Project Jobs

Role Purpose:

To support and develop our peer mentor, volunteers, and lead on implementing recovery, and wellbeing focussed activities within an allocated locality of Essex.

Establish, develop, and maintain strong and effective partnerships within the community to promote and embed the Futures Together service.

To work in collaboration with the criminal justice element of the Futures Together service to support people with complex and multiple needs.

Innovate, implement, and facilitate recovery, and social inclusion groups within South and West Essex.

To complete administrative tasks including database maintenance, maintenance of accurate client’s information.

Be able to work in a fast-paced service and be flexible to changes plans at short notice.

 Your Rewards

• Starting salary of £24,250, plus a £3000 market supplement, along with the opportunity to access potential yearly salary increments dependant on yearly appraisal.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays pro-rata, (increasing each year to a maximum of 30 days)
• Benefits including season ticket loan, pension scheme and life assurance.
• Support through occupational sick pay, eye-care vouchers and regular wellbeing talks and activities.
• Continuous training and career development via PXL our dedicated learning management system 
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme including telephone and online access.
• A rewarding role with the opportunity to help us support people on their journey to recovery and change their lives for the better.
• We’ll ensure you get all the support you need to thrive and succeed in your role and find your place amongst our incredible and collaborative team.

About Phoenix Futures
Phoenix Futures Group is a charity with over 50 years’ experience and a leading provider of drug and alcohol treatment.

Our values are what define us and ensure we work to the highest standards. We believe in being the best, we are passionate about recovery, we value our history and use it to inform our future.

We work with local authorities, other charities and service providers across the country to deliver innovative programmes and projects that change lives for the better, setting people on the path to health and emotional wellbeing.

We provide a diverse range of services, our expertise in psychosocial treatment and support is the common thread that runs through everything we do. People need psychological interventions, social support, meaningful use of time, sense of purpose and a place of safety to sustain their recovery. At our core, we support people, families, and communities to recover from drug and alcohol dependency.

The Baytree Centre (registered charity no 1175145) is a women and girls social inclusion project based in the heart of Brixton, working to support local women and girls from some of the most deprived wards in Lambeth. 

Inspired by Catholic Social Teaching and in response to local needs we offer programmes that include skills development (employability, language), 1-1 coaching & mentoring, welfare support and creative & academic activities that build confidence and self-esteem, promote aspirations, broaden horizons and opportunities.  We aim to help our beneficiaries improve life chances for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Our Facilities and Reception Team is currently composed of an Operations & Facilities Manager, a Morning Receptionist and a Youth & Family Coordinator Receptionist. The mission of our team is to ensure that the Baytree Centre is a “Safe and Welcoming” place for all. We are looking for an afternoon receptionist to help us in our mission.

The Afternoon Receptionist is responsible for ensuring the security and identification of all girls, parents/guardians, and volunteers entering the premises during the after-school youth activities as well as efficiently managing reception and answering enquiries with the support of the Youth & Family Support coordinator. 

Key Duties & Responsiblities:

• Manage reception

• Lock up centre every day during term time

• Provide some ad-hoc administrative support for facilities management and youth service (e.g. update facilities posters around the building etc.)

Knowledge & Experience:

The ideal candidate can demonstrate that they:

• Have experience working in a client-facing role
• Have experience working with and/or around children
• Understand and have experience of safeguarding and health & safety procedures and practices
• Have a good standard of English (written and spoken) for taking messages and dealing with visitors, callers and service-users
• Are IT Literate and comfortable using Microsoft Office Suite especially Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Teams
• Can deal confidently with all visitors, students and staff and know how to be diplomatic and patient as well as assertive and firm as needed
• Can deal courteously with all visitors, students and staff and are friendly and helpful and always greet visitors with a smile
• Are efficient, practical, proactive and able to stay calm under pressure to ensure that the Baytree Centre is always “Safe & Welcoming” especially during busy afternoons
• Are careful, organised and pay good attention to detail

Please see the attached document for the full job description and person specification. 

This post is restricted to women only as a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9 paragraph 1, Equality Act 2010. 

At Ambitious about Autism, we're currently looking for a Graphic Designer to join our External Affairs team.

