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We are recruiting a Communications Officer to join our team, helping us plan and deliver a full programme of engagement opportunities for our 60th anniversary year; drive membership of the charity and recruit volunteers; and deepen engagement with the cause across multiple audiences and touchpoints. 

We're looking for someone who will embody our values of being Attentive, Ambitious, Achievers and will bring all their communications experience to the organisation at an exciting and busy time.

About us

Carers UK’s vision is to create a society that recognises, values and supports carers. As the leading national charity for unpaid carers, we exist to make life better for carers, however caring affects them. Our support, advice, information and campaigning work are now needed more than ever, as unpaid carers are providing more and more care, adversely impacting on their own health and wellbeing.

About the role

The Communications Officer has a key role to play in planning and delivering communications to key stakeholders including carers, members, supporters, volunteers, partner organisations, and staff. The post holder will write, edit, co-ordinate and publish content across various channels, including the website, social media, digital, print and through integrated communications and marketing campaigns.

The Communications Officer will deliver consistent messaging, including across all nations, appropriate for audience and channel, that helps build awareness of, and connection to, Carers UK.

Diversity and inclusion

Carers UK is committed to becoming a diverse and truly inclusive organisation. We strive to create a workplace where our colleagues and volunteers can truly be themselves and feel like they belong and constantly seek to ensure all voices are heard.

To embrace this culture of diversity, our employee and volunteer recruitment should reflect our stakeholders and the society that we serve and support, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, physical abilities, disabilities or religious practices. We value individual diversity and are actively building diverse teams here at Carers UK and value our colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds.

As a membership charity for carers, we particularly seek employees and volunteers with a real understanding of the issues faced by carers. Reasonable adjustments can be made to the process and role dependent on the needs of the applicant.

At Carers UK we want our application process to be as accessible as possible. If you need any adjustments to apply please email the recruitment team to discuss.

The closing date for applications is 5pm, Thursday 24 October 2024

Carers UK anonymises all applications prior to shortlisting.

Carers UK reserves the right to appoint at any stage, should an outstanding candidate emerge.

Carers UK are actively interviewing as we receive applications.

Carers UK may carry out online and social media checks as well as seek references before a formal offer is made.

At MumsAid, we are passionate about supporting families during the crucial perinatal period. We are looking for a Clinical Lead to join our dedicated team and play a key role in extending our reach and impact. Our mission is to improve the mental health and well-being of pregnant women and mothers through compassionate care and innovative 

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the assessment and management of complex referrals
• Manage a small caseload and provide clinical supervision/guidance to trainees and colleagues
• Ensure the MumsAid therapeutic model is consistently applied throughout the clinical team
• Support the development and extension of our private counselling services
• Deliver PMH awareness training workshops to stakeholders and organisations

Clinical Lead Person Specification - Essential Qualifications and Experience:    

The successful candidate must:   

• Hold a professional qualification in psychotherapy/clinical or counselling psychology or equivalent, together with a minimum of 5-years post qualification experience.    
• Have a good working knowledge and awareness of perinatal mental health issues and experience of working with perinatal mental health and trauma informed practice.  
• Have experience of providing clinical supervision  
• Be accredited with an appropriate professional body e.g., BACP, UKCP or HCPC.  

Eligible to hold an enhanced DBS without barring.   

Why MumsAid?

• Our Values: We believe in the power of support and inclusivity for mothers and families.
• Employee Benefits:
  • 25 days Annual Leave with enhanced leave for continuous employment + birthday day off
  • Contributory Pension Scheme
  • Private health and wellbeing package (with upgrade options)
  • CPD and Supervision

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced clinician to lead our clinical team in an organisation that values diversity and inclusivity.

For more details, please see the full job description.

Interested?

To apply, send your CV and cover letter addressing the person specification

Note: We reserve the right to close the recruitment process prior to the closing date should a suitable applicant be found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Full Job Description and Person Specification

Please find the attached document for the complete job description and person specification.

