Hr Operations Manager Jobs

We are delighted to be working in partnership with Vineyard Community, a Christian charity in Richmond that is committed to helping people through tough times and giving them the chance to thrive. Whether someone’s facing homelessness, food poverty, escaping abuse, or battling mental health challenges, Vineyard Community is there with care and support. In our busy world, it’s easy to miss those struggling around us, but at Vineyard Community, they take the time to listen, connect, and see the person behind the story. By offering kindness and hope, they’re helping people rebuild their dreams and find a brighter future. Together, they are inspiring change and restoring hope.

Vineyard Community is seeking a Business Manager, this is a brand new role. As the Business Manager you’ll play a key role in strengthening the charity’s operations and ensuring its financial resources, people, systems are aligned to achieve the Five-Year Strategic Plan. You will work closely with the CEO, ensuring smooth administration and background operations while stepping in during the CEO’s absence. From drafting the Annual Income and Expenditure Budget to overseeing Monthly Management Accounts, you’ll ensure the charity’s financial health. You’ll also maintain legal compliance in employment practices and ensure IT systems support operational needs. With your leadership and skills, you’ll help Vineyard Community stay efficient and focused that will enable more lives to be transformed.

The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate:

• Experience in operational delivery in central operation functions
• Experience of financial planning, managing budgets and producing financial reports for senior stakeholders
• Experience of managing HR issues and a working knowledge of HR best practice and legislation
• Excellent relational skills, able to lead, enthuse and inspire other colleagues

This is a wonderful opportunity for a Christian to join a charity that’s seeks to follow the example set by Jesus. You’ll be a part of a passionate caring team, committed to supporting those in crisis, offering hope, and making a lasting, positive impact.

For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Nick Thomas, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian.

Contract & Hours: Permanent. Full time 37.5 hrs or Part time (min 30 hrs pw)

Location: Hybrid/Richmond (on-site min 2 days pw)

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 15th January 2025 

Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by close of play on 21st January 2025

Interviews with Vineyard Community: Week commencing 3rd February 2025

A note from Charisma

Don’t feel like you meet all of the requirements?  We’d still love to chat, we’re a people first recruitment partner.  We specialise in charity recruitment with over 22 years’ experience working as a consultancy who support inspiring professionals find the perfect roles in transformational organisation

Longleigh is a grant-making foundation dedicated to supporting individuals and communities served by the social housing sector.

We are a small but mighty, and values-driven organisation, and are fully committed to being compassionate, collaborative, agile, insightful and ethical, in all our actions, work and interactions.

We are looking for someone to join our small, fully remote working team to work with our Head of Finance & Operations. The role is to help ensure the efficient, accurate and effectve running of Longleigh’s back-office functions and processes, primarily in delivering the organisation’s day-to-day finance administration , as well as supporting our Finance and Operations Manager with the administrative side of our HR and IT services.

To apply, upload your CV and a cover letter detailing how you meet the person specification sections, with examples (no more than two/three sides of A4, size 12 font please)

VAS is looking for an experienced Director of Operations to join our leadership team. We’re looking for a collaborative leader who can develop and support teams across VAS to deliver our purpose for the sector and the city.

The Director of Operations will oversee the efficiency and impact of daily operations, ensuring that our programs, finances, people, and resources align with our purpose, priorities and values. The Director of Operations will play a key role in ensuring the viability of the organisation, specifically overseeing strategic finance, HR, operational systems, developing programme management and leading our priority 5 ambition

Business Manager 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Manager to drive excellence and support the development of an ambitious specialist charity in Sheffield.

Due to the nature of the role this post is only open to women: The Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1 applies.

Position: Business Manager

Salary: £36,000 per annum pro rata

Location: Sheffield-based with some flexibility

Hours: 30–37.5 hours per week (to be agreed)

Closing Date: Monday 3rd February at 5pm

About the Role:

As Business Manager you will be part of the Senior Management Team, you’ll lead operational functions, manage a dedicated team, and ensure the organisation delivers exceptional services to survivors. Key responsibilities include overseeing HR, finance, IT, facilities, and safeguarding processes, as well as supporting contract management and deputising for the CEO when needed.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a vital organisation and be part of a collaborative team making a tangible difference.

About You:

We’re looking for an experienced leader with:

• Strong operational management experience, including HR, finance, and compliance.

• Proven ability to manage teams and drive organisational performance.

• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

• A commitment to the organisation’s ethos, values, and the empowerment of survivors.

• Experience in the third sector, safeguarding, and fundraising is desirable but not essential.

About the Organisation:

The organisation provides critical support for survivors of sexual violence across Sheffield. Services include counselling, wellbeing programmes, and criminal justice support. As part of the team, you’ll join a forward-thinking, inclusive charity dedicated to empowering survivors and improving their lives.

It is an occupational requirement that the post holder is a woman, in line with the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9, part 1 and paragraph 1.

A satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure will be required by the post holder. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are not entitled to withhold information and must declare all convictions, including spent convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings. Any information given will be completely confidential and will be considered only in relation to any application or positions to which the Order applies.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Operations Manager, Charity Manager, HR and Compliance Manager, Programme Manager, or Non-Profit Business Lead.

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

The purpose of your role

We’re looking for a Recruitment Operations Officer to join our award-winning team to support the operational delivery of the recruitment, selection and onboarding processes for all Police Now programmes, to enable us to achieve our ambitious mission.

You will have oversight of the Recruitment & Marketing department’s governance structures which underpin all our day-to-day delivery; from policies and processes, to reporting infrastructure, planning, implementation and evaluation cycles, and quality assurance and compliance. This dynamic and varied role will include internal cross-team and external stakeholder collaboration, bringing structure to ambiguity, and opportunities for consistency across the organisation.

You will be a system expert, owning our candidate communications platform and supporting the continued development and best practice use of our applicant tracking system. You will manage several projects, often acting as a first escalation point for issues, troubleshooting and problem-solving queries that arise.

This is a critical role within our team and there is true scope to innovate and optimise within your areas of responsibility, with support and guidance from our Recruitment Delivery Manager, giving you the opportunity to bring your creativity alongside knowledge and experience to the team.

Key responsibilities

• Work collaboratively within our Recruitment Delivery sub-team of eight, contributing to a high-performance culture and ensuring a high-quality candidate experience.
• Take a hands-on role developing and maintaining the Recruitment & Marketing department governance structures, including taking the lead in updating policies and processes each year, as well as ownership for specific frameworks such as quality assurance and candidate experience surveys.
• Lead the continued evolution of our reporting structures, designing sophisticated dashboards and tools and regularly reporting to senior stakeholders on progress to targets, SLA compliance and operating performance. Conduct thorough evaluations at the end of each campaign to make recommendations for future improvements to our operations and delivery.
• Ensure the successful ongoing delivery of our cohort implementation and candidate journey, by maintaining and evolving our candidate communications platforms including multiple inboxes and live chat; supporting the continued development and best practice use of our applicant tracking systems; and managing stakeholder and team communication and training related to relevant systems and platforms. 
• Oversee and deliver key compliance-based projects throughout the recruitment yearly cycle on time and to a high standard, including leading our post-offer pre-employment checks such as degree certificate verification and referencing, the distribution of final offer letters, and managing cross department data handovers.
• Support with organisational data requests and work with stakeholders across different teams as a directorate Salesforce Champion. Monitor compliance and best practice to ensure we adhere to applicable requirements under GDPR.
• Ad hoc duties to support our busy team including facilitating and/or managing assessment centres and attending events.

Key Requirements 

• Motivation and passion for the Police Now mission, values, and working within the policing sector.
• Knowledge and understanding of the graduate recruitment sector or similar high-volume candidate-driven environment.
• Proficient all-round IT skills, specifically including proven expertise in Microsoft Excel, and ability to develop knowledge and proficiency of Police Now’s applicant tracking, project management, and candidate communication systems.
• Outstanding project management skills combined with high levels of planning and organising ability, able to manage a varied workload, work to short deadlines and prioritise and make decisions effectively using good judgement.
• Experience developing and nurturing external stakeholder/supplier relationships with a personable and approachable style.
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills, able to build relationships and communicate well at all levels whilst understanding conflicting priorities and flexing working style appropriately.
• Impeccable attention to detail and the ability to identify challenges and implement solutions independently, proactively responding to situations.
• There will be a requirement for set days to be worked within the office (approximately 2-3 days per week), or stated venues, to support with the running and delivery of events, as well as infrequent travel nationwide.

