Social Work Jobs

£57,545 per annum

37.5 hours per week

Putney Office / Hybrid working

About Us

Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.

St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man.  We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do.  We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.

We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong.  We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.

About the Role

To provide overall leadership on the strategic development and income by ensuring the organisational support services are enabled through: tendering activity, project management, fundraising, and achieving placement targets.

St Christopher’s Academy

When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. 

Applicants should have

• Education to A level standard, or equivalent.
• Previous sector or relevant experience within a similar environment where the customer is a public body.
• Experienced selling & promoting spot purchase fostering, children’s residential, leaving care & supported accommodation.
• People Management experience and working collaboratively with key stakeholders.
• Strong business plan, tenders and bids writing skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with commissioners and deliver effective presentations.
• Analytical skills - the ability to analyse financial & statistical data to inform decision-making.

What you should expect from us

• £57,545 per annum.
• Annual salary review based on performance.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
• Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy.
• Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
• BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.
• Discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Discretionary funded training programs.
• Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
• Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.

Recruitment Process

At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.

Your online application must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification.

Closing date: 11th August 2024

Interview date: 21st and 28th August 2024

We advise to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

St Christopher’s Fellowship has a minimum age requirement of 21 for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and semi-independent Homes.

You will be an energetic and enthusiastic qualified teacher with experience of working with children from Early Years Foundation Stage through to Key Stage 2. You will play a key role in raising the children’s attainment and achievement at school, and will be committed to enhancing the lives of children in the local Traveller community.

Key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• To contribute to the raising of attainment and achievement of children from the Traveller community. With particular focus on reading, writing & spelling.
• To provide out of hours teaching at the mini-club across the Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2, up to age 8.
• Help children access learning activities through a range of support strategies including ICT.
• To liaise closely with the Traveller Teacher/mentor at Oxford Gardens to share information about the children’s attainment levels, planning and the support that is needed for individual children.
• Provide objective and accurate feedback and reports if necessary on the children’s achievements and progress.
• To work in partnership with the Travellers’ families encouraging them to be involved in their children’s learning.
• Help set-up the classroom and clear down once lesson has finished.

Experience, knowledge and skills:

• Experience of teaching in one or more of the following key stages: Early Years Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 is desirable, but not essential.
• Experience working with children and their families from the Traveller community is desirable but not essential.
• Experience of working in partnership with schools, other support services and statutory agencies.
• Successful direct experience of teaching children with additional needs.
• Full working knowledge of relevant policies/codes of practice and awareness of relevant legislation relating to Traveller communities.
• Ability to self-evaluate learning needs of children and be able to actively seek additional learning opportunities.
• Possess good interpersonal/communication skills and be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in a range of situations.
• A good understanding of the local area would be highly desirable.

Qualification

• Qualified teacher status (QTS) or equivalent.

Benefits of working with us:

• Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington
• Sick pay scheme
• Investor in People (IiP) employer
• Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Season ticket / bicycle loan
• Free eye test voucher

The application deadline is Sunday 4 August 2024 when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early.  An early application is strongly recommended.

Contract: Permanent
Location: Home-based, but with on-site meetings
Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer
Hours: Full-time – 35 hours per week. A 50:50 job share may be considered.
Salary: In the range £36,400 - £40,200 depending on experience

Background
Evolve is a Cambridgeshire-based charity (a CIO), founded in 1978, which provides affordable mental health counselling to adults in Cambridgeshire and surrounding counties. We deliver talking therapies to adults – online and in person. The Evolve counselling community is made up of around 50 qualified practitioners working part-time at donated or subsidised rates. Our service delivers around 500 counselling sessions per month to a broad range of individuals, many of whom would not otherwise be able to access counselling support. Evolve also provides supervision, reflective practice, critical incident support and mental health awareness and related training to organisations.

Main purpose of the job
The Head of Counselling works with our counsellor members and executive team to ensure that Evolve is the local counselling charity of choice - managing existing client relationships and service contracts, as well as seeking and securing new business. They are responsible for the clinical leadership of our counselling and related services to clients, and for supporting, motivating, and managing our counsellor members.

About the candidate
The successful candidate will be an appropriately qualified and experienced individual who has leadership expertise, with the ability to engage with colleagues, trustees, counselling clients, organisational contacts and other stakeholders. They will have demonstrable experience of delivering a high-quality service in line with ethical standards and good practice, monitoring and evaluating impact and outcomes, as well as identifying and implementing, alongside other members of the executive team, service development/improvement and growth initiatives. They should also have a good understanding of the commercial considerations of managing a counselling service, and have experience of successful funding proposal/ bid writing and delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Management

• Overall responsibility for incoming referrals and allocations as well as ongoing management of clients and any waiting lists.
• Monitor the balance between counsellor capacity and client demand. 
• Provide leadership and support to the counselling members.
• Be the first point of contact for clinical advice and enquiries.
• Ensure the quality of provision to clients and the care of counsellors.
• Lead on revising, updating of existing, and writing of new, clinical policies and procedures to ensure compliance with charity standards as well as ethical and legal standards.
• Liaise with the CEO as Designated Safeguarding Lead, taking responsibility as the Counselling Safeguarding Lead. This includes ensuring that Evolve adheres to local and national guidelines for safeguarding and that issues relating to client risk are appropriately dealt with.
• Oversee counselling members’ health and safety including lone working and risk assessment.
• Manage and respond to complaints in line with Evolve’s procedures.
• Monitor, implement and ensure clinical service compliance with GDPR standards.
• Report on clinical service performance and attend Trustee Board meetings as required.