Family Support Worker (School Practitioner) 

Location: Education Diversity, Blackpool

Hours: 35 hours per week, term time + 4 weeks

Salary: £24,271 - £27,020

Closing date: Monday 11th November 2024 - 9 am

Interview dates: Interviews will be held online, 21st November 2024 with second interviews in school during the following week.

This is a permanent position.

Our mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on. 

We are looking for a Family Support Worker to join our team and to make a difference in children's lives every single day. As the Family Support Worker, you will work directly with families, in partnership with school staff to help improve attendance, punctuality and engagements in learning. You will also deliver a programme of casework to promote and improve educational outcomes for the children and their families we support. 

You will have excellent relationship building and communications skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of people. This is an exciting role and vital to our success in achieving our goals. 

You’ll have previous experience of: 

• providing expert pastoral support

• working and engaging with parents, carers or guardians, children or individuals through individual and/or group-based support

• working in an educational or outreach environment 

• working effectively with social and emotional factors affecting a child’s capacity to learn

• working with families from diverse communities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to this advert. 

To apply for the role please click apply and complete the application form by Monday 11th November 2024 - 9 am.

We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. To find out more about our current initiatives and offerings, please view our EDI & Wellbeing initiatives document which you can find attached to this advert.

As an employer we offer:

• Perkbox membership 

• Employee assistance programme

• Life assurance 

• Pension scheme

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

School-Home Support​ ​takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. All roles within schools at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

Are you an organised and detail-oriented individual who enjoys providing essential support? We have a brand-new opportunity for a Support Services & Care Team Administrator to join our team helping us provide timely and effective assistance to people affected by motor neurone disease (MND).

In this role, you will manage the administration of our equipment loan and support grant services, ensuring requests are handled efficiently and swiftly. You'll review and process grant applications in line with our guidance policy, ensuring all information is accurate and complete. You will identify requests that should be treated as exceptions and escalate as appropriate.

You'll also liaise with health and social care professionals, branches and groups, and people affected by MND, offering guidance on alternative funding options. By proactively seeking additional funding from branches and groups, you'll ensure our support grants continue to make a difference.

The role involves administrative tasks such as managing payments, processing invoices, and maintaining accurate records. You'll also be responsible for updating databases, sending important correspondence, and ensuring our care resources are well-stocked and available.

Occasionally, you'll help organise internal and external meetings and events, booking venues and handling any necessary equipment and logistics.

This is a role that offers variety and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you have strong administrative skills, a proactive attitude, and a passion for helping others, we'd love to hear from you.

Hybrid Working Expectations: 2 days per week office attendance

(Flexibility to attend the office more regularly on occasion may be required to meet business needs.)

We understand the importance of work-life balance and are committed to supporting our employees' needs. We are open to part-time applications and job shares. If you are looking for flexibility, please clearly indicate your preferred working arrangement in your supporting statement.

What are we looking for?

You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, who can confidently provide high-quality customer service. You'll need to be comfortable handling sensitive information, with a strong understanding of data protection and confidentiality.

Attention to detail is key, as is the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment. You should be proactive in spotting and resolving issues as they arise. Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your workload effectively are essential.

Experience with Microsoft Office and databases is important, along with strong interpersonal skills that allow you to influence and negotiate with tact and diplomacy when needed.

For full role responsibilities please view the job description located within the Candidate Pack.

Our Benefits

• 28 days holiday, rising to 33 days after 5 years' service, plus Bank Holidays
• Access to UK Healthcare which includes reimbursement for dental appointments, eyecare, Health & Wellbeing screening and therapies
• Access to a 24/7 phone and video GP Service
• Life assurance
• Confidential counselling helplines
• Salary sacrifice schemes to include: Cycle to work & Buy and sell annual leave
• BenefitHub which offers lifestyle discounts and offers on everyday shopping
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Opportunities for training and personal development
• Hybrid working

About Us

Our vision is a world free from MND. Our mission is to improve care and support for people with MND, their families and carers. We fund and promote research that leads to new understanding and treatments and brings us closer to a cure for MND. The Association also campaigns and raises awareness so the needs of people with MND, and everyone who cares for them, are recognised, and addressed by wider society.

