Finance Manager Jobs

We are looking for a new team member to provide full administrative and programme support to the Employment & Careers team. The role will involve supporting the team in the day to day running of the service including the preparation of contract documentation (such as registration forms, as well as specified supporting evidence: ID proofs, Proofs of Address etc.) for submission to funding partners, uploading data spreadsheets and CMS systems, and supporting the team with promotion, outreach and engagement of our services. This includes conducting follow-ups and answering queries (by phone, email and in person) from both current and prospective participants on the programmes being delivered by High Trees. They will also be responsible for the preparation of finance related performance evidence for monthly/quarterly submission.

The successful applicant will have experience of providing efficient administrative support, be very organised and able to work to deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. Must also be flexible and excited about being at the heart of a small but fast paced team which is committed to providing an excellent service to High Trees’ users.

Benefits of working at High Trees

• 35 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays and 3 Christmas days) rising by 1 day each year after 2 years’ service (capped at an additional 8 days)
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave after 2 years’ service
• Save money off a new bike with the Cycle to Work scheme
• Up to 7% contribution to the staff pension scheme
• 24/7 Employee Support Line
• Clear pay structure with yearly increments (based on performance)
• Annual Staff away day
• Premium eye-care vouchers through Specsavers and season ticket loans

About Us

The Pepper Pot Centre is a unique Day Centre situated in the heart of Ladbroke Grove which supports over 60s Caribbean, African and other BME communities of Kensington and Chelsea and neighbouring boroughs and is open to all. The Centre opened in 1981 and offers members a range of services in a warm and friendly environment.

We are a meeting place and day centre for older members of the community. Our wide range of activities both inside and outside our centre aim to be culturally sensitive and include the provision of nutritious meals, birthday parties for members, visits to theatres museums and the seaside and much more.

In 1976 & 2006 PPC was visited by the late Queen and by the Duchess of Cornwall in 2020.

We are now seeking a part-time Office Administrator to join our friendly team working 21 hours per week.

About the role

This is an exceptional opportunity for a proactive and community-focused individual with a strong understanding of the administrative needs of our organisation, particularly in supporting older people from Caribbean backgrounds and other BME communities. Join us and take an exciting step forward in your career as an Office Administrator.

We are looking for a dedicated and organised administrative staff member to join our team. The ideal person should be detail-oriented, professional, and have good written and verbal communication skills. Your main job will be to provide administrative support and to work closely with other team members to ensure that that the office operates smoothly and efficiency.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Administrative Support:

• Answer reception enquiries.
• Coordinate volunteers to ensure that the reception and phones are always adequately staffed and answered in a courteous and professional manner.
• Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence.
• Maintain records, databases, and filing systems.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and documents as needed.
• Assist in billing, invoicing, and financial record keeping.

Member’s Support:

• Assist members with paperwork, forms, and inquiries.
• Coordinate transportation arrangements for members as necessary.
• Maintain members’ records and update information as needed.

Facility Management:

• Monitor inventory and order office supplies as needed.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs for equipment and facilities.
• Ensure the cleanliness and organisation of the premises, working with the cleaner as necessary.

Finance:

• Manage petty cash, expenses, and income within budget guidelines and bank cash regularly.
• Arrange for invoices to be paid.
• Maintain a record of payments made and expenses incurred to be presented to the Pepper Pot Centre accountant.

Communication and Liaison:

• Collaborate with other staff members to ensure smooth office operations.
• Collect feedback from members and families to improve services.

Supporting the Centre Manager:

• Assist in compiling data and information for reports and presentations.
• Prepare drafts of reports and documents for the manager’s review.

Professional Development:

• Stay informed about best practices in administrative support and adult day centre operations.
• Attend relevant workshops, training sessions, or conferences to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Share insights and learning with the manager and team to continuously improve operations.

Other:

• Take on related tasks as required by the centre manager and/or trustees.
• Compile and distribute information for Board meetings.

About you

Essential:

• Good understanding of the essential needs of older individuals, particularly from Caribbean backgrounds and other BME communities.
• Proven track record in successfully managing administrative tasks and responsibilities.
• Skilled in both planned and reactive approaches to event planning.
• Proactive and capable of working independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational abilities with a methodical approach to handling multiple tasks simultaneously and meeting deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations and build rapport with members and team.
• Proficient in writing letters, and reports.
• Fully competent in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Power Point and other relevant software.
• Proven experience in an administrative role or similar position.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

•  A friendly and approachable demeanour.
• Strong customer service experience and ethos.

