The Young Harrow Foundation (YHF) are looking for a YOUTH VOICE Co-ordinator to join our growing, dynamic team.
Salary £8,100 part-time working 12 hours per week. Fixed Term 2-year contract. *Based on the full-time salary of £27,000 per annum for a 40-hour per week.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced youth/community worker to co-ordinate our successful Youth Voice Programme, supporting and enabling young people to actively inform and change services designed for them.
Since 2019 Young Harrow Foundation (YHF) have trialled new ways of working in Harrow that put young people with lived experience at the very centre of developing, implementing and reviewing services that are designed for them.
The Change Champions, a team of 10 dedicated young volunteers aged 16-21, have been empowered and guided by YHF, to make important changes to existing services and be part of creating new ones in the borough. Each of them has lived experience of needing support in one of five areas – mental health / youth violence / inequalities / employment / physical activity.
This programme is about bringing these voices that do not typically get heard, to the fore – while protecting, supporting and empowering them into leadership positions.
This new co-ordination role is an exciting development in the programme. Your responsibilities will be to recruit, engage and co-ordinate the group with the aim of enabling and empowering them to ensure their voices are heard and bring about change This will include increasing their levels of confidence, improving their communication skills and improving their ability to self-advocate. Each will have unique circumstances and support needs that you will need to be mindful and supportive of.
The right candidate will have excellent communication skills, as they will also be responsible for liaising with our members and stakeholders on projects that the Change Champion are involved in. They will also be a proactive self-starter – capable of inspiring young people and ensuring good ongoing momentum on projects.
For more background on the project to date please refer to the Change Champion Report included in the application pack.
About Young Harrow Foundation
YHF is a relatively new charity, set up less than five years ago to work with inspirational organisations providing services focused on young people in the London Borough of Harrow.
Our mission is to have better, sustainable, high quality support services for children and young people in Harrow.
We seek to be an employer whose staff represent the diversity of communities in Harrow. We actively encourage applicants with the required skills which helps us meet this.
To apply:
You must be over 18 years old and eligible to work in the UK.
Please send us your CV, including why you are interested in the role and complete the Person Specification Form demonstrating how you meet the criteria set out in the job description/person specification.
All applications must be received no later than midday on Monday 15 FEBRUARY 2021.
Interviews are scheduled to take place the following week dates TBC.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The primary role of the Food Hospitality Outreach Coordinator will be to set up and coordinate a new weekly indoor sit-down meal at St James’s Church for people experiencing homelessness or living on low incomes that operates according to the required Public Health England Covid-19 guidelines. In due course, the Outreach Coordinator may also take over the food ordering and rota management of our existing ‘Sunday Breakfast’ take-away if this project is continuing to operate, or other forms of food hospitality that become appropriate in the shifting and unpredictable post-Covid landscape.
The postholder will have proven experience of having worked constructively within teams as well as leading teams; self motivated and proactive; good communication skills and computer literate. Previous experience in working with homeless and vulnerable people would be advantageous as well as previous experience in the hospitality field.
This post is funded with generous support from the Mosawi Foundation.
Closing date for applications: midday Friday 5th February 2021
Remote interviews: Thursday 11th February 2021
St James’s Church Piccadilly is an equal opportunities employer. For the avoidance of doubt, we explicitly welcome applications from applicants who have Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage or who identify as LGBTQ.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this role is 23:59 on the closing date.
We are the UK's leading dementia charity. Every day, we work tirelessly to find new treatments and, ultimately, a cure for dementia. We provide expert information, training, and support services to all those who need our help. And we are creating a more dementia-friendly society so people with the condition can live without fear and prejudice.
Supervisor Responsibilities:
We have developed an exciting and innovative new service delivery model ‘Dementia Connect’ which has 5 main elements:
• A specialist telephone based information and navigation service
• Community based services offering an increased level of support for more complex cases
• Self-management - our online community (Talking Point) and online service directory are always available 24/7
• Keeping in Touch Calls - a way of keeping in contact with service users as their journey with dementia progresses
This role is a Supervisor working in our telephone based service; you will line manage a team of Advisers who are the first point of contact via phone, letter, email or social media, for people affected by dementia assessing their needs and identifying desired outcomes.
