Jobs in Greater London
Do you enjoy speaking to people and helping them with queries? Do have a keen eye for detail? Do you have experience of working with membership databases? If so, this role could be for you!
The opportunity
- Part-time, two days per week
- Permanent Contract
- £10,817.60 per year (FTE £27,044)
This is an exciting time to join CMF as we grow and expand our membership and networks across the British Isles.
Our Database Assistant will work with the Membership & Office Manager and Accountant to assist with all aspects of work with the membership database. They will particularly focus on the processing of income received from members through a variety of sources and routes.
The successful candidate will contact members to suggest simpler ways to obtain up to date contact details and suggest simpler ways to donate.
They will also develop and record a good understanding of database management and assist with the processing of direct debits and standing orders - and other donations.
Would you be willing to use your passion, skills, and experience to support CMF in our mission to see Christian healthcare professionals united and equipped to live and speak for Jesus Christ?
You will be a person of integrity, passion, and commitment to see Jesus Christ glorified in healthcare.
This role is based at our London office. Please note that the successful candidate will need to be able to attend the office on a Tuesday or a Thursday.
To view the full job description and apply, please visit our website and complete the Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form by Thursday, 28 March.
Due to the nature of the job, an occupational requirement exists for the post-holder to be a practising Christian in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, schedule 9.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are seeking a seasoned fundraising professional with a passion for making a meaningful impact on some of the poorest children in the world. We are on the lookout for an experienced, organised and well-networked individual to join our team and drive our growth by identifying and securing grants from a diverse range of Trusts and Foundations in excess of £120,000 per annum.
We are a team of passionate volunteers in the UK and Tanzania who are dedicated to alleviating the extreme poverty that thousands of children in our partner communities face. In 10 years, our team of volunteers have fundraised over £700,000 (approximately 50% of which has come from Trusts and Foundations) and empowered over 25,000 children through our work.
The need for our support in Tanzania, whether that’s constructing new classrooms, delivering menstruation programmes or installing clean water, is growing. We have active partnerships with 9 rural government schools with engaged communities and have several projects planned at each school. We need help from the Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser to raise the funds to implement these projects over the next few years alongside our other sources of income.
Specific responsibilities:
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Managing our existing portfolio consisting primarily of Trusts and Foundations giving between £5k-£50k
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Write compelling, concise, well-presented, tailored grant applications in Google Docs.
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Research and develop new trusts, foundations and corporates.
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Report on progress of current prospects through the fundraising cycle
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Work with the Founding Director with reporting to Trust and Foundation funders that you’ve had success.
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all fundraising activity, including proposals, applications, and donor interactions
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Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the charity’s activities and programmes to be able to communicate effectively with stakeholders and potential funders
Knowledge, skills & experience required
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Minimum 3 years’ experience in a grant fundraising role, with a successful track record of regularly securing 4 and 5-figure grants.
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Excellent attention to detail.
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Knowledge of funding databases and other sources of potential funders
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Proven organisational skills with experience in managing multiple tasks and prioritising effectively.
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Excellent and engaging written communication skills and ability to adapt style to suit a wide range of supporters.
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Confident interpersonal and verbal communication skills, including diplomacy and negotiating skills.
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Ability to deal with people at all levels and from a wide range of backgrounds.
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Flexible, can-do attitude and good team player
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Ability to work independently to general guidelines, with the capability to use initiative and seize opportunities.
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Strong IT literacy and adept in making funding applications online. Training will be provided in Slack/Canva but must be familiar with MS Office and Google Suites
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Fluency in written and spoken English.
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Interest in international work that supports children living in extreme poverty.
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Experience of developing fundraising budgets.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Administrator
We’re looking for an experienced Administrator to provide administrative support to our Locality, reporting to the Service Delivery Administration Manager, with support from the Service Delivery Coach.
Position: S11124 Service Delivery Administrator
Location: Home-based, Somerset (however, applicants are required to live in the Southwest) occasional travel maybe required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work -related meetings)
Hours: Part-time, 23 hours per week
Salary: Circa £13,036 per annum (FTE circa £19,838)
Contract: This is a fixed term contract until 31 March 2025. Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2025.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 31 March 2024. We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
Key responsibilities will include:
· Provide comprehensive administrative support within the Locality.
· Inputting referrals onto internal systems.
