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At Thrive, we work with people to improve their physical, social and emotional health through gardening. We primarily work with people with disabilities and health conditions. We deliver face-to-face Social and Therapeutic Horticulture (STH) programmes and we are the leading Social and Therapeutic Horticulture training provider in the UK, helping organisations, health and social care professionals and teachers deliver STH. We also provide free resources that help people garden at home, reducing the risk of poor health, and helping people to garden with specific long-term health conditions or disabilities.
Established in 1979, we are an independent charity, funded by donations, trusts and grants, and services paid for by local authorities. We employ 50 staff, supported by 200 volunteers, across our three centres at Reading, Birmingham and London.
This role is based at our centre in Beech Hill, nr. Reading and visits to our other centres will be required. We offer flexible working arrangements, including some homeworking, please do get in touch to discuss.
About the role:
As well as working with our managed service provider to ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of our IT systems and processes, this role will play a key part in the successful delivery of IT projects (including network migration).
Initially, a significant part of the role will be to manage the migration of our on-premises network to the cloud. This will involve cross-team working to establish site structure and access. An overlapping project will be the implementation of VOIP telephony.
Working across the organisation, with non-technical staff, you will ensure that our IT infrastructure supports and enhances our charitable delivery.
To succeed in this role, you will have excellent technical knowledge (particularly in Microsoft 365, integrations and CRM platforms) and experience in the IT function of an SME organisation (ideally one with multiple functions and different geographical locations). You will have demonstrable experience of identifying and delivering operational efficiencies.
Appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Thrive complies fully with the DBS Code of Practice. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an individual from working for Thrive.
For more information, please download the Information Pack. For an informal conversation about the role, please email recruitment.
To apply, please email recruitment with your CV and a written statement explaining how you meet the person specification and what you will bring to Thrive.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 12th September 2024.
Interviews: Tuesday 17th September 2024
For more information, please download the Information Pack. For an informal conversation about the role, please email recruitment.
To apply, please email recruitment with your CV and a written statement explaining how you meet the person specification and what you will bring to Thrive.
The purpose of the Responsible Investment Analyst role is to support and deliver key responsible investment functions within the Pensions Board, enabling the Board to maintain a position as a recognised leader in responsible investment. With a particular focus on climate and environmental issues, the role holder will be expected to deliver the key responsibilities outlined below: including supporting reporting, engagement, proxy voting, monitoring and screening, project management, and supporting the presentation of the Board's work to internal and external audiences.
- Research: Preparing analytical research on responsible investment topics relevant to climate and environment issues, in close collaboration with the investment team (in particular responsible investment specialists), and in support of the Board's stewardship strategy.
- Engagement and communication: Supporting the Board's climate and environment engagement activities and programmes, including thematic and company specific analysis and engagement, and preparation of communication materials.
- Proxy voting and screening: Supporting the delivery of the Board's proxy voting processes, recording vote rationales where we vote against management, and supporting the reporting of our voting patterns to internal and external audiences.
- Reporting: Monitoring and reporting of the Board's stewardship activities, to meet regulations, internal expectations and the Board's various external commitments (including the UK Stewardship Code, UNPRI, NZIF and TCFD)
- Project management: Coordinating climate and the responsible investment team's planning and project management capacity.
- Proven ability to undertake research, company analysis, and administrative duties in order to support responsible investment or climate change and environment projects and activities.
- Demonstrable ability to produce high quality outputs such as letters, briefings and presentations, within a defined timeframe.
- Strong organisational skills and competence in using standard computer software to facilitate effective communication and data analysis and management.
- Collaborative approach to working effectively as a team and problem solving.
- Interest in climate change and environmental (nature, biodiversity) issues.
- Knowledge of the topics relevant to the focus of this role, as highlighted by the Board's stewardship strategy, ethical investment policies, and climate action plan.
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We are looking for a Trainee Careers Adviser to work as part of our National Careers Service team. To apply for this role, no direct experience is necessary, and full training and support will be provided.
CXK is an award-winning charity that empowers young people and adults to build the skills and confidence they need to move into sustainable education, employment or training. The National Careers Service provides careers information advice and guidance to help people make decisions about learning, training and work.
Passion, innovation, and integrity are at the heart of our culture. Therefore, we’re dedicated to bringing together highly skilled people who are passionate about making a difference. In return, we offer a flexible, professional, and friendly working environment in which our staff are truly valued and invested in.
We are looking for excellent communicators who are passionate about supporting others to achieve their goals. You will be organised, able to work flexibly and confident using the internet and IT.
If you want to make a difference by supporting others and have experience of working with people in retail, customer service, sales, recruitment, education, employability, or something similar, then this could be the role for you!
In return you will receive:
- Comprehensive training including a fully funded qualification in Careers Information Advice and Guidance.
- Extensive work shadowing, practical experience, and on-the-job training.
- All the required support to get to know your local area, the needs of our customers and the partners we work with.
- 30-33 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
- Membership of a defined contribution pension scheme, with contributions matched by CXK (up to 10% of annual salary depending on length of service).
- Free personal Life Assurance (3 x annual salary).
- Flexible working arrangements, including home working.
- Generous sickness, maternity and paternity leave benefits.
