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The Charity

Urban Synergy is a social mobility charity on a mission to help 50,000 9-24 years increase their social mobility by 2027. 

Our proven programmes inspire and mentor young people to increase their financial independence, social mobility and create happier, safer communities.

We believe in a world where no-one’s background ever holds them back.

Role Summary:

Are you a proactive, organised, and people-focused professional passionate about empowering young people? We’re looking for a passionate individual to join our team to connect schools, role models, and young people through our programmes. You will be involved in coordinating and facilitating our various programmes creating life-changing opportunities for the next generation. If you thrive on building relationships, delivering impactful events, and making a real difference, this role is for you.

Main Purpose of the Role 

• Facilitate in-person and online events such as Career talks, speed mentoring, mock interviews, and corporate insight days
   

• Secure and recruit volunteers and manage communications and logistics for our school engagement events
   

• Ensure events run smoothly and provide a fulfilling inclusive experience for young people
   

• Support the planning and delivery of mentor training sessions and assist with ongoing mentor engagement
   

• Maintain accurate records using CRM systems and other internal tools
   

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with organisational goals
   

• Build and manage positive relationships with schools, speakers, and volunteers
   

• Gather feedback from events to support continuous improvement and reporting

Skills Required

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience in event planning and hosting.

• Experience in facilitating training or workshops.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with schools, young people, or community organisations.

• Knowledge of mentoring programmes and youth development initiatives.

• Social media or marketing skills to promote events and engage participants.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension

Salary: £28,500 per annum

Hours: 35hrs per week, FTC until 30th September 2025 with possibility of extension dependent on funding.

Location: New Horizons, Guinness Trust Estate, Cadogan Street, London, SW3 2PF

Line Management: Head of Member Experience

Working with: Head of Member Experience, Centre Coordinator New Horizons and the wider Open Age team, Service Users, community organisations

Open Age is seeking a person who is the welcoming face of Open Age.  They will be able to give our members the time they need, whilst juggling a busy workload.  The person will have a friendly manner and remain calm when managing different priorities.

The role would suit someone who has a proven ability to multi-task, think of their own initiative and also enjoy being part of a team. Someone who can support a junior role and their development and training.  The person will require competence in time management, organising workload/priorities and decision making.

About Open Age:

Open Age was established in 1993 and we’re now celebrating over 30 years of championing an active life for older people. Each week we run a wide range of activities for older people from our own three centres and over 60 other community venues. Open Age’s array of activities improves the physical and mental wellbeing of our members.

What you get in return

You will be working in a passionate and enthusiastic team with a strong vision and ambition in striving to enrich the lives of older people.

We offer 25 days leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays and 1 extra day off for your Birthday and occasionally additional paid leave over Christmas period is given.

Employer and employee contribution to pension in line with auto-enrolment pension requirement, 3% employer contribution

Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme through salary sacrifice.

We are London Healthy Workplace Award accredited and proactively invest in the health and wellbeing of employees supporting fair employment practices and a better workplace. 

Regular staff social events.

Training opportunities.

An inclusive work environment welcoming people from all backgrounds, sexuality, ability, race, ethnicity, gender and age.

Equal Opportunities:

Open Age is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences.

Family Support Worker (SHS School Practitioner)

Location: Haberdashers' Abraham Darby 

Hours: 5 days per week term time only - 35 hours per week

Salary: £22,274 - £24,796 per annum (This is the actual salary)

Contract type: Fixed term contract until August 2027

Closing date: Monday 04th April 2025

Interview dates: Interviews will be held online week commencing 28th April 2025

Please note: We reserve the right to interview candidates prior to the closing date, and as such we encourage you to submit applications early to avoid disappointment.

Our mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. 

Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on. 

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

You will also focus your support to help improve attendance, punctuality, engagement in learning, improved behaviour in school and the local community as well as improving social and emotional regulation and well-being.

You will have excellent relationship building and communications skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of people. 

