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FearFree delivers services across the Southwest for victims, children and perpetrators of domestic abuse and victims of sexual violence. We provide responsive, victim focused, and trauma informed support and this post will be fundamental to ensuring service users, stakeholders and partners experience this in our daily delivery.

This role is part of the commissioned Gloucestershire Positive Relationships (PRG) Service. The role can involve the delivery of evening group work once a week in Gloucestershire (4 hours per week) and the provision of 1-2-1 support for people not suitable or not yet suitable for the accredited programme. 1-2-1 support will be culturally flexible, appropriate, accessible and equitable to people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, abilities and sexual orientations.

This role will also include responsibilities of service promotion, awareness raising, triage, assessments and outreach 1-2-1 support across the county within the different districts.

The post holder will play a key part in developing and delivering an effective model of 1-2-1 interventions to assist people to change their behaviour, in addition to the delivery of a Respect accredited, structured abuse prevention programme delivered with a co-worker.

There may be additional opportunities for sessional programme delivery of other programmes.

The role will also include working with other agencies to ensure that a coordinated community response approach is taken to support the persons recovery and personal goals and attendance at multi agency meetings as required.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by domestic abuse.

Client Based Duties

• Identify and assess the risks and needs of individuals who are abusive in a relationship or other domestic setting, using an evidence-based risk identification checklist e.g. Respect RIC.
• Advocate for individuals who need to address their abusive behaviour.
• Take part in casework meetings with other workers and share information with the Partner Safety Worker/affected Others Worker for men on the structured programme.
• Co-facilitate an accredited group programme one evening a week.
• Where possible, cover holiday/sickness absence of other group facilitators.
• To implement actions agreed in casework discussions.
• Understand the role of all relevant statutory and non-statutory services available to those who are abusive and how your role fits into them.
• Liaise closely with and refer on to other organisations that support victims for the partners of those receiving 1-2-1 support.
• Support the client to recognise their abusive behaviour and the effect that it has on others/their families and assist them in recognising the features and dynamics of domestic abuse present in their situation, and help them change unhealthy patterns of behaviour.
• Understand multi-agency partnership structures and work within a multi-agency setting which may include participation at the MARAC/MAPPA.  You will contribute interventions and help design a plan to protect victims and affected others, whilst maintaining an independent role on behalf of your client, keeping the safety of those affected at the forefront of all actions.
• Ensure support provided is accessible to clients in terms of location and times.
• Be proactive with your line manager in carrying out regular case reviews based on a review of risk and abuse which:
  • Feeds back into action planning to further progress, signpost or close cases and;
  • Provides feedback to your clients/agencies.
• Maintain accurate and confidential case management records and safety plans and contribute to monitoring information for the service.
• Respect and value the diversity of the community in which the services works in, and recognise the needs and concerns of a diverse range of people ensuring the service is accessible.  
• Remain up-to-date and compliant with all organisational procedures policies and professional codes of conduct and uphold standards of best practice.
• Utilise evaluation and monitoring systems to ensure high standards of service are consistently achieved e.g. Orchard Database.

Other

• In partnership with other 1-2-1 BC Advisors, support the development of the 1-2-1 service offering ensuring consistency across the organisation.
• Deliver a flexible model of 1-2-1 work, evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and design new interventions as appropriate.
• Co-deliver awareness raising open days for professionals.
• Contribute to reports for FearFree management as requested.
• Comply with data protection legislation, confidentiality and information sharing policy and procedures and all legislation connected to your work.
• Support colleagues and partner agencies, through awareness raising and institutional advocacy, in order to provide the best possible service for those who are abusive within a family setting.

General

• Work at all times in accordance with the requirements of FearFree Policies and Procedures.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings.
• Update written and computerised records with accurate and clear information.
• Attend and participate in FearFree away days.
• Contribute to effective team working with a flexible and pro-active approach, including cover for other team members’ holidays and sickness.
• Undertake agreed training and keep updated on changes in legislation, policy and best practice.
• Engage in supervision, annual appraisal and induction training.
• Employees have responsibilities in respect of health and safety.  In particular they will:
  • Co-operate at all times with management in the implementation of and adherence to health and safety policy and procedures;
  • Take reasonable care for their own safety and for the safety of others who may foreseeably be affected by their actions at work;
  • Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided for the purpose of health and safety at work;
  • Report all health and safety concerns to line managers;
  • Assist with the completion of the health and safety risk assessment programme.

For a full job description/person specification and to apply, please follow the link provided on this website. The closing date for this role is Friday, 10th January 2025, with interviews currently planned to take place on Friday, 24th January. However, we reserve the right to close this earlier if sufficient applications are received before then - early applications are therefore 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. 