You'll lead and manage the development of Ambitious about Autism's brand look and feel, maintaining a clear set of brand guidelines and acting as brand guardian. You'll lead on producing designed collateral as required, responding to artwork requests and managing the visual look and feel of any designed resources.

You'll manage the production process of design briefs, ensuring that projects are delivered on-time and to a high quality. You'll contribute to the development and production of animated and video content, as well as providing support for colleagues producing their own materials, checking artwork for accuracy, quality and consistency with our brand.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Extensive experience of working in an artwork or design role.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of working with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience in developing a range of digital and print assets, as well as web design best practices.
• Experience in producing materials in a range of accessible formats.

When applying, please include a link to your portfolio at the top of your cover letter. Alternatively, please upload your portfolio as an attachment.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Chief Executive Officer

Repton Community Trust

35 hrs per week (Hybrid working)

Salary £39,000-£42,000

Are you a dynamic, resourceful and impact driven leader looking to make a difference in the Borough of Ashford and Rural Rother? Do you also have the commercial acumen to lead a thriving community centre and the community development experience to understand what matters to people and design impactful programmes lead by community members.

Repton Community Trust is an innovative and growing enterprise. Our vision is to ‘Put the Heart in Communities’. We are a leading provider of projects to address food insecurity in the area. Since our launch over six years ago we have built strong and deep relationships across Ashford and more recently have grown some services into East Sussex. 

We are looking for an inspirational person to lead our established team of staff and volunteers, to springboard from the amazing foundations already in place and take Repton Community Trust on the next stage of its successful journey.

Our successful candidate will be highly motivated, passionate about working with communities and equally comfortable negotiating with senior stakeholders as rolling up their sleeves and running community events. They will have a proven track record in securing grant funding from a range of sources and managing the high-quality delivery of multiple grant funded programmes. 

We are an ambitious organisation and have big plans for the future. We have beautiful facilities in a thriving community and established, credible relationships with communities and key stakeholders.

If you feel that this role is for you, we would love to hear from you. 

Who are Repton Community Trust

·Our thriving community centre has had more than 100,000 visitors since we opened in 2018.

·We opened Kent’s first community fridge in 2019.

·Our innovative Peoples Pantry and 24-hour food lockers supported thousands of people during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020/21.

·We opened our first community shop (social supermarket) in 2022.

·We expanded our services to include a mobile shop reaching rural communities in Ashford and Rural Rother in 2023.

·We rescue on average 0.75 tonnes of food per month in 2024.

Senior Finance Business Partner (Technology, Transformation and Corporate) (2081)

Location: UK Office (with flexibility to work from home within our hybrid working arrangements)

Hours: 36 hours per week (part - time or job share considered)

Salary: £49,601 - £58,940 FTE

Job Type: Fixed Term

Closing Date: 17 July 2024

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

Are you a fully qualified Accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent)?

Do you have proven senior stakeholder management skills, including effective influencing and managing differences of opinion?

Do you have experience in team building, actively managing the performance of others and helping people to develop, grow and achieve their potential?

If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you.

The Role:

Reporting to the Deputy CFO FRAP, this is a pivotal finance role to the divisions it supports as it oversees the finance business partnering activities to Technology and Transformation and our Corporate Functions. You will lead a team of finance business partners including providing insights, financial oversight and financial guidance on strategic short- and long-term planning to support decision making and the achievement of the division’s operational objectives. This role also provides oversight and financial advice for large transformation projects and investment decision-making, working closely with the Transformation and project teams on business cases and providing oversight for the financial results of these projects after going live.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a candidate who cares about Oxfam's mission to end poverty and is personally aligned to our feminist principles and values of empowerment, accountability and inclusion in all you do.

An ideal candidate for the role will also be / have:

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent).
• Proven senior stakeholder management skills, including effective influencing and managing differences of opinion.
• Experience in team building, actively managing the performance of others and helping people to develop, grow and achieve their potential, including increasing diversity and inclusion in teams and/or workplaces.
• Experience in leading through change and improvement programmes.
• Able to demonstrate the ability to successfully generate trust and value the knowledge and expertise of others across all levels of the organisation.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and reporting standards.
• Very strong financial analysis and presentational skills and experience in designing and implementing forecasting models and tools.
• Strong systems thinking, as the role will entail collaborating with others in the delivery of change and integrating elements that have historically been managed completely separate.

