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The Charity Communications Executive is an integral part of the RLSS UK communications team, within the Charity Directorate, with responsibility for supporting the delivery of objectives relating to the strategic framework. Specifically in the aspects of supporting building the RLSS UK brand and reach though multi-channel communications, including media engagement and PR, developing ways in which we engage with and educate communities.
The role will work in line with one of our key strategic pillars: ‘Building our Community’, across the UK and Ireland. This is a pivotal role, working closely with the Charity Communications Team, to lead our PR and brand as well as looking to drive membership and fundraising through communications.
KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
Communications/Marketing
- Work collaboratively with the charity communication and marketing department with national campaigns to raise brand awareness and deliver vital water safety messages.
- Lead the organisation’s public relations; managing our media function including writing press releases, responding to and managing media calls, requests, and enquires, as well as briefing spokespeople for media appearances.
- Monitor, evaluate, and report on marketing communication performance to the Charity Communications Manager.
- Work with agencies, where appropriate, to ensure they are achieving specification and are delivering ROI.
- Ensuring that the RLSS UK brand is consistent, used correctly and is enticing and familiar to the public.
Membership Communications
- Manage the process, from conception to delivery, of the organisation’s staple membership communication, Lifesavers magazine, on a bi-annual basis. This includes –
- Project planning (including budgets, deadlines, relationship management etc)
- Content writing and creation
- Cross-departmental working to ensure content from relevant parties is received and collated effectively
- Editing and proofreading
- Supplier management, to ensure successful distribution
General
- To demonstrate and uphold the Society’s values and behavioural standards at all times
- Ensure compliance with UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018 by complying with internal information governance policies and maintaining up to date documentation as part of RLSS UK’s compliance programme
- Proactively participate in the Society’s equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives and training, and to promote a culture of respect and inclusion for all staff and customers
This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline indication of areas of activity and responsibility and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Marketing/PR qualification, or equivalent experience
- Previous experience leading on and managing projects, from inception to delivery
- Previous experience in creating effective communications materials
- Proven ability in copy writing and proofreading
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to multi-task and manage priorities
- Ability to work in a high-pressured communications environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including written and verbal, and interactions with media outlets
- Confidence to work independently, as well as part of a team
- Highly self-motivated to achieve and deliver results
- Creative and innovative thinker
- Ability to pay close attention to all aspects/details of any task
- Computer literate, including Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe etc
Desirable Relevant Experience, Skills and/or Aptitudes
- Undergraduate degree
- Knowledge and understanding of RLSS UK
CONTRACT: Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)
ORGANISATION: Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK)
LOCATION: Based at RLSS UK Head Office, Worcester
*Hybrid working may be considered, however the role requires working from Head Office for a minimum of 2 days per week
DEPARTMENT: Charity Communications
REPORTS TO: Charity Communications Manager
SALARY: £26,773.00 (Grade E)
WHAT RLSS UK CAN OFFER YOU
RLSS UK is a national Charity based in the heart of Worcester City, and we offer great staff benefits including -
- Free on-site parking when working at HQ
- Annual Leave based on 23 days + Bank Holidays
- Private Medical Scheme*
- Enhanced Society Sick Pay*
- Eye Care*
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Howdens Sports Benefits/Perks at Work
- Free RLSS UK Membership
- Free tea and coffee at HQ, including access to our wonderful Coffee Machine
- Company Events
- Bright, modern offices and more!
*Subject to eligibility criteria
YOUR APPLICATION
Please send your CV and a Cover Letter outlining why you should be our next Charity Communications Executive
Closing Date – 5pm, Friday 15th November 2024
Interview Date – Tuesday 26th November 2024, at our Worcester Head Office
Should you wish to discuss the role, any reasonable adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment process, or have any questions, please get in touch where a member of the RLSS UK HR Department will be happy to help.
RLSS UK are aa Disability Confident Committed Employer.
It is our vision to have nations without drowning where everyone can safely enjoy being in, on or near water.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Eden Brown Charities is delighted to be partnering with the fantastic Sebastian's Action Trust to recruit them a Community Fundraising Manager to cover Hampshire, Berkshire and surrounding areas.
