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You will be a fully qualified CYP MH Practitioner working within a multi-disciplinary, early intervention Mental Health Support Team (MHST) to increase and improve emotional wellbeing for 5–25-year-olds, and mental health provision within education settings.
Applications encouraged from: Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs), Children’s Wellbeing Practitioners (CWPs), CAMHS nurses, other CYP Practitioners with relevant qualifications
You will have an active caseload of children and adolescents with mild – moderate emotional and mental health difficulties and will deliver evidence-based 1:1 and group interventions, employing the principles underpinning the national CYP-IAPT programme (Children and Young People’s Improving Access to Psychological Therapies). Low intensity interventions (e.g. CBT guided self-help) will be delivered in a range of education settings (primary, secondary, special, alternative provision and sixth form and further education colleges). This will range from delivering evidence-based interventions for CYP and parents/carers in education settings, with mild – moderate presentations, to providing psychoeducation and training for a range of stakeholders, including children and young people, parents/carers and education staff, promoting a whole school approach to mental health.
You will work with people from different cultural backgrounds, using interpreters when necessary, and should be committed to equal opportunities. You will also work closely with colleagues and partners in the Local Authority, CAMHS, education settings where interventions are being delivered and other relevant mental health providers. This will build upon the ICB’s and Mind’s whole school approach to mental health provision.
You will have:
- A current qualification from an accredited body to deliver evidence-based interventions for CYP
- Direct experience delivering interventions for CYP aged 5-25 with mild – moderate mental health difficulties
- Experience of routine outcome monitoring
- Experience of clinical risk assessment
- Understanding of child development and psychosocial influences
- Experience handling safeguarding concerns for CYP and adults
- A commitment to improving the lives of young people living in our boroughs through high-quality mental health support.
- Having a creative approach to problem solving and developing the service to meet the needs of diverse young people, families and schools.
- Ability to form and maintain relationships (e.g. with schools), and communicate effectively with all stakeholders and young people.
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Benefits of working with us
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year, increasing by 1 day per full year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days) [pro rata].
- Employee Rewards and Benefits Platform/Wellness Hub (Perkbox)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Flexible working
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including free counselling sessions
- Paid time off for medical appointments
- Training and personal development opportunities
- Access to shared resources and training opportunities via Mind Federated Network
How to apply
Please provide your CV, and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Person Specification (see JD attached) and why you want this role.
We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
HFEH Mind are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults.
Post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
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!
What You'll Do:
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Collaboration and Efficiency: Work hand-in-hand with existing Mental Health Provision for people and their families, as well as other local agencies/organisations to effectively support people transitioning from services.
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Innovation and Empowerment: Channel your passion into providing evidence-based interventions, becoming key in shaping this role as the service develops as well as providing support to the core Access Community Mental Health team.
Why Join Us:
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Impact Matters: Join a team where your work directly transforms lives and contributes to a healthier community.
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Personal Growth: We offer professional development opportunities that will enrich your career and help shape the future of mental health services in Swindon.
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Collaborative Culture: Work alongside like-minded individuals who share your passion for making a meaningful impact.
We provide advice and support to empower anyone in our local communities experiencing a mental health problem.
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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!
About Us: At James Hopkins Trust, we're passionate about supporting families in Gloucestershire with a young child facing a life-limiting condition. We rely on our local community to sustain our vital care services, which cost over £850,000 annually. That's where you come in!
About the Role: We’re looking for enthusiastic Fundraisers to join our team and help create amazing experiences for our supporters, volunteers, and partners. Here’s what you’ll be doing:
- Fundraising Activities: Plan and deliver a regular programme of fundraising events and activities such as our golf day, Kite Ball, online auction and other community events.
- Community Engagement: Work with local businesses, schools, faith groups, and individuals to support their fundraising efforts and build lasting relationships.
- Storytelling: Share inspiring stories with our supporters to show the impact of their donations.
- Presentations: Prepare and deliver engaging pitches and presentations to secure new support.
- Volunteer Coordination: Identify when we need volunteer support, recruit volunteers, and help them get started.
About You:
- Target-Driven: You have a knack for meeting goals and a background in sales or fundraising.
- People Person: You love building and maintaining relationships with a variety of people.
- Self-Motivated: You’re organised, can juggle multiple tasks, and work well independently.
- Great Communicator: You’re confident giving presentations and can secure new support.
- Tech-Savvy: You’re comfortable using IT systems for administration and reporting.
- Mobile: You have a valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work.
