Volunteering Management Jobs

We're now The King's Trust. And we're still working for young people.

We've changed our name from The Prince's Trust to The King’s Trust. Rest assured, the support we offer young people remains the same. This change marks an exciting new chapter for us, and we hope you'll continue supporting us to transform young lives.

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The Funding Management team is looking for a Funding Manager, in Belfast.

This role is responsible for all aspects of funding management across a portfolio of restricted funds, ensuring that we are meeting all the Funders and The Trusts requirements. Working effectively across teams to maximise income, increase performance and ensure compliance, to allow The Trust to maximise its support to young people.

You will use your contract/funding management skills to ensure that we are able to maximise income, increase performance and ensure compliance.  By working across teams and drawing on your time management, leadership, communication, governance, audit and problem solving skills you will ensure that expenditure claims and reports are compiled accurately and in a timely fashion, and that we comply with all reporting and evidencing requirements for output monitoring.

You will to ensure that The Trust has accurate monthly accounts by preparing drawdown, accrual and deferral figures for the monthly finance return and regularly reviewing the Debtors Report to ensure sufficient cash flow and will manage all funder and internal audits and ensure recommendations are acted upon, sharing best practice across the team.

Perks for working at The Trust! 

• Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year 
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, our roles require a combination of office days and working from home (please speak to the hiring manager about this particular role)
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The King's Trust Awards, active events etc. 
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role 
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas. 
• Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave. 
• Interest-free season ticket loans 
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme 
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary) 

Equal Opportunities 

Here at The King's Trust, we're committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion and sex. Our goal is to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives. 

We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation and sector, such as candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds.  

We’re a Stonewall Top 100 Employer and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by KT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network). 

Safeguarding 

The King's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. 

As the SRH Services Manager, you will lead METRO’s London-based SRH services, overseeing a range of programs including sexual health clinics, outreach, and youth engagement. 

Role 

You will manage and oversee the daily operations of the Sexual Health Office (SHO), including staffing, results management, and helpline services. You will lead and develop a team of staff, providing supervision, training, and performance management. 

You will also be responsible for overseeing the implementation and evaluation of sexual health programmes, including the NCSP (National Chlamydia Screening Programme) and C-card (condom) schemes. You will work closely with other colleagues in our communications team to facilitate this. 

You will support engagement and reach targets for the NCSP and the C-Card programmes which we deliver across a number of London boroughs; towards this aim you will manage a small team of lead and frontline workers. This will also involve regular engagement with professional partners including commissioners, and can mean occasional support of frontline work (including facilitating outreach independently). 

You will oversee the Young Greenwich sexual health team in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, supporting a range of outreach, youth hub engagement, 1:1 support, and training throughout the borough. You will ensure that you work closely with other managers at METRO who are delivering Young Greenwich work, as well as with our Young Greenwich partners at Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust and Charlton Athletic Community Trust.

You will also have oversight and responsibility for analysing performance against KPIs and writing high quality reports for external stakeholders, including our funders and commissioners. 

Human Resources Manager

Up to £42,000 per annum + benefits (including 25 days annual leave and pension)

Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 7TW.

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need.

About the role:

The HR Manager will oversee the operational management of the HR department, ensuring the provision of an enabling and supportive service which is customer focused, effective and professional, and will deputise for the Director of HR & Volunteering as appropriate. This is a broad and varied role in a small HR team which covers all aspects of employment and management of staff.

The HR Manager will ensure best practice is followed in recruitment and selection, onboarding and induction, performance management, employee relations, absence management and record keeping.

What we're looking for:

• An empathetic and outgoing communication style – you have strong interpersonal skills, develop effective working relationships with a wide range of people, and give sound and appropriate support and advice
• A helpful and supportive team member - you work with a sense of urgency, using your initiative to get things done, and work collaboratively to achieve results
• A conscientious and disciplined approach to work – you are well organised, with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy and are comfortable with pressure and challenge, managing multiple complex tasks simultaneously.
• Sound knowledge of UK HR and employment legislation – you will use appropriate judgement, work pragmatically, and mitigate risk
• An experienced HR professional, with a level 5 professional CIPD qualification or equivalent experience - you have significant demonstrable experience in a charity and/or commercial organisation at management level.