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

1 To hold a caseload of families who need early intervention support, providing those families with more intensive support including regular telephone calls, home visits, signposting and attending meetings and appointments with them

2 Provide information, advice and support to parents/carers of disabled children individually and in group sessions

3 Signpost parents/carers to appropriate services for their whole family provided by the statutory sector, voluntary sector and Umbrella

4 Supporting parents/carers to access and engage with services as appropriate

5 To work closely with other members of the family support team, ensuring a smooth handover of families as they finish the intensive support phase of their journey with Umbrella

6 Develop and maintain strong and effective working relationships with staff working with disabled children and their families employed by other local agencies

7 Develop a high level of knowledge of local services

8 Facilitate support groups across the area for our early intervention service, taking account of geographical and community issues

9 Supporting and directing volunteers to provide peer support and help with group activities

10 Collating and reporting on relevant statistical and other performance information

11 Working with parents/carers to continually improve the service. 

General Responsibilities

1 Manage and organise your own time and activities to ensure tasks are prioritised, and agreed deadlines are met

2 Assist with the marketing and promotion of the service

3 Work closely with Parent /Carer Forums and Information, Advice Support Services.

4 Take an active part in continuing to develop own knowledge and skills relevant to the job, attending training as required

5 Keep clear and comprehensive case notes

6 Maintain confidentiality

7 Support parents/carers and young people to express their views

8 Work with parents to identify and develop new ways of providing effective support to parents, including the use of ICT and social media

9 To contribute to Umbrella service reports and bulletins.

Other Requirements

In accordance with relevant legislation, to take all reasonable care of your health, safety, and welfare and that of other people and premises affected by your work

In discharging the duties and responsibilities set out in the job description to ensure compliance with Equal Opportunities policies and principles.

In order to achieve the objectives of Umbrella, the post holder will need to work flexibly, including out of hours

Senior Legacy & In Memory Direct Marketing Officer

Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. Our multiple award-winning Income Generation department raises around 60% of the Charity’s total income, allowing us to continue to grow to make sure we can be here for every cat and dog, now and in the future.

We are looking for someone to join our team as a Senior Legacy & In Memory Direct Marketing Officer on a fixed term basis, to deliver Battersea’s Legacy and In Memory marketing and fundraising programme by independently managing multi-channel direct and wider marketing campaigns to recruit and attract new Legacy and In Memory donors.

The ideal candidate would have experience planning, implementing and evaluating direct marketing campaigns across a range of media channels, the ability to analyse results of campaigns and a passion for helping dogs and cats.

Please note that this is a 6-month fixed term contract.

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.

By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 5th December 2024
Interview date(s): 11th / 12th December 2024 (1st round); 18th / 19th December 2024 (2nd round) 

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

We are recruiting 2 roles, 1 will be based at the Royal London Hospital and 1 will be based at the Homerton Hospital.

As a Carers Hospital Support Co-Ordinator, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and supporting carers who’s relative, friend or neighbour is in hospital or receiving treatment at either the Royal London Hospital or the Homerton Hospital. You will be responsible for coordinating vital services, offering guidance, and creating a supportive environment to help carers cope with the challenges they may face whilst their cared-for is in hospital. 

Responsibilities: 

• Identification and Support: Proactively identify carers of patients admitted to, either the Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel or the Homerton Hospital in Hackney, and provide them with tailored support, ensuring their well-being is prioritised. 

• Information and Guidance: Offer information about available hospital resources, support services, and community networks to assist carers effectively. 

• Communication Liaison: Facilitate communication between clinical staff and carers, ensuring they are kept informed about the patient's condition, treatment plan, and discharge process. 

• Emotional Support: Provide compassionate emotional support to carers, listening to their concerns and offering a caring presence during difficult times. 

• Training and Education: Organise workshops and peer support groups to equip carers with essential skills for their caregiving role. 

• Advocacy: Advocate for carers' needs and rights within the hospital setting, ensuring their voices are heard and respected. 

About Us:

Conwy Mind is a dedicated mental health charity committed to providing life-changing support to individuals facing mental health challenges. We are passionate about raising awareness, breaking down stigma, and making mental health care accessible to all in our community.

To support and expand our work, we’re establishing an exciting new Income Generation Team dedicated to increasing our income, developing innovative fundraising ideas, and engaging our community in meaningful ways.

About the Roles:
As we build on the fundraising success, we've achieved over the past two years with events such as Mental Elf and Seal splash, we're excited to establish a new Income Generation Team to take our efforts to the next level. We are seeking an inspiring Income Generation Lead and two enthusiastic Fundraisers who bring fresh ideas, energy, and a passion for our cause. This team will be pivotal in driving our fundraising initiatives forward, generating new income streams, and creating engaging events and campaigns to expand our reach and impact. Working across Conwy, Gwynedd and Ynys Mon we have big plans. The work will also involve supporting and developing joint opportunities with our neighbouring local minds in North Wales.

Income Generation Lead

Salary Grade/ Rate: £32,000 Actual Hours: Full Time – 35 Hrs per week

Annual Leave: 35 days pro rata (including bank holidays) Responsible to: CEO

Aim of the post:

Join our dynamic team to spearhead income generation initiatives that will diversify and boost our funding streams. Your efforts will directly support our mission to provide enhanced services for individuals experiencing mental health challenges. This is a new post in the charity created in response to emerging demands and the implementation of Conwy Mind’s strategy.

We are seeking to appoint an experienced individual to lead the development of Conwy Mind’s Fundraising and Engagement Strategy, promote our corporate training courses, collaborate with stakeholders, with an aim to deliver significant income growth.

Leading a team to maximise income which includes a Fundraising Officer, Social Media Officer and Trainer who delivers Mental Health First Aid Courses to organisations across North Wales.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborative Research: Partner the CEO and key team members to explore and secure new funding opportunities.
• Team Leadership: Oversee the Income Generation Team, which includes marketing our services, arranging delivery of external training to organisations and, fundraising.
• Strategic Bid Writing: Lead the creation and submission of innovate fundraising proposals, ensuring alignment with donor and organisational requirements.
• Strategic Development: Propose an Income Generation Strategy which aligns with our overarching organisational goals.
• Plan Implementation: Drive the execution of the Income Generation Plan, including marketing, publicity, fundraising and corporate and training initiatives.
• Relationship Building: Forge strong connections with local organisations to promote our corporate training programmes.

