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Job Title: Gardener Project Officer for Young Marketeers Plymouth
Position Type: Freelance
Reports to: Development Manager
Based at:Home-working and at schools in Plymouth
Working Hours: 14 days @ £165 per day from March – July (£2310); 8 x school gardening sessions at £110 per session plus 1 day planning @ £220 (£1100). Total budget £3,410 + expenses
Contract: Temporary
Job Purpose
· To manage the delivery of Young Marketeers in Plymouth in four primary schools
Background to School Food Matters
School Food Matters (SFM) exists to teach children about food and to improve children’s access to healthy, sustainable food during their time at school. We provide fully funded food education programmes to schools. Our experience delivering these programmes informs and strengthens our campaigns, bringing the voices of children, parents and teachers to government policy.
Young Marketeers
This much-loved programme was started in London in 2012. It is now running in 12 cities across England and is funded by the National Lottery Community Fund for three years. The programme provides hands-on opportunities for children from primary schools to grow fruit and veg from seed to sell at their local market. Young Marketeers is also a platform for School Food Matters to promote food education to schools and communities as a way to support children to live happy and healthy lives. Children learn the art of growing veg from seed, and market traders will share their secrets on how to create a winning market stall. Primary schools will be visited by our gardener in March/April and then again in May/June and receive further tips on how to ensure a bumper crop. And in July, they head to the market to sell their produce, and to meet the mayor!
Key Tasks include:
· Assist with recruitment of four schools to take part in Young Marketeers
· Build and maintain relationships with teachers, teaching assistants and senior leaders to ensure the smooth running of the project
· Build and support relationships with contacts in partner organisations
· Schedule, organise and deliver
o One assembly in each school
o Two food growing sessions in each school
o One market trader training session in each school
o Market Day in the city centre in July for four schools
· Maintain accurate records relating to the programme
- Complete monitoring and evaluation forms in accordance with instructions from our Evaluation team
- Take photos of workshops and events where possible
- Keep Development Manager fully updated on progress
· Keep up to date with safeguarding requirements and reporting procedures
- Maintain the ethos of the charity and positively promote our work at all times
Person specification
Essential
· Experience of delivering food growing sessions to children
· Knowledge of fruit and vegetable growing
· Excellent administrative and organisational skills with great attention to detail
· Excellent IT skills including excel, word and email
· Experience of building relationships with partner organisations and individuals
· Ability to work in a team, and seek help when needed
· Self-motivated and optimistic with a can-do attitude
Desirable
· Experience of working for a charity or not for profit organisation
· Experience of working in primary schools and engaging children
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
LOCATION - Remote
Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding role in 2025? Apply for the Individual Giving Officer at homelessness charity Emmaus UK.
About Emmaus
Emmaus is a secular organisation supporting homeless and socially excluded people by providing a home for as it is needed, meaningful work in a social enterprise and a sense of belonging and community. There are currently 30 Emmaus communities in the UK stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales, collectively supporting more than 850 people. There are also 3 Emmaus groups working towards the development of services in their areas. We understand that a home is more than just a roof over your head; it’s somewhere to belong, where you feel part of a community, and that’s what Emmaus offers.
About the role
You will support the Individual Giving team in the delivery of key fundraising strategies across a range of channels and income streams. This includes project-managing direct marketing campaigns, working to our digital fundraising strategy, liaising with suppliers and delivering key donor stewardship. You will play a key role in driving income at Emmaus UK as well as supporting the fundraising of Emmaus federation partners.
Who are we looking for?
Working within the Fundraising and Influence directorate, reporting to the Individual Giving Manager, the role will be central to the delivery of the strategic objectives of the fundraising team.
What we offer
· £30,400 per annum
· Working hours: 5 days per week, Monday to Friday
· Contract: Permanent
· Pension: Stakeholder pension with employer contribution
· Annual leave: 25 days + Bank Holidays + 3 concessionary days leave
· Training & development: Ongoing training and development
· Volunteering: 2 days allowance each year
· Employee assistance: 24/7 employee assistance scheme is available
· Wellbeing: Weekly wellbeing hour to promote personal wellbeing
· Flexible working: Options available, subject to the requirements of the role
· Life assurance: Death in service lump sum of 3 x salary
To apply
To apply for the role, please complete our application form and equal opportunities monitoring form and email us by Sunday 12 January 2025.
Please ensure you download the job pack and refer to the job description and person specification when completing your application form.
Those shortlisted will be invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams week commencing Monday 20 January 2025.
If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email us.
Equal Opportunities
Emmaus UK provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. We are dedicated to an inclusive culture, and we strive to create a workplace where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristic, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together. We welcome applications from all individuals irrespective of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, marital status or parental responsibilities.
To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for our roles, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed so that shortlisting is based solely upon the suitability of the candidate’s experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Disabled people face significant inequalities in education, sport, leisure and employment. They often face multiple barriers to fulfilling their potential and achieving their aspirations. Sport and physical activity have the power to inspire, enable, build self-esteem, and provide success. They can improve physical health, employability, mental well-being and social community inclusion. However, many barriers prevent disabled people from accessing sport. These include a lack of coaching, clubs, transport, equipment and support networks, as well as high costs and negative perceptions of disabled people participating in sport.
We are a fairly new charity established in 2021, with big ambitions for the future. We have started with small but meaningful projects. We are reaching out to disabled people, learning from our projects, and focusing on our vision and purpose.
