Housing Assistant Jobs

Main Purpose: To support the Café and Kitchen Manager in day to day running of the CareTrade’s Café Traineeship Programme at the Southwark Resource Centre, SE17 providing hands on work-based training to autistic jobseekers interested in catering and hospitality careers

This post is based on a full-time salary of £28,000 per annum. Holiday is based on annual leave of 5 weeks plus bank holidays

Reporting to: Café and Kitchen Manager

Line Management responsibility: Café Assistant and between 3 and 4 Trainee Café Assistants (at any one time)

Working with: Southwark Resource Centre Management, Café and Kitchen Manager, Larcom Kitchen Chef, CareTrade Head of Education, TAP Project Coordinator, Administrator and CEO, Café Assistant, Trainee Café Assistants

Place of work: Southwark Resource Centre, Hithard Court, 10 Bradenham Close, SE17 2 QB and CareTrade’s Office, Larcom House, 9 Larcom Street, SE17 1RT

Core Responsibilities:

1. Supervising CareTrade Café throughout the school year (including half terms)

2. To work with the Café and Kitchen Manager to write and prepare training materials for the Trainee Café Assistants

3. Oversee the training of the Trainee Café Assistants (young people with autism) during work placement

4. Monitor the progress of Trainees and write end of placement reports

5. Line Manage the Café Assistant and the Trainee Café Assistants and report to Café and Kitchen Manager

6. To work closely with the Southwark Resource Manager and CareTrade to develop marketing materials and promotions for the Café and Community involvement

7. Responsible for opening and locking up the café and cashing up

8. Prepare coffee and food including: baking cakes, making sandwiches, salads, cooking hot meals.

9. Restock/refill items as necessary and list items that need ordering from suppliers.

10. Check stock in fridge for out of date products and dispose of as necessary.

11. Customer service including taking orders, serving customers and cash handling.

12. Maintain coffee machine including set up, cleaning and refilling with beans.

13. Ensure daily cash up form is filled in and money is in safe.

14. Ensure café is ready for customers on opening.

15. Create a welcoming and professional environment.

16. To help raise awareness of autism amongst customers.

17. To keep the café clean and ensure a high standard of hygiene.

18. To ensure food safety guidelines and laws are adhered to.

19. To ensure a Healthy and Safe working environment for self, staff, trainees and customers.

General Responsibilities:

1. To attend all staff meetings and participate in staff development as required.

2. Promote a positive image of autism, the Project, Southwark Resource Centre, Project partners and CareTrade.

3. Co-operate with all CareTrade and Southwark Resource Centre staff in maintaining good relationships with outside agencies and the general public in order to promote the charity and win increased support for its work

4. Co-operate with all CareTrade and Southwark Resource Centre staff in maintaining harmonious inter-personal relationships. Ensure that your conduct within and outside of your work place does not conflict with professional expectations.

5. Ensure an awareness and observation of Fire and Health and Safety Regulations at the work place.

6. Ensure the respect, dignity and rights to privacy of both students and staff as far as possible.

7. Work within all CareTrade and Southwark Resource Centre policies and procedures, in particular Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality and Data Protection.

8. Carry out any duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job and the title of the post, as required by your Line Manager.

The job description reflects the present requirements of the post. You will be expected to carry out other activities that are within the scope of the role.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young people who use our services and as such expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff must provide a current, adequate and relevant DBS Certificate or be willing for CareTrade to process a new enhanced DBS application. All staff must have a satisfactory enhanced DBS check prior to starting.

Confidentiality: All staff are required to maintain confidentiality for all areas of the CareTrade Charitable Trust, partner organisations, its staff, and its work. The nature of the work entrusts people with confidential information about clients/service users, their families and staff within CareTrade and partner organisations. Any breach of this confidentiality will constitute gross misconduct. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young people and adults who use our services and as such expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff must provide a current, adequate and relevant DBS Certificate or be willing for CareTrade to process a new enhanced DBS application. All staff must have a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (formerly CRB check) prior to starting.

Applications are sought from all suitably qualified sections of the community.

Job Types: Full-time

Pay: £28,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 24/11/2024

Trusts Fundraiser

Hours: 35 hours a week. Flexible working considered.