You’ll have previous experience of: 

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

• working in an educational or outreach environment 

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

• Delivering family support

• working with families from diverse communities

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

As an employer we offer:
 

• Perkbox membership 

• Employee assistance programme

• Life assurance 

• Pension scheme

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

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

About us:

Greenhouse Sports is on a mission to transform the lives of young people from disadvantaged communities through the power of sport and mentoring. We’re looking for a ​Head of People who is as passionate as we are about creating opportunities for young people to succeed. If you believe in the power of sport for development, this could be your chance to make a real impact.

About the Role:

As Head of People, you will lead the strategic direction and operational delivery of our People function, championing and developing a culture where our coaches and support teams can thrive. This is a pivotal senior role, offering the opportunity to shape our people strategy, drive organisational development, and position Greenhouse Sports as an employer of choice. You’ll work in close partnership with the Senior Leadership Team to foster an inclusive, values-driven environment that enables every staff member to do their best work – all in service of our mission to help every child have a fair chance to succeed.

This role is ideal for a senior HR professional who is ready to partner with senior leadership, confidently make tough decisions, and handle challenging situations with empathy and discretion. You’ll build strong relationships across all levels, stay self-motivated, and keep a sharp eye on both the details and the bigger picture. This could be your first senior role if you have already demonstrated calm, capable leadership and are ready to step up, especially if you’ve taken responsibility for a broad range of People solutions in previous roles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the People function with strategic and operational oversight of all HR activities, aligning with organisational goals and values.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on staff development plans and lead and measure staff engagement and support broader cultural development efforts.
• Partner with managers across the organisation to develop their skills and ensure consistency in approach.
• Manage employee relations issues, ensuring fair and legally compliant outcomes, with varying levels of complexity.
• Lead and continuously improve recruitment practices, driving forward our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy, embedding it into all areas of people practice.
• Maintain responsibility for safeguarding compliance within HR policies and practices and act as Deputy Safeguarding Lead.
• Lead and continuously improve HR systems, policies, and procedures.
• Manage and support the development of the HR Officer.

Who We’re Looking For:

• CIPD Level 7 qualified, or demonstrable equivalent experience including experience in a senior HR role.
• Passionate about improving the lives of young people through sport, and inclusivity in the workplace
• Strong leadership and influencing skills. Self-motivated, discreet and able to deal with confidential information professionally.
• In-depth knowledge of employment law and best practice HR across the employee lifecycle
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proactive and collaborative approach
• A forward-thinking, values-led leader who is excited by the opportunity to develop

Why Join Us?

At Greenhouse Sports, we’re more than just a charity. We’re a close-knit team driven by a shared goal: to make a positive impact on the lives of young people. We offer a flexible, supportive work environment, with fantastic benefits like a personal wellbeing budget, health insurance, and a generous holiday allowance. Plus, we’re proud to have been named one of The Sunday Times’ Best Places to Work 2024.

Join us and be part of a team that’s making a real difference.

Interested?
If you would like to apply, please submit your CV and cover letter. Please highlight your skills, experience, and passion for supporting people and aligning with our mission.​

Application Deadline: Friday 23rd May at 23:59hrs. We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity. ​

Greenhouse Sports is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children therefore applicants must be willing to undergo child protection training and screening including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check and obtaining satisfactory references from past employers.

Do you want to be part of the team in a charity that has a 135-year history of combating the challenges arising from deprivation and social exclusion in East London?

Our mission at St. Hilda’s East is to equip our service users with the resilience to navigate modern life. We welcome everyone into our spaces and work together to deliver engaging activities, promote social contact and ultimately enrich lives. 

Located in Tower Hamlets, we welcome people of all ages to our large, friendly community centre in Shoreditch where we offer a wide range of activities promoting wellbeing and social connections. Our services include sensory play for Under-5’s, youth programmes, wellbeing activities for those experiencing mental health issues, bilingual advice, and activities to reduce social isolation and enhance physical and mental wellbeing for older people. We also run a day centre in Shadwell, where we care for elders from the Bangladeshi and other communities. 

