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We are a dynamic organisation with a clear vision to create a world where everyone can know Jesus through the Bible. We're looking for a centre manager for our offices in Senegal. Could this be the adventure for you?
- Salary: £15,000-£60,000 in personal support.
- Location: Senegal
- Terms of appointment: Full-time. Permanent.
Responsibilites
- Develop plans for housing, office and maintenance priorities, operational procedures, security, expenditures, etc.
- Coordinate centre services personnel and make staffing recommendations.
- Supervise purchases of materials and supplies.
- Supervise/carry out maintenance of buildings, vehicles and equipment.
- Coordinate construction projects involving third party contractors.
- Circulate information regarding operation of facilities, vehicles and equipment and maintain records of usage.
- Handle correspondence related to centre services and operations.
- Assist in planning and execution of logistical arrangements for workshops, seminars and conferences.
*More details can be found in the job pack.
This post is subject to an occupational requirement under Schedule 9 of the Equality Act that the post holder be a practising Christian (see application pack for details).
Please note we don’t pay salaries to our Wycliffe members. Our members raise financial and prayer support for their work from churches, friends and grant making trusts.
A world where everyone can know Jesus through the Bible
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This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior HR Admin transitioning to managing an HR standalone function. This is an interim full-time role based in Farringdon, with occasional travel to Bristol. You will have the opportunity to significantly contribute to the development of the HR function at Deighton Pierce Glynn (DPG). The role supports all aspects of HR administration, the activities relating to recruitment & development, diversity & inclusion, promoting positive employee relations, reward, wellbeing and helping to ensure relevant HR policies and procedures are understood and followed. You will have the opportunity to work with the DPG team and the Senior HR Consultant, collaboratively, to develop the HR function, putting in place more structure and consistency at DPG. You will also have the chance to undertake HR initiatives that help deliver the DPG People and Culture objectives.
You will have the ability to truly grow and develop within the role as you will be the main HR contact for all HR matters, with support from the Managing Partner, Practice Manager and HR Consultant.
Requirements:
- At least 2-4 years’ experience in a Senior HR Admin role with some generalist background including supporting ER cases.
- A desire to continue developing your HR experience, including studying the CIPD, and growing your career in this area.
- Able to demonstrate professionalism, discretion and confidentiality at all times.
- Strong emotional intelligence, relationship building skills and a genuine desire to help ‘make a difference’ in terms of helping the team to be successful through fair and consistent approach to developing HR practices that support their growth, motivation and well being.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Confident using excel, word and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work at pace and multitask.
- There is no requirement to already have experience of working for a law firm, however we are looking for someone with a keen interest in working for a law firm with a strong ethos of ‘using the law for good’ and promoting civil rights.
To create a financially sustainable firm that enables us to use the law to empower our clients to hold the state to account for its actions.
We are looking for an agile, proactive individual who will join the team as Finance Manager working closely with the CEO and two finance officers to coordinate and deliver Black Minds Matter UK’s financial activities and strategic objectives.
Finance Manager
Location: Remote. With the option to attend a co-working hub on an ad hoc basis.
Salary: £36,000 per annum FTE (including London weighting)
Contract: Part time, 15-22.5 hours per week - permanent with time available Monday - Friday.
This role will be suited to someone who is detail oriented, highly effective at financial management and controls in a charity environment, able to support non-finance managers with budget management.
You will be a strategic thinker and efficient planner who enjoys working as a core small team and is self-motivated when working remotely. We are looking for someone who is looking for an active and responsible role in a friendly and highly supportive organisation.
As the Finance Manager you will play a crucial role in helping us succeed in achieving and setting financial goals and objectives.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Strategy, modelling and leadership
- Finance & Operational Management
- Risk Management and Compliance
Qualifications and Experience:
To be successful in this role, we seek the following qualifications and experience:
- Be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience.
- Circa 3+ years experience PQE.
- Must have demonstrable experience of leading a team.
- Must be a strong communicator throughout the organisation.
- Any additional qualification in charity finance or leadership.
- A desirable and genuine interest in mental health and/or addressing racial disparities in the mental health field.
Our vision
A community of Black people, readily accessing mental health support, recovering fully from mental illness and thriving
Our Mission
We create and champion safe, and accessible mental health support with, and for the Black community.
Our Values
Community, Access, Safety, Healing and Change
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how your skills and passion can contribute to our mission of promoting mental well-being within the Black community.
Please note that the application deadline is 11th of October 2024.
We will review all applications and contact shortlisted candidates for further assessment and interviews.