Salary: £40,553 - £44,822

Contract: Permanent

Location: London (with hybrid working options)

More than one in four children is growing up in poverty in the UK. It doesn’t have to be this way. If you have a track record in trusts fundraising and believe in tackling social and economic injustice, then you could play an important role in helping Child Poverty Action Group deliver on its mission.

CPAG’s grant income from trusts, foundations, and some statutory income has grown significantly to nearly £2 million annually. The Trusts Fundraiser will work with the Head of Fundraising to expand the pipeline, raise restricted and unrestricted grant income, and build relations with funders.

You will have outstanding communication skills, a highly organised approach to work, strong self-motivation and enjoy working in a small team.

We understand that many people, especially people who identify as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds or from other underrepresented groups, only apply for jobs when they believe they match all the criteria. If you don’t meet all the criteria in the person specification and want to play a role in helping to tackle UK child poverty, please consider applying.

We operate a hybrid working system and would be happy to discuss any flexibilities required. CPAG is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion which you can read more about in the job pack.

For more information about this post and to apply download the Trusts Fundraiser job pack and application form.

If you have questions or need specific arrangements or reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process please contact us at the email address listed in the application pack.

Closing date for applications: 9am, Monday 18th November 2024

Interviews will be held in London on: Monday 25th and Wednesday 27th November 2024

Young People Support Worker

We have a new role available for a Young People Support Worker to join Depaul UK to ensure that every client leaves a Depaul service with the skills and resilience to be confident and self-determining in their lives.

Position: Young People Support Worker

Location: Islington, London

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-Time – Three-week rolling (two weekends off/one on)

Shifts: 8:00am – 14:00pm and 12:00pm to 20:00pm

Salary: £27,636 per annum (ILW) plus pension and other benefits

Closing Date: Sunday 10th November 2024

About the Role

To work as part of a team delivering an assessment, support and move on service to vulnerable clients in supported or community-based accommodation. Your work will be underpinned by the Depaul Endeavour model of assets-based, psychologically informed delivery. The aim of which is to ensure that every client leaves a Depaul service with the skills and resilience to be confident and self-determining in their lives.

Working under the direction, guidance and support of a manager/senior worker you will be responsible for a caseload of (5) clients as well as share responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of all clients, volunteers and staff in the service.

In accommodation-based services, you will ensure that the accommodation is properly maintained and support the client to sustain their tenancy and participate in a positive and successful move on. The role will have responsibility under Depaul’s commitment to successfully deliver the contracted outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

· You will ensure the safety and well-being of clients in the service at all times possible including using Safeguarding and emergency alert procedures as applicable,

· It should not be seen as precluding future changes after appointment to this role.

· You will carry a caseload of clients for whom you will be the named key worker, and you will also take joint responsibility with your team members for the well-being and day-to-day support of all clients in the services

· You will lead on risk and needs assessment and support planning for your key clients and contribute to ongoing needs and risk assessment of other clients in the service

· You will develop and implement SMART outcomes-based support plans for your key clients

· You will deliver one-to-one and group support opportunities within their accommodation and in the local community aimed at increasing resilience in the clients we work with.

· You will proactively work in partnership with multiple agencies including statutory teams, to support the wellbeing of Depaul clients in accordance with data protection and information sharing protocols.

· You will be flexible, reflective and creative in your engagement with clients and personalised in your support to them.

About You

You will need to have the following skills and experience:

· Experience working with the client group.

· An understanding and commitment to working in an assets-based way.

· An understanding of the needs of people who have experienced homelessness, poor mental health, and substance use.

· A knowledge and understanding of Risk Assessments and Support Planning.

· Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills.

· Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures.

· Commitment to working in a manner, which promotes diversity and equality ensuring that everyone is treated with respect and dignity and no one, suffers from discrimination.

· Commitment to promoting an environment, which has the highest regard for the Health and Safety of others.

· High-level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain boundaries.

In return for working here, you will receive:

· A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role

· Flexible working model for suitable roles

· 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service

· Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.

· Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service

· Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.

· Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.

· Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More​

· Death in service (4x Base salary)

· Legal Advice line

About the Organisation

Depaul UK delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within. Our organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes.

You may have experience in areas such as: Support Worker, Peer Support, Project Manager, Care Caseworker, Youth Project Coordinator, Youth Caseworker, Care Worker, Health Care Assistant, Support Worker, Nurses, Social Care Worker, Care Assistant, #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Independent Prescriber

Location: Sheffield, S3 8UG

Salary: £40,440 - £58,190 per annum

Waythrough launched in October 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Their vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. They tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.