We employ over 40 staff and engage about 65 volunteers each year. In a recent survey of our staff, more than three-quarters reported St Hilda's as a great place to work, and this role will help embed best practice relating to employment and volunteering to ensure we can build upon this positivity. The postholder will work closely with our Senior Leadership Team and the Board, including a Trustee who has several decades experience as a HR manager and consultant. The role would highly suit someone in the early stages of their career in HR wishing to expand upon their experience or, alternatively, someone with a career in HR behind them, looking for a change of scene and to get involved in a mission driven charity. 

The postholder will provide support and guidance on HR matters to all staff and managers, helping to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture. Our newly refreshed strategic priorities include a commitment to increasing volunteer participation within the charity’s work, and the postholder will play a key role in implementing this priority by improving our procedures and enhancing our capacity.     

This job is for you, if you: 

• Have at least 2 years’ experience in HR administration and practice, ideally within the charity sector.
• A good working knowledge of employment legislation and best practice in people management. 
• The ability and passion to drive forward an agenda around staff and volunteer engagement and wellbeing. 
• Ability to write organisational policies.
• Demonstrable knowledge of best practice around volunteer management, or the ability to learn quickly. 

Benefits include flexible working arrangements including the option to split your time approximately half-and-half between the office and home, 25 days annual leave, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.

Closing date for applications: Monday 28th April at 23:59

Interviews will be held in the week commencing 5th May.

St Hilda's is committed to racial justice and wider inclusion and diversity. We are working towards a goal where our team fully reflects the diversity and difference in lived experiences of our local community.

About the role

You will be based in the North East and as a key part of our schools team, help to lead, support and advise the regional team of school Pathways Coordinators, embedding the MCR programme in schools in the region.  You’ll need to be highly motivated to ensure that all care-experienced young people and those experiencing disadvantage are supported to find, grow and use their individual talents and that their education, employment choices and life changes outcomes are maximised.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide support, development, training, management and motivation to MCR staff in schools

• Support school integration of the programme and a consistently high quality standard of programme delivery

• Develop and support partnerships with the Local Councils, further and higher education institutions, local business and all MCR stakeholders

• Provide analysis of programme performance, impact and development

About you

• Experience of developing and effectively managing teams and programmes

• Self-motivated and skilled at motivating others

• Experience of or strong interest in working or volunteering in the third sector

• Experience of working within or in collaboration with secondary schools

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Attention to detail and ability to prioritise

About us

MCR Pathways is an award-winning charity established in Glasgow in 2007.  Our mentoring programme is now delivered in schools across the whole of Scotland as well as South East England.  We are delighted that we are now launching the MCR programme in the North East of England and we are committed to helping the region’s most vulnerable young people gain self-confidence, identify their skills and recognise and fulfil their potential. Our vision is for all young people to experience equality of education outcomes, career opportunities and life chances.  Our mentoring programme has profound impacts on school pupils in their confidence, wellbeing and post-school progression. MCR Mentors are volunteers who make and experience a life-changing difference.  You will be joining a friendly and supportive team who love what they do and enjoy working with each other.  We model our values and many of us are also mentors ourselves.

Benefits of working for MCR Pathways include:  33 days annual leave in first year rising to 38 days from 2nd year of employment, additional day off for your birthday,  Life Assurance - 4 x salary,  Living Pension Employer.

We are looking for an additional Community Engagement Officer to join our team working on a contract we hold with the Care Quality Commission.

Do you live in the London or East of England region? (Please note that this role is remote but you should be based in London or the East of England and will be required to travel within those regions).

Do you have a range of excellent communication skills?

Do you have the skills and experience of engaging with a diverse group of individuals, organisations and groups who represent seldom heard communities?

Are you able to provide outstanding customer care and represent Choice Support in a positive and professional manner to both internal and external agencies?

Are you able to be home-based and have the ability to travel to different locations in London and the East of England?

