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Sydenham Garden is seeking an interim Director (maternity cover) on a 12-month contract to lead our organisation, delivering adult mental health and dementia services in our beautiful garden setting in south-east London. 

Why we need you

Sydenham Garden is a unique wellbeing centre in Lewisham in South-East London. We utilise our gardens, nature reserve and activity rooms to help people living with and recovering from mental and physical ill-health. Our current Director has been in post since 2021 and will be taking 12 months maternity leave from October.  We're seeking an interim Director (maternity cover) to lead and manage our staff team of 15 and volunteer team of 60, delivering creative, horticultural and nature-based therapeutic activities for our co-workers (the name we give our primary beneficiaries).

Why you should join us

We’re a friendly team who are passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive community for people living with mental and physical ill-health. You’ll be part of a supportive team of staff and volunteers, and benefit from spending time in our beautiful gardens and nature reserve.

What we’re looking for

You’ll be an experienced leader with a passion for supporting teams to deliver high-quality services for people living with physical and mental ill-health. You’ll be confident working with a wide range of people and building positive relationships. You’ll be able to think strategically and balance competing priorities while being willing to play a team role and get stuck into different activities.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Sydenham Garden is committed to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI). We want to build a diverse and inclusive staff, volunteer and trustee team where everyone feels that they belong and that reflects the profile of the communities we serve. Therefore, we will welcome and consider applications from candidates of all backgrounds and protected characteristics, and we particularly encourage applications from people of African or Caribbean heritage to ensure our staff team represents the communities we serve.

Do you have a demonstrable track record in complex case management and working as part of a multi-disciplinary team on cases involving Domestic Abuse?

If so, The Drive Partnership are recruiting a DAPO Triage Worker for London. 

The Triage Worker sits within the Triage Team in the pilot area, working alongside the Triage IDVA. The Triage Worker will focus on all aspects of the case relating to the Perpetrator in cases where the perpetrator has been referred to the team for an assessment of suitability for a Positive Requirement during an application for a DAPO.

 Respect is a pioneering UK domestic abuse charity, leading the development of safe, effective work with perpetrators, with young people who are abusive and with male victims. Respect supports frontline organisations across the UK, so that together we can end domestic abuse. Respect has seen rapid growth over the last few years, and we now have 50+ staff and have ambitious plans for further growth and influence. This role is based within the Drive Partnership and is part of the pilot for the roll out of the positive requirement element of the DAPO’s.   

We particularly welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and across all protected characteristics, particularly from people from the following under-represented groups:   

• Black and minoritised people   

• Disabled people   

   We welcome and support applications from those who have personal experience of domestic abuse. 

Head of Development and Income

We are looking for a highly skilled leader with exceptional capabilities in income generation, writing, budgeting, people management and strategic planning.

This is a full-time, remote working role.

Position: Head of Development/Income Generation

Location: Remote

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: £49,727, depending on experience plus 5% pension

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Wednesday 25th September. Shortlisting is taking place on a rolling basis and the role may close sooner than advertised

Interview Date: TBC

The Role

We are seeking a Head of Development who will drive the development strategy to deliver a broad and expanded income scale, including corporate sector, trusts, foundations, government,  and limited individual donors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Income Generation and Business Development
• Writing and Budgeting
• Leadership

About You

With a proven track record in income generation and business development, you will have exceptional writing skills for bid and proposal development.

You will have strong numerical skills and experience in budget creation and management and excellent relationship-building and networking abilities.

With the ability to work collaboratively with senior leadership and various teams, you will be a strategic thinker with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset and have experience in leading and managing high-performing teams.

About the Organisation

Helping 1,000 people a year develop the skills, strengths and networks they need to tackle society’s biggest problems, the charity run courses that equip people to start, scale and strengthen organisations that make a positive difference. This is not a traditional school, learning is inspiring, action-based and accessible, supporting people in other ways too, such as funding and mentoring.

Working here is engaging, exciting and demanding. If you are someone who enjoys creating solutions and contributing your ideas, you’ll enjoy working here.