Training and development

• Ensure that all counsellors have the appropriate training, experience, and specialist knowledge required to support Evolve clients, including identifying training and development needs.

Recruitment

• Lead the recruitment of new counsellors, including interviewing potential new members as well as clinical induction and training of new counsellors.
• Oversee the annual membership renewal process, ensuring all members are compliant with Evolve requirements.

Monitoring and impact analysis

• Take responsibility for client feedback, ensuring comments are reviewed and acted on as appropriate.
• Compile reports and impact analysis as required, for internal and external stakeholders.

Business Development and General requirements

• Work alongside the CEO and executive team to represent Evolve and promote awareness of Evolve’s services along with the importance of mental health awareness and support. Provide clinical and commercial input to funding proposals and/or new service developments.
• Participate in Evolve’s committees, support work with the Trustee Board, and through events for the membership, to shape the future development growth and sustainability of Evolve Counselling CIO.
• Build and maintain effective external professional networks within Evolve’s operational areas.
• Work closely with the Administrator to ensure all data regarding members and clients is up to date, appropriately recorded and in line with Data Protection guidelines.
• Provide input to Evolve’s website and social media presence and other marketing channels, suggesting and writing content for posts and resources as required.
• Ensure effective partnership working with those charities and other organisations with whom Evolve collaborates.

The above list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and the post-holder may be required to carry out such other duties as required from time to time on-site and working from home which are broadly consistent with the status of the post within the charity.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Education, Qualification and Training

• Degree level or minimum level 4 Diploma qualification in Counselling or Psychotherapy.
• Diploma in Clinical Supervision (or equivalent professional qualification).
• BACP accreditation, or equivalent professional status.

Core competencies

• Service planning and project planning/delivery – drive for completion.
• Problem identification and resolving – a ‘solutions’ focus.
• A client focus - negotiation for mutually beneficial results (clients/colleagues).
• Nurturing improvement and innovation – researching and making informed decisions. 
• Inspiring others – forging a cohesive and motivated membership.

Essential requirements

• A minimum of five years post-qualification clinical experience.
• Extensive experience of recruiting, leading, and motivating a diverse team of counselling practitioners, including providing clinical support, reviewing performance, and project/change management.
• Significant experience Clinical Supervisor, supervising qualified counsellors on a group, or individual, basis.
• Extensive knowledge of the legal and ethical frameworks that relate to the counselling profession.
• Considerable experience in safeguarding individuals and management of clinical risk.
• Strong professional and clinical judgment.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a diverse team, whilst retaining the flexibility  to work independently and the ability to build positive relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including presentation skills as well as the provision of executive level reports.
• Ability to convene and lead committee work, preparing and running to agendas and guiding groups to positive outcomes and consensual decisions.
• Demonstrable understanding of the charity or voluntary sector.
• Experience of costing, pricing, and monitoring financial performance of services, including knowledge or experience in forecasting and budgeting.
• Excellent IT skills including use of MS Office. 
• Experience in the use of a clinical case management system, including analysis and presentation of clinical data, and accurate client billings.
• Experience in the planning and successful delivery of service improvement/development initiatives.
• The ability to be flexible and respond reasonably to the needs of the CIO.

Desirable qualities

• Knowledge/experience of statutory mental health services.
• Clinical leadership experience in more than one organisation and across modalities/specialities. 
• Experience of providing clinical and commercial input to successful funding bids, including subsequent delivery.
• Knowledge of the local East of England mental health and voluntary/charitable service community, including a willingness to represent Evolve locally as required.
• Ability to support a social media presence that represents and promotes the service.
• Ability to create and plan promotional events.

Property Manager & Estate Administrator

We have an exciting opportunity for a Property Manager & Estates Administrator to join a fantastic charity and oversee the management of half of the Trust's direct let residential property portfolio of around 160 homes.

Position: Property Manager & Estate Administrator

Location: Fairford, Gloucestershire – with scope for occasional hybrid working. 

Salary: £29,000 – £33,000 

Contract: Permanent, Full time (35 hours per week)

Closing Date: Tuesday 13 August 2024 at 17:00

Interviews: Wednesday 28 August 2024 & Wednesday 4 September 2024

About the role:

As Property Manager & Estate Administrator you will help the Trust uphold the highest standards of property management. You will provide general estate management administration and working closely with the Managing Agents and Finance team you will drive improvements in property management.

The role involves completing timely rent reviews within the residential portfolio, as well as effectively managing debt levels, minimising void periods, maintaining strict compliance with regulatory standards, and efficiently overseeing repairs and maintenance within budget constraints.

The role offers a blend of administrative duties and engagement with various stakeholders across the estates, playing a pivotal role in ensuring efficient operation, by offering day-to-day support to the Managing Agents.

About you:

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven individual, with excellent organisational skills to take on this interesting and varied role. You will also need to bring with you the following experience:

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

• Previous experience in lettings and property management
• Proven track record in handling tenant and contractor relationships
• Familiarity with property laws and regulations
• Previous experience in management and administration within a property, rural estate or rural business
• Professional qualification, training or experience in property and tenancy management
• Professional qualification, training or experience in property and tenancy management
• Negotiation skills and diplomacy in tenant relations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and property management software (eg. Landmark)

If you feel you have the relevant skills and background, we would love to hear from you!

About the organisation:

The charity’s mission is to improve life chances of children and young people through a range of Outdoor Learning experiences, enabling them to learn from nature, empowering them to have a positive impact on the environment.

They are committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives, regardless of background. Safeguarding is our priority, and all appointments are subject to relevant checks.

