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As a QEHB Charity Senior Corporate Fundraiser you will primarily be based at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham in Edgbaston, with frequent travel off site to attend meetings and events.

You will be key in helping to build new relationships with corporates across the region and nationally as well as nurture existing supporters.

This role is for someone with considerable experience in corporate fundraising (ideally 3-5 years) within a Charity with a proven track record of delivering on income targets and proactively generating fundraising leads and ideas.

The Senior Fundraiser will work closely with other members of the hospital charity and will be responsible for delivering demanding fundraising targets from corporate supporters and local businesses.

This role will cover fundraising for all aspects of the hospital, including the hospital charity’s work with military patients.

This role will be responsible for designing and implementing new fundraising projects to offer our corporate donors, with the aim of driving income and increasing engagement across the four hospitals.

As well as generating a substantial income stream for the Charity, the successful candidate will also work alongside the Communications Team to design a communications strategy that increases both engagement and income generation.

The post holder will also be involved in the organisation and delivery of fundraising events for the Charity. This role will involve regular evening and weekend work at charity events and events organised by our supporters. 

SAIL is looking for an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor based in Chesterfield Derbyshire. Your primary role will be to provide a pro-active service for adults who have been or are victims and survivors of sexual violence. You will work within and outside of the criminal justice system, throughout Derbyshire.  This post is funded until March 2026. £24,567.90 unqualified / £26,212.20 qualified + employer pension contribution 3% pro rata.

This is a part time post 21 hours per week. Salary paid pro rata

SAIL is an established leader in the field of working with victims and survivors of childhood sexual abuse, incest, rape and all forms of sexual violence. We work will all genders from all communities.

Currently our service provides specialist counselling, drama therapy, support groups, helpline and drop in.

Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVAs) play an important role in providing specialist tailored support to victims and survivors of sexual violence. An ISVA is an adviser who works with people who have experienced rape and sexual assault, irrespective of whether they have reported to the police.

Brief Job description

You must have extensive experience of planning, working with high caseloads, alongside strong crisis management skills. Experience in Support Work roles such as domestic abuse, substance misuse, mental health or related field is required. You can demonstrate an awareness and understanding of the needs of adult victims and survivors of sexual violence. You must be able to prioritise cases and work in collaboration with other agencies throughout Derbyshire including the CPS and the police. You will have a working knowledge of the court system and be able to support clients to navigate through it with ease and confidence. You will have an approved and accredited ISVA qualification or a willingness to undertake the ISVA qualification. You must have at least one year’s experience in safeguarding (adults/children.)

You will be required to attend relevant meetings and will provide regular reports to your line manager.  You will be required provide talks and presentations to local groups / agencies on the work of SAIL, a strong commitment to developing networks and partnerships with the aim to increase awareness of the ISVA role in the community.

You will be required to travel across Derbyshire the use of a vehicle would be a distinct advantage.

About Us 

Wheels for All is a leading national charity dedicated to making cycling accessible and inclusive for everyone, regardless of ability. For over 30 years, we have built the UK’s largest network of inclusive cycling hubs, supporting communities to be active on their terms and thrive. We are expanding our reach, and we want you to be part of this journey! 

The Role 

As our new Head of Finance, you’ll lead our financial strategy, manage a small finance team, and support the Executive Management Team in driving sustainable growth. Working closely with the CEO, COO, and Trustees, you’ll develop financial plans, oversee compliance, and ensure robust financial operations to support our mission. This is a leadership role with the chance to make a lasting impact. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Financial Strategy & Growth: Partner with our leadership to drive long-term financial health and strategic decision-making. 

• Financial Management & Reporting: Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports, and ensure accurate, timely reporting for funders and stakeholders. 

• Compliance & Governance: Maintain compliance with charity regulations and oversee audits, risk management, and policy development. 

• Team Leadership: Lead and develop a small finance team, ensuring systems like Sage meet organisational needs. 

• Fundraising Support: Collaborate with fundraisers to create budgets for funding applications and ensure transparent financial reporting to donors. 

What We’re Looking For 

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience with 5+ years in senior finance roles (charity experience a plus) 

• Strong knowledge of charity finance, VAT, grant management, and accounting software (Sage preferred) 

• A strategic thinker with excellent communication skills to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders 

• Passionate about our mission, collaborative, and committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment 

Why Join Wheels for All? 

