Based in any UK office (Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, London or Manchester)

Fixed term contract for 6 months

Part time – 25 hours pw

Based in any UK Office (Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, London or Manchester)

This role is being created through the Government Kickstart scheme. To qualify for the role, you must be aged between 18-24 years old on 1st July 2021 and currently unemployed and on Universal Credit - unfortunately we are not able to open this role to 16 and 17 years olds at this time. You will be given a reference number from your DWP work coach to include in your application.

Background:

At Save the Children. Together, we fight for children every single day so that they can make their mark on the world and build a better future. This role will be based in our Policy Advocacy and Campaigns department which is responsible for influencing debates, government policies and public opinions to help ensure we're winning change for children.

Job Purpose:

We are looking for an individual to join us for 6 months as a Social Media Assistant in Save the Children's Media & Corporate Communications Department.

The Social Media Assistant will support the social media squad in producing world class content for Save the Children's social media channels in order to build Save the Children's brand and drive impactful campaigns. This will include writing copy, scheduling posts, editing film/photos, data visualisations and broadcasting live social content. 

We're looking for someone who lives and breathes digital content, and will bring fresh ideas and enthusiasm to tell the stories of children in the most impactful and innovative ways. You'll also gain production experience working across editing software as the Adobe Creative Cloud platform including Premier Pro, After Effects and Photoshop.

Key Accountabilities:

• Support the team to plan and deliver compelling innovative digital content for Save the Children's Social Media Channels including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
• Write copy/schedule posts including text, video and photo for use across Save the Children's channels
• Take ownership of the social media calendar; scheduling and publishing content across all social media platforms
• Stay up to date on social media trends, ideate original and innovative concepts for social media channel
• Report on the performance of Save the Children's social media channels
• Support Videographers/Photographers on Save the Children shoots where needed.
• Develop skills on Adobe Creative Cloud editing software including InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop.

In this placement, you'll be based in our social media squad. Our squads are teams that bring together colleagues from across Save the Children to work together on areas of work to challenge the government to tackle key issues like protecting children in conflict, that our international aid budget is used to help children around the world and helping to reduce child poverty. 

It's a role created to give variety and experience of working in the charitable sector, so during your time with us you'll be supporting the team to undertake a range of projects and tasks to help ensure we are securing change, this could include carrying out research projects, organising meetings, taking minutes and notes, communicating with supporters and other staff, developing creative content and ideas, and helping to monitor and evaluate the work we're doing.

Positive attitude, flexibility, and an interest in learning will be key elements in making the role work, and you'll also need a willingness to work positively with others from across the organisation.

We're looking for someone who is committed to the vision, mission, values and approach of Save the Children, and who is happy to follow our policies around safeguarding, managing risk and our code of conduct.

In return we'll provide you with training in all aspects of the role, as well as weekly programme of sessions which we'd design for you to help build your wider skills and experience.

Essential Technical Competencies:

• Great customer service and administration skills
• Good working knowledge of computer software systems (e.g. Microsoft Office)
• Good literacy skills

Behavioural Compete

• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Interest in learning
• Organisation
• Professionalism and work ethic
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Willingness to work positively with others

In your application we'd encourage you to show us how you can work effectively with people from a range backgrounds, your interest in the issues that Save the Children focuses, and if you have any, your previous volunteer experience of charity fundraising, campaigning, and volunteering.

If you have a disability, wellbeing or mental health issue, we can help you by making reasonable adjustments to remove or reduce barriers you might be facing in submitting your application.

Remote Working:

The majority of SCUK employees are currently working remotely within the UK in line with UK Government guidance. Commencing July 2021 we will transition to flexible and hybrid ways of working (i.e. a mixture of remote/home and office-based working) as social distancing restrictions ease.

We are happy tdiscuss flexible working options at interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

Save the Children UK is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work both external and internal. We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds. 

Fixed term contract for 6 months

Part time – 25 hours pw

Cardiff

This role is being created through the Government Kickstart scheme. To qualify for the role, you must be aged between 18-24 years old on 1st July and currently unemployed and on Universal Credit - unfortunately we are not able to open this role to 16 and 17 year olds at this time. You will be given a reference number from your DWP work coach to include in your application.

