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Flint House Police Rehabilitation is a registered Charity offering rehabilitation services to ill or injured serving and retired police officers suffering from a wide variety of physical and mental health conditions. Every year we treat over 3,000 police officers. Located just outside Goring on Thames in our beautiful Flint House and set in 20 acres of ancient woodland, this role will play a crucial role in support our mission and ensure the financial sustainability of the Charity.
Supporting the CFO in the day to day financial management of the Charity and working alongside the Finance Assistant this role combines robust financial management along with payroll operations, ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of the Charity’s payroll processes. This generalist role also includes overseeing the production of the monthly management accounts, statutory financial statements, forecast and budgets, quarterly VAT returns, and other statutory returns, including co-ordinating the annual external audit. This role is central to ensuring the Charity’s financial and payroll systems operate seamlessly, maintaining compliance while delivering excellent service to stakeholders.
Principal Accountabilities
Financial Management
- Compile and analyse financial information to prepare financial statements, including monthly and annual accounts.
- Ensure financial records comply with accepted policies and procedures, and all reporting deadlines are met.
- Prepare financial management reports and ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes.
- Contribute to the planning and production of annual statutory accounts, working closely with external auditors.
Compliance and Taxation
- Oversee statutory returns for VAT, Partial Exemption, and other compliance schemes, ensuring adherence to tax regulations and meeting all deadlines.
- Keep updated with changes in accounting and tax legislation affecting the charity sector, implementing necessary changes as required.
Budgeting and Strategic Analysis
- Manage and support budget and forecast activities, analysing financial operations, including revenue, expenditure trends, and financial commitments.
- Regularly report on key performance indicators and recommend strategies for efficient resource use and process improvement.
Payroll Management
- Prepare and run the monthly payroll process, ensuring deadlines are met, and pay, pensions, and statutory deductions (e.g., tax, NI) are accurate and compliant with regulations.
- Maintain and update SAGE Payroll systems, guaranteeing timely and correct payments to employees and external bodies such as HMRC.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all payroll-related queries, offering excellent support to employees and stakeholders.
- Regularly review payroll processes to identify and implement improvements, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
System and Process Development
- Support the development and maintenance of finance systems, improving accounting controls and reconciliation processes to ensure data integrity.
- Proactively review and enhance processes related to payroll, accounting systems, and internal controls.
Other Responsibilities
- Support the CFO in treasury functions and deputize for them as necessary.
- Provide training and guidance to both finance and non-finance colleagues.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Qualified Accountant with a strong background in payroll management.
- Advanced spreadsheet skills and ability to develop robust financial models.
- Demonstrated experience in managing monthly payroll processes and handling confidential information appropriately.
- Proficiency in preparing management accounts, financial statements, forecasts, and budgets.
- Strong communication skills to present financial information and deliver training effectively.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial and payroll systems
Desirable Skills and Knowledge
- Familiarity with SAGE Payroll and Sage Line 50 packages.
- Understanding of regulatory requirements and governance within the charity sector.
- Previous experience with Direct Debit Schemes, Large Donor Programs, and Gift Aid.
Our benefits are competive
Holiday - 36 days p.a. rising by 1 every 5 years to a maximum of 41 days – with the office closed between Christmas and New Year
we also offer :
Pension, Life Assurance,Company Sick Pay, Healthcare Cash Plan, Blue Light Scheme,Gym on site, Lunch, Free parking and a comprehensive EAP program
We intend to interview as suitable candidates apply. Please submit an application form with your CV.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
We regret we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
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Our mission is to deliver world class preventative and rehabilitative care for people in the police service.
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About Us
Justice & Care is a globally recognised organisation at the forefront of the fight against modern slavery and human trafficking. With operations spanning multiple countries, our mission is to rescue and empower survivors, dismantle criminal networks, and drive systemic change. Our work has earned international recognition and continues to deliver transformative impact across vulnerable communities.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated MEAL Advisor to join our Impact Team. This pivotal role involves ensuring the quality and reliability of impact measurement across our global programmes. You will play a key role in developing and refining our monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning processes, helping us remain at the cutting edge of impact measurement in the fight against human trafficking.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Design and implement robust monitoring and evaluation tools, theories of change, and KPIs for a diverse range of programmes.
- Data Management: Ensure the ethical, accurate, and secure collection and analysis of programme data, contributing to continuous improvements in information systems and dashboards.
- Impact Reporting: Produce insightful and high-quality reports for donors, stakeholders, and internal teams, tailored to specific requirements.
- Programme Accountability: Champion accountability to affected populations, ensuring our programmes remain transparent and responsive to those we serve.
- Evaluation Support: Assist with internal and external evaluations, from designing data collection instruments to reviewing and proofing final reports.
- Capacity Building: Provide technical support and training to programme teams, enhancing organisational understanding of monitoring and evaluation practices.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Technical Expertise: Proven experience in monitoring and evaluation, including knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
- Analytical Skills: The ability to synthesise complex data and produce actionable insights.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in data handling and reporting, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities to effectively engage with diverse audiences.
- Adaptability: A collaborative and proactive mindset, with a capacity to work cross-culturally and flexibly.
- Passion and Integrity: A commitment to Justice & Care’s mission and values, with the highest standards of professionalism and ethics.
What We Offer
- Location: Hybrid working arrangement (2–3 days per week in our London office).
- Flexibility: Full-time or part-time options, with the potential for flexible working hours.
- Benefits: Competitive package including private healthcare, workplace pension, and 27 days of annual leave (plus statutory holidays and birthday leave).
Join Our Mission
This role represents a unique opportunity to contribute to life-changing work in the global fight against modern slavery. By delivering actionable insights and driving data excellence, you will play a critical role in ensuring Justice & Care’s programmes deliver maximum impact.
All applicants must currently hold a valid right to work in the UK.
Be part of something bigger. Together, we can end modern slavery.
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Joining Forces to end Modern Slavery
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Community Drug and Alcohol Recovery Services (CDARS) is a charity organisation that provides psychological and social support to drug users and their family members.
As part of this work, it has built a track record of working with service user representatives, service user Councils and networks and service user involvement teams. This includes creating a strong Volunteer, Peer Mentor and Recovery Champion network and supporting them through training, supervision and access to additional personal and professional development areas.