- Flexible: The role requires you to work some of your hours during the evenings and weekends.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum (FTE and DOE)
- Flexible Hours: various hours available up to 37.5 hours a week, with some hybrid working options.
- Great Benefits: Blue Light Card, Nest Pension Scheme, enhanced maternity pay and full salary sick pay scheme after a qualifying period, rising annual leave on length of service, employee assistance programme.
Join Us: If you’re passionate about our work and want to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Important: You must be eligible to work in the UK. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, so successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check for children and provide two satisfactory references.
Come join the James Hopkins Trust team and help us make magic memories for our families.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a Communications Officer to join our small team with big ambitions to lift people out of poverty and end the need for foodbanks.
Responsible for:
The support and delivery of Chichester District Foodbank’s external communications as well as the image Chichester District Foodbank portrays externally to our clients, volunteers, donors and stakeholders.
About Chichester District Foodbank:
Chichester District Foodbank was founded in 2012 and has four foodbanks in Chichester, Midhurst, Petworth and Selsey. We are part of the Trussell Trust network providing emergency food and support for people locked in poverty and campaign for change to end the need for foodbanks.
We are committed to working alongside people struggling against poverty which results in food insecurity, to learn from and be shaped by their knowledge and experience.
Overall responsibility of the job:
Support the development of communications strategies working with the different areas of the Foodbank to galvanise support for ending hunger and inspire action from key stakeholders.
Support the creation of and deliver communications campaigns both short and long term in line with the overall strategy for Chichester District Foodbank.
Manage conception, design and development, implementation of communications materials and campaigns and analyse outcomes.
Position Chichester District Foodbank as a leading voice for change and promote buy-in of our vision to end hunger in partnership with the charitable and public sector.
Deadline for applications:
Please submit your application by the end of Thursday 18 July.
Interviews:
Interviews will be conducted on Tuesday 23 July.
Please see the attached role profile for a full job description and person specification.
Working to end poverty and hunger in Chichester District
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We know that homelessness is not inevitable. We know that together we can end it.
It is an exciting and important time to be joining us at Crisis. We work with thousands of people across England, Scotland, and Wales so they can leave homelessness behind for good. We continue to adapt the way our services work to maximise our impact in ending homelessness. We have increased our capacity to work with people one to one and also strengthened our ability to support those people facing the greatest barriers to preventing or ending their homelessness.
Location: Based in Crisis Newcastle Skylight, City House, City Road, NE1 2AF
About the role
Demand for support for people experiencing homelessness is changing and we have a vacancy in our front facing Engagement and Assessment service.
This service provides first line support to people experiencing homelessness, assessing their needs, identifying support, and working with other staff and services to address their homelessness.
We need someone to join this team as a receptionist to increase our capacity to respond to new and existing members of Crisis.
As the first point of contact, our Engagement and Assessment service greets individuals who are experiencing homelessness or facing a risk of homelessness. You will be working in a fast paced and often challenging environment, explaining and guiding people through the Crisis service offer, and signposting to other local support services. You will need to create a welcoming and encouraging environment, to ensure that people seeking support feel understood and respected.
No two days are the same, and you will be greeting people, helping signpost to appropriate services and responding to telephone and email enquires in a positive and supportive way. This is a key role as you will be part of a members journey out of homelessness, right from their first presentation.
About you
As a receptionist you have a real opportunity to demonstrate your compassion and empathy for people experiencing homelessness as our first point of contact at Crisis.
Sometimes visitors are distressed by their situation and this role would suit someone who is both resilient and compassionate.
You will need to have strong communication skills, be able to listen and respond even when people are demonstrating their distress through their language and behaviour. This is where you will demonstrate confidence in your ability to assertively challenge inappropriate behaviour and de-escalate conflict.
You will develop professional relationships with our members who regularly attend and become part of their progression out of the most difficult of personal circumstances. Our current team tell us how rewarding and motivating this can be.
You will need to be able to help manage the reception area, spot potential concerns and safety issues and respond to these to ensure that reception is a safe space for new and existing members, and other colleagues.
You will have experience of working with vulnerable people, balancing this together with an excellent level of customer service, IT skills and an ability to accurately record sensitive information.
You will be interested in evolving your skills and playing an active role as we continue to develop our Engagement and Assessment service further.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
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Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.
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Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
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28 days’ annual leave
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Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
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Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm
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And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How to apply
If you want to learn more about the role, you are invited to join an information session at Crisis Newcastle Skylight, City House, City Road, NE1 2AF on the Wednesday 3rd of July 2024 at 4:30pm host by Paul Wightman (Operations Manager - Engagement & Assessment) and Chloe Kane (Receptionist). To request confirmation of attendance please email Paul Wightman, contact details can be found on our website.