We offer a competitive salary, a 3% employer pension contribution, a birthday day off, a volunteering day, flexible working options, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to yoga classes, and an Employee Assistance Program. You’ll also enjoy 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays, increasing with service. 

Wheels for All is an equal opportunity employer, actively fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. 

Our community team is expanding, and we are looking for an energetic individual to us. 

Do you love meeting people  and building relationships?  Are you energetic, positive and organised? 

We are looking for a Community Fundraiser who has these key skills to help us raise vital income for our charity.  You will develop and deliver fundraising initiatives through partnerships with local groups, schools, associations and individuals.  This role will also involve delivering a number of fundraising events so being organised and creative is key and having a marketing focus to ensure maximum success.  No two days are the same and we are looking for someone who can be flexible in their approach and able to multitask effectively. 

You will be based at our purpose built children’s hospice just outside Maidenhead, which provides support to children with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions and their families. We would love to hear from talented individuals who want to help us raise the money that we need to make these services available to all families who need them.

Our core values are key to who we are.  We are looking for individuals who are committed to reflecting our core values in all that they do - Determined, Empowering, Valuing others, Integrity, Nurture, Empathy.

The Trusts & Foundations Manager role is a hybrid position for University Hospitals Birmingham Charity, which is the official charity of Good Hope Hospital, Heartlands Hospital, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham and Solihull Hospital and Community Services.

The Trusts & Foundations Manager will work closely with other members of the hospital charity, providing support to the fundraising team and the Charity overall.

Working as part of a team, the person in this role will have specific responsibility for researching and applying to grant-making trusts and foundations and identifying where the work of the Charity meets the application criteria.

They will write or complete applications and build relationships with existing and potential funders. They will also be responsible for managing members of the team who are currently applying to Trusts and Foundations and supporting them with their applications.

The Manager is also responsible for the Trusts and Foundations database and building on this.

This role would suit an experienced fundraiser looking to move into a management role, or a Fundraising Manager looking for an exciting opportunity at a hospital charity.

People living with Parkinson's value the services and opportunities Parkinson’s UK provides, delivered by committed and skilled colleagues, volunteers and partner organisations. Following an investment of 1.5 million we have the opportunity to build on the quality and reach of our community services. 

We’re looking for someone with experience of team administration, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and negotiate when required at all levels internally and externally to fulfil a critical role that underpins the work of the London team. 

About the role 

You’ll provide high quality admin support to the London team, coordinate, plan and prep key meetings, and provide first point contact for both internal and external stakeholders. Including working co-productively with people living with Parkinson’s.

As members of the Community Directorate we aim to reach out to and support people with Parkinson’s, their families, friends and carers.  We enable the voice of people affected by Parkinson’s to be heard to improve services, inform our priorities and improve decision making locally.

Through community development we work in close collaboration with our respective Parkinson’s communities to bring change on the issues that matter most to people affected by Parkinson’s

What you’ll do:

• Organise online and in-person, internal and external meetings and other events, including booking venues and refreshments, assisting with the production of materials, liaising with participants and speakers, fulfilling mailings and taking bookings as required
• Keep up to date with the directorate’s activities in order to provide clear, accurate information, and support the process of business performance and impact reporting 
• Respond to general enquiries in a timely and friendly  fashion, ensuring needs are met, and participate in working groups, meetings, local events or activities as required
• Maintain digital records on the charity’s data platforms

What you’ll bring:

• Excellent administration skills, including note-taking, presentation preparation and a positive, assertive and resilient approach to prioritising and juggling varying pressures and conflicting priorities 
• Experience in coordinating multiple projects simultaneously that meet the business requirements 
• Experience of developing and maintaining effective working relationships with all stakeholders 
• Experience of operating in a modern digital workplace, including using digital tools to work collaboratively and productively 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a range of audiences

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.

We are operating rolling recruitment for this vacancy and reviewing applications as they are received. We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we receive sufficient applications for the role, and will interview candidates on a continuous basis. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

We are committed to working with the principles of fairness and equality. All of our applications are anonymous until the interview stage, and we welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We actively encourage people with Parkinson's to apply.

Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Are you looking to make a real impact and contribute to saving lives through media work? Do you have the skills to react to the news agenda, develop compelling media campaigns and work sensitively with storytellers? If so, you could be just who Samaritans is looking for to join our friendly team as a Media Officer. ​

• £20,400 - £21,120 per annum for 21 hours/week (£34,000 - £35,200 FTE).
• Additional on-call allowance.
• 12 months fixed term contract covering maternity leave.
• Part-time role - 3 days per week with flexible working.
• We are flexible on work pattern (what days and hours per week the role is carried out).
• Hybrid working: Linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office with home working and the option to work from our London office in EC3R.
• In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. From Jan 2025, staff are expected to work in person around 2 days per month.
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences.

Key Responsibilities​
As a Media Officer, you’ll be a key member of our Media team:

• You will respond to journalist enquiries and ensure Samaritans has a voice in the issues that matter to us. 
• You’ll help plan and deliver our proactive media campaigns, which will help us reach new communities and existing audiences to raise awareness of the emotional support we provide. 
• You’ll also work on campaigns and key moments that highlight our important policy and influencing work. 
• Working with lived experience is a cornerstone of our media work, and you’ll regularly be in touch with storytellers, including callers, volunteers, fundraisers and high-profile supporters.​

About You​

• Experience in pitching to different types of media and reporting on coverage.
• Experience in drafting media materials e.g. briefing notes, press releases and reactive comments. 
• Experience of working sensitively with case studies and placing their stories in the media
• Experience of working in: newspapers, a charity press office, a commercial PR agency or in-house media / public relations.
• A clear understanding of UK media, its interests and needs.
• An understanding of how different audiences engage with media/news content differently across digital platforms (or online/offline channels).
• Experience of dealing with high level editorial teams within the UK media.
• Good computer skills in word-processing, databases and spreadsheets.

Our Benefits

So, you want to work for us? Good choice. We like it here too. We offer competitive salaries, flexible and hybrid working to suit your needs, family-friendly policies, 28 days annual leave inclusive of wellbeing days and a matched pension contribution up to 5%. You’ll have a structured induction and ongoing projects, secondments & learning opportunities. We also have colleague-led affinity groups made up of people with shared identities.​

Your health and wellbeing is our priority. We have a staff community of Mental Health First Aiders, a Health Cash Plan and an Employee Assistance Programme. You’ll have free subscriptions to Headspace (your personal guide to mindfulness, sleep, focus, movement, and more) & Perkbox (an employee benefits platform with online exercise classes). That’s not all. We listen to your ideas and have staff forum and social committee networks. ​​

Being Inclusive​

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We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from Disabled, BAME and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

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Application 

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If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please upload your CV and answer a couple of application questions about your transferable skills and experience, including the following:

1. What makes you want to apply for this role at Samaritans? (300 words max) 
2. How much experience have you had working in a press office or in a PR agency before? (300 words max) 
3. Have you got experience working sensitively with case studies to secure media coverage? (300 words max) 

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Applications close at 9 am on 4 November, with video interviews likely w/c 11 November 

We are looking for a Finance Officer to join our Finance team at Samaritans. As Finance Officer, you’ll support the Branch Finance function and branch treasurers, in particular leading the annual Central Charity contribution (‘New Branch Contribution’/NBC) process with affiliate branches and handling administrative tasks on branch banking.

You’ll have previous experience working within a Finance/Accounts department, with good Microsoft Excel skills. You’ll be highly organised and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Permanent

• Part time (0.5 FTE/ 17.5 hours per week), we are flexible in how these hours are worked across a week 

• £17,000-£18,000 actual/ £34,000-£36,000 FTE per annum 

• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences 

• Hybrid working: Linked to Ewell, Surrey office.  A blend of working from home, the Ewell office and other locations for team meetings.

• In-person working: Meeting in person is something we value. Once per week in the office is preferred (the team often work together once per week). Mandated in-person meetings will be in place from Jan 2025. This is around 2 days per month and further information can be found on our careers website.