They have almost 200 services around England – and nearly 3,500 amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year their services support around 125,000 people.

The Role

Are you a Nurse or Pharmacist with an Independent Prescriber qualification and a passion for delivering evidence-based treatments and interventions in Substance Misuse?

They are seeking dedicated professionals like you to join their team in Sheffield and make a meaningful impact on people's lives.

Skills and Qualifications

• · Independent Prescriber qualification
• · RCGP Qualifications Level 1 (and 2 or willingness to work towards)
• · First-level registered general, psychiatric nurse or registered pharmacist

Why Join Them?

At the organisation their Independent Prescribers are essential in implementing good clinical practices and pharmacological/health interventions. When you become a part of their team, you'll benefit from:

• · Work/Life Balance: Flexible working hours to suit your needs.
• · Clinical Support: Regular clinical supervision, appraisal, and revalidation support.
• · Professional Growth: Generous CPD time to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• · Leave Benefits: Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 year's service).
• · Team Collaboration: Work alongside skilled doctors, psychologists, nurses, healthcare assistants, and administrators.
• · Impactful Work: Provide tailored support to service users in an efficient, safe, and effective way.

Benefits

• · Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service)
• · Annual leave purchase scheme
• · Enhanced occupational sick pay
• · Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
• · Death in service benefit
• · Free Will writing
• · Eyecare vouchers
• · Blue light card discount
• · Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
• · Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies
• · Happy, Healthy You! – their wellbeing offers for their workforce
• · Employee Assist Programme and Humankind Support Networks

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Waythrough, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

InCommon is a charity bringing generations together. We create opportunities for young people and older people to learn from one another, fostering mutual inspiration, growth, and a stronger sense of community.

We're looking for a Programme Manager to develop our Empower programme. In this role, you'll be supporting grassroots intergenerational projects across the country to start and flourish through an online platform and support offer.

You’ll match up schools and retirement homes, build relationships with key stakeholders and support them to use the platform to coordinate intergenerational projects. Your efficient, thoughtful and professional approach will build trust and lead to close working relationships.

This is a really exciting new stage of the programme’s development and has the potential for you to build the Empower team. You’ll also be joining InCommon at an exciting stage of our evolution, with lots of opportunity to add value and guide the direction of a growing charity.

This is the perfect role for you if:

• You’re reliable, trustworthy and authentic
• You take responsibility and deliver results
• You’re a collaborative team player and great communicator
• You’re creative and excited by digital design
• You’re flexible, self-motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• You can lead collaboratively and have experience of line management

Important Note: Due to the nature of the role we will only consider applications from candidates based in or around Birmingham.

People’s Economy aims to build the agency and power of people facing injustice and working for social change so that they have the expertise, capabilities and resources to develop their own analysis of how the economic system is a root cause of the injustice they face, develop strategies to change it and then take action with others. Our vision is for a world with economies that meet the needs and priorities of people currently experiencing economic injustice.

We are looking for people who are: passionate about addressing economic injustice, hold a deep knowledge and connection to Birmingham and are capable of working with and supporting changemakers and community groups across the city.​

We have worked in Birmingham for five years and the need and urgency for our work is greater than ever, with the many live grassroots campaigns across Birmingham mobilising people to come together to save libraries, youth services and social housing. We know that a shared root cause of all of these crises is the city’s economic system. 

This role leads our work across Birmingham to help build our collective capacity to analyse, strategise and take action for economic system change in the city. It will coordinate our Programme team to deliver different initiatives that support a growing movement for economic justice across the city - particularly focused on building support and engagement amongst grassroots changemakers and communities experiencing economic injustice. It will manage projects and resources, conduct programme development and delivery, oversee outreach and partnerships, changemaker recruitment and contribute to fundraising - ultimately play a key role in shaping our regional impact. This position is crucial in coordinating our work across Birmingham and driving meaningful collaboration with local and national stakeholders, in particular working collaboratively with Economic Justice Brum, a long term initiative working on local economic systems change.

Online Open House

Come and meet us! We are hosting an online open house on Monday October 28th at 12pm for anyone who is interested in hearing more about the roles we’re currently hiring for or what People’s Economy is all about.