What you'll get from us

• A bright, airy and modern office in Zone 1. 
• Competitive salary of£36,000 - £43,000, per annum (dependent on experience and inclusive of London weighting).
• Flexible working. 
• 27 days holiday each year, plus bank holidays.
• A range of hospitality discounts.
• Sanctus coaching (private mental health coaching for the workplace).
• Access to the Vitality programme which includes healthcare benefits, an Employee Assistance Programme and discounts.
• Training opportunities for personal development. 
• Participation in a pension scheme (with 6% employer contributions and 2% employee contributions).

Additional information

The closing date for this role is Thursday 2nd January at 9am.

Please note this role is London based with requirements to travel to our London office approximately 2-3 days per week, travel to events will also be required. 

The Economist Educational Foundation is looking for a hands-on, experienced leader you will ensure operations and finances are robust, efficient, and aligned with ambitious vision for growth and impact

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Hours: Full time (40 hours) with flexible working. Core hours are 10am to 4pm, Monday to Friday
Location: Hybrid. Central London on Wednesdays and Thursdays, remote working on other days
Salary: £53,000- £60,000 per annum, depending on experience
Closing date: Tuesday 7th January 2025 (23:59 GMT)

We will contact all applicants after the closing date. The first round interviews will take place during the week of 13th January 2025. The second round will take place on 22nd or 23rd January 2025. Please ensure you will be available to travel to our London office for interviews on these dates.

ABOUT US

The Economist Educational Foundation is a fast-growing charity on a mission to ensure that every child is empowered to think critically and communicate effectively about the world’s most complex current issues. Topical Talk, our programme, has already reached over 10,000 teachers and 400,000 children in over 124 countries. Our income will exceed £1million for the first time this year. Our goal is to reach over 1 million school children by the end of 2026, with ambitious plans to expand in the UK, USA and globally.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Director of Operations and Finance will be a crucial member of our Senior Leadership Team, overseeing financial management, operations, and strategic growth. You’ll play a pivotal role in leading financial planning, supporting the charity’s global expansion, and driving digital transformation to improve efficiency and impact. You will also manage risk and compliance, ensuring robust operational foundations as we scale. This hands-on role requires a leader with proven experience in financial management, operational leadership, and people management. By joining us, you’ll be at the heart of shaping our future, helping us reach more children, and making a lasting difference on a global scale.

Responsible to : Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Responsible for : Client facing teams including domestic and sexual abuse support workers, helpline, counselling, safe accommodation and children’s teams. (Direct Reports: 6)

This post is open to women only  under the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1.  We value diversity and are committed to ensuring that our organisation is an inclusive place to work. We encourage applications from women from all backgrounds and communities and actively welcome applicants from Black, Asian, or other ethnic minority backgrounds and women with a disability.

About Pathway Project

We are a domestic and sexual abuse service based in Lichfield & Tamworth, Staffordshire. We offer a range of support services and run two refuges in confidential locations. We have been operating for over 30 years helping adults and children overcome domestic abuse, and to build a future where they live in safety and are free from fear. Since our founder, Kathy Coe MBE, created Pathway Project, we have helped over 25,000 people, with 5,814 hours of support provided in the last year. We offer a wide range of services, including adult and children outreach and community support, mental health, wellbeing and financial advice. We support the relatives of those who have experienced domestic and sexual violence and offer specialist counselling, advocacy and care to all who need us. We believe in working as a cohesive team and are service user led. Our helpline is access to all and is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Why work for us?

Pathway Project is an inspiring  place to be, we are a charity with big ambitions and huge energy. We are currently evolving a bold new strategy and a passion  for excellence in service delivery. Supported by a driven and energetic board of trustees the new Chief Executive is leading Pathway Project through their ambitious plans. It’s a really fantastic time to join our amazing charity as we move into the next phase of our exciting journey.We are a flexible and supportive employer, committed to the personal and professional development and wellbeing of our employees. We welcome applications from women with lived experience of domestic abuse and from minority  or under-represented groups.

We offer the following benefits:

• 25 days paid leave plus statutory holidays (pro rata)
• A competitive pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme delivered by Health Assured which offers incredible support to staff and their families

We value our colleagues and are constantly reviewing our policies and practice, looking for ways in which we can better demonstrate this. We also recognise the potential impact of working in this field and provide clinical supervision to all of our employees, whatever their role.

