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Main Responsibilities
Communication and Relationships
- Communicate effectively within the organisation and externally including liaising appropriately with social care, health care and mental health professionals such as schools, social services, CAMHS and GPs.
- Communicate complex and sensitive information to stakeholders.
- Manage individuals and groups, including those who may be distressed by the information given to them.
- Establish excellent internal working relationships with peers and colleagues.
- Model the values and culture of the organisation in interactions and relationships at work.
Knowledge, training and experience
- Assess and engage in interventions with children and young people and/or their significant adult (as appropriate) in accordance with best practice.
- Complete comprehensive assessments which include assessments of risk and determining appropriate level of response/intervention.
- To be accountable for ensuring own practice meets minimum national standards and is compliant with professional Code of Conduct.
- Maintain knowledge about current, evidence-based practice.
- To maintain a personal profile of professional development in accordance with professional requirements/governing bodies.
- Demonstrate knowledge of all relevant policies and procedures.
- To practice in accordance with relevant legislation involving Safeguarding Children and Young People, Safeguarding Adults and the Mental Capacity Act and to be able to provide advice and guidance to other professionals.
- Provide supervision to volunteers in group or individually as needed.
Analytical and judgment skills
- To work within given frameworks for good and best practice.
- To participate appropriately in meetings to plan and/or evaluate strategies of care.
- Responsible for the provision of accurate and timely data to support team and organisational needs.
Planning and organisational skills
- Provide effective day-to-day management of own/team caseload and to collaborate with other team colleagues and/or volunteers in the coordination and allocation of new referrals to the team as required.
- Manage own time and workload.
- Provide cover for other clinical team members, including if appropriate the Associate Director of Clinical Services, during annual leave or sickness.
- Maintain personal identifiable and sensitive data according to information governance guidance and policy.
- Adhere to Information Governance policy and processes.
- Ensure incidents or near misses are reported.
- Ensure accurate written and electronic patient records are maintained, in line with confidentiality, data protection and other statutory regulations and requirements.
- To have a high degree of self-awareness and use this to maintain own and others emotional well being.
- Be able to frequently manage individuals and groups in distress or in conflict with the information presented.
- Resilience to frequently encounter highly emotional circumstances.
All Staff
- Contribute to the vision and mission of Winston's Wish; whilst embedding the values into your daily work activities.
- Promote equality of opportunity and diversity in accordance with Winston’s Wish policy.
- Contribute to the overall success of the charity’s fundraising needs by providing case studies, attending events and adding value to the experience of our supporters as required.
- Contribute to the brand and reach of the charity by working alongside our Marketing & Communications Team when relevant press opportunities arise or when required for social media and online content (including the use of photography).
- Work to objectives, targets and work plans agreed with your line manager.
- Undertake specific projects and other ad hoc duties agreed with your line manager, fulfilling any deadlines, reviews and reporting procedures required.
- Take an active part in the Quarterly review process and participate in training agreed with your line manager.
- Recognise and champion the lived experience of children and young people with bereavement within your work.
- Ensure the health and safety of all colleagues, volunteers and visitors in accordance with Winston’s Wish policy.
Person Specification
Educational/Professional Qualification
Essential
- MA/MSc or Postgraduate Degree in Counselling or Psychotherapy
- Registration with a professional body (e.g. HCPC, UKCP, BACP)
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Knowledge of best practice in delivering psychological interventions
Desirable
- Certificate/diploma in supervision
- Dual qualification (social work and counselling)
- BACP accreditation and/or eligible for BACP accreditation
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- A good understanding and knowledge of relevant psychological theories, therapeutic interventions, and models of grief work for children, young people and adults.
- Able to make clear psychosocial assessments inclusive of risks, safeguarding, and mental health needs for children, young people and adults.
- Evidence of working in a psychological framework with children, young people and adult who have experienced common mental health problems (e.g. anxiety and depression).
- Ability to provide support, supervision, and line-management to volunteers or staff as required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Evidence of and ability to work as part of the interdisciplinary team as well as on own initiative.
- Ability to manage own workload and own cases in accordance with best practice and clinical needs.
- Computer Literacy e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point, Electronic Notes systems.
- Planning and organisational skills.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial post qualification experience in counselling or psychotherapy.
- Experience of working therapeutically with children and young people (pre and post bereavement).
Desirable
- Minimum of 300 hours of supervised clinical practice.
- Experience of providing clinical supervision.
Knowledge and Understanding
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of bereavement, grief and its complications.
- Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and impact on practice.
- Understanding of the organisation as a charity.
Desirable
- Knowledge of current relevant legislation and government strategies.
Other
Essential
- Commitment to equal opportunities.
Recruitment Timetable
Application deadline: Monday 22nd July 2024
Interview date: 31st July and 1st August 2024
Interview location: MS Teams
Winston’s Wish reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications for the role before the closing date.
Winston’s Wish is a charity that helps children, teenagers and young adults find their feet when their worlds are turned upside down.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Beat is recruiting a Helpline Advisor to support the team in responding to the significant demand from those affected by eating disorders. Beat are receiving more contacts than ever before, this is an opportunity to make a difference to the lives of each and every person that gets in touch, this includes sufferers, family, friends, supporters and more. Working as part of the Helpline team, the Helpline adviser’s role is to ensure that incoming contacts from our beneficiaries receive high quality, timely support when they need it.
For more information and job description on this role please visit our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Remote role but must be based within easy reach of Manchester and Sheffield
Closing date: 12:00pm, 18th Jul 2024
As our Whizz Kidz Coordinator you will be responsible for the planning and delivery of services in the North of England as well as supporting colleagues in the Young People’s Services Team in all aspects of researching, organising and booking activities and events for disabled children, young people and their families.
Whizz Kidz: the facts
Over 75,000 young people aren’t getting the wheelchair or support that fully meets their needs.
Without the ability to be independent young wheelchair users are restricted in their ability to socialise and participate in society.
We’re here to change that.
As the UK’s leading charity for young wheelchair users (9 months -25 years old), we empower young people by providing the wheelchairs, equipment, support and confidence-building experiences they need, and campaigning for a more inclusive society. And we won’t stop until they are mobile, enabled and included.