The Team

The team is supportive, friendly and has a positive energy. The workload is varied and by working with volunteers and treasurers, you’ll support those at the forefront of our service. If you want to make a real difference to people’s lives – this is the role for you!

​The Role 

We have 201 branches across the UK and Ireland. The core of this role involves coordinating the annual Central Charity contribution process, reviewing NBC calculations, co-ordinating invoicing and receipts, and escalating NBC queries, with total NBCs amounting to £0.7m-£1.3m a year. You will also be supporting our branch treasurers with banking processes and other administrative matters that are key to managing the finances of our branches.

What’s in it for you – our benefits

So, you want to work for us? Good choice. We like it here too. We offer competitive salaries, flexible and hybrid working to suit your needs, family-friendly policies, 28 days annual leave inclusive of wellbeing days and a matched pension contribution up to 5%. You’ll have a structured induction and ongoing projects, secondments & learning opportunities. We also have colleague-led affinity groups made up of people with shared identities. 

Your health and wellbeing is our priority. We have a staff community of Mental Health First Aiders, a Health Cash Plan and an Employee Assistance Programme. You’ll have free subscriptions to Headspace (your personal guide to mindfulness, sleep, focus, movement, and more) & Perkbox (an employee benefits platform with online exercise classes). That’s not all. We listen to your ideas and have staff forum and social committee networks.

Being Inclusive: We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from Disabled, BAME and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans. 

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Application: If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You’ll be asked to upload your CV and a one page (maximum) cover letter, outlining your transferable skills and experience and what attracted you to apply for the role

Applications close at midnight on 3 November with video interviews likely to be held in the week commencing 11 November.

If you're ready to lead impactful change and contribute to our mission that fewer people die by suicide, apply today.

About The Role
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
 
We would love to hear about why you want to work with the Alzheimer's Society! Tell us a little more about yourself in a supporting statement when submitting your application. 

About the role

Location: Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent 
Contract: 12 months fixed term contract 
We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity available for 2 Community Development Co-ordinator’s to join our Community Diagnosis pathway service working within Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent. 

Working across the local footprint, the Community Development Co-ordinator will have a vital role in engaging with the Community Diagnosis Centres and the NHS leads, promoting Dementia awareness with a specific aim to highlight environmental or pathways barriers for people living with dementia and support the Community Diagnosis Centres in becoming more dementia inclusive. In addition, you will work with those individuals experiencing barriers to:
 
You will also:

- lead and engage communities to recognise dementia and understand how to navigate around health and social care system.
- have a flair for building trusted relationships and be flexible to attend events that happen at culturally important times for those communities we serve.
- demonstrate empathy and understanding of equity, diversity and inclusion, and what may be barriers to accessing a diagnosis of dementia, or health and social care systems.
- actively explore new possibilities for awareness raising.

About you

- Adaptable and flexible to the needs to different communities, as well as being confident representing the importance of community development to different stakeholders.
- Experience of making local contacts and networking with various services and providers to offer the widest range of opportunities to those we support and the ability to build relationships within communities and local community groups.
- A non-judgmental approach and outstanding communication skills.
- Adaptable and flexible to the needs to different communities, as well as being confident representing the importance of community development to different stakeholders.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Experience and knowledge of working alongside volunteers and have the understanding to champion the valuable contribution volunteers bring to services.
- Able to travel independently across Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent, and further if required.

Closing date: 5th November 2024
Interview date: Tbc

About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.

There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.

At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.
 
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.

Our Values

We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.

Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.

Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.

Equal Opportunities

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.

We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.

Charity People is honoured to partner with the award-winning charity My Life Films in their search for an experienced Interim Executive Director. This empowering and impactful charity is excited to welcome an experienced Interim CEO who is eager and motivated to come into My Life Films and make an immediate impact within the organisation.

My Life Films

Position - Interim Executive Director (ED)

Duration -6 months FTC, start mid to late November 2024

Location - Hybrid (3 days from home, one day in central London in a co-working space)

Salary - £50,000 for 4 days a week (FTE £62,500)

About My Life Films

My Life Films is an award-winning charity that uses film and TV to enrich and support the lives of people affected by dementia. This includes My Life TV, our specialist on-demand streaming service, with bespoke curated content designed to improve wellbeing. We are also known for our award-winning life story film service.

