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Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme)

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme) is a three-year master’s programme, building a new, diverse generation of social workers. Designed and delivered by social work charity Frontline, we teach social work differently. By blending learning and practice, what you discover in theory is eased into real-life settings, supervised by a social worker. Gaining your postgraduate diploma within 12 months, will be the first step in your life-changing career.

You’ll learn how to connect with children, young people, parents and carers. How to gain all important trust, so a family opens their door to you again. You’ll gain the technical knowledge and build on your relational skills. We’ll give you the time and support to develop your approach, with confidence.

You earn while you learn, and once you gain your qualification you’ll step right into a job. And through our Frontline Fellowship, you’ll join a network of peers intent on transforming social work practice in England.

Be part of something bigger. Join the next generation of social workers.

What’s in it for you?

• Get paid from day one with a bursary in year one and a salary from year two.

• You’ll receive a tax-exempt bursary in year one of £18,000, that’s equivalent to a salary of £21,000. From your second year you’ll be a full-time employee with your local authority, with a salary of up to £34,000

• Qualify as a social worker and complete a fully funded master's degree.

• Get high-quality training and supervision from experienced social workers, academics and coaches in a rich, supportive environment.

• Become part of the Frontline Fellowship and receive ongoing support and training throughout your career.

What to expect as a trainee social worker

Year 1:

• Start with five weeks of intense online study, including five in-person sessions, led by experts in social work theory.

• Begin your 12-month placement in a local council social work team, where you'll work closely with fellow trainees and an experienced social worker. You'll gradually take on more responsibility in supporting children and families.

• Qualify as a social worker by the end of your first year.

Year 2:

• Manage your own caseload, building on your skills and confidence.

• Engage in ongoing study to further develop your professional abilities.

• Receive continued support from Frontline tutors, your employer and fellow trainees.

Year 3:

• Conduct a research project and complete the academic credits needed for your fully-funded social work master's degree.

• Receive leadership coaching to enhance your professional capabilities.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for your potential to become an outstanding children’s social worker and leader, empowering families to achieve positive change. No specific experience is required to apply. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and a commitment to advocating for the communities’ social workers serve. We're dedicated to fostering diversity in our programme and supporting applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.

You will also meet the following criteria:

• Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) 

• Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or approved equivalent qualification)

• Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2028)

• Be resident in England by the time the programme commences

• Not be a qualified social worker

Be part of something bigger. Join the next generation of social workers.

Please note: There are only limited places remaining for the 2025 cohort. We have already closed many locations and will continue to close locations as places are filled. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, to avoid missing out.

Applications close Monday 17 March at 11.55pm.

The Hepatitis C Trust has developed projects nationally whereby peers use their lived experience of injecting drug use and hepatitis C, to provide education and training to service users and staff in drug and alcohol, hostel and homeless services, increasing hepatitis C awareness, access to testing and referral to treatment, for people living with hepatitis C. 

Do you have experience of working in drug or other community services and with volunteers? Have you been affected by hepatitis C, or have you supported anyone who has hepatitis C?

We are looking for a passionate and skilled peer lead who has excellent communication and organisational skills.

Working under the guidance of the Peer Programme Manager and as part of the wider team programme to eliminate hepatitis C, the Peer Support Lead will provide volunteer peer support, coordinate the delivery of educational workshops, promote and provide hepatitis C testing and prevention interventions across community settings, and ensure that patients are supported throughout hepatitis C treatment and care.

This post will require extensive travel across the region and it’s desirable the post holder holds a clean driving licence and have their own vehicle for work related travel.

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme)

Approach Social Work (formerly known as the Frontline programme) is a three-year master’s programme, building a new, diverse generation of social workers. Designed and delivered by social work charity Frontline, we teach social work differently. By blending learning and practice, what you discover in theory is eased into real-life settings, supervised by a social worker. Gaining your postgraduate diploma within 12 months, will be the first step in your life-changing career.

You’ll learn how to connect with children, young people, parents and carers. How to gain all important trust, so a family opens their door to you again. You’ll gain the technical knowledge and build on your relational skills. We’ll give you the time and support to develop your approach, with confidence.

You earn while you learn, and once you gain your qualification you’ll step right into a job. And through our Frontline Fellowship, you’ll join a network of peers intent on transforming social work practice in England.

Be part of something bigger. Join the next generation of social workers.

What’s in it for you?

• Get paid from day one with a bursary in year one and a salary from year two.

• You’ll receive a tax-exempt bursary in year one of £18,000, that’s equivalent to a salary of £21,000. From your second year you’ll be a full-time employee with your local authority, with a salary of up to £34,000

• Qualify as a social worker and complete a fully funded master's degree.

• Get high-quality training and supervision from experienced social workers, academics and coaches in a rich, supportive environment.

• Become part of the Frontline Fellowship and receive ongoing support and training throughout your career.

What to expect as a trainee social worker

Year 1:

• Start with five weeks of intense online study, including five in-person sessions, led by experts in social work theory.