Interviews:
You can expect a first and second interview as part of our recruitment process and you will be contacted by email to arrange this should your initial application be successful.
First Interview: 25th of October 2024
Second interview: 8th of November 2024
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.
You must have the right to work in the UK.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
At Black Minds Matter UK, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from Black and minority ethnic communities.
No agencies please.
Millfield is one of the leading UK independent schools for boys and girls aged 2–18 years. As one of the largest co-educational boarding and day schools in the UK, with over 1,300 students at Millfield and 440 at Millfield Prep, it has the resources to offer world-leading teaching and coaching. Millfield never settles for the status quo and regards itself as a disruptor in education.
Established in 1935 and located on an impressive campus in a stunning location with world-class facilities, it believes in shaping the school around the child, where excellence in teaching and coaching comes together with the child at the centre. Its aim is that each individual will discover their own brilliance. Students come from 70 different countries to the school, and >90% of applicants have it as their first choice. Since 1935, Millfield has celebrated diversity, and ‘the Millfield mix’ has been achieved through a relentless commitment to supporting bursaries.
Millfield is now seeking to appoint an exceptional Director of Development to take the lead in delivering its future fundraising and stakeholder relations strategies. Both will align with the vision, goals and values of the school and the Millfield Foundation (a separate but linked charity) and build upon the structures and relationships already in place.
Reporting to the Headmaster and as a member of the Executive Group, the Director will be responsible for further developing relations with a broad network of alumni, friends and supporters (nationally and internationally) and delivering a £multi-million fundraising campaign for transformational bursaries in recognition of the school’s 100th anniversary in 2035.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly experienced development professional to create a sector-leading campaign. Bringing a strong track record in major gifts fundraising along with outstanding relationship-building skills, the successful candidate will be an inspiring individual with the expertise to deliver ambitious fundraising strategies and optimise the school’s significant philanthropic potential.
Experience of working in a UK school environment is not essential, but candidates will be supportive of independent education in general and the Millfield ethos in particular.
Further information about the role and details of how to apply can be found via the Apply button.
Closing date: 10.00am on Monday 14th October 2024.
Millfield School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information brochure.
RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.
Supported Lodgings Coordinator
This is an exciting opportunity to join Depaul to help set up and develop a new Supported Lodgings service.
Position: Supported Lodgings Coordinator
Location: Cheshire West and Chester - (borough wide predominantly Ellesmere Port and Chester)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours
Salary: £24,136 Per Annum Plus Pension
Closing Date: Tuesday 15th October 2024
About the Role
The Supported Lodgings Coordinator role is a busy and varied one. You will be responsible for ensuring all young people referred to the service, are assessed, supported and placed effectively with their hosts. In addition, you will be responsible for overseeing the recruitment, training and management of hosts, as well as promoting the service to key stakeholders, and supporting young people directly.
Cheshire West Supported Lodgings service works in partnership with Cheshire West and Chester Council across the borough; so you will be responsible for the effective delivery and development of the scheme.
Your work will be underpinned by Depaul’s Endeavour model of assets-based, psychologically informed delivery. The aim of this is to ensure that every young person leaves the service with the skills and resilience to be confident and self-determining in their lives.
Working under the direction, guidance and support of the Deputy Supported Lodgings Manager and the Greater Manchester Prevention Team you will be responsible for young people needing longer-term placements, as well as sharing responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of all hosts and staff at the service.
Key responsibilities include:
· To be the first point of contact for young people and referral partners wanting to access the Supported Lodgings service.
· You will lead the assessment of needs and risk, predominantly focused on suitable risk management plans for the safeguarding, matching and placement of young Care Leavers in the homes of hosts
· Arrange all aspects of a young person’s stay with a host, ensuring they feel welcomed and supported, taking into account the support needs of individuals.
· You will have responsibility for ensuring the health and safety of the environment for young people and hosts through regular checks and reporting.
· To work with young people, hosts and other agencies, to prepare them for independent living and access longer-term, appropriate accommodation using support plans.
· You will be part of a team responsible for a 24-hour on-call service
· You will recruit, vet and train hosts both formally and informally ensuring that the host recruitment policies and procedures are implemented.
· You will be responsible for carrying out regular checks on host accommodation and assisting them to make necessary changes.
· You will proactively work in partnership with Cheshire West and Chester Council statutory teams and multiple agencies, to support the wellbeing and ongoing housing needs of young Care Leavers, working in accordance with safeguarding, data protection and information sharing protocols.