Sebastian's Action Trust is a registered charity providing specialist holidays, alongside practical and emotional support to seriously ill children and their families. They provide support to families of life-limited and seriously ill children from diagnosis, through treatment and beyond.
The role
As Community Fundraising Manager you will be responsible for building and stewarding relationships with third party fundraisers, fundraising groups, schools and sports club associations as well as leading the development and implementation of fundraising initiatives, activities and campaigns within the community.
You will be responsible for putting a Community Fundraising plan in place and you will work closely with the Trusts Volunteer Co-ordinator to ensure that volunteers are recruited. You will also work with the wider team on various appeals such as the Christmas appeal.
About You
It is desirable that you will be experienced in the third sector and be good at building relationships with a proven track record of securing new income however if you have transferrable skills and are looking to get into the Charity sector then this role might be for you! You must have a driving licence and some flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
This role is flexible based both at home and in the office to cover Hampshire, Berkshire and surrounding areas. To hear more about this incredible role for a Charity with ambitious plans please contact Laura iliff on 07442607841. Sebastian's Action Trust are interviewing on a rolling basis so please do get in touch if this role would be of interest to you.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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Income Generation and Development Officer
We are looking for an experienced individual who will:
- Contribute to the development of an overarching fundraising plan
- Review and develop current fundraising channels and plan, support and deliver imaginative fundraising activities
- Prepare relevant communication materials to support their role.
- Coordinate and write applications to grant makers to maximise the grant potential of the Archdiocese.
- Develop and manage reporting processes and updates.
- Comply with relevant legislation and regulation.
- Develop working relationships with other diocese, maximise project opportunities and share best practice.
The ideal candidate will have experience of developing and delivering successful fundraising plans; bid writing; knowledge of appeals; legacies and Gift Aid; and working with various audiences including internal and external stakeholders.
Contract and Salary
This role is permanent and full-time with a salary of circa £40,000.00.
Location
Base office will be Saint Margaret Clitherow Centre. Croxteth Drive, Liverpool, L17 1AA.
Working Hours
Contracted hours are 35 per week.
Annual leave
33 days which includes eight bank/public holidays plus 5 gifted days during Christmas and Easter closedown. There is the option to purchase additional annual leave.
Pension
Employees will be enrolled into the People’s Pension Scheme with a contribution rate of 3% and 5% contributed by the employer. The Archdiocese will match employee contributions up to 6% of their pensionable salary.
Other benefits
There are a range of other benefits including a pension salary sacrifice scheme, subsidised Lifestyles gym membership, life assurance scheme, enhanced parental leave pay and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
How to Apply
Apply online via our website
Please note that the information you provide in your application will be used only for the purpose of recruitment and selection and will be held in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018.
Closing date: Midday 15th November 2024
Interviews: 29th November 2024
Work with us as we support local church communities and the spreading of the Gospel across the Archdiocese of Liverpool.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Youth Ministry Coordinator
This is an exciting new role which has been developed to support the work of Area 5 of the Pastoral Plan. The post-holder will work closely with colleagues from the parishes, schools and archdiocesan lay staff, in developing routes for the active participation and support of young people in the life of the church and in the service of its communities. To bring vision, energy and experience to develop youth ministry, accompanying young people into a living experience of the Church community.
The key initial priorities of this role are to:
- Design and develop various projects and initiatives to enable young people to build positive relationships with the church.
- Develop a mechanism for young people to engage in discussions about the future of the church.
- Actively develop an archdiocesan strategy for young people.
- The ideal candidate will have a background working directly with young people (aged 10-19) and a good knowledge of the Catholic faith.
Contract and Salary
This role is permanent and full-time with a salary of circa £33,000.00.
Location
Base office will be Saint Margaret Clitherow Centre. Croxteth Drive, Liverpool, L17 1AA.
Working Hours
Contracted hours are 35 per week.
Annual leave
33 days which includes eight bank/public holidays plus 5 gifted days during Christmas and Easter closedown. There is the option to purchase additional annual leave.
Pension
Employees will be enrolled into the People’s Pension Scheme with a contribution rate of 3% and 5% contributed by the employer. The Archdiocese will match employee contributions up to 6% of their pensionable salary.