Our vision
A society in which every young wheelchair user is mobile, enabled and included.
Our values
We are young people focused, ambitious, collaborative and inclusive.
Job summary
This role will predominantly support the Service Delivery Managers and Support Officer across the UK in the effective planning and delivery of services to meet the strategic objectives. The postholder will be required to work directly with young people and their families, delivering services in the North of England, alongside assisting the wider team in the administrative tasks involved in organising and setting up services and events.
You will be part of the Young People’s Services Team who provide a range of services and activities for young wheelchair users and their families.
The person
You will need to have good organisational skills with the ability to communicate and build rapport with a range of audiences. You will be liaising with our young people and families as well as venues, schools, content providers and other third-party organisations. With a good understanding of planning events and undertaking risk management, you will be responsible for all aspects of event bookings.
Skills and knowledge
• Understanding and familiarity of good practice and law around child protection, disability discrimination and equal opportunities legislation, health and safety, confidentiality, and data protection.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
Experience
• Experience of working directly with disabled children, young people and their families.
• Demonstratable experience of planning and organising events.
• Experience of working with external partners to coordinate activities and negotiate bookings.
• Experience of risk management.
Personal qualities
• Alignment with our values- young people focused, ambitious, inclusive and collaborative.
• Passionate about supporting young wheelchair users and creating societal change.
• Ability to get on with and motivate children and young people of all ages.
• Ability to multi-task, work calmly under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good level of computer literacy, including databases.
Please note: This post is subject to an Enhanced level DBS Disclosure, which will be sought prior to the confirmation of a job offer.
Weekend working and travel will be required.
A few perks
The wellbeing of our colleagues is of paramount importance to our success as an organisation, and we want to ensure that our benefits package provides something of value for everyone, whether it is our generous holiday entitlement, wellbeing days, Healthcare cash plan, long-service awards. We hope you agree!
Annual leave
• 25 days of annual leave per annum plus Bank Holiday (pro-rata for part time colleagues).
• Christmas closure
• In addition to annual leave, employees get three days of paid Christmas leave.
• Pension
• Automatic enrolment for all colleagues with the option to opt out. Contributions of 5% gross salary made by both Whizz Kidz and employees. We will match higher contributions of up to 6% of gross basic salary.
• Simply Health
• Automatic enrolment in a fully paid for cash plan that assists you with everyday health costs. This scheme is also available to your families for an extra charge.
• Season ticket loan
• An interest free loan of up to £5,000 following the successful completion of the Probationary Period.
To apply click the apply button.
Closing date12:00pm, 18th Jul 2024
Role Purpose:
To support and develop our peer mentor, volunteers, and lead on implementing recovery, and wellbeing focussed activities within an allocated locality of Essex.
Establish, develop, and maintain strong and effective partnerships within the community to promote and embed the Futures Together service.
To work in collaboration with the criminal justice element of the Futures Together service to support people with complex and multiple needs.
Innovate, implement, and facilitate recovery, and social inclusion groups within South and West Essex.
To complete administrative tasks including database maintenance, maintenance of accurate client’s information.
Be able to work in a fast-paced service and be flexible to changes plans at short notice.
Your Rewards
- Starting salary of £24,250, plus a £3000 market supplement, along with the opportunity to access potential yearly salary increments dependant on yearly appraisal.
- 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays pro-rata, (increasing each year to a maximum of 30 days)
- Benefits including season ticket loan, pension scheme and life assurance.
- Support through occupational sick pay, eye-care vouchers and regular wellbeing talks and activities.
- Continuous training and career development via PXL our dedicated learning management system
- Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme including telephone and online access.
- A rewarding role with the opportunity to help us support people on their journey to recovery and change their lives for the better.
- We’ll ensure you get all the support you need to thrive and succeed in your role and find your place amongst our incredible and collaborative team.
About Phoenix Futures
Phoenix Futures Group is a charity with over 50 years’ experience and a leading provider of drug and alcohol treatment.
Our values are what define us and ensure we work to the highest standards. We believe in being the best, we are passionate about recovery, we value our history and use it to inform our future.
We work with local authorities, other charities and service providers across the country to deliver innovative programmes and projects that change lives for the better, setting people on the path to health and emotional wellbeing.
We provide a diverse range of services, our expertise in psychosocial treatment and support is the common thread that runs through everything we do. People need psychological interventions, social support, meaningful use of time, sense of purpose and a place of safety to sustain their recovery. At our core, we support people, families, and communities to recover from drug and alcohol dependency.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ALDER HEY CHILDRENS CHARITY
Job title: Philanthropy Assistant
Salary: £25,307 - £29,634
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (flexible working will be considered)
Location: Mix of home working and office based (office is at Alder Hey, Liverpool)
The charity is currently conducting a four-day working week trial, due to end on 30th September 2024. This means that, for example, staff previously working 37.5 hours a week are now working 30 hours a week to enable a four-day working week. The trial is monitoring the benefits of a four-day working week against productivity. We are confident that by embracing a more flexible and balanced approach to work, we can continue to create a thriving and fulfilling work environment while driving growth and success for our charity. A decision will be made before the 30th September 2024 to agree the next steps, based on an assessment of the trial period; the four day working week trial may be ended, extended or adopted permanently.
About us
Alder Hey Children’s Charity raises vital funds to help make Alder Hey Children’s Hospital a truly world-class, patient-friendly hospital for the 450,000 patients and families we care for every year.
The charity helps to fund a range of activities and projects that are designed to enhance and improve the lives of our amazing young patients. This includes the funding of specialist medical equipment to ensure our brilliant surgeons and clinical staff have the most up to date and cutting edge technology available and funding hi-tech distraction equipment designed and proven to reduce pain and anxiety in our patients. We also fund a range of programmes and special projects such as our ward musicians, our on-site magician and the play specialists we have on every ward.
We have recently closed our Surgical Neonatal Appeal, having successfully raised our £3m target towards a brand new, state of the art Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the hospital. This year we will be fundraising towards a new Same Day Emergency Care Centre, providing an unrivalled experience for our patients and their families.
