Social Welfare Jobs
Context of role
Citizens Advice Birmingham is partnered with Macmillan Cancer Support to deliver Welfare Benefit Advice across Birmingham and Solihull
We are looking for enthusiastic caseworkers who will join an existing team to ensure delivery of service specifications, targets and quality standards for the Macmillan Service
Role purpose
The Welfare Benefit caseworker will provide a high quality advice service for people affected by cancer.
The post holder will provide this service in outreach settings across Birmingham and Solihull. Delivery will be integrated within cancer care teams, to provide seamless referral pathways that complement the assessment and care planning process of patients.
You will undertake casework, assisting clients to access their entitlement to welfare benefits and other sources of financial help, up to and including tribunal representation. The post holder will also attend events to promote the service and provide support and training to volunteers and health care professionals.
Previous applicants need not apply
Closing Date: Monday 9th December 2024 at midday
Interview Date: Monday 16th December 2024
IPS Grow is a national programme designed to support the expansion of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services in mental health and drug & alcohol teams across England. It is funded by NHS England and Improvement (NHSE/I), the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), and Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID). A core element of the programme is the expert assistance provided by a team of IPS experts, known as IPS Grow Leads, to support providers to improve their fidelity to the IPS model and achieve better employment outcomes for their clients. Subject to funding award, we are recruiting to a Project Support Officer. This role will provide essential support to enable the whole team to effectively and efficiently deliver a wide range of provision to IPS services nationally.
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity to expand the IPS Grow team, aimed at helping health systems deliver high quality evidence-based employment practice. We are a well-established service, led by Social Finance and are funded by NHS England and DWP to support the expansion of IPS services across mental health and drug and alcohol teams.
We are looking for a Project Support Officer to focus on supporting the IPS Grow team and programme within the Health + Work team at Social Finance. This role will include providing project and administrative support to the team to ensure we have real impact. The role will report into the Team Head for IPS Grow.
Responsibilities
The key requirements of the role are:
Provide project support and coordination of IPS fidelity reviews:
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Support the coordination of IPS fidelity reviews;
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Support with collection and collation of data, helping generate insight and contribution to the evaluation of our work and of the services we support. This may also include data entry and contributing to standard reports;
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Provide support of team events and workshops, both internal and with the services we support;
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Provide ad hoc support to other aspects of the team’s project work and take on special projects, as required.
Provide administrative support to the programme:
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Support the Senior team within IPS Grow, with project planning and monitoring to ensure the programme remains on track;
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Produce documents such as monthly reports which may require collation of input from multiple parties and documents and compiling into spreadsheets or presentation slides, in collaboration with members of the Senior team;
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Provide support for co-ordination of IPS qualification delivery and professional registration;
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Liaise with regional leads, NHS Trusts and IPS providers and other key stakeholders as required;
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Support the delivery of specific administrative tasks and processes including minuting and action-log management of meetings and Boards;
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Coordinate diaries, schedule meetings and book rooms with internal and external parties, including arranging for materials and equipment to be available, as required;
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Support IPS Grow Leads to schedule complex meetings in their regions;
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Monitor team mailbox and act as a first line response for queries;
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Book travel and accommodation, including group bookings (e.g., trains, hotels) for the team;
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Manage expenses generated by travel and meeting bookings on internal systems, accurately and in a timely manner;
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Support the team knowledge management hub and operational manual whilst ensuring a clear document version control and management process in place;
Provide additional administrative support as required from time to time;
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Manage the creation of impactful presentations that communicate key messages to stakeholders.
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Provide support to the wider IPS Grow team
And any other responsibilities commensurate with the job title and role
About you
You will need to show competency, potential or interest in the following areas. You are not expected to arrive with a full skillset, as you will be supported to develop in the role.
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Shared values: We are looking for people with a passionate belief that anyone can work with the right support, and a commitment to our values.
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Team work: You are a team player and also have the ability to work independently, are receptive to feedback and use it to continually improve. You will be able to effectively represent Social Finance.
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Organisation and reliability: You will be highly organised. You will be able to manage multiple tasks and requests, prioritising them effectively and ensuring they are responded to in timely and accurate manner. The team will be able to rely on you to ensure that meetings are organised, papers are circulated, and third parties communicated with.