Income Generation

• Expert Guidance: Provide specialized knowledge on income generation and growth to senior management.
• Diverse Income Streams: Develop sustainable income sources through contracts, grants, and innovative opportunities such as workplace wellbeing packages, staff training in managing mental health, community, and corporate fundraising.
• Business Growth Strategy: Lead the team in creating robust business growth strategy for income generation in Conwy Mind and subsidiaries.
• High Profile Promotion: Promote our services to high profile organisations and identify innovative income generation opportunities.

Organisational

•  Active participation: Attend and contribute to meetings, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Compliance: Adhere to Health and Safety guidelines, company policies, and GDPR regulations.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the development and maintenance of financial policies, ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Promotion and Fundraising: Actively promote the charity’s work and participate in fundraising activities.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with internal quality standards.
• Service User Focus: Prioritise the needs of our service users in all activities.
• Mission and Values: Uphold and promote the mission and values of the charity.

Key contacts and relationships

Internal: CEO, Senior Leadership Team, Income Generation Team

External: Funding organisations, high level donors and corporates

Join us in this exciting role where your contributions will make a significant impact on our ability to support those in need. Be a part of an enthusiastic team dedicated to making a difference!

Person Specification

The specific skills, knowledge and abilities required of an individual to be able to effectively perform the role.

Essential:

• Experience of diversifying Income streams for a sustainable future
• Experience of attaining unrestricted income streams  
• Experience of working directly with funders
• Experience of marketing on social media
• Report writing for funders and the CEO
• Experience to managing a team
• Experienced IT user with excellent knowledge of office 365  
• Experience of working at a senior level
• Ability to think creatively and make sound decisions  
• Ability to contribute and collaborate as part of a team  
• Highly initiative-taking and motivated
• Demonstrable experience of exceeding targets and income budgets  
• Organisational and time management skills
• Influencing and negotiating skills
• Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
•  

Desirable:

•  Liaising directly with the CEO
•  Educated to a minimum standard of ‘A’ Levels or equivalent
•  Welsh Language

Scope of job description

This job description reflects the immediate requirements and responsibilities of the post. It is not an exhaustive list of the duties but gives a general indication of work undertaken which may vary in detail in the light of changing demands and priorities. Substantial changes will be carried out in consultation with the post holder.

Our Application Process

We embrace diversity and understand that being an inclusive organisation, recognising different perspectives, will enable us to provide excellent services. We are committed to ensuring all our employees are treated fairly and equitably at work and promoting equality in physical and mental health for all.

Book a phone conversation with us before you apply, and we will talk you through the role, how your skills and experience might fit our job description and person specification and talk you through how to complete the application form.

Once you have submitted your application form, we will compare your application to what we are looking for with our person specification, and if they’re a good fit we’ll contact you for an interview.

Closing date for Applications:

5pm, 13th December 2024

Interview Dates:

15th & 16th January 2025 – Interviews will be carried out face-to-face at Unit 5325, North Wales Business Park, Abergele, Conwy, LL22 8LJ

AMDANOM NI:

Mae Mind Conwy yn elusen benodedig ar gyfer iechyd meddwl. Mae wedi ymroi i ddarparu cymorth trawsnewidiol i unigolion sy’n wynebu heriau iechyd meddwl. Rydym ni’n angerddol dros godi ymwybyddiaeth, cael gwared â stigma, a sicrhau bod gofal iechyd meddwl yn hygyrch i bawb yn ein cymuned. 

Arweinydd Cynhyrchu Incwm

Gradd/Cyfradd Cyflog: £32,000 Gwirioneddol Oriau: Amser llawn - 35 awr yr wythnos

Gwyliau Blynyddol: 35 diwrnod pro rata (gan gynnwys gwyliau banc) Yn gyfrifol i: Prif Weithredwr

Nod y swydd:

Ymunwch â'n tîm deinamig i arwain mentrau cynhyrchu incwm a fydd yn arallgyfeirio ac yn hybu ein ffrydiau ariannu. Bydd eich ymdrechion yn cefnogi ein cenhadaeth yn uniongyrchol i ddarparu gwasanaethau gwell i unigolion sy'n profi heriau iechyd meddwl. Mae hon yn swydd newydd yn yr elusen a grëwyd mewn ymateb i ofynion sy'n dod i'r amlwg a gweithrediad strategaeth Mind Conwy.

Rydym am benodi unigolyn profiadol i arwain datblygiad Strategaeth Codi Arian ac Ymgysylltu Mind Conwy, hyrwyddo ein cyrsiau hyfforddi corfforaethol a chydweithio â rhanddeiliaid, gyda'r nod o sicrhau twf incwm sylweddol.

Arwain tîm i fwayafu incwm sy'n cynnwys Swyddog Codi Arian, Swyddog Cyfryngau Cymdeithasol a Hyfforddwr sy'n darparu Cyrsiau Cymorth Cyntaf Iechyd Meddwl i sefydliadau ar draws Gogledd Cymru.

