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Join Fawcett Society as Head of Policy, Research and Advocacy
£40,800 for 4 days a week, permanent contract (£51,000 per year FTE)
Are you a passionate advocate for gender equality with the strategic insight to drive real-world change? Do you want to shape policy and research that dismantles the barriers facing women and girls across the UK? The Fawcett Society is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead our evidence-based policy, research, and advocacy work.
About The Fawcett Society
We are the UK’s leading membership charity campaigning for gender equality and women’s rights. For more than a century, we’ve been at the forefront of creating a fairer society where women and girls in all their diversity can fulfil their potential. Through cutting-edge research, impactful advocacy, and the strength of our members, we continue to drive the agenda for gender equality in the UK.
The Role
As Head of Policy, Research, and Advocacy, you’ll lead a dedicated team in delivering high-impact, evidence-led research projects and campaigns that influence policymakers, challenge inequalities, and create meaningful, lasting change. You will be the public face of Fawcett’s policy work, representing us at events, in the media, and engaging with politicians across the political spectrum.
Key responsibilities include:
- Strategically leading Fawcett’s research and policy advocacy, ensuring a focus on intersectionality and the voices of women most affected by inequality.
- Delivering influential, data-driven research that shapes national conversations and informs our campaigns.
- Building partnerships and coalitions with stakeholders across the political, academic, and voluntary sectors to maximise our impact.
- Managing and developing a high-performing team, including overseeing project budgets and contributing to fundraising efforts.
Who We’re Looking For
You are an experienced policy professional with a deep understanding of gender equality issues in the UK. You have a proven track record of engaging at a senior level within Parliament, influencing decision-makers, and developing evidence-based solutions to complex policy problems.
As a leader, you’re collaborative and inspiring, committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and anti-racism both within your team and across the organisation. You bring creativity, strategic thinking, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, from policymakers to the media.
We welcome applications from:
- Those seeking flexible working options, including job-share or compressed hours.
- Candidates from outside London who are willing to travel into Westminster for key meetings.
We particularly encourage applications from disabled candidates, older candidates, and Black and racially minoritised candidates, who are currently underrepresented in our organisation.
Location: Remote working is welcome, but regular meetings in Westminster are required. (Remote candidates will need to cover their travel costs to London)
Contract: Permanent, subject to a three-month probation period.
If you’re ready to lead transformative policy and advocacy work that makes a difference in the lives of women and girls, we want to hear from you!
Apply now and be part of the change.
For more details about the role and how to apply, visit our website.
Our vision is a society in which women and girls in all their diversity are equal and truly free to fulfill their potential
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
With 1 in 5 children struggling with their mental health, our surf therapy intervention is needed now more than ever. We transform the lives of children struggling with depression and anxiety. Through our 6 week course we help them to feel calm, confident, to have positive thoughts about themselves, to have higher self esteem and trust in others. We work with over 2000 children and young people across the UK every year and have reached over 14,000 over the past 14 years.
It is an exciting time to join the charity - we have a new CEO in post who has plans to take this charity to new heights - reaching even more children than ever before and we need an experienced fundraiser who can help us achieve that vision. Working as part of a small fundraising team you will have the ability to really make a substantial difference.
The role is advertised as 15 hours however there is the hope that this will end up being increased in the not too distant future. We will consider candidiates working remotely but for those based near HQ (Newquay, Cornwall) you will be able to join in with our pre work swims/paddles/coffee on the beach and our Bring and Share lunches! Please do not feel like you need to be a seasoned surfer for this role - the majority of the non delivery team are also not surfers!
Candidates are welcome to submit their CV and a covering letter or fill in the application form available on our website or on this advertisement
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Also known as National Youth Jazz Orchestra, NYJO is a charity experiencing an exciting evolution with emerging professionals and young people at the core of their mission to ensure creative music making is accessible, fun, informative and a viable career choice.
NYJO celebrate all forms of jazz, past and present, and seek to do their part in nurturing the next generation of jazz artists. Alumni include some major names in jazz and music more widely, including Amy Winehouse, Mercury nominee Laura Jurd, Mark Nightingale and Guy Barker.