Apply today and you will be joining a dynamic and welcoming team, where every member is valued and supported. Enjoy competitive benefits and a chance to make a real impact.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Tenant Liaison Officer, Tenancy Management Officer, Estates Management, Property Manager, Head of Estates, Tenancy Solutions Officer, Lead Tenancy Officer, Housing Management Officer, Tenancy and Estates Manager, Housing Officer, Land & Property Officer, Property Service Manager, Property Management Assistant, Lettings Officer, Property Compliance Officer, etc.

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

Mind BLMK works across our communities to support positive mental health and wellbeing. Working closely with a range of partners, we offer a number of activities from our wellbeing centres and local venues to make a difference to the mental health and wellbeing of people in Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes, and our aim is to make sure that no-one has to face a mental health problem alone.

Recovery Worker (Mental Health and Wellbeing)
Post no: 607
Location: Bedford
Contract type: Fixed term until 31st August 2025
Hours: 12 hours per week
Work Pattern: 2 days per week tbc (Monday – Friday) 6 hrs per day (10.00am – 4.00pm)
Salary: £23,088 per annum, FTE (Actual salary: £7,488 per annum)

About the Role

Could you be an integral part of the Bedford service by delivering support to individuals to improve their mental wellbeing, raises aspirations and increases confidence?

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join our Bedford Mental Health Prevention service for adults which aims to improve people’s mental wellbeing, raise aspirations and enhance confidence.

As a Recovery Worker you will be at the heart of the service, delivering all aspects of the service, building positive relationships with those using the service and strong links into the wider community resources that Bedford provides.

Service Delivery

You will deliver topic focussed, group wellbeing sessions along with facilitating drop-in, activity sessions that provide a safe environment for service users to talk openly and develop practical tools, techniques and coping strategies in order to manage their own wellbeing. Sessions will enable people to have a better understanding of their own mental health, what is needed to keep them well, and to engage in wider community activities, be socially active and develop aspirations in expanding their skills and ambitions.

You will also offer informal 1-2-1 support where needed, to offer guidance and information that reduces the chance that people will fall through gaps, be isolated and ensuring the right support and the right time that manages a range of needs.

In addition, you will assess individuals’ suitability for the service and signpost where necessary. There will also be opportunity to support events in the community to raise awareness of our services and build links with local organisations

You will need to be empathetic and deliver a person-centred approach in a non-judgemental way, collaborating with people to empower and engage them.

Entitlements/benefits:

• 25 days (pro rata) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Auto-enrolment NEST pension scheme (employer contributes 3%, employee contributes 5%)
• Health Plan with a wide variety of benefits
• Discounts available through Blue Light Card & Tickets for Good
• In-house and external Learning and Development as appropriate for the role.
• Flexible Working On request (in line with Mind BLMK policy on Right to Request Flexible Working)
• If you have a passion for working in mental health and possess the required skills, we would love to hear from you.

Closedown: 5pm on Friday 2nd August 2024
Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert early if enough suitable applicants apply
Start date: ASAP

Interested?

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

Mind BLMK has been committed to the Mindful Employer charter and the Disability Confident Employer Scheme since 2008.

Please note: Mind BLMK follows Safer Recruitment practices and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Therefore all our roles are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

No agencies please.

Working with the Footwork Director and Advisory Board, the main purpose of the role is to oversee and coordinate overall delivery of Footwork’s new five-year strategy and to take a leadership role in maximizing fundraising opportunities. Footwork is a small but ambitious charity with an established reputation in global health networks and partnerships. The Resource Mobilisation and Strategy Manager will be responsible for maintaining and growing these links with a wide variety of stakeholders, including national governments, international NGOs, and funders. The post holder will also manage and coordinate Footwork’s governance, including primarily the convening of the Footwork Advisory Board and Technical Committee, and providing input to and coordinating relevant outputs and actions from these bodies as required. The role offers an opportunity to have a key role in developing and shaping Footwork’s profile and impact at an exciting time. In particular, the post holder will take responsibility for delivering the following goals. 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES 

· To oversee and coordinate overall delivery of Footwork’s new five-year strategy; 

· To manage and coordinate Footwork’s governance, including primarily the convening of the Footwork Advisory Board and Technical Committee, and to provide inputs to and coordinate relevant outputs and actions from these bodies as required; 

· To prepare and publish the First Global Strategy for Podoconiosis through an open and consultative international process; 

· To develop a communications and fundraising strategy, including support for the continuation of this role; 

· To oversee the staging of the 2nd International Podoconiosis Conference in an endemic country. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Team Management and Leadership 

· Provide management and leadership to achieve targets and objectives and drive the implementation of the strategic plan 

· Ensure the availability of resources to achieve targets and objectives of the Footwork strategic plan 

· Work with a range of stakeholders to develop and deliver an international conference hosted outside the UK. 

· Work independently with minimal input for others to drive the fundraising and strategy forward 

· Build effective relationships with, and command the respect of, the wide range of international stakeholders who will contribute to the 1st Global Strategy on Podoconiosis. 

· Possess strong influencing, negotiating and communications skills, particularly with respect to managing potential podoconiosis champions. 

Service Delivery 

· Working within university policy and procedure, undertake day-to-day management of operational matters with regards to the Footwork strategic implementation. Plan and implement activities across the team to ensure the achievement of Footwork strategy targets and objectives. 

· Ensure effective systems and procedures are in place to support the achievement of key performance targets in area of responsibility. 

· Plan and implement improvements to systems and procedures in area of responsibility to ensure effective administration within area of responsibility. 

