Support Coordinator Jobs in Home Based

The role (what you will be doing)

You will work to create a strong sense of belonging and community cohesion in Lyde Green and the surrounding area, helping Lyde Green be a great place to live, work and play.

You will do this by embedding our strengths-based approach to community development and building a sustainable approach to volunteering, community engagement, and support.

You’ll champion that people know best what is needed in their local area and that they have the ideas, skills, and talents to make it happen, connecting like-minded individuals together and encouraging people to engage and act on things that matter to them.

The LGCA (about the charity)

Lyde Green Community Association CIO (LGCA) is a charity that has been set up by residents for the benefit of the community in Lyde Green and the surrounding area. It is run by local volunteers, with the objective of generating community spirit and making Lyde Green a great place to live and visit. As well as organising community events, we support a community partnership that meets regularly to solve problems that matter to residents and help the whole community shape its future.

The LGCA run and operate Lyde Green Community Centre, situated at the heart of Lyde Green near the local primary school and nursery. It is an exciting time to be working in Lyde Green, and the LGCA have received lots of support from both residents and local partners to date.

Your responsibilities

General

• · Work closely with the Charity Manager and Trustees to ensure the outcomes of the Community Connector project are delivered
• · Lead and embed the LGCA’s strengths-based community development approach
• · Work as the Charity’s Volunteer Coordinator, developing and maintaining guidance and encouraging active participation in the community
• · Help plan and support charity events
• · Being an initial point of contact for the charity’s community engagement work, dealing with enquiries across multiple channels
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• · Report on and monitor project progress and agreed KPIs at the quarterly partnership meeting and via grant funding reports
• · Ensure notice boards, website and social media are up-to-date with opportunities to get involved
• · Work within LGCA’s policies and procedures
• · Undertake any other reasonable duties as required

Explore and discover

• · Develop a good understanding of Lyde Green and the surrounding area
• · Find out what is already happening in the area
• · Listen to local people and find out what they care about, what their hopes and dreams are for the area, and what they’d be willing to take action on
• · Build trusted and respectful relationships with residents, services and partners in the area

Make connections

• · Connect people together based on their interests or ideas
• · Connect people to existing groups or organisations
• · Signpost people to relevant support services eg employability, training
• · Encourage people to try new things
• · Promote use of Lyde Green Community Centre as a safe, warm space and use it and other local assets to bring people together
• · Share knowledge on how to access funding and guidance so that people can get started with their ideas or projects

Celebrate success

• · Help people share and celebrate their stories of success and encourage more volunteering
• · Work with those already linked to and engaged in Lyde Green to understand the role they wish to play in the wider community
• · Share what has worked well with other volunteers, groups and projects

Build momentum

• · Support the design of project outcomes when working with people
• · Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation requirements of a project
• · Demonstrate a commitment to personal learning
• · Increase the number of people volunteering and actively engaging in the community
• · Help demystify volunteering and overcome barriers (eg setting up groups, navigating processes, assessing risk, accessing funding etc)

Join Our Client's Team as a Care Coordinator!

Part time: 27.5 hours per week / £19376.50 (£24661 Pro rata)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals with complex needs? Do you excel in coordinating and advocating for person-centred care? If so, this exciting role as a Care Coordinator could be the perfect fit for you!

Within this role, you’ll play a crucial part in ensuring smooth transitions for adults with complex needs into their specialist day service. You will work closely with individuals, their families, and a multidisciplinary team to create personalised transition plans, monitor progress, and advocate for the best possible care. You’ll be the point of contact for the people they support, liaising with external agencies and ensuring everything runs smoothly.

What you'll do:

- Coordinate and implement transition plans.
- Organise pre-placement visits and reviews.
- Work with families, carers, and professionals to ensure comprehensive support.
- Advocate for the individuals' needs and preferences.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for holistic care.

