Community Manager Jobs
To support and grow Sarcoma UK’s relationships with trusts and foundations. This includes coordinating applications, maintaining a strong pipeline, and supporting fundraising efforts across the organisation. The role also involves providing fundraising support through merchandise management, donor engagement, and administrative assistance.
Benefits:
- Flexible working options including hybrid working
- Pension with 5% employer contribution
- 25 days holiday entitlement per annum plus bank holidays and the working days between Christmas and New Year
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Volunteering day per year
- Enhanced sick, maternity and adoption pay
- Sarcoma UK Life Insurance Scheme
- Health and wellbeing:
- Health Cash Plan
- Therapy sessions
- Wellbeing Group
- Team activites throughout the year
- Interest-free season ticket and bicycle loan
Our Values
- Pioneering we are leading the way to a better future for the sarcoma community.
- Together we are creating a community to make a difference for all those affected by sarcoma.
- Expert we use our expertise in understanding sarcoma to deliver better outcomes.
Duties and key responsibilities
1. Trusts and Foundations
- Act as the main point of contact for trusts and foundations supporting gifts under £10,000, ensuring they receive timely and appropriate support, materials, and updates to foster successful grant applications and long-term relationships.
- Identify and research new trusts and foundations whose funding priorities align with Sarcoma UK’s mission.
- Plan and coordinate the schedule of grant applications aligning with internal priorities and submission deadlines.
- Draft compelling grant applications, ensuring high-quality submissions, and coordinate the process of application tracking and reporting.
- Maintain the existing pipeline of trust fundraising activities in Raiser's Edge, monitoring progress and ensuring follow-up actions are taken.
- Cultivate and strengthen relationships with new and existing trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of the Trusts and Foundations fundraising strategy.
- Work with the Research, Policy, and Support Services teams to arrange meetings between trust representatives and Sarcoma UK funded project leads, where appropriate.
- Collaborate with the Communications team to ensure that trust and foundation-related web pages are up-to-date and engaging.
2. Fundraising Support
Merchandise
- Manage stock by overseeing merchandise stock levels, liaising with suppliers, processing orders, and ensuring smooth fulfilment of orders.
- Manage Sarcoma UK’s online shop, ensuring it is regularly updated with accurate product listings and that orders are processed efficiently, meeting supporter expectations.
Administrative Support
- Provide general administrative support across all fundraising activities and projects as needed by the organisation.
- Produce regular reports on fundraising activities, including data from JustGiving, Enthuse, and GoFundMe, ensuring accurate tracking and evaluation.
- Contribute to the smooth running of the organisation, assisting with general administrative tasks and ensuring processes are followed consistently.
- Monitor, evaluate and analyse fundraising activities, providing insights to inform future strategies.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on Sarcoma UK’s fundraising database (Raiser's Edge).
Supporter Care
- Respond promptly and professionally to fundraising inquiries via post, email, and phone, offering support and guidance to donors and fundraisers.
General Fundraising Support
- Collaborate with the Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager to identify new prospects within Sarcoma UK’s supporter community.
- Work with the Communications team to identify and maximise publicity opportunities, raising awareness of Sarcoma UK’s fundraising efforts.
- Provide occasional support for Major Donor fundraising activities as needed.
- Stay up to date with the latest fundraising practices and trends ensuring Sarcoma UK’s processes and procedures align with best practices.
3. Other Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Sarcoma UK’s existing and potential supporters, including contacts within trusts and foundations.
- The role may require occasional travel to events and meetings across the UK, including some evening or weekend work, for which Time Off In Lieu (TOIL) will be provided.
- Adapt to the evolving needs of Sarcoma UK, taking on additional duties and responsibilities as required.
Sarcoma UK is a national charity that funds vital research and offers information and support to anyone affected by sarcoma.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Role: Team Manager
Salary: £15.77 per hour
Hours: Part time 25 hours per week - Permanent
Location: Totnes
Welcome Bonus: £250 for new starters in Devon (T&Cs apply)
Join United Response as a Team Manager
We’re looking for an experienced, passionate Team Manager to support our services in Totnes! As a Team Manager, you’ll work with a dedicated team, supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism in leading fulfilling, independent lives.
About the Role
As a Team Manager, you’ll collaborate closely with the Service Manager, overseeing daily operations and supporting the people we serve across our Devon services. This dynamic role offers a blend of direct support and behind-the-scenes management, providing both personal and professional fulfilment.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Leadership & Guidance: Provide support and guidance across services, enhancing quality and person-centred care.
- Staff Development: Conduct supervision meetings, support team cohesion, and facilitate growth through regular team meetings.
- Person-Centred Support: Ensure support plans are up-to-date and support individuals in building community connections and achieving personal goals.
- App-Based Management: Utilize Nourish, our digital care and support app (training provided), to maintain efficient service documentation.
What You Need
To excel as a Team Manager, you’ll bring:
- A full UK driving license for travel between services.
- Extensive social care experience with individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
- Supervisory experience with skills in team motivation and staff development.
- An NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care (or the willingness to work toward it).
- Strong organizational skills, compassion, resilience, and an ability to inspire others.
Benefits & Rewards
At United Response, we recognize and reward dedication with a comprehensive package:
- Annual Leave: 20 days plus 8 bank holidays, with increases based on service.
- Pension Contributions and access to health, physiotherapy, and counselling services.
- Training Opportunities: Fully funded, nationally recognized qualifications.
- Perks and Discounts: Travel-to-work scheme and access to 3,500 retailer discounts via our online shopping platform.
This role requires flexibility for evening, weekend, and holiday shifts. The successful candidate will need to pass a DBS check, fully covered by United Response.
Ready to Make a Difference?
United Response is an equal opportunity employer and a Disability Confident Leader, supporting applicants with disabilities and guaranteeing interviews for those meeting minimum criteria.
Embark on a rewarding career with United Response—apply today!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are currently recruiting a Project Pharmacy Manager (Medical Supplier Capacity Building Project) to join our Programs team.
This is a remote position open to candidates based in RI countries of operation, CET (+/- 3 hours) preferred.
At Relief International, we are committed to building a representative, inclusive and authentic workplace. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from minoritized backgrounds those who bring lived experience of the contexts in which we work.
Note you must have the right to work in your home-based location and that national terms and conditions will apply.
This role is classified as requiring advanced pre-employment checks.
About Relief International
Relief International is an international non-profit organization that partners with communities impacted by conflict, climate change and disaster to save lives, build greater resilience and promote long-term health and wellbeing. We work in 16 countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, providing Health and Nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Education and Livelihoods programming that creates the foundation for community resilience.