Benefits include:

• 25 days’ annual leave (pro-rata) + UK bank holidays
• 5% employer contribution to your pension
• Learning & development opportunities
• All staff have access to Wisdom, an employee wellbeing app
• Opportunities to train in First Aid and Mental Health First Aid
• Wellbeing initiatives hosted by our Wellbeing Committee
• Free eyecare vouchers
• Regular online socials & weekly catch-ups
• Team away days twice a year
• Flexible working is welcomed!
• Teams based around the UK (as well as in India)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Annual season ticket loan

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment processes, including assistance with reading this page, please let us know

The organisation is committed to eliminating discrimination and actively encouraging diversity amongst the workforce by developing a staff team that mirrors the rich diversity found in the student population. The charity will not discriminate with reference to age, gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, marital status or disability. However you identify, we would like to hear from you. In the organisations commitment to continue to diversify its teams, freelance staff and programmes, we are particularly keen to hear from people who identify as:

• being from racialised and minoritised communities
• and/or LGBTQ+
• and/or disabled, including learning and non-visible disabilities

You may have experience in other areas such as Development, Income Generation, Fundraising, Head of Development, Head of Income Generation, Head of Fundraising, Director of Development, Director of Income Generation, Director of Fundraising.

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

Beat the UK’s eating disorder charity is seeking a new Director of Fundraising, this is a fantastic opportunity if you are looking for a new challenge or if you are considering stepping up into your first Director role. You would be joining a strong supportive leadership team who work collaboratively and are committed to demonstrating the values of the organisation. Central to their success is the commitment to build and maintain supportive and mutually empowering relationships with colleagues, supporters, and beneficiaries. One of the ways to support their people in terms of wellbeing is that all staff work a 4-day week/34 hours at full time pay – this was introduced during COVID and due to it’s success has continued.

The Organisation
Beat is the UK’s eating disorder charity. Founded in 1989 as the Eating Disorders Association, Beat's mission is to end the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders. Its national Helpline exists to encourage and empower people to seek help quickly, as early treatment greatly increases the chances of recovery. Individuals can reach out to Beat online or by phone, where they will be listened to, helped to understand the illness, and supported in taking positive steps towards recovery.

Beat also extends support to family and friends, providing them with essential skills and advice to assist their loved ones while maintaining their own mental well-being. Beat shares a vision of ending the pain and suffering caused by eating disorders and is driven by the people it serves, the impact it can make, and the commitment shared among its members.

More information about Beat can be found on their website.

The Role
Beat is seeking someone with the ambition, creativity, and drive to build on its recent success and help the organisation reach a new level of influence and impact. The ideal candidate may already be working at the Director level or may be looking to step up into the Director role after leading a successful team within a larger fundraising function.

Person specification

• Significant experience at a senior level in a fundraising function with good understanding of all aspects of charity fundraising and a proven track record of raising significant sums and managing relationships in at least one key area. 
• Experience in developing and monitoring the implementation of strategies, budgets and operational plans.

Please download the Candidate Information Pack for further information.

How to Apply
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please provide:

•    An up-to-date CV
•    A supporting statement of no more than 1 side of A4, outlining your experience, motivations and suitability for the role.

If you have any difficulty uploading your application or if you would like to have an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Melissa Baxter - Managing Partner, Charities.

Application Closing Date: Monday 30th September 2024
Interviews with Beat: Week commencing 28th October 2024 (TBC)

MLC Partners is working with a small housing charity, to recruit a Part-Time (2 days per week) Head of Finance who joins during a period of rapid and progressive change. The organisation punch well above their weight with the impact they have on the communities they serve and have exciting plans to increase this impact over the 2020s.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

• Producing the annual accounts and supporting the Resources Director with day-to-day operational financial issues.
• Work with the SMT to understand their current service from finance and develop new ways of working to improve this.
• Delivery of monthly management account packs for the exec team, providing high level insight into the numbers.
• Lead, manage and develop a small transactional team, upskilling them to utilise the new systems and processes.

The successful candidate will:

• Either hold a recognised finance qualification or be significantly qualified by experience
• Have experience working within the charity or housing sectors
• Ideally have been a FM/FC/HoF within another small not-for-profit organisation, understanding the challenges that smaller organisations face.

As a 2 day per week role, this could well suit many demographics and a variety of life situations. My client is open minded to someone combining this position with another part-time role, or for the hours to be split over more days in the week.