If this sound likes the opportunity for you, please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below.
Closing date: Sunday 7th of July 2024 at 11:59pm
Interviews will be held on Tuesday the 16th and Wednesday the 17th of July 2024 at Crisis Newcastle Skylight, City House, City Road, NE1 2AF
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Research and Evaluation Manager (Maternity Cover), Together for Childhood
Child abuse is preventable if we all work together. This is our belief. It drives us. Our purpose is to work with communities to fight for every childhood.
Together for Childhood at the NSPCC is our place-based initiative working with local communities to make them safer for children. We work with local partners and families to come together to prevent abuse and tackle the problems that cause it through systems change. Join the Together for Childhood team as a Research and Evaluation Manager (Maternity Cover) and nurture the development and implementation of meaningful research, evaluation and learning work.
Do you have the skills to lead and grow excellent research and evaluation work?
- We're looking for an experienced researcher/evaluator to support and mentor embedded research and evaluation teams in the design and implementation of central and local Together for Childhood projects.
- The candidate will also be interested in the strategic development of Together for Childhood's evaluation and learning framework.
- Excitingly, this role will also have opportunities to contribute to the NSPCC's wider research and evaluation work, to help build the evidence base that can stop child abuse.
- This role will be a great fit for a candidate with a strong background in qualitative and quantitative methodologies and their application in community settings, including with children and minoritised groups.
- experience will be supported by a commitment to making an impact through collaborative, inclusive and participatory practice in all areas of their work.
- Experience researching intersectional, poverty-aware and trauma-informed practice in the prevention of child abuse and neglect, or a related field, will also be incredibly valuable to the team.
Do you want to foster empowered local leadership within your new team?
- As Research and Evaluation Manager, you'll become part of a team that cares about the work they do and the people they work with.
- Your team values diverse perspectives and is committed to being learning-oriented.
- This is a great opportunity to be a passionate manager and supports your team to grow, for example, by developing person-centred and trauma-informed approaches to research and evaluation.
- As part of this team, you will also be supported to develop in relation to our compassionate and relationship-centred ways of working.
Additional considerations for the role
The post is full-time and fixed term (14 months) but part-time/flexible/hybrid working will be considered. The role line manages research colleagues in both the Glasgow and Grimsby Together for Childhood sites, as well as working with colleagues in the NSPCC's London office. Travel to the Together for Childhood sites is an important part of the role. We would also be open to candidates seeking a secondment opportunity
This is a 14-month maternity cover and will start in September 2024. We expect to be interviewing in early July. The interview process will have two stages to ensure recruitment panel representation from diverse NSPCC perspectives, and will cover both a competency-based and value-based interview. Competency-based interview questions will be shared in advance, in line with the NSPCC's inclusive recruitment approach.
This advert may close early if enough applications are received.
The role
This is an exciting time to be joining UK Youth. We have recently been through a strategy refresh and are now better positioned to deliver on our ambitions that all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives.
This role will lead design projects to shape UK Youth’s support to young people and professionals working with young people. This could include structured youth work programmes, grant funds, professional development programmes, and campaigns.
You will be confident in taking a human-centred-design approach to tackle some of the youth sector’s knottiest problems. You will help to improve the skills and confidence of colleagues across UK Youth to apply design methods in their own work.
In 2024, our priority topics for youth work programmes and network development are: mental health, employability, youth social action, outdoor learning and physical literacy.
You will work closely the research, evaluation, policy, service delivery, network development, and fundraising teams. You will meaningfully involve young people and the professionals who support them in the design process.
You will design solutions to important problems, ensuring that they are feasible, equitable, and impactful.
Who we are
UK Youth is a leading charity that is unlocking youth work for all young people.
We bring together young people and youth workers with business leaders, teachers, social workers, doctors, policy makers and other professionals to learn, spread effective ways to support young people, and campaign for social change.
Only by working together can we tackle the systemic problems that keep letting our young people down.
Who we're looking for
We are looking for candidates with an understanding and empathy of the current issues facing young people, with experience of managing effective projects on a national scale, engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and a passion for making a difference to the lives of young people. We are looking for someone who is proactive, inclusive, inspiring, highly-organised and uses their initiative to find creative solutions and manage multiple priorities.
Experience we're after
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Experience of leading the design of interventions (digital and/or physical) for young people and/or those who support them.
