THE BRENT CENTRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE:

The Brent Centre for Young People (BCYP) exists to improve young people’s lives so they can manage their challenges now and become happy and healthy adults. Our trained therapists are specialists in the provision of effective mental health treatment of young people who need it most.

Currently, the BCYP is the leading mental health charity for young people in North West London, supporting over 700 young people a year with a wide range of issues. We offer specialised treatment in the areas of suicide prevention, tackling self-harm, eating disorders, exam anxiety and more.

Set up over 50 years ago with focus on preventing suicide amongst adolescents, and working in the heart of the community, we expanded into schools in the 1990s, and work closely with the NHS and CAMHS. The Brent Centre is also an important Research Centre on Adolescent Breakdown and Psychotherapy.

Last year the Centre initiated an exciting process to prepare the next stages of growth. We are now searching for an outstanding Communications and Media Officer to develop the communications function, working together with the new management team. You will work with programme leads and teams to establish our voice amongst different partners, and support the Centre build its reputation.

Contract: Permanent, Full time.

Part time (4 days a week will be considered for the right candidate)

Location: Brondesbury Park, London NW6

Salary: £28,000-30,000 (dependant on experience)

Reporting to: Head of Development and Communications

Overall role

The ideal candidate will have an excellent track record of communication’s skills (strategy development, writing and storytelling skills), media relations and experience supporting the Leadership team and Board of Trustees. We are essentially seeking someone who has a flair for pursuing potential opportunities and who has a proactive and solutions focussed approach.

1. Content and materials development ​- produce high-quality, engaging materials, resources and content that is in line with agreed branding and messaging; and effectively support the organisation’s communications strategy and activities (including content for website, press and social media)
2. Events​ - plan, manage and deliver the communications activities around key events and global moments (for example World Mental Health Day, Marathon events, local community events).
3. Stakeholder and partner relationships​ - manage relevant internal and external relationships with key partners
4. Support the Head of Communications to build the Centre’s reputation with different stakeholders by creating targeted communication elements that speak to their values and ensure the BCYP is a relevant partner in the national and international debate about young people’s mental health.
5. Develop a storytelling strategy to help our team engage with different audiences – funders, partner organizations and our community.

About you

The candidate should possess at least a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years’ experience of working in Communications at a respected social impact, government or international development organisation.

You are a creative and determined individual who can effectively utilise your genuine interest and demonstrable experience in communications. You are able to communicate effectively to a range of audiences in a variety of media. You are passionate about mental health in young people in the UK and would like to make a contribution to sharing knowledge about effective long-term treatment.

Deadline for applications: 5th April  2020

First round of interviews: Week commencing on April 20th 2020

Second round of interviews: Week of April 27th 2020

• Watford, Hertfordshire (with flexibility to work from home for part of the week)
• £22,000 per year
• Fixed term contract (12 months)
• Interviews on 14 April via videoconference

About us

1 in 6 of us are affected by a neurological condition in England; from epilepsy to encephalitis and migraine to motor neurone disease, these conditions are diverse, complex and largely unpreventable.

We are the only collective voice for around 80 national and regional organisations working together to make life better for people with a neurological condition. You will be joining and helping to grow a small but dynamic, ambitious and successful charity, which, in collaboration with our member organisations, has raised the profile of neurological conditions like never before.

At a time of change and enormous pressure for the health and social care sector, it is vital that we keep this momentum going to make sure neurology is a national policy priority and that this is translated into vital neurological service improvements. The role of the Alliance has never been more important and as Comms and External Affairs Assistant, you will help us to deliver our exciting strategy.

We are a committed team with four staff members, based in Watford, Hertfordshire, right next to Watford Junction station, with regular trains from/to central London.

About the role

In this role, you will assist our team in communicating our work with our member organisations, people with neurological conditions, and wider stakeholders. You will do this by developing and delivering inspiring, engaging content across our website, social media and email channels.  You will support our wider external affairs work in various ways, including keeping abreast of policy developments, undertaking desk-based research, and assisting team members in producing various documents. You will also provide key administrative functions, thereby playing a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the Alliance.