You can use this space to ask any questions you might have about the role, find out more about the organisation and meet some of our staff team. Curious?  This will be hosted as a webinar and questions can be submitted via the Q&A function so you will be able to remain anonymous unless you choose to unmute or turn on your video to ask a question.

Sign up here:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w2oUR_ckS6ycbSMqExXrkw#/registration 

Job Description

Birmingham Programme Development

• Working closely with the Programme Director and the Programme Team, lead the translation of People’s Economy’s strategy into a programme of work in Birmingham
• Working closely with the Programme Director and the Programme Team, identify the resources People’s Economy needs to deliver its strategy in Birmingham and contribute to fundraising for the organisation’s programme of work in Birmingham
• Working closely with Programme Director lead outreach and relationship building with community and civil society partners, including members of the Economic Justice Brum
• Working closely with the Head of Community, lead the development of People’s Economy’s programme of outreach and relationship building with changemakers in Birmingham including current grassroots campaigns such as Save Birmingham, Save Birmingham Youth Service (SBYS), Ladywood Unite, Save Druids Heath and the Birmingham Fair Housing Campaign.

Birmingham Programme Delivery

• Working closely with the Programme Team, coordinate the delivery of People’s Economy’s programme of work in Birmingham and ensure it is well embedded, integrated and supportive in the local economic justice landscape
• Play a leading role in our collaborative work with Economic Justice Brum ensuring consistent coordination, support and relational working
• Lead our work on developing and delivering a creative communications plan for Economic Justice Brum, as People’s Economy is its appointed communications partner
• Lead on organising the logistics and resources required to effectively deliver People’s Economy’s programme of work in Birmingham 
• Working closely with the Programme Team, coordinate the monitoring, evaluation and learning of People’s Economy’s programme of work in Birmingham
• Working closely with the Programme Team, recruit and onboard changemakers from Birmingham to opportunities within People’s Economy’s training and support programmes
• With support from the Head of Training, contribute to the delivery of learning and skills sessions when appropriate
• Facilitate spaces and workshops for our changemakers, partners and other stakeholders
• Maintain relationships with changemakers from Birmingham while they are involved in People’s Economy’s programmes and act as a key point of contact

Supporting other work strands

• Feed into the development and implementation of other work strands including community building and the organisational communications strategy

Managing projects and people

• Work with the Head of People and Operations to recruit freelancers to help deliver People’s Economy’s programme work in Birmingham
• Line manage freelancers contributing to People’s Economy’s programme of work in Birmingham, and any staff roles which (in future) report to Programme Manager Birmingham
• Manage (or contribute to) non-programme projects that contribute to achieving People’s Economy’s goals, as agreed with the Programme Director
• Work collaboratively with the Programme Team to ensure a joined-up approach across People’s Economy’s work Financial management and income generation
• With support from the Programme Director, develop and manage budgets for programme work in Birmingham
• With support from the Programme Director, contribute to income generation by leading the development of agreed identified opportunities, including by holding key relationships with existing and potential funders

Financial management and income generation

• With support from the Programme Director, develop and manage budgets for programme work in Birmingham
• With support from the Programme Director, contribute to income generation by leading the development of agreed identified opportunities, including by holding key relationships with existing and potential funders

For full role description and person specification see attached application pack

Junior Finance Officer (Sales Ledger)

Location: Hybrid (minimum 40% office-based)

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £25,753 - £27,573 (pro-rata £15,452 - £16,544)

Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week with flexible scheduling options

Do you want to drive change while advancing your finance skills?

As a Junior Finance Officer at Suzy Lamplugh Trust, you’ll be integral in managing essential sales ledger functions, contributing to impactful safety initiatives, and working alongside a passionate, mission-driven team. This role offers you the opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference.

About Suzy Lamplugh Trust

This role represents a chance to join the UK’s leading personal safety charity and authority on stalking prevention. Established in memory of Suzy Lamplugh, who tragically went missing in 1986, our Trust pioneers work in reducing abuse, aggression, and violence through education, advocacy, and direct support.

