Sustrans you'll be part of a movement to make it easier for people to walk and cycle. 

We're all here to change things! You’ll be part of an incredible community of talented, passionate, creative, problem solvers all working together to change things for the better. We act locally and think big - we have a vision of a society where the way we travel creates healthier places and happier lives for everyone.

You'll be questioning the status quo and daring to imagine a different world. You'll work on exciting, impactful projects that will stretch and empower you and you'll be rewarded by seeing the difference you make to people, communities and the planet. 

 We believe including everyone is central to who we are and what we want to achieve, we welcome difference and pride ourselves on creating a culture where you can be yourself and where your wellness is supported. 

You'll be guaranteed to make friends for life and work with a team that is incredibly flexible, supportive, ethical and fun.

Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging career in supporting people affected by dementia?
Do you feel you could you help people maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being and enable them to take more control of their lives?
Would you thrive in a stimulating role where every day is different?

If yes, we are offering a great opportunity to join our team providing personalised support to people diagnosed with dementia and their carers!
 
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

About the role
 
Location: Community based in Birmingham and Solihull with some homeworking elements

Our Dementia Connect service provides an opportunity to reach more people affected by Dementia through Telephone, Face-to-Face and Online support. The Birmingham & Solihull team are well-established, local experts in face-to-face Dementia Support with a range of experience and knowledge to tailor our community-based service to the diverse local population.
 
Your role will include:

- Supporting people to access vital services
- Improving people’s sense of well-being, enabling them to have more control over their lives
- Assisting with the identification of needs and providing information and access to relevant services
- Promoting our amazing service and building relationships with a range of health and social care professionals

About you
 
We are looking to welcome an approachable, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable Community-based Dementia Adviser who will focus on supporting people affected by Dementia across the Birmingham & Solihull area.

You will have:

- A passion for supporting people to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them take more control of their lives
- A solid and compassionate understanding of the needs of people affected by dementia
- The ability to work inclusively with people affected by dementia, along with an understanding of the need for client confidentially
- Great communication skills, adapting your approach to ensure understanding at all levels
- Effective networking and influencing skills and the ability to manage several tasks at once and keep yourself motivated to perform under pressure
- Good IT skills and experience working with databases and virtual meeting software (e.g., MS Teams and Zoom)
- The ability to travel across the Birmingham & Solihull area independently when required

Closing date: 8th August 2024
Interview date: TBC

About Alzheimer's Society

At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.

Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.

Our Values

We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.

Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.

Equal Opportunities

We’re a national charity providing dementia support to a community that’s ethnically diverse, but we don’t reflect this in our senior leadership. This needs to change.

We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the community we exist to serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from ethnically diverse communities who are traditionally underrepresented in the charity sector leadership roles.

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.

We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.

JOB DESCRIPTION

1.Main purpose of role

To develop The Family Centre Deaf Children’s (FCDC) fundraising channels and secure income from grant funders and individual donors in order to sustain and develop the charity’s services and infrastructure, building strong relationships with key stakeholders and contributing to FCDC's overall strategic development, aims and operations.

The Development Officer is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of our Fundraising Strategy 2024-2029 to support the charity’s continuous improvement, financial sustainability and future growth.

The post holder will be responsible for inspiring individual donations to the charity through local giving initiatives and further developing the charity’s existing income channels including:

· Community and events fundraising

· Individual giving

· Grants from Trusts and Foundations and other relevant grant income sources.

2.Duties and Responsibilities

2.1 General

· To champion FCDC’s vision, mission, ethos and values (internally and externally).

· To comply with all relevant charity and other legislation.

· To uphold and contribute to the updating of FCDC’s internal policies and codes of conduct.

· To contribute towards the delivery of the charity’s strategic, operational, and departmental plans.

· To develop and maintain good working relationships with FCDC staff members, Trustees, service users, volunteers and other key internal and external stakeholders.

2.2 Income generation from individuals

· Sustain and grow FCDC’s individual donor base and community fundraising in line with agreed income targets.

· Research and identify potential major donors.

· Work alongside the Centre Manager and Board of Trustees to develop relationships with potential donors.

· Work alongside FCDC’s Fundraising Working Group, Centre Manager and Events and Family Development Officer to develop and coordinate an annual calendar of community fundraising events.

· Develop local individual giving campaigns and social media appeals to secure individual donations.

· Ensure all fundraising activity is in keeping with the Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Fundraising Practice and is compliant with fundraising regulations.

· Ensure all fundraising activity is in keeping with FCDC’s mission, values, ethos and objectives.

· Ensure Gift Aid is claimed on all eligible donations and appropriate Gift Aid records are kept.

· Ensure our email opt-in and supporter subscriber lists are kept up to date.

2.3 Income generation from Trusts, Foundations and Statutory Agencies

· Maximise income from grant-giving organisations to ensure sustainable growth of restricted and unrestricted income in line with agreed income targets.