We offer:

We offer a competitive salary and a range of additional benefits to staff including flexible working options, generous pension scheme, annual leave, additional leave allowances, company sick pay, life assurance and a range of other benefits.

From the day you join Oxfam we invite you to stretch and learn in your role. Our wide range of Learning & Development opportunities includes in-house courses, e-learning modules, on-the job learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and much more.

You can read more about all Oxfam has to offer here.

Flexfam:

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. We think this role would work particularly well as a full-time, part-time or job share working arrangements.

How to apply:

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and Cover Letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

About us

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

A thriving diverse Oxfam:

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today.

To do that:

• We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
• We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
• We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

About Us

Barnham and Eastergate Community Trust is a Charitable Incorporate Organisation (CIO). The objectives of the Trust are to establish and run community hall and recreation facilities to promote for the benefit of the inhabitants of the Parish of Barnham and Eastergate the provision of facilities for recreation or other leisure time occupation of individuals who have need of such facilities or for the public at large in the interests of social welfare and the object of improving the conditions of life of said inhabitants.

Are you a self-motivated individual with experience of managing successful business/charitable development?.  If so then this new role in our organisation might be the opportunity one for you to consider.  Flexible working hours, including some weekend working, plus the ability to work from home occasionally are on offer. We are looking for someone with experience of developing business plans, manging and monitoring financial forecasts and with extensive staff management experience.  In addition the ability and experience of specific project delivery, unlocking funding opportunities in a not for profit, community led industry is desirable.

Main Aim of the role

• A developmental and leadership role which will be a high profile in the community which will:

-  Deliver a Business Plan based on a Strategic Plan, Fundraising Plan and annual budget

 - Demonstrate that the Business Plan has the commitment of BECT staff and is fully funded from income reserves and fundraising

-  Demonstrate that BECT is meeting all of its social enterprise objectives

-  Continue to develop the established strategic partnership with Barnham and Eastergate Parish Council

• Recruitment and management of all staff, including annual appraisals and pay reviews

• Build relationships with key stakeholders in the community

• Build an effective working relationship with the Chair of the Board of Trustees and other Trustees

• Maintain a system of governance through working with the Secretary and Finance Officer of the Trust

• Provide regular reports to the Board of Trustees

• Ensure the organisation’s staff and volunteers are focused on achieving the aims of the Trust

• Monitor potential sources of grant funding and where appropriate submit bids

• Manage and support the Hall Manager’s in obtaining best value for money in terms of contracts for the operation of the two Halls.

• Ensure the Licence to Operate agreement with Barnham and Eastergate Parish Council for Barnham Community Hall is managed on an ongoing basis through liaison with the Clerk to the Parish Council.

Service Manager

This is an exciting opportunity for a Service Manager to join Depaul UK, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering vulnerable young people aged 16-24 in our innovative Camden Kaleidoscope project.

Position: Service Manager

Location: Camden

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 per week

Salary: £37,880 per annum inclusive of Inner London Weighting plus pension and benefits

Closing Date: Sunday 14th July – we are doing interviews on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

Interview date: Wednesday 17th July

About the Role

Camden Kaleidoscope, located in London, is an innovative, specialist-supported accommodation service focusing on mental health and complex needs. As a Service Manager you will lead a dedicated team to provide trauma-informed mental health support to young people between ages 16-24, an understanding and/or experience of trauma-informed practice would be advantageous. In addition, you’ll manage and develop a dedicated staff team including mental health support workers, volunteers and students so previous experience in line management and working in Mental Health accommodation services (or equivalent) will be required.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the process of continuous improvement for the service following Depaul UK’s annual project review and year planning cycle.
• Collaborate with external agencies to ensure coordinated and client-centred service delivery.
• Manage financial, IT, and building resources effectively per Depaul UK’s policies.

About You

You will have experience in managing a service in a support setting with a focus on continuous improvement in working with young people with complex mental health needs.