JOB SUMMARY

Taking overall responsibility for the delivery of a compliant and effective operation, she will provide direct line management for the Pathway Project domestic and sexual violence support, outreach and helpline teams. She will be responsible for the delivery of high quality support within the safe accommodation sites and excellent quality of service within Pathway Projects counselling provision. She will have a focus on excellence and understand the drive for continual improvement and increased performance. She will collaborate with colleagues to drive the development and maintenance of networking and fundraising links within the local community. She will support the CEO in her leadership and development of the organisation. She will be expected to demonstrate the Charity’s values by working positively as part of a team, delivering vital high-quality services to service users, and creating a working culture where all are valued and encouraged.

DUTIES OF POST

1. STRATEGY, PLANNING AND CONTROL

a. To contribute to the setting of long-term Objectives, along with the CEO & Board.

b. To implement and deliver the strategic plan for the operation, adhering to regulatory and financial controls.

c. To ensure the Charity is operated to best practice standards, adhering to regulatory and financial controls. Highlighting to the CEO risk which could cause harm to the ongoing operation of the Charity.

d. Ensure Pathway Project remains responsive to the needs of its service users, staff and trustees and can demonstrate the value of the services provided and the impact of its work.

e. Be an expert on matters relating to Domestic Abuse, and best practice in supporting end users.

2. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

a. To be accountable for the delivery of the operation, within defined financial criteria, including business plan & cash flow targets.

b. Support the CEO in providing oversight on the wider financial performance of the Charity.

c. To understand the income generation strategy and collaborate to develop it as required.

d. To support the CEO in the sourcing of funding opportunities and complete any required applications and any required data returns as per funding guidelines.

3. GOVERNANCE

a. To work with the CEO to lead and manage the Charity in accordance with the articles of association and in line with the obligations of the Charity Commission.

b. To support in the development of a best practice operating infrastructure, to allow the Trustee Board to fulfil its statutory responsibilities and exercise effective control.

c. To maintain up to date policies and procedures.

d. To provide support and guidance to the CEO in all aspects of the running of the charity.

e. To ensure accurate record keeping and data security

4. LEADERSHIP

a. To provide role model leadership to the Pathway Project, embodying the charity’s values and behaviours.

b. To ensure robust recruitment and training processes are in place.

c. To provide continuous development to, and performance management of the team, ensuring the highest standards are delivered.

d. To monitor and manage the quality of service delivery.

e. To work with the team, CEO and Board to provide a safe, and motivating work environment.

f. To provide line management to all staff who deliver client facing services including domestic and sexual abuse teams, safe accommodation team, counselling team and children’s services.

g. To recommend improvements in the management structure of the teams, including consideration of the overall delivery to budget.

h. To ensure all HR records and practices are maintained, utilising the support of external HR resource where required.

i. To ensure monthly supervisions are completed including assessment of case management on OnTrack.

j. To work with Head of enabling services to ensure volunteer contribution to the client based services is maximised.

5. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

a. To support Pathway Project in the maintenance and development of community links and fundraising opportunities.

b. To link into the Head of enabling services around income generation and the development of a Community Fundraising Group supported by volunteers.

c. To support Pathway Project CEO, managers and Community Engagement Worker with driving Pathway Projects social media agenda in order to build community support.

d. To be Pathway Projects front facing liaison for community fundraising and support.

e. To attend meetings, as and when appropriate. including out of normal office hours if necessary

6. GENERAL MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION

a. To arrange outreach team/staff meetings which positively support the team.

b. To attend management meetings, and where required, Board or Sub Board meetings.

c. To take part in the equitable recruitment of new staff, to deploy existing staff effectively and to motivate and manage the activity of staff ensuring that they effectively contribute to the achievements of Pathway goals and to their own personal development .

d. To participate in the on-call management rota for accommodation support when covering for staff absence or sickness.

e. To help support the continued use and development of OnTrack case management and database system throughout Pathway Project.

f. To ensure the Pathway maintains strong links with local agencies and helps support the domestic abuse agenda through sharing of data and attendance at meetings.

g. To deputise for the CEO where required, alongside other management.

h. To lead on operational projects for the organisation as the main point of contact and oversee work that needs completing, e.g. maintenance of building, service contracts alongside the Finance Manager.

7. OTHER DUTIES

a. To participate and contribute as a senior member of staff towards the development of the Pathway Project.

b. To attend and participate in all relevant meetings, including feeding back to management and trustee meetings and the AGM.

c. To represent Pathway Project and the work it does with external agencies, including written reports and presentations.

d. Carrying out any other task that may be required from time to time in the interests of the effective administration and development of the project, including participating in training and delivering presentations.

e. Ensure that all responsibilities are undertaken in an effective, ethical, and appropriate manner, meeting the standards of Pathway Project.

f. Maintain effective networks with all principal supporters and stakeholders. To actively seek opportunities to expand and promote the role of Pathway within the local community.

g. Undertake any other duties that may reasonably be required from time to time.