Do you want to develop your skills, knowledge and experience of inclusion and diversity and work closely with our Care Quality Commission colleagues?

Then this is the role you’ve been looking for!

What we are looking for:

· A thorough understanding of inclusion and engagement work

· A thorough understanding of seldom heard communities

· To be able work to a high standard with a demanding and ever-changing workload

· Good communication and presentation skills

· Enthusiasm and a positive attitude

· The ability to manage and prioritise a demanding workload

What you’ll receive in return:

· A supportive and collaborative team

· Training and development

· Attendance bonus

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

· Life assurance

· Discounted shopping vouchers

We are looking for an additional Community Engagement Officer to join our team working on a contract we hold with the Care Quality Commission. 

Do you live in the south of England? (Please note that this role is remote but you should be based in the south of England and will be required to travel within that region).

Do you have a range of excellent communication skills?

Do you have the skills and experience of engaging with a diverse group of individuals, organisations and groups who represent seldom heard communities?

Are you able to provide outstanding customer care and represent Choice Support in a positive and professional manner to both internal and external agencies?

Are you able to be home-based and have the ability to travel to different locations in the South of England?

Do you want to develop your skills, knowledge and experience of inclusion and diversity and work closely with our Care Quality Commission colleagues?

Then this is the role you’ve been looking for!

What we are looking for:

· A thorough understanding of inclusion and engagement work

· A thorough understanding of seldom heard communities

· To be able work to a high standard with a demanding and ever-changing workload

· Good communication and presentation skills

· Enthusiasm and a positive attitude

· The ability to manage and prioritise a demanding workload

What you’ll receive in return:

· A supportive and collaborative team

· Training and development

· Attendance bonus

· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

· Life assurance

· Discounted shopping vouchers

Organization: Right To Play International

Department/Division: People and Culture

Reports to: Chief People and Culture Officer

Work Location: One of the countries listed (Lebanon, Mali, Mozambique, Pakistan, the Palestinian Territories, Tanzania, Uganda or United Kingdom)

Work Arrangement: A combination of minimum 2 in-office days per week, and remote-working in accordance with Right To Play’s work arrangement and the operational needs of the department

Authorized to work in: One of the countries listed above (Eligible to work legally without visa or work permit sponsorship)

Target Hiring Salary: Local salary scale applies (Grade 8). Hiring range and benefits will be shared with applicants as part of the recruitment process. Please note this is a national position and salary will be paid in the local currency.

Target Start Date: As soon as possible

Contract Duration: Full-time, long-term engagement

Application Closing Date: 27 April 2025 23:59 GMT

ABOUT US:

We reach millions of children each year in some of the most difficult places on earth, helping them to stay in school and learn, overcome prejudice, heal from trauma, and develop the skills they need to thrive. We do this by harnessing play, one of the most fundamental forces in a child's life, to teach children the critical skills they need to dismantle barriers and embrace opportunities, in learning and in life.

Established in 2000, Right To Play reaches children through experiential programming in 14 countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and North America. These programs are supported by our global offices in Toronto, Canada; London, UK and seven national offices across Europe and North America. 

OUR CULTURE:

• Accept Everyone – Be intentional about inclusion
• Make Things Happen – Seek opportunities to lead and innovate
• Display Courage – Act with integrity
• Demonstrate Care – Look after yourself and one another
• Be Playful – Have fun at work

Please visit our website to learn more about who we are and what we do, and find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code.

ROLE SUMMARY:

The People and Culture (P&C) Business Partner drives the P&C operational effectiveness in Country Offices, facilitates organisational development and change and provides a framework for best people’s practice and quality standards. The P&C Business Partner also supports the organization in developing and implementing initiatives that encourage diversity, promote equity, and support psychological and physical safety of the workforce.