· Use of national databases.
· Maintain and enhance local relationships with referrers and other stakeholders.
· Implement operational policies and quality standards.
About You
You will have:
· A proven track record of proactively supporting a team and demonstrable experience in administration.
· Excellent working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
· The skills to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
· Experience of communicating with a range of stakeholders including healthcare professionals
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.
Please submit your CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter
About the Organisation
Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.
When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.
We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.
We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
We’re working to improve the diversity of our team. Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.
We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities.
Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.
In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!
You may also have experience in areas such as Admin, Administrator, Administration, Service Administrator, Service Delivery Administrator, Support Administrator, Support Admin, Service Admin, Business Support Administrator.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Administrator
We’re looking for an experienced Administrator to provide administrative support to our Locality, reporting to the Service Delivery Administration Manager, with support from the Service Delivery Coach.
Position: S11125 Service Delivery Administrator
Location: Home-based Cornwall (applicants are required to live in the Southwest) occasional travel maybe required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work -related meetings)
Hours: Part-time, 12 hours per week (flexible working available)
Salary: Circa £6,801 per annum (FTE circa £19,838)
Contract: This is a fixed term contract until 31 March 2026. Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2026.
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 31 March 2024. We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
Key responsibilities will include:
· Provide comprehensive administrative support within the Locality.
· Inputting referrals onto internal systems.
· Use of national databases.
· Maintain and enhance local relationships with referrers and other stakeholders.
· Implement operational policies and quality standards.
About You
You will have:
· A proven track record of proactively supporting a team and demonstrable experience in administration.
· Excellent working knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
· The skills to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
· Experience of communicating with a range of stakeholders including healthcare professionals
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further information on the role.
Please submit your CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter
About the Organisation
Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.
When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.
We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.
We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
We’re working to improve the diversity of our team. Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.
We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities.
Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.
In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!
You may also have experience in areas such as Admin, Administrator, Administration, Service Administrator, Service Delivery Administrator, Support Administrator, Support Admin, Service Admin, Business Support Administrator.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
We have an amazing opportunity for a Local Growth Officer – Barnet to join our Growth and Communities Team.
Salary: £11,161.02 per annum – Band E, Level 3 inclusive of Outer London Weighting (pro rata £32,553, Band E Level 3 inclusive of Outer London Weighting)
Location: Home Based within Greater London (Barnet)
Term: 2 Year Fixed-Term Contract
Working Hours: 12 hours per week (including evenings and weekends)
We’re Scouts and everyone’s welcome here - all genders, races and backgrounds. Right across the UK, we help over 400,000 young people aged 4-25 gain skills for life and find their place in the world.
About the Local Growth Officer Role:
As a Local Growth Officer you will be pro-actively helping the District to achieve their growth ambitions focusing specifically on opening new sections by collaborating with local volunteers and our wider Growth & Communities team.
You will provide practical ‘hands on’ support that creates new spaces for young people to join, and recruit adult volunteers to support them, prioritising lower income communities, Muslim and Black, Asian minority ethnic families of young people.
What we are looking for in our Local Growth Officer:
- Ability to work effectively as part of a remote team.
- Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage and deliver a varied workload and set of projects whilst ensuring effective prioritisation and balancing of the needs of a range of stakeholder
- Experience of working with volunteer organisations and groups.
- Experienced in community engagement and demonstrate an understanding of best practices when recruiting and supporting volunteers.
- Self-starter with the ability to work remotely.
- Able to operate an effective home-based office, juggling personal/family life with work
Key responsibilities as our Local Growth Officer:
- Support and work in partnership with District Commissioners, Group Scout Leaders and other volunteers to open new sections to grow Scouting within the District according to the District Growth Plan.
- Open new sections in line with the District Growth Plan, and using local knowledge, collaborating with local volunteers and contributing to the ongoing development of the Growth Plan as needed to ensure that we are achieving our ambitions to create more Scouting opportunities for young people within IMD 13 areas and within predominantly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities.
- Work with the relevant local lead volunteers, to understand their current community reach and identify opportunities for growth within their local areas.
