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We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Support Worker to join our Woodview Court Service in Walthamstow.

£25,642.50 per annum, working 40 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Support Workers will provide support to customers to help them develop the life skills they require to meet the assessed needs of the customers of the service. In some services, this will include providing physical, domestic, emotional and social care. They will work with customers to promote social inclusion and alongside other members of the team to promote independent living, encouraging customers to maximise their skills and choices. The shift pattern for this role will be on a rota basis. Some weekend work will be required.

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

What you'll do:

If a need arises, deliver all aspects of support to enable a customer to develop independent living skills as appropriate to the individual needs of the customer. In some services, this will include delivering personal and physical care as appropriate
Support customers to undertake all domestic tasks wherever possible, including practical assistance where they have not yet developed the skills, to ensure customers enjoy a high quality of accommodation
Participate in the support planning and risk management, as facilitated by the lead Support Worker
Carry out security duties to ensure the safety of the customers and premises
Monitor the CCTV throughout the shift
Enable customers to make full use of community facilities by providing support as directed
Carry out support duties to enable customers to integrate into the community including e.g. accompanying the customer to attend benefit agency appointments and meetings, go shopping, to enquire at colleges about possible courses, to visit various public amenities
Report any observations relating to customers welfare
Adhere to all the policies and procedures of Look Ahead Care, Support & Housing plus those specific to the project including any statutory requirements
Ensure Look Ahead Health and Safety policies and local protocols are adhered to at all times
Maintain records as required at the project under the direction of the Support Workers/ management
Participate in team meetings/reviews and the general development of the service

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

About you:

Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
Prefers working as part of a group or team
Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
Flexible
Open to feedback and self development
Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
Confident with high levels of self-esteem
Respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
Motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour

What you'll bring:

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent or experience within charity/social care sector
Experience in working with people with Learning Disabilities and Autism

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 120 services, providing support to around 6000 customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

We focus on Excellence and innovation.
We are Caring and Compassionate.
We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

About Kinship:

 Kinship is a charity committed to supporting families with kinship care arrangements. They provide vital support to families across the UK, ensuring that children in kinship care receive the love, stability, and opportunities they deserve. As they continue to grow, they are looking for a dedicated Research Manager to join their team and support their mission.

Purpose of Role:

Join us in a new and impactful role where you’ll significantly contribute to our expanding research program. At Kinship, the leading provider of services for kinship carers in England and Wales, you’ll collaborate with internal teams and research partners like the University of Oxford and Lancaster University. Your work will span all research stages, from design to impact, directly influencing our services, policy, and practice. Your research will make a tangible difference, supporting over 12,000 kinship carers and building a robust evidence base for kinship family support.

Key Responsibilities:

In this impactful role, you'll contribute to shaping and executing Kinship's research strategy. Key duties include:

- Leading research design, data analysis, and reporting.

- Conducting desk research, surveys, and focus groups.

- Collaborating with the Head of Policy and Public Affairs on the annual kinship carers survey.

- Analysing Salesforce CRM data to inform policy and service development.

- Managing research projects with external partners, ensuring high-quality outcomes.

- Supporting kinship carers' participation in research.

- Presenting findings and maintaining an up-to-date online research bank.

This role is critical in generating insights that directly impact kinship care services and policy development.

Skills & Experience Required:

- Proven expertise in applying qualitative and quantitative research methodologies across diverse projects.

- Strong experience in planning, commissioning, and managing research projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery.

- Track record of delivering impactful research in a relevant field.

- Exceptional written communication skills, adaptable to various audiences, including kinship carers.

- High-level data analysis and presentation skills, with a focus on strategic thinking and influence.

- Proficiency in CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and strong financial literacy for managing research budgets.

- A collaborative, self-starting attitude, committed to meaningful participation and the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Candidate Profile:

We are seeking a confident and strategic individual with the ability to build and maintain positive, productive relationships both internally and externally. Financial literacy and experience in managing research budgets are essential. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, capable of taking initiative and driving projects forward.

Desirable Experience and Knowledge:

- Postgraduate-level training in research methods.

- Experience with peer researchers and fundraising for research.

- Understanding of children's social care.

- Lived experience of kinship care.

Attributes:

- Flexibility to travel across England and Wales.

- Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

- Enthusiastic team player with strong problem-solving skills.

- Excellent written and spoken English.

- Permission to work in the UK.

-Dedication to the values and objectives of Kinship is essential.