Desirable

• Experience working in a non-profit or community-focused organisation.
• Experience of working with a management committee.
• Knowledge of the Statutory and Voluntary sectors.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Strong research capabilities.
• Full clean driver’s license.

Application Process

Closing date for applications: 

The application deadline is Month 4th November 2024 with interviews in the week of 18/11.  However, we reserve the right to close the application early.  An early application is strongly recommended.

We are pleased to announce an exciting new Debt Advice Traineeship programme.

We are looking to train 5 individuals to become qualified Debt Advisors through a comprehensive training programme that includes classroom-based learning, practical experience, e-learning, and mentorship all ensuring trainees get a well-rounded experience.

Trainees will be offered a full time, fixed term employment contract until 31 March 2025 while they complete their training and qualification (Level 3 and 4 Community Money Advice, Debt Advice Training). At the end of the traineeship we hope to support graduates into longer term employment.

This programme provides trainees with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills, helping them understand the complexities of debt advice and the necessary regulations.

Applicants do not need any previous debt advice experience, we are looking for individuals who have good written and verbal communication skills as well as some IT and phone skills that will be developed throughout the programme. Crucially we are looking for individuals who have an interest in a longer term career in debt advice and who want to provide crucial support to individuals and families struggling with financial burdens.

Our values are Inclusive, Courageous and Empowering and we expect everyone who works with us to work in a way that aligns with these values and to do their utmost to deliver our strategic objectives according to their role.

We think this would be a great opportunity for those currently out of work or who are looking for a new/change of career.

Please note that these roles will be based full time at one of our Advice centres (Toynbee Hall 28 Commercial Street OR Debt Free Advice, 2 Town Square Barking Learning Centre).  If you have a preference on location, please indicate that in your application.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Income Generation and Engagement Team as an Assistant Community Fundraiser!

As an Assistant Community Fundraiser, you will be an integral part of supporting the Community Fundraising team to reach their annual income target. You will oversee the running of the Kinross fundraising office, including stock management and managing a small team of volunteers. You will help support the team by co-ordinating supporter and volunteer communications, and attend fundraising events when required.

About You

• Experience in an office or customer facing environment
• Ability to work independently within the role, under your own initiative and cooperatively as part of the Community fundraising team.
• Excellent administration skills with a sound working knowledge of CRM databases, Windows-based software, including Word, Excel and Outlook and Teams.
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills, with experience of managing multiple projects at any given time, prioritising and meeting agreed deadlines.
• Ability to vary communication style (both written and verbal) to reflect the needs of the audience.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Knowledge and demonstrable experience of adhering to data handling/GDPR laws and codes of conduct
• Current Driving Licence and access to a car

Further Information and How to Apply

At CHAS, staff and volunteers work together as one team, focused on the common goal of reaching every family in Scotland who needs our support. All CHAS staff will at some point work with or alongside volunteers and will be expected to support volunteers.

Our ambition is to reach every family in Scotland who is living with the heart-breaking prognosis that their child is dying, and offer them our care and support to empower them to make the most of the short time they have together because no-one should face the death of their child alone. As Assistant Community Fundraiser, you will be instrumental in achieving this vision.

This role will be based in the Kinross office, with some hybrid working along with travel to other CHAS sites as required for meetings and for picking up / dropping off materials with supporters.

Please note that a driving licence and access to a car will be essential for this role. In a community fundraising role, there will be a requirement to transport yourself and materials between sites, including cash. This is an essential task. 

Follow the link below to find more information including:

· Full job description

· Full list of benefits

· Contact details to arrange an informal chat with the hiring manager.

· Contact details for support with the recruitment process.

To apply you will be asked to answer a couple of questions and submit your CV or complete our full application form.  

Fundraiser

We are looking for a Fundraiser to transform lives through trusts and grants!

Join an outstanding adoption charity and award-winning trauma recovery service provider that is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of women, children and families from many different backgrounds. 