As a Dementia Adviser Supervisor (Telephone) you will manage your team to ensure the provision of a highly responsive, individualised information and signposting service to people with a diagnosis of dementia as the first priority for the service and provide an extended information and signposting service to immediate carers, families and friends of the people who are referred to the service.
Supervisor Requirements:
We are looking for empathetic, motivated and professional individuals. You will join a team of people who are passionate to improve the life opportunities of people living with dementia and those close to them; and who are committed to learning from and supporting each other.
You will have an understanding of the needs of people with dementia and their carers and direct experience of working in a supervisory role in a telephone and e-mail based service. You will have excellent spoken and written English, and strong active listening and questioning skills. You will have the ability to coach, mentor and support staff, getting the best out of them. An NVQ level 4 or equivalent in a health and social care related subject would be an advantage.
You will have experience of managing staff as well as strong IT skills and the ability to use management data to ensure KPIs and standards of service are met. Ideally you will have experience of integrated telephony systems.
About Alzheimer’s Society:
Alzheimer’s Society embraces diversity, inclusion and accessibility for all of our people. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do.
Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.
Position: Dementia Advisor Supervisor (Telephone)
Location: Belfast
Contract type: Permanent, Part Time
Hours: 25 per week including approximately one week in four providing evening and weekend cover as part of Supervisor team rota
Salary: £18,071.43 - £19,734.29 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Closing date: 31 January 2021
Interview date: 04 February 2021
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, NFP, Not for Profit, Charity, Senior Support Worker, Supervisor, Team Leader, etc.
Please note the deadline for submitting applications for this role is 23:59 on the closing date.
We are the UK's leading dementia charity. Every day, we work tirelessly to find new treatments and, ultimately, a cure for dementia. We provide expert information, training, and support services to all those who need our help. And we are creating a more dementia-friendly society so people with the condition can live without fear and prejudice.
Supervisor Responsibilities:
We have developed an exciting and innovative new service delivery model ‘Dementia Connect’ which has 5 main elements:
• A specialist telephone based information and navigation service
• Community based services offering an increased level of support for more complex cases
• Self-management - our online community (Talking Point) and online service directory are always available 24/7
• Keeping in Touch Calls - a way of keeping in contact with service users as their journey with dementia progresses
This role is a Supervisor working in our telephone based service; you will line manage a team of Advisers who are the first point of contact via phone, letter, email or social media, for people affected by dementia assessing their needs and identifying desired outcomes.
As a Dementia Adviser Supervisor (Telephone) you will manage your team to ensure the provision of a highly responsive, individualised information and signposting service to people with a diagnosis of dementia as the first priority for the service and provide an extended information and signposting service to immediate carers, families and friends of the people who are referred to the service.
Supervisor Requirements:
We are looking for empathetic, motivated and professional individuals. You will join a team of people who are passionate to improve the life opportunities of people living with dementia and those close to them; and who are committed to learning from and supporting each other.
You will have an understanding of the needs of people with dementia and their carers and direct experience of working in a supervisory role in a telephone and e-mail based service. You will have excellent spoken and written English, and strong active listening and questioning skills. You will have the ability to coach, mentor and support staff, getting the best out of them. An NVQ level 4 or equivalent in a health and social care related subject would be an advantage.
You will have experience of managing staff as well as strong IT skills and the ability to use management data to ensure KPIs and standards of service are met. Ideally you will have experience of integrated telephony systems.
About Alzheimer’s Society:
Alzheimer’s Society embraces diversity, inclusion and accessibility for all of our people. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do.
Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely, all contributing to a strong work life balance. We also have various learning programmes to support you in your development and help you grow to realise your potential and shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.
Position: Dementia Advisor Supervisor (Telephone)
Location: Birmingham
Contract type: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 35 per week including approximately one week in four providing evening and weekend cover as part of Supervisor team rota
Salary: £25,300 - £27,628 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience)
Closing date: 31 January 2021
Interview date: 04 February 2021
You may have experience of the following: Dementia Adviser, Care Assistant, Caseworker, Special Needs Assistant, Social Worker, Social Care, Community Care, Helpline Coordinator, Volunteering Officer, Support Worker, Mental Health, Dementia, NFP, Not for Profit, Charity, Senior Support Worker, Supervisor, Team Leader, etc.
Your application answers will be reviewed blind to ensure fairness. Your responses will be randomised and the shortlisting panel will not see any details about you, including your CV. Your CV will only be seen after shortlisting if you have been invited to an interview.