It’s a great time to join as they develop their community around a new location in South East London, embark on ambitious artistic collaborations within and beyond jazz, and work in partnership with music education organisations around the country to address structural inequalities in music education.
As Head of Development, you will be a key member of a small team. Reporting to the incoming Chief Executive, you will develop and implement the preexisting fundraising strategy and guide the organisation’s communications and PR strategy. You will inherit a strategically developed portfolio of relationships and income streams, with particular strengths in trusts and foundations, and a strong network of individual donors and scope to build corporates. There is also a small but growing legacy circle, created in response to a recent bequest of £1M+. You will line manage a small team of two: the Development & Communications Coordinator, and the Marketing & Communications Coordinator. With ambitions to expand upon NYJO’s existing work, your ability to set and achieve more ambitious targets will be essential.
Please note that this role will require occasional travel that will vary across the year, depending on the events calendar. Travel is likely to be required twice per month - please discuss with Joe Blythe at QuarterFive.
As Head of Development, you will:
- Develop and implement the existing fundraising strategy and develop marketing and communications efforts, ensuring cohesive and impactful messaging to effectively engage donors and stakeholders
- Deliver a high standard of supporter care and relationship management tailored to the level of giving, including nurturing their successful new Legacy Club
- Manage and attend an annual series of fundraising events, from relaxed open days to formal receptions
- Oversee NYJO marketing and communications
- Line manage the Development & Communications Coordinator and the Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Ideal skills and experience:
- Experience of securing 5- and 6-figure grants from a range of trust, statutory and/or individual sources
- Tailoring applications to appeal to a diverse range of funders/donors, which may include drawing together distinct areas of activity to create bespoke packages
- An outgoing, approachable, confident and professional manner in dealing with donors, prospects and other stakeholders
- Interest in UK Jazz and enthusiasm for working with young artists and musicians and broadening access to participatory arts for all young people
NYJO are keen to provide equality of opportunity to a wide range of prospective candidates as they expand the diversity of staff and musicians. Whilst they hope to attract candidates with the experience outlined in the person specification, they encourage applications from those who do not fulfil all stated criteria.
Benefits include:
- Flexible working – flexible working is a priority and the organisation supports employees to balance work with caring or other responsibilities, or those returning to work after a break
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with office closure between Christmas and new year being the norm
- TOIL for out of hours work
- Attending gigs for free, including the annual two-night Ronnie Scott’s residency, and other cultural and sector events throughout the year
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The coordinator roles are vital components of this project. We want to attract candidates from the South West of England with sound local knowledge and able to travel in the region - these will be important parts of this job.
Purpose of the roles:
- To be responsible for the development, coordination, and delivery of Neighbourhood Watch’s partner project involving Neighbourhood Watch volunteers within the South West.
- Recruit, training and coordinate volunteers so they can deliver information sessions to community groups.
- Research areas in needs of support and book venues where information sessions will be delivered by volunteers.
- Be able to travel to events in order to support volunteers and ensuring information sessions are delivered to the highest and consistent standards, and that feedback requests are acted upon swiftly.
Hours of employment are:
0.8FTE (28 hours per week)
8 months fixed term contract. Core hours are Monday to Friday 10am-12pm and 2-4pm with an unpaid lunch break.
Essential Skills and Competencies:
- Effective Communication: Demonstrate strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both individuals and large groups confidently and clearly.
- Leadership and Inspiration: Excel at motivating, involving, and inspiring stakeholders to achieve common goals.
- Research and Information Gathering: Skilled in conducting thorough research and use information to support event delivery and volunteering.
- Time Management: Capable of independently managing your time and balancing various responsibilities within your role.
- Task Organization: Skilled at prioritizing and organizing tasks to meet deadlines.
- Collaborative Teamwork: Experience working effectively within a geographically dispersed team, maintaining communication and alignment across different locations.
A full, clean UK driving license use of a car and availability to attend the events if required. You will need to be able to drive around Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Somerset, Dorset, Devon and Cornwall.
Desirable Skills and Competencies:
- Volunteer Management: Proven experience in recruiting, training, and coordinating volunteers, ensuring their effective contribution to project goals.