International travel including security high risk countries up to 6 times a year and extended screen time will be required. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Operational delivery (30%) 

• Provide advice and influence action on P&C global policies, and in collaboration with local P&C Specialists advice on local policies and employment law to staff and management based in Country Offices (COs). 
• Support the timely review of local policies and embed best practice, ensuring local needs and culture are reflected.
• Work with Chief People and Culture Office (CPCO), P&C Directors, the Talent Acquisition Specialist, the Safeguarding Specialist, Global Directors of Country Offices and Logistics Manager to identity and mitigate people related risks in COs and prevent and resolve issues. 

Quality Assurance (20%) 

• Drive efficiency and quality assurance  of P&C operational practices in COs by conducting assessments and P&C Audits, and work with P&C Specialists and Country Directors (CDs) to enhance the employee experience, ensure consistency, continuous improvement and enhance People’s capacity in country. 
• Support CDs to ensure compliance and manage P&C risks as per country risk register and audits’ actions. 
• Contribute to the data gathering, analysis and presentation of P&C reports, to enable decision making Identifies trends, propose actions for improvement and instigate implementation. 

Employee Relations and Employee Services (30%) 

• Monitor the whistleblowing line and ensure timely action is taken in all complaints received related to COs. 
• Oversee and work with P&C and COs management on the prevention and effective resolution of employee relations issues and adherence to disciplinary procedures. Responsible for maintaining confidential records. 
• Conduct investigations and liaise with legal firms and/or investigators to resolve ER cases. 
• Identify trends and areas of concerns based on data channels i.e. surveys and exit interviews and proposes actions. 

Diversity, Equity Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) (10%) 

• Embed DEIA approaches in policies and processes, to create a framework that welcomes and supports staff regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, language, ability, status, and location. 
• Work with the Global Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Committee (GDEIAC) to communicate DEIA strategy and establish measurable goals to track progress.
• Source, develop and manage trainings and a forum of knowledge based on needs, including through the Learning Management System (LMS) and the DEIA Week.
• Analyse DEIA data to make recommendations and support implementation of agreed actions.

Safety and Safeguarding (10%) 

• From the P&C perspective, support adherence to safety, security and Safeguarding policies and procedures across the organisation. 

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WHAT YOU’LL BRING (ESSENTIAL):

Expertise (Certifications/Education, Professional Experience):

• Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Org Behaviour or related field 
• Experience of working at HQ or regional level on an international development organization with representation in low, medium and high-income countries
• Experience in management of HR international operations with thorough knowledge and understanding of applicable local laws and donor requirements in a number of countries 
• Experience in delivering HR services through a business partner model 
• Experience advising and training P&C professionals, staff and management on employee relations issues and best people management practices 

Competencies:

• Collaboration: Able to influence and create strong partnerships with staff at all levels to achieve results 
• Growth Mindset: Able to introduce continuous process improvements in HR operational areas 
• Resilience: Able to work under pressure meeting deadlines and delivering results through others 
• Professionalism: Able to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality and observe an ethical approach  
• Management and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills, and a wide understanding of human relations; high level of emotional intelligence 
• Communication: Proficient in verbal and written English and fluent in French, Arabic or Portuguese

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

The opportunity to collaborate with an innovative global team who are passionate about working with children and youth. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). You will be immersed in an environment where learning and development is encouraged and valued, and “play” is appreciated as a core avenue to building community.

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible work arrangements (e.g. work from home and flex hours)
• 5 personal learning and development (L&D) days per year
• Maternity/paternity/parental leave top up and support
• Annual learning week
• Annual staff recognition awards
• Opportunity to connect with employees across our offices (e.g. Facebook Workplace)
• Opportunity to engage in global projects and initiatives
• Wellness programs
• Playful activities and events

HOW TO APPLY:

If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply with your resume and cover letter in English via the application link.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. As such, we encourage groups who have been historically disadvantaged with respect to employment to apply for positions at Right To Play. We offer a family-friendly environment that allows for flexible work arrangements in order to support staff diversity and ensure a healthy work-life balance.

We are a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening or equivalent criminal check as a condition of employment.

We value and promote a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Should you require any accessibility related accommodations or specific adjustments to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process, and thereafter, please reach out to the People & Culture team by email. All information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.