About the Opportunity
RI has recently entered into a partnership with Takeda Pharmaceuticals, to implement a four-year project medical supply chain project. This project will focus on building the capacity of 20 local pharmaceutical and medical device suppliers in four countries where Relief International (RI) has existing programming: Afghanistan, Yemen, Myanmar, and Syria.
Providing technical leadership, the project Pharmacy Manager working in close collaboration with the Project Director and project Supply Chain Manager, will support activities of the project deliverables.
Your Responsibilities
This role includes the following responsibilities.
- Lead on national health stakeholders to ensure buy-in and support for the project and its sustainability post project (medical regulatory authority, ministry of health, pharmacy associations, public sector medical procurement departments).
- Work with national peer health stakeholders to ensure their understanding, and engagement / support for the project (iNGOs, Health Clusters, aid management partners, UN stakeholders.
- Reach out to other iNGOs active in the project countries to harmonize product portfolios, and develop support for quality standards
- Champion the RI database for medical products including the RI Medical Supply List (MSL), manufacturers, distributors to include relevant quality data about products and suppliers
- Help the Supply Chain and Procurement Coordinator on sourcing and verifying medical assurance quality certificates with local suppliers to enable RI to conduct and improve local medical supply procurement
- Support sub-contractor activities as agreed in the sub-contractor agreement, and Collaborating with the Pharmacy advisor, lead in conducting regular reviews and assessments of sub-contractor work and progress and providing inputs into required reports
About You
You will bring the following experience and skills.
- A master's or bachelor's degree in pharmacy or a related field, OR equivalent working experience.
- Proven experience in dealing with multiple stakeholders in challenging environments, and working with large medical supply components in complex contexts
- Track record in project progress monitoring, tracking and reporting, qualitative and quantitative
- Knowledge of donor and other international medical quality assurance standards, and skills with host country institutions, and international organizations.
- Comprehensive understanding of medical product quality assurance certification
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating programs with a technical scope similar to the activity, especially focusing on medical procurement & supply chain.
- Being able to successfully operate in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and technical areas.
- Strong oral and written communication skills. Fluency in English required.
Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs, unless they meet every single requirement. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align with every criteria described, we encourage you to apply anyway, you could be exactly what we need!
How To Apply
To apply for this post, click on the “Apply” button in the job advert page.
- You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.
- The cover letter should be two pages, and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.
Closing Date
1 December 2024. Please apply immediately, we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis, therefore we may withdraw the position from the jobs board before the closing date.
As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviors outlined in the Code of Conduct.
Recruitment to all roles in Relief International include a criminal records self-declaration, references, and other pre-employment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.
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The organisation:
We are partnering with a compelling health charity who are seeking a Community and Events Fundraising Officer for a 6 month fixed term contract, 3 or 4 days per week. You will help drive and deliver their ambitious fundraising strategy and support the delivery of the charity’s events programme.
You will be responsible for:
- Research venues, online platforms, caterers, materials, suppliers, speakers etc. depending on the nature of each event
- Working closely with the Fundraising and Events Team Manager, create and monitor a risk management process and ensure this is followed for each event
- In conjunction with the Fundraising and Events Team Manager, ensure there is a clear event plan with objectives and financial targets for each event, led by a Return on Investment (ROI) methodology.
- Explore corporate sponsorship opportunities and gifts-in-kind for events in conjunction with relevant colleagues across the organisation
- Source raffle prizes and auction lots to develop a ‘bank’ of prizes that can be used at events - creating a prize database and ensuring we have full and accurate information
- Support the production of event programmes and materials for the event, including invitations, seating plans, menus etc.
- Support event mailings and manage replies
- This is a hands-on role supporting event day logistics and day to day work around procuring and maintaining events materials
- Ensure guests have a positive experience and income and ROI targets are met
- Support the Fundraising and Events Team Manager to ensure committee members, prize donors and guests are stewarded and thanked for financial and in kind donations
- Attend and organise meetings internally and externally including diary management, room bookings and preparing papers
- Ensure accurate and accessible record-keeping of all activity and relationships through effective use of the donor database
- Be a point of contact with suppliers and partner organisations
- Support the Fundraising and Events Team Manager and other colleagues as appropriate to provide practical support to donors organising their own large-scale events to ensure their (pre-agreed) needs are met and they are feel valued
- Represent the Charity at events and meetings and safeguard the Charity’s reputation and integrity through an awareness and understanding of our brand and mission
Person specification:
- Experience within a community fundraising environment
- Ability to prioritise and manage competing priorities
- Excellent IT skills including Microsoft packages
- Excellent communications skills
- Strong team worker and motivator of self and others but also the ability to work unsupervised
- Availability to start a new role in the next few weeks
What's on offer:
This role is offering a salary of £31,000 pro rata for this 6 month fixed term contract, 3 or 4 days per week. This is a hybrid role with 1-2 days a week in their London office. This is a fast moving role and applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is found.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
About us
Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for nearly 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from anyone.
Your role
We’re looking for an experienced social media professional who has the expertise to lead the delivery of the RNLI’s social media strategy and approaches across both paid and organic, advising and supporting a wide range of stakeholders at all levels of an organisation in order to help save lives at sea.
As Senior Social Media Manager, key responsibilities include:
- Overseeing the delivery of paid and organic content, as well as community management, across our channels
- Line managing a team of social media specialists
- Providing strategic and outcomes-focused responses to marketing briefs
- Driving forward social media fundraising for the RNLI
- Procuring, implementing and managing relevant social media tools and software
- Innovating in the social media space, including launching new channels
- Leading on the social media elements of crisis communication responses
We are a 24/7 emergency service. You will be required to occasionally be part of the social media rota system which includes shifts between 9am-8pm (Monday to Friday) and some weekend working.
Hybrid with the expectation to travel to Poole once a month.
About you
To be considered for the Senior Social Media Manager role, you will have substantial experience leading on organic and paid content and the strategic use of social media within a large organisation, as well as experience of line management and stakeholder management.
For more information and to apply, please visit our jobs page.
Closing date: 1 December 2024.
Interview dates: 7 & 8 January 2025.
The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
The Katie Piper Foundation are seeking a passionate and proactive Fundraising Relationships Manager to lead our supporter-led fundraising and corporate partnerships, while also supporting events and major donor stewardship. This role offers a unique opportunity to build and nurture impactful relationships, helping us grow our sustainable income to expand our reach and support for survivors.