Prif Gyfrifoldebau:

• Ymchwil ar y Cyd: Bod yn bartner i’r Prif Weithredwr ac aelodau allweddol o’r tîm i archwilio a sicrhau cyfleoedd ariannu newydd.
• Arweinyddiaeth Tîm: Goruchwylio’r Tîm Cynhyrchu Incwm, sy’n cynnwys marchnata ein gwasanaethau, trefnu hyfforddiant allanol i sefydliadau a chodi arian.
• Ysgrifennu Cynigion Strategol: Arwain y gwaith o greu a chyflwyno cynigion codi arian arloesol, gan sicrhau aliniad â gofynion y rhoddwr a’r sefydliad.
• Datblygiad Strategol: Cynnig Strategaeth Cynhyrchu Incwm sy'n cyd-fynd â'n nodau sefydliadol trosfwaol.
• Gweithredu'r Cynllun: Ysgogi gweithrediad y Cynllun Cynhyrchu Incwm, gan gynnwys marchnata, cyhoeddusrwydd, codi arian a mentrau corfforaethol a hyfforddi.
• Meithrin Perthynas: Creu cysylltiadau cryf gyda sefydliadau lleol i hyrwyddo ein rhaglenni hyfforddi corfforaethol.

Cynhyrchu Incwm

• Arweiniad Arbenigol: Darparu gwybodaeth arbenigol ar gynhyrchu incwm a thwf i uwch reolwyr.
• Amrywio Ffrydiau Incwm: Datblygu ffynonellau incwm cynaliadwy trwy gontractau, grantiau, a chyfleoedd arloesol fel pecynnau llesiant yn y gweithle, hyfforddiant staff mewn rheoli iechyd meddwl, codi arian yn y gymuned a chodi arian corfforaethol.
• Strategaeth Twf Busnes: Arwain y tîm wrth greu strategaeth twf busnes cadarn ar gyfer cynhyrchu incwm yn Mind Conwy a'i is-gwmnïau.
• Hyrwyddo Proffil Uchel: Hyrwyddo ein gwasanaethau i sefydliadau proffil uchel a nodi cyfleoedd cynhyrchu incwm arloesol.

Sefydliadol

• Cyfranogiad gweithredol: Mynychu a chyfrannu at gyfarfodydd, gan sicrhau aliniad â nodau sefydliadol.
• Cydymffurfiaeth: Cadw at ganllawiau Iechyd a Diogelwch, polisïau'r cwmni, a rheoliadau GDPR.
• Datblygu Polisi: Cyfrannu at ddatblygu a chynnal polisïau ariannol, gan sicrhau cydymffurfiaeth â deddfwriaeth.
• Hyrwyddo a Chodi Arian: Mynd ati i hyrwyddo gwaith yr elusen a chymryd rhan mewn gweithgareddau codi arian.
• Sicrhau Ansawdd: Sicrhau cydymffurfiaeth â safonau ansawdd mewnol.
• Canolbwyntio ar Ddefnyddwyr Gwasanaeth: Blaenoriaethu anghenion ein defnyddwyr gwasanaeth ym mhob gweithgaredd.
• Cenhadaeth a Gwerthoedd: Cynnal a hyrwyddo cenhadaeth a gwerthoedd yr elusen.

Cysylltiadau a pherthnasoedd allweddol

Mewnol: Prif Weithredwr, Uwch Dîm Arwain, Tîm Cynhyrchu Incwm

Allanol: Sefydliadau ariannu, rhoddwyr lefel uchel a chorfforaethau

Ymunwch â ni yn y rôl gyffrous hon lle bydd eich cyfraniadau yn cael effaith sylweddol ar ein gallu i gefnogi'r rhai mewn angen. Byddwch yn rhan o dîm brwdfrydig sy'n ymroddedig i wneud gwahaniaeth!

Cwmpas y swydd-ddisgrifiad

Mae'r swydd-ddisgrifiad hwn yn adlewyrchu gofynion a chyfrifoldebau uniongyrchol y swydd. Nid yw'n rhestr hollgynhwysfawr o'r dyletswyddau ond mae'n rhoi syniad cyffredinol o'r gwaith a wneir a all amrywio o ran manylder yng ngoleuni gofynion a blaenoriaethau newidiol. Caiff unrhyw newidiadau mawr eu gwneud yn dilyn ymgynghori â deiliad y swydd.

Manyleb y Person

Y sgiliau, y wybodaeth a'r galluoedd penodol sydd eu hangen ar unigolyn i allu cyflawni'r rôl yn effeithiol.

Hanfodol:

• Profiad  arallgyfeirio ffrydiau incwm ar gyfer dyfodol cynaliadwy  
• Profiad sicrhau ffrydiau incwm anghyfyngedig
• Profiad weithio'n uniongyrchol ag arianwyr  
• Profiad farchnata ar gyfryngau cymdeithasol
• Ysgrifennu adroddiadau ar gyfer arianwyr a'r Prif Weithredwr  
• Profiad reoli tîm
• Defnyddiwr TG profiadol gyda gwybodaeth ardderchog Office 365  
• Profiad weithio ar lefel uwch
• Y gallu i feddwl yn greadigol a gwneud penderfyniadau cadarn  
• Y gallu i gyfrannu a chydweithio fel rhan dîm
• Yn barod iawn i fentro ac yn llawn cymhelliant
• Profiad amlwg ragori ar dargedau a chyllidebau incwm  
• Sgiliau trefnu a rheoli amser
• Sgiliau dylanwadu a thrafod
• Sylw rhagorol i fanylion gyda lefel uchel gywirdeb

Dymunol:

• Cydgysylltu'n uniongyrchol â'r Prif Weithredwr
• Wedi'ch addysgu o leiaf i Safon Uwch neu gyfwerth  
• Yr Iaith Gymraeg

Y Broses Gwneud Cais

Rydyn ni eisiau gwneud ein rolau mor hygyrch ag y gallwn i’r ystod ehangaf bosibl o ymgeiswyr, felly mae’r sgyrsiau hyn yn rhoi cyfle i chi ofyn cwestiynau, i weld a yw eich sgiliau a’ch profiad yn addas, ac i gael gwybod mwy am y broses gwneud cais.