- Event Planning and Execution: Experience in planning, organizing, and delivering successful events, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
You’ll be:
- Passionate about the role of volunteers within the crime prevention community
- Very approachable, responsible, reliable and personable
- Open to learn from feedback and adjust to them
- Committed to promotion of equality and diversity
- Committed to the aims and values of Neighbourhood Watch.
Benefits of working for Neighbourhood Watch include:
- Flexible working hours
- Stakeholder Pension
- Cyclescheme
- Techscheme
Our mission is to support and enable individuals and communities to be connected, active and safe, which increases wellbeing and minimises crime.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
University of Oxford Development and Alumni Engagement
Senior Major Gifts Fundraiser
(known at Oxford as Senior Development Executive – Humanities)
In 2025 Oxford will open its new home for humanities, the state-of-the-art Stephen A Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities. This is an opportunity to join the University’s Humanities Development team as we work to secure philanthropic support for scholarships, academics and the capital project.
The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.
We are looking for a new senior fundraiser to join our energetic team to raise major gifts for a range of posts, scholarships and other priorities across the Humanities. Oxford is the world’s leading university for humanities teaching and research. When it opens, the Schwarzman Centre will bring together seven faculties from the division under one roof for the first time. The University’s scholarship in languages, literature, history, philosophy, religion & the arts – from the earliest civilisation to the present day – enriches our understanding of humankind, and informs how we engage with historic issues and contemporary concerns.
About the Role:
This fundraiser will work closely with senior academics in the Humanities Division. The post will focus primarily on funding for posts, scholarships and access and outreach in the academic faculties. An interest and appreciation for the arts and humanities is essential.
To Be Successful You’ll Need:
- To be an experienced development professional with a strong track record of securing major gifts and the ability to secure gifts in the range of £100k-£1m+
- Confidence to work with people from a range of backgrounds, both internally and externally
- The ability to think creatively in prospecting, cultivation and stewardship
Salary:
Grade 8: £45,585 - £54,395 per annum with possible extension to £59,421, plus an Oxford University weighting of £1,500 per annum (pro-rata).
What We Offer:
Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:
- Flexible hybrid working
- An excellent contributory pension scheme
- 38 days annual leave
- Membership to CASE
- Training and development opportunities
- A comprehensive range of childcare services
- Family leave schemes
- Cycle loan scheme
- Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
- Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
Application process:
- Click the link to ‘Apply’ and follow the on-screen instructions on our Application portal.
- Applications must include of a CV and a letter of application, in your own words (in PDF format), outlining your motivations to apply for this role, your relevant experience and how you meet the criteria of the person specification.
Only applications received before 12.00 noon on 3 October 2024 can be considered.
Interviews are currently scheduled to take place on 17 October 2024, in person in Oxford.
We are also seeking a Grade 7 Development Executive with the Humanities major gifts team (vacancy ID 175415), also closing on 3 October. Candidates should have the ability to secure gifts in the range of £100k to £500k. For more information about this role, please click ‘Apply’, or go to bit.ly/3XtcAdQ
Development and Alumni Engagement is committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills and experiences. We encourage applicants from all sectors of the community and are especially keen to encourage candidates from under-represented groups to apply.
We raise funds in support of the University’s academic priorities, securing donations for all aspects of academic and student endeavour.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The role will work alongside another Gifts in Wills Executive and the following key accountabilities will be split between the roles, with this role taking on particular responsibility for events and stewardship. To see a full job description/apply please follow the link provided to our website.
In addition to your salary of £28,000, you will benefit from a competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, great holiday entitlement and numerous other employee benefits, including several salary sacrifice benefits.
- 25 days paid holiday, plus paid Bank Holidays, increasing to 27 days plus Bank Holidays after 3 years
- Annual £200 personal learning & growth award to spend on any learning related activity – hobbies; aspirations etc.
- Free access to specialist counselling on a range of issues – health; financial; lifestyle; well-being; domestic & neighbourly matters.
- Access to a range of employee benefits including – store discounts; boating holiday discounts; holiday purchase scheme.
- 2 days paid volunteering leave, volunteering for local community project work.
