Head Of Service Jobs
Purpose of the job
We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our team as a Project Officer. This position plays a vital role in working on UK Youth’s Ambition property portfolio, as well as the broader operational running of UK Youth, helping to ensure we deliver our mission to help every young person in the UK have the opportunity to thrive.
Part of the Charity Services Team, this role supports the management of our internal systems, data and processes and Ambition project management portfolio.
The Project Officer (Operations) is responsible for:
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Supporting the administration and management of our Ambition property portfolio
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Collating and reporting on our operational data and information, including supporting the use of our CRM system, Microsoft Dynamics.
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Working with the Head of Operational Improvement and the Operations and Project Manager to regularly monitor and coordinate priorities.
Experience we're after
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Experience of supporting others to use data and information to inform their decision making
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Experience of working with datasets and running numerical analyses
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Experience of working in deadline-driven work environments
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Experience of dealing with sensitive information
Who we are
UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.
UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth Website.
Why work at UK Youth?
We are a value-based, passionate and committed organisation offering a friendly working environment with lots of opportunities for professional development and socialising (even for those working remotely!) from lunch and learn sessions, staff quizzes to virtual coffee meet ups.
UK Youth prides itself on being an Equal Opportunity employer and we would particularly welcome applications for this role from those who identify under one of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings and are committed to inclusivity, and to employing and supporting a diverse workforce. Our selection procedures ensure that people are treated on the basis of their relevant merits, experience, skills and abilities and that no individual receives more or less favourable treatment.
We welcome applications from groups currently under-represented in our organisation including BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities. We are also currently underrepresented by men, and so are seeking applications from different backgrounds, cultures, age, experience and identity to bring a wide range of experience, ideas, views and insights to UK Youth.
What we can offer you
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:
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Flexible/Agile Working
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27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
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Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity
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Other training available in support of your personal and professional development
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Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)
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Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary
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Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally
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20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.
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IT equipment provided for the duration of contract
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CycleScheme and TechScheme
How to apply
If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.
Closing date: Wednesday 4th September 2024 at 11:59pm (Midnight)
Interview date(s) proposed: w/c 16th September 2024
As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Sales Manager to support Clean Break’s commercial income generation, managing sales and marketing to maximise income potential. If you feel excited about increasing hires of our newly refurbished spaces and expanding the reach of our exceptional expertise, we want to hear from you!
You will bring experience of sales and marketing in the cultural, charitable or social enterprise sector and a proven track record of achieving sales with new and existing customers. Your will understand the close connection of our charitable cause to our need to generate revenue to continue our work.
You’ll have excellent skills in engaging customers, with experience of converting interest into sales and a talent for writing sales copy for different target markets. You’ll have a hands-on approach to sales with experience of working towards targets and will be skilled in monitoring finances for the development of concise reporting and sales projections.
You will be pivotal in securing new business for Clean Break’s training and hires offers, delivering marketing plans that work alongside our creative ambitions and developing lucrative relationships with a variety of organisations and businesses.
The deadline for submitting applications for this role is 12 midday on Monday 9th of September.
Please read the full recruitment pack before applying.
Because our work is about highlighting women’s experiences and providing gender-specific services to women, all of our positions are open to women only (exempt under Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, part 1).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid working between the Aldgate, London office and home
A great opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Management Accountant at Asthma + Lung UK on a permanent basis. This role sits within our Finance Business Partnering team, who are responsible for timely and accurate financial reporting to stakeholders.
Asthma + Lung UK is the only charity in the UK fighting for everyone with a lung condition, aiming for a world where everyone can breathe with healthy lungs. We fund cutting-edge research, provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime. We also campaign for clean air and for better NHS diagnosis and treatment.
You will report directly to the Head of Finance Business Partnering, and work across five Directorates, where you will be responsible for updating and issuing monthly management accounts, which include: posting journals, including identifying and correcting mis postings. Having close collaboration with the Finance Business Partners, you will assist them during month end reporting, reforecasting, annual budget setting and year end audit. The role also has regular interaction with colleagues across all levels of the organisation, including non-finance specialists.