Our achievements include:

· Training over one million lone and frontline workers across various sectors in personal safety

· Driving legislative changes to improve public safety

· Supporting over 75,000 victims of stalking through our National Stalking Helpline and advocacy services

Role Overview

The Junior Finance Officer will manage sales ledger transactions, ensuring accurate, timely financial data that supports the Trust's internal financial controls and monthly reconciliations. You’ll collaborate with various departments, uphold best practices, and contribute directly to the Trust’s financial integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

· Issue client invoices and accurately input sales receipts

· Generate and update weekly aged debtors reports

· Support the credit controller with debt follow-up and respond to client inquiries

· Complete new supplier forms and maintain accurate supplier data

· Reconcile monthly invoices and handle sales ledger queries

· Conduct monthly bank reconciliations and back up financial data

· Reconcile weekly Commercial CRM records (training provided)

What We Offer:

At Suzy Lamplugh Trust, we value the commitment and expertise of our staff and are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package:

· Flexible 21-Hour Work Week: Design a schedule that works for you—our part-time hours are adaptable to fit your availability and our needs

· Hybrid Working: With a minimum of 40% office-based work

· Generous Leave Package: 28 days annual leave (pro-rata for part-time) increasing with length of service, plus public holidays

· Special Leave: Including days for personal milestones, like moving house or celebrating your birthday

· Pension Contribution: 5% employer contribution

· Health & Wellbeing App: Access to counselling, advice, and discounts

· Occupational Sick Pay increasing with service

· Additional Perks: Cycle to Work scheme, interest-free travel loan for season tickets, and regular team events

How to Apply:

Suzy Lamplugh Trust is dedicated to equality and inclusivity. Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience align with the job requirements. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Deadline: 25th November 2024, by 5:30 PM

Join us in building safer communities and empowering people across the UK.

In every part of our society, from classrooms to boardrooms and from football pitches to building sites, more people need more support for their mental health and well-being. At Response, we are rising to the challenge and putting the person first. We need you to help us achieve that.

RESPONSE is looking for three Trustees with experience in any of the following areas: Social or Supported Housing, Human Resources, Public Relations and Mental Health to become a Trustee. You would  play a vital role in the running of our fantastic organisation through contributing to and ensuring effective delivery of our strategy. A genuine interest and commitment to the organisation's Mission, Values and Strategic Goals is essential along with an understanding of compliance, risk management and control of processes.

For over 50 years, RESPONSE has been pioneering mental health and wellbeing services that enable individuals to live the fulfilled lives they deserve.  We have grown significantly in the last five years and now support over 400 adults with serious mental illness and hundreds of Young People with mental health and wellbeing across West Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire (BOB).

Our values are Caring, Creative, Safe and Aspirational.  We’re CARING- we connect with each other on a human level and believe in the power of conversation. The human warmth of our 230 colleagues translates to the work they do to support others, and is ultimately why we’re one of the leading providers of mental health support. Do you also possess these qualities and have a genuine desire to make a difference?

Our AMBITION is illustrated in our numerous NHS and Council contracts and turnover of around £18m, meaning we’re now well-placed to deliver future growth and even more vital life-changing services to both young people and adults. Response aims to diversify their portfolio even further and open new services in Buckinghamshire and Berkshire alongside still developing new services in Oxfordshire.

As a large and growing organisation, we need Trustees who can invest a suitable amount of time, on a flexible basis, each month. As a guide, a Trustee could be investing around 6 hours a month to RESPONSE (in addition to the formal board meetings, which take place bi-monthly). However, if you are unable to commit to this time, we would still like to speak to you about what you can offer!

Response will continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees and individuals accessing our services. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants that are representative of the individuals we support. For further information and to find out how to apply please visit the RESPONSE website: . Alternatively, if you would like to arrange an initial informal conversation with Nicola Leavesley (CEO) please contact Claire Pouncey, Executive PA on

Are you an experienced fundraiser and empathic leader, driven by strong positive values? Do you want to lead a dedicated team in making an impactful difference for children and young adults with life limiting conditions? If so, Naomi House & Jacksplace needs YOU!

For over 27 years, Naomi House & Jacksplace has been dedicated providing expert care for children and their families. As we look to the future, we are committed to evolving and innovating the way we engage with our supporters. That’s where you come in!

What We’re Looking For:

We are seeking an inspiring Head of Fundraising to guide our talented team of fundraisers. You’ll play a vital role in setting ambitious income targets and fostering long-lasting relationships with our valued donors. Your strong track record in fundraising and proven leadership skills will be crucial in achieving our mission.

Key Requirements:

We are looking for someone to work on a full time basis.
A valid driving license and access to a car are essential, as you'll support events beyond standard office hours.
If you’re ready to use your skills to make a significant impact in the lives of those in need, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and help us continue providing crucial care and support to families for years to come. We will respond quickly to potential candidates.
Let’s make every moment count together!