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Proactivity: You will be proactive as well as reactive. You will look for opportunities to support the team to be more effective and better coordinated. You will think ahead, helping the team to avoid mistakes. You will generate ideas for how we can improve our ways of working, becoming more efficient and effective.
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IT and data skills: You will be familiar with core Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and will have experience managing multiple email accounts. Ideally, you will be comfortable with spreadsheets and analysing data although you do not need to have specific expertise in this area. Experience using SharePoint, MS Teams, Zoom and Slack is desired.
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Communication: You will communicate effectively with the team to set expectations, adjust to changing priorities, and keep them up to date with your progress.
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Experience: You will have had prior experience in an administrative support role, ideally in a national team managing complex programmes or working in primary or secondary care.
Civitas Recruitment are delighted to be working with a fantastic UK based non-profit organisation that provides free legal advice to parents and carers on their rights at work. The charity’s mission is to remove the barriers that people with caring responsibilities face in the workplace. An exciting opportunity exists for a Co-Head of Employment Legal Advice Service to join the team. The postholder will focus on developing strategic relationships with trusted partners and stakeholders, including new and existing law firms who provide pro bono support. It will also oversee the effective and efficient delivery of Employment legal advice to working parents and carers. The role will be a job split, with an existing Co-Head and will be a part-time, 3 or 4 days week, permanent role with flexible working options available.
Who are we looking for?
Ideal candidates will be an employment lawyer (solicitor or barrister) with at least 5 years PQE in employment law gained with a reputable organisation. You will have expertise in and experience of providing autonomous advice on employment law and discrimination. You will be able to identify policy issues arising from advice work and have the ability to represent the organisation externally as subject matter expert. You will be able to identify own training and development needs and commitment to keeping up to date with all relevant changes in benefits and employment rights. Proven experience of establishing rapport, credibility and collaborative relationships with key customers, partners and stakeholders at the highest level both internally and externally is essential for the role. This is a great opportunity for a talented person to join a growing charity which contributes widely to members of our society.
If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis.
Are you an ambitious and visionary leader with a passion for delivering holistic, trauma-informed services?
The Nelson Trust is looking for its next CEO to provide inspiring leadership and steer the organisation on the next exciting phase of its journey. Bringing belief, hope and long-term recovery across the South West and Wales, the charity supports people affected by trauma, living with multiple layers of disadvantage and substance use. The Nelson Trust's hallmark is a values-led and trauma-informed approach that centres client needs at the heart of every decision.
Salary: £100-110k per annum
Contract: Permanent, 35 hours per week, full time
Location: Hybrid, working across the region (head office in Stroud and locations across South West & Wales), willingness to travel and work flexibly to meet business and geographical needs
Benefits: 30 days holiday, 6 % employer pension contribution, enhanced maternity and sickness
Culture: Supportive, flexible and values-led
About the charity
The Nelson Trust has grown rapidly in recent years and now provides an increasingly wide range of services, including their celebrated gender-specific work via women's centres and women-only residential rehabilitation houses (which currently makes up around 90% of delivery), as well as rehabilitation, therapy, education and training for all genders.
With the support of an engaged and proactive Board, as well as an incredibly passionate staff team, you'll drive The Nelson Trust forward with values-led leadership and clarity of vision. Current income sits at £11 million with approximately 250 staff. The Nelson Trust has a complex funding structure, mostly made up of contract income and additional support from fundraised activity with ambition to continue to diversify.
About the role
As incoming CEO, you'll be tasked with developing a new five-year strategic plan (2025-2030) that ensures the charity's sustainability and continued commitment to excellence and innovation. You'll also ensure The Nelson Trust is placed firmly on the map, as a respected voice and advocate at local, regional and national policy-making level.
The organisation's effectiveness and impact relies on the depth and quality of its partnerships, forged and embedded across a wide geography with national and local governments, agencies and communities.
About you
This is an absolutely vital recruit for The Nelson Trust, so we're looking for someone with confidence and capability across a range of essential criteria. We are open to someone with previous experience at this level, or someone stepping into their first CEO role.