What we offer:

We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, this includes:

• Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
• Access to the Blue Light Discount Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
• Time off in lieu
• 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 days to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
• Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes
• Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
• Pension scheme (we will contribute 5% of your salary and you will contribute at least 3%)
• The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and half day Christmas shopping
• A recommend a friend recruitment referral bonus

If you’d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, click here. More information can also be found in our Candidate Pack.

About us:

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed.

How to apply:

Please send your CV and a covering letter highlighting why your application should be considered above others to via the link.

Closing date: 31 December 2024

Interview dates: Interview dates to be confirmed

Please disclose in your covering letter if you have used AI for any part of your job application.

Interviews will take place via Teams or in person. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.

Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.

Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.

About us

Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for nearly 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from anyone.

Your role

We’re looking for an experienced social media professional who has the expertise to lead the delivery of the RNLI’s social media strategy and approaches across both paid and organic, advising and supporting a wide range of stakeholders at all levels of an organisation in order to help save lives at sea.

As Senior Social Media Manager, key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the delivery of paid and organic content, as well as community management, across our channels
• Line managing a team of social media specialists
• Providing strategic and outcomes-focused responses to marketing briefs
• Driving forward social media fundraising for the RNLI
• Procuring, implementing and managing relevant social media tools and software
• Innovating in the social media space, including launching new channels
• Leading on the social media elements of crisis communication responses

We are a 24/7 emergency service. You will be required to occasionally be part of the social media rota system which includes shifts between 9am-8pm (Monday to Friday) and some weekend working.

Hybrid with the expectation to travel to Poole once a month.

About you

To be considered for the Senior Social Media Manager role, you will have substantial experience leading on organic and paid content and the strategic use of social media within a large organisation, as well as experience of line management and stakeholder management.

For more information and to apply, please visit our jobs page.

Closing date: 1 December 2024. 

Interview dates: 7 & 8 January 2025.

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.

The Energy Neighbours Project Coordinator enables all staff and organisations involved in the project to work together effectively. The Coordinator works with the Project Manager to develop effective, safe ways of working that make the best use of resources.

The Coordinator ensures the quality and effectiveness of record keeping, risk management and joined-up planning across the project. They help the team work together on planning work and preparations for forums, conferences and reporting. The Coordinator provides support to ensure that the project’s safeguarding, health & safety, finance and contracting arrangements are implemented across the team. They manage the office and equipment.

The aim is that the project starts in February 2025.

Closing date Thur 12 Dec, 12 noon.

What we are looking for:

· A great organiser, skilled at helping a team to work together

· Able to devise and implement diary, office and record-keeping systems and processes

· Self-organised, systematic and able to prioritise

· Experience of good safeguarding & health & safety practice

· A good listener and communicator, able to build rapport and working relationships

· Strong IT skills and ability to use Microsoft 365 capabilities effectively

· Values community organisations, volunteers and partnerships

This role does not require expertise in climate change or energy technology.  If you don’t quite have everything on the list, you can still apply. We will consider opportunities to help the right person to develop into the role.

Third Sector Leaders Kirklees has received more than £900,000 from The National Lottery Community Fund, the largest community funder in the UK, to empower local people to take individual and collective climate action and reduce fuel poverty in their community.

The Energy Neighbours project has a clear community capacity-building approach, aiming to work inclusively with communities and community organisations, listening to local priorities, experimenting and learning together, being transparent and accountable and sharing decision-making.

The project will help more community buildings and homes to be more energy efficient, by providing expertise, training, volunteering and sharing learning.  Energy Neighbours supports and funds organisation development, community activities, volunteering, community business and partnership development, helping communities have a stronger voice and more capacity to impact on their priorities and concerns.

