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Job title Training and Events Coordinator
Job purpose: To ensure efficient and effective professional administration of the bpf North’s training and events activities.
Accountable to: Office manager
Key colleagues: Director of bpf North’s trainings
All bpf staff
Teaching staff
Trainees
Major responsibilities
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Establish appropriate professional relationships with a wide variety of people, recognizing their roles and needs, including members of the public, chairs and members of committees, clinicians, teachers and trainees.
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Develop and provide efficient administrative procedures that are accurate, confidential where necessary, and fit for purpose.
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Maintain accurate and up to date records and files securely.
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Maintain the annual rhythm of training events and activities throughout the year in a timely fashion, and refining procedures as necessary.
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Be responsible for processing all payments from trainees and to teachers and tutors.
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Attend and minute core staff meetings, sending out agendas in liaison with the training director.
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Be actively involved, in relationship with the marketing team, in the marketing and promotion of the training at regular events, advertising campaigns, or by individually responding to members of the public.
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Working closely with the training director, provide detailed administrative support to all aspects of dealing with enquiries from the public to processing formal applications for training.
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Working closely with the director to provide detailed administrative support to all aspects of finding teachers, issuing contracts, providing termly schedules to trainees, distributing reading lists, requesting/receiving/distributing reports, and setting up online seminars.
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Work closely with the course director in all aspects of the training work, including but not limited to managing training resources, updating training policies, collating documentation and information for re-accreditation of trainings.
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Liaise with the clinical services department and placement tutor to collect information about trainees’ clinical work.
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Organise several annual events including publicity or invitations, refreshments, speakers etc.
Qualifications
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Good level of general education.
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A standard pass or above in both Mathematics and English at GCSE level;
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Two A levels or a vocational qualification at level three; or
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Have gained an equivalent level of learning through work experience.
Experience
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Significant experience in an administration role, preferably in a client/customer-facing role, and ideally in a training, education or membership environment. Knowledge of higher education or professional healthcare training, in particular in relation to psychotherapy or counselling, desirable.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to compose communications to a wide range of professionals, and to take accurate minutes.
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Good general computer literacy including competency in Microsoft Office, databases, Zoom and Microsoft Teams, and the ability to be self-supporting.
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Able to understand the complexities of working in a membership organisation.
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Excellent organizational and time management skills.
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Able to work independently and be proactive as well as able to exercise judgement about when to draw on colleagues’ expertise and ask for assistance.
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Methodical with good attention to detail.
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Able to use initiative and continue to think under pressure when faced with sensitive interactions.
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Ability and commitment to maintain strict confidentiality.
General
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Any other activities deemed appropriate by the CEO, training director, and office manager.
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Adhere to bpf policies and procedures.
This job description is intended as a guide and is not an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of this role. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed.
This job description and person specification may be subject to review from time to time in conjunction with the postholder.
Contract duration: Permanent contract
Hours of work: 21 hours a week, including some evenings and weekends (time off in lieu given).
Location: Mostly home-working with some travel to sites in Newcastle or surrounding areas where events and training are taking place.
Salary: £18,270 (£30,450 per annum fte)
Annual leave: 30 days plus Bank Holidays (pro-rated 18 days)
Pension: Employer 3%, employee 5%
Notice period: One month during 6-month probationary period; 1 months thereafter
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic team administrator to join our small, friendly and relaxed team at SCONUL, the professional association for academic and research libraries. The team currently works one to two days a week from our modern offices close to Euston station and the remainder of the week from home.
You will be responsible for providing administrative support across all aspects of the organisation’s work, including diary management, the organisation of meetings and supporting the delivery of the SCONUL Access Scheme. It’s a role that provides scope for autonomy and to become involved in the full range of the organisation’s work and to develop a broad set of skills.
We are looking with someone with relevant office or administration experience who is well organised and with strong communication and IT skills. The role would suit someone who is self-motivated, flexible and happy to take the initiative.
This is a permanent post. Excellent benefits are offered that include 30-day holiday allowance, defined benefit pension scheme, support with learning and development and season ticket loan after probation.
SCONUL is committed to fostering greater diversity in the library community and has an active programme promoting equity, diversity and inclusion across our member libraries. The same applies to the SCONUL office team and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly encouraging applications from the global majority.
Starting salary: £25,462
Employer:SCONUL (The Society of College, National and University Libraries), 94 Euston Street, London NW1 2HA
Contract: The Team Administrator post is a permanent position. We are happy to accept applications for those seeking full time positions or from more experienced candidates seeking a part-time position.
Location: This post is based up to two days a week at SCONUL's London office with the remainder of the time working from home. It will also involve occasional travel to other sites.
References: Appointment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references.
Job description
Reporting to the Deputy Director and working closely with the Project Manager and SCONUL Co-ordinator, the successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Organising the schedule of meetings for the SCONUL Board and SCONUL working Groups.
- Managing the diary of the Executive Director.
- Supporting the delivery of the SCONUL Access Scheme including:
- answering routine queries from Access Scheme users, applicants and university administrators
- providing SCONUL Access contacts with timely and relevant information about the scheme
- providing routine technical support to applicants and university contacts responsible for processing applications and refer potentially more complex or disruptive technical problems
- drafting changes to website content to reflect the scheme’s current practice and procedures.
- Supporting the delivery of SCONUL events including:
- drafting and following up invitations to speakers and other participants with support from the Project Manager
- managing and processing events registrations
- booking accommodation and travel arrangements when required
- production of event documentation
- helping to manage events on site, including briefing and managing colleagues, volunteers, and external suppliers, supporting, advising and directing event participants.
- Processing invoices and other office paperwork.
- Answering general queries from members and students phoned into the office.
- Uploading content onto the SCONUL website and helping keep the content up to date.
Skills and experience required
The ideal candidate will relish the opportunity of working as part of a small dynamic team and be an outgoing, flexible individual with a can-do attitude who enjoys engaging with members.
Essential:
- previous experience of office administration or equivalent.
- strong interpersonal and presentation skills
- customer service skills including a positive, customer-focused approach
- strong organisational skills and an eye for detail
- excellent written skills in relation to the production of letters and other documents.
- a high level of IT literacy
- proven ability to work as both a team member and autonomously
- willingness to engage with SCONUL’s purpose and mission, and with the needs and aims of our members
- demonstrable experience of managing a diverse workload; being able to prioritise work and working under pressure.
Desirable:
- experience of organising diaries
- experience of organising events
- experience of using Sage
- experience of working with websites.
How to apply:
Please apply with a single document incorporating a written statement and CV by close of play on 20 January. The statement of no more than 1000 words should explain why you believe you have the skills and experience to fulfil this role.
