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Summary & Purpose of role - what you will be achieving.

This role will lead the smooth delivery of London Youth’s flagship Quality Mark programme. This programme has three tiers:

• Bronze Quality Mark – focusses on the policies and procedures that youth organisations are required to have in place to ensure they operate legally and provide a safe environment for service users.
• Silver Quality Mark – focusses on the quality of an organisation's provision for young people as well as the level of commitment to ensuring staff and volunteers are trained to a high standard and deliver excellent youth work.
• Gold Quality Mark – focusses on the organisation's positive impact on young people as well as its commitment to continual improvement.

Our quality mark programmes play a key role in supporting the development of our valued members. This important work will benefit youth organisations for years to come, not only with improving their youth offer, policies and procedures and quality of their workforce; but it also supports organisations with securing funding as our quality marks are recognised by many London funders.

About the role – what you will be doing

You will be responsible for leading the team who deliver our bronze, silver and gold Quality Marks. This will involve line managing a Delivery Officer as well as supporting other members of the Membership Team to deliver this programme. You will be responsible for planning and chairing monthly quality mark meetings as well as creating clear systems and processes that will enable the team to deliver effective and standardised support to members during their quality mark journey.

You will be responsible for the quality mark data on our CRM (Salesforce) and will ensure this is up to date. You will utilise this data to monitor the progress of the delivery of each level quality mark and for reporting purposes internally and externally.

You will use evaluation and feedback data to ensure the Quality Mark remains relevant and that we continue to improve this part of our core offer.

You will be responsible for creating resources for our Quality Mark Resource Library as well as ensuring all quality mark related web pages up to date on our website.

Your role is focussed on the delivery of all three Quality Mark levels; you’ll induct members onto the programmes, support a percentage of them through the programme via online check in meetings and emails, and you will utilise your knowledge and experience of youth work practice to assess youth organisations quality mark evidence folders (you will receive specific assessors training).

You will have overall responsibly for all communications sent to members regarding the quality mark programme and will ensure our members receive excellent customer service.

You will work closely with our training lead to ensure we are offering training that supports our members to achieve a quality mark.

You will lead on the ‘young observers’ element of the silver and gold Quality Marks. The young observers are young people from our youth board that visit organisations undertaking a silver or gold quality mark and provide feedback on their experience.

About you – what you bring to the role.

You have considerable experience of designing and delivering successful youth work programmes and/or have a qualification in youth work (minimum level 3).

You will have experience of delivering face-to-face youth work. You are aware of the many issues young people may face and have the skills and knowledge needed to support them. (For clarity, this is not a frontline youth work role, however knowledge and experience in delivering youth work is essential).

You are an excellent communicator and are comfortable presenting to large groups of people and individuals.

You have significant experience of project management and are a proficient problem solver.

You have experience of line managing staff and/or volunteers.

You have a good understanding of what resources and support youth workers require in order to be the best they can be.

You have an excellent understanding of the youth sector – both the challenges it faces and the positive impact it has on young people.

This is a hybrid role (minimum two days in the office per week). Applicants must live in London.

Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. In 2024 we embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it. 

Location: Based in London, one day per week or two days per fortnight, with options for homeworking in line with Crisis’ Hybrid Working Policy.

About the role 

Homelessness is a scandal for our society. At Crisis, we are building a future where everyone has a safe, stable place to call home. As we launch into our bold new strategy, we need someone to grow, shape, and inspire our Corporate Partners, driving impact and accelerating their role in ending homelessness. 

As a Corporate Partnerships Account Manager at Crisis, you will step into a dynamic and rewarding role, where you can exercise your entrepreneurial spirit and proactive relationship management to drive bold, lasting change. 

In this role, you will manage a diverse portfolio of corporate partners with a focus on growth, crafting innovative engagement plans and fostering meaningful relationships to maintain, expand and diversify their support. Your creativity and strategic thinking will be essential in delivering transformative results, helping us meet ambitious income goals and fuelling our mission to end homelessness. 