The new Energy Neighbours team includes a Project Manager, Project Coordinator and an Information and Data Manager. These three posts support four Community Energy Development Workers who work with community organisations and residents in priority areas of Kirklees.  The project partners include the Kirklees Climate Commission, local experts on energy and independent evaluation support.

TSL Kirklees

TSL Kirklees is a local charity, with members involved in hundreds of community organisations. TSL promotes other local community organisations, provides training, supports partnerships and helps people get involved in community activities by reducing barriers and providing support.

TSL Kirklees believes in the potential of our community organisations and non-profits to improve our society and community, and we're on a mission to harness their skills, talents, and innovative solutions. The Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise sector is evolving and we know that individuals and organisations are facing incredible pressures. We also know the solutions lie within our communities. 

Are you ready to help shape the future of our vibrant communities? Join us on this exciting journey to empower communities and create thriving neighbourhoods.

The Energy Neighbours Project Coordinator will work closely with adn report to the Energy Neighbours Project Manager.

Prison Facilitator - HMP Manchester

Location: HMP Manchester
Salary: £27,584
Hours: 35 hours
Department: Prison delivery
Job Type: Full time
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract

Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing low literacy levels amongst people in prison?

Shannon Trust are delighted to be working with His Majesty’s Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) to provide peer-led learning programmes at HMP Manchester. 

Working closely with the prison and their staff, people in prison, Shannon Trust volunteers and mentors, this post will lead the delivery and development of our prison-based reading and numeracy programme, maximising opportunities for people in prison to learn to read.

You will have some experience of prison settings, underpinned by the ability to build relationships and personal qualities that include resilience, determination and a problem-solving approach. This can be a tough environment, so the ability to work responsively, whilst feeling comfortable in a standalone role, is crucial.

This role is a fixed term role until 1st June 2025 

The role will be prison-based. Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.

‍We welcome job applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions. These roles do require prison security clearance, so we will need to ask for details of any relevant criminal convictions before an offer of employment is finalised.

‍Interviews are planned for Tuesday 14th January 2025

Benefits: Standard Shannon Trust: Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme.

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Job Title: Community and Business Development Manager for Essex

Salary: £39,000 to £44,000

Responsible to: Regional Manager South and East

Location: Across Essex with time spent in Colchester

Hours of Work: 36 ½ hours per week. Flexible working will be required

Contract: Permanent

Benefits

We offer our team members a comprehensive staff benefits offering to include:

• Annual Leave – 38 days! 25 days AL (increasing to 29 days with service) plus 5 wellbeing days and 8 bank holidays.
• Flexible working, home working and remote working options available
• Nest Pension – 8% employer contribution - 3% employee contribution.
• Heath Cash Plan – giving you discounts on everyday healthcare such as dental, optical, physio, prescriptions & more.
• Employee Assistance Programme (counselling and DRs on call 24hrs a day).
• Fantastic volunteering opportunities within The Active Wellbeing Society every month.

Introduction to The Active Wellbeing Society

The Active Wellbeing Society (TAWS) is a community benefit society and cooperative working to develop healthy, happy communities living active and connected lives.

Our vision is for a society where people have the autonomy, capacity, resources and skills to become the architects of their own destiny; where our individual wellbeing is recognised as being bound up in our collective responsibility to and dependency on each other; and where all of us feel empowered as agents of social change to make a difference – whether at an individual level or more widely.

Essex Pedal Power is a flagship programme led by Essex County Council and Active Essex to support more people in deprived areas to cycle by removing the main barriers to cycling.

About the Role

In this strategic post as the Community and Business Development Manager for Essex you will play a key role in overseeing our existing work and also contributing to the development of future work within the region. You will directly manage the delivery of our community based projects, specifically the Heart of Greenstead and VCS capacity building, liaising closely with all key partners involved in the work, and representing the organisation in a wide range of system settings. You will play a vital role to ensure that the organisation’s contractual obligations and goals are achieved by collaborating with communities and partner organisations in the design and delivery of interventions to promote active citizenship. You will co-produce with local communities in order to achieve sustainable outcomes by bringing people together to be better connected and networked.