· Build and manage relationships with Trusts and Foundations to secure grants of £5,000 or more.

· Research, contact, correspond and meet with funders (as and when required) to build relationships prior to submitting funding applications.

· Collaborate with the FCDC team across the organisation to create compelling fundraising proposals and produce high-quality applications, reports and budgets.

· To assume responsibility for a portfolio of current and potential grant funders to maintain, grow and/or revive their support for the charity.

· Develop a robust pipeline of charitable Trusts and Foundations to support FCDC’s services and activities.

· Maintain relationships with funders between applications to nurture positive relationships between them and FCDC.

· Work alongside the Centre Manager and Board of Trustees to develop partnerships and positive working relationships with current and potential grant funders.

2.4 Donor engagement and stewardship

· Working closely with FCDC’s Centre Manager and the Chair to develop a donor journey that encourages long term support from individuals.

· Process individual donations, including: recording donations, thanking supporters in a timely fashion and responding to ad hoc supporter queries.

· Contribute to and proofread fundraising appeals, marketing materials and FCDC digital content.

· Support existing and new supporters of the charity in their initiatives to raise funds for FCDC.

2.5 Funder and donor data management

· Ensure that all funders and individual donor contacts and activity are accurately recorded on our funder and donor database.

· Work alongside the Centre Manager to ensure that all personal data is gathered, held, and used in-line with relevant data protection regulations and FCDC’s Data Protection Policy.

· Accurately record Trusts, Foundations and other grant income data on FCDC’s financial ICT system.

· Compile and submit timely funder reports, working alongside the Centre Manager in checking monitoring data, proofreading reports and ensuring reports are uploaded to funder portals, as and when required.

2.6 Fundraising Strategy 2024-2029

· Oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of FCDC’s Fundraising Strategy 2024-2029, with specific focus on individual giving, community fundraising and Trusts and Foundations.

· Support the Chair and Centre Manager to set up a new Fundraising and Events Working Group (consisting of volunteers, service users, Trustees and staff), who will support and act as a sounding board for new fundraising initiatives and open doors to new income streams.

· Keep up-to-date with fundraising trends, opportunities and best practice and recommend changes in our funding strategies and annual fundraising action plans.

· Maximise income from new fundraising opportunities as and when they arise in the course of our work. For example: local sports group donations and company payroll giving.

2.7 Reporting

· Regularly report on fundraising outputs, outcomes and the impact of fundraising initiatives to staff, the Chair and the Board of Trustees.

· Contribute to funder monitoring activities and evaluation reports to ensure that FCDC meets its reporting obligations to funders.

2.8 Other

· Contribute to FCDC’s positive working culture, strategic direction and the future growth of FCDC by participating in team meetings, supporting other staff in their work and contributing ideas and feedback across the organisation.

· Ensure that key stakeholder enquiries, contact details and other relevant records are maintained and kept up-to-date.

· Undertake other reasonable duties and responsibilities which the Chair may request from time to time.

· Actively participate in the staff appraisal scheme and be committed to learning and development in line with the Charity’s aims and objectives.

· Manage and liaise with volunteers, service users and other stakeholders as necessary.

· In collaboration with the Centre Manager and other colleagues, you will help ensure our website is engaging and up-to-date.

 

PERSON SPECIFICATION

 Experience

 Essential

1. Experience of working in a fundraising role.

2. Experience of writing successful grant applications / proposals and reporting of successful bids.

3. Experience of developing and delivering successful online fundraising campaigns via social media or websites.

4. Experience of financial planning and budgeting.

5. Experience of using Microsoft Office.

Desirable

1. Experience of working with volunteers.

2. Experience of working for a small non-profit organisation.

3. Interest / experience of hearing loss and the D/deaf community.

Knowledge

Essential

1. Knowledge of where and how to access local and regional charity income streams, national fundraising opportunities, pathways, etc.

2. Knowledge of data protection and GDPR.

3. Knowledge of the Code of Fundraising Practice.

Desirable

1. Fundraising qualification.

2. Other relevant qualification that would be suitable for this role.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

1. Excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation and influencing skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.

2. Excellent proposal writing, proofreading and editing skills.

3. Excellent organisational, prioritisation and administrative skills with the ability to work to strict deadlines.

4. Excellent attention to detail and accurate record keeping.

Personal Attributes and Other Requirements

Essential

1. Highly self-motivated and able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.

2. Enthusiastic, pro-active and positive ‘can do’ attitude to work and willingness to learn new skills and support colleagues as needed.