What they’re looking for:

- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- A proactive and compassionate approach to care.
- Experience working in multidisciplinary settings.
- Passion for improving the lives of people with complex needs.
- Experience in facilitating a person-centred care approach.
- Experience with excellent communication and coordination skills to liaise with families, carers, and external agencies.
- You will be proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a multidisciplinary environment, ensuring smooth transitions and placements for the people they support.
- Strong advocacy skills are essential, as you'll be representing the needs and preferences of the people they support while ensuring person-centred care is delivered.

If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives and thrive in a collaborative role, they’d love to hear from you!

Why Join Them? You’ll be part of a passionate, dedicated team that’s committed to making a positive impact. They offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to truly make a difference in people’s lives. They offer a hold of benefits including robust pension schemes, 20 annual leave days + bank holidays and additional concessionary days and employee discounts!

Location: Harborne, Birmingham

Apply Now! If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, apply today by submitting both the attached application form, and your CV!

Be part of a team that makes lives better—join our client!

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You will have a strong knowledge of how a variety of communities function, both formally and informally. You will be skilled at working with groups to help them explore issues, strengthen and grow.  You will coordinate and develop programmes, deliver learning, work with associate tutors to deliver courses, and oversee the development of resources.

This is an exciting role that provides the opportunity to contribute to our expanding vision as we respond to changing patterns of Quaker belonging while continuing to support meetings of all types and sizes.

Do you have a passion for digital systems and helping an organisation transform its culture and operations to make the best use of digital technology?

Do you love working with people and supporting them to get the most out of the systems we use?

Church Urban Fund is looking for a dynamic individual to lead our Digital Systems work and set the standards for our use of digital technology, especially in the best use of our CRM, which will help us realise our organisational strategy.

About you: The successful candidate will have excellent skills around digital processes and management of a CRM software.   You will have experience of Salesforce or other CRM software and how to integrate this with other software systems.  You will be a person who seeks to make the best use of the digital tools that we have and strongly support others to improve their knowledge of digital systems.  With strong interpersonal skills you will be able to support and train colleagues for them to get the most out of their use of the CRM.   We are looking for someone who can demonstrate they can set and monitor performance standards and continuously improve processes and systems.

About us: Church Urban Fund is a national charity working with local leaders, churches and other faith groups all over England. Our local partners are committed to serving and strengthening the community where they live.  We are working to build just and flourishing communities so that everyone across England can access support when they need it most.

Why this role matters: This is an important role because you will be supporting our work ending poverty through building relationships and thanking our wonderful churches and supporters.  You will be proactive in looking at ways to improve and deliver better systems.

If you want to use your skills and qualities to make an impact in communities across England, we want to hear from you.

Closing date: 17:00 Monday 11th November 2024, with interviews to be held on 26th November 2024 in London.

Full time, permanent

About us

Practical Action is a change making organisation that works in unconventional ways. We put ingenious ideas to work so people in poverty can change their world.

We do things differently, so answers that start small can grow big – bringing people together in bold collaborations, using innovation and knowledge to build futures free from poverty and help shape a world that works better for everyone.

About the role

We are looking for a dynamic and proactive Global Learning and Development (L&D) Coordinator to join our vibrant, international team. In this exciting role, you will play a key part in shaping the learning journey for our employees across the globe, ensuring they have the tools, resources, and training needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world. You’ll have the opportunity to coordinate cutting-edge training programs, manage state-of-the-art digital learning platforms, and help drive the implementation of innovative L&D strategies that impact employees from different cultures and regions.

About you

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for learning and a talent for digital technology to make a real difference. If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced, global environment, and are excited about contributing to a culture of continuous development, then this is the role for you! You’ll collaborate with colleagues around the world, tackle diverse challenges, and help shape the future of learning and growth within our organisation.

Accountabilities

Training Coordination:

• Schedule, coordinate, and manage all internal and external training sessions.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external trainers, and venues to ensure smooth delivery of learning programs. In the room and virtual rooms
• Maintain and update training event calendars and records.