Please don’t delay in applying as this role will likely move quickly and be filled before the official closing date. For more information, or to have an informal discussion about your job search, please contact Jamie at MLC Partners for more information.

The Creative Producer will be a key role in developing, culminating and hosting our week-long interactive public arts experience ‘Ruby Tales – Celebrating 40 Years of METRO’ for our 40th anniversary.  You will help organise and facilitate a series of creative workshops for our supporters and service users, as well as curating and programming a final interactive experience which will run for one week. 

Programme

METRO is an equality, diversity and inclusion services charity that runs health, community and youth services across London and the south east. We started in 1984 as the Greenwich Lesbian and Gay Centre. Today METRO supports anyone experiencing issues around sexuality, gender, equality, diversity and identity across five areas: Youth, Mental health & wellbeing, Sexual health, HIV, and Community. 

This year is our 40th – ruby – anniversary. We’re taking the opportunity to increase our fundraising, and tell people about our charity, our history, the work that we do and the many stories that show our work, our impact, and our people.

We plan run 40 creative workshops for staff and service users to tell our stories, and create assets which can be shared with a wider public to tell the stories of METRO. Half of these will be done ‘in house’ with existing staff, and half will be organised by the Creative Producer, using outside facilitators of their choosing. These will culminate in an interactive exhibition, to be shown in February 2025.

Role

Working alongside colleagues in the Communications Policy and Research (CPR) team, the Creative Producer will have a lead role in shaping this programme of events. They will act as lead contact for our external guest workshop facilitators, making budget decisions and communicating relevant details to ensure our additional 20 workshops run smoothly, safely and successfully.

The Creative Producer will collate creations from our 40 workshop sessions to help design and install an engaging, interactive exhibition that will run for one week in November 2024. You will play a key role in facilitating a launch event with an invited audience of partners, charities, stakeholders, councillors and VIPs.

Internally your job title will be Recovery Worker.

You’re caring, flexible and creative, thrive under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and really enjoy helping others to live as independently as possible. You’d also like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with. Welcome to Howard Street as a Recovery Worker.

In this role you will work across two services, our Newcastle Supported Housing and Personal Budget Service.

Working for our Newcastle Support Housing service you will support individuals aged 18 and upwards who have a mental health diagnosis to move into one of our tenancies helping them to ensure the transition is as smooth as possible, you will then meet with them each week to support them both emotionally and practically to develop life skills which enable them to sustain their tenancy and eventually move on to independent living.

This can include a number of tasks such as money management, managing bills, reporting repairs and supporting them to keep on top of the cleanliness of their property. You will support them with all aspects of the move on process. You will then support the team to get the property ready for our next move in. The individuals that we support though our housing service have multiple and complex needs, this can include a struggle with addiction or an offending history as well as other support needs.

In our Personal Budget Service you will support individuals aged 18 and upwards with a mental health diagnosis who have block hours of support and whose mental ill health is causing them concern and/or affecting their lives in various way. You will meet these individuals either in their own homes and out in the community and provide tailored support around areas that they currently struggle with to help them achieve their goals. The individuals that we support through this service live across Tyne, Wear and Northumberland.

We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone. That’s where you come in. Responsible for helping and inspiring the people who use our services to maintain their tenancy and independence in the community, we’ll rely on you to work with them to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations. Whether it’s developing their domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, one thing’s for sure ‐ you will have every chance to shine.

No relevant experience is required as Full training will be provided, although candidates with an understanding of mental health issues and/or lived experience would be welcomed. More important is your caring and compassionate nature and empathy and enthusiasm for helping others. Whatever your background, you’ll need to be happy to work both independently and within a team traveling out in the community and have an ability to plan and prioritise your own case load with changing priorities each day.

In return for your skills and enthusiasm, this role comes with some really great benefits and excellent training and development opportunities.

This is a permanent part time role requiring the post holder to work 18.5 hours per week, 2.5 days per week (this must include a Wednesday).

We are committed to increasing our diversity and welcome applications from those with Lived Experience.

This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you are right for the role.

On 1st June 2024, Richmond Fellowship, part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. In October 2024, Humankind will be renamed to reflect the new organisation.