We are now looking for someone to join our small but mighty team as our Project Officer. This is a new role, and is crucial to the development of the charity over the next few years. You will set up and deliver new projects to enable disabled people to get active and access sporting opportunities. To do this you will develop relationships with partners, funders and the disability community. This role has the potential for growth and development. You will have a huge influence in shaping our project delivery so that we can continue supporting disabled people to achieve their ambitions through sport.
As a user led organisation, we are keen to receive applications from disabled people.
About the Richard Whitehead Foundation
The Richard Whitehead Foundation is a small charity with big aspirations to use the power of sport for the benefit of disabled people. We believe in the impact of sport: the increased mental well-being, the confidence, the self-esteem, the social inclusion and employability which can come from it. We want disabled people to be able to thrive and benefit from all the opportunities that sport provides.
Our vision: Enabling disabled people’s ambitions.
Our purpose: We believe disabled people should have access to the life-changing power of sport.
Our mission: We place the individual at the centre of our work. We provide access to life-changing support, mentoring, information, advice, equipment, and opportunities that will spark a sustained lifetime intervention.
Our values: Person Centred Dynamic Powerful Authentic Inclusive
Main purpose of this role
Our mentoring work provides a person-centred approach, supporting disabled people to access the life-changing power of movement and sport. We train mentors (who are mostly disabled) and match them with disabled people who face multiple barriers and are likely to remain inactive without intervention. They work together to break down these barriers and connect with local sports clubs and initiatives. We delivered our first mentoring programme in Nottingham and are now looking to expand the programme across the East Midlands and other areas in England and Wales. Alongside this we want to expand our already established Supported Runner Programme to enable disabled people to participate in shorter community runs, and to adapt the model to support disabled people into other sports.
We are looking for a proactive, confident and dynamic individual to help us set up and deliver new mentoring and supported sports projects to enable disabled people to get involved in physical activity in their communities. You will join our small creative and supportive team within an empowering, values-led organisation that is person-centred and ambitious to empower disabled people.
We are looking for someone with significant experience of delivering projects at a community level, recruiting and supporting volunteers and project beneficiaries. You will be able to work independently, take initiative and achieve results. You will keep up to date with developments in the disability and sports sectors in order to inform the development or our projects and ensure we are seeking opportunities for partnerships and funding. You will work confidently with a wide range of individuals and stakeholder groups, including disabled people, volunteers, community groups, disability organisations and local services.
Project Officer – Job description
Job Title: Project Officer
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Responsible for: No staff; volunteers as appropriate
Location: Home based, with travel where required within England and Wales
Hours: Part time 3 days or 22.5 hours per week
Flexibility: Flexible working hours are available. The role will require some evenings and weekend work.
Length of contract: Permanent
Salary range: £30,000 – 33,000 depending on experience (pro rata)
Project set up and delivery
- Develop and implement project plans that incorporate KPIs, milestones and responsibilities, ensuring deadlines are met and plans amended as appropriate.
- Develop effective systems, policies and procedures to support project delivery.
- Carry out administrative tasks and maintain accurate records of projects and activities.
- Deliver workshops and training sessions to volunteers and freelance mentors.
- Provide appropriate support to participants, volunteers, freelance mentors and project partners to ensure delivery of project outcomes.
- Work with the Digital Communications and Marketing Officer to develop and implement communication and social media plans to raise the profile of projects and recruit volunteers, mentors and participants.
- Work with the Digital Communications and Marketing Officer to create marketing assets and sign-up routes for projects, activities and events.
- Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and risk management policies and processes are implemented throughout all projects, activities and events.
- Work with the CEO to set and monitor project budgets and ensure we do not exceed expenditure limits.
Stakeholder management
- Manage relationships with stakeholders, inspiring confidence, maintaining quality communications and ensuring professional representation of the Richard Whitehead Foundation.
- Identify, develop and maintain effective partnerships with local community groups, volunteers and key partners to deliver projects.
- Develop and maintain a database of stakeholders, ensure we meet our requirements under data protection legislation.
Evaluation
- Develop and implement feedback, monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to measure the impact and outcomes of projects.
- Report against KPIs, outcomes and impact measurements, providing regular updates on projects to the CEO and colleagues.
- Work with the CEO to produce insight and evaluation reports, including data and case studies for trustees, funders and stakeholders.
- Use the learning from projects to improve delivery mechanisms and to inform the development of future projects.
- Work with the Digital Communications and Marketing Officer to collect photographic and video content, quotes and testimonials for use in reports, publicity and fundraising appeals.
Other:
- Ensure all activity complies with the latest data protection legislation.
- Work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues across the Richard Whitehead Foundation.
- Attend internal and external meetings and represent the Richard Whitehead Foundation at events, where required.
- Attend occasional out of hours meetings or events as required.
- Promote and support diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace and across all projects, and ensure people’s access requirements are met.
- Abide by all our organisational (and project) policies, code of conduct and practice.
Person Specification
1. Qualities, attributes, and behaviours
Essential
- Person centred – You work to achieve individual need and show empathy for each individual we support. You listen and value the lived experience of disabled people.
- Dynamic - You are positive, agile, transformative, and responsive.
- Powerful - You are bold, resilient, and hardworking to support us to achieve our ambitions for our community.
- Inclusive - You are inclusive in your actions and behaviours considering the diversity of people we are supporting. You value people from diverse backgrounds and aim to make everyone feel welcomed, and like they belong.