Compensation & Benefits:

- Competitive salary

- Full Time/Perm Position

- Hybrid Working (3 Days in Office in Vauxhall, London)

- Pension scheme

-- 30 days of holiday per year, plus bank holidays

- Opportunities for personal and professional development

- A supportive and collaborative working environment

If you're passionate about making a difference to the lives of families in kinship care and have the skills and experience we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit for this role by Wednesday 4th September 2024.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Kinship family!

Kinship is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a positive and inclusive working environment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

This will be based within community venues and working alongside our REP Case Managers to deliver an employability themed curriculum on a face-to-face basis. You will ensure that all learners have completed their ESOL Assessment, are engaged in the right level of support, are learning and are thriving in their journey towards integration in the UK and progressing with their ESOL to support returning to work over their time on REP.

Your responsibilities will include:
• Work alongside Case Managers to complete ESOL assessments and design bespoke
ESOL learning plans for each individual 
• Deliver good quality in-house ESOL provision on a face-to-face basis appropriate to
learners levels and in the community and at community venues. 
• Where needed liaise with local colleges, ESOL providers, charities and other
organisations to refer learners based on their language levels and needs 
• Monitor leaners’ engagement with courses, including our own, their progress and
objectives or qualification achieved. Adapt provision where needed to maintain
engagement.
• Deliver activities in accordance with contractual Service Level Agreements and company
standards 
• Keep accurate service users’ records in accordance with data protection requirements so
that personal information is safeguarded, and progress towards KPIs accurately recorded
on the case management system.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience: 
Required 
• ESOL/EAL subject specialist teaching qualification or equivalent experience 
• Experience working with refugees and / or those facing complex barriers 
• Knowledge and understanding of Data Protection, Health & Safety and Diversity &
Inclusion 
• Experience in successfully managing and progressing customers to meet agreed goals
and ambitions 
• The ability to be based in, and travel around designated catchment areas
• Experience adapting delivery to meet the needs of those at varying levels whilst creating
an engagement environment and meeting high standards 

Desirable
• Trained in Trauma-informed support 
• Access to a reliable vehicle and a full, clean drivers' licence 
• Knowledge of Dari, Farsi or Pashto. 

Key Competencies: 
• Ability to engage, motivate, challenge and inspire; 
• Proactive and solution focused, bringing both creativity and practicality to bear;
• Excellent communication skills; 
• Performance and target focused; 
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills; 
• The determination and drive to want to make a positive difference. 

Location and compensation

You will primarily working on an outreach basis within the community. This is a part time fixed term contract,  covering Thames Valley 

Compensation: You will receive a salary in the range 26,000-30,000 (FTE) GBP per annum, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including private health insurance and up to 10% employer pension contributions.

**Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis so please apply early if you would like to discuss this role with us.

Company Overview:

You would be joining Palladium, a global impact organisation, with 3,000 employees in over 90 countries. We are a mission-driven business, for whom the impact of our work is as important as the commercial return; the common feature of all our work, regardless of contract size, is the requirement that it contributes to positive social and economic impact. We simply call this ‘Positive Impact’. For the past 50 years, we have been helping our clients to see the world as interconnected in over 90 countries- by formulating strategies, building partnerships, and implementing programs that deliver lasting positive impact. We are experienced in implementing large, complex programmes supporting refugees in different elements of their integration journey and are currently delivering 30 programmes for the UK Government.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or any other circumstance, please let us know.

Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.

Palladium is a Real Living Wage Employer.

At Ambitious about Autism, we're currently looking for a Trust Fundraiser to join our team.

You'll sit within our Philanthropy team, working on charitable trusts and foundations who generally give up to £30,000, working with a portfolio of approximately 75 active trusts and foundations. You'll research, identify and drive forward new income opportunities, maintaining relationship with existing donors and ensure our supporters have an excellent experience.

You'll deliver high quality, written application and reports to trusts and foundations, in line with funder deadlines, keeping in touch with donors and prospects via phone, virtually and face to face. You'll match potential donors with projects, collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure a cohesive approach.

This is an exciting time to join a high-performing and experienced team, with the Philanthropy team consistently bringing in over half of our voluntary income.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Ability to manage a task or project from conception to completion and meet deadlines.
• Ability to engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively to generate income in line with the organisational strategy.

In return, we offer great benefits including a generous holiday allowance and commitment to continued professional development (CPD), flexible, hybrid working and more!