• Begin your 12-month placement in a local council social work team, where you'll work closely with fellow trainees and an experienced social worker. You'll gradually take on more responsibility in supporting children and families.

• Qualify as a social worker by the end of your first year.

Year 2:

• Manage your own caseload, building on your skills and confidence.

• Engage in ongoing study to further develop your professional abilities.

• Receive continued support from Frontline tutors, your employer and fellow trainees.

Year 3:

• Conduct a research project and complete the academic credits needed for your fully-funded social work master's degree.

• Receive leadership coaching to enhance your professional capabilities.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for your potential to become an outstanding children’s social worker and leader, empowering families to achieve positive change. No specific experience is required to apply. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and a commitment to advocating for the communities’ social workers serve. We're dedicated to fostering diversity in our programme and supporting applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.

You will also meet the following criteria:

• Have at least a 2.2 (predicted or obtained) in an undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) 

• Have obtained GCSE English Language at Grade C/4 or above (or approved equivalent qualification)

• Possess the right to work and study in the UK (including access to public funds) for the duration of the programme (until September 2028)

• Be resident in England by the time the programme commences

• Not be a qualified social worker

Be part of something bigger. Join the next generation of social workers.

Please note: There are only limited places remaining for the 2025 cohort. We have already closed many locations and will continue to close locations as places are filled. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible, to avoid missing out.

Applications close Monday 17 March at 11.55pm.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to join the Hospital team in Lewisham Hospital, working 37.5 hours a week.

Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?

Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?

If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…

What we offer:

At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid working
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
• High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts
• Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
• Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
• Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression

About the role:

This role is based in Lewisham Hospital.

As a Independent Domestic Violence Advocate you will be:

You may be a qualified IDVA or a Domestic Abuse Outreach Worker wanting to work alongside health professionals in a hospital environment, although we will consider applicants from other fields providing you are able to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of domestic abuse.

Implement effective ways of working with victims and those supporting them to increase safety and reduce harm.
Provide a high-quality, front-line service to victims of domestic abuse, delivering a premium service prioritised according to risk, primarily focusing on victim/survivors aged 16+
Work within a multi-agency framework consisting of the MARAC and local partnership responses to domestic abuse to keep safety central to all services for victims of domestic abuse.

This role involves both face to face and virtual support in a hybrid model of working. There is an expectation that you will do a mixture of working from home, our office Singer Street and in co-location at Lewisham Hospital.

You will need:

• To be comfortable with running group training sessions and be willing and able to share your specialist knowledge with acute staff across the hospital.
• Have excellent communication skills, a proactive approach and the confidence to be able to influence the way in which this service is delivered are key.
• Have a knowledge of help-seeking barriers and support needs of victims of domestic abuse (in heterosexual or same-sex relationships).
• Have a good understanding of domestic abuse including the impact of domestic abuse on victims and their children.

• Understand the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for victims of domestic abuse and their children
• Understand safeguarding issues, and the legal responsibilities surrounding these issues.
• Direct service delivery to victims of domestic abuse or other vulnerable people.
• Have excellent communication, negotiation and advocacy skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals. Understand and be committed to equal opportunities and diversity issues in policy and practice.
• Have a strong crisis management skills and the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations.

Please note that the successful applicant will be required to sign an honorary contract with the Hospital Trust in addition to their contract of employment.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further detail

About Us:

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.

As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Are you highly organised, motivated by your Christian faith and have excellent system and administration skills that will help support our Programmes team? Do you want to be part of supporting vulnerable communities across the globe to access the healthcare they need through the delivery of essential medicines and supplies? 

IHP’s vision is to see a world in which all suffering due to lack of healthcare is eradicated. Our Christian faith underpins all that we do. It motivates us to care for those in need, and give our best in all circumstances, as an expression of God's love. We serve the poor in health without regard for ethnic or religious background, focusing on where the need is greatest.

The Programmes team are looking to recruit a Programmes Administrator to support administrative functions across key programmatic areas and to provide general administrative support to the Programmes Team.

This role involves close collaboration with other departments, particularly in the Corporate Partnerships, Logistics, and Compliance teams, to ensure the efficient and effective placement of medicines and medical supplies in compliance with regulatory guidelines and best practices.

Additionally, the role provides administrative support for cross-team activities such as fundraising and communications, as well as for organisation-wide initiatives. This position is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills who is seeking a programme-facing role in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Person Specification

-   Experience of administration and record keeping to a high standard
-   Experience of working with data and systems
-   IT literate in all major MS Office applications
-   Highly organised, efficient and self-motivated
-   Excellent written communication skills
-   Strong interpersonal skills and ability to adapt as part of a small team
-   Ability to work with competing priorities, deadlines and targets
-   A commitment to accuracy, numeracy and excellent attention to detail
-   Ability to work within a regulatory/compliance framework
-   Committed to IHP's Christian Ethos and Values
-   Willingness to work flexible hours including occasional evening or weekend work 

The following would be desirable:

- Experience of managing relationships with external stakeholders
- Understanding of the international development, humanitarian or global health sectors

For further details regarding responsibilities and person specification, please see the job description.