Here are key elements on our 'essential' list, we'd encourage you to consider how you meet each one:
- Significant leadership experience (within a multi-million pound organisation) delivering person-centred and trauma-informed services.
- Emotionally intelligent leader with a motivating leadership style.
- Skilled and passionate builder of teams, creating an environment where people can thrive.
- Leads by example, embodying and embedding values throughout.
- Knowledge and expertise in securing charity sector contracts and fundraising.
- Confident external advocate, welcomes and encourages collaborative outreach.
- Strong track-record of engaging and partnering with multiple stakeholders.
- Solid understanding and ability to develop robust governance frameworks that maximise operational efficiency and excellence.
Of course, we'll need to see passion, commitment and ambition for The Nelson Trust's ethos too.
There's so much potential to make a big impact here. If we've captured your imagination, then we'd love you to get in touch.
To apply, all you need to do is send a copy of your CV or profile to Amelia Lee as the first step. We'll be back in touch with further details on the application process, providing your experience meets the brief.
Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 11th December
Interviews: TBC, likely to be early to mid January
Charity People actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities we work with.
We are a dynamic and forward-thinking care organisation committed to creating a hub where individuals can come together, share experiences, and contribute to a thriving community. Our Community Hub serves as a focal point for various activities, events, and initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of life for local communities.
The East London & Essex Hub comprises of four Community Centres, located in Stamford Hill, Bethnal Green, Redbridge, and Southend. The Hub also incorporates Youth Services, the Dennis Centre Dementia Day Centre, and Meals on Wheels provisions. Located too within the Hub is the Vi Johns Rubens Care Home based in Gants Hill.
In 2026, Jewish Care’s 4th Campus will open in Redbridge, with a number of the Hub’s current services moving into one site. The role will be a key part of this process.
The Volunteer Manager is a multi-site role across the Hub’s three areas, overseeing recruitment, training, and assisting resource managers, supervisors & teams with the day-to-day management of volunteers. Working with the Community Hub Manager the Hub’s Operations Administrator, and the Manager of the Volunteering Department, the role ensures the Hub’s Centre Coordinators, teams, and services are well supported and operationally efficient.
The role works closely with Jewish Care’s Volunteering Department and one day a week will be spent with the team at Amelie House in Golders Green.
The role is multi-site, and part time for 30 hours per week (Monday - Thursday). The salary for 30 hours per week is £26,065 per annum.
What you will be doing:
In collaboration with the Hub teams and the Volunteering Department, identify required needs, opportunities & roles for volunteers.
Identify and create written role outlines to ensure that all volunteers are correctly matched with suitable opportunities.
Recruit volunteers through current and new networks, organise recruitment events locally, to promote opportunities at Jewish Care.
Oversee onboarding and enrolment of all new volunteers in the Hub.
In collaboration with the Volunteering Department, implement and manage a training schedule for all volunteers, including local induction and training for new volunteers.
Day-to-day operational support of volunteer management & engagement.
Maintain accurate volunteer records ensuring the volunteer database, Better Impact is always updated.
In collaboration with the Volunteering Department, provide relevant KPIs to ensure effectiveness and best practice.
In collaboration with other services support and lead special projects such as supported volunteering; employee volunteering; Mitzvah Day; fundraising initiatives; work experience; student placements.
Plan, organise and implement ‘Thank You’ events and recognition during the annual Volunteering Week, and oversee and lead on the nomination process for the annual Jewish Care Volunteer Awards event.
What you will need:
Relevant experience in volunteer management, including recruitment, training, and coordination.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to connect with a diverse range of volunteers and community members.
Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Empathy, patience, and a passion for community building.
Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms for communication and record keeping.
Operations Administrator
We are looking for an Operations Administrator to join the team supporting facilities and building maintenance and offering general admin and operational support.
This role could also be full-time incorporating the HR support function, which at the moment is as separate standalone part-time role.
Position: Operations Administrator
Location: Bristol (onsite)
Hours: 15 hours per week (0.4 FTE) 7.5 hours split any days Monday – Thursday. Fridays are mandatory. (or full time hours for the HR and Operations Officer role combined)
Salary: £25,000 pro rata (£10,000 actual)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 2nd December 11:59pm
Interview Date: Interviews expected to be held w/c 9th December
The Role
The Operations Administrator will be responsible for the facilities, asset, and building maintenance of an owned therapy building. The Operations Administrator will understand that due to the building being used for therapeutic purposes, there will need to be clear communication between staff and suppliers on ‘quiet times’ and optimal visiting times.