As our Local Growth Officer in return, we offer you:
- Work in a way that suits you, your role and your department
- Be proud to say you’re part of a team with Investors in People (Gold)
- Plenty of opportunity for learning and development
- 28 days holiday a year, plus bank holidays rising to 32 days after two years
- Four extra days to look after your family when they need you
- Three extra days over Christmas
- Work with the relevant local lead volunteers, to understand their current community reach and identify opportunities for growth within their local areas.
We are proud to be a family-friendly employer and offer…
- Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Flexible working hours
- Store Discount at our Scout Store + other online benefits
Closing date for applications: 23:59 Sunday 31st March 2024
Interviews will be held on Saturday 13th April at The Scouts HQ, Gilwell Park
The Scouts is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to diversity and actively seeking applicants from a wide range of backgrounds.
Strictly no agencies.
A leading Not-for-Profit organsation is looking for additonal Administrative Support within the HR and Recruitment team on a 6 month contract paying 13.50-15.50 P/H including Holiday Pay with also an opportunity of applying for the permanent role after 6 months.
Role Overview: As an Administrative Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of the organization. You'll be the backbone of our administrative processes, supporting various teams and contributing to there overall success.
Key Responsibilities:
- Office Management: Maintain a well-organized office environment, including managing supplies, equipment, and facilities.
- Communication: Handle incoming calls, emails, and inquiries professionally and efficiently.
- Data Entry and Record Keeping: Accurately input data, maintain databases, and organize files.
- Scheduling and Coordination: Assist with scheduling meetings, events, and appointments.
- Support to Senior Leadership: Provide administrative support to senior executives, including calendar management and travel arrangements.
- Event Coordination: Assist in organizing workshops, conferences, and community events.
- General Administrative Tasks: Handle photocopying, filing, and other day-to-day administrative duties.
Administrative experience alongside a good understanding of microsoft packages is essential. Charity/Not-For-Profit experience is desirable.
What they offer:
- Hybrid Working
- Supportive and Inclusive environment
- opportunities for professional Growth.
- The chance to contribute to meaningful projects that impact lives.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
This role is responsible for identifying and developing long term, multi-faceted corporate partnerships for Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust (DWCT). This new position in the fundraising team is to generate sustainable income for DWCT’s vision of a wilder, healthier, more colourful world and provide an opportunity for DWCT to raise its brand profile in the UK and further afield. This role is crucial in supporting the rewilding of the newly acquired Dalnacardoch estate in Scotland, while contributing to the overall fundraising goals of DWCT.
This role can be worked on site a our headquarters in Jersey or remotely from the UK dependent on a successful candidate.
To apply, please visit the Durrell website to find our full job description and application form.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received and we may interview before the closing date. Thank you for your interest in working for Durrell.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Purpose
This role is a job share with another Deputy Service Manager. Both Deputies will be responsible for equally sharing duties.
This role sits within our Adult Services department, across Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, Hounslow and Spelthorne.
You will be working directly with the Service Manager and be responsible for assisting with the operational delivery and service development, of a portfolio of services. Namely:
- Safe Space Community
- Safe Space ED
- Hounslow Helpline
- Nova Roots (Forensic Community Hub)
- Spelthorne Prevention Hub
The Role Purpose
The role of the Deputy Service Manager will be to work closely alongside the Service Manager and assist with the operational delivery of a portfolio of services. You will be there to support the rest of the team in delivering interventions on a one-to-one and group basis. The role will also involve triaging and assessing all clients accessing the service, signposting and delivering collaborative self-management plans with clients to improve mental wellbeing. The role will also include line management and supervision of Team Managers and supervision of Support Workers within the service. In addition, you will be responsible for deputising for the Service Manager in their absence. You will also be expected to provide on-call advice.
You can download a PDF of the job description for this role at the bottom of the page.
About Us
Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow Mind are a specialist mental health provider and part of the Mind Federation. We provide support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem.
The lived experience of people with mental health problems is at the heart of everything we say and do.
We campaign to improve services and are committed to empowering local residents, promoting wellbeing and supporting recovery.
We work to transform understanding of mental health in the workplace, in schools and public services.
We do this by providing a range of services that are empowering, recovery focused and preventative.
Key Responsibilities
See job description for full list of responsibilities.