My Life TV is carefully put together with a wide range of content to enable people living with dementia to feel stimulated and connected to the world, improving their mental health and supporting their essential care. We work with highly respected content partners as well as produce our own programming in partnership with trusted organisations in the dementia care field and more widely.

About the Role

This is a hugely exciting opportunity for an experienced and confident interim CEO to come into the organisation and lead it during this important transition period, which is where we are shifting our model from in-house sales and marketing to a partner-led approach. We believe this will be the best way to reach and deliver benefits to people affected by dementia. This role will secure this partnership and develop a new strategy for My Life Film's next chapter.

Our current Executive Director is moving on for family reasons, having stewarded the charity and led the development and expansion of My Life TV over the past two years. She will remain available part-time with My Life Films for a short handover period.

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Interim ED will be responsible for all aspects of the charity's work and will be passionate about our work supporting people with dementia, entrepreneurial and collaborative, with commercial Business Development, Partnerships, and experience of charity mergers would be beneficial (but is not essential) as we have an experienced Board who will be on hand to support you.

As leader of the My Life Films team, you will also work across governance, finance, income generation, and impact. You will be responsible for delivering My Life Films' immediate strategy and working with the Board of Trustees.

About You

- Progress strategic partnership discussions for My Life TV with existing partners and identified potential partners to move to a wholesale or reseller model for My Life TV, or potentially acquisition of the service by another charity, company or care organisation

- Develop financial and operational models for potential partnerships, including scenario planning and P&L analysis, involving content, tech, marketing, and charitable impact. Lead negotiations, bringing in commercial, accounting, or legal support as needed.

- Work with the Board to create a strategic plan for My Life TV and new dementia-focused services, aligning with the charity's mission.

- Oversee daily operations, including finance, income generation, content production, partnerships, and reporting.

- Secure necessary funding through trusts, foundations, care groups, and events, representing My Life Films to stakeholders.

- Cultivate a positive environment, recruit and restructure as needed and provide coaching to enhance team performance.

How to apply

To express your interest in this role, send your CV and a cover letter of no more than one side explaining how you believe you can support us as our interim ED, the relevant skills and experience you bring, and your motivation for applying. We will review applications on a rolling basis, so do not delay. Expressions of interest must be submitted by 6th November to Senior Appointments at Charity People

For over thirty years, we've recruited extraordinarily talented people into rewarding and vital positions for some of the biggest and smallest non-profit organisations in the UK and internationally. We also work in partnership with organisations that support diversity in the workplace, recognising the need for continual diverse partnerships in our work. We're proud to be the chosen recruitment partner for many Charities, Universities, Membership bodies and Institutes.

Closing date 6th Nov 2024
Interviews w/c 11th Nov 2024
 

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives and address health inequalities?
Do you want to play a pivotal role in empowering individuals to take control of their health and wellbeing? If you're a motivated, compassionate individual with a knack for building connections and promoting positive life changes, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

We’re excited to announce a fantastic opportunity to join our dynamic team in Southwest London. You’ll be helping to launch and shape an innovative Health and Wellbeing Coaching & Social Prescribing Service based at St Georges Hospital within the Red Cell Pain Management & Psychology department and you will be employed by Merton Connected - Merton Social Prescribing. In this role, you will be at the heart of a life-changing initiative, working with patients affected by sickle cell disease and thalassemia. You’ll be helping them connect to vital community services, manage their health, and reduce isolation.

About the Role:

As a Health & Wellbeing Coach and Social Prescriber, you will:

• Use your coaching skills to support patients in developing self-management strategies, achieving personal goals, abd improving their physical, mental and social health
• Help reduce clinical workload by linking patients with local non-clinical services such as social activities, education, housing, employment support, and more.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and local agencies to build a robust referral network, ensuring patients have access to comprehensive support.
• Play a vital role in promoting the benefits of social prescribing and coaching to both clinical staff and patients, fostering a personalised care approach.