We are committed to equality and value diversity. We are working hard to remove perceived and actual barriers to participation for people with and affected by MND, current and future staff, volunteers, and stakeholders.

We guarantee interviews for disabled applicants that meet the requirements of the role as part of our commitment to the Disability Confident Scheme.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Adverts may be closed early, or interviews arranged once sufficient applications are received. Early applications are encouraged.

Sponsorship: If you require sponsorship for this role, you must clearly declare this with/on your application form so that we can consider whether you meet the eligibility criteria for sponsorship, either as a skilled worker or new entrant.

DBS: Depending on the nature of your role you may be required to complete a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Reasonable Adjustments and Alternative Applications: Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process, at either application or interview please contact us for support.

To provide an inclusive application process, we are open to receiving alternative applications from candidates who may find it difficult to complete our online form.

Recruitment Agencies: We work hard to fill our roles directly and request that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this role.

Evolve, a leading mental health counselling charity, is seeking a part-time administrator receptionist, to be the first point of contact for clients seeking our non-emergency professional mental health counselling services.

The postholder will manage phone calls and web enquiries through to successful conclusions via our Head of Counselling and their team of over fifty counsellors, creating and maintaining client records with Charitylog – a client records management system.

They will be the key source of information and support for this team of counsellors, who all work remotely currently across greater Cambridgeshire, Northants, and Peterborough areas, making sure they have all necessary support and information for their roles.

Our administrator will also organise and manage all other corporate information for the Trustee Board, the CEO, and their leadership team plus our volunteer staff – building an effective ‘memory’ for Evolve and helping us to grow and support more people.

More than a conduit for enquiries, the successful applicant will be initiative-taking and self-directing, taking immediate action and ownership of their tasks and ensuring 100% completion. A high degree of professionalism, and a regard for boundaries and confidentially are essentials, as is resilience for a sometimes-challenging role at a time of change and growth in Evolve. Strong abilities in the use of IT and especially records management systems are vital for this post.

Please refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification for full details of this role. We are wanting to make an appointment very soon and will review applications (CV plus covering letter addressed to the CEO) as they come in. Interviews will be via Teams, in two stages.

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and proactive IT professional to join The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR) as a Service Desk Support Coordinator. 

The successful candidate will be part of a friendly and high performing IT team. As a Service Desk Support Coordinator, you’ll be responsible for providing end-user support, assisting in staffing the IT Service Desk and helping to maintain the College’s IT infrastructure. With your excellent customer service skills, you’ll work closely with a variety of internal and external stakeholders providing to them a high standard of support, to achieve positive customer satisfaction outcomes.

What you’ll do:

• Provide day-to-day hands-on resolution of users ICS problems and issues which affect any aspect of RCR’s information systems.
• Keep service desk tickets updated in ITSM system.
• Carry out preventative maintenance of servers and systems.
• Ensure that resources are deployed as required, such as laptops, docking stations and AV/VC equipment.
• Deliver user training for new and existing IT systems. 

What you’ll need:

• Good customer service skills.
• Good knowledge of all Microsoft Office products.
• Understanding of PC builds, including installation of software packages 
• Effective interpersonal skills 
• Effective communication skills, able to adapt style to different audiences. 
• Self-starter, confident to initiate and progress work 

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity for you then please find out more about the role, the RCR and instructions on how to apply through the candidate pack.

Why join us?

• Make a difference to the lives of Doctors and the specialities they work in every day!
• Hybrid working (40% working week can be done remotely)
• Modern working environment
• Equipment provided to work from home
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Excellent pension scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Our Head of Membership Services will lead the development and implementation of an ambitious membership strategy and engagement plan, ensuring our offer remains competitive and meaningful, meets our members’ needs, and is responsive to feedback.

In this senior management role, you will be responsible for strategic and operational leadership of the membership team, ensuring that members have a positive and engaging experience, that their voices and interests are heard within RCEW, and their interests represented in decision-making.

You will lead on supporting our members to work within the framework of the Rape Crisis National Service Standards (2024), producing and updating guidance and information as necessary and facilitate the sharing of best practice through peer support spaces.