Position: Trust and Grants Fundraiser

Location: Reading / Hybrid, with at least one day per week in office 

Contract: Permanent, part time position - 18.5 hours per week, with flexibility to work outside of standard working pattern

Salary: Starting salary in the FTE range £28,722 – £35,103 per annum
(pro-rated salary £14,361 - £17,552 per annum)

Closing date:  9am Monday, 28th October 2024

Interview date: Wednesday, 6th November 2024

Early applications are encouraged as we may close this vacancy on an earlier basis if a successful candidate is found.

About the role:

As a Fundraiser you will play a significant role in generating income for the charity, some of your key responsibilities will include:

· building a robust pipeline of new and potential funders

· writing and submitting compelling funding proposals and applications

· account manage and build relationships with relevant funders

About you:

The successful Fundraiser will need to have a proven track record in securing high-value trust and foundation donations, be an excellent relationship builder with strong communication and research skills!

If this sounds like you then apply today and join a supportive team, in a rewarding role with competitive benefits, and the chance to be part of something truly meaningful.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Trust Fundraiser, Grant Fundraiser, Trusts and Grants Fundraiser, Foundations Fundraiser, Trust and Foundations Fundraiser, Charity Fundraiser, Corporate Fundraiser, Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Executive, Fundraising Officer, Fundraising Assistant, Major Donor Fundraiser, Community Fundraiser, Fundraising and Marketing Manager, Sales Executive, etc

PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Anyone joining the team is subject to Safer Recruitment pre-appointment enquiries. These include a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) standard check.  All opportunities are based in the UK.

This is an exciting role to support Peak District Mosaic in delivering their new project, Championing National Parks for Everyone, funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF).

Hours of work: 22.5 hours per week. Some weekend and evening work will be required.

Contract length: 20-month fixed term (until August 2026).

Location: Hybrid. Two days a week working from home, with one day per week in a shared office space in Bakewell. Occasional travel to the Peak District National Park, Yorkshire Dales National Park, and North York Moors National Park will be required.

Pay: £27,825 Full-time Equivalent

Annual leave allowance: 27 days plus bank holidays, pro-rata.

Other benefits: Pension contribution of 3%; learning and development budget.

Job purpose

Reporting to the Development Manager, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for delivering a series of events to support the project’s network of Community Champions. This group will receive training from the National Parks so that they have the skills and knowledge to run safe and enjoyable activities within the National Park for friends, family, and community members. The Project Coordinator will organise a series of training, networking, and celebration events to further upskill this group and to bring them together to celebrate their successes and share best practices.

The Project Coordinator will also provide administrative support for the project as a whole, working closely with other project staff to maintain effective records of activities and finances, and supporting the Development Manager to submit grant reports and payment requests to the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Key responsibilities

Deliver Peak District Mosaic’s support to Community Champions

• Set up a series of training opportunities for Community Champions to help develop their skills further, for instance, setting up Outdoor First Aid training with a training provider or supporting Community Champions to access Hill Skills or Mountain Leader training.
• Organise a series of networking events and a residential to bring the Community Champion network together, celebrate successes, provide peer support, and share best practices.
• Work with the Development Manager and the Community Champion network to develop ongoing support for Community Champions across the three National Parks, including developing our website to provide information and new opportunities.
• Develop content for our website and social media, including working with Community Champions who will be trained to create their own videos on how to visit the National Parks.
• Attend Community Champion training days in the National Parks occasionally to strengthen relationships between Community Champions and Peak District Mosaic.

Support project management of Championing National Parks for Everyone

• Support the Development Manager in organising project steering group and project delivery meetings, including arranging venues, sending agendas, and circulating minutes and actions.
• Monitor the project’s outputs, outcomes, and expenditure, liaising with other project staff at the Yorkshire Dales, North York Moors, and Peak District National Parks to ensure up-to-date information about activities, outputs, and outcomes is collected.
• Assist the Development Manager in reporting project finances, outputs, and outcomes to the National Lottery Heritage Fund, submitting quarterly reports, and meeting with NLHF as per their guidance.
• Support project communications by updating the Peak District Mosaic website, creating social media posts, and writing press releases.
• Update appropriate documentation, such as project plans and risk registers, as required.

Are you looking for a role where you can work flexibly and choose from of a variety of working hours that suit your needs? 