Person Specification

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in the domestic abuse charity sector and expert knowledge of the domestic abuse sector 
• Experience in managing teams at a high level with strong team building and leadership skills 
• An understanding of compliance and continual service improvement to ensure quality assurance and service improvements 
• Experience of or a good understanding of Funders, reporting structures and the expectations placed on charities by funders 
• Excellent written skills, with experience of writing reports, guidance or briefings specifically for Trustees or Director boards. 
• Excellent administrative, organisational and time management skills, with demonstrable experience working in a fast-paced environment with competing deadlines. 
• Experience of working in an environment with confidential data 
• The ability to lead teams to demonstrate excellent customer service delivery for all stakeholders, clients and partners. 
• Understanding and experience of partnership working in a multi-agency, multi-disciplinary setting. 
• Ability to use your initiative and judgment in dealing with colleagues, partner agencies or trustees without direct supervision 
• An understanding that in small charities we often “roll up our sleeves” and support other areas to reach a team objective.
• An understanding of and a commitment to equal opportunities in employment and in-service delivery. 

We are looking for a People Coordinator to join the National Theatre People Team.

As our People Coordinator you will be the first point of contact for People related queries maintaining a positive, proactive, and outward-facing operational service in a fast-paced environment.

Delivering excellent day to day administration for the full employee lifecycle including payroll and recruitment this role undertakes a broad range of administrative activities working in close collaboration with colleagues across the National Theatre.

Contributing and supporting process improvement this role works alongside other People Coordinators to deliver an exceptional People service.

The successful candidate will have the following: 

• Experience of working in a busy administrative environment.

• An understanding of HR/People administrative processes and practices.

• Experience of working effectively under pressure with an ability to maintain meticulous attention to detail.

• Experience of using an HR system to support tasks and working within defined processes.

• Excellent time management skills with experience of organising and delivering multiple tasks to completion successfully.

• Experience of communicating confidently in a clear and professional way with colleagues across an organisation; in person, remotely and in writing.

If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!

Working with us will give you...

• Complimentary staff tickets for shows and backstage tours, subject to availability and policy

• 25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 with length of service (plus bank holidays)

• Training and Development Programme via e-learning platform, and specialist in-person training relating to role

• Hybrid and flexible working, subject to agreement and policy

• Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership

• Generous sick pay

• Family-friendly employer – we are a member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (PiPA)

• Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST

• Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy

• On-site staff canteen and social facilities

• On-site Occupational Health support

• In-House Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisors providing workplace counselling and support

• Wellbeing programme of events including mental health awareness, financial wellbeing, skills sharing and opportunities to get active

• Exclusive staff talks to hear more about NT productions, past and present, from some of the world’s leading practitioners

• Discounted access to NT at Home

• Volunteer Leave – paid day a year to volunteer for your chosen charity

• Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafes, restaurants, and bookshop, as well as in local businesses (from Wagamama to gyms, on and around the South Bank)

• Access to retailer discounted gift cards and a cash-back-on-spending card

Please note 

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Friday 17th January 2025 at 12 noon.

Unfortunately, we are unable to progress an application for this role if you do not currently have (or would be able to obtain) an ongoing right to work in the UK. We cannot sponsor candidates under a work visa for this role because the role is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK government’s requirements for the Skilled Worker visa route. 

We support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies.

People Department 2024

Applications are invited for a Senior Operations Manager (Deputy COO) to join the Operations Group at the Earlham Institute, based in Norwich, UK.

Are you good at solving operational problems, and motivated by helping others deliver front line services or projects? Do you have a proactive can-do approach and see your career being one where you can progress onto a lead operational role in a multidisciplinary organisation? If so, this role may be for you.

The Operations Division provides support across all our main activities and infrastructure, allowing us to deliver world-class science. Keeping everything running smoothly, Operations brings together specialists from multidisciplined groups to ensure we are well placed and supported to stay at the forefront of the life sciences.

The role:

The Senior Operations Manager (SOM) (Deputy COO) will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operational running of the Institute. They will be first point of call for all enquiries from staff, students, and other external stakeholders across all operations at the Earlham Institute (EI) crossing all areas of operational activity from corporate services to laboratory management.