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. You will work closely with teams across Crisis, ensuring that the voices of people with lived experience are at the core of our partnerships. You will thrive in a supportive, forward-thinking environment, where your ideas and contributions will be essential to success. 

What you’ll bring: 

• A demonstrable ability to deliver exceptional account management and build high-impact partnerships. 

• A track record of hitting and exceeding targets through a creative and strategically minded approach. 

• Outstanding communication and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire stakeholders at all levels. 

• A strong understanding of CSR and sustainability, paired with a proactive, innovative mindset. 

• A deep commitment to equity and to Crisis’ vision of a world without homelessness. 

This is your opportunity to bring real change to the lives of thousands of people across the UK at risk of or experiencing homelessness. In return, you will be supported in working towards your own personal goals, gaining valuable and diverse experience to drive your career forward. Join us and help us achieve the bold ambitions we strive for, to end homelessness for good. 

Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.

We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.  

Working at Crisis  

Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.

Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.

As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:  

• A competitive salary. Please note, our salaries are fixed to counter inequity and we do not negotiate at offer stage. 

• Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy.  

• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%  

• 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave.

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. 

• Flexible working around the core hours 10am-4pm  

• Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly  

• And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)  

Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.  

When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.

How do I apply? 

Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.

Closing date: Sunday 12 January 2025 at 23:55

Frist round of interviews will take place w/c 20 January via Microsoft Teams

Interview process: First round competency-based interview with second round likely to include a short presentation or written task.

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology for my application? 
We strongly discourage applicants from using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. This is so we can run a fair, transparent process which gives all applicants an equitable chance of success. We want to hear about your own experience and perspectives in your application and if shortlisted, during the interview too. 

Accessibility  

We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.     

 
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094  

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for service excellence and business growth? Strides Highbury Counselling Centre is looking for an innovative Service and Business Development Manager to lead the operational management of our counselling service and drive the development of our commercial opportunities.

Why Join Us?
At Strides, we bridge the gap in mental health services by providing affordable, long-term counselling. We also maximise the social value of our spaces to empower individuals and communities. Your work will make a real difference.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the service and administration team.
• Develop partnerships and manage commercial room hire to maximise income.
• Collaborate on service policies, marketing, and business development.
• Lead on health & safety, building management, and service delivery.

About You:
You bring experience in managing community counselling services, leading diverse teams, and building impactful partnerships. You’re organised, proactive, and ready to inspire your team and the community we serve.

Job Title: Finance Manager

Hours of Work: Minimum 22.5 hours up to 37 per hours per week

Salary Range: £40,000 - £43,000 pro-rata

Location: Flexible working, with main office base in Morley, Leeds, and occasional travel to the various trust offices across Yorkshire.

Line Manager: Finance Director

Responsible for:

The Finance function for Groundwork Yorkshire and its trading subsidiaries.  May also be responsible for the management of temporary staff, outside consultants, contractors, secondees and volunteers.

Objective:

To lead an excellent finance function that serves Groundwork Yorkshire and its subsidiaries ensuring robust financial management, planning, compliance and continued modernization.  You will play a key role in coaching and supporting our programme managers to ensure they are able to achieve financial targets, and you will work closely with the Finance Director to drive profitability and efficiencies through continuous improvement and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

Work with the senior management team and programme managers to monitor financial KPIs and budgets, reviewing and reforecasting as appropriate.

Manage and lead the Finance Team to maintain and develop the commitment and skills of all team members by regular communication, effective performance reviews and the provision of suitable training and development opportunities.

Maintain detailed insight into the financial position of the organisation, including monitoring cash flow, assessing the financial impact of proposed projects or activities, identifying opportunities for improvement, making financial adjustments and producing financial reports.

Produce monthly management accounts to an agreed timetable and communicate the results to the senior management team.