Please click here for the full job description and person specification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 2nd September 2024. Interviews will take place on 11th September 2024 in Hastings, East Sussex.
**Please note that 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 soon as possible**
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We are delighted to be recruiting IAG qualified Careers Adviser to deliver information, advice and guidance across Kent, Medway and East Sussex, supporting individuals to maximise their potential.
CXK is an award-winning charity that empowers young people and adults to build the skills and confidence they need to move into sustainable education, employment or training. The National Careers Service provides careers information advice and guidance to help people make decisions about learning, training and work.
Passion, innovation, and integrity are at the heart of our culture. Therefore, we’re dedicated to bringing together highly skilled people who are passionate about making a difference. In return, we offer a flexible, professional, and friendly working environment in which our staff are truly valued and invested in.
As a Careers Adviser you will be responsible for providing Careers Information, Advice and Guidance to adults on a range of opportunities including learning, career paths and employment. Primarily this role will involve working in the community but may also be required to deliver sessions virtually.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual with a genuine desire to make a difference and who wants to join an organisation that improves the lives of more than 260,000+ individuals every year.
In return for your skills and experience, you’ll receive the following benefits:
- An annual salary of £26,398 to £31,554 (pro rata)
- 30-33 days holiday, plus bank holidays pro rata
- Defined contribution pension scheme (matched by CXK up to 10% depending on length of service)
- Death in service life assurance policy (3 x annual salary)
- Flexible working
- Generous sick leave benefits
- Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Comprehensive training and development programmes
- Mental health first aiders
- Cycle to work scheme
- Tech scheme
- Interest free season ticket loans
- Interest free parking permit loans
- Employee Assistance programme (AXA)
Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 2nd September 2024. Interviews will take place on 11th September 2024 in Hastings, East Sussex.
**Please note that 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 soon as possible**
About The Connection at St Martin’s
We believe that no one should have to sleep rough on London’s streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home. We get to know every person we work with, understanding what they need to recover, helping them build on their strengths, and supporting them to find their own way home. Help us make London a city where no one sleeps rough on our streets.
London’s diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness who we believe are an essential asset in our sector.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome the opportunity to consider flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
- We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Digital Marketing Assistant, with an eye for strong content and an interest in the use of data to improve performance. We have invested in audience segmentation analysis and have introduced a new email marketing tool which will enable us to make the most of this work. We are also expanding our budget for paid advertising and making more of digital PR opportunities.
- We are expanding our advocacy and campaigning work and are keen to see our digital presence grow in this area.
- You will have experience in using a range of social media channels and the ability to think about different audiences and what will engage them.
- You’ll be good at working both collaboratively and independently, and will enjoy problem solving in a supportive environment.
- This role sits within our wider Fundraising & Communications team, and you’ll contribute to team discussions and development.
Full job description can be found on our website
Salary: £28,377
Closing Date: Sunday 1st September
Interview Date: Tuesday 17th September
Our Benefits
· 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
· Generous training budget, plus an annual personal training budget
· Enhanced Sick Pay Policy
· Enhanced family friendly policies
· Day off for moving house
· Hybrid working (depending on role requirements)
· Pension – 5% Employer, 3% Employee
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Season Ticket Loan
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Reward Gateway (access to discount vouchers and cashback at the UK’s favourite retailers)
We are a London Living Wage employer
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you have a keen interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Have you ever wondered how AI fits into the meaningful work of doctors? If so, our AI Delivery Partner role may be the opportunity for you.
We have an exciting opportunity for an effective and efficient professional with strong project management skills and an interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI), at the Royal College of Radiologists (RCR). AI is set to have a profound impact on the way our members work in the future, and it’s our role to work with them to understand their needs when it comes to adopting AI into our specialties. As the AI Delivery Lead you will support the RCR’s AI work by taking responsibility for projects and initiatives emerging from the AI strategy and committee meetings, liaising with clinical professionals and representing the RCR at meetings with healthcare organisations and other external bodies.
To be successful you will be analytical, organised and high performing. Able to cultivate relationships with key stakeholders with a customer service approach. If you are excited about the potential of AI in healthcare and would like to play an active role in its safe adoption we want to hear from you!
What you will do:
- Take forward agreed ideas, initiatives, processes and projects to establish and further our credibility in AI as part of the wider RCR AI strategic objectives.
- Produce high quality AI briefings, reports and responses for relevant conversations with external stakeholders.
- Provide support to the Chairs and members, co-ordinate meetings for the AI committees, advisory and working groups and other relevant groups (AI groups).
- Prioritise support for AI groups alongside all AI workstream activities for alignment and integration with the RCR AI strategic aims.
What you will need:
- Strong project management experience across the full project lifestyle.
- Experience in leading multiple projects concurrently.
- Ability to take clear, concise and accurate minutes on complex subjects.
- Experienced in reading materials and summarising for different audiences to a high standard.
- Excellent time management skills, whilst able to prioritise work and competing demands.
- Clear and analytical thinker, able to exercise sound initiative.
- Self-starter, confident to initiate and progress work.
Our ambition is to ensure that the RCR leads the AI work in our specialities and your skills and ability to develop your AI knowledge could be what helps the RCR achieve its goal. We have ambitious targets; do you have the ambition to help get us there?
