RoadPeace has been commissioned by West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner to pilot a new project in Shrewsbury and launch new services for road crash victims. These services include a Victim Care Coordinator who will work closely with local police and be based within the West Mercia Victim Advice Line (VAL) providing support to seriously injured road crash victims.

NYAS is the leading provider of advocacy and associated service across the UK. NYAS shares the opinion that every child or young person experiencing care should have the same chance to live happy, healthy and rewarding lives as their peers.

If you are looking for a rewarding role with an organisation that makes a difference to young people’s lives, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to join us in establishing and building the Empowering Families service in line with NYAS strategic aims and objectives ensuring NYAS works in partnership with our key stakeholder.

As part of the Children and Families Change programme the service aim is to improve outcomes for children and families by offering one to one support to families who are struggling with various aspects of parenting and are being supported by Children’s Services, via either a child in need or child protection plan.

Working alongside another Volunteer Coordinator, you will be responsible for the recruitment, growth and development of a team of NYAS volunteers who will be actively supporting parents on a weekly basis, through the duration of the child in need plan or child protection plan.

This role is a home based role however to meet the requirements of the role you must live within the geographical area.

To apply please visit our website.

In your application, you will need to evidence, using specific examples, how your skills and experience meet the criteria laid out in the person specification, within the job description attached. Requirements include:

• Proven experience in working with children and adults in a social care setting
• Proven experience of the recruitment and management of staff and or volunteers
• Ability to communicate effectively and to a high standard both orally and in writing to a wide range of people
• Clear understanding of professional boundaries

In return for joining NYAS you will receive the following benefits:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years (pro rata)
• Company sick pay
• Salary sacrifice pension contributions
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme

NYAS operates robust safe procedures to ensure the protection of the children, young people and adults at risk we work with. To comply with NYAS’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, references and a Digital Risk Assessment.

NYAS is an equal opportunities employer

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once we receive a high number of applications.

An exciting opportunity to join our new mental health crisis alternative project in Kent and Medway as a Crisis Alternatives Advocate, alongside a passionate team whose aim is to work with individuals to limit their need for more mainstream mental health services and interventions.

This project will include social groups, special interest groups, art, wellbeing, walking and music to support individuals to have greater social opportunities and develop coping strategies to maintain good mental health and positive outcomes.

The project is funded initially for 1 year with 2/3 years funding extension to be agreed on the success of the project.

The right candidate will have knowledge of Mental Health and Autism, be proactive and flexible with the ability to engage with and support vulnerable individuals. Candidate will need to be a driver with own vehicle (as will need to travel) and good IT skills to deliver remote virual support/groups as required.

Training and support will be given.

We are thrilled to announce this exciting opportunity to join our expanding Domestic Abuse Service for Men, which operates across Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire County. 

Equation will be working to secure future funding for this role by evidencing the need and impact during the funding period.  

Purpose of the job: To provide a high-quality support service to men experiencing high risk domestic violence and abuse by:

• Supporting men experiencing high risk domestic violence and abuse as well as both Domestic Abuse and Non- Domestic Abuse Stalking
• Supporting men to make long term positive and sustainable changes in their lives and to recover from the harm of domestic violence

Working in partnership with the Police and other agencies and services (both internal and external) to ensure holistic and joined up service delivery

We are looking for individuals who are passionate about preventing domestic abuse and supporting survivors to live free from abuse.

Applicants will need:  

• An understanding of domestic abuse and its effect on partners and children. 
• Experience of supporting people to access help and support.   
• Strong skills in partnership working and teamwork.   

PLEASE NOTE: We only accept completed application forms which can be found on our website. Here you will also be able to find the full job description and person specification, as well as more information about Equation and the team you would be joining.

Equation are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. We welcome applicants from all genders and particularly those from disabled, LGBTQ+ and BAME backgrounds, as these communities are currently under-represented in our team. Appointment will be based on merit alone.

