Based at:  Bishopscourt, Bury New Road, Salford, M7 4LE

Closing date: noon Wednesday 6th October 2021

Interview date: Friday 15th October 2021 at Bishopscourt, Bury New Road, Salford, M7 4LE

The Bishop of Manchester is seeking a well-organised, adaptable and professional individual to join his staff team.  The successful candidate will assist his PA and provide a wide range of administrative and secretarial services which will ensure the smooth-running of the Bishop’s office. They will have experience in office administration and will be a skilled organiser and communicator. They should be comfortable with dealing with a diverse range of people, including clergy, laity and members of the community. The Assistant will need absolute discretion in dealing with confidential, frequently personal information.

National Church Institutions will be the employer for this role.  A summary of the terms and conditions is listed at the end of the job description/person specification. 

Benefits include 25 days’ annual leave per leave year, plus public holidays and 3 additional allocated days, plus automatic enrolment into the Church of England Pension Builder 2014 scheme. 

The Diocese of Manchester is the Church of England in Bolton, Bury, Leigh, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, and parts of Rossendale, Stockport, Tameside and Trafford. To find out more about the unique make-up of the diocese and its diverse activities, please visit our website.

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The Diocese of Durham is one of 43 Dioceses in the Church of England. Geographically it extends from the Tees in the south to the Tyne in the north, and from upper Weardale and Teesdale to the coast.

Rt Revd Sarah Clark was consecrated as the Suffragan Bishop of Jarrow in February 2019. Her role is to assist the Bishop of Durham in the leadership of the Church of England across the Diocese of Durham including the care for the clergy and parishes. Bishops’ roles involve a wide range of relationships across faith communities, local communities and include local and regional government.

As well as sharing with the Bishop of Durham in the episcopal leadership of the Diocese Bishop Sarah has particular responsibilities as the sponsoring bishop for ordinands, playing a key role in the growth and development of ordained ministry. She also has focussed leadership of the Diocesan core priority relating to the area of poverty.

As Personal Assistant to the Bishop of Jarrow, you will play a vital role in supporting and enabling Bishop Sarah to fulfil her purpose in her wide-ranging responsibilities. This role has been developed to reflect Bishop’s Sarah’s shaping of her own priorities and both roles will continue to evolve over time. One of the developments within the PA role is an expectation of the ability to undertake appropriate research which enables the Bishop’s public role and ministry and this will include an ease with using social media.

Working from an office in the Bishop's home, you will ensure a warm and hospitable welcome to all who come to see Bishop Sarah. You will provide secretarial, personal and administrative support for the Bishop, ensuring the smooth running of the Bishop’s office in a way which is compatible with its location in the Bishop’s home, a home which will include dogs.  The managing of Bishop Sarah’s diary with foresight, understanding, discipline and sensitivity is vital to the role.   

Pro-active, adaptable, with strong interpersonal skills and a high level of administrative competence, you will be comfortable with working alone when the Bishop is out of the office and also enjoy being an active part of a team of people working in other locations across the diocese; in particular working closely with the Bishop of Durham’s office.  

Your working hours are expected to be 9:30am - 4pm (Monday – Thursday) however you will have a flexible approach to both your hours and duties.

The salary of £21,202 per year will be prorated for the hours worked giving a salary of £14,538 per year for 24 hours per week.

Interviews will be held on Thursday 14th October 2021 at Bishop’s House, 25 Ivy Lane, Low Fell, Gateshead, NE9 6QD.

Chief Executive Officer Opportunity

We are looking to appoint a new CEO from either within or outside the Age UK community to work with the Trustees on the next stage of the development of the Charity. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader.

As part of the brief for the incoming CEO, we want someone who can work with the Trustee Board, Senior Management Team, staff and volunteer team, our partners, service users and the community so the charity has the maximum impact on improving the lives of elderly people in the community. A charity background is desirable but not essential, we are open to high quality leaders who are looking for a new direction, especially reflecting on the experiences of the pandemic.

Over the next 6 months, the priority for the Trustees and CEO will be to determine the future strategy

Age UK Herefordshire and Worcestershire is approaching a £2 million turnover and approximately 100 employees, a mix of Full time, part time and casual contracts. The Charity delivers, information & advice, Veterans Service, Dementia Support, Meeting Centres, Home Support, Training and much more.