They will support the Chief Operating Officer (COO) with the management of the Division, with line management of the Communications and Operational and Laboratory Management Groups which including building management and capital projects, as well as the Business Support Team. They will also assist with preparing briefing documents for senior Board and Committees and deputise for the COO on committees when needed. 

The Senior Operations Manager is a busy and varied role, no two days are the same. The post holder will also assist the COO to oversee services provided to the Institute via the shared services (Norwich Bioscience Institute Partnership (NBIP)) providing Estates, Health and Safety, Human Resources, Quality Assurance, Finance, Purchasing and Computing services ensuring they are aligned to the needs of the Institute.

The ideal candidate:

The Senior Operations Manager will have a degree in relevant financial, legal, project management or operational areas of expertise or equivalent qualification.

They will have extensive experience working at Senior Management level, or working in a busy multidisciplined organisation, with involvement in the management of operational activities. They will need excellent leadership and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced changing environment, they will need a strong understanding of health and safety legislation in the workplace, if the post holder has experience in project management it will also be beneficial.

It is critical that the post holder has a natural interest in what makes an organisation successful in its delivery, can see solutions to barriers to success and wants to help others achieve their goals. They also need to be happy to be the front-line support for a variety of enquiries that need to be solved quickly. 

Applicants must submit their CV as part of their application, along with a covering letter explaining why you are suitable for this role.

Salary on appointment will be within the range £55,500 to £69,250 per annum depending on qualifications and experience, a higher salary may be offered for an exceptional candidate.  This is a full-time post for a contract of 54 months.

Interviews will be held on 7 February 2025.

Please note, this post does not meet UKVI requirements to provide visa sponsorship.

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy.

The closing date for applications will be 24 January 2025

We need to expand our Strategic Programme Team, as we begin to put in place the practical steps that will move us towards our vision to “bless the 1.5 million people” in our diocese who currently have no meaningful opportunity to hear the good news of Jesus Christ.

You will play a key role in shaping, articulating and securing funding for our transformation plan, and helping to develop and then manage key elements of the Strategic Programme. 

The post is based at Church House, Daresbury, with some travel around the Diocese.  A full driving licence and access to a car is essential.

Salary: £44,864 - 48,976 per annum, dependent upon skills and experience.

The background paper, job description, person specification, and application form can be downloaded from the Diocesan website - Please see website address in the attached documents.

Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs EA Geddes, Director of HR, preferably by email - Please see email address in the attached documents.

or Church House, 5500 Daresbury Park, Warrington, WA4 4GE.

Informal telephone conversations with Jon Pocock, Strategic Programme Director, are welcome - Please see contact details in the attached documents.

Closing date: Thursday 9 January 2025
Interviews: Thursday 23 January 2025

We are the national body for careers education in England, delivering support to schools and colleges to deliver modern, 21st century careers education.

The Careers & Enterprise Company is a great place to work. We operate within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We are brought together by one thing: our passion to ensure young people get the best possible start in life and are supported to find their best next step.

Do you want to be part of a mission-driven team focused on transforming young people’s lives? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Role Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our Internal Operations Team on an initial 18-month fixed term contract as a Business Operations Coordinator. This team is pivotal to the company’s success, providing support to a wide variety of teams across the organisation. It is a highly valued team that is both collaborative and supportive.

The post-holder will have the opportunity to work on a variety of exciting internal and external initiatives and will work closely with the Internal Operations Manager to develop, implement, and improve business processes. This role is a true development opportunity and would suit ambitious candidates who have experience in and want to further develop their administrative, organisational and problem-solving skills to support the effective running of the CEC and make a difference to young people’s futures across England.

The right candidate would also have the opportunity to work closely with the EA to the CEO and Deputy CEO, providing EA and diary cover where required.

This role would suit someone who is a strong team player, has a desire to learn from hands-on experience and would excel working within a diverse role with a variety of stakeholders.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Assisting teams with the creation, design, and submission of accurate and timely documentation, and creating solutions to support team delivery.
• Editing and proofreading of reporting.
• Collation and distribution of papers and agendas for meetings.
• Assisting with operational processes e.g., the provision of equipment and systems access for staff.
• Systematic monitoring of key data e.g., contact details of careers stakeholders.
• Supporting general office duties and any other ad-hoc tasks as required by the team.