You will report to the Policy and External Affairs Manager, and hold relationships with staff and Trustees at the Neurological Alliance, suppliers and agencies working on behalf of The Neurological Alliance, Alliance member organisations, people affected by neurological conditions, clinicians, relevant professional organisations, umbrella organisations, industry partners, service providers and regulatory bodies.

Further information about the role is contained within the Job Description and Person Specification.

About you

To meet the challenge, you will need to be an adaptable self-starter with demonstrable interest in developing a career in the charity/health sector. You may be a recent graduate or be further on in your career and looking to change direction. You will have proven administrative abilities, as well as experience both in using social media in a professional capacity, and in writing for different audiences. You will be motivated, conscientious, trust-worthy, and a team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

The Alliance aims to attract and retain the best staff. To this end we offer the opportunity for flexible working. This can include some home working. Regular 1:1s as well as team meetings form an important part of our management approach and are used as a support and enabling mechanism to help you achieve your work objectives. We invest in our staff and provide opportunities for training and development.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and actively encourage applications from people to whom any of the protected characteristics laid out in the Equality Act would apply.

To apply

Please submit a cover letter detailing how you fit the person specification, along with your CV and an equal opportunities monitoring form via our website.

If you have any questions about the role or the work of the Alliance, please do not hesitate to get in contact with Katharine McIntosh, Policy and External Affairs Manager.

Your new company
A fantastic leading National Health Authority based in Central London.

Your new role
As the Head of Strategic Communications you will play a pivotal role in building greater trust within the authority to better serve the public. You will be responsible for developing and overseeing a wide-ranging programme of strategic communications that brings the new corporate strategy to life and enhances its story telling. Working closely with colleagues across the external affairs team and the organisation you will ensure our communications and engagement activity is proactive, well planned, joined up, and sustained. You will promote best practice strategic communications across the organisation demonstrating the importance of research, narrative, objective setting, planning and evaluation. You will also provide counsel to the Chair, Chief Executive and Executive Team on strategy and messaging.

What you'll need to succeed

• Substantial experience of delivering strategic communications or communications and engagement activity at a senior level in a complex, political and/or stakeholder environment.
• Experience of developing and delivering successful multichannel communications and engagement plans and/or campaigns
• Experience of building and nurturing strong, sustained and purposeful relationships with stakeholders
• Experience of managing complex issues, which are of strategic importance to an organisation
• Ability to think, act and plan strategically, and to win respect and operate at the highest level within an organisation
• First rate verbal and written communication skills, and attention to detail

What you'll get in return
A very competitive salary as well as the opportunity to make a big impact with an iconic organisation. Benefits also include: 30 days annual leave + Bank holidays, Salary sacrifice schemes, PerkBox, Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, Subsidised on-site restaurant, 8% basic pension contribution, Season ticket loan, Agile and flexible working, 24-hour - regulated employee assistance programme

What you need to do now
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Inspiring people into positive action. We know that compelling and inspirational writing can make people take pause and think about what they can do as an individual in a world that is in a climate emergency. We are seeking an individual that can translate their passion for the natural world into stories that will motivate and tell the work of us and our partners to a wide range of audiences.

If you are looking to work for a forward-thinking, solutions-based conservation organisation who is committed to protecting the world’s most biologically important and threatened habitats and have proven experience in writing/journalism, then this could be the role for you.

Summary

World Land Trust (WLT) is seeking a second writer/journalist to join their communications team and deliver engaging and creative content that will inspire new and existing supporters and capture the public interest.

Working with WLT

WLT is based in the UK and is unique within the conservation world. The Trust has grown from small beginnings, saving critically threatened forest in Belize, to become an internationally respected conservation organisation with a proven track record of more than 30 years, working with overseas conservation NGOs on the protection of threatened habitats. WLT has developed its modus operandi without losing its vision, integrity and transparency. You will be passionate about the natural world and be expected to align with the ethos and vision of WLT and become fluent in WLT’s work and its projects early on.