IHP is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to working and embedding diversity and inclusion in all areas of our work including recruitment and selection. We actively encourage applicants to inform us of any specific support or reasonable adjustments we can make in the recruitment process (eg for disability or neurodivergence) and will continue this conversation into employment, as appropriate. 

Staff regularly spend time together praying for IHP’s work and there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have a personal commitment to the Christian faith.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

IHP Staff Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays 
• Specsavers eyecare vouchers
• Life Insurance and Critical Illness Cover
• Health and wellbeing support 
• Bike2work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Hybrid working/Modern office near Chancery Lane tube station

We have an active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion staff working group.  Our staff describe our culture as 'inclusive', 'dynamic' and 'rewarding', a place where you will be supported to 'thrive professionally and personally'. A new starter has described IHP as a place which 'puts people at our heart'. 

Join a dynamic team where your skills are valued, your voice is heard and you have the space to work independently and develop!

Applications will be reviewed as received and interviews will be held when required so please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

We are seeking a passionate individual to join our small but mighty team. This is an excellent opportunity to bring your skills and experience to a charity that aims to have a big impact in the community.  Your role will be to raise funds for the charity through varied community fundraising activities, including our flagship fundraising event Croyde Ocean Triathlon, as well as other smaller fundraising events throughout the year. The postholder will also be required to support and nurture existing relationships and look for new engagement and fundraising opportunities with local businesses, community organisations and schools, ensuring an effective, efficient and impactful journey for new and existing supporters.

Charity Purpose:

Earth Action North Devon (formerly Plastic Free North Devon) is a local environmental charity on a mission to protect and improve our environment through community led action. We aim to connect people with their natural surroundings through conversations, education and events to ensure residents and visitors alike want to protect what our very existence depends on. We want to see radical transformation towards a healthier and more informed relationship with the environment.

PLEASE NOTE: We are currently rebranding and the formal launch of our new name is at the end of March.

Role Purpose:

To help EAND generate income and expand its community fundraising efforts in order to help meet the charity’s mission.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 

We are a small, dedicated team so a committed and proactive approach is essential to help us continue to work towards our mission.We are looking for someone who:

• Has a keen interest and experience in community fundraising

• Is an excellent and adaptable communicator, comfortable engaging with people in a range scenarios (public, corporate and community events to 1-1 engagement)

• Is a forward thinking, team player with a ‘can do’ attitude and an ability to take initiative and get stuck in Is adaptable and able to work efficiently with a small team in a busy office

• Has the ability to manage and execute multiple tasks

• Is passionate about protecting and improving our environment and has a commitment to the values and mission of Earth Action North Devon

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and recruit new and existing supporters to participate in a range of events including those planned by EAND as well as ‘host your own’ fundraising events. 

• Support existing fundraisers to keep them engaged, maximise their value and retain them as supporters

• Work closely with the CEO and comms team to create engaging fundraising materials and create effective campaigns

• Organise fundraising events to maximise income (quizzes, raffles, etc)

• Liaise with local partners to encourage support

• Work closely alongside the CEO and team to deliver the fundraising strategy

• Develop and forge new and existing relationships with local clubs and associations to secure their support both financially and in raising environmental awareness and supporting action to contribute towards  the charities mission

• Support the CEO to sustain and build our existing business support network and better interlink with our fundraising activities 

• Create and maintain supporter fundraising information trackers to accurately record and monitor income against targets

• Represent the charity at events

• Carry out office and general duties and tasks to ensure the effectiveness and smooth running of the organisation

• Duties may vary from time to time as determined by service and business need

About us

We’re Breast Cancer Now, the research and support charity. We’re the place to turn to for anything and everything to do with breast cancer. However, you’re experiencing breast cancer, we’re here. 

The brightest minds in breast cancer research are here. Making life-saving research happen in labs across the UK and Ireland. Support services, trustworthy breast cancer information and specialist nurses are here. Ready to support you whenever you need it. Dedicated campaigners are here. Fighting for the best possible treatment, services and care for anyone affected by breast cancer.

About the role

We’re seeking a well-organised coordinator to join our growing support services team and help us reach more people living with secondary (metastatic) breast cancer. You will coordinate the successful delivery of face to face and online services providing information and emotional support in the UK.

You’ll work as part of a team based across the UK and arrange delivery of services in the East of England, playing a key role in increasing our reach and uptake. 

You’ll liaise with venues, expert speakers and support our team of dedicated qualified sessional therapists, as well as providing technical support for the running of monthly online services. And you’ll build productive relationships with healthcare professionals and other stakeholders to promote our services and increase their reach and uptake.