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) is a long-term (chronic), fluctuating, neurological disease that causes symptoms affecting many body systems, more commonly the nervous and immune systems. ME affects an estimated 250,000 people in the UK, though research suggests there are roughly 1.3 million people living in the UK with ME or ME-like symptoms.

Action for M.E. is the only charity in the UK providing direct support, including healthcare services to children and adults with ME. We provide vital support services, campaign for change and invest in ground-breaking research to help put an end to the ignorance, injustice and neglect experienced by people with ME.

In this role, you will play a vital role in promoting the charity and its work and engaging with the ME community to ensure they can access the support and services they need; and that those around them have a better understanding of ME and its impact, including professionals, policy-makers, and the public.

You can choose to be home-based anywhere in the UK, work from our Bristol office, or a hybrid of the two.

Duties for the role include (this list is not exhaustive, please refer to our Recruitee page, by clicking 'Apply via Website', for the full job description and person specification):

Marketing & communications

• Assist with developing content to promote our work across the organisation, including the impact of our services, our policy and public affairs work, and our brilliant community fundraisers.
• Create content for, monitor and respond to comments and direct messages across our social media channels (Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Threads, and TikTok).
• Ensure that website content is regularly reviewed and updated, using SEO-optimised content.
• Engage positively with the ME community through our digital channels to improve support, reduce isolation, and increase awareness and understanding of ME and its impact; and to raise the profile of the charity.

Experience & knowledge

• Demonstrable experience in a marketing and/or communications role, ideally within a charity.
• Demonstrable experience of website content management (understanding of SEO preferable, previous use of WordPress also preferable).
• Demonstrable experience of managing a range of social media channels.
• Demonstrable experience of sourcing, writing and scheduling engaging online content across a range of social media channels.
• Demonstrable experience of creating engaging graphics for social media channels (experience of Canva preferable).
• Demonstrable experience of engaging with an online community, ideally within a disability or health context.
• Knowledge and understanding of the impact of long-term health conditions such as ME.
• Demonstrable experience of reporting, measuring impact and outcomes and using this to inform your work.

All the following person specification criteria are essential unless otherwise stated.

• Educated to A level standard or equivalent experience in a similar role is preferred, however no one specific qualification is required. 
• Ability to source and produce dynamic, engaging, outcomes-focused content, tailored to the needs of our audiences, taking a story-telling approach.
• Ability to set objectives and work creatively towards achieving these.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to use audio and video recording and editing software to produce high quality digital content (desired but not essential).
• Ability to use own initiative, work independently and to work well in a team.
• Ability to engage online with stakeholders at all levels, to build relationships and create a sense of community.
• Strong MS Office skills, including Word, Excel, databases and web-related programmes and software; experience of media monitoring software (such as Hootsuite) desired but not essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent planning skills.

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people to help themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

Summary of Role

The Senior Data Protection Officer (DPO) will play a critical role in overseeing Muslim Aid’s data protection strategy and its implementation to ensure compliance with data protection regulations. This position involves safeguarding the personal data of beneficiaries, employees, donors, and partners, and integrating data protection principles into all aspects of the organisation’s operations.

This is a permanent, part-time position, requiring three days a week.

About the Role:

1. Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable data protection laws and regulations, including GDPR, and other relevant legislation in the countries where INGO operates.
2. Develop, update, and maintain the organisation’s data protection policies, procedures, and guidelines to reflect current legal requirements and best practices.
3. Develop and implement a comprehensive data protection strategy that aligns with the organisation’s mission and operational needs, ensuring data protection is embedded in all processes and activities.
4. Develop and deliver comprehensive training programmes on data protection principles and specific legal requirements, including SAR handling, to educate all relevant stakeholders.
5. Lead the organisation’s response to data breaches, including investigation, mitigation, notification, and reporting to relevant authorities and stakeholders.
6. Act as the primary point of contact for individuals regarding their personal data. This includes responding to queries about data handling practices etc.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. Bachelor’s degree in law, Information Security, IT, or a related field.
2. Proven experience in data protection, privacy law, or a related field, preferably within an INGO or non-profit environment.
3. In-depth knowledge of global data protection laws and practices, including GDPR, and an understanding of the legal and regulatory environments in the countries where INGO operates.
4. Strong understanding of information technology and data management practices, with the ability to work effectively with ICT professionals to implement technical data protection measures.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to a diverse audience and influence behaviour at all levels of the organisation.
6. High level of integrity and professional ethics, with a commitment to upholding the organisation’s values and mission.