The WCDAS and RCDAS Treatment services, led by South London and Maudsley (SLAM), are a community substance misuse ‘partnership’ service that offers a broad and inclusive range of support and treatment options for those seeking recovery from Substance use. This includes access to medical, psychological, and sustained recovery sessions within the Boroughs of Wandsworth and Richmond.
The Community Involvement Co-Ordinator (CIC) will deliver positive and improved outcomes for service users across both Boroughs. This will include creating solid relationships with other partners within the voluntary and community sector (VSC), including Job Centres, Work programmes, local businesses, and employers, to improve outcomes for service users through enhanced re-integration opportunities within the local Community. Another focus of the post will be to manage the Community Involvement Worker (CIW) , who will work closely with the Manager to recruit, train and nurture peer mentors and service user representatives. This support will aim to build capacity and visible recovery across the boroughs. Both post-holders will help develop, train and nurture meaningful service user involvement through the Service User Council network and its representatives throughout the treatment system.
The post holder will need to work under the directives of the CDARS Wandsworth Management Team, with the objective of facilitating engagement in all aspects of service user involvement. The post holder will be expected to foster and develop good working relationships with staff at all levels within the partnership and establish good working relationships with other agencies, both voluntary and state, within the two Boroughs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join Us at the Diocese of London
The Diocese of London is seeking a passionate and experienced Development and Fundraising professional to work alongside the Head of Development to strengthen and implement our dynamic development and fundraising strategy. As part of the Property and Fundraising directorate, you will help secure the future of our iconic churches—both historic and contemporary—by supporting parishes to create sustainable projects and secure vital funding.
About the Role
In this key role, you will have the unique opportunity to develop innovative projects and identify funding opportunities to restore and rejuvenate churches, supporting their transition to Net Zero Carbon. You will collaborate with parishes to identify potential partnerships with community groups, heritage organisations, local authorities, and funding bodies, ensuring the long-term sustainability of these churches as important community hubs.
As Development Manager, you will:
· Work with parishes to create funding strategies and programmes that support the restoration and sustainability of churches.
· Build and nurture relationships with a diverse range of funding bodies, including local authorities, trusts and foundations, and the National Lottery.
· Work closely with colleagues across the Diocese to embed a culture of entrepreneurship and provide vital support and advice to Incumbents and Parish Church Council (PCC) members.
· Drive place-based funding approaches to deliver projects that benefit both the churches and the communities they serve.
· Manage complex multi-funder profiles for capital projects and activity programmes, ensuring long-term sustainability and impact.
About You
We are looking for an all-round development professional with a proven track record of successfully managing projects with complex multi-funder profiles. You will have:
· Experience in designing and delivering large-scale development projects, ideally within the heritage or community sector.
· A strong understanding of relevant trusts, foundations, and funding bodies, with experience of securing substantial funding for projects.
· A strategic mindset and the ability to think creatively to bring together multiple funding sources and partners.
· Excellent relationship-building skills, with a proven ability to engage a diverse range of stakeholders.
· A passion for historic buildings, community engagement, and sustainability.
Why Join Us?
At the Diocese of London, we are committed to the preservation and development of our churches as places of worship and community activity, providing spiritual engagement and a range of support services, and events. As a member of our Development team, you will play a crucial role in securing the future of our buildings and the communities they serve.
We offer a supportive, collaborative work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. As part of our commitment to work-life balance, we offer hybrid working options where possible
The Diocese of London is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and aim to create a diverse and inclusive working environment.
The benefits of working with us
The LDF offers a supportive working environment, opportunity for career development and the following benefits:
· Competitive remuneration package
· 27 annual leave days to rise to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
· 15% employer pension contribution and salary sacrifice available
· Death in service benefit x3 of basic gross salary
· Enhanced maternity leave of six months full pay, after 12 months’ of employment
· Season ticket loans of public transport
· Access to Benenden Health Insurance
· EAP counselling through Health Assured
· Up to £100 for eye test and contribution to spectacles
· Two additional paid days for community volunteering
You would be joining us at a time when in the middle of last year, we launched our new identity as the Leadership Skills Foundation (previously Sports Leaders UK) alongside a new 5-year ‘Evolve’ strategy. Having navigated the challenges of the pandemic, the organisation has naturally placed an emphasis in recent years on retaining and sustaining the existing relationships we have with the 2,500 organisations (centres) that deliver our programmes.
Looking ahead, with new programmes and partnerships emerging, this role will now play a significant part in helping us expand the network of centres delivering Leadership Skills Foundation programmes and broaden the audiences we reach. Over the next few years, we aim to create an adaptable leadership skill offer that will increase our reach to more young people across, fully establishing the Leadership Skills Foundation as the trusted voice for leadership skills development.
We have ambitions to empower a more diverse range of young people with opportunities to develop essential leadership and life skills, regardless of their background. Having recently secured a strategic partnership with Sport England, this role will play a significant role in activating that programme, leading the co-ordination, engagement and management of local and regional stakeholders to deliver leadership programmes with identified target audiences, groups and individuals.
The role will initially be a fixed term contract (to July 2027) but we aim to secure further funding for the role to extend.
You will act as an influential member of the organisation’s newly established Programme Delivery Team delivering the Programmes and Projects Strategy aimed at supporting growth, reach, and impact of Leadership Skills Foundation programmes among underserved and/or under-represented communities and individuals, which will in turn, benefit thousands of young people across the UK.
This role will require someone with the ability to engage and inspire others, with strong and effective communication skills. You will need to be comfortable working collaboratively as well as independently and want to pro-actively lead on making a positive social difference to the individuals and groups benefitting from our programmes.
Role title: Local Delivery Lead
Reports to: Head of Programme Delivery
Salary: £33,000
Contract: Fixed Term to July 2027 with potential for future funding
Location: Home based with some travel to other locations when required.
Hours: 36 hours typically 8.30 – 16.30. Monday – Friday.
Role summary
Main duties and responsibilities
- Responsibility for co-ordinating, engaging and managing local stakeholders to deliver leadership programmes with identified target audiences, groups and individuals
- Develop a shared understanding of the needs and barriers young people in underserved communities face in accessing leadership skill development and volunteering opportunities.
- Provide support to identified local delivery stakeholders to address and overcome these barriers to engage the target audiences.
- Identify and co-ordinate work with local delivery partners to create and activate local delivery area plans
- With support, develop and oversee the process and distribution of agreed programme delivery funding to local delivery partners
- Deliver training, support and orientation to local delivery partners
- Support identified stakeholders to test adapted leadership skill development programmes and learn from the delivery to inform future delivery.