Trefnwch sgwrs dros y ffôn gyda ni cyn i chi wneud cais, a byddwn yn trafod y swydd gyda chi, a sut mae eich sgiliau a’ch profiad yn cyd-fynd â’r disgrifiad swydd a manyleb y person, a gallwn drafod sut mae llenwi’r ffurflen gais.

Ar ôl i chi gyflwyno eich ffurflen gais, byddwn yn cymharu eich cais â’r hyn rydyn ni’n chwilio amdano gan ddefnyddio’r manyleb person. Os byddwch yn addas, byddwn yn cysylltu â chi am gyfweliad.

Y dyddiad cau ar gyfer cyflwyno ceisiadau yw:

5pm, 13 Rhagfyr 2024

Dyddiad y Cyfweliadau:

15 a 16 Ionawr 2025 – Cynhelir y cyfweliadau wyneb yn wyneb yn Uned 5325, Parc Busnes Gogledd Cymru, Abergele, Conwy, LL22 8LJ

At Ambitious about Autism, we're currently looking for an Employment Coach to join our team.

You'll support the digital transformation of the employability service by developing new and innovative ways to share information, advice and guidance with candidates. Initially this will take the format of webinars, workshops, web pages and short-form video content and has the capacity to grow and change as the digital strategy progresses.

You'll work closely with colleagues to deliver on the wider aims of the employability service by supporting the delivery of information, advice and guidance to autistic young people aged 18-25. You'll support autistic candidates to secure paid internships, apprenticeships and employment, supporting an online community of candidates to ensure that Employ Autism activities are guided by candidates' needs and wants.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Specialist knowledge of delivering employment information, advice and guidance on a one-to-one and group basis.
• Experience of working with autistic young people to provide information, advice and guidance.
• Knowledge of recruitment and employability barriers for autistic young people.
• Experience of delivering individual and group activities such as one-to-one meetings, webinars and workshops through online/remote delivery.

In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

The development and growth of Men’s Sheds is made possible through a network of volunteers and partnerships across the UK. 

This role will develop new Sheds across Greater London, and will coordinate and manage partnerships with other organisations and charities to support the growth and development of the movement.  This role has the focus to support the growth of new and development of new Men’s Sheds, enhancing our reach and the reach of Sheds.

At Ambitious about Autism, we're currently looking for an Employment Coach to join our team on a 12 month FTC.

You'll support the digital transformation of the employability service by developing new and innovative ways to share information, advice and guidance with candidates. Initially this will take the format of webinars, workshops, web pages and short-form video content and has the capacity to grow and change as the digital strategy progresses.

You'll work closely with colleagues to deliver on the wider aims of the employability service by supporting the delivery of information, advice and guidance to autistic young people aged 18-25. You'll support autistic candidates to secure paid internships, apprenticeships and employment, supporting an online community of candidates to ensure that Employ Autism activities are guided by candidates' needs and wants.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Specialist knowledge of delivering employment information, advice and guidance on a one-to-one and group basis.
• Experience of working with autistic young people to provide information, advice and guidance.
• Knowledge of recruitment and employability barriers for autistic young people.
• Experience of delivering individual and group activities such as one-to-one meetings, webinars and workshops through online/remote delivery.

In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised, proactive individual who has a successful record in the role of a PA, EA or Team Assistant and who is looking to take on a new, exciting challenge that will make a real difference to the community.

Are you someone who can effectively engage with a range of individuals, manage multiple workstreams and work independently to meet delivery timelines? 

This is a full and varied role – no two days will be the same! We can offer:

• The opportunity to be fully involved in meaningful work, to make a difference and see the positive impact of your work

• An experienced team who will support you to deliver on your goals, and to grow personally and professionally

• The platform to manage and deliver on your own workload

• A role that allows you to take the initiative, to innovate and to be involved with multiple stakeholders across the business 

• Fulfilling and rewarding work that contributes to society, sustainability initiatives and environmental challenges

ABOUT BAKER STREET QUARTER PARTNERSHIP

We are the Business Improvement District (BID) for the Baker Street area of Marylebone – a not-for-profit organisation making a real difference to this vibrant, diverse and dynamic part of central London.  Our innovative and compelling work is far reaching, from nurturing and connecting the community, to promoting the area’s vitality and ensuring it is resilient, safe and clean. Established 11 years ago, we have recently set out a new exciting and ambitious business plan focused on facilitating social and environmental impact, with wellbeing at its core. This is a unique opportunity to work within a team who are committed to contributing to the broader community and driving positive change. 

Our team is small but highly innovative and ambitious with a proven track record of making real improvements to the area for business and for all.  You will be joining the Partnership at an exciting time as we recently extended our area of benefit. 

We are delighted to have been recognised as a Great Places to Work certified company!

“100% of employees at Baker Street Quarter Partnership say it is a great place to work*, compared to 54% of employees at a typical UK based company”

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Executive Support

• Provide intelligent diary management and full Executive Assistant support to the CEO and two members of the Senior management team

• Project support for the Executive team including drafting presentations and papers, research, presentation of statistics, attending volunteering sessions and assisting in scheduling and task management.