Why you should Apply:

Join us as a Senior Data Protection Officer at Muslim Aid, where you can make a real impact. We seek someone passionate about data protection and problem-solving to lead our compliance efforts and safeguard personal data for beneficiaries, employees, donors, and partners. Apply now and be part of a team dedicated to integrating data protection principles across our operations and making a positive difference through your expertise.

Benefits you will enjoy working for us: 

• 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Privilege days) 
• Hybrid working
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV. 

We are looking for an experienced, confident and organised professional to support the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor with our safeguarding function and team.

Through the implementation of newly agreed plans in each of our regional Deaneries, the Diocese is, like the Church of England, undergoing a period of transformational change. The need to retain and develop our safeguarding practices and processes at the heart of these changes is key. To do this you will be approachable and adept at communicating sensitively and professionally with people at all levels and from all walks of life, including parish members, staff, clergy and volunteers. At the same time, you will have the gravitas and professionalism necessary to inspire confidence in others, and to achieve results.

The ADSO will be a key member of our safeguarding team, promoting best practice in all matters relating to safeguarding in the diocese. This will include supporting parishes, clergy, and Cathedral staff. The ADSO will have a portfolio of casework and risk management.

This is an interesting opportunity for the right person who has a relevant safeguarding background, to grow and develop in a complex, challenging and undoubtedly rewarding work environment.

At the Diocese of Truro, we really value work-life balance and employee wellbeing, have a friendly and supportive working environment and are committed to encouraging your development. We offer benefits to such as a range of wellbeing activities, flexible working, up to 26 days leave and a Pension Scheme with 9-15% employer contribution. Find out more here about working for us: Working with us - See our vacancies - Truro Diocese : Truro Diocese

To apply and for more information please visit the Pathways recruitment site.  Sorry, we do not accept CVs. Please note that whilst some home working is permitted this role cannot be done remotely and we do not pay staff to commute from outside Cornwall.

SAFEGUARDING - EVERYONE MATTERS - EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY

The Diocese of Truro strives to be trauma informed, and is committed to developing safer policies, cultures, and practices.

Are you a natural relationship builder with a passion for fundraising? Join STEM Learning’s dynamic team and play a pivotal role in securing vital support for STEM Learning and the ENTHUSE Charitable Trust. Help us reach ambitious targets and make a lasting impact on social mobility, diversity, and inclusion through STEM education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead stewardship of our growing funder network
• Engage creatively with existing and new funders
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospects

Ideal Candidate:

Candidates will demonstrate our values: Sustainable – Innovative – Proactive

• Proven fundraising experience with high-value partnerships
• Strong organisational skills and enthusiasm
• Excellent relationship-building and networking abilities

Be an outstanding advocate for STEM Learning and help us inspire the next generation. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary! 

About Us

STEM Learning is dedicated to improving young people’s lives through the power of STEM. We believe great STEM education builds knowledge and skills that are vital for everyone. They lead to great career opportunities and enable young people to become informed, thoughtful citizens who can help address the extraordinary challenges and opportunities we face.

Thanks to the support of our partners across government, charitable foundations and employers of all sectors and sizes, we support young people everywhere, and particularly those who need it most – including the schools and young people facing the greatest challenge.

Our Benefits

 This role offers a salary of between £29,000 to £34,000 dependent on experience and enables access to an excellent pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 15%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and a wide range of staff benefits.

To Apply

Please submit:

• Your up-to-date CV, including your full postal address, email and contact telephone number.
• A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and where you saw it advertised.
• Contact details of two referees, including your current/most recent employer (please note, references will not be approached without your permission).

To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please click Apply!

There is no closing date for this appointment; applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so early applications are recommended.

STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences.

Senior Trainer and Developer

We have an excellent opportunity for a self-motivated and flexible individual with outstanding interpersonal and relationship building skills to join the busy Education Team, as a Senior Trainer and Developer.