Why join us?

Be at the forefront of a professional team driven by passion for our cause.  
Lead innovative fundraising initiatives and ensure our operations align with our values. 
Enjoy the challenge of a demanding role that brings immense satisfaction as you witness the direct impact of your efforts.

Benefits include a competitive salary, 28 days holiday, group pension scheme, life assurance and the opportunity to work in an organisation where every job matters! 

Turn2us is a national charity tackling financial insecurity. We work with co-producers and partners to provide people in financial crisis with the means and agency to get back on their feet, build resilience, move forward with their lives and thrive.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to equity, inclusion and diversity and the value people from different backgrounds bring to a team. If, like us, you believe everyone has the right to have enough to live on, and you are ambitious about eradicating poverty, join us and build your career with a charity dedicated to ensuring dignity and equity for all.

As the Programmes Assistant at Turn2us, you’ll be a vital member of the Edinburgh Trust team within our Programmes & Partnerships Directorate. Your work will support the Head of Edinburgh Trust, allowing them to focus on strategic initiatives related to poverty reduction, co-production, and community engagement. The role includes a variety of tasks such as managing the Head’s diary and inbox, coordinating meetings, and maintaining an efficient filing system for key documents across the programmes portfolio. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to engage with exciting initiatives, connect with diverse stakeholders, and expand your knowledge and experience in areas like programme management and community support, all while contributing to our mission of tackling financial insecurity.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in administration or a similar role, with strong skills in diary management. You should possess excellent organisational and time management abilities, enabling you to effectively juggle multiple tasks. We are looking for someone who is adaptable, proactive, empathetic, and skilled in communication and collaboration. An open-minded approach and the ability to devise creative solutions to administrative challenges are essential.

We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that all employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 4 days a month.

Some roles may be required to be in the office more often than others and this will be agreed with the hiring manager upon starting at Turn2us.

Please note that all job offers are subject to 2 – 3 satisfactory references and a disclosure satisfactory to Turn2us from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).

Closing date: 11/11/2024

1st interview date: 21/11/2024

IMPORTANT NOTE: We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. We will close applications and move to the interview stage when we have a pool of strong applicants to interview, likely towards the end of October.

People’s Economy aims to build the agency and power of people facing injustice and working for social change so that they have the expertise, capabilities and resources to develop their own analysis of how the economic system is a root cause of the injustice they face, develop strategies to change it and then take action with others. Our vision is for a world with economies that meet the needs and priorities of people currently experiencing economic injustice.

The Movement Collaboration Lead or Senior Movement Collaboration Lead (depending on experience) will work closely with the Programme Director and the Programme Team to lead the development and delivery of an exciting emerging programme of work building collaboration for economic system change between grassroots groups and new economy organisations. 

We are looking for people who are: passionate about addressing economic injustice, are excited about the role of collaboration in creating systems change and capable of creating partnerships and strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

The first twelve months of this programme will take an action inquiry approach to facilitate a mixed group of new economy organisations and grassroots groups through a collaborative process that will develop shared knowledge and practice about  how we  can effectively and equitably collaborate on economic systems change work through practical experiments, facilitated dialogue and collaborative research.

The role will involve responsibilities for project managing and delivering this work including programme development and delivery, developing partnerships, changemaker recruitment and support, conducting desk research and interviews, managing and running events, supporting project related fundraising, conducting project learning and evaluation and writing a learning report about the project. 

Following this first year we plan to scale work on supporting collaboration between grassroots groups and new economy organisations, subject to funding we hope this could become a permanent role.

All programme roles in the People’s Economy team support work across the programme team and we see a postholder likely working on the Action Inquiry for 0.4 FTE and supporting other work strands depending on their relevant skills, experiences and interests for 0.2 FTE.

Online Open House

Come and meet us! We are hosting an online open house on Monday October 28th at 12pm for anyone who is interested in hearing more about the roles we’re currently hiring for or what People’s Economy is all about.

You can use this space to ask any questions you might have about the role, find out more about the organisation and meet some of our staff team. Curious?  This will be hosted as a webinar and questions can be submitted via the Q&A function so you will be able to remain anonymous unless you choose to unmute or turn on your video to ask a question.