Background:

At Save the Children, we think that every child has the right to a safe and happy childhood, ensuring that they have the best start in life, so that they can make their mark on the world and build a better future.

In this role you will be working as part of the UK Impact Team to reduce the number of children growing up in poverty and help to tackle the impact poverty has on children's early lives.

Job Purpose:

We are looking for someone who is interested in gaining experience of working in a charity to join us for 6 months as a Project Assistant to support our work. In this placement, you'll be based in the Wales Team. We're a small, friendly team with big ambitions, working to make real positive change for children that are growing up in poverty in Wales. We know we can't do this on our own , so we work with other people and organisations  to help reduce the number of children growing up in poverty. By working with families and partners in the community we ensure that children and families voices are heard, making sure the right changes are made so that all children can have what they need for the best start in life​

This is a role created to give variety and experience of working in the charitable sector, so during your time with you us you'll be supporting the team to undertake a range of projects and tasks, helping to make changes in children's lives.

Key Accountabilities:

• carrying out research projects
• organising meetings, taking minutes and notes
• developing creative content and ideas
• communicating with supporters and other staff
• helping to monitor and evaluate the work we're doing

Having a positive attitude, flexibility, and an interest in learning new skills will be key elements in making the role work, and you'll also need a willingness to work positively with others from across the organisation.

We're looking for someone who is interested in our work and committed to the vision, mission, values and approach of Save the Children, and who is happy to follow our policies around safeguarding and our code of conduct.

What we can do for you

In return we'll provide you with training in all aspects of the role, as well as a weekly programme of sessions which we'd design for you. The support we can offer will help to build your wider transferable skills in a range of areas and give you valuable experience of working in the charity sector.

If you are interested in the role please tell us more about yourself.

Essential Technical Competencies:

• Great customer service and administration skills
• Good working knowledge of computer software systems (e.g. Microsoft Office)
• Good literacy skills

Behavioural Competencies:

• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Interest in learning
• Organisation
• Professionalism and work ethic
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Willingness to work positively with others

In your application we'd encourage you to show us how you can work effectively with people from a range of backgrounds and what your interest is in the issues that Save the Children focuses on. We also would like to hear If you have any previous volunteering experience of fundraising, campaigning and volunteering, either in a charity setting or in your own community.

If you have a disability, wellbeing or mental health issue, we can help you by making reasonable adjustments to remove or reduce barriers you might be facing in submitting your application.

Remote Working:

The majority of SCUK employees are currently working remotely within the UK in line with UK Government guidance. Commencing July 2021 we will transition to flexible and hybrid ways of working (i.e. a mixture of remote/home and office-based working) as social distancing restrictions ease.

We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

Save the Children UK is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work both external and internal. We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds. 

Fixed term contract for 6 months

Part time – 25 hours pw

Based in any UK Office - Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh, London or Manchester

This role is being created through the Government Kickstart scheme. To qualify for the role, you must be aged between 18-24 years old on 1st July and currently unemployed and on Universal Credit - unfortunately we are not able to open this role to 16 and 17 years olds at this time. You will be given a reference number from your DWP work coach to include in your application.

Background:

At Save the Children. Together, we fight for children every single day so that they can make their mark on the world and build a better future. This role will be based in our Policy Advocacy and Campaigns department which is responsible for influencing debates, government policies and public opinions to help ensure we're winning change for children.

Job Purpose:

We are looking for an individual who is interested in gaining experience in working in the charitable sector to join us for 6 months as a Project Assistant to support our work.

In this placement, you'll be based in one of our squads, these are teams that bring together colleagues from across Save the Children to work together on areas of work like challenge the government to tackle issues like ensuring that all children are protected in conflict, addressing the poverty and injustices that children face around the world, or helping to reduce child poverty and make sure children get the best start in life here in the UK.

It's a role created to give variety and experience of working in the charitable sector, so during your time with you us you'll be supporting the team to undertake a range of projects and tasks to help to help to ensure we are securing change.

Key Accountabilities:

· Carrying out research projects

· Organising meetings, taking minutes and notes

· Communicating with supporters and other staff

· Developing creative content and ideas

· Helping to monitor and evaluate the work we're doing.