Please find out more about the role, the RCR and our goals and instructions on how to apply in the AI Delivery Partner candidate pack.
Why join us?
- Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
- Hybrid working (40% working week can be done remotely)
- Modern working environment
- Equipment provided to work from home
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Excellent pension scheme
- Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
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We are a small friendly charity in Starbeck, we require a Workshop Supervisor to join our fabulous team!
Claro’s community workshop is a great place to work where you can make a real difference everyday to lives of people with a wide range of mental health issues.
The job role and responsibilities will include:
- Supporting people with mental health issues in a supported work setting
- Encouraging clients to develop confidence and skills
- Leading a team of people to complete a wide range of work tasks in a busy environment
You do not need any formal experience as all necessary training will be provided but you must be empathetic, caring and organised
The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
18 Hours per week. 10 am - 3 pm Monday – Thursday 10am – 12 Noon Friday
25 days A/L Per annum (pro rata).
Please read the Job Description and Person Specification carefully and then explain how your knowledge, skills and experience relate to this post.
These may have been gained through paid employment; domestic responsibilities, voluntary/community work, spare time activities and training.
Please limit you covering letter to less than 1 side of A4 - a brief statement covering any relevant experience and why you applying/ suitable for the post is adequate
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for an energetic, knowledgeable, friendly, flexible person to lead the Energy Team based in Wrexham. You will lead delivery on a wide variety of energy and carbon reduction programmes and activities with communities, businesses and individuals across North Wales, coordinating and engaging with more vulnerable groups within communities, including older people, people with disabilities and households experiencing fuel poverty.
You will also be required to lead the work to achieve the renewal of the Green Dragon standard and lead the organisations development and delivery of our Carbon Reduction Plan, and will lead a small domestic energy advice team in Wrexham.
See our website for full details.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Plan and lead-deliver a wide variety of energy and carbon reduction projects and activities with communities, businesses, and individuals across North Wales.
- Plan and support the Energy Advice Team to deliver our service in line with all funder and contract requirements, ensuring quality of support, time management and report requirements are all completed in appropriate time aligned with all requirements.
- Manage and monitor the Energy Advice Team through performance monitoring and monthly review.
- Using a standard Groundwork Federation GHG Inventory Tool for emission reporting develop, deliver and monitor our annual carbon reduction plan, working with business managers to ensure data is recoded correctly and improvements to our carbon footprint are made.
- Facilitate the renewal of the Green Dragon accreditation, implementing and managing our internal environment systems and processes up to a level 3 standard.
- Arrange and carry out home visits to support residents in reducing their carbon emissions and to save money by lowering the level of consumption and cost of energy.
- Advocate and liaise for householders with energy companies and gas and electric network providers to ensure customers receive the best possible deal for their requirements.
- Work with referral partners to identify vulnerable households, and evidence eligibility to provide support with energy advice and administer emergency fuel vouchers.
- Provide effective support, both advisory and practical, to enable people to make positive changes to their behaviour and to improve the quality of their lives; record actions and highlight the importance of keeping warm to the health and wellbeing of residents.
- Assist residents to access other relevant and complementary services and agencies, liaising with other agencies to assist residents to access funding and support to deliver larger energy efficiency measures.
- Liaise with residents on a day-to-day basis in a professional and friendly manner and build good working relationships with them either face to face or through the provision of telephone advice.
- Oversee the booking and scheduling of visits and respond to referrals from funders in a timely manner.
- Oversee the ordering of stock, ensuring stock levels are maintained and stock is monitored closely.
- Undertake monitoring information and reporting requirements as required by the Trust and funders, ensuring all the funders’ requirements are delivered on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards.
- Run events or energy surgeries to raise awareness of projects in local communities.
- Deliver outreach activities to generate referrals, e.g. door-knocking, events, road shows, etc.
- Work flexibly as part of the Energy Advice Team and across other teams, including occasional weekend working.
- Contribute to the business development of the Energy Business Area by identifying needs within the sector and collecting evaluation evidence and factual data that back up any development of new bids and tenders.
- Represent the Trust professionally to internal and external contacts, assisting with the promotion of projects and the broader activities of the Trust.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We have a number of Youth Development Lead positions we will be assessing at our assessment centre on the 19th of September. Please note you must be available to attend on that day. If you would like to be considered for more than one specialism, please indicate your preference on your application in the answer box provided. You can find out more about each role specialism and the relevant job description by viewing the adverts on our Careers site, however, you will not be required to submit multiple applications - we will consider all candidates for any suitable role on the day.
Would you love to be the friendly and welcoming face and voice of the Prince’s Trust, selling our great work to young people and partners in your local area? Picture yourself planning and attending incredible showcase events with our partners and young people. These gatherings will be the stage where we celebrate the outstanding achievements of The Trust. Whether it's an internal team gathering or an external event, you will play a pivotal role in energising and engaging the people we aim to support. Your enthusiasm will be contagious!
You’ll be passionate about finding creative ways to engage with young people and get them excited about our programmes. You’ll quickly be able to craft a recruitment plan for your local area, working across a virtual team to be the ultimate people connector. You’ll know how to cultivate, spearhead, and nurture fantastic relationships with agencies and partner organisations that can refer eligible young people to The Trust.