At the Trust we care passionately for our waterways, and as importantly, for those who look after and use them. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do as a Trust. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we are a part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community.
All candidates will be treated on the basis of their merits, skills and abilities and solely by being assessed against the requirements for the job.
When you join the Canal & River Trust you become a member of an engaged team working to preserve our heritage for future generations. Come and share your passion and knowledge with a team that makes a difference to millions of people every day.
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Would you like to be part of our Programmes and Advocacy team, supporting our exciting global strategy to make Leprosy and Lymphatic Filariasis diseases of little consequence? If your answer is yes, then we want to hear from you. We are looking for a Programmes Officer to join our team. You will have the following knowledge and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, International Development, or related field or equivalent experience.
- Experience in project coordination, preferably in the health; humanitarian or in the international development sector.
- Ability to plan, execute, monitor, and evaluate projects effectively.
- Experience in coordinating multiple tasks and managing timelines effectively.
- Experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting is an advantage.
- Experience with statistical analysis software or GIS mapping tools.
The purpose of the role is to provide essential support to a small, dedicated team within the UK Programmes and Advocacy team, facilitating the effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of projects aimed at addressing leprosy and LF. Working closely with the Senior Programme Manager, MEAL Manager, Advocacy Manager, and Research and Technical Advisor, the Programmes Officer will ensure seamless coordination of activities, enhance data-driven decision-making processes, and contribute to impactful advocacy and research initiatives.
It is an exciting time to be coming joining Lepra. We have just completed developing our new multi-year global strategy to take us through to 2030, and to guide our work into the future; and we are using our Centenary year in 2024 as a springboard to launch us into our new strategic period.
As well as the above knowledge and experience you will also have the following skills:
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent administrative skills, specifically Excel and significant experience in MS Office packages.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a small team and across departments.
- Ability to work independently, be flexible and prioritise workload.
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Ability to travel within the UK and overseas.
- The right to work in the UK.
The salary for this position is £26,999 (FTE) – Lead Level. We have fully embraced flexible working and the role can be either fully remote, hybrid or fully based at our Colchester offices. We offer a lot of flexibility in working practices and there is free reserved parking available. We also offer
26 days annual leave plus public holidays (pro-rated), pension, and support from an in-house well-being team.
Please refer to the full job description for further details on the role.
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Background:
Amna envisions a world where refugees have the power to shape their own futures, unbounded by the impact of trauma, conflict and displacement. We are a refugee-led organization working to expand mental health support and community-led psychosocial services for refugees and other displaced people, giving them the tools to heal, rebuild resilience, and rediscover joy and belonging.
Our approach is simple and evidence-based, developed in partnership with refugees and psychosocial experts. We work globally to fund, train, and empower frontline organizations and humanitarian to deliver trauma and identity-informed care to those affected by displacement. By fostering safe spaces for healing, we aim to break the cycle of intergenerational trauma and create lasting change.
Since 2016, Amna has directly supported over 25,000 refugees, funded 50 organizations, and trained 380 partners across 13 countries. Our programs have indirectly impacted the lives of over 2.4 million displaced people, helping them find strength and hope in the face of adversity.
At Amna, we believe in the power of community, healing, and hope — because every refugee deserves the chance to reclaim their future.
Safeguarding:
The role-holder will have experience working according to ethical and good practice safeguarding principles. They will be expected to adhere to and promote Amna’s Safeguarding Policies as they will be involved in and responsible for programmes working with children and vulnerable groups in different settings.
How you will make a difference:
Amna is seeking a Social Media and Design Consultant on a monthly retainer contract to support our digital content strategy and enhance our online presence. Both individuals and agencies with the relevant skills and experience are welcome to apply. This role is pivotal in amplifying our mission through creative and impactful content that engages our audience and reflects our core values. The consultant will bring expertise in social media management, graphic design, and video editing to help us effectively communicate our story.
Deliverables include:
- Designing up to 20 high-quality graphical posts per month for social media, ensuring alignment with Amna’s visual identity and core values.
- Editing videos and reels for social media channels, up to 5 per month, using software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro.
- Scheduling posts across social media platforms using Hootsuite, ensuring consistent and strategic content delivery.