Sign up here:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w2oUR_ckS6ycbSMqExXrkw#/registration

Job Description

Project Development

• Working closely with the Programme Director and the Programme Team, lead the translation of existing strategic thinking, planning and relationship building into a project plan.
• Working closely with the Programme Director and the Programme Team, contribute to business planning and fundraising for future development of the action inquiry beyond the first year.
• Working closely with Programme Director lead outreach and relationship building with new economy organisations, funders and other relevant stakeholders.
• Working closely with the Head of Community, lead outreach and relationship building with changemakers and grassroots groups for the action inquiry.
• Working closely with the Programme Director, develop a plan for learning and evaluation of the project.

Project Delivery

• Working closely with the Programme Team, coordinate the delivery of the action inquiry.
• Lead on organising the logistics and resources required to effectively deliver the action inquiry 
• Working closely with the Programme Team, recruit and onboard changemakers to the project
• With support from the Head of Training, contribute to the delivery of learning and skills sessions as part of the inquiry
• Manage and execute the delivery of events as part of the action inquiry
• Maintain relationships with changemakers while they are involved in the project and act as a key point of contact
• Working closely with the Programme Team, coordinate the monitoring, evaluation and learning of the project
• With input from the Programme Team and relevant project partners write a learning report at the end of the first year of the action inquiry.
• Plan and deliver a research element of the project aimed at gathering learnings from other sectors on equitable and effective collaboration.
• Working with the Programme team develop a communications plan to raise the profile of the project and share learnings throughout the year.

Supporting other work strands

• Manage (or contribute to) other projects that contribute to achieving People’s Economy’s goals, as agreed with the Programme Director
• Work collaboratively with the Programme Team to ensure a joined-up approach across People’s Economy’s work
• These areas will be discussed and identified depending on the appointed candidates' relevant skills, experience and expertise - examples include providing programme management support of our migrant justice programme or supporting the development of our regional work in London.

Financial management and income generation

• With support from the Programme Director, develop and manage budgets for the action inquiry
• With support from the Programme Director, contribute to income generation by leading the development of agreed identified opportunities, including by holding key relationships with existing and potential funders

For full role description and person specification see attached application pack

**Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so please apply ASAP. For suitable applicants, a detailed brief will be shared and support provided with formal application.**

Prostate Cancer UK (PCUK) is the largest men’s health charity in the UK. They have a simple ambition – to stop prostate cancer damaging lives. The charity invest millions in research to revolutionise testing, treatment and care. And they work tirelessly to spread the word about risk and offer specialist support to people living with the disease.

PCUK's sector leading Events and Community fundraising team raises c.£12m through a programme of Community, Sporting Events and Virtual Products. Along with recruiting teams in events such as the TCS London Marathon, Great North Run and the London Landmarks Half Marathon, they also deliver two-charity owned cycling events, the Grand Depart Classic and the Big Blue Bike Ride. Since 2020, the team have experienced income growth of 35%, and their activity has been recognised across the sector, featuring in the Massive Top 25 for five consecutive years.

The role of Sporting Events Manager offers an exciting oportunity to lead on the strategy and delivery of the charity’s flagship walking event, March for Men, which raises c.£450k. A key focus will be with a key focus on co-creating and delivering a robust marketing plan.

As Sporting Events Manager, you will: 

• Support the Assistant Head of Events & Community Fundraising to generate income through their Sporting Events programme of walking, running and cycling activities. The income for the events team is c.£3.3m, with expenditure of c.£1.1m.
• Lead on strategy and delivery of PCUK’s flagship walking event, March for Men, which raises c.£450k. You will project manage the event, co-creating and managing the recruitment marketing plan, delivering the supporter journey to drive participant value and working with an external delivery partners
• Work closely with the Black Healthy Equity Team to increase representation across PCUK’s activity portfolio, with a focus on March for Men to ensure it’s a diverse and inclusive event
• Drive and report on operational plans and budgets to generate medium and long-term sustainable income, taking responsibility for team outcomes including financial and key result reporting
• Line manage and support a Sporting Events Coordinator and Sporting Events Executive

Ideal skills and experience:

• Ability to project manage and deliver large scale fundraising events, including leading complicated programmes with multiple partners
• Excellent organisational skills to support complex activity streams – using own initiative when required and able to manage multiple and competing priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment
• Experience of engaging with a range of stakeholders and managing relationships right up to the most senior levels
• Experienced people manager, able to motivate and manage a team to deliver excellent results