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 29 January, please do confirm in your application if you are able to attend on this date.
The interview will also include a short writing exercise.
Due to the high volume of CV's we anticipate receiving, we can only respond to successful candidates.
Please apply with a single document incorporating a written statement and CV by close of play on 20 January. The statement of no more than 1000 words should explain why you believe you have the skills and experience to fulfil this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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ABOUT ULI EUROPE
ULI, the Urban Land Institute, is a non-profit research and education organisation focused on the real estate sector with a strong mission, to shape the future of the built environment for transformative impact in communities worldwide. To advance the mission, the members have identified three mission priorities, which are decarbonisation, affordable and adequate housing and educating the next generation of real estate leaders.
Founded in 1936, we now have over 48,000 members worldwide, representing the entire spectrum of land use and real estate development disciplines working in private and public sectors.
In Europe we have c. 5,500 members. We have a particularly strong presence in the major European real estate markets with National Councils in 15 countries across Europe, including e.g., France, Germany, Spain, and United Kingdom.
ULI’s main revenue sources come from individual and corporate membership, in addition to corporate sponsorship for a wide range of activities ULI delivers, including events, research and mission driven programmes such as C Change or UrbanPlan.
To advance its mission priorities, ULI is aiming to diversify and grow its funding sources and especially focus on philanthropic donations from individuals, corporates and foundations, in addition to grants from other local and European institutions.
ULI Europe requires an experienced, highly-organised individual to work closely with the CEO of ULI Europe, Chair of the ULI Charitable Trust, Chief (Philanthropic) Fundraising Officer and VP of Business Development and Membership to administer and support the growth of ULI’s philanthropic fundraising work in Europe.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Manager of Philanthropic Fundraising will serve as the cornerstone of administrative support for ULI’s philanthropic fundraising initiatives in Europe.
The role will report to the Vice President, Business Development & Membership on a day-to-day basis and work closely with the Chair of the ULI Charitable Trust and CEO ULI Europe. The role will have a functional reporting line to the Chief (Philanthropic) Fundraising Officer. This position requires excellent relationship management, organisational and communication skills.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide administrative and management support to the philanthropic fundraising initiatives of the ULI Charitable Trust (and the CT Board of Trustees / ULIF Europe Committee) and ULI Europe, including fundraising campaigns, processing collections (through ULI CT or ULI Europe) and preparing donor reports in cooperation with the ULI Finance team in the US.
- Oversee and coordinate design and development of marketing collateral, presentations supporting fundraising campaigns, in collaboration with the ULI Europe Marketing and Communications team.
- Collaborate closely with team members of the ULI Europe business Development and Membership team, in addition to ULI’s country directors and governance director to support the planning of, and coordinate the implementation of the European philanthropic fundraising strategy determined by ULI Europe (namely by the CT Board of Trustees / ULIF Europe Committee), focusing on both donations from individuals based in Europe and donations from European philanthropic foundations and government programmes;
- Work with and manage relationships with individual and institutional donors, in close collaboration with the corporate accounts team, CEO, ULI Europe and the Chair of the Charitable Trust / Chair of the ULIF Europe Committee;
- Work in close collaboration with Research & Advisory Services and ESG Programmes colleagues, to identify and research (third party) philanthropic funding and grant opportunities and assist in the preparation of applications for philanthropic funding from (third party) foundations and government agencies;
- Coordination of proposal writing for potential foundation funding, in close collaboration with the research, marketing communications and legal and compliance teams.
- Set up and implement application, reporting and compliance process for philanthropic gifts for ULI Europe.
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
- At least 6-8 years’ experience working in a similar role.
- Experience working in an international business environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- A track record of managing transactions or projects that required multi-tasking and meeting deadlines
- A quick learner who is able to adapt easily
- Proficiency in one other European language preferred.
- Real estate background desired, but not essential.
- Occasional international travel required.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in a relevant field or similar experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are committed to improving the lives of people with a learning disablity and autisitc people? Do you want to make a positive difference to the outcomes of wider community?
The Development worker role will be to empower our team of self- advocates. Be proactive in the design, leadership and delivery of projects to make inclusion a reality for all people with a learning disability and autistic people and their families, including facilitating workshops and training.
We need to expand our Strategic Programme Team, as we begin to put in place the practical steps that will move us towards our vision to “bless the 1.5 million people” in our diocese who currently have no meaningful opportunity to hear the good news of Jesus Christ.
You will play a key role in shaping, articulating and securing funding for our transformation plan, and helping to develop and then manage key elements of the Strategic Programme.
The post is based at Church House, Daresbury, with some travel around the Diocese. A full driving licence and access to a car is essential.
Salary: £44,864 - 48,976 per annum, dependent upon skills and experience.
The background paper, job description, person specification, and application form can be downloaded from the Diocesan website - Please see website address in the attached documents.
Completed application forms should be returned to Mrs EA Geddes, Director of HR, preferably by email - Please see email address in the attached documents.
or Church House, 5500 Daresbury Park, Warrington, WA4 4GE.
Informal telephone conversations with Jon Pocock, Strategic Programme Director, are welcome - Please see contact details in the attached documents.
Closing date: Thursday 9 January 2025
Interviews: Thursday 23 January 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Vacancy Reference Number:
HRA/FS/HR/UK-R3
Position title:
Human Resources Assistant
Reports to:
Human Resources Manager
Location:
Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE
Hours of Work:
Full-time, 35-Hours Per Week, Negotiable
Salary guideline:
(Up to) £27,500.00 per annum (commensurate with experience)
Terms of Employment:
18-Months' Fixed Term (Renewable / Extendable) with 6-Months' Probationary Period
Application Process & Closing Date:
Please send an introductory email telling us why you are suitable for the role along with your CV by no later than 29th December 2024.
Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):
Interviews: ASAP
Start: ASAP thereafter
Note: Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold an Online Interview with Muslim Hands; therefore, please familiarise yourself with ZOOM, Team Link, MS Teams, and Skype post successful submission of your application.
About us:
Muslim Hands is a UK faith based international relief and development organisation working in over 40 countries worldwide. The headquarters of Muslim Hands is based in Nottingham, with additional operational function of the - fundraising team located in London. There will be occasional travel between the two locations.
The Role:
Muslim Hands UK is seeking an enthusiastic, dynamic and passionate individual to support our HR Services. The Postholder will work cooperatively and collaboratively as part of the HR team, being integral in the provision of the required support and direct assistance with all aspects of the day-to-day running of the department. The HR Assistant shall progressively take ownership of a variety operational activities whilst ensuring all administrational expectations of the HR department are met to (and maintained at) a high standard.