You will need to work collaboratively and influence effectively across multiple agendas, to maintain an overview of engagement and impact whilst seeking to maximise opportunities for partnership development. We are looking for an individual that demonstrates clear leadership and the ability to influence and persuade across multiple disciplines and arenas.

Main Duties

1. Responsible for building strong relationships and developing working partnerships across a wide range of local stakeholders with the aim of developing new business opportunities in conjunction with the Regional Manager.

2. To plan, develop and deliver high quality programmes, projects and interventions and ensuring all are in line with the overall strategy and objectives of the organisation and that meet contractual obligations.

3. To work closely with the funding team and the regional manager to develop new funding bids in line with opportunities created through partnerships and business development.

4. Manage the operational delivery and development of a range of funded programmes with a focus on collaborating with communities and partner organisations in the design and delivery to promote active citizenship. Ensure within this that agreed outcomes are met in full.

5. Manage and monitor the budget with finance representatives from TAWS and support the relationship management with existing funders and the identification of potential new funders.

6. Devise, understand and use asset-based community development approaches to community development and work with communities to understand priorities and co-design initiatives. Ensure that delivery mitigates or removes the barriers to participation.

7. Keep abreast of new and emergent thinking across wellbeing, community development and tackling inequalities as well as innovation and leadership in this field of work. Work collaboratively with partners from across the area to develop new innovation and interventions in line with the emergent opportunities.

8. Play a key role in monitoring and evaluation plans, through collecting, analysing and sharing data (quantitative and qualitative) working with the TAWS Data & Insight team.

Knowledge, Skills and Experiences

1. Good communication skills and engagement with communities with proven previous community engagement and delivery experience

2. Awareness of funding opportunities with experience of project and bid development as well as Experience in sub-contractor management

3. Experience in facilitation and training, providing advice and guidance and consultancy experience

4. Understanding of marketing, events coordination with strong planning and organisation skills

5. Project management experience, including design and development, planning, resource allocation, time, budget, risk management and evaluation of impact and outcomes.

6. Experience of line-managing and developing teams to deliver against programme objectives and to achieve their full potential, preferably in the field of community development

7. Understanding of interpreting and analysing data bringing insight to community planning, delivery, and development

We are delighted to introduce this job opportunity at the Culture Trust Luton for a 0.5 Project Manager. Through a successful funding application to The National Lottery Heritage Fund, we have been awarded £177,513 funding to deliver a Resilience project called ‘Reconnect’. This multi-faceted project explores the Trust’s customer services, sites and operations. There is also funding to deliver events and consultations as well as creative activities to promote engagement and volunteering. The Project also has a budget for making operational improvements that have been identified through the project.

We seek an experienced Project Manager to draw together the delivery of this project, coordinate specialist consultants, creatives and community groups and work with the Culture Trust Team on exploring and embedding change.We are a progressive, Luton-based, arts and cultural charity with a mission to connect communities through culture and creativity. We welcome 250,000 people across the year to our stunning heritage sites; the Hat Factory Arts Centre, Hat District creative workspaces, Wardown House Museum and Gallery, and Stockwood Discovery Centre. The Reconnect Project will work across all our functions, but there will be a particular focus on Stockwood Discovery Centre for community activities and volunteering. 

An exciting job for a motivated, experienced retail manager, that wants to really make a difference. The Store Manager will oversee and expand our charity retail operation at our superstore on Barns Road in Oxford.

Our mission is ending homelessness and you can play a vital part.  The Store Manager is responsible for running our thriving store, selling donated furniture and household goods seven days a week and driving revenue to support our work. This exciting role also involves managing a strong team of staff and volunteers to meet income targets and enhance a thriving, profitable, retail social enterprise. The role supports our values and brand and provides effective leadership, training, and development to staff.  Working closely with our Learning & Development manager and Community manager delivering work experience and learning and development opportunities to the ex-homeless men and women [known as companions] who live within the nearby Emmaus community. Your role will embrace customer service, merchandising, staff supervision and everything else you’d expect in a retail environment, plus overseeing house clearance services and a fleet of five vans that play a crucial role to collect donated items and deliver customer purchases. 