· You will lead on the active promotion and selling of the Supported Lodgings service to all potential hosts and referral partners, across the voluntary/statutory sectors and within the wider local community.
About You
You will need to have the following skills and experience:
· Experience and an understanding of working with Care Leavers, young people experiencing homelessness, unaccompanied asylum seekers or people in crisis
· Experience in supporting young people with their support needs, working closely with other key professionals.
· Experience in writing, implementing and evaluating risk assessments
· Experience in supervising or supporting hosts or staff
· An understanding and commitment to working in an assets-based way
· Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of safeguarding requirements and procedures and follow them through to the conclusion
· High-level understanding of professional boundaries and ability to maintain them
· Effective collaborative working with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
· Ability to effectively reflect on own practices for ongoing learning and development
In return for working here, you will receive:
· A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role
· Flexible working model for suitable roles.
· 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service.
· Family-friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.
· Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service
· Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.
· Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.
· Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More
· Death in service (4x Base salary)
· Legal Advice line
About the Organisation
Depaul UK delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialize in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within. Our organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and the South Coast.
You may have experience in areas such as: Service Coordinator, Client Services Coordinator, Housing Services Coordinator, Services Coordinator, Residential Services Coordinator.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they're likely to die from.
We want a different society than the one we live in now. Our mission for the next five years is to close the gap in the number of people missing out on what they need at the end-of-life, through 3 ways:
- Growing and transforming our direct care and support
- Delivering more practical information and support
- Leading in shaping the end-of-life experience
Your role in our mission…
- We are seeking two ambitious New Partnerships Leads with a strong track record of identifying, cultivating and winning six and seven figure charity of the year, cause related marketing, sponsorship, brand and strategic partnerships.
- With a sector-led approach, you will have responsibility and accountability for developing and implementing successful sector strategies and proactively generating leads to build, maintain and convert your own high-value pipeline.
- You will be a motivated, tenacious, resilient expert in corporate partnerships, and be able to seek out and develop new strategic, mutually beneficial partnerships that will generate significant income and awareness for Marie Curie.
- These roles require someone who is a strategic and commercial thinker, with the ability to maximise both short term opportunities and plan for the long term. You will have strong sector/industry networks, an expert understanding of corporate partnerships and have a proven ability to lead, develop and implement ambitious sector strategies.
- Essential to these roles is an ability to build strong internal and external relationships, and the ability to lead, motivate and support other team members. You will need to collaborate to produce high quality, tailored new business proposals, pitches and vote strategies at pace.
These roles will also require a willingness to travel across the UK.
Additional Criteria for Success:
- Proven track record in securing 6 or 7 figure corporate partnerships
- Experience of working on Charity of the Year (COTY), strategic, commercial and foundation partnerships.
- Experience of winning new business across a range of income streams, including Charity of the Year, CRM and sponsorship.
- Evidence of writing proposals, delivering pitches and winning corporate partnerships with a £100k+ value.
- Experience of identifying, prospecting and securing commercial relationships with corporate organisations in a charitable and / or commercial setting.
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £34,500.00 - 41,500 + LWA £3,500 if applicable
Location: This role can be hybrid or home-based and can be based anywhere within the UK.
Application & Interview Process
- As part of your online application please submit your CV plus a paragraph outlining your interest in/suitability for the role.
- Close date for applications: Tuesday 8th October 2024. We encourage early applications as we may start screening prior to the deadline.
Benefits you'll LOVE:
- Flexible working. We're happy to discuss flexible working at the interview stage.
- 25 days annual leave (exclusive of Bank Holidays)
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme (we will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and season tickets
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Industry-leading training programmes
- Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programmes
- Enhanced bereavement, family friendly and sickness benefits
- Access to Blue Light Card membership
- Subsidised Eye Care
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We are committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We're happy to accommodate any requests for reasonable adjustments. Please email any requests to [email protected]
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Fundraising Administration Executive
Salary: £25,500.00 Per Annum, Plus Desirable Benefits
Full-Time, Permanent Position
Based at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
This is a newly created and pivotal role in The Aspinall Foundation’s small fundraising team. The Fundraising Administration Executive will be responsible for the delivery and implementation of the charity’s key adoption fundraising programme and supporting the effective running of the Department as a whole.
The Fundraising Administration Executive will administer The Aspinall Foundation supporter database (Donorfy) including maintaining accurate contact details and contact preferences, in line with GDPR consent, and gift aid eligibility. You will prepare and collect direct debit payments, oversee the import and administration of all new regular givers, accurately record all income, manage supporter communication, administer digital and third-party adoption platforms, and provide ad hoc support with project administration or event facilitation.
