Trustee Volunteer Roles in London
BPS Assessments and Awards Limited wishes to appoint an independent director. The successful applicant will be required to attend quarterly online board meetings and up to one additional strategy session per year. This is a voluntary role.
We are interested in candidates with skills and experience in the following areas:
- Knowledge of apprenticeships, with a particular interest in the health sector.
- Experience of end-point assessment organisations, or assessment of apprenticeship.
- Evidence of strong commercial knowledge and business development expertise.
- Ability to express opinions, while respecting the thoughts and opinions of others.
- Dynamic in thinking and approach with a drive and passion to make a substantial impact.
- Other areas of interest may include finance, social media, brand development and marketing or public sector commissioning.
BPS Assessments and Awards Ltd is a trading subsidiary of The British Psychological Society (BPS). BPS Assessments and Awards Ltd has been approved to act as an End Point Assessment Organisation (EPAO) to provide end-point assessment services to providers, employers, and their apprentices. Its current directors are either trustees of BPS or employed by BPS, therefore the company wishes to appoint an independent director.
We encourage applications from people with a diverse range of experiences and backgrounds to ensure the board truly represents the people they serve.
We have championed psychology, psychologists and the wider psychological professions, supporting our members through every stage of their careers
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A Little About Us!
Youth Advantage UK is a research-led, un incorporated un registered charitable organisation. We use a research-led approach to protect the rights and interests of young people through positive action such as projects, policy work, research, services, events. We promote and empower change.
Why we need you!
Youth Advantage UK are in our early stages but are growing and looking for volunteers to help achieve our aims to become a registered charitable organisation. Your skills and expertise are what we need to continue to grow. Without our volunteers we cannot grow and appreciate those who apply with us!
Duties
- To assist in ensuring policy and procedure across the organization is applied correctly
- To maintain up to date records of important documents and policy
- To assist senior management and trustees in meetings
- To provide admin support to the Head of Governance
- To assist in maintaining GDPR compliance
Requitements
- Formal legal education or experience in the legal sector
- Note taking experience
- A good knowledge of GDPR
What we offer!
Anybody who wishes to help and contribute to a good cause are welcome to apply for one of our volunteering positions. We will speak to you about what your aims are to ensure that the volunteering position you are applying for is suitable. By volunteering you have the chance to learn something new and contribute to a successful organisation who is looking to help young people in the UK.
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United Nations CSO, Centre for Big Synergy, seeks experienced education sector leaders for an SDGs educational initiative
What will you be doing?
The mission of the project is to ensure "No one is left behind'', including the youngest in the society, to fulfil the UN's 2030 Agenda.
CBS is looking for experienced professionals with a wealth of knowledge and wide network within UK schools, academies and colleges. These advisors could be current and recent head teachers, educational trust leaders (CEO/senior management), governors and trustees, local authority leaders (education), and school/college business leaders and relevant senior-level professionals. This UK initiative is part of concurrent initiatives in over fifty other counties across the world.
Specific requirements include;
- Advice on efficient routes to roll out the educational program across UK institutions (state-funded and independent)
- Provide bird's eye view of challenges and opportunities to ensure maximum participation and inclusion of children and young people in the program
- Offer guidance on practical aspects of implementing the program; schedule, convenience, funding etc.
- Facilitate introductions and referrals to schools and colleges (state-funded and independent), MATs and local authorities
Our mission: Facilitate the responsible creation and evolution of products, practices and policies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?
We’re Urban Youth a passionate and dedicated force for young people in London. Our mission is to ignite passion, spark creativity, and open doors to a world of new and thrilling opportunities and experiences, helping young people discover their true selves, flourish, and grow into their fullest potential.
Why Volunteer as a Treasurer/Accountant?
- Make a Real Impact: Your expertise and guidance can help shape the future of countless young people.
- Collaborate with Passionate Individuals: Work alongside a dedicated team committed to creating positive change.
- Develop Your Skills: Gain valuable experience in governance, leadership, and community engagement.
- Be a Role Model: Inspire young people to believe in themselves and their potential.
What We’re Looking For:
- Commitment: A genuine passion for our mission and a willingness to dedicate time and effort.
- Experience: Finance and accounting experience needed. Skills in areas such as fundraising, finance/accounting, or related areas are highly valued.
- Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively and supportively with other trustees and staff.
- Availability: Able to volunteer one evening per month for at least 12 months.