Other benefits
There are a range of other benefits including a pension salary sacrifice scheme, subsidised Lifestyles gym membership, life assurance scheme, enhanced parental leave pay and 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
How to Apply
Apply online via our website
Please note that the information you provide in your application will be used only for the purpose of recruitment and selection and will be held in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018.
Closing date: Midday 18th November 2024
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Elizabeth Parsons, Director of Pastoral Development, either by email or over the phone
Work with us as we support local church communities and the spreading of the Gospel across the Archdiocese of Liverpool.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
A little bit about the role
This role will be closing at 9am on Monday 18 November.
The Head of Delivery is responsible for all aspects of programme organisation and delivery. They are a vital and senior position expected to bring exceptional social work knowledge and expertise to the implementation and further development of Approach Social Work and wider work of the charity. They are required to work collaboratively with all teams on the programme, including curriculum, admissions and support, recruitment, partnerships and programme management.
We are seeking someone who is passionate about driving standards in social work through excellent practice, leadership and innovation, who can manage a geographically dispersed team and work effectively and closely with the Head of Delivery (North) and Head of Curriculum to ensure a consistent one-team approach to programme delivery.
The successful candidate will be a highly effective leader and manager of people with an ability to operationalise a large programme and develop strategic plans that support retention and quality. You will have a clear vision for outstanding social work practice and education with a commitment to systemic practice and other practice models.
Please note that you must be a qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England and possess a Masters’ degree in Social Work (or related subject) to apply.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Setting a cohort culture with high expectations, strong support and commitment to the mission amongst participants.
- Responsible for ensuring programme quality in relation to teaching, learning and the placement experience.
- Being part of the wider leadership group that steers and embeds organisational culture and strategy
- Reporting and presenting on key performance metrics (KPM’s) to the Department for Education (DfE) and other stakeholders
A little bit about you
We’re looking for an experienced social worker and leader, who has a deep understanding of children and families’ social work within the local authority context. This is a senior leader role at Frontline, so in addition to the experience needed, a commitment to and passion for better social work and a leadership approach that is anti racist, rooted in equity, diversity and inclusion is paramount.
We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own.
If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
Important information
We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.
We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ‘ChatGPT’ etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will.
We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!
You will need to have current right-to-work in the UK prior to application and for at least the first six months (for permanent positions) or for the full duration of the contract (for fixed-term positions). Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Ambitious about Autism, we are looking for a Senior Finance Business Partner to join our team.
This is a critical role within the Finance Business Partnering team, providing line management and oversight of the Finance Business Partners as well as providing direct partnering support to key internal stakeholders. This role will lead the team to deliver a high quality service across the organisation, putting best practice systems and controls in place to enable accurate and timely financial management and reporting.
This role will need to influence and negotiate with senior colleagues and provide technical and strategic insight in order to ensure that Ambitious about Autism and the Ambitious about Autism Schools Trust meet financial targets.
We are looking for someone who has:
- An accountancy qualification (ICAEW/ACCA/CIMA/CIPF)
- Strategic knowledge and experience of finance and business planning
- Proven experience of supporting business performance management and reporting processes
- Proven experience of business partnering and/or working closely with non-financial colleagues at varying levels of seniority
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.
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 client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an Interim Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to join RBL on a 6 month Fixed Term basis.
This key role will see you providing high quality financial information and advice to the Executive Board, Finance Committee, Audit and Risk Committee and Board of Trustees of the RBL Group. Managing a team of Finance Business Partners, you will coordinate annual budgeting and forecasting process and support the delivery of in year financial results by business partnering with various Executive Directors and Directors across RBL Group.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Reporting to the Director: Group Financial Planning & Analysis, key responsibilities will include:
- Lead a team of Senior Finance Business Partners for RBL (excluding Care Homes), ensuring the delivery of high-quality information and challenge to the Executive Directors, Directors and Budget Holders
- Support the financial input for the preparation and review of the overall RBL Strategy and the preparation of the annual Corporate Plan
- Co-ordinate the annual budget exercise for RBL Group
- Prepare management reporting for the RBL Group and analyse the financial data shown in the management accounts to assist Executive Directors in preparing a comprehensive monthly commentary for their function
- Act as a member of the Finance Management Team, contributing to the development of departmental strategic objectives, customer service standards and a shared team Vision and ethos.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts.