- Authentic - You are honest, genuine, and transparent in your approach.
2. Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of delivering projects, including implementing project plans and working to KPIs and deadlines.
- Experience of developing processes and policies from scratch to effectively deliver projects and to meet the needs of participants and volunteers.
- Experience recruiting and supporting individuals to participate in projects, including volunteers and members of local communities.
- Experience building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders including community groups, partner organisations and funders.
- Experience of working with disabled people, either through lived experience as a person living with an impairment or by being immersed in the disability or associated community.
Desirable
- Experience in the sport, leisure, or physical activity sector.
- Experience of working in or with the charity sector.
- Experience of mentoring or working with mentors.
- Experience of delivering training and/or workshops.
3. Skills
Essential
- Excellent organisational skills, including ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, meet competing demands and tight deadlines, and to deliver at pace.
- Ability to work independently and remotely, to plan and manage your own time, and to take the initiative to solve problems.
- Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain successful working relationships with multiple stakeholders.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt your communication style for different audiences.
- IT skills with experience of using Microsoft Project, Word and Excel, or the ability to learn new software quickly.
- Analytical and methodical with acute attention to detail and the ability to display information to evaluate the impact of projects.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and ability to identify opportunities to enhance project administration processes and procedures.
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities, inclusivity and diversity and to incorporate these principles across projects.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people connected to the Richard Whitehead Foundation.
4. Other
Essential
- Empathy and understanding of the importance of addressing and responding to the needs of different people.
- Understanding of the barriers faced by disabled people and ways to overcome them.
- Alignment to the Richard Whitehead Foundation ambitions and values, driven by impact for the people we serve.
- Willing and available to work outside normal working hours if required.
- Ability to travel to different locations in England and Wales as required by each project.
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of the areas of activity and will be amended in light of the changing needs of the charity.
Benefits
- Flexible working.
- 28 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees).
- Access to company pension.
- Access to learning and development opportunities.
Safeguarding
The Richard Whitehead Foundation is committed to safeguarding and protecting the individuals we work with. As such, posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and a safe working environment.
Inclusion and diversity
The Richard Whitehead Foundation strives to engage an ability-based workforce which reflects the diverse nature of our communities. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and it is important to us that this is reflected in the people who work for us.
Application process
If you would like to be considered for this role, please forward a current CV with a supporting statement, explaining how you meet the person specification. Your application can be a video, audio, or word-based document – whatever works best for you.
Your supporting statement is such an important part of your application. We cannot make assumptions about your suitability, so the information you provide in your supporting statement is key for us for shortlisting. Please show how you meet each part of the person specification. Please use lots of examples. We are looking for evidence that you can thrive as our Project Officer.
Interviews are planned for the week commencing 20th January 2025.
Please let us know if you need us to adapt the process to best suit any needs around disability.
If you don’t hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume that we are not inviting you to continue to the next phase, on this occasion.
Please note that all offers of employment will need references deemed satisfactory by The Richard Whitehead Foundation, a DBS check and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
Please provide a CV and covering letter before 10pm on Sunday 5th January 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Chief Executive Officer
Are you a visionary leader passionate about empowering young people?
We are seeking a new CEO who shares our passion for the work we do and who can provide strategic leadership, and inspire staff, trustees, and stakeholders to achieve our ambitious goals.
Salary: £65k to 70k per annum
Location: Remote/Bristol - min 3 on-site days per month (with some travel across Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset)
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 10 January 2025
About Us
Off The Record (Bristol) isn’t just a charity providing mental health services, it’s a mental health movement mobilised to support, promote and defend the mental health, rights and social position of young people!
We support young people aged 11-25 in Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset. Our beliefs, collectively developed across the organisation, underpin our work as a mental health social movement. At all times, Off The Record (Bristol) strives to give a choice and a voice to young people.
About the Role
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will ensure the charity is well-positioned to meet the needs of the young people we serve while maintaining financial sustainability and operational excellence.
We are very proud of the growth and increased impact we have achieved over recent years, but we know that our infrastructure hasn’t kept pace with the services we now offer. We need to consolidate so that we can increase our impact and we are looking for a CEO who will lead us through this next stage and who will also relish the challenge. We seek an individual with passion, energy, and the ability to collaborate to springboard Off The Record (Bristol) upwards and onward for the next phase of its evolution.
Key responsibilities include:
· To provide Off The Record (Bristol) with an over-arching leadership and strategic focus.
· To develop the overall capacity and operational capability of the leadership team.
· To establish and manage key relationships, partnerships and contracts with various stakeholders across the voluntary and public sectors.
· To ensure and oversee a strategy for diverse and sustainable income generation that supports Off The Record (Bristol) strategic plan
· To ensure and oversee robust financial management of resources.
About You
We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager, with a good understanding of services for children and young people services and mental health, with effective internal and external communication and relationship building skills and of course, you must be aligned with our strong values base. This is an immensely rewarding role which would perfectly suit a person of vision, positivity and proven delivery.
This is an opportunity to lead a respected charity at an exciting time in its journey. You’ll work with a passionate team and a supportive board, making a tangible difference in the lives of young people in Bristol.
We recognise that tackling systemic inequality, prejudice, racism and oppressive practice requires each of us to actively engage, self-examine and make changes where necessary, in order to improve access and ensure an equitable experience for all in society, and all of those who come through our doors at Off The Record (Bristol).