What you’ll be doing

The Communications Officer will actively support the Communications Manager and wider team in producing creative content; writing, editing and updating content for the website and printed publications which engages our audiences; undertaking essential editorial functions; researching new stories and editing blogs. You will be working with a Videographer, drafting press releases and assisting in the co-ordination of social media activities.

Who we’re looking for

You will be an excellent communicator with a minimum of two years’ writing/journalism experience, with strong editing, copy-editing and proofreading skills. Sharing our passion about environmental issues, you will have a proven ability to write compelling copy for different audiences and be able to explain complex issues in an accessible and engaging manner.

A team player, but also confident working under your own initiative, you will be able to demonstrate excellent attention to detail, be able to work effectively under pressure, and prioritise your workload to meet tight deadlines.

As an employer

WLT is based in Halesworth, a charming market town on the edge of the Suffolk Heritage Coastline, in a characterful period property. As an SME employer, we can offer you a welcoming work environment, with a 35-hour working week, 33 days’ annual leave, a pension scheme, life assurance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other benefits.

Applications

If you’re ready to take on this challenge, please visit our website via the Apply button to see the full Job Description and Person Specification along with application details.

To apply, please send a full CV, which must be accompanied by a covering letter explaining how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, and no more than one piece of work that you are most proud of. You should also include a short piece (no more than 300 words) on one of the following topics, including an eye-catching heading and strapline:

1. why do you think it is important to raise awareness of the climate emergency?
2. what is the most powerful environmental story you've heard, and why?
3. why do you think story telling is important for conservation?

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 6 April 2020.

It is expected that interviews will be held on 23 April at our offices in Halesworth, Suffolk. Candidates who have been shortlisted for interview may be asked to take part in a short assessment as part of the interview process.

Please note that the closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK. No agencies or advertisers please.

Specifications: Part Time (0.6 FTE), Permanent

Salary: £24,500 FTE, 14,700 pro rata

Location: Flexible – Preferably London or Freiburg

Application Closing Date: 29th March 2020
 

This role is an exciting opportunity to use your experience as an Administrative Assistant to make a difference in the field of health care research. 

The Administrative Assistant will provide effective and efficient administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer’s Office, primarily supporting the Governance and Strategy Unit and the External Affairs and Geographic Groups’ Support Unit.

The key areas of this role include:

1. Support to the Head of External Affairs & Geographic Groups’ Support:

• Scheduling quarterly meetings between the Head of Unit and Geographic Groups;
• Administrative/logistical support for Cochrane Geographic Network meetings (including US, China and India);
• Maintaining the fundraising database and other Excel databases;
• Maintaining Centres and Directors profiles on our membership database.

2.  Support to the management of Cochrane’s Governance, strategic planning, monitoring, evaluation and reporting Unit, including:

• Assisting the CEO Office’s governance support to the Cochrane Council and Executives;
• Organising in-person and online meetings or teleconferences, including co-ordinating agendas, circulating papers, organising refreshments and taking minutes;
• Maintaining administrative systems (databases/spreadsheets);
• Assisting the CEO Office’s governance support to the Cochrane Council and Executives.

3. Support to both Units:

• Diary support for the Head of Governance and Strategy Unit and the Head of External Affairs and Geographic Groups Unit, as required;
• Arranging travel and accommodation for the Heads of Units;
• Administration of the annual financial monitoring of all Cochrane Groups;
• Assisting with the production of PowerPoint presentations and other materials for use at meetings;
• Minute taking and following up on action points;
• Management of mailing lists related to the CEOO;
• Providing support to and cover for other administrative staff as and when required in order to ensure continuity of service;
• Undertaking other duties as necessary.