About the role:

Whether you are looking to work, days, evenings, nights or weekends only; we may have something perfect for you.  We are looking to increase our current pool of Locum Bank Workers, in order to meet the needs of our services and our future development plans. 

We can offer you experience in the following areas:

• Accommodation services for Adults and Young Persons
• Floating Support services
• Refugee Resettlement
• Ex-offenders
• Mental Health Services
• Women's Specialist Services

We have opportunities available, to work in our accommodation services across a variety of London boroughs.  Shifts are available across all London boroughs, or if you prefer a particular London borough, we can offer shifts that are more localised.

As a Locum Bank worker, you will provide effective day to day shift cover that supports the aims of our Projects and encourages the full participation of our clients. The shifts could be in our Accommodation services, Floating Support services, Refugee resettlement services or in our ex-offenders pathway. You will also take part in all aspects of the daily running of the Projects, including working with our clients in line with their agreed support plans.

You will also be comfortable working within a strengths and recovery framework (training provided) and ensuring that all aspects of your work, are delivered to the highest standards, and are fully compliant with organisational values and contractual requirements. 

In return we will provide you with an online and project specific Locum induction and core e-learning (Fire Safety, Safeguarding Adults & Children, Data Protection, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion) to equip you with the tools to successfully carry out your work practice.

Early shifts: 8am - 3:30pm/4pm and /or Late shifts: 3:30pm - 10:30pm and /or Night shifts 9.30pm/10:00pm- 7.30/8am- available.

Pay range: £13.15 - £14.49 per hour. All Locum shifts are paid at base £13.15 per hour rate unless a higher rate with additional case working responsibilities is agreed with project manager.

About you:

• An understanding of working with vulnerable people and the ability to assist them with a range of practical and social tasks.
• Ability to deliver a quality customer focused service and adapt your approach to the needs of clients and the service.
• Sound I.T and numerical skills 
• A flexible, resilient and thoughtful approach to your work - being able to respond positively to challenges, be reflective, self-motivating and creative.

About us:

Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.

We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.

This is an opportunity that you can develop in a way that fits for you: either use your skills to work flexible additional hours outside of other personal or work commitments or work more regular hours as a way into a permanent role. Either way, the minimum we expect is reliability in working when you agree to and to work in line with our values and strengths and recovery framework.

Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need. 

Single Homeless Project is actively committed to equal opportunities and the promotion of diversity and inclusion, in all of our services and workplaces.  We are also Disability Confident Committed and are IIP Silver accredited.

Important info:

Closing date: Sunday 27th October at Midnight

Interview date: Week commencing 11th November via Microsoft Teams

This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed for the successful applicant. 

Based within the Wiltshire Domestic Abuse Service, the IDVA team works within a multi-agency system to provide a proactive, person-centered independent service for victims of domestic abuse, empowering choice through informed decision making.

This is a temporary 6 month position, however this post is likely to be extended.

Key elements of the role include:

• Providing priority support to service users.
• Risk assessing and helping to keep service users safe through safety planning.
• Enabling victims to access statutory and other services.
• Engaging with and supporting the MARAC process, to ensure that the voice of victims is heard.
• Managing a caseload of high-risk victims and working proactively to support them and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality service to those at the highest risk.
• To provide practical and emotional support to service users, working jointly with them to carry out, implement and review needs assessments and support plans.
• 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.
• Identify and assess the risks and needs of service users using an evidence-based risk identification checklist.
• Work with high-risk service users to help them access services, to keep them and their children safe.
• Advocate for high-risk service users with agencies who can help to address the domestic abuse.
• Understanding the role of all relevant statutory and non-statutory services available to service users and how your role fits into them.
• Providing information to service users in relation to legal options, housing, health and finance.
• Working directly with all key agency partners to address the safety of high risk service users and ensuring that their safety plans are coordinated particularly through the MARAC.
• Manage a case load ensuring each person receives the appropriate support, tailored to their needs.
• Support the empowerment of the service user - assisting people to recognise the features and dynamics of domestic abuse present in their situation, and help them regain control of their lives.
• Support service users to maintain existing accommodation and to advocate on their behalf, in order to access accommodation and additional support.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with specialist agencies, both statutory and voluntary, to support those with multiple support needs.
• To recognise, respect and address the needs of service users who face barriers when seeking help to access the service, including those from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, disabled people, those with complex needs and other groups which services have found difficult to reach.
• Provide practical and emotional support in relation to criminal and civil remedies, housing, health, education, employment, welfare benefits, counselling, legal aid and children’s support.
• 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.
• Help maintain accurate and confidential case management records and contribute to monitoring information for the service.