About this role:
This is a new and exciting opportunity for a Philanthropy Assistant to join the Charity team here at Alder Hey, the UK’s busiest Children’s Hospital. The postholder will work closely with the Philanthropy Support Lead to provide operational support and administration for the team, including events, donor meetings and visits, prospect research, data and use of the charity CRM (Salesforce).
We’re looking for a flexible team player with previous administration experience. You’ll also be self-motivated, proactive and great at building relationships. If you’re excited by the sound of this, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities will include:
· Provide support for the Charity with a programme of philanthropy events; from individual visits and tours of the hospital for donors, private dinners, through to larger events such as Gala Balls.
· Build strong relationships with colleagues and clinicians in the Trust to support, coordinate and plan events.
· Liaise with venues and third-party suppliers to ensure that events are delivered to the highest standards.
· Help to prepare event briefings for Charity and Trust colleagues, so that all participants understand their role and contribute effectively.
· Provide administration support for the philanthropy team ensuring all work is of a high standard, professional and accurate.
· Writing and sending out personalised thank you letters and cards.
· Diary management, minute taking and meeting organisation.
· Keeping the charity’s supporter database accurate and up to date.
· Support with preparing data for philanthropy mailings and event lists, including recording details on Salesforce.
· Undertake prospect research, ensuring all processes are compliant with our privacy policy, data protection legislation and prospect research best practice.
· Be an active and supportive member of the Alder Hey Children’s Charity team, contributing to the team’s development and working collaboratively with colleagues and volunteers.
· Be an outstanding advocate for Alder Hey Children’s Charity in line with the core values of the organisation.
· Any other reasonable duties as required by your line manager.
The charity is currently conducting a four-day working week trial, due to end on 30th September 2024. This means that, for example, staff previously working 37.5 hours a week are now working 30 hours a week to enable a four-day working week. The trial is monitoring the benefits of a four-day working week against productivity. We are confident that by embracing a more flexible and balanced approach to work, we can continue to create a thriving and fulfilling work environment while driving growth and success for our charity. A decision will be made before the 30th September 2024 to agree the next steps, based on an assessment of the trial period; the four day working week trial may be ended, extended or adopted permanently.
Our Values
Here at Alder Hey Children’s Charity, our values guide the way in which we work. By being courageous, working together, being passionate about our work, and making sure that we are creative in what we do, helps us to deliver the support necessary so that our Hospital can continue to deliver the very best care for our young patients and their families. Our values are:
Courage: we try new things and take risks to innovate and drive forward new ideas. We have the courage to speak up and take a stance. We are accountable, responsive and responsible. We are unstoppable.
Together: we work together as one team, sharing our knowledge and learning. We work in partnership with patients, families, supporters and colleagues. We are respectful, celebrate diversity and empower each other to achieve our aims.
Passion: we are passionate about what we do and why we do it. We work together to share and grow. We inspire others.
Magical: we are fun, creative and child led. We create special moments, provide little extras and go further for our brave young patients.
Location
We’re open to this role being a mix of home working and office based (our offices are located on site at Alder Hey in Liverpool).
How to apply
You can apply by clicking the link below. Applications must include your CV and a covering letter which answers the following questions:
· How do you meet the person specification? If you don’t exactly meet all of the role requirements but have transferable skills please do consider applying and provide details as part of your answer.
· Why do you want to work for Alder Hey?
Additional information is included within the Job Description and Person Specification.
Closing date: Sunday 7 July
Interview date (to be held at Alder Hey): Monday 15 July
Alder Hey Children’s Charity will make every endeavour to make any reasonable adjustments for applicants who require assistance in carrying out their duties due to a disability. Alder Hey Children’s Charity is committed to equal opportunities and positively welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Alder Hey Children’s Charity is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. The post holder may be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Key responsibilities
It is a hugely exciting time to be working in the online safety field. New regulation created by the Online Safety Act is set to significantly increase companies’ duties to keep users safe, especially children. At the same time, the online issues which families are contending with continue to evolve at pace: from mis- and dis-information in the age of generative AI, to increasing volumes of misogynistic online abuse, and data and privacy risks to name just a few.
There is cross-party consensus on the importance of tackling these issues, and a real appetite for practical, evidence-led solutions.
Against this backdrop, and ahead of a new government, Internet Matters is recruiting a Policy Manager to help ensure that our voice is heard in these conversations, advocating for the interests of children and families to be put first. This wide-ranging role will include:
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Delivering policy projects on particular issues or themes (e.g. reports, briefings, roundtable events) – and supporting projects from other teams which have policy components. The successful candidate will author external-facing outputs, with support from the wider team.
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Stakeholder engagement, public affairs and influencing – maintaining and developing a network of contacts across Government, Parliament, regulators, the third sector and industry. Identifying opportunities to push forward our agenda with key decision-makers, including through active participation in meetings and events.
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Reactive policy work – e.g. monitoring the policy landscape, writing blogs, producing briefings, responding to consultations.
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Supporting the successful running of our Expert Advisory Panel and Vulnerable Users Working Group, e.g. though producing minutes of discussions, diarising meetings, sourcing speakers, compiling agendas, etc.
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Contributing your ideas to team discussions about the overarching strategy for our policy and research work.
About you
The successful candidate will have professional experience of working in policy, public affairs, or a closely related field. Knowledge of online safety/tech policy would be beneficial, but is not a requirement.
You may have worked for another charity/not-for-profit, a trade association, in government or in Parliament. You are excited by the opportunities of working in a small organisation, where everyone lends a hand to deliver key priorities, and where you can contribute very actively to our wider thinking and strategy.
Sometimes your work may focus on one or two of the key responsibilities listed above more than the others, in line with organisational need and external developments. We are therefore looking for someone who is comfortable with embracing all aspects of the job, with support, even though you may well have a preference for (or greater experience in) certain aspects of it. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have experience of public affairs and influencing work, given that external outreach is likely to be a significant focus for us in the year ahead, but please do still apply if your experience lies more elsewhere (e.g. writing reports).