Victim Support is recruiting a Stalking Advocate (ISAC) to be part of our dynamic IDVA team in Bedfordshire. Due to current Covid-19 restrictions this role is currently home based but this will change in the coming months. This is a full time role on a fixed term contract until 31/03/2023.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

The main purpose of this role is to provide a high quality support and advocacy service to victims of stalking that is associated with domestic abuse. The successful candidate will work alongside the current Independent Domestic Violence Advisory (IDVA) team as part of the specialist service Victim Support has across Bedfordshire.

The successful candidate will manage a caseload; identifying and assessing risks and needs, providing a tailored crisis intervention service through individual safety planning, advocacy, emotional and practical support. The role will involve working with other agencies and advocating on behalf of service users in order to help them access services to keep them safe.

You will work within a multi-agency framework consisting of partners as well as MARAC and other local partnerships to offer a coordinated response to domestic abuse. As well as casework, the successful candidate will promote the service and raise awareness of stalking through regular training of local partners. Experience of working in support and advocacy with victims of stalking and domestic abuse would be advantageous.

The successful applicant will need to be able to prioritise work and deal with competing or conflicting demands/needs and interests and promote organisation interests and values.

Applicants will ideally hold a ISAC or SafeLives IDVA accreditation, relevant degree, vocational qualification or relevant experience of delivering a service and working with victims of stalking and/or domestic abuse victim's/service users in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting.

Victim Support offers competitive rewards and benefits including pension and life assurance, 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), voluntary benefits such as season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, and the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing world-class services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Applications should be explicit enough to provide good evidence against the shortlisting criteria, which are marked in the person specification. In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form. If the vacancy has not specified the essential criteria for shortlisting, please use this section to express how your experience and skills are relevant for the role. Please indicate in your supporting statement which is your preferred role.

If you have the drive to make a difference within an organisation which makes a difference we look forward to hearing from you.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks will be required.

Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if we are representative of the communities we serve in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.

Contract – Freelance

Hours - Flexible

Salary - £16 per hour professional time, £8 per hour travel time, 40p per mile fuel.

Location – Homebased across the North West

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.

Coram Voice

Coram Voice is the leading specialist provider of advocacy and children’s rights services for children and young people in and on the edge of care. We support some of the most vulnerable children and young people in society, giving voice to the voiceless and reaching out to those who have missed out on the support they need. Join us as we work to transform the lives of children and young people by supporting them to uphold their rights of to actively participate in shaping their lives.

Coram Voice was established in 1975 and in 2013 joined the Coram group of charities which develops, delivers and promotes best practice in the support of children and young people. Coram’s vision is that every child has the best possible chance in life.

We have around 60 employed staff, 100 self-employed advocates and independent persons, and 70 volunteers deliver services to children and agencies throughout the country. Together they provide Coram Voice with a high degree of specialist expertise in the fields of advocacy, children’s rights, mental health, complaints, secure accommodation and experience of working with children in care, in custody, in need and those who have recently left care.

Every day we make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people in and on the edge of care across the North West and West Midlands. Our advocacy teams are based in Greater Manchester and Shropshire and is made of up of experienced community advocates who work alongside our specialist advocates (who focus on direct work, supporting and developing good practice with young people who are homeless, 16+, or have a disability).

About the Role

You will work directly with children and young people providing advocacy and other children’s rights support which will empower and support them to navigate the care system. You will provide advocacy support for looked after children, children on Child Protection plans, care leavers and homeless young people.

You will be a capable ambassador for Coram Voice with the ability to engage effectively with professionals, foster carers, commissioners, other stakeholders and most importantly children and young people.

If you have the necessary experience and skills and a commitment to promoting the rights of young people, we would like to hear from you.

To apply, please click on the 'apply now' button to be redirected to the application form.

For more information about the main duties and responsibilities of this role please refer to the job description and person specification.

Closing Date: 9am, Monday 5th July 2021

Interview Date: Wednesday, 14th July 2021

Coram Voice 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.

Coram Voice particularly welcomes applications from care leavers or individuals with experience of being ‘looked after’ by the state.

