We are one of the UK’s leading voluntary adoption agencies, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, and have been at the forefront of adoption services for over 60 years, working with local authorities across the country.

We are looking for established independent social workers based in London, Kent, Cambridge, Luton and surrounding areas to undertake initial interviews and adoption assessments.

You must be SWE registered and have at least three years’ post qualifying experience in adoption.  You will need access to your own transport, be willing to travel, and hold your own professional indemnity and public liability insurance.  We can offer a competitive rate for each assignment.

For further details, please visit our website.

We look forward to hearing from you.

PACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults therefore please note our recruitment procedure includes DBS checks.

No agencies please.

We are looking for 2 confident, reliable people to support hospital staff and other health or social care professionals to provide wrap around, holistic support that will enable clients to be discharged from hospital feeling supported and empowered. One postholder will work from Addenbrookes hospital in Cambridge and the other from Peterborough City and Hinchingbrooke hospitals. You will be able to identify what needs to be put into place to avoid a readmission or future admission to hospital, within the context of promoting wellbeing, happiness, independence, and confidence.

Application by CV and covering letter in which you address all the points in the person specification,  if these points are not covered your application may not be considered.  Your application should specify which location you would prefer.  Applications should be  received by midday on Friday 22nd January,  interviews will be online and held after this date.

These posts are full time (37h/week) for an initial 6 month contract with a possibility of this being extended.

Who we are
In response to extreme emergencies, Magpas Air Ambulance bring the very best pre-hospital medical care, in the air or on land, including treatments usually only available in a hospital. Our service operates 24/7 and, on average, answers four calls for help a day treating around 900 patients in life-threatening emergencies every year.

We serve the communities of Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and across the East of England and are dispatched by both the East of England and the East Midlands Ambulance Service Trusts – caring for a population of over 10 million.

What is involved
We have an exciting opportunity for two committed and passionate Trustees to help guide and support the leadership of our organisation.  By volunteering as a Trustee of a local charity, you will be part of a team of 12 Trustees that come together in a mission to care for and positively impact the local and wider communities that we serve.

Our Trustees are responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the Charity, it’s financial health and the probity of its activities in accordance with our governing, legal and regulatory guidelines.  Trustees work closely with our Executive Leadership Team and Chief Executive and play a valuable role in the development and sustainability of our service.

You will be required to attend a minimum of 4 Trustee board meetings each year and ad hoc subcommittee meetings throughout the year, the voluntary time commitment varies but is on average no more than 8 hours per month.  Trustees with the relevant skill set may also be required to join a subcommittee, which includes; Clinical Governance, Executive Leadership, Capital Campaign, Audit Committee, Nomination Committee and Remuneration Committee,(all meetings currently take place virtually).  Meetings in the future may be a mixture of virtual and in person, usually at Magpas Headquarters or the Air Base, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. Trustees are also expected to take part in Board development/planning sessions (typically one per year) and are encouraged to represent the Charity at public events and take an active part in promotional activities, training and development.

What we are looking for
We are looking for individuals who share our passion and drive for outstanding emergency care and are willing to contribute their knowledge, skills and experience in support of the critical services that our charity provides.

We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who have skills and experience of at least two of the following areas:

• Practising Clinician in any area of medicine
• Strategy management and development
• Corporate governance
• Clinical management and/or governance
• Monitoring financial performance
• Risk and compliance management

There is also an open post for a substantive Deputy Chair and one of these positions could be considered for that role which also acts as Chair of the charity’s Nomination and Remuneration committees.

Our new Trustees will receive an induction, and training and 1-2-1 support will be available where needed. 

Magpas Air Ambulance are committed to providing equality of opportunity and valuing diversity for all current and prospective staff, volunteers and Trustees. We aim to create an environment where everyone can be the best they can be, where they feel welcome and are free from bias and discrimination.  We are working to increase the diversity of the board and would particularly welcome applications from groups that are currently under represented, including females and those from a BAME background.

Please note that we reserve the right to remove this advert prior to the advertised date, dependent on the level of response received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.

If you would like to find out more about this position, please click the ‘apply' button to be directed to our website where you can download the application pack and find details of how to apply.

Closing date: 18th January 2021
Virtual interviews to be held on: TBC

Part-time Business Account Manager (Multiple locations available)

Part-time – 24 hours per week over 3-4 days per week

This role will be primarily based in either our Bristol or Bedfordshire office. Remote working can be considered for the right candidate.

£28,588 per annum (pro-rata for part-time staff). Pay Point 26.

Deadline for applications is 18 January 2021 at 12:00 midday

Unseen is a charity, based in Bristol and Bedfordshire. We focus on three main areas as we work towards a world without slavery;

Supporting survivors and potential victims of slavery; by providing access to a range of specialist services, enabling them to safely recover and develop resilient independent lives

Equipping stakeholders; by providing training, advice and resources to facilitate the identification and support of potential victims of slavery

Influencing systemic changes; by using our experience and research to impact and inspire transformation across legislation, policy and society.

We are looking for a part-time Business Account Manager to increase our resource on our Business Engagement Team (based in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire) and support work on our expanding portfolio of corporate partnerships and clients.

A proven track record (or demonstrable transferable skills) of working effectively within and with businesses is vital, whether that be in sustainability, corporate social responsibility or sales and marketing. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a proven ability to use your initiative to work alone and as part of a team are also essential skills for this role. Experience of working in the field of modern slavery within business, civil society, local government, or law enforcement is desirable. 

You will be required to join a small, friendly and committed team as we continue to build and establish ourselves as a key modern slavery charity committed to working in partnership with businesses. Full and on-going training and supervision is provided. 

You may be required to work additional hours or flexibly to meet the demands of the role.  Some travel will be required (subject to current Covid-19 restrictions).

You will need to be available to start from February 2021 (subject to satisfactory references and DBS check if required and completion of induction).
 

Deadline for applications is Monday 18 January 2021 at 12:00 midday 

Successful applicants shall be invited to interview in January 2021.

Unseen is an equal opportunities employer.

To Apply:

Please download the job description, Unseen Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form provided below (these can also be downloaded from the Unseen website).You are also requested to submit a cover letter.  Once completed please return all forms to the email address provided on the application form/ jobs page of our website. CV’s are not accepted.

Any queries please email the address provided on our website.