Get ready to take centre stage in our mission! You'll ignite enthusiasm in our potential customers, showing them how we can turn their goals into reality. You'll achieve this by delivering sensational sessions and engaging in one-on-one interactions, all geared towards promoting The Trust's remarkable programmes that will thoroughly captivate young individuals and partners alike. We're talking about creating excitement and making dreams come true!
Let's make sure our young people have a consistently amazing experience when they come on board our programmes. Keep them engaged by staying in touch and referring them to the right support whenever they need it.
And now for the serious stuff! You’ll help to keep our records squeaky clean by accurately documenting information about our young people, volunteers, and partners. It's all about ensuring each step of their journey aligns with our funding contracts and accurately reflects on our systems. At The Trust, we're strong advocates for fostering an inclusive workplace, and it would be fantastic if you share that passion too. So, we’d love it if you would be the voice for our Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity drive by crafting a local action plan that aligns with our big EDI goals.
Be ready for anything in addition to all these fantastic responsibilities, you might find yourself donning different hats and stepping up whenever needed. Join us at The Princes Trust, where every day is a chance to create a brighter future for our young superstars!
What happens next?
Please submit a CV, and Cover Letter that includes your experience, transferrable skills and motivation to work for The Prince’s Trust! The Team will be in touch about the next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need Youth Development Leads?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with every three in four moving into a positive outcome for either work, education or training. Youth Development Leads play a crucial role in supporting young people, no matter the young person's background or current circumstances, to fulfil their full potential. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Youth Development Leads!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Unless the location of the role is remote, the Youth Development Lead role requires a combination of office days and working from home.
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The Prince’s Trust Awards, active events etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – PT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), PT GEN (Gender Equality Network), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
Equal Opportunities
Here at The Prince's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives.
We are looking for people who can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.
We’re a Stonewall Diversity Champion and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by PT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), PT GEN (Gender Equality Network), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and Pulse (LGBTQIA+ Network).
Safeguarding
The Prince's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks by the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Young People service in Maidenhead.
£24,960.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.
Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here.
Support Workers will provide support to customers to help them develop the life skills they require to live independently. Support workers must monitor and assess the needs of the customers and provide creative and tailored person centred support to help them achieve their goals and aspirations.
Support workers will work closely with statutory children's services and other external agencies to best support customers to promote social inclusion and teach independent living skills. Support workers will empower and encourage customers to maximise their skills and choices.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
What you'll do:
- Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers
- Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities
- Supporting key customers to set personalised goals in the form of a Support Plan
- Conducting regular key work sessions that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals
- Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with customers within an attitude of 'positive risk taking'
- Proactively manage risk and safety both in and outside of their physical living environment
- Providing support with daily living activities, including practical assistance where skills are not yet developed, to ensure that customers enjoy a high quality of accommodation
- Proactive development of links with local statutory and voluntary organisations to provide a range of engagement opportunities for customers in the community
- Involving customers in the design, development and delivery of the service
- Empowering customers to ensure they receive the service and benefits they are entitled to
- Monitoring rent arrears and ensuring that rent accounts are managed effectively. Encouraging and enabling tenants to pay their rent/ service charge.
- Ensuring Look Ahead Health and Safety policies are adhered to at all time and to uphold all health and safety responsibilities within relevant policies and local protocols
- Adhering to all other Look Ahead's policies and procedures
- Engaging in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills
- Day to day instruction/ supervision of Assistant Support Workers/domestic staff/ Personal Support Assistants where appropriate
- Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the Manager
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
About you:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Approachable and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
- Flexible
- Open to feedback and self development
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is essentially customer-focused
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
- Understanding of risks and support needs associated with care leavers
- Understanding of risks and support needs associated with CSE and CCE.
- Knowledge of gang culture and the risks and support needs associated to gang affiliation
- Knowledge of various therapeutic models
- Understanding of psychologically informed environments and trauma informed care
What you'll bring:
Essential:
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience in the social care/charity sector
Desirable:
- Experience working with care leavers
- Experience working with those displaying mental health difficulties
- Experience using therapeutic models of support
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Teaching Assistant to join our Education Team. This role will require the successful candidate to support an integrated and holistic approach to education, health and care, work under the direct supervision of an allocated teacher / senior specialist teaching assistant, support access to learning and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils in learning opportunities and to assist the teacher in providing relevant support for pupils with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex therapeutic, medical and health needs.
You will be a natural and enthusiastic leader able to provide challenge and support to a high performing team.
Role Requirements
STL1 – Provide support for Learning Activities set by Classteacher & Senior Specialist Teaching Assistant
- To support learning activities for individual, groups or whole classes of pupils, leading activities under the direction of the teacher or Senior Teaching Assistant supporting the teacher in their delivery of lessons.
- To demonstrate our School Ethos and Pupil Charter throughout the School day.
- Holistically integrate education, health and care needs.
- Evaluate and record procedures for learning activities.
- To know individual learning targets for each pupil in the group(s) and take specific action to enable individual pupil goals be achieved.
- To attend to the general care, maintenance and storage of classroom equipment.