We hope you will join us and help us reach our potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join us and be a part of transforming lives through adult education in Scotland!
Are you passionate about adult education and eager to make a difference in Scotland? We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our Scotland Board Committee. As a Scotland Board Committee member, you will support the Board of Trustees in ensuring the sustainability and growth of WEA in Scotland. Your contributions will help maintain our educational provision in line with WEA’s values and principles, and you will play a key role in engaging with stakeholders and promoting adult education across Scotland. This is a rewarding opportunity for anyone aged 18 or over who meets WEA safer recruitment checks and has a strong commitment to our mission to bring learning opportunities within reach of everyone.
WEA is seeking to appoint co-opted Board Committee members who have worked nationally in Scotland with recognised qualifications in Education / adult learning; with experience of legislative, social, health and/or education policy that may impact upon WEA delivery in Scotland.
We offer: A comprehensive induction and training program. Supportive environment, especially for new committee members. The opportunity to use your skills and experience for a noble cause.
Your impact: Influence adult education policies. Monitor and improve the quality of our educational offerings. Foster partnerships and build relationships with key stakeholders.
Your commitment to our mission will help bring adult learning within reach. Together, we can create a community where continuous learning and development are a reality for all.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The overall role of a treasurer is to:
- Maintain an overview of the organisation's affairs
- Ensuring its financial viability
- Ensuring that proper financial records and procedures are maintained.
In small charities without paid staff the treasurer may take a greater role in the day-to-day finances of the organisation.
General responsibilities
- To ensure that the organisation complies with its governing document, community interest company law, and any other relevant legislation or regulations.
- To ensure that the organisation pursues its objects as defined in its governing document.
- To ensure the organisation applies its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects (the community interest company must not spend money on activities which are not included in its own objects, no matter how worthwhile or charitable those activities are).
- To contribute actively to the board of trustees' role in giving firm strategic direction to the organisation, setting overall policy, defining goals and setting targets and evaluating performance against agreed targets.
- To safeguard the good name and values of the organisation.
- To ensure the effective and efficient administration of the organisation.
- To ensure the financial stability of the organisation.
- To protect and manage the property of the community interest company and to ensure the proper investment of the community interest company's funds.
- If the community interest company employs staff, to appoint the chief executive officer and monitor his/her performance.
In addition to the above statutory duties, each board member should use any specific skills, knowledge or experience they have to help the management team reach sound decisions. This may involve:
- Scrutinising board papers
- Leading discussions
- Focusing on key issues
- Providing guidance on new initiatives
- Other issues in which the trustee has special expertise
Additional duties of the treasurer
- Overseeing, approving and presenting budgets, accounts and financial statements
- Being assured that the financial resources of the organisation meet its present and future needs
- Ensuring that the community interest company has an appropriate reserves policy
- The preparation and presentation of financial reports to the board
- Ensuring that appropriate accounting procedures and controls are in place
- Liaising with any paid staff and volunteers about financial matters
- Advising on the financial implications of the organisation's strategic plans
- Ensuring that the community interest company has an appropriate investment policy
- Ensuring that there is no conflict between any investment held and the aims and objects of the community interest company
- Monitoring the organisation's investment activity and ensuring its consistency with the organisation's policies and legal responsibilities
- Ensuring the organisation's compliance with legislation
- Ensuring equipment and assets are adequately maintained and insured
- Ensuring that the accounts are prepared and disclosed in the form required by funders and the relevant statutory bodies, e.g. The cic regulator and/or the registrar of companies
- If external scrutiny of accounts is required, ensuring that the accounts are scrutinised in the manner required (independent examination or audit) and any recommendations are implemented
- Keeping the board informed about its financial duties and responsibilities
- Contributing to the fundraising strategy of the organisation
- Making a formal presentation of the accounts at the annual general meeting and drawing attention to important points in a coherent and easily understandable way
- Sitting on appraisal, recruitment and disciplinary panels as required
Treasurer person specification
- Commitment to the organisation
- Willingness to devote the necessary time and effort
- Strategic vision
- Good, independent judgement
- Ability to think creatively
- Willingness to speak their mind
- Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team
Nolan's seven principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership
- Financial qualifications and experience
- Some experience of charity finance, fundraising and pension schemes
- The skills to analyse proposals and examine their financial consequences
- Preparedness to make unpopular recommendations to the board
- Willingness to be available to staff for advice and enquiries on an ad hoc basis
About the organisation
One Place London is located in West London and is a community interest company engaged in Acting for Film and Music Recording workshops for young people aged 14-25, unemployed or at risk of getting involved in crime.
