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Location:Home/Birmingham-based with frequent travel to projects in West Midlands
As Project Support Officer you will support the Area Manager and Regional Manager with volunteer recruitment, documentation of training, giving our volunteers a fantastic experience, guest outreach and giving extra support to our West Midlands projects as and when required to aid development and growth within the region.
Each of our Projects is run by Project Leaders (volunteer position) and supported by Regional Managers through recruitment and training of volunteers. You will support the Regional Managers so that they can manage more projects, knowing that you have helped with the embedding of volunteers, along with supporting expansion plans within their areas. This support could range from developing relationships with our food suppliers, researching local organisations to support with guest outreach, and recruiting new Project Leaders for the Area.
You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, and be able to talk confidently to external people about our Projects.You will also be a good organizer, with the ability to manage multiple tasks within multiple Projects. You will have a passion for food and cooking, and be committed to our objectives and ethics.
This role will require some attendance at our Community Meals projects, to support with delivery as necessary, which will include some evening and weekend work. A full driving license and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential for this exciting role.
Benefits: We offer 26.5 days holiday plus bank holidays, and additional holiday for length of service (pro-rata for part-time). Our healthcare package allows staff to claim money back on healthcare bills and includes access to telephone counselling and online GP appointments.
How to apply:Please upload a CV of no more than two sides, and a covering note/letter of no more than two sides explaining why you are suitable for the role, via our vacancy website.
Deadline for your application:11.59pm on Sunday 14th July
View the job description here: West Midlands PSO JD 2024.pdf
Interview process: Shortlisted candidates will need to complete a 30 minute task prior to being invited to interview.
Interviews: tbc
Inclusivity: FoodCycle is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
Safeguarding: The role advertised is ‘Regulated Activity’ and as such is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and any appointment will be subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure check.
Please note that you will need to have existing Right to Work in the UK to apply for this role. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
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About the role
Ever wondered what it means to work at a grassroots organisation, working hard to fight poverty in the community? Well, this is your chance. We have a unique and exciting opportunity for someone interested in gaining first-hand experience working on the frontlines of a fast-paced, guest-facing charity.
Sufra has always been #MoreThanAFoodbank, and this role is key to Sufra’s journey in trialling different methods of supporting residents. We are partnering with SALIENT, a team of researchers who are working with the public, partners from local and national government, food charities, community support teams, and the food industry on a range of food-related trials. In particular, they will be conducting a trial at Sufra where a range of different support is offered to Food Bank guests. The aim of the trial is to assess the impact of these different methods, and hopefully come closer to learning what support our guests prefer to receive from our food bank service.
The ideal candidate will work well in a busy environment and will have great people skills. They will have some experience in a customer-facing role, dealing with the public and potentially vulnerable individuals. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for members that register with the pilot project and will be confident answering queries confidently speaking about the trial. The candidate will work closely with the Food Aid Manager and SALIENT researchers to ensure accurate data tracking once participants are registered, including collating receipts, supporting with feedback interviews, capturing case studies and logging visits. The role will also include supporting the distribution of both parcels and vouchers and ensuring meticulous financial records of this are kept.
People skills are crucial to success in this role, as the successful candidate will be working alongside a range of people, ensuring that they are supported throughout the trial. Due to the diverse nature of Sufra guests, it would be beneficial for this candidate to speak Arabic, Somali, Farsi, or another community language.
This is an immensely rewarding role working in a dynamic charity built on an ethos of sharing, hospitality and inclusivity. Through your activities, you will be able to convey the charity’s passion and commitment to supporting vulnerable people and demonstrate the impact of our interventions in transforming the lives of beneficiaries. There will be training provided by both Sufra and the SALIENT team before the successful candidates starts leading on this exciting project.
We would encourage applications from local residents, with knowledge of the London Borough of Brent to apply.