You’ll be joining a team committed to making lasting improvements in health and social outcomes, helping patients regain control of their lives, and offering support that goes beyond traditional medical treatment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with individuals living with long-term health conditions and connect them with community-based services that address their holistic needs.
• Offer one-on-one coaching sessions, helping patients identify goals and build self-confidence in managing their health and wellbeing.
• Collaborate with local voluntary, social care, and health services to ensure a seamless patient experience.
• Promote awareness of the social determinants of health, such as housing, employment, and social isolation, and help patients overcome these barriers.
• Maintain accurate records of interactions and service delivery to contribute to evaluation and reporting.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to be part of an innovative, growing service that has celebrated its 7th year of transforming lives in the Merton area.
• The chance to work with an inspiring, supportive team and a variety of partners across statutory, voluntary, and community sectors.
• Ongoing professional development and training to stay up-to-date with the latest coaching and social prescribing practices.
• A collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment, where your contributions will directly influence the health and wellbeing of the local community.

What We’re Looking For:

• 2+ years of experience in health coaching, motivational interviewing, counselling or a similar framework that supports individuals in making health, lifestyle and other changes.
• A strong understanding of personalised care, person-centred approaches, and the ability to support self-management.
• Proven experience working in multi-disciplinary teams across health, social care, and community settings.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trust with a diverse range of people.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

More information about the role | How to Apply: 

• 21 hrs per week - 3 days  - 9 - 5 pm - including Wednesday - Friday on site
• 1 year fixed term contract (with extension for another 11 months for the second part of the pilot; if the pilot is successful it might be funded for longer)
• £ 32,964 per annum pro-rata - plus 5% pension, includes Outer London Weighting, generous annual leave and excellent training opportunities
• Closing date for applications:Tuesday 26th November 2024 (midnight)
• Please ensure that you fill in your application using the job specification headlines.
• Formal interviews will be held on Monday 9th December 2024
• Applicants will be notified by email if they are to be invited for an interview a day before the interview date

 Join Us:

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a transformative service, where your work will have a direct impact on improving the lives of people living with complex health conditions. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in an innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Please fee free to make enquiries about this role. Contact Marina, Kelly and Yvonne.

Do you have compassion and empathy for people who are struggling with their mental wellbeing? Could you inspire hope for people who are struggling with their mental health?

Second Step is a leading mental health charity in the South West offering housing, support and hope to people with mental health and other problems.  Our vision is that we believe in a world where everyone affected by their mental health can create a positive future.  We promote mental health and wellbeing by supporting people and communities to build brighter futures.

We are recruiting a part time Recovery Navigator to join our team in South Gloucestershire to work in an integrated way with our partners in the Mental health and wellbeing Integrated Network Team (MINT) to support clients with moderate to high enduring mental health difficulties to find coping strategies personally and within their community.

About the role
We are committed to working with a recovery-based approach and supporting people to meet their individual needs. Why not join our team to support clients on their recovery journey by:

• building a trusting and collaborative relationship with the client; demonstrating hope and courage
• completing individual assessments via an initial support conversation that will inform the client’s recovery plan and direction of support.
• supporting the client to utilise self-management tools e.g. a Wellness Recovery Action Plan to stay well.
• using a range of interventions, approaches, and tools (motivational interviewing, active listening, navigation, solution-focused support) that enables people to move positively through their recovery.
• navigating the ‘wider system’ which includes supporting the client to access appropriate support within their own communities via voluntary sector organisations, community groups, charities or referrals to statutory services like drug and alcohol support.
• enabling clients to make informed decisions about their mental wellbeing, maximizing their independence and providing an advocacy role where appropriate.

Based at the South Gloucestershire MINT Hub at Kingswood Civic Centre,

High Street, Kingswood you will work as part of a multi-professional team with representatives from PCLS, Adult Social Care, AWP and other VCSE organisations, in order to complete support conversations and interventions with clients referred into the MINT hub. You will also attend Multi-Disciplinary Discussions (MDDs) within the Hub to discuss referrals following a support conversation.

About you

You will:

• be passionate about improving the lived experience and health of people using mental health services.
• have proven experience of working with people with mental health needs, or people with complex needs.
• be a good communicator, with experience of working as part of a busy and dynamic team, liaising with partners, and contributing to the delivery of this valuable service.
• have experience of working with people with long term mental health and complex needs, carrying out support plans and risk assessments. You will need to take a holistic view, with a recovery and psychologically informed approach.
• be confident in working independently within the local community, when required.
• be operationally line managed by the MINT Team Manager with input and support from the Second Step Partnership Manager
•  have the ability to travel to several appointments daily including in rural areas with limited/ unreliable public transport.