The Head of Support Services will work with the Director of Support Services to create a positive, supportive culture of personal growth, underpinned by a holistic and empowering health and wellbeing approach.​​

Supported by the trustees, the CEO, staff and service users, the postholder will be a leader and will provide a constant stimulus for self-improvement in a learning, supportive and diverse environment. A candidate with a proven track record of delivery, they will provide high level and efficient management of Betknowmore UK support and community programmes, including all three primary services, GOALS, New Beginnings and Peer Aid, as well as bespoke projects which include the development of Hubs within key London Boroughs and creating digital activities.​

The postholder will work to ensure impactful service provision and outcomes; recruit, train and supervise a team of staff/mentors/volunteers to deliver support and community activities; and oversee service integration and collaboration with the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN) partners and other key stakeholders.​

A key aspect of the role will be to work closely with people presenting with gambling-harm issues and/or people impacted by someone else's gambling. The Head of Support Services will oversee sustainable recovery interventions which may include structured psycho-social 1:1 ​and group activities, counselling and therapy, peer and mentoring support, with services ​co-produced by clinicians and health professionals, and insight and knowledge from experts ​by experience. ​

The candidate should demonstrate previous experience of management and oversight of similar programmes of work, within mental health, addiction or community NHS or voluntary sectors. ​

Experience of gambling support and treatment and/or harm minimisation programmes is desirable, but not essential.​

Working with other members of the Senior Management Team, they will input into the management of the charity, as well as supporting grant, contract and tender submissions, operational management, governance, performance and contract monitoring and outcome reporting. This will include financial planning and budgeting.​

Adherence to health and safety, and equal opportunities and diversity policies is expected at ​all times.​

Key responsibilities and accountabilities​

Development and Delivery ​

• Manage the strategic and operational performance of services to agreed standards and targets with the Director of Support Services and CEO.​
• Provide management oversight to service teams and ensure the activities they are leading on are delivered to set quality and outcomes, that they are safe and operate in positive environments, and adequately supervised, monitored, audited and reviewed.​
• Provide management oversight to the charity’s portfolio of programmes and projects, including those within the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN)​
• Ensure strategic & performance coverage of all areas of service delivery outlined in the services’ SLAs.​
• Review service delivery and implement necessary changes, to ensure high quality service, reflecting best practice and clear impact for all service users.​
• Conduct regular supervision with staff and service users about service effectiveness and maximise client involvement in service design and development.​

Monitoring and Evaluation​

• Produce a monthly service review, linked to the charity’s strategy and business plan.​
• Manage monitoring and evaluation framework and oversee CMS/CRM systems.​
• Liaise with external support networks, such as universities and research organisations, to aid data management requirements.​

Line Management​

• Ensure staff are recruited, supervised and developed in accordance with Betknowmore UK systems and processes, in particular annual planning and review and objective setting.​
• Support the provision of staff training to the highest standard and in accordance with Betknowmore quality assurance standards ​
• Provide HR support and on-going staff line management.​
• Liaise with Clinical Supervisor to ensure staff have adequate support and resources.​
• Contribute to the development of services knowledge and practice, by keeping up to date with current research and practice and ensuring that the clinical and support approach of the teams reflects such current information as appropriate.​

Partnerships Building and Collaboration​

• Develop our operational and strategic relationship with external partners and stakeholders to maximise the success and impact of Betknowmore UK services.​
• Co-ordinate Betknowmore UK contribution to service-related networks ensuring attendance at relevant operational and strategic meetings and provide feedback and sharing of information.​
• Represent the organisation at events, webinars and other meetings to inform service development and promote best practice in service delivery.​

Financial Management​

• Oversee budgets and expenditure related to the services and help meet targets.​
• Provide oversight to petty cash and day to day expenses.​
• Assist with other fundraising associated with service development as agreed with Senior Management Team.​

Health and Safety Responsibilities​

• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of staff, clients and other beneficiaries is intact.​
• Oversee Betknowmore UK premises and risk assess external sites, ensuring all working environments work correctly to policies and procedures. ​
• Ensure that Betknowmore UK Diversity and Equality policies are upheld.​

General​

• Attend regular supervision sessions with the Director of Support Services.​
• To operate with clear professional & confidentiality boundaries to work within the organisations code of conduct.​
• To carry out other duties commensurate with the post.​

The Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) - Disclosure ​

Betknowmore UK aims to promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent,​ skills and potential. Betknowmore UK welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Criminal​ records will be taken into account for requirement purposes only when the conviction is​ relevant. As Betknowmore UK meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under​ the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013) by SI 2013​ 1198. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check from​ the Disclosure & Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of​ cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions.​

Qualifications or Relevant Experience​

• Educated to degree level or equivalent​
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development relevant to the role purpose and level​
• Two years minimum experience in a similar role​

Essential Knowledge & Skills​

• Knowledge of mental health or drug, alcohol or gambling support and recovery services​
• Ability to manage complex support and training services​
• Experience of establishing a positive recovery culture, aiding sustainable behavioural change​
• Experience of working with complex addiction and/or high support needs service users (group and 1:1 work)​
• Experience of safeguarding lead and procedures​
• Demonstrable track record of achieving successful outcomes and performance indicators at management level in a comparable national/ international organisation​
• Good understanding of IT applications and database​
• Commitment to continuous learning and development​
• Experience of multi-agency working and maintaining positive relationships​
• Ability to work with service users with multiple needs across diverse/emerging communities.​
• Experience in helping people to acquire life-skills including budgeting, healthy life choices, employment/education advice​
• Commitment to the charity’s principles and willingness to work within policies and guidelines​
• Be able to organise and prioritise your work working as part of a team or by yourself​
• An understanding of the principles of user involvement​
• Good verbal and written communication skills​
• Ability to keep accurate records​

Desirable Skills​

• Experience of working within NHS settings​

To find out more about this role, a Q&A webinar will be held on Wednesday 31st July at 7pm. Please register your interest here

Foundations Youth Support Services provide 24/7 supported accommodation to young people.