Provide sound, strategic financial advice to the Finance Director and senior management team to support the long-term financial viability of the charity and its trading subsidiaries.

Collaborate with programme managers to develop a detailed understanding of Groundwork’s full programme of activity, provide monthly financial analysis of each programme and liaise monthly with each of the programme managers individually to ensure they have a full understanding of their programme’s financial performance, highlighting any areas of risk and recommending remedial action.

Prepare year-end accounts ensuring statutory financial reporting for audit in line with SORP recommendations and requirements.  Take the lead on liaising with auditors and the successful delivery of the audit.

Ensure the accuracy of payroll and pension including liaising with pension providers, HMRC and other agencies as appropriate.

Ensure VAT is managed, and returns are accurately prepared and submitted.

Maintain all financial records and systems to a high standard of accuracy (including addressing any discrepancies in reconciliations) in accordance with accounting principles, auditing standards and to meet external legal and tax requirements.

Uphold the regulations outlined in the General Authorities Manual, maintain the fixed asset register and process depreciation.

Ensure financial management systems are effective and implement changes as required.

Comply with all requirements as set out in Groundwork Yorkshire’s Health & Safety, Safeguarding, Information Management and EDI policies and procedures.

As well as carrying out specific duties, participate in the wider activities of the charity and its trading companies.

Other duties as required by the Finance Director to ensure the efficient running of the section.

Job role: Programmes Manager

Salary: £45,000, plus generous benefits

Contract type: Permanent

Full-time/Part -time: 35 hours; flexible working considered

Key dates: Closes 23:59, Monday 6 January 2025, Interviews w/c 20 January 2025

Foundations strives to be a great place to work, where everyone is high performing and where together we achieve impact that makes a real difference for vulnerable children and families. We focus on using and championing high-quality evidence, working directly with government and local leaders to provide practical solutions and encourage change. We’re an organisation with ambitious aims and our people are essential to our success.

The Programmes Team at Foundations plays a key role in the generation of actionable evidence in early intervention and children’s social care. We strive to raise the standards and volume of good quality research in the sector by identifying promising interventions and building up and strengthening the sector’s capacity to take part in, learn from and use high quality evidence.

We use programme funding as a mechanism to support the generation of new evidence where there are gaps, and as a lever by which to influence the standards of research in the wider sector. As a What Works Centre, we fund the delivery of a programme in order to commission an independent evaluation to determine the impact of these interventions on outcomes of interest.

The Programmes Team is responsible for ensuring grant funding and commissioning are done to the highest standards across the organisation and the team also oversees a varied portfolio of delivery grants.

Our Programme Managers span many areas of expertise. We're therefore looking for an individual to join our team, with strong experience in one or more of the following areas:

· Project management and/or programme management

· Grant making or commissioning

· Grant management.

We are particularly keen to see applicants with the above experience who have worked in the early intervention and children's social care sector and/or research sector. We also welcome applications from individuals who have lived experience of children's social care, or who have worked directly in practice.

We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all our employees. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe it’s vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of our stakeholders, and the wider society in the UK, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities.

We offer excellent salaries, learning and development opportunities, and a great office location situated in the heart of St James’s. We work in a hybrid and flexible way at Foundations that recognises the importance of a good work-life balance.

Closing Date: 23:59, Monday 6 January 2025

Interviews (Virtual): w/c 20 January 2025

Our Human Resources Manager is a senior role working closely with the Head of Finance and Internal Operations, the Chief Executive and the Human Resources Strategic Projects Lead in the delivery of a professional, progressive and proactive Human Resources function, working in line with our values. You will have the opportunity to shape our approach to this important function, will work with brilliant and friendly colleagues and will go home every day knowing you have made a difference.