You will work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Marketing, as well as our Communications Lead, to maximise our fundraising potential and amplify the charity's message. This is a part-time, dynamic role within a small, dedicated team where no two days are the same!
Key Responsibilities
- Relationship Building: Recruit, support, and manage relationships with individual supporters, corporate partners, and community groups, helping them reach their fundraising potential.
- Corporate Partnerships: Identify and secure new corporate partnerships, including charity of the year opportunities, sponsorships, and collaborative fundraising initiatives.
- Community Engagement: Develop supporter-led fundraising activities, encourage survivor involvement, and foster a diverse community of supporters dedicated to our mission.
- Event and Campaign Support: Play a key role in planning and supporting charity-organised and third-party fundraising events.
- Major Donor Stewardship: Collaborate with the team to engage and steward major donors, building long-term relationships that sustain our mission.
About You
You are a natural relationship builder with a creative and strategic approach to fundraising. You are highly organised, proactive, and able to inspire supporters and partners to achieve their fundraising ambitions. You’re comfortable working independently and as part of a small, collaborative team, bringing passion and commitment to each project.
Skills and Experience Required:
- Proven experience in fundraising, relationship management, or a related field
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work creatively and strategically to achieve fundraising goals
- Experience with corporate partnerships and community fundraising is desirable
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Passionate about making a difference for survivors of life-altering burns and scars
Why Join Us?
The Katie Piper Foundation is dedicated to supporting survivors of life-altering burns and scars, empowering them to rebuild their lives with confidence. We provide life-changing, personalised burns rehabilitation, advocacy, and support to help survivors thrive. Join us in making a lasting difference!
- Opportunity to make a real impact in a unique and rewarding role
- Part of a supportive, close-knit team with a shared purpose
- Flexible, part-time hours in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
How to Apply
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you! Applications require CV and supporting statement.
Join us and help transform the lives of survivors of burns and scars. Together, we can make a real difference!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?
Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?
Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?
Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Development Officer to join our team covering Essex. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as hospitals and care homes across the area to meet with clients and professionals and be home based for administration; therefore, a suitable home internet connection is essential.
About us
VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.
We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.
About you
Desirably you will have some experience of working with vulnerable people, providing welfare, supporting, or caring for adults or young people who have support needs.
Additionally you may have experience of representing an organisation in the community.
You should have creative approach to problem-solving and finding solutions to issues that arise. It is essential you can build strong relationships and work effectively with a broad range of people.
How will you make a difference?
You will be responsible delivering a community focused project offering support to individuals and groups across the region.
You will facilitate engagement and collaboration and implement initiatives that foster sustainable development and improve the overall quality of life in the community.
Professional Development?
You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day.
Benefits:
· 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
· Salary sacrifice pension scheme
· Separate Life Assurance Cover
· Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
· Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
· Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
· Support with continuous professional development
Equality and Diversity
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.
VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact Human Resources for further options.
How to apply
To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.
Important Dates:
Closing date for applications: 5pm on 2nd December 2024
Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.
We look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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We are looking for a manager to lead our small team of dedicated and committed Community Sight Loss Advisors and the implementation of our technology support service.
The role will involve recruiting, training and supporting a team of tech volunteers, the planning and delivery of tech training events to groups and individuals, alongside line management of four Community Sight Loss Advisors to ensure our existing advice and peer support services continue to be delivered to a consistently high standard.
Prior experience of working with sight loss is not required, and comprehensive training will be provided.
Please ensure your cover letter includes your reasons for applying and how you feel your skills and experience make you a good candidate for the role.
Wiltshire Sight is committed to quality, equality and valuing diversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds. As a sight loss charity, we particularly encourage applicants who are visually impaired to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Community Support Worker - Safe Space Café
Job Title: Community Support Worker (Safe Space Café)
Salary: £25,642.50 per annum (pro-rata to £15,385.50 for 22.5 hours per week)
Hours: 22.5 hours per week across 3 days (flexible working may be required)
Contract Term: permanent
Location: Open House, E3 4DA, Tower Hamlets
Closing Date: Monday 9December 2024
Interview Date: Friday 13 December 2024
About Us
Mind in Tower Hamlets, Newham, and Redbridge is a local charity affiliated with National Mind. We are committed to supporting individuals with mental health challenges through inclusive and accessible services, creating opportunities for connection, recovery, and resilience.
About the Role
Our Safe Space Café provides a welcoming environment where individuals can access mental health support, affordable meals, and social opportunities. As a Community Support Worker, you will play a vital role in fostering a safe, inclusive space where clients can connect with services, build skills, and find support.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and serve refreshments while ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
- Deliver and continue to develop the Mindful Barista training programme, engaging, and developing our volunteer on this initiative
- Provide a warm, engaging atmosphere for clients to feel valued and supported.
- Signpost individuals to local services, activities, and resources tailored to their needs.
- Supervise and support volunteers and trainees, helping them develop employment skills.
- Collaborate with service teams to ensure smooth and effective café operations.
What We are Looking For
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to foster meaningful connections.
- Knowledge of mental health challenges and a commitment to promoting wellbeing.
- Experience supporting diverse communities and supervising volunteers or trainees.
If you are passionate about supporting individuals through inclusive mental health services and want to make a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Bernadette Keane on the email address below.
Submit your CV and cover letter by 9 December 2024 to Bernadette Keane
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Resource Futures
Our vision is to create a sustainable world. We work collaboratively with governments, businesses and the third sector to help speed up the transition to a circular economy and manage resources and waste in a more sustainable way.
We are non-profit-distributing and have a close-knit team of 50+ trusted employees who collaborate across various areas of the business. Our multi-disciplined and connected approach sets us apart from the competition and enables us to build robust solutions that have a meaningful impact in the world.
We are passionate not only about what we do but how we do it, and we’re proud to be a part of the global B Corp movement to use business as a force for good. Employee-owned and independent, we’re all about helping each team member grow, and together striving towards our goal of creating a sustainable world. We are motivated by the impact of our work and how it feeds into wider issues of climate justice and the circular economy. Our work is far-ranging from supporting businesses to advising governments, as well as delivering the evidence to support global change and driving projects within communities on the ground. Read more about our company and how we go beyond for our people, to help them grow and thrive.
The opportunity
We are seeking a skilled, experienced, and driven Finance Manager to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the CEO, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and providing strategic financial guidance to support the company’s growth and development. You will review our financial procedures and processes and where appropriate recommend and implement change and improvements. You will lead our two-person finance team, part of core services, which provides HR, IT, facilities, and marketing support for the company.
What you will be doing
- Delivery of accurate and timely financial information for the company including preparation of monthly reports as required.
