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Whizz Kidz is UK’s leading charity for young wheelchair users, providing them with the equipment and skills to live life as independently as possible.
More than 75,000 young people need a wheelchair to be mobile, yet most have no access to a wheelchair that’s right for them, leaving them at risk of social isolation, poor mental health and physical injury. Whizz Kidz empowers them to enjoy opportunities and activities that so many others take for granted ‐ at home, school, work and beyond.
Whizz Kidz are seeking a commercially astute and creative corporate partnerships specialist to lead corporate fundraising and shape the vision for developing transformational partnerships.
You will oversee a £1 million portfolio of existing relationships, playing a leading role in the management and engagement of the charity’s most significant partners, building strong relationships that inspire continued and increased support.
New business is a key focus, with significant headroom for growth underpinned by a strong case for support. You will approach each new opportunity with creativity and a strategic eye to secure multi-faceted, long-term partnerships.
As Head of Partnerships, you will:
- Lead and support a team of three to meet annual targets and KPIs, ensuring a strong team spirit to inspire team members
- Devise and implement the partnerships strategy and budget, identifying and prioritising opportunities with a focus on continued financial growth
- Steward relationships with some of the charity’s significant partners at the 6-figure level
- Work with the team to identify potential partners and create compelling funding proposals to secure new strategic partnerships
- Play a vital role as part of the fundraising leadership team, forging strong working relationships with SMT, Fundraising, Marcomms and Services colleagues
Ideal skills and experience:
- Demonstrable experience of operating in a senior corporate fundraising role with the ability to line manage a small team
- Ability to rally and motivate a team, fostering a positive and collaborative environment
- A commercial and strategic mindset, being forward-thinking with approach and plans for sustainable growth of the corporate partnerships fundraising
- Strong examples of managing multi-faceted, strategic partnerships at the 6-figure level
- A track record of securing new partnerships through pro-active prospecting, networking, and creating and presenting innovative proposals
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills that underpin productive relationships with internal colleagues and senior external stakeholders
Employee benefits
Whizz Kidz’ employee benefits include:
- Flexible working
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays PLUS an additional 3 days of paid leave over Christmas Employer
- Empoloyer pension contribution of 5% (Whizz Kidz will match higher contributions of up to 6% of gross basic salary)
- Two wellness days – Two days per calendar year for employees to take off for any reason that you choose. It could be to have time to volunteer for a good cause, to spend a duvet day, or for any reason at all that contributes to your wellbeing.
- Simple Health Cash Plan (available to your families for an extra charge)
- Season ticket loan, up to £5,000
- Life Assurance
Expert recruitment for fundraisers and charities.
We are looking for experienced professionals who will perform inspection activities on behalf of The Survivors Trust (TST) Inspection Body to assess specialist rape and sexual abuse support services for conformance to TST National Service Standards.
The role of an inspector is to investigate, evaluate, assess, and determine the compliance of an organisation for conformance against specific standards within the framework of UKAS inspection requirements.
Training will be provided; however, candidates will ideally have an understanding of performing audit/inspection duties and preferably have a degree or equivalent specific to the sector, e.g. psychology, criminology, counselling etc. or a minimum 2 years’ experience working in the sector. An understanding of the practical applications of trauma informed practice and needs of service users is desirable. They will be familiar with sector specific legislation, have good understanding and application of boundaries to maintain impartiality of inspection activities, and be able to make judgements that are objective, fair and based securely on evidence. They will be clear and succinct communicators with the ability to respond professionally and calmly to challenge. A good level of education, the ability to articulate themselves in a friendly and professional manner and IT competency are essential.
This is a remote-based role and may require some travelling to locations around the UK (expenses will be reimbursed). Candidates will be expected to have the right to work in the UK, the use of required ICT equipment and software, and comply to cyber security, confidentiality and data protection requirements.
You will be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance to work with The Survivors Trust and references will be sought.
Our vision is for a society where services for all survivors are trauma-informed and accessible according to need.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As a Money and Debt Coach (Omni-Channel: Telephone & Video), your primary role will be
to provide financial coaching and ensure that over-indebted clients receive tailored debt
advice through various channels. The role is based at Guy's Hospital - Great Maze Pond, London SE1 9RT
Scope of role
- Providing tailored financial advice and support.
- To maintain detailed case records.
- Keep up to date with legislation, policies and procedures and undertake appropriate training.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurate, effective and individually tailored advice
- Deliver financial capability workshops at various NHS sites, promoting financialresilience and wellbeing.
- Provide money coaching advice through various channels including face-to-face, video, and telephone sessions.