- Guiding the team, supporting the team managers in responding to referrals and planning each shift in terms of staffing, activities and case allocation
- Understanding of risk and risk management
- Understanding safeguarding adults and children processes and legal requirements
- Understanding of safety planning and de-escalation
- Working collaboratively with clients to understand their needs and developing flexible and realistic crisis support packages/person centred plans
- Listening to clients and encouraging positive steps towards self-management of crisis and recovery
- Providing advice, information, practical and emotional support to clients
- Proactively recognising the indicators of deteriorating mental health and facilitate appropriate action, whilst liaising with relevant agencies e.g. CATT, Emergency Duty Teams, CMHTS, etc
- Maintaining accurate records, detailing interventions
- Ensuring that outcomes, outputs and impact are recorded
- Understanding CQC standards and NICE guidelines around mental health
- Create and maintain good working relationships with partner agencies
- Actively participate in training and development
- Provide guidance to support workers and volunteers
- Direct line management of team managers
- To work with service managers and assist with reporting and monitoring
Dimensions and limits of authority
- In the absence of the Service Manager be responsible and accountable for the delivery of high-quality services
- In the absence of the Service Manager act as a point of contact for stakeholders
- In the absence of the Service Manager be responsible for the overall management of the staff working in the service
Person Specification
See job description for full person specification
- Minimum of 1 year working in mental health services and with clients experiencing mental health distress and crisis
- Experience of line management within a mental health setting
- Experience of de-escalation
- Experience of managing challenging behaviour and dealing with clients with complex needs
- Evidence of continual professional development
- Understanding of the Recovery Model in mental health
- Understanding of the principles of trauma informed care
- Understanding of suicide prevention and safety planning
- Experience of managing safeguarding risks and understanding legal requirements for safeguarding adults and children
- Understanding of how to report and mitigate risks
- Understanding of the relationship between mental health and social issues and how these issues may impact on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing
- Understanding of relevant legislation and policies
- Understanding safeguarding adults and children processes and legal requirements
- Awareness of issues in mental health service provision
- A good understanding of mental health conditions
- Experience of working with vulnerable individuals
- Creative and flexible approach to working with individuals
- Ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations in a calm manner and de-escalate challenging situations
- Ability to prioritise and manage workload
- Ability to involve clients and carers in all aspects of work
- Empathy and non-judgemental approach
- Good communication skills
- Capacity to work within an agreed shift pattern
- Experience of delivering information and advice (housing, benefits, debt etc)
- Experience of non-clinical, therapeutic interventions like psychoeducation
- Good IT skills including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, with proven ability to input and extract information and produce reports
- Understanding of different databases such as Views, Salesforce.
- Car driver with sole ownership of a vehicle and willingness to travel to locations would be desirable.
- Ability to work out of hours and on weekends
Closing Date
We reserve the right to change the closing date without notice depending on the number of responses received.
Equal Opportunities
We welcome applications from everyone, applicants with lived experience, LGBTQ+, people with a disability, or who are BAME are actively encouraged to apply. We are proud to have also been awarded Disability Confident employer status and therefore we ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to everyone.
We are an equal opportunities employer; and are proud to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
HFEH Mind are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with children and vulnerable adults.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Press and Marketing Coordinator
Gresham College is a charity which provides high-quality free education to the public across a broad range of subjects. The College aims to stimulate a love of learning and intellectual curiosity and to champion academic rigor, professional expertise and freedom of expression.
Gresham College has been providing free lectures within the City of London for over 400 years. Lectures are attended by an in-person audience and live-streamed around the world. We have currently had over 51 million online views.
The College is now in year four of an exciting five-year plan which has the primary aim of increasing and broadening the audience which the College reaches. Working at Gresham College is hugely rewarding in terms of the breadth and range of subjects covered and the knowledge and intellectual reputations of our speakers.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The postholder will be responsible for publicising Gresham lectures and speakers to the media to amplify our visibility, enhance our reputation, and attract new audiences to Gresham.
The post-holder will need to be able to translate complex, technical information into clear and engaging press releases and briefings. They will need to be capable of managing proactive, planned press work but also have the ability to react to events and enquiries as well. They should demonstrate a strong track record of working and placing articles with a variety of national / international / print / digital media outlets.
With help from junior staff, they will also proactively inform additional groups of upcoming lectures – for example, faculty heads / administrators of university programs aligned with the respective lecture topic.
They will build relationships with other organisations in our sector with a view to cross-promotion when appropriate.