Position: Senior Trainer and Developer

Location: Remote

Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £ 42,068 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: Sunday 29 September 2024

About the Role

As Senior Trainer and Developer, you will research and develop training and education resources aimed at employees, Universities (including vet schools) and donkey-reliant communities globally. You will ensure resources are accessible to a global community of learners, and will advocate for education and training resources that convey the donkey’s perspective through any procedure, interaction or change to their lives.

Your principal duties and responsibilities will include:

• Providing day-to-day management and pedagogical leadership to a small team of trainer and developers.
• Researching, developing, evaluating and project managing a broad range of high-quality education and training resources, which are aimed at sharing, improving, and developing knowledge and skills.
• Ensuring all resources are developed using the most effective and efficient pedagogy to meet the needs of the learners.
• Developing, delivering and evaluating specific clinical resources with support from the Veterinary advisor as identified through the strategic plan and specific resources aimed at global partners with support from the International Project and Partners team. Evidence based and data driven academic resources aimed at global partner universities and The Donkey Academy Alumni.
• Organising and instructing training at various locations throughout the UK, Ireland and Europe.
• Undertaking specific projects and welfare initiatives, including specialist VLE resource development, in cooperation with the Head of Education.
• Developing and utilising metrics and monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL), to ensure our resources are effective and have maximum impact.

About You

• An appropriate undergraduate and/or postgraduate degree, together with an appropriate teaching or lecturing qualification (e.g. PGCE, BEd’ HE Fellowship).
• Experience of project or subject oversight within teaching and learning.
• Demonstrable communication and negotiation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively, clearly, and diplomatically and adept at flexing communication style to different individuals.
• A competent user of Virtual Learning Platforms and online learning technologies.
• Excellent written communications skills, to include reports which should be objective, evidenced based and data driven.
• Familiar with reading and interpreting academic research papers.
• Line Management experience.

If you feel you have the qualities, skills and experience to fulfil this varied, rewarding and vital role, we would love to hear from you!

In return…

You can be part of an evolving program of change taking place within a leading charity working in an area of outstanding natural beauty. With amazing benefits and opportunities to develop you career, you can really make a difference in a fulfilling and rewarding role.

Benefits include:

• Competitive pension
• Life Assurance
• 31 Days holiday (including Bank holidays), rising to 34 will each full year of service
• Wellbeing Team
• Long Service Awards
• Healthshield Plan
• Free Parking
• Subsidised restaurant

About the Organisation

The charity is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide. Constantly working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.

“The Sanctuary is a positive place to work with friendly staff and a wonderful charity. With amazing work throughout the world, once you join you never want to leave!”

The charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.

You may also have experience in areas such as Trainer, Developer, Trainer and Developer, Coach, Teacher, Tutor, Learning, Learning and Development, Senior Trainer, Senior Developer, Senior Trainer and Developer, Senior Coach, Teacher, Tutor, Learning, Senior Learning and Development, Teaching, Lecturer

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

Internally your job title will be Recovery Worker.

You’re caring, flexible and creative, thrive under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and really enjoy helping others to live as independently as possible. You’d also like to be part of an organisation that counts on the professionalism, insight, expertise and passion of its staff to inspire individual recovery for the people they work with. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship’s Abbots Bank as a Recovery Worker.

Abbots Bank is a mental health, supported housing and community based service, working to a recovery model. We provide a range of support services for people with mental ill health to access in their local community, including outreach support, peer support and supported housing. We have been operating in the area for a number of years and offer a staffed service to our residents aged 18 and upwards.

We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone. That’s where you come in. Responsible for helping and inspiring the people who use our services to maintain their tenancy and independence in the community, we’ll rely on you to work with them to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations. Whether it’s developing their domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, one thing’s for sure ‐ you will have every chance to shine.

No relevant experience is required as full training will be provided, although candidates with an understanding of mental health issues and/or lived experience would be welcomed. More important is your caring and compassionate nature and empathy and enthusiasm for helping others. Whatever your background, you’ll need to be happy to work both independently and within a team and willing to be part of a weekly rota system.

In return for your skills and enthusiasm, this role comes with some really great benefits and excellent training and development opportunities.

Due to the nature of the role, a driving licence and access to a car is essential.

We have two permanent part-time roles available requiring the post holder to work 22.5 hours per week on a rota, including weekends and evenings.