There will never be a dull day in this role and it will suit an individual that is flexible, committed and gains fulfillment from not only acheiving sales targets but also helping people acheive positive change in thier lives.

This is an incredibily rewarding job that involves working directly with the charities beneficies so you get thesee te impact on our work on a day to day basis. The successful candidate will also beneift from a development & training packeage to enable them to further develop their skills & knowledge and take their career to the next level.

You'll also be joining a diverse international movement committed to ending poverty and suffering around the globe

So, if you have great communications skills, experience of retail management and working with vulnerable people and a positive “can do” attitude we would love to hear from you. You will be joining a friendly and enthusiastic team who are passionate about what they do.

Deputy Manager
 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Manager, supporting young people and women experiencing homelessness in Exeter.

Position: Deputy Manager
Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per annum plus benefits
Location: Exeter
Hours: Full-time, including shared on-call duties
 

About the Role:

As Deputy Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of a supported housing project. Working closely with the Registered Manager, you’ll ensure residents receive high-quality, trauma-informed, and person-centred support to help them achieve independence. Your responsibilities will include managing support plans, supervising staff, liaising with external agencies, and fostering a safe and empowering environment. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those overcoming homelessness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the administration and management of the housing project
• Supervise, train, and support staff, sharing on-call duties as required
• Develop and implement individualised support plans
• Liaise with families, healthcare professionals, and external agencies
• Conduct regular assessments of resident needs and adjust plans accordingly

About You:

You will need to be a compassionate and experienced leader with a background in supported housing. Your ability to manage support plans and lead teams effectively ensures residents receive the care and guidance they need to rebuild their lives. Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential, as is your ability to communicate empathetically with residents, staff, and stakeholders.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in a supported housing setting (essential)
• Knowledge of leadership practices and move-on procedures
• Proven ability to supervise and lead teams
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed care

About the Organisation:

You will be working for a Christian organisation providing exceptional care and support across nine sites in England. The charity focuses on empowering young people and women experiencing homelessness to achieve sustainable living. With a commitment to trauma-informed practices and personal development, they strive to make a lasting impact in our community.

Additional Benefits Include:

• Pension scheme and Employee Wellbeing Programme
• Generous annual leave and funded Blue Light Card
• Free ongoing training and development
• Recognition programmes and refer-a-friend bonus

Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Supported Housing Manager, Team Leader, Supported Living, Housing Support Officer, Residential Care Deputy Manager, Community Support Manager, #INDSCP.

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

Salary: £18,862.07 per annum

Hours per week: 27.5 hours per week (ideally 5.5 hours per day)

Contract Term: permanent, subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) Check and a 6 month probationary period

Location: Frontier Centre, Irthlingborough, Northamptonshire

We have an exciting opportunity for a Hospitality Team Supervisor who will lead and train the Hospitality Team, ensuring the provision of excellent customer care and outstanding hospitality for our guests in the dining room and around the Centre. He or she will liaise with other centre teams regarding recruitment, managing rotas and provide pastoral care for overseas team members.  Motivated by their Christian faith, he or she will be able to clearly and sensitively communicate Rock UK’s Christian aims and ethos to staff and guests of all faiths and none.  A valid driving licence is a requirement for the role and the post holder will also need to on the weekend duty rota around once every 6 weeks (with time off in lieu to compensate).

This role is subject to an Occupational Requirement (OR) that the successful applicant is a Christian who is committed to the values, beliefs and behaviours set out in our ethos statement.

Closing date for applications is Friday 29th November 2024 

Location: HMP Rochester
Salary: £16,550 (£27,584 FTE)
Hours: 21 hours (3 days a week)
Department: Prison delivery
Job Type: Part time
Contract Type: Permanent

Do you want to join an organisation committed to addressing low literacy levels amongst people in prison?