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.312278.

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working in 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!

WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED OUTREACH WORKER TO JOIN OUR WHOLE HOUSING TEAM AND PROVIDE SUPPORT ACROSS WESTMINSTER

Job Title: Outreach Advocate (Multiple Support)

Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 per annum dependent on experience

Working Hours: 35 hours per week

Work Location: Based at the Advance Head Office in Hammersmith

Contract: Fixed term until 31st March 2022

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.

The role:

The Outreach Advocacy position is part of the Whole Housing Approach project between Advance, Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse (STADA) and the local authority. The project aims to improve housing pathways for street homeless women in Westminster with multiple and complex needs, who are experiencing domestic abuse. The purpose of the Outreach Advocate role is to work directly with domestic abuse survivors with multiple and complex needs, coordinate the response agencies involved to efficiently address risks, meet multiple needs, ensure short- and long-term safety and secure future stability.

What you will bring:

As an experienced domestic violence advocate who has worked with complex and multiple needs, the post holder will be skilled in risk management and safety planning, remaining calm in a crisis and in handling sensitive information daily. Experience of direct work with female survivors of domestic violence, of supporting women involved with complex needs, and of working within safeguarding procedures is essential for this post, as is the need to adopt and promote a strong partnership approach to service provision.

In short, you will have: -

• A thorough understanding of violence against women and girls with a particular focus on domestic violence (physical, emotional and sexual violence, so-called ‘honour- based violence’, forced marriage and FGM)
• An excellent understanding of the social care system, complex needs and relevant legislation with particular regard to welfare rights, housing, homelessness and criminal and civil options, matrimonial and children.
• A thorough understanding of challenges involved in providing support to survivors of domestic abuse with multiple needs enduring mental health needs, physical health needs, alcohol dependency and substance dependency.
• An understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people, and the difficulties they experience in accessing services.

What we offer:

• 30 days holiday plus public holidays pro rata, and a day off for International Women’s Day
• Pension scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff away days

In addition to the great benefits listed above, you will have 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.

For the full job description and person specification please see attachment below. 

Applications close on Sunday 27th June 2021.  

Please note that we will be scheduling interviews on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the post earlier than advertised. We encourage applications at your earliest convenience.

To apply: Please submityour CV along with a supporting statement addressing your suitability for and interest in the role, paying particular attention to the person specification. 

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.

The Role

SafeLives’ Training team develops the knowledge and skills of professionals responding to victims and survivors of domestic abuse, whether adults, young people or children.

Our training programme across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland aims to create:

• user value: with learners who attend our training feeling more confident and better equipped to fulfil their role
• social value: with measures showing professionals who attend our training how to provide more effective interventions for those who experience abuse
• financial value: responsible for generating around a third of SafeLives’ annual income

The programme includes sector-leading accredited training.

Foundation and Specialist courses: for independent domestic violence advisors (Idvas) and independent domestic abuse advocates in Scotland (Idaas), independent sexual violence advisors (Isvas), domestic violence and abuse outreach workers, and other frontline workers who come into contact with people experiencing domestic abuse.

SafeLives also delivers Domestic Abuse Matters (DA Matters), a change programme for police officers and staff, which we deliver on behalf of the National College of Policing.

SafeLives is very proud of its reputation for high-quality training programmes, and your role in maintaining our standards and delivering for learners will be vital.

As a Training Coordinator for SafeLives, you will provide effective and efficient co-ordination of resources and support for the Training team and the learners across all SafeLives’ training programmes.

This role is based in Bristol (home-based during the COVID-19 pandemic) with some occasional travel across the UK.

Benefits include a generous package including 25 days’ holiday per year plus public holidays, employee pension scheme with 4% employer contribution, Cycle2Work scheme, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme.

If this challenge sounds as exciting to you as it does to us and you believe you have the qualities we have described, please take a look over the job description and submit a 500-word cover letter, CV and equal opportunity form.