Role Description
Supporting the smooth running of the SALIENT Food Trial, conducted at Sufra NW London. Supporting across the trial, focussing on participant recruitment, distributing different support methods and maintaining data throughout the trial. We hope to have this candidate in place by mid-August.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
Guest Recruitment
• Sharing information about the research trial
• Leading the recruitment of the trial, checking guest eligibility and contacting Sufra Food Bank guests and clearly communicating the trial in a non-biased and informative manner.
• Answering queries and concerns from Sufra guests and current participants and obtain consent to share data with researchers.
• Anonymising data sets for sharing with researchers.
• Creating awareness of the study amongst Sufra Foodbank volunteers through briefings, sharing links to the study video and information sheets so they are informed of how the study will operate.
Pilot data collection and tracking
• Work alongside SALIENT researchers to maintain a dataset to track participation in research.
• Distributing different methods of support for participants, during usual Food Bank collection hours.
• Implementing financial tracking of transactions made, and ensuring all financial monitoring is up to date and accurate.
• Exploring methods to reengage and support participants with low attendance.
Other Duties
• Joining staff meetings once a month and updating the wider team on the progress of the trial.
• Ensuring that our health and safety protocols and policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Ensuring that the service reflects the ethos, values and core principles of the charity and oversee the project’s development, so it is continuously and sustainably meeting community needs as they evolve.
• Attending regular supervisions with your line manager and staff meetings with the wider team.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties to support the operations of the charity.
Please attach a copy of your CV and a Cover Letter, and complete the Equal Opportunities Form which can be found on our website.
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.
Crisis is getting ready to publish its 10-year strategy, setting out the steps we’ll take to bring about the end of homelessness. To support our bold ambitions, we’ve refreshed our organisational values and are digging into what we can do better to build the culture we need.
Using your communication and engagement skills, you’ll be helping to make a difference to the lives of thousands of people experiencing homelessness right now.
We’re an open, friendly, and dedicated team. We love to learn and between us have a broad range of communication and technical skills. We work hard to support one another as well as the wider organisation and are never too busy to share our thoughts or offer an extra pair of hands.
Hours: 35 per week (we are also open to candidates looking to work 28 hours per week or compressed hours as per Crisis’ Flexible Working Policy)
Location: Based in our London office, close to Liverpool Street and Aldgate (we are open to a range of flexible working options, in line with Crisis’ Hybrid-Working Policy)
About the role
As our Employee Communications and Engagement Lead, you’ll be supporting more than 600 colleagues across England, Scotland, and Wales.
Our colleagues work in a huge variety of roles and are based in lots of different locations. It’s our job to help make sure everyone has access to the information and tools they need to do their best work, regardless of where they’re based or when and how they work. This might mean making sure they have access to guidance to help them support a vulnerable member (the people we support); sharing information on a new staff benefit, such as our network of Mental Health First Aiders; or an invitation to learn about our latest campaign or fundraising event.
When it comes to sharing information and bringing people together, your role will be key. We’re well networked across the organisation and have a wide range of communication tools and channels in place, but we know we can do better. You’ll be encouraged to share your thoughts and ideas and to explore your curious side.
Day to day you’ll work with stakeholders across Crisis to help raise awareness and understanding of our strategic goals and to build engagement and excitement around our cultural ambitions. You’ll contribute to the wider work of the Employee Communication and Engagement team and our priorities for 2024. This includes the ongoing development of a new intranet, embedding Crisis’ new values, building awareness and understanding of Crisis’ strategic aims, and carrying out an audience segmentation exercise.
You’ll report to the Head of Employee Communications and Engagement and will be supported by our Employee Communications and Events Assistant, as well as colleagues across the organisation who will share their expertise and knowledge and help you to build your own network of peers.
About you
We’re looking for an experienced communications expert who has planned, managed, and evaluated strategic engagement for either internal or external audiences; someone who is people-focused with great interpersonal skills. Someone who can build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues in all parts of the organisation.
You’ll be committed to strengthening the voice of our staff and to influence the way we share information and knowledge, including our strategic priorities.
You’re curious, creative, and open to new ideas, pushing us as a team and encouraging others to think about different ways to engage and build connections.