Job Specifics:
- To develop relationships with and assist staff at all levels within the organisation by providing a comprehensive HR service, dealing with general HR enquiries face to face, by email, by telephone or by other approved means; including regularly representing the HR Department at other Muslim Hands’ sites in order to provide the same.
- To support with the delivery and attainment of the key performance indicators of the HR Department, aiming to achieve over and beyond the department’s expectations at every opportunity.
- To champion operational effectiveness of the HR Department and ensure the responsibilities of the post are conducted in a way that reflects the standards, vision and values of the organisation.
- To proactively support with the full life cycle of all staff recruited, from drafting / adding adverts, managing recruitment campaigns, adding new starters to our HR systems, induction, probation, absence management, variations of contracts, leavers to providing after-care.
- To effectively manage the ‘HR Inbox’ resolving queries and escalating/forwarding concerns to the HR Manager for effective decision making and resolution.
- To effectively and efficiently maintain the HR database(s) to ensure all staff records are comprehensively and accurately kept up to date and compliant with current UK legislation.
- To proactively promote excellence in regard to all Muslim Hands’ Values, Policies, Procedures and Processes including but not limited to Personnel Expectations, Safeguarding, Health and Safety and Well-being.
- To undertaking any other duties which may be reasonably regarded as within the nature of the duties, responsibilities and scope of the role.
- To support with Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in live TV appeals during our peak periods.
Person Specification
Essential
- Ability to demonstrate current eligibility to work within the United Kingdom
- Must be able to either:
(1) Provide a valid Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands; OR (2) Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role.
- 2+ years' experience in similar role dealing with HR administration
- Good numeracy skills and competent in the use of Microsoft Excel functions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong diligence
- Strong IT skills, Microsoft Office and competent in the use of IT systems including HR databases
- Confident and professional attitude in the provision of people support services
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Adept to handling difficult personnel matters
- Excellent telephone manner and attitude to customer service
- Reliable, flexible, and willing to work smart and to learn new skills
- Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative with a positive 'can do’ mentality
- Resilient and able to work calmly during times of pressure and meet deadlines and targets effectively
- Pro-active and excellent collaborator
Desirable
- CIPD Level 5 qualified or NQF Level 6 qualified within a similar discipline
- Competent understanding of UK Employment Law
- Leading organisational personnel development and CPD
- [Lead] Investigation Officer experience in dealing with disputes at work
- Experience of leading or influencing change including the development of a HR Strategy
- Understanding of regulatory bodies that govern UK Charities
Note:
- This Person Specification is illustrative and non-exhaustive in scope. The post-holder may be required to undertake any reasonable tasks as and when required by line manager from time to time to reflect the changing needs of the Organisation.
- Deadline for applications is 29th December 2024 however we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found.
- Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Fixed term until end-March 2025 with possible extension thereafter
Location: Primarily based in our Kennington office and outreach location around Lambeth
Salary (pro rata for part time):
From £29,500 per annum starting specialist salary, to £36,000, dependent on experience
Annual Leave: 25 days (pro rata for part time), Charity Day, plus public holidays
Pension: The charity operates a pension scheme
The charity offers an employee assistance programme
Deadline: 6pm, Monday 6th January 2025
Citizens Advice Merton and Lambeth (CAML) is the leading advice charity supporting individuals and families across the London boroughs of Lambeth and Merton. We provide a range of information, support and advice services. We also work to raise awareness and understanding of the challenging issues affecting our clients and communities.
We are looking for an experienced adviser who has experience of delivering immigration advice for a minimum of two years and has OISC accreditation of level 3 (or equivalent).
Main duties and responsibilities
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Provide advice and casework (face-to-face, phone and email) on immigration (up to including OISC level 3) to clients
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Provide ongoing support as required (up to OISC level 3)
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Offer support and guidance to our level 1 OISC immigration adviser
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Identify if client requires help with other advice-related issues and refer to Advice Supervisors as appropriate
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Deliver service awareness and immigration training sessions to charity team
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Work to own initiative, whilst proactively receiving support from service and other CAML colleagues as necessary
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Identify and escalate serious problems and emergencies appropriately
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Use excellent interpersonal skills to explore, listen and understand complex problems as they affect each individual and tailor approach to advice accordingly
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Follow-up on actions relating to cases as appropriate
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Produce monitoring reports as required
Monitoring Quality and Case Recording
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Ensure that all client interactions are fully and accurately recorded on the appropriate case-recording software
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Ensure paper files are securely and appropriately stored
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Review your work, and monitor own quality standards, as per the Citizens Advice quality framework
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Work with Head of Advice Services, Advice Supervisors and wider team to develop and improve services, and your own standards
Other Duties and Responsibilities
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With wider charity team and other organisations, ensure clients are supported with related advice issues
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Ensure all work is fully compliant with our policies and procedures and Citizens Advice Quality Standard
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Assist and contribute to charity’s communications, research and campaigns work
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Maintain positive working relations with our stakeholders
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Professionally represent Citizens Advice Merton and Lambeth within your work
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Other duties as requested by Head of Advice Services and Chief Executive
Professional Development
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All our team receive comprehensive induction to the charity and our work. We support Advisers in their professional development to ensure we’re up to date with recent legislation, case law, policies and procedures relating to benefits and debt and undertake appropriate training as agreed with your line manager.
Person Specification
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Accredited to OISC level 3 at time of application (essential)
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At least two years’ experience of immigration advice (essential)
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Basic knowledge of welfare benefits for EU nationals or willingness to learn (essential)
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Experience of Casebook or another client management system (essential)
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Ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and manage caseload (essential)
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IT competency and experience (essential)
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Ability and willingness to work as a team (essential)
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Understanding of and commitment to the aims and principles of Citizens Advice service and our equality and diversity policies (essential)
This job description and personal specification does not form part of any contract.
If you’re interested in the role and joining us, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please follow the link to our website to find out how to apply.
The deadline for applications is 6pm, Monday 6th January 2025
If you do not hear from us, we are afraid your application was unsuccessful.
We reserve the right to close applications early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
We are registered with the Information Commissioner's Office and will process your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and Data Protection Act 2018. Please refer to our online Privacy Policy for more information on how your personal data will be processed and stored.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Counsellor – Adult Domestic & Sexual Abuse
Location: Staffordshire
Contract Duration: Initial contract until March 31st 2026
Salary: £34,834 (FTE) per annum Actual Salary £11,146
Hours of Work: 12 per week
This post is open to women only, under the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1. We value diversity and are committed to ensuring that our organisation is an inclusive place to work. We encourage applications from women from all backgrounds and communities and actively welcome applicants from Black, Asian, or other ethnic minority backgrounds and women with a disability .