You will need to have the following skills and experience:

· Experience and/or understanding of trauma-informed practice

· Experience in managing and working in Mental Health Accommodation Projects.

· Experience in managing partnerships with mental health and other professionals.

· Experience in managing budgets and expenditures.

In return for working here, you will receive:

· A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role

· Commitment to continued professional development with internal mentoring.

· Flexible working model for suitable roles.

· Supportive flexitime and toil arrangements.

· 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years’ service.

· Family friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.

· Financial wellbeing offering interest free loans and advances

· Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service

· Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.

· Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans.

· Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.

· Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More​

· International Accident Cover – accidental death, permanent ​disability

· Death in service (4x Base salary)

· Legal Advice line

About the Organisation

Depaul UK delivers a wide range of support and housing services for young people and adults at risk of homelessness. We specialise in the provision of services that prevent homelessness, increase the resilience of those we work with and energise opportunities for employment, education, training and volunteering in the communities we work within. Our organisation reaches from Newcastle to London, Greater Manchester and Milton Keynes.

You may have experience in areas such as such as: Service Manager, Case Worker, Specialist Service Manager, Project Leader, Service Leader. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

The Schools and Youth Engagement Coordinator will support the delivery of our Trees in Schools Programme and Youth Programme.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Trees for Schools programme aims to transform urban school grounds into leafy green oases for both the children of today and for future generations. Our award-winning work in schools is delivery-focused and involves transforming school grounds into greener and healthier places to be. Specialising in innovative design, high-quality planting and landscaping, and inclusive engagement of the school community.

This role involves creating and maintaining tree-planting projects, climate-adapted gardens and food-growing projects with pupils and supporting teaching staff to embed outdoor learning through trees and green spaces into the school curriculum. The coordinator will deliver school tree planting and educational workshops and other activities.

The coordinator will also support the delivery of our growing UK wide youth programme, engaging young people through educational workshops, tree planting, maintenance events and remote youth advisory and research panels.

ABOUT TREES FOR CITIES

TREES FOR CITIES IS AN AMBITIOUS, FAR-REACHING ORGANISATION.

Trees for Cities is the only charity that focuses on planting, protecting and promoting urban trees across the UK and overseas. We are a rapidly growing and developing organisation that suits ambitious, dedicated and passionate staff.

We are looking for an energetic and organised individual to coordinate our school and youth engagement activities and support our urban forest projects and initiatives. This involves planning, delivering and reporting back on engaging and enjoyable planting, maintenance and educational workshops for schools and educational partners, community groups, and the general public.

The role is public-facing, so we are looking for confident and adaptable communicators who are comfortable and experienced in engaging with children, young people, wider school communities and the general public about what we do at Trees for Cities.

We seek an individual who is happy to work hands-on outdoors in all weathers at a variety of locations, and over some weekends, with TOIL (time off in lieu), as well as being comfortable working indoors in an office environment.

We have roles available for people with varied relevant experience and a willingness to learn more. In return, we offer a warm and supportive team, on-the-job training and personal career planning.

Trees for Cities is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. We value diversity and are committed to promoting diversity within the workplace. We aim to ensure that our employees achieve their full potential and that all employment decisions, including recruitment, are taken without reference to irrelevant or discriminatory criteria. A full copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy can be provided on request.

HOW TO APPLY

Please visit our website to view the full job description. To apply, please send your CV and supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) outlining why you are interested in the role and your fit with the Person Specification with the subject heading 'Schools and Youth Engagement Coordinator'.

Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, you must therefore have a valid right to work in the UK to apply.

The deadline to apply is: 21st July
Interviews are scheduled for: 29th July- 1th August

If you are shortlisted for interview, you will normally be contacted within two weeks after applying. If you do not hear from us within this period then you should assume that on this occasion you have not been selected for interview.

Trees for Cities is the first UK environmental organisation to have been awarded social value certification. Trees for Cities is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No: 1032154.

Previous applicants need not reapply.

Are you an influential, analytical and ambitious individual with excellent leadership skills and a proven record of working in homelessness or social justice? Do you have experience of service delivery and project planning, budget setting and management, and stakeholder engagement? If so, consider moving to Shelter as our new Strategic Lead for Sheffield and you could soon be making a real difference to people affected by the housing emergency.