- Support the CEO and Executive on strategic development through the provision of performance insights on financial and delivery metrics and management accounts, liaising with external accountants, as appropriate.
- Provide reports to the Directors, Executive and other senior staff analysing company performance including project financial performance.
- Prepare for and oversee the Company’s annual independent financial accounts audit.
- Oversee insurance policies liaising with brokers and other third parties, as necessary.
- Monthly financial reconciliation of QuickBooks and CMap and production of reports.
- Working with and supporting HR as appropriate on payroll, pensions, holidays, and time records.
- Support the company to continually improve our IMS systems and B Corp accreditation through the provision of efficient financial project management systems and reporting.
- Line management of the Finance Officer.
The essentials
- AAT / ACA / ACCA or CIMA qualified, or proven experience in a similar role.
- Proficient in using QuickBooks.
- Clear and concise communication style, with the ability to build productive professional relationships across all roles.
- A trustworthy problem solver with a positive, can-do attitude.
- Experience in:
- Team and line management, to include coaching and development of direct report.
- Payroll including HMRC management of payrolled benefits.
- Sales and purchase ledger management.
- VAT quarterly and PAYE monthly and annual returns and reports.
- Pension schemes management and payments.
- Annual budget (payroll and overheads) preparation and monitoring.
- Financial management best practice and project performance KPIs.
- Preparation for annual external financial audit.
- Preparation for annual insurance cover and management of polices in liaison with insurance broker.
Great to haves
- Asset management experience.
- Experience of working for an employee-owned ethical company.
- Commitment to sustainability.
Benefits
- Embedded flexi working culture.
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, each year (pro rata for part-time hours) – flexibility to work or use some bank holidays for annual leave.
- Paid volunteer time each year (a full day for those working 19 hours or more per week, and a half day for those working up to 18.75 hours per week).
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Enhanced sick pay.
- Scottish Widows pension plan – the company will match up to 7% of your contribution.
- Group life assurance cover.
- Healthcare portal offering 24/7 GP access, mental health support, wellbeing advice, financial and legal guidance.
- Mental health and wellbeing group with trained mental health first aiders and responders, maintaining a focus on support for our team.
- Cycle to work scheme for all and on-site showers at the Bristol office.
- Home and tech scheme – costs at Currys and Ikea spread across 12 months, and up to 10% savings.
- On-site charging points for electric vehicles at the Bristol office.
- Paid professional membership such as CIWM or IEMA.
- An opportunity to become a company member, contributing to decision making and the future of our business.
- Consultative Group – a group of employees providing an anonymous vehicle for employee voice, raising issues, proposing changes, and engaging senior management.
- Regular line manager 1:1s and performance reviews, with opportunities to discuss and build targets that inspire and push you professionally.
- Annual training budget to ensure continued progression and development, as well as regular internal ‘Lunchtime Briefs’ and other sessions to share skills and knowledge across all roles.
- Two annual team activity days, each followed by evening socials.
- Green and accessible Bristol office, surrounded by nature, and close to the harbourside.
- Accessible central Glasgow office close to local public transport links.
- An opportunity to join a friendly, fun, professional, challenging, and supportive place to work, and a team that is collectively focused on making a positive impact.
Resource Futures is an equal opportunities employer. We strive to create a working environment where everyone can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment. We celebrate difference and encourage everyone to join us in being themselves at work. We pride ourselves on working flexibly to enable our people to take care of their mental health and maintain a good life-work balance. We are Disability Confident and a Living Wage employer, and our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We recruit and treat everyone with equality and respect regardless of age, disability, gender, gender reassignment, marital or partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. In line with the expectations set out in our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy, we place an obligation upon all of our people to respect and act in accordance with this statement.
Our vision is to create a sustainable world. We support organisations, people and communities to thrive using material resources sustainably.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us:
Conwy Mind is a dedicated mental health charity committed to providing life-changing support to individuals facing mental health challenges. We are passionate about raising awareness, breaking down stigma, and making mental health care accessible to all in our community.
To support and expand our work, we’re establishing an exciting new Income Generation Team dedicated to increasing our income, developing innovative fundraising ideas, and engaging our community in meaningful ways.
About the Roles:
As we build on the fundraising success, we've achieved over the past two years with events such as Mental Elf and Seal splash, we're excited to establish a new Income Generation Team to take our efforts to the next level. We are seeking an inspiring Income Generation Lead and two enthusiastic Fundraisers who bring fresh ideas, energy, and a passion for our cause. This team will be pivotal in driving our fundraising initiatives forward, generating new income streams, and creating engaging events and campaigns to expand our reach and impact. Working across Conwy, Gwynedd and Ynys Mon we have big plans. The work will also involve supporting and developing joint opportunities with our neighbouring local minds in North Wales.
Fundraising and Community Engagement Officer x 2 to cover Conwy, Gwynedd and Ynys Mon (1 x Welsh Essential)
Salary Grade/ Rate: £28,000
Location: Unit 5325, North Wales Business Park, Abergele, Conwy, LL22 9HR Hours: 35hrs to be worked flexibly
Annual Leave: 35 days pro rata (including bank holidays)
Responsible to: CEO Contract: Permanent
Role Overview:
This role will deliver a range of fundraising activities, creating a great supporter experience for our participants ensuring our supporters are at the heart of everything we do.
You will project manage fundraising activity and volunteer journeys from beginning to end, delivering them on time and in line with annual plans and budget. You will analyse and produce evaluation reports reporting against budget, interpreting these results to inform the future planning of fundraising activities.
You will possess strong verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with our supporters across a range of channels including mail, e-mail, telephone, face-to-face, and online.
Key Responsibilities:
- Fundraising plan in accordance with the Fundraising strategy.
- Expand our team of volunteers and establish Local Fundraising Groups to raise funds in their community.
- Maintain a robust monitoring and recording system to capture achievements and activities, identifying trends for future planning.
- Hold regular meetings with volunteer groups to reward and thank them, deliver any training and promote a team ethos.
- Support current supporters to continue with their fundraising for us, attending their events.
- Increase the number of organisations, groups and individuals who can hold fundraising events by visiting and giving presentations.
- Promote awareness of Conwy Mind and the services we provide.
- Implement Legacy and In Memoriam donations programme by holding events across the Region
- Develop corporate relationships building Charity of the Year opportunities.
Skills:
- Excellent communication skills using all methods of contact including face to face, email, phone and online
- Strong range of IT skills including Microsoft packages, online research and social media platforms to promote events and success stories
- Good aptitude for collating information using spreadsheets Ability to recruit, manage and support a team of volunteers Innovative approach to fundraising and associated events Motivated to achieve stretching objectives
- Flexible team player.