About Pathway Project
We are a domestic and sexual abuse service based in Lichfield & Tamworth, Staffordshire.
We offer a range of support services and run two refuges in confidential locations.
We have been operating for over 30 years helping adults and children overcome domestic abuse, and to build a future where they live in safety and are free from fear.
Since our founder, Kathy Coe MBE, created Pathway Project, we have helped over 25,000 people, with 5,814 hours of support provided in the last year.
We offer a wide range of services, including adult and children outreach and community support, mental health, wellbeing and financial advice.
We support the relatives of those who have experienced domestic and sexual violence and offer specialist counselling, advocacy and care to all who need us.
Pathway Project believes in working as a cohesive team and are service user led.
Our helpline is access to all and is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Why work for us?
Pathway Project is an inspiring place to be, we are a charity with big ambitions and huge energy.
We are currently evolving a bold new strategy and a passion for excellence in service delivery.
Supported by a driven and energetic board of trustees the new Chief Executive is leading Pathway Project through their ambitious plans.
It’s a really fantastic time to join our amazing charity as we move into the next phase of our exciting journey.
We are a flexible and supportive employer, committed to the personal and professional development and wellbeing of our employees. We welcome applications from women with lived experience of domestic abuse and from minority or under-represented groups.
We offer the following benefits:
· 25 days paid leave plus statutory holidays (pro rata)
· A competitive pension scheme
· Employee Assistance Programme delivered by Health Assured which offers incredible support to staff and their families
We value our colleagues and are constantly reviewing our policies and practice, looking for ways in which we can better demonstrate this. We also recognise the potential impact of working in this field and provide clinical supervision to all of our employees, whatever their role.
About the role
The post-holder will deliver a high-quality counselling service to survivors and victims of domestic and sexual violence (aged 18+) that is trauma-informed, ethical and supports key outcomes. Supporting the Lead Counsellor and the wider counselling team to develop and maintain a safe, professional and accessible service.
Managing a caseload of clients accessing short to medium term counselling, providing face to face, telephone and online counselling sessions. Where clients are engaged with the criminal justice system ensuring that they are working to Pre-Trail Therapy guidance.
The post holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and should be committed to equal opportunities. The post holder will work within a multi-agency setting and communicate regularly with other agencies.
This role description cannot cover every eventuality or task that may arise within this position and the post holder will be expected to carry out other duties from time to time which are broadly consistent with the role.
Tasks and responsibilities
1. CLINICAL
· Assess and support people impacted by abuse and violence in need of therapy by delivering interventions as appropriate and supporting them in the self-management of their recovery.
· Undertake clinical assessments and make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the service referral protocols, refering unsuitable clients on to the relevant appropriate services or back to the referral agent as necessary, ensuring open communication with the individual throughout.
· Deliver trauma-informed short term counselling over a 8-10 week period with individuals.
· Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.
· Ensure that records of all activity are kept up to date for all clients in line with service protocols, best practice and the requirements of relevant statutory agencies records, including using OASIS case management system to report all support activity and monitoring information as required.
· Work closely with other members of the team ensuring onward referrals, or escalations are managed appropriately.
· Assess and integrate issues impacting recovery into therapy to support the individual holistically.
· To attend regular line management, monthly clinical supervision and participate in team meetings and peer review, to ensure safe practice.
· Escalate and safeguard risk where appropriate and respond accordingly and appropriately in relation to the ‘do no harm principal’. This may include referrals to Children Social Care, MARAC or Adults social care as appropriate. Seek advice from a Senior Service Manager in the first instance to consider and support appropriate steps.
· Contribute to the development of service policies, protocols, guidelines and strategies within area of practice as necessary.
· Coordinate and accommodate multiagency working, sharing information pertaining to risk at all times, and with a view to best support the individual throughout their journey, ensuring they are fully informed throughout.
2. PROFESSIONAL
· Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating counselling bodies (i.e. BACP, UKCP, NCPS) and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department of health (e.g. National Institute for Clinical Excellence, RESPECT).
· Ensure that client confidentiality is protected and advocated for at all times.
· Ensure clear objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with manager on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development.
· Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives.
· Attend relevant conferences /workshops in line with identified professional objectives.
· To support, promote and work in accordance with Pathway Project’s aims and objectives.
3. GENERAL
· To maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and procedures in relation to Mental Health and Primary Care Services as well as Domestic and Sexual Abuse services.
· All employees have a duty and responsibility for their own health and safety and the health of safety of colleagues, clients and the general public.
All employees have a responsibility and a legal obligation to ensure that information processed for both clients and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and in line with the General Data Protection Regulations and Security and Confidentiality Policies.
· It is the responsibility of all staff that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain, to seek advantage of further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties.
Essential
- Recognised qualification in counselling and psychotherapy Level 4 or above
- Evidence of significant post-qualifying continuous professional development
- Membership of BACP
- Eligible for or working towards professional accreditation
- Ability to carry out clinical assessments and provide high quality counselling
- Experience of working with victims of abuse and violence
- Experience of working in a time-limited counselling approach as well as longer term work.
- A good understanding of working within a trauma-informed approach
- Experience of delivering integrative Counselling
- Experience of leading service development
- Ability to assess and support client’s needs and risks including those with complex issues
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to maintain clear boundaries
- Strong team working ethos and team management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues and management, both verbally and in writing
- Case recording and monitoring skills and ability to interpret data to produce reports
- Good organisational, project management and IT skills
- Ability to work well within a team
- Experience of working under pressure and handling competing demands
- Experience of working independently and managing own workload
- A strong commitment to increase the availability of DA/SV counselling
- Willingness to contribute to the charitable aims of the organisation and profitability
Desirable
- Level 7 in counselling and psychotherapy
- Certificate in counselling supervision
- BACP accreditation
- Experience of group work
- Experience of delivering counselling in the voluntary sector
- Significant experience of working with victims of abuse and violence
- Significant experience of working with different modalities
- Experience of service evaluation, service improvement or contributing to service expansion
- Experience of managing a service as part of a small organisation
- Experience of audit and or research
- Experience with using OASIS
Other information:
Pathway Project is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes diversity across our services. All of our employees are required to adhere to our Equality & Diversity policies and to challenge discrimination wherever it is appropriate.
We strive to be as inclusive as is possible and look to recruit individuals with the right skills, experience and attitude, however, for genuine occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a female only for this post (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9.
The role is subject to receiving satisfactory references, Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, plus a probationary period.