This role is being advertised as Housing and Homelessness Strategic Lead but on appointment your job title will be Strategic Lead.

About Shelter

A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet millions of people across Britain struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home. We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.

At Shelter we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent.

We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.

About the team

Shelter Sheffield provide housing advice and support to people across the city with a focus on emergency homelessness, intensive support for children and families, people experiencing domestic abuse and people with multiple and complex needs. We take a holistic approach to help people deal with interrelated issues that can impact their ability to keep a home.

About the role

You will be the local leader for Shelter’s Community Services, leading a multidisciplinary team in implementing Shelter’s strategy locally, delivering the local response to the housing emergency and empowering the local community in Sheffield to fight for home.

You will take the lead on the delivery of services and contracts to provide consistently high levels of performance, and plan and deliver service development strategies, including seeking business development opportunities that align with our strategic aims, both across Community Services and in partnership with the Lead Solicitor.

As the strategic lead for your locality, you will promote and direct systems change activity, so we better understand what is influencing people’s experience of homelessness and bad housing, and so we have effective plans to influence change.

You will act as an ambassador for Shelter within your region, representing the organisation through media, networks, and local stakeholder engagement.

Alongside this, you will plan and implement resourcing plans for your Hub, including staffing, volunteers, and engaging people with lived experience, and will manage the Hub Leadership team. Ensuring there are multiple and ongoing opportunities for people with lived experience of homelessness and bad housing to be part of Hub development, activities, and learning is a key element of this role, as is upholding and promoting a learning culture with the Hub.

About you

A natural leader, who can inspire, support and motivate individuals, communities, and your own team to advocate for change, you will have a proven working knowledge of homelessness, housing and related issues affecting local communities. You will possess sound experience of managing and delivering contracts, partnerships, and services, and of being involved in implementing and reviewing change management, whilst demonstrating excellent budgeting and financial reporting skills.

The ability to proactively develop and maintain key relationships and having impressive analytical skills to use insight and evidence to present data, manage performance and to identify and implement systems change are vital to this role, as are impressive interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.

Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.

Home is everything. We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Join us in ending the devastating impact the housing emergency has on people and our communities.

Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.

We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.

Asylum Matters is looking for a skilled and committed Finance and Administration Officer to join its

small team and support the charity’s work to secure positive change for refugees and people seeking

asylum in the UK.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Director and Treasurer to ensure the professional

and efficient running of all aspects of the organisation’s finances; and provide vital backing to support

and sustain the work of the staff team and the trustee board. They will be flexible, proactive and able

to work both independently and in close liaison with colleagues.

The Asylum Matters team, currently comprising seven staff, is geographically dispersed across the

UK. We are a charity that campaigns locally and nationally, in close collaboration with an extensive

network of partner organisations, to advocate for progressive change on a range of issues that affect

people in the asylum system in the UK. These include the impact of the Government’s new anti-

refugee laws; unsuitable accommodation; and poverty. We co-lead the award-winning Lift the

Ban coalition campaign, that brings together almost 300 organisations calling for the right to work for

people seeking asylum.

We are particularly keen to hear from people with lived experience of the UK asylum system and

anyone with lived experience who meets the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The

successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.

For over 60 years the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) has been building a better childhood for all.

We are seeking an experienced policy and public affairs professional, with a good understanding of issues affecting children and families, to manage and deliver policy and public affairs work for the team.

Policy and Public Affairs Manager
Reference: 2390
Location: London Fields
Status: Permanent term. 35 hours per week.
Salary: £42,835 with generous benefits package including 30 days annual leave plus Bank holidays and 3 days of Christmas closure.

This role will play a pivotal role in our work with policy makers and Parliamentarians, bringing evidence and children’s voice to the heart of government. The position will have a key role in policy development and work to achieve policy change to improve children’s lives.

The role will manage and deliver elements of NCB’s core work on policy and public affairs, provide project management of funded policy projects, and generate income during an exciting period of growth of the organisation.

Applications close at 08:00am on Thursday 11th July 2024.

Please quote the job title and reference number in your application. CVs will not be accepted.