Digital Learning Management:

• Administer and manage digital learning platforms (e.g., LMS - Learning Management System), ensuring content is up-to-date and accessible.
• Troubleshoot issues related to digital learning tools, ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Support the creation and curation of digital learning content, including e-learning modules, videos, webinars, and virtual training sessions.

Learning Analytics & Reporting:

• Monitor and track learning and development progress using data analytics tools, providing regular reports on key metrics (e.g., participation, completion rates, learner feedback).
• Analyse learning data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in training programs.

Employee Development Support:

• Serve as a point of contact for employee learning and development queries.
• Provide guidance on learning paths and career development opportunities based on employee and organisational needs.
• Assist in the design and delivery of personal and professional development initiatives.

Digital Skills Development:

• Assist in the development and delivery of digital skills training, supporting employees in improving their proficiency in digital tools and software.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to identify areas where additional digital skills training is required.
• Support the L&D Manager in managing the L&D budget, tracking expenditures and processing invoices.

Learning and Development Projects:

• Support the implementation of new learning initiatives and programs, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Participate in cross-functional projects that contribute to a culture of continuous learning.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in a learning and development coordination role or a similar administrative position.
• Strong proficiency in digital tools and platforms, including Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-learning tools (e.g., Articulate, Adobe Captivate, Canva, Synthesis), and other digital collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Zoom).
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with diverse stakeholders across the organisation.
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and data.
• Ability to analyse data and present actionable insights.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to generate L&D reports.
• Experience in developing and delivering training.
• CIPD qualification in Learning and Development or equivalent
• Skills, Abilities and Competences

Collaboration and Teamwork:

• Skilled in working within a global team, fostering collaboration across departments and regions.
• Ability to facilitate virtual teams and work with colleagues and partners globally in different time zones

Cultural Sensitivity and Inclusion:

• Strong competency in promoting inclusivity and ensuring training materials and delivery methods are culturally sensitive and accessible to all learners.

Organisational Agility:

• Ability to navigate and thrive within a fast-paced, global organisation, responding quickly to changing business needs and priorities.

Innovation in Learning Design:

• Ability to introduce innovative approaches to learning, such as incorporating mobile learning, social learning platforms, or AI-driven personalised learning pathways.

Attention to Detail:

• Ensuring accuracy and high standards in managing training records, tracking certifications, and preparing training-related reports.

Global Mindset:

• Understanding of global business environment, with sensitivity to cultural differences and regional learning needs.
• Ability to adapt learning products to the cultural context locally

Problem-Solving:

• Strong problem-solving ability to handle challenges such as differing regulatory requirements, regional variances in skills development, and access to learning platforms.

Time Management:

• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks and coordinating global projects that involve multiple stakeholders and time zones.

Continuous Improvement Focus:

• Passion for continuous learning and staying updated on global L&D best practices, tools, and emerging technologies.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Why join us?

The opportunity to work for an organisation that is making a positive difference to the lives of people worldwide, a friendly and supportive culture, and working with values-driven and highly engaged colleagues are just some of the reasons we think Practical Action is a great place to work.

This will be a global role based either in the UK or in one of our country offices in Kenya, Rwanda, Senegal, Zimbabwe, Peru, Boliva, Nepal or Bangladesh.  The final salary and benefits for this role is dependent on the country of base and job market conditions.

The successful applicant must have the pre-existing right to both live and work in the country from which they will be based.  They must be in a commutable distance from one of our global offices, as the successful candidate would be expected to attend the office on regular occasions.

Additional information

Practical Action believes that having a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace culture based on respect will enable us to be an effective organisation. We seek to create an inclusive workplace in which people are accepted as individuals, regardless of their differences and where they feel their contribution is valued.  Practical Action is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from under-represented groups.

We stay committed to cultivating an inclusive and diverse working environment and believe that people from different backgrounds or cultures give us different perspectives, and the more perspectives we have, the more successful we will be. By building a culture where everyone feels heard, respected, and valued we give everyone working with us the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal checks and terrorist financing.