- Exceptional presentation skills using a range of styles to engage with all aspects of the role.
Experience:
- Significant experience of the Voluntary sector and volunteering Experience of working with, ideally, managing volunteers Demonstrable experience of Fundraising
- Able to evidence a range of presentation styles relevant to the audience
Qualifications:
- A levels, or equivalent qualifications
- Any relevant Fundraising qualifications
- 1 Welsh Essential, 1 Welsh Desirable
Additional Requirements:
- Adhere to all Conwy Mind’s policies with particular reference to confidentiality, cash handling, data protection and health and safety.
- To comply with the data protection regulations, ensuring all information on volunteers and supporters remains confidential.
- To be responsible for personal learning and development, to support the learning and development of others and the whole organisation.
- Keep abreast of new charity sector developments such as new events and fundraising ideas. Attend all mandatory staff training and ensuring you are up to date.
- To work in a manner that facilitates inclusion.
- To administer and organise own work to ensure that it is accurate and meets reporting requirements.
Person Specification
The specific skills, knowledge and abilities required of an individual to be able to effectively perform the role.
Essential:
- Experience if managing community activities and a proven track record of meeting and exceeding targets across a wide range of channels and products.
- Experience and proven track record of managing volunteers to undertake fundraising activities.
- A strong project manager with experience of devising and managing marketing and stewardship strategies to achieve targets.
- Experience if using an innovation process to identify and implement new activities or improve existing ones.
- Experience of using appropriate IT suite and level of programs associated with the role including databases, digital platforms, and financial systems.
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of Fundraising legislation, principles and practices and regulation requirements across community events.
- Exceptional presentation skills using a range of styles to engage with all aspects of the role. Excellent project management skills, including managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to plan, priorities and organise workload to achieve set deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build authentic and effective relationships with supporters and local organisations.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to deal with people at all levels on the telephone, face-to-face and in written communication.
- A strong influencer who is able to encourage participants to exceed fundraising targets.
- A resourceful team member who can work collaboratively across the organisation and with internal and external stakeholders to deliver excellent fundraising activities.
- Ability to interpret and analyse data both during and after a campaign to help inform future strategies.
- Value diversity and treat others with respect, showing sensitivity towards differences, promoting and encouraging diversity.
- Willingness and ability to travel throughout North Wales and to work evenings and weekends.
Desirable:
- Passion for Conwy Mind’s values and work
- Direct or indirect experience of mental health problems Relevant Fundraising Qualification
- A levels, or equivalent qualification
Closing date for Applications:
5pm, 13th December 2024
Interview Dates:
15th & 16th January 2025 – Interviews will be carried out face-to-face at Unit 5325, North Wales Business Park, Abergele, Conwy, LL22 8LJ
Scope of job description
This job description reflects the immediate requirements and responsibilities of the post. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties but gives a general indication of work undertaken which may vary in detail in the light of changing demands and priorities. Substantial changes will be carried out in consultation with the post holder.
Our Application Process
We embrace diversity and understand that being an inclusive organisation, recognising different perspectives, will enable us to provide excellent services. We are committed to ensuring all our employees are treated fairly and equitably at work and promoting equality in physical and mental health for all.
Book a phone conversation with us before you apply, and we will talk you through the role, how your skills and experience might fit our job description and person specification and talk you through how to complete the application form.
Once you have submitted your application form, we will compare your application to what we are
looking for with our person specification, and if they’re a good fit we’ll contact you for an interview.
AMDANOM NI:
Mae Mind Conwy yn elusen benodedig ar gyfer iechyd meddwl. Mae wedi ymroi i ddarparu cymorth trawsnewidiol i unigolion sy’n wynebu heriau iechyd meddwl. Rydym ni’n angerddol dros godi ymwybyddiaeth, cael gwared â stigma, a sicrhau bod gofal iechyd meddwl yn hygyrch i bawb yn ein cymuned.
Er mwyn cefnogi ac ehangu ar y gwaith yr ydym ni eisoes yn ei wneud, rydym ni’n sefydlu Tîm Cynhyrchu Incwm newydd i gynyddu incwm, datblygu syniadau arloesol i godi arian, ac ymgysylltu â’r gymuned mewn ffyrdd ystyrlon.
Y Swyddi:
Wrth i ni adeiladu ar y llwyddiannau yr ydym ni wedi eu cael dros y ddwy flynedd ddiwethaf yng nghyd-destun codi arian, megis Mental Elf a Seal splash, rydym ni’n gyffrous iawn ein bod ni’n sefydlu tîm Cynhyrchu Incwm newydd er mwyn gwneud ein hymdrechion codi arian yn fwy llwyddiannus byth. Rydym ni’n chwilio am Arweinydd Cynhyrchu Incwm sydd â'r gallu i ysbrydoli, yn ogystal â dau Swyddog Codi Arian a fydd yn dod â syniadau newydd, egni a brwdfrydedd i'r mudiad. Bydd y tîm hwn yn gwneud gwaith allweddol wrth ddatblygu ein cynlluniau codi arian, creu ffrydiau incwm ychwanegol, a chynnal digwyddiadau ac ymgyrchoedd ymgysylltu er mwyn cyrraedd mwy o bobl a chael mwy o effaith. Rydym ni’n gweithio ym mhob rhan o Gonwy, Gwynedd ac Ynys Môn, ac mae gennym ni gynlluniau mawr. Bydd y gwaith hwn yn golygu cefnogi a datblygu cyfleoedd ar y cyd â changhennau Mind lleol yng Ngogledd Cymru.
Swyddog Codi Arian ac Ymrwymiad Cymunedol x 2, i gwmpasu Conwy, Gwynedd ac Ynys Môn (1 x Cymraeg yn Hanfodol)
Graddfa Cyflog: £28,000
Oriau: 35 i'w gweithio'n hyblyg
Gwyliau Blynyddol: 35 diwrnod pro rata (gan gynnwys gwyliau banc)
Yn atebol i: Prif Swyddog Gweithredol
Diben y swydd:
Bydd y swydd hon yn golygu cyflawni amrywiaeth o weithgareddau codi arian, gan greu profiad gwych i’n cefnogwyr, gan sicrhau bod ein cefnogwyr wrth galon popeth a wnawn.