To be successful in this role, you will have previously worked in a complex financial environment that adheres to strict deadlines. You will have an understanding of general ledger, CRM systems, P2P systems and coding structures. You will also be intuitive and have the ability to think outside the box with strong business acumen and attention to detail. This role is open to candidates who wish to study towards a professional accountancy qualification.
We offer a competitive salary and study support (ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA), as well as a range of benefits including: 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), membership of a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free annual season Travelcard loan and pension scheme. Join our team and play a crucial role in an organisation committed to being the driving force behind the transformation of lung health.
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Community Hub Coordinator
We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Community Hub Coordinator to continue the transformation of our service offerings and create a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive community hub. This role is pivotal in creating a welcoming environment that empowers marginalised groups, including asylum seekers, refugees, and those facing isolation or homelessness, helping them to thrive within the Newham community. We want to support individuals to move from whats wrong to whats strong, and you will be a key catalyst for this.
As the Community Hub Coordinator, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of key aspects of our community hub, ensuring it remains a safe space where individuals can connect, share experiences, and build relationships. You will lead a team of committed volunteers and sessional staff, manage various hub activities, and collaborate with internal teams and external partners to provide holistic support for our service users. As part of your remit you will also work alongside colleagues to develop our exciting new community meanwhile space by organising events, workshops and informal opportunities for connection.
Key Responsibilities:
- Community Building & Engagement: Develop and manage a welcoming hub that operates 5 days a week, offering tailored activities and programs that meet the needs and strengths of the community.
- Support & Empowerment: Work closely with volunteers to provide encouragement and support, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment among hub participants. To include developing a steering group to help amplify the voices of marginalised individuals and groups.
- Partnership Development: Maintain and strengthen partnerships with local organisations and agencies, ensuring integrated and holistic support for service users.
- Operational Leadership: Assist in the hub's daily operations, including coordinating volunteers and supporting the management of the community café.
- Promotion & Outreach: Promote the hub's activities and conduct outreach to engage vulnerable groups, ensuring inclusivity and cultural diversity.
- Monitoring, Evaluation, and Compliance: Use tools like Upshot to track participation and outcomes, ensuring compliance with funders as well as our own strategic objectives.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have experience in community engagement or project management and possess strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of developing and delivering community-based programs. You should be IT literate, with excellent communication skills and a commitment to inclusivity and empowerment.
We are looking for someone who is a capable leader, innovative, and enthusiastic about our mission. You should have the ability to manage and motivate volunteers and sessional workers, and be committed to making a positive impact on marginalised groups in Newham.
Why Join Us?
Impact: Your work will directly impact the lives of vulnerable individuals and communities in need.
Collaborative Culture: Be part of a passionate and dedicated team.
Flexible Working: Enjoy a blend of office-based and home workingProfessional Growth: Develop your skills and knowledge in a supportive environment.
Other employee benefits include:
- Annual Leave: 28 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
- Employee assistance program for confidential support
- Wellbeing day: An extra day off specifically to intentionally recharge
- Cycle-to-work scheme to promote healthy commuting
- Tech scheme to support equipment purchase
- Workplace Pension scheme
How to Apply
Please note there is no closing date for this role, but early applications are encouraged as we will invite interviews and begin the selection process on a rolling basis, with the aim to have the position filled as soon as appropriate candidates are identified. To apply please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter of no more than 2 pages long.
Please note that an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Newham Renewal Programme is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of background.
Store Manager (19362)
We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Store Manager to join Barnardo's on a full-time basis.
As a Store Manager you will manage the day to day running of our Crouch End Branch, leading a team of colleagues to maximise store sales and profits. By doing so you will play a crucial role in raising the funds for the amazing services and support Barnardo's provides for children, young people, parents, and carers across the UK.