Skills, knowledge and experience
Essential
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Professional experience of working in policy, public affairs, or a closely related field.
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Knowledge of the policymaking process and how it can be influenced, e.g. through Parliament.
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Excellent analytical skills – ability to read and dissect complex information.
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Experience of producing high quality written outputs at speed, including reports, briefings and blogs.
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Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
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Project management experience.
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A flexible and proactive outlook.
Desirable
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Experience of working in online safety and/or technology policy.
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Experience presenting and sharing policy and research in a range of settings, including at external meetings and events, tailoring messages to different audiences.
Please note that the postholder may be required to attend occasional evening events or meetings.
All applicants must have legal authorisation to work in the UK.
What else you should know
We offer all employees:
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28 days holiday per annum plus all UK Bank Holidays.
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Extra holiday with length of service up to a maximum of 31 days.
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Hybrid working – split between our office in Central London and home working
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Option to take two volunteering days each year.
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Quarterly team events.
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Season ticket loan scheme.
The deadline for applications is 23.59 on Tuesday 9 July.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Homelessness Advocate
Service: London & SE Children’s Rights service
Reporting to: Children’s Rights Services Manager (or nominated supervisor)
Salary Range: £25,500 to £29,500 per annum (depending on experience)
Work Pattern: 35 hours per week
Location: Hybrid and flexible – a mix of working from our London office, from home and regular work with young people in the community
Contract Type: Permanent
About Coram
Coram is committed to improving the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people.
We support children and young people from birth to independence, creating a change that lasts a lifetime.
Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.
About Coram Voice
Coram Voice is the leading provider of specialist advocacy for children and young people. We run a range of children’s rights projects, including advocacy for children in care, care leavers, children with disabilities and homeless young people.
At Coram Voice we have a wealth of experience advocating on behalf of homeless young people. We work side by side with some of the most vulnerable children and young people in society and reach out to those who have missed the support they need. Join us as we work to transform the lives of children and young people, by supporting them to uphold their rights and actively participate in decisions about their lives.
Coram Voice is part of the Coram group of charities that develops, delivers and promotes best practice in the support of children and young people. Our vision is that every child has the best possible chance in life, and we work together to do this from our leafy campus in Bloomsbury.
About the role
You will:
-Provide direct advocacy support to children and young people children and young people experiencing, or at risk, of homelessness. You will hold a caseload, and be committed to championing the rights of these young people, working with a broad range of other stakeholders and agencies to do so.
-Support with developing the quality of services and projects delivered by Coram Voice to children and young people. This includes under Coram Voice’s Homelessness Outreach Project.
-You will support in the promotion of good practice across both Coram Voice and external organisations, building equitable and inclusive practice across the sector for homeless children and young people.
Our advocates will have relevant experience with children and young people, and may hold a suitable Advocacy Qualification. For the right candidate, we may also be able to offer this post as a Trainee position, and offer support to gain qualifications. The salary offered will reflect the candidate’s experience and skills.
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on the role and what we are looking for in a candidate.
Benefits of working with us
We wish to reward and recognise the valuable contributions our staff make to the organisation and offer an attractive benefits package to do so. You can read more about our benefits package on our careers site. This includes:
-A competitive salary
-A matched pension scheme up to 5% of salary
-Generous leave entitlement, including up to 28 days’ annual leave, as well as an additional 3 days of paid leave between Christmas and New Year
-A suite of family-friendly policies
-Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
Recruitment process
Following shortlisting, successful candidates will be invited to attend interview. The interview process comprises of a written exercise and a panel interview. Successful candidates will be required to take part in a Warner style interview as part of our safer recruitment processes given the nature of the role. Internal candidates will need to notify HR of their interest in the post and they will provide further information on the internal application process. When completing your application form, please address the person specification in order to demonstrate how you are suited to the role as please note we do not take CVs.
To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application.
Closing date: 28th July 2024 at 23:59pm
Interviews dates: TBC
Coram is an equal opportunities employer and we believe a diverse workforce enables us to improve the services to the children and families we help. We are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from all sections of the community we seek to support. This includes those from, Asian, African, Caribbean and other minority ethnic backgrounds, those that identify as LGBTQ+, those with disabilities, those with lived experience of care or homelessness, those with neuro-diversity, and those from other groups who are underrepresented at Coram.
If applicants feel comfortable, we would encourage them to draw on lived experience as well as professional experience in their personal statement as part of their application.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Registered Charity No. 312278.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours:
Normal office hours are 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, although alternative hours may be worked with line manager agreement. Work outside office hours may sometimes be necessary and will be compensated for by time off in lieu
Annual leave:
28 days plus bank holidays. Annual leave steadily increases after five years of service. Annual leave and statutory holidays are calculated on a pro rata basis where applicable.
Pension:
2wish operate a contributory pension scheme. 2wish will auto-enrol you into the scheme in accordance with its auto-enrolment obligations. Full details of the scheme will be provided to you once you are enrolled, including the minimum level of contributions that you will be required to make during your membership (current contributions - employer 3% and employee 5%).
Mileage:
A fixed rate allowance is payable for agreed mileage undertaken on 2wish business in a private vehicle, over and above your usual journey to your workplace/s.
Location:
2wish is currently working with staff to offer a form of hybrid working and this will continue for the foreseeable future.
This post will continue to include home working, with the expectation on the successful candidate to travel to 2wish Head Office regularly.
Applicants living in border counties to Wales will be considered, but the applicant must be willing to commit to regular travel to Head Office.
Objective:
2wish exists to provide support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.
Aims:
- Ensure every Emergency Department has a suitable bereavement suite
- Ensure that bereavement boxes are available at each of these hospitals
- Ensure that immediate bereavement support is available for all affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide a professional counselling service and other therapies for those affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide support to individuals who witness the sudden death of a child or young person
- Provide support and training to professionals from any sector who may be affected by the sudden death of a child or young person
- To advocate and campaign on behalf of suddenly bereaved families
2wish Cymru and 2wish:
2wish has been established since 2012 and has grown from strength to strength. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to embed our service and ensure that the offer of support is made at the point of death.