Closing date for applications: 17th November 2024.  Please note that should we recruit a suitable candidate before the closing date, we will close applications earlier than the specified date.

Interviews: It is anticipated that interviews will take place in the week commencing 25th November 2024.

If you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.

HOW TO APPLY

If you want to work for a charity with significant people ambitions, then we would like to hear from you. For more information, please visit our careers page. 

To apply please submit a copy of your CV (A4 No more than 2 pages) and send us a supporting statement that addresses person specification, Skills, Abilities and Competencies listed, and please make this no more than 2 A4 pages.

Contract:  Permanent, part time 

Salary:  £11,918 - £13,858 per annum (FTE £23,835 - £27,715) 

Location: Hitchin SG4 8EU 

Closing date:  Sunday 3 November 2024 

Interview date:  Week commencing 11 November 2024 

We’re recruiting a Volunteer Coordinator for our Rehoming & Fostering team in Hertfordshire! 

At Blue Cross, we're dedicated to providing the best care possible to pets in need. As a Volunteer Coordinator, you'll be instrumental in fostering a supportive and engaging environment for our volunteers, ensuring they play a crucial role in our mission of providing love, attention, and support to pets in our care.  

More about the role

Our Volunteer Coordinators recruit and support our amazing volunteers in the local area, promote the benefits of volunteering and raise the awareness of our centre and Blue Cross.   

Our fostering service is an integral part of the rehoming process, supporting the delivery of our strategy by increasing the service so that Blue Cross can help more pets. 

As a Volunteer Coordinator you will be responsible for recruiting and supporting a diverse team of volunteers. Working closely with the Centre Managers and Assistant Managers, you will ensure that our volunteers are fully integrated into the team, ensuring that the team welcome and collaborate with these wonderful people.   

In addition to this, you will be building relationships with local communities and partners, promoting the benefits of volunteering to provide more targeted support. 

This role is working 18.75 hours per week over 2.5 days on the following fixed working pattern:  

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 

Week 2: Tuesday, Thursday 

If you excel in an environment where you can see the difference you make every day, then this is the role for you. Interested? Then apply and let’s work together to see if this is the role for you. 

About you

You will be an excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to actively promote to a range of external stakeholders the work of Blue Cross and the benefits of volunteering. You will be a self-motivated individual with a focused, creative, and forward-thinking approach to volunteering and will enjoy the opportunity to be involved in a range of local volunteering events and national initiatives. 

With the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with people at all levels, you will have a passion for ensuring that volunteers have the right opportunities to thrive in their roles.  

You will be organised, flexible and analytical in the way you work, and you will enjoy working to targets and managing a diverse team of volunteers. With an approachable and supportive manner, you will be able to offer guidance and advice, and will have the confidence to deal with volunteer situations should they arise and be able to offer pragmatic solutions. 

You will know what it is like to work in an emotionally charged environment and have excellent ‘bounce back ability’ and resilience. In addition, you will be emotionally intelligent, showing empathy and knowing how to support volunteers and your colleagues. 

Knowledge, skills, and experience  

• Demonstrable experience of supervision or management of volunteers. 
• Good experience of running recruitment campaigns 
• Experience of working with local communities  
• Good experience of actively managing a bank of clients or volunteers  
• High standards of verbal and written communication. 
• Previous experience in working in a client focused environment where delivering a high level of customer satisfaction is the norm. 
• IT literate with MS Office and web-based databases and platforms 
• An awareness of health and safety legislation. 
• Current full driving licence. 
• Ability to demonstrate, understanding and apply our Blue Cross values   

It would also be great (but not essential) if you had: 

• Training or coaching skills. 
• Presentation skills. 
• Working with animals, and knowledge of animal welfare. 
• Organising events. 

Want to know more detail? Great! We have attached the job description which hopefully gives you everything you need. 

How to apply  

Please visit our website, click the apply button and complete the online application process before the closing date on Sunday 3 November 2024 .  