The successful candidate should have:

• An awareness of current local and national issues affecting older people.

• Significant experience of effective leadership and management in a complex,changing environment.

• Experience of securing funding and to maximise income from a wide range of sources.

• Knowledge and experience of strategic planning and new service development.

• Ability to form partnerships with voluntary, statutory, or commercial organisations.

• To collaborate with neighbouring brand partners &/or complimentary organisations to share core costs, service delivery and funding bids.

• To balance IMPACT with financial sustainability.

Salary:

Grade B: Starting salary is £19,500 per annum pro rata. The band goes up to £21,000 per annum pro rata, however, this is dependent on annual performance reviews

Part time role:

25 – 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday (flexible to be agreed with COO)

Job Purpose:

Do you have a flair for organising others?  Do you have a passion for administration?  Then we need your secretarial skills.

We have an amazing opportunity for an Executive Team PA to provide full secretarial and administrative support to the Chief Operating Officer, Director of Programmes and Director of Housing (the Executive Team).  This involves the production of correspondence and reports, proof reading and formatting documents, diary management, coordinating meetings and production of agendas and minutes.

You will also provide administrative support to the wider Senior Leadership Team, including organising travel and logistics, arranging meetings and taking minutes.  You will also work closely with the PA to the Chief Executive on key tasks such as organising the annual staff conference.

Oasis Community Housing is a Christian response to homelessness and disadvantage providing housing, support and other specialised services. We welcome applicants from all faiths or none, but it is important that all employees understand and sympathise with the Christian vision, ethos and culture of the organisation

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references, meeting essential criteria and Enhanced DBS (dependent on role).

Closing date for applications is 1st October at 5:00pm

Please note – we may not be able to contact candidates who have not been shortlisted, if you do not hear from Oasis within six weeks of the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful.

Oasis Community Housing is an equal opportunities employer

Registered charity no. 1107554.

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 have more than 35 years of experience working with migrant communities, and in 2019 we supported around 2,000 people through expert legal advice, housing and peer support. Our holistic approach supports people away from a point of crisis and destitution towards safety, economic independence, social engagement and greater emotional wellbeing.

You will have experience in providing high quality administrative support to the CEO, trustees and senior managers.  You will play a key role in developing and supporting our charity and strengthening our resource management, administration and governance. This will include the organisation and servicing of trustee and management meetings ensuring effective administration, record keeping, communications and progress tracking. 

This role requires flexibility, initiative and discretion. You should be highly organised and proactive with strong people and communication skills and have a good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 systems, including SharePoint and MS Teams. You should be committed to self-improvement and respond positively to constructive feedback when given, as well as being a committed team player.

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.

For more details about the job and to apply, please complete the application form on our website.

The Merchant Navy Welfare Board (MNWB) is the UK’s National Seafarers’ Welfare Board and the umbrella charity for the UK Merchant Navy and fishing fleets. Using an endowed investment fund, the MNWB supports and promotes quality welfare services to active and retired merchant seafarers, fishermen and their dependants.

The MNWB Council of Management is made up of an equal number of representatives from Ship owners (UK Chamber of Shipping), Unions (Nautilus International and RMT), maritime charities and specialist advisors. Council meetings are observed by the UK Government represented by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.

The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Executive to run a high profile and leading UK maritime charity.

The Chief Executive is responsible for the management of the day-to-day operation of the MNWB. Working with trustees, you will lead an experienced and passionate staff to develop programmes and projects to support Constituent member organisations. Acting as Company Secretary, you will work with trustees in pursuance of the charity’s key objects supporting 45 Constituent member organisations and operating 16 Port Welfare Committees covering all UK ports and Gibraltar.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• A senior executive with a successful track record of operating within the maritime charity sector
• A focused deliverer with proven experience of managing and maintaining high profile relationships with stakeholders
• A charismatic and exceptional leader with strong influencing and listening skills
• An innovator, able to work in partnership in order to manage challenges that may arise
• An understanding of the welfare needs of the Merchant Navy and Fishing sectors
• A strategic thinker with a visionary, ambitious and inspiring approach who will be able to identify potential new ways of working to benefit maritime charities and their seafarer/fisher beneficiaries
• Experience of working in the charity sector
• Proven record of managing programmes and projects
• Geographically mobile and happy to travel to meet the demands of the role

You will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK

Competitive salary + benefits + contributory group personal pension scheme. 