- Complete assessments which lead to appropriate referral to an in house debt adviser
- Interviewing those that access the service using sensitive listening andquestioning skills to allow them to explain their problem(s) and empower them to
set their own priorities.
- Signposting/referring clients to internal and other agencies where required. Issuing foodbank vouchers.
Detailed case records
- Maintaining detailed case records, ensuring that all work meets all auditing and quality standards and the requirements of the funder.
- Ensuring all case records and written up in a timely manner.
- Monitor and report on client engagement and outcomes from advice sessions.
- Familiarity with CRM systems and practices (Customer Relationship Management system).
- Handle customer complaints, provide appropriate solutions within the time limits, follow up to ensure resolution.
Up-to-date training
- Completing a minimum of 16 hours of technical CPD accredited training orqualifying activity.
- Maintaining an up-to-date record of all training sessions.
Teamwork and Collaboration
- Work to an agreed work-plan, meeting targets and milestones, whilst prioritisingand managing your own workload.
- Be an active member of the team, identifying opportunities for your owndevelopment, and demonstrating financial efficiency and value for money
throughout your work.
- Compliance with Toynbee Hall policies and procedures, including health andsafety.
5. Other
- Travel across London as required, and occasionally the UK.
- Undertake additional tasks as delegated by DFA Management.
Please download the full Job Description for more details.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This new role will be a core part of the Royal Court team, with a focus on high-quality co-ordination and administration to underpin how we manage and support all our staff, ensure smooth board and governance operations, and establish a positive and effective workplace. The job focuses particularly on managing key HR procedures, systems and records (including recruitment); supporting trustee activity including statutory board meetings and paperwork; and ensuring effective internal communications and administration across all our teams.
The role will manage a high volume of correspondence, documentation and processes including confidential and sensitive information, meaning strong organisational skills, attention to detail and discretion are all vital. While much of the focus of the role is administrative and procedural, this will also be an unrivalled opportunity for someone early in their career to learn about the internal workings and management of a leading cultural charity, and to be part of shaping our next steps.
The successful candidate will have:
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Understanding of and commitment to the progression of anti-racism and anti-oppression in the workplace and through your role.
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Excellent IT skills, including confidence engaging with new systems and trouble-shooting issues.
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Positive, friendly and approachable when working with a wide range of staff and stakeholders at all levels.
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Highly organised with a systematic approach to administrative tasks and the ability to forward-plan and use initiative in managing a busy schedule.
More info can be fouind in the job pack, attached. Should you apply, and as part of our continuous review of the Court’s recruitment approach, we would like to hear from you on where you saw this role advertised.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: This role is part time role, available for up to 3 days a week, (21 hours a week) with the expectation of flexibility in emergencies.
Remuneration: GBP £41,000 FTE gross annual (pro-rated based on a full-time equivalent salary, and dependent on experience)
Duration: Permanent
Location: UK-Med Office, Manchester, UK (hybrid working available)
Are you a dynamic and experienced Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser with a proven track record in developing strategic corporate partnerships to drive significant income growth and create impactful, mutually beneficial relationships?
UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.
As we expand significantly, we seek a passionate and skilled Senior Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser to join our growing Fundraising and Communications team.
You will play a pivotal role in UK-Med's ambitious growth strategy, building our private income through developing a new strategic corporate partnership plan, working to identify and reach out to national and regional corporate partners as a new income stream.
Working closely with the Head of Philanthropy, you will take the lead on researching, prospecting, cultivating and stewarding corporate supporters to not only vital secure financial support for UK-Med's work but also create collaborative, strong, mutually beneficial relationships.
This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, the largest Chamber in the UK, with over 5000 members. As tenants of the Chamber, UK-Med's Head Office is situated with the Chamber of Commerce and, as an approved partner, the Chamber are hugely supportive of UK-Med's vision to grow income and awareness amongst Chamber members. Join a growing team on this exciting journey to save lives and build resilient health systems!
We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference through humanitarian work.
How to apply
We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack - Senior Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser - August 2024 before applying for this role.
To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) through our online jobs portal.
Your covering letter must include a detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the criteria in the person specification
Applications must be submitted no later than Monday 16th September 2024
The vacancy will close as soon as we have received enough strong applications.
Applications for work in the UK can only be accepted from people with an existing right to work in the UK.
UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.
UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Reports to: Ark Schools Finance Director
Direct Reports: 3 x Senior Finance Managers and a wider regional finance team (Finance Managers/Officers/Assistants) totaling 16 across 8 schools (as of August 24)
Location: South London region
Contract: Permanent
Pattern: Full Time (standard hours 9am – 5.30pm).