Please note your application will be automatically rejected if you are not a qualified social worker.
We are recruiting talented Leadership Development Advisors to deliver 1-to-1 and group coaching sessions to Firstline Leaders (FLLs). We currently lack racial diversity in our coaching pool and want our organisation to better reflect the communities we serve. Therefore, we are actively seeking applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) backgrounds for these roles.
Job Description
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First line managers are the primary engine for championing reflective leadership practice and systemic change in social work.
Two ten-month cohorts run each year, the first starting in the spring, the second in autumn. The participant journey on the Firstline programme includes a number of residential leadership modules, workshops and extensive coaching by our Leadership Development Advisors.
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My client, a leading charity providing essential support to some of the most vulnerable groups in our society now urgently requires an HR Adviser to join them for a fixed term period of 9 months.
As HR Adviser you will be responsible for managing and sustaining relationships with a range of managers, teams and external contacts and providing advice and support staff and managers in all areas of HR matters including, recruitment, employment, policy and procedures. You will also take the lead on HR casework and employee relations with regards to conduct, performance, grievance, TUPE, restructures and sickness absence. In addition you will support the Head of HR with the provision of timely and accurate information, reports and analysis, using the CIPHR HR Database.
To be considered you will require proven experience of working in a HR role at Advisor level or above and ideally already hold, or be studying towards CIPD Level 5 or equivalent qualification. You will require an up-to-date knowledge of relevant employment law and its practical application in the workplace and be able to find the right balance between upholding HR best practice and being understanding and sensitive to the difficult situations in which managers can find themselves. Practical experience of using IT packages including HR databases is also required.
Please note, an immediate start is required.
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HR Advisor, Scotland and Northern Ireland
(Ref: SUS3096)
£27,528 per annum
30 - 37.5 hours per week over 4 or 5 days per week
Location: Edinburgh
Initial home working may be expected due to office closures and restrictions.
About the Role
At Sustrans, we are proud to have one of the highest employee net promoter scores across all sectors in the UK, being in the top third of all employers for people experience and engagement, due to our highly motivated, energised, friendly and committed workforce. We now have a new opportunity for a skilled HR generalist to join us and help play a key part in our people agenda.
Advising a team of passionate staff and managers in Scotland and Northern Ireland on a wide range of HR topics, your role will be ideally placed to build strong relationships as a key local contact. As part of your role, you will be based in Edinburgh but will travel to other UK Sustrans offices to undertake projects where necessary.
About You
As a HR professional, you will ideally be part qualified or working towards membership of the CIPD and will have previous experience of advising managers on topics including absence, conflict resolution and both physical and mental wellbeing. Able to work independently, you will have excellent organisational skills, be a confident communicator and comfortable both taking responsibility and escalating actions to others.
So, if you are a HR generalist used to working within a confidential environment, and are passionate and committed to the ideals of sustainable transport, this could be the role for you.
In return we can offer you genuine flexibility around working patterns. We embrace values-driven and inclusive leadership and we listen and make time for innovation through our people-centered culture
Apply to join our talented and dedicated team today and help us work together to make change happen.
Interviews
Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Friday 29 January 2021. Interviews will take place via MS Teams on Tuesday 9 February 2021.
Should Sustrans receive an overwhelming number of applications for this vacancy, the decision may be taken to close it earlier than the advertised closing date, so please ensure your application is submitted as soon as possible.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.
We welcome applications from people from all parts of the community, particularly where we are under-represented. Currently, this includes people who identify as having a disability, and those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups.
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As HR Adviser you will be the key first point of contact to all staff in relation to their employment matters in accordance with current employment legislation, policies and procedures and best practice. This will include taking the lead on HR casework and employee relations with regards to conduct, performance, grievance, TUPE, restructures and sickness absence.
To be considered you will require proven experience of working in a generalist HR role at Advisor level or above and ideally already hold or be studying towards CIPD Level 5 or equivalent qualification. You will require an up-to-date knowledge of relevant employment law and its practical application in the workplace and possess experience of supporting and advising managers on a wide range of employment and people management matters including disciplinary, grievance, sickness, recruitment, policy, and performance management. You will also ideally possess experience of supporting organisational change, including at least one of the following & preferably all: restructures; redundancy or TUPE projects.