Location: The successful post holder will be based at our Crouch End Branch, Crouch End, 2 Broadway Parade, England. N8 9DE
Working Pattern: 35 hours per week.
Please note the role will include moving high volumes of stock on a daily basis.
Some but not all key responsibilities are:
- Ensuring stock is generated over the door by members of the public and donors sign up to the Gift Aid scheme.
- Ensure that the high standard of service to customers that is expected by Barnardo's is maintained at all times.
- Implement promotions in the Store as directed by Head Office or your Area Business Manager.
- Maintain a high standard of presentation, both in the windows and the interior of the Store.
- Ensure there is adequate stock available on the shop floor, at all times, on all key lines.
- Provide training, development, work reviews and appraisals for paid staff to enable them to perform their jobs efficiently and effectively.
- Create an organised and pleasant working environment for staff and volunteers.
- Actively recruit the correct/specified number volunteers to deliver the stores objectives and KPI's.
- Ensure all financial, cash handling and security procedures are adhered to as per the Barnardo's Manager's Manual and the relevant Retail procedures.
- Hold the shop keys, ensuring that the shop is secure whenever it is left unattended.
Idea Candidates Must Haves:
- Demonstrate experience of working in a fashion industry.
- Experience of managing a team in a customer service environment.
- Flexible approach to working hours and days including working Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays as appropriate and when required. Also assisting in area team, including cover at other Stores, if necessary.
- Ability to liaise and respond to a variety of people from varying backgrounds.
- Ability to meet the needs of customers on a face-to-face basis, in order to generate sales and increase customer usage of the shop.
- Evidence of experience of working to budgets and targets.
- Evidence of recruiting, training and developing a team.
- Proven experience of meeting targets and KPI's.
- Experience of working with IT systems, admin and figures.
Contract: Permanent, part-time (0.6), based in the office in Forest Gate/with some hybrid working options
Salary: £39,000 FTE (depending upon experience)
Line Managing: Communities Manager, Counselling Coordinator, Admin and Finance Officer, Creche Coordinator
What They Do
This organisation is a small charity that provides holistic support to vulnerable women in Newham, particularly in the context of mental health, and by extension – their families. In practice, these are almost all migrant families headed by a lone mother. Around 80-90% of those they work with are homeless, have experienced trauma, and have No Recourse to Public Funds.
Most new clients are seeking help with destitution and navigating hostile/dysfunctional systems of statutory support. As well as advocacy casework, they provide free counselling, parenting and life skills support, a Baby Bank, and skills development to help women support their families. A new cleaning social enterprise aims to diversify income and provide decent, flexible work.
More than the sum of the services it offers, the organisation provides a community where women support each other and know they can get help.
About the Role
The Operations Manager will oversee the operational delivery of the charitable objectives, including line management of senior project delivery staff. This role will support staff to ensure the smooth daily operations of front-line services.
You’ll be working within a diverse team of dedicated women in a compassionate environment. They appreciate the value of flexible working and welcome discussion about this in relation to the role.
As the Operations Manager, you will:
Line manages senior staff within the charity, providing regular one-to-one supervision, supporting staff to meet their objectives, working on all HR-related policies and procedures, and supporting staff to develop their potential.
Ensure the charity fulfils all legal, statutory, and regulatory duties around HR and governance.
Act as Lead Safeguarding Officer for the charity, including ensuring up-to-date DBS processes, organising staff, volunteer and Trustee safeguarding training, updating the Safeguarding Policy, and maintaining accurate records of safeguarding incidents.
Communicate regularly with the Finance Manager to support sound budgeting, management accounting, and other financial processes.
Monitor and report on key indicators of the organisation’s impact on funders and other stakeholders.
This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 applies. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please use their online application portal to submit the following by Wednesday 11th September 5pm:
An up-to-date CV setting out any jobs, responsibilities, and achievements.
A covering letter (no more than 1000 words) demonstrating your suitability for the role in reference to the job description and person specification.
Please note that the covering letter is an important part of the application, and they will not accept CVs without one.