A full job description is available on request.
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will be looking to advance their career in fundraising, and will be dedicated to providing supporters with an exceptional experience, ensuring they feel supported and appreciated every step of the way.
You will have a proven track record and passion for delivering outstanding customer service, with excellent communication skills and a high level of attention to detail. You will have prior experience using a CRM database, alongside excellent IT skills including the use of MS office applications. You have the ability to work flexibly, be responsive to changing demands, and work collaboratively as part of a busy team, pitching in whenever and wherever needed.
You will have an interest or connection to our cause and a real desire to help the rewilding of animals and animal conservation. Previous experience of working in the charity sector, and knowledge of GDPR is desirable.
Contract details:
This is a full-time, permanent position, working 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 9-5pm. This role is based at Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve near Folkestone and Ashford. All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. A reliable mode of transport is recommended due to our remote location
About The Aspinall Foundation:
The Aspinall Foundation’s mission is to prevent the extinction of endangered animals. Our overseas project teams work with communities and Governments in Gabon, Congo, Madagascar, South Africa and Java to develop a balanced and sustainable future with wildlife and people living harmoniously side by side. By working in partnership with our two wild animal parks in Kent we have rewilded hundreds of captive-born endangered animals back to their natural habitat to support and restore native wild populations.
Why you should join us:
As well as walking to work surrounded by the calls of Howler monkeys and the roars from our pride of Lions, you will also join a supportive team who are passionate about their place of work.
You can also expect a host of other benefits including:
- 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, rising with length of service. (Pro-rated to start date)
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including workshops and e-learning
- Unlimited free entry for you and a person of your choice into both of our parks as well as friends and family tickets.
- Exceptional discounts on food, retail and accommodation at our parks.
- Numerous retail discounts and access to a 24-hour counselling line through our Healthy Extras Scheme.
- Company Pension.
To apply: If you want to work in an exciting and unique environment where no two days are the same, please email your C.V. and covering letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking an exceptional and experienced Operations Coordinator to work closely with the Chief Executive to lead and manage the operational growth of Black Minds Matter UK.
Operations Coordinator
Location: Flexible, must be able to work from our London office at least once a week and will be required to attend in person meetings and fundraising activities.
Salary: £32,000
Contract: Full time, 37.5hrs per week – permanent
This dynamic role is ideal for an experienced operations professional who can deliver strategic initiatives.
The Operations Coordinator will be responsible for implementing operational initiatives, working creatively to enhance efficiency and identify new opportunities. Reporting to the CEO, the Operations Coordinator will be a key member of Black Minds Matter UK’s team.
Key responsibilities and tasks of role:
- Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with organisational goals.
- Handling multiple email inboxes and correspondence.
- Scheduling meetings, appointments, and coordinating calendars across the departments.
- Managing files, records, and documentation for the operations team.
- Preparation of documentation within the HR scope, such as appraisals.
- Preparing reports, presentations, and other documents.
- Management of storage unit based in London and of inventory
- Managing Beacon inquiries, ensuring they are assigned to the appropriate person and responded to within our 48-hour response time.
- Managing recruitment and onboarding processes for all new recruits.
- Coordinate with the finance team to facilitate payments for vendors and sta requirements, such as purchasing work equipment and arranging travel accommodations if necessary.
- Foster relationships with external partners and service providers.
- Support CEO with diary and email management.
- Management of Health and Safety and Sta training.
Required skills and qualifications:
- Proven experience in the operations department or a similar role.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations including Health and Safety
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Our vision
A community of Black people, readily accessing mental health support, recovering fully from mental illness and thriving
Our Mission
We create and champion safe, and accessible mental health support with, and for the Black community.
Our Values
Community, Access, Safety, Healing and Change
Thank you for your interest in joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing how your skills and passion can contribute to our mission of promoting mental well-being within the Black community.
Please note that the application deadline is Monday 14th October 2024.
We will review all applications and contact shortlisted candidates for further assessment and interviews.
Interviews: In-person in London- Monday 21st October 2024
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.
You must have the right to work in the UK.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
At Black Minds Matter UK, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from Black and minority ethnic communities.
No agencies please.
For this varied and busy role of Event Fundraising Executive we are looking for an enthusiastic, highly organised individual with excellent interpersonal, communication and written skills. You will be used to working across a number of projects and will need to be able to prioritise your workload and manage your time effectively.