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who would like to work for a forward-thinking, open and honest organisation and make a real impact to the young people we work with. Please find our full recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential chat, please contact James Axford, Recruitment Officer.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. As part of our Safer Recruitment checks, an online search maybe carried out in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

About us
Providence Row believes that no one should have to sleep rough and that everyone should have access to the support they need to find a safe place to call home.

We work with those affected by homelessness and those vulnerably housed in Tower Hamlets, offering an integrated service of housing advice & support, access to substance use, physical & mental health services, as well as, training & progression programmes. We ensure that people often excluded from mainstream services gain the support and opportunities they need to create a safe, healthy and sustainable life.

About the role

• Holding a caseload of people who are sleeping rough or at risk of homelessness through eviction, where their substance and/or alcohol use has impacted on their housing and ability to sustain accommodation
• To actively promote and work in a way which encourages harm reduction
• To work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure positive outcomes are achieved, safeguarding is shared and to increase the persons access to support services.
• Increase the total number of people accessing structured treatment & recovery through a bespoke pathway for rough sleepers as well as sustain treatment for these individuals, reduce harm, and support bespoke planned treatment exits or transitions into community-based services (continuity of care).
• Reducing barriers of accessing Primary Healthcare services, such as GP registration, attending hospital appointments and specialist health services by advocating for and supporting clients.
• Attending and coordinating client related MDT’s and attendance at meetings relating to the rough sleeping community
• You will promote and deliver Naloxone training & distribution to those on your caseload 
• You have excellent communication skills and can create positive working relationships with a wide range of people, including external services.
• You will support the development of the service and ensure that you are delivering a solution-focussed and strength-based approach.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension – 5% employer, 3% employee
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee assistance programme
• Monthly reflective practice
• Wide range of learning & development opportunities

To apply:  Please upload your CV with a covering letter, detailing how you meet the job specification. CV’s without a covering letter will not be considered.

Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.

Interviews
Please note that we may interview on a rolling basis and therefore encourage early applications.

Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.

You will work with young people between the age of 17-25 with needs related to substance misuse, including those that are affected by their parent’s substance misuse. The purpose of the role is to engage young people in a variety of interventions, using a young person centred approach, empowering them to reduce risk, increase resilience and achieve positive outcomes.

Based in the Transitions team, you will support young people with multiple risk factors and substance use. Our Complex Needs Practitioners work flexibly across the community and within our multi-agency partnership settings. The caseload will include a mixture of community and multi-agency referral pathways including health, social care, education and criminal justice.

A core part of the role will be working with young people and their families to address holistic support needs across all aspects of the young person’s wellbeing. This could include diverse work related to homelessness, family work, exploitation, physical and emotional health as well as substance misuse.

An energetic and confident self-starter, you have proven experience within health and social care, particularly working with young people and supporting them through mental ill health.

This is a permanent full-time role requiring the post holder to work 37 hours per week.

We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background.

This is a rolling recruitment process. Candidates will be interviewed as and when they are shortlisted. 

To apply please submit a CV and supporting statement which should clearly outline your skills and experience.

Aquarius was a subsidiary of Richmond Fellowship, with both organisations being part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. On 1st June 2024 Richmond Fellowship merged with Humankind to form a single organisation that provides the joined-up mental health, housing and drug and alcohol support we’ve all known has been needed for decades. At the same time, Aquarius became a subsidiary of Humankind, with no impact to terms and conditions of employment. In October 2024, Humankind will be renamed to reflect the new organisation, of which Aquarius will remain a subsidiary.

Community Catalysts CIC is a busy, buzzy social enterprise that tries hard to live up to its name. We’re working in partnership with Wiltshire Council and need an energetic, and imaginative person to coordinate things for us.

You will lead the Wiltshire Community Micro-enterprise Project which will support local entrepreneurial people and community organisations to offer new and creative care and support options for people who need help at home or in their communities. In this way we will help people to get the support they need to live the life they want.

To do this job you must:

• Understand the world of care - but maybe feel it could do with a bit of a shake up!
• Be a real people person - able to work well with all sorts of folks with confidence.
• Instinctively make connections - and join up dots that are sometimes less than obvious.
• Be able to spot what people are good at and nurture it.

Have a look at our website and the job description and person specification for more information about us and the job. You will be employed by Community Catalysts and based in the Wiltshire area.

Follow the link to download an application pack which includes the job description and person specification.

Closing date for applications is 5.00pm on 11th September 2024 and interviews will take place on 19th September 2024 in Trowbridge.