Byddwch yn rheoli gweithgareddau codi arian a theithiau gwirfoddolwyr o’r dechrau i’r diwedd, gan eu cyflawni’n brydlon ac yn unol â’r gyllideb a’r cynlluniau blynyddol. Byddwch yn dadansoddi ac yn cynhyrchu adroddiadau gwerthuso yn erbyn y gyllideb, gan ddehongli’r canlyniadau hyn fel sail ar gyfer cynllunio gweithgareddau codi arian yn y dyfodol.
Byddwch yn meddu ar sgiliau cyfathrebu llafar cryf a’r gallu i gyfathrebu’n effeithiol â’n cefnogwyr ar draws amrywiaeth o sianeli gan gynnwys post, e-bost, ffôn, wyneb yn wyneb ac ar-lein.
Prif Gyfrifoldebau:
- Y cynllun codi arian yn unol â’r strategaeth Codi Arian.
- Ehangu ein tîm o wirfoddolwyr a sefydlu Grwpiau Codi Arian Lleol i godi arian yn eu cymuned.
- Cynnal system fonitro a chofnodi gadarn i gofnodi cyflawniadau a gweithgareddau, gan nodi tueddiadau ar gyfer cynllunio yn y dyfodol.
- Cynnal cyfarfodydd rheolaidd gyda grwpiau gwirfoddol i’w gwobrwyo ac i ddiolch iddyn nhw, a darparu hyfforddiant a hyrwyddo ethos tîm.
- Cynorthwyo cefnogwyr cyfredol i barhau i godi arian ar ein rhan, gan fynychu eu digwyddiadau.
- Cynyddu nifer y mudiadau, grwpiau ac unigolion sy’n gallu cynnal digwyddiadau codarian drwy ymweld â nhw a rhoi cyflwyniadau.
- Hyrwyddo ymwybyddiaeth o Mind Conwy a’r gwasanaethau a ddarparwn.
- Rhoi rhaglen rhoddion Etifeddiaeth ac Er Cof ar waith drwy gynnal digwyddiadau ar draws y Rhanbarth
- Datblygu cysylltiadau corfforaethol gan adeiladu cyfleoedd Elusen y Flwyddyn.
Sgiliau:
- Sgiliau cyfathrebu rhagorol gan ddefnyddio pob dull o gysylltu, gan gynnwys wyneb yn wyneb, ar e-bost, dros y ffôn ac ar-lein
- Ystod gref o sgiliau TG gan gynnwys pecynnau Microsoft, gwneud ymchwil ar-lein a llwyfannau cyfryngau cymdeithasol i hyrwyddo digwyddiadau a straeon am lwyddiant
- Gallu da i gasglu gwybodaeth gan ddefnyddio taenlenni
- Gallu recriwtio, rheoli a chefnogi tîm o wirfoddolwyr
- Agwedd arloesol at godi arian a digwyddiadau cysylltiedig
- Yn llawn cymhelliant i gyflawni amcanion ymestynnol
- Aelod hyblyg o dîm
- Sgiliau cyflwyno rhagorol gan ddefnyddio amrywiaeth o arddulliau i ymgysylltu â phob agwedd ar y rôl
Profiad:
- Profiad sylweddol yn y sector gwirfoddol ac o wirfoddoli
- Profiad o weithio gyda, ac yn ddelfrydol, rheoli gwirfoddolwyr
- Profiad amlwg o godi arian
- Gallu dangos tystiolaeth o amrywiaeth o arddulliau cyflwyno sy’n berthnasol i’r Gynulleidfa
Cymwysterau:
- Lefel A, neu gymwysterau cyfatebol
- Unrhyw gymwysterau Codi Arian perthnasol
- 1 Cymraeg yn Hanfodol, 1 Cymraeg Dymunol
Gofynion ychwanegol:
- Glynu wrth holl bolisïau Mind Conwy gan gyfeirio’n benodol at gyfrinachedd, trin arian parod, diogelu data ac iechyd a diogelwch.
- Cydymffurfio â’r rheoliadau diogelu data, gan sicrhau bod yr holl wybodaeth am wirfoddolwyr a chefnogwyr yn aros yn gyfrinachol.
- Bod yn gyfrifol am ddysgu a datblygu personol, cefnogi dysgu a datblygiad pobl eraill a’r sefydliad cyfan.
- Bod yn gyfarwydd â datblygiadau newydd yn y sector elusennau megis digwyddiadau newydd a syniadau codi arian.
- Mynychu pob hyfforddiant gorfodol i staff a sicrhau eich bod yn gyfredol â nhw.
- Gweithio mewn ffordd sy’n hwyluso cynhwysiant.
- Gweinyddu a threfnu eich gwaith eich hun i sicrhau ei fod yn gywir ac yn bodloni gofynion adrodd.
Manyleb y
Person Hanfodol
- Profiad o reoli gweithgareddau cymunedol a hanes llwyddiannus o gyflawni a rhagori ar dargedau ar draws ystod eang o sianeli a chynnyrch.
- Profiad a hanes llwyddiannus o reoli gwirfoddolwyr i ymgymryd â gweithgareddau codi arian.
- Rheolwr prosiect cryf gyda phrofiad o ddyfeisio a rheoli strategaethau marchnata a stiwardiaeth i gyflawni targedau.
- Profiad o ddefnyddio proses arloesi i nodi a gweithredu gweithgareddau newydd neu wella rhai sydd eisoes yn bodoli.
- Profiad o ddefnyddio rhaglenni TG priodol a lefel y rhaglenni sy’n gysylltiedig â’r rôl, gan gynnwys cronfeydd data, llwyfannau digidol a systemau ariannol.
- Gwybodaeth a dealltwriaeth ragorol o ddeddfwriaeth, egwyddorion ac arferion Codi Arian a gofynion rheoleiddio ar draws digwyddiadau cymunedol.
- Sgiliau cyflwyno rhagorol gan ddefnyddio amrywiaeth o arddulliau i ymgysylltu â phob agwedd ar y rôl.
- Sgiliau rheoli prosiect rhagorol, gan gynnwys rheoli nifer o brosiectau ar yr un pryd.
- Gallu cynllunio, blaenoriaethu a threfnu llwythi gwaith er mwyn cwrdd â therfynau amser.
- Sgiliau rhyngbersonol cadarn i feithrin perthnasoedd dilys ac effeithiol gyda chefnogwyr a sefydliadau lleol.
- Sgiliau cyfathrebu rhagorol, gan gynnwys y gallu i ddelio â phobl ar bob lefel dros y ffôn, wyneb yn wyneb ac ar bapur.
- Dylanwadwr cryf sy’n gallu annog cyfranogwyr i ragori ar y targedau codi arian.