How to apply:
Closing date – 5pm Tuesday 14th January
Interview date Wednesday 29th January ( by invitation)
Please send a full CV together with a covering letter indicating why you meet the essential criteria In no more than 2 sides of A4 by email.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Events and Marketing Coordinator
Barnwood is not your typical funder. We drive change so that disabled people and people with mental health conditions have choice of opportunities, access their rights, and are included where they live. We bring people together for a different conversation and explore big ideas. Through learning and collaboration, we influence the change that’s needed. By partnering with local organisations and looking for better ways to fund, Barnwood makes a difference in Gloucestershire.
As part of this work, our Engagement and Insights engages a wide range of people in the Trust’s vision for Gloucestershire, and our Events and Marketing Coordinator is integral to this.
We are looking for an Events and Marketing Coordinator to carry specific responsibility for managing the logistics and coordination of a diverse range of external events for the Trust, as well as producing marketing materials, both print and digital, for external audiences – all to engage a wide range of individuals and organisations in the work of the Trust.
We want to diversify our team to better reflect the work and communities we support – this means we would particularly welcome applications from people who:
· are from Black, Asian and minoritised backgrounds.
· have lived experience of disability and/or mental health challenges.
Contract terms:
· This role is 12 months fixed term, and we welcome applications from people looking for part time hours (22.5hrs per week).
· We offer a flexible start between 8am and 9.30am Monday to Friday.
· Salary £20,466 p/a pro rata
· 22 days holiday inc. bank holidays
· This position is based in our office in central Cheltenham with occasional opportunities for home working.
Summary of key duties:
Events management for Barnwood Trust hosted external events
· Collaborate on cross-team projects to plan and deliver high-quality events of varying scales, maintaining high standards of accessibility and inclusion for all events.
· Provide logistics planning, delivery and event management support for external events and activities for Barnwood’s change programmes.
· Lead on the logistics planning, delivery and event management for the Trust’s Annual Public Meeting – Together with Barnwood.
· Collaborate with Barnwood Circle members and other external stakeholders to shape and deliver events suitable for the intended audiences, as required.
· Manage the events and marketing functions of the Trust’s CRM data management system (Bitrix) keeping in line with GDPR requirements.
Marketing and communication to a wide range of external audiences
· Work with the Marketing Manager to enable Barnwood Trust to engage with diverse audiences effectively and creatively, utilising a range of channels.
· Produce and disseminate marketing materials, both print and digital, working collaboratively across the Trust.
· Support the delivery of the Trust’s websites and social media presence, including effective content management, scheduling and platform maintenance, in collaboration with the Digital Marketing Coordinator.
· Evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the Trust’s reach across digital and printed marketing channels, utilising monitoring data.
· Maintain high standards of accessibility and inclusion for content on all marketing and communications channels.
· Project manage outsourced projects, such as film production, in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Manager.
Essential Knowledge and experience:
· Proven experience of planning and event managing in-person and online events of varying scales to a wide range of audiences
· An understanding of a range of marketing channels, including print media, digital media, social media platforms, and face to face engagement
· Proven experience of successfully delivering marketing projects while working collaboratively within a team environment
· Proven experience of using a Content Management System (CMS, e.g., WordPress), a Customer Relationship Management System (CRM, e.g., Bitrix) and social media scheduler (e.g., Zoho)
For full details please see our application pack.
Summary of skills
· Highly organised with project co-ordination skills.
· Excellent communication and organisational skills, including high level written communication skills.
· Self-awareness, enabling excellent working relationships with a wide range of people using tact, diplomacy and sensitivity.
· Ability to apply appropriate communication channels and methods, including digital and print media.
· Strong IT skills (proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, WhatsApp, Teams and Zoom, as minimum).
Benefits:
· 36 days annual leave including bank holidays. (FTE)
· Life Assurance (3 x Salary)
· Work within an organisation that is committed to improving equality and diversity.
· Competitive salaries and fantastic pension contribution rates.
· Excellent personal development plan and extensive training which includes a commitment to training employees to be confident when working with people with a wide variety of impairments, disabilities, and mental health challenges.
· Friendly and collaborative working culture; everyone’s voice is heard.
· We have a range of supportive wellbeing policies and almost a third of our employees, are qualified mental health first aiders with Mental Health England.
· Our offices in central Cheltenham are wheelchair accessible, have free accessible parking on site and great facilities.
· Assistance dogs are welcome.
Guidance On Applications:
Click on Apply Now to be taken to the Barnwood Trust website where you need to apply for this role via our online application form.
You will also find a detailed application pack which gives a full and detailed job description and person specification as well as guidance on how to make an online application and what you should include within it.
Should you have any questions or require any of the information in a different format please email the recruitment team directly at recruitment@barnwoodtrust. org.
We want our application process to be right for you as an individual, so if there’s anything you think we can do to make this process more straightforward for you please email recruitment@barnwoodtrust. org directly to discuss what support we might be able to provide. Our career page on our website has some examples of things we may be able to put in place for people who request extra support.
Deadline for applications: 12.00 noon on Wednesday 8th January 2025
First interviews: Monday 13th & Tuesday 14th January 2025
Second stage interviews: Monday 20th & Tuesday 21st January 2025
We would like the successful candidate to start as soon as possible.
Barnwood acts as an agent of social change, working alongside disabled people and people with mental health conditions to create that change.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: Part time (30 hours per week)
Contract: Fixed term until end-March 2025 with possible extension thereafter
Location: Primarily based in our Kennington office and outreach location around Lambeth
Salary (pro rata for part time):
From £28,000 per annum, dependent on experience, for accredited Advisers
Annual Leave: 25 days (pro rata for part time), Charity Day, plus public holidays
Pension: The charity operates a pension scheme
The charity offers an employee assistance programme
Deadline: 6pm, Monday 6th January 2025
Citizens Advice Merton and Lambeth (CAML) is the leading advice charity supporting individuals and families across the London boroughs of Lambeth and Merton. We provide a range of information, support and advice services. We also work to raise awareness and understanding of the challenging issues affecting our clients and communities.
We are looking for an experienced adviser who has experience of delivering advice for a minimum of one year and is keen to start offering immigration advice to clients.