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We are delighted to be working in partnership with Veterans Outreach Support (VOS), an award-winning charity that offers welfare, wellbeing, mental health support and services to veterans of the UK Armed Forces and the Merchant Navy, and their partners, in Portsmouth, Hampshire, and the Isle of Wight. Over the past 5 years, VOS has experienced a growing demand for their essential mental health services and support, leading to a significant expansion of their peer-supported wellbeing activities and social groups.
As VOS continues to grow, they are now seeking an experienced Marketing & Communications Officer to help oversee their daily marketing and communications activities. This role will be crucial in supporting all the different activities of VOS and would suit someone looking for the next step in their marketing career.
In this role, you will be a focal point for the overall picture of VOS operations, closely collaborating and coordinating with other department heads and team leads to ensure smooth operations.
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:
- Excellent copywriting skills
- Digital marketing skills, including managing social media channels, and proactively creating/uploading SEO-focused content to the website
- Experience in the use of Mailchimp or similar and Adobe Creative Suite or similar
- Experience in the use of Google Analytics and report production
- Experience in video editing and graphic generation in support of blogs and social media
- Excellent research, planning and organisational skills
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a charity that makes a significant impact on the lives and families of those who have served our country. If you are creative, have a good grasp of priorities, and love to find ways to effectively communicate then we encourage you to apply.
For more information, please contact Nick Thomas, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
Location: Portsmouth, with scope for occasional homeworking
Closing date: Sunday 8th September 2024
Applications are being reviewed by Charisma on a rolling basis, please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
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Harris Hill are delighted to be working with a fantastic charity to recruit for a Community Fundraising Manager in order to generate community fundraising income in London & the East of England.
This full time, homebased position covering London & the East of England focusing on the charity’s key areas in Barnet and Luton.
As a Community Fundraising Manager you will:
- Lead on the implementation and delivery of the community fundraising strategy in order to generate net income and attract more people to support the charity within the region.
- Be actively building networks of organisations and individuals in the region to fundraise for the charity, writing local grant applications and supporting fundraisers locally as well as our shops and key services in the region.
To be successful, you must have experience:
- Extensive experience of recruiting, supporting and stewarding fundraisers or volunteers
- Extensive experience of building successful internal and external relationships
- Cultivating, managing, and stewarding partnerships
- Experience of managing multiple priorities simultaneously while still providing the highest level of customer care to all supporters
- Understanding of Community based fundraising trends
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to keep clear and accurate records, producing reports and analysis and presenting them in an effective way to stakeholders and Head of Team.
- Self-motivated and supportive to other team members.
- Understanding of financial reporting and regularly monitoring income
Salary: starting salary £36,563 per annum
Contract type:Full-time, permanent
Location- Home based with regular travel to the hub based in Barnet
Closing date: on rolling basis
Interview: ASAP
Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to
If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!
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Key info
Annual salary: £16,000 (£32,000 full-time equivalent)
18 hours a week, including 7.5 hours of teaching split over Mondays and Wednesdays (between 9.00am and 3.30pm)
14 days’ annual leave (28 days full-time equivalent), to be taken during school holidays, plus additional time off between Christmas and the New Year. Occasional term-time annual leave can be agreed with line manager.
7% employer pension contributions
Other benefits include flexible working, enhanced parental leave and sick pay, a cycle scheme, tech scheme, interest-free loans, study leave and volunteering leave. All frontline staff are offered clinical supervision and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
6 months, fixed-term contract with a possibility of extension
Start date: 23rd September (pending an Enhanced DBS Check)
Reports to Head of Learning and Language Skills
The successful candidate will need to be able to teach both online and face-to-face in Tooting.
Equalities statement
CARAS is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity. As an organisation who works with refugees, we especially encourage applications from people with lived experience of forced migration. Applications will be considered solely on merit. Where two or more candidates are judged to be of equal merit, priority may be given to a candidate who belongs to a less well represented group.