You will support the senior leadership team, managers and staff throughout the organisation to deal with HR related matters in whatever form they take. You will manage a busy caseload, advising on performance, absence and sickness management, recruitment and retention in line with employment law, our policies and good HR practice, as well as ensuring good HR administration throughout the employment life-cycle. You will provide informal advice, coaching and mentoring to managers on all aspects of employee relations, through a variety of 1-1 meetings, informal training sessions/workshops and briefings. You’ll meet regularly with managers to develop a thorough understanding of their needs, and help them to identify and resolve emergent issues before they become more serious. You will also be responsible for more strategic matters such as development of employment policies, procedures and practices, our learning and development offer and management of our payroll.

We are looking for an experienced HR generalist with good knowledge of employment law and HR good-practice and some knowledge of payroll. As part of a small team, we need someone with experience to deal with the multiple facets of HR and someone who is a “doer”. You will be able to work flexibly, independently and ​​have a willingness to take on new challenges and lead in your area of expertise. We are looking for ​​an individual with strong organisational and administration skills, who can comfortably balance operational day-to-day tasks alongside the provision of insight and expertise into long term projects and initiatives. Empathy and an understanding of the importance of process are important characteristics.

Battersea’s Finance and Corporate Services incorporates a range of functions that support the rest of the organisation, working strategically and collaboratively to ensure that Battersea can be here for every dog and cat. 

We are looking for someone to join our team as a Risk Manager, to manage and improve Battersea’s existing enterprise risk management approach at a strategic and operational level. 

To be successful in this role, you will have strong experience of being a risk leader, a comprehensive understanding of enterprise risk management, and practical application of risk management across a similarly sized organisation, with significant analytical skills. 

What we can offer you:

In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:

We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:

We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best. 

More about us:

At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 6th January 2025
Interview date(s): w/c 13th & 20th January 2025

To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.

Who we are looking for: We are seeking an individual who is experienced in charity sector work and is enthusiastic about building community and assisting people in hardship and poverty. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of welfare rights advice work and a background in the charity sector. They will have a vision for how to help the charity reach it’s potential and continue the legacy of excellent advice provision that is already established.

The successful candidate will need to be self-motivated, dynamic and enjoy leading a small team of staff and volunteers. They will have a high level of English language skills both written and oral and will be a good listener able to empathize with people in distress.

Responsibilities include:

· Responsible for the day to day running of the Centre, including recruiting, training, monitoring and support of staff and volunteers.

· Securing funding agreements through writing funding bids and building partnership work.

· Lead on the promotion of the Charity and liaison with other organisations, including statutory bodies such as HMRC, Charity Commission and Borough Council, plus churches and church organisations, councillors, food banks and the local MP.

· Maintain adequate records and provide full reports and statistics for funding bodies and trustee meetings.

· Counting and securing daily cash takings and liaison with Treasurer to establish budgets and monitor cash flow

· Keep up to date with relevant legislation.

· Identify need in the community and set up appropriate groups/projects to address those needs, in consultation with the Board of Trustees

· Manage a complaints process approved by the Trustees.

· Overseeing staff welfare rights and employment advice casework and manage the casework systems.

· Overseeing enquiries in person, by telephone and by email.

· Overseeing case records for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval, monitoring, and reporting

· Undertake any other reasonable requests, consistent with the purpose of the post, as directed by the Board of Trustees including occasional advice appointments.

Personal Qualities and Skills

There is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder will be a practising Christian.

Experience of using IT case management databases

Ability to communicate clearly both written and orally

Facilitation skills

Customer focused

Ability to recognise key issues and recommend actions

Ability to prioritise

Commitment to Equal Opportunities

Ability to achieve solutions using own initiative

Operates effectively under pressure

Ability to work co-operatively with others and gain the trust and respect of colleagues

Ability to work on own initiative

Willingness to undertake job related training

Ability to develop and support group work

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to motivate others

Experience of delivering advice and guidance

Experience of managing others and supervising casework

Qualifications:

Essential: GCSE or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English – Grade C and above.

Desirable: Advice and guidance qualifications

Safeguarding:

A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be a requirement once a conditional offer of employment is made to successful candidates.