You will be asked to submit a CV and a cover letter. Please use the cover letter (max 2 pages) as an opportunity to add to the information you have shared in your CV.
· Preliminary interviews with Eastside People - Ongoing and in the week commencing 13th Jan
· First panel interview – week commencing 20th or 27th Jan
· Final assessment day – week commencing 27th Jan or 3rd Feb
You may also have experience in other areas such as CEO, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Exec.
If you are interested in leading a service that helps to empower women and birthing people and their supporters with advice and information about human rights through pregnancy and birth, please read on and download our recruitment pack for more information about Birthrights and the role.
About Birthrights:
Birthrights was founded in 2013 with the understanding that at the heart of the poor experiences and outcomes of maternity care for so many people in the UK, is a consistent failure to listen to the voices of women and birthing people and a disregard for their fundamental human rights. We champion the rights of women and birthing people through information and advice, training, campaigns, research and legal action. You can read our 10-year strategic framework here Strategy - Birthrights
About the role:
This is a hugely exciting opportunity to join Birthrights’ Senior Leadership team and play a key part in supporting Birthrights’ meet its ambitions and achieve its potential.
We are seeking an experienced service manager who can help us reach women and birthing people, particularly the most marginalised communities, and respond to their enquiries with expert advice in a trauma informed, culturally competent and empathetic manner. We want to equip women and birthing people and their supporters with information and advice to advocate for their rights and navigate a maternity system in crisis.
About You:
You will be resourceful and organised, with excellent co-ordination, management and administration skills. You will be able to understand what information is required and how to analyse data and intelligence to manage, review and improve a service area. You will be able and willing to work with a wide range of people to support, inspire, challenge and coach others and work collaboratively towards Birthrights’ commitment to anti-oppressive practices
You can find out more about the role in our recruitment pack. We still want to hear from you even if you don’t meet all our criteria. Please tell us about experiences that have not been included here, but that you feel might be relevant to this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Would you like to join a small but mighty charity, working as part of an inspirational team delivering real change for women and girls? Are you highly organised, and looking for a new challenge? If so, we are looking for a brilliant Data and Operations Officer who can support us to deliver our ambitious 3-year Strategy.
About the role
- You will provide a mix of data control and broader operational tasks, supporting the Senior Operations Manager in their day-to-day operational management of the Charity, enhancing the charity’s ability to grow and adapt.
- You will supports ongoing GDPR compliance and data security by maintaining and updating data policies, participating in reviews, supporting teams, and assisting with the effective management of data subject access requests and data breaches.
- You will provide administrative support to the training team, using Salesforce to follow up and report on enquiries.
- You will assist with the documentation and tracking of partnership agreements and deliverables, and onboarding requirements of clients and funders.
- You will provide ad hoc support to the wider team with administrative tasks to ensure smooth operational delivery
About you
- You will have proven experience in a busy operations support role; excellent organisational and time management skills, with attention to detail and the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively and meet deadlines.
- You will have experience with data protection and privacy requirements, including implementing GDPR-compliant processes, managing sensitive data securely, and providing practical guidance and training to others.
- You will have experience of using Salesforce or another similar CRM to manage and report on data.
- You will have exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, including the ability to present data insights visually and clearly.
- You will have experience in supporting operational processes, such as managing expenses, coordinating logistics, and contributing to process improvements.
About SEA
Surviving Economic Abuse (SEA) is the only UK charity dedicated to raising awareness of economic abuse and transforming responses to it. Our vision is a world in which all women and girls are economically equal and live their lives free from abuse and exploitation. Economic abuse is a form of coercive and controlling behaviour. 4.1 million UK women experienced economic abuse from a current or former partner in the last year. Not only does it limit their choices and ability to access safety, but it has an ongoing impact. It damages future dreams and aspirations, and, in some cases, it takes lives.
What we offer
- 25 days annual leave, plus 5 Wellbeing Days and Statutory Bank Holidays
- Flexible working
- Working from home
- 3% Employer Pension Contribution
- Reflective practice and Employee Assistance Programme
- Enhanced sick pay, family leave and carer’s leave
- The chance to be part of our highly professional, supportive team
To apply
If you are passionate about making a difference and think you have the right skills and enthusiasm for the job, please apply via our website. Interviews will be held online week commencing Monday 27th January 2024.
Surviving Economic Abuse is committed to developing an inclusive team which reflects the diversity of the communities we support. Our culture celebrates diverse voices, and we particularly encourage applications from black and minoritised women and disabled applicants who are under represented at SEA.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Content Officer (9 Month FTC)
Reports to: Digital Lead
Benefits: Nine-day fortnight (with alternate Fridays designated as a day off), pension contributions, 25 days Annual Leave, staff learning fund, enhanced parental benefits package.
Based in: London office. (We are willing to consider remote working within the UK, with monthly in-person meetings in London, for the right candidate.)
Application deadline: 13th January 2025 (9AM)
Why this role is important – and why you’ll make a difference doing it:
HOPE not hate is the UK’s leading anti-fascist organisation. Our mission is simple – to monitor and challenge the far right, to engage in the communities that are susceptible to them and to address the issues and policies which give rise to them.
Our team includes researchers, educators, community activists and policy experts, as well as specialists with inside access to far right groups.
As a Content Officer, you’ll play a critical role in driving our digital engagement. By creating compelling content for our social media, website and email programmes, you’ll help us attract, inspire, and mobilise more people to stand against hate.