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Experience of developing proposals to time-limited funding opportunities, including the development of theories of change, project budgets and proposal narratives.
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Experience of managing projects across the end-to-end design process; using human-centred-design methods and mindsets.
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Experience of developing high quality youth work programme content and curricula for young people, youth workers and/or outdoor learning instructors (desirable).
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Experience of designing and delivering professional development programmes (desirable).
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Experience of people management (desirable).
Why work at UK Youth?
UK Youth wants all young people to be equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. Youth work can be life changing (and even life saving.) We have developed a strategy to unlock youth work so that every young person in the UK can benefit. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed, and delivers high-quality outcomes.
UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross-sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference, and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. Come and be part of this change.
What we can offer you:
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:
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Flexible/Agile Working
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27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)
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Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity
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Other training available in support of your personal and professional development
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Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)
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Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary
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Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally
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20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.
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IT equipment provided for the duration of contract
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CycleScheme and TechScheme
How to apply
If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system provided by Applied which looks to create a fair and unbiased application process for all. Scroll to the top of the page and start your application.
Closing date: 7th July 2024 at 11:59pm (Midnight)
Interview dates proposed: week commencing 15th July 2024
Please note: shortlisted candidates will be asked to share CV's with the hiring team prior to interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Growing Hope is a charity providing free therapy for children and young people with additional needs in partnership with local churches across the UK. We aim to grow hope for children, hope for families and hope in Jesus. Growing Hope was founded in December 2017 and has a vision to see 20 clinics set up across the UK by 2030. We currently have five clinics, King’s Cross, Brockley, High Wycombe, Gateshead and Redbridge. We worked with over 500 children, young people, parents, carers, siblings and professionals in 2023.
Role Summary:
We are recruiting an Operations Officer who will support with operations across the charity. This includes supporting the team with administration, finance, training and fundraising. We are seeking an individual who is flexible and adaptive in their approach, and has excellent attention to detail, IT and communication skills. We are open to candidates who have a strong work ethic and are keen to learn and develop the essential skills for the role. We are looking for employees who are committed to Growing Hope’s vision and values and can demonstrate these both within their interview and as they complete their job role. Growing Hope values:
- Hope - We believe Jesus brings hope to children, young people and families, even in the most difficult situations, and that underpins everything we do.
- Community - We are accepting of all and want everyone to know they are seen, heard and belong.
- Courage - We are brave, choosing honesty over comfort, and tackling problems because we want to change lives.
- Innovation - We are innovative, flexible and creative in our approach, always aiming for excellence.
- Generosity - We look out for others and share our time, encouragement, finances and skills.
Job Purpose
Growing Hope is a national charity with a growing number of clinics across the UK. This operations role will provide support across the Growing Hope national staff team. This will include support with administration, finance, fundraising and training. This role is key in enabling all the functions of the national charity to run smoothly and effectively. The role will be based in King’s Cross with occasional events outside of the office.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities will be discussed and developed as the charity continues to grow. It is anticipated that this time will be flexible and adjusted according to the needs and priorities at the time. Specifically the role with include:
IT administration
- Administration of IT systems, logins and spreadsheets for the team, volunteers, staff and freelancers (keeping these up to date and amending systems as required).
- Ordering and setting up IT hardware and software for individuals joining the team.
- Oversight of IT systems used by Growing Hope including ticket tailor, jot form, mail chimp, Microsoft office, google adverts and tracking. Supporting with problem solving when issues arise.
- Overseeing and training others in Canopy (clinic administration software) and helping support and problem solve with using this. This includes liaising with a freelance software developer to manage the development project.
HR administration
- Oversight of the recruitment checking process for new volunteers, trustees, freelancers and employees. This includes carrying out DBS checks, calling referees, chasing for references and communicating with individuals as they start with Growing Hope.
- Management of the ‘internal news’ list in order to track individuals working closely with the charity.
- Writing, drafting and sending out HR letters, contracts and contract variations.
- Organising internal events on behalf of the team including away days, training days and ad hoc events.
- Organising online training as required for members of the Growing Hope team.
Office Support
- Overseeing the day to day office and building use including the alarm, maintenance visits, wifi, printer and other equipment. This includes liaising with other individuals who have office use.
- Liaising with the Director of Operations around the use of the office.
- Ordering office supplies as required, ensuring office space and storage is kept organised.
- Supporting with external events planning including finding venues, sponsorship and items needed.
- Ordering equipment as required across the team.
- Ad hoc tasks as required across the team.