About the organisation
CARAS is a registered charity offering holistic support to refugees and people seeking asylum. The local refugee community is made up of new arrivals and longer-term residents, all experiencing varying levels of disadvantage as a result of forced migration, as well as systemic challenges built into London life. CARAS therefore has the following values:
Kindness. CARAS will nurture all who are part of our community, helping everyone to develop their skills, talents and interests.
Justice. CARAS will strive for social justice following a rights-based approach in all of our work and challenging instances when rights are not upheld in wider society.
Empowerment. CARAS works alongside people, recognising and respecting their skills and strengths and striving together for better outcomes.
‘With’ not ‘for’. CARAS will put the voices, opinions, experiences and needs of its community members at the heart of all that we do.
CARAS is a thriving organisation with a highly motivated, friendly and experienced staff team, bolstered by the generous support of equally skilled volunteers and trustees who come from many walks of life. The new Adult ESOL Teacher will input into work across the organisation, welcome volunteers and be welcomed and supported by us all.
About ESOL learning at CARAS
For many years now, ESOL learning has been essential to our holistic offer. Community members typically tell us that learning English is their top priority when they join us. The CARAS ESOL project won the President’s Award at the 2021 Festival of Learning in recognition of our work.
The CARAS ESOL project supports people in the early stages of ESOL learning. Our adult ESOL groups prepare learners for entry-level Speaking and Listening or Reading and Writing exams with the English Speaking Board. All classes have rolling admission throughout the year, which means the learner groups are evolving all the time.
ESOL classes at CARAS are guided by our values and principles, including participatory education, trauma-informed practice and translanguaging pedagogy. The three main aims of the ESOL project are to:
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increase learners’ communicative competence and confidence;
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help learners progress into college, training or employment;
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expand learners’ social networks.
Main activities
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teaching ESOL classes (face-to-face and online): 7 hours / 5 classes a week during term time (38 weeks a year), ESOL Literacies, Pre-Entry to Entry 2 level
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supporting ESOL learners to develop essential digital skills and literacies by embedding them in the lessons
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preparing groups to take exams accredited by the English Speaking Board
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collaborating closely with the adult team to develop and facilitate the CARAS employability project
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planning for and accompanying ESOL groups on educational trips once a term
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assessing learners during their engagement in the programme and planning for move on support with college applications, volunteering opportunities and signposting to other ESOL provisions
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completing admin tasks such as class records and learner enrolment
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developing participatory and creative lesson plans to inspire and meet the needs of the learner group
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meeting new community members to do an intake meeting with them once a month.
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recruiting and supervising a team of volunteer ESOL Teaching Assistants as and when required
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communicating with learners between classes to support their engagement and provide signposting or referrals to casework and external services
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participating in training, supervision and team meetings where required
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meeting with staff at CARAS and at partner organisations to ensure community members are receiving holistic support
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contributing to the monitoring and evaluation of Learning programmes
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working in accordance with CARAS policies and procedures, including those regarding safeguarding, health and safety, and equality and diversity
Person specification
We expect applicants to meet most of the criteria below, but not everything. We value experience from volunteering, unpaid work and lived experience as well as from employment history.
In the application form and at interview, we will assess if you:
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have a recognised ESOL teaching qualification, minimum Level 5 (e.g. CELTA or CertTESOL), preferably Level 7 (e.g. PGCE with ESOL specialism) or equivalent
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have a minimum one year full-time (or equivalent part-time) experience of teaching ESOL to adults or young adults
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have a track record of successfully teaching beginner-level ESOL learners and providing differentiated support
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have any knowledge or experience in providing literacy support to learners new to reading and writing English
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take a creative and participatory approach to learning
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have experience of teaching preparation classes for ESOL exams that include reading and writing components
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can support learners to develop their literacy & digital skills
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know a variety of ways to assess learners, including diagnostic and formative assessment
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can work with classes that have rolling admission throughout the year
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can communicate clearly and with people from diverse backgrounds
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use methods for delivering online classes over Zoom (or similar online platform) that follow the principles of learner-centred, communicative language teaching
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understand how to apply safeguarding, health and safety, and equality and diversity policies
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will uphold CARAS’ values in your work
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have good organisation and administrative skills
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have experience or knowledge of issues facing refugee and asylum-seeking groups
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have experience of working in the third sector or Further Education
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speak of one or more of our community languages to an intermediate level or above. Languages include Amharic, Arabic, Dari, Farsi, Kurdish, Pashto, Somali, Spanish and Tigrinya.