Your role will include:
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Content Creation: Write, design, and produce engaging content, including social media posts, emails, website copy and more. Use tools like Canva, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and CapCut to create graphics and videos from new and existing footage.
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Digital Campaigns: Work with the Digital Lead to plan and execute creative campaigns that inspire action and raise funds.
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Audience Engagement: Build and manage our presence on Instagram, Facebook, Linkedin, X, and BlueSky, and engage with supporters through other platforms. Act as the first point of contact for supporters, responding to messages and comments and managing replies.
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Performance Monitoring: Run tests on content across platforms, analyse results, and use insights to refine and improve our engagement strategies.
What we think you’ll need to be able to do the job:
Essential
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1+ year of experience in digital work for a campaign, charity, or political organisation.
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Creativity and strong ideas for engaging content.
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Experience in copywriting, graphic design, and video production and tools like Canva, Premiere Pro, Photoshop and CapCut.
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Strong organisational skills, and ability to prioritise effectively.
Desirable:
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Knowledge and experience in the areas we work on would be an advantage – tackling the far right; building community resilience against hate, division and oppression; and campaigning against policies that fuel hate.
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Experience using tools like Engaging Networks or WordPress.
We are looking for someone with the emotional resilience to work in a field that involves challenging content, good political judgement and awareness and the ability to work under pressure and reduced timescales.
We believe that our work will be at its best if it is created by people with a range of backgrounds and experiences. We are keen to interview people who will add diversity to our team. We are an antifascist organisation, which strives to be an effective ally in the wider fight against racism and inequity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is a great opportunity to become part of a team, which makes a real difference.
The post holder will be a source of support and expertise to Helpline Volunteers during a shift, providing emotional support and signposting options to bereaved people in their initial contact with Cruse Bereavement Support, (in call / Email / Casework). Support ongoing growth and development of the helpline through call monitoring, onboarding new volunteers and implementation of the Quality framework.
Working alongside the Helpline Service Manager, the role will support the development and growth of the helpline.
This role will be working closely with a Project Team in Cruse who are managing our Southern Gas Network (SGN) partnership. We would like this role to participate in the development of the partnership to ensure effective rollout within our National Helpline. This would require you to attend National Energy Action (NEA) Fuel Debt Advice in the Community Training and become the point of contact for the National Helpline staff and volunteers for SGN related queries.
Due to the nature of the role, you would be expected to work flexibly on a shift basis (with availability to work between 9am and 8:15pm), including some Bank Holidays.
Criminal Record Checks
All staff are required to complete a Criminal Record check. Staff working directly with clients will be required to complete an enhanced check. We comply with the relevant codes of practice and they can be viewed online:
- Applicants in England and Wales: DBS Code of Practice
- Applicants in Northern Ireland: AccessNI Code of Practice
Previous convictions will not prevent full consideration of your application to work with Cruse. Our Recruitment of Ex-offenders' Policy & Handling Criminal Record Check Data Policy are available on request by email.
We comply with all relevant data protection legislation and process your data fairly.
Your application must consist of a CV and covering letter, which outlines your suitability for the role with reference to the Job Description and Person Specification and should be no longer than two pages.
The closing date for applications is the 13 January 2025. We reserve the right to close the advert early, as interviews will be held as suitable candidates apply.
Please be advised that if you do not hear from us by the 20 January 2025, unfortunately on this occasion you have not been shortlisted.
Cruse welcomes and encourages applications from all protected groups as defined by the Equality Act 2010. Appointment will be made on merit.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Radiotherapy UK (RTUK) is delighted to offer the opportunity to join its small and dynamic team as Policy and Research Officer.
At RTUK, we believe that every cancer patient in the UK, no matter who they are or where they live, should have access to the best radiotherapy treatment available. We are the team behind national campaigns such as #CatchupwithCancer and #Radiotherapy4Life, delivering award-winning, high-profile campaigns that have informed parliamentary debates and policies, and highlighted key health issues in national media. Our charity provides trusted information resources for patients and the radiotherapy workforce. We are a small charity, delivering big impact.
As Policy and Research Officer, you will play a key role in advancing our advocacy campaigns through research reports, data analysis, and enhanced collaboration with key stakeholders. This is a new role, and we are seeking a diligent and dynamic candidate to work closely with our team and stakeholders to amplify our impact for cancer patients.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
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Support the charity’s role the secretariat for the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Radiotherapy (APPG-RT): plan and organise events and meetings and maintain regular communication with members.
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Monitor and research parliamentary developments, consultations, and legislation of interest to RTUK, producing briefings aligned with the charity’s objectives.
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Conduct stakeholder mapping to identify and engage key political figures, including policymakers, parliamentary body leaders, officials, and advisers.
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Maintain and develop RTUK’s current policy positions, and create new ones as required.
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Collaborate with partner organisations to support the strategic development and delivery of campaigns and public engagement initiatives.
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Foster and maintain relationships with key parliamentarians, staff, and partner organisations critical to RTUK’s campaigns.
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Develop and conduct in-depth research and robust data analysis to inform policy and advocacy efforts.
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Identify opportunities to capture data and case studies from RTUK’s service delivery to inform stakeholders and policymakers.
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Produce reports and briefings based on RTUK data, research, and case studies.
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Lead or contribute to joint policy or research initiatives with partner organisations.