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Board and Committee Recruitment
About Us
Day One Trust’s mission is to help young people from every background to succeed in the creative industries. Currently the Trust operates two free-to-attend academies – East London Arts & Music (ELAM - opened 2014) and London Screen Academy (LSA - opened 2019). They already have an impressive track record in getting young people from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds into creative industry careers. Our alumni include winners of the BRIT Rising Star and BAFTA Young Game Designer awards, and they are working across the UK games, music and screen industries.
We are supported by the largest players in the creative economy including YouTube, Working Title Films, EON Productions, Universal Music Group and Heyday Films.
Both our Academies are judged outstanding by OFSTED and the Trust’s finances are healthy. From these secure foundations we want to grow the organisation and expand our impact. We are considering projects to expand our existing academies, open new academies and find other ways to spread our unique approach to vocational education for the creative industries so that it is available to more young people. Our ambition is to do whatever it takes to future proof our creative industries and ensure that young people, no matter their background, have the foot-up that they need to make their greatest possible contribution.
About our boards
It is an exciting time to become a Board or Committee member at Day One Trust (DOT) as we look to increase the impact of our existing academies, ensuring their excellence is secured for the long term and explore opportunities to grow our impact beyond them, so young people everywhere, whatever their background, can benefit from the access to the creative industries, The Trust Board and its committees have oversight of the Trust and its academies, and are responsible for making sure it’s doing what it was set up to do. Our board and committees’ strengths come from the range of different skills, experiences, backgrounds and perspectives of their members. A diagram of our board and committee structure is at the end of this document.
The foundations of both DOT academies were laid by leaders in the creative industries, spanning music, film & television; most of our founders still work closely with the academies and serve on the DOT board or on one of its committees, which include the governing bodies of the academies. They are joined by others who bring expertise in Education, finance, operations, and other areas. All of our board and committee members share a passion and commitment for the organisation’s work.
Is this for you?
Our mission is to help young people from every background to succeed in the creative industries, so representation is central to our work. We are always looking to improve the diversity of our board and committees and we want to make them as representative as possible of the characteristics and lived experiences of the young people attending our academies. We strive to make our boards inclusive spaces and welcoming to different voices and perspectives.
Whether you are an experienced trustee or wanting to take your first step at a non-executive level, we want to hear from you. We are looking for individuals with a passion for education, the creative industries & inclusion who want to use their skills and expertise or lived experiences to strengthen our governance. Candidates do not need to have previous experience of being a trustee or serving on a board. We will support you in learning about the role and the organisation through your induction and by providing ongoing support from an established board or committee member.
Commitment: For each board or committee that you join, you would be expected to attend four meetings a year as well as an annual strategy day. In addition, you would be expected to engage with the academies between meetings, using your skills, experience and expertise in the most appropriate way to have maximum impact on their success. Typically this will mean three visits to the Academies per year, which could be timed to coincide with board meetings.
Skills and knowledge we are seeking
In this recruitment round we are particularly keen to recruit people with knowledge or experience in the following areas, but we welcome applications from anyone who is passionate about what we do and able to make a contribution.
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Educational standards and quality, with an academy trust, school or FE background
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Safeguarding in post-16 education
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Special Educational Needs
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Marketing to young people and employers, especially through social media
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Leadership in Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
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Building and property management, including construction projects
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Fundraising
Roles available
1. Trustee to chair the Safeguarding and Wellbeing Committee
The Safeguarding and Wellbeing Committee is responsible for ensuring that the Trust safeguards all of the young people in its academies and equips them to succeed in the creative industries or their chosen careers after leaving us. Our mission is to create pathways for under-represented and disadvantaged young people into those industries. Enabling them to overcome the challenges they may face in life while at our academies and afterwards is essential to that mission and we take it just as seriously as our responsibility to keep them safe from harm. We are currently seeking a dynamic individual to assume the role of the Chair of the Committee, who would also join our Trust Board.