We offer an immediate, consistent, high-quality and compassionate service to all individuals affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under in Wales. We work in partnership with professionals who refer into the charity on behalf of the families, so they don't have to trawl through the internet for an organisation who may, or may not, be able to support. We provide immediate, and ongoing, support and are here for as long as our families need us.
However, we know that gaps in support for those suddenly bereaved still exist outside of Wales. And so we are expanding into England and are on the lookout for passionate and committed individuals who want to help push the charity to the next level.
Context of role:
2wish support anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under. We provide immediate, and longer-term support to families, individuals, professionals and witnesses. Since we were established in 2012, we have grown to deliver our service across the whole of Wales.
In January 2024, we expanded the geographical area and recruited a brand-new team to deliver the service in the border counties of England and Wales, namely Cheshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire and Somerset. This will be the first of several phases of expansion and the aim is to deliver our service throughout England and Wales in the coming years.
The post holder will lead an effective and cohesive management team across England and Wales overseeing the development and delivery of specialist services for individuals affected by sudden and unexpected death in children and young people aged 25 and under. They will ensure the team provide the highest standards of support, and that services are shaped by the needs of those who access them.
The key objectives of the post are:
- To lead upon delivery of support services across England and Wales, ensuring services are delivered consistently to a high quality and are embedded across a growing geographical area. To embed a growing team and develop relevant strategic priorities.
- To motivate, lead and develop a multi-disciplinary team to provide holistic services to families, friends, professionals, witnesses and individuals affected by sudden death.
- To establish pan-phase partnerships with key stakeholders to embed and develop referral pathways and raise awareness of the charity and its services.
- To work closely with the CEO, Director of Operations, Director of Transformation and Strategy and the wider Leadership Team promoting effective cross-team working that contributes to the overall objectives of 2wish and 2wish Cymru.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
1.0. Support services:
- To oversee outstanding service delivery across England and Wales that responds flexibly to emerging need in line with the business plan, key deliverables, budget and policies and procedures
- To leading on effective delivery and scaling up of services throughout the expansion phases
- To work closely with the Director of Transformation and Strategy to ensure a consistent approach to service delivery that aims to embed the service within existing child death procedures
- To oversee and monitor financial performance, ensuring effective deployment of resources and compliance against agreed targets/budgets
- To be responsible for Safeguarding and work with designated Safeguarding Officers to ensure services are safe for supported persons, staff, counsellors and therapists, volunteers, external partners and other key stakeholders
- To carry out regular risk assessments for services. Ensuring safeguarding concerns are followed up systematically, including making referrals to statutory services
- To oversee high-quality assurance of the service through monitoring of quality assurance systems, audits, management of complaints and learning from disruption
- To work with managers and Senior Leaders in the development and definition of new services, ensuring that operational procedures which support service delivery are fit for purpose
- To taking a hands-on approach to dealing with complex or difficult cases, particularly in new areas as we expand
- To oversee and further develop monitoring and evaluation processes to clearly demonstrate the impact the service has on individuals supported
- To contribute towards applications and reports for funders/ grants etc. in line with milestones /objectives and funding agreements
- To attend formal and informal meetings with the 2wish Senior Management Team and as required with the Trustee Board to review and report on progress
2.0. Leadership:
- To provide clear and visible leadership for a growing support team, with a specific focus upon leading and developing the support managers, taking overall responsibility and accountability for their management, performance, quality of their outputs, including recruitment/retention, induction, training and development, performance management and succession planning
- To lead and motivate staff in the performance of their duties in a way which encourages loyalty, dedication and high professional standards, in line with 2wish Cymru and 2wish ethos, values and determined by the Leadership team and Trustee Board in our strategic plan
- To further develop a positive approach to change and growth in line with expansion plans and the subsequent changes to staffing and areas of service delivery
- To establish and maintain effective working relationships on a local and national with referral partners and key stakeholders including police, health and professionals involved in child death procedures
- To oversee the development of training packages to encourage education and awareness around the experiences of those affected by sudden death
- To work closely with the CEO and Leadership team to support the work of 2wish nationally
- To ensure that the voices and needs of those affected by sudden death in children and young people are at the centre of decision making in Wales and England
- To work to the policies and procedures of the organisation, to promote these with staff and to ensure that they are maintained and developed appropriately. Keeping up to date with regulation, guidance, standards, government policy and research relating to sudden child death
3.0. General:
- To show respect and sensitivity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity
- To undertake learning opportunities and seek them out for the team
- To adhere to all company policies and procedures including Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and Lone Working; and to be proactive in implementing new safe working practices as appropriate
- To undertake any other duties deemed commensurate with this post as directed by the CEO or Deputy CEO
It is the nature of the work that tasks and responsibilities are in may circumstances unpredictable and varied. All employees are therefore expected to work in a flexible way and tasks, which are not specifically covered in their job description may have to be undertaken.
You will be subject to performance review, which will incorporate a review of the above duties and performance over the period.
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Additional benefits for our employees:
- An 'Employee Assistance Programme,' including wellbeing support
- Free parking on 2wish premises
- Free branded 2wish clothing
- An extra annual leave day on your birthday
- Incremental increase in holiday entitlement based on length of service
- Paid sick leave
- Discounts for personal purchases on 2wish Merchandise
- Discounted tickets to UK 2wish events, discounts for family
- Extra holiday entitlement when taking part in 2wish overseas events
- Company mobile phone/E-sim for performance of duties
- Tools/equipment required for the performance of duties
- Reimbursement of work expenses
- Bright Exchange employee discounts.
About Rotherham Hospice
At Rotherham Hospice, we provide exceptional care for all those affected by terminal illness and are the only adult hospice in Rotherham for the people of Rotherham and surrounding villages.
We began offering Day Hospice services in 1994, and have grown over the years to now provide a 14 bed Inpatient Unit alongside our Hospice Community Team who provide care in the community.
Our dedicated team of staff and volunteers work together to provide palliative care that incorporates psychological, physical, social and spiritual support to help patients and their families achieve the very best quality of life, both at home and in the Hospice.