Application deadline:

Applications must be received in the format stated above by Wednesday 8th January 2025. Interviews are currently scheduled for Wednesday 15th January 2025

We are working in partnership with the Maritime Volunteer Service (MVS) who are seeking a Fundraising Manager to manage their income generation via fundraising. The role will focus on enabling the growth and advancement of their mission in line with their strategic plan, whilst increasing opportunities for the development of new and existing projects.

MVS is a recognised national maritime training organisation, and a UK registered charity with more than 20 units around the country providing training to nationally and internationally recognised standards, serving local communities especially in times of need or emergency and taking part in resilience exercises ashore and afloat.

In this newly created post, the Fundraising Manager will lead on fundraising strategy and activity and will identify and develop a range of relevant income streams and opportunities to meet income targets, including trust and grants, corporate partnerships and legacy fundraising. Building on existing networks to develop strong relationships with members, key donors and sponsors, you will be able to analyse activity, providing accurate reporting on fundraising targets and income, whilst ensuring compliance and implementing best practice with respect to fundraising.

You will:

• Have fundraising experience with demonstrable management of a diverse range of income streams such as corporate fundraising, trusts and foundations, legacies, major donors and individual giving.
• Be results-driven with proven success of writing and delivering fundraising proposals, and meeting income targets.
• Be highly numerate and confident in handling financial data, and the ability to assimilate complex information.
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of legal, regulatory and best practice guidelines around fundraising including Gift Aid, GDPR and the Fundraising Regulator’s Code of Practice.
• Have effective marketing capability including website, content, press and social media, with knowledge of digital marketing tools e.g. CANVA / Mailchimp.

We are seeking a strong generalist fundraiser, with exceptional interpersonal and communications skills (both written and oral). You will be able to develop, manage and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders and be self-motivated. This rewarding role will come with the autonomy to shape and lead a new approach to fundraising for MVS, and you will have the opportunity to manage own time and workload.

For more information, please contact Louise Portnall, Recruitment Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment.  Your application should be submitted through the Charisma website and include your CV and supporting statement.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.

Location: Home based/Remote

Salary: £34,000 – 38,000, based on £42,500 - £47,500 FTE

Closing date for applications: 12 January 2025

Interview date: 22 January in London

We are looking for an experienced, proactive and creative fundraiser to develop and manage individual giving at our national charity. As the sole individual giving fundraiser at the charity, this is a multi-faceted, strategic thinking role with room for growth. Your role will involve a variety of duties, including annual planning for individual giving activities to grow and develop our supporter base; budget management; development of stewardship including a supporter journey to grow connections to the charity; and line management responsibility for the Fundraising Administrator.

Individual giving is an area of growth for the charity and we are looking to build on what has already been achieved in this area. Working in our fundraising team, you will contribute to the wider aims of the team and organisation, developing and delivering individual giving and stewardship for supporters to develop and grow this income stream further.

You will continue development on a creative and comprehensive individual giving programme focusing on in memory, lottery, direct marketing and appeals, regular and payroll giving, gifts in wills and membership schemes. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to bring their knowledge, skills and experience in the charity sector to our organisation. You will represent and promote the work, vision and purpose of the Huntington's Disease Association.

This is an essential role in a small, national organisation supporting people affected by Huntington's disease.

Learn more about the role in the job pack included.

We are committed to equal opportunities in our recruitment process and in order to find out how well we are doing, we collect monitoring data. This will not form part of the selection process in any way and will be used for monitoring purposes only. The completion of this form is voluntary.

The Huntington's Disease Association is looking for someone with the ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of adults at risk, children and young people. We follow safer recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the people we work with. We require the successful candidate to provide two employment references and undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for enhance disclosure before joining the charity.

Full details of how we securely handle the data you provide to us as part of the recruitment process can be found in our privacy notice for job applicants on our website.