You’ll bring experience of delivering communication campaigns to diverse audiences and will be confident in using a variety of digital tools to support great engagement. If there’s something you don’t know, you’ll look for ways to learn and boost your skills.
You understand the importance of planning ahead, are proactive and can use your own initiative to troubleshoot challenges and prioritise.
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:
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Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
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Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
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28 days’ annual leave
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Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
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Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
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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: Wednesday 17 July 2024 (at 23:59)
Interviews to be held W/C 29 July 2024
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
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Head of Commercial Insight and Development
This is an exciting new role within the organisation where you will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with all programme teams and the Associate Director of National Programme Development.
This is a full time role with the option of remote (home based) or agile working between the office situated in Vauxhall, London.
Position: Head of Commercial Insight and Development
Location: Home based or agile
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week (flexible working available)
Salary: £45,284 to £53,910 per annum (£48,284 to £56,910 inclusive of London Allowance)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 12th July 2024. We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Shortlisting: Monday 15th/Tuesday 16th July
1st stage interviews: Tuesday 23rd July (online)
2nd stage interviews: Thursday 1st August (f2f)
Work for an organisation that research shows is one of the most trusted major voluntary sector brands
The Role
The head of Commercial Insights and Development will explore strategic initiatives aimed at driving revenue, growth and enhancing market competitiveness, evaluating existing programmes and products to determine their commercial viability and bring them to market.
Additionally, this will translate market insights into actionable recommendations for new programmes and product development, creating monetisation and pricing strategies.
About You
It is essential that you:
- Exhibit the ability to develop market-leading commercial propositions, and contribute to the growth and sustainability of national programmes
- Can demonstrate a strong background in commercial strategic development with proven influencing skills
- Are curious in your outlook and approach, have a strategic mindset and the ability to think critically and anticipate market trends
- Can expertly evaluate existing programmes and products to determine their commercial viability and support the process of bringing them to market.
- Have strong experience translating market insights into actionable recommendations for new programmes and product development
- Possess excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire, collaborate and motivate cross-functional teams.
About the Organisation
Join a leading charity provider of mental health services in England that supports thousands of people through groups, services, campaigns and advice and information. This work supports the organisation in delivering its mission: “A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness.”
The charities challenge the causes of poor mental health and provides people with the tools they need to live their best possible life at home, school and work.
In everything the charity does, it seeks to demonstrate the values: Passion, Equity, Commitment, Openness, Hope, Expertise and Understanding. If these values resonate with you, we would love to hear from you.
What will you receive?
You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your abilities with the opportunity to make a real difference every day. In addition, you will have excellent development opportunities including funded training, career development, and a range of e-learning courses.
You will also receive:
- Employer funded pension
- Flexible working
- Life assurance
- Eye care vouchers
- Training opportunities
- 25 days annual leave, rising to 30 plus Bank Holidays
- Rewards, benefits and recognition platform
- Employee assistance programme
- Your birthday off
- Plus many more great benefits…
“It feels very rewarding to be part of such a meaningful Organisation where everyone is valued and has the opportunity to make a difference” Current staff member
We actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (or questioning), Intersex and (asexual) (LGBTQIA+), people with a disability, and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.
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PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Hours: 18.75 hours per week
Location: Brightspace, Ipswich or Kirkley Centre, Lowestoft – Regular travelling around the county is required
Term: Permanent
Salary: £28,990.50 FTE - £14,495.25 Actual
Start date: As soon as possible
About us
Community Action Suffolk (CAS) is the county’s infrastructure organisation for the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector. We exist to ensure our sector, and its volunteers are supported, safe and sustainable and that our communities are active and resilient.
Our values of collaborative, enabling, person centred, responsive and trusted are the golden thread which runs through who we are and how we operate, and we aim to make them real every day.
About the role
We are seeking a Funding Support Officer to join our friendly team to support the VCFSE sector to become more financially sustainable. You will achieve this, by helping to promote best practice and increasing confidence to review their finances and diversity income streams through a range of training & events, resource development and 121 support.