Volunteer admin support
- Processing volunteer applications and induction as required.
- Oversight of volunteers using the office space on a day to day basis. Including allocating volunteer tasks and explaining and supporting with these as required.
- Managing volunteer IT access.
General
- Sending letters and emails and making phone calls as required.
- Logging all actions on Salesforce database.
- Maintain data protection & confidentiality in line with Growing Hope’s policy.
- Ensure adherence to Safeguarding and wider Growing Hope policies.
- Actively contributing to staff prayer meetings and upholding Growing Hope’s Christian values.
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in working in the charity sector, an interest in additional needs and inclusion are highly desirable.
ESSENTIAL
- This role has an Occupational Requirement to be a Christian, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010. Excellent copywriting and proof-reading skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills.
- Ability to work with Microsoft word, excel, outlook and ppt efficiently and effectively.
- Ability to understand and work with back end IT systems such as wordpress, google admin suite and azure.
- Ability to take initiative and have a flexible approach to tasks.
- Commitment to Growing Hope’s vision. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, as the task requires
DESIRABLE
- Experience, interest in or commitment to a career in additional needs and inclusion.
- Experience of working in the charity/NGO sector.
- Experience of other IT systems such as quickbooks, mailchimp and ticket tailor.
Championing accessibility and providing free therapy for children and young people with additional needs, in partnership with local churches
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The Miscarriage Association is a national charity dedicated to providing support and information to anyone affected by the loss of a baby in pregnancy. We also raise awareness of the impact of loss, advocate for those affected and challenge the taboos that can make miscarriage a lonely as well as distressing experience.
We do this by offering staffed support services (telephone helpline, live chat, email and DM), a network of peer support groups, a comprehensive website and a range of highly regarded patient leaflets. We also provide training and resources for health professionals and employers, contribute to research and ensure the patient voice is heard by policy and decision-makers.
We are about to begin a new chapter in our 40-year history, with ambitious plans to ensure our trusted services and support reach even more people affected by this often-heartbreaking experience.
We are now looking for an enthusiastic and talented digital marketer to join our small and friendly team to help us on this exciting journey. Working as part of our newly expanded communications team, you will support the development and implementation of the strategic communications and marketing strategy.
You will lead on developing our digital channels to drive engagement and awareness and help to build our online communities. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the charity’s website implementing brand guidelines to ensure a consistent approach to tone and content. You’ll also maximise Google Ad and SEO opportunities, working alongside a specialist agency, where necessary.
You’ll have previous experience of CRM systems and work closely with our fundraising team to develop supporter journeys and devise email and social media campaigns to help drive event sign-ups, donations and fundraising income.
Of course, you’ll also stay alert to emerging digital trends and be adept at analytics and reporting on the success of your campaigns.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Wheels for All is seeking an Operations and Administration Officer as we embark on an exciting period of growth. In this pivotal role, you will support the Operations team, the Executive Management Team (EMT), the Board of Trustees, the Finance team, and the wider organisation. Your responsibilities will span various operational, compliance, administrative, and support functions, ensuring the smooth running of our charity.
Title: Operations and Administration Officer
Salary: £28,000 FTE
Hours: Flexible. Open to options between 3 days (21 hours/ 0.6FTE and 5 days (35 hours/ 1 FTE)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Warrington Head Office base with hybrid working available.
Reporting to: Chief Operating Officer
Staff benefits
Wheels for All is committed to the health and wellbeing of our staff. We are proud to offer these benefits to all members of our team:
- Birthday bonus – take an additional day off to celebrate your birthday.
- Volunteering – take a volunteering day each year to support another charity or Wheels for All partner.
- Apparel – we will provide all members of staff with quality clothing to keep them looking and feeling good when out and about.
- Flexible working arrangements - including working from home and flexibility around caring responsibilities.
- Annual leave entitlement of 25 days - in addition to public holidays, increasing by one day each year up to a maximum of 30. (Note: pro-rata for part-time colleagues).
- Employee Assistance Programme - access to a 24/7 confidential helpline, counselling services and online information.
- Healthy and wellbeing - we welcome staff to embed regular exercise into their daily work lives. We provide access to a Cycle to Work scheme (unlocking savings of up to 47% on the cost of a new cycle and accessorises) and yoga classes at our head office.
Role responsibilities
Human Resources Support
- Recruitment: Support the recruitment process by helping to create job descriptions, place adverts, attract quality candidates and conduct assessments.