What we offer

• to be part of a friendly team
• an in-depth induction to Second Step and MINT with all the relevant training and support you need to do your job well
• monthly one-to-one sessions with your MINT line manager
• monthly group support with your Second Step peers
• monthly group reflective practice with your Second Step peers
• 26 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part-time working). An additional day’s holiday is granted to all staff after 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 full years’ service, subject to a maximum of 5 working days.
• Second Step will contribute 6% of gross basic salary into the scheme if you contribute at least 3% of gross basic salary.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme who can provide you with confidential support and advice around a number of things including finances, personal issues.

We are taking positive action to increase diversity throughout our organisation, and to nurture a culture of inclusion for all our people and the clients that we support. 

To ensure fairness and consistency, all applications are anonymised until an interview has been confirmed so that shortlisting is based solely upon the suitability of the candidates’ skills and qualities.

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We are looking for a new Advocate to join our team in South Gloucestershire. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Advocate to join our team covering South Gloucestershire. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as hospitals and care homes across the area to meet with clients and professionals and be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

About you

Desirably you will have some experience of working, providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education and support.

You should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Professional Development?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day.

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Separate Life Assurance Cover
• Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
• Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme
• Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance
• Support with continuous professional development

Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; 09:00 on Monday 18th November, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.

We look forward to hearing from you.

NB:

If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy Qualification, and you are successful in your application, it is a requirement that you complete this within 12 months of commencing the training.  VoiceAbility will fund this training.

The role offers the chance to work across the financial functions and offers an experience through a breadth of finance work across the organisation making it a varied and a well-rounded role.

The Finance Officer is part of the Organisational Support and Development (OSD) team at the Tax Justice Network, which is led by the Director of OSD, and the role reports to the Head of Finance and Reporting. The OSD team leads and delivers on a range of operational services from finance management, risk management, project management, event management, human resources, IT systems and other enabling functions. The team is also responsible for fundraising for the organisation. This includes respond to calls for proposals, track funding opportunities and engage with donors regularly.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake the day-to-day bookkeeping including accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking payroll and general ledger maintenance
• Ensuring accuracy and integrity of all financial records and keeping a clear audit trail of all financial records
• Manage the staff payroll process including pension, HMRC and other related processes
• Manage the periodic payment runs and ensure that all payments are paid on time
• Supporting financial planning and reporting for project proposals, project reporting and management reports
• Support with project and year end audits schedules
• Assist in the preparation of accruals, prepayments and other journals
• Maintaining fixed asset register
• Provide guidance to team on internal financial processes and policies and assist with queries and escalating them as necessary
• Ensure organisational adherence to our internal and funder specific procurement policies
• Undertake other financial administration work and supporting the wider OSD team on team responsibilities and duties as required

Person specification

Skills and experience

Essential
• Holding or working towards a CCAB, CIMA or overseas equivalent qualification
• Hands on experience of working in a finance department of charities or not for profit organisations
• Experience of carrying out detailed reconciliations, and can demonstrate a keen eye for detail and a thorough and methodical approach in all work
• Strong IT skills with intermediate knowledge of Excel and cloud-based accounting software (preferably Xero)
• Ability to communicate effectively, accurately and succinctly in English, in writing and verbally
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Desirable
• Experience of producing financial reports for a range of purposes
• Experience of working with multi-currency transactions and cash holdings
• Experience of working with EU funded grants
• Experience of working with a variety of cloud-based platforms such as Airtable, Xero, SharePoint, Slack and Zoom

Attributes

Essential
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently with a high degree of initiative
• Flexible and able to manage a varied workload and deadlines
• Ability to deliver work of a high standard with excellent attention to detail
• Knowledge of UK and / or EU financial regulations
• Resourceful and flexible approach with a “can do, will do attitude” and willingness to learn and adapt

Desirable
• Passion for tax justice and international development issues
• Previous experience of grant management
• Use of electronic banking software