Our dedicated staff teams go above and beyond for our young people to ensure they are provided with person centred support. We require a passionate Registered Service Manager to join our team initially as Maternity cover and contribute to shaping the service for the better. We provide 24/7 supported accommodation to young people and offer our residents skills they need to live independently.

Person Specification 

• Significant experience of managing safeguarding in a large organisation
• Experience leading an OFSTED regulated service and achieving either Good or Outstanding.
• Significant experience of overseeing budgets to ensure that our services remain not only viable but grow year on year
• Significant experience in leading and managing change
• Experience of recruitment, support and development for young people’s services
• Managing commercial budgets successfully to achieve realistic income and growth targets
• Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing gained through speaking to audiences of varies sizes and membership and a recognized professional
• Production of specialist and detailed internally and externally focused reports
• Able to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of relevant legislation & regulation relating to young people's supported living services
• An empowering, approachable & resilient leader
• Able to motivate your staff to champion independence & our person-centred approach

Job description

· To contribute to the provision of a secure, stable, supportive environment for young people which respects and promotes their health, culture, religion, race, identity and lifestyle.

· To assist in the day to day management of the home and to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children young people.

· To ensure that occupancy is maintained at the optimal level, liaising with relevant commissioners when there are vacancies and working closely with the Commercial Director.

· To assist in ensuring that the Home complies with regulations and work towards meeting the requirements, standards, aims and objectives, policies and procedures of the company.

· To assist managing the home to the highest professional standards and within the agreed budget.

· To assist regularly reviewing the level of achievement of services against service objectives and standards.

· To assist in developing, managing and leading the staff team in working with children with mental health and trauma related conditions

· To implement policies and procedures and ensure a safe, secure and healthy environment at all times.

· To adhere to the aims, objectives and values at the highest levels and provide best possible outcomes for all children Providing safe, stable and supportive environments that caters for the cultural, physical, and emotional needs of the young people.

· To assist in ensuring full compliance with all regulatory bodies, including: Ofsted, Fire Authority, Health and Safety Executive and Environmental Health.

· To assist in the management of the residential unit in order that these tasks are successfully achieved.

· To deputise in the absence of the Area manager.

· To work as a key worker to a child or children and work to an agreed care plan.

· To shift lead ensuring that the shift runs smoothly and provide support to staff and young people. Establish and maintain daily routines within the home which provides a framework for development of a positive culture of support.

· To ensure that communication systems within the home used appropriately and are effective

· To help develop systems that will ensure a high level of child safety and risk management (ensuring individual risk assessments and environmental risk assessments are in place)

· Ensure that staff are aware of their budgetary responsibilities and monitor compliance on a regular basis

· To ensure the holistic needs of the children are assessed and placement plans/care plans are in place and used as working documents

· To produce written reports as required

· Establishing and maintaining positive, caring relationship with children, young people, and their families and other professionals involved.

· Provide advice and support to Young people at all times ensuring the social, physical emotional and spiritual care of children.

· Encouraging and assisting independence to organise and participate in various external and internal social, leisure trips and other activities.

· To develop models of participation that enable children and young people to be involved in the decisions about their care and the running of the home.

· Participate in assessment of the children’s needs, care planning and implementation, reviews, planning and disruption meetings for young people.

· Act as positive role model for young people and other staff in the home and offer advice, guidance and assistance where appropriate.

· To participate and where necessary lead meetings.

· Participate and promote key working sessions with children and young people.

· Participate in and the creation of a Personal Training plan based upon your identified developmental needs in conjunction with your Manager.

· To participate in and make effective use of regular supervision from your supervisor/ Manager.

· Protect the rights and promote the interests of the children and young people.

· To take full part in duty rota including weekends, sleep-ins and waking night duties.

· Promote and maintain a safe and healthy environment. Record and arrange for repairs and routine maintenance to the building and ensure work is carried out to an acceptable standard.

· Liaise with staff and multi-agencies to ensure that young peoples receive support to their changing needs.

· To assist in the recruitment, induction and monitoring through supervision and appraisals the performance of staff. This also includes any disciplinary action required.

· Draw the attention of the manager to any areas of concern.

· Liaise with the manager on staff grievances and disciplinary procedures when required.