- Establish a delivery feedback loop to inform the development of learning resources and programmes to overcome the needs and barriers young people in underserved communities face
- Provide opportunities for the research plan, developed by the Programme Delivery Research Team, to be implemented to drive the improvement of strategic, business and operational planning and delivery
- Provide connectivity between your work/engagement with delivery centres and the work of the Business and Market Development Teams
- Capture and share best practice to support the wider adoption across community and partner networks
- Work collaboratively with partners and stakeholders to successfully influence and deliver agreed programme objectives and key results
- Maintain a working knowledge and up to date awareness of the landscape and audiences the Leadership Skills Foundation works with and aspires to work with
Key Relationships
Internal
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Head of Programme Delivery (line manager)
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Programme Delivery Research Manager
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Programme Delivery Research Executive
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Innovation Officers
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Finance Manager
External
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Local delivery centres and partners
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Strategic partners including organisations such as Sport England.
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Research and insight partners
Skills, experience and knowledge
Essential
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Experience of supporting individuals/teams and organisations to deliver projects and programmes.
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Confidence to act as the lead contact point for the local delivery of a funded programme.
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Familiarity with delivering and carrying out operational workplans and working collaboratively with teams to achieve them
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Effective resource management
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Experience of proactively supporting and managing local and regional stakeholder relations.
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Analytical thinking and evaluation skills
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Strong interpersonal, presenting and communication skills with the confidence and ability to adapt styles to different groups.
Desirable
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A proven track record in leading and delivering purpose-driven programmes.
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Experience of collecting and presenting data and insight.
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Experience of supporting programme innovation, development, and design.
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An understanding of the sport and physical activity landscape in the UK.
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Experience of delivering informal education or skill development programmes
Personal qualities
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The ability to engage and inspire others.
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A confident, collaborative individual that wants to lead and make a positive social difference.
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Pro-active with the ability to work on own initiative collaboratively and independently.
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Effective and confident communicator.
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Adaptable to operational requirements with an openness to give and receive constructive feedback as part of a growth mindset.
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A creative, problem solver with a focus on the individuals and groups benefitting from our programmes.
Ability to travel across the UK required
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Legacy & In Memory Direct Marketing Officer
Battersea is here for every dog and cat, and has been since 1860. Our multiple award-winning Income Generation department raises around 60% of the Charity’s total income, allowing us to continue to grow to make sure we can be here for every cat and dog, now and in the future.
We are looking for someone to join our team as a Senior Legacy & In Memory Direct Marketing Officer on a fixed term basis, to deliver Battersea’s Legacy and In Memory marketing and fundraising programme by independently managing multi-channel direct and wider marketing campaigns to recruit and attract new Legacy and In Memory donors.
The ideal candidate would have experience planning, implementing and evaluating direct marketing campaigns across a range of media channels, the ability to analyse results of campaigns and a passion for helping dogs and cats.
Please note that this is a 6-month fixed term contract.
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: 5th December 2024
Interview date(s): 11th / 12th December 2024 (1st round); 18th / 19th December 2024 (2nd round)
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.
We are currently looking for an Finance Manager and Core Teams BP to work with our busy and growing Finance team.
Financial operations and data integrity
- Manage the day-to-day transactional processing and reporting activities of the finance function, including:
- Purchase ledger/accounts payable
- Gift processing
- Charitable spending (grants/contracts/special funds)
- Payments and receipts
- Regular accrual and prepayments
Benefits
- Up to 12% employer pension contributions
- £1000 annual personal development budget
- Annual health and wellbeing personal allowance of £200
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and parental leave pay accessible without length of service requirements.
- Health and wellbeing programme that offers optional free yearly health check-ups.
- Support for healthy eating via fruit bowls and onsite lunch facilities.
- Agile working, flexible hours, and supportive IT kit.
- Shower facilities and bike lock area.
- Generous annual leave (27 days + bank holidays)
- Subsidies for glasses
- Employee Assistance Programme
At Guy’s & St Thomas’ Foundation, we are dedicated to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our work. Cultivating a highly skilled and diverse workforce is pivotal to fulfilling our mission. We strongly encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
- Bank and other account reconciliations
- Corporate credit cards (including card scheme administration) and other staff expenses
- Non-outsourced elements of the payroll process
- Ensure that all transactions are processed accurately and in accordance with agreed processes and timescales.
- Ensure that all transactions are correctly coded in the system, and that any errors are identified and corrected in a timely manner.
- Ensure that agreed controls are applied to the processing of payments and receipts, that payments are made correctly and in accordance with agreed timescales, and that receipts are banked promptly.
- Ensure that VAT is correctly coded in the system and support with the production of VAT returns.
- Have a thorough understanding of the management, maintenance, flow and reconciliation of financial data across multiple systems.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data in the finance systems.
2. Line management
- Effectively line manage the six staff within the Financial Operations sub-team:
- Management Accountant
- Senior Finance Assistant
- 2 x Finance Assistants
- 2 x Gift Processors (activity managed by the Management Accountant)
- Identify clear goals, objectives, and responsibilities for individual team members.
- Ensure that there are effective development plans in place, that regular appraisals are carried out, and any capability and conduct issues are managed effectively.
- Provide coaching and other support to individual team members as required and encourage their professional and personal development.
3. Reporting and insight
- Monitor expenditure against budget, investigate and explain variances, and produce monthly budget holder reports.
- Support budget holders in understanding and monitoring their expenditure.
4. Collaboration
- Provide support to the Financial Planning and Analysis sub-team by the provision of transactional data/information as required.
- Collaborate effectively within the Finance team to enhance performance and ensure alignment with organisational objectives.
- Work with internal/external auditors and other stakeholders are required.
5. Business partnering
- Provision of business partnering support to the Foundation’s core teams (People & Culture, Corporate Communications, and Operations):
- Build, maintain and develop effective relationships with members of the core teams and work closely with them to improve mutual knowledge and financial understanding.
- Develop the business partner role into one that is able to deliver effective financial performance information, support operational decision making, and support the development of a culture of value-for-money within the core teams.
- Work with the Head of Finance/Finance Director where strategic decision support and forward-looking insight/analysis is required.
Knowledge and qualifications
• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified accounting technician (e.g. AAT).
• Understanding of the accounting framework and financial challenges for the charity sector.
• Commercial awareness.
Experience
• Demonstrable experience of managing multiple staff in a busy, transaction focussed team.