We believe in making a meaningful difference to the lives of patients and their families. As a member of our dedicated team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a community of care that goes beyond the ordinary. We value innovation, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence in all that we do.
Join us in creating a compassionate and supportive environment where every team member plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those we serve.
Your Responsibilities
Rotherham Hospice is seeking a passionate and results-driven Legacy Fundraising Officer to join our Income Generation Team.
This is an exciting new role created to focus on legacy fundraising initiatives, with a primary objective of increasing the number of legacy pledges and gifts to support the long-term sustainability of the hospice's vital services.
Reporting to the Individual Giving Manager, the Legacy Fundraising Officer will play a key role in developing and implementing strategies to engage with supporters, raise awareness of legacy giving opportunities, and secure legacy pledges and gifts.
About you:
Experience
- At least 2 years’ experience in a fundraising environment.
- Previous experience in legacy fundraising within the nonprofit sector.
Skills and Abilities
- Strong understanding of legacy giving principles and techniques, including estate planning and will writing.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire donors through written and verbal communication.
- Proficiency in database management and experience working with fundraising CRM systems.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
What we can offer you
Holidays- A work-life balance is important for everyone, which is why we offer all employees 30 days annual leave per year (plus bank holidays), plus an additional day’s leave in every 5th year.
A supportive & comfortable working environment- Our Hospice is a calm and compassionate place to work, full of inspiring people who support one another.
Hassle-free parking at no cost- No one is more than a couple of minutes’ walk from the Hospice.
Great meals & drinks- Because our culinary team prepares food for patients 24/7, they cook for us too. Buy a lovely lunch with 50% off without even leaving the building.
Reassurance- Whilst the here and now is important, we all think about the future. We offer employees a 6% pension after probation and a Life Assurance scheme which will pay 2x your annual salary should you die whilst working in our service.
Training & development- Every employee will be supported with their training and development needs and will be regularly supported by their line manager.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This role is part of the Wiltshire Project which provides individual and family support to domestic abuse for victims and their children.
Working with children and young people, the team will focus on delivering timely and high quality, trauma informed support to children who have been the victims of domestic abuse.
This is a fixed term position to November 2025.
This exciting post will be working with children who have experienced or been affected by domestic abuse. Focusing on standard and medium risk cases, this role will provide practical and emotional support to children and young people, with an emphasis on early intervention and awareness raising.
In addition, there will be the opportunity to work with the team and manager to develop and deliver new group work provision for young people.
Key tasks and responsibilities include:
· To provide high quality, specialist support to children who have lived in a domestically abusive family.
· Enabling young people to access statutory and other services where appropriate.
· Managing a caseload and working proactively to support young people and their families.
· To deliver educational, time-bound, 1 to 1 support sessions for children and young people.
· Provide specialist support to child victims, with a focus on empowering young people to make informed decisions.
· Ensure that children and young people have a thorough understanding of what constitutes a ‘healthy relationship’.
· Undertake risk assessments and implement robust safety management plans.
· Give practical and emotional support to children affected by domestic abuse.
· Work closely with multi-agency partners and the wider Wiltshire team to ensure that we maintain a focus on risk management and safeguarding.
· Work with your team and manager to develop early intervention resources.
· Engaging with and supporting the MARAC and MASH process, to ensure that the voice of victims is heard.
This role will be based in our Trowbridge office, with a requirement to travel across Wiltshire. FearFree supports staff to work flexibly, with an ability to work in a hybrid fashion, both at home and in the office.
Key responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of low to high risk children and young people, predominantly through face to face appointments but also utilising virtual technologies.
- Complete an initial assessment of the child’s needs so that you can identify and plan the support needed to address issues and prevent any problems from escalating.
- Assess, manage and review risks to service users, colleagues and self, according to agreed procedures.
- Assess the needs of the child and devise appropriate support and safety plans with due regard to the dynamic nature of risk.
- Work with colleagues, health and social care professionals and multi-agency networks to evaluate caseload needs and the progress that has been made.
- Work directly and proactively with children and young people to help them to understand the impact that Domestic Abuse has had on them.
- Ensure personal safety and that of service users and other staff at all times.
- Respond to emergencies and crises with a focus on the child’s wellbeing and safeguarding.
- Plan and implement activities to promote self-awareness, confidence and participation for children.
- Provide person centred, trauma informed support to all your cases, to empower the young person to make informed choices.
- Enable service users to participate in the design, delivery and evaluation of services.
- Work effectively in partnership with multiple statutory and voluntary agencies to enhance service delivery, safety and safeguarding.
- Respond to a child’s individual learning needs and style, adapting practice as necessary.
- Work closely with schools and education establishments to ensure support offered to service users is appropriate, planned and coordinated.
- Keeping the child’s voice central to all support and decision making wherever possible: taking the time to talk through and work with the individual child’s understanding around safeguarding and why we need to share certain things.
- Act as duty officer for Wiltshire, responding to incoming calls, logging referrals and making assigned outgoing calls, according to the duty rota. Duty shifts will be 9 – 5 in the Trowbridge Office.
- To understand and work effectively within a multi-agency framework, consisting of the MARAC and local partnership responses to domestic abuse, in order to reduce the risk for service users and their families.
- Accompany service users, when needed, to other relevant agencies and support them in their interactions with these agencies.
- To work alongside colleagues to deliver a whole family approach.
- Be proactive with your line manager to carry out periodic case reviews.
- Respect and value the diversity of the community in which the services work in, and recognise the needs and concerns of a diverse range of survivors ensuring the service is accessible to all.
Groups and Activities
- Work with the Childrens and Families Team Manager to develop and deliver, a group work intervention for young people.
- Assist with recruiting children and young people to be involved in the development of groups or activities, providing them with on-going support.
- Run groups for children and young people following a planned programme.
General
- Work at all times in accordance with the requirements of the Lone Working Policy and Procedure.
- Attend and contribute to team meetings.
- Update written and computerised records with accurate and clear information.