• Manage all arrangements for Steering Group and Board meetings including the preparation of reports and papers proactively ensuring deadlines are met

• Implementation of assistive technology for the preparation of minutes from all governance meetings (c16 per year) and responsible for proofing and finalising minutes, ensuring actions are followed up and deadlines met

• Proactive management of outstanding tasks assigned to team to ensure projects are completed on schedule

• Managing confidential HR information including personnel information ,sickness records, training records and annual leave records

• Tracking required changes to the Staff Handbook and making updates

• Database maintenance and updates, pulling data from external sources and updating mailing and other lists

• Booking meeting venues, lunches and travel arrangements for the Senior Management team

Finance Support 

• Logging expenses on Xero and assisting with credit card reconciliations 

• Raising POs and allocating to correct codes

• Assisting with finance queries and contract administration

• Management and reconciliation of office budget

• Assisting with the preparation of quarterly Management Accounts, preparing templates and ensuring deadlines are met

Office Management

• Ensure the smooth running of the office.

• Manage office move, assisting with the search for space and liaising with suppliers as appropriate

• Ensuring the office is fully stocked including management of stationary and other supplies, including refreshments and ensuring a well presented and well-maintained office space.

• Maintaining planned preventative maintenance list for office space, managing Health & Safety and Fire Assessment reviews and proactively addressing issues

• Management of bookings for community space

• Organising team training, wellbeing and social activities 

• Provide first point of contact for general office administration including first line reception and phone cover

• Manage generic email inboxes (including info@) and member support requests - coordinating responses from the entire team in a timely fashion

• Set up the meeting rooms for external guests, welcoming guests and providing refreshments

• Ensuring contact details are up to date on organisation Crisis and Continuity Plan

• Ensuring adherence to the sustainable procurement policy for all office supplies

• Management of office contracts including areas of insurance, IT/comms and equipment.

• Organise weekly team meetings, preparing agenda and sending action points

• Be the Fire Marshall, First Aider and DSE Assessor for the office (full training provided)

• Opportunity to be trained as Mental Health First Aider

• Always acting as an ambassador for BakerStreetQ

Finance Support

• Logging expenses on Xero and assisting with credit card reconciliations 

• Raising Purchase Orders  and allocating to correct codes

• Assisting with finance queries

• Assisting with contract administration

It is expected that the Team Assistant will provide cover for and stand-in as necessary for the Marketing and Events Coordinator and the Project Assistant, and has familiarity of their job functions to enable such coverage to be provided.

To undertake such other duties commensurate with your position, and / or hours of work, as may reasonably be required

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Required skills

• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with a strong ability to build rapport and engage effectively with a wide range of individuals

• Proactive and detail orientated 

• Self-motivated, taking accountability for own workload and timely deliverables of work

• Excellent attention to detail

• Strong planning and time management/multi-tasking skills, with the ability to take the initiative and work independently with little supervision, yet maintaining regular communication within the team

• A flexible approach, professional outlook and positive attitude is essential 

• Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst caring to ensure a high standard of work quality

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with a “can-do”, willing, collegiate approach 

• Flexibility to adapt effectively to change

• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and out of core hours to attend events where necessary 

• Demonstration of a mature approach and manner, with a high level of integrity and someone who can be trusted with confidential information

• Problem solving

• Intermediate skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint and experience of using contact databases (in particular input, retrieval of data and the ability to use database) 

Required Experience

• Previous work experience in a PA, EA or administrative role, supporting an individual or team likely to have been gained over a minimum of 12 months

• A passion/drive to contribute in a community focused, social impact role 

• An interest in the urban environment and an organisation involved in sustainability initiatives, area promotion, placemaking projects

Our Benefits:

• Private health insurance via BUPA for employee only from day one

• Pension – Employee 5% and Employer 6% 

• 25 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays and additional gifted holiday over Christmas

• Season ticket loans

• Cycle to Work scheme 

• TechScheme – limit £2000

• Wellbeing sessions

• Opportunities and Support to volunteer

TIMESCALE:

Closing date for applications 29th November 2024.

Application by cover letter and CV.

When someone sustains a spinal cord injury, it is a life changing experience.

Back Up’s Regional Outreach and Engagement team are the very face of the organisation and are based across the UK, working directly with spinal cord injury centres, major trauma centres and hospitals – or indeed anywhere that people affected by spinal cord injury may be.

As a Regional Coordinator, you will build relationships and take ownership for what happens in your geographical area. As someone affected by spinal cord injury themselves, you will be providing peer support to newly injured people in a clinical setting, facilitating wheelchair skills sessions, making referrals for ongoing support, and supporting volunteers and fundraisers. Above all, you will be passionate about being able to demonstrate the impact of what we do and will see for yourself how Back Up quite literally transforms lives.

About us:

At Back Up, we have big ambitions. Over the next few years, we’re going to be transforming the lives of even more people affected by spinal cord injury.

Together we’ll be working hard to make sure everyone affected by spinal cord injury has access to the support they deserve; and we are the only spinal cord injury charity in the UK providing specific services to children and young people

At Back Up, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. Please read our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy Statement. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. We particularly welcome applications from those from black, Asian or ethnic minority backgrounds or those with higher level spinal injuries.

Back Up has been voted one of the top ten charities to work for (Third Sector Best Charities 2020). The enthusiastic, inclusive and supportive spirit of our very skilled staff ensure excellence in the services we deliver.