- Aelod dyfeisgar o’r tîm sy’n gallu cydweithio ar draws y sefydliad a gyda rhanddeiliaid mewnol ac allanol i ddarparu gweithgareddau codi arian rhagorol.
- Gallu dehongli a dadansoddi data yn ystod ac ar ôl ymgyrch er mwyn helpu i lywio strategaethau yn y dyfodol.
- Gwerthfawrogi amrywiaeth a thrin eraill â pharch, gan ddangos sensitifrwydd tuag at wahaniaethau, hyrwyddo ac annog amrywiaeth.
- Parodrwydd a’r gallu i deithio ar draws Gogledd Cymru a gweithio fin nos ac ar benwythnosau.
Dymunol
- Lefel A, neu gymhwyster cyfatebol
- Cymhwyster Codi Arian perthnasol
- Profiad uniongyrchol neu anuniongyrchol o broblemau iechyd meddwl
- Brwdfrydedd dros werthoedd a gwaith Mind Conwy
Y dyddiad cau ar gyfer cyflwyno ceisiadau yw:
5pm, 13 Rhagfyr 2024
Dyddiad y Cyfweliadau:
15 a 16 Ionawr 2025 – Cynhelir y cyfweliadau wyneb yn wyneb yn Uned 5325, Parc Busnes Gogledd Cymru, Abergele, Conwy, LL22 8LJ
Y Broses Gwneud Cais
Rydyn ni eisiau gwneud ein rolau mor hygyrch ag y gallwn i’r ystod ehangaf bosibl o ymgeiswyr, felly mae’r sgyrsiau hyn yn rhoi cyfle i chi ofyn cwestiynau, i weld a yw eich sgiliau a’ch profiad yn addas, ac i gael gwybod mwy am y broses gwneud cais.
Trefnwch sgwrs dros y ffôn gyda ni cyn i chi wneud cais, a byddwn yn trafod y swydd gyda chi, a sut mae eich sgiliau a’ch profiad yn cyd-fynd â’r disgrifiad swydd a manyleb y person, a gallwn drafod sut mae llenwi’r ffurflen gais.
Ar ôl i chi gyflwyno eich ffurflen gais, byddwn yn cymharu eich cais â’r hyn rydyn ni’n chwilio amdano gan ddefnyddio’r manyleb person. Os byddwch yn addas, byddwn yn cysylltu â chi am gyfweliad.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Movember is the leading charity changing the face of men’s health globally, tackling mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. In our mission to stop men dying too young, we’re seeking a Fundraising Manager to join our London based team.
About the role:
The Fundraising Manager is responsible for growing revenue in the UK, with a strong focus on the Movember campaign. You will focus on both acquisition and retention of Student Ambassadors and University Mo’s.
The role will be expected to deliver on annual revenue targets and will work collaboratively with other teams at Movember to do this.
You will also work on cross-team projects to create remarkable experiences for our supporters which keep them coming back to the charity.
You'll have the opportunity to:
- Develop the fundraising strategy for the University audience and delivers this to agreed timescales and revenue targets
- Provide reporting on opportunities and work in progress as required
- Identify and develop new opportunities within their assigned community portfolio
- Develop and manage a pipeline of high value fundraising prospects
- Actively build and maintain a portfolio of high value relationships
- Develop and execute a personalised, multi-channel supporter journey to your assigned contacts both in and outside of campaign
- Work with the global teams to ensure that the fundraising proposition is translated in to meaningful and effective ‘tools’ (online and offline) which drive great engagement and fundraising
- Manage the Student Ambassador Programme ensuring Ambassadors are empowered to fulfil their roles and have a remarkable experience
- Attend Fundraising events where we are required to provide a remarkable experience
- Support the Senior Community Fundraising Manager and team members to deliver growth and revenue targets for Fundraising
For this role, you’ll need:
- 3+ years’ experience in fundraising roles
- Proven track record in managing successful fundraising activities and meeting targets
- Experience of managing projects from start to finish
- Excellent relationship management skills
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of stakeholders
- Strong organisation skills, the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
- Adept at team working, collaborating effectively with colleagues across the organisation
- Sound knowledge of fundraising law and best practice
Bonus points for:
- Experience in fundraising with universities
Why Movember?
Movember is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community and workplace - a place where we can all be ourselves, and each have the equal opportunity to succeed and be recognised for our unique contribution. We value the experiences, skills and perspectives of all individuals and actively encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds. We make recruitment decisions based on applicants’ skills, experience and knowledge, ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Our employee benefits include:
- Hybrid/Flexible working – we offer our team a split of home and office working
- 13 weeks paid Parental Leave and 6 weeks annual leave
- Health Cash Plan – to support the costs of everyday healthcare needs (dental, optical, wellbeing)
- An Employee Assistance Programme offering face to face counselling, plus legal and financial support
- A fun stimulating and collaborating culture, with company events
- Service awards after 3, 5 and 10 years
- Bike to work scheme
- Half day Fridays for 9 months of the year
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting for an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Team Manager, with extensive experience of working with adults with a learning disability/autism and complex needs to join Outward.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced manager wanting to further utilise their skills in coaching and mentoring the staff team, and embedding high standards in the running of the service. You will be managing our Autism Outreach Service that provides support to people in seven London Boroughs, and who live at home with family or in supported living services. Therefore, the ability to promote positive working relationships with family and stakeholders is essential to this role. You will be responsible for managing and motivating your staff team to provide creative and flexible services that makes a positive difference to the lives of those we support, and enables them to thrive and enjoy a good quality of life as active and valued members of their community.
Outward’s autism outreach service has a strong reputation across North East London, where we support people to live the lives they choose to lead and to improve their quality of life. You will be supported by two deputy managers to lead a large team of community outreach support workers, to ensure a high standard of quality support to the people we support.
About the role
- You will assess new referrals, develop, and manage comprehensive support & risk management plans.
- You will be required to build and maintain strong relationships and partnership approach with families and professionals/stakeholders.
- You will develop, coach and mentor a positive and resilient team of support workers and deputies to deliver high quality and personalised support and embed a culture of positive behaviour support.
- You will be responsible for ensuring support is delivered innovatively, flexibly and on a person - centred basis to meet the needs and outcomes of the people supported.
- You will be responsible for delivering the service within budget and within expected performance indicators including delivering on outcomes for the people supported
- You will be responsible for ensuring the service is safe, effective, caring, well led, responsive and managed to meet CQC essential standards to a minimum of good service and with aim of achievement of outstanding.
