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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job title: Academic and Membership Assistant
Contract: Part time, equivalent to 4 days/20 hrs per week.
Flexibility regarding working pattern, could be worked across 4-5 week days.
Contract: Permanent.
Salary: £23,198 pro rata (£29,000 full time equivalent)
Manager: Director of Psychotherapy. The role is assisting both Directors of Psychotherapy and Counselling.
Location: Working hybrid with a combination of required presence at the centre in London and remote working. To be agreed with the Directors.
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
We are the Gestalt Centre, an established therapy not-for-profit organisation, supporting the mental and psychological well-being of individuals, groups and organisations. We are a dynamic charity that runs, accommodates and supports a number of counselling, psychotherapy, personal and professional development courses and a range of therapeutic practices that enhance mental and psychological wellbeing.
Gestalt is a life-changing approach to life, counselling and psychotherapy. It enables people to develop meaningful relationships, navigate change and lead fulfilling lives by creatively utilising their own resources, skills and strengths.
Our vision is a world were meaningful and fulfilling relationships lead to wellbeing and positive change in people’s lives
Our Values In Practice
Diversity, equality, inclusion and anti-discrimination: We value equity and inclusion and welcome diversity and difference in backgrounds, identities, cultures and voices. We also commit to anti-discriminatory action and encourage personal and collective awareness, reflection and learning. It is integral to who we are and how we work and study together.
Kindness and respect for each other and the space we cohabit. Our relationship with people who work, learn and access therapy at the centre starts from a place of respect and kindness. This way we create a space where we can show up, work and learn authentically and meaningfully. Feel seen, heard and included.
Collaboration and mutuality: We work and study together, collaboratively and with respect and appreciation for each other. Every person matters and so does the collective.
Community, awareness and personal responsibility: We are a community of staff, students, practitioners and clients; working, studying and accessing therapy at the centre. Individually and collectively, we’re responsible for our presence and behaviour. Also responsible for our community and the space we inhabit.
ABOUT THE JOB
Job Purpose
We’re looking for an exemplary administrative and people-oriented person who will be administratively supporting the two Faculty Leads: the Director of Psychotherapy and the Director of Counselling. An important role in the organisation with responsibilities towards the Leadership Team.
An important member of the office team, working in a welcoming and supportive environment with opportunities to learn and grow on the job.
Main areas of work and responsibility
- Academic and Personal Administration Support to the Faculty Directors of Psychotherapy and Counselling
- Coordinate and support projects and workstreams the Directors Lead on: including overseeing and managing the Counselling and Psychotherapy programmes and faculties, quality assurance and reporting to accrediting bodies and Gestalt Centre membership and accreditation.
- Provide administrative support and coordination of the Gestalt Centre membership and membership cycles. Including UKCP reaccreditation processes: coordinate membership renewals and reaccreditation processes from beginning to end, liaise with members, maintain systems and update the membership Directory. In association with the Director of Psychotherapy and the Director of Counselling
- This role resides in the wider course\academic admin team and as/when directed is expected to support/liaise with the admissions and registration team.
- Organise, co-ordinate and provide administrative support for meetings with faculty, Gestalt Centre colleagues, UKCP, BACP, the university and exam Boards, and other external meetings as required in relation to the academic, membership or regulatory functions of GC. In association with the Director of Psychotherapy and the Director of Counselling
- Prepare meetings set up, information and any required papers in advance. Organise dates, taking and sending out minutes and coordinate follow-up actions ensuring progress and completion.
- Prepare, format, edit and update communications, presentations and reports for internal and external audiences to a high standard – including for meetings with the Faculties, the Executive, UKCP, BACP or the university.
- Work closely with both Directors on the production and content of the various Professional Training Programme Handbooks, including managing version control and ensuring accurate information within and to time.
- Provide a professional first and secondary point of contact and as and when required liaise with the Directors to respond to emails or phone calls and other communications, including the preparation of acknowledgement responses and follow-on actions.
- Carry out responsibilities with due regard to the Gestalt Centre policies and procedures
- Wider office team support such as reception/admin cover or support with events – as and when occasionally required.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
You will be friendly, approachable, and collaborative with a positive flexible ‘can do’ attitude. We are a small, dynamic and busy organisation and as you’ll be part of the Gestalt Centre family, you’ll need to be able to work well with the rest of the team and independently, on your own initiative as and when needed. You’ll extend your friendly manner to our students and clients as excellent customer service would be important to you. You’d also have a good eye for detail and be good with numbers as you’d also be working with databases and finance.
The role is diverse and flexible with opportunities to learn and acquire new skills in a supportive environment.
Key Competencies and qualities
- Educated to degree level or equivalent with good English and Maths or equivalent
- Excellent organisation and planning skills and experience including balance competing demands; prioritise effectively; and effective ability to forward plan and work to tight deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including conveying information clearly and adjusting approach, language and action to suit varying situations. Including some familiarity with communication utilising EDI considerations in relation to adult students and teaching staff.
- Confident, calm, diplomatic and confidential, with a mature, proactive, problem-solving and flexible approach to working in a dynamic busy setting.
- Excellent attention to detail and good with working with numbers and basic statistical data.
- Good working knowledge and experience of databases and online systems administration, including information and files management.
- Experience and able to work well with senior professionals and in a positive professional matter.
- Able to plan and organise own work effectively, managing interruptions and achieving good work performance in a busy setting.
- Reliable and collaborative approach to working with kindness and respect.
- Able to work with confidentiality protocols and expectations, and seeking guidance when needed, and in line with the Gestalt Centre policies and practice.
- Able to work effectively with others and on own initiative
- Experience working well with data protection, confidentiality, and safeguarding; and some understanding of applying ethical considerations
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 and all Office applications; SharePoint and MS teams
- Commitment to Equal Opportunities and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, across the work of the role.
- Understanding and open minded about mental health, emotional and psychological wellbeing.
- Preferably experience working within an educational, training or therapy training setting
- Able to start as soon as possible.
To apply please forward to Archie Rotap your CV and a supporting statement of no more than 2 pages, outlining how you meet the job requirements and the value you’ll bring to it.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Anna Freud is a world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website.
We value diversity and aim to have diverse workforce that reflects the community and our service users, in line with our vision, values and inclusion commitments. We encourage applications from all sections of the community.
The CRM Marketing Officer is a new role within Anna Freud, supported by significant investment in the CRM systems and marketing resource. The post-holder will contribute to and build the organisation’s CRM strategy and marketing capabilities, laying the foundations for increased engagement with our audiences. They will also manage day-to-day CRM marketing activity, having autonomy to drive CRM campaigns, testing and customer-centric lifecycle communications.