· Maintain appropriate records and documentation commensurate with policy and procedure. 

· Provide reports internally and externally as appropriate. To undertake analysis, interpretation and presentation of standard data to inform decisions related to subject area. 

· Identify critical issues when resolving problems and use university policy and procedure to support the application of appropriate resolutions. 

Policy and Procedure 

· Contribute to policy decisions and improvement in area of expertise. 

· Strategy driven - Able to understand the priorities of the Footwork strategy and plan and organize the activities and work required to meet the objectives within the timelines. 

Customers and Stakeholders 

· Resource mobilisation - Can present ideas and arguments orally and in writing to gain support and gain buy in from a range of stakeholders and use different medium for different audiences. 

· Convening and coordination - Can prepare for and chair international meetings, remote and in-person. Can quickly and accurately synthesise information into fluent written documents. 

· Proactively work with internal and external stakeholders, colleagues or collaborators to exchange information and provide data to inform decisions as necessary, showing appropriate sensitivity when needed. 

To carry out any other duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed. 

This Job Description sets out current duties of the post that may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or level of responsibility entailed. 

INDICATIVE PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Responsible for the achievement of: 

· Creating and managing a strategic plan to ensure successful delivery of Footwork’s five-year strategy and specifically the Footwork goals identified in the strategic plan under the headings of: 

· Improving Lives: Enable universal access to interventions to improves the lives of affected individuals and communities 

· Bringing together: Bring together national, regional and global actors to strengthen coordination, collaboration and mutual learning 

· Evidence-based advocacy: Harness evidence-based advocacy to accelerate the adoption and scale-up of intervention for treatment and prevention; 

The specific responsibilities within these goals for this role are: 

· Managing and coordinating Footwork’s governance, including primarily the convening of the Footwork Advisory Group and Trustees, and to provide inputs to and coordinate relevant outputs and actions from these bodies as required; 

· Preparing and publishing the First Global Strategy for Podoconiosis through an open and consultative international process; 

· Developing a communications and fundraising strategy;

· Overseeing the management and staging of the 2nd International Podoconiosis Conference in an endemic country. 

The post holder reports to the Head of Department for Global Health and Infection, working under general direction within a clear framework the post holder will manage their own work to achieve their agreed objectives. The role holder will play a key role in supporting the Divisional leadership team to achieve the strategic and operational goals of the University, Professional Services & their Division. The post holder is expected to work collaboratively across the University and with key stakeholders to deliver single team working that efficiently and effectively supports the achievement of those goals and objectives. 

Support achievement of the Division’s/Unit’s/School’s compliance with all applicable statutory and regulatory compliance obligations, including (but not limited to): UKVI, Health & Safety, the Prevent Duty, data protection, Competition and Markets Authority requirements and equal opportunities, as appropriate to the grade and role. Additionally, to promote good practice in relation to University policy, procedure and guidance in relation to those compliance matters in respect of students, staff and other relevant parties. 

Balance effectiveness and cost-efficiency in the management of the budgets you are accountable for, demonstrating compliance with Value for Money and Return on Investment principles to support the University’s strategic aim to achieve a world-class standard of teaching and research by managing our resources effectively and efficiently. 

4. Person Specification

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA 

1. Substantial understanding of the fundraising landscape within and outside of the UK with awareness of the key issues in Global Health programme funding. 

2. Knowledge of fundraising and organizational strategy implementation; 

3. Understanding of the key tools, systems and strategies to employ to raise awareness and/or build successful fundraising campaigns; 

4. Well-developed oral and written communication skills with the ability to present policy and procedure in a way that can be understood the audience. 

5. Writing skills.  Able to write and edit copy for web, print, social media and presentations targeted to different audiences. 

6. Planning and organisational skills, including project management with the ability to drive an implementation plan to closure. 

7. Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively influence in area of expertise, effectively contribute to team working to build and develop working relationships. 

8. Analytical skills with the ability to generate effective solutions and make effective decisions 

9. Convening and coordination. Can prepare for and chair international meetings, remote and in-person. Can quickly and accurately synthesize information into fluent written documents. 

10. Effective IT Skills on MS platform. Experience using functional databases and different communication and social media platforms 

11. Organisation. Good organisational skills, ability to prioritise workload and work effectively to deadlines. 

ESSENTIAL ROLE-SPECIFIC CRITERIA 

1. Experience of working strategically to secure a sustainable model for a charity, NGO or similar organization; 

2. Proven experience of leading fundraising strategic campaigns and able to demonstrate success in securing funds from external funders; 

3. Experience of liaison with senior actors in global health, including from national governments, international agencies, and funders; 

4. Experience of convening and chairing international meetings with multiple stakeholders. 

DESIRABLE CRITERIA 

1. Knowledge of the Higher Education sector. 

2. Knowledge of Global Health and Neglected Tropical Diseases 

JOB PURPOSE:

CVS Brent is looking to recruit its next Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation and manage the implementation of programmes that enhance the capacity of voluntary and community organisations in the borough of Brent.

The incoming CEO will play a crucial role in leading CVS Brent through a pivotal transition period with a focus on stabilising the organisation and laying the groundwork for meaningful organisational change. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of community engagement and impact in Brent.