Finally, they will serve as the primary liaison for external press agencies enlisted to undertake independent or standalone projects.
Reports to Executive Director
Salary £32,000 - £35,000 (Pro-rata, part time, 2 days (14 hours) a week role). Saul Pension scheme (currently 16% employers’ contribution)
Contract type This position offers an initial contract term of 12 months, with the possibility of extension based on performance.
Benefits 28 days holiday, plus 6 days closure over Christmas. Saul pension scheme
Responsibilities
1. Write press releases about key lectures, speakers and series.
2. Disseminate these notices to media contacts (journalists, reporters, bloggers, media outlets) via media relations software, and personal correspondence when appropriate.
3. Build and maintain targeted lists of media contacts within media relations software to increase the efficacy of this work.
4. Act as the liaison between media contacts and Gresham speakers, facilitating collaboration such as the co-authoring of editorials or press interviews.
5. Work with junior colleague(s) to build lists of other contacts who may be interested in particular lectures and manage distribution of information to these groups.
6. Similarly, disseminate lecture information to other broadcast opportunities and platforms, such as membership associations, event-listing websites and newsletters, building reciprocal relationships with sector partners.
7. Serve as the primary liaison for external press agencies enlisted to undertake independent or standalone projects.
8. Report monthly on the above activities and recommend future development of the press and marketing offering.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the following:
1. Between three and five-years’ experience working as a journalist, in a press office or communications team.
2. Robust knowledge of the UK media landscape.
3. The ability to build good, working relationships with press and media contacts.
4. Success in securing national or wider press coverage of stories / stakeholders / campaigns.
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with an ability to translate complex information and data into messaging for a range of audiences.
6. Proficient in drafting timely and accurate press releases.
7. Ability to organise time effectively, prioritise workload, meet deadlines and multitask with ease.
8. Able to work well under pressure and respond to issues at short notice and occasionally out of hours.
9. Good team player with an understanding of other communications disciplines
10. Confident use of MS office applications and other IT systems.
Equal Opportunities
Gresham College encourages applications from those of diverse backgrounds. The College is committed to fairness, consistency and transparency in selection decisions. Panel members are aware of the principles of equality of opportunity and fair selection.
Application Process
All applications will be managed in accordance with the College’s recruitment policy; the process is outlined below.
Formal applications must consist of a Curriculum Vitae accompanied by a letter explaining your suitability for the role in relation to the information and criteria specified in the Job Description and Person Specification.
The selection and interview process will be managed a panel comprised of employees and/or other persons. The final appointment will be made subject to satisfactory references, and any other necessary document checks (e.g. right to work in the UK).
The closing date for the position of Press and Marketing Coordinator at Gresham College is 9am 8 April 2024 but will close earlier if the position is filled.
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Bank Support Worker to join our Learning Disabilities service in Hertfordshire. No personal care or experience is required, just the right values.
£11.95 per hour, Zero Hour Contract.
Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.
Bank Support Workers have the ability to accept any shifts available on an ad-hoc basis across from all of Look Ahead's specialisms including Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, Homelessness and Young People. Bank Support Workers will provide support to customers to help them develop the life skills they require to meet the assessed needs of the customers of the service. They will work with customers to promote social inclusion and alongside other members of the team to promote independent living, encouraging customers to maximise their skills and choices. Within Learning Disability services, this will include providing physical, domestic, emotional and social care. Within Mental Health and Homelessness services they will enable vulnerable people living in a variety of different tenures to manage their tenancies/ licences and move towards greater independence within the community by providing a flexible and individually tailored support package.
While carrying out activities, Bank Support Workers should deal with all customers, visitors and staff in a professional and appropriate manner and report to Look Ahead staff and management any observations relating to customers' welfare.
This role is only suitable for drivers.
This role requires a valid Right to Work for the UK as Look Ahead are not a sponsoring organisation.