STL 2 – Support Children’s Development
- Observe pupils, sharing observational findings, contribute to the implementation of activities to support development.
- Actively contribute towards record-keeping particularly in respect of pupil learning, therapeutic interventions, behaviour management, child protection and any other specific programme set up for individual pupils by the teacher / Senior Specialist Teaching Assistant / Therapist.
STL 3 – Help to keep Children Safe
- Undertake annual safeguarding training.
- Adhere to the school’s Safeguarding and Child Protection procedures and policies. Recording incidents pertaining to pupil safety, including for illness, accidents and incidents, accepting that Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility and that ‘it could happen here’.
- Read relevant documentation / mandatory reads in relation to Keeping Children Safe In Education.
- Report any signs and indicators of possible abuse, being sensitive to the child/young person and circumstances, Identifying, report and record changes in behaviour and physical signs.
- Be aware of and follow plans, risk assessments and record keeping pertaining to individual pupils, including care plans, health care plans, feeding plans, moving and handling and behaviour management plans, actively engaging in relevant training and competencies offered to ensure that you are able to support in keeping all pupils in the class safe.
- Ensure safe transport for all pupils in the class for off site visits.
STL 4 – Contribute to Positive Relationships
- Interact with and respond positively and professionally, to pupils and adults, including colleagues, other professionals and parents/ carers at all times.
- Work collaboratively as part of a class and wider School and organisational team.
- Actively support change where it is required to improve the teaching, learning and meeting of our pupils needs.
STL 5 – Provide Effective Support for your Colleagues
- Work effectively as a team member, being aware of and providing support to colleagues when needed.
- Embrace training and competencies to ensure that all staff in a class team are able to support each other.
- Complete all ‘Universal level training’.
STL 6 / STL 39 – Support Literacy and Numeracy Activities, Communication and Interaction Needs
- Support the delivery of appropriate communication, language and literacy as well as the learning targets related to cognition to individuals, small groups and whole classes of pupils, providing accurate support and feedback to the teacher and pupils.
STL 7 / STL 8 – Support and use Information Communication Technology (ICT) for Teaching and Learning
- Prepare commonly used ICT for use in lessons and be aware of and be able to use hardware and software commonly used in the school.
- Be aware of individual pupil’s specific needs as assessed by teachers and therapists and apply relevant recommendations.
- Support the delivery of lessons including ICT to individuals, small groups and whole classes of pupils.
STL 9 – Observe and Report of Pupil Performance
- Against intended learning targets be able to observe and complete assessments with teaching support.
- Support the classteacher in providing evidence (observational notes, photographs, videos) presenting in the appropriate format to assist the evaluation of evidence relating to the pupils’ stage of development.
- Be able to clearly explain and answer questions / justify your evidence of pupil performance to the teacher.
- Observe school policies and procedures for confidentiality of information about pupils.
STL 10 – Support Children’s Play and Learning
- To promote and support age-appropriate play for pupils.
- To supervise and actively encourage play and leisure activities during playtimes taking an active role in the organisation of play, leisure and recreational activities.
STL 11 – Contribute to supporting Bilingual / Multilingual Pupils
- When applicable be aware of the first language of pupils and their parents.
STL 12 / STL 38 – Support a Child with Disabilities or Special Educational Needs and Their Families
- Be confident in each of the pupils needs in the classroom and the relevant strategies that are required to support them.
- See the pupil as a ‘whole’ and integrate their education, health and care needs throughout their day.
- Support pupils with communication and interaction, cognition and learning, behaviour, emotional and social development needs and pupils sensory and/or physical needs.
STL 13 – Contribute to Moving and Handling Individuals
- Follow agreed Moving and Handling plans as prescribed by therapists undertaking relevant training and competencies prior to do any of the below:
- Carry out moves and changes of position taking account of the individual’s needs, preferences and their advice on the most appropriate methods and equipment.
- Use moving and handling methods appropriate to the individual’s condition, your personal handling limits and the equipment available.
- Move and change individual’s positions in ways which minimise pain, discomfort and friction and maximise the individual’s independence, self-respect and dignity.
- Observe, record and immediately report any significant changes in the individual’s condition when you are moving them.
- Record details of methods of moving and handling which the individual finds acceptable according to legal and organisational requirements.
- Undertake therapeutic programmes that have been developed by physio and occupational therapists.
STL 14 – Support Individuals during Therapy Sessions
- Receive relevant training from therapists and then implement training and competencies throughout the pupils’ day.
- Be able to articulate the purpose of programmes and ensure their delivery in an integrated way.
- Work with individuals to identify the effectiveness of the therapy sessions on their health and social well-being.
- Check observations with appropriate people and against agreed outcomes.
- Identify any issues or problems in relation to the therapy sessions and work with individuals, key people and others to identify and agree changes to the therapy sessions.
- Record and report on therapy sessions within confidentiality agreements and according to legal and organisational requirements.
STL 16 – Provide Displays
- To produce and maintain displays in accordance with the school’s Display Policy.
- To ensure that Information Governance and Confidentiality is applied to any information that you are privy to.
STL 19 / STL 37 / STL 41 – Promote Positive Behaviour
- Highlight and praise positive aspects of pupils’ behaviour appropriate to the individual.