CVS Brent is a dynamic and independent charity dedicated to supporting the diverse and vibrant voluntary sector in Brent. Through a range of services, including expert advice, professional training, and effective advocacy, we enable individuals and organisations in Brent to build the capacity necessary to meet the needs and aspirations of their communities through voluntary action. Located in an inner-city borough with a rich tradition of voluntary activity, we actively promote innovative approaches to working and foster relationships and partnerships between communities, local government, and health services.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Leadership and Execution: In collaboration with the Board, the CEO will define CVS Brent's strategic direction, goals, monitor progress, and set targets..
• Provide Visionary Leadership: Lead and support staff to enhance their contributions and ensure effective programme development and delivery.
• Manage Foundation Building and Change: Establish a strong foundation for future service growth. Navigate the organisation through transitions, ensuring stability and resilience.
• Engage with Stakeholders: Align CVS Brent's objectives with those of its stakeholders by collaborating with voluntary and community organisations, local authorities, and other partners to foster meaningful relationships.
• Embrace Innovation: Encourage creative thinking and explore new approaches to address challenges.
• Represent CVS Brent publicly: Represent CVS Brent and nurture effective relationships across local, regional, and national networks. Actively seek opportunities to expand and promote CVS Brent's role and impact.
• Build Capacity: Enhance the capacity of local organisations by designing and delivering effective programs.
• Lead Policy and Advocacy Efforts: Including engagement with Brent Council, NHS regulators, and other decision-makers.
• Build Strong Connections: Cultivate and maintain strong networks with key supporters, stakeholders, and partnership agencies to strengthen CVS Brent’s impact.
• Generate Income: Cultivate and strengthen relationships with partners, supporters, funders, and potential funders to capitalise on income generation opportunities.
• Manage Finances: Acquire the necessary resources for efficient operation (from both current and new funding avenues). Additionally oversee budgeting and risk management.
• Report to the Board of Trustees: Attend Board meetings and keep the Board informed about CVS Brent's progress, relevant matters, and the charity's mission. Provide timely and relevant information to aid the Board in fulfilling its duties. Alert the Board to any significant risks facing the charity.
• Ensure Robust Oversight: Uphold and implement CVS Brent's policies, procedures, and systems. Strive for operational excellence by adhering to established guidelines and continuously improving processes.
• Stay Informed and Proactive: Continuously monitor and stay updated on current social, economic, political, environmental, and other relevant trends. Use this knowledge to identify strategic development opportunities for CVS Brent and proactively adapt to changing circumstances.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

While no specific qualification is required, evidence of recent continuing professional development in areas such as management, leadership, or organisational culture is desired. Alternatively, equivalent work experience in a related field will be considered.

• Partnership Building: Demonstrated ability to build strong partnerships, particularly with large and complex statutory organisations. Proven success in forming positive relationships with funders, partners, and stakeholders.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Practical understanding of the regulatory environment within which Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations operate. Strong grasp of good governance principles.
• Innovation and Change Leadership: Experience in leading and facilitating innovation and change across an organisation. Adept at driving positive transformation.
• Organisational Development: Familiarity with organisational and staff development principles. Knowledge of financial and risk factors relevant to business development in a VCSE context.
• Effective Leadership: Ability to provide effective leadership, fostering an organisational culture characterised by professionalism, respect, integrity, confidence, and trust.
• Collaborative Management Style: Proven ability to empower others through a collaborative management approach.
• Results-Oriented: Strong focus on outcomes, with a track record of delivering tangible results.
• Strong Communication: Excellent ability to represent CVS Brent and engage effectively, both verbally and in writing, across all organisational levels.
• Knowledgeable about Funding Sources: Understanding of various funding sources available to VCSEs, including trading.
• IT Proficiency: An awareness and passion for leveraging technology strategically to enhance organisational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Organisational Planning: Effectively coordinating tasks, resources, and timelines to achieve desired outcomes.
• Commitment to Inclusion: Demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Mission-Driven Commitment: Demonstrates a high level of motivation and unwavering commitment to the mission of CVS Brent.
• Enjoys Networking: Possesses strong connections within the VCSE sector and other related fields or can quickly establish connections and build networks.
• Understands the VCSE Sector: Can effectively represent and promote CVS Brent and the VCSE sector to external partners and industries.
• Possesses Interpersonal Skills: Including active listening skills and approachability.
• Thrives in a Collaborative Team-Oriented Environment: Collaborates effectively with other all team members.
• Brings leadership experience: Particularly in managing change and driving positive transformation.
• Displays an Entrepreneurial Mindset: Provides thought leadership, fosters innovation, demonstrates openness to new ideas, and is receptive to being challenged by others to explore alternative perspectives.
• Demonstrates Effective Organisation and Workload Management: Adept at managing complex workloads efficiently often with digital tools.
• Committed to staff well-being: Supports flexible working arrangements, and actively contributes to the growth and development of a diverse team.
• Demonstrates visible sector presence. Possesses strong public speaking skills and plays a prominent role in the sector.

Direct Marketing Executive - Cash and Alternative Gifts (2223)

Concern Worldwide (UK) is looking for a Direct Marketing Executive - Cash and Alternative Gifts to join the Public Fundraising Team in the London office on a permanent basis.

About us:

Concern Worldwide is a non-governmental, international humanitarian organization dedicated to the reduction of suffering and working toward the ultimate elimination of extreme poverty in the world’s poorest countries. Our mission is to transform the lives of people living in extreme poverty. We work with 25 million people each year, in some of the hardest-to-reach and most fragile places. Places prone to conflict, natural disasters, climate change, and extreme hunger.

About the role:

We are seeking to recruit a Direct Marketing Executive - Cash and Alternative Gifts to sit within our Public Fundraising Team. The post holder will be responsible for successfully managing and reviewing donor recruitment and development campaigns in order to maintain and grow income to Concern Worldwide (UK) from individual regular and cash donors.