• Solid experience of purchase ledger, payment processes and bank reconciliations.
• Demonstrable experience of producing management information.
• Established track record of cultivating successful business relationships and partnerships.
• Some experience within the commercial sector is desirable.
Skills and abilities
• Highly numerate with advanced Excel skills (essential, will be tested).
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills (essential).
• Advanced user of Access Financials, Access Analytics and Access Office Integration (desirable).
Personal attributes
• Self-starter, able to work under own initiative and organise own time to meet deadlines.
• Proactive in building and maintaining robust business relationships.
• Deadline-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in financial matters.
• Flexible, able to work with and contribute to the team.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
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!
Service/Playground Manager
Location: Hayward Adventure Playground, 15 Market Road, Upper Holloway N7 9PL
Organisation: Kids Adventure Playground
Hours: 36 flexible hours per week, including one weekend shift every four weeks during term time
Salary: £35,000 per annum plus benefits
Are you ready to lead with purpose and create unforgettable experiences for children? If you’re passionate about fostering creativity, inclusion, and joy, we want you to bring your talents to Hayward Adventure Playground as our next Service Manager!
About Us
Nestled in the heart of the city, Hayward Adventure Playground is an exciting and inclusive space dedicated to enriching the lives of children and young people ages 6 to 25. Since 1974, we've been a safe haven for exploration, growth, and play, offering everything from after-school clubs to weekend youth programs. Our mission? To build an environment where every child—regardless of ability—feels empowered to thrive.
The Role: Service Manager
As Service Manager, you will be at the helm of a vibrant and dynamic team, shaping a playground that is more than just a play space—it’s a community! This is a fantastic opportunity to lead with impact, overseeing daily operations while crafting a safe, inclusive, and fun environment where children can grow, play, and form lasting memories. Your leadership will directly influence the lives of the young people we serve, ensuring they feel valued and included every step of the way.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead & Inspire: Build and nurture a motivated team, providing training and support to ensure everyone is equipped to deliver exceptional play experiences.
- Champion Safety: As the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), you’ll lead the way in implementing best-in-class safety protocols, safeguarding the well-being of every child in our care.
- Facility Excellence: Oversee the maintenance of the playground, ensuring our facilities and equipment remain safe, clean, and ready for fun!
- Budget & Resources: Manage financial resources, ensuring we hit budget targets while offering a variety of engaging and well-resourced programs.
- Program Development: Collaborate with your team to create inclusive, innovative programs that make every child feel welcomed and valued.
- Community Partnerships: Build strong relationships with local authorities and community organisations to expand our impact and strengthen our role as a vital community asset.
What We’re Looking For:
- Experienced Leader: You bring at least 2 years of experience in childcare, playground management, or a similar setting, and hold a Level 3 qualification or higher.
- Inclusive & Compassionate: You’re dedicated to making every child feel welcome, regardless of background or ability, and are passionate about promoting anti-discriminatory practices.
- Safeguarding Expert: As a DSL, you bring a comprehensive understanding of safeguarding policies and are committed to maintaining the highest standards of child welfare.
- Organised & Dynamic: You thrive in fast-paced environments, expertly managing budgets, programs, and reports while juggling multiple responsibilities.
- Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using Microsoft Office and other tools to streamline administrative tasks and ensure smooth operations.
- Community-Focused: You have a proven track record of working with external partners to enhance the support and resources available to the children and families we serve.
Why Join Hayward Adventure Playground?
Working at Hayward Playground means being part of something bigger than just a job—it’s a chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people. As Service Manager, you’ll have the opportunity to lead a passionate team that creates meaningful, enjoyable experiences for children every day. This is your chance to shape the future of a thriving, inclusive community where every child feels they belong.
Ready to take the next step in your career and help us create an environment where every child can thrive? Apply today and join us in shaping the future of play at Hayward Adventure Playground!
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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!
Join Operation Smile UK as our Senior Acquisition Manager and make a difference in the lives of children. We're searching for a fundraising professional with experience in acquiring new donors through a variety of fundraising channels including Door to Door (F2F), digital fundraising, DRTV, cold mailing and door drops. You'll be responsible for managing a £2.4 million budget and developing innovative strategies to increase individual cash and regular giving support. This role is not responsible for the supervision or direction of staff.
Operation Smile is a global nonprofit specialising in cleft surgery and care. We provide medical training, education and mentorship to surgical teams around the world, along with expertise, research and care through our staff and volunteers, working alongside local governments, nonprofits and health systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and drive recruitment of regular givers and cash givers to grow income and supporter volumes, in a multi-channel programme including Door to Door (F2F), digital fundraising channels, DRTV, cold mailing and door drops.
- Manage relationships with agency partners executing acquisition campaigns on behalf of Operation Smile UK for the betterment of the acquisition programme.
- Lead and execute our door-to-door (F2F) programme with the goal of expanding this form of acquisition fundraising over the coming years.
- Conduct a comprehensive evaluation of OSUK's digital acquisition fundraising program, including the performance of current agencies and consultants. Develop strategic recommendations and a future-focused plan that leverages the expertise of existing or new external partners.
- Full campaign management and execution in line with prescribed deadlines. This includes briefing agencies, sourcing content, managing data, copy development, proofing, briefing stakeholders, training agents, developing campaign analysis and reporting, managing costs and invoice processing.
- Monitor and report on budgets and assist in building future expenditure and income targets. Work as part of the Individual Giving team to reach strategic targets.
- Work closely with the Communications & Digital team, and Individual Giving team to ensure campaigns are in line with brand standards and integrated seamlessly with supporter retention.
- Work closely with the Individual Giving team to constantly refine the newly introduced ‘welcome programme’ aimed at transitioning new donors to retained donors and improving retention rate.
- To work closely with the Senior Database Manager and agency partners to review direct marketing acquisition campaigns and ensure that information is used to maximise income for future campaigns.
- Collaborate with the Senior Database Manager to develop and implement essential Power BI dashboards. Proactively request ad-hoc data analysis to track key acquisition metrics and inform strategic decision-making.
- Introduce new acquisition channels and develop existing ones within KPIs to manage risk and keep fundraising up-to-date within evolving channels.
- To ensure that campaigns are where possible integrated or co-ordinated thematically, creatively and/or by target audience to maximise impact.
- To lead in the training of external agencies, effectively communicating the work of Operation Smile to key representatives.
- Travel to meetings in the UK and overseas where necessary.