Main duties and responsibilities
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Provide advice (face-to-face, phone and email) on immigration (level 1) to clients
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Provide ongoing support as required (up to OISC level 1)
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Work closely with our level 3 OISC immigration adviser for further guidance
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Identify if client requires help with other advice-related issues and refer to Advice Supervisors as appropriate
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Assist with delivering service awareness and immigration training sessions to charity team
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Work to own initiative, whilst proactively receiving support from service and other CAML colleagues as necessary
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Identify and escalate serious problems and emergencies appropriately
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Use excellent interpersonal skills to explore, listen and understand complex problems as they affect each individual and tailor approach to advice accordingly
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Follow-up on actions relating to cases as appropriate
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Produce monitoring reports as required
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Refer to an Immigration Adviser at a higher level, if required
Monitoring Quality and Case Recording
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Ensure that all client interactions are fully and accurately recorded on the appropriate case-recording software
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Ensure paper files are securely and appropriately stored
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Review your work, and monitor own quality standards, as per the Citizens Advice quality framework
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Work with Head of Advice Services, Advice Supervisors and wider team to develop and improve services, and your own standards.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
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With wider charity team and other organisations, ensure clients are supported with related advice issues
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Ensure all work is fully compliant with our policies and procedures and Citizens Advice Quality Standard
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Assist and contribute to charity’s communications, research and campaigns work
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Maintain positive working relations with our stakeholders
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Professionally represent Citizens Advice Merton and Lambeth within your work
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Other duties as requested by Head of Advice Services and Chief Executive
Professional Development
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All our team receive comprehensive induction to the charity and our work. We support Advisers in their professional development to ensure we’re up to date with recent legislation, case law, policies and procedures relating to benefits and debt and undertake appropriate training as agreed with your line manager.
Person Specification
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Generalist adviser certificate (essential)
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At least one year’s experience of providing advice (essential)
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Have completed OISC immigration training to level 1 (desirable)
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Experience of Casebook or another client management system (essential)
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Ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and manage caseload (essential)
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IT competency and experience (essential)
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Ability and willingness to work as a team (essential)
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Understanding of and commitment to the aims and principles of Citizens Advice service and our equality and diversity policies (essential).
This job description and personal specification does not form part of any contract.
If you’re interested in the role and joining us, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please follow the link on our website to find out how to apply.
The deadline for applications is 6pm, Monday 6th January 2025
If you do not hear from us, we are afraid your application was unsuccessful.
We reserve the right to close applications early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
We are registered with the Information Commissioner's Office and will process your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and Data Protection Act 2018. Please refer to our online Privacy Policy for more information on how your personal data will be processed and stored.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Examinations Administrator (Clinical)
£31,531 pa plus excellent benefits
London WC1
35 hours per week, full-time, permanent
As an Administrator within the Education and Training Division of the College, you will be responsible for the administrative delivery of clinical examinations for trainees and candidates looking to gain membership of the RCPCH (MRCPCH), providing the administration that supports examination preparation from application through to the delivery of results.
This crucial role within the Clinical Assessment Team requires first class customer service and communication skills along with the ability to manage a high volume of work in a cyclical work pattern, such as university registry and admissions sections.
You will be responsible for providing effective customer service for candidates, examiners and the host teams, along with the preparation and confirmation of the examination schedule with relevant examination leads. You will also work with Officers and examiners on the examination appeals process.
Educated to A-level standard or equivalent, you should have substantial relevant administrative skills, along with the ability to act to minimise errors and inaccuracies, maintaining high standards of accuracy and correctness in dealing with information and data.
Your excellent report writing skills will enable you to present information in a fluent and persuasive manner to people at a range of levels.
With the ability to prioritise your workload and work well under pressure, you will also be able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Experience of the administration of examinations and a background of working in and supporting the work of a membership body, or an education or training setting, would be desirable. Experience of working with online platforms would be beneficial to these positions.
The RCPCH Education and Training Division sets and monitors standards for the training and assessment of doctors working in paediatrics and child health in the UK and overseas. It also sets, monitors and administers the College examinations (MRCPCH and DCH), whilst making recommendations on the training of paediatricians including GMC certification. The division’s Clinical Assessments team supports candidates to register, apply for and sit their clinical exams - whether in the UK and Northern Ireland, or in a growing number of countries internationally.
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health sets and maintains standards for the education and training of all doctors working in paediatrics and child health in the UK. We advocate on child health issues at home and internationally. Additionally, through a variety of activities, the College influences the quality of medical practice for children in hospital and in the community.
The RCPCH has more than 23,000 members and fellows and employs around 200 staff, most of whom work in our London office in Holborn. We have a Devolved Nations team operating from Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Our College values: Include, Influence, Innovate and Lead, are important to us. These values ensure we bring out the best in each other, strive forward together to make the College a positive and dynamic place to work.
The RCPCH champions Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Our workplace is inclusive, offering a supportive environment where staff can thrive. The College is keen to accept applications from people with protected characteristics. We believe that our staff should represent all of the diverse communities we serve. Join us to help realise our vision of a world where every child is healthy and well.
The College operates a flexible and modern working policy, whereby our colleagues work in the office for a minimum of 40% over a 4 week cycle and the remainder from home.
Closing date: 6 January 2025
Interviews: w/c 20 January 2025
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health advocates on child health issues at home and internationally.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Marketing Manager to join the Fundraising, Marketing & Communications team at SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity on a six-month contract. This role will support the Head of Marketing & Brand to deliver impactful, integrated marketing and brand activations with great results.
You will work on strategies and campaigns that serve the objectives of all areas within SSAFA, so your expertise will help raise awareness of crucial services, recruit volunteers, support fundraising initiatives and promote understanding of SSAFA’s work. Most notably you will develop the strategic approach and activation of a new brand proposition in the Autumn. This is an incredibly important piece of work for the charity, so the role will suit somebody with experience in driving a brand previously.
You will work collaboratively and creatively with colleagues across the Fundraising, Marketing and Communications directorate, taking briefs and translating them into finalised marketing activations. Alongside the Head of Marketing & Brand you will work closely with the rest of the team, particularly the Senior Marketing Officer.
About the team
You will be joining a well-established team of marcomms professionals, ranging from designers to case study managers and social media experts. You will have plenty of opportunity to interact with other internal departments, such as Fundraising or members of the volunteer network.
About you
To hit the ground running and carry out this role successfully you will have:
- Demonstrable experience managing marketing or brand strategies and campaigns that achieve engagement or brand visibility metrics.
- Experience of managing projects with several internal stakeholders working with either agency or in-house delivery teams.
- The ability to interrogate and understand a brief in order to develop multi-channel campaign plans and co-ordinate the creation of compelling content and collateral that resonates with audiences.
- Experience of co-ordinating post-campaign analysis reports in order to communicate achievements and performance to relevant internal stakeholders.
- Effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines as needed.
- Experience of working in a commercial, public or not-for-profit organisation would be beneficial.