- Recognise patterns and triggers which may lead to inappropriate behavioural responses and take appropriate action to pre-empt problems.
- Encourage the team to support pupils consistently and regularly review their own behaviours to model intended outcomes.
- Provide feedback to relevant people on progress made by any pupils with a behaviour support plan in line with the school’s Behaviour Policy.
- Implement individual pupil behaviour management programmes if required.
STL 31 – Prepare and Maintain the Learning Environment
- Prepare the learning environment to meet the needs of individual pupils.
- Support the teacher in the preparation of resources needed for lessons by gathering and appropriately positioning them for access.
- To ensure that pupils are in the right place at the right time in the right clothing with the appropriate equipment in the correct position.
STL 40 – Support Pupils with Cognition and Learning Needs
- Implement agreed strategies to support pupils with cognition and learning difficulties to learn.
- Sequence and structure learning environment and experiences ensuring adequate time.
- Consistently apply visual, auditory, object and tactile cues.
- Provide an appropriate level of assistance to enable the pupil to experience a sense of achievement, maintain self-esteem and self-confidence and encourage self-help skills.
- Listen carefully to the pupil and positively encourage him/her to communicate his/her needs and ideas.
STL 42 – Support Pupils with Sensory and/or Physical Needs
- Obtain accurate and up-to-date information about: a the nature and level of the pupil’s sensory and/or physical needs and apply to the pupil’s learning needs, planned learning tasks and activities.
- With support adapt the layout of the learning environment and the equipment used to enable the pupil with sensory and/or physical needs to access and maximise learning opportunities.
- Encourage the pupil to actively participate in learning tasks and activities consistent with his/her developmental level, physical abilities and any medical conditions.
- Ensure that any specialist equipment is used appropriately to maintain the pupil’s comfort and maximise his/her participation in learning tasks and activities.
- Give appropriate assistance to enable the pupil to experience a sense of achievement and encourage independence.
- Positively reinforce the pupil’s efforts to participate in learning tasks and activities.
STL 43 – Assist in the Administration of Medication
- Apply standard precautions for infection control and other relevant health and safety measures.
- Report any discrepancies or omissions you might find to the person in control of the administration and to relevant staff as appropriate.
- Be aware of School procedures.
- Contribute to administering and record keeping of medication to individuals in the appropriate manner, using the correct techniques according to the care plan if signed off as competent in doing so.
- Ensure the security of medications throughout the process and ensure all medication is stored in the correct safe place when administration is complete.
STL 4 – Meet their Personal Support Needs
- Attend to pupils’ personal care needs as and when necessary ensuring care and dignity at all times.
- Assist with the organisation of refreshments and mealtimes, feeding individual pupils where necessary including feeding by gastric tube after receiving the necessary training.
- Support pupils in the water and assist with swimming and or hydrotherapy programmes.
PDR – Take part in School Staff Development Procedures
- Take part in a performance management programme and work towards specific pupil progress and professional development targets.
- Take part in a staff induction programme, and pursue other training opportunities as agreed with the line manager.
- Take part in staff development days, class team meetings, departmental meetings, whole staff meetings and other occasional meetings held in usual working hours.
- To support students and volunteers who work within the classroom from time to time.
- The roles and responsibilities in this job description can be reviewed at any time in order to better meet the needs of pupils.
- All of our Support Assistants will be expected to work with a range of pupils in their class and maybe requested to work with others across the School.
The right candidate will have experience of working in a complex environment, across a large and diverse workforce, you will be exceptionally organised with a high-level of attention to detail. You will naturally possess excellent inter-personal skills, and an ability to consult and positively engage with key stakeholders across the organisation.
With experience of working in a complex environment, across a large and diverse workforce, you will be exceptionally organised with a high-level of attention to detail. You will naturally possess excellent inter-personal skills, and an ability to consult and positively engage with key stakeholders across the organisation.
Terms and Conditions
PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process.
Strictly no agencies, please.
As we often receive high levels of applicants for our roles, we regret that we will only be able to contact those applicants who are shortlisted for interviews. Therefore, if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted for an interview on this occasion.
About Us
The Children’s Trust is the UK’s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service.
Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom.
Staff Benefits
The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including, adoption pay, time off for fertility treatment, enhanced paternity leave, paid carers leave, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms, time off for gender reassignment.
We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service.
Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Rehabilitation of Offenders
Many roles at The Children’s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children’s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK’s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark – our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements.
Online Searches
In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate’s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As part of the Mental Health and Counselling team, you will deliver excellent, safe, impactful and responsive mental health and counselling support to young people. You will undertake assessments of client’s needs and levels of risk. You will provide some of the mental health support directly to young people and may oversee and support volunteer counsellors to do so. This role will involve supporting young people in a schools environment, and in a hub both face to face and remotely.
By listening to local young people, and local partners, and sharing your findings with the Someone to Talk to team you will support Centre 33 to embed and develop a more impactful service in line with the organisation’s strategic plan.
Work to Centre 33’s values of being inclusive and specialist; supportive and non-judgemental; and collaborative and accountable
You will work to Centre 33’s values of being young person-led, collaborative, inclusive and striving for excellence. You will also be an exemplar of our relevant policies, compliance, standards and values and to help build a team culture.