Main areas of responsibility include:
- Stock control
- Maintaining relationships and organisational contracts with suppliers e.g. phone company or IT support
- Ensure office workplace health and safety standards are upheld
- Assist with operational aspects of staff away days and events e.g. venue booking and staff lunch
- Support with the set up and management of the outreach centres
- Supporting staff with internal operational enquiries
- Working closely with the Finance Manager to ensure operational expense is accurately reported
- Tracking and management of petty cash
- Finance admin support
We are advertising this as a part-time permanent role but would welcome applications for this post and the HR post as a full-time position, HR and Operations Officer, £29,000 annual salary 1.0 FTE.
Due to the nature of the role (facilities & building maintenance), remote working is not an option. Please only apply if you are able to commute to the therapy building in St Paul’s, Bristol.
About You
You will have experience in facilities/building management, administration and/or office operation OR equivalent experience, with a strong focus on overseeing administrative systems
You will be asked to submit a CV and then those selected to move to the next stage will be asked to submit a supporting document alongside their application.
We appreciate that some candidates may find other means of communicating their skills and experience more suitable to them, so accept the following supporting document formats:
- 2-page cover letter
- No more than a 5-minute long video (either sent as an mp4 attachment or a link to an unlisted YouTube video)
- A poem no longer than 2 pages
About the Organisation
The charity offers specialist support and therapeutic services to children, young people, and their families who have experienced child sexual abuse. They believe in creative evidence-based support services led by the voices of young people and their families. The specialist services are designed to grow connection and community with families who have experienced sexual abuse. The services have a creative arts focus because they believe in the transformative power of creativity in helping families to rebuild their lives after abuse experiences. Research guides everything the team does, it helps everyone to understand the service, develop best practice nationally in the sector and is a platform for amplifying survivors voices.
Benefits include:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. We currently award the Christmas – New Year period off to staff (not deducted from allowance)
- Generous leave allowances (sickness, maternity, etc.)
- Flexible employer
- Whole-organisation Professional Development Fund and Policy to help your CPD
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Fantastic, kind, and hardworking team
The organisation is committed to providing equal opportunities for all, irrespective of age, disability, race, sex, religion/belief, sexuality, gender identity, marital/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and working patterns. Therefore, are particularly keen to hear from candidates living with a disability, and those from the global majority.
You may also have experience in areas such as Admin, Administrator, Administration, Operations Administrator, Buildings Administrator, Support Administrator, Maintenance Administrator, Facilities Administrator, HR and Operations Administrator, Operations Coordinator, Operations Officer, Maintenance Coordinator, Buildings Coordinator.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
HR Officer
We are looking for a HR Officer to join the team supporting the HR function, in this part-time, hybrid working role.
This role could also be full-time incorporating the operations support function, which at the moment is as separate standalone part-time role.
Position: HR Officer
Location: Bristol/Hybrid
Hours: 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE) (22.5 hours split between Monday – Friday) or full time hours for the HR and Operations Officer role combined
Salary: £32,000 pro rata (£19,200 actual)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 2nd December 11:59pm
Interview Date: Interviews expected to be held w/c 9th December
The Role
As HR Officer you will provide support and specialist HR knowledge to all of the operational functions. This includes supporting the Finance Manager and other members of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) on the delivery of various projects, maintaining employee records, and advising on compliance with UK Employment and Health and Safety Laws.
Main areas of responsibility include:
- Maintain up to date employee records
- Support health and safety compliance and training
- Support and coordinate staff training
- Training new staff on systems and day-to-day procedures
- Day-to-day management of the HR management system, BrightHR
- Assist in the preparation of monthly payroll instruction for accountants
- Working closely with the Finance Manager to ensure operational expense is accurately reported and logged
- Recruitment and induction of new staff and staff exits
- Assist with compliance of legal policy frameworks related to employment and health and safety
- Provide HR guidance and support to employees on employee relations and workplace policies
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HR practices and procedures
We are advertising this as a part-time permanent role but would welcome applications for this post and the Operations Administrator post as a full-time position, HR and Operations Officer, £29,000 annual salary 1.0 FTE.