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.   

Blue Cross benefits   

Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today.   

In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are.   

Our generous benefits package includes:   

• Enhanced annual leave entitlement: 30 days plus bank holidays    
• Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution   
• Health cash plan  
• Life assurance   
• Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme  
• Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support  
• Free access to GP via MetLife  
• Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days 
• Claim for professional fees  

To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.  

About Blue Cross

Blue Cross is a national charity that has been helping sick, injured and homeless pets since 1897. 

Every month we help thousands of pets and their people by providing veterinary care, expert behaviour advice and find homeless pets loving families. We also offer education for future generations plus pet bereavement support for those who have lost their beloved pet companion. 

We love the ways that pets can make such an amazing difference to the people they live with and we offer lifelong support and advice to help that unique relationship thrive. With your support we can give back to more pets and their families who need our help. 

Pets change lives. We change theirs.
 

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion 

We believe that every pet should enjoy a healthy life in a happy home, and we always seek to recruit the best people who share our values and commitment so we can continue to help and support pet owners across the UK to achieve this. 

At Blue Cross, we want you to feel that you belong, without the need to hide any part of who you are.  

Diversity and inclusion at Blue Cross means creating a workplace where all people, regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, nation or country of origin, disability, age, and socioeconomic backgrounds are welcome, respected, supported, and have access to equal opportunities.   

We are working hard to reflect the world we live in and the communities we serve at every level of our organisation. As much as we have made positive advances, we consider diversity and inclusion to be a work in progress – a continual commitment that remains a priority for all of us.  

If you would like to talk to us about any reasonable adjustments or changes to our recruitment process to support you to be your best, then please get in touch.

Our values    

Our values define the way we do things. We use them every day to guide us, and to make sure we put people and pets at the heart of everything we do.  

Compassionate: We listen, we are non-judgmental, we are kind and caring to the pets and people we encounter, and we offer support in difficult times  
 

Courageous: We make brave decisions, embrace change, and encourage innovation, ensuring we always act with integrity – doing the right thing even when no one is looking  
 

Inclusive: We value all our relationships and work in an open and positive culture where we celebrate our diverse talents and empower you to be you 

The Operations Team Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining operational capability and effectiveness through day-to-day supervision of the Operations Team.

Operations Coordinator
Location: Norwich
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £30,367 - £34,705 per annum
Contract: Permanent contract ​

East Anglian Air Ambulance is a regional charity providing life-saving care across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk and beyond. With two state of the art helicopters and a fleet of rapid response vehicles our crew of critical care paramedics and specialist doctors bring their advanced skills, equipment and medicine to the scene of the incident in the fastest time possible.

The role will support the operations, clinical and aviation stakeholders in the delivery of their function and has a significant impact on the provision of high standards of patient care by the Clinical Teams.

You will coordinate all clinical duty rostering to ensure maximum operational cover, planning clinical staff supervision alongside the operational rota fulfilment and ensuring compliance with rota rules and fatigue management policies. You will also control and monitor on-call rotas, ensuring documents are produced for monthly payroll.

Using your experience of working within an operations environment, you will guide and suggest operational development and policy change to maximise the efficiency of the operations team. You will supervise and coordinate the stock maintenance of medical equipment, drugs and PPE at both EAAA bases ensuring robust and resilient supply chains are in place.

Flexibility is required within this role as the post holder will undertake regular on-call responsibilities, providing guidance regarding operations and estates issues outside of normal working hours.

Named in 2023 as one of the ‘Best Places to Work’ in The Sunday Times national awards, you will be joining a truly inspirational organisation. EAAA not only operates with total patient focus but provides a supportive working environment where everyone can develop and make a difference – Together We Save Lives.

Closing date: Monday 04 November (9am)
Interview date: Wednesday 13 November

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.

No agencies please.

About Us

The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats, and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London, including Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, and more.

We also manage other important public spaces such as Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens, making these iconic green spaces some of the most visited attractions in the UK, with 77 million visits annually.

