Part-Time Senior Management Jobs
Ministry of Stories champions the writer in every child. Co-founded by author Nick Hornby in 2010, we help young people discover their confidence, imagination and potential through the power of their writing. We develop self-respect and communication skills through writing programmes and mentoring for children in our community, by working in schools, and at our dedicated writing centre in East London. We empower young people to write brighter futures for themselves through the power of their ideas, creativity and imagination.
We are looking for a confident leader to work closely with the Director to continue the growth and resilience of our organisation. You’ll drive successful fundraising and trading income, and understand how our communications can support this.
You will be a forward planner with an ability to respond to opportunity and manage risk. With keen attention to detail as well as the overview, you’ll have strong financial management skills. You will be great with people, have excellent communication skills, and be able to bring the best out in our team.
You will enjoy working in a supportive, busy and fun environment and be motivated by our commitment to champion the writer in every child.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an energetic and passionate person ready to lead our growing charity into the future?
Come and help us be the best we can be as we work to protect and improve the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people in the Cheddar Valley area of Somerset.
Applications should include completed application form, CV and covering letter
Closing date for applications: 2nd April 2024
Please send us a completed application form along with your CV and a covering letter.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
For over 60 years the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) has been building a better childhood for all.
We are looking for a Deputy Director to lead on delivery of our Education and Early Years strategy and programme of work.
Deputy Director of Practice and Programmes: Education and Early Years
Reference: 2379
Location: Mentmore Terrace, London Fields. NCB promotes a hybrid, flexible way of working, staff can work remotely for part of the week if they wish and, in the office, or face to face for at least 2 days per week.
Status: Permanent. 28 - 35 hours per week.
Salary: £72,353, with generous benefits package including 30 days annual leave plus Bank holidays and 3 days of Christmas closure.
This varied role will oversee the quality delivery of our exciting programmes of work which include the Anti-Bullying Alliance, our role as delivery partner for Stronger Practice Hubs and SENDIASS provision and our systems change work in the field of early years SEND.
The successful candidate will be a leader in the field of early years and/ or education with a clear vision of how best to support the workforce and therefore children and young people, including those with SEND.
You will need to have a comprehensive understanding of and interest in the systems and services that support schools and early years services to best support children and young people and their families.
Excellent leadership, people and programme management and communication skills are essential for this role as are strong IT and writing skills, along with experience of managing contracts generating income and supporting quality delivery.
Applications close at 11:59pm on 2nd April 2024.
Please quote the job title and reference number in your application.
CVs will not be accepted. Please address the person specification in your supporting statement.
Assessment and interviews to be conducted on 12th April 2024. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
NCB is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, political opinion, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, paternity, and carer status.
No agencies please.
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| 37.5 Hours per week, Part time may be considered | YMCA City Gateway Office/Black Country Wide
Are you an experienced regional manager, passionate about early years education and quality assurance? Do you have experience of multi-site operational management or are you looking for the next step in your career? If so, YMCA Black Country Group wants you!
What You'll Do:
• Actively lead a team of Nursery Managers to ensure excellence in early years education, being a visible role model for quality and best practise.
• Serve as the key point of contact for Ofsted, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
• Support Nursery Managers to maximise income working alongside our internal finance team.
• Maintain partnerships with stakeholders to drive business growth and development.
• Adopt the YMCA’s bespoke curriculum and pedagogy, enabling our children and families to belong, contribute and thrive.
What You'll Bring:
• Senior management experience in an early-years setting.
• Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Personal commitment to the Christian faith, and practical expression of that faith in a professional context*
Benefits
The successful applicant will also receive:
· 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
· Cycle to work scheme
· Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
· SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more
· Life Assurance scheme
And much more! Please refer to recruitment pack or job description for full details.
It is a requirement that the successful applicant will complete an enhanced DBS check before taking up the role.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date should we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Therefore, we encourage and support the recruitment, retention and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.
YMCA BCG is a trauma-informed organisation; we recognise and understand the widespread impact of trauma on individuals to shape policies, practices, and culture. We are sensitive and responsive to the needs of those who have endured trauma to prevent its recurrence among clients and staff.
* A Genuine Occupational Requirement in accordance with the Equalities Act 2010
Please read the Job Description / Person Specification before submitting your application. Many thanks for your interest.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title:Finance Manager
Location: Hemel Hempstead
Salary: £35 – 40k pro rata
Job Type: Part Time, Permanent. 22.5 hours per week (Office days 2, 1 day choice of homebased or office)
About us:
Playskill is an award-winning specialist early intervention charity supporting pre-school children with physical disabilities and delays, and their families, in Hertfordshire. We are the only charity providing this type of support, free of charge, in the county.
Since 2006, our highly qualified and experienced team has supported over 440 physically disabled children and their families to access specialist therapy, advice and support, with the end goal of supporting the children to reach personal development milestones and to achieve better life outcomes.
About the role:
Skills and Experience Required:
· Previous experience as a Finance Manager in a similar role
· Experience in preparing monthly management accounts and year-end accounts for
audit
· Solid knowledge of financial and accounting procedures
· Excellent organisational skills, able to prioritise and manage work to deadlines.
· A team player, proactive in supporting and communicating with finance and non-
finance colleagues
· Part-qualified from a recognised accountancy body
· Experience with Xero
· Experience in overseeing payroll processes
What we can offer you
The role is for 3 days per week, we will require you to be office based (Hemel Hempstead) on a Tuesday and Wednesday with the third day worked flexibly/remotely. You will be part of a supportive Senior Management Team helping to drive growth as we plan for the next 5 years of our development.