About You
With experience in a HR role OR equivalent experience in a role with evidence of transferable skills, you will have experience of overseeing administrative systems and the ability to manage a varied and busy workload.
With excellent organisational skills and time management, you will have knowledge and understanding of key HR functions and UK Employment Law.
You will be asked to submit a CV and then those selected to move to the next stage will be asked to submit a supporting document alongside their application.
We appreciate that some candidates may find other means of communicating their skills and experience more suitable to them, so accept the following supporting document formats:
- 2-page cover letter
- No more than a 5-minute long video (either sent as an mp4 attachment or a link to an unlisted YouTube video)
- A poem no longer than 2 pages
About the Organisation
The charity offers specialist support and therapeutic services to children, young people, and their families who have experienced child sexual abuse. They believe in creative evidence-based support services led by the voices of young people and their families. The specialist services are designed to grow connection and community with families who have experienced sexual abuse. The services have a creative arts focus because they believe in the transformative power of creativity in helping families to rebuild their lives after abuse experiences. Research guides everything the team does, it helps everyone to understand the service, develop best practice nationally in the sector and is a platform for amplifying survivors voices.
Benefits include:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. We currently award the Christmas – New Year period off to staff (not deducted from allowance)
- Generous leave allowances (sickness, maternity, etc.)
- Flexible employer
- Whole-organisation Professional Development Fund and Policy to help your CPD
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Fantastic, kind, and hardworking team
The organisation is committed to providing equal opportunities for all, irrespective of age, disability, race, sex, religion/belief, sexuality, gender identity, marital/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and working patterns. Therefore, are particularly keen to hear from candidates living with a disability, and those from the global majority.
You may also have experience in areas such as HR, Human Resources, People, Personnel, HR Officer, Human Resources Officer, People Officer, Personnel Officer, HR Administrator, Human Resources Administrator, People Administrator, Personnel Administrator, Operations, Operations Administrator, Operations Officer, People and Culture, People and Culture Officer.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Harris Hill are partnering with a fantastic charity, passionate about building better futures for people working in horticulture, in their search for a Caseworker based in London/SouthEast.
The Casework Team deliver help services which include advice, information and support for people working across horticulture. The team provide generalist advice across areas such as social care, health, benefits, housing and employment, often having an area of speciality.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- Experience undertaking comprehensive holistic assessments across outcome areas of health, wellbeing, self-care, housing, money, family, relationships, safety and crime
- Experience of measuring the impact of interventions delivered
- Experience of delivering advice to people, across areas of employment, money confidence, housing, social care, benefits and health systems
- Experience in delivering a telephone helpline or advice service in the community or on occasion in service users homes
- Experience of scrutinising complex information to produce concise reports, comprehensive case records and high-quality casework and associated correspondence
- Highly developed communication skills including, discretion and capacity to deal efficiently, and effectively with people experiencing traumatic or difficult circumstances and/or from different cultural backgrounds
- Experience of using interpersonal skills, including active listening and questioning skills to understand the needs of others, causal issues to inform case management plans
- Ability to interact and network with line managers, colleagues, volunteers, partner organisations, external agencies and service users
- Ability to work flexibly across geographical regions as required
CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so if this sounds like you, then please do get in touch for more information ASAP!
Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted with further information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Harris Hill are partnering with a fantastic charity, passionate about building better futures for people working in horticulture, in their search for a Caseworker based in the SouthWest.