Click on 'apply' to begin your application. To ensure your consideration, please upload both a CV and cover letter. Your cover letter should include why you are applying for the role and how you meet the requirements of the person specification. The job description and person specification can be found within the job vacancy pack.

Applications submitted without a CV and cover letter will not be considered.

Closing date for applications is Thursday 2nd January 2025, 9 am. 

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 15th January 2025.

Benefits:

* 25 days annual leave plus public holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
* A pension scheme with 3% employer contribution
* Medicash scheme
* Tax-free working from home allowance
* Flexible working approach
* Supportive and positive working environment
* Fantastic learning and development opportunities

ABOUT THE ROLE 

We are seeking a skilled Bid Manager and Proposal Writer to join our dynamic Bid Team within the Development, Marketing, and Communications Department at Social Interest Group (SIG). This role is key to driving our growth and enhancing the delivery of our vital services.

As Bid Manager and Proposal Writer, you will lead competitive tendering processes, craft compelling bids and proposals, and provide strategic insight into market trends to guide organisational development. You will also play a pivotal role in producing high-quality proposals that clearly articulate our vision, services, and value to commissioners and funders.

Working collaboratively with internal teams, you will identify funding opportunities, develop high-quality submissions, and ensure our proposals align with both national policies and the needs of local communities.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS ROLE 

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving the success and growth of Social Interest Group (SIG). As a Bid Manager and Proposal Writer, you will be at the forefront of making a real difference by securing vital contracts and partnerships that support our mission of empowering vulnerable people. Your ability to create engaging, well-crafted proposals will be instrumental in helping SIG grow its impact and achieve its objectives. 

Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, 09:00 - 17:00 Monday to Friday, based in our central office in Islington, hybrid with flexible work from home available. You will also be expected to travel across London and the South East, as well as our other locations to attend market engagement and bid related activities and attend regular service visits. 

What are we looking for?

• Previous experience in a similar role with responsibilities such as securing new bids and/or retaining existing contracts.
• Demonstrated expertise in bid and proposal writing, including reviewing and editing content.
• Proficiency with IT systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and the ability to quickly learn new software programs.
• A keen eye for detail and the ability to create engaging, high-quality content, with strong proofreading skills.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with tender portals and the ability to navigate them efficiently.
• Willingness to travel to attend market engagement events and service visits for a deeper understanding of SIG's offerings.
• Research skills to review and synthesise large amounts of information, informing model development and shaping tender responses. 

What we offer

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service
• Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
• Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Annual Staff Awards

WORKING FOR US

ABOUT US

Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.

SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.

Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change

Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.

Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website. 

We are an inclusive employer, committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We have a team of ambassadors who are staff volunteers and actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. 

Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We are an inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details above. 

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.

Are you ready to support a dedicated team of expert practitioners supporting young prison leavers to transform their lives? Switchback supports young Londoners to live life differently after prison with award-winning results. At the heart of the organisation, our Delivery Team has grown quickly over the last four years to ten Switchback Mentors with two Delivery Managers and a Pathways Partnership Manager.

The Delivery Manager role leads on ensuring our team of Switchback Mentors, who work within prisons and the community, have the support, systems and processes in place to deliver the Switchback programme effectively, maximising the impact for Trainees. Caseloads are deliberately small; Mentors work with no more than five Trainees at a time, with an annual Trainee minimum target of 10-12.

The post holder will be responsible for line managing Switchback Mentors, providing support, development, and motivation to ensure the delivery of the Switchback programme to a high standard, in line with the organisation's approach and values. Additionally, they will ensure that the Delivery Team’s operational processes are well-developed and effectively implemented.

Working alongside the Head of Delivery, CEO and one other Delivery Manager, you will ensure that the insights from our work with Trainees inform the continued development of our programme and methodology. You will also support the Head of Delivery to implement improvements to our model, including piloting and assessing new approaches and adaptations, so we can continuously strengthen and grow our offer to reach more men in the justice system.