You will be proactive and able to work with large numbers of stakeholders from across SSAFA, with great interpersonal and influencing skills. You are the type of person who enjoys working collaboratively and always wants to achieve the best outcome for different audiences.
About SSAFA
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing practical, emotional, and financial support to our Forces and their families since 1885. SSAFA, is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need; last year our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 53,000 people in need, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.
SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. We are here for that person and their family – any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us.
Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA
SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.
No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.
SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Closing date: 5 January 2025
Interviews: TBC
Hours: 24 hours per week
Location: Gloucester, Hybrid working available
Salary: £16,000 – £16,640 pro-rata (£25,000 - £26,000 FTE)
Closing date: 30th December 2024*
*We will review applications and conduct interviews as they are received and therefore this post may be filled before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found. For this reason, we advise early applications.
The role:
Our client is looking for an enthusiastic, organized, and efficient Academic Coordinator to join their friendly team. In this essential role, you’ll coordinate the daily operations of their accredited education programs, ensuring smooth delivery and excellent service to their students and tutors. If you’re passionate about supporting postgraduate education, skilled in communication, and enjoy working as part of a team, they would love to hear from you.
Our client offers a comprehensive range of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses for veterinary surgeons and nurses. As the Academic Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in organizing, supporting, and resourcing the Association’s postgraduate programs to ensure their success. You will join a dedicated operational team of five within their wider Continuing Education department
In this diverse role, you will handle a range of responsibilities including managing student inquiries and enrolment, administering committees, and coordinating the delivery of their accredited programs. This involves liaising with students, speakers, supervisors, and mentors, as well as working with venue and equipment providers. You’ll also assist in organizing formal examinations, hosting online lectures and webinars, and maintaining their learning platform.
Skills and experience:
They’re seeking a well-organised professional who can manage multiple tasks with precision. Strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines are essential for success in this role.
They’re looking for a candidate with a strong background in administrative support within a fast-paced environment. Experience in coordinating, delivering, and hosting professional training events, or in maintaining academic records, is desirable. Familiarity with educational platforms and technology is a plus, though not required, as training will be provided.
You must be flexible to occasionally work outside of normal office hours to facilitate delivery of their courses.
Other essential skills include:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general IT skills
- A proactive, self-motivated approach to handling tasks
- A flexible approach to work
- Willingness to learn
About our client:
Our client is a professional membership association which exists to advance care for companion animals. With a membership of more than 10,000 veterinary surgeons, vet nurses and students, they work in the UK and internationally to promote excellence in small animal practice through education and science, by facilitating training, conducting research, and developing policy. Each year they deliver numerous education courses, host a large small-animal Congress, and publish books, manuals, apps, and magazines.
This post sits within the Education department and reports to the Academic Operations Manager.
Their reward package for this role includes a basic salary of between £25,000 - £26,000 (£16,000 – £16,640 pro-rata) per annum (depending on experience). In addition, they offer generous employer pension contributions starting at 7% and increasing up to 10% with length of service.
They also offer:
- Holiday starting at the equivalent of 25 days (FTE) (plus bank holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 28 days FTE, plus a further entitlement of an additional one day every 5 years of service.
- Bupa dental plan.
- Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and other family-related leave.
- Life assurance of 3 x annual salary.
- Support for hybrid working for their employees, meaning you can work at home for a proportion of your working week, and they also have a comprehensive Flexible Working Policy.
- Access to a free legal helpline where you can ask their specialist lawyers for legal advice on an array of topics.
- Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and a network of mental health first aiders. Plus, enhanced Company sick pay, access to private medical insurance upon completion of 12 months’ service, occupational health service and annual flu vaccinations.
- Training and development.
- Free onsite parking, and for those who wish to cycle, they offer a cycle to work scheme which provides a discounted purchase of a bicycle and accessories for healthy, low carbon travel.
- Last but by no means least, they have regular social activities and events for those who wish to join!
How to apply:
In order to be considered for this role, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing how you meet the requirements in the role description which is on their vacancy page.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the information on your CV being held by the Association for six months.
Their commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) underpins their belief that they can make the Association stronger through the unique contributions they can all bring. They create inclusive teams aligned to their values and encourage applications from a diverse range of suitably qualified candidates.
You may have experience in the following: Academic Coordinator, Education Administrator, Programme Coordinator, Learning and Development Coordinator, Training Support Officer, Course Administrator, Student Services Advisor, Training and Assessment Officer, etc.
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Hours: Full- and part-time positions
Contract: Permanent
Location: CAML charity offices and outreach venues across Merton
Salary (pro rata for part time):
From £28,000 per annum, dependent on experience, for accredited Advisers
Annual Leave: 25 days (pro rata for part time), Charity Day, plus public holidays
Pension: The charity operates a pension scheme
The charity offers an employee assistance programme
Deadline: 6pm, Monday 6th January 2025
Are you an experienced accredited Adviser?
Do you want to support individuals and families impacted by the cost of living crisis?
Are you looking for a role with a professional, supportive and expanding advice charity with over 80 years of experience working in South West London?
If so please read on:
Citizens Advice Merton and Lambeth (CAML) is the leading advice charity supporting individuals and families across the London boroughs of Lambeth, Merton but also wider London. We provide a range of information, support and advice services. We also work to raise awareness and understanding of the challenging issues affecting our clients and communities.
Owing to charity expansion, we are looking for experienced, accredited Advisers to provide comprehensive advice and support to clients. If you have at least one year’s experience of working in an advice support organisation, are passionate about supporting individuals and families in need and interested in joining a dedicated, professional team we would love to hear from you.
The successful candidates will have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work flexibly with clients and for the charity. You will be meticulous in your work, especially when supporting clients and maintaining case records for continuity of follow up advice and casework. You will also be very well informed with regard to legislation, case law and policy changes relating to advice and benefits.
Main duties and responsibilities
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Provide comprehensive advice in all generalist subject areas including welfare benefits, debt and income maximisation, in line with Citizens Advice requirements.