The Casework Team deliver help services which include advice, information and support for people working across horticulture. The team provide generalist advice across areas such as social care, health, benefits, housing and employment, often having an area of speciality.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- Experience undertaking comprehensive holistic assessments across outcome areas of health, wellbeing, self-care, housing, money, family, relationships, safety and crime
- Experience of measuring the impact of interventions delivered
- Experience of delivering advice to people, across areas of employment, money confidence, housing, social care, benefits and health systems
- Experience in delivering a telephone helpline or advice service in the community or on occasion in service users homes
- Experience of scrutinising complex information to produce concise reports, comprehensive case records and high-quality casework and associated correspondence
- Highly developed communication skills including, discretion and capacity to deal efficiently, and effectively with people experiencing traumatic or difficult circumstances and/or from different cultural backgrounds
- Experience of using interpersonal skills, including active listening and questioning skills to understand the needs of others, causal issues to inform case management plans
- Ability to interact and network with line managers, colleagues, volunteers, partner organisations, external agencies and service users
- Ability to work flexibly across geographical regions as required
CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so if this sounds like you, then please do get in touch for more information ASAP!
Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted with further information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Harris Hill are partnering with a fantastic charity, passionate about building better futures for people working in horticulture, in their search for a Caseworker based in the NorthWest.
The Casework Team deliver help services which include advice, information and support for people working across horticulture. The team provide generalist advice across areas such as social care, health, benefits, housing and employment, often having an area of speciality.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- Experience undertaking comprehensive holistic assessments across outcome areas of health, wellbeing, self-care, housing, money, family, relationships, safety and crime
- Experience of measuring the impact of interventions delivered
- Experience of delivering advice to people, across areas of employment, money confidence, housing, social care, benefits and health systems
- Experience in delivering a telephone helpline or advice service in the community or on occasion in service users homes
- Experience of scrutinising complex information to produce concise reports, comprehensive case records and high-quality casework and associated correspondence
- Highly developed communication skills including, discretion and capacity to deal efficiently, and effectively with people experiencing traumatic or difficult circumstances and/or from different cultural backgrounds
- Experience of using interpersonal skills, including active listening and questioning skills to understand the needs of others, causal issues to inform case management plans
- Ability to interact and network with line managers, colleagues, volunteers, partner organisations, external agencies and service users
- Ability to work flexibly across geographical regions as required
CVs are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so if this sounds like you, then please do get in touch for more information ASAP!
Please note, only successful candidates will be contacted with further information.
As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Join Our Team – Fundraising & Grants Officer
Are you looking for flexible hours with remote working options? Do you have strong organisational and administration skills and enjoy building relationships? We’re excited to welcome a Fundraising & Grants Officer to our team! You’ll support the Head of Business Development & Partnerships in securing essential funding for Action for Family Carers, keeping our fundraising efforts running smoothly.
While previous fundraising experience is a plus, it’s not essential—if you bring transferable skills from business development, marketing, or similar fields, we’d love to hear from you. With strong communication skills and a knack for using data to build compelling cases, you’ll manage smaller bids independently and assist with larger applications and proposals. Your main role will be coordinating funding applications and reports and researching new funding opportunities like corporate partnerships. You will also support our community fundraisers.
Bring your ideas and creativity as we work together to innovate and develop new income streams!
About Us:
Action for Family Carers is a well-established Essex-based charity dedicated to supporting unpaid carers and young carers. We've been making a positive impact for over 30 years.
What We Offer:
· Salary: £26,300 per annum FTE (£15,780 actual)
· Contract: Permanent
· Hours: 21 hours per week - Flexible days/hours, hybrid office/home working
· Location: Brickhouse Farm, Poulton Close, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6NG
Benefits:
· Full induction and relevant training
· Contributory work-based pension scheme
· Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
· Flexible working arrangements
Apply Now:
If you're ready to be part of a dynamic team, contribute to meaningful work, and make a positive impact, we want to hear from you! Read the full Job Description and Person Specification and send a CV and covering letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the person specification, applications without this may not be considered.
Closing date for applications 5pm, Wednesday 11th December 2024
We will be interviewing applicants on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the application window if we appoint a suitable candidate.
Action for Family Carers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
Please attach a covering letter addressing how you meet the requirements of the person specification.
Applications without a cover letter may not be considered.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Closing date for applications: 9th December 2024
Interviews: ongoing interviews until appointing
Citizens Advice Hounslow is a well-established charity operating in the London Borough of Hounslow, supporting over 15,000 clients a year. Working in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support, we have a new exciting opportunity for an experienced welfare benefits adviser to support to people affected by cancer and those who care for them.