· Assist in the formulation and/revision of policies and procedures as necessary

· To ensure the home operates within a framework which values diversity and that the home endorses and implements equal opportunity procedures with awareness of anti-discriminatory practice

Please note it’s a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults or children at risk.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Paid volunteer time
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Waltham Forest, Greater London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Residential Service Manager: 1 year (preferred)
• Youth Care/Support Environment: 2 years (required)

Associate Technical Advisor

Job title:                       Associate Technical Advisor
Salary:                          £42,344.81 per annum
Reporting to:               Deputy Director 
Contract:                      Full-time, Permanent 
Location:                      UK / Flexible 

Who we are

Unlimit Health is an international organisation working to end parasitic disease. We work closely with affected countries, sharing evidence and expertise to eliminate preventable infections. Our purpose is to support people to live healthy lives, free from limiting disease.  

Our vision is for resilient systems that sustain good health, so everyone everywhere can reach their full potential. We achieve this by working across multiple sectors in numerous countries to deliver effective and robust health programmes that have a lasting impact.

We were founded in 2002 with a £20m grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and started life as a research group, the Schistosomiasis Control Initiative, within Imperial College London. Consistently ranked globally as one of the most cost-effective non-profit initiatives, we have received significant funding since our inception including from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), USAID and philanthropic investors.  

What we do

Our work includes:  

• Evidence-based disease elimination support  
• Cross-sectoral health systems strengthening  
• Building collaborative partnerships  

Our main area of focus is the elimination of schistosomiasis and soil-transmitted helminthiases (intestinal worms). Endemic infections of these parasitic worms are found in some of the world’s most marginalised communities, and they can have a hugely detrimental effect on individuals, including:  

• Reduced productivity  
• Internal organ damage  
• Impaired child development  
• Reduced school attendance  
• Increased risk of HIV in women  
• Infertility  

The role

The Associate Technical Advisor will support project management and provision of technical assistance to endemic country governments across a portfolio of NTD projects, with a focus on schistosomiasis (SCH) and soil-transmitted helminthiases (STH). Working with Deputy Directors and Technical Advisors within the Technical Team, the Associate Technical Advisor will contribute to planning and delivery of NTD programming, monitoring of progress and project outcomes, and reporting. 

Having excellent communication skills and a willingness to travel, the Associate Technical Advisor will have technical knowledge of global health issues and ideally also the control and elimination of neglected tropical diseases and will support the wider team in working respectfully and in partnership with our colleagues globally. The Associate Technical Advisor will ideally also have experience working in sub-Saharan Africa and effectively managing daily priorities in a flexible and adaptable manner.

To apply 

To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role according to the job description and person specification. 

Closing date:                   4th August 2024 at 23:59
Interview dates:              15th-16th August 2024 
Second interview:           21st August 2024

Please ensure you are available to attend an interview on these dates.

Applicants are required to have the right to work in the UK, and documentary evidence will be requested at the interview stage. 

Diversity Statement

We particularly welcome applications from candidates from under-represented groups to better reflect our mission and work to improve health equity.

Research has shown that women and people from racially marginalised groups are less likely to apply for a role if they do not meet 100% of the job criteria. Please consider applying even if you do not fully meet our essential criteria. We are happy to schedule an informal chat to discuss the role further prior to submitting an application.

Unlimit Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate differences in age, race, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, religious beliefs, and socio-economic background. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member is valued, respected, and has equal opportunities to thrive.

REF-215 531 

Horsham Matters - Overview

 Horsham Matters is a local Christian charity that works to prevent and relieve poverty throughout our district.  We do this by the provision of essential services such as food, fuel and household goods, providing advice and guidance to households in need, and working with partners to address the root causes of poverty. Our work is funded by income generated through donated goods which can be sold in our shop or online, by grants and donations and through public fundraising.

 Operations Manager

The Operations Manager is a critical role to ensure the smooth running of all our operations.  Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be a member of the Senior Leadership Team with responsibility for leading a team of staff, volunteers and 3rd party contractors.  You will strive to continually improve systems and procedures across the Charity whilst maximising opportunities to increase income.

This is a full-time role (37.5 hours per week), which will also require some weekend working (approx. 8 Saturdays/year).

Core Responsibilities:

Operational leadership:

· Line management of Logistics Team including performance management, building capability and training etc.