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Commit to ongoing training/development as requested by the charity
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Use your interpersonal skills to explore, listen and understand complex problems as they affect each individual and tailor your approach to advice accordingly
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Provide a clear plan of action and follow-up on actions relating to cases as appropriate
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Identify and escalate serious problems, including safeguarding, appropriately
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Ability to work to own initiative within a team environment. Work closely with service colleagues and wider CAML team
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Support clients in CAML offices and outreach venues
Monitoring Quality and Case Recording
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Ensure all client engagement and support is comprehensively and accurately recorded
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Review your work, and monitor quality standards, as per the Citizens Advice quality framework
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Ensure data protections regulations are adhered and office procedures followed
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Work with your line manager and senior managers to develop and improve services, and your own standards.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
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With wider charity team and other organisations, ensure clients are supported with related advice issues
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Ensure all work is fully compliant with our policies and procedures and Citizens Advice Quality Standard
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Assist and contribute to the charity’s communications, research and campaigns work
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Maintain positive working relations with our stakeholders
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Professionally represent Citizens Advice Merton and Lambeth
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Other duties as requested by your line manager, senior manager and Chief Executive
Professional Development
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All our team receive comprehensive induction to the charity and our work. We support Advisers in their professional development to ensure we’re up to date with recent legislation, case law, policies and procedures relating to benefits and debt and undertake appropriate training as agreed with your line manager.
Person Specification
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Generalist Adviser certificate (Citizens Advice or equivalent) - Essential
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Experience of using client management databases (we use Casebook) – Essential
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Fantastic communication skills - Essential
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Ability to prioritise work, meet deadlines and manage caseload – Essential
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IT competency and experience – Essential
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Ability and willingness to work as a team – Essential
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Understanding of and commitment to the aims, principles and values of Citizens Advice service – Essential
This job description and personal specification does not form part of any contract.
If you’re interested in the role and joining us, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please follow the link to our website to find out how to apply.
The deadline for applications is 6pm, Monday 6th January 2025
If you do not hear from us, we are afraid your application was unsuccessful.
We reserve the right to close applications early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
We are registered with the Information Commissioner's Office and will process your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation and Data Protection Act 2018. Please refer to our online Privacy Policy for more information on how your personal data will be processed and stored.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Post Title: Hartlepool Full and Part-Time Tutor
Responsible to: Strategic Partnerships Manager
Salary: £24,960 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)
Holiday entitlement/Pension: Holiday entitlement will be 33 days per annum (pro-rata fro part-time) inclusive of Bank Holidays, Employee Assistance Programme and access to an employee perk-based platform. The Tutor Trust also provides a contributory Government-backed NEST pensions scheme, which is offered to our employees after the qualifying period.
*Please note this is a fixed-term role until 31st August 2025, with the potential of transition into a permanent position based on performance and organisational needs*
About Tutor Trust
We’re a proudly Northern charity that believes in equity in education. We do our bit to achieve that by partnering with schools and education providers, to enable their young people to work alongside inspiring and motivating tutors – an opportunity they may not otherwise have.
We know that our high-quality tuition helps improve young people’s academic attainment, wellbeing, and self-confidence, and supports their personal aspirations.
Over the past four years, we’ve had an opportunity to reach more young people than we have before through government funding of the National Tutoring Programme. This is now wrapping up and we’re at a pivotal moment, ready to engage new school partners, donors, peers in the sector and the new Labour government.
Our values
What we stand for and practise in everything we do at Tutor Trust:
We believe in fairness
We are passionate about making a difference
We are inclusive and supportive
We are quality-focused
We are ambitious
We learn
Benefits of working at Tutor Trust
· Hybrid work model (2 days in the office for full-time)
- Competitive leave - 33 days per annum (inclusive of Bank Holidays, pro rata for part-time)
- Flexible working including Time Off In Lieu (TOIL)
- Health and Wellbeing (Employee Assistance Programme, 24-hour GP service, mental health support and benefits platform, Perkbox)
- Enhanced Family and Sick Leave (after a qualifying period).
- Recognition and Culture (Thanks & Recognition, Highlights, team events)
- Learning and Development (knowledge sharing, staff-led groups
Job Purpose
The Hartlepool Full-Time and Part-Time Tutor posts are an exciting role with Tutor Trust. You will plan and deliver tuition to primary/secondary school-aged pupils (from 9-16 years old) across Hartlepool in Maths and English on a 1:4 ratio and complete appropriate paperwork relating to tuition with pupils (register, feedback sheets, etc.) You will liaise with the Strategic Partnership Manager, Hartlepool Programme Coordinator and the quality team. You will also support other tutors as appropriate and be involved in Tutor Trust tutorials and training where required.
If you have solid relevant experience, have the best interests of young people at heart plus a desire to work with an innovative charity, then this could be the role for you.
Main Functions
- To plan and deliver tuition to primary/secondary school aged pupils (from 9-16 years old) across Hartlepool in maths and English on a 1:1 to 1:4 ratio.
· To complete appropriate paperwork relating to tuition with pupil (register, feedback sheets, etc.)
· To liaise with the Strategic Partnerships Manager, Hartlepool Programme Coordinator and the Quality Team.
· To undergo any appropriate training throughout the role to enhance the quality and impact of tutoring delivery.
· To support other tutors as appropriate.
· To be involved in Tutor Trust tutorials and training where required.
· Any other duties commensurate with the grade and nature of the post
Person Specification
Good candidates for this role will be high achievers, with excellent IT and English skills, diplomatic and inter-personal skills, and plenty of initiative.
Skills
· One year of experience of working with children and young people in an educational environment required or QTS.
· Ability to tutor maths and English to a standard desirable.
· Must have achieved a minimum of Grade B/6 at GCSE in Maths and English.
· Understanding of the National Curriculum, GCSE syllabus and have a broad understanding of policy issues and educational best practice relating to improving pupil achievement at Key Stage 2 (and ideally at Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4).
· The ability to work with children from complex backgrounds and with complex needs.
Attributes
· Bright, enthusiastic, and well-motivated tutor confident in dealing with young people.
· Robust and resilient character with excellent time-management skills.
· Demonstrate a commitment to the goals and ethos behind the Tutor Trust.
· Enthusiasm and ability to contribute to the successful development of the Tutor Trust.
· Access to a full driving licence and car is desirable, but not essential.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
The job is a fixed-term role from 2nd December 2024 – 31st August 2025 with the potential to transition into a permanent position based on performance and organisational needs. The central Tutor Trust team is based in the Manchester office, however this job is a full-time, position with frequent travel required across Hartlepool to deliver tuition. All reasonable travel expenses on Tutor Trust business will be reimbursed (not including your regular commute from home to the Tutor Trust working space in Hartlepool).
Closing date for applications: 10th January 2025
Interviews to be held: TBC
Salary: £24,960 per annum & Contributory Pension (Part-time pro-rata)
Start date: ASAP
Candidates are required to complete an application form and supply a cover letter outlining how they meet the requirements of the role. You must also complete the attached Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.
To apply, please email all documents to the carreers email address found in the attached job description
The Tutor Trust is an Equal Opportunities 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.
For further information please see our website under Join Us.
All positions at The Tutor Trust are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS check.
The Tutor Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all children, and expects our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.