- Contribute to effective team working with a flexible and pro-active approach, including cover for other team members’ holidays and sickness.
- Undertake agreed training and keep updated on changes in legislation, policy and best practice.
- To support additional duties at your team managers discretion.
Responsibilities
- Appropriately manage highly confidential information relating to vulnerable people.
- Ensure security of data, especially sensitive personal data, in line with the information security policy.
- Work within FearFree’s Policies and Procedures at all times.
- Be mindful of responsibilities in respect of health and safety. In particular:
- Co-operate at all times with management in the implementation of and adherence to health and safety policy and procedures;
- Take reasonable care for your own safety and for the safety of others who may foreseeably be affected by your actions at work;
- Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided for the purpose of health and safety at work;
- Report all health and safety concerns to line managers;
- Assist with the completion of the risk assessment programme.
For a full job description/person specification and to apply, please follow the link provided on this website. There is no specific closing date for this role and this vacancy will close once a suitable candidate is found, so early applications are encouraged.
FearFree is committed to encouraging equality and diversity in the workplace. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive place to work where we can all be ourselves and individual differences are recognised and valued.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Do you enjoy working alongside people from multiple generations, backgrounds and faiths? Would you enjoy working in the agile environment of a small, ambitious organisation? We’re looking for a Baby Bank Manager who can inspire members of our Camden Hub to help us to give more young children across the capital the things they need to thrive.
At the site we collect and sort donations from generous local supporters, we welcome families to choose the things they need for their children, and we pack bespoke bundles that are sent out to families across London.
The role provides a brilliant opportunity to work alongside people from multiple generations, backgrounds and faiths all united by our shared goal. No two days will be the same, but every day you will feel the difference you are making.
The main things we’re looking for is experience of project and team management, plus a passion for our cause. We welcome applicants from across different sectors; for example you might have worked in the corporate sector, perhaps in a start-up or as an events manager or in production and are now looking to use your skills in the third sector.
To bring about change for children and families through the power of sharing, reusing and connecting
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Location: Windsor and Maidenhead
Hours: 35 per week
Salary: £25,250 - £30,044 per annum, pro-rata
Contract: Permanent
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At Cranstoun, we are always in search of talented and experienced individuals to join our team. An exciting opportunity has arisen within the services, and we have a number of vacancies within our services.
We provide a range of services for those affected by drugs and alcohol. Our skilled and compassionate people work closely with services users and their families to change and save lives.
We combine proven expertise in treatment and recovery with innovative approaches and actively involve those we help in improving the design of the services we provide.
You will be responsible for delivering all elements of substance misuse work including case management, needle syringe programme, harm reduction, outreach, group work, access and engagement support as well as other associated duties. You need to be committed to the recovery agenda and encouraging clients to utilise their recovery capital within their community and have group-work experience.
The services operate core hours of Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. They also offer additional service hours on a Tuesday between 9am – 7pm which may occasionally need covering.
All posts will be subject to an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
To download an application pack, please visit the website via the apply button.
Please note we are unable to accept CVs.
Closing date: 21 July 2024.
We are an inclusive employer, committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of our work.
Registered Charity No: 1061582
Please note that this is a fixed-term contract for 8 months, starting September 2024
Location: Flexible with some paid travel to London (if based outside of London)
A little bit about the role
We seek a graduate with excellent communication skills for our Recruitment team. You must be able to manage data, multitask, and adapt to dynamic environments. Enhance Frontline’s social worker training selection process with autonomy and a commitment to continuous improvement.
The Recruitment team is responsible for sourcing, selecting and hiring for 500 places for Approach Social Work (previously known as the Frontline programme) in local authorities across England.
We think the internship at Frontline is unlike other internships. You’ll be given plenty of opportunity to develop key skills for your future career, while also holding a core role within the team. You will be joining us at our busiest time and so will have day to day coordinator responsibilities throughout the year. This makes it a great first step into your career as you’ll have real practical examples to take forward. You will work with the Selection Manager and Selection Officers to ensure the delivery of a highly effective and efficient recruitment process and to ensure the candidate experience is positive throughout.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Facilitate at Approach Social Work assessment centres, supporting assessors and sharing responsibility for ensuring days run smoothly and consistently
- Manage the logistics involved in planning and delivering over 40 assessment centre days (e.g. responding to candidate queries, monitoring candidate sign up, scheduling assessors)
- Act as first point of contact for candidates experiencing technical difficulties with IT systems used as part of selection process.
A little bit about you
The role would suit a recent graduate with experience in event planning, logistics coordination, or customer service. We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented and excels at managing multiple tasks and priorities. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator who can support candidates through the selection process, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure smooth operations at assessment centers.
We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own.
If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.
We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!
Could you be our new Brand & Marketing Manager?
We’re looking for a creative, dynamic and enthusiastic comms professional to join us on our mission to ensure no child or young person ever has to grieve alone. As our Brand & Marketing Manager you will be at the forefront of growing and developing the Winston’s Wish brands and find new and innovative ways to reach the children and young people who need us. This is a varied and fast-paced role where no two days will be the same.
From sharing the voices of our incredible Youth Ambassadors far and wide, to marketing fantastic fundraising initiatives to identifying new opportunities to reach young people, you’ll play a fundamental role in ensuring bereaved children and young people know they can put their trust in Winston’s Wish when their worlds are turned upside down by grief.
Main Responsibilities
- Marketing outreach and project management
- Work alongside the Director of Marketing & Communications to action the charity’s strategic marketing plan.
- Lead a team of marketeers in planning, delivering and measuring effective projects to drive revenue and reach across multiple areas of the company.
- End to end management of comms plans to ensure projects are delivered to a high standard using data and analysis to refine and develop plans in order to reach targets.
- Oversee marketing activity across all channels, with a strong emphasis on developing data led digital marketing. Ensuring the team are constantly analysing, refining and optimising.
- Write influential and fluent copy aimed at different target audiences to engage and ultimately drive interest.
- Actively identify and motivate the team to recognise opportunities to market Winston’s Wish to reach our identified audiences.