Closing date: Friday 2nd July 2021

SafeLives is a committed provider of equal opportunities for all, please see our job description for full details.

No agencies please.

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (Fixed Term)

Salary: £27,448 per annum

Location: Kingston, South-West London

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.  For more information on our work, please visit our website.

We are recruiting for a skilled domestic violence advocate to provide high quality advocacy and support to survivors of domestic violence. You will work in partnership with other agencies to develop and deliver risk management plans to ensure victims’ safety. You will be responsible for advocating on behalf of survivors of domestic violence in a range of settings and managing and reviewing your cases.

This role has a specific focus on supporting victim survivors from black and minoritised communities and also elderly victim survivors, so there is an expectation to be involved in awareness raising and training within the borough.

The successful candidate will have significant proven experience of providing emotional and practical support to survivors of domestic violence. You will understand the legal system in how it relates to survivors of domestic violence and have strong communication skills to deliver presentations and reports to stakeholders effectively. An ability to work independently and prioritise a busy workload is essential.

efuge offers: a competitive salary with annual progression within points of the salary grade; 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days; a pension scheme that includes a 6% employer contribution; as well as a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.

Closing date: 5th July 2021   

Interview date : 13th July 2021                     

This is a full time, fixed term contract until 31st March 2022 due to funding.

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services for victims of all forms of gender-based violence (domestic, sexual, so called ‘honour’ violence, modern slavery and human trafficking, prostitution, forced marriage, stalking and FGM). Every day we support over 6,000 women and children in our national network of services.  These include Independent Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence Advocacy services (IDVAs/ISVAs and IGVAs), community outreach, specialist refuge accommodation, sanctuary services, culturally-specific services and the Freephone 24 Hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline. We advise Government and lobby hard to keep violence against women and girls high on the public agenda. We run award-winning prevention and public education campaigns, manage a busy press office and website, and we are an accredited training provider. We give a voice to the voiceless.

We are recruiting for a skilled domestic violence advocate to provide high quality advocacy and support to survivors of domestic violence. You will work in partnership with other agencies to develop and deliver risk management plans to ensure victims’ safety. You will be responsible for advocating on behalf of survivors of domestic violence in a range of settings and managing and reviewing your cases.

The successful candidate will have significant proven experience of providing emotional and practical support to survivors of domestic violence. You will understand the legal system in how it relates to survivors of domestic violence and have strong communication skills to deliver presentations and reports to stakeholders effectively. An ability to work independently and prioritise a busy workload is essential.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Competitive salary offering annual progression within points of the salary grade, 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days, pension scheme with People’s pension that includes a 6% Employer contribution, comprehensive EAP.

Refuge is proud to be a leader in its field and an employer of choice with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development. We offer the first Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) accredited qualification for our profession. 

Please visit Refuge’s website for further details and other opportunities.

Closing Date: 6th July 2021

Interview Date: 13th July 2021

This is a full time 2 year fixed term contract at 37.5 hr per week

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to quality, equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Location: Bexley 

Salary:

Qualified applicants (with an accredited VAWG /domestic abuse qualification) dependent on experience: £27,000 - £29,000 per annum. 

Unqualified applicants, dependent on experience: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum 

Contract: 9 months possible extension 

Vacancy Reference:SWA3102

Closing Date: 25th June 2021   

Interview Date: 2nd July 2021

Solace Women’s Aid is an innovative, exciting, grassroots charity working across London. Our purpose is to bring to an end the harm done through domestic and sexual violence to all survivors, and in particular women and children. Our work is holistic and empowering, working alongside survivors to achieve independent lives free from abuse.

You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.

About the Service

Solace Women’s Aid provides a wide range of services to victim/survivors of domestic and sexual abuse in Bexley including an advocacy and support service and specialist services co-located in a number of services. Solace are recruiting for a Children’s IDVA to provide high quality short term case work support, advocacy and information services to young survivors of domestic abuse and/or sexual exploitation aged 7 - 13 years of age. The CIDVA will provide crisis intervention, risk assessment, safety planning, assessment of needs and individual support planning. This role will be co located in one or more of our children’s and young people’s services additionally to the Bexley Solace office. 