Staff Benefits
- Hybrid Working
- Season Ticket Loan
- 1-day additional holiday each year to a maximum of 30 days annual leave
- Additional days off over the Christmas period
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Enhanced maternity and sick pay benefits, subject to length of service
- 6.1% employer pension contribution
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme, a confidential employee benefit designed to help you deal with personal and professional problems that could be affecting your home life or work life, health, and general well-being. The EAP service provides a complete support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7, covering a wide range of issues.
Application Process
Please submit your CV for review. We will be interviewing candidates from the beginning of December (dates to be confirmed). The first interview for this role will be held in person at our UK office.
The full job description and person specification is provided as a PDF with this job advert.
Note: The deadline for applications has been extended until the 18th of December.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £36,500 FTE (£21,900 pro rata)
Location: Working from home (UK) with occasional attendance at events or meetings across the UK including attending meetings in London.
Closing Date: 1 December 2024
Hours: Part-Time (21 hours per week. Requirement to work outside of regular office hours occasionally, as required, with time off in lieu. We are happy to talk flexible working)
Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months)
Reports to: Director of Operations
The Organisation
The Chartered Institute of Fundraising is the membership organisation for professional fundraisers in the UK.
Our values underpin all areas of our work and guide us in all we do:
- Passionate: taking pride in what we do and driven by success.
- Professional: championing and achieving high standards governed by professional integrity.
- Enabling: helping others and empowered to take ownership, find solutions, make decisions and collaborate.
- Enterprising: open to new solutions and committed to delivering where we already excel.
- Respectful: honest and fair, treating everyone with consideration and respect.
The Benefits
- Annual leave starting at 25 days per year, plus 9 Bank Holidays. We also close between Christmas and New Year which is additional time off
- Up to 7.5% employer contributions to our stakeholder pension scheme (after probation ends)
- Enhanced sick pay from day one
- Great work/life balance through flexible and remote-first working
- Support for your health and well-being with an Employee Assistance Programme
- Two days of paid leave annually to volunteer for a registered charity
About the role
The CIOF offers a diverse range of short courses, conferences, webinars, and leadership programmes for fundraisers at all stages of their careers, and we will continue to expand our offer in line with sector needs over time.
Extensive research and input from academics and practitioners has ensured that our suite of professional qualifications are well respected across the sector. We offer the highest quality of teaching from experts in the field and have over 1,800 graduates.
The Qualifications Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring that our qualifications will give fundraisers professional recognition, increased insight, and improved job prospects.
Job Purpose
- Supporting the Director of Operations and working alongside the Professional Development Manager, you will have responsibility for the management of all the Chartered Institute’s existing qualifications.
- You will be responsible for the academic integrity of qualification-related learning products, including responsibility for the assessment and external verification processes.
- You will also be responsible for project managing the rewrite of our Level 4 Certificate and Level 5 Diploma qualifications through a team of experienced tutors.
- You will scope the opportunity to deliver a Level 3 and Level 6 qualification for future release, offering modular options for students.
- In addition, you will contribute to our journey to achieving awarding status from Ofqual and work with the Executive Director of Change on the final stage of our chartered status, achieving the power to award Individual chartered status for fundraisers.
Key Accountabilities
- Provide support to potential, current, and future students including advising on suitable courses and qualifications, assessment, and options for their career path.
- Maintain excellent relationships with the Chief Examiner, External Examiner, and qualification tutors in relation to assignments or examinations.
- Attend the annual Exam Board (and qualification faculty training days) supporting the administration as appropriate.
- Be the key point of contact with external partners for the delivery of apprenticeships including Registered Training Providers, the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA), Ofqual, and the Institute for Apprenticeships.
- Lead on the co-ordination of other continuing professional development activities ensuring alignment with Individual Membership grades.
- Coordinate the assessment and examination processes for all CIOF qualifications.
- Management of all qualification procedures including scheduling, moderation, internal verification, submissions, record keeping, tutor allocation, resubmissions, extensions, appeals, and withdrawals.
- Work with the Professional Development Manager to review the content of our qualifications, online learning, and short courses, ensuring that course materials and all documentation are updated as appropriate.
- In collaboration with the Membership Services Manager and Professional Development Manager, actively seek ways to improve, develop and maintain processes to ensure smooth and efficient procedures relating to professional development activities including but not exclusively to Short Courses, Qualifications, and other learning programmes, e.g. Future Leaders Programme.
- Provide day-to-day support and advice to students and the faculty.
- Provide consistent and effective communications regarding professional development products to key stakeholders.
- Development, management, and monitoring of the Professional Development budget.
- Support the working relationship with the CIOF Learning and Development Committee, and the European Fundraising Association.
- Cross-departmental interaction to ensure qualifications are promoted effectively across multiple channels, ensuring the Membership Services Hub are fully engaged with our products, including cross-promoting our CPD policy and the competence framework to members.
- Liaising with third-party technology suppliers to troubleshoot issues where necessary.
- Co-ordinate effective evaluation, monitoring, and reporting of all courses across the academy; including but not exclusively, to CIOF Qualifications.
- Work with the wider team to ensure approved tutors, trainers, and regional trainers are delivering content of the highest quality.
- Utilise feedback across all CIOF learning products and services to support continuous quality improvements.
- Ensure accurate input of relevant data (notes, actions, agreed plans with members and customers) into the CRM.
- Any other tasks as requested by the Director of Operations
Person Specification
Experience & Skills
- Experience in developing and managing qualifications in an education establishment.
- Experience in working with subject matter experts to maintain and develop learning content.
- Experience in faculty/speaker acquisition and dealing with senior-level people.
- Experience in topic development, research, and copywriting.
- Experience in designing competency frameworks and aligning them with professional development activities.
- Experience working in a customer-facing environment.
- Experience or demonstrable knowledge of the charity sector and/or fundraising, and/or professional associations.
- Experience in using communication systems (email, phone etc.).
- Experience in managing budgets and tracking income and expenditure.
- Experience in using MS Office applications and making the most of our CRM, including analysing reports to drive understanding of learner experience.
- Experience in using Learning Management Systems.
- A confident self-starter with strong organisational and planning skills.
- Strong communication and people skills.
- Effective written skills.
Attributes
- Flexibility and a desire to work in a cooperative, collaborative way with other individuals and teams within the organisation.
- Eye for detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and work on own initiative.
- Able to work under pressure with the ability to find solutions.
- Diplomatic, energetic and unflappable.