Closing date: 16/09/2024 at 10am
1st round interviews (virtual): 26/09/2024
2nd round interviews (in person): 04/10/2024
Salary: £75,000 to £85,000 (depending on experience)
About the role:
The Regional Finance Director will provide the overall leadership and management for all aspects of finance to Ark Schools in the South London region. The role will be focused on ensuring processes are embedded across all schools; supporting schools new to the network (or with new staff structures) with transition as well as leading, with regard to finance, on strategic projects within the schools.
Our ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Experience in the implementation of financial processes, planning and reporting
- Extensive experience in successfully managing and motivating a team
- A highly organised and proactive approach to work
Key Responsibilities:
- To be responsible for all aspects of finance at the academies and developing the in-school finance teams to provide a high-level service to their principals and operations leads
- To be a member of the South London Senior Leadership Team, with responsibility for strategic financial management and financial performance
- To work with Ark Central, and other academies in the Ark network, to develop, implement and embed standardised processes and procedures
- To be responsible directly to the Schools Finance Director for the strategic financial management in all schools in the region
- To control, monitor and evaluate the academies’ finances, ensuring compliance with financial requirements and value for money
- To ensure clear and timely management and financial accounts as required for the Regional Director, Principals, Local Governing Bodies, and Ark Central
- To work with the Operations Leads to negotiate, manage and monitor contracts, tenders and agreements for the provision of services to the Academies, to ensure that services are delivered to a high quality and support the operation of the Academies
- To work with the HR Business Partner to oversee all matters relating to payroll, including Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs queries, National Insurance, benefits in lieu of pay (travel loans etc.), Give as You Earn scheme, and to ensure that appropriate controls are in place and robust checks are made in relation to the monthly payroll
- To be responsible for ensuring the region’s processes for pensions management and reporting are in place. This includes monthly and annual returns as well as audit, working with the HR Business Partner and school HR teams, as applicable
- To develop, enable and strategically lead a team of finance staff to deliver the vision for the region against its strategic priorities and timescales
- To arrange or deliver finance training for staff in South London, maintaining an on-going review of need
- To drive forward change and initiatives which promote regularity, propriety, value for money and best standards
Key Requirements:
- Professional accountancy qualification, including significant post-qualifying experience
- A record of Continuing Professional Development activities
- Right to work in the UK
- Experience of strategic financial planning and supporting decision-making
- Experience of leading and managing budgeting and reporting processes in an organisation
- Extensive experience of managing and motivating staff and monitoring performance against targets
- Knowledge and experience of financial management systems and processes
- Strong financial management skills
- Strong people management skills, with highly developed interpersonal and motivational skills
- Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting demands
- Strong organisational, project management, and planning skill
About Ark
We’re an international charity, transforming lives through education. We exist to give every young person, regardless of their background, a great education and real choices in life. In the UK, we’re a network of 39 schools, educating around 30,000 pupils in areas where we can make the biggest difference and we’re recognised as one of the highest achieving academy groups in the country. We want to change the lives of children everywhere, not just in our own schools. So, we create and incubate Ventures designed not only to help pupils in Ark schools, but also to improve education systems.
You’ll be joining a group of like-minded, ambitious individuals who work collaboratively and are all committed to our core mission, that every child has the potential to succeed. Having just celebrated our 20th anniversary, we are shaping our goals for the next 20 and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.
Benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with each year of service up to 30 days after 3-years’ service. This entitlement is pro rata for part time employees. This entitlement excludes bank holidays
- Full office closure between Christmas and New Year
- Hybrid working, with a combination of visiting schools and our new state-of-the-art office in West London working alongside network colleagues.
- Regular social events, monthly free breakfast, and daily free fruit are available when in the central office
- A flexible approach to working with understanding and consideration for work life balance and personal commitments
- As an Ark employee, you will have the opportunity to be part of the TPT (The Pension Trust) scheme, our workplace pension scheme where we make an 11% contribution; you are not required to contribute towards this scheme unless you choose to. Depending on your role you may also be entitled to LGPS which is a defined benefit scheme where you contribute a percentage based on how much you earn (as do we) in exchange for a guaranteed amount in your pension pot every year
- Access to high-quality professional learning throughout your career, offering both face-to-face sessions and a bespoke online learning platform
- Access to Ark Rewards scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers, interest-free loans available for season tickets or a bike, gym discounts offering up to 40% off your local gym and free eye tests
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your CV and supporting statement via the link by Monday 16th September.
For an informal conversation about the role please contact our exclusive recruitment partner, Rosemary Pini of Allen Lane via the agency website.