To apply, please visit our website via the apply button, complete the application form and cover letter and upload an anonymised version of your CV.

In your cover letter, please describe:

• What interests you about this role and why you would like to work for the Careers and Enterprise Company.
• Please provide an overview and examples of how you excel in both written and verbal communication.
• Please provide an example of where you have used a proactive approach to problem-solving and what the outcome was.

Closing date: Midnight on Monday 6th January 2025.

Interviews will commence from 15th January 2025.

It is our policy to review all applications within two weeks from the closing date. If you do not hear from us within three weeks following the closing date, then your application has unfortunately not been successful on this occasion. We are unable to provide feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted and attended an interview.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

At the Careers and Enterprise Company (CEC) we are committed to fostering a culture of belonging. We know that engagement at work relies on feeling included and valued. Inclusion is both a choice and a practice, for us as an organisation and for individuals within our team. We aim to drive inclusion through every aspect of our work and we understand that diverse teams are essential for innovative careers education and are central to our mission and impact. CEC values the visible and invisible qualities that makes each member of our team who they are. We are a disability confident employer and if you need any help or support through the application process, please contact the HR team and details can be found on our website.

Job Title: Production and Facilities Manager
Location: The Poppy Factory, 20 Petersham Road, Richmond, Surrey TW10 6UR
Full Time: 37.5 hours per week (08:00-16:30, Monday to Friday)
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £48,175 per annum

At The Poppy Factory, we take immense pride in our mission to support veterans and their families, helping them to lead fulfilling lives after service. We are a close-knit team united by our shared values of Adaptability, Collaboration, Empowerment and Sense of Purpose. We are looking for a Production and Facilities Manager who embodies these values, someone who is committed to excellence, teamwork, and making a meaningful difference.

The Role:

As the Production and Facilities Manager, you will be at the heart of our operations, ensuring that our annual order for the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal is fulfilled to the highest standards. You will also oversee Health & Safety and Facilities management for the organisation, our premises, and office tenants.

Responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing all aspects of the production process, ensuring products are delivered on time and to quality standards.

• Leading and developing a production team of 17 staff, managing staff performance, and offering support, coaching, and mentoring to help everyone reach their full potential.

• Taking the lead on health and safety for the factory, visitor centre, and commercial properties.
• Overseeing facilities maintenance, ensuring that all buildings and systems (fire safety, ventilation, heating) are regularly tested and compliant.

• Coordinating work experience schemes, corporate volunteering, and other initiatives that engage the wider community in supporting veterans.

Who We’re Looking For:

We are looking for someone who has a deep sense of responsibility and pride in their work, someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values the opportunity to make a real impact. You’ll be a natural leader who can inspire a team, and you will have experience in managing production operations, facilities, and health and safety.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Experience: Proven experience in a management role in a manufacturing or operations environment. Experience of staff management, production scheduling, and liaising with external contractors is key.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach to staff development and performance management.
• Health & Safety: Knowledge of health and safety regulations and practical experience implementing safe working practices.
• Facilities Management: Experience in overseeing building maintenance and managing service contracts.
• Values: A strong commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion, with an understanding of the challenges faced by veterans and people with disabilities.
• Communication: Clear, concise communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, external contractors, and stakeholders.

Desirable:

• A qualification in Health & Safety (e.g., NEBOSH) or equivalent.
• Experience in project management or operations/logistics management.
• Knowledge of mental health issues, safeguarding, and first aid training.

Why Work at The Poppy Factory?

Joining The Poppy Factory is more than just a job. You will be part of an inspiring and passionate team that provides meaningful work that directly supports veterans and their families. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace that values each individual’s contribution and well-being.

The Poppy Factory aims to be an exemplar employer. We recognise the impact that working with a challenging cohort can have on our staff, which is why we prioritise work/life balance and support mechanisms including training, supervision and EAP provision.

The Poppy Factory provides competitive terms and conditions of employment, including:

• Opportunity for home-based/hybrid and flexible working
• 28 days’ basic annual leave per year (including a day in lieu of Armistice Day, and 3 days’ Christmas closure), rising to 32 days with long service, plus bank holidays
• Double-matched pension contributions up to 10% employer contribution

How to apply

To apply for this position please send your CV and a covering letter clearly outlining how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification as set out in the candidate pack and submit via the online application process. Please address your covering letter to Jeff Short, Director of Production & Estate.