- Excellent customer service skills on the phone, in person, and writing.
- An understanding of and commitment to the values of the voluntary sector.
- Willingness to support and engage in ensuring the CIOF is a safe and inclusive place to work.
Reflecting Our Values
Honesty, transparency, and accountability: we will be straightforward and clear about the decisions we make and their impact, explaining our rationale and objectives, and seeking feedback and views from you.
Putting our members first: our work and priorities will be guided through consultation and engagement with our members to embed it in their needs and priorities and ensure it has their interests and values at heart.
Fair, and inclusive: we will proactively engage you to ensure our work supports all staff and is delivered in an inclusive way for all.
Respectful: of your views and listen to what you tell us. Not everyone has the same priorities, but all are deserving of respect and consideration.
Proud and ambitious of you, your work, and the difference you make.
If you would like to discuss access requirements or have any questions about the role, please contact us directly.
The Chartered Institute is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We particularly welcome applications from those who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as disabled people and individuals from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities.
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!
We are recruiting two Mentoring Project Officers to support the Project Manager in delivering our high-quality 1-year Mentoring Programme that supports young carers aged 14-16 to achieve goals tailored to their needs. Each cohort will be delivered through a combination of 1:1 mentoring and monthly groups with a maximum of 8 mentees and 2 mentors. The programme aims to help the mentees improve their educational attainment, identify routes into further and/or higher education and apprenticeships, increase independence skills, build confidence, access appropriate services, reduce isolation and build resilience.
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about supporting young carers to reach their full potential. We do not expect you to have direct experience of mentoring nor working with young carers but we do expect you to have empathy, good listening skills and a strong knowledge of the needs and common challenges of young people aged 14-16 with a desire to make a real difference in their lives.
You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong partnerships with community organisations and to generate and maintain steady referrals to the programme. You will be required to assess young carers’ needs and in conjunction with the other Mentoring Project Officer, deliver one-to-one and group support to the mentees, carefully monitoring their progress. Further to this, you will be responsible for responding to safeguarding concerns and maintaining strong professional boundaries.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those with a lived experience of having caring responsibilities. If you think you have the skills and experience to be one of our new Mentoring Projects Officers, we would love to hear from you.
The job description as described will be reviewed on a regular basis to respond to any changing needs of the post.
Main duties and responsibilities
Partnerships and Referrals
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To work with schools, local carer services and community organisations to create and develop referral and access pathways into and out of the mentoring programme and to promote the programme as widely as possible.
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To ensure partners are kept up to date with information about the mentoring programme and are supported to make referrals on an ongoing basis
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Provided consent is gained, to report back to the referral organisations to highlight progress that is achieved through the mentoring programme as well as any challenges.
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To set up and deliver regular school outreach sessions to generate referrals
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To represent YCDT an any relevant external networking meetings
Young Carer Assessments and Support
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To carry out thorough assessments of young carers referred to YCDT to understand their support needs in order to provide appropriate mentoring.
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To explain the Mentoring Programme to young carers who may have never heard of the term ‘mentoring’ before.
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To build relationships of trust with the young carers so that they can inform you of any problems arising within the mentoring sessions and so that you can effectively track their progress.
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To provide between 4-6 one-to-one mentoring sessions for each mentee.
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To deliver 6 x monthly group work sessions for each mentee with an anticipated total of 16 cohorts per annum.
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At the end of each group work cohort to jointly deliver a celebration activity.
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To transport young carers to and from each group work session and celebration event.
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To keep in contact with your mentees throughout their mentoring to ensure they are being supported effectively and are happy with their mentoring sessions.
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With each mentee, to write a support plan upon completing the programme to identify continued community support.
Monitoring and Evaluation
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To ensure our Lamplight CRM is up to date and has accurate information, including updating case notes and safeguarding concerns in a timely manner.
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To ensure you and the other mentor complete session reports after each mentoring session and complete an Outcomes Star at the initial assessment, midway through the mentoring and upon completion.
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To monitor and evaluate the service, including gathering and uploading data from evaluation forms and surveys.
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To attend regular supervisory sessions with the Service Manager and produce verbal/written reports on the programme as appropriate.
Other Duties
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In conjunction with the Service Manager, support the delivery of an annual Young Adult Carer Aspirations Conference.
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To jointly design and develop the group work sessions and adapt to feedback as needed.
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To process all expenses, invoices and receipts in line with financial management systems and adhere to budgets in line with funding requirements.
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To act at all times in compliance with all policies and procedures of YCDT and ensure systems are managed in line with GDPR.
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To undertake training relevant to the job in order to keep up to date with issues relevant to providing good service for young carers and our partners.
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To undertake any other appropriate duties relevant to the post.
Further Information
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You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this job
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You will need to hold a full, clean driving licence and have use of a car
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You must adhere to YCDT’s Equal Opportunities at all times
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Your employment at YCDT is subject to two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check
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There is a 3-month probation period for this role
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In your supporting statement, please demonstrate how you meet the person specification of this post and explain why you would like to work for YCDT
Person Specification
Skills and Experience - Essential / Desirable (E or D)
Working with young people
Experience of supporting young people’s education and personal development (E)
Experience of mentoring and/or working in the education system (D)
Communication skills, training and outreach
Strong communication skills including listening skills and empathy (E)
Excellent IT skills, the ability to use spreadsheets, databases and emails effectively (E)
Full driving licence and own transport and willing to travel across the region (E)
Confident speaking to professionals and ability to promote service (E)
Experience delivering group work sessions (D)
Programme Management
Excellent programme management, planning and coordination experience (D)
Experience of monitoring and evaluating programmes effectively (D)
Highly competent in prioritising workloads, with strong organisational skills (E)
Knowledge
Good knowledge of the education system and accessing educational opportunities (D)
Knowledge and understanding of the issues faced by young carers (D)
Knowledge of support organisations and potential referral partners (D)
Good knowledge of safeguarding practices (E)
Personal attributes
Ability to work within a team as well as independently (E)
Committed to YCDT’s mission, vision and values (E)
Sound judgement, able to overcome challenges in a calm and professional manner (E)
Highly motivated with energy and determination to achieve great results (E)
Trustworthy, non-judgmental, caring, proactive, self-motivated and hardworking (E)
Please send your CV with supporting statement addressing the person specification together with the completed additional information section (copy and paste to bottom of CV)
Inspiring and empowering Young Carers to fulfil their potential
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About SafeLives
We are SafeLives, the UK-wide charity dedicated to ending domestic abuse, for everyone and for good.