Please note, previous experience in the Charity sector would be preferable and an immediate start is required
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VCH is recruiting a Best Practice Adviser in Volunteer Management to support the hundreds of community groups and charities that are delivering vital services across Hackney.
Over the last year, multiple frontline groups have sprung up to deliver essential supplies and services to people suffering the impact of COVID, while hundreds more charities continue to deliver essential programmes for residents to help people live better lives. Many of these groups are overrun with demand, and may benefit from support and guidance to develop programmes to ensure the effective and efficient recruitment and support of volunteers.
We’re seeking someone with previous experience in supporting community and voluntary groups around issues relating to Best Practice in volunteer management, to support new and existing organisations in making the most of their volunteer programmes. Alongside delivering bespoke, 1 to 1 support to individual groups, you’ll also help oversee the development of brand new good practice resources such as engaging training videos, online webinars, as well as facilitating group training courses and discussion forums.
We actively encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for this opportunity as we really want applicants to reflect the diverse demographics of Hackney residents. We are committed to equal opportunities and access for all people.
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Programme Design and Impact Advisor
We are looking for a Programme Design and Impact Advisor to support the international efforts and the wider Sanctuary staff to identify, design and implement robust impactful international development programmes.
Position: Programme Design and Impact Advisor
Location: Sidmouth, Devon – an area of outstanding natural beauty. Flexibility on location will be considered for exceptional candidates
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £40,500
Contract: Permanent – Starting as soon as possible
Benefits: Generous annual leave, pension scheme, Healthshield plan, confidential counselling service, subsidised restaurant, free parking, enhanced maternity/paternity benefits, Life Assurance Scheme, 31 day’s holiday per year, inclusive of the 8 statutory public holidays. This increases by one day each year until a maximum of 34 days is reached.
Closing Date:Tuesday 9 February 2021
The Global Programme team plays a vital part in response to Donkeys in Global Need by supporting the development of integrated strategies and programmes of work based in three regions (Latin America and Caribbean, Africa and South Asia). These programmes address the welfare needs of working donkeys and supports the communities that rely on them to create sustainable changes to welfare. Alongside this, the charity also delivers with its partners, programmes that respond to acute need and work on resilience and disaster risk reduction programmes wherever it can alleviate suffering.
The Role
The Programme Design and Impact Advisor will lead the development and implementation of a results framework to monitor, evaluate and measure impact and capture learning. Working alongside UK and international staff and with partners, they will develop robust, evidence-based programmes. The role plays a pivotal part in embedding ways of working that allow the Sanctuary to deliver high quality programmes, measure its impact and be accountable at all times.
About You
As Programme Design and Impact Advisor, you must be able to demonstrate a track record of programme design and MEAL experience in international development or related discipline and a thorough understanding of the technical elements of robust and effective MEAL systems.
You will have:
- Experience of working with theory of change and/or comparable programme development tools
- Experience of designing robust MEAL frameworks for performance measurement and impact assessment (e.g. chain of impact, M&E plans, logical frameworks)
- Excellent communication, IT and organisational skills
- The ability to manage budgets and resources
- Experience of managing and motivating a team and individuals
A full driving licence is essential for carrying out this role.
If you feel you have the qualities, skills and experience to fulfil this varied, rewarding and vital role, we would love to hear from you!
In return…
You can be part of an evolving program of change taking place within a leading charity working in an area of outstanding natural beauty. With amazing benefits and opportunities to develop you career, you can really make a difference in a fulfilling and rewarding role.
About the Organisation
The sanctuary is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide. Constantly working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.
“The Sanctuary is a positive place to work with friendly staff and a wonderful charity. With amazing work throughout the world, once you join you never want to leave!”
The charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.
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Frontline Services Day Adviser x2 posts
Full time at 35 hours
Home based, UK
Salary: £21,000 - £25,000 Dependent on experience
Permanent
GamCare is the UK’s leading provider of information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling-related harms.
GamCare operate the National Gambling HelpLine to provide information, advice and support for anyone affected by problem gambling as well as providing free treatment across England, Scotland and Wales.
GamCare is now looking to recruit two Frontline Services Day Advisers on a full-time basis to work across our support services.
Advisers Key Responsibilities include:
- Providing empathic advice and support to callers via our Freephone HelpLine and web chat NetLine;
- Identifying appropriate clinical and non-clinical support including referral and signposting to other services;
- Undertaking Brief and Extended Brief Interventions;
- Ensuring safeguarding issues are managed effectively;
- Maintaining caller and call records on our database;
- Moderating our online Forum and Chatrooms.