We require the post holder to be female - Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR), Schedule 9 (Work; Exceptions), Part 1 (Occupational Requirements), of the Equality Act (2010) applies. RCEW and local Rape Crisis Centres provide space where women and children who have experienced sexual violence and abuse are supported and can access services.

Are you passionate about local communities and the work of charities and community groups? Do you have an interest in developing your understanding of the needs and demands within our county? Would you like to be part of a team that is making a tangible difference to lives across Norfolk? If so, you might just have found your dream job.

Norfolk Community Foundation is looking to appoint a Programmes Support Advisor to help connect the local Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector to opportunities for funding and support. This is a perfect opportunity for someone wanting to developtheir career in the charity sector, learn or develop skills in grant-making, and see the difference you are making to local communities.

About the role

The Programmes Support Advisor works as part of the Programmes Team, dedicated to ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of Norfolk Community Foundation’s grant-making programmes.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Being the primary contact, advice and support to applicant organisations
• Promoting opportunities for funding and support
• Helping to design and implement funding programmes
• Carrying out due diligence checks on applications received, evaluating suitability for available programmes and presenting recommendations to fund holders
• Ensuring effective reporting on the progress and outcomes of funded projects, managing any issues that may arise, and presenting grant-making impact to fund holders
• Providing outreach support to grant applicants, including organising and participating in one-to-one meetings, site visits, seminars and workshops

About you

We are looking for someone who is passionate about what we do! You’ll have an interest in or understanding of needs and demands within Norfolk communities and be passionate about our missions.

You will be able to assess and interpret data and communicate clearly through excellent written and verbal skills whilst also being able to establish good relationships, rapport and credibility with a wide range of people.

Good IT, writing and teamwork skills are a key part of this role, as is the ability to follow policy and procedure. It is a busy role that will have many competing deadlines so the ability to structure and manage your own workload is also key.

There is opportunity for personal development in the role as well as to take on projects that interest you outside of the role’s core responsibilities.

What can we offer you?

We have a range of benefits that we offer our staff, including:

• 25 days holiday (pro rata) plus bank holidays
• Up to 3 ‘Development Days’ a year to pursue passions, volunteering or learn new skills
• Option for hybrid working 2 days a week (Mondays and Fridays)
• A health and wellbeing plan, providing money back on optical, dental, physiotherapy and more, access to advice and support, and discounts and rewards from hundreds of leading retailers, restaurants and destinations
• Pension scheme
• Death in service cover
• Training and development opportunities
• Visits to see the impact of the difference the Foundation is helping to make happen

Who are the Norfolk Community Foundation?

We are a local charity with a clear vision of strengthening communities from the bottom up to make Norfolk a vibrant and fairer place to live. Working in partnership with local charities and community groups by providing them with funding, leadership and guidance, we help to inspire local people and those with an interest in Norfolk to give funds, time and resources to support their communities.

Harris Hill is recruiting for a Part Time Director of Finance & Resources position for this UK & International Outreach Charity. (Hybrid)

• Responsible to: Chief Executive Officer
• Responsible for: A team of 6 personnel responsible for (2 in Finance), Human Resources, Personnel Support, Governance, Assurance and Compliance.
• Position & Hours: Part Time, 32 hours per week. Flexible over the week.
• Hybrid Working: A minimum of 2 days a week would be required at their offices in London

Please apply immediately

The Role

The Charity is looking for a qualified accountant to be their new (Hands-on) Part Time Director of Finance & Resources. You will lead a team of 6 individuals responsible for Human Resources, Personnel Support, Governance, Assurance, Compliance and Information Technology.

Becoming their Part Time Director of Finance & Resources will be an exciting opportunity to take the charity to its next level as we look to expand our presence nationally and internationally in 2025. The charity is constantly evolving, enhancing and developing vital links in the community on Land and Sea.