We are now looking for a Public Programmes Coordinator to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 36 hours per week.

The Benefits

• Salary of £32,666 - £34,000 per annum, depending on experience
• 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years’ service
• Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)
• Hybrid/agile working options
• Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Offices in a beautiful location

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic educator with experience coordinating and delivering nature and heritage activities to join our team.

You’ll have the chance to develop and deliver a wide range of programmes, inspiring visitors to engage with the wildlife and heritage of our beautiful parks.

Working as part of an inclusive and supportive organisation, you’ll be able to grow your skills and make a real difference to the way people connect with nature.

So, if you are passionate about engaging families and adults with outdoor learning and want to work in one of the UK's most iconic green spaces, apply today!

The Role

As a Public Programmes Coordinator, you will plan and co-ordinate inspiring outdoor learning experiences for families and adults across the Royal Parks.

Developing resources and delivering activities, you will work closely with volunteers and partners to engage visitors and foster a greater understanding of nature, heritage, and wellbeing.

You will help diversify our audiences and extend a warm welcome to those facing barriers to visiting.

Additionally, you will:

• Co-ordinate and deliver family activity days, walking tours, and workshops
• Supervise Walking tour volunteers and freelance staff to ensure the successful running of activities
• Create and update learning resources to maintain fresh and relevant programme content
• Ensure safeguarding policies are upheld during activities
• Track participant feedback and update monitoring and evaluation records

About You

To be considered as a Public Programmes Coordinator, you will need:

• Experience delivering nature, heritage, or wellbeing activities
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Experience of adapting outdoor sessions according to weather conditions, the needs of each group and other unforeseen circumstances
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to deliver engaging sessions

We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed and use Recite-me accessibility software. At the top of the application page, there is an “Accessibility Tools” button which you can use to complete the application form in a way that works for you. If you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch.

Other organisations may call this role Learning Officer, Public Engagement Officer, or Outdoor Learning Officer.

The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Public Programmes Learning Officer, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.

Are you an outstanding educator who believes in learning as a vehicle for change?

We are looking for a Senior Curriculum Coordinator to manage our learning programme, leading a dedicated team of tutors. This permanent post is at the heart of our organisation, responsible for designing and managing our inspiring, dynamic curriculum.

At Back on Track we work with a diverse group of people who may have experienced trauma, problems with mental health, and discrimination that has limited their opportunities. Our learning and progression prioritises self-determination, wellbeing, and social inclusion. We are therefore looking for someone who is inspiring, creative, and committed to supporting people to build their self-worth and achieve their potential.

In addition to managing the learning programme the role will include:

· Line management and support of curriculum colleagues

· Building relationships with project partners

· Managing performance of funded curriculum contracts and projects

You will be joining a motivated, committed team. In our most recent staff survey, 100% said they would recommend Back on Track as a great place to work.

Back on Track has been part of the local community for nearly 50 years. Our learning centre is a place where people can belong, feel a sense of purpose, and get skills and guidance to make choices about the kind of future they want. This could be managing problematic drug and/or alcohol use, living a crime-free life, improving mental health and wellbeing, or finding and maintaining a stable home.

Digital Recovery Coordinator

Location: Lewisham, SE6 4JU

Salary: £26,250 - £34,650 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week - Monday to Friday 9am until 5pm (Please note you will be required to work one evening clinic between 5pm and 7pm, this is worked on a rota basis approx. every 9 weeks)

Waythrough's vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. They tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.