We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a communications professional to join the Design, Digital and Internal Communications team. This is a remote role (must live in England or Wales) working 37.5 hours a week (part-time will be considered).

Do you have a passion for communications and engagement? Do you want to help make a difference to victims and survivors?

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

What we offer:

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

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

About this role:

This role is a remote role (must be in England or Wales) within a supportive and friendly team.

As the Internal Communications Lead you will:

• Manage, update and monitor VS internal communication channels so that internal stakeholders (staff and volunteers) across England and Wales are informed of organisation news, successes and strategy and have a mechanism for feeding back.
• Produce, commission and edit copy adhering to all brand and style guidelines for email communications and intranet articles.
• Manage an engaging programme of webinars to update staff on new initiatives, training programmes and other key engagement activities.
• Work closely with staff across the organisation to ensure self-generated content is of a high standard, adheres to brand and style guidelines and is succinct, clear and engaging.
• Advise colleagues on complex communication messages and to form part of the wider communication team response in a major incident or crisis situation.

You will need:

• Significant experience of managing multi-channel internal communications (inc. intranet).
• Experience of writing concise, well written and engaging communications.
• Experience of reporting on key internal communication metrics.
• Experience of editing of video content.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to be able to liaise effectively at all levels.
• Strong personal integrity, reliable under pressure and team ethos.
• Proven ability to demonstrate a commitment to Equality and Diversity, to influence people to achieve effective desired outcomes.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent professional qualification.
• Proficiency in English language.

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details.

Interviews for this role will take place w/c 23 September 2024.

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 are working towards a future where victims' rights are respected, their voices are heard and they feel well supported.

Everyone at VS is driven by our purpose, vision, mission 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.

VS 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.

VS 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.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.

Join our dynamic team at Rosa, a values-driven organisation committed to gender equality, anti-racism and diversity.  Rosa is the only UK-wide funder of the women and girls sector. Our vision is of a society in which women and girls are safe, healthy and equal.

We are seeking an experienced high-value fundraiser with excellent relationship management skills, to engage and attract new donors and strategic partners. This is a unique role for someone with the agility and resourcefulness to engage and manage a mixed portfolio of supporters. You will drive growth by building a community of donors connected in their ambition to improve the lives of women and girls in the UK.

The role is being offered as a full time or part time (min 60%) hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days per month in the office.  We are open to discussing other flexible working options during interview.

For more information about Rosa, the Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager role and how to apply, please read our recruitment pack.

Applications will be accepted until the 13th September 2024.

This role combines community engagement with active participation opportunities for local people. Being a trusted and influential presence locally this role will seek to create spaces that enable people from a diverse range of backgrounds to share their experiences. The role requires bringing together other community organisations and facilitating opportunities that get people talking and involved in activities they may not have tried before. These roles play a pivotal role in contributing insight to the wider place expansion work programme being coordinated by Together Active.

Role outcomes

• Improve wellbeing outcomes for families as part of place expansion work.
• Increase in number of people attending community activities.
• Mechanism in place for hearing experiences of least heard people in priority communities.
• Contributed to increased community cohesion.

What does this mean day to day?

• Co-produce programme of activities complementary to HAF and other initiatives operating locally.
• Build strong relationships with local providers and influencers
• Work with Together Active development team to embed action research approach into work.
• Support the development of peer researchers to assist activities.
• Be an active and visible presence locally proactively identifying opportunities for informally listening and learning to take place.
• Support local community organisations to test activity provision as part of their offer.
• Collate and analyse feedback and insights gained to place expansion programme board.

How we value you

• Generous annual leave allowance: 27.5 days upon commencement of employment plus bank holidays. This rises by an additional 1 day of leave per year after 2 years of continuous employment, up to an additional 5 days leave in total. (Pro rata for part time staff)
• Three concessionary days leave over Christmas and New Year (pro rata for part time staff)
• Death in service scheme up to the value of three times actual salary
• Wellbeing Grant - £50 voucher per year to spend on health and wellbeing
• Volunteer day to spend either as a team or individual helping out with an organisation or cause you select
• Up to 8% employer contribution to pension scheme
• Reimbursement of the cost of a standard eye test as a user of visual display equipment
• Access to Cyclescheme
• Annual CPD courses offered by Staffordshire University
• Online skills training platform - for employees to use to broaden their professional and personal development across a range of online courses.
• Access to counselling service.
• We are also currently developing a scheme with staff to ongoing costs related to staying well/being active.