You will have experience managing and coordinating events, preferably within a fundraising environment, and be able to pick up administrative and IT processes quickly. It is essential to have excellent attention to detail. You will also be able to build successful relationships with our passionate supporters, colleagues and volunteers along with external suppliers and local organisations before, during and after events.
A high degree of flexibility is required for the role, and a willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends. You will be supported by the Fundraising Events Manager and other colleagues; however, this post also requires someone who is able to manage responsibility and who is confident working independently.
This role offers flexibility in location, with hybrid working and offices in both Worthing and Brighton. There will be some travel required between sites.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reports to: Service Coordinator
Hours of work: 40 hours per week
Salary: £30,706.00 rising to £31,844.80 in year two
Place of work: London community houses, West Norwood
Contract type: Full time, permanent
Closing date: Midnight , Sunday, 13th October
Are you an energetic and compassionate individual, passionate about managing and inspiring the team of 15 care and support workers to facilitate the practical, social, and spiritual needs of adults with learning disabilities in their vibrant community?
This is an ideal step up for someone with knowledge and experience of supporting people with learning disabilities, an enthusiasm for their values, and the ability to inspire and manage others.
As Deputy Service Coordinator, you will be part of a caring and committed team, and have opportunities for fun, personal and professional development, and friendship in the process.
As well as joining a friendly Community, where you will be well supervised and supported, and benefit from their mentorship programme, these are some other benefits you get by working for them:
- Joining shared meals since cooking and having a meal together is what they are all about
- Paid sick pay, up to a maximum of 7wks (depending on length of service)
- Enhanced Maternity, Adoption/Surrogacy, and Paternity Pay (depending on length of service, details available on request)
- Interest free loans and salary advances available
- Free eye tests and a contribution towards the cost of glasses if you need them for work
- Free DBS / PVG checks
- Free SSSC registration
- Free Blue Light Card
- Professional membership fees paid if they are directly relevant to your role
- Free Employee Assistance Programme available to everyone
- Up to 5 days paid compassionate leave
- Up to 6 days paid (pro rata) for time off for emergency dependents leave
- Carer and Childminder costs available in some circumstances to facilitate attendance at residential meetings
- Paid mileage costs at HMRC rate
- Working from Home Allowance for those in office-based roles but for whom no office is provided
- Specialist bereavement counselling for employees and their family members
- Free Life Assurance up to 4 times gross annual salary
- Access to the Bike to Work scheme
Main purpose of the role:
The Deputy Service Coordinator splits their time between the office organising rotas, liaising with families, social services, and health care professionals, and providing a minimum of 20 hours a week of direct support, as well as one weekend a month on the rota, depending on the needs of the service.
The role requires the postholder to take responsibility for being on call between the leadership team. There is an additional payment for on-call duty.
You will deputise for and support the Service Coordinator in leading and managing a community group comprising of a range of services for people with a learning disability and a team of support assistants.
The Deputy Service Coordinator supports the Service Coordinator in creating Community and leading the service delivery within the group in line with their values and standards and the requirements of the Care Quality Commission [CQC].
Key essential criteria:
- Openness to work with, and grow in relationship with, people with and without learning disabilities, and get to know their community life.
- Substantial experience of developing and implementing person centred and self-directed support for people with a learning disability.
- An ability to understand the value of faith based service provision and to articulate it to others outside of the organisation.
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development.
- Practical knowledge of Microsoft Office, in particular Excel.
- Organisational skills to support the creation and management of service schedules.
- Supportive of the aims and principles of our client and enthusiastic about working within an organisation which is both a high-quality service provider and an ecumenical Christian community.
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is intentionally inclusive, bringing together those with and without learning disabilities, in their community of more than 100 people. One of the UK communities, they’re re part of a federation that includes over 150 communities across 37 countries and 6 continents.
Their community includes over 30 people with learning disabilities, with lots of different support needs, who they support at home and in their workshops. Alongside them are dedicated community members, volunteers, friends and neighbours, all integral in fostering a warm and inclusive atmosphere. Their team of employed assistants provides further support and care to their core members.
They have lots of diversity and lots of opinions. They love people, they love their busy, vibrant city, and they welcome everyone to build a community that values each individual and embraces the beauty of differences. Since 1977, their mission has been to create an environment where diversity is celebrated, creativity cherished, and independence nurtured. Together, they want a more inclusive, compassionate world.
They’re now looking for a new Deputy Service Coordinator to join their leadership team. You will support the Service Coordinator to deliver high quality person-centred support for the Apple Group, one of their three community groups The Apple Group supports 8 people with learning disabilities with differing needs, who live in 4 houses in their supported living programme.