The role will report into the CRM Marketing Manager and will be part of the wider Brand and Marketing team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, proactivity and curiosity to successfully deliver CRM marketing plans. They will collaborate with colleagues to increase the value of our database and advance this important area of work.
Location
Hybrid working (a mixture of onsite and home/remote working). Staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours, either at our London site (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH) or our Northern Hub (Huckletree, The Express Building, 9 Great Ancoats Street, Manchester M4 5AD).
Contract duration
Permanent
Closing date for applications
Midday (12pm), Monday 25 November 2024.
Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities.
Notification of interview
Shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Friday 29 November 2024. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.
Interviews
Interviews will be held between Wednesday 4 and Friday 6 December 2024.
How to apply
Please click on the 'Apply now’ button. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.
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Salary: £29,808 per annum
Hours: Full time 36.5 hours per week
Location: Birmingham
Contract type: Fixed term until March 2025
The Active Wellbeing Society (TAWS) is a community benefit society and cooperative working to develop healthy, happy communities living active and connected lives. We provide a wide range of services and programmes that support people’s mental and physical wellbeing. Services include community food support, telephone advice and listening services, physical and social activity programmes, social prescribing services and community development and engagement programmes. We also run virtual wellbeing support programmes for patients and citizens.
This role is responsible for the coordination and delivery of emergency food relief, in particular providing hot/healthy food for people living in emergency/temporary accommodation. The role will require excellent delivery and engagement skills on the ground with communities and key stakeholders. Experience in cooking in volume (300+ a day) and for diverse communities is required. Experience of kitchen management, people management and budget management is also required.
Main duties
- Ensure that hot, healthy food is delivered to identified locations where people are living in emergency/temporary accommodation – up to 300 meals a day
- Work with the Delivery Manager and Community café lead to ensure that the equipment, ingredients, kitchen capacity for the Emergency Food projects are planned for in advance so that there is minimal disruption to the cafes
- Work with the team and wider organisation to support and develop communities within the city, especially those that are the most deprived, and/or the least active.
- Line manage a small team and liaise with the Delivery Manager to ensure the rota is accurate and adhered to.
- Manage budgets and contracts effectively in conjunction with the Food Delivery Manager.
Knowledge, skills and experience
- Experience of managing a team of cooks
- Qualified to at least level 3 food and hygiene
- Willingness to drive large vans and tow a trailer
- Knowledge and experience of cooking and delivering quality food on a large scale to diverse communities
- Experience and understanding of community development principles, ideally through the medium of food
- Experience of working with waste and surplus food providers
- Track record of working autonomously and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast paced and challenging environment
- A genuine passion for the wellbeing of others and a drive to improve the lives of individuals and communities
Benefits
We offer our team members a comprehensive staff benefits offering to include:
- Annual Leave – 38 days! 25 days AL (increasing to 29 days with service) plus 5 wellbeing days and 8 bank holidays. (Pro rata for part time hours)
- Flexible working, home working and remote working options available
- Nest Pension – 8% employer contribution - 3% employee contribution.
- Heath Cash Plan – giving you discounts on everyday healthcare such as dental, optical, physio, prescriptions & more.
- Employee Assistance Programme (counselling and DRs on call 24hrs a day).
- Fantastic volunteering opportunities within The Active Wellbeing Society every month.
Application details
Please send a CV with a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the competencies below (please respond to each of the questions below in your cover letter).
- Ability to cater for large numbers of people (300+)
- Ability to manage a busy kitchen
- Ability to manage a small team
- IT literate
- Driving Licence
Closing date: Friday 15th November 2024 at midnight
Due to the high number of applications we received for our job vacancies, we may close application windows early, so we would encourage you to submit your application ASAP
We will provide all applicants with an outcome on your application, usually within one week of the application window closing.
Successful applicants will be required to be DBS checked before starting.
Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we; in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring. The Active Wellbeing Society is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. We recruit based on capability, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. At The Active Wellbeing Society, we are searching for people who share the passion for what we do with different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, collectively making a difference.
If there is anything we can do to assist you in your application or preparations to be interviewed for one of our job vacancies, please let us know. We can ensure you have a positive and comfortable experience.
I appreciate your interest in working for The Active Wellbeing Society; we look forward to receiving your application.
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Grants Specialist - Job Description
Location- UK & US
Salary Band UK - £51,050
Salary Band US - $85,246
All qualified candidates must submit a cover letter for consideration
About the Fund:
The Fund for Global Human Rights (the Fund) is a leading supporter of on-the-ground human rights groups around the world. Dedicated to identifying and investing in the most effective human rights organizations in regions from Latin America to Africa to Southeast Asia, the Fund for Global Human Rights offers grants and facilitates technical support to ensure the long-term effectiveness and viability of front-line groups working in challenging conditions with scant resources.
As an employer active in the field of human rights, The Fund is deeply committed to the overall well-being of its staff. It envisions a people centric workplace characterized by compassion, empathy, and balance. Its values are respect, integrity, agility, sustainability, and inclusivity. As the organization adapts and changes, it looks to its values to root and guide itself. Values are woven into The Fund Theory of Change and used to guide its direction and make decisions.
This is an exciting time at the Fund, having been undertaking a Strategic Review and being about to embark on an Operational Review to optimize our internal structures and systems to support the delivery of the Fund’s mission and strategic direction.
Your role:
The Grantmaking Operations team sits within the Fund’s Operations department and is primarily focused on ensuring that resources are reaching frontline activist organizations. The team seeks to hire a Grants Specialist who will report to the Managers of Grantmaking Operations and manage the Fund’s most complex grantmaking programs.
The successful candidate will join a high-performing, enthusiastic grants management team, a deeply committed global staff, and an organization constantly learning and adapting to global contexts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION:
Grantmaking
- Manage due diligence and enhanced grantmaking protocols for a highly complex and high-volume portfolio of grants spanning 50+ countries.
- Inform the development and implementation of grantmaking plans, ensuring they are robust and responsive to changing contexts and needs.
- Research compliance and financial regulation for various country contexts as needed and flag potential areas of risk to the Manager of Grantmaking Policy and Models.
- Identify and flag operational challenges that may have an impact on programmatic grantmaking ambitions, potential donor commitments or grantmaking advisory bodies.
- Coordinate with Program and Grantmaking Operations to ensure grants and grantee relationships are managed according to their risk level and operating context.
- Together with Program, Fundraising and Finance teams coordinate grant recommendation processes and timeline for grantmaking portfolios.