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Represent RTUK at policy and networking events.
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Establish means of monitoring and evaluating activities, and produce regular, high-quality reports as required.
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Collaborate with the RTUK team to enhance the charity’s social media and communication profile.
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Build strong working relationships with RTUK’s team and volunteers.
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Act as a positive ambassador for RTUK.
Person Specification
Professional Experience:
Essential:
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At least two years of experience in a similar role.
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Strong interpersonal and networking skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders.
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Experience developing research and reports to support policy and campaigns.
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Proven ability to write engaging reports, briefings, and campaign materials.
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Skilled in collecting and utilising data and case studies for research and advocacy.
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Demonstrated success in policy and campaigning delivery.
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Familiarity with the UK’s political institutions.
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Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage complex schedules.
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Proven experience working and communicating remotely.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
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Knowledge of the UK health system.
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Experience delivering patient-centred policy and campaigns for a health charity.
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High personal integrity.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
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Collaborative and team-oriented with leadership skills.
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Dynamic, solution-focused, and self-motivated.
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Excellent relationship-building and people management skills.
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Flexible and responsive to evolving circumstances.
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Strong commitment to RTUK’s mission and beneficiaries.
What We Offer:
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25 days of holiday per annum (exclusive of bank holidays).
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Workplace pension scheme with 5% employer contribution.
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A positive and supportive work environment.
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Learning and development opportunities.
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Flexible working approach.
If you are an energetic and experienced professional with a passion for impactful health advocacy, we would love to hear from you. Join RTUK and be part of our mission to ensure every cancer patient in the UK has access to the best radiotherapy treatment.
Closing Date: Friday 10th January
Interview date: Friday 24th January
Radiotherapy UK is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Do you believe that everyone should be proud of where they live? The post will act as a focal point for hundreds of civic societies whose interests span everything from blue plaques to bulding design and who all strive to improve the areas where they live and work
Civic Voice is a national charity and you will report to the Board of Trustees. You will work remotely but work directly with our membership, promoting their work and providing opportunities for them to grow and develop. You will communicate the work of the movement to the wider world and translate this into policies and positions to ensure that the voice of the movement is heard. A significant part of Civic Voice's funding comes via membership subscriptions, but you will have a role in identifying additional sources of funding and you will supoprt the work of the Trustees and line manage staff, volunteers and consultants who may be appointed to support our work.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Director of Programmes
Salary – Highly competitive salary
Location – Hybrid working, split between the Foundation’s office in London and home.
Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of sport and community development? Do you have the strategic vision and leadership skills to shape and deliver transformational programmes that leave a lasting legacy? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Football Foundation
We’re the Football Foundation – the Premier League, The FA and Government's charity that helps communities improve their local football facilities through football grants. This means better games and more players - helping transform communities where demand is greatest, and impact will be strongest. We have ambitious plans and with the support from our funding partners, the Football Foundation is well-supported to continue to invest in community pitches and facilities across the nation.
The role
The Director of Programmes will play a pivotal role in the strategic leadership and management of our Programmes Directorate. Reporting to the Chief Executive and working closely with the Board of Trustees, you will help shape the strategic direction of our key programmes and new business opportunities, driving meaningful progress and measurable results.
As a member of our Senior Management Team (SMT), you will support the CEO in steering the organisation towards continuous improvement and success, serving as a trusted adviser to the Foundation Group Board and Panels, and contributing to the Foundation’s overall strategic vision.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for a dynamic and visionary leader with a deep understanding of sport, community projects, government strategies, and funding opportunities, underpinned by expertise in participatory sports development. You will bring extensive leadership experience, demonstrating a proven ability to manage performance, balance workloads, and foster positive, supportive team environments. Your skill in navigating multi-stakeholder environments will be essential, ensuring objectives are met, expectations are managed, and performance insights are communicated clearly and effectively.
With a track record of driving key strategies, leading impactful projects, and optimising resources for success, you will translate our organisational strategy into ambitious programmes that inspire partner collaboration and deliver tangible results. You will oversee the management and delivery of our core strategic initiatives, including grass pitches, multisport advisory services, and multi-pitch hubs, ensuring these programmes consistently meet and surpass their goals.
Building on your expertise in designing and delivering innovative programmes, you will take a lead role in developing tech-enabled post-award processes to ensure that grant awards achieve their full potential. By maximising the impact of our funding partners’ significant contributions, you will play a pivotal role in driving the long-term success and sustainability of our shared initiatives.
This is a unique opportunity to shape meaningful programmes that make a lasting difference, working within a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation dedicated to positive change.
Our Four Corners
We refer to our company values as our Four Corners:
· Fair Players – open and inclusive in our approach
· Star Performers – trusted to deliver
· United Team Player – collaborative and easy to work with
· Passionate Supporters – flexible and willing
If you share these values and have the necessary skills and experience for the role, then we look forward to hearing from you.
What can we offer you?
You will start on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.
We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.
Equality and Diversity Commitment
The Football Foundation is committed to, and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability, and those from the LGBTQI+ community.
Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process at either application or interview stage, please contact us at jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk
How do I apply?
If this sounds like the role for you, please follow the steps outlined below to apply.
Please send the following to jobs @footballfoundation. org. uk
o CV
o Cover letter - please highlight briefly and clearly your suitability for the role, together with your reasons for applying (no more than one page of A4).