We are looking for a self-motivated and highly organised individual who is able to work effectively and collaboratively with a diverse range of contacts across the world.  The successful candidate will also have:

• Previous experience of providing administrative support to a team, many of whom are remote workers;
• Experience in complex scheduling and diary management;
• Intermediate level IT skills, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Strong organization and prioritization skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Professional telephone manner;
• Ability to work methodically and accurately;
• A flexible approach with the ability to respond quickly to issues as they arise;
• A pro-active approach to problem-solving;
• Awareness of handling confidential and sensitive information.

Cochrane is a global, independent network of health practitioners, researchers, patient advocates and others, responding to the challenge of making vast amounts of research evidence useful for informing decisions about health. We do this by synthesizing research findings to produce the best available evidence on what can work, what might harm and where more research is needed. Our work is recognised as the international gold standard for high quality, trusted information.

If you would like to apply for this position, please send a CV along with a supporting statement with “CEOO Administrative Assistant” in the subject line.  The supporting statement should indicate why you are applying for the post, and how far you meet the requirements for the post outlined in the job description using specific examples.  List your experience, achievements, knowledge, personal qualities, and skills which you feel are relevant to the post.

For further information, please download the full job description from the attachments.

Deadline for applications: 29th March 2020 (12 midnight GMT)

Interviews to be held on: From 17th April 2020 onwards

Are you passionate about using communications to make a big difference? Would you relish the chance to work with young prison-leavers to create content for a small, impactful organisation rooted in East London? Then join Switchback as our Comms Officer & Content Creator and you could soon be accelerating our profile as a leading resettlement charity and driving change for prison-leavers across the justice system.

We’re looking for a creative self-starter with brilliant writing skills keen to get stuck into all aspect of comms at a dynamic charity delivering big impact in London. This is not your average comms role stuck in a head office – you will be closely connected to Switchback’s transformative frontline work with some of London’s most marginalised young people.

If you love social media and can create high quality written content for different audiences, we’d like to hear from you!Please see the full job description in the PDF linked below.

About Switchback

Switchback is an award-winning charity helping young Londoners to find a way out of the justice system and build a stable, rewarding life they can be proud of. We provide intensive one-to-one support on both sides of the prison gate alongside real-work training after release, supporting 18-30 year-old men (Switchback Trainees) to make real, lasting change.

What you’ll get when you work for us:

At Switchback we offer a 35-hour week alongside 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). After two years employment, your holiday will rise year on year to 30 days. In addition to this, you can also access a holiday buy-back scheme to purchase 10 additional days of holiday. We offer flexible working, childcare vouchers and a generous maternity/paternity leave package.

Switchback has an autoenrollment pension scheme and an employer contribution of 5%. In addition to on-the-job training, you will also have access to a training budget so you can grow in your role. Other perks include an employee referral bonus of £200.

Our offices are based a stones throw from the bustling area of Spitalfields Market and Brick Lane, resulting in great choices for lunch as well as post-work drinks and shopping. We have great transport links with overhead and underground train station, Liverpool Street, 5 minutes walk away as well as London buses and other underground stations.

We really care about our team, which is why we have lunch together on Mondays, a number of fun team bonding days throughout the year and finish work at 4.00 on a Friday. Last but not least an impressive  selection of tea, coffee, milk and biscuits are always provided!

How to apply

Please make sure you read the full Job Description (pdf) linked below. To apply, click 'apply' on this page and upload your CV (2-page max) along with your 1 page (max) cover letter outlining why you are a good fit for this role with clear reference to the person specification in the Job Description.

Please note incomplete applications will not be considered.

We also encourage you to complete the recruitment analysis form which will be separated from your application and treated as confidential, a link to this form can be found on the person specification.

Switchback is committed to diversity in all that it does and wants to receive applications from every part of the communities we serve, particularly from BAME people and those who have lived experience of the criminal justice system. All appointments are made on merit.

Only those applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We thank you for your application but regret we do not have the resources to give feedback on every application received.