MAIN PURPOSES OF THE JOB

• Prepare and present the management accounts and related analysis, posting month end journals, ensuring bank and control account reconciliations are updated monthly. Prepare any other reports for the CEO and Trustees as required.
• Ensure financial filing systems and records are continually updated and appropriate evidence of financial controls are always available for audit.
• To produce financial reports for preparation of final audited accounts in line with current SORP guidance and accountancy standards. Lead contact with the auditors.
• Preparing and reviewing monthly cash flow and working capital.
• To ensure the efficient operation of all day-to-day financial transactions required using Salesforce CRM and Sage Line 50 software.
• Oversee payroll and pension processing. Coordinate the smooth operation of the monthly payroll with external bureau and ensure that all relevant requirements relating to PAYE, etc. are complied with.
• Promote accounting concepts such as accurate classification of revenue, expenditure, accruals accounting and materiality as part of an overall system of robust financial governance and budgetary control.
• Take responsibility for the charity’s accounting procedures, ensuring financial handbooks are kept up to date and all policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Maintain the Charity’s Fixed Asset register

Chief Executive Officer - Compass Wellbeing CIC
Lead Social Change and Champion Healthcare Equity

Compass Wellbeing CIC, a pioneering Community Interest Company owned by the East London NHS Foundation Trust (ELFT), is seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This is an exciting opportunity to lead an organisation dedicated to addressing health inequalities, promoting social justice, and improving community wellbeing across East London, Luton, and Bedfordshire.

About Compass Wellbeing:
Compass Wellbeing plays a crucial role in delivering ELFT's vision of creating resilient, equitable societies. They work in partnership with voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations to provide support for underserved populations, with a strong focus on improving mental health, expanding employment opportunities, and reducing digital exclusion. As CEO, you will build on its success and lead Compass Wellbeing into its next chapter of growth and increased social impact. To see more about the impact Compass Wellbeing delivers, please have a look at the latest impact report via this link.

About the role:
This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week), offering a competitive salary equivalent to NHS Agenda for Change Band 9 (circa £110-125k). The role is based in London, with flexible and hybrid working options available.

As CEO, you will provide inspirational leadership and strategic direction to Compass Wellbeing, ensuring that they remain at the forefront of social change. You will work closely with the Board to expand services, secure sustainable funding, and create innovative solutions to health and social inequalities. This role offers a unique opportunity to leverage partnerships and drive transformative change across multiple sectors.

Key Responsibilities Include:
* Providing strategic leadership to develop Compass Wellbeing's vision into clear objectives and robust delivery strategies.
* Overseeing all operational and financial performance to ensure services are high-quality, sustainable, and aligned with community needs.
* Building and nurturing strong relationships with key stakeholders, including the NHS, VCSE organisations, local authorities, and funders.
* Driving income diversification through grants, donations, and partnerships to ensure long-term financial stability.
* Championing social justice, health equity, and innovation in all aspects of service delivery.

How to Apply:
Charity People Ltd is acting as a recruitment agency advisor to Compass Wellbeing on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to and request a candidate pack from Fabrice Yala at Charity People for an informal conversation about the role or if you have further questions prior to applying

Timeline:
Q&A Webinar hosted by Compass Wellbeing, where they will share further insights and answer any additional questions you may have. Please register your interest in attending this webinar with your consultant and we will send you a link: on Tuesday 22nd October, 6pm.
Closing date for applications: Friday 8th November
Stakeholder Interview: Tuesday 26th November 2024
Panel Interview: Tuesday 3rd December 2024

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so we can help make the application process work for you.

Charity People actively promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. We match charities needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the charities with which we work.

A champion organisation for human rights, committed to standing up for those who are being denied justice, truth, freedom and dignity, is looking for a 2-month temporary Community Organiser to assist their CORE team.