What you'll do:
- Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload and administrative responsibilities
- Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers
- Conducting key work sessions that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals
- Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with customers within an attitude of 'positive risk taking'
- Proactively manage risk and safety both in and outside of their physical living environment
- Support customers to undertake all domestic tasks wherever possible, including practical assistance where they have not yet developed the skills, to ensure customers enjoy a high quality of accommodation
- Undertake all administrative work and keep accurate and comprehensive tenant/customer records to professional standards
- Report any observations relating to customers welfare
- Develop and maintain links with all key agencies and service providers in the local area to provide a range of engagement opportunities for customers in the community
- Enable customers to make full use of community facilities by providing support as directed
- Carry out support duties to enable customers to integrate into the community including e.g. accompanying the customer to attend benefit agency appointments and meetings, go shopping, to enquire at colleges about possible courses, to visit various public amenities
- Empower customers to ensure they receive the service and benefits they are entitled to
- Engage in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills
- Ensuring Look Ahead Health and Safety policies are adhered to at all time and to uphold all health and safety responsibilities within relevant policies and local protocols
- Adhering to all other Look Ahead's policies and procedures
- Encourage and enable tenants to pay their rent and to ensure that rent accounts are managed effectively in conjunction with the Housing Management team
- Ensure that referrals are chased proactively so that properties which can be used to house those in need are filled as efficiently as possible
- If a need arises, deliver all aspects of support to enable a customer to develop independent living skills as appropriate to the individual needs of the customer. In some services, this will include delivering personal and physical care as appropriate
- Carry out security duties to ensure the safety of the customers and premises
- Monitor the CCTV throughout the shift
- Undertake any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as may be reasonably assigned
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
About you:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Approachable and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
- Flexible
- Open to feedback and self development
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is essentially customer-focused
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
- Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviours
About us:
Look Ahead is a dynamic, leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. As an organisation we deliver over 110 services, providing support to around 7000 customers each year. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
Marie Curie is the UK's leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness they're likely to die from.
At Marie Curie, we are dedicated to support individuals and families affected by terminal illness across the UK. As a Support Line Officer, you'll play a key part in making a difference to those in need.
Joining our Information & Support Team on a part-time basis, you'll provide crucial assistance to those in need during challenging times. You'll provide personalised support by offering a compassionate ear, sharing relevant information, and directing individuals to the resources they need.
Our Support Line Officers may not be counsellors or medically trained, but they are dedicated to delivering a professional service and providing reassurance during difficult times. Whilst this role can at times, be challenging due to the nature of the calls, the fulfilment that comes from making a positive impact on someone's life makes this role incredibly rewarding.
In this role, you will:
- Respond to a variety of enquiries from individuals affected by terminal illness, as well as their families, friends, or professionals. These inquiries may range from practical matters concerning finances or legal arrangements to accessing Marie Curie services, as well as emotional concerns such as grief and loss.
- Utilise the resources available through the Marie Curie Information and Support Service, along with other trusted sources primarily online, you will address inquiries, gather information, and direct individuals to the support they require. This may involve communication via phone, web chat, and other channels, as well as moderating our online community and undertaking additional project work to enhance our service.
- Apply relevant safeguarding procedures when required, to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the individuals contacting the helpline.
- Accurately record information into the database, ensuring data quality and date protection guidelines.
What we are looking for:
- You need to have excellent communication skills, a warm heart and a caring and compassionate soul.
- A genuine interest in helping others, you are patient, adaptable and know how to deliver an excellent customer experience.
- This role can be challenging at times, if you are patient, resilient and a great listener, you will excel in this role.
- Whilst this role will see you spend a considerable amount of time on the phone, there is also an administrative element, so a background in office administration would certainly be beneficial.
- Ideally you will come from a charity, health or social care background or have demonstrable customer service experience from another industry (such as a contact centre)
- Experience in a customer care / helpline or telephone support role is beneficial.
What's in it for you:
- Salary: £11,970 - £12,866.88 per annum, based on 21 hours per week
- Annual leave allowance 25 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
- Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
- Continuous Professional development
- Industry leading training programmes
- Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
- Defined contribution schemes for Pension
- Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
- Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
- Introduce a friend scheme
- Help with childcare cost (T & C's apply)
- Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
- Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme
- Life assurance - for all employees
- Hybrid working
Closing date: 30th March
To view the job description please click here:
For more information or an informal chat please contact our Support Line Team Leader Brigette Flye [email protected]
To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie
Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.
We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity.
We're committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support via [email protected]
This role will be subject to receiving an Basic criminal record check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.
An opportunity for a Treasurer/Trustee to join Vibrance, and help us make a real difference.