Would you like to use your financial expertise to make a difference? Here at Princess Alice Hospice, you’ll be able to see the difference your work makes to the care we give every day. 

About the role:

We are looking for a Head of Finance to join us at a very exciting time for the Hospice. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, you will have responsibility for the smooth running of the finance function, supported by an experienced Finance Manager.

With a new Chief Executive and Chair of Trustees in 2024, we are looking at how we can reach our vision of bringing hospice care to more people by 2030. To do this we need to be as efficient and effective as we can and make sure that our managers and senior leaders have the financial information they need to inform decision-making and drive success.

In addition to this, as part of the drive for efficiency, we need to replace our ageing finance system and introduce new processes to streamline information flows by integrating with other key systems across the business. This new role will lead that project and ensure its successful implementation.

About you:

As well as being a qualified accountant, you’ll be creative and curious, with a desire to get involved in the wider leadership of the Hospice, and have experience of implementing and developing finance systems and processes to drive efficiency.

The ability to develop effective relationships, lead and motivate your team and work collaboratively and supportively with colleagues from other disciplines is key.

If you are a flexible thinker, share our values, and are looking for a dynamic role in a supportive and inclusive environment, we would love to hear from you!

As well as our competitive salary package and the opportunity of joining an organisation where you will be able to make a difference for our patients and their families, we also offer a range of great benefits, which include:

• 27 days' annual leave, plus recognised public holidays - rising to 29 days after 5 years' service and 33 days after 10 years' service (pro rata for part time)
• Training support and development opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised meals at onsite canteen
• Employee Assistance Programme – promoting staff wellbeing
• Access to blue light card discount
• Access to Pension Scheme
• In – house laundry of uniforms, plus excellent changing facilities (with showers)
• Wellbeing - We provide a programme of activities, opportunities and guidance to inspire and support our employees to live a healthy life, at home and at work

Note: this vacancy will be predominantly based in our offices at Esher, with some opportunity for hybrid working

At Princess Alice Hospice we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity. We are fully committed to equality of opportunities, and we warmly welcome applications from all backgrounds and cultures.

We are signed up to the Disability Confident scheme and we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We are a place where you can be you.

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All of our vacancies except from retail are subject to a relevant DBS check.

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role that will shape the future of our operations? We're on the lookout for an exceptional Assistant Director to join our dynamic team at TCV. This role is your chance to make a real impact and drive growth in Scotland.

In partnership with the Director of UK Operations, you'll be at the forefront of implementing TCV's strategic vision across the region. As an Assistant Director, your influence will extend across the UK, shaping our strategic approach and driving key initiatives. 

You will lead and develop our operations, fostering growth and maximising impact. Collaborating with senior leaders, you'll shape and execute strategic plans. You'll build strong partnerships with local funders and stakeholders, influencing the direction and scope of future projects. Your enthusiasm and vision will inspire and motivate teams, helping them achieve strategic goals together. You'll drive innovation by leading new initiatives and adopting innovative approaches, backed by a robust management track record. Additionally, you'll champion volunteering, committing to creating meaningful opportunities that promote positive outcomes for individuals, communities, and the environment.

We're particularly eager to hear from individuals with expertise in equality, diversity, inclusion, and community engagement to support our mission. Demonstrable success in leading new developments and managing teams effectively is essential. You should have the ability to cultivate and maintain excellent relationships with partners and funders. We need a visionary who is enthusiastic and forward-thinking, with a knack for inspiring others.

Join us and lead the charge in making a tangible difference. If you're ready to bring your skills and passion to a role where you can truly make an impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Please note Interviews will be held virtually on 12th & 13th September with local on-site second assessments on 16th &17th September.

We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If you would like to discuss your requirements further please contact the People Team via our website. We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.

Background

Chance to Shine is a national children’s charity. We change young people’s lives through cricket giving them the opportunity to play, learn and develop through the sport. We keep them physically active, teach them vital skills like teamwork, communication and leadership. And above all, they have fun.

Since 2005 our Chance to Shine Schools programme has helped reverse the decline of cricket in state schools with millions of boys and girls in over 13,000 state schools playing and learning through cricket. Chance to Shine Street supports young people in under-served communities to access and benefit from cricket in a free, inclusive, fun and fast-paced tape ball environment.

Purpose of the Role

A key part of Chance to Shine’s Communications department, this role will have a particular focus on producing content across the charity’s social media platforms and supporting our overall digital marketing strategy.