General Responsibilities

• Remain up to date and concordant with organisational procedures, policies and professional code of conduct, upholding standards of best practice.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings.
• Contribute to effective team working with a flexible and pro-active approach, including cover for other team members’ holidays and sickness where required.
• Undertake agreed training and keep updated on changes in legislation, policy, and best practice.
• To support additional duties at your team managers discretion.

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.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Horticultural Therapist with a track record of coordinating inclusive gardening sessions for the local community.

You will be responsible for supporting people to work towards their goals in a garden setting and developing people's practical and social skills.

You will also have the opportunity to help maintain and develop a beautiful, versatile garden alongside a small and supportive team.
 

Salary: £25,650 - £28,500 (pro rata rate £15,383 -£17,100) Depending on skills and experience

Hours: 3 days per week including Wednesdays and Thursdays with some weekend and evening work required. Hours have potential to increase subject to funding.

Main purposes of the job:
To facilitate therapeutic placements for people with learning disabilities, mental ill health and long-term health conditions, and complex needs using social and therapeutic horticulture principles, currently held on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

To involve the diverse local community of Hackney and neighbouring boroughs in activities at St Mary’s Secret Garden through participation in accredited training programmes, therapeutic groups, and volunteering activities with an emphasis on individuals and communities who may otherwise be excluded.

To use horticulture and other knowledge relating to growing and caring for plants, nature conservation, garden maintenance and landscaping to engage with people, encourage learning and promote health and wellbeing.

To promote the social care aspects of horticulture to community groups, local statutory services and individuals in the London borough of Hackney and beyond.

To work flexibly within our small team to support each other, to assist with the physical maintenance and general organisation of St Mary’s Secret Garden ensuring that the garden is open and accessible to the wider local community.

To be proactive in the development of St Mary’s Secret Garden as a resource for the local community.

If you think this is the role for you please download our full application pack and follow the instructions closely to apply. 

Position: Senior Volunteering Learning and Development Officer
Hours: Part Time, 21 hours per week
Contract: Fixed-term project - up to 28 February 2025
Location: Office based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: £19,380.60 per annum (FTE £32,301 per annum) plus excellent benefits
Salary Band: Band 2*, Charity
*you will start at our entry point salary of £32,301 per annum - subject to increase if contract is extended.

About us

We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.

Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.

Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.

Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.

About this job

We’re looking for someone with a passion for supporting volunteers and developing accessible learning solutions.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Volunteering and Community Networks Team as we roll out our new Volunteer Management System to over 3000 volunteers and staff. This role is ideal if you’re experienced in supporting and leading volunteers, with excellent interpersonal skills and experience in supporting individuals remotely with learning and development needs.

You’ll be passionate about developing learning solutions, and you’ll take a collaborative approach with our volunteers and staff to identify support needs and develop solutions together.

You’ll have a successful track record of developing e-learning. And in this role you’ll work closely with colleagues across Volunteering and Community Networks to develop tools and activities which allow volunteers and staff to fully embrace and embed our new Volunteer Management System.

You’ll be joining us at an exciting stage of our development and this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and friendly team.

Please note this is a fixed term contract until the end of February 2025, with an immediate start date.

Closing date for applications: 9:00 on Wednesday 23 October 2024
Anticipated interview date: Week commencing 4 November 2024

Interested? 
PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Equal Opportunities 
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.

We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application. 

Disability Confident Employer 
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.

You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.

If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.

More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to): 

Encouraging work life balance

• 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
• More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
• Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us) 
• Flexible working options 

Caring for you and your family 

• Generous sick pay entitlement
• More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment 
• Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year 
• Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis 
• Enhanced leave for new parents 
• Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
• Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
• 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time 
• Cycle to work scheme 
• Death in service scheme
• New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
  • In the event of miscarriage or still birth 
  • To support fertility treatments
  • For antenatal appointments for both parents

Thinking about your finances 

• Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
• Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
• New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing

Enriching your life at work

• Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
• Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
• New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely 
• Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups) 
• Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community) 
• 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal

Safeguarding 
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.