- Uploading and managing content on Amna’s website using a web Content Management System (CMS), such as WordPress.
- Providing ad-hoc design support as needed, including infographics, reports, and digital marketing materials (2-3 per month).
- Collaborating closely with the communications team to develop and execute content strategies that raise awareness and foster engagement.
- Keeping up to date with social media trends, tools, and best practices to enhance Amna’s digital presence, engaging with comments and messages.
- Amna team will share briefs and provide text, creative direction and copy for each deliverable.
- The consultant will be also expected to be available for 1-2 check in meetings per week.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Proven experience managing social media platforms and developing visual content for social media, preferably in the non-profit or social impact sector.
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro.
- Strong knowledge of WordPress or other CMS platforms.
- Experience in using social media management tools, such as Hootsuite, for scheduling and analytics.
- Interest in social impact, social justice, and working with communities affected by adversity, including displacement, war, conflict, poverty, abuse, or marginalization.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote working environment.
Desirable:
- Experience working with or for refugee or displaced communities.
- Additional language skills (Arabic, Dari, Pashtu or another language spoken by our partners and the communities we support).
Work Location and Environment:
This is a remote service contract opportunity open to applicants in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Africa (EMEA), and Asia. The consultant will be expected to coordinate with Amna’s communications head based in London.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
As a refugee-led organization, Amna values diverse perspectives and strongly encourages applications from candidates with lived experience of displacement or refugee backgrounds.
As an equal opportunity organization, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disabilities status.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
War Child believes that children’s lives should not be torn apart by war. It is the only specialist charity for children affected by conflict, with four main areas of work: protecting children, educating children, supporting communities and campaigning.
The charity are renowned for their creative, innovative and entrepreneurial approach, with strong connections to the gaming, music and creative industries. In 2021, the charity supported over 140,000 children and adults – making it one of their strongest years ever.
It’s an exciting time to join War Child as they have just launched their new Alliance initiative, which brings together the five War Child fundraising members (in the Netherlands, UK, Germany and Sweden, plus Children in Conflict in the US), with 14 programme members, and coordinated by a new international body: the War Child Alliance Foundation. Through the Alliance they are integrating programme activities under one umbrella – allowing War Child to combine strengths and pool resources – all with the aim to multiply impact for conflict-affected children.
The Philanthropy Manager is a key member of the Philanthropy & Partner Engagement Department within War Child’s award-winning Fundraising team. Working closely with the Philanthropy Lead (line manager) and Senior Philanthropy Manager, you will manage a portfolio of major donors at 5- and 6-figure level to support a team target of c£1.4M.
Results oriented, you will have strong interpersonal and management skills together with a flexible and proactive approach. This is a great opportunity for a motivated relationship fundraiser with a passion for international development to join a successful and ambitious team.
As Philanthropy Manager, you will:
- Identify and qualify a pipeline for up to 6-figure gifts for both unrestricted and restricted giving
- Lead and be supported on building an excellent stewardship programme, supporting relationship managers across the team to deliver sector leading supporter journeys
- Develop and implement strong cultivation and solicitation plans for existing donors to generate significant income from the portfolio. This will include personal meetings, attending networking events, writing proposals/reports and making presentations
- Take an active role where relevant, on the planning and delivery of a diverse portfolio of philanthropy events, including events that are hosted by Ambassadors
Ideal skills and experience:
- Experienced in a similar fundraising role, with a knowledge of major donor fundraising, ideally within an international development or humantarian NGO
- Ability to input into fundraising strategies with a track record of securing 4-5 figure gifts and delivering against targets
- Experienced in stewardship strategies for major donors or the development of supporter journeys in order to retain donors
- A relationship focussed approach with strong networking skills at senior levels internally and externally
Benefits include:
- Flexible working – War Child recognise the considerable benefits that flexible working can bring and are happy to discuss any possible flexible working options with employees from hiring. For most roles, the following types of flexibility are usually possible: flexible hours, an element of working from home, compressed hours.