We will be assessing applications as we go and reserve the right to close the process early. As such we thoroughly recommend an early application.
Battersea is supported by over 600 volunteers across our three centres. The Volunteering Team are responsible for the recruitment, training, and ongoing support of volunteers at Battersea. Our volunteering programme is accredited by Investing in Volunteers, and we influence best practice in volunteer management across Battersea.
We’re looking for a proactive individual who is passionate about volunteering to join our team as a Volunteer Coordinator. Our Volunteer Coordinators are responsible for coordinating volunteer recruitments, providing volunteer management advice and guidance to staff who work with volunteers, and establishing positive relationships with volunteers to ensure they have a fulfilling volunteer experience at Battersea. This role will work directly with kennel volunteers at Battersea London.
This role also has the opportunity to work on projects to improve our volunteer programme at Battersea.
The ideal candidate for this role would be someone who is passionate about the benefits of volunteering, for volunteers and animal welfare; and has experience of working constructively and collaboratively with colleagues from different teams.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 3rd September 2024
Interview date(s): 11th/12th September 2024
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. We believe that every dog and cat deserves the best.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
An exceptional finance leader with proven experience of all the main elements of running and developing a finance function, including management and statutory accounts production, budget setting, forecasting, cashflow management, fund accounting and reserves monitoring. In addition, the candidate will have experience of oversight of HR and IT functions, reporting to multiple boards, managing competing priorities and strategic leadership on the financial and operational elements of the business plan.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a part-time position offering flexible hours (21 hours per week) to attract the best candidate. Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to our dedicated team. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Deliver our Strategic plan: Collaborate with the Board and staff to implement our compelling strategic vision for the project, ensuring alignment with our vision, mission and operational objectives.
- Financial Sustainability: Spearhead fundraising initiatives, secure diverse funding streams, and manage budgets effectively to ensure the charity’s long-term financial health. This will include a strong focus on grants, bid writing and cultivating relationships with funding partners.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee the effective delivery of all programmes and projects, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with relevant statutory requirements, policies and procedures.
- Team Leadership: Foster a positive and supportive work environment that empowers staff, promotes professional development, and encourages creativity and innovation.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, community partners, parents, families, funders, and the public, effectively communicating the charity’s impact.
About You:
The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of leadership skills, experience, and a genuine commitment to our mission. Essential criteria include:
- Proven Leadership: Minimum 2 years of experience in a senior leadership role, ideally within the charity sector, demonstrating successful organisational management, strategic planning, board and team leadership.
- Financial Acumen: Extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, bid writing and securing funding for charitable organisations, with a proven track record in results and diversifying income streams.
- Collaborative Approach: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build strong relationships, inspire teams, and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Passion for Impact: A deep understanding of the challenges facing vulnerable young people and families, coupled with a genuine desire to make a tangible difference in their lives.
Relevant Qualification: A degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in a business/management related subject or a relevant professional qualification
To engage vulnerable and isolated young people and their families helping them build their confidence, identify new skills and build resilience
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Passionate about dog training and behaviour? Want to help colleagues across the country ensure our four-legged friends are ready for their forever homes?
We're looking for a Senior Training and Behaviour Advisor to work closely with fantastic behaviour teams across the South East of England region.
About this role:
As Senior Training and Behaviour Advisor, you’ll:
- work closely with staff across the country to ensure dogs in our care have effective, bespoke rehabilitation programmes to meet their needs,
- provide advice to centre staff in rehoming centres, as well as contributing to the ongoing assessment and rehabilitation of dogs in our care,
- collaborate with Behaviour Officers to provide bespoke behaviour training,
- in specific cases, complete independent assessments of dog behaviour to evaluate and understand the best approach.
About you:
In this role you’ll be mentoring and motivating our Behaviour teams, so you'll need experience of giving regular feedback and supporting colleagues with professional development, while being empathetic to the impacts of working closely with dogs with complex behaviour.. You’ll need significant experience of handling challenging dogs and assessing dog behaviour, particularly in a kennel environment. This will be supported by excellent knowledge of dog behaviour and the ability to tailor evidence based, appropriate behaviour plans.
About Dogs Trust:
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
A full manual driving licence is essential. The role involves monthly travel to our Rehoming Centres in the South East region: Basildon, Canterbury, Harefield, Kenilworth, Loughborough, Snetterton and Shoreham-by-Sea. This role is being offered as a fixed term contract for six months.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you complete an application form and a covering letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive enough suitable interest, so to avoid disappointment early application is encouraged.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Beyond Support – Women’s Telephone Support Worker – Southampton
Beyond the Streets is a small charity with a big determination to see routes out for women selling sex in the UK. Our ‘Direct Work’ is central to the organisation, and due to an increase in service demand we are looking to increase our staff team by recruiting a Women’s Telephone Support Worker.