This role would suit a proactive person with a can do attitude and appetite for learning. We are looking for someone who can communicate with a wide range of people with varying degrees of experience.
You might be an experienced fundraiser, story teller or have a keen interest in finance and data. If so, help strengthen the voluntary sector by sharing your knowledge and expertise with others and apply today.
We are a friendly organisation, committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture in all that we do, and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We aim to create a workplace which is welcoming, fair, and inclusive, where people can be themselves and contribute to our vision and values.
We are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments individuals may require in the recruitment process, or on commencement of post.
What we offer
You will work within a reputable charity which offers its employees benefits which include:
· Blended working where role allows
· Flexible working options to support work/life balance
· 33 days increasing to a maximum 36 (FTE) annual holiday which includes an allowance for bank holidays
· Up to 4% matched pension contribution
· 2 days pro rata volunteering days to support volunteering in Suffolk
· Staff Discounts Scheme for a range of retailers including; shopping, holidays, insurance, eating out and health and leisure activities
· Company Sick Pay Scheme
· Continued Professional Development for job related development
· Family Friendly policies and practices
· Tailored induction
For more information, please visit our website for a copy of our application pack.
Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 22nd July 2024.
Interviews will take place week commencing: 29th July 2024.
Community Action Suffolk’s mission is to strengthen and champion community action in Suffolk by supporting the VCFSE sector
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Join a team with a bold mission – at Swindon & Gloucestershire Mind, we are dedicated to reshaping the landscape of mental health and emotional wellbeing in our community. The Wellbeing Practitioner will be the forefront of a critical support system for people experiencing homelessness. You will be working with people with mental health needs, offering wellbeing support to rough sleepers identified in the borough.
What You'll Do:
- Collaboration and Efficiency: Work hand-in-hand with existing Mental Health Provision. well as other local agencies/organisations to effectively support young people transitioning from services.
- Innovation and Empowerment: Channel your passion into providing evidence-based interventions, elevating the mental health and emotional well-being of the people we serve, while opening doors to life's possibilities.
Why Join Us:
• Impact Matters: Join a team where your work directly transforms lives and contributes to a healthier community.
• Personal Growth: We offer professional development opportunities that will enrich your career and help shape the future of mental health services in Swindon.
• Collaborative Culture: Work alongside like-minded individuals who share your passion for making a meaningful impact.
Together, we can build a brighter, healthier future for Swindon. Your contribution can make all the difference.
We provide advice and support to empower anyone in our local communities experiencing a mental health problem.
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Office based, hybrid, at least three days in our rural Ashford office
We are looking for an experienced professional to take a key role in our grant-making team as our second grants officer. You will be comfortable analysing applications for funding and making informed recommendations, as well as a highly competent database user, comfortable with “super user” responsibilities. In addition, you will take a lead on data – reporting on, representing and interrogating our grant-making data. You will also be lead contact on a limited number of funds, so must be confident managing relationships with stakeholders. Finally, you will oversee our grantee feedback process; managing process for receipt, collation and distribution of grant feedback.
So, if you are database-confident, numerate, analytical, self-motivated, highly organised and comfortable taking the initiative, this could be the opportunity for you. You would be an integral part of a great team getting much needed grants to worthy causes all over Kent & Medway.
This is a full-time position based at our offices in Smeeth near Ashford, requiring at least three days in the office. Public transport links are very limited, so own transport is required.
Applications should be in the form of an up-to-date CV and covering letter. (CVs received without an accompanying cover letter won’t be considered.) The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 12th July. Interviews will provisionally be held on Wednesday 24th July.
If you wish to discuss any accessibility concerns or if you need any more information or assistance, please contact Natalie Smith at Kent Community Foundation.
Applications should be in the form of an up-to-date CV and covering letter outlining how you meet the person specification for this role (CVs received without an accompanying cover letter won’t be considered.) The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday 12th July. Interviews will provisionally be held on Wednesday 24th July.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
JOB PURPOSE
The post holder will support all aspects of business development to achieve the Association’s objectives, including securing funding from a range of sources; keeping abreast of income sources and funding opportunities; assisting and supporting the development of bids, tenders, and making applications to grant makers, trusts and others with funds to invest.