- Prepare and organize applicant materials and prospective grantee documents for all LEF cohorts.
- Manage incoming grant proposals and evaluate eligibility of prospective grantees in line with grantmaking due diligence protocols.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for grantees, enhancing grantee relations and maintaining communication in multiple languages, including but not limited to English and Spanish.
- Coordinate translation of grant and program related materials in line with portfolio grantmaking, (i.e., ensuring all grant and program documents are tailored according to program initiatives and compliance needs)
- Participate (and lead as needed) in regular check-ins, strategic meetings and retreats to help coordinate the workflow of grantmaking, shape grantmaking budgets and collaboration with external stakeholders.
- Actively contribute to fundraising stages by integrating data-driven insights and compelling narratives in proposals and evaluation reports.
Database and Systems Administration
- Contribute to the management of the Fund’s grants management system.
- Maintain accurate grant and grantee records – updating grant, organization and contact records daily, updating budget trackers periodically and ensuring OFAC compliance.
- Generate reports and dashboards for colleagues across departments, as needed.
- Code all grantmaking requests and budgeting information.
- Enhance the grants management system functionalities, including coding and back-end development for improved user experience and data integrity.
- Collaborate with Grantmaking Operations colleagues to test new releases to grantmaking database, identifying improvements and addressing bugs.
- Contribute to the design and creation of the EOI and proposal forms in the grants management system.
- Facilitate the successful launch of newly implemented workflows and forms within the grants management system by identifying and assisting in the resolution of issues, ensuring optimal functionality and user experience.
- Support the design and implementation of grantee portals to facilitate efficient interactions and reporting.
- Collaborate with Grants Management colleagues to test new releases to grantmaking database, identifying improvements and addressing bugs.
Project Coordination
- Lead on GM internal projects; brainstorming and implementing workflow solutions to team endeavors, ensuring cohesive and aligned project reporting and closing.
- Provide support to the Manager of Grantmaking Systems & Projects
- Support engagement with all project stakeholders, gathering and integrating feedback to improve project management processes.
- Proactively identify risks associated with projects; recommending effective solutions to ensure successful implementation.
- Inform the scheduling and coordination of project activities, including meetings and deadlines, in coordination with Legal Empowerment Fund team.
- Document project outcomes and adaptations; ensuring learning is embedded in LEF grantmaking operations.
Your Team:
This position is part of the Fund’s Grantmaking Operations Team. The team is comprised of one Director, two Managers and four Specialists spread between the US and UK offices. This position will report to the Deputy Director of Grantmaking Operations and will be based in the UK or US.
You Have - Candidates should demonstrate the following range of skills, experience, and qualities:
- Three years of relevant work experience, e.g., managing workflows, projects, and processes + at least one year of complementary education or experience working in human rights, program, or fundraising
- Demonstrated experience navigating legal and financial frameworks in the UK/US and working knowledge of international grantmaking funding trends and nuances.
- Strong project management skills, including software and people and process management.
- Initiative and strong sense of follow up, demonstrating the ability to keep track of multiple streams of cross-sectional work, and drive forward momentum.
- Diplomacy and the ability to manage sensitive data in a confidential and appropriate manner.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
- Exceptional and consistent attention to detail while managing complex tasks and/or large work portfolios in a fast-paced, complex environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communica6tion skills with the ability to convey information accurately and listen effectively.
- Working knowledge of databases and proficiency in Microsoft Office Teams among other applications
- Strategic and analytical thinker; anticipates the impact of changes—small and large on workflows and process.
- Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Fluent in English and strong working proficiency in Spanish (written and verbal)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (I.E. NICE TO HAVE, BUT NOT CRITICAL)
- Experience in a non-profit environment; grants management experience at private or public foundation a plus.
- Experience in or demonstrated interest in human rights and/or social justice issues.
- Additional language proficiency, especially in Spanish, Arabic, or French.
- Familiarity with US and/or UK non-profit compliance requirements and best practices.
- Familiarity with grants management systems, especially Fluxx.
The ideal candidate will also possess the following attributes:
- A constructive and solutions-oriented approach to problem solving.
- Works proactively to address molehills before they become mountains.
- Comfortable in a fast-moving, ever-changing environment.
- Enterprising, curious, and willing to take on new projects.
- Strong interpersonal skills and thrives in collaborative, diverse team settings.
- Customer service oriented; understands who we serve and considers the client(s) when managing change.
Qualified candidates must possess professional proficiency in both written & spoken Spanish.
Qualified candidates must be located in the UK or in the US, specifically in DC, MD, VA, or NY.
Qualifies candidates must submit a cover letter for consideration.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join CBM UK as our Disability Inclusion Advisor and generate new business opportunities.
At CBM UK, we place respect and compassion at the heart of all that we do, and this reflects in our culture. We are an organisation based on Christian values welcoming staff of all faiths and none. Our commitment to these values drives everything we do, striving to build a just and equitable world in which all people are included, loved, valued, and respected. We focus on meeting the greatest needs and collaborate with partners of all faiths and none without proselytizing.
CBM UK’s Disability Inclusion Advisor will be responsible for generating new business opportunities and delivering disability inclusion technical advice to mainstream organisations and key stakeholders in the UK. The role will also contribute to ensuring the advisory programme of the wider CBM Global Federation is of sound quality, appropriately resourced and promoted both internally and externally. While being able to develop and deliver technical advice is the most important element, we are particularly seeking a strong understanding of, and preferably experience in delivering or advising on, inclusive education.
Key activities and responsibilities include:
- Work with and alongside CBM Global Country Teams and the disability movement to deliver high quality disability inclusion advice on policies and programmes, change facilitation and capacity strengthening.
- Work with UK and Global colleagues to generate new business in order to build the technical advisory function of the organisation through: securing and delivering fee for service advisory work in UK, technical support to accessing funding for delivery by other advisory teams and partners, and co-delivery on wider IAG network advisory projects.
- Lead on stakeholder and partnership management to maintain excellent servicing of advisory clients.
- Ensure appropriate systems and processes are in place, and contract outputs are delivered to a high standard for effective operational delivery.
- Contribute to the evidence and MEAL base for disability inclusive practice.
- Contribute to the peer learning approach of the wider IAG network and strengthen the advisory capacity of the CBM UK team.
For full details of the job description and person specification, please visit our website and download our recruitment pack.
Join Our Team at Mind in Tower Hamlets, Newham, and Redbridge
Are you passionate about mental health and community support? Mind in Tower Hamlets, Newham, and Redbridge seeks an exceptional Business Development Manager to lead our fundraising efforts. You'll drive the development and submission of tenders, proposals, and applications to Trusts and Foundations, ensuring robust support for our mission in these London boroughs.