About you

We’re looking for someone with experience of developing and delivering information and support services, preferably in a health or charity environment. You’ll understand the challenges for people living with illness or complex health or social needs and be keen to use your excellent organisation and time management skills to juggle a busy workload.

You’ll enjoy working collaboratively and managing relationships with a range of stakeholders. A great team player, you’ll be flexible and able to travel and work outside normal office hours, including regular overnight stays. Above all, you’ll relish the opportunity to deliver our ambition to provide support for anyone living with secondary breast cancer who needs us, by making our services more widely available and accessible.

Job description and benefits

Please download the job description and our attractive benefits package. 

Home working

This role is primarily home based with travel expected across the east of England and occasional travel to London and/or other parts of the UK.

When applying

We hope you choose to apply for this role.

Please refer to the essential criteria on the person specification and clearly provide as much information as you can with examples, to demonstrate how and where you meet the criteria. If you’ve any immediate questions please contact Breast Cancer Now recruitment. 

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We’re committed to promoting equity, valuing diversity and creating an inclusive environment – for everyone who works for us, works with us, supports us and who we support.

Closing date

Monday 17 February 2025 at 09:00am

Interview date

Week commencing 24 February 2025

Nature Recovery Officer - Fixed-Term
Reference: JAN20254944
Location: Home-based, Dundee
Salary: £26,379.00 - £28,319.00 Per Annum
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave (pro rata)

This is a Fixed-Term role, funded by NHS Tayside Charitable Foundation, for 37.5 hours per week until April 2027. The RSPB reserves the right to extend or make this role permanent without further advertising dependent on business needs at the end of the contract term.

RSPB Scotland are collaborating with Recovery Services in Dundee on exploring how supporting nature can help us meet daily challenges. 

This is a homebased role with the primary project site located at The Friary in Lochee, Dundee. The position requires frequent travel within Dundee to visit partner sites and engage with local communities. 

This is a dynamic and exciting role, requiring a passionate, driven, and experienced individual who is committed to promoting nature-based recovery and supporting community involvement in and support for nature. 

What's the role about? 

The Nature Recovery Officer is crucial in supporting the development and growth of our exciting Nature Recovery Project in Dundee. This position focuses on building relationships with recovery services and partners to facilitate nature-based activities and the establishment of a Nature Recovery garden at The Friary. You will work closely with stakeholders to design and deliver a programme of events, workshops, and training opportunities that engage recovery services, service users, and the wider public with the positive impact nature has on recovery journeys. Main responsibilities include: 

Garden development: Supporting the establishment of a Nature Recovery garden at The Friary, including co-designing spaces with local recovery services and managing activities related to the garden's creation, such as coordinating the sourcing of materials and bringing specialists in to support. 

Community engagement: Building strong relationships with local communities, particularly recovery services, to engage them in nature-based activities at The Friary. This includes creating and delivering workshops and events that promote the health and well-being benefits of nature. 

Volunteer programme: Developing and managing a volunteer programme to involve local residents in the ongoing development of the garden, gardening activities, and community events. This will include recruitment, training, and coordination of volunteers.

Stakeholder communications: Maintaining regular communications with key stakeholders, including recovery services, community organisations, and local partners, to ensure the success of the Nature Recovery project. You will also be responsible for reporting to the Project Manager on project progress, challenges, and successes.

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

You will lead on all agreed project outcomes and drive the Nature Recovery project forward in a professional and enthusiastic manner. Therefore, you will have: 

• Experience of working with the public and partners to deliver events/activities that engage a wide range of people. 

• Ability to motivate diverse groups face to face. 

• Proven time management and organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms.

• Ability to work creatively and under own initiative. 

• Experience in developing partnerships and working collaboratively with others.

• Experience with recruiting, supporting and managing volunteers.

• Competent IT skills (e.g. Microsoft Office). 

• Knowledge of basic Health and Safety procedures including risk assessment for workshops and events.

Desirable skills, knowledge, and experience:

• Knowledge of and/or experience with Dundee and the recovery landscape, or ability to prove transferable knowledge and skills.

Closing date: 23:59, Tue, 25th Feb 2025

We will conduct interviews for this position from week commencing 10 March 2025, with a view to the successful candidate starting from week commencing 14 April 2025. 

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

We will deliver a 30 minute online presentation about the Nature Recovery project on Thursday 13 February at 10am. This will give you the opportunity to ask questions and find out more about the wider work in Dundee. This session will be recorded, and available on request after 13 February. 

As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a CV and complete a short application. Please explain in your cover letter how you meet the criteria set above.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will require completion of a PVG in addition to the standard pre-employment checks.

We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.

The RSPB is a licenced sponsor. This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.

No agencies please.

About the Organisation:

Mary Seacole Housing Association is a highly regarded Supported Accommodation and Community Services provider committed to addressing homelessness and supporting vulnerable non-UK nationals. Our mission is to deliver immigration support, accommodation, and outreach services to individuals who face complex challenges. We aim to foster inclusive communities and provide high-quality services to our clients. You will be joining a dedicated team working on a high-impact project that focuses on helping non-UK nationals who are currently experiencing homelessness.