The closing date for applications is: 23:59, 19th January 2025
1st stage interviews via MS Teams are currently scheduled for 27th and 28th January
2025, with 2nd stage in person interviews to follow
Due to the volume of applications received for most roles, the Foundation only contacts candidates if they are shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, you should assume your application has not been successful.
Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Worker Support Centre (WSC) is a Scotland based charity that promotes decent work and prevents exploitation. We support marginalised and isolated workers in labour sectors where there is a high risk of abuse and exploitation. We work in partnership with workers to build power to secure and advance workplace rights. We prevent human trafficking for forced labour by acting to reduce the risks of worker exploitation. WSC values include: respect for human rights, representation, transparency, equality and innovation.
WSC support includes advice, mediation, advocacy and assisted reporting to enforcement agencies. Our worker engagement informs policy change activity to address harms faced by those in high-risk work. In 2023 and 2024 WSC activities were targeted at workers in seasonal agriculture on the UK Seasonal Worker visa (SWV). During this time, we provided advice, support, and information to 1031 people in relation to the SWV.
About the role
This role is focussed on advancing seasonal agricultural workers’ rights by supporting WSC’s peer engagement work including actively conducting outreach to workers and facilitating worker education and power sessions. In this role you will support WSC meet two of its four core objectives to work together with workers to claim spaces for power and representation in decision making; and to build the field of knowledge about workers and their experiences to influence policy. This role will work closely together with our Peer Engagement team and Outreach Caseworkers.
WSC strives to achieve representation of individuals with lived experience of the issues on which we work at all levels of our organisation and actively promote applications from individuals with experience of the issues on which we work. For this role we would especially welcome applications from individuals with experience of working in seasonal agriculture.
Main tasks and responsibilities
Peer engagement and outreach
· To conduct social engagement and outreach activities in person and remotely.
· To contribute to the development of WSC’s programme of activities to build worker solidarity.
· To ensure that those in need of support access WSC’s Casework service, and/or are signposted to available services, including legal advice.
· To contribute to and translate information for communication with workers, on their rights and entitlements and to support WSC Worker Power work.
· To monitor and respond to email, phone and message enquiries from workers.
· Support workers to access external services when needed
· Liaising with community and civil society organisations to build strong community networks
Participation
· Support participatory analysis workshops with workers to jointly analyse concerns articulated in order to establish standards workers would like to see upheld for seasonal workers.
· Actively support workers to engage in advocacy, including by providing worker-centred briefings on advocacy processes and meetings, ensuring meaningful participation and leadership by workers.
· Engage with workers via social media and other online tools, through clear communications outputs.
General
· Support the whole organisation goal to integrate workers in all our work at all levels of the organisation.
Person Specification
1) KNOWLEDGE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Understanding of how NGOs operate, and knowledge of the issues on which WSC works: labour rights, migrant rights, organising, anti-trafficking and human rights.
- Experience in worker organising, engaging with workers and upholding labour rights.
2) QUALIFICATIONS
- Degree level in public policy, law, or human rights or equivalent experience.
- A valid UK Driving license
3) EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Experience in labour organising or worker support - 2 years
- Experience of engaging with people with lived experience of the issues on which the organisation works and ensuring they are involved in decision-making processes - 1 year
- Use of equipment and case recording systems & Standard Microsoft Office suite - 1 year
- Fluency in English (verbal and written)
- Working competence in Russian and/or a Central Asian language
- Experience of work in a precarious labour sector (eg seasonal agriculture, social care, or other)
- Experience of work in seasonal agriculture
- Experience of developing and facilitating workshops/educational events- 1 year
- Experience of facilitating public outreach sessions/events - 1 year
- Experience of building and developing relationships with community and civil society organisations - 1 year
- Experience of communication to wide audiences via a range of social media platforms (eg Tik-tok, Instagram, Telegram, X, Bluesky) - 2 years
4. PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Enthusiastic and committed to advancing workers’ rights.
- Empathy with workers in high-risk labour sectors and the work of WSC.
- Strong work ethic: A self-starter with high-energy levels, ability to use own initiative, prioritise, make decisions and implement them, function to deadlines.
- Ability to build and maintain collaborative and respectful relationships across the organisation and with workers.
- Ability to work flexible hours as required, to travel and spend occasional nights away from home.
- Sound understanding of equal opportunities, data protection and confidentiality.
Applications to consist of a CV and supporting statement no longer than one side of A4 outlining how you meet the skills and experience required
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Learning and Development Officer (Scotland)
Part time (28 hrs per week)
Are you passionate about helping to further the mission of our churches, circuits and districts? Are you an excellent facilitator, able to enable others in their learning and support organisational development and change? If you are, we would like to hear from you. In this role, you will be part of the GB-wide Learning Network of the Methodist Church, encouraging and resourcing life-long learning.
This role is aligned to Scotland and covers a wide range of learning and development areas within the life of the church, aimed at supporting, encouraging and inspiring the church in living out ‘Our Calling: to respond to the gospel of God’s love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission’.
The Learning Network works primarily with lay and ordained church leaders, equipping them as they in turn seek to equip all God’s people. A particular focus of this role will be to further the mission of churches, circuits and districts and support the development of new worshipping communities in different contexts.
As the successful applicant, you will work with other team members across the Learning Network and wider Connexional Team, to enable Methodist people in all aspects of their calling as together we seek to be an inclusive, justice seeking, evangelistic and growing church.