About Mind in Tower Hamlets, Newham and Redbridge
We are a local Mind association and community mental health charity. We endeavour to ensure that everyone with a mental health or emotional issue has somewhere to turn for advice and support.
Our vision is a society where everyone is accepted and included; where there is no stigma or discrimination towards people because of mental health issues; and where our clients' needs and ambitions are supported.
We provide support services- including for those in crisis, to raise awareness and deliver activities, groups and events through our work in Tower Hamlets, Newham and Redbridge
Role Overview:
As a key member of our team, you will:
· Support our approach to securing both statutory income (grants and contracts) and voluntary income (trusts, corporates, major donors, individuals), in partnership with the Leadership Team.
· Working with the CEO to support organisational tendering and commercial income generation activities aligned with the strategy, coordinating solution design and written bids.
· Lead on grant identification- conduct research to identify potential grant and foundation funding opportunities
· Lead on grant applications – including the development of compelling grant proposals, you will manage the grant application process, including drafting, editing, and submitting grant proposals within deadlines, and ensuring compliance with funder requirements.
· Working alongside the Director of Finance, support the preparation of budgets for tenders and fundraising.
· Ensure all our income generation activity is compliant with fundraising governance and legislation, including GDPR, PECR, and the Code of Fundraising Practice, and ensure our systems and processes (including the database and reporting) are compliant and fit for purpose in Business Development.
We would love to hear from you if you have a track record, experience, understanding, knowledge of:
· Grant writing, fundraising, or development, preferably in the nonprofit sector
· Grant funding mechanisms, including government, foundations, and statutory funding programmes
· Writing compelling, well-organised content that turns complex ideas and detail into summaries that can effectively engage different audiences
· Organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines under pressure when needed.
· Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a results-oriented approach to achieving funding targets
· Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with the service delivery team and other colleagues
· Inclusion, equity and diversity, and the ability to work effectively with people from a range of backgrounds
To find out more about this role and how to apply, please click on the following link to review the candidate pack.
The closing date for applications is: 24 November
Interviews will take place on the: 5 December (in person)
Our Commitment- MindTHNR is committed to being an Anti-racist/Anti-discriminatory Organisation and our proud of our diversity which is clearly visible at all levels of the organisation.
Accessibility and Adjustments-We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we will always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is a great opportunity to play a key role in supporting management and administrative operations for a charity within our busy Head Office.
Working closely with the CEO, the Management Team and internal departments, the successful candidate will provide business support for daily operations, ensuring services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
You will develop, implement and maintain robust information management systems with the Trust.
Provide full organisation and administrative support to the CEO and wider team members, undertaking a wide spectrum of tasks as delegated ensuring completion within targets and deadlines.
Support the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures to enhance service delivery and to comply with stakeholder contracts and agreements and all relevant regulations and legal requirements.
Oversee programme administration processes to ensure the efficient management of these areas.
Coordinate and support business meetings and Trustee Boarding Meetings.
Support development and management of the Trust business assurance framework.
You will provide strategic planning and compliance and risk support.
Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter outlining their interest, suitability, and vision for the role, and how they meet the requirements of the person specification in detail by 5pm on 22nd November 2024. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit early applications as the application window may close sooner than 22nd November 2024 if a suitable candidate is found. Interviews will be held on the 5th December 2024.
Pilkington Family Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable recruitment process for all vacancies.
Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to effectively access the recruitment process. If you would like any further information
Formed in the 1920's we have a long history of providing services for retired Pilkington employees and their family members across the UK and overseas
Fixed term contract until Feb 2026 (12 months dependent on start date)
35 hours per week
£34,837.08 per annum (national weighting +travel into London office paid for) / £37,646.16 per annum (London weighting)
Location: Home based, with occasional travel into our London office
The Children's Society (TCS) has been helping children and young people for over 140 years. Everything we do is to create positive change in young people's lives. Our annual Good Childhood Report has shown that children and young people's wellbeing is declining. It's our organisational goal to reverse this decline by 2030.
The Audience Insight team is a key function to help us on this journey. We help the organisation to understand opportunities to grow support, deepen engagement with existing supporters and optimise our communications and fundraising products. We have an exciting opportunity in our team: we are looking someone exceptional to join as our supporter insight analyst for 12 months, while the permanent post holder goes on maternity leave. In this role, you will be responsible for generating actionable insight into supporter engagement to help us optimise our activities and communications; ensuring that we are talking to our supporters about the things that they're interested in, in the right media and with the right frequency and evaluating responses in order to continually improve and deepen our supporter engagement.
You will become an insight partner for colleagues across the social impact domain and will help to upskill colleagues to become confident data users to help create an insight culture at TCS.
To succeed in this role, you will have previous experience in an analyst role and be highly technical with strong SQL skills. You will have the curiosity and capability to use the wealth of data TCS has access to, to help us deepen engagement with existing and new supporter audiences. You must be go-getting and proactive, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
You will be inquisitive and curious; always interrogating briefs to ensure we are asking the right questions of the data; and using your knowledge of data to go beyond the brief and add extra value.
This role sits within our Enabling Domain and reports into the Senior Supporter Insight Analyst. Our focus is on elevating young people's voices; challenging public perceptions of the challenges young people face; and attracting, retaining, and mobilising support through voice, time, and money.
Essential Skills
-Minimum of 3 years' experience as a data analyst in a commercial or not for profit organisation
-Advanced excel user
-Proficient in using data to effectively tell stories to stakeholders, through clear and informative data visualisations in PowerBi or other dashboard software such as Tableau, as well as through PowerPoint.
-Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex data findings to non-technical stakeholders and influence their decision making.
-Ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships
-Ability to work autonomously and prioritise project and personal workload
Desirable Skills
-Knowledge and experience of the charity sector and/or fundraising data
-Experience of an additional programming language.
What we offer you in return:
-Opportunity to develop your skills as a data analyst and acquire/deepen your knowledge of fundraising data
-The chance to work in a small, supportive, team on projects with a big impact
-Space to bring creative ideas and approaches to how we use our data to influence supporter engagement
-Flexible and remote working from anywhere within the UK
-Enhanced Annual Leave: 28 days
The closing date for applications is at midnight on Thursday 28th November 2024.
We are hoping to hold interviews week commencing 9th December.
The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.
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Relationship Fundraiser
Job title: Relationship Fundraiser
Hours: Full-time (Equivalent to 37.5 hours a week), in line with our flexible working policy. If you are unable to work full-time but are interested in the role, we’d be happy to hear from candidates who had a different proposed model of working in mind.