You will be contracted to our London, Haig House Hub. Under our Future Working framework, there will be some flexibility for working remotely/at home, using our collaboration tools to work with colleagues, but with a minimum expectation of two days/week connecting directly face-to-face with colleagues at the hub.
This is a 6 month Fixed Term Contract opportunity with a planned start of late 2024. Applicants should be immediately or short notice available for start.
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Alive is looking for someone who loves innovation and partnership working to take us forward and continue our track record of creative and innovative delivery. We need someone who has ideas, is creative, perhaps has a background in the arts and is an experienced project manager. Well connected and able to turn ideas into reality, you will have intergenerational experience, and be passionate about ensuring the vulnerable in our society have access to arts, culture and engagement. You will also be an excellent people manager and are able to lead with compassion and empathy and inspire those you support.
Alive is the UK’s leading charity enriching the lives of older people and training their carers. We believe passionately that all older people should feel connected to the world around them and our award-winning and innovative activity in the community and care settings make this possible, alongside the training and coaching we deliver to carers to equip them to engage older people more meaningfully. To find out more about our work, and read inspiring case studies, please go to our website.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant and innovative charity, and to help bring enjoyment and vitality to some of the most vulnerable older people in society.
We are looking for someone who can ideally work 3 days a week, but we would be interested in candidates who can work 2 or 4 days a week and will adapt the job accordingly.
Please see the job description and person specification for details. To apply, please send in your CV with a covering letter detailing why you match the job description and would like to work for Alive. Please send your information to Alive by 5pm 7th November 2024. Interviews will be held 14/15 November and second interviews 21/22 November.
Please send your CV and a covering letter detailing why you are suited to this job.
To ensure older people live lives full of joy, meaning and opportunity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you looking for a great first role in fundraising? Are you passionate about making a difference in the health sector? Charity People are pleased to be partnering with Moorfields Eye Charity again to recruit for a part-time Fundraising Assistant.
Title: Fundraising Assistant
Hours: Part-time basis, working 22.5 hours per week.
Salary: £24,389 to £29,808 (pro-rata).
Location: Hybrid with at least 1 day a week at their City Road office, EC1.
Benefits: 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with increases based on your length of service.
About the role
As a Fundraising Assistant, you will collaborate closely with the Supporter Relations Officer and Fundraising Officer. Your contributions will be vital to supporter relations, volunteer, and events programmes. You will serve as the welcoming face for new contacts, ensuring that fundraisers and donors feel appreciated and engaged.
You will support the delivery of our supporter engagement initiatives, crafting and editing communications across various channels, including letters, social media, and reports. Handling phone and email inquiries will be part of your role, ensuring timely follow-up on all communications. You will maintain accurate records on our CRM database, which facilitates effective communication and reporting. Additionally, you will assist in promoting events and managing community fundraisers while contributing to our volunteer programme by helping to onboard and support new volunteers.
About you
We are looking for someone who is eager to grow in the fundraising field and possesses excellent communication skills, along with the ability to build strong relationships. Ideally you will have experience in customer care and familiarity with charity operations will be beneficial. You will have brilliant communication skills and be able to write for a diverse audience.
If you are looking for a first job in a fundraising career the please get in touch with with a copy of your CV to Katharine at Charity People book in a meeting.
Charity People actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
Location: Hybrid working between the A+LUK Aldgate, London office and home.
A great opportunity has arisen for a Research Operations Officer to join our research and innovation team in London. In this role, you’ll support the charity’s ambitious 5-year strategy, where we seek to accelerate progress in respiratory research and innovation by tripling public funding for respiratory research to £150 million each year and increasing our own investment in pioneering research and innovation.
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.
Reporting to the Deputy Head of Research + Innovation, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping, developing and implementing our exciting new ‘Respiratory Leadership Academy’ (RLA). This aims to attract, develop and retain respiratory research and innovation talent in the UK, through funding, support, and networking for early career researchers. Your work will be instrumental in identifying the needs of early career researchers in lung research and supporting them to build successful careers.