· Ensure smooth communication and excellent links across Charity buildings

· Ensure the optimal use of the vans for delivery, collections etc., including the planning of routes which are cost effective and time efficient

· Work with the Office Manager team to ensure that the needs of clients requiring household items are met by the Logistics team

· Work with the Store Manager to ensure that the Charity store is stocked appropriately, including arrangements for stock rotation

· Support volunteers to develop their role in the warehouse, providing clear instructions and setting expectations

· Liaise with third party contractors including removals firm, IT contractor and others as required

 Safe environment

· Responsible for maintaining a safe environment at our Community Support Centre and other Charitable Activity venues; completing health and safety tasks

· Responsibility for all Horsham Matters buildings, ensuring effective maintenance and building related health and safety

· Ensure vehicles are safe and road worthy, ensuring essential maintenance takes place

· Fully participate and demonstrate best practice including the physical aspects of moving equipment and furniture, as well as driving the van and all other tasks across the logistics sector of the charity

· Ensure that items not suitable for sale are disposed of appropriately and in a timely manner to prevent health and safety issues arising

· Develop and continually review reuse and recycling ensuring that the Charity optimises reuse, as well as maximising revenue

Online sales

· Lead for on-line sales and all other sales avenues excluding our Charity shop (Love it Again) – including ensuring that items are collected, advertised sold and delivered appropriately and maximising gift aid opportunities with donors

· Provide excellent customer service to all members of the public

 Additional Duties

· As a small charity, all employees are required to work together flexibly and collaboratively which may require undertaking different tasks on occasion as agreed with the Managing Director

 

Person Specification

Experience

 Essential

· Leadership, including mentoring and developing colleagues

· Leading within a logistics environment

· Project development

· Knowledge and understanding of health and safety regulations

 Desirable

· Experience of working in the charity sector

· Experience of the retail sector

Key Skills

• Able to work constructively as a member of a team
• Able to make decisions alone and to prioritise work under pressure

· Excellent organisational skills

· Ability to motivate team members

· Proactive and reactive – according to the needs of the situation

· Someone who leads by example

Personal attributes

• A genuine interest in the voluntary sector: Supports the aims and objectives of Horsham Matters and shows empathy with those who are struggling
• Enjoys working with other people and supports diversity and equality of opportunity
• Resilient with a willingness to persevere in difficult situations

We have an exciting opportunity for a Growth & Recruitment Officer - South to join our Growth and Communities Team.

Location: Homebased working across the South of England 

Salary:  £31,716 per annum - Band E Level 3 + Car allowance

Term: Fixed Term Contract for 12 months - Maternity Cover

Working Hours: 35 hours per week – including some evenings and weekends

We’re Scouts and everyone’s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world. We help them speak up, play their part and shine bright.

About the Growth & Recruitment Officer: 

As a Growth and Recruitment Officer you will be pro-actively Support and work in partnership with District Commissioners and Group Scout Leaders.

To support Scouting volunteers to develop and grow Scouting, including but not limited to delivering volunteer recruitment, growth at group level and building community links.

What we are looking for in our Growth & Recruitment Officer:

• Ability to work effectively as part of a remote team.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage and deliver a varied workload and set of projects whilst ensuring effective prioritisation and balancing of the needs of a range of stakeholders.
• Confident public speaker and skilled at presenting ideas and information to internal and external stakeholders, both digitally and face-to-face.
• Be able to work independently and be able to identify and develop new opportunities for volunteer engagement.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to enable successful influencing, listening and negotiating with others.
• Provide own administrative support. 
• Be enthusiastic and able to enthuse others. 

Key responsibilities as our Growth & Recruitment Officer:

• Support and work in partnership with lead volunteers within the County (District Commissioners, Group Scout Leaders) and other volunteers to grow Scouting’s membership in the North of England.
• Open new Scouting provision and ensuring that Scouting is accessible to all.
• Inspire and enable local Scouting volunteers to devise, apply and refresh sustainable growth plans in existing and planned new sections, aligned to our inclusive growth strategy, using our project work bank approach.
• To advise and support local Scouting volunteers in the retention and recruitment of adult volunteers.
• To advise, support, and encourage local Scouting volunteers to engage with under-represented communities in their local areas

As our Growth & Recruitment Officer:

• Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department
• Be proud to say you’re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold)
• Plenty of opportunity for learning and development
• 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years
• Four extra days to look after your family when they need you
• Three extra days over Christmas

We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer…

• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Flexible working hours
• Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits
• Study and volunteer leave

Closing date for applications: 11:59pm Sunday 11th August 2024

Interviews will be held: week commencing Monday 26th August 2024.

The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.

Strictly no agencies.

Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £24,960 per annum, with progression to £27,560 per annum
Location: Worcestershire, on a hybrid working basis

Location: Leatherhead

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £49,000 pa (pro rata for part time) + benefits

Hours: 39 hours per week

They have been transforming lives for people in Surrey for over 50 years. Over this time they have successfully grown their services and aim to continue to strengthen their activity and grow to support more clients in the future.

As the Policy and Performance Manager, reporting to and supported by the Director of Client Services, you will play a key role in improving the effectiveness of their Client Services. As the largest provider of supported housing in Surrey, they are aware of their responsibility to develop and deliver excellent services that enable their clients to lead independent and fulfilling lives. As part of their Client Services’ Leadership Team, you’ll play a key role in driving continuous improvement and supporting staff to deliver contemporary and evidence-based services and ensuring that their values of excellence, empowerment, responsibility and respect shape their policy and practice.