To apply, please submit your completed Application Form by the end of Wednesday, 11th September to CARAS' Head of Learning at the email address on the application form. Note that we do not accept CV and covering letters. You must include everything on the application form.
Interviews will take place on Monday, 16th September in Tooting, London. If you are not available then, please inform us when you submit your application.
Please note that we may extend the submission deadline and interview dates depending on the number of suitable candidates.
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Director of Fundraising & Communications
Based at The Vassall Centre Bristol c£60k + excellent benefits
Bristol Charities mission is to provide opportunities and support for people and communities to improve lives through grants, housing and charitable projects.
They are at a very exciting time in their development and have created a new role of Director of Fundraising & Communications to help them on their journey. This a new role that will play a crucial part in shaping the future of the charity as well as securing the resources to deliver sustainable growth in the work and impact of the charity.
Going forward their work will be delivered though a distinctive and coherent Community Hub model, which will be holistic, person-centred, integrated, joined-up, and promote a partnership approach. They also purchased The Vassall Centre in 2021, with long term plans to redevelop the site for community benefit.
In the short term they plan to relaunch the Vassall Centre as a standout, accessible, and affordable workspace venue for charitable organisations. Their community Hubs will include directly delivered Bristol Charities programmes/projects, services delivered by local partners, and services delivered by their strategic partners. They are also looking to increase the number of housing units they manage, either through development of their existing sites, through acquisition of new sites or through partnership working with other local housing providers, and any new Housing Schemes will incorporate the new Hub model.
Bristol Charities now need to recruit an experienced, passionate, and entrepreneurial fundraising professional; someone who is capable of not only overseeing a small but growing communications function, but who also recognises the importance of aligning fundraising and communications strategies and activity.
With this role, there will be the opportunity to build a fundraising function from scratch and lead on the fundraising and communications strategy for the charity, at a time of exciting change. The work would go across a range of sectors and will provide an opportunity to impact the city in lasting and tangible ways.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director of Fundraising will play a key role in the Senior Leadership Team by providing thoughtful and creative leadership and productive working relationships with other Directors, teams, and colleagues, helping to set the direction for the charity and tackling strategic challenges.
For this role, we are seeking:
· Extensive fundraising experience in a compatible context, specifically across key areas of income generation.
· Must be target driven to achieve income objectives set.
· Relevant professional qualifications or qualified through experience (either fundraising or communications).
· Leadership at a senior executive level with experience of managing relationships with key stakeholders, colleagues and Trustees to deliver fundraising and marketing objectives.
This is an exciting new role, and the person will be responsible for creating, developing and implementing fundraising plans to support delivery of all projects and programmes. This involves leading partnerships with funders including proactive approaches to drive further income growth, packaging our programmes and services to attract new funding relationships.
If you would like an informal discussion regarding the role on offer and receive the briefing pack, please contact Vanessa Moon or Sandy Hinks using the contact details found in the Recruitment Pack. Details on how to apply can also be found in the Recruitment Pack. Completed applications with CVs and EoI should quote reference MC2477.
Closing date midnight, Sunday 22nd September.