This post is subject to a DBS check and references.
Centre 33 strives to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome discussions about part time and flexible working arrangements.
Our Vision is for a future where all young people are listened to, respected and supported
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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:
- Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable data protection laws and regulations, including GDPR, and other relevant legislation in the countries where INGO operates.
- Develop, update, and maintain the organisation’s data protection policies, procedures, and guidelines to reflect current legal requirements and best practices.
- 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.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive training programmes on data protection principles and specific legal requirements, including SAR handling, to educate all relevant stakeholders.
- Lead the organisation’s response to data breaches, including investigation, mitigation, notification, and reporting to relevant authorities and stakeholders.
- 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:
- Bachelor’s degree in law, Information Security, IT, or a related field.
- Proven experience in data protection, privacy law, or a related field, preferably within an INGO or non-profit environment.
- 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.
- Strong understanding of information technology and data management practices, with the ability to work effectively with ICT professionals to implement technical data protection measures.
- 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.
- 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.
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About the Role
As the General Manager of Cambridge Carbon Footprint, you will play a pivotal role in steering our charity towards its vision. You’ll oversee daily operations, collaborate with the Board of Trustees on strategic planning, and represent our organisation to the public. This role involves leading and developing our dedicated team of staff and volunteers, managing our finances, and building strong relationships with stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to inspire and support meaningful climate action within the community.
Our ideal candidate
Our ideal candidate is an inspirational leader with a passion for equitable and community-led climate action and an understanding of the ethos of a small, local charity. You should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be capable of motivating and collaborating with staff, volunteers, and the wider community. Experience in a charity leadership role is essential, with abilities in managing and developing teams, financial oversight, and strategic planning. The ideal candidate will have a track record of successful fundraising and community engagement and be adept at practical and innovative problem-solving. Above all, you should be committed to both our values and our vision, and be eager to contribute your skills and knowledge to further our mission.
About us
For over 15 years, Cambridge Carbon Footprint has been at the forefront of inspiring and empowering individuals and communities to take action on climate change. We pride ourselves on being approachable and non-judgemental, empowering individuals and communities by giving them agency and voice, and providing the tools and support needed for effective climate action. We value strong connections with local communities and wider networks, ensuring our impact is both deep and far-reaching. Caring for our staff and volunteers is paramount, as their well-being and development are essential to our success. We are solutions-focused, embracing evidence-based and innovative practices that are practical and effective in making a tangible difference.
Some notable projects we run include:
- Open Eco Homes: Householder-led tours of homes that have been built or renovated to be comfortable, energy efficient and cosy.
- Net Zero Now: Training climate leaders and providing resources and support for community action on climate change.
- Cambridgeshire Repair Cafe Network: Providing the tools, guidance and support that has made Cambridgeshire the UK’s no. 1 repair cafe hotspot, with over 30 cafes in our region.
We’re a small, but very lively organisation. Last year, with just four permanent members of staff, we:
- Ran or supported 160 different events or activities
- Had a combined attendance of 7,710 people at events we ran or supported
- Were assisted by 2,021 volunteers giving 12,770 hours of their time
Applying
To apply, please download the full application pack and submit a comprehensive CV (2 page max.) along with a cover letter (2 page max.). Your cover letter should highlight your (1) relevant skills, knowledge and experience in light of the job description and specification, and (2) outline the approach you would take for this role. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
The closing date for applications is Friday 6th September at 5pm. We will review applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient high-quality applications. Successful candidates will be invited to interview on a rolling basis. The preferred start date for the role is Monday 11th November.
We are committed to ensuring everyone can access our website and application process. Should you require access to these documents in alternative formats, please contact us
Terms of the role
This is a permanent, full time role, with a salary in the range of £35,000 to £40,000 (depending on skills and experience). Benefits include 4% employer pension contribution, 25 days of paid leave plus public holidays, flexible working arrangements, and generous sick and compassionate leave policies.
This position involves a blend of office and home-working, with regular local travel. Our offices are located near Cambridge North Station. While some evening and weekend work is required, we provide time off in lieu to balance these commitments. We are open to discussing flexible and hybrid working options, including job sharing, to ensure the best fit for you and our team.
Our mission is to inspire and support action on climate change.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
JOB PURPOSE
UK for UNHCR is looking for an ambitious and proactive fundraiser to work in a Senior Philanthropy Officer role for up to one year’s maternity cover. This role will manage its own portfolio of low to mid-level trusts and foundations and will play a key role in supporting the Trusts and Foundations Manager on the engagement and stewardship of our high-level partnerships, as well as supporting on the delivery of a high-quality supporter experience.
You will be joining the charity at an exciting moment, becoming part of a small but high performing team with big ambitions. This role is integral to the development of our Trusts and Foundations Programme, which has grown significantly in recent years.
We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and determined and who enjoys working collaboratively within and across teams, building relationships and inspiring people to support UNHCR’s lifesaving work. You’ll have strong problem solving and communication skills, both written and oral. You’ll be passionate about the refugee cause and UK for UNHCR’s role in supporting refugees around the globe.
Working with our international colleagues, this role will gather information for reports, donor communications and proposals on UNHCR’s key areas of work.