Some Key Tasks & Responsibilities:-
· Preparing quality funding bids and tender submissions (including to Trusts; Foundations’ Lottery; Local Authorities, Health Service, etc.) to meet the Association’s objectives.
· Keep abreast of funding and tendering opportunities from public, government, trusts and private sectors ensuring WLCA managers and consortium partners are kept informed, where appropriate.
· Maximising opportunities by preparing and submitting expressions of interest /pre-qualification through to the tender stage, objectively reviewing bid submissions and making appropriate changes/improvements.
· Ensuring bids and tender submissions are developed with community engagement and input, ideally coproduced with community members and potential beneficiaries.
· Supporting the development of project concepts by researching and developing relationships with prospective funders.
· Liaising with and supporting consortium funding opportunities, applications, and project development in line with the tendering and funding bid requirements.
· Developing and maintaining a database of funders and creating good practice fundraising guides and model applications.
· Developing links with the private sector to provide sponsorships and funding through Social Value and Corporate Social Responsibility.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Area Fundraiser
We are looking for a dynamic Area Fundraiser to join our team and work with us to build existing, and attract new, corporate and community supporters to the charity.
The fundraising team is a small team who work closely together and thrive to deliver high quality, successful fundraising initiatives. You will help us to promote awareness and build our income to support and sustain the vital work we do across all our services.
You will be an inspiring communicator with proven ability to develop positive relationships both with businesses and individuals. You’ll be highly organised in order to develop plans, manage competing priorities and problem solve effectively.
Working hours: Full-time or 30 hours per week
Flexible working opportunities
Plus excellent staff benefits
Salary: £30k-£32k
Closing date: 22nd July 2024
First Interview date: Week commencing 29th July 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Adult Carers Service Manager
About us
Angus Carers Centre is a rights-based charity working with and for unpaid carers from all walks of life living across Angus. We exist to improve the quality of life for all carers by building genuine and equal relationships, connecting carers with each other to create a sense of belonging and community, providing practical and emotional supports, and influencing change at local and national level.
Established in 1996, we have grown significantly over the last 25 years, and we are now supporting nearly 2,000 unpaid adult and young carers across Angus. Our talented and passionate team of 25 staff and over 20 volunteers ensure the needs of our carers are meet. Together with our volunteers we strive to provide a first-class service to carers and their families, to make a lasting difference to their lives.
Our vision is that all unpaid carers in Angus will receive appropriate information and support to enable them to feel valued and confident in their caring situation and to develop their own potential.
Why should you consider applying?
The social, political and policy horizon is changing, and we need to ensure that we provide the right support at the right time. We are entering a new and exciting chapter, and there has never been a better time to join our organisation.
You will form part of the Leadership Team. You will be making an impact by building authentic and empowering relationships with our dedicated and change-driven teams supporting unpaid carers, their families and partner organisations. You will lead on the development of our service demonstrating its impact and added value. But most importantly, you will put the voice of carers at the centre of what we do.
Reporting to the CEO, you will have a positive non-judgemental regard and help unpaid carers exercise their rights and support them to realise their potential.
Job overview
The postholder will:
· Create a safe environment for unpaid carers to build genuine relationships to participate in meaningful and engaging activities allowing them to express themselves, share their dreams and aspirations.
· Manage the development of Angus Carers Centre’s services, including identifying unmet need, monitoring, and maintaining standards in line with contractual agreements, and good practice.
· Provide leadership, management, coaching, support to the team members.
· Be responsible and accountable for the management of the team’s financial budgets in line with Angus Carers Centre’s financial and business support procedures.
· Measure the impact of our work in a creative and ethical manner ensuring lessons learnt are identified and taken forward, reporting on outcomes and progress towards strategic objectives.
· Work closely with other teams to ensure collaborative culture and synergies prevail across all areas of Angus Carers Centre’s work.