A full job description and person specification can be found in the recruitment pack.
Closing date: Midnight, Sunday, 13th October
Interviews will be held on week commencing 21st October
To apply, please read the full job description, and person specification, submit your cover letter explaining how you meet these, and answer the questions on their online application form.
Please also read their privacy notice for job applicants.
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Centre & Volunteer Supervisor (Driving Licence Required)
Important Note: Only CVs accompanied with a covering letter will be considered.
Job Description
Report to: Head of Food Distribution and Volunteering
Responsible for: Leading the food distribution service and quality assurance at Hackney Foodbank’s allocated Food Distribution Centres located across the borough of Hackney. This includes ensuring all our visitors have a positive experience when collecting their food parcels and are signposted to other provisions appropriately; being responsible for directing the volunteers, working closely with the Head of Food Distribution and Volunteering, Health and Safety, and promoting best practice at each centre. This role will also involve administrative tasks, organising and carrying out home deliveries for visitors, inputting data on visitors’ journeys accurately into a database, driving the Hackney Giving Van occasionally and regularly driving a Luton van to the various Distribution Centres.
Part-time: 25 hours per week, evening and/or weekend work is required
Salary: £27,500 per year (pro-rata for 25 hours per week)
Compulsory: Must have a UK manual driving licence
Specific responsibilities:
· Attend Hackney Foodbank’s Food Distribution Centres to ensure each Centre is run in accordance with HFB’s best practice procedures.
· Treat visitors to the Food Distribution Centres with the utmost respect
· Work with volunteers to ensure a safe and efficient setup, including H&S responsibilities
· Manage all volunteers on site delivering services
· Ensure effective data capture and input onto the system
· Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure relevant and up-to-date signposting partnerships and referral systems are working efficiently
· Confident in responding to telephone and email inquiries from referral agencies and visitors
· Manage system for home deliveries for visitors who have access issues
Person Specification
Essential:
· Knowledge or experience working or volunteering with adults in crisis, understanding the importance of treating people with dignity and compassion
· Knowledge or experience working or volunteering with support services
· Knowledge or experience of coordinating volunteers
· Ability to work in a team
· Ability to keep a calm head in stressful situations
· Organised and able to manage own workload
· Good administrative skills and attention to detail
· Excellent communication skills, in person, on the telephone and in writing
· Ability to absorb information and relay it to a diverse range of individuals
· Competency in Microsoft Office packages (Excel, Outlook, Word)
· Ability to work with people from disadvantaged, marginalised, or socially excluded backgrounds
· Full UK manual driving licence and good driving experience
· Ability to be flexible in terms of working times and duties
Desirable:
· Safeguarding experience
· H&S Certified
· 1stAid Trained
· Fire Marshall Trained
· Experience of driving a Luton van
· Experience of driving an electric vehicle
We will be interviewing candidates as they apply, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser
Up to £30,000 per annum + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension)
Leatherhead, Surrey flexible working options available.
About the role:
We are looking to appoint an experienced fundraiser to secure new corporate partnerships to help fund the growth of our care services, and to build relationships with companies to help them achieve their CSR goals.
Reporting to the Corporate and Community Fundraising Manager. You will be part of a team to drive Rainbow Trust’s Corporate income, building and maintaining the pipeline through effective networking, prospecting, and stewardship. You will be responsible for a varied and fulfilling portfolio of accounts to whom you will become a main contact and provide excellent corporate account management. Some accounts raising six figure sums, to whom you will become a main contact and provide excellent account management.
You will work collaboratively towards a ‘one team one target’ approach across the Fundraising and Engagement department and ensure that the use of technology is maximized and all processes are subject to continuous improvement.
This is an excellent opportunity to maintain a breadth of fundraising experience to position yourself for future fundraising roles with increased responsibility.
What we’re looking for:
· Friendly, enthusiastic and socially-focused – you quickly connect with others and build effective working relationships. An ability to empathise and communicate effectively about our work with children and families is key. You are naturally warm with a sincere appreciation for people and how they are each uniquely motivated
· A motivating, empathetic and persuasive communicator – you will enjoy preparing and presenting high-quality presentations
· Knowledge of the principles that underpin good customer care – you adhere to established guidelines, policies and procedures, and provide excellent relationship management
· You thrive working in a busy environment on multiple priorities simultaneously – results-oriented and a fast learner, you respond quickly to pressure and a changing environment.
· Confident use of MSOffice and some experience of using a database – you have strong attention to detail, are comfortable working with data, and produce high quality accurate work.