About You
The role includes:
- supporting circuits in exploring vision and developing mission plans;
- working collaboratively with colleagues to plan, develop and review learning and development in areas such as leadership development, biblical literacy, vocation, worship leading and preaching, pastoral care, ministerial wellbeing, supervision, conflict resolution, mission and ministry with all ages;
- facilitating effective and potentially transformational conversations on a variety of subjects;
- enabling, equipping and resourcing through preparation, delivery and evaluation of a wide range of contextually relevant learning and development activities, events and initiatives, both for onsite and online contexts;
- contributing your particular gifts and experiences to enhance learning and development across the connexion;
- helping churches in their commitment to support the Church’s aspiration to be inclusive, justice seeking, evangelistic and growing;
- a requirement to travel, and work during some evenings and weekends.
- a requirement to be a member of a church in good standing with Churches Together in Britain and Ireland or equivalent.
Key skills include:
- Building good relationships with the District(s) and with individuals and communities across the church and beyond;
- An ability to work interculturally, being sensitive to working across different nations or jurisdictions, with an understanding of contextual theology;
- Good communication, including utilising digital mediums, planning, organising, and leadership skills;
- An understanding of safeguarding;
- Supporting adult learners;
- Theologically thinking and the ability to facilitate others in developing theological conversation;
- Flexible and creative approach.
You will have significant experience in offering learning and development support and theological reflection in a relevant context.
Our Culture, Values and Benefits
Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing.
We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), annualised hours and a Wellbeing Adviser service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme, where the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution.
The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups. We also welcome applications from people living with disabilities.
The successful applicant will be required to live within the geographical area of the aligned Methodist District, or close commutable distance, and be expected to travel for work purposes.
If you require reasonable adjustments to made at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know (contact detaiils on our website).
How to Apply:
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Closing date: 5 January 2025
Shortlisting date: 6 January 2025
Interview date: 17 January 2025 at Paisley Methodist Central Hall
N.B. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Programme Officer
Level Water is a national charity providing opportunities for young disabled people to learn to swim. Our mission is to work in partnership with national and regional organisations to deliver affordable, adapted, high-quality swimming lessons and start a lifelong love of swimming. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Programme Officer to join our dynamic team and drive the continuous growth of our projects by recruiting more sites & swimmers.
Job Summary: The Programme Officer will be responsible for managing the onboarding process of new sites, ensuring they meet our standards, and coordinating the referral of young people and families into our swimming programme.
This role requires excellent organisational and administration skills, strong communication abilities, and a passion for promoting swimming as a lifelong habit.
Key Responsibilities
- Site Onboarding:
● Manage the onboarding process for new swimming lesson sites, including liaising with site managers and staff.
● Ensure that new sites meet all necessary standards and requirements for delivering high-quality swimming lessons.
● Work with the Training & Development manager to provide training and support to the new site.
● Manage and maintain the new site pipeline, engaging with new sites as required.
- Site Management:
● Develop relationships with existing sites to ensure further opportunities & growth
● Ensure all sites are invoicing correctly monthly
● Input all invoices into finance tracker
● Ensure sites meet their partnership obligations to book swimmers
- Referral Coordination:
● Develop and manage the referral system to identify and refer young people and families to appropriate swimming lessons.
● Work closely with community organisations, schools, and other partners to generate referrals.
● Maintain accurate records of referrals and ensure timely communication with referred families.
● Keep the database updated and accurate with referrals, swimmer and application information.
- Community Engagement:
● Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners to promote our swimming programs.
- Administrative Duties:
● Maintain detailed records of site onboarding processes, referrals, and communications.
● Prepare and present reports on onboarding and referral activities to senior management.
● Assist with other administrative tasks as needed to support the smooth operation of the swimming programs.
- Customer Service:
● Serve as the main point of contact for families and young people referred to our programs, providing them with information and support.
● Address any concerns or issues that arise during the onboarding or referral process in a timely and professional manner.
- Training and Development coordination and support
● Support the Training & Excellence manager to book training for new and existing sites.
Skills and Experience
● Strong communication skills: Able to respond professionally and empathetically to parent and pool inquiries via phone, email, or in person.
● Exceptional organisational abilities: Capable of managing multiple tasks and prioritising workload effectively.
● Attention to detail: Proven ability to handle data entry, document preparation, and record-keeping with a high degree of accuracy.
● Problem-solving skills: Adept at addressing parent concerns and resolving issues efficiently by sourcing the right information from the right stakeholders.
● Technical proficiency: Familiar with Microsoft Excel, and other administrative tools.
● Team collaboration: Able to work effectively within a team environment while maintaining individual responsibilities
● Self-motivation: Demonstrates a strong personal drive to achieve goals and deliver results independently.
Longleigh is a grant-making foundation dedicated to supporting individuals and communities served by the social housing sector.
We are a small but mighty, and values-driven organisation, and are fully committed to being compassionate, collaborative, agile, insightful and ethical, in all our actions, work and interactions.
We are looking for someone to join our small, fully remote working team to work with our Head of Finance & Operations. The role is to help ensure the efficient, accurate and effectve running of Longleigh’s back-office functions and processes, primarily in delivering the organisation’s day-to-day finance administration , as well as supporting our Finance and Operations Manager with the administrative side of our HR and IT services.
To apply, upload your CV and a cover letter detailing how you meet the person specification sections, with examples (no more than two/three sides of A4, size 12 font please)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.