- Staff Onboarding: Ensure all new staff are welcomed and integrated into the organisation, guided by the new starter checklist.
- DBS & Safer Recruitment: Ensure the safety and well-being of all beneficiaries, by ensuring appropriate DBS checks are conducted for all employees, volunteers, trustees, and contractors who work with or have access to children, young people, or vulnerable adults and employees
- HR Administration: Support HR administration by managing contact databases, probation period deadlines and performance review schedules.
- Employee Relations: Help promote a positive work culture by facilitating open communication, addressing workplace issues and supporting the management of any employee conflicts or grievances.
- Managing Employee Benefits: such as the Employee Assistance Programme, annual leave entitlement and apparel.
- Training Requirements: Manage training schedule for the team, including first aid, health and safety, data protection and safeguarding.
- Employee Engagement: Help create and deliver initiatives to enhance employee morale and satisfaction, such as team-building activities and events.
- Asset Management: Oversee the issue, use and return of equipment used by the team, such as uniforms, phones, laptops etc.
Compliance Support
- Data Protection: Support the Data Protection Officer in ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.
- Audit Schedules: Oversee audit schedules for health and safety assessments.
- Documentation Management: Document and manage the retention schedule and naming conventions.
- Policy and Procedure Management: Manage the review schedule for policies and procedures, helping the Board and EMT ensure compliance with the Tier 3 Code for Sports Governance.
- Workplace Safety and Health: Help ensure a safe and healthy work environment by implementing safety protocols, training programmes and complying with regulatory standards related to workplace safety, such as workplace assessments.
- Insurance: Manage insurance policies schedules for equipment, personal liability, professional liability, etc.
IT Support
- Technology: Support the implementation of new technology solutions, such as HR and Monitoring and Evaluation systems.
- System Access: Manage access for systems like Worknest E-learning, SharePoint, etc.
- Microsoft Implementation: Create and manage Microsoft 365 accounts for staff and board members.
- Filing Structure Oversight: Maintain and oversee the organisation’s SharePoint filing structure.
- Equipment Maintenance: Ensure appropriate maintenance, updates, and training for IT equipment.
Executive Management Team (EMT) and Board Support
- EMT Support: Provide support to the Executive Management Team where necessary.
- Board Meeting Arrangements: Arrange board meetings and AGM, including communicating with members, taking minutes when required and filing documents.
- Governance Documentation: Keep the website updated with governance documentation.
- Trustee and Member registration: Manage the registration and setup for trustees and members
Office Management
- Point of Contact: Serve as the primary contact for internal and external enquiries, manage phone calls, and handle mail.
- Office Staffing Management: Oversee bookings, phones, and ensure adequate office staffing levels.
- Contract and Compliance Management: Oversee contract details and renewals for office equipment, supplies, health and safety checks, fire safety and liaison with landlord.
- Booking Assistance: Assist staff with bookings for vans, events, travel, etc. such as at our presence at the National Cycle Show and other major cycling and disability inclusion events.
Note: This job description is subject to amendment based on experience and consultation with the post holder. It provides a general indication of duties and may vary over time.
Wheels for All is a national accessible cycling charity which promotes inclusive cycling through a range of successful community engagement programmes
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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!
This is a unique opportunity to support the effective coordination and future development of the Coastal Communities Network, Scotland, on a 2-year fixed term basis, at 80% FTE (30hrs/ week). The Coastal Communities Network Coordinator will work alongside Fauna & Flora’s team in Scotland to ensure dedicated support to the Coastal Communities Network and its constituent members, and undertake delivery of specific actions identified by the CCN Council.
The post holder will work closely with the Programme Manager, Scotland and the CCN Council, to support CCN’s wider governance and development, coordinate communication between members, and actively recruit new members. They will also have responsibility for managing CCN’s website, organising events, administration, communications, advocacy and representation of CCN. They will be responsible for liaising with and maintaining relationships with agreed stakeholders, taking forward actions on behalf of the CCN Council and development of policy outputs for CCN.
You will have excellent organisational skills, strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate communications across a large and disparate group. You will have good knowledge of the Scottish marine environment and current biodiversity & conservation issues, and an interest in community-based conservation.
In return, the role offers the opportunity to work within a vibrant and dynamic community network at an exciting stage of its development, with opportunity to apply your skills and expertise flexibly. In addition, Fauna & Flora offers a generous pension contribution, attractive annual leave allowance and life insurance.
Please visit our website and download the job application pack for further details on how to apply
The closing date for applications is Sunday, 7 July 2024. Interviews are likely to take place during the week commencing Monday, 15 July 2024.