About You:

You will have experience of working successfully with external suppliers or internal stakeholders to deliver direct marketing campaigns. You will possess strong planning and project management skills and you will be highly numerate with the ability to demonstrate analytical skills. The successful post holder will have excellent written skills including experience of writing and editing emails.

Benefits:

• 25 days’ annual leave, pro-rated for part-time employees.
• Office closure between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
• Flexible hours and hybrid working
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Enhanced parental leave pay
• Stakeholder pension
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle scheme
• Life assurance
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Details of our benefits could be found on our website

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

Concern Worldwide encourages all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status to apply to become a part of the organization. Concern is against all forms of discrimination and unequal power relations and is committed to promoting equality.

About our office:

Our London office is based in The Foundry close to Vauxhall and The Oval underground stations. The Foundry offers a unique opportunity to be a part of a vibrant and ambitious community focused on social justice and human rights.

Staff are expected to come into their base office once per week or the monthly equivalent i.e. 4 times per month. Staff are also able to flex their start and finish times between the hours of 7am to 7pm daily.

To apply:

Please upload your CV and cover letter by 4th August 2024.

Please note, we would like to fill this role as soon as possible, therefore we will periodically shortlist through the recruitment campaign and may close the role before the advertised closing date.

All candidates who are short-listed for an interview will be notified via email after the application deadline

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK at the time of application.
Conditions of Appointment:

The successful post holder will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form.

Location: London - Hybrid
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full time
Salary: From £30,241 - £33,601

You may also have experience in the following: Direct Marketing Executive, CRM Marketing Executive, Database Marketing Manager, CRM Manager, Email Marketing Executive, eMarketing, Online Marketing, Internet Marketing, Campaign Executive, Campaign Manager, Digital Marketing, Third Sector, NFP, Not for Profit, Charity etc

REF-215 547

EIA is seeking a Data Analyst to join our Forest Team.

Location: London Islington
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 full time equivalent per annum depending on experience. (£21,600-£24,000 pro rata for part time 24 hours per week)
Hours: Part time - 24 hours per week

EIA investigates and campaigns against environmental crime and abuse. Our undercover investigations expose transnational wildlife and forest crimes. We work to safeguard global marine ecosystems reduce the impact of climate change by campaigning to eliminate powerful refrigerant greenhouse gases, exposing related illicit trade and improving energy efficiency in the cooling sector.

The role:
This role will primarily focus on data-related tasks within our Forests campaign. Key responsibilities will include data management, supporting data analysis and exploration, leading on generating visualizations to communicate insights effectively, and supporting trade analysis to identify trends. The role also involves supporting the monitoring of media stories and publications relevant to the Forests campaign.

About you:
To be successful in this role you need to have experience in handling data in different formats and database management, ensuring data is accurate, reliable and delivered to a high standard. Proficiency in coding languages such as R, Python, etc is essential.
Ideally you will have experience in environmental and/or social issues and relevant regulatory frameworks plus experience in the NGO sector. Experience in creating data visualizations would also be desirable.

What we offer:
This is a part time role working 24 hours per week – 0.6 FTE. The role is a Fixed Term Contract for 6 months. There is potential for extension subject to funding availability.
The salary is £36,000 - £40,000 full time equivalent per annum depending on experience. (£21,600-£24,000 pro rata for part time 24 hours per week)

We offer excellent benefits including:

- The opportunity to develop and implement systemic solutions to the biggest global challenges of our time.
- 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
- Additional days off between Christmas and New Year, a day off on your birthday and additional days for long service.
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- A mental health and wellbeing support programme.
- Enhanced pension contributions.

Please refer to the job pack for further details for closing dates and how to apply for this exciting opportunity.

By applying for this role, you are stating that you are eligible to work in the UK. EIA UK is unable to apply for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

EIA UK is committed to being a fair and inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and appoint on merit.

We investigate and campaign against environmental crime and abuse.

Our undercover investigations expose transnational wildlife crime, with a focus on elephants and tigers, and forest crimes such as illegal logging and deforestation for cash crops like palm oil. We work to safeguard global marine ecosystems by addressing the threats posed by plastic pollution, bycatch and commercial exploitation of whales, dolphins and porpoises. Finally, we reduce the impact of climate change by campaigning to eliminate powerful refrigerant greenhouse gases, exposing related illicit trade and improving energy efficiency in the cooling sector.

Closing date 11-08-2024

REF-215 796

Closing Date: 04 August 2024

Ref 6777

We're looking for a Shop Manager with a passion for sustainable fashion to join our team in our Mary's Living & Giving, Portobello shop!

We want to bring the wonders of charity shops back to our high-street and we need driven and passionate people to get us there!

About Us

Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.

About the Role

Located in Portobello, this is a busy shop in a brilliant location, with a vibrant community!  As Shop Manager, you'll be leading the volunteer team, as well as focusing on further recruitment to grow our volunteer team and building strong connections within the local community to ensure the shop's continued success.

About You

You will be someone with exceptional people skills, a leader who understands the importance of community and enjoys supporting people to exercise similar passions through volunteering.

You'll bring:

• Proven experience leading and motivating teams, ideally having managed volunteers, or a retail team previously 
• A strong understanding of what good looks like in a busy and successful community-led shop, ideally with some experience within Retail or a clear passion for sustainable fashion and knowledge of products and trends
• A can-do attitude and ability to approach challenges in a positive way, knowing when to reach out for support and guidance where you need it.

Previous charity retail experience is ideal, but not essential. If you have transferable leadership skills or experience managing volunteers in other settings and are looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Ways of Working: On-site – this role will be based in the Portobello shop. We're looking for someone able to work 5 days (35 hours) per week to include some weekend working.

Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.

Ways of Working:

The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but there are likely to be times when you will be required to come to your contracted office (up to 2-4 days per month or 6-8 days per quarter).  This will be agreed with your Line Manager and team and is intended to be time spent on collaborating with colleagues and relationship building. 

Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense. 

Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think. 

We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here. 

Job Purpose

Your legacy will be a tangible impact on slowing down climate change, helping nature recover and creating social impact by developing enduring relationships with corporate partners.

You will join a fast-growing organisation that started in 2019 with four volunteers and has grown to a staff team of nineteen (with more recruitment in the pipeline for 2024), over 1,000 volunteers and ownership of nearly 600 acres of land that will grow woodlands of over 160,000 trees.

The role

Corporate Partnerships

We are looking for an individual who can come in to review our current offering, help develop and shape a sector leading proposition for companies and lead on exceptional account management.

Corporates are one of the key areas of focus for our new fundraising strategy, released in July 2024 where we are aiming to build up a specialism in a smaller number of fundraising channels where we feel we have natural strengths and see opportunity.
 

High Net Worth Philanthropy

Alongside the corporate offering, we would like this role to come and help us shape a strong proposition for major donors. You will use your strengths in relationship development and management to support and grow our base of high net worth supporters. There will also be a role of coordinating the pipeline of major donors, nurturing and supporting relationships through our extended network across the organisation and beyond.
 

Main responsibilities
 

Corporate Partnerships

• Work with the Head of Engagement, Communications and Fundraising to review our current corporate partnerships offerings & processes. Develop a set of recommendations for improvements, with the potential to overhaul the proposition and shape it in your own vision. This will cover a full range of relationships from larger charity of the year type partnerships to pro-bono support

• Manage our new business pipeline and generate new leads, with a focus of onboarding partners who share our vision & ambition and meet the environmental & ethical standards of our vetting process

  • Attend or arrange events to facilitate networking and lead generation 

• Develop relationships at all levels, from senior decision makers to more junior staff in companies, inspiring them with our vision and ensuring long-term buy-in

• Delivery:

  • Manage a programme of employee engagement that looks beyond one off volunteering days

  • Work with the project teams to manage a timetable of tree planting and tree care days

• Reporting & evaluation:

  • Provide reporting that demonstrates impact & shows the effectiveness of our partnership 

  • Provide end of year reviews for multi-year partners

• Communications

  • Support partners in their work to communicate the partnership with internal and external stakeholders

  • Work with them to produce high quality content for their and our use

• Working with the Natural Capital & Corporate Partnerships Lead to develop relationships in the Biodiversity Net Gain and natural capital markets

High Net Worth Philanthropy

• Work with the Head of Engagement, Communications & Fundraising on developing an exceptional high net worth philanthropy programme

• Coordinate the production of marketing assets for these audiences

• Coordinate the pipeline of HNW contacts, building strong relationships directly and supporting others across the organisation who might hold major donor relationships

• Ensure high quality of donor stewardship with appropriate reporting and inspiring content

• Other duties and opportunities as required

This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation providing access to the river Thames for people of all ages, including those with a special need, disability or mental health condition. The River Thames Boat Project offer therapeutic cruises and deliver fun and dynamic educational and learning activities on the river Thames.

The charity was formed in 1988 and registered in 1989 and has shown that enjoying and learning about the river on board their specially adapted and wheelchair-accessible boats, is an exceptional experience. It brings relaxation, health and personal development benefits unique to the river setting, as shown by their many returning clients who rebook year after year. Their boats are moored at Kingston-upon-Thames, and they operate along the river between Windsor and Putney.

The River Thames Boat Project are now looking for a Fundraising Manager to raise the funds to enable them to run cruises and education days on the Thames.

As Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for growing the charitable income across all streams (grants, foundations, corporate sponsors), maximising members program, establishing a sound data base for fundraising and establishing a volunteer fundraising committee. You will develop and execute a fundraising plan and develop strong relationships with prospective and existing funders. You will research potential trust and foundation funders, write compelling bids and ensure effective reporting and stewardship. You will also be responsible marketing the charity to prospective clients through mailings, social media and other routes.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

* Proven experience in raising income for small to medium size charities from multiple sources with a specific focus on trusts and foundations
* Self - motivated and pro-active with great interpersonal skills to work with staff members, volunteers, trustees, and external funders from individual to corporate donors.
* Proven ability to research funders, write compelling bids and manage relationships with funders

If this role sounds of interest to you and you want to have a chat and review the full job description, please do contact Dominic at Harris Hill on [email protected] or call him on 020 7820 7332.

Salary: £38,000 (FTE)
Permanent, Part-time (3 days per week)
Location: Home based with expectation of regular attendance at office (Teddington), events and funder meetings.

Deadline for applications - Tuesday 6th August 2024
Application Process - CV and Cover Letter

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Marketing and Communications Officer

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and organised individual to gain experience in both communication and fundraising within a dynamic and impactful environmental charity.

You will play a crucial role in supporting the charity’s efforts to engage supporters, drive fundraising, and ultimately contribute to the organisation's mission of inspiring people to address environmental crises through the power of natural green spaces.

This is full time, hybrid working role.

Position: Communications and Fundraising Assistant

Location: Abingdon OX14/Hybrid

Hours: Full Time 35 hours per week

Salary: £26,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 26+ days holiday per year, pension contribution, flexible working arrangements

Closing Date: 4th August 2024. (We may close the advert sooner, subject to volume and quality of applications, so don’t hesitate to apply if you have the skills and experience we’re looking for.)