About the role:
Vibrance is a registered charity, established for over 30 years, supporting adults with a disability in London and Essex. We are looking for an exceptional person to take on the role of Treasurer/Trustee. The successful candidate will have a background in finance, strategy, governance and risk management overseeing a charity with an annual turnover in excess of £15m.
As well the skills and experience listed below applicants must be able to demonstrate a positive attitude towards disability and the principle of people with a disability being on control of their lives.
This is a voluntary post, with expenses paid.
Skills and experience:
Essential
- Practising or retired from senior finance professional (i.e. Accountant, Finance Manager, Finance Director)
- AAT qualified
- Highly numerate and financially aware
- Ability to communicate and explain financial information to members of the Board
- Experience of business planning
- Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Willingness to commit sufficient time to the Treasurer role
- Eligible to be a Trustee
Desirable
- Experience working in the charity sector
- Previous member of an executive board
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The Resurgence Trust is looking for an Editorial Assistant to support the smooth administrative running of The Ecologist website. This is the ideal role for someone with strong administrative skills who wants to work on an environmental news website, within the charity sector.
What we do…
The Ecologist online is an environmental news and analysis website with a focus on ecological, social and economic justice. We publish news, comment and analysis features and reviews for free.
The Ecologist online is read and enjoyed by people all around the world, with hundreds of thousands of readers from across the UK and the United States. The website was launched in 2005 and since then has been visited by more than 20 million people, with 36 million hits accessing more than 10,000 articles.
You will find news about successful environmental campaigns, commentary about UK government policy, analysis focused on environmental economics, and discursive articles hat help us understand the impact of our societies on the natural environment. The Ecologist focuses on solutions to the crises of climate breakdown, biodiversity collapse, resource depletion, pollution and ecological economics. Such solutions now need to be global and society-wide, as well as immediate and long-term.
The Ecologist is published by The Resurgence Trust, an educational charity that publishes Resurgence & Ecologist magazine and runs a diverse events programme. The Resurgence Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer. We oppose all forms of unlawful or lawful discrimination on the grounds of colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexuality, marital status, religion, age or disability.
Editorial Assistant role
This is a permanent, part-time role for an Editorial Assistant, working remotely (UK). The role will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to experience work on a busy environmental online news platform. You will work alongside our highly experienced editor in a fast-paced environment. In-house training will be provided on all aspects of the role. You will be part of the wider editorial and events team at The Resurgence Trust, with opportunities to become involved in other aspects of the charity’s work. There is the option to work from The Resurgence Trust offices in Hartland, north Devon if preferred. Holiday entitlement, 6 weeks (15 days)
What you’ll do
- Ensure that email is processed and responded to in a timely manner
- Make and keep appointments with stakeholders, including attending internal and external meetings on behalf of the editorial team
- Monitor selected media and social media outlets and streams, including PA Explore
- Format documents
- Support the work of ensuring that the website and social media channels are regularly updated with appropriate content
- Support the administrative aspects of the various projects and initiatives of The Ecologist online
- Supporting external activities such as representing The Ecologist at events.
Secondary responsibilities:
- Representing The Ecologist and The Resurgence Trust
- Supporting other programmes within the Trust
- Participating in the wider work of the Trust through staff meetings and ongoing collaboration
What you’ll gain
- Experience of working on a globally respected environmental news website
- The chance to work with world-leading contributors from around the globe
- The opportunity to network with key media organisations working on environmental and social justice
- Demonstrable experience of working independently in a busy publishing environment
- Experience of publishing to a professional social media account: managing and publishing on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook
Requirements
- Supportive of the values, principles and holistic philosophy of The Resurgence Trust
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English; strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Computer literacy and competence using Word, Excel and Outlook
- Experience and ability to perform under pressure and meet deadlines
- Proactivity and ability to work on own initiative.
- Sound understanding of the current challenges in the environmental landscape
Desirable
- A degree, NCTJ qualification or equivalent experience
- 1 years’ experience in a similar role
- Experience of using a CMS to upload and manage online content
- Ability to proofread content and source copyright permissions
- A working knowledge of the most popular social media channels
This post requires proof of eligibility to work within the United Kingdom. Applicants will not be interviewed if they are unable to provide this prior to interview.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Part-time (12.5 hours per week, depending on agreement)
Abuse destroys lives. Join us in rebuilding them.