Assessment and interviews to be conducted on Friday 19th July 2024.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

NCB is an equal opportunities employer and we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, and male candidates, as we would like to increase the representation of these groups at NCB. We strive for our workforce to be representative of the communities that we serve and we know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.

No agencies please.

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. 

We are looking to recruit a Services Development Manager, to develop, scope, and manage high-quality income-generating services that meet the needs of clients and the community. This includes overseeing current and developing services such as foot health, at-home support, counselling, dementia care, and later life planning.

Key Responsibilities:

Service Development:

· Conduct market research to identify potential income-generating services.

· Develop business plans and operationalise new services.

· Collaborate with stakeholders in Herefordshire, Worcester, and Malvern Hills to identify service gaps and establish best practice delivery models.

· Partner with the marketing team to create strategies for promoting new services.

Service Delivery:

· Work alongside the management team to execute the organisation’s strategic plan and deliver services aligned with core objectives.

· Implement detailed planning, monitoring, evaluation tools, and KPIs for each service or project.

· Manage financial aspects, including budgeting and monitoring of income and expenditure, in collaboration with the Finance Manager.

· Lead and develop a team of staff and volunteers to provide high-quality, person-centered services.

· Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring adherence to operating procedures.

Team Management:

 As a member of the senior management team, you will lead and develop a team of staff and volunteers to deliver a portfolio of high-quality, person-centred services. Your role will involve:

· Conducting team meetings, supervisions, and managing performance issues in partnership with the HR Manager.

· Fostering relationships with key stakeholders, including funders, commissioners, and local partners.

· Developing referral pathways and enhancing the organisation’s profile.

Contract and Grant Management:

· Oversee contracts and grants, ensuring compliance and timely reporting.

· Identify risks to service delivery and take corrective actions.

· Work with the SMT and CEO to develop tenders and bids for funding

General Duties:

· Adhere to all organisational policies and procedures.

· Participate in training relevant to the role.

· Represent the organisation internally and externally.

· Collaborate with colleagues to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

· Work with the Finance Manager to manage service budgets effectively.

· Demonstrate a commitment to the organisation’s ethos and mission.

· Make informed decisions to address challenges and implement changes.

· Act as an ambassador for the organisation at all times.

· Perform any other duties as requested by the organisation.

Person Specification

The following criteria will be assessed from information provided on your application and during the assessment process

• High standard of education to level 4 or above, or demonstrable ability to work at this level
• Educated to degree level
• A full driving license and willingness and ability to drive for work purposes

Experience

• Significant experience of designing and developing profitable income generating services
• Significant management experience including line management of a team
• Experience of creating a team
• Experience of monitoring income and expenditure and re-designing as needed
• Experience of managing multiple services with competing priorities
• Experience of working as part of a management team
• Experience of negotiating contracts and other funding streams
• Experience of developing services and projects and writing service plans
• Experience of implementation of relevant policies and procedures
• Experience of performance management and reporting
• Experience of report writing and presentation

Skills

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate staff
• Presentation skills
• Exceptional organisational skills
• Ability to manage change and to manage changing priorities and services
• Creative thinking and meeting of client need
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Ability to manage difficult situations
• Ability to analyse and present data

Knowledge

• An understanding of the current and emerging needs of older people
• Good knowledge of Herefordshire and Worcestershire’s geography
• Knowledge of the health and social care landscape

Start date: September 2024 

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Assessing learner skills and needs to establish starting points/baseline, with other TAP staff

2. Setting up and supporting learners in work placements to develop their skills and gain meaningful experience

3. Observing and evidencing the learner journey (keeping detailed records), monitoring learner progress (including target progress)

4. Liaising with families and team around the learner as required and to contribute to reviews- ensuring learners are working towards their outcomes and aspirations

5. Supporting employers and learners to work together effectively- suggesting and implementing reasonable adjustments

6. To work with Curriculum Manager/Team Leaders to support learners during class days, helping to create learning materials as needed.

7. To work with Curriculum Manager/Team Leaders to support learners with travel training, wellbeing support and signposting to extracurricular/socials and community events

8. Working alongside the Engagement Officer to find, source and maintain employer relationships

9. To support learners during social events, insight days and trips

Please see job description for further information