Working as part of a small team in our office in Southampton, you will be responsible for providing regular telephone support to a caseload of women. Within this, you will be often the first point of support for women involved in the sex industry, offering a listening ear for them to process some of their feelings and experiences within this space and providing emotional support; as well as providing more practical assistance to overcome the barriers they face in accessing support. This could be through advocating with external agencies e.g., mental health, housing, problematic substance use, homelessness, poverty, domestic abuse, sexual violence, the criminal justice system; and to make positive steps forward with their lives.
You’ll be…
- Compassionate – communicate well with women using their chosen methods to support individuality
- Encouraging – promote empowerment and independence where possible & encourage women to achieve personal goals
- Supportive – provide support to ensure the safety & wellbeing of women using our services
- Observant – monitor & report any changes in health or circumstances of women as part of safeguarding their well-being
- Engaging – support women to engage in the local community where possible
You’ll enjoy…
- Competitive pay – earn up to £30,000 (FTE)
- Guaranteed hours
- Flexible working incorporating a Time off in Lieu system
- Career opportunities – develop yourself and your career in a specialist VAWG sector, reputable national organisation
- Personal training allowance – to further your work-based skills and knowledge
- Paid holiday – to support your personal life
- Pension Scheme – to help prepare for your future
- Cycle to work scheme – tax free allowance to purchase a bike
- Travel season ticket loan scheme - an interest-free loan to enable team members to purchase a season ticket for travel between their usual place of residence and their usual place of work
- Monthly 1-1 clinical supervision – through an external counsellor to support the work you do with women
You’ll need…
- Good understanding of working with individuals with a variety of support needs, including social, emotional, physical and practical
- Commitment to providing quality, women-lead support
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills including listening, reflecting, summarising and agreeing actions
- Patience, compassion, non-judgemental and motivational attitude
- Resilience to work with women who have often experienced trauma
- A responsible, dedicated and flexible approach to work
- Competent IT knowledge and computer skills
When you join, you’ll receive a structured induction and training plan, including access to all our in-house paid training.
All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
Location: Southampton - office based.
Hours: 28 hours per week with some core working hours
Leave:25 days, plus Bank Holidays (F.T.E)
Salary: £22,800 - £24,000 (£28,500-£30,000 full time equivalent)
Line Manager: Beyond Support Team Leader
Pension: 5% Employer Contribution, 3% Employee Contribution
Contract: Permanent
Please complete the Application Form via our website by clicking 'Apply', giving as much information as you can that is relevant, and return it to us along with the equal opportunities form to the email address specified in the job advert on our website.
Make sure that you demonstrate in the application form your ability to meet the requirements of the Job Description and Person Specification in the application pack (which is also found on the job advert on our website) by giving clear, concise examples of how you meet each criterion, as set out in the Person Specification.
We recognise our responsibility to remove any barriers in our recruitment process. If you have identified any barriers in the Job Description or Person Specification, please tell us of these in your application. We are committed to making any reasonable adjustment to the job where possible, and it would help us to know your needs to do this.
The Equal Opportunities monitoring form will be detached from your application and kept separately. The information given on it will not be used to make decisions about who is short-listed or recruited.
Deadline for applications: Monday 9th September at 9am.
Interview: Monday 16th September 2024, in person in Southampton.
Follow up Interview: Tuesday 24th September 2024 - in person in Southampton.
Potential start date: October/November 2024 (open to negotiation for right candidate)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ACCESS TO A CAR AND A CLEAN FULL DRIVING LICENCE IS A REQUIREMENT OF THIS POSITION
Age UK Hillingdon, Harrow & Brent work in partnership with Harrow Carers to deliver a Discharge Support Service in Northwick Park Hospital and we are looking to recruit a Service Coordinator to help us in supporting vulnerable older people in Harrow and Brent who have been in hospital and are now ready for discharge. The service delivers transport home, settle in visits, follow up and community support.
The Service Coordinator will act as the point of contact for the Hospital Discharge and ward teams for referrals. The Service Coordinator will then coordinate the support workers and volunteers to deliver the service - and will be part of the delivery themselves.
A key part of the role will be to ensure there is good communication with patients and clinicians. You will also need to monitor delivery, oversee record keeping and ensure service quality.
Please note there is no personal or clinicial care involved in this role.