Employee benefits

Benefits include: 

• Flexible working, which includes hybrid working with core working hours of 10am to 4pm Monday to Friday, unless otherwise agreed
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after three full years service
• After one years’ service you have the option to buy and sell up to an additional week’s annual leave (subject to minimum/maximum leave)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Healthcare Cash Plan (Medicash)
• 50% discount on multi-gym membership. Our closest gym – Cottons London Bridge (next to our London Bridge office) – is a Tier 1 facility
• Life assurance (3 x annual salary)
• Free income protection scheme

Prostate Cancer UK believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to building a strong and innovative workplace, that represents, and can advocate for the communities we support. We stand against discrimination and prejudice, and we champion tolerance, fairness and equality in everything they do.

PCUK are committed to righting health inequalities across the UK, starting with those faced by Black men who are at double risk. This includes ground-breaking research into Black men’s risk and working with communities directly to overcome barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer. Therefore, PCUK are particularly interested in applications from those from marginalised and vulnerable communities. This will help PCUK to create an environment of inclusion where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, where personal qualities are as important as professional experience, and our people feel seen and heard.

Salary:€85,000 - €100,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.

Type:  Full-time, permanent.

Location: Castleriver House, (1st Floor), 14/15 Parliament Square, Dublin 2.  Whilst the role is hybrid, this is a key leadership position requiring the post holder to be visible and present in the Dublin office and for meetings in the city at least 2-3 days per week.

About our client

The Irish Council for Civil Liberties (ICCL) is Ireland’s oldest and largest independent human rights organisation.   Fully independent of government and fearless in its advocacy for human rights, ICCL has a long and successful track record in defending human rights and civil liberties and has been at the forefront of all the key human rights debates in Irish society over almost five decades.  In all of its work, ICCL is passionate in its determination to bring about a fairer and more equal Ireland, where all rights are guaranteed without exception and where the State and other powerful interests are held to account.

About the role

A rare and exciting opportunity has now arisen to lead ICCL as Executive Director. The role is the most senior position within ICCL and the public face of the organisation, responsible for the successful direction and management of ICCL whilst providing thought leadership, advocacy and voice to civil and human rights in Ireland and on the international stage.  The Executive Director reports directly to the Board of ICCL.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Board and senior management team to:

• deliver the mission, vision and strategy of the organisation;
• manage the operations of ICCL including policy development, programmes and services, finances and staffing;
• build and develop ICCL’s networks and key relationships;
• raise funds to support ICCL’s work and maintain relationships with ICCL’s funders and supporters.

If you are:

• an inspiring leader with expertise in human rights, civil liberties and/or equality;
• an experienced senior manager with the skills to lead a small and committed organisation;
• a compelling and influential communicator, used to engaging with high-level stakeholders and;
• your values and ethics align with ICCL,

then this could be the role for you!

The recruitment campaign for this position is being managed exclusively on behalf of the Irish Council for Civil Liberties (ICCL) by non-profit specialist recruitment consultancy CCI Executive Search.

It is CCI’s policy to ensure that as much accommodation as possible is provided to facilitate the participation of individuals with special needs in the recruitment process and the workplace. If you require any specific accommodations, please let us know.

Deadline for applications: 20/11/2024 15:00

Our Supporter Services team plays a key role in ensuring that our fundraising teams administration processes are effective and efficient as possible. Your role as Supporter Services and Fulfilment executive means that you will need to work across the whole of the directorate to implement changes that benefit our supporters as well as our fundraising teams.

You will need to be solution focused and be able to work with teams across the whole of the organisation to ensure that our supporters receive the best possible service, whilst increasing their loyalty.

Working as part of this small team a keen eye for detail is needed by everyone who works in it.

Part of the role will involve you managing the teams third party service providers who support various fundraising activities throughout the year, so experience in this area of account management is essential.

In the role you will be expected to engage with our supporters on a regular basis, so you will need to be an excellent communicator both verbally and in writing. 

Data forms part of this job and therefore you will need to be proficient in the use of Excel and be able to present facts and figures in ways that are clear and concise.

You should expect to work on your own on some pieces of work as well as part of a team on others.

The ability to multi-task, be flexible and manage competing priorities is essential to succeed in this role. 

This is a hybrid role linked to Barnardo House, Barkingside and attendance at the office is needed at least one day per week.