· Maintain and build relationships with a broad range of public, private and Third Sector organisations, including schools, community groups, health and care providers, and others.
· In collaboration with other teams, use the evidence of impact of our work to influence policy and practice within the local area and beyond.
· Ensure organisational and local safeguarding and health & safety policies are adhered to and effectively implemented.
· Support teams in identifying unpaid carers’ needs, circumstances, and outcomes, and support them to achieve them by working collaboratively with colleagues, partners agencies and other organisations.
· Ensure unpaid carers’ voices and opinions are heard and taken into account in decision-making processes.
· Work collaboratively with Angus Carers Centre’s teams to achieve its vision and strategic objectives.
· Continuously learn, reflect, and improve what we do to ensure evaluation is embedded into practice, and reflects agreed outcomes.
· Raise profile of Angus Carers Centre by facilitating information and development sessions with a wide range of organisations, communities, and individuals.
· Speak truth to power in a respectful, impactful, and authentic manner.
· Comply with Angus Carers Centre’s policies and procedures.
Job overview
The above does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities and tasks but indicates the main responsibilities required from employees in the role. The organisation reserves the right to require employees to perform other duties from time to time.
Key values
· Strong sense of integrity.
· Authentic and true to themselves and others,
· Compassionate and boundaries,
· Drive for social justice and equity.
Qualifications and knowledge:
· Bachelor’s or master’s degree such as Social Work, Community Development, Youth Work. Equivalent qualification or five years’ experience at a senior level.
· Understanding of Human Rights, the UNCRC and Children’s Rights and the needs of diverse individuals and communities,
· Knowledge of the policy and practice areas of the social care sector in Scotland, including SSSC, Care Inspectorate and the new National Care Service.
· While we would welcome the knowledge gathered through a relevant qualification, we are just as interested in relevant work experience.
· Demonstrable continuing professional development in relevant areas
· Full Driving License and a suitable vehicle for work with business insurance.
Experience
· Experience of leading, motivating and building teams through times of change.
· Experience of the social care sector in Scotland, including the policy landscape affecting local authorities, health boards, health,and social care partnerships.
· Experience of multiagency working supporting the development and delivery of services within local communities.
· Experience of working with a range of stakeholders, senior officials, Trustees, the public and partner.
Working hours
35 hours per week subject to organisational needs. Some work may have to be undertaken outside office hours, including evenings and weekends.
Special conditions
The post entails work with vulnerable people and falls within the definition of “regulated work” under the provision of the Protection of Vulnerable groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The post holder will require to be registered as a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme, which will involve a Disclosure Scotland check.
Office base
The post is based at 8 Grant Road, Arbroath, DD11 1JN.
Equal opportunities
Angus Carers Centre is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to consider joining Angus Carers Centre.
Benefits
· Training and development opportunities
· Employee Assistance Programme
· 6% employer pension contribution
· Free car park
· 31 days of annual leave
· Flexible working, subject to organisation’s needs.
Application process To apply, please provide the following:
1. A covering letter explaining why you are interested in this position, highlighting your relevant experience, and explaining how you meet the ‘Person Specification’ (detailed below). The letter should be between 800 and 1000 words.
2. A CV, limited to two pages.
3. Contact details for two work or education related references. (Please state clearly if you do not want us to contact references prior to interview.)
To completed applications pleas click on the apply button
Interviews Interviews will be held face to face in Angus Carer Centre
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a 45 – 60 min interview (involving a mix of experience and competency-based questions)
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As a member of the ‘Training Ground’ project, we want you to engage with young people and enable them to reach their full potential with education, training, and employment (ETE) opportunities.
As an Employment Mentor you will help the young people to develop their skills, confidence and offer them guidance when entering the workplace.
The Training Ground programme uses the power of the club’s badge to engage with young people in the community. The project will provide one-to-one mentoring sessions and access to wraparound support, including physical activity sessions, employability and life skills sessions.