Role Purpose:

The Support Worker (Rough Sleeping Outreach) will play a crucial role in supporting individuals sleeping rough, with a particular focus on migrants from non-EU countries. The role involves offering assessments, placing individuals into suitable accommodation, and supporting them through resettlement, including engagement with Immigration Advisors and helping them transition to sustainable housing and employment or facilitating reconnection with their Local Authority area, country of origin, or family/friends who can offer housing or work.

This service aims to minimise new, long-term, and repeat rough sleeping by providing access to specialist health care and other vital services, ensuring that every individual receives the tailored support they need to avoid returning to homelessness.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct Assessments: Carry out comprehensive assessments for people sleeping rough, identifying their individual needs with a trauma-informed approach and ensuring that any barriers to accessing services are removed.

Place Individuals in Accommodation: Work collaboratively with housing providers to secure appropriate accommodation, ensuring swift placements that meet the individual’s specific circumstances, including emergency accommodation when necessary.

Support Migrants: Ensure that migrants from non-EU backgrounds have access to opportunities to move into sustainable housing, employment, or reconnect with their country of origin, family, or friends who can provide support. Assist in their journey to settle into long-term accommodation and employment options, where applicable.
Engage with Immigration Advisors: Facilitate engagement with Immigration Advisors (IA) to ensure that individuals are supported with any legal or eligibility issues relating to their immigration status.

Provide Resettlement Support: Offer continued support to individuals after their placement in accommodation, focusing on resettling them effectively within four months. This includes access to employment or further assistance from relevant service providers.

Collaborate with Multi-Agency Partners: Work closely with key partners, including health services, housing teams, and local charities, to provide a holistic, multi-agency response to rough sleeping and ensure the best possible outcomes for service users.

Respond to Outreach Reports: Act promptly on reports of rough sleeping from the public, partner agencies, or tools like Streetlink, ensuring effective and timely intervention.

Build Trusting Relationships: Develop strong, trusting relationships with vulnerable individuals to help them access and engage with available services. Continuously offer support to help them transition into secure housing and avoid a return to rough sleeping.

Driving and Flexibility: The role involves travel across the borough to different locations, so a full, clean driving license is essential. The successful candidate must be flexible in their working hours, as outreach may occur during early mornings, evenings, and weekends.

Experience:

Significant experience working with migrants or individuals facing multiple disadvantages (e.g., homelessness, mental health issues, substance misuse).

Knowledge and experience of trauma-informed care and supporting individuals in crisis situations.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a focus on building trust with vulnerable individuals.
• Ability to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of service users.
• Competence in conducting needs assessments, developing support plans, and assisting with resettlement efforts.

Languages / Other:

• Additional language skills are essential, particularly North African dialects, Arabic, or Hindi, to effectively communicate with migrant communities in Luton.
• Driving License: A full, clean driving license is essential, and the ability to travel across the borough to meet with service users in different locations.
• Flexibility and working hours: Outreach workers follow a varied rota, including 9 AM–5 PM shifts and early mornings like 6 AM–2 PM and 5 AM–12 PM. This ensures flexible support and outreach at key times to meet community needs effectively.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience working in an outreach or housing support role.
• Familiarity with local housing services, immigration advice, and homelessness support in Luton.
• Ability to work in a multi-agency setting and to coordinate effectively with partners.

Other Requirements:

• Commitment to Luton Borough Council’s mission to end rough sleeping by 2027.
• Willingness to undertake further training and development as needed.
• A valid enhanced DBS check (courtesy of MSHA)

Job Types: Full-time (12 months fixed-term). Depending on funding and performance, an extension to the contract may be possible.

Pay: £28,000.00 per year (Hours: 39 hours per week)

We welcome applications from individuals who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others. Sounds like you'd be a great fit? Please apply and we will send you the full JD and employment application.

About the role

Are you passionate about workforce development and improving professional support services? We are seeking a motivated Workforce and Professionalism Assistant to join the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG).

In this role, you will provide essential administrative support to our Workforce and Professionalism team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. You will contribute to our efforts in supporting the O&G workforce, creating positive member experiences and enhancing workforce services.

In this role you will have an opportunity to:

• Provide administrative support and record management for the RCOG awards process and other key initiatives.
• Monitor budget expenditures, handle expenses, and assist with financial record-keeping.
• Manage correspondence and ensure timely responses to queries, supporting the Job Plan Review Service.
• Assist with workforce publications, ensuring content is accurate, relevant, and timely.
• Support the coordination of small-scale events and focus groups.
• Take minutes at meetings and contribute to the general administrative processes of the team.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection principles in managing sensitive information.

For the full list of key responsibilities, please check the recruitment pack.

At RCOG, we are a values-led organisation committed to inclusivity, collaboration, and making a positive impact on the healthcare sector. Join our team, where your contributions will shape the future of women’s healthcare.