About the Role

A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen to work as a Children’s IDVA. As the Children’s IDVA you will be responsible for holding a caseload of young people who are experiencing serious harm from interpersonal violence and abuse and/or sexual exploitation. Part of the role will be to Identify the local agencies, professionals and forums which would need to be involved in identifying the cases of young people experiencing serious harm from interpersonal violence and abuse and ensure that they are linked into an agreed care/referral pathway that includes both safeguarding and MARAC. 

Engaging local agencies, professionals and forums in developing such a pathway. Examples of agencies include police units/teams, LA children’s social care, Children’s Centres, Schools, LA education, YOS, GPs, A&E, sexual health, CAMHS, maternity services and voluntary sector services. In addition you will provide advice and guidance to Solace staff and Bexley Children’s professionals. 

You will provide psychoeducational activities for the children and young people. This includes One Support Sessions with children who are identified by professionals as needing additional emotional support. Topics such as Self Esteem & Confidence; Self-care; Healthy relationships; Keeping Safe & Expressing feelings are explored int the sessions. 

You will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team and collaborating with external agencies in your work.

About You

We're looking for highly organised and self-motivated applicants who are passionate about ending VAWG and breaking down barriers for service users with physical and mental health needs accessing support. You will have a “can-do‟ approach and demonstrable commitment to Solace’s feminist approach to supporting women and their children to be safer. You will receive training and support for this role as necessary. 

Successful applicants will have in-depth knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on women and children, experience of providing emotional and practical support to victims of VAWG, and a strong understanding of the barriers facing service users with physical and mental health needs and legislation. A relevant qualification in VAWG is desirable.

In return, we offer great employee benefits including three per cent employer pension contribution, generous holiday entitlement and a focus on learning and development.

This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to women applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

An enhanced DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) disclosure will be required for this role.

Link with RCOs of all shapes and sizes across Oxford and the county to share information, help support their capacity- technical and financial- and plan joint activity to help them make a bigger difference to refugees and migrants.

We are looking for an experienced project coordinator and senior immigration advisor OISC L2 (OISC L3 desirable) or solicitor with equivalent qualification for an exciting position leading our Newham immigration advice service for migrants homeless and rough sleeping.

The post holder will manage and supervise a team of OISC level 2 immigration advisors providing specialist immigration advice and casework. This service is funded by London Borough of Newham and working in partnership with local homeless organisations.

You will hold a small caseload of cases (equivalent to two days per week) working with non-UK migrants rough sleeping because of a lack of secure immigration status and/or No Recourse to Public Funds condition. You will lead the OISC supervision for the caseworkers and volunteers under this project as well as reporting and referral coordination.

You will play a key role in coordinating this project and ensuring front line work feeds into our advocacy and campaign work.

Praxis is a dynamic, award-winning human rights charity supporting migrants in crisis or at-risk, ensuring that their essential human needs are met and that they are able to overcome the barriers they face. We work to build community, challenge exclusion and discrimination, influence policy and improve services. We played a leading role in exposing the Windrush scandal and advocate and campaign for lasting changes to policy and practice to address the root causes of the issues faced by at-risk migrants.

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from those with lived experience of migration, and from diverse applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital/civil partnership status, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy/maternity leave status.

This is a paid, dynamic, one year opportunity to develop coaching and leadership skills whilst bringing about social transformation in the local community as a powerful expression of the Christian life and faith.

We are recruiting for Graduate Coach to join various Spear teams at several locations. This is an amazing opportunity to join our experienced and passionate team of coaches to deliver the Spear Programme, equipping and empowering unemployed 16 – 24 year olds to overcome challenges to employment and turn their lives around by moving into sustainable work or further education.

What will you do?