This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.

We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.

We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.

Your right to work in the UK 
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.

You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.

No agencies please.

Equal Opportunities

upReach is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, disability, sexuality, social background or any other protected class. We advocate for workplace diversity and believe it creates dynamic and effective organisations. We are working hard to increase diversity in our team and would particularly welcome applications from ethnic minority candidates. All of our applications are marked blind to address unconscious bias in the recruitment process.

Key Information:

Location: Bristol, Newcastle, Nottingham, London and Manchester (hybrid working pattern).

We will be prioritising applications for the Nottingham, Bristol and Newcastle locations in line with our regional development strategy.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (flexible working around core hours of 10am-4pm)

Start Date: 13th January 2025

Duration: 18-month graduate programme with optional apprenticeship opportunity upon completion. Permanent contract from January 2025. 

Salary: £26,575 per annum (Bristol, Manchester, Nottingham and Newcastle), £29,150 (London).

Deadline: Wednesday 23rd October 2024 at 12pm (noon).

Early applications are encouraged as we will be assessing them, and inviting candidates for assessment centres on an ongoing basis.

Assessment Centres will be taking place in November. They will take place on Zoom and consist of 3 tasks across 2 hours: An interview, a written exercise and a group task (with up to 3 other candidates).

About upReach

Do you think that your socio-economic background should determine your career prospects?

upReach’s vision is of a society in which everybody has an equal opportunity to realise their full career potential. Our work is important because right now a student from a disadvantaged background who gains a first-class degree from a top university is less likely to secure an elite job than a more privileged student with a 2.2.

We are an award-winning charity employer working to address this issue in partnership with employers and universities. We help undergraduates from lower socio-economic backgrounds achieve their career potential by providing an intensive programme of support that addresses socio-economic barriers to graduate employment. 

To find out more about how we support our students, visit our website and read our Annual Report, and Impact Report. 

About the Role

upReach is recruiting for our unique Future  Charity  Leaders  Programme (FCLP). This is a great opportunity for anyone who is passionate about social mobility, and looking to gain exposure to  various aspects of charity management whilst working with university  students who are exploring their career options. We welcome applications from those in the corporate world who are looking for a career change as well as recent graduates wanting to kick-start their career in the third sector.

About the FCLP

upReach’s Future Charity Leaders Programme (FCLP) is a graduate programme combining delivery work (supporting our Associates) with exposure to a range of aspects of charity management. 

As a Programme Coordinator on the FCLP you will be delivering personalised employment-focused support to a cohort of approximately 80 Associates, helping transform their lives by equipping  them with the necessary skills to secure a top graduate job. During a typical week, you should expect to be working across a range of projects including 1:1 undergraduate coaching, group workshops, webinars (we refer to them as Video Forums), partnership management (both with university partners or employer partners) and more!

In addition to this, the programme offers the opportunity to develop skills in key areas of charity management by participating in 3 rounds of six-month rotations. After your initial 18 months and the completion of 3 six-month rotations, you will have the opportunity to undertake an apprenticeship to further develop your leadership skills.

Throughout the programme, you will receive dedicated internal training developing your leadership skills building your confidence in the role.

Through our partnership with The Circle Line, you will be part of a supportive peer group, offered regular personal development training workshops online and in-person on their '12 Tools for Life'. You will also be able to choose your own practitioner to support you with 1:1 sessions throughout the programme to help you unlock more of your unique potential.

What will I be doing?

The FCLP is a fast-paced but rewarding role. Programme Coordinators spend 80% of their time (4 days per week) working directly with associates to enhance their career knowledge and skills and 20% (1 day per week) on a charity management rotation (or an apprenticeship after 18-months). No two days are the same, but your responsibilities may include:

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with Associates, helping them to achieve their career goals 

• Developing and delivering professional development-focused support

• Individual and small group work with Associates 

• Assisting Associates with their applications to undergraduate positions and graduate jobs 

• Developing sector and/or employability skill knowledge while building resources to aid all Associates 

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with university and/or employer partners 

• Delivering informative workshops to enhance sector knowledge and employability skills

• Planning, delivering and reporting on events and workshops with partners

When applying for this role we ask that applicants are able to commit to the full 18-month training programme and we encourage participation in the apprenticeship scheme beyond this. As you will be working directly with our beneficiaries throughout their degree, this consistency will allow you to build bonds with your Associates and ensure continuity, thus allowing us to have the most impact for the young people we work with.