The Policy and Performance Manager is an exciting role for someone with experience of supported housing (or related sectors) who is motivated by the desire to make a positive difference. It is a varied role which will involve opportunities to learn and work across the organization.

This will be a hybrid role but will be based at their Head Office at Bradmere House, Leatherhead with some flexibility to work from home. You will also be required to visit their services and work from other offices sometimes.

They’re ideally looking for:

• Someone with experience of working in supported housing (or a related sector) with up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based practice for people experiencing homelessness or other forms of exclusion and disadvantage.
• Someone who is comfortable with data and has experience of using it to evaluate services, support learning and inform decisions about practice improvements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills – with experience of developing policies and supporting people to see them through into practice.
• Good IT skills, especially using Microsoft packages.
• Understanding of working within commissioned services and regulated sectors.
• Someone who can work as part of a collaborative team and lead without directly managing people.

Tick most of the boxes but not all? The best candidate rarely does. So, if you are excited by the role and can do most of what they are looking for, go ahead and apply; you could be exactly who they need.

About the organisation

They believe that everyone should be able to live independent and fulfilling lives. They provide housing and support for many socially excluded and vulnerable people across Surrey, parts of Berkshire, West Sussex and the London Borough of Sutton.

Why work there

The organization is a place where all colleagues are valued. They want to make sure colleagues have the flexibility they need to balance their personal lives and do well at work. They focus on outcomes and are open to different ways of working, including flexible hours where possible.

Their benefits are great too and include:

• 28 days annual leave per annum, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) • An additional 1 day (pro rata) per annum wellbeing day • A defined contribution pension scheme • Training and development opportunities • Interest-free staff loans • Flexible working options • The opportunity to buy or sell up to five days annual leave per holiday year • Life assurance cover

Other things you need to know

They celebrate diversity and know that it is critical for their success. They work hard to make sure they’re inclusive, so they want to hear from anyone who is great at what they do and who shares their values.

If you need any adjustments during the application or selection process so you can do your best, just let them know. They will be happy to help.

They review CVs as they receive them and interview as soon as they have applications that look like a good match, so apply as soon as you can to avoid missing out.

You may have experience in the following: supported housing management, practice and management in a related sector (such as drug and alcohol treatment, homelessness, youth work, social services, probation), policy development, commissioning, research and evaluation.

You may have experience in the following: Analyst, Strategic Planning Manager, Compliance Manager, Program Evaluation Manager, Quality Improvement Manager, Policy Advisor, Policy and Research Manager, Public Policy Manager, Performance Improvement Specialist, Policy Implementation Manager, and Performance Monitoring Manager.

REF-215783

Feltham, Isleworth (school has 2 sites), West London

Job Summary

Are you an empathetic, highly organised and collaborative individual with direct or indirect experience of the criminal justice system?  Do you have proven experience of supporting young people involved in, or at risk of, entry into the Criminal Justice System?

If so, join St Giles as our SOS+ Senior Embedded Mentor & Facilitator, where you utilise your lived experience to provide vital one-to-one embedded mentoring support to vulnerable and at-risk young people and deliver awareness-raising workshops to children/young people across educational and community provisions, on topics such as Gangs and County Lines, and Weapon Awareness.

About St Giles Trust 
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need.  Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.

About this exciting opportunity

Working with young people who have been identified as being at risk of gangs, county lines and exploitation, our successful candidate will establish and maintain positive relationships with students to provide emotional support, guidance, and mentorship whilst also advocating for their well-being and success.  You will be expected to safeguard, protect and promote the welfare of children and young people, address individual student needs and challenges – utilising personal experiences, local knowledge, professional skills, and SOS+ materials to offer support and intervention, plus assist students in setting and achieving academic, personal and career goals.

We will also rely on you to collaborate with professionals to support and develop strategies to minimise the risk to students and to maintain a trauma informed approach, that recognises and responds to trauma and amplifies the voices and experiences students, as well as supporting and/or co-delivering whole school awareness sessions, professional sessions and parent/carer sessions. Providing guidance on resolving interpersonal issues and promoting a respectful and inclusive school culture are also key elements of this role. 

What we are looking for

• Knowledge and awareness of the challenges and issues facing young people
• Ability to confidently speak in front of large and small groups, delivering key messages, following a session plan, and achieving learning objectives
• Empathetic and understanding attitude toward young peoples' needs
• Committed to excellent safeguarding practice and understanding of professional boundaries
• To have a Level 3 qualification in a relevant field or willingness to work towards one
• Excellent IT, prioritisation, interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• A flexible, collaborative and professional approach to your work

As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting and promoting the safety of our clients and successful applicants will require an Enhanced Child with Child Barred DBS Check.

We actively encourage people with personal experience of the criminal justice system or lived experience of the issues facing this client group to apply for this role.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges.