The Role

Are you passionate about supporting young people and experienced in digital communication? Insight Lewisham is looking for a Digital Recovery Coordinator to lead their online engagement while also providing direct support to young people in their recovery journeys.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage their social media presence, primarily on Instagram, and help us expand to platforms like TikTok and Snapchat.
• Create engaging posts for key awareness events (e.g., Alcohol Awareness Week, Black History Month) and share psychoeducational information on topics such as drugs (e.g., cannabis, ketamine, 2CB), mental health, and sexual health (e.g., contraception, consent, STIs, and online safety).
• Develop a comprehensive digital library with resources for young people and their families on reducing substance misuse harms and promoting overall wellbeing.
• Provide 1:1 support for a small caseload of young people, helping them with recovery planning and harm reduction, including sexual health advice.
• Collaborate with a close-knit, supportive team and liaise with their Senior Marketing and Communications team to ensure high-quality, impactful content.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience working with young people, with a preference for experience in substance misuse, sexual health, or family work.
• Strong social media skills, with experience creating content that resonates with young audiences.
• Ability to manage a caseload and work collaboratively with the team to achieve the best outcomes for young people.
• Passionate about promoting health and wellbeing, especially in areas of substance misuse and sexual health.

Why Join them?

• Be part of a dynamic and supportive team focused on making a difference in young people’s lives.
• Excellent benefits, ongoing training, and opportunities for professional growth.
• A chance to shape digital outreach in an innovative service.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement (27 days, plus bank holidays, increasing to 32 after 1 years’ service)
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Enhanced occupational sick pay
• Enhanced employer contribution to your workplace pension
• Death in service benefit
• Free Will writing
• Eyecare vouchers
• Blue light card discount
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities, including free training courses
• Work-life balance- flexible working and family friendly policies
• Happy, Healthy You! – their wellbeing offers for their workforce
• Employee Assist Programme and Waythrough Support Networks

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please proceed through the following link to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

**Please note they reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive excess applications for the position**

Job Description Coordinator
£25,705 - £32,553 pa, plus excellent benefits
London (including flexible working)
Full-time, permanent

We are looking for an efficient and driven individual to support our work in approving job descriptions for psychiatrists working in the NHS. Taking your own initiative will come as second nature and you will enjoy setting up and streamlining administrative processes and systems. IT literacy and a proven ability to deal effectively and quickly with complex information and queries are essential as are excellent customer service skills.

The successful applicant will be highly articulate and have strong administrative skills as well as the ability to support, monitor and report on key projects to internal and external stakeholders.

The College values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, reflecting the population it serves.

We are committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive culture, a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit.  We aim to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.

We will provide appropriate reasonable adjustments for candidates who may have a disability.

We only recruit the best and in return for your commitment the College offers an attractive salary and benefits.

We operate a hybrid working model of on-site and working from home/remote, which helps to ensure a flexible work life balance.

We welcome applications from all sections of the Community.

The Royal College of Psychiatrists is the professional membership body for psychiatrists and promotes excellent care for people with mental illness. It has 19,000 members and engages with government and the media as the leading voice of the UK’s mental health services. The College is a values-based organisation and, in 2019, was named Charity of the Year in the European Diversity Awards. 

Closing date: 6 November 2024
Interviews: 26 November 2024.

Music and Performing Arts Coordinator

We are seeking a Music and Performing Arts Coordinator to lead on the planning and delivery of a varied, creative, dynamic, safe and youth-focused music and performing arts programme.

Position: Music and Performing Arts Coordinator

Location: Burnt Oak, London - HA8 0DT

Salary: £28,000-£29,500, pro rata per annum - depending on experience

Contract: Part time, Permanent - 20 hours a week (0.5 FTE) – (flexibility required, including regular evenings and weekend work)

About the role:

The role of Music and Performing Arts Coordinator will be delivered through two distinct spaces: The Music Room (including a recording studio) and a Performing Arts Studio. You will work with sessional staff to ensure that these two spaces are well-used and well-maintained. You will also ensure that special projects/events that involve music and performing arts are properly organised and arranged.

You will work to ensure the music and performing arts provision is ambitious, based on the organisation’s “Try, Train, Team” model (every space having a range of activities that allow young people to give something new a go, to develop skills and to do it with others). Finally, you will be a part of the Delivery Team, helping to deliver our overall objectives as an organisation.