Remuneration: circa £29,000 per annum
Type of contract: Permanent
Location: Hybrid working. A mix of home and Leukaemia Care offices at One Birch Court, Blackpole East, Worcester, WR3 8SG (a minimum of 2 days in the office).
Report to: Community and Individual Giving Manager
Working closely with: Fundraising Team, Communications Team, Patient Services Team and Finance.
Purpose of the role
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in the charity/fundraising sector, looking to progress and develop a career focusing on community and individual giving activity.
You should want to use and grow your knowledge and aim to achieve excellent standards of fundraising through relationship building.
You’ll be passionate about continuous improvement, have a proactive attitude and be comfortable in suggesting new and/or better ways of working. You’ll enjoy a challenging and fulfilling environment, working with a supportive and forward-thinking team. You will have experience of planning and implementing projects and in providing high levels of stewardship – in addition to the ability to research, identify and reach potential new supporter groups within the community.
Must be able to drive and have access to a car.
Main duties and responsibilities
This role requires input into and delivery of multiple income streams, working with the Community and Individual Giving Manager and the wider Fundraising Team. Duties and responsibilities will, at any given time, include:
Community Fundraising Related
Plan, develop and implement fundraising initiatives that appeal to community groups and associations. Devise community related products and resources that will aid community groups to further engage and raise funds.
Research, identify, apply for and secure new local level partnerships or one-off community type donations e.g. from Rotary/Lions Clubs, Musical Groups, Sports Clubs or Supermarket Charity of the Year.
Research, identify, apply for and secure new support from educational establishments such as Schools and Universities.
Promote collections in relevant geographic locations to Leukaemia Care’s hospital hubs or with a link to a supporter, patient or family.
Identify opportunities for Leukaemia Care to raise awareness around the charity’s Hospital Hub locations around the U.K.
Account manage any local community charity of the year partnerships that are secured, e.g. a Golf Club. Be their point of contact at Leukaemia Care.
Represent the organisation giving engaging talks, pitches and presentations on the work of the charity, as well as delivering thank you acceptance speeches where necessary.
Individual Giving Related
Administer and thank gifts from Individuals including one off donors and first-time donors.
Alongside the Community and Individual Giving Manager build rapport and meaningful relationships with identified mid-level donors and prospect major donors.
Research ideas, plan, devise, implement and develop virtual giving as an income stream.
Maximise income by promoting Gift Aid and securing declarations in relation to eligible UK taxpayers.
Support the Community and Individual Giving Manager to run the charity’s Regular Giving Programme, ensuring these committed and longstanding donors/members are thanked appropriately, regularly informed of their impact, and developed into long-term donors.
Support the Community and Individual Giving Manager with an externally run Lottery and our Lottery Players recruitment and retention.
Work with the Community and Individual Giving Manager to plan stewardship events. Be responsible for the logistical organisation of such events liaising with venues, making bookings and handling invitees requirements.
General Fundraising
Work within the Code of Fundraising Practice as set by the Fundraising Regulator and adhere to all relevant financial procedures.
Deliver and exceed targets across a wide variety of areas including Community and Individual Giving; including Mid-Level Giving, Lottery and Virtual Fundraising.
Represent the charity at events and cheque presentations as required.
Raise awareness to encourage support and make the most of any ‘cross-selling’ opportunities to promote other ways to get involved such as running events, gifts in Wills, Recycling, Payroll Giving, Volunteering etc.
Ensure that systems and processes are effective, and that our database is updated and utilised as the central source of information for recording income, supporter interactions and reporting.
Maximise the use of online fundraising tools, digital marketing and social media to increase
the generation of funds from all available sources.
Ensure the work produced across the team is of high quality, and reflective of the values of Leukaemia Care. Record all interactions with fundraisers or potential fundraisers on Raisers Edge NXT, our fundraising database (training will be provided).
Provide cover within the team as needed during periods of annual leave, sickness or where extra resources are needed.
Adopt a strong solution focused approach to help supporters overcome any challenges and maximise their fundraising efforts.
Improve supporter retention and engagement, building strong relationships and long-term supporters.
Ensure all supporters are appropriately thanked and help develop specific supporter journeys.
Assist with enquiries and donations over the telephone and by email.
Ensure that relevant pages on the Leukaemia Care website fundraising information is up to date.
Collate case studies, stories and photographs and share with the Comms Team for promotion.
Provide data to the Community and Individual Giving Manager to support the production of progress reports for presentation to the Senior Leadership Team and/or Board of Trustees.
General
In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description, all Leukaemia Care employees should be aware of their specific responsibilities towards the following:
1. Uphold the values of the charity and to not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the charity into disrepute.
2. Adhere to all health and safety and fire regulations and to co-operate with the charity in maintaining good standards of health and safety.
3. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role.
This job description is not exhaustive. It acts as a guide and may be amended to meet the changing requirements of the charity at any time after discussion with the post holder.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Can you help young athletes beat their personal best?
Then come and join a small team of doers, who have banned red tape, silos, politics and “computer says no” scenarios to work for a really uplifting cause. At SportsAid we exist to encourage, enable and empower the next generation of athletes to achieve their ambitions in sport and life. For decades, we have been side by side with Britain’s greatest emerging sporting talent, from Mo Farah to Jessica Ennis-Hill to Ade Adepitan, Paula Radcliffe and so many others to give them vital support before they became Olympian and Paralympian stars.
We are looking to appoint a Digital Communications & Content Manager develop and deliver creative communication plans to interest, engage and inspire Sports Aid's audiences, galvanising support for the charity’s work by engaging in digital communications channels and platforms.
Does this sound like you?
· Proven experience in digital content creation, social media management and communications.
· Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills, with an ability to tailor content for different audiences and platforms.
· Proficiency in using social media platforms, content management systems and email marketing tools.
· Knowledge of SEO best practices and experience with web analytics tools (eg Google Analytics).
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects and deadlines.
· Experience in a charity, nonprofit, or sports organisation
The salary is £36,000-40,000,000 p.a. and opportunities for flexible working are available.
SportsAid recognises that certain sections of the community have been affected by structural inequities and may be denied the opportunity to participate equally and fully in sport at all levels. SportsAid as an organisation believes our role is to remove the barriers that our most under-served, at risk and minoritised groups of young people experience when trying to access sport and physical activities.
Please apply by 22nd November with your CV and one page outlining what you believe would be the best opportunities in this role and the greatest challenges.