- Coach on Spear Foundation

The year-long programme kicks off with Spear Foundation, a 6-week initial phase running 6 times a year at each Centre. We coach young people facing barriers to employment around skills and mindsets to support them in returning to work or education, and equipping them with the skills to stay there. You’ll be given all the training needed to deliver this, preparing and coaching group and 1-1 sessions, and support the daily administrative function of the programme. You’ll also oversee the Spear Celebration Events at the end of each programme, assigning roles, organising volunteers, and planning equipment/resources.

- Spear Career

You’ll meet with trainees 1:1 on a weekly basis as part of this ongoing programme offered to those who complete Spear Foundation, supporting them to stay in work and progress over the year that follows.

- External Relationship-Building

You’ll purposefully build relationships with relevant professionals at local organisations, and communicate directly with young people, to encourage referrals onto the Spear programme.

- Intentional Church Community

Spear Graduate Coaches are directly employed by the partner church at which their Centre is based, meaning you’re part of a vibrant church staff team and submerged in an exciting faith community, whilst remaining robustly supported by the Resurgo coaching team and expertise. Part of your role is establish a personal presence within the community as your regular place of worship, and build a strong and committed network of supporters in the partner church to help source employment, funding and volunteer opportunities for Spear. You’ll also have the opportunity to work with church staff to engage trainees in the wider church programme, helping them find community and explore life’s big questions.

What will you gain?

- Christian Leadership Skills  through continual feedback, vulnerability, and challenge, and have opportunities to practise these skills in regular staff prayer meetings for both Resurgo and the church, as well as in Spear team meetings and events. 

- Social Impact Awareness – you’ll gain a working understanding of the issues affecting your church’s community, work with the church to tailor Spear accordingly and understand effective and meaningful ways of measuring this impact.

- Excellent coaching capability, through the iLM accredited 5-day ‘Coaching for Leadership’ programme or our extended bespoke version for all Graduate coaches, the 2 week Coaching Academy. You’ll continue to develop your coaching skills while delivering the Spear programme through intensive on-the-job support and weekly 1-1 mentoring.

- Management skills, so that you have the skills and confidence needed to become a Lead Coach within a year, and then a Spear Centre Manager within 3 years, with responsibility for Centre staff, young people and outcomes.

Person Specification

Please see the Team Guide on the 'work with us' page of our website for the kind of person who thrives with us; below are a few things we’re particularly looking for in this role: 

• Effective interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence, a sense of humour and sense of fun!
• Excellent communication skills, confident face to face communication, and a great telephone manner.
• Desire to grow and learn spiritually and as a leader, including a desire to learn and understand coaching technique.
• Ambitious and self-motivated with good time management skills and the ability to prioritise workload, exercise initiative and work well under pressure.
• A-levels or equivalent are essential; degree level or equivalent qualifications desirable.

Working requirements, salary & benefits

• Starting salary £20,500 in London centres, dependent on location and experience, plus pension scheme. An additional bursary of up to £5,000 is available for UK minority ethnic candidates and those who have faced disadvantage, as we work with many young people from UK minority ethnic backgrounds and those who have faced barriers to employment. Further information is available from our People and Culture team.
• One year fixed term contract with potential for renewal and excellent progression opportunities - we aim to give all Graduate coaches the skills and training to progress to manage one of out Spear centres, within 3 years.
• Full-time Monday to Friday, 9.30am – 5.30pm
• Flexible locations - please specify your preferred Spear centre on your application
• 25 days annual leave.
• Occasional evening working required (for events such as termly Spear Celebration evenings and the annual Resurgo fundraising party).
• Excellent staff development and training opportunities, including accredited coaching and leadership training 
• There may be a requirement to become part of the partner church congregation, and you will be expected to participate in church team events as well as wider Resurgo team events, including weekly staff prayer meetings and annual staff conferences in summer and winter (one residential)
• We offer an Employee Assistance Programme (a confidential support service for staff)
• A DBS check will be requested in the event of a job offer

In 2017 Resurgo won the Princess Royal Training Awards which honours employers that have created outstanding training and skills development programmes.