About you

This position is well-suited to an organised, proactive and customer-focused professional who enjoys building lasting relationships and working in a dynamic environment. You will bring excellent administrative, communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Requirements:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage professionally with a wide range of stakeholders
• Demonstrable experience in administrative tasks
• Working knowledge of supporting meetings, events and committees
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and data protection

Desirable criteria:

• Familiarity with NHS workforce or O&G careers.
• A background in working within a medical or membership-based organisation.

Our culture and benefits

As a key member of the team, you will be located in our offices in London Bridge. We offer a friendly, values led working culture with an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Agile and flexible working environment and free lunch onsite
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and office closure from 25 December to 1 January
• 10% pension contribution after probation
• Enhanced wellbeing and family support
• Interest-free bike and season ticket loans after probation
• Tailored Learning and Development and study leave
• Affinity staff networks
• Life assurance and income protection schemes
• Lifestyle discounts

For a full list of the benefits we offer, please visit our careers site.

How to apply

• Closing date: 10.00 am on Friday 14 February 2025
• We encourage candidates to apply early and reserve the right to close the advert and appoint before the closing date.

​We believe that diverse teams will deliver the best outcomes for women's healthcare and we strive to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups, including those from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. To find out more, please see our Diversity Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy.

Please note: We are only accepting applicants with a right to work in the UK; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.

About us

The RCOG is a professional membership association dedicated to improving women’s health care across the world. We do this by setting standards for clinical practice, providing doctors with training and lifelong learning, and working with partners to advocate for women’s health and health care across their life course. We are a global leader in this specialist area, supporting 17,500 members in the UK and internationally.

We are a values-led organisation placing high standards, innovation, openness, inclusiveness and trust at the centre of all we do.

Community Based/Home Working – East Midlands

Permanent, Full Time

Circa £30,000 plus competitive benefits

Do you want to make a difference?

The RAF Benevolent Fund is the leading welfare charity for the RAF. Every year we make a real difference to over 40,000 people who benefit from our services. Working at the Fund is more than sitting at your desk ad in this role you will have the opportunity to be part of our RAF Family.  Alongside helping our beneficiaries, we also get to hang out with Spitfires and Typhoons, take part in a Dambusters bike ride, attend events like Royal Ascot, the Chelsea Flower Show, and the Bomber Command Memorial Service. Every day you will make a difference and play your part in changing the lives of others and helping people in the RAF Family get through the toughest of times.

It doesn’t matter how long someone served or when. If they were part of the RAF, they and their family are part of our RAF Family. We will always be here to support them when they need it most.

Join the RAF Family and play your part in making a difference.

Do you want to play a part in what we do?

People are at the heart of what we do. Together we:

· Help reduce social isolation and loneliness among veterans. 

· We support ill or injured men and women to have a safe place to call home, a home that meets their specific needs.

· We fund youth services on stations to provide clubs and activities for the children of serving personnel who move every few years.

· We provide grants to help with the cost of living. But this is just a few of the ways we help.

We are seeking an individual to undertake the dual role of promoting the profile of the RAF Benevolent Funds welfare offer, whilst also carrying out welfare casework. Post holders will be expected to undertake holistic assessment of need both remotely (over the telephone and online) and when required in person across their region. You will be expected to work with individuals who may have complex and sometimes challenging welfare needs, assisting them by identifying appropriate support from within both the RAF Benevolent Fund and the wider statutory and military charity sector, ensuring that support is made available to meet their need through the case working process.

The successful candidate will have experience of working in a social welfare role supporting individuals and will have strong people and relationship-building skills, as well as empathy with or understanding of issues affecting the Armed Forces community.

This is a community-based position working from home (ideally based in Nottinghamshire) but covering the East Midlands region. The candidate must have their own vehicle for use of traveling around the region. Occasional travel to London will be required. The successful candidate for this role will need to be DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK.

To apply, please click on this link and send your CV, together with a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for this role, providing examples of how you meet the job profile when you apply through our recruitment portal.

The closing date for applications is Tuesday 18th February 2025, 5.00pm.  

A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Fund takes safeguarding seriously, and appropriate background checks will be completed. You can find out more about our commitment to safeguarding on our website. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund.

The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).

The vacancy

We help young people to build life-long belief in themselves, supporting them to take on their own challenges, follow their passions and discover talents they never knew they had. Because when you prove yourself that you’re ready for anything nothing can hold you back.

We are looking for an enthusiastic events fundraiser to join our Fundraising Events Team to help us create and deliver memorable experiences for our donors.

The Fundraising Events team plays a significant role in supporting income generation across the wider Fundraising Team through an exciting and varied events portfolio, including fundraising dinners, donor engagement events, golf days, and a clay shoot.

As an Events Executive, you will assist the Fundraising Events Team with the delivery of our annual portfolio of events. You will assist with all aspects of delivery including guest communications, supplier liaison, customer service, data management and income tracking.