We operate the National Gambling HelpLine 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We are looking for people to work flexibly across several shifts, including weekend and evening work on a regular basis between 8am and midnight.
You should have previous experience in working in a helpline or clinical/addiction setting. You should have excellent ICT skills. Training, supervision and a full CPD-programme is offered to staff.
The role is home-based; however, you will occasionally be required to attend training and update sessions in our offices in London. You will need to ensure that you have a confidential space within your home to work from, a home working risk assessment will be carried out by your line manager.
You will form part of an enthusiastic team working and committed to supporting those affected by problem gambling across Great Britain.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
To apply, please go onto the GamCare website and complete an application form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Survey.
If you would like acknowledgement that your application has been received, please ensure the application is attached and put the following subject in your email:
Job application: <name of vacancy>
Please note that if the subject is not correct, you may not receive a confirmation.
To discuss the role further please email Fiona Macleod Senior Service Manager. Application forms forwarded to this email will not be accepted.
Previous applicants need not apply. Please note we do not accept CVs
GamCare is committed to processing your personal data fairly, lawfully and transparently in line with GDPR. For further information on GamCare’s recruitment privacy notice please refer to our website.
Closing date for applications is Monday 15 February 2021 at 9am
Interviews will be held via video conference
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Use your experience and skills to make a difference for people with dyslexia and dyscalculia by joining our growing team.
We are looking for a part-time Helpline & Support Services Manager to improve and enhance our helpline and support services to deliver prompt, effective information and guidance.
This is an exciting opportunity to join the British Dyslexia Association, the charity that is the voice of dyslexic people. The successful candidate will join our team and manage the growth and development of our helpline and pilot new support services, to increase our impact for people with dyslexia and dyscalculia.
The Helpline & Support Services Manager will be responsible for developing the British Dyslexia Association helpline and trialling new ways for us to support and advise people with dyslexia and dyscalculia. Our well established and much valued helpline sees many incoming calls and emails every day, and this role will work with a colleague and our helpline volunteers to embed efficient ways of working.
We are contacted every day by people in need of help or advice, including parents whose children may not be getting the support they need at school, or employees whose workplace has not made reasonable adjustments. We offer expert advice and empathy, to help our callers access the support they need. This role will ensure that everybody with dyslexia has somewhere to turn when they need help.
About you
We are seeking a candidate with expertise in dyslexia, who understands the challenges that people face at different stages of life, and how to overcome societal barriers. Dyslexia is a recognised disability but we want everyone to understand the advantages of thinking differently. Our support services focus on empowering individuals to make positive change happen.
You will need good knowledge and understanding of dyslexia and/or neurodiversity, including children/education/SEND.
As the charity moves into a new era, you will be at the heart of positive change.
To apply
Please view the Recruitment Pack for full details of this position. We invite applications with an up-to-date CV and cover letter explaining how your skills and experience match our requirements, and why you would like the role.
CLOSING DATE: 12 Noon, Monday 8th February 2021
Interviews will be conducted remotely, week commencing 15th February 2021
Please note: as we expect post Covid to have regular (fortnightly to monthly) visits to our Bracknell office in Berkshire, applicants should live a reasonable distance within 2-3 hours or so.
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Bromley Well is commissioned by the London Borough of Bromley and Bromley Clinical Commissioning Group to deliver services for local people to help them maintain both their physical and mental health, their independence, and also provide training and employment opportunities.
About the role:
Through tailored person-centred support, you will assist people with learning disabilities (LD), physical disabilities (PD) and long term health conditions (LTHCs) to address barriers to employment and education by providing advice, guidance and support to improve access to education, employment and volunteering whilst supporting retention of paid employment.
You will also support referrals of people with mental health issues, requiring retention support to an appropriate service.
Requirements:
Reporting to the Head of Education and Employment, here are some of the skills that will make you stand out:
- Experience of supported employment
- Knowledge of relevant disability and employment legislation
- Experience of planning, preparing and delivering work preparation sessions to groups of people
- Confidence in public speaking and telephone skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to build relationships with a diverse range of people, both internally and externally
For more information, and to apply, please visit our website via the apply button.