Key responsibilities for this post will include:

• Building on the ongoing partnership with communities and partners, helping to build and diversify the organisation's movement throughout the UK.
• Working with their Trade Union partners and other campaigning partners to identify and facilitate opportunities to enhance their impact, including developing plans to achieve their campaign and organisational objectives.
• Recruiting, developing and supporting local/regional activist teams, advising and providing tools to develop plans for campaigns and activities relevant to the regional context.
• Mentoring and supporting partners/activist leaders, aiding their development as organisers and defenders of human rights.
• Maximising the use of appropriate communication channels including online and offline, to strengthen relationships and create audience focussed, accessible and engaging communications, events and materials in line with their movement to maximise Trade Union affiliation.
• Ensuring that necessary data is accurately updated on the organisation's database to be used for further analysis, learning and training purposes.
• Servicing and supporting the Trade Union network, their committees and other relevant groups to develop and execute plans in line with their movement strategy.
• Facilitating and supporting relevant partner/activist Committees to identify and develop tactical and strategic campaigning partnerships, including working with defined Campaigning Communities Committees to enable engagement and participation of other affiliated groups, activists and supporters.
• Using allocated budget parameters to design, manage and report on budgets.
• Keep up to date knowledge of external developments in community organising, activism, campaigning and communications, using insights to test and encourage new activities and ideas to progress organisational objectives.

To be considered for this role you will have:

• Worked in a similar post previously, or experience of successfully establishing, retaining and mobilising activist groups.
• Understanding of and passion and commitment to human rights.
• Experience within administrative support and event management, specifically community organising to affect change.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including confidence in public speaking to large groups.
• Strong ability to network and maintain relationships with stakeholders (particularly unions), including due diligence, risk assessment and mitigation and mediation of complaints.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building skills.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equality and Diversity.

This position is being offered on a temporary basis, to start as soon as possible, so you will need to be available immediately or have a short notice period to be considered.

If you are interested in finding out more information about this new opportunity, please register your interest below and submit your CV in Word format.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

The Role

At HTB and its related entities, our vision is to play our part in the evangelisation of the nations, the revitalisation of the church and the transformation of society. Each member of our team plays a vital role in making our vision a reality. As a Christian organisation our faith is an integral part of our working culture.

The key purpose of this role is to support the organisation by providing financial processes, information and strategies that contribute to the overall aims of the HTB Group and to ensure good stewardship of financial resources.
To ensure that the Finance functions, financial reporting and financial strategies support and contribute to the overall aims and success of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Will contribute fully to the day to day operation of their team or area, with flexibility and without the need for close supervision
• Using a good degree of proficiency and well - established professional knowledge, will analyse and help to find solutions to challenges and issues that arise
• Support the Alpha Financial Controller in running the reporting and reconciliation systems of Alpha
• Complete monthly reconciliations (such as accruals and prepayments), as directed by the Alpha Financial Controller or with the Processing Team, if the need arises.
• Work with Accounting Processing Team on their monthly reconciliations, providing support on purchase and sales ledger
• Review the twice-monthly purchase ledger payments and monthly payroll for Alpha providing first-time compliance and accuracy checks.
• Review the monthly credit card payments for Alpha to make sure compliance with the expense policy and accuracy checks.
• Take responsibility with the Alpha Financial Controller for ensuring strong financial controls, good governance, and statutory compliance
• Assist the Alpha Finance Director and Financial Controller with projects on an ad-hoc basis.
• Detailed monthly bank reconciliation for Alpha with queries sent to responsible person for posting.
• Assist the Alpha Risk and Governance Team with Due diligence on grants outward –ensuring these are recorded completely and accurately; and that due diligence requirements are followed up, assessed, and filed
• Take responsibility for detailed analysis and reconciliation of all regional expenditure and income analysis
• Monthly Intercompany reconciliations and follow up
• Supporting the development of financial awareness across the charity and its operations at all levels of management and administration
• Review/approval of new suppliers on Dimensions (including checking and entering supplier bank details in Dimensions and Stonex)
• Assistance with Monthly Management accounts (forecasting, liaison with departments/regions etc)
• Involvement in the annual budget process (e.g. arranging meetings & checking templates to budget steer)
• Involvement in the yearend accounts preparation and Audit (Fixed Asset register, other schedules, providing samples and explanations to auditors)
• Responsible for preparing and submitting quarterly HTBG VAT returns
• First line of support for Alpha budget holders when they have questions about codes/payments etc.
• Work closely with the Alpha Fund development team to update them on financial information for donor proposals.
Other:
• Take occasional lead in Finance Team prayer sessions.
• Helping with cash collections and counts on Gift Days, LC and Focus

The Right Candidate

• Qualified/Part Qualified or qualifying accountant (ACCA/CIMA)
• Well organised and confident with numbers.
• Word, Excel and Outlook experience.
• Experience in a Finance environment is strongly desirable
• Commitment to the vision and aims of the organisation.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a wide variety of tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.