Role purpose:
- The Lead Welfare Benefits Adviser will lead and work with a team of advisers to provide welfare benefits advice, advocacy and casework for people living with cancer, their families and carers.
- The post holder will undertake casework to challenge benefit decisions including appeals, acting on behalf of clients where appropriate.
- The post holder will supervise and support the team of advisers to ensure their advice and information is effective and that clients’ incomes are maximised through benefits, grants, etc.
Training
Successful post holders who are new to cancer, will be provided with Macmillan specific welfare benefits community of practice and learning opportunities once in post.
Delivery locations
A key aspect of the project is to deliver an outreach service at the West Middlesex Hospital, our offices in Hounslow and the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, with regular sessions to be covered by the team of advisers. Clients will also be seen in person at appointments at our offices, while telephone advice and video appointments can be done working remotely.
Main Responsibilities
- To provide welfare benefits advice and casework to people living with cancer, their families, and carers.
- Assist clients to challenge benefits decisions, including appeals.
- Liaise and negotiate with other statutory and voluntary organisations to progress the client’s case and ensure they receive all assistance available.
- Achieve good outcomes for clients through advocacy and negotiation.
- Lead and support a small team of advisers to ensure they work effectively
- Maintain detailed electronic case records and other data for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval and statistical monitoring and report preparation.
- Make internal referrals or signpost clients as appropriate for specialist help with issues that fall outside the remit of the Macmillan service, including housing, debt, and employment.
- Interview clients using sensitive listening and questioning skills so that clients feel able to explain their problem(s) and empower them to set their own priorities.
For more information about the role and the criteria to apply for the post, please download the Job Description and Person Specification from our website via the apply button
Please note: we are unable to respond to applicants who have not been shortlisted. We reserve the right to close this vacancy as soon it has been filled, therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.
We offer a range of employee benefits, including generous annual leave, pension contribution, and training and opportunities to continue your professional development
Jewish Care’s Fundraising team must raise £20m in donations for 2024/25, to ensure we can continue to deliver quality care services for the Jewish community. From April 2024, this has also included Jami’s services, supporting those in our community who are impacted by mental illness.
You will collaborate with the Senior Philanthropy Manager, helping to meet the Philanthropy Team’s target of £10.7m within the broader Fundraising team's goal. You’ll play a pivotal role in growing our portfolio of key supporters, as well managing a number of existing relationships and providing support for a number of Philanthropy Events.
This post is working an average of 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday with some occasional out of hours working for fundraising events.
What you will be doing:
Prospect Management and Patron Programme Growth
Driving engagement with new supporter prospects and manage Patron Programme growth.
Conducting research and outreach for new supporters.
Organising small engagement events for new and existing key supporters.
Nurturing important relationships through bespoke stewardship initiatives.
Coordination of Key Jami Supporters
Managing Jami’s supporter portfolio, focusing on high-net-worth individuals.
Maintaining supporter records, stewarding supporters in a timely fashion, and creating tailored communications.
Recruiting and coordinating high-net-worth individuals to host events like Jami Mental Health Awareness Week dinners.
Philanthropy Team Support
Playing an integral role in supporting with the organisation of Jewish Care’s Annual Fundraising Dinner, as well as other Philanthropy events and projects.
Assisting in crafting bespoke proposals and update reports.
Fundraising Team Support
Supporting other teams within Fundraising & Marketing as needed and provide flexibility for event-based evening or weekend work.
What you will need:
Experience of working in similar fundraising/ Philanthropy role (E)
Experience building effective relationships with supporters (E)
Project or event management experience (E)
Knowledge of philanthropy fundraising and the UK Jewish community (D)
Relationship-building skills, especially with high-net-worth individuals (E)
Strong project management skills and goal orientation (E)
Excellent written, verbal, and IT skills, including experience with Raisers Edge or similar databases (E)
Team-oriented and adaptable to hybrid working
Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to learning and skill development
Why Join Us?
Become part of a dedicated team making a tangible difference in the Jewish community, offering support to those who need it most.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Closing date for applications: 9th December 2024
Interviews: ongoing interviews until appointing
Citizens Advice Hounslow is a well-established charity operating in the London Borough of Hounslow, supporting over 15,000 clients a year. We have an exciting new opportunity in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Support to provide welfare advice to support to people affected by cancer and those who care for them.