Requirements:
- Experience in a similar role
- Authorised to work in the UK
- Must hold a UK driving licence
Female Housing Support Worker
Rochdale
Temporary
Full time
£13.00 - £15.00 per hour
Our client
Our client is part of a large group who are committed to enriching communities and improving lives. They provide residential and day support services to people who are homeless or in housing need. Services offers a safe environment where people can develop their skills and independence to empower change.
Morgan Hunt is recruiting for a Female Housing Support Worker, to join the a service in Rochdale on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role, with the potential of being permanent for the right candidate.
The role
- To be involved with admission and selection of service users, in conjunction with the Project Leader.
- To encourage and assist service users, via support plans, to develop themselves and their independence within the service or by moving on.
- To work in consultation with other members of the staff team and to liaise with the staff of other projects.
- To ensure the upkeep and the security of the building and to take responsibility for any cash and equipment under your control.
- To carry out regular key-working sessions with service users at the agreed period, to meet their individual needs and keep comprehensive records of all contacts made.
- To issue warnings and take appropriate action to promote the health, safety and welfare of all service users in line with policies and procedures.
- Support individuals in a way that is trauma informed and solution focused and promotes resilience.
- The efficient keeping of appropriate records including case notes, support plans, financial and administrative records.
- To support and assist service users in participation and consultation processes.
- Foster and maintain positive relations with volunteers, local community and other voluntary and statutory organisations and external agencies and with other services.
- To ensure compliance with the Group's Health and Safety policies.
The candidate
- Able to assess need and to plan and deliver effective, stimulating and dynamic support.
- Able to develop service user, volunteer and community involvement and work in an enabling way including facilitating group activities.
- Able to address equality and diversity issues and an understanding of the needs of volunteers and service users.
- Able to demonstrate personal organisational skills: attendance /timekeeping, planning workload; record keeping, use of IT, managing resources effectively, meet deadlines.
- Able to demonstrate strong communication skills including record keeping, report writing, use of IT and social media platforms.
- Able to be an effective team member and inter agency worker.
- Able to use training, supervision and other feedback to continually improve performance.
- Able to manage risk and associated and ensure that procedures are followed, and risk is managed appropriately.
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Racial Equity Programme Lead
Job Description
Join Clore Social Leadership as a pivotal member of our team dedicated to advancing justice, equity, diversity and inclusion. We are seeking a dynamic individual to manage racial equity partnership programmes, driving our mission to develop inclusive and effective leadership in the social sector.
About Clore Social Leadership
Since 2010, Clore Social Leadership has supported over 4,000 individuals from nearly 3,000 social sector organisations. Through our transformative skills and development programmes, we empower individuals from local grassroots initiatives to global organisations to become agents of change. In partnership, we have developed leadership programmes for people with lived and/or learned experience of racial inequalities, youth services, immigration systems, criminal justice systems, social immobility, homelessness, gender inequalities, health inequalities and climate change.
We aim to create a more equitable and inclusive society where individuals from all backgrounds have equal opportunities to lead, participate, and contribute to positive social change. Leadership Lighthouses, a strategic partnership programme, is our largest initiative to date that aims to address systemic inequities and promote meaningful and inclusive representation.
About Leadership Lighthouses
Leadership Lighthouses will support the development of social leaders from Black and racially minoritised communities, aiming to increase their confidence, skills, resilience and wellbeing, and ultimately, increase the impact they have with the communities they support. This national programme, funded by the National Lottery Community Fund*, follows on from a research project and a successful pilot in 2022.
Over the course of five years, we will work alongside a range of expert partners, and specialised coaches and facilitators to reach around 300 leaders, primarily through local programmes in England, in addition to national activity.
The Racial Equity Programme Lead will be critical to the success of this, managing all aspects of the programme. If you are passionate about making a profound impact and thrive in a dynamic, values-driven environment, we invite you to join us in shaping a brighter future for social leadership.
Person Specification
We seek an ambitious, bold and collaborative individual with an inclusive approach who is driven to ensure an impactful programme and a positive experience for both partners and participants.
● Planned: Highly developed organisational skills enabling efficient planning and management of tasks and resources.
● Passionate: Believes in the power of learning and development in catalysing social change, particularly within racial justice and equity.
● Focused: Able to think analytically, analyse data and extract key messages. Strong attention to detail. Strong service delivery skills to achieve agreed outcomes.
● Courageous: Able to challenge the status quo to seek continuous improvement and innovative solutions.
● Collaborative: Developed skills in managing internal and external relationships. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), with the ability to adapt communications for various audiences.