Bristol Charities have retained Moon Charity Practice to manage this campaign and are therefore unable to accept CVs from third party agencies. All CV’s and expression of interest received will be forwarded directly to Moon Charity Practice for consideration.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
“As well as aiding my physical recovery, Day One was indispensable in helping me psychologically. Through Day One I was able to hear from others who had gone through major trauma. Seeing the stories of survival online, and talking to others who had experienced similar injuries, helped me manage my expectations. With this support, I was able to get my head around what my body had been through, and above all, stay optimistic… I’ll never be able to thank Day One enough.” [Extracts taken from Vikki’s story]
Day One Trauma Support is the only charity supporting all major trauma patients, regardless of their type of injury. A catastrophic event can change everything. Every year, across England and Wales, there are 20,000 major trauma cases and 16,000 deaths following injury. 30% of major trauma patients acquire a physical disability, and there is a 40% increased chance of mental health difficulties following major traumatic injury.
We are looking for a Data Officer to improve the use of data at Day One Trauma Support. If you would like to be part of a team that manages data to aid strategic decision making and evaluate impact, this could be the role for you!
The Role
This role will help the charity with data management of Services to provide the best support and service for people affected by catastrophic injury. Main duties will include:
- Ensuring data is accurate, relevant and kept securely and confidentially.
- Developing expertise in the charity’s database, guiding and training others in consistent use.
- Providing insightful data analysis and regular reports to aid strategic decision-making.
- Compiling surveys to capture, analyse and review feedback followed by presenting findings.
- Utilising data collection tools to measure, evaluate and communicate the charities impact.
The Person
We are looking for someone with experience of managing databases and CRM systems. You should be able to interpret and analyse data to present findings clearly and make recommendations via reports and presentations. You will be working with confidential and sensitive data, therefore a knowledge and understanding of relevant policies, processes and compliance is compulsory.
If this sounds like you, and you are eager to join the team at Day One Trama this could be the hugely rewarding next step in your career!
Why Day One Trauma Support?
Not only is Day One Trauma Support hugely passionate about the individuals whose life it changes every year, the charity also puts significant emphasis on staff welfare and offers all employees the opportunity to be part of an inclusive organisation with an approachable senior leadership team.
This organisation has a range of benefits and promotes a culture that ensures all staff feel valued and respected, but also supported in their roles. The charity is inherently flexible and offers variable working patterns and reduced hours for those that may need.
How To Apply?
If this sounds like the type of role and charity that could suit the next phase of your career, then do get in touch. The role is home based, but will require some travel to services and to meet the team in locations across the North of England. To register your interest please apply here, or for more information contact Jen, Charlie or Leanne at Charity Horizons.
Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format, such as audio or video upload, please contact either Charlie or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.
Please also be aware that Charity Horizons use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.
Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.
We’re thrilled to be working with Herts Young Homelessness to recruit an Individual Giving Officer to join their small, dedicated team.
Herts Young Homelessness works with 16–24-year-olds who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness and those whose families are at risk of relationship breakdown. Their services empower young people to deal with the difficult situations in their lives, giving them the ability and confidence to 'do it themselves' and ultimately find stability.
The postholder will manage a portfolio of individual donors, providing excellent stewardship through meaningful engagement and thoughtful communications. You’ll work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Communications and the Events Officer to achieve a team target of £453,000.
To succeed in the role of Individual Giving Officer, you will need:
- An understanding of support acquisition and retention, supporter journey development and motivations for giving
- Experience of using a CRM database to support relationship management
- Understanding of developing fundraising or communication initiatives or campaigns
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
Contract: Permanent
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire
Deadline: ASAP
If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call Chloe on 02030 062787 or email your interest along with your CV to [email protected].
Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.
We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.
If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.
Can you inspire and be inspired? Can you deliver great customer service? Are you looking for a chance to shine? We have fantastic opportunities for progression and development and the Freedom to nurture ideas and flair within a Framework of support to develop you.
At Barnardo's we believe in children, the funds we raise in store support the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK and now's your chance to play your part in this vital work. As well as maximising sales and profit in store you'll also ensure the very highest standards of presentation and customer services – your aim will be to make your store the best in town, for customers to visit and for your colleagues to work in.