Domestic abuse has blighted women’s lives throughout history. We’ve been helping women in London recover from its effects since 1996. Our specialist counselling transforms the mental health and wellbeing of women who have suffered physical, emotional or sexual abuse, financial exploitation or coercive control, and we have assisted well over 15,000 people to date. Add your skills to our closely knit all-female team, and you can help thousands more on the road to recovery.
We are recruiting a number of assessors to offer initial assessments for clients on the Woman’s Trust assessment waiting list. Assessors will provide 8 initial assessments per week, these are 1:30 hours either face-to-face, via Teams or by telephone. All WT services are client-led and based on a person-centred/humanistic model of working and commitment to this way of working is essential for this post.
In return, you can expect exceptional career satisfaction, plus an excellent package of benefits, including hybrid and flexible working, 25 days’ holiday rising to 30 days after five years (pro rata), a 3% pension contribution, a comprehensive employee assistance programme, and a cycle-to-work scheme.
To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please download our information pack.
To apply, please send us your CV and a cover letter (of no more than 3 pages) via the Apply button.
We will conduct interviews on a rolling basis. Please note, if an appointment is made before the deadline, the post will close early.
The Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1 applies.
An enhanced DBS check will be requested prior to taking up the position. Any concerns or questions regarding past criminal convictions can be discussed confidentially with the Clinical Director.
To apply, please send us your CV and a cover letter (of no more than 3 pages).
NB Flexible working would be considered for this role, with the full annual hours worked across term time only.
Salary - £14,000-15,000 pa
Location – Homebased with travel to London boroughs
About Coram
Coram is committed to improving the lives of the UK’s most vulnerable children and young people.
We support children and young people from birth to independence, creating a change that lasts a lifetime.
Coram is the UK’s oldest children’s charity founded by Thomas Coram in London helping vulnerable children and young people since 1739. Today, the Coram group helps more than one million children, young people, families and professionals every year by providing access to the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.
About Coram Beanstalk
Coram Beanstalk wants a future where every child becomes a reader.
We enable people to give children positive experiences of reading through the wider support they need to switch on to reading, learn to read and become confident, independent readers.
We manage over 1,000 volunteers as part of our core business: one to one reading support in primary schools. We also deliver early years and secondary programmes, and training and support to parents/carers, school communities and other organisations. We generate income from these customers and a range of fundraising sources, and the quality and reputation of our volunteers is critical to Coram Beanstalk’s success.
Operating within the Coram Group, Coram Beanstalk has a small and dynamic staff team, with the Salesforce system sitting at the heart of all our activities.
About the role
Predominantly delivering online courses you will often be the first member of the team our volunteers meet and will give them a friendly and informative introduction to Coram Beanstalk. You will also deliver professional, interactive training to external groups including secondary school pupils and school staff, and in-person activity sessions for parents and their young children.
Sitting within our small training team, you will play a role in developing our ongoing learning and development offer for volunteers, secondary pupils and other external groups. You will input into training reviews and support the maintenance and development of our materials, resources and content for training and other external channels.
As a key member of the team, you will have a genuine interest in reading for pleasure and maintain your own knowledge by keeping abreast of the latest developments and trends to maintain and promote the credibility and reputation of our work. You may represent us at external events and will deliver in-person training and workshops to share our reading for pleasure expertise with our school communities and supporters.
Having a strong awareness of children’s needs within the EYFS would be extremely beneficial for this role, and you need to be prepared to get stuck into our Books Together sessions leading rhyme time and other fun activities.
To apply for this role, please click on the 'apply now' button below to complete the application. We recommend you applying as soon as you are able as we may close this role early if we reach the right candidate.
Closing date: 14th April 2024
Interview date: First round - Online interviews Thursday 25th April or Friday 26th April
Second round – Wednesday 1st May on Coram Campus
You would need to be available for one of the April dates online, and if successful to attend in person on 1st May.
Expected start date: June 2024
Coram (entity) is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applicants from Asian, African, Caribbean and other minority ethnic backgrounds to join our teams. Whilst we have a diverse team we recognise we are a predominantly white workforce and are genuinely committed to encouraging candidates from diverse communities in order to improve the services to the children and families we help.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and where appropriate will require the successful applicant to undertake a check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Registered Charity No. 296454
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.