2. Trustee to chair the Standards and Teaching Committee
The Standards and Teaching Committee is responsible for ensuring that the Trust’s educational outcomes and the quality of educational experience it provides match that mission. We want young people, whatever their background or circumstances, to make excellent progress in our academies, to experience excellent teaching, and as a result to go on to successful careers in the creative industry, either directly after leaving or after further study. We want to recruit a chair of this committee with experience of leadership in a multi-academy trust or of academy leadership, who can help us strengthen our practice and provide support and challenge to our academy and trust staff and governors. The chair would also join our Trust Board and report on the work of the committee as well as contributing to the overall strategic direction of the Trust.
3. Members of the Standards and Teaching Committee, with one also joining the ELAM Governing body
We want to grow the membership of the Trust’s Standards and Teaching Committee with 3-4 new members to broaden the range of educational expertise in the group. The Standards and Teaching Committee is responsible for ensuring that the Trust’s educational outcomes and the quality of educational experience it provides match that mission. Your educational expertise will be instrumental in enriching the overall educational experience in the academy.
Our first priority is for one of the new members to also join the ELAM Governing Body. In this role, you will play a key part in upholding the highest education standards at ELAM. As a Member of the ELAM Governing Body, you will report on the Standards and Teaching Committee’s scrutiny of educational standards at the academy, and actively contribute to governance discussions and decision-making processes.
4. Property or Estates professional to join the Finance, Audit, Operations and Risk Committee
We want to extend the Finance, Audit, Operations and Risk Committee’s knowledge and experience in property matters by recruiting individuals with experience in property development or estate management. The Trust is responsible for two unique academy buildings which provide industry standard equipment in exciting learning environments. They are now 5 and 8 years old respectively. As they begin to mature, the trust must ensure that the buildings and their facilities continue to meet the needs of students and provide an authentic industry experience for them. In addition, the Trust is planning significant expansion of the ELAM site and is exploring other growth projects, including opening new schools, which will involve constructing new buildings or converting existing sites. Ensuring that these buildings are well designed, securely funded and successfully delivered will be essential to the success of any of these future projects
Appointment Process
Closing date: 23rd August 2024
Shortlisting date: 30th August 2024
Interviews: 23rd September - 11th October 2024
To apply: please send your CV and an email explaining which role you are interested in (Chairing a particular committee, or joining as a member of the local governor body and committee), why you are interested and what you think you would bring to the role.
Day One Trust values equality, diversity and inclusion. We exist to ensure that young people from every background can succeed in the creative industries. Our staff and students are from very diverse backgrounds and we want our Board to reflect this. We welcome applications from anyone regardless of their age, disability, ethnicity, heritage, sexuality, gender and socio-economic background. We particularly encourage applications from disabled candidates, and black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, as these groups are underrepresented within our organisation.
This post is unpaid, but we are committed to ensuring that people from all backgrounds are able to contribute to our boards. We are happy to pay reasonable standard class travel expenses for any applicant and we will pay the same travel costs and any childcare costs for any board members so that these are not a barrier to taking part.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Path to Prosper is seeking an organized and proactive individual to join our team as a secretary for the operations team. This role will provide essential administrative support to the organization, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication.
Responsibilities:
- Schedule and organize meetings, take meeting minutes, and distribute them to relevant parties
- Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and document preparation
- Handle incoming communications via email
- Coordinate with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and projects
- Assist in the organization and execution of events and programs
- Help create and distribute newsletters, updates, and other communications to stakeholders
- Other administrative duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in the Google suite and other standard office software
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Commitment to the mission and values of Path to Prosper
- Previous experience in an administrative or secretarial role is preferred but not required
Time Commitment: The volunteer will be expected to commit approximately 6 hours per month, with some flexibility in scheduling. There is a mothly operations team meeting (virtually) for an hour, and a quarterly trustee meeting in London. Travel expenses will be paid and lunch provided.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to gain experience in administrative support and office management
- Chance to make a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable young adults in Uganda
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and passionate team
- Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of the volunteer assignment
We're a relaxed team all of us are volunteers and care deeply about the charity and seeing it become a success. There is room to grow and get involved with others tasks as you wish.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Ministries Committee - The Methodist Church in Great Britain
From 1 September 2024
Are you a member of the Methodist Church in Britain seeking to use your skills, expertise and gifts in a new way? Could you make a significant contribution to an important and hard-working body in the Methodist Church?
We are seeking new members of the Ministries Committee to start 1 September 2024, initially for a term of three years, renewable for a further 3 years if desired.