Role Description
The Racial Equity Programme Lead will be part of our talented, agile and welcoming team of 7. This is a newly established role that will be managed by the Programmes Director, and work closely with the CEO, the wider organisation and those involved in this programme, including expert collaborators, partners and a steering group. There are no line management responsibilities.
The key responsibilities of the role are to:
● Offer valuable insights and learning from the Leadership Lighthouses programme and support their integration to ensure our organisation's work remains inclusive and impactful.
● Lead and manage the Leadership Lighthouses programme, with a collaborative approach, building strong relationships with partners and participants, actively listening and responding to their needs.
● Ensure effective deployment of resources to achieve the programme objectives and targets.
● Design and implement robust management processes to ensure good governance and successful project outcomes.
● Support delivery partners and manage the partnership relationship, ensuring consistent and high-quality work, addressing any shortcomings appropriately.
● Provide administrative support to the Steering Group.
● Anticipate and mitigate risks to ensure milestones and targets are met.
● Monitor expenditure against the programme budget, working with delivery partners to ensure optimal use of available funds.
● Collaborate with the Clore Social Marketing team and other agencies to promote the programme.
● Manage the relationship with the independent programme evaluator and implement evaluation findings as necessary.
● Provide written quarterly reports to funders, partners, and stakeholders. Offer regular verbal updates to the Programmes Director, CEO and programme partners, providing assurance around project performance.
● Manage relationships with the National Lottery Community Fund, ensuring timely and accurate responses to queries or requests for information.
All staff are expected to work independently and as part of a team, manage work to meet multiple deadlines, build effective relationships and be proficient with Google Suite, MS Office, Salesforce and online meeting tools.
Skills & Experience - (E=essential, D=desirable)
● Strong track record in successfully managing complex programmes or projects (E)
● Experienced at managing leadership programmes or similar projects with racial justice and equity at their core (E)
● Lived and or learned experience of themes related to racial injustice. (E)
● Thorough understanding of developing and managing relationships with diverse stakeholders (E)
● Exceptional communications and interpersonal skills with the proven ability to communicate effectively with audiences from diverse backgrounds (E)
● Financially astute and analytical with a proven track record of managing budgets (E)
● Track record of driving change, fostering innovation and promoting new ideas (E)
● Exceptional problem-solving skills, making evidence-based decisions with pragmatism and flexibility (E)
● Ability to demonstrate a passion for social impact and leadership development within the social sector (D)
Terms and working hours
We are open to discussing flexible arrangements before or on application.
● This is a five-year fixed term contract role.
● You must be UK based to apply for this role.
● The role is to be fulfilled over a 28-hour week, ideally within our core working hours (Mon-Fri, 10am–4pm UK time), with flexibility as required.
Place of work
● This is a hybrid role with one day a week in our shared office space in London (Better Space, 127 Farringdon Road, London EC1R 3DA), the travel costs of which must be covered by the individual. We are open to discussing this arrangement further to accommodate individual needs and preferences.
● Further UK travel will be required on occasion, the costs of which would be covered by Clore Social Leadership.
Pay and benefits
● Salary for this role will be £32,000 based on 28 hours per week (£40,000 full time equivalent FTE).
● The post holder is entitled to 20 days of annual leave (25 days FTE), in addition to UK statutory holidays.
● The office is closed for one week during the winter festive period (25-31 December), providing an additional three days of annual leave in addition to the above allocation.
● You have the option to join our contributory pension scheme. The employer's contribution is 3% with a minimum employee contribution of 5%.
Application process
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment. We value and respect every individual, regardless of their race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability or background. We actively seek to eliminate bias, promote equality and provide equal opportunities for all to showcase their talents and be evaluated solely on their qualifications, skills and potential. If you are passionate about making a profound impact and thrive in a dynamic, values-driven environment, we invite you to submit an application.
Please apply through Charity Jobs. You will be asked to send:
● Your CV (two pages max.), including relevant work experience.
● A cover letter (one page max.), which addresses your suitability for and interest in the role.
Please note, through Charity Jobs, we conduct a blind recruitment process to ensure fairness and equity by anonymising applications, removing names and identifiable information.
Key dates
The below dates have been provided as a guideline as applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday 8 September 2024
First round interviews (online): Week commencing Monday 16 September 2024 (flexibility can be offered)
Final interviews (in person): Week commencing Monday 23 September 2024 (flexibility can be offered)
Travel expenses for in-person interviews will be reimbursed on submission of valid receipts.
In line with the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to offering reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
Registered charity number: 1136727
Thanks to National Lottery players, Clore Social Leadership has received five-year funding from The National Lottery Community Fund, the largest community funder in the UK. The funding will be used to support the leadership development of people from Black and racially minoritised communities.