About You:

To be successful in the role of Music and Performing Arts Coordinator you will need the following skills and experience:

• Experience of line management and team leadership
• Qualification, or experience of delivering music or performing arts activities to young people
• Excellent communication skills to deliver activity programmes to a wide range of young people
• Ability to motivate and engage staff, volunteers and young people through Music and Performing Arts
• Knowledge of the issues affecting young people and an ability to work with challenging behaviour and complex needs
• A willingness to work unsociable hours when required

The charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable groups. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. The strength of the organisation is the diversity of its people, there is a huge value on different people doing things in different ways and we welcome applications from what might be considered non-traditional backgrounds. The one thing we all have in common is our desire to raise the aspirations of young people across the country. We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Youth Work, Music Teacher, Performing Arts Teacher, Drama Teacher, Sessional Youth Worker, Activities Coordinator, Social and Recreational Coordinator, Performing Arts, Music, Activities Instructor, Performing Arts Leader, etc. #INDNFP

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

Smyth & Co is delighted to be partnering with Art History Link-Up, a widening participation education charity to find a Charity Operations Coordinator. This role will play a vital role in the organization, supporting all Charity operations. This is a great opportunity for an individual to contribute to AHLU's growth and expansion, supporting the development of new partnerships, locations, courses, and communication campaigns. This role will collaborate with the COO, CEO and wider team to support and enhance programmes, partnerships, and other operations.

 The role will be mainly office-based, in Central London, however with some flexibility for hybrid working as appropriate.

 Some key responsibilities:

• Support the CEO and COO in day-to-day operations.
• Oversee efficient practices, adherence to policies, and operational effectiveness.
• Support fundraising initiatives and explore income streams for sustained growth.
• Collaborate with trustees and teams to advance strategic aims and objectives.
• Support events and administrative tasks such as calendaring and correspondence.

What you’ll bring to the team

• Proven success in project coordination and management.
• Adept at working under pressure, and with excellent attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organisational and prioritisation abilities.
• Experience in data analysis with a high attention to detail
• Commitment and enthusiasm for our mission.

About Art History Link-Up

Art History Link-Up believe that art history shouldn’t belong to the handful of people who currently have the opportunity to study it, unfortunately currently, fewer than 1% of state schools offer History of Art A level. To address this, AHLU has provided free courses in art history to over 500 students from over 300 schools across the UK. Their alumni are now studying art history at Russell Group universities across the UK, including the Universities of Oxford, Cambridge, and the Courtauld Institute.

This role is part of the Student Activities department working collectively with colleagues delivering the Guild’s student groups, societies, activities and volunteering work as part the Engagement Directorate.

The Student Groups Coordinator roles are to develop the capacity of the student groups within the Guild to enable students to maximise their potential. The support will include the administration of relevant training, tailored support for specific initiatives and assisting groups to plan for their year through attracting membership and delivering their activities.

We are looking for applicants who have experience of dealing with customers both face-to-face and online, over the telephone and via e-mail, with twelve months relevant experience in an administrative role and responsibility for managing and developing administrative systems; along with experience of developing relationships with students and stakeholders to deliver objectives.

The Benefits

We offer great benefits including:

• 5 days close down during Christmas, and 2 during Easter each year, in additional to bank holidays and 21 days annual leave, rising to 26 days after 5 years’ service (meaning you will not work during Christmas, New Year or Easter).
• Full sick pay from the moment you start working for us.
• A comprehensive suite of basic training for all employees which includes Equality & Diversity, Mental Health Awareness and Data Protection
• Discounted membership rates at University of Birmingham Sport & Fitness
• The opportunity for new staff to join the NEST pension scheme. The Guild contributes a matched payment of between 4-6% of your salary
• A range of wellbeing benefits

We are a Times 100 Best Companies to Work For employer and in our most recent staff survey (March 2023) 78% of our staff said they would recommend this organisation as a good place to work.

The Guild of Students is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all members of the community.

Interviews are provisionally expected to take place on Monday 18th November and Tuesday 19th November 2024.