Applications will be particularly welcome from those who have experience of building relationships and raising income– working to secure new business and providing exceptional account management.
What we offer:
We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes:
· Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
· Access to the Blue Light Discount Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
· Time off in lieu
· 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
· Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes
· Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
· Pension scheme (we will contribute 5% of your salary and you will contribute at least 3%)
· The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and half day Christmas shopping
· A recommend a friend recruitment referral bonus
About us:
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed.
How to Apply:
To apply please send your CV and a covering letter to us via the link.
Closing date: 05 October 2024
Your covering letter should highlight why your application should be considered above others, and clearly state how your experience matches the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification.
Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
We are an equal opportunities employer and a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.
Generous Giving Administrator
Our client reduces the administrative burden for parishes by handling the processing of gifts, claiming of Gift Aid and managing general inquiries centrally. This alleviates the need for individual churches to manage Gift Aid claims and paperwork, allowing them to focus more on their core mission and community priorities.
In 2023, they processed over £85 million in gifts and Gift Aid. This was distributed to more than 4,500 church communities already using them. They served a significant number of givers, totalling over 75,000 with this number growing daily.
Their team prides itself on delivering excellent customer service, ensuring that both giver and churches receive prompt and attentive support.
Overall, the Scheme plays a crucial role in facilitating sustainable and impactful charitable giving within the Church of England, fostering financial stability, and enabling churches to better serve their communities.
They want all their members of staff to have positive working experiences – and they seek to continually improve their working systems and arrangements. They welcome and encourage new ideas and suggestions about opportunities to improve as an organisation and in the services they provide.
They are looking for a detail-oriented individual to receive, process and manage regular gifts and to provide the required administration support to Church of England parishes and givers. Please note that this is an office-based role on a permanent part time basis
As Generous Giving administrator your key responsibilities will be :
- Receive, record and process gifts from a variety of channels (phone, postal, online).
- Ensure record keeping requirements for gifts and associated documentation are accurate and kept secure through the use of electronic and manual filing systems.
- Comply with GDPR and maintain giver confidentially.
- Support new Parishes through their registration process and register new parishes on the management database.
- Support the creation, development, streamlining and maintenance of a consistent and central record of processes and procedures.
- Provide support with ad-hoc projects, pilots, initiatives and operational improvement tasks.
- Assist with communications, meetings and events.
- To welcome visitors and/or receive incoming enquiries and telephone calls - dealing promptly and courteously with enquiries and ensuring high-quality customer service.
To be successful in this role, you will need to have previous experience of working in a busy office environment, be flexible and adaptable with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A good knowledge of MS Office - excel, word and outlook is an essential criteria.
If this sounds like you and you would love to join their team, They'd love to hear from you!
They reserve the right to close the role early should they have sufficient candidates.
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What is the overall purpose of the role?
At Youth Action Alliance, our mission is to support the personal and social development (their values, beliefs, ideas and skills) of the young people living in Kensington and Chelsea and neighbouring boroughs, enabling them to increase their resilience and skills in the present, and promote their ambitions for the future.
The Staying Connected project provides weekly one-to-one and group support for young people aged 11 - 19 years, facing multiple challenges. Creating a personal action plan comprised of positive activities that promote and enhance personal development and skills, building on young people’s strengths. This engagement is via face-to-face, online platforms, mobile phones and structured group work to maintain contact with them, talking about how they are feeling and to provide advice, mentoring and signposting to additional support services.
Key Responsibilities
Programme management
- Programme Delivery: Coordinate and oversee the development and implementation of a personal and social development programme for young people aged 11-19.
- Recruitment: Engage and recruit young people to participate in the programme.
- Partnerships: Strengthen local partnerships
- Risk and Safety: Update risk assessments and conduct regular health and safety checks
- Promotion: Manage promotional activities, including social media
- Funding Management: Handle project funding, do financial reports, and manage the budget and expenditure.
- Support Services: Provide one-to-one or group support through various communication channels and help young people achieve positive outcomes
- Action Plans: Create and monitor individual action plans for participants to track their goals and progress.
- Activities: Organize trips and positive activities in line with the programme
- Administration: Manage day-to-day operations and oversee all administrative tasks related to the programme.
- Partnership Building: Seek and build partnerships with external stakeholders
- Representation and Liaison: Represent the organisation at various meetings
Staff management
- Staff Management: Oversee and guide the Staying Connected Support Worker(s) to ensure high performance and efficient delivery of the programme.