Events Manager
Leatherhead, Surrey​
Up to £40,000 per annum + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension)

About the role:

We are looking to appoint an Events Manager who will be responsible for leading the events programme. This will include developing, promoting and delivering a range of events that maximise income, drives supporter engagement and raises our profile.

Reporting to the Head of Communication, the Events Manager will work closely with the organisation senior stakeholders and the fundraising teams to develop a strategy for special events that drives major funder engagement, cultivates opportunities, and maximises income.

You will manage event committees, nurture relationships with key individuals and positively influence their engagement and contributions to the Rainbow Trust special events and sports programme.

What we’re looking for:

• Friendly, enthusiastic and socially-focused – outgoing, warm and friendly, you quickly connect with others and build effective working relationships.

• A motivating and persuasive communicator – your communication style will provide the information needed in an informal manner.

• Knowledge of the principles that underpin good customer care – you adhere to established guidelines, policies and procedures, and provide excellent customer service.

• You thrive working in a busy environment on multiple priorities simultaneously – results-oriented and a fast learner, you respond quickly to pressure and a changing environment.

• Confident use of MSOffice and some experience of using a database – you have strong attention to detail, are comfortable working with data, and produce high quality accurate work.

• Applications will be particularly welcome from those who have experience of Events– working to secure new events with an understanding of Special Events Committees and networks.

What we offer:

We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes:

• Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
• Access to the Blue Light Discount Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
• Time off in lieu
• 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
• Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes
• Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
• Pension scheme (we will contribute 5% of your salary and you will contribute at least 3%)
• The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and half day Christmas shopping
• A recommend a friend recruitment referral bonus

About us:

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed.

How to apply:

Please send your CV and a covering letter highlighting why your application should be considered above others to us via the link.

Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application.

Interviews will take place at our Head Office in Leatherhead. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.

Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.

Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.

Registered Charity No: 1070532

Role Title: Temporary Operations Manager (Maternity Cover)
Salary: £41,463.70 FTE per year (pro-rata to 4 days per week)
Contract length: 12 months (fixed term) March 2025 to March 2026
Location: Hoxton, London UK

Deadline for applications: Sunday 19th January 2025
Shortlisting / Interviews: second half of January 2025
Start Date: March 2025

Counterpoints Arts is a leading national organisation working at the intersection of arts, migration and social change. For 12 years, Counterpoints Arts has been at the vanguard of cultural commissioning and practice, supporting and producing the arts by and about migrants and refugees, ensuring that their contributions are recognized and welcomed within British arts, history and culture.

The range of Counterpoints Arts’ work has grown considerably since it was founded in 2012 and we are now seeking someone to lead on Operations Management whilst our current Operations Manager is on maternity leave. This role is key to ensuring the smooth running of our charity’s operations, including overseeing day-to-day administrative, financial, and HR functions. The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive, and have a strong background in charity operations or a similar role within the nonprofit sector. We are particularly interested in recruiting someone whose values align with the charity's mission and overall team culture.

Counterpoints Arts aims to attract and retain talented people from all backgrounds to its team. We particularly welcome applications from those who have been historically excluded from the cultural sector, including people with lived experience of displacement, people of colour and other ethnic global majoraties, people who identify as LGBTQ+, disabled people and people from a working class background.

Other details:

• Good employee benefits, including flexible working, access to an EAP programme, individual wellbeing budget, 28 days leave including bank holidays (pro-rata) and a dedicated training budget

Responsibilities:

Overall, the role involves ensuring smooth daily operations and charity compliance, managing office administration, supporting team productivity and wellbeing, and liaising with external stakeholders and suppliers.

Finance and Fundraising:

• Ensure financial compliance and oversee bookkeeping, invoicing, and grant payments.

• Support budgeting, financial reporting, and planning with the Director.

• Monitor charity management accounts, project income, and expenditure.

• Manage year-end accounts, filing with the Charity Commission, and Company House.