Key Responsibilities

The Communications Assistant’s responsibilities include:

Digital Marketing

• Help to manage the departmental content and marketing calendar

• Create, schedule, and post engaging content across all Chance to Shine social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)

• Lead on our social media community engagement – responding to messages/replies, moderating where necessary and pinpointing relevant conversations

• Draft and design newsletters and email campaigns to engage key audiences such as supporters, teachers and coaches

Website and Digital Operations

· Produce content for the CTS website

· Support with content and development of CTS Portal

Other Responsibilities

· Support with copywriting for a variety of publications such as newsletters, event programmes and impact reports

· Lead on the maintenance of the digital photo archive

· Assist with the logistical planning and execution of Chance to Shine events, ensuring all materials and resources are prepared.

· Assist with the collection of consent forms and other necessary documentation from event participants and attendees.

· Work with the Communications team on supporting adhoc projects and campaigns

2. Key relationships

The job holder will liaise with:

· Chief Executive and the CTS senior management team

· The Chance to Shine delivery network

· National and regional media

• External contractors and suppliers

· Operations, Fundraising, Finance & Resources and Impact & Evaluation teams

· ECB Communications team

3. Skills, knowledge & personal competencies

The job holder should be able to demonstrate the following:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent IT skills: knowledge and experience of using MS Office Excel, Word and Outlook
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
• Ability to think creatively and draft original concepts (not using Chat GPT!)
• Able to plan and prioritise and work under pressure
• Able to work on own initiative-confident/self-starter/finisher
• An effective and enthusiastic team player
• Willingness to learn with a can do attitude

Experience & qualifications

Essential:

• Familiarity with major social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.) and their best practices.
• Basic photography and video editing skills
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with an ability to adapt tone and style for different platforms and audiences
• Genuine interest in social media trends, digital marketing, and the mission of the organization

Desirable:

• Experience of content creation, content calendars and social media management tools
• Experience in using graphic design tools
• Familiarity with email marketing platforms (e.g., MailChimp) and basic email campaign creation
• Basic understanding of social media analytics and reporting tools
• Experience of paid social media campaigns
• Full and clean UK driver’s license

Full time, permanent appointment

Based in Vauxhall, London with hybrid flexible working arrangements

Salary range for Social Worker: £32,743 to £40,019 per annum. Senior Social Worker: £37,780 to £46,175 per annum

Plus £3,299 per annum location allowance

Are you a skilled and dedicated social worker eager to apply your expertise and experience to a new role? Could you become a vital part of the supportive and collaborative team at one of the UK’s most successful adoption charities, rated outstanding by Ofsted since 2014?

At Parents And Children Together (PACT) we are genuinely passionate about helping families thrive. We believe that every child deserves a loving and supportive home and we are committed to providing the highest quality services to help make that a reality.

We have been at the forefront of adoption services for more than 60 years, working with local authorities across the country. We offer a flexible and innovative work environment, and we are proud of our three successive outstanding ratings with Ofsted.

We support children and families from diverse backgrounds. With access to our specialist therapeutic support services, we are proud to provide excellent lifetime support for our families’ adoption journeys.

Our adoption teams focus on assessing prospective adopters who can consider early permanence and/or adopting a wide range of children of all ages, sibling groups of two or more children, children from diverse ethnicities and children who may have physical or learning disabilities. 

With your social work experience with children and families, you will manage all aspects of work with our valued applicants from the early stages of recruitment, information sharing meetings, assessment, preparation and training, through to successful placement and post placement support up to the making of the adoption order.

Ideally, you will have previous experience of completing Prospective Adopter’s Reports, or similar reports such as Form Fs, and/or experience in family finding activity for children requiring permanence.

or further information and details on how to apply, please visit our website, where you will also find contact details for an informal discussion about the role or for a visit to meet a member of the management team. 

Closing date:  Tuesday, 3rd September 2024 at 9am

Interview date: Wednesday, 11th September 2024

We look forward to hearing from you!

Please note that previous applicants need not apply.

PACT is a supportive and respectful place where people are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of women, children and families from many different backgrounds.  We continuously look to progress the ways in which we create families and bring people together and encourage applications from people across all communities.  We are committed to ensuring that our people and our services reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and applications from people from under-represented groups are particularly welcomed.

PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Anyone joining our team is subject to PACT’s Safer Recruitment pre-appointment enquiries.  These include the provision of documentation of the right to work in the UK, Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check, overseas police check where applicable and references covering a minimum 5 year period.  All opportunities are based in the UK.