On receipt of your application you will be sent a confidential equal opportunities form which all applicants will be asked to complete.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Bond
Bond is the UK network for organisations working in international development. We unite and support a diverse network of over 400 civil society organisations to help eradicate global poverty, inequality and injustice. We strengthen and champion the sector to make international development more efficient and effective. We work to influence governments and policy-makers, develop the skills of people in the sector, share expertise, and build organisational capacity and partnerships.
Main purpose of the job
The Digital Marketing Coordinator/Adviser will bring together all aspects of Bond’s digital and social media marketing, to ensure that Bond maximises its marketing reach for all its products and services and particularly membership. The role is expected to use digital channels to build brand awareness, engage our core audiences and generate leads for new business of all types. The role will support content production on the website and coordinate some of the internally produced content items such as the communications to CEOs. They will ensure Bond’s digital platforms and systems are run effectively to engage users and deliver Bond’s key services and be able to provide key metrics internally and for external clients, where required. The person will be expected to effectively and efficiently manage relevant suppliers to ensure that they continue to provide value for money and are fit for purpose.
Main responsibilities
Digital marketing 75%
Managing campaigns
- Working with the Marketing Manager, overseeing email campaigns, social media marketing campaigns, and paid advertising
Analysing data
- Using web analytics software to monitor website performance, and analysing data to determine what content and ads are most effective
Optimizing for search engines
- Using search engine optimization (SEO) and search engine marketing (SEM) to make web content more visible to potential customers
Developing social media marketing strategies
- Assisting the Marketing Manager in identifying the target market, selecting the right digital channels, and crafting campaigns to align with Bond’s target audiences and income generation strategy.
Managing social media
- Contributing to social media engagement and brand awareness campaigns, and monitoring or handling social interactions
Developing user experience
- Supporting the Communications Adviser in developing the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) of digital platforms
Reporting
- Providing accurate reports and analysis to clients and company management
Staying up to date
- Keeping up to date with current digital trends
Creating content
- Supporting the Communications Adviser in writing and uploading copy and images for websites, developing content calendars, and creating content for blogs and social media
Cross-organisational support
- Assisting the communications team to ensure that approaches to digital marketing and social media are integrated into all areas of Bond’s work and support other teams in the delivery of their projects.
Digital support and supplier management 25%
Continuous improvement
- Provide support, advice and guidance to the Communications Adviser for further improvements Bond’s digital platforms to ensure a seamless user experience
Supplier management
- Work with digital suppliers, ensuring projects are delivered within budget
Regular support and maintenance
- Working with the Communications Adviser, effectively manage suppliers to ensure that Bond’s website and systems are working effectively and are seamlessly integrated, including the Bond website, analytics and other digital platforms as required.
Digital troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting and providing regular technical support to staff, including managing website queries and bugs from staff relating to the website.
Person specification
Essential
- Content creation skills: Strong writing skills for creating social media posts, email copy, and other marketing materials.
- Social media management experience: Familiarity with platforms like Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter, as well as social media scheduling tools like Hootsuite or Buffer. Understanding trends, engagement tactics, and audience demographics is crucial.
- SEO (Search Engine Optimization): Knowledge of on-page SEO (like keywords, meta tags) and off-page SEO is important for helping content rank better.
- Email Marketing: Experience with email marketing tools like Mailchimp or similar to build, segment, and analyze email campaigns.
- Pay per click and digital Advertising: Basic understanding of platforms like Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and LinkedIn Ads, including keyword research and ad performance tracking.
- Analytics and Data Analysis: Proficiency with tools like Google Analytics to track website and campaign performance, and an understanding of KPIs like CTR, bounce rate, and conversions. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets is often useful for data reporting.
- Experience of effectively working with digital suppliers, including holding suppliers to account and meeting deadlines
Desirable
- Experience of developing user experience and testing guidelines to ensure optimal design standards and functionality
- Strong digital project management skills and experience, including understanding risk, quality and optimisation in a digital project [GT1]
- Experience of working with staff, including those unfamiliar with digital marketing and social media ,
- Understanding of digital integrations, such as with email marketing and CRM
- Ability to respond to unexpected issues while completing regular tasks
Benefits
Bond offers a competitive salary and benefits package including:
- 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, with additional staff privilege days, normally between Christmas and New Year
- 7% pension contributions (staff pay 3.5%)
- Flexible working hours (Hybrid working – 1 day, minimum in the office per month)
- Staff Development days
- Perk Box access
- Employee Assistance Programme
- WeCare (Health and wellbeing services, including access to 24/7 online GP services, second medical opinion, mental health support such as counselling, guidance from health professionals, burnout prevention, life event counselling, get fit programmes, nutritionist advice, etc. – for staff and immediate family)
- Interest-free season ticket loan
How to apply
To apply submit your CV and cover letter by midnight on Thursday 5th December 2024.
In the cover letter we expect you to set out:
- Why you are interested in this role
- How you meet the role requirements
- Your understanding of equity, diversity, inclusion and why it matters in this role
Bond and equal opportunities
Bond values diversity and works to advance equity and inclusion. All staff have a responsibility to ensure that they are being open, accepting and respectful to all that they come into contact with within their work at Bond, regardless their protected characteristics. Acting in accordance with the EDI policy, Bond staff must contribute to our inclusive organisational culture ensuring that they are aware of and respond appropriately to micro-aggressions, racism, sexism, LQBTQ+ misconduct and disability equity. Bond Staff must not be bystanders, and must report when they witness any unacceptable behaviour.
In order to assess and ensure the continued effectiveness of Bond’s Equal Opportunities Policy, all applicants are asked to complete a short questionnaire when applying. You are not obliged to answer the questions but the more information you supply the more effectively we can monitor our equal opportunity practices. Completion of all questions is voluntary and failure to answer any question(s) will not affect your application in any way.
The information you supply will be treated in confidence and will not be seen by any member of the selection panel responsible for the appointment. The questionnaire will be detached from your CV and cover letter, stored anonymously and used purely to provide statistics for monitoring purposes.
Privacy notice for applicants
Our Privacy Notice for applicants can be found on our website when you click apply.
Subject of employment at Bond
If successful, you must have the right to work for the duration of your contract at Bond. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references. Bond 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 their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
Animal Free Research UK is the leading charity working to create a world where animals and humans lead healthy, happy lives, free from suffering. By pioneering excellence, inspiring and supporting scientists and influencing change, we are ending the use of animals and improving medical research.
Job Purpose
The purpose of the role is to support Animal Free Research UK’s work to secure policy change that will accelerate the replacement of animals in scientific research with human-specific techniques. The team’s current focus is advocating for Herbie’s Law – new legislation which sets a goal of replacing animal experiments over the next decade.