In 2024 Back Up won The Times and The Sunday Times Spotlight Award for Best place to work for disabled employees. As well as this, Back Up has been voted one of the top ten charities to work for (Third Sector Best Charities 2020). The enthusiastic, inclusive and supportive spirit of our very skilled staff ensure excellence in the services we deliver.

Location:

From home and able to travel extensively to hospitals and other clinical settings around the region, if required.

Occasional visits to Back Up office in Wandsworth, London and the surrounding area.

East Region: East Anglia (likely based in East Anglia)

How to apply

Please apply by emailing recruitment @ backuptrust . org . uk by midnight on Sunday 1st December 2024 with:

· A CV detailing salary information for your most recent post and two referees, one of whom should be your present or most recent employer. We will contact them after interview.

· A (maximum) two side A4 supporting statement, saying why you want the job and explaining how you meet the criteria in the job description.. This statement is crucial; CVs alone will not be accepted.

· A completed equal opportunities form. This form will be kept separate from your application, and not viewed by the recruiting manager. It is used to help us assess the diversity of our applicants to ensure our processes are fair to all. It is optional to fill in but it will help us improve and maintain high standards.

We will acknowledge receipt of your application, and then let you know if you are to be invited to interview.  First interviews will be held from the week beginning Monday 2nd December 2024.  If you cannot make any of those dates, please indicate this when you apply. 

What will the process involve?

The process will involve at least one interview round which will be either in person or online. There will be a panel interviewing you and you may be asked to complete a task beforehand to present to the panel. If you need any support or adjustment to the recruitment process at any step, do please ask and we’d be pleased to work with you to put these in place so that you can perform to the best of your abilities throughout the process and demonstrate your suitability for the role.  Please email recruitment @ backuptrust . org . uk

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As a ‘Disability Confident’ employer we are committed to the inclusion of candidates and employees with disabilities. If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria of the role, set out as essential criteria in the job description, we will invite you to interview. Please let us know if you would qualify and want to take advantage of this scheme by emailing: recruitment @ backuptrust . org . uk.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

At Back Up we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every criteria in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at Back Up.

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!

We are looking for a Housing Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Salary: £26,000 - £32,000 (pro rata)

Location: Hammersmith and another London borough (tbc)

Hours: 21 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting.

About us

Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.

We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.

Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

About the role:

We are excited to be taking the lead in the London Whole Housing Service Partnership (LWHSP) which will address and enhance the pathways of housing support for women experiencing domestic abuse, from removing them from immediate harm, to enabling recovery and resettlement across all levels of need. The LWHSP are seeking to build on our delivery across 11 East and West London boroughs of the Whole Housing Approach (WHA).

The Housing IDVA will work within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process. You will specialise in working with clients for whom housing, and risk of tenancy breakdown is a factor. You will work within the team to make proactive contact and provide high quality advocacy and support based upon a client led needs and risk assessment to women, focusing on working with those aged 18 and over who access the domestic abuse service. You will hold a caseload of survivors and will also be required to work as part of Advance’s duty team on a rota basis which will involve completing intake assessments and providing crisis intervention support.

About You:

As a Housing IDVA, you will need to have a degree of flexibility for colocation work across London boroughs; providing support to women who have experienced domestic violence, focusing on individuals with housing or tenancy issues. Working in our fast-paced crisis intervention, advocacy and support service, you’ll ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process. You will have your own caseload of survivors and will focus on working with those aged 18 and over who access our domestic abuse service.

You will bring experience in providing independent domestic violence advocacy and support for women who approach housing advice and assessment for help. Ideally experience in working with housing service providers, and advising women of their rights and options for seeking help and support from other agencies. You will have the ability to develop individual safety and support plans in-line with the clients’ needs and the risks they face.

· Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis

*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate.

What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:

• A 35-hour working week
• An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!)
• Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home
• Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity/adoption provision
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee eye-care scheme
• Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles
• Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation
• Organisation wide away days
• One weeks Carers leave
• Career development pathways

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Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.

Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.

Safeguarding

Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!

We are looking for a Housing Floating Support Worker

Salary: £27,000 - £32,000

Location: Hammersmith (with some travel to Stratford and Finsbury Park)

Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting.

About us

Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.

We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.

Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

About the role:

The Floating Support Worker will specialise in working with women for whom housing and risk of tenancy breakdown is a priority. You will provide specialist housing and domestic abuse support to women aged 18 and over. The accommodation needs of the women you support will require you to advocate and support for each woman efficiently and empathically, whilst liaising with providers and stakeholders to ensure her accommodation needs are met. The role is dynamic and requires the post holder to respond to women with effective crisis intervention, advocacy and support. They will be required to coordinate the provision of multi-agency support which focuses on working with clients to maintain their tenancies and prevent homelessness. The post holder will establish positive, proactive, and innovative working relationships with housing services and partner agencies.