You will collaborate closely with colleagues across the Corporate Partnerships and Major Gifts teams to ensure we are delivering great experiences for our supporters.

Your key accountabilities include:

• Support with the delivery and management of all aspects of a successful event including supplier selection and liaison, supporter management, budget and project plans.
• Deliver and manage specific events, as designated.
• To support the development of our events programme by researching venues and suppliers as required.
• To source, negotiate and manage supplier contracts as required and to work with the team to reduce event costs and maximise event income and ROI.
• To source and manage prizes and gifts in kind for auctions and events and be responsible for co-ordinating and managing item information to promote the prizes in event materials.
• To support team members to ensure deadlines are met and events are successfully delivered, and any other tasks as required.
• To create and maintain accurate budget sheets and financial records for events as required and process all income and expenditure for designated events.

What are we looking for?  

• Experience of working within an events team, ideally within the charity sector.
• Exceptional project management skills.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• Able to work well under pressure, balancing priorities and workload to achieve deadlines and targets.
• Results driven.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders both internally and externally.

Desirable

• Studying towards or hold a qualification in Event Management or similar.
• knowledge of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award or an award holder.

Due to the nature of the role, you will be flexible with regular travel, evening work and occasional overnight stays within the UK.

If you are passionate about being part of the Duke of Edinburgh’s incredible legacy to empower young people with the confidence, skills and resilience to make a real difference to themselves and the world, we would very much like to hear from you.

Closing date for all applications: 16th February – Midnight

1st Interviews WC: 24th February – to be held virtually via MS Teams.

2nd Interviews WC: 3rd March – Venue to be confirmed if required.

 If you would like to access the application form in a different format or if would like any assistance that might help improve your experience while completing the application, please contact us.

The DofE are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. (e.g., DBS/PVG or similar), including 2 years references covering any gaps in education/employment, confirm eligibility to work in the UK and complete a health check.

**The geographical allowance payable on top of the pay rate for staff member having a home or office-based postcode within 30 miles (as the crow flies) from Charing Cross, WC2N 5HS. The allowance is 7% capped at £4,000 (pro rata) per annum.

Engagement Support Officer

Location: Hybrid - Working from home and the offices in central London
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent

Our client is looking for a support officer to help the engagement team deliver all its work. They will provide administrative support to ensure the smooth delivery of work spanning equity, diversity and inclusion, employer engagement, events, marketing and communications, and policy and influence. It is an ideal role for someone with experience of office management or general administration.

They are a charity and membership organisation that brings the science professions together and provides professional registration for scientists, science technicians and science teachers. Engaging with member organisations, potential members, science employers, partner organisations and others is central to all our work. The engagement team makes sure that they communicate with them effectively, host events that are relevant to them, have influence on their behalf, and help them improve equity, diversity and inclusion.

Role Summary 

Salary: £28,000 
Working Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, or part time dependent on experience (They will consider flexible working and secondments)
Contract: Permanent 
Location: Hybrid working from home & Their offices in Central London

Benefits

• 5% employer pension contribution.
• 25 days annual holiday (pro rata if part time) and public holidays, plus Science Council closure days between Christmas and New Year.

The role

You will support the development and delivery of the engagement team’s work as required, including

• arranging and supporting meetings;
• supporting the design, development and delivery of events;
• supporting the design and delivery of stakeholder communications;
• maintaining records of relationships and communications;
• financial administration; and
• fielding enquiries.

As a member of their team, you will provide excellent customer service, work with and support colleagues across the organisation, promote and uphold professional standards, and demonstrate exemplary commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

In return, you will be welcomed into a friendly and dedicated team of staff and volunteers. You will be provided with the support, training and development you need to do your job. You will benefit from a flexible and inclusive approach to work.

Who they’re looking for

You may have experience of office management, administration or general support for office-based work. You will have experience of, and enjoy, working across a range of activities with a diverse group of people. You will have a willingness to proactively take on unfamiliar tasks and tackle them efficiently. You will be comfortable working with various software packages. You may be interested in science and its application, but you don’t need to be.

How to apply

Please submit both a succinct CV (maximum 3 pages) and a personal statement (maximum 2 pages) that explains how you meet the essential criteria that are labelled as being assessed at the application stage. Apply via their portal by Date/Time.

Please note, applicants are required to have the right to work in the UK, and documentary evidence will be requested at the interview stage.

Anticipated selection process and timeline

The dates and activities may need to be varied in response to the number and type of applications they receive, or other unforeseen circumstances. Should this prove necessary, they will provide updated estimates of the timeline to candidates who remain in the pool of applicants under consideration. They will endeavour to notify unsuccessful applicants in a timely manner at each stage of the selection process.

Dates

2nd March - Application deadline
10th March    - Longlisting, then shortlisting of applications
11th March    - Invite to interview
25th March     - In-person interviews in central London preceded by presentation or other role-related task.
27th March    - They will engage in discussions with the preferred candidate.
31st March    - Appointment confirmed and remaining unsuccessful candidates notified.