MNWB is an equal opportunities employer so we want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please let us know if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you. 

To apply, submit your CV and supporting letter.

Closing date: 8th October 2021

Responsible to Head of Service.

An exciting opportunity for an experienced housing solicitor to join Central and East Northamptonshire Citizens Advice (CENCA), delivering housing and debt advice, advocacy and court representation.

About the role

As Housing Law Solicitor, you will be responsible for interviewing clients using sensitive listening in order to get to the root of the issues. This is a key role, in which you will be expected to empower clients and provide high quality advice, whilst maintaining the structure of meetings and delivering great customer service.

Please visit our website via the Apply button to download the full Job Pack.

Closing date: 5th October 2021

Responsible to: Shop Manager

Responsible for:  Volunteers

Hours of work: Part-time: 14 hours a week

Overall Purpose of Role:

To run the Martin House Charity Shop effectively through a team of volunteers, and contribute to the annual income targets as agreed with the Shop Manager and Area Retail Manager. 

Act as an Ambassador for Martin House Children’s Hospice within the local community.

Tasks and Duties:

• To hold each member of the Martin House team in positive regard and to foster a culture of respect and consideration between all staff and volunteers.
• To take responsibility for the running of the Martin House Hospice shop, meeting sales targets and actively working towards increasing sales.
• To actively recruit, support, train and organise volunteers, providing supervision to ensure that they work within their defined role, and that there is sufficient cover on a Sunday.
• To be responsible for ensuring the health, safety and security of volunteers and the safety and security of the shop premises, including Risk Assessment and training.  To inform the Shop Manager or Area Retail Manager of any complaints, accidents or untoward occurrences in the shop.  To be a named Keyholder of the shop.
• To work with the local community to ensure a continuous flow of good quality stock.  To display stock attractively on the shop floor and ensure a robust rotation of stock in a safe manner. 
• To actively promote the Martin House Gift Aid system to all supporters and customers and to train all volunteers to do the same.
• To comply with financial procedures at the shop and accurately cash up and report figures and relevant paperwork as requested.
• To support the Fundraising Department by promoting events and the Hospice Lottery in the local community, and train volunteers to do the same.
• Any other duties as may be reasonably required.

Personal development

• To adopt a positive and reflective approach to personal and professional development.
• To participate constructively in a yearly annual appraisal.
• To undertake specific training to ensure knowledge remains updated

This job description reflects the present requirements of the post and will form the basis of performance appraisal.  As duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and necessary changes made with consultation.

Equality statement

Martin House is committed to providing care and improving services irrespective of race, ethnicity, disability, gender, religion or belief, age, marital status, or sexual orientation

Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults

Martin House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with safer recruitment standards and successful applicants may be required to undertake a DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

All Martin House employees are expected to:

• Uphold the values of Martin House and behave in a professional manner at all times.
• Value equality and diversity and comply with relevant equality legislation.
• Attend 1:1s with their line manager, attend team meetings and annual appraisals.
• Take part in all relevant mandatory training and any other education and training considered necessary to carry out the role.
• Take responsibility for one’s own personal development.
• Cooperate with colleagues, encourage and support positive working relationships (both internally and externally) and foster a culture of respect and consideration at work.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with relevant individuals and groups, both internally and externally.
• Take responsibility for one’s own health and safety and the health and safety of others whilst at work, and comply with Health and Safety legislation.
• Comply with information governance requirements and maintain confidentiality at all times, as required.
• Work within all Martin House policies and procedures.
• Communicate a positive image of Martin House and protect its reputation.