You're an experienced people manager; you are creative and resourceful and can use this to generate customer, donor and colleague loyalty. You'll need to be well organised with great communication skills to lead your team of colleagues in store to maximise sales and profit and meet your stores targets.
In return you will work for one of the UK's largest charity retailers with benefits, including full training and development package, promotion prospects, pension and benefits.
Generating the money we need to make children's lives better is a truly fulfilling role so if you'd like to use your talent to make a positive difference then we would love to hear from you!
The full Job description and Person profile is available below. Please read this before applying to ensure that the job matches your skills and experience.
* As part of Barnardo's ongoing commitment to safeguarding, our retail recruitment process requires that successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic criminal records check.
Interview Date: Where an interview date has been given in the advert, this will be the only date available. Please check this before proceeding with your application.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Can you inspire and be inspired? Can you deliver great customer service? Are you looking for a chance to shine? We have fantastic opportunities for progression and development and the Freedom to nurture ideas and flair within a Framework of support to develop you.
At Barnardo's we believe in children, the funds we raise in store support the most vulnerable children and young people in the UK and now's your chance to play your part in this vital work. As well as maximising sales and profit in store you'll also ensure the very highest standards of presentation and customer services – your aim will be to make your store the best in town, for customers to visit and for your colleagues to work in.
You're an experienced people manager; you are creative and resourceful and can use this to generate customer, donor and colleague loyalty. You'll need to be well organised with great communication skills to lead your team of colleagues in store to maximise sales and profit and meet your stores targets.
In return you will work for one of the UK's largest charity retailers with benefits, including full training and development package, promotion prospects, pension and benefits.
Generating the money we need to make children's lives better is a truly fulfilling role so if you'd like to use your talent to make a positive difference then we would love to hear from you!
The full Job description and Person profile is available below. Please read this before applying to ensure that the job matches your skills and experience.
* As part of Barnardo's ongoing commitment to safeguarding, our retail recruitment process requires that successful candidates are asked to consent to a Basic criminal records check.
Interview Date: Where an interview date has been given in the advert, this will be the only date available. Please check this before proceeding with your application.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week
Salary: £34,585 - £39,555 per annum
Vacancy Closing Date: 30th September 2024
Interviews will be held: Weeks commencing 7th and 14th October
About us
Thames Valley Air Ambulance is one of the UK’s leading air ambulance charities. We’re here for people in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and Oxfordshire when they need us most. Bringing hospital-level care by land and air.
We exist to give everybody in our community the best chance of surviving and recovering from an emergency. Our mission is to do everything in our power to protect, save and revive lives, with the best critical care at the scene and beyond.
We love what we do. Our charity is a place where people care for each other, provide support and encourage everyone to be their best and we pride ourselves on being one of the UK’s leading air ambulance charities. As an innovative charity, we are continually developing our organisation and pushing the boundaries of patient care to deliver a unique emergency service, where and when it is most needed. We are driven to do the right thing for our patients, their families, our supporters and community. All our staff live our values: passion, excellence, respect and care.
The role
This role is being recruited in order to provide maternity cover for the Finance & Payroll Manager. The role assists the Head of Finance in the delivery of a high-quality finance service to the charity, through oversight and delivery of key finance processes - including accounts payable, payroll, control account reconciliation and completion of VAT returns.
About you
We are looking for a motivated and organised individual, who has experience of key finance process, including payroll and accounts payable. The successful candidate would have good understanding of these processes, would communicate well with all levels of stakeholders and will be used to working as part of a team. You will be used to working to deadlines and have the ability to act on your own initiative, prioritising tasks effectively in order to meet the needs of the organisation.
This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly
If you have an interest in the charity sector and are passionate about making a difference to people’s lives in your local area, then we would love to hear from you.
You may have experience in the following roles: Payroll Manager, Finance Manager, Accounts Payable Manager, Financial Controller, Accounting Manager, Payroll Specialist, Finance Officer, Management Accountant, Financial Analyst, etc.
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