This role is not eligible for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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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!
This is an exciting opportunity to work at the interface of research, farming and policy working as part of the GFM team to support the development of the GFM framework and its application on farm, in the food supply chain, for education and learning, policy and finance.
Reporting to the Head of Research of the SFT, you will join the GFM team responsible for a wide range of trials, in the UK and internationally. These include Defra Elms pilots, farm cluster groups, supply chain trials, and international trials delivered as partners of Regen10. Our trials test the application of the framework and the use of the GFM by other stakeholders.
You will work collaboratively with the trials team managers supporting the design, evaluation and timely delivery of trials. You will lead the quantitative and qualitative analysis of results and the design and reporting of feedback from participants, working with project partners, our trials team, and the wider SFT team to achieve and communicate outcomes. You will provide technical support to the team for the current GFM assessment and work with them and other project partners on the continuing development of sustainability assessments and data collection methodologies for application nationally and internationally.
The postholder will also have the opportunity to contribute to related work on the conceptual development and application of the framework in different contexts.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the team of trials managers responsible for a wide range of GFM trials, in the UK and internationally.
- Lead on the quantitative and qualitative analysis and interpretation of results and the design and reporting of feedbacfrom participants.
- Support the reporting and communication of results, leading the writing of key reports for stakeholders as needed.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of assessments used for the trials nationally and internationally - providing technical support including around data management, cleaning and extraction.
- Support the design and facilitation of workshops for trial farmers and farm advisors.
- Support the team to deliver their trials and meet trial deadlines, whilst sharing best practice and learnings across the team to build on the skills and strengths of the team across all trials.
- Contribute to GFM framework development and its application beyond the trials.
- Support the development of learning resources to explain farm sustainability and sustainability assessments to farmers using the GFM framework.
- Contribute to peer reviewed journal article(s) on the value of framework for building farm advisor / farmer knowledge and support for farm sustainability, and on adding a state-of-the-system approach to certification assessments.
- Work with project partners, our trials team, and the wider Global Farm Metric team to achieve and communicate our GFM mission and outcomes.
Relationships:
- Contribute to discussion and review of metrics and GFM team outputs and planning.
- Attend internal meetings on-line and in-person to share and discuss progress.
- Engage with external organisations as required to support and promote the GFM and the trials.
- Attend external meetings and events to present work as required (mainly in the UK, potentially EU)
- Work with the wider GFM and SFT team to support related work when needed.
- Engage with our externals partners and consultants to identify potential for collaboration and avoid duplication in related areas of work.
- Engage with the Regen10 Frameworks Hub team and contribute to discussions, planning and reports.
Specifically, we are looking for candidates who have experience with and can demonstrate the following:
- Masters level qualification (or degree level with 2-3 years relevant workplace experience) in a subject area related to food and farming
- Good knowledge and practical experience of UK farming and farm sustainability.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills.
- Experience in developing, delivering, or researching farm sustainability assessments including knowledge of LCA and similar impact assessment approaches.
- Competence in the use of Excel and other packages to collect, manage, analyse and interpret quantitative and qualitative data.
- Ability to create simple coding for data management, analysis and display an advantage
- Experience of delivering high quality, robust reports and written materials for different audiences
- Experience of engagement with farmers and/or farm advisors (desirable).
- Experience of contributing to peer reviewed publication (desirable).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage a diverse workload in a fast-paced project delivery setting.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently, planning and managing workloads and meeting deadlines
- Ability and willingness to work within teams collaboratively to deliver outputs.
- Personal commitment to driving the transition towards more resilient and sustainable farming systems, with and an understanding of the needs and concerns of the farming community.
Location: Remote/home working in the UK, but some travel within the UK (office Bristol, London) and potentially the EU for meetings and events.
Interviews are expected to take place 11th to 12th of July.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Team Leader to join our Homelessness service in Kensington and Chelsea.
£31,534.00 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 part of one team? You'll feel at home here.
The post holder will be fully involved in all aspects of the day-to-day management of their designated service, including line managing the relevant front-line staff. You will lead and develop competence of direct reports as well as carry caseloads of customers requiring support. You will work closely with the Contract Manager to ensure that the service delivers on all targets, both financial and those around the quality of the service.
Heaney Hub implements and promotes the Psychologically Informed Environment (PIE) model. This is an approach to supporting people out of homelessness, particularly those who have experienced complex trauma or are diagnosed with a personality disorder. It also considers the psychological needs of staff: developing skills and knowledge, increasing motivation, job satisfaction and resilience.