About You:

To be successful as the Housing Floating Support Worker, you will need the below experience and skills:

Solid experience of supporting women who have experienced domestic abuse in all its forms, come from a sector with transferrable skills or possess a feminist/VAWG degree and be keen to learn and to train on the job

A good understanding of violence against women and girls with a particular focus on the dynamics of domestic abuse (physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, so-called ‘honour-based violence’, forced marriage, stalking and harassment) and its impact on women, children, families, and communities

Skills and experience in conducting comprehensive assessments of needs and risk for survivors experiencing domestic abuse, including carrying out short risk management and safety planning

Experience in assessing the needs and safety of any children that women using the service may have

An understanding of the criminal justice system and relevant legislation with regard to legal and civil options, housing, benefits, matrimonial and children

A good knowledge of safeguarding practice, procedures, and legislation

Other skills and experience:

Good data collection, monitoring and IT skills

A relevant qualification or training, for example in domestic abuse, criminal justice, law, social work, substance misuse or related area

Flexibility to work as part of Advance’s duty team on a rota basis which will involve completing intake assessments and providing crisis intervention support

We recognise that women often only apply to roles if they meet 100% of the criteria. We encourage you to demonstrate how your skills and experience would make you an asset to the role, and if you don’t have the exact skills/experience, tell us in your cover letter how you think you might grow and develop in the role.

How to apply:

Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered.

*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate.

Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis

What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:

A 35-hour working week

An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!)

Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home

Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more

Pension scheme

Enhanced maternity/adoption provision

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Employee eye-care scheme

Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles

Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation

Organisation wide away days

Thorough induction and training

Career development pathways

**************************************************************

Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.

Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.

Safeguarding

Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.

Do you enjoy working with people and have excellent administrative skills? Do you have experience of coordinating volunteers? Do you want to work for a charity that supports people to improve their health and well-being through gardening?

We’re looking for a Client Services Coordinator to support the running of the Thrive London Centre and the Social and Therapeutic Horticulture (STH) programmes that we provide in our gardens in Battersea Park. This role will have responsibility for recruitment and induction of volunteers who provide vital support to the running of our programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Volunteer Co Ordination

• Corporate Volunteer Day Co-ordination

• General office, financial and other Client Services functions​

Based at Thrive London in Battersea Park.

Appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Thrive complies fully with the DBS Code of Practice. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an individual from working for Thrive.

For more information, please download the Information Pack.

To apply, please email recruitment with your CV and a written statement explaining how you meet the person specification and what you will bring to Thrive.

Closing date for applications: Monday 2 December 9am. Interviews are anticipated to take place on Monday 9 December 2024.

When someone sustains a spinal cord injury, it is a life changing experience.

Back Up’s Regional Outreach and Engagement team are the very face of the organisation and are based across the UK, working directly with spinal cord injury centres, major trauma centres and hospitals – or indeed anywhere that people affected by spinal cord injury may be.

As a Regional Coordinator, you will build relationships and take ownership for what happens in your geographical area. As someone affected by spinal cord injury themselves, you will be providing peer support to newly injured people in a clinical setting, facilitating wheelchair skills sessions, making referrals for ongoing support, and supporting volunteers and fundraisers. Above all, you will be passionate about being able to demonstrate the impact of what we do and will see for yourself how Back Up quite literally transforms lives.

About us:

At Back Up, we have big ambitions. Over the next few years, we’re going to be transforming the lives of even more people affected by spinal cord injury.

Together we’ll be working hard to make sure everyone affected by spinal cord injury has access to the support they deserve; and we are the only spinal cord injury charity in the UK providing specific services to children and young people

At Back Up, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. Please read our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy Statement. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. We particularly welcome applications from those from black, Asian or ethnic minority backgrounds or those with higher level spinal injuries.

Back Up has been voted one of the top ten charities to work for (Third Sector Best Charities 2020). The enthusiastic, inclusive and supportive spirit of our very skilled staff ensure excellence in the services we deliver.

In 2024 Back Up won The Times and The Sunday Times Spotlight Award for Best place to work for disabled employees. As well as this, Back Up has been voted one of the top ten charities to work for (Third Sector Best Charities 2020). The enthusiastic, inclusive and supportive spirit of our very skilled staff ensure excellence in the services we deliver.

Location:

From home and able to travel extensively to hospitals and other clinical settings around the region, if required.

Occasional visits to Back Up office in Wandsworth, London and the surrounding area.

North Region: North of England (likely based North East)

How to apply

Please apply by emailing recruitment @ backuptrust . org . uk by midnight on Sunday 1st December 2024 with:

· A CV detailing salary information for your most recent post and two referees, one of whom should be your present or most recent employer. We will contact them after interview.

· A (maximum) two side A4 supporting statement, saying why you want the job and explaining how you meet the criteria in the job description.. This statement is crucial; CVs alone will not be accepted.

· A completed equal opportunities form. This form will be kept separate from your application, and not viewed by the recruiting manager. It is used to help us assess the diversity of our applicants to ensure our processes are fair to all. It is optional to fill in but it will help us improve and maintain high standards.

We will acknowledge receipt of your application, and then let you know if you are to be invited to interview.  First interviews will be held from the week beginning Monday 2nd December 2024.  If you cannot make any of those dates, please indicate this when you apply. 

What will the process involve?

The process will involve at least one interview round which will be either in person or online. There will be a panel interviewing you and you may be asked to complete a task beforehand to present to the panel. If you need any support or adjustment to the recruitment process at any step, do please ask and we’d be pleased to work with you to put these in place so that you can perform to the best of your abilities throughout the process and demonstrate your suitability for the role.  Please email recruitment @ backuptrust . org . uk

Guaranteed Interview Scheme

As a ‘Disability Confident’ employer we are committed to the inclusion of candidates and employees with disabilities. If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria of the role, set out as essential criteria in the job description, we will invite you to interview. Please let us know if you would qualify and want to take advantage of this scheme by emailing: recruitment @ backuptrust . org . uk.

Don’t meet every single requirement?

At Back Up we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every criteria in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at Back Up.