Closing date: 8th February 2021 at 12 noon
Bromley Well and Bromley Mencap are committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity, promote equality, and challenge discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Do you believe in our values; to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaborate, innovate, and take accountability?
Then Advance could be the career choice for you!
Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls who are survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR A SOCIAL CARE IDVA (INDEPENDENT DOMESTIC ABUSE ADVISOR) TO JOIN OUR TEAM WORKING IN A CO-LOCATED WESTMINSTER SETTING.
Salary: £26,000 - £29,000 per annum dependent on experience
Location: Westminster/Hammersmith
Hours: Full time; 35 hours per week
Contract: Permanent with Advance, the current funding for this role is for 12 months.
Start date: By 1st April 2021
What we do:
Advance delivers nationally accredited, quality marked services in Hammersmith & Fulham, Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea and Brent. We work within a coordinated partnership response to domestic violence to provide independent domestic violence advocacy and support for women, children and young people and women’s community services for women who are involved in the criminal justice system, in anti-social behaviour or are at risk of breaking the law.
The project:
The Social Care domestic violence project is a partnership project between Advance, Westminster City Council and the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, aiming to embed early intervention and domestic violence homicide prevention best practice into a multi-agency whole family approach response to lead to better outcomes for families. The purpose of the Social Care IDVA role is to work closely with Family and Children’s Services and to support women who have children and who have needs relating to domestic violence.
What you will bring:
The successful candidate will have an excellent understanding of domestic abuse and its effects on women and children, and an understanding of children’s social care and care proceedings. As an experienced domestic violence advocate who has worked with complex and multiple needs, you will be skilled in risk management and safety planning, remaining calm in a crisis and in handling sensitive information daily.
In short, you will:
- Provide high-quality crisis intervention, information, advocacy, and proactive support to women referred to the service, in respect to risk management and safety planning, criminal and civil remedies, housing, health, welfare rights, and children’s legislation.
- Assess the needs and risks of survivors, carry out short and longer-term risk management, safety planning and support and identify and refer to services appropriate to their needs.
- Advise women of their rights and options for seeking help and support from other agencies and proactively advocate to ensure barriers to accessing support and protection are reduced.
- Work proactively and in cooperation with social care and DVIP to keep the client’s perspective and safety at the centre of proceedings, maintain referral routes and increase access and earlier intervention resulting in better results for the family.
- Work as an advocate to raise awareness and upskill professionals within social care plus work with colleagues to successfully develop and deliver training.
What we offer:
- 30 days holiday plus public holidays, and a day off for International Women’s Day
- Pension scheme
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Various forms of wellbeing support ranging from meditation to self-journaling
- Organisation wide away days
- The opportunity to work in a flexible, supportive environment with a team of committed, inspiring women and we will support you as you to continue to build your skills and experience and grow your career
Please find the job description attached.
The closing date for applications is Friday 26th February.
Shortlisting will occur week beginning 1st March with interviews to take place week beginning 8th March.
To apply: Please send your CV with a supporting statement setting out how you meet the criteria for the role and details of your notice period, salary expectations and where you first heard of this vacancy
Please note that any offer of employment will be made subject to references and confirmation of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory enhanced DBS check
This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
Advance is committed to equality and diversity and strongly encourages applications from women with disabilities, from BME backgrounds and the LBT community, and with personal experience of the criminal justice system.
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About Scope
At Scope our mission is to drive social change so that disabled people have the same opportunities as everyone else. We want to achieve everyday equality and support disabled people to get the best start in life, live the life they choose and be financially secure.
About the role
We are growing our busy team who provide a national service to a chain of approx. 207 retail shops and our services from offices in Cardiff, Leeds, Manchester, Peterborough and London.
Your key responsibilities will include challenging, coaching and mentoring management to engage and develop employee capability and behaviours in line with the organisation’s values. You’ll also have responsibility of a number of HR projects. You will work as part of a team providing high level advice and guidance on complex Employee Relations cases.
About You
To be successful you will have good experience of advising and coaching line managers on ER issues. Up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and codes of practice. You will have experience of employee relations casework, reward and recognition, delivering HR training and policy writing.
Disabled candidates
Equality and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We want to seize every opportunity to build a truly diverse and inclusive workplace.
We are always looking for applications from disabled people. If you are disabled and you have the skills and, or the experience to do the job, we really want to interview you. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.