This is a well-established committee which will report to the new Connexional Council, which from September 2024 will be the trustee body of the Methodist Church in Great Britain. The Committee is charged with responsibility to keep in constant review the life of the Methodist Church as it relates to Ministries, to reflect strategically and review ministries related work that will enable the work of the Church to be more effective, and to review the formational and support needs of those who exercise ministry on behalf of the Church. Working collaboratively with other committee members and with the Mission Committee and Resourcing Committee, you will bring a range of circuit experiences or other experiences of the Methodist Church to the work of the Ministries Committee.
Expressions of interest are invited from both lay and ordained members of the Methodist Church in Britain. You are encouraged to apply if you feel that overall your skills and experience meet the person specification requirements. You will have some experience of serving on a church body and some experience or interest in cross-cultural ministry, stationing or training.
Expressions of interest from people from ethnic minorities are especially welcome as they are currently under represented on the Committee. All applications will be assessed on merit.
If you would like to speak to someone about this role then please contacat us.
Deadline for applications: 31 July 2024
Interviews will be held on: Thursday 29 August and Friday 30 August 2024
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Cardon Banfield Foundation is looking for an experienced charity professional who can lead the Foundation through its exciting next stage! Working in collaboration with our Chief Executive, you will be assisting in creating our new strategy and helping incorporate our Satellite Hub model across the UK. This role is remote and flexible with hours, and will develop over time. There is line management responsibility and the need to write reports etc.
Please see the Person Specification at the bottom of this advert too.
Role Description
Remote working - UK based
12 hours a week - voluntary
Reporting to CEO
Transition period - 3 months
Responsibilities:
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Helping to guide, create and implement our overarching organisational strategies
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Oversee line management of volunteers and evaluations
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Create and implement organisational policies and procedures
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Help source training opportunities for volunteers
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Interview and induct new managers
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Ensure the organisation adheres to best practice, relevant requirements and legislation
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Create regular reports for Trustees and stakeholders
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Chair meetings and deputise for the CEO where necessary
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Be responsive to incidents
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Support volunteers where appropriate
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Have fun!
Selection criteria:
Essential
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Knowledge of the UK charity sector
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Experience in charity governance
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Line management experience
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Report writing
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Reasonable flexibility
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Experience in writing policies and procedures
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Experience in writing strategies
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GDPR
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Google Workspace (Docs, Gmail, Sheets, Forms etc.)
Desirable
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Volunteer management
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Knowledge of homelessness
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Delivery of training
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Adjudicating in disciplinary processes
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Fundraising
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Interviewing techniques
Person Specification
We are looking for someone who is experienced in senior management and who holds the following qualities:
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Honest
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Professionalism
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Approachable
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Professionally challenging
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Reflective
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Active listening
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Cooperative
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Independent
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Creative
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Good communication skills
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Outreach Support Liaison
Helping our Trustees and Outreach Workers with the production of our events and publicity materials. This may include liaising with partner organisations providing services and events for older people and printers producing our brochures, programmes and leaflets. It can also include preparing and distributing individual tea packs when we do a tea at home event aimed at the housebound.
Event Companion
Our research has shown that for many isolated older people having a companion can make it easier to take the first steps to join local events and organisations. Our companions help older people by accompanying them to a few events and helping them meet with other people so that their confidence is developed. This role requires a DBS certificate.
Transport
Our research has shown that getting to events is difficult in our rural area. Buses services, when available, often do not run to timetables that allow easy attendance at events. So, our Transport Volunteers provide a pickup and return service. Transport Volunteers need to have a suitable vehicle and also hold a DBS certificate.
Exhibition Support
Silver Salisbury Group often attends events to promote our work. We always need volunteers to help run the stand. This involves helping set up and take down of the stand, dealing with the public, selling jams and other items to raise funds. Venues are various and can be indoors or outdoors. Volunteers work as part of a team on the day.
Baking
Silver Salisbury Group hosts many tea parties as part of its programme and is always looking for volunteers able to provide cakes and savouries for such events. These are not sold but we particularly welcome contributions from bakers who are able to list ingredients so we can avoid any danger to those with food allergies or dietary requirements.
Social Media
We are increasingly relying on social media to advertise our offerings to our target audiences. We are very keen to find volunteers who are interested in editing and managing our on-line presence. If you are a person undertaking education or training in social media we can offer you a project as part of your course.