Benefits
· Wellbeing support
· Supportive colleagues
· Pension
Diversity statement:
Playskill is an equal opportunities employer and has a high number of team with caring responsibilities and is keen to encourage applicants from a diverse number of backgrounds.
Safeguarding statement:
Playskill is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Playskill has a full safeguarding policy and expects all staff to undergo safeguarding training and DBS checks.
Deadline for applications: 9am, Friday 5th April 2024
Interview date: 18th April 2024.
Interview location: Hemel Hempstead
Reg Charity no 1198233 (formerly 1122745). Funded by The National Lottery Community Fund.in
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The UK has one of the highest rates of childhood poverty for developed countries, with 29% of all children in the UK living in poverty. These rates are increasing as a result of cuts and under-investment yet the impacts of growing up in poverty can be long-lasting, affecting children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
The UK has one of the highest rates of childhood poverty for developed countries, with 29% of all children in the UK living in poverty. These rates are increasing as a result of cuts and under-investment yet the impacts of growing up in poverty can be long-lasting, affecting children’s physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development.
The Ethos Foundation is an innovative family foundation seeking to support system change for children and young people, with a focus on early childhood development. Using collective impact and placed based approaches, Ethos seeks to bring together a wide range of partners to create long-term impact and social return on investment.
Foundation Director
The Ethos Foundation
Up to £85,000, dependent on experience and pro rata for four days a week (other work patterns considered)
West London (two days a week) and home-working
The Foundation is now looking for its first Director to accelerate the implementation of the new Ethos’ strategy and establish a five-year plan covering the initial period of the Foundation’s commitment to spend down its funds. This will include:
• Supporting the Board to develop the strategic approach for the Foundation, particularly in relation to systems change, place-based work and advocacy.
• Building and supporting positive relationships with grantees and strategic partners, including across the charity, research, policy and public sectors.
• Representing the Foundation externally, acting as an ambassador and networking to build new and existing strategic relationships, fostering the Foundation’s reputation as a leading, collaborative innovator.
This is an exciting opportunity for an impact focussed leader, with a passion for social and systems-level change, who brings experience of:
· Developing and implementing strategies that support systems change.
· Building and maintaining networks of positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, from the public, voluntary or private sectors.
· Facilitating and enabling collaboration between diverse groups to result in positive outcomes.
For further details and information on how to apply, please visit our dedicated microsite
For a confidential conversation or should you have any additional queries having reviewed the microsite, please contact Anna Gardet or Anna Gardet or Hayley Sheldon with a copy of your CV
Deadline for applications: Sunday 14th April 2024
Interviews with Prospectus: 18th – 26th April 2024
Interviews with Ethos Foundation: 9th May 2024
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About The Role
Rare opportunity to join the Senior Management Team of an award winning charity with a unique offer spanning youth work and creativity.
As Head of Creative you will be an integral part of our Senior Management Team, sharing collective responsibility for the overall running of the charity.
The Head of Creative leads on the delivery and development of the creative offer, including our agreed programme of artistic and creative programmes for 10-25 year olds, events including exhibitions and productions led by young people, our schools programme where creativity and youth work are co-delivered to ensure young people at risk of disengaging from education remain inspired and supported in school, and our youth voice programme which ensures that young people are placed firmly at the heart of everything we do.
The postholder will also be integral to the development and establishing of opportunities for young people at CYN’s newest building, The Courts (opening June 2024). This will be creative enterprise hub for emerging young creatives from diverse and marginalised backgrounds.
The postholder will provide strategic leadership including the development of new/existing partnerships, safeguarding, fundraising and service/workforce development.
About Us
Creative Youth Network is an award-winning charity with a mission to enable young people to reach their potential, no matter what their background or circumstances. Operating across Bristol and South Gloucestershire, we offer a range of services ranging from our 10 local youth clubs, to targeted support for young people with specific needs, work within schools (in particular for young people at risk of disengaging from education), and an exciting range of creative courses, programmes and activities, including early career support for young people embarking on careers in the creative sector. Our services are rated “Outstanding” by the National Youth Agency.
The Benefits
• 33 days annual leave (inc. bank holidays) per year pro rata
• Excellent family friendly policies
• A generous pension scheme
• A cycle to work scheme
• Paid breaks
• Fantastic development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Virtual GP consultation and medical advice service
Equity, diversity and inclusion
Creative Youth Network is committed to inclusivity, equality, and equity. We pride ourselves on giving opportunities to people of all walks of life and all class backgrounds. This includes people who identify as D/deaf, disabled or neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, are early in their careers or come from groups who experience racial inequality.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce, including people from Global Majority backgrounds (often referred to as BAME – Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic).
As an employer we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our staff.
If forms don’t work for you, get in touch with the team to talk about alternatives.
Next Steps
A full Job Description, Job Pack and Application Form are available below. To apply please visit our website.
In accordance with our Safer Recruitment Policy, we are unable to accept CV's and ask that you complete the application form instead.
This role is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.
Creative Youth Network is committed to inclusivity, equality, and equity. We pride ourselves on giving opportunities to people of all walks of life and all class backgrounds. This includes people who identify as D/deaf, disabled or neurodivergent, LGBTQIA+, are early in their careers or come from groups who experience racial inequality.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.