The closing date for applications will be 19 January 2025. Please note, we are unable to accept late or incomplete applications.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to equality, valuing diversity and promoting inclusion within our workforce, including the volunteers who give their time to us.  We work to maintain an environment where the needs and aspirations of all employees are met, irrespective of characteristics protected under the legislative framework of the Equality Act 2010. We expect everyone to understand and accept their personal responsibility to recognise and value differences and the unique contributions that people make to the way we deliver our work. As an equal opportunities employer our commitment is to take positive measures to recruit people from underrepresented groups, and we actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.

As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview for any job applicant with a disability who meets the essential criteria for the role. Please indicate in your covering letter if you wish to be considered under this scheme. We are also happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process to accommodate disabled candidates. 

Additionally, we offer a guaranteed interview to veterans of the UK armed forces or members of the Reservist forces who meet the essential role criteria. Please make it clear in your application if you wish to be considered on this basis. Please note, to be eligible for consideration under this scheme your application must demonstrate that you meet the essential role criteria as set out in the person specification.

About Lincoln SU

Predominately, as a Charity, we aim to ensure that all our members get the most out of their student experience at the University of Lincoln, whatever their interests or aspirations. We support students in numerous ways, such as facilitating a range of opportunities for extracurricular activities including sports and societies and volunteering opportunities, as well as engaging with Campaigns Groups, academic representation and running an Advice Centre advising on financial, academic, housing and wellbeing concerns. We have been blessed with a highly engaged staff team who all work to understand that they are making a real change to our members’ lives every day they come to work.

In addition to our Charitable work, the Charity oversees four trading subsidiaries. These companies range from providing licensed trading facilities for Students and the local community in our Engine Shed, Towers, and The Swan operations, to providing an accreditation scheme as well as a very successful tech company. The profits from these commercial companies are then re-invested into student opportunities and support.

We are looking for staff who want to work in a challenging but unique sector, who have the right culture and professional standards that we need to drive the organisation forward in to the future. We have fun and aim to create an exciting, vibrant and diverse working environment, whilst maintaining high professional standards and ensuring expectations are met.

Within this role you will support the Student Advice & Support Manager to run a professional advice service and Housing Accreditation Scheme, and delivery of high quality, independent advice and support to our members. Within the Housing Accreditation the role supports with administration, marketing and diaries.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Student Support & Advice Coordinator to join a fast growing, dynamic and award-winning organisation. The University of Lincoln Students’ Union is a not-for profit, value led organisation which exists to represent the interests of the 17,000 students and support their wider student experience through extracurricular activity.

In this role you will support the Student Advice & Support Manager to run a professional advice service and Housing Accreditation Scheme, and delivery of high quality, independent advice and support to our members. Within the Housing Accreditation the role supports with administration, marketing and diaries.

Details of this post and of all our vacancies, plus details on how to apply, can be viewed on the Lincoln SU website. 

If you have any queries or if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made throughout the recruitment process, please contact us.

Interviews for this role are being held on an ad hoc basis, therefore we encourage applicants to apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

The University of Lincoln Students' Union is committed to being an equal opportunities employer.

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We are making good progress building the evidence of what works within and around youth justice to reduce violence, with new Practice Guidance and implementation resources due next year on diversion and focused deterrence. But the big risk is that we publish these resources and nothing changes. That’s where you come in! 

Key responsibilities include: 

Working out the best way to make this change happen by getting more senior leaders within policing to use our Guidance, toolkit, research and implementation tools to inform day to day operations and strategic decision making. 

Developing great relationships with senior leaders and frontline police officers, generating a strong understanding of key policing issues, needs and behaviours, and building credibility and trust with the sector.

Supporting the scoping and commissioning of behavioural insights research to support effective evidence mobilisation plans and strategies.

About you: 

You understand the policing sector. You really understand how police forces’ work, from Chief Constables to frontline officers. You have experience working in/with police, ideally in a role that worked with young people who are vulnerable to or involved in violence. You might have previous experience of supporting a police force to reflect on and adopt evidence-based practice.

You are fascinated about change and are experienced in making it happen. You have outstanding analytical judgment alongside the emotional intelligence and experience needed to identify the right opportunities for change, then make them happen. You understand why people find change difficult. You come alive talking about how people make decisions and why they do the things they do. 

The wide salary range reflects our flexibility to tailor the role to the right candidate’s experience, with the exact responsibilities and leadership level decided during the interview process.