Brochure Distributors
We need to deliver our printed programmes, newsletters and leaflets. We would love to hear from individuals or groups who might be able to help with this occasional distribution task.
We promote local groups and activities where older people will get a warm welcome in Salisbury, Amesbury, Downton and Wilton and the surrounding areas
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Make a lasting impact on future generations and your community, by becoming a governor for your local college.
Peridot Partners have partnered with the Department of Education to revolutionise the education governance sector, by appointing 137 new governors to college boards across England.
Education governors come from all backgrounds and sectors with either professional or lived experience that can help the board to make their decisions. A passion for education and future generations is a must, but you don’t need to have any experience in the education sector to become a governor.
Being an education governor or trustee is a rewarding and fulfilling venture for any of us. You don’t need to be a Chief Executive, a senior leader or even an educationalist to join the ever-growing pool of people who regularly attend board and committee meetings to influence and impact the quality of education delivered by our schools, sixth forms, further education colleges and universities.
As an education governor, you will draw on the professional experience of your working career and your own life experiences to support and challenge the strategic direction of the organisation. You will reflect on the lessons that you have learnt through education, work and life to ask questions and understand how decisions being made on an operational level will and could impact the students and their potential for achievement.
Peridot Partners and the Department of Education are, together, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate(s) will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.
Please click 'Apply via website’ to be redirected to the Peridot Partners website, where you can see the available opportunities and register your interest.
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We are looking for an experience finance professional to strengthen our financial systems, improve the efficiency of accounting procedures and administration to best inform strategic planning at CPRE London.
This role reports to the Director and responsibilities include:
- Manage and improve processes for managing CPRE London’s finances, including:
- Facilitating online payments including payroll, tax and NI arrangements for staff
- Facilitating NEST pension payments
- Creating invoices and monitoring whether these have been paid
- Helping monitor whether all expected income has been received
- Paying in cheques or CAF vouchers
- Maintaining a record of income and expenditure on Quickbooks bringing this up to date monthly – furnishing Director with summary of income and expenditure
- Supplying information to the Treasurer for quarterly trustee reports, the annual report and preparation of budgets and providing advice on its presentation
- Assisting in ensuring CPRE London meets its charitable responsibilities, including the submission of Charity Commission returns, completion of year-end accounts and preparing information for and working with auditors
- Making Gift Aid claims to HMRC and keeping records for inspection.
- Looking for cost savings in procurement
Skills and experience
- Experience of bookkeeping and essential accounting procedures. CPRE London uses Quickbooks Online so experience of Quickbooks and/or similar online accounting systems is highly desirable.
- Excellent understanding of Excel.
- A commitment to environmental issues
There will also be opportunities to get involved in other areas of the charity’s work such as administration of the Hedgerow Heroes programme if candidate interest and capacity allows. This could include hands on involvement with planting activities as well as the logistics behind the programme.
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The role of the Spotlight YOPD Administrative Assistant is multifaceted and crucial for the efficient functioning of the charity. Here are the key responsibilities and qualities associated with this role:
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Administrative Tasks:
- Maintain workplace functions and handle administrative duties.
- Support the Charity Secretary in ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
- Report directly to the Charity Secretary and work closely with the Chief Executive Officer.
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Specific Responsibilities:
- Communications:
- Monitor organisational emails and respond or forward as necessary.
- Facilitate communication and coordination between the Executive team and the Board of Trustees.
- Scheduling and Calendar Management:
- Arrange meetings, appointments, and travel.
- Maintain calendars for the Executive team.
- Document Preparation:
- Create and format documents (reports, presentations, etc.).
- Proofread and edit materials.
- Data Entry and Record Keeping:
- Input data into databases or spreadsheets.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Volunteer Support:
- Onboard new volunteers.
- Manage volunteer files.
- Financial Administration:
- Process invoices and expenses.
- Event Coordination:
- Organise company events or meetings.
- Communications:
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Qualities Required:
- Organisational Skills:
- Ability to manage schedules, files, and stay organised.
- Communication Skills:
- Clear communication with the Board, Executive team, and volunteers.
- Time Management:
- Prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Attention to Detail:
- Handle paperwork and data entry accurately.
- Problem-Solving:
- Be resourceful and find solutions.
- Tech Proficiency:
- Familiarity with office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Workspace) and basic troubleshooting skills.