Staff who support Martin House volunteers are expected to:

• Carry out effective inductions for new volunteers in your department
• Lead and guide volunteers, providing the support needed to maintain morale and enable them to work effectively
• Supervise your volunteers appropriately in their day to day work and actively work to recognise the work that they do
• Ensure your volunteers have access to some personal time with you on a regular basis
• Ensure that your volunteers have an annual opportunity to reflect on their volunteering role with you
• Support appropriate volunteer learning and development within your team
• Communicate effectively with your volunteer team, and in line with the Martin House Staff Charter
• Play a role in the recruitment of new volunteers within your area, once appropriate training has been given
• Manage performance issues with volunteers fairly and sensitively, taking advice from the HR department where appropriate

Person Specification:  Assistant Shop Manager

Qualifications and relevant work experience:

No specific qualifications needed

Desirable

1. Experience of supervising a team of volunteers or staff
2. Experience of working in a retail environment

Knowledge and skills:

Desirable

1. Ability to work independently and also as part of a team
2. Strong interpersonal skills, balancing the need to keep customers and volunteers happy with the priorities of the business
3. Ability to maintain positive working relationships with people from all walks of life
4. Ability to handle money, keep records and organise work
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
6. Ability to manage priorities and time
7. Knowledge of an employer’s health and safety responsibilities
8. Ability to demonstrate presence of mind when working under pressure
9. Experience of using an electronic till system

Attributes:

1. Ability to maintain confidentiality
2. Willing to undertake further appropriate training where necessary
3. Committed to equal opportunities

At Thames Reach we are committed to helping homeless and vulnerable people to live in decent homes, build supportive relationships and lead fulfilling lives. Our vision is to end street homelessness and our aim is to achieve the highest standards of effectiveness in service delivery to vulnerable people.

We are currently recruiting an Assistant Support Worker in our East Surrey Outreach team. This is an exciting opportunity to join this service, supporting both new and more complex rough sleepers to move away from the streets and access and sustain accommodation and support.  The team work across 4 councils in the region – Epsom and Ewell, Mole Valley, Reigate and Banstead and Tandridge – and work closely with housing departments in each council to ensure there is a prompt and effective response to rough sleeping.

With the help of our experienced senior staff and management, you will be supported and trained to use your strong communication and creative problem-solving skills. You will receive regular support from experienced staff, who will both guide your work and encourage and facilitate your personal development.

As Assistant Outreach Support Worker you will:

• Provide a response to referrals we receive across the 4 councils
• Facilitate drop-in sessions at local services working with homeless people
• Support our clients with practical tasks that will enable them to move off of the streets or sustain accommodation
• Directly support clients, identifying activities that will assist in their journey towards recovery and away from life on the streets
• Maintain and support links with community programmes and resources
• Ensure that all work is recorded and monitored.

And have:

• A commitment to providing a high standard of service
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Honesty, reliability and a mature and thoughtful approach to equal opportunities and diversity in service provision
• The ability to learn and an enthusiasm for training and acquiring new skills
• A responsive and flexible approach to the needs of the team and clients.

As this service covers a wide area we require applications from people with a driving license and access to their own transport. Whilst the majority of your working hours will fall within normal office hours there is a requirement to carry out some late and early shifts in order to engage with rough sleepers who might be difficult to locate during the day.

As well as a great working environment, we also offer:

• Support to develop your case working skills and specialist knowledge.
• 6.5% employer & 1.5% employee contributory pension scheme, tuition aid and role-specific training.
• 29 days holiday and 8 paid bank holidays.

Thames Reach is committed to achieving a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We value, respect, and celebrate diversity. We welcome and encourage applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their history of homelessness, sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Closing Date: 3rd October 2021 

To apply please visit our website. 

Location:                     South Wimbledon/Home- Hybrid Working

Contract:             Fixed Term- 6 months from start date

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Benefits:

As part of your employment package with us, we offer:

• a competitive salary, comprehensive training, and development programme, 
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing each year to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays after 5 years 
• option to buy or sell annual leave up to one week’s annual leave
• a health cash plan providing cash back towards healthcare bills and other wellbeing benefits
• occupational sick pay
• contributory group pension scheme
• free life assurance
• cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans

About the Role

Evolve Housing + Support works in the London Boroughs of Bromley, Merton, Croydon, Lambeth, and the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea. We are the third largest provider of homelessness accommodation in London and work with people of all ages, providing housing, support and guidance to empower them towards independent living and to building a better life.

We’re looking for a Finance officer to join our team and work closely with the Finance Manager as an integral part of our Finance Team.  We need someone who can help us to deliver high quality and comprehensive finance services to our internal and external suppliers and customers.  

We are a flexible, friendly, and supportive team who work hard to constantly improve the way we work.  Our days and weeks are busy but there is a lot of support and a chance for you to develop your skills in the finance profession in an organisation who put people first.