This post is funded by Macmillan Cancer Support and is aimed at assisting clients on the phone and in person from our offices and outreach venues including local hospitals.
Role purpose:
To provide welfare benefits advice, casework, and assistance in accessing other financial sources, to maximise the income of those living with cancer, their families, and carers. This may include disability benefits and other sources of financial support such as grants and help with health and travel costs.
Training
Successful post holders who are new to cancer, will be provided with Macmillan specific welfare benefits community of practice and learning opportunities once in post.
Delivery locations
A key aspect of the project is to deliver an outreach service at the West Middlesex Hospital, our offices in Hounslow and the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, with regular sessions to be covered by the team of advisers. Clients will also be seen in person for appointments at our offices, while telephone advice and video appointments can be done working remotely.
Main responsibilities
- To provide welfare benefits advice, casework, and assistance in accessing other financial sources to maximise the income of those living with cancer, their families, and carers.
- Assist clients to challenge benefits decisions.
- Liaise and negotiate with other statutory and voluntary organisations to progress the client’s case and ensure they receive all assistance available.
- Achieve good outcomes for clients by helping them access benefits, grants, discretionary payments, schemes and discounts.
- Maintain detailed electronic case records and other data for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval, statistical monitoring and report preparation.
- Make internal referrals or signpost clients to other organisations as appropriate for specialist help with issues that fall outside the remit of the Macmillan service, including housing, debt, and employment.
- Interview clients using sensitive listening and questioning skills so that clients feel able to explain their problem(s) and empower them to set their own priorities.
- Collaborate with managers and colleagues to ensure the promotion, development and good working of the Macmillan project.
For more information about the role and the criteria to apply for the post, please download the Job Description and Person Specification from our website via the apply button.
Please note: we are unable to respond to applicants who have not been shortlisted. We reserve the right to close this vacancy as soon it has been filled, therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.
We offer a range of employee benefits, including generous annual leave, pension contribution, and training and opportunities to continue your professional development.
We consider applications from all applicants who meet the person specification irrespective of sex, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief, age, or disability.
We are delighted to be partnering with a social care focused charity that drives excellence within the sector, to find a full time, fully remote, interim Finance Manager for the next few months with a view to extension.
The Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in providing operational and strategic leadership in the financial management of the charity. Working to a high level of autonomy, the role will form part of the Operational Leadership Team, supporting the charity to deliver its organisational strategy. This role is crucial in leading the Finance Team to ensure financial health and long-term sustainability. The role will ensure compliance with charity legislation, providing key support to the Director of Finance and Corporate Resources.
Main Duties
- Lead and managing the Finance Team on all aspects of the charity’s day-to-day financial operations, including all income, expenditure and balance sheet accounts, ensuring compliance with polices, charity legislation and other relevant financial standards.
- Leading the Finance Team and directing the work, whilst fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture. Liaise across the organisation, being able to manage a matrix style approach across teams, to ensure the smooth running of the Finance Team
- Production of the monthly management accounts, ensuring income and expenditure is recognised accurately with appropriate, supporting audit documentation in place.
- Undertake financial due diligence approval checks against the raising of our client sales invoices, monthly payroll submissions, fortnightly BACS runs and bank reconciliations, ensuring appropriate, supporting audit documentation is in place.
- Leading and maintaining on the production of our monthly cash flow forecast and bank account management to aid financial forecasting and reporting, ensuring the charity maintains an operational surplus position.
- Leading on the charity’s annual external audit, including the preparation of our statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with all relevant charity legislation, regulations and financial reporting standards.
- Leading on the submission of timely quarterly VAT returns to HMRC, mitigating the risk of potential financial penalties for late submission.
- Leading on the process of preparing and setting budgets and financial forecasting, liaising closely with the Director of Finance and Corporate Resources and budget holders as appropriate, to ensure accurate income projections and profiles are in place aligning with the charity’s strategic priorities.
- Leading on the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports to the CEO, Strategic Leadership Team, Audit and Risk Committee and the Board of Trustees.
At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a call to brief you on the role. We are looking forward to connecting with you.