You’ll have outstanding stakeholder management skills, inter-personal skills and the ability to engage and communicate with a wide range of individuals from different backgrounds and circumstances. A self-starter, you’ll have excellent organisation, prioritisation and time management skills, with keen attention to detail. You’ll have a degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience with a passion for, and understanding of, the academic research environment.
As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy 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. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation committed to being the driving force behind the transformation of lung health.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We will shortlist and interview on a rolling basis, without waiting for a set closing date. Therefore, this vacancy may be withdrawn at short notice.
Help us build a future-proofed and sustainable organisation to better serve women, child and LGBT survivors of abuse and violence.
Are you an experienced and skilled senior finance professional looking for your next challenge? Are you seeking a position within a highly regarded women-led and centred charity? RISE is a one million turn-over domestic abuse charity deeply embedded in the Brighton and Hove community. The post reports directly to the CEO and works closely with the RISE Leadership Team.
About the role:
RISE is looking for a new Head of Finance to update our finance systems and transform our finance, risk and treasury management functions to help make the best decisions for our women-led charity.
The Head of Finance is responsible for the strategic and operational management of RISE’s finance, treasury and risk management systems. Working as part of RISE’s leadership team the post holder provides organisational leadership and guidance, ensuring consistent operation of effective budgetary controls and high-quality reporting to the CEO and RISE trustees on all aspects of financial reporting, planning, performance, and risk management. The post holder will work closely with RISE treasurer and other trustees as a member of RISE’s Finance and Risk Subgroup of the Board. They manage a small team delivering central services including payroll and bookkeeping, ensuring that RISE is compliant with our duties as a Company and Charity.
Working in a small team you will help to set the strategic direction of the charity, guiding managers to make good financial decisions and safeguarding the organisation with robust financial and risk management policies and procedures.
We offer hybrid working with some requirements to be onsite. We believe in creating a positive environment where our differences are respected and each of us feels valued for our contribution.
On appointment, you will be expected to complete a DBS disclosure and supply us with references.
More information about the role and how to apply is available on the RISE website.
* This post is only open to female applicants as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
The successful candidate will join a highly regarded women-led, women-centred, and trauma-informed charity with almost 30-years track record in violence against women and girls (VAWG) and LGBT Domestic Abuse.
RISE is committed to ending racism and has signed up to the Ending Racism in VAWG commitments.
We are committed to actively holding anti-racist values and practices and nurturing the contributions from Black and minoritised women within the sector to grow Black and minoritised women in leadership roles.
RISE is a Disability Confident and Mindful Employer working actively to create a staff team to better reflect our community. We do this by encouraging black and minorities and disabled women to apply for this role with a guaranteed interview to all women meeting this description that meet the person specification required.
Benefits that we can offer in return:
· Living Wage Employer
· 3% employer contribution pension.
· Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days’ annual leave rising to 29 after 5 years plus bank holidays.
· Employee assistance programme.
· Focus on well-being and balancing flexible working alongside RISE’s priorities.
· Committed to training and learning opportunities for continuous development. Trauma Focussed wellbeing support.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?
Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?
Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?
Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.
Due to the award of a new contract, we are looking for new Advocates to join our team in Fife and the surrounding area. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support or already have a Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy.
About us
VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by Scottish Government, local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.
We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for Advocates to join our team covering Fife and the surrounding area. You will be involved in one-to-one advocacy along with group work across the area; this could be in a clients’ home, hospital, care homes or other suitable community venues and be home based for administrative tasks. Therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential.
This is a full time role for 35 hours per week, applicants who do not hold the Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy will start on £22,500 per annum.
About you
We actively encourage applications from those who are long term unemployed.
Desirably you will have some experience of working, providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, attending tribunals or review meetings ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education, training, benefits, employment, care and support.
You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.
How will you make a difference?
You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.
You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options.
You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support. You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them. You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. This can be through 1-2-1 advocacy or in a group setting.
Professional Development?
You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day. Advocates are expected to be willing to gain or to already hold, the Level 2 Award in Independent Advocacy with disciplines suitable for the role they work in.
Benefits:
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Separate Life Assurance Cover
- Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
- Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
- Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
- Support with continuous professional development
Equality and Diversity
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values, and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.
VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.
How to apply
To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.
Important Dates:
Closing date for applications; midnight on Sunday 3rd November 2024, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.
Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.
Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.
NB:
If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy qualification, and you are successful in your application, it is a requirement that you complete this within 12 months of commencing the training. VoiceAbility will fund this training.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our diocese has exciting plans for an ambitious growth programme to extend our ministry in local communities. We are looking to appoint a Project Manager to drive this forward.
- Can you lead the regular project reporting, evaluation and financial planning of these exciting projects?
- Do you have skills in communication, stakeholder engagement and project monitoring?
If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Growth is a priority for our diocese and the successful Project Manager will work with our churches, Ministry Areas and Bishop's & Diocesan Office teams.
For more information or an informal chat – please contact Isabel Thompson (Diocesan Secretary)
Application form and full profile available on our Website
Closing date – Monday 25th November at 9am
Interviews - Friday 6th December at the Diocesan Office, 64 Caerau Road, Newport
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an opportunity for you to join an established charity that has an excellent reputation locally as a trusted partner and as a great place to work. You’ll be a part of a small, but committed team with big ambitions that works cohesively and effectively together to get things done.
You will provide generalist level advice and casework focused on welfare benefits, housing and energy as well as offering non-monetary debt advice about priority debts and budgeting.
You’ll help people to understand their rights and responsibilities by exploring their problems in depth. You'll proactively encourage clients to take responsibility for completing actions to resolve problems themselves. Taking responsibility for cases and advocating on behalf of clients where appropriate.
You’ll work closely with our key partners across North Lincolnshire within the statutory and voluntary and community sectors and ensure clients receive a good quality and holistic service that supports individuals to remove the financial and psychological barriers to achieving positive outcomes and build resilience for the future.
This role is offered both on a trainee and a qualified basis. For the trainee position we’re not necessarily looking for someone who has previous experience working within the advice sector, as long as you’re empathetic and able to provide person-centred support in a non-judgemental way we can provide full training.
What we offer our staff
We provide an employee assistance scheme managed by LifeWorks. Benefits include:
- 24/7 - 365 telephone helpline
- LifeWorks online support website
- LifeWorks app
- 6 sessions of face to face counselling per issue – unlimited issues per annum
- Employee legal helpline
- Consulting services – financial, debt advice, housing, relocation, parenting, eldercare, work performance, health and wellness advice and much more
- Childcare and eldercare matching service
- Savings on everyday purchases and life events
- Access for family members and dependants – excluding counselling and legal advice
Annual leave: Annual leave is 28 days from 1st January to 31st December, plus 8 bank holidays
The deadline for applications is the 17 November 2024
Interviews will be held 26 November 2024
The Diocese of Derby is committed to becoming a greener, net diocese as it responds to the fifth mark of mission, to strive to safeguard the integrity of creation and sustain and renew the life of the earth. The postholder will work in collaboration with existing and yet to be appointed officers within a new ‘buildings for mission’ sub-team within the Department of Discipleship, Mission & Ministry to facilitate smooth administration and communication which will resource churches, schools and other Christian communities to cherish creation through the reduction/ elimination of their carbon footprint.
Key Responsibilities
• Supporting the NZC Programme / Project Manager in monitoring and tracking progress across all
parishes.
• Offer project and contract administration guidance to parishes.
• Work closely with the Diocesan Environmental Engagement Officer in supporting the improvement
of Energy Footprint Tool (EFT) responses.
• Support heads of departments across the diocese both in their NZC work and also in other work
to release time for them to manage their environmental tasks. This work will be of an administrative
nature and vary from department to department.
• Gather data on carbon emissions and progress in the diocesan Action Plan and contribute to the
writing of reports.
• Administer grant-funding streams allocated to the Diocese.
• Ensure all SharePoint folders are up to date and assist in maintaining effective and efficient filing
including the appropriate use of Teams.
• Become familiar with the resources provided by the national NZC and environment teams updating
relevant digital and other media outlets producing communication material as appropriate.
• Support the NZC Working Group including setting dates and venues, writing up the minutes and
organising the paperwork and reporting its work.
• Work closely with the other members of the environment team om matters of common concern
• support the ethos, aims and objectives of the Church of England and the diocese;
Closing date for applications is midnight on the 17th November 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.