This role will also work across the team to support on growing the trusts and foundations pipeline, through identifying and then building relationships with trusts and foundations aligned with our cause.
If you think you have the relevant skills and crucially, the passion to support the refugee cause, please apply.
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO
United Kingdom for UNHCR is the United Nations Refugee Agency’s national charity partner for the United Kingdom. We generate public awareness of the plight of refugees and raise funds to help protect them through UNHCR’s humanitarian operations across the world.
Our supporters include UK private individuals, communities, corporate partners, trusts and foundations. The funds we raise help UNHCR deliver emergency relief such as shelter, medical care and basic supplies to people fleeing conflict and persecution, as well as healthcare, education and livelihoods opportunities for those who remain displaced over the long term.
Nobody chooses to be a refugee, but we can all play a part in their protection, and we want those who work with us to share our values and passion for the cause.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION AND BELONGING
We strongly value diversity and recognise that it is critical to our success and the cause that we serve. We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all who work with us and strongly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly those with lived experience of being a refugee, asylum seeker, internally displaced person, or a stateless person.
UK for UNHCR is proud to have Diversity & Inclusion Working Group. The Diversity & Inclusion Working Group is a group of colleagues focusing on tasks that drive action in the implementation of our D&I Approach. The group also works to create safe spaces that brings colleagues together for events, discussions and learning experiences that celebrate and support diversity and tackle barriers to inclusion.
We are also open to flexibility in many different ways, including an element of working from home and flexible hours. Please don’t be afraid to speak to us about this at the interview stage, so we can explore what’s possible.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work as part of the Private Partnerships and Philanthropy Team (PPH) to develop new opportunities with trusts and foundations in line with UK for UNHCR’s fundraising strategy. This will include supporting and leading initiatives to approach potential supporters.
- Support the development and management of a robust trusts & foundations pipeline and a calendar of opportunities for grant submissions to trusts and foundations.
- Undertake detailed prospect research and identify the most appropriate funding and fundraising opportunities for trusts and foundations.
- Support the development of high-quality concept notes, proposals, reports, and other fundraising products.
- Support, and at times lead, on cultivation and stewardship events across the PPH team. This could be anything from a webinar to an in-person event for 50+ people.
- Support and lead on the development and execution of strong cultivation and stewardship plans, taking responsibility for keeping these updated and reviewed.
- Help establish an appropriate strategic and tactical response to trust and foundation prospects and supporters in the event of humanitarian emergencies.
- Maintain the Salesforce database with up-to-date and accurate information on trust and foundation prospects and partners.
- Help to raise awareness of, and build vital support for, UK for UNHCR’s unique position to protect refugees and displaced people.
- Work within UK for UNHCR’s due diligence and GDPR policies and processes.
- Ensure accurate income recording and earmarking procedures to facilitate financial reporting.
- Support the PPH team in other activities as requested.
The above list is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to perform duties that are not detailed above.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE
Essential Experience
- Experience of working in a fundraising capacity with an NGO or INGO to identify, approach, secure and steward trusts & foundations and/or major donors.
- Experience of devising and delivering impactful and engaging proposals and communications to generate income and build relationships.
- Experience of working across a busy team and managing a busy workload.
Essential Skills/Knowledge
- Ability to analyse reports and communicate complex themes and subjects to a variety of audiences, written and verbal.
- Ability to act proactively to identify new prospects and fundraising opportunities.
- Ability to juggle and prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines within a collaborative team environment.
- Good attention to detail and ability to proof-read.
- Able to demonstrate flexibility, with a willingness to respond quickly, particularly at times of humanitarian crisis.
- Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills.
- Proficient in using Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Working knowledge of fundraising databases.
Desirable Skills/Experience
- Experience of working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
- Experience of fundraising at an international development, human rights, or humanitarian NGO.
- Experience organising events.
WHY JOIN UNITED KINGDOM FOR UNHCR?
You will be part of a high performing agile team of talented people, all committed to build solidarity and raise funds for refugees and displaced people worldwide. You will be working in a flexible, supportive, and inclusive environment, where your work will be recognised and appraised.
What else?
Wellbeing
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays.
- Employee Assistance programme providing 24/7 access to online GP, mental health support and virtual wellbeing.
- Access to 100s of perks with discounts on everyday purchases.
- Office wellness perks.
- Discount on gym memberships.
- Hybrid and Flexible Working.
- Staff socials.
Financial
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8%.
- Non-contributory group life assurance scheme
- Non-contributory Income protection scheme.
- One-off contribution towards homeworking set up.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Enhanced sick pay scheme.
Development
- Comprehensive training and continuing development opportunities.
- Individual training budget.
HOW TO APPLY
If you have the relevant skills and the passion to use them to support refugees, please apply by completing our application form which is available in the documents section.
Closing date: Monday 26th August
Interviews date: Week commencing 9th September
If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to the application or hiring process that may better facilitate your participation, please contact us on the email address on our online portal. We will make every effort to respond to your request for assistance as soon as possible.
United Kingdom for the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is registered with the Charity Commission (England & Wales), charity no. 1183415. It is the UK national partner of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the UN Refugee Agency
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.