- Annual leave – 28 days per year (full-time) rising to 33 days with service, plus UK bank holidays
- Pension – all eligible employees automatically enrolled into a Group Personal Pension Plan with a 5% employer contribution, with minimum employee contribution on a salary sacrifice basis
- Family leave – enhanced maternity, paternity & shared parental leave, and family friendly policies
- Health & wellbeing – employees may take advantage of a healthcare cash plan and a range of wellbeing initiatives and training. In addition, all employees have access to free, confidential one-to-one wellbeing consultations with trained counsellors.
- Learning & development – dedicated to the investment in learning and continuing professional development for all our employees
- Range of flexible benefits such a Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loans
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We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Learning Disabilities service in Hertfordshire.
£24,960.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.
Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
As a Support worker you will be able to build supportive, trusting relationships with customers and create a positive atmosphere. You need to be able to provide a flexible, personalised and responsive support service that is tailored to each customer's abilities and aspirations. This will include a willingness to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
What you'll do:
- Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers and creating a positive atmosphere
- To provide a flexible and responsive support service that is tailored to each customer's abilities and aspirations.
- Providing personalised support with daily living activities, including practical assistance to support customers to independent living
- Supporting customers to maintain a healthy environment, including cleaning their accommodation and maintaining good personal hygiene
- Willingness to drive the customers' Motability vehicles on a 1/2/3 to 1 basis, however a driving license is not essential
- To maintain appropriate records to a professional standard in accordance with Look Ahead's policies and procedures
- Ensuring Look Ahead Health and Safety policies are adhered to at all time and to uphold all health and safety responsibilities within relevant policies and local protocols
- Adhering to all other Look Ahead's policies and procedures
- Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the Team Leader/ Manager
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
About you:
- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Excellent customer relationship management and ability to lone work
- Proven experience of motivating and supporting customers
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
- Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour
- The ability to think creatively to work with the staff team to provide a variety of community activities for our customers
- A willingness to work evenings, weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
- A willingness support the customers in various community activities, such as swimming, walking, going to the church etc.
- Driver essential and willingness to drive customers.
What you'll bring:
Essential:
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or experience within charity/social care sector
- Full UK drivers licence
Desirable:
- Experience in working with people with Learning Disabilities and Autism
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
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Citizens Advice Milton Keynes is a local charity that helps people to resolve their legal, money and personal problems. The organisation has been providing free, confidential, and impartial advice since 1972 and helps approximately 10,000 local people every year.
Since the pandemic, many of the local and national services that our clients need have been, or are being, moved online. This can disadvantage people who do not have the necessary knowledge, skills, or technology to access and use online services.
Working within our training, skills, and employability division – Works for Us, our Digital Skills Officer (DSO) will help people to access and use online services and support them to develop the skills and confidence they need to use digital technology effectively and safely. They’ll also need to be confident and able to provide coaching and training support to small groups of service users on a sessional basis.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed, and confident person to join our small, team of staff. The successful candidate will provide support and coaching to local people, on a one-to-one basis, course support and delivery, including those living in the community who could be considered vulnerable adults, that are digitally excluded and/or unemployed.
Applicants need to:
- Be competent and confident in using IT, and specifically using IT applications and resources on websites.
- Have clear and accurate communication skills, both spoken and written.
- Be able to listen, understand and use information.
- Be able to work in a team, be organised and manage time effectively.
- Be open to utilising emerging technologies and understanding its impact on recruitment.
- Be confident in working towards performance targets.
- Be able to recognise the limits and boundaries of the role.
A background in advice giving, coaching, or tutoring is desirable but not essential. Full training and induction will be provided.
The successful Applicant/s will be asked to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people’s lives by providing expert guidance and support in the pursuit of employment, training, and personal development?
Citizens Advice Milton Keynes is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our Works for Us team as an Information, Advice and Guidance Officer (IAGO).
Citizens Advice Milton Keynes has been a cornerstone of support for the community, offering free, confidential, and impartial advice since 1972. Our Works for Us team is committed to delivering a reliable, high-quality, multi-channel service to individuals in Milton Keynes, focusing on improving their skills, accessing employment-focused training, and engaging in personal development activities.