About You

Be a finance officer who provides professional and customer focused services to internal and external supplies and customers.

Accurately and efficiently process Purchase ledger, including processing suppliers’ invoices and assisting with the payment process, monthly reconciliations, scanning and filing of invoices.

Preparing relevant sales ledger and sending out invoices, inputting receipts onto the system, scanning and filing of invoices and receipts.

Undertake other general finance duties, as required.

In this role:

You must be educated to at least A level standard with minimum Grade 5/6 in English and Mathematics at GCSE.

You must have bookkeeping skills or at least AAT level 2 equivalent.

You must have at least 12 months working experience in finance/accounting department especially with purchase ledger role. Payroll experience will be bonus.

Possess good working knowledge of finance systems and accounting software.

Possess good working knowledge of general office software, i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook, etc

About Evolve Housing + Support

Evolve is a leading homelessness charity in London, providing housing and support to over 2,000 people each year.

We believe in building on people’s strengths, aspirations, and goals to help break the cycle of homelessness and help them move forward with their lives.

We offer a programme of support tailored to meet people’s individual needs, including housing, employment, and skills training, mentoring, and counselling. We work with young parents and children at risk of exclusion to build the skills and resilience that can help prevent homelessness. We campaign to end street homelessness. We build affordable homes to help people move on to an independent life.

Our mission is to help children, young people and adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness reach their potential, and move on to live happy, fulfilled lives.

Your application

Evolve Housing + Support is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including people who have experienced homelessness themselves.

Please ensure that your statement addresses the criteria set out in the finance officer person’s specification.  

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Responsible to: Shop Manager

Responsible for:  Volunteers

Hours of work:Part-time: 6 hours a week

Overall Purpose of Role:

To run the Martin House Charity Shop effectively through a team of volunteers, and contribute to the annual income targets as agreed with the Shop Manager and Area Retail Manager. 

Act as an Ambassador for Martin House Children’s Hospice within the local community.

Tasks and Duties:

• To hold each member of the Martin House team in positive regard and to foster a culture of respect and consideration between all staff and volunteers.
• To take responsibility for the running of the Martin House Hospice shop, meeting sales targets and actively working towards increasing sales.
• To actively recruit, support, train and organise volunteers, providing supervision to ensure that they work within their defined role, and that there is sufficient cover on a Sunday.
• To be responsible for ensuring the health, safety and security of volunteers and the safety and security of the shop premises, including Risk Assessment and training.  To inform the Shop Manager or Area Retail Manager of any complaints, accidents or untoward occurrences in the shop.  To be a named Keyholder of the shop.
• To work with the local community to ensure a continuous flow of good quality stock.  To display stock attractively on the shop floor and ensure a robust rotation of stock in a safe manner. 
• To actively promote the Martin House Gift Aid system to all supporters and customers and to train all volunteers to do the same.
• To comply with financial procedures at the shop and accurately cash up and report figures and relevant paperwork as requested.
• To support the Fundraising Department by promoting events and the Hospice Lottery in the local community, and train volunteers to do the same.
• Any other duties as may be reasonably required.

Personal development

• To adopt a positive and reflective approach to personal and professional development.
• To participate constructively in a yearly annual appraisal.
• To undertake specific training to ensure knowledge remains updated

This job description reflects the present requirements of the post and will form the basis of performance appraisal.  As duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and necessary changes made with consultation.

Equality statement

Martin House is committed to providing care and improving services irrespective of race, ethnicity, disability, gender, religion or belief, age, marital status, or sexual orientation

Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults

Martin House is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with safer recruitment standards and successful applicants may be required to undertake a DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

All Martin House employees are expected to:

• Uphold the values of Martin House and behave in a professional manner at all times.
• Value equality and diversity and comply with relevant equality legislation.
• Attend 1:1s with their line manager, attend team meetings and annual appraisals.
• Take part in all relevant mandatory training and any other education and training considered necessary to carry out the role.
• Take responsibility for one’s own personal development.
• Cooperate with colleagues, encourage and support positive working relationships (both internally and externally) and foster a culture of respect and consideration at work.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with relevant individuals and groups, both internally and externally.
• Take responsibility for one’s own health and safety and the health and safety of others whilst at work, and comply with Health and Safety legislation.
• Comply with information governance requirements and maintain confidentiality at all times, as required.
• Work within all Martin House policies and procedures.
• Communicate a positive image of Martin House and protect its reputation.