What Skills and Experience do I need?

This programme would be suited to individuals who are committed to upReach’s mission and are interested in learning about, and gaining experience in, charity management. We are looking for people who are passionate about social mobility and believe that background should not be a barrier to graduate employment. 

Essential Skills/Experiences:

• Working in a fast-paced environment and working independently to find solutions to problems

• Strong organisational and time management skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage a varied workload

• A University degree in any discipline, or equivalent experience

• Self-motivation and an ability to work in a small team as well as solo

• Excellent communication skills and strong written English

• The ability to engage and communicate confidently with undergraduates, corporate volunteers (mentors) and employers via phone, email, and in person

Desirable Skills/Experiences:

• Knowledge of the graduate labour market in the UK and experience supporting individuals through an application process 

• Strong negotiation skills and experience in roles requiring influence

• Public speaking or facilitating workshops 

• Working in one or more of the career sectors that upReach support Associates in applying to.

Team Culture & Benefits: 

By joining the upReach team, you will be joining a team who are dedicated to encouraging you in your career journey and fostering an inclusive culture. 

We offer: 

• Flexible and hybrid working

• Statutory Holiday Entitlement of 25 days, plus bank holidays. This increases to 27 days entitlement after 2.5 years and then to 30 days after 5 years of working with us

• Enhanced Parental Leave beyond statutory requirements for all team members

• Birthday leave

• Optional extended unpaid leave during summer months

• 3% Pension Contribution, this increases to 5% after 5 years of working with us 

• Cycle-to-work scheme

• Flu jab vouchers

• Monthly socials

• Dedication to Staff Wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aid Training and Ethnic Minority Mentoring Scheme

• A range of discounts through the Charity Workers Discount website

• The opportunity to participate in our fantastic staff networks: 

  • Disability and Inclusion Network

  • Ethnic Minorities Network 

  • Green Network 

  • LGBTQ+ Network

  • Mindfulness Network

  • Parents and Carers Network

  • Socio-economic background Network

Ready to apply?

We are dedicated to making our recruitment process inclusive. All applications will be blind screened, and our job packs are available in Braille, large text or another format upon request. We can provide reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment application process and on the job, and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible.

Applications close at 12pm, Midday, Wednesday 23rd October

General Statement of Duties:

To significantly increase the hospital’s voluntary income (primarily unrestricted) through the development and management of mid-value fundraising appeals, stewarding mid-level donors, regular donors, and fundraising committees with some event support.

The success of this role will be dependent on developing excellent relationships with our fundraising committees and regular donors. This role will work in conjunction with a small, dedicated team in London to provide fundraising, communications, and events support to two dedicated community fundraising groups.

Key Criteria for success:

· Develop excellent working relationships with Hospital’s fundraising committees, and in-aid of supporters.

· Provide finance, event, admin, and communications support to our committees.

· Represent SJEHG externally at community events, St John activities, and committee organised events.

· Work under the supervision of the Executive Head of UK Office on developing and implementing detailed planning and milestones for the key objectives of the fundraising plan relating to mid-value appeals.

Main responsibilities:

· Manage the key relationships with the Guild fundraising committee and the SOA fundraising committee including communication, administration, and event support. One day per week will be set aside by the post holder to conduct and manage Guild responsibilities and tasks.

· Manage the key relationship with the Knights Templar sub-groups, and the County Priory Groups across the UK.

· Represent SJEHG externally at community events and in aid of fundraising activities.

· Establish and manage excellent client care for all relevant donors. Ensure that timely, effective, appropriate acknowledgement and recognition of gifts are provided to the donors.

· To be responsible for ensuring electronic records are up-to-date and accurate.

· To devise, implement and manage an effective regular giving strategy, under the supervision of the Executive Head of UK Office, with the aim of growing regular giving income, and undertake monitoring and evaluation.

· To steward the mid-level donors (£500 to £4999), ensuring the highest possible levels of donor care.

· To work in partnership with colleagues to identify individual donors that could be cultivated and moved to the major gift team.