- Work with the charity’s approved freelance designers to oversee the creation and delivery of marketing assets and artwork, adhering to our brand style and tone of voice.
- Support the PR & Marketing Officer to identify and respond to media requests and create opportunities that grow the charity’s reputation.
Brand Management
- Work alongside the Director of Marketing & Communications to embed a cohesive and engaging brand identity to create memorable and consistent experiences for all.
- Develop our visual identity in a way which brings our cause and purpose to life in the most engaging and inspiring way possible.
- Grow and manage our database of brand and marketing assets and materials.
- Use market insight and analytics to continuously develop our brand to position Winston’s Wish as a leader in our sector.
Team Management & Administration
- Work alongside the Director of Marketing & Communications to lead our marketing and communications team, ensuring there is a clear direction of travel, an understanding of purpose and an exemplary culture embedded to drive future success.
- Line manage the Digital Marketing & Communications Officer and PR & Marketing Officer.
- Effectively manage expenditure across all projects and campaigns in line with agreed expenditure budgets.
- Effective reporting as required in line with agreed objectives and KPIs.
- Ensure that the recording of permissions and consents is adhered to in line with our policies and procedures and in accordance with GDPR.
All Staff
- Contribute to the vision and mission of Winston's Wish; whilst embedding the values into your daily work activities.
- Promote equality of opportunity and diversity in accordance with Winston’s Wish policy.
- Contribute to the overall success of the charity’s fundraising needs by providing case studies, attending events and adding value to the experience of our supporters as required.
- Contribute to the brand and reach of the charity by working alongside our Marketing & Communications Team when relevant press opportunities arise or when required for social media and online content (including the use of photography).
- Work to objectives, targets and work plans agreed with your line manager.
- Undertake specific projects and other ad hoc duties agreed with your line manager, fulfilling any deadlines, reviews and reporting procedures required.
- Take an active part in the Quarterly review process and participate in training agreed with your line manager.
- Recognise and champion the lived experience of children and young people with bereavement within your work.
- Ensure the health and safety of all colleagues, volunteers and visitors in accordance with Winston’s Wish policy.
Person Specification
Essential
- Ability to be passionate and inspiring when communicating the work of Winston’s Wish.
- Excellent copywriting and editorial skills across multimedia channels.
- Experience of processing and turning complex information into compelling and relevant stories and content.
- Strong demonstrable experience of brand management and delivering strategic brand projects.
- A confident brand guardian with experience of developing and implementing brand guidelines, providing clear and well-reasoned feedback on a wide range of creative.
- A confident project manager, able to develop and roll out a strategic marketing plans that reach our intended audiences.
- Lead, enthuse and inspire colleagues at all levels to get behind our brand and marketing activities.
- Experience of managing and motivating a team.
- Ability to show empathy for the children, young people and families we support.
- Curious, creative and innovative, unafraid to challenge the status quo.
- Strong commitment to the values of Winston’s Wish – We are caring, hopeful and honest; we respect others and we try new things.
Desirable
- Project management experience.
- Graphic design experience.
- Experience in a similar environment.
- Understanding of child bereavement.
- Experience of using Salesforce CRM System.
Recruitment Timetable
Application deadline: 12th July at 5pm
Interview date: 26th July
Interview location: Zoom
Winston’s Wish reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications for the role before the closing date.
Winston’s Wish is a charity that helps children, teenagers and young adults find their feet when their worlds are turned upside down.
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The Charity
Kinship is the leading kinship care charity in England and Wales. We offer kinship carers financial, legal, practical and emotional support and understanding from the moment they need it, for as long as they need it. Our expert advice, information and guidance helps with complicated and stressful decisions that so many kinship families have to make. We are always there to support them through challenging times and celebrate the good.
Kinship carers are strong and determined. Together, they are powerful. We help them build communities of support and action by connecting families locally and across England and Wales.
About the Team
Kinship is in the third year of delivering the first national peer support service for kinship carers in England. We have created 145 peer support groups. We have supported and trained kinship carers to create and lead their groups in a way which meets their needs.
With a new contract from the Department for Education, we’re now entering a new phase of our service with a focus on:
- creating 90 new sustainable peer support groups in areas of most need over 21 months;
- sustaining and developing the current 145 existing groups; and
- providing support and help to build a sustainable and welcoming community for all peer support groups across England.
This role will mobilise, develop and innovate our existing offer into a new Peer Support Community Hub with the focus on supporting sustainability and building resilience of peer support groups and their leaders. You will support and build our Kinship peer support community.
You’ll work with group leaders to co-create and develop a central hub of accessible and useful resources to help them to sustain their groups, working with colleagues right across Kinship to promote consistent access to services and activities (training, programmes, information, advice and campaigns), building a joined-up user experience.
You’ll ensure we use data and insight to innovate the Hub and develop a strong thriving community of peer support group leaders.
About the role
The role of the Peer Community Innovation Lead is to oversee and take accountability for sustaining kinship peer support groups across England in priority areas as part of a new hub and spoke delivery model.
In this context, your team is the centralised ‘hub’ of the service, delivering an exciting programme of training, speakers, toolkits and resources to help peer support group leaders develop, build and sustain their group well. Your team will build and develop this ‘peer support community hub’. This will include annual in person celebrations.
Your team will make sure groups feel connected and supported, learn from each other and build a powerful and resilient peer community.
Managing a national team of three, you will develop a strategy and operational plan to build on and mobilise a new peer support community.
The type of person we’re looking for:
Dynamic and people-centred, this role is about innovating and developing a supportive community of peer support group leaders nationally in person and online. You’ll understand the power of relationships and be an excellent communicator. You’ll understand how communities hold their own power and your team will help unlock that. Innovation is key to the success of the Hub and you’ll ensure you’re using best practice and learning to develop it.
An excellent communicator, you’ll develop external specialist partnerships to support group sustainability. You’ll ensure through the National Peer Support Connector role that peer communities are connected and engaging with the new National Kinship Care Ambassador to share insight and best practice.
You’ll be comfortable with using digital technology and tools to build communities, relationships and develop resources.
Please note the closing date is the 8th July.
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