They’re committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity and aim to have a team which reflects the diverse society of the UK. They encourage applications from all sections of the community. If you have any questions, or requests for adjustments at any stage of the selection process, please ask and they’ll do their best to address them.

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Job Description

Job Title: Corporate Partnerships Executive Directorate: Income Generation

Team/Department (if specific): National Partnerships Management, within High Value Partnerships Department

Salary: £22,932 - £26,319 plus £3,366 inner London weighting if applicable Vacancy Type: Permanent

Location: London (Combination of home based with at least one day a week in the London office. Please note during busy partnerships period it may be necessary to be in the London office more regularly and travel to partner locations is expected).

Context and Background

The NSPCC believes in fighting for every childhood, in order to carry out its charitable work, the NSPCC relies on the fundraising support of people across the UK for 85% of its annual income. Within Fundraising, our aim is to provide maximum resources for the NSPCC and children by working together to create the best possible donor experience by building long-term relationships to create a supporter experience which is different, better and more rewarding than that of supporting any other charity.

The Corporate Partnerships Department is comprised of three teams – a national Partnership Management team and a national New Business team, both based in London, and a regional Partnerships team, based across the UK. We believe that partnerships with companies are one of the best ways to raise money, reach millions of people, and engage in the UK public with our work. As much as a one-off donation is always welcome, we want to develop long-term, mutually beneficial relationships that put companies at the heart of what we do and simultaneously meet commercial needs.

We are looking to recruit a Partnership Executive to join the national Partnership Management team. 

The successful candidate will ideally have an understanding of corporate fundraising and the charity sector and will be excited about the opportunity to support our work. They will be great at building relationships with colleagues and external partners, as well as working independently to manage projects, support events, tell stories, create inspiring communications, and ensure our partners love supporting the NSPCC. They’ll bring creativity and a can-do attitude to the team and be an important ambassador of the NSPCC.

Job Purpose

• To provide a high level of support on the NSPCC’s flagship partnership and the projects that accompany it
• To produce high quality fundraising assets and creative stewardship pieces for stakeholders.
• To lead on projects that support the team

​Key relationships - Internal

• Reports to a Senior Partnerships Manager
•  Works closely with an Account Manager
• Support on the Head of team on projects
• Works closely with the Strategic Projects and Communications team
•  Liaises with staff in the other NSPCC functions

Key relationships – External

• Key stakeholders across relevant partnerships
• NSPCC suppliers to order/receive goods necessary for carrying out team fundraising activities

Main duties and responsibilities 

•  To act as assistant to a team delivering the NSPCC’s flagship partnership. Carrying out tasks as assigned by the line manager or Head of team to agreed standards and deadlines and meeting corporate standards of customer service.
• To draft and produce written communications such as newsletters, emails, fundraising assets and other documents as required, using word processing, databases and spreadsheets to required standards.
• To build relationships with fundraisers across corporate partnerships and support at fundraising events where required.
• To undertake specific projects as necessary or as required to support the team.
• To organise internal and external meetings on behalf of the team as required, including co-ordinating dates, booking meeting rooms/venues/facilities, organising refreshments and taking minutes at meetings as required.
• To proactively take steps to improve knowledge and understanding of our partners through supporting the development of relationships with them and conducting research as requested.
• To maintain an efficient record keeping system for the team, including current and archived files, using appropriate databases and systems.
•  To provide financial administrative assistance to budget holders, including processing invoices, placing orders, undertaking financial analysis, cash handling and banking in line with NPSCC policies and procedures.
• Improving processes within the department.

Responsibilities for all Staff within the Income Generation Directorate

• To attend and occasionally lead team meetings and actively participate in department meetings, contributing to strategy, discussions and decisions which will be beneficial to the NSPCC’s development of fundraising activities.
• To behave at all times in a manner consistent with the NSPCC’s Values.
•  To ensure data used in relevant systems is current, accurate and reliable.
•  To maintain an awareness of own and others’ Health and Safety and comply with the NSPCC’s Health and Safety policy and procedures.
•  A commitment to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people.

Person specification

1. Experience of confidently liaising with multiple teams and with external supporters to assist departmental activities
2. Well-developed verbal communication skills to provide the highest standards of customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
3. Ability to produce clear and impactful written materials with meticulous attention to detail
4. Proven track record of working proactively and flexibly within a dynamic and pressurised environment
5. Proven track record organising own workload efficiently with often competing deadlines
6. High standard of numeracy skills in accurately entering and recording financial data and other general calculations and working withing defined procedures and regulations
7. Ability to effectively manage complex projects with competing outcomes
8. Ability to deal with confidential information sensitively and appropriately
9. Ability to deal with confidential information sensitively and appropriately
10.  Experience using Windows-based software packages including word processing, spread sheets, email and the internet to deliver tasks and projects. Experience of using Raisers Edge desirable