The main function of the role will be to enable the smooth running of Animal Free Research UK’s Public Affairs activities, by providing administrative support, playing a key role in coordinating events and working collaboratively across the organisation to enable supporters to engage with their policymakers.
Deliverables
Providing administrative support to the Public Affairs Team
• Monitoring and recording key activity including Parliamentary Questions, debates and consultations.
• Maintaining accurate and efficient systems for recording our interactions with parliamentarians.
• Reporting relevant insights and opportunities to the Public Affairs Manager.
• Maintaining accurate and efficient systems for storing documents, photographs and other assets.
• Recording data for and reporting on relevant KPIs to ensure our impact is being maximised.
Assisting with project managing events and initiatives
• Using project management software to set up and update project management boards, ensuring that the practical elements of events and initiatives run smoothly.
• Carry out the practical organisation of events, such as arranging room bookings, materials, catering and transport.
• Keeping accurate records of expenditure, enabling the Public Affairs Director to ensure that project budgets are adhered to.
• Helping to maximise attendance by assisting with outreach and follow-up to potential attendees.
Assisting with the production of Public Affairs resources
• Assisting with research for the production of briefings, letters and consultation responses, in support of the Public Affairs Manager.
• Coordinating the practical production of resources such as briefings and invitations, including arranging design and printing.
• Carrying out basic graphic design work under the supervision of the Supporter Engagement Team.
Enabling supporters to engage in advocacy
• Working closely with the Supporter Engagement Team to assist with setting up online actions for supporters, including producing draft copy.
• Drafting copy and assisting with posting blogs and social media content, with support from the Supporter Engagement Team.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
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At Parkinson’s UK we are developing and expanding our data team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced data engineer to join an evolving team in a new role and be part of a critical area of the charity that supports and underpins the key work of Parkinson’s UK.
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about data engineering and a holistic understanding of the various disciplines that make up the domain to bring a strong mix of engineering tech skills (e.g, SQL, Python, Alteryx, Matillion, Snowflake etc) and the ability to communicate complex data concepts to non-technical audiences.
About the role
Working in a team which manages much of the charities’ data using a variety of tools and technologies, you’ll be core to supporting our data transformation strategy, by building solutions to ingest, transform and model data from a wide range of sources, ensuring seamless data flows between systems.
You’ll work in an environment with traditional CRM technology, which is also transitioning to a modern data and application architecture.
Share your expert knowledge to coach, mentor, and support a small team of Data Engineers. You and the team will play a key role in developing and maintaining our data warehouse and building robust data assets for stakeholders across the organisation.
What you’ll do:
- Share your knowledge to develop and support a small team of data engineers
- Design and develop scalable solutions to support seamless dataflow and integration of a number of different sources
- Support all aspects of our Snowflake data warehouse
- Collaborate with diverse teams from across the organisation to understand requirements and design and develop data models to support data driven decision making
- Deliver and report on complex data driven projects to support the success of the organisation
What you’ll bring:
- An experienced data engineer, who is able to identify solutions to complex problems
- Expertise in SQL, with experience of Python and SOQL being a plus.
- Excellent understanding of data modelling
- Ability to communicate complex data concepts to non-technical audiences
- A clear understanding of software development best practices
- Experience of MDM concepts and their application
- Hands-on experience of a cloud data warehouse platform (ideally Snowflake) and a good understanding of data warehousing concepts and architecture
This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!
Please apply by sending us your CV alongside completing the application questions that ask how you will demonstrate all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.
Interviews for this role will take place on W/C 2 December
This role is hybrid and your in person working depends on your team agreement, requirements of the role and led by activity based principles. The in person/office attendance expectation for this role will be a minimum on average 2 days per week with flexibility, and further details of the Data and Insight team agreement will be made available at the interview stage. For more information about our ways of working, you can read our Working at Parkinson's UK page on our website.
Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.
Salary range £38,000 – £41,000 per annum | 35 hours per week (full-time) | Permanent
This role will involve hybrid working from home and WGN offices, as well as travel across London and community-based working as determined by service user and service delivery requirements.
About us
Women and Girls Network (WGN) was established in 1987 and has spent over 30 years supporting women and girls across London affected by gendered violence. This includes childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, rape, prostitution (including trafficking and sexual exploitation), female genital mutilation (FGM), and so-called ‘honour’ based crimes such as forced marriage.
Our goal is to promote, preserve, and restore the mental health and wellbeing of women and girls, to empower them to make a total and sustainable recovery from the experiences of violence.
About the role
The Advice Casework Manager (ACM) is a new and exciting role within the Advice Service, and the post holder will spearhead the development and coordination of Women and Girls Network’s (WGN) casework provision. You will be leading a team of experienced caseworkers, managing the day to day running of WGN’s Advice Casework provision, enabling and leading the facilitation of innovative, responsive, trauma-informed and culturally appropriate services for survivors of violence against women and girls (VAWG).
Service development will be a pivotal part of this role; this will include identifying gaps in service provision and service reach, and creating opportunities for service development and innovation; as well as enhancing the service profile and visibility, building and maintaining effective partnership working with key agencies that are relevant for survivors of VAWG in London.
The ACM will provide leadership, guidance and support, creating and promoting a supportive, collaborative and productive working environment, where professional growth, development and successes are enabled and celebrated.
About you
We are looking for highly motivated, inspirational and dynamic practitioner with the ability of providing effective management, coordination and development of casework/advocacy services.
Further information
This post is subject to satisfactory references, DBS check, and social media background screening.
WGN’s employee benefits include: 3% pension contribution, enhanced leave entitlement and an Employee Assistance Programme, as well as the opportunity to work with a leading multi-cultural, women-led feminist charity.
We welcome and encourage applications from women of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Ethnic communities.
WGN is an equal opportunities employer.
The above post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1
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!
Title: Resilience Programme Lead
Reports To: Director of Programmes & Development
Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience
Location: Home-based, flexible with easy access to the Somerset area
Contract: Permanent, full time
Holiday: 25 days per annum plus public holidays
Application: Application form
Closing Date: Thursday 21st November at 9am
The post is subject to a six months’ probationary period.