The programme will provide an opportunity for targeted groups of young people not currently in education, training or employment in Merton and Kingston to access training and work experience to enable them to gain the skills and confidence to gain employment.
The post holder will have experience in working with young people from a range of backgrounds, whilst also building professional relationships with employers and external stakeholders.
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Business Administrator
Salary: £27,527 - £30,831 per annum + 6% pension
Employment type: Permanent contract
Hours: 36 Hours per week
Location: Haringey, North London including some hybrid working
Closing date: 15 July 2022, 12noon
Interviews: 26 July 2024
Do you thrive in a busy and dynamic environment? Are you passionate about supporting a cause that makes a difference?
The Bridge Renewal Trust is a forward-thinking charity dedicated to reducing heath inequalities and creating healthier, safer and stronger Haringey communities. Established in 2009, we have grown from a team of 3 to over 55 staff members, supporting over 20,000 people annually with a turnover of approximately £3m.
We are seeking an experienced Business Administrator to oversee our day-to-day administrative functions, including human resources and office management. You will provide administrative and operational support to Chief Executive and the senior management team with the goal of streamlining administrative processes, improving consistency across the organisation, and enhancing organisational efficiency and effectiveness. This role is pivotal in improving the quality of services provided to the diverse communities in Haringey, at a time when our support is needed more than ever.
First and foremost, we are looking for an ambitious and competent professional with a strong track record of executive administrative experience; excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines; and strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with staff and volunteers at all levels.
We operate flexible working practices, and depending on work commitments, the post holder may utilise some hybrid working arrangements as appropriate including working from our offices or at home.
Are you ready to join our growing team and be part of positive change? This is your exceptional opportunity to join a progressive organisation where we value and reward the performance of our staff.
To apply, please email your CV with contact details of two referees, a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the requirements set out in the Person Specification and completed equal opportunities monitoring form.
For a full job description, please visit the Bridge Renewal Trust website.
The Bridge Renewal Trust is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Company registration No: 06949568, Registered Charity No: 1131941
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Job purpose
To deliver individual support packages to service users motivating them to make positive lifestyle choices.
Main duties
- Contribute to a ‘good practice’ support service, appropriate to service user needs.
- Work closely with individuals to develop needs assessment, support packages, action plans and risk assessments.
- Ensure individual support packages are reflective of the different service user needs, including culture and diversity issues.
- Meet clearly defined service user outcomes through key working, support plans, risk assessments and other interventions.
- Regularly review action plans and risk assessments in line with Hope’s policies and practice.
- Ensure the support package promotes empowerment and independence and underpins the ethos of the work undertaken.
- Undertake referrals and assessments of service users, working with them to identify the most appropriate solutions for their needs.
- To work with clients to ensure clients maximise welfare benefits.
- Ensure service users have access to relevant external support services.
- Ensure opportunities for education, training, employment and other meaningful occupations are integral to the support service.
- Work in line with health and safety requirements.
- Commit to a service user centred approach.
- Work with clients towards positive and tangible outcomes.
- Meet the requirements of rota systems (to include days and lates to 9.30pm).
- Work as part of a team to deliver a high standard service across the scheme.
- Use IT systems to complete paperwork in a timely manner and to an exceptionally high standard.
- Work in line with the charities policies and procedures and the requirements of funders to ensure effective service delivery.
- Work in partnership with key agencies, both statutory and voluntary sectors.
- Deal with conflict and difficult situations.
- To respect the confidential nature of the work.
- To participate in appropriate training and staff development programmes.
- To promote and ensure the implementation and compliance with Hope’s policies.
- To help ensure that organisational services are delivered in accordance with Hope’s equal opportunity policy.
- Attend regular supervisions.
- Attend regular team meetings.
Responsible to
Service Manager
Hours of work
Full Time
Salary
£25,000
Holidays
28 days per annum (including statutory holidays).
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What will you be doing?