- Adaptability:
- Handle unexpected situations and adapt to change.
- Discretion:
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
- Organisational Skills:
Spotlight YOPD aims to increase awareness and provide support to individuals impacted by Young Onset Parkinson's Disease.
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The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is looking for a Chair of the House of Architecture Programme (HOAP) Committee to support them in advancing the organisation's vision and strategy for its members, visitors, and communities.
What will you be doing?
The HOAP commenced in 2021 with an initial focus on the refurbishment of 66 Portland Place and, since then, has grown to encompass other workstreams.
The House of Architecture is the future of RIBA. It is a transformative programme to make architecture more accessible for everyone – our members, our profession, and the world.
Building on our nearly 200 years of history, a major investment will galvanise our mission to support architects to make the future a better place.
It will reinforce RIBA’s identity as an outward-looking cultural institution and - alongside a refreshed brand - help us promote a deeper understanding and appreciation of architecture among a broad and diverse audience and celebrate the very best of our members’ work.
RIBA is rising to the triple challenges of:
- Outdated and unreliable technology infrastructure and a disjointed digital platform
- 4.6 m collection items in five disparate locations
- An HQ which is inhospitable, inaccessible, has failing infrastructure and is environmentally and financially unsustainable
There are 5 workstreams that make up the HOAP. The Programme therefore seeks to transform and invest in:
- Our Collections:
- Our Digital House of Architecture:
- 66 Portland Place
- Transition
- Fundraising
Overall Responsibilities
Strategic leadership
- Responsible to the Board, together with other committee members, for executing the powers delegated to the committee by the Board and set out in the terms of reference.
- Ensure that decisions taken by the committee are in RIBA’s best interests and that its regulatory, legal and ethical responsibilities are met.
- Ensure that the committee’s decision-making process is transparent and in accordance with good practice.
Working with others
- To develop a productive working relationship with the Chair of the Board of Trustees and the CEO, supporting acting as a critical friend.
- To maintain the committee’s effectiveness by developing productive working relationships with individual stakeholders and ensuring that, as a group, members have the right mix of skills to support the committee’s work.
What are we looking for?
- Ability to lead a high-profile committee whose members have diverse skills and backgrounds.
- Ability to put the best interests of the charity at the heart of all decision-making and to make judgements that advance the charity’s interests.
- Supports the ambitions, values and objectives of RIBA.
- Has a high level of self-awareness and is passionate about continuous learning in their role as non-executive.
- Ability to forward plan agendas so that all essential board work is completed in a timely way.
- Team management and development.
- Project and programme management experience.
- A good grasp of financial issues and requirements.
- Values the benefits of collaboration and respects diversity of thought.
- Has clear integrity and adopts a non-discriminatory, non-judgemental, fair and balanced approach.
- Committed to devoting sufficient time and energy to the role competencies.
- Communicates effectively with a diverse range of people, listens and respects alternative views, is open and participative and able to influence.
- Builds, fosters and sustains effective relationships with all stakeholders.
- Is analytical - seeks out data and can assimilate, analyse and critically evaluate complex information; able to reach unbiased, logical conclusions in line with regulatory, legal and other key factors.
- Making decisions - holding self and others to account, accepting collective responsibility, appropriately delegating authority, using sound judgement and common sense. Considers the members’ perspective in all decision-making.
- Willing to challenge and question constructively and fairly, unafraid to probe deeply.
- Demonstrates independence of thought but can facilitate collective decision-making, respects the views of others and supports the decision of the Board.
- Good understanding of the social, economic and political environment in which RIBA operates.
What difference will you make?
The HOAP Committee Chair is responsible for providing effective leadership and we are looking for an individual to;
- Lead the HOAP Programme Committee.
- Exhibit project and programme management capabilies
- Ensure alignment with RIBA's strategic goals and ethical standards.
- Foster relationships with stakeholders to support fundraising and development.
- Oversee progress and provide guidance on key initiatives.
The HOAP Committee will provide support and appropriate challenges to the Steering Groups and support the teams in maintaining a network of relationships with key stakeholders. They also play an active role in supporting our fundraising and development objectives.
Working with the Chair of the Board of Trustees and the CEO, the HOAP Programme Committee Chair will lead in setting strategic direction and monitoring the progress of the HOAP by ensuring that RIBA activities focus on advancing our charitable purposes and strategic goals
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