We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

Closing date: 04 August 2024 11:45pm

Interview date: 09 August 2024

Job Title: Project Coordinator & Head Coach: ‘Access- Ability’Programme' (Part-Time)

Department: Disability

Reports to: Disability Projects Manager (Specialist Support)

Salary: £15,000 (pro rata'd of £25,000)

Working Pattern: 21 Hours ( 3 Days a Week)

Closing Date: 11th August 2024

Interviews: W/C 19th August 2024

Brentford FC Community Sports Trust

With community work spanning three decades, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust has established itself as a pioneering organisation for the local community. It uses the power of sport to educate, motivate and inspire people from all walks of life.

Main Purpose of Job

To coordinate and lead the implementation and delivery of a sports, social and employability programme for Deaf & Disabled young people across West London.

The post holder will split their time between coordinating the project, and leading on delivery of the sessions, which will be a mixture of sports sessions, social clubs, and employability sessions, designed to prepare participants for the workplace.

Responsibilities will include 

• To increase participation in sport for teenagers and young adults who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing or have a disability.
• To increase social opportunities for teenagers and young adults who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing or have a disability.
• To create and provide employability opportunities for Deaf/Hard of Hearing and disabled teenagers and young adults, including training courses and volunteering opportunities.
• Use Deaf/Disability-friendly communication to publicise and co-ordinate the Project.
• To help build the team of staff to effectively deliver the Project, including assisting with recruitment of new coaches and volunteers.
• Train coaches, support workers and partners in basic BSL and Deaf Awareness.
• To encourage partnership work across West London to ensure a coordinated approach to all Deaf and Disability activity participation across the region.
• To ensure monitoring reports are completed to a high standard and in a timely fashion, as per funder’s monitoring guidelines.

About You

You will have atleast two years’ experience of working with teenagers/young adults who are Deaf or disabled and previous experience in delivery Deaf or disability activity programmes. You will have a good understanfing ofthe issues faced by Deaf and disabled participants and their families related to activity provision and attendance.

You will have the ability to work to deadlines and have good time mangement. Good organisational skills are essential.

Brentford FCCST is an organisation which values and is passionate about diversity and inclusivity. We welcome and encourage applications from qualified candidates, including those from underrepresented groups – such as those from ethnically diverse backgrounds, women, those from the LGBTQ+ community and those with disabilities.

Should you require any workplace accommodations (also known as ‘reasonable adjustments), you will have the opportunity to let us know at the appropriate points in the hiring process.

 Please note that where appropriate for the role, you will be required to complete additional background checks such as Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and police checks for any time you have lived or worked outside of the UK in the last 10 years. 

 If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

Finance Administrator

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work for an organisation that makes a difference? An organisation that nurtures its staff, encourages development, and rewards staff for their hard work?

If the answer is yes then this could be the role for you!

Position: Finance Team Administrator

Location: Oxford

Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, worked across all 5 days

Salary: £19,188.89 (FTE £28,399.56)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 4 August 2024

Interview Date: 12 August 2024 in Oxford

It is recognised that August is a popular month for holidays. If you are unable to attend an interview on 12 August 2024, please let us know. If you are shortlisted, we may be able to reschedule for a mutually convenient time. Please note that the final decision on the appointment will be made after the scheduled interview date of 12 August 2024.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated Administrator to join a Finance team.  You will have a pro-active approach and ‘can-do’ attitude, which will be key to fulfilling the following responsibilities:

• Providing administrative support to the Finance Department and IT function
• Assist in preparing and circulating agendas, minutes, and other papers to committee members, and accurately take and prepare minutes for review.
• Providing secretarial and administrative support to the Director and Deputy Director of Finance
• Undertaking wider agreed tasks that support the work of the Finance Department and their own professional development

About You

You do not need to be a practising Christian or have a faith to work with her - around 50% of staff are not practising Christians but are comfortable with the Christian ethos that underpins the work. However, all staff do have a desire to make a difference.

To be successful in this role you will have effective verbal and written communication skills and a high level of attention to detail.

You will be a team player with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and prioritise tasks to ensure deadlines are met.  If this sounds like you and you are able to build effective working relationships, we would like to hear from you.

Benefits and rewards:

• 25 days holiday per annum, pro rata, rising each year by one day to a maximum of 30 days
• In addition to the statutory UK public holidays, the Diocese offers three privilege days
• Hybrid working
• Free parking and subsidised on-site café
• Generous employer pension contribution of 12.5% which includes death in service benefit (5% Employee Contribution)
• Electric car and cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes
• Access to wellbeing support via Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies and a generous sick pay provision
• Access to low-interest financial services from Churches Mutual Credit Union including loans
• An attractive modern working environment

The Organisation

The Diocese is the administrative area of the Church, broadly speaking, covers the three counties of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire. There are 815 churches in the Diocese – more than any other diocese in the Church of England. So, in many ways the best description is that it is the family of the 55,000 or so regular worshippers in these churches.

We want our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of our staff. We are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese.

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PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.