As an IAGO, you will work closely with the Works for Us Team Manager to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of employability services to the public. This includes providing face-to-face advice, phone support and email services The role demands adaptability to fast-changing priorities, compliance with quality standards, and a commitment to delivering in-depth employability advice and guidance.
The successful candidate will also need to be confident and able to provide coaching and training support to small groups of service users on a sessional basis.
Applicants need to:
- Be competent and confident in using IT, and specifically using IT applications and resources on websites.
- Have clear and accurate communication skills, both spoken and written.
- Be able to listen, understand and use information to conduct effective client interviews.
- Be able to work in a team, be organised and manage time effectively.
- Be confident in working towards performance targets.
- Be able to recognise the limits and boundaries of the role.
A background in advice giving, coaching, or tutoring is desirable but not essential. Full training and induction will be provided.
The successful applicant/s will need to complete a Level 3 Qualification in Advice and Guidance as part of their initial training.
We are open to considering part-time and ‘job share’ arrangements for this post.
The successful Applicant/s will be asked to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Interviews: TBC
Please note interviews will be held face to face
Location: Remote Based
Salary: £19.78-23.08 per hour based on FTE salary at £36,000-42,000 per annum
Contract: Bank
A great opportunity has risen for a Specialist Respiratory Dietitian to become part of our helpline team. Our helpline is open Monday to Friday, and this position provides the flexibility of locum work allowing you to choose days based on your availability. In this role you will be part of a frontline team who make a real difference daily to those people living with a lung conditions.
Asthma + Lung UK is the only charity in the UK fighting for everyone with a lung condition, aiming for a world where everyone can breathe with healthy lungs. We fund cutting-edge research, provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime. We also campaign for clean air and for better NHS diagnosis and treatment.
You will work as a member of the helpline team providing respiratory nutritional support to people living with a lung condition, as well as their relatives and carers. The role will involve communicating with service users through providing telephone support on an individual basis and presenting educational sessions to attendees of our support groups.
You will have recent experience in nutritional care in a primary, secondary or tertiary setting. IT skills are essential and experience of a customer relationship manager system (data recording system) an advantage.
You will be organised, a good communicator and a dedicated team player. You will interact with colleagues at all levels across the organisation and have a great opportunity to develop your skills in Nutritional Respiratory care.
As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), membership of a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free annual season Travelcard loan and pension scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation committed to being the driving force behind the transformation of lung health.
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This is an exceptional opportunity to lead Tearfund's UK and International Partnerships Team as they embark on an ambitious mission to double their high-value income over the next five years. If you're passionate about making a global impact, have a heart for transformational change, and thrive in strategic leadership, this role could be your calling.
Tearfund is a Christian organisation who work with local churches and organisations in over 50 countries to tackle the complex challenges of poverty and support the lives of those in greatest economic need, through sustainable development, and by responding to disasters and challenging injustice. Their vision is to see people freed from poverty, living transformed lives and reaching their God-given potential.
As Head of UK and International Partnerships, you will play a pivotal role in the future of Tearfund's fundraising strategy, leading a talented team of over 20 people dispersed across the UK and globally. Your challenge? To guide your team in building and nurturing high-value relationships with individuals, churches, trusts, and foundations in both the UK and internationally. With an ambitious goal to grow income from £10 million to £20 million, this role offers a unique opportunity to help Tearfund continue to deliver life-changing work around the world.
We're seeking a dynamic leader with deep experience in high-value donor engagement, who thrives in building cross-cultural relationships and managing complex, high-stakes projects. Your expertise in strategic planning and fundraising, paired with a strong Christian faith, will allow you to connect meaningfully with supporters and bring innovative ideas to Tearfund's partnerships.
Your leadership will be vital in shaping a team culture of growth, ambition, and spiritual leadership. You’re someone who sees fundraising as more than just a numbers game - you see it as a ministry, building a network of supporters who share a heart for Tearfund’s mission.
For more information, please contact Adam Stacey, Managing Director, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Applications 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 it is a genuine occupational requirement that the postholder is a practicing evangelical Christian and in agreement with the Tearfund statement of faith.
Closing date: 16 October 2024
Interviews with Charisma: Must be completed by 17 October 2024
Interviews with Tearfund: 24 October 2024