The Charity
The Youth Adventure Trust is a youth development charity working with vulnerable young people aged 11 to 16 years old from Somerset, Wiltshire and Swindon. Our outdoor activity based YAT Adventure Programme enables young people to challenge themselves, experience success, learn to go beyond their own expectations and grow in confidence. Through a series of residential camps and day activities they are able to build resilience, self esteem and develop social and life skills. The YAT Resilience Programme works to the same outcomes through a year long programme of monthly activities, home-based challenges and reflective practice. Our Mentoring Programme works with those young people in need of some additional individualised support at the end of our other programmes. The Trust’s Bursary Programme is open to all those young people who have completed an initial programme, in order to assist their next steps into further activities. Our aim is to make a lasting improvement to the lives of vulnerable young people. All our services are provided completely free of charge to the young people who are nominated by schools and other youth organisations to take part.
The Role
We are looking for a dynamic, motivated and inspiring individual to oversee and lead our new YAT Resilience Programme. Following a successful pilot in Wiltshire in 2023, we are now launching the programme in Somerset, a new geographical location for the Youth Adventure Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of YAT’s growth, leading our first move outside of Wiltshire and Swindon. There is plenty of scope to develop this new programme, ensuring it meets its objectives and gives the best possible opportunities to the vulnerable young people who are referred to build their resilience and therefore improve their future lives.
The Resilience Programme Lead will be responsible for;
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developing the content of the Resilience Programme including identifying, arranging and booking activities and other opportunities; and developing complementary materials such as reflective journals, take home challenges, online support and session plans for individual support.
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delivering the Resilience Programme to groups of young people, ensuring the highest standards of safety, wellbeing and engagement, acting as the key point of contact for them and their parents/carers throughout, and ensuring they get the maximum benefit from the opportunity.
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the continued review and development of the programme content, experience and learning opportunities to ensure maximum outcomes and that programme objectives are fulfilled. You will seek the views and feedback of young people, and include them as well as other stakeholders in its development. Having a high quality programme that meets its aims is of the utmost importance to YAT and this will require a reflective, insightful and creative leader.
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monitoring the impact of the programme on the young people taking part through use of our outcomes measurement tool and seeking feedback from young people, parents, referral agencies and volunteers. Reporting on this impact through success stories, data and analysis.
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working with the referral schools and young people’s families to promote understanding of the benefits of the programme, effective participation and ensure they have all the information they require. Providing parents/carers and referral schools with feedback to help support the young person’s development and wellbeing.
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line management for other Resilience Programme Managers, overseeing their workflow and delivery of the programme.
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working with the Volunteering Lead to recruit, train, support, organise and prepare volunteers who will work on the programme, including providing training and ensuring safe working practices and the highest standards of care and safeguarding. On activities you will oversee staff and providers who are brought in to support the delivery of the programme.
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overseeing the programme budget and ongoing expenditure review to ensure it is on track and achieves best value.
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overseeing and developing the programme’s website pages, database usage and administrative systems.
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scoping out and creating opportunities, contacts, networks and support in Somerset in order to raise YAT’s profile in the county.
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supporting the fundraising team through providing feedback, reports and supporting information to help acquire and maintain funding for the programme.
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attending parts of the YAT Adventure Programme, other events and volunteer training throughout the year in order to support the wider functions of the charity.
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acting as an ambassador for the Youth Adventure Trust at all times.
The Candidate
To be up to the challenge you’ll need an excellent understanding and a proven track record of relevant experience working with vulnerable and challenging young people. You’ll need demonstrable skills at building effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders; young people, parents/carers, schools, volunteers, professional organisations and providers. You’ll need strong leadership and motivational skills; the capacity to get the best out of people and confidently deal with complex issues and challenges. You’ll be an excellent communicator, planner and problem solver, a strong team player and an exemplary role model.
We need someone with;
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knowledge, understanding and commitment to the highest standards of safeguarding, and dedication to promoting the welfare and safety of young people.
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relevant experience of managing, supporting and developing secondary age young people in a group setting, as well as through individual work.
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experience and interest in outdoor and adventurous activities.
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strong leadership skills to motivate, support, energise and manage a team.
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skills to train and develop new and existing staff, ensuring they feel well supported and are able to fulfil their role to the highest standard.
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relevant experience of working with volunteers in the Third Sector, including recruiting, supporting and managing volunteers.
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experience of delivering training and strong facilitation skills.
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experience of working in partnership with other professional organisations.
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self-motivation with the ability to work on their own initiative to plan and manage their workload.
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strong IT skills including experience of MS Office, web based platforms and databases.
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excellent administrative skills and a methodical and thorough approach.
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the ability to perform well and problem solve in high-stress and changing situations. The ability to be flexible and dynamic in approach.
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excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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a positive attitude, high energy and enthusiasm for the work of the Youth Adventure Trust; an understanding of the positive impact outdoor adventure can have on vulnerable young people, and a desire to help inspire young lives.
In addition:-
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The ability to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends as required is essential - if you are looking for a predictable 9-5 work environment, this won’t be the right fit.
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A full current driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required.
Safer Recruitment
The Youth Adventure Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and requires all employees to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance.
Please be advised;
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a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Disclosure with Children’s Barred List will be required for this post;
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we will seek references on shortlisted candidates before interview, and may approach previous employers for information to verify particular experience or qualifications;
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if the applicant is shortlisted, any relevant issues arising from his or her references or application will be taken up at interview;
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in accordance with due diligence checks, online searches may be conducted as part of the selection process on shortlisted candidates;
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if the applicant is currently working with children, on either a paid or voluntary basis, his or her current employer will be asked about disciplinary offences relating to children, including any in which the penalty is “time expired” (e.g. where a warning could no longer be taken into account in any new disciplinary hearing), and whether the applicant has been the subject of any child protection concerns, and if so, the outcome of any enquiry or disciplinary procedure. If the applicant is not currently working with children but has done so in the past, then contact will be made with that employer who will be asked about these issues; and
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applicants should note that providing false information is an offence and could result in the application being rejected, or dismissal if the applicant has been selected, and possible referral to the police.
Please review our Safeguarding Policy available on our website.
How to Apply
Please complete the Application Form which includes the opportunity to outline why you think you are suitable for this role, making specific reference to the Job Description and Person Specification above.
The Application Form should be returned to:
Tessa Woodrow, Director of Programmes and Development
Applications Closing Date: 9am on Thursday 21st November 2024
Shortlisted candidates will be notified on Friday 22nd November
Interview Date: Thursday 28th November 2024
The Youth Adventure Trust sincerely thanks all those who apply, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Unfortunately we are unable to reimburse interview expenditure incurred.
Data Protection Statement
For information about how we use your data, please see the Privacy Policy on our website.
Equal Opportunities and Diversity Statement
The Youth Adventure Trust is an equal opportunities employer, values diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment.
We use outdoor adventure and one-to-one support to empower young people to fulfil their potential and lead positive lives in the future.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.