**Please note: due to Coronavirus, interviews and starting date for this role may be subject to delay**

Covering all sites within East and North Hertfordshire Hospitals’ Charity you will be responsible for creating a new Marketing and Communications strategy to raise awareness of the Hospital Charity with the aim of raising funds for specialist equipment, research and projects to improve patient experience at the Lister Hospital in Stevenage and Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Northwood.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support delivery of an exciting new strategy to raise funds for amazing causes such as children, cancer and the elderly.

Ideally you will already have a background of working in Marketing, Communications, Design or PR and will have proven experience of delivering successful campaigns, working with press, copywriting, managing social media platforms as well as creating marketing collateral.

Working for the NHS offers a fantastic benefits package, including a generous pension, agenda for change pay progression, 27 days leave plus bank holidays and flexible working.

Job title: Casual General Assistant – Galanos House

Location: Southam

Directorate: Operations

Contract: Casual hours

Salary: £8.96 per hour

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

The Legion Needs You

During the COVID-19 outbreak the safety and well-being of the elderly and most vulnerable in our community, including our veteran population, is our highest priority. The Legion is in need of General Assistants to ensure we can withstand the challenges resulting from Coronavirus.

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our team at Galanos House, Southam on a casual basis.

Working to a set routine, you will be responsible for either assisting kitchen staff in preparing food, washing kitchen equipment and serving meals in the dining room. We also have shifts available in our housekeeping and laundry teams.

You will have a good standard of numeracy and literacy and have knowledge of Basic Food Hygiene (qualification in this area would be an advantage).

Please note this role is based at our Care Home which is located at Galanos House, Banbury Road, Southam, Warwickshire, CV47 2BL

How to Apply

Anyone interested in any this casual role is encouraged to apply online

Closing date for this role is: 12th April 2020.

At this exciting time in our evolution, we’re looking for a full-time Finance Assistant to provide critical support for our finance team in a period of rapid growth.

You will support the close-knit and friendly finance team with the day-to-day financial administration of the charity. You will work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure the effective operation of the charity’s purchase ledger, banking and accounting processes. Experience of finance is not a prerequisite – rather, we are looking for skills and aptitude. However, you must be able to demonstrate a high level of numeracy, good written communication skills, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Your new company
A leading national health charity based in central London who are looking to establish a Public Affairs function within the organisation.

Your new role
Will require you to lead on developing and delivering a strategic approach to stakeholder engagement across the authority, that builds trust and confidence in professional regulation. You will establish the public affairs function as the core relationship manager with parliamentarians, government departments and other political stakeholders in the four countries. Co-creating with colleagues you will deliver effective, strategic, multi-channel communication and engagement plans that support the development and delivery of the organisations public, policy initiatives. You will work with the corporate leadership team to develop and nurture strong, consistent and purposeful relationships with stakeholders across the four nations of the UK. You will provide high quality political insight counsel and advise the Chief Executive, Chair and Executive team. As a member of the external affairs leadership team, you'll deliver a high performing communications and engagement function which is a great place to work.

What you'll need to succeed

• Highly experienced stakeholder relations and public affairs professional
• A proven track record of building and nurturing strong, consistent and purposeful relationships with stakeholders
• Experience of managing complex issues, which are of strategic importance to an organisation
• Ability to think, act and plan strategically, and to win respect and operate at the highest level within an organisation
• A deep understanding of and relish for politics, and knowledge of or interest in the health and care sector (previous experience within healthcare is not a prerequisite)
• First rate verbal and written communication skills, and attention to detail
• Significant management experience including financial budgets and direct reports

What you'll get in return
A very competitive salary as well as the opportunity to make a big impact with an iconic organisation. Benefits also include: 30 days annual leave + Bank holidays, Salary sacrifice schemes, PerkBox, Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, Subsidised on-site restaurant, 8% basic pension contribution, Season ticket loan, Agile and flexible working, 24-hour - regulated employee assistance programme

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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Following a significant increase in the Bridge Group's size and impact, this pivotal new role will develop and manage the operations of the Charity to support the delivery of our strategy. This will include: further developing and managing systems and processes relating to finance, HR and operations; supporting the governance of the Charity; and in all matters ensuring successful operations and compliance with regulations and requirements.