Staff who support Martin House volunteers are expected to:

• Carry out effective inductions for new volunteers in your department
• Lead and guide volunteers, providing the support needed to maintain morale and enable them to work effectively
• Supervise your volunteers appropriately in their day to day work and actively work to recognise the work that they do
• Ensure your volunteers have access to some personal time with you on a regular basis
• Ensure that your volunteers have an annual opportunity to reflect on their volunteering role with you
• Support appropriate volunteer learning and development within your team
• Communicate effectively with your volunteer team, and in line with the Martin House Staff Charter
• Play a role in the recruitment of new volunteers within your area, once appropriate training has been given
• Manage performance issues with volunteers fairly and sensitively, taking advice from the HR department where appropriate

Playing a key role in the smooth running of the department and the HR functions across CMS, the Recruitment and HR Assistant will provide support to the Head of HR and operate processes for recruitment, contracts, HR systems and administration.

The post holder will support the attraction, engagement, development and retention of excellent employees and cross team working to fulfil CMS’s global mission. They will work closely with other support services such as finance and ICT to ensure systems and processes are effectively managed, as well as encouraging a climate of collaborative relationship between staff at all levels. 

This is a six months fixed-term, full-time role of 35 hours a week with a starting salary of £24,670–£26,135 per annum, depending on experience, and a generous pension scheme contribution.

It is essential that the post holder is educated to at least A-level with at least two years’ HR administrative/recruitment experience, excellent people skills with a warm approach and experience of database management. It is also a requirement for this post holder to be in sympathy with the aims and values of CMS.

It is a fixed-term role as CMS is going through a strategic review to re-define our purpose and be even more effective in God’s mission.

Further details can be found on the job description and person specification available to download below.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications:

Midnight on Sunday 10 October

Interviews will be held on Monday 18 October 2021 at CMS House, Oxford

As an equal opportunities employer, we particularly welcome applications from individuals from minority groups as they are currently underrepresented within our organisation. All appointments are made on merit of skill, experience and potential as laid down in the job description and person specification.

We’re seeking an Executive Assistant for a maternity cover position. The position is due to start in mid-November and is likely to be for a fixed period of 9-12 months. This is a crucial role where you play a key part in developing and supporting our charity and strengthening our administration and governance.

You will be providing flexible assistance primarily to our CEO, in the planning and delivery of their workload. You will also provide administrative support to the Management Team, Trustee Board and other structured groups which shape the charity’s strategy and activities, for example our Clinical Advisory Group. As such, the post holder will have the opportunity to work with the entire Student Minds team and a variety of stakeholders across the health and higher education sectors.

This role requires flexibility, initiative and discretion. You should be highly organised and proactive with strong people and communication skills. The ideal candidate is a ‘safe pair of hands’ who builds good relationships with others and is able to be efficient without compromising standards. In return we offer a role which is interesting, rewarding and varied within a supportive organisation. 

Prospectus is pleased to be partnering with ScotsCare as they seek to recruit an experienced Executive Assistant to provide support to the CEO and Board of ScotsCare and their sub-committees.

This role is being offered on a Part-Time basis, 2 days per week.

For over 400 years ScotsCare has been providing support during times of need, hardship and distress to 1st and 2nd generation Scots living in London. They offer a range of services - from grants and training to housing and social events.

As the Executive Assistant, you will provide administrative support to the Trustees and ensure the smooth running of the board and committee administration as well collate and issue papers for board meetings. You will also support the CEO and committee chairs in ensuring adherence to the charity's governance framework, maintain a central and up-to-date register of key governance documents. A key part of this role is to also ensure the charity's compliance with GDPR regulations and maintain and update the charity's risk register.

The successful candidate will be an experienced executive assistant with previous experience supporting at CEO and or board level. You will be well practiced in arranging and preparing for high level meetings, preparing briefs and drafting responses as well as have excellent attention to detail and minute taking experience. It is expected you will take a proactive approach to working and be a self-starter with the ability to manage deadlines.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.

Please initially apply with a Word Copy of your CV - more information about the role and the organisation will be provided to suitable candidates.