· Assist colleagues with the content for the Jerusalem Scene newsletter

· To work under the supervision of the Executive Head of UK Office to develop appropriate income targets and expenditure budgets relating to committees, individual donors, and appeals.

· Manage Shopify store online and Merchandise management. Fulfilling orders and using the opportunity to steward donors.

· Thanking and stewarding donors within the remit (under £10,000).

· Work with the Jerusalem team as appropriate.

General Responsibilities:

1. All staff are expected to report for work on time and fulfil their hours of duty, from time to time some flexibility may be required to meet the needs of the job and this may be outside regular hours of work.

2. Staff of the Hospital Group who do not have a uniform are expected to wear appropriate business dress. Jeans are not considered appropriate attire.

3. Smoking is only permitted in the designated smoking areas and only during official break periods.

4. All staff will abide by confidentiality rules and will not disclose any information on the workings of the Hospital Group, the staff or patients, except in certain circumstances where express permission is given as per the Confidentiality Policy.

5. Staff are expected to always comply with the requirements of Health and Safety regulations and to take responsibility for the health and safety and welfare of others in the working environment, ensuring that agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment.

6. The Hospital Group is committed to equality and all staff are expected to treat colleagues, and visitors with dignity and respect, regardless of their ethnic background, religion, race, gender, age or sexual orientation.

7. All staff are expected to familiarise themselves with the requirements of the Hospital Group policies and procedures for staff.

8. All appointments are subject to pre-employment health screening.

9. The job description gives a general outline of the duties of the position and is not intended to be an inflexible or finite list of tasks. It may be varied, from time to time, after consultation with the member of staff.

10. Any other duties as designated by your manager, and which are commensurate with the grade.

Person Specification:

Essential

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent influencing skills – able to use tact and diplomacy to develop effective working relationships both internally and externally.

· Proven experience in community and events fundraising.

· Demonstrable record of building trusted, long-term relationships with fundraising volunteers.

· Commitment to the highest standards of volunteer and supporter care.

· Demonstrate record of achieving income targets.

· Highly motivated with the ability to take the initiative on implementing and advancing committee plans.

· Excellent time management and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work, handle conflicting demands, and meet tight deadlines.

· Excellent attention to detail.

· High degree of computer literacy including the ability to use word-processing, spreadsheet, email.

· Familiar with donor databases with an understanding of data analysis, queries and reports.

· Commitment to team working and sharing the department responsibilities.

· Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekend and evening work at events.

· Commitment to the mission and values of St John of Jerusalem Eye Hospital.

Desirable

· Proven experience of raising funds in the healthcare/medical research arena.

· Experience of raising funds for overseas work.

· Familiar with Raisers Edge database.

· Institute of Direct Marketing diploma or equivalent fundraising qualification.

· Events management experience.

Centre Administrator 

£28,000 p/a + cost-of-living increase (pending), full-time 35 hours per week, plus excellent benefits and opportunities for progression 

Did you know that there may be over 20,000 Sutton residents who care, unpaid, for a family member or friend who is sick or disabled due to a physical, mental health or substance misuse issue? Sutton Carers Centre works in partnership to help improve and maintain the quality of life for these Young and Adult Carers living, working, studying or caring in the London Borough of Sutton. 

We are looking to recruit to a key and rewarding role in our charity. The members of our team are highly skilled, passionate and committed, so we are looking for an experienced administrator who can support them. The successful candidate will be skilled in office administrative functions, to ensure the delivery of an efficient, friendly and smooth-running Centre as well as office co-ordination and support services. The post-holder will have experience of developing, maintaining and improving systems in an office environment. The post-holder will also oversee reception functions, including the support of the administration and reception volunteers. 

You also will have excellent IT, literacy and numeracy skills and be able to express yourself well in person and in writing. The successful candidate will be positive, empathic, creative and boundaried in their ability to work alongside Carers as well as our colleagues and partners, in helping Carers maintain their own health and wellbeing alongside their caring roles.

Sutton Carers Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS and other appropriate checks.

We value the diversity of our teams and are looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. We particularly encourage people who are black, from other minoritised ethnic or refugee groups, or from LGBTQ+ communities to apply. Men are currently under-represented in our team as well. We also seek applicants with personal caring experience as well as welcoming applications from people with lived experience of mental health issues.   

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