• Write funding applications and reports, maintain funder relationships, and ensure grant reporting deadlines are met.

• Ensure provisional figures are submitted to various funders and entities

• Write narrative report to go alongside financial report for year end accounts

Board and Senior Management Team:

• Support the Director in preparing Board papers

• Support SMT meetings and assist the Board with reminders and actions

• Update the Risk Register every 6 months according to updates agreed at Board meetings

​HR and Policy:

• Lead on HR activities, annual leave, TOIL, pensions, and contract administration.

• Oversee payroll, recruitment, staff wellbeing, and compliance with employment law.

• Manage temporary staff and freelancers, and update HR policies as needed.

• Lead on the annual team training programme and supporting team with individual

  training ambitions

• Support all staff with wellbeing needs and help address issues with individual wellbeing.

• Organise team training, away days, and foster a positive team culture.

• Ensure staff adherence to policies (e.g., annual leave, sickness, TOIL) and promote

  inclusive work practices.

• Support with Risk Assessments and Safeguarding assessments and help respond to safeguarding concerns or incidents

• Support with Activity Planning

• Support with any placements/internships

• Organise annual DBS checks for all staff

IT:

• Manage all IT systems used by the team of staff and freelancers, including Slack and Google Workspace.

• Oversee CA website management including updates and resolving issues as needed with the web developers

• Communicate any server or IT issues promptly with the team

• Encourage best practice for cyber security to all team members and work with staff to resolve any cyber security issues that arise Compliance and Governance:

• Ensure legal and regulatory compliance, including Charity Law, Data Protection, Health & Safety and Employment Law, and support implementation of relevant policy with the Board and Senior Management Team.

Office Management:

• Manage office logistics, filing, GDPR compliance, and health and safety.

• Ensure safeguarding protocols are in place, reporting issues to the landlord/Building Manager as needed

• Manage insurance renewal and any issues with insurance throughout the year, including

  additional insurance premiums / cover and any claims

Required Experience:

• Proven experience in an operations or administrative management role within a charity, arts, or non-profit organisation.

• Strong financial literacy and experience managing budgets.

• Excellent attention to detail: Highly organised with a focus on accuracy, best practice and compliance.

• Knowledge of HR processes, including recruitment, payroll, and fostering positive work culture

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential staff and organisational information

• Excellent organisational and project/task management skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Highly literate in IT: experienced with Word, Excel, Google Workspace, Slack, and other organisational software.

• Proactive and adaptable: able to take initiative, prioritise tasks, and adapt quickly to changing circumstances.

• Collaborative with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of working with a range of colleagues, stakeholders, suppliers and partners across the sector.

• Passionate about organisational planning and supporting teams to operate at their best.

Desirable Experience includes:

• Lived experience of displacement

• An interest in/passion for arts and migration

Values and Beliefs underpinning our work

Our work is organised around a set of core values and beliefs that guide our work and inform our decisions.

Our working culture, created through the interactions of our staff, volunteers, trustees, artists, partners and wider network, is based around the principles of mutual respect, collaboration, trust, care, generosity, transparency, accountability and deep commitment to our work.

We are dedicated to ensuring fairness and equity for all staff, regardless of their position, gender, age, race, religion, or background.

How To Apply

Please note that applicants must have a current legal right to work in the UK (this job does not qualify for the UK Skilled Worker Visa).

Please send the following documents to us by email with ‘Operations Manager (maternity cover)’ as the subject, by Sunday 19th January 2025:

• An up-to-date, comprehensive CV

• Covering letter (max one page) outlining how you meet the role and person specification criteria

• A completed Equality Diversity Form. Please download, complete and attach to your application form.

  We encourage applicants to apply even if you don’t feel like you meet every criteria, and please contact us if you have any questions or would like to arrange an informal chat about the role.

  We will review all applications and hold interviews in the second half of January 2025 with the successful candidate starting in March 2025.