This role plays a crucial part in our student journey, focusing on student attendance, attainment and assessment. Supporting the student body in the academic aspects of their day-to-day training the Academic Services Officer is both an important student-facing and administrative member of the Fourth Monkey team.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, administrative and organisational skills, proficiency in data management and experience of operating a student virtual learning environment. Additionally we would expect a firm commitment to achieving Fourth Monkey’s vision and values, with a passion for a transformative and holistic student experience alongside a commitment to deliver and promote equality, diversity and inclusivity in the day to day work of the role.

An interest in performing arts is beneficial.

This role is about supporting student success. 

The learning and knowledge lead is a pivotal role managing the threads that run though all our work and ensuring that they are aligned with the ‘Change We Seek’ strategy and systems change thinking. As a new role in a period of organisational transformation, we need someone that is willing to come on this journey with us as things shift and change along the way. 

Through our learning we want to: 

• Continue to shift and develop how we operate as an organisation. 

• Make bold funding and investment choices. 

• Move closer to the change we seek in line with our mission. 

This role requires someone with an inquisitive, brave, and collaborative mindset who is comfortable working with complexity and thrives in iterative environments. You will have excellent relationship-building skills, working closely with our grantee partners, programmes team, senior leadership team and the CEO as well networks from similar organisations to share and capture learning. We have a strong learning culture and a committed and passionate team who want to make a difference in the philanthropy sector, so we’re looking for someone who can build on our learning and insights, hold us to account, challenge our thinking and amplify the voices of our grantee partners. This role is vital in consolidating our learning and helping us ensure that the ‘Change We Seek’ strategy is embedded into everything we do. 

The ability to communicate learning, insights and Tudor’s messaging in different mediums, to connect and collaborate with different people and the ability to create safe, meaningful and trusting spaces where people can learn, reflect and share is essential.

The role is a blend of traditional knowledge sharing and evaluation alongside entrepreneurial and creative problem-solving, working with complexity and turning it into tangible action. This is a real opportunity for someone to help us navigate our way through change by sharpening our own workstreams and strategies. 

As we continue to develop as an organisation, we will support individual team members to further develop their skills accordingly. We are therefore looking for people who are multidisciplinary in their skill set; collaborative and curious in aptitude; and can combine identity and passion with strategic thinking. 

Job Title: HR Manager

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Contract: Fixed Term for 12 months (Maternity Cover)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Hybrid working. Regular home working and travel to Strood and other Carers First locations may be required

Carers First is a charity that works directly with, and for unpaid carers, providing personalised information, advice and tailored support making it easier for those caring for someone else to continue living their lives to the fullest.

We have a committed, dedicated staff team and you could be just the person we are looking for to join us to make that valuable difference in carer’s lives. We live and work through our values in all that we achieve by being positive, collaborative and ambitious and we have clear plans to scale our reach, support and impact for carers.

About this role

As HR Manager your responsibilities would include: -

· Leading and overseeing the day-to-day HR activities.

· Develop and implement the HR agenda in line with the Carers First Strategy and Operational Plan.

· Help the charity develop a vibrant, supported, inclusive and high performing staff team.

· Lead on the internal Health and Safety requirements of the charity.

About you

To be successful in this role you will need: -

· CIPD Qualified – CIPD Level 7 is desirable or have a minimum of five years HR Generalist experience as a HR      Adviser or Manager.

· Experience negotiating and handling all aspects of TUPE.

· Experience of managing a learning and development programme and supporting the development of a motivated, high performing staff team.

· Proven ability to motivate and lead a small high performing team.

We are looking for passionate people who are committed to the overall aims and objectives of the Charity. Carers First is committed to providing a supportive, vibrant, diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.  

Carers First can offer you

In return for your contribution, we have an amazing package of staff benefits including 26 days annual leave entitlement which increases with length of service, flexible working options, paid carers leave, access to our work-place pension, staff discount scheme, employee assistance programme and a Benenden Healthcare package.  Whatever you are aiming to achieve in your career, we are here to encourage, help and support you grow, through our excellent training and development programmes.