Shannon Trust are delighted to be working with His Majesty’s Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) to provide peer-led learning programmes at HMP Rochester. Working closely with the prison and their staff, people in prison, Shannon Trust volunteers and mentors, this post will lead the delivery and development of our prison-based reading and numeracy programme, maximising opportunities for people in prison to learn to read.

Ideally you will have some experience of prison settings underpinned by the ability to build relationships and personal qualities that include resilience, determination and a problem-solving approach.

The role will be prison-based. Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme. The biggest benefit though is our culture – our people really want to work for the organisation.

We welcome job applications from people with lived experience of the criminal justice system and do not routinely ask for details of any criminal convictions. These roles do require prison security clearance, so we will need to ask for details of any relevant criminal convictions before an offer of employment is finalised.

Interviews are planned for 10th January 2025.

Benefits: Standard Shannon Trust: Employee benefits include a company contribution to pension scheme of up to 5%, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays, life insurance, paid volunteering days, discounts via Reward Gateway and an Employee Assistance Programme.

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About us

Dementia Together Wirral is an established charity, currently in a period of rapid growth and strategic development and now have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, forward thinking and experienced Operations Manager to join our team of paid staff and volunteers. The Steve Morgan Foundation has generously agreed to provide a grant towards the salary costs of this new fixed term post for 3 years.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking somebody who is a confident communicator, with strong analytical, IT and critical thinking skills, able to build and maintain relationships internally and externally, write accurate and concise reports and with excellent interpersonal and financial management skills. You will provide the 'link' between the paid staff and volunteers, and the Board of Trustees, and be comfortable as the public face of the charity when needed. Yes, we asking for a lot but in return we are offering a competitive salary, plus 3% pension contribution and the chance for you to join a friendly, supportive charity at a pivotal point in our development where your input can help shape our future direction. 

This is a remote working position but will involve regular travel to meetings and locations where our user activities are held.

Please see the attached job description for full details.

If you think you have the skills, experience and the 'can do' attitude that we are looking for, send your CV and covering letter by the closing date of 28th November 2024.

Youth Programmes Manager

Join Brighter Futures Together as our Youth Programmes Manager to empower and support young people’s wellbeing and development.

Position: Youth Programmes Manager

Salary: £13,614 per annum (£32,000 FTE)

Location: Marlow and surrounding areas

Hours: Part-Time, 17 hours per week, fixed term for two years

Closing Date: Thursday, 5th December 2024

Interview: Monday 9 December 2024

About the Role:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop innovative programmes that improve young people’s mental health and wellbeing. As Youth Programmes Manager, you will create safe and engaging environments for young people aged 11-18 by delivering centre-based and outreach activities. You’ll lead a small team, manage budgets, and develop strong relationships with young people and their families. Your work will involve operational delivery, community engagement, and creating impactful programmes that meet the needs of young people in Marlow.

Key Responsibilities:

· Design and deliver youth programmes that boost mental health and personal development

· Oversee youth sessions, ensuring safe and inclusive environments

· Build partnerships with local organisations and stakeholders

· Lead a small team of staff and volunteers, providing support and supervision

· Manage budgets, monitor outcomes, and report on programme impact

About You:

We are seeking a passionate and experienced youth practitioner with a strong understanding of youth development principles. You’ll have experience in programme management, community engagement, and supporting young people from diverse backgrounds. A commitment to empowering young people and fostering their voices is essential, as is the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Key Skills & Experience:

· Experience of face-to-face youth or community work

· Proven track record in project management and budget oversight

· Strong organisational, communication, and people management skills

· Knowledge of safeguarding and issues affecting young people

Although not essential, JNC-qualified Youth Worker or equivalent practical experience is desirable

About the Organisation:

Brighter Futures Together is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to boosting young people’s mental health and wellbeing. Based in Marlow, we deliver innovative projects and provide training and consultancy to the youth sector. Our work is driven by a commitment to creating brighter days for children and young people, filled with empathy, opportunity, and hope.

Other Roles You May Have Experience Of Could Include: Youth Worker, Community Programmes Manager, Youth Engagement Officer, Project Manager – Youth Services, Outreach Worker, #INDNFP

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