The Role

The 5-year strategy – Connecting Communities for Change – sets out the organisations commitment to engage more people – in more ways – with the natural world, changing the way we think about the charity’s role and impact, and supporters are a vital part of this. As such, engaging with more supporters and increasing income is vital to the successful delivery of the strategy.

You will enable the teams to focus on strategic initiatives and high-impact activities by providing essential support in data management, content updates, and reporting. Your work will directly contribute to these  efforts to engage supporters, drive fundraising, and ultimately support the mission of inspiring people to address environmental crises through the power of natural green spaces.

Accountabilities include:

• Data Management, Reporting, and Analysis
• Digital and Offline Communication Support
• Strategic Research

You will be joining a small but motivated team who are passionate about making a difference to climate sustainability, biodiversity, environmental impacts and health and wellbeing through engaging more people and making a positive impact.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has knowledge of best practices in digital communication. An understanding of the principals of  fundraising would be an advantage but isn’t essential.

You will have experience of:

• Working in a similar support role.
• Data entry, database management, and CRM systems (e.g., Beacon, Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or similar).
• Website content management systems (e.g., WordPress) and social media platforms.
• Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Constant Contact) is desirable.
• Basic graphic design and content creation using tools like Canva and/or Microsoft Publisher.

If you have the skills and experience we are looking for and a passion for engaging children, young people and adults with the natural world… then apply today!

You will be asked to submit your CV and a covering letter describing why you are interested and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.

The Organisation

This environmental charity with 40 years’ experience in caring for and inspiring others with the natural green spaces, believes that we all have a responsibility to care for nature and understand our role within our ecosystem. The organisation cares for 500 hectares of woodland, farmland, wildflower meadows and wetlands, which receive 200,000 visits a year. These amazing places engage and inspire people to demonstrate nature based solutions to climate, biodiversity and public health crises.

Alongside a competitive salary, you can benefit from generous annual leave, volunteering opportunities, family friendly, flexible working wherever possible with forums and inclusive facilities to support staff.

You may have experience in other areas such as Communications, Marketing, Marketing and Communications, Fundraising, Campaigning, Digital Marketing, Digital Communications, Communications Officer, Marketing Officer, Marketing and Communications Officer, Fundraising Officer, Digital Marketing Officer, Digital Communications Officer, Fundraising, Fundraiser. #INDNFP1

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

ARU Students’ Union - Director of Membership Services 

Reports to – Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 

Salary - £51,590.12 

Location – Cambridge or Chelmsford (this is flexible), with travel to Peterborough, Chelmsford and London 

Are you interested in being the Membership Services Director for a diverse, ambitious, and forward-thinking charity? 
If so, were looking for a student focused, innovative leader to join our senior leadership team at Anglia Ruskin University Students’ Union.

About ARU Students' Union 

ARU Students’ Union is the representative body for ARU’s 33,000 students. We are a not-for-profit charity employing 56 full-time staff located across campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough and London who work with 5 full-time and 3 part-time elected student Sabbatical Officers to deliver a wide range of services and representative functions to a burgeoning and diverse student community. 

ARU prides itself on delivering an education that is student-centred and diverse. It’s an ambitious institution with a genuine commitment to widening participation and supporting the work we do for students. We’re proud of the strong collaborative relationship we have with the University, and continuing to nurture this relationship will be a key priority for the future.

We have a highly motivated and knowledgeable staff team who use their unique talents and skills to support a range of opportunities, events and communities for students, as well as an expert advice service, and training and support for student leaders. We have over 100 student led clubs and societies so there is something for everyone from sports and social clubs to representation and democracy societies. We are also proud to have a free, independent advice centre that not only offers advice on academic issues, but also proactive advice on housing and money. 

This is an exciting time to join the Students’ Union. We have plans for future growth and diversification, bringing opportunities for innovation, positive change and having an even bigger impact on students’ lives.

About the Role  

We are searching for a new senior leader to be responsible for the strategic development and operational management of our membership activities. This role is not just about maintaining the status quo but about reimagining and diversifying our membership services in line with student community needs. 

The successful candidate will be an inclusive, collaborative, and empowering leader, with high levels of emotional intelligence and a genuine passion for innovation and inclusion.  You will also have experience in building and maintaining strong, influential relationships at all levels of an organisation. This role will require an innovative mindset, helping us to try new and creative ways of engaging with and developing trust between our students and the University.

Our new Director of Membership Services will need to be able to work well with student leaders, providing them with support, guidance, and mentoring, whilst also being able to challenge in the right way at the right times.

The ideal candidate will be both strategic and hands-on, with an ability to develop our excellent service standards, performance and delivery across our full range of membership services. 

We believe in supporting a positive work-life balance, and giving our people the support, flexibility and direction required to thrive. Our talented colleagues are proud of who they are, and are empowered to bring their extraordinary talents, diverse lived experiences, and authentic selves to work. 

If you're passionate about developing new ways of delivering student engagement in membership services to improve student influence and experience for a thriving community, we'd love to hear from you and receive an application. 

Closing Date: Monday, 5th August 2024 (12 pm) 

First Stage Interviews (Remote): Wednesday, 14th August 2024 

Final Interviews (In-person): Wednesday, 28th August 2024 

How to Apply  

Please click 'Apply’ to be redirected to our website, where you can download the Candidate Information Pack and Job Description and find details of how to apply.  

For an informal conversation about the role and application process, please contact Nida Ashraf at Atkinson HR Consulting.