How to apply

To apply for our exciting opportunity and make a real difference to the lives of carers, read our Candidate Pack and click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to begin your application.

Applications can only be assessed if they clearly state how the candidate meets each of the requirements in the Person Specification.

Appointments are subject to Carers First receiving an appropriate disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service that we consider acceptable.

We encourage and welcome applications regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.

Interview Process

· Candidates will be shortlisted within one week of submitting their completed application form.

· Formal interview and presentation will be arranged with each successfully shortlisted candidate.

Volunteering Services Officer

Are you passionate about harnessing the power of volunteering to transform lives? Prospect Hospice, based in Swindon, offers compassionate end-of-life care and support to our community. We’re seeking a dedicated Volunteering Services Officer to help us deliver exceptional volunteer experiences and expand our community impact.

Hours: 37.5 per week (Monday to Friday 09:00 – 17:00) (There may be some flexibility on this for the right candidate)

What’s the role?

As a Volunteering Services Officer, you’ll play a vital role in maximizing the impact of our 650-strong volunteer workforce while enjoying a supportive and values-driven workplace. You will:

• Lead the training and induction process for new volunteers.
• Collaborate with teams to create an outstanding volunteer experience.
• Support volunteer managers to strengthen volunteer engagement practices.
• Develop clear, on-brand communications to keep volunteers informed and motivated.
• Support the delivery of our community engagement strategy.

This role does not involve direct line management of volunteers but focuses on equipping our teams to deliver exceptional volunteer experiences.

Who are we looking for?

You’ll excel in this role if you have:

• Proven experience in recruiting, training, and inspiring volunteers or staff
• A strong understanding of the unique dynamics between employment and volunteering
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to achieve results through others
• Strong project management abilities and a solution-focused mindset
• A commitment to equity, inclusion, and providing outstanding volunteering experiences.

Read the job description for the full person specification.

We offer a great range of benefits, including:

• 27 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
• Continued membership of the NHS pension scheme is available for existing members
• Generous contributory pension scheme for all other staff
• A commitment to supporting your professional development
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Supportive induction, and training and development
• Free parking

Interviews will be held on 20th May 2025

Equality & Diversity

Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment process, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

 We will review applications as they come in and therefore we may close the vacancy before the closing date. Candidates are therefore advised to apply early.

One of the UK's most inspiring and best-known faith-based organisations, The Salvation Army, is looking for a meticulous individual to join the organisation as an Assistant Volunteer Engagement Manager. You will assist in resourcing and supporting volunteering opportunities as a pathfinder for organisational-wide development in UKI (United Kingdom & Republic of Ireland) Territory of The Salvation Army.

As an Assistant Volunteer Engagement Manager, you will support the development of new volunteering opportunities and the systems to recruit, match, induct, train and support volunteers.

The Salvation Army has excellent volunteering opportunities and so you will also assist in developing a robust system for capturing Volunteer data and ensure data integrity is maintained.

The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:

• Significant knowledge and experience in partnership collaboration, networking with other agencies and building corporate volunteering partnerships.
• Significant knowledge and empathy of working in the faith-based sector or charity sector. 
• Significant knowledge of recruiting, onboarding, and the on-going effective management of volunteers. 
• Excellent people skills and communication skills, with a passion to move the organisation through cycles of change.
• Significant training, presentation skills and experience, with a view to assisting in developing our large portfolio of volunteers. 
• A proven track record in working with and analysing electronic databases and proficiency in all MS IT suites.
• A proven track record of working across all levels of an organisation competently and effectively.

Benefits:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time); a contributory pension scheme; season ticket loan; an employee assistance programme

To complete your application please visit our website where you can download and read the job profile and any other attachments.

In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.

Appointment subject to satisfactory references and proof of right to work in the UK.

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.

Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

Closing date: Monday 28th April 2025.