You will be joining Caxton Youth Organisation during an exciting time in our strategy, as we aim to maximise our reach and support the wellbeing of over sixty learning disabled and autistic 11–25-year-olds in Westminster each year, by creating communities, breaking barriers and empowering young people through youth work. You will be central to this, developing a team of youth workers and ensuring our programmes are delivered successfully. As well as maintaining top quality accessible activities, embedding referral and activity partnerships. You will be working directly with young people 1-2 evening sessions a week and on incredible trips around the community.
What we’re looking for:
As an ideal candidate, you will bring proven experience of overseeing the delivery and management of youth programmes with learning disabled and autistic young people, directly delivering youth-led services. You will have demonstrable experience of team management and will line manage an amazing team of youth workers supporting them to grow and thrive and deliver the best outcomes for young people. You will support the organisation to meet deadlines and complete reports to be able to keep Caxton as a sustainable and impactful organisation. You will have demonstrated your ability to use reflective youth work practice and flexibility and innovation across your career. As an outstanding communicator, you will possess an exceptional ability to develop and maintain partnerships, capable of securing commitment to Caxton Youth Organisation and building a confident team. You will have proven experience of strategically thinking about developing projects and programmes for young people.
If this sounds like something you want to be part of then I hope you will download the job pack and submit a cover letter and CV for consideration.
Person Specification
What we'd love from you: (the Essentials)
- A personal commitment to Caxton’s mission to create communities, break barriers and empower learning disabled young people.
- 3+ years of youth work experience
- Experience of managing and delivering targeted youth work
- A minimum qualification in Youth Work at Level 2 or above
- 2+ years of line-management experience
- Experience of the learning disability sector and of implementing projects with learning disabled young people.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- A satisfactory DBS check at enhanced level is required
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Experience of successfully managing youth projects with outcomes and deadlines.
- A strong track record of developing and embedding a performance management culture with a clear development focus.
- Ability to motivate and empower staff so as to build effective teams and relationships, trust, good morale and teamwork.
Desirable
- An understanding of different communication methods, including Makaton
- Experience of detailed reporting to funders on all aspects of the programme and services
- First Aid Qualification
- A proven ability to manage expenditure budget
- Able to demonstrate a track record of strategic planning and delivery
- Level 3+ qualification in youth work
The first round of interviews will be held on Thursday 25th July 2024.
Please can you complete a cover letter which shows why you would like to work at Caxton Youth Organisation and how you meet all of criteria in the person specification. Any applications that do not include a cover letter will not be considered.
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We are seeking an experienced project manager with a genuine passion and knowledge about nature and climate to lead and deliver our new WASH project.
Norton Hall is a small, but growing charity with a vibrant team based in and working with the community of Wash wood Heath, in East Birmingham. The WASH will be based at our Dolphin Women’s Centre in Ward End Park; a much valued, Green Flag accredited 54-acre public space with a Lake and the Wash Brook.
Thanks to National Lottery players, Norton Hall has received a five-year grant from The National Lottery Community Fund.
The funding will be used to engage our local community in nature and climate learning activities, connecting them with the rural environment, increasing their connection to their surroundings and encouraging them to understand what it means to them. Shaped by volunteers, service users and partners, the WASH aims to see improvements in everyday lives, including food and growing skills, career opportunities, improved mental and physical health, and confidence building.
To succeed in this role, your extensive project and people management experience will ideally be rooted in environmental work and co-ordinating large-scale projects. Your interpersonal and leadership skills will enable you to develop excellent relationships with your team, partners and wider stakeholders.
You will be a self-motivated individual, who’s organisational and time management skills will keep the WASH team on track to meet milestones and ensure the project achieves its vision and objectives.
We will inform candidates who have been shortlisted for interview on Friday 26th July and will be interviewing for this position on Tuesday 30th July. In person interviews are preferred but we can accommodate online participation. We welcome applications from people who have a disability. We can only accept applications from people with the right to work in the UK and are unable to sponsor working visa applications.
If you would like an informal conversation about this role please contact our Chief Executive Officer Suzanne Knipe.
Please note that CVs will not be accepted, and that you will need to include a cover email with your application outlining how your experience, skills and attributes makes you an ideal candidate for the role.
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