- Facilitator Management: Directly manage facilitators involved in the programme,
Reporting / grant management
- Budget Reporting: Prepare and present budgetary reports
- Data Management: Ensure the accuracy and timely input of project data,
- Performance Monitoring: Collate and present statistics on project performance
- Report Production: Generate reports demonstrating key data
- Business Development: Identify and pursue business development opportunities to build new partnerships and enhance programme delivery.
Evaluation
- Feedback Collection: Gather and document feedback on young people's experiences and progress through various methods
- Impact Demonstration: Use collected feedback to demonstrate the programme's impact and support efforts to secure future funding.
- Youth Voice Integration: Ensure that the feedback and perspectives of young people are incorporated into the design and delivery of the service
Person Specification
Knowledge & Experience
The Staying Connected Support Worker will bring:
- Minimum Youth Work and/or Mentoring Qualification Level 3
- Experience in the charity sector, the voluntary sector, or the community sector would be desirable.
- Management experience
- Experience working with children, young people and vulnerable adults
- Competent in the use of MS Word, Excel, and the ability to use databases for recording and reporting.
- Excellent time-keeper and manages own time effectively to keep to deadlines
- Excellent Literacy – you will have excellent communication skills, including writing skills.
- Have good interpersonal skills and some experience of engaging with a diverse group of people, including young people and vulnerable adults.
- Qualification of Health, wellbeing, and/or advocacy
Interviews will be ongoing throughout the recruitment process
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Fundraiser
Nature is in crisis, and your help is needed! Join Europe's largest nature conservation charity and make a real difference as a Wildlife Fundraiser!
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity that allows you to integrate your passion for nature with your exceptional communication skills?
If you don’t have fundraising experience… don’t worry; full training will be provided! A company van is just one of the amazing benefits you will receive as part of your role… so apply today!
Please only apply to this vacancy if you are based within a 15 mile radius of the advertised location, unless you are in the process of relocating.
Position: Wildlife Fundraiser - Huddersfield
Ref: SEP20240244
Location: Huddersfield
Salary: £24,890.00 - £26,720.00 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 13th Oct 2024
The Role
Each day you will travel to different venues, set up an attractive fundraising stand, and spend the day actively engaging with members of the public, spreading awareness about our conservation efforts and inspiring individuals to become lifelong members.
Don't worry if you're not a wildlife expert yet – you will be provided with comprehensive training to equip you with all the knowledge you need. Plus, you'll enjoy the added perk of a company van, with fuel and parking costs paid for.
What's even better? You'll have the flexibility to choose a contract between 3 to 5 days per week, and enjoy the stability of a set salary, rather than working on commission. With 34 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) and opportunities for sabbaticals, we value your work-life balance and well-being.
What do current employees say about this fantastic position?
‘Securing a membership is always a great feeling that stays with you. Being able to talk about things you are passionate about and learn a lot about wildlife is a real plus.’ Fun, challenging, requires resilience, great colleagues.’ - Membership Fundraiser - Current Employee
But it's not just about the benefits – it's about the impact you'll make. Join a team that's dedicated to preserving nature and inspiring others to do the same. Your role will be pivotal in driving positive change, and you'll have the support of a diverse and inclusive community every step of the way.
If you would like to learn more about this role, there will be an open briefing session on Microsoft Teams on the date below:
· Wednesday 2nd October at 5:30pm
· Saturday 5th October at 11:30am
You can also catch the team at the #LondonJobShow on 11th and 12th October at Westfield London.
About You
What we need from you:
- A passion for conservation (no prior knowledge required);
- Resilience
- Ability to work to targets;
- A driver's licence valid for use in the UK;
- Happy to work 3 out of 4 weekends;
- Happy to travel (on average) an hour away from home each day;
- Willingness to work outdoors and independently;
- Fundraising/Sales and Customer Service experience (desirable).
Whether you're from a hospitality, customer service, sales, or volunteering background, we're more interested in your negotiating/storytelling skills and enthusiasm than your previous experience.
If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey and help create a world richer in nature, apply now! You will be asked to upload your CV and complete a short online application form once you select 'apply'.
We are looking for starters to join the team across the next few months. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to the dedicated Resourcing Advisor on the application page.
Additional information
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.
The Charity is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Please note that we are actively recruiting for this vacancy and reserve the right to close once sufficient applications have been received.
The charity are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse organisation, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve this vision of creating a world richer in nature, the team need more people on nature's side and more diverse people. People of colour and disabled people are underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sectors. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. You can contact the team to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
Before applying for this role, we recommend reading through the candidate guidance notes once you have been redirected.
Please note: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation #INDNFP