We are committed to increasing our diversity and welcome applications from those with Lived Experience.

This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted.

To apply, please send a CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you are right for the role.

On 1st June 2024, Richmond Fellowship, part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. In October 2024, Humankind will be renamed to reflect the new organisation.

Class 2 HGV Driver, Leicester, LE18

Salary: £32,531.40 per annum

Location: Leicester, LE18

Contract: Rolling 3 Month Contract

Hours: Full-Time: 45 hours/week minus a 30 minute daily unpaid break  

Benefits: 25 days holiday, 5% Employer Pension Contribution including Life Cover, Occupational Sick Pay Benefits & Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Leave and Pay, plus more

Reporting to: Transport Manager

About FareShare Midlands

FareShare Midlands is the region’s largest food redistribution charity. We take good-to-eat surplus food from the food industry and get it to our Members - frontline charities and community groups all over the Midlands. We turn an environmental problem into a social solution.

Last year we redistributed almost 5,794 tonnes of food from our warehouses in Birmingham, Leicester and Nottingham. It is sorted and stored by our dedicated teams of staff and volunteers, and then redistributed to around 800 Members including food pantries and cafes, homeless shelters and drop-in centers. These local organisations turn the food into food parcels, affordable shopping and delicious meals for people of all ages. As well as food, our Members provide vital support to families and the elderly, many of whom are facing challenging circumstances and living in poverty.

Last year our food reached more than 83,000 vulnerable people every week, providing 13 million meals. At the same time, we are growing our Employability Programmes to help people gain work experience, skills and jobs.

Hunger is a growing issue in the UK and while there is surplus food that is otherwise going to waste, we believe that this food should be used to feed people first.

The Role

We are looking for a Class 2 HGV Driver to make daily collections from our food partners and deliver to warehouses across the West and East Midlands. This role is most suited to individuals with an aptitude for driving, who have excellent customer service skills combined with a professional attitude as you will be dealing directly with our customers as a representative of FareShare Midlands.

Main Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work with the Supply Chain Team to collect surplus food from partners and deliver to the right regional centre.

• Provide excellent customer service to food partners in person and by phone, offering a highly professional impression of the charity in a friendly manner.
• Adhere to all laws and working time regulations.
• Support the Supply Chain Team by collecting stock offered from the food industry and delivering it to Regional Centres in a timely fashion, communicating ETAs and delays.
• Maintain records of collections and allocations e.g. provide paperwork and temperature readings to the Regional Centres on delivery.
• Identify any barriers or opportunities and feedback any developments or challenges e.g. delays, maintenance concerns, instruction errors, etc.
• Ensure deliveries follow the assigned order, the routes are planned appropriately in the given timescale and all delivery windows are met safely.
• Highlight and respond quickly to any anticipated delays or difficulties, using problem solving skills to mitigate any unforeseen circumstances e.g. taking breaks while queueing or changing the order of collections subject to permission from the Supply Chain Team.
• Ensure the quality of the product delivered is accurate against notes, making detailed visual inspections and flagging any concerns or discrepancies before the vehicle is loaded.
• Strengthen existing relationships by providing a reliable and friendly service.
• Adhere to all health and safety and operational requirements at all times.
• Ensure the vehicle is properly maintained, serviced and cleaned to a high standard.

This position will involve handballing and lifting with the provision of lifting equipment. You may be required to complete other duties as requested to suit the needs of the charity. Some work on Saturdays with notice will be required.  

Person Specification

Essential

• Class 2 UK Driving License
• A valid CPC and digital tachograph card
• Required to undertake heavy lifting
• Health and Safety awareness
• Customer service and communication skills
• Positive and professional attitude
• Able to use a Smart Phone including apps such as What’s App, Sat Nav and E-mail.
• Good Midlands geographic knowledge

Preferred

• Clean License
• Accredited forklift truck permit (counterbalance)
• Experience delivering chilled or frozen food

 How to Apply: 

If you would like to apply for this role, please send a copy of your CV.

We are looking to get the right candidates started as soon as possible.  The vacancy will continue remain open until both roles are filled.

We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds as they are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands. 

Closing date: Open, ongoing recruitment

Interviews: TBC