Last year alone, 14,000 professionals received our training. Over 80,000 adults at risk of serious harm or murder and more than 100,000 children received support through dedicated multi-agency support designed by us and delivered with partners. In the last six years, over 4,000 perpetrators have been challenged and supported to change by interventions we created with partners, and that’s just the start.
Together we can end domestic abuse. Forever. For everyone.
The Role
The Drive Partnership works across the domestic abuse specialist sector, public sector partners and beyond to develop sustainable, national systems in England and Wales that respond effectively to all perpetrators of domestic abuse. In this key role, the Senior Project Management Support Officer will be responsible for supporting the effective project management of a number of our projects and providing administrative support for the wider Drive Partnership Teams.
As a member of the Project Management Office (PMO) a key element of this will be supporting the Drive team and Drive Partnership organisations – SafeLives and Respect, with development and delivery of training products to support workforce development in the perpetrator services sector.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Contract: Fixed term for 2 years (with possibility of extension).
Location: SafeLives Bristol or London office, with flexible home working (with travel to London and Bristol offices, and Drive sites, as required).
Benefits
- 34 days' holiday incl. public holidays
- Flexible working e.g. compressed hours
- Cycle to work scheme
- Eye care vouchers
- Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution
- Childcare vouchers
- Employee assistance programme
- Clinical supervision
- Holiday purchase scheme to buy up to an additional 5 days
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Enhanced sick pay
- Professional development fund
- Individual learning budget
- Restorative practice training
- Time off in lieu
If this challenge sounds as exciting to you as it does to us and you believe you have the qualities we have described, please take a look over the job description and submit a 500-word cover letter and CV.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 9th December 2024.
SafeLives is a committed provider of equal opportunities for all; please see our job description for full details.
No agencies, please.
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!
Job Title: Recruitment and HR Operations Manager
Reporting to: Head of People
Line Managing: People Officer and People Administrator
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (dependent on experience)
Contract type: Full time (37.5 hours)
About The Felix Project
The Felix Project is London's biggest food redistribution charity and the largest end-to-end food redistribution charity in Europe.
The Felix Project is a dynamic, ambitious charity working to make London a city where no one goes hungry and good food is never wasted.
We rescue high quality, fresh and nutritious food that cannot be sold from nearly 500 suppliers including supermarkets, wholesalers, farms, restaurants and delis. We sort and deliver this food to charities, schools and community projects supporting London’s most vulnerable people.
This year we expect to rescue 13,000 tonnes of food to redistribute to more than 1,000 London frontline charities and primary schools in every borough of London. That’s enough food to make more than 30 million meals.
The Felix Project is growing fast in response to huge demand. Set up in 2016, we now have around 160 staff working alongside 8,500 volunteers. We have four main operating depots spread across London - in Deptford, Enfield, Park Royal and Poplar. We’re committed to ensuring our different teams work hand-in-hand, so our main hot-desking spaces are built into these depots.
Alongside our large-scale, depot-based operations we have green ‘point-to-point' food redistribution projects in central London and Canary Wharf. In Poplar, we operate a commercial Kitchen which uses surplus food to cater for up to 5,000 individual meals per day.
Purpose of the Job
The Recruitment and HR Operations Manager will report direct to the Head of People and lead the end-to-end recruitment and HR operations for our organisation. This role combines the strategic elements of recruitment with operational HR responsibilities, including payroll oversight, HR systems management, and occasionally employee relations support. This role will be line managing the People Officer and People Administrator, who will provide support on the below functions.
Duties and Accountabilities
Recruitment
- Ensure that end-to-end recruitment is completed for roles across all levels of the organisation; including creating recruitment campaigns and plans
- Overseeing job board accounts
- Develop and execute innovative talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain top talent.
- Partner with department managers to understand their hiring needs and provide guidance throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
- Manage relationships with external recruitment agencies as needed to support hiring goals.
HR Operations
- Oversee HR operations to ensure efficient and compliant HR processes, including payroll processing, benefits administration, and employee record maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with relevant employment laws and internal policies.
- Drive improvements in HR processes and systems to increase efficiency and effectiveness within the team.
- Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure a seamless employee experience.
Payroll Management
- Oversee payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely payroll distribution.
- Coordinate with the Finance Department and the People Officer to resolve payroll-related issues.
- Ensure compliance with all payroll-related legal requirements and organisational policies.
HR Systems and Database Oversight
- Oversee databases, ensuring data integrity and security
- Ensure external website, intranet, and SharePoint HR pages are updated and contain most up-to-date information.
Other
- Provide support for ER cases as needed, collaborating with the HR Advisor to ensure fair and consistent application of policies.
- Support the Learning and Development Advisor in development and administration function of training of our staff
- Support HR leadership in fostering a positive workplace culture
- Any other duties as directly by the senior leadership team.
What you’ll get in return
You will be working in an upbeat, innovative charity with strong vision, ambition and a fantastic culture and leadership team. This role is hybrid but there will be travel expected to our Park Royal, Enfield, Deptford, Poplar depots and Canary Wharf Office. The salary is £35,000 to £40,000 per annum, 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. You will be able to further develop your skills through training opportunities if and when required.
Recruitment timeline
We will be assessing candidates and arranging interviews as applications come in, so please apply as soon as possible, to avoid missing out on this opportunity.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave per annum (+ bank holidays) plus up to 5 days additional leave for length of service.
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave.
- Birthday day off.
- Access to benefit platform for a wide range of discounts on everyday spends plus gym discounts.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Employee assistance programme including 24 Hour GP helpline.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Opportunity for free meals whilst working at our depots.
- After work activities such as Felix’s softball team, running club and cycling club
We deliver this surplus food to charities and schools so they can provide healthy meals and help the most vulnerable in our society.
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MediCinema Manager
Reports to: National Cinema Manager
Manages: Deputy Manager, nurses and volunteers
Location: Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle
Terms: 35 hours per week (5 days)
Benefits: 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays + 5% employer pension contribution
About MediCinema
MediCinema is a unique national, UK registered charity that improves the wellbeing and enriches the quality of life of NHS patients, their families and carers through the power of the shared cinema experience and the magic of film. We achieve this by building and running cinemas in hospitals and places of care equipped with space for beds, wheelchairs and medical equipment, and providing free films and activities for patients of all ages. Our services help to improve emotional, mental and physical health, reducing isolation, anxiety and stress, and increasing patient resilience to help them cope with what they’re going through.