- You will line manage and work with the deputy managers to meet the growth targets for the service
- You will be responsible to provide management support to Outreach services across a number of boroughs
- You will mentor and support the team to create support plans and risk assessments that reflect people’s needs, preferences and aspirations, ensuring that plans are actively implemented and reviewed.
- You will be able to translate policy into practice, including principles and practices of safeguarding adults at risk and the Mental Capacity Act
About You
- You will have significant management experience of working in a similar setting.
Ideally you will have as a minimum:
o 3 years’ experience of delivering person centred support to people with a learning disability/autism and complex needs including behaviours of concern. (E)
o A minimum of 1 years’ experience of managing a service for people with a learning disability/autism and complex needs including behaviours of concern. (E)
- You will hold a qualification in Positive Behaviour Support Coaching (BILD accredited), NAPPI level 2 (or equivalent) or a willingness to gain the qualifications within the first 3 months of employment. (E)
- You will be an excellent communicator liaising effectively with key stakeholders including the multi-disciplinary and health professionals, family carers and people we support. (E)
- You will have experience of staff management and the ability to lead, motivate and develop a large team, ensuring staff are appropriately trained. You will be visible in the service and strive to model best practice and inspire support workers. (E)
- You will be able to think creatively and be adaptable in approaches, with experience of implementing emergency management guidance to support staff. (D)
- Experience of carrying out needs assessments and creating support and risk management plans for people with behaviours of concern. Be committed to include the person and their circle of support at all times. (E)
- The ability to deliver a creative and flexible service that make a positive difference to people’s lives, in accordance with an individual support plans, the service specification and CQC requirements (D)
- A commitment to providing high quality, personalised active support (D)
- Leading by example, you will uphold the rights of people we support to be involved at all levels of decision making. (E)
- You will share our values and passion to engage, enable and empower people with autism or a learning disability to lead the lives they want. (E)
- Knowledge of managing a budget is desirable. (D)
- You will have the emotional and physical resilience to work in an environment that may be challenging at times. (D)
E – essential, D - Desirable
Employee Benefits
We value everything our staff do for the people we support, so we provide a great benefits package:
- 25 days Annual Leave excluding Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Computing Scheme
- Credit Union Scheme
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- Death in Service Benefit
- Health Assured – Employee Assistance Programme
- Eye care Vouchers
- Flu Jab Reimbursement
- Long Service Awards
- Pension Scheme
- Purchase Additional Annual Leave
- Refer-a-Friend Scheme
- Retirements
- Loans (including season tickets and parking permit loans)
- Blue Light Card
About Outward
Outward has been providing high-quality support and care services to vulnerable people for over 45 years. Set up by parents of children with a disability looking for alternatives to institutional care. Our aim is to support people to have genuine control over their lives, play an active role in the community, accept responsibilities and develop as individuals.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and expect all staff to share this commitment. If the post you apply for involves working with or having access to adults at risk and/or their records, we will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Services. This will be fully subsidised by Outward.
How to Apply
If you think you meet the requirements of the role then please submit an application by following the link below:
Closing Date for all Applications is Wednesday, 4th December 2024.
Interviews will be held week beginning 16th December 2024.
Outward is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As an employer, who aspire to become Disability Confident Committed, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. Please indicate clearly at the beginning of your supporting statement if you have a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010), and you wish to be considered for an Offer Of an Interview (OOI)? Please note that the OOI is available to disabled candidates only. Regrettably, any false declaration of disability in order to secure an interview will impact on your overall application.
At Outward, we support people with learning disabilities, people on the autism spectrum, older people and young people at risk in their homes.
We are recruiting a creative, flexible, and fun Therapist to provide 1:1 therapy to children and young people in care aged 13 to 19 years old. You will support the development of critical social and emotional skills to help emotional regulation, improve social skills, and deal with here-and-now issues.
Therapist, Children’s Home & Community Settings
Part-Time, 3 to 4 days per week
£45,000 pro-rata + pension + travel to work expenses + external clinical supervision + wellbeing budget
Location: London
At Young Futures we put love and compassion into everything we do. We’re here to make a BIG difference to the lives of the children and young people in our care. We are also passionate about learning and development and committed to providing an outstanding experience for all.
A typical working day will include up to 4 x 1:1 therapy sessions, attending key meetings with the network, and internal meetings around care and safety planning.
Do you have?
- At least 2-years’ work experience along with an outstanding track record in making a difference to the lives of children and young people.
- An understanding of how previous experiences and present emotions can be communicated through behaviour and have the competence and skills to interpret these, and to help young people do the same.
- Safeguarding competences to identify and act upon signs that a child or young person is at risk of harm.
- An understanding of the challenges in delivering frontline support.
- Ambition matched with a desire for continuous professional development.
Please note that under Section 7(2) (b) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 only women are eligible to apply for the position as a large part of the work will take place at our all-female Children’s Home, Yvonne House.
Timescales
Applications submissions: Ongoing, please apply ASAP
Interviews 1st Round online on Teams before Tuesday 17th December
Start date: From January 2025
Interested?
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.
Inclusion and Equality
We are committed to embedding inclusive practices, promoting equality and valuing diversity in all of our activities. We understand and acknowledge the positive benefits that this commitment will bring to the young people we support, our staff and our partner organisations.
We are striving to be an employer of choice for all and take measures to ensure that Young Futures is attracting recruits from the most skilled and committed people regardless of their background. Whilst we can already be proud of some examples of excellent practice, we are not complacent and recognise that we can always do better.
No agencies please.
FoodCycle is an award-winning charity that has achieved exceptional growth over the past few years thanks to some key corporate partner relationships with blue-chip companies. We are now looking to build on our recent successes and extend our corporate portfolio to fund our work as the largest community dining charity in the UK.
Your work with us will allow you to play a vital role in supporting people faced with hunger and loneliness and to champion community dining in communities up and down the country. You will be responsible for driving significant income growth from corporates - working with brands and businesses to reach challenging targets.
You will have a proven track record of securing new partnerships and be adept at relationship management. You will have significant new business experience in a charity setting and a background in securing six-figure sum support. As this is a hybrid role, you will need to live within a commutable distance of Vauxhall, London.
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 Wednesday 4th December 2024.
Interview process: Shortlisted candidates will need to prepare a presentation to deliver at interview.
Interviews: planned for Tuesday 10th December, in Vauxhall, London.
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. We are a Disability Confident Scheme member.
Safeguarding: Safeguarding is Everyone’s business – FoodCycle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare / wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk. This role will therefore require a satisfactory Enhanced DBS 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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