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:
- Lead and motivate your team to ensure the championing of and maintenance of a positive local culture within your service
- Deliver effective supervision, case work management and team meetings with staff and ensure that information, reporting and communication
- Responsible for the personal development of staff, identifying high performers and feeding into the organisation's succession plans
- Ensure that Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) required as part of the Contract are met and recorded correctly
- Develop key business relationships with all appropriate relevant customers/external parties to ensure service delivery excellence and maximise new business opportunities in own patch
- Participate in and monitor the initial and continuous assessment of needs and ensure that support planning is carried out in line with assessed needs of the customer
- Carry out other administrative tasks as relevant to the service and directed by the Contract/Heads of Operations
- Deliver an out of hours on-call service for region, where required
- Ensure that all safeguarding cases are managed in line with safeguarding protocols and are reported to Contract Manager/Head of Operations, as appropriate
- Ensure Look Ahead Health and Safety policies are adhered to at all times and to uphold all health and safety responsibilities within relevant policies and local protocols
- Adhere to all the policies and procedures of Look Ahead Care, Support & Housing plus those specific to the project including any statutory requirements
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:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, networks in local business community
- Approachable 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
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is passionate and enthusiastic about his/her career and job experiences
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
What you'll bring:
Essential:
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
Desirable:
- Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications are desirable
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.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient IDVA to join our homelessness service in Kent.
£26,330.00 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.
The role of an IDVA is to address the safety of victims and survivors at high risk of harm. IDVAs work with their customers from the point of crisis by safety planning and risk assessing using the DASH to ascertain the level of risk to the victim.
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:
Manage client referrals, completing Dash Risk Assessments and obtaining and maintaining all relevant paperwork.
Building supportive, trusting relationships with clients and creating a positive atmosphere.
Knowledge of the criminal justice system. Understanding of Marac protocols.
Regular attendance at Marac and completion of all Marac referrals.
Support Customers to obtain Non Molestation Orders where needed and any other civil remedies available to them.
Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities.
Attending all court and Case Management hearings with or as a representative for clients.
Supporting clients to set personalised goals in the form of a Safety and Support Plan.
Assisting in the recording and reporting of customer incidents.
Creating a safety plan with clients.
Developing productive relationships with partner organisations to improve service outcomes.
Adhering to lone working protocols and maintaining high levels of awareness in relation to the health and safety of yourself and colleagues.
Encouraging customers to attend relevant programmes when appropriate i.e Own My Life.
Ensuring Look Ahead Health and Safety policies and local protocols are adhered to at all times e.g. fire risk assessments, fire alarm checks etc.
Adhering to all other Look Ahead's policies and procedures.
Engaging in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills.
Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the Service Manager.
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:
Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
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
Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organized
Able to apply the right balance of care and support dependant on the needs of the customer
Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour
Ability to adhere to Look Ahead's professional boundaries policy
What you'll bring:
Essential:
Previous experience managing a caseload
Desirable:
IDVA qualification
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.
Hours: Full-time
Remuneration: Up to £32,000 GBP (dependent on experience)
Duration: Permanent
Location: UK-Med Office, Manchester, UK with hybrid working (approximately 30% on-site)
Applications from people with an existing legal right to work in the UK are only accepted.
Are you an organised, proactive professional with a flair for executive support and a passion for making a difference in a leading organisation's operational efficiency?
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.
We are seeking for an Executive Assistant to work closely with our Chief Executive. With a commitment spanning over several decades, we aim to ensure that our operations and strategic initiatives are executed flawlessly, contributing significantly to our mission's success.
In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in enhancing the Chief Executive's effectiveness by providing comprehensive support, managing sophisticated calendar arrangements, and facilitating internal and external communications. Your responsibilities will encompass a broad spectrum of activities from coordinating travel and scheduling to preparing and editing important documents and presentations.
You will also be involved in conducting research and analysis on relevant topics, organising meetings and events, and serving as a liaison to the Board of Trustees. The role demands a high level of discretion and professionalism in managing the Chief Executive's social media presence and supporting donor/funder relations.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in a similar role, demonstrating exceptional organisational, communication, and management skills. Experience in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support-related tasks, with the ability to work independently with little or no supervision, is crucial.
UK-Med offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a dynamic working environment, where you can make a tangible difference through your contribution to our humanitarian efforts. If you're ready to take on this challenging and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from y
How to apply
We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack - Executive Assistant - July 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 Friday 19 July 2024
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.