Our purpose-built in-hospital cinemas are designed to accommodate patients in hospital beds and wheelchairs, on drips or with monitors. Patients are looked after by trained volunteers who accompany them to and from the cinemas, and by two nurses who are present at each inpatient screening. In addition to our regular inpatient screenings, in 2023 we introduced new Tailored Screenings for specific patient communities, working closely with the patients and clinical teams to co-design experiences that meet the specific needs of each group. We also routinely hold personal screenings for patients who are unable to mix with other patients, are receiving palliative care or are in other sensitive situations. Through our long-standing strategic partnership with Disney, we also design and provide activities on wards and in the MediCinemas as part of our ‘Moments that Matter’ (MTM) programme.
The Role
We are looking for a Cinema Manager to build and run our Newcastle MediCinema, supporting patients in the Great North Children’s Hospital and the Royal Victoria Infirmary.
The post-holder will work closely with the part-time Deputy Cinema Manager (with additional support from our north-east Senior Cinema Manager), their team of nurses and volunteers, the hospital, and with central office operations team to prepare for and run successful film screenings each week.
We will run four regular inpatient screenings each week, which are mainly evenings and weekends. There will also be a programme of additional Tailored and Personal screenings on top of these four regular inpatient screenings.
The role offers a unique, exciting and extremely rewarding opportunity for someone interested in a service delivery role at the heart of our charity, involving direct contact with the patients and families we support.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
The role of the Cinema Manager is essential to ensure the effective delivery of our service. Based at Newcastle Royal Victoria Infirmary the role is responsible for all operational aspects of the service. This includes ensuring screenings happen on schedule and as planned, recruiting and managing volunteers and nurses, and developing links with hospital staff to ensure the service is widely advertised and utilised.
The position would be part of the larger cinema managers team (all of whom operate remotely at various hospital sites) and report to the National Cinema Manager who is based in our central office in London. This position would suit someone who is self-motivated, wants a varied and interesting role and has an interest in film, healthcare and helping to improve people’s wellbeing.
MediCinema is a small team and staff members are expected to support each other and share cross-organisational work in addition to fulfilling individual responsibilities.
The Person
We are looking for a high energy, enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who is passionate about helping people and delivering impactful and effective services. They should be a warm, welcoming and positive person who can demonstrate the following skills and qualities:
- Strong organisational skills with a good attention to detail.
- A proactive, resourceful, problem-solving approach.
- An ability to work both on their own and as part of a team.
- Experience in using IT and an ability to quickly learn and understand new systems and technology. Please note full training on ingesting films and running the projection equipment will be provided so direct projection experience, while beneficial, is not required.
- Excellent communication skills and an ability to caringly and openly relate to and build relationships with a wide variety of people, from children, family members, volunteers and centre staff.
- Flexibility and adaptability, and enjoyment of a working environment where no two days are the same.
- Demonstrate tact and sensitivity when dealing with people with a variety of needs and be aware of issues relating to confidentiality and safeguarding.
- Interest in healthcare, wellbeing and/or film & cinema.
- A sense of humour and congenial demeanour to help patients and families feel at ease and enjoy their MediCinema experience.
Please note the role will require an Enhanced DBS check, which we will arrange.
How to Apply
If you have a passion for health, wellbeing, film and the arts, and are a driven, highly-organised, compassionate and enthusiastic individual, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a covering letter telling us what appeals to you about this role and what makes you a strong candidate (no longer than one side of A4).
Please note applications will be anonymised.
· Closing date for applications: Midday, 2nd December 2024
· Online initial interviews: w/c 9th December 2024
· In person second-round interviews: 16th & 17th December 2024
MediCinema are an equal opportunities employer and an accredited Living Wage Foundation employer.
We provide cinema experiences inside hospitals to support the emotional, physical and mental health of NHS patients.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Youth Mental Health Project Coordinator
Brighter Futures Together is looking for a dedicated and passionate Project Co-ordinator to lead our Bucks Young Mental Health Champions (YMHC) programme.
Position: Young Mental Health Champions Project Co-ordinator (internal title)
Salary: £14,996 per annum (£30,000 FTE)
Location: Marlow and surrounding areas
Hours: Part-Time, 20 hours per week
Closing Date: Sunday, 15 December 2024 (midnight)
Interview: Friday 20th December 2024 in Marlow
About the Role:
As Youth Mental Health Project Co-ordinator you will work within an innovative peer-education project that empowers 13–18-year-olds to tackle mental health challenges, improve wellbeing, and create change within their communities.
You’ll oversee the planning, delivery, and evaluation of the programme, supporting young people to gain accredited qualifications and develop vital skills. Your work will directly contribute to the programme’s growth and sustainability, ensuring its positive impact continues for years to come.
Key Responsibilities:
• Plan, coordinate, and deliver the YMHC programme, including facilitating training sessions and workshops.
• Recruit and support young people to become Youth Mental Health Champions.
• Collaborate with schools, colleges, and community organisations to establish YMHC teams.
• Evaluate programme impact, ensuring participation and quality targets are met.
• Support young people in completing accredited qualifications, such as the RSPH Level 2 and Youth Mental Health First Aid.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including health, education, and mental health agencies.
• Help secure funding to ensure the programme's sustainability.
About You:
You’re will be an experienced youth practitioner with a proven track record in education facilitation, training, or workshop delivery. Organised, self-motivated, and thrive in fast-paced environments. Your skills in project coordination and stakeholder engagement will ensure the success of this programme.
Key skills and attributes include:
• Strong organisational and project management abilities
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience of designing and delivering training/group programmes for diverse groups of young people, including development of materials, including workshop/session plans, presentations, assessments and multimedia resources
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusivity, and youth development
About the Organisation:
Brighter Futures Together is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to boosting young people’s mental health and wellbeing. Based in Marlow, we deliver innovative projects and provide training and consultancy to the youth sector. Our work is driven by a commitment to creating brighter days for children and young people, filled with empathy, opportunity, and hope.
Other Roles You May Have Experience of Could Include: Youth Mental Health Worker, Youth Practitioner, Community Programmes Manager, Youth Engagement Officer, Project Manager – Youth Services, Outreach Worker, Youth Programme Coordinator, Mental Health Trainer, Youth Worker, Wellbeing Officer, or Peer Education Facilitator. #INDNFP