We offer flexible and remote working and are open to considering applicants who prefer to work part-time. The role includes 28 days annual leave, plus the eight statutory Bank and public holidays.

Please download the Job specification pdf below for more information about the role and how to apply (CV+Cover letter). 

We will invite shortlisted applicants to an interview on Tuesday 21st April.

Job title: Casual Care Assistant – Galanos House

Location: Southam

Directorate: Operations

Contract: Casual hours

Salary: £9.08 per hour, plus 50p market supplement per hour

About The Royal British Legion

The Legion is at the heart of a national network that supports our Armed Forces community through thick and thin – ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. We’ve been here since 1921 and we’ll be here as long as they need us.

The Legion Needs You

During the COVID-19 outbreak the safety and well-being of the elderly and most vulnerable in our community, including our veteran population, is our highest priority. The Legion is in need of Care Assistants to ensure we can withstand the challenges resulting from Coronavirus.

We are looking for Care Assistant’s to support residents within our care home on a casual basis during these challenging times. We have Day and Night shifts available.

Based at Galanos House, Southam you will work within a team to ensure the smooth day to day running of the unit and in delivering person centred care in a way that respects the dignity of the individual and promotes independence and well being.

You should have previous experience of working in a Care Home or similar environment with a vulnerable client group. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential and an enthusiasm to learn and develop within this role is required.

Please note this role is based at our Care Home which is located at Galanos House, Banbury Road, Southam, Warwickshire, CV47 2BL

How to Apply

Anyone interested in any this casual role is encouraged to apply online

Closing date for this role is: 12th April 2020.

We are working with a children's charity based in central London who are looking for a Team Assistant to join their Individual Giving team.

Reporting to the Head of Individual Giving, you will be responsible for

• Providing administration support to the Head of Individual Giving and others in the Fundraising division.
• Support the administration of newly of newly developed training programmes for the Fundraising division.
• Participate in key fundraising projects and initiatives including updating and monitoring delivery plans and working closely with project managers.

They are looking for someone who has

• Has experience of administrative support including diary, meeting and email management.
• Experience of working on projects and delivering work to agreed deadlines.
• Experience of working within a charity.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to build positive and effective working relationships across teams.

Christ Church London are looking to recruit an Executive Assistant to support the Senior Leader of Christ Church London. The post holder will be expected to provide comprehensive and efficient organisational and administrative support, and assist with a wide variety of tasks that fall within the remit of the Senior Leader.

Christ Church London is a multi-site church that is committed to making this city a great place to live by working for its cultural, social and spiritual renewal. The church began in late 2004 and draws people from across London with attendance of around 600–700 each Sunday. The church currently meets in six locations across the city every Sunday: Bethnal Green, Central London, Covent Garden, Stockwell, and Sutton. We also run a number of smaller groups throughout the week, which are focused on community, growth and purpose.

Additional Application Instructions

For a copy of the job advert with more information on the role including responsibilities, general duties, skills and experience desired and person specification please email Nate Sence.

Christ Church London operates as a faith community. We pray together in the office as a staff, and share prayer requests and praise reports throughout our working week. We regularly pray in meetings and seek to ensure everyone on our team thrives both professionally and personally; Our roles, therefore, have a genuine occupational requirement to protect our strong Christian ethos and values, and our charitable objective of advancing the Christian faith.

Please send a CV, including pastoral and professional reference details, and a covering letter to Nate Sence by Wednesday 15 April. Successful applicants will be invited to an initial interview and then further selection testing will follow. We are hoping for the successful candidate to start as soon as possible. Please get in touch with Nate if you require further information. Thank you for considering joining the work of Christ Church London. For further information, please see our website.