The Working Environment

We have a purposeful working environment where we strive for excellence in everything we do. Our workplace culture is shaped by our values which are AUGHT. They are Audacity, Unity, Generosity, Humility and Tenacity. We respect and value our colleagues, encourage and affirm often, challenge when necessary, supporting always. It is an inspiring and energising place to work where innovation and creativity is encouraged alongside passion and discipline. The staff community is warm and engaging, with lifelong friendships being built.

The Latin American Women’s Rights Service (LAWRS) is a human rights and feminist organisation led by and for Latin American migrant women in the UK. Our work is dedicated to supporting the immediate and long-term needs of Latin American migrant women exposed to violations of their fundamental human rights; facing violence against women and girls, exploitation or trafficking; enduring difficult living and working conditions in low paid jobs and facing barriers to social protection.

LAWRS Social Change team reflects our inclusive approach to developing policy, advocacy and campaigning work by centring the experience of the most marginalised and excluded women to call for social justice. By enabling the participation of women with lived experience in policy and campaigning work our social change team promotes a holistic, rather than issue based, understanding of human rights violations experienced by Latin American migrant women in order to tackle systemic barriers that heighten migrant women’s vulnerability to abuses and which bars them from exercising their rights, accessing justice and leading violence free lives.

The post holder will be responsible for the implementation of LAWRS’ communications strategy working closely with the Policy and Communications team to provide digital, editorial, creative and operational communications support across the organisation’s work.

You will have an excellent command of English and Spanish or English and Portuguese.

This post is open to Latin American women only* in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and LGBTQ+ candidates as they are currently underrepresented within the team.

*women who identify as Latin Americans (1st and 2nd generation) and speak Spanish and/or Brazilian Portuguese.

Please note that only applicants with the right to work in the UK covering the duration of the contract will be considered for this position.

Please keep in mind that if you are shortlisted for an interview, you will be required to complete an exercise beforehand. 

Do you want a job where you can really make a difference?  Do you enjoy working with people?

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join the Carers Information Service as an Advice and Assessment Worker.

The Carers Information Service was established in 1997 and is part of the John Whitgift Foundation. We are a small, friendly team dedicated to providing free advice, information and support to carers in Croydon.

Offering a wide range of services including health and wellbeing activities, carer's assessments, respite care, bereavement support, digital and printed publications, meeting room hire and much more. We are supported by Croydon Council and work closely with colleagues across the borough from the voluntary and community sector, NHS, and local authority.

As an Advice and Assessment Worker your main responsibilities will be to carry out Carer’s Assessments, giving advice, information and support to adult carers who are looking after a relative, partner, friend or neighbour of someone who needs help due to illness, disability, or old age.

The ability to work well in a team is essential!

This role is for 35 hours per week.

As a Croydon Good Employer, we are recognised for ensuring our employees are paid a fair wage, for the support we provide to the local community, and the creation of job opportunities. 

All our staff benefit from a competitive remuneration package, including: 

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays 
• Membership of a generous money purchase pension scheme for all support staff that includes 3 x salary life assurance cover.
• Free access to an employee discount Club, which offers discounted rates on a range of products and services, including insurance, holidays and travel, fashion and retail 
• Membership of the Bupa cash plan scheme, which gives financial support towards the cost of optical, dental, and medical costs as well as a free 24 hour advice line for all staff 
• A range of family-friendly benefits including, enhanced maternity pay and childcare vouchers 
• Season ticket loan 

Closing date: 6 November 2024

Interviews will take place on Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th November.

However, applications will be reviewed daily, and interviews can occur at any stage after applications are received so we invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.  We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time.