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The important stuff
Location: Bethnal Green, office-based
Salary: £27,500
Permanent, Full-time
Application deadline: Wednesday 18th September, 09.00am (We interview on a rolling basis and may close the role early if we find the right candidate)
Application pack: Have a look at our Lead Coach Application pack for more information about the role and Resurgo
Please feel free to let us know if you may require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in our recruitment process.
We are now recruiting for a Lead Coach in Bethnal Green - an outstanding opportunity to work as part of a local church to deliver the Spear Programme.
You’ll be working with the local church to manage the delivery of Resurgo's award-winning Spear Programme. Over the last 20 years, Spear has supported more than 10,000 young people across the UK with the work-ready skills and mindset they need to succeed in employment, no matter the challenges they face. But we don’t want to stop there.
We believe each young person has huge potential. If you do too, and you have the skills and heart to see their lives transformed – join us.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for:
The Lead Coach is primarily responsible for overseeing the training room and group sessions with young people. You will help shape the training environment and will confidently adapt and deliver materials and sessions to work within the group’s development towards work readiness.
Delivery of Spear Programme - Group and 1:1 coaching [60%]
- Preparing and coaching Spear Foundation sessions and 1-1s, ensuring that young people are engaged, retained and work-ready by the end of this initial phase of the programme
- Building relationships with young people on the programme and managing culture, and attitudes in the training room
- Adapting the Spear coaching material according to the needs of the Trainees and managing behaviour effectively
- Handling safeguarding
- Taking a lead on rating the work readiness of the trainees and making sure data is inputted and used correctly on salesforce
- Tracking trainee progress on the dashboards
- Liaising with volunteers for key programme engagement events such as mock interviews and external panels. Leading on briefings and communications with these volunteers
Delivery of Spear Career [20%]
- Delivering weekly Spear Career sessions (including running workshops with past Trainees), maintaining records and reporting on statistics, and creatively developing ongoing relationships with Spear Trainees
Training the Graduate Coach [10%]
- Contributing towards the training and developing of the Graduate Coach by modelling excellent coaching and giving regular feedback
Trainee recruitment [10%]
- Developing relationships with Job Centres and local referral agencies to ensure that the maximum number of Spear Trainees are enrolled on each programme. This involves liaising with referral agencies, active face-to-face recruitment and monitoring recruitment statistics
Continuous professional development
- Continually engaging in professional development, including being part of Resurgo’s wider coaching programmes and possibly supporting on leading internal training such as Grad Coach Training
Active participation in and support for church team and mission
- As the Spear programme is run in partnership with a local church partner, you will establish a strong personal connection with the church to develop the engagement and backing of church members and help build a strong network of supporters for the Spear programme. As part of this you may be asked to speak at church/events and contribute to prayer meetings as per Resurgo’s Christian ethos and the mission of the church
This role will suit you if:
- You are an active Christian, passionate about your work being a lived expression of your faith
- You have a heart for young people and releasing their potential, no matter what challenging circumstances they are facing
- You have demonstrable experience as a coach, or a background in youth work or teaching, and are keen to develop these skills further.
- You are confident in giving feedback and having crucial conversations
- Able to lead others effectively
- You are great at building relationships, with solid communication skills
- You are steady under pressure, and able to juggle competing priorities
- You are looking for a varied, hands-on role, where you won't be tied to a desk
- Emotional resilience and good self-leadership in this area. You have a sense of humour and want to have fun at work
- Strong administrative skills, competent and accurate and efficient in typing and work methods
You’ll be employed by St Peter’s Church, who partner closely with Resurgo to deliver the Spear Programme in Bethnal Green
You can expect:
- A genuine commitment to upskilling you through impressive training opportunities:
- Support and funding to complete your professional coaching accreditation
- Progression opportunities through professional development 1-1s, and a dedicated Church Partnerships team.
- Equipping you to have autonomy in your role, through a culture of ‘high challenge, high support’
- A fun, supportive culture where you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work
- A worshipping community, where you can pray and worship with your colleagues
- Summer and autumn staff conference days, plus a two-night Christmas retreat
A couple of things to note:
- This role requires occasional evening work, for our termly Spear Celebrations (where we celebrate our trainees as they complete the initial six weeks of the programme)
- In the event of a job offer, a DBS check will be requested.
Resurgo is a charity with a mission to transform society, of which the Spear Programme is just one part. We use our expertise in coaching and impact management to equip other organisations to cultivate change. Find out more about our work here.
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