Positive attitude, flexibility, and an interest in learning will be key elements in making the role work, and you'll also need a willingness to work positively with others from across the organisation.

We're looking for someone who is committed to the vision, mission, values and approach of Save the Children, and who is happy to follow our policies around safeguarding, managing risk and our code of conduct.

In return we'll provide you with training in all aspects of the role, as well as weekly programme of sessions which we'd design for you to help build your wider skills and experience.

Essential Technical Competencies:

• Great customer service and administration skills
• Good working knowledge of computer software systems (e.g. Microsoft Office)
• Good literacy skills

Behavioural Competencies:

• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Interest in learning
• Organisation
• Professionalism and work ethic
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Willingness to work positively with others

In your application we'd encourage you to show us how you can work effectively with people from a range backgrounds, your interest in the issues that Save the Children focuses, and if you have any, your previous volunteer experience of charity fundraising, campaigning, and volunteering.

If you have a disability, wellbeing or mental health issue, we can help you by making reasonable adjustments to remove or reduce barriers you might be facing in submitting your application.

Remote Working:

The majority of SCUK employees are currently working remotely within the UK in line with UK Government guidance. Commencing July 2021 we will transition to flexible and hybrid ways of working (i.e. a mixture of remote/home and office-based working) as social distancing restrictions ease.

We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

Save the Children UK is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work both external and internal. We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds. 

Victim Support, South Wales Victim Focus is looking for a full-time Victim Focus Business Support Administrator based in Rumney, Cardiff.

This is a fixed term contract which is currently anticipated to come to an end December 2022.

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.

South Wales Victim Focus serves diverse communities, many of whom experience a range of barriers that may impact on their ability to cope and recover from what they have experienced. These can include financial distress; social isolation; reduced mobility; mental and physical health issues; substance use and lack of opportunity. South Wales Victim Focus aims to identify what matters to service users and empower them to take control of their journey. The nature of service required will vary depending on individual circumstances and will range from short term intervention to deal with specific issues to more regular on-going interventions addressing a range of needs and/or supporting individuals through a lengthy criminal justice process.

The purpose of this role is to provide administrative support to the South Wales Victim Focus Service.

The post holder will work within a team of staff and volunteers, with the main functions of their role to manage the day to day administration of the service and to ensure up to date and accurate recording of all information. Assistance with the volunteering recruitment as well as marketing and advertising the service across South Wales.

The ideal candidate will have a can do attitude and be ready to use their initiative to support a busy and evolving service in their vision to help victims cope and recover from their experiences.

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, 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 as A. In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form.

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 BAM

Front of House staff are responsible for the smooth running of operations, ensuring a high quality of customer experience.  As Front of House Assistant, you’ll be working within a small team in an incredible place, helping with the day-to-day running of our room hire service.  You’ll need strong attention to detail, and a positive ‘can do’ approach. Your duties will include (but are not limited to); setting up room hire with some heavy lifting, dealing with customers, taking payments and managing general enquiries.
 

This is a public-facing role, and you will represent Insole Court to all those who visit. You will be expected to multi-task; dealing with customers, phone enquiries, hirers, volunteers and staff. You’ll need to thrive in a busy environment.

Front of House staff are responsible for the smooth running of operations, ensuring a high quality of customer experience.  As Front of House Assistant, you’ll be working within a small team in an incredible place, helping with the day-to-day running of our room hire service.  You’ll need strong attention to detail, and a positive ‘can do’ approach. Your duties will include (but are not limited to); setting up room hire with some heavy lifting, dealing with customers, taking payments and managing general enquiries.
 

This is a public-facing role, and you will represent Insole Court to all those who visit. You will be expected to multi-task; dealing with customers, phone enquiries, hirers, volunteers and staff. You’ll need to thrive in a busy environment.

We are looking to recruit a Assistant Accountant based in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and this role will be based in our offices or at home, visiting London a few times a year if not based in the London office. 

Our finance team work right across the organisation to deliver efficient processes, excellent support and insightful financial reporting. The main purpose of this role is to support the Finance Business Partner and wider finance team with a range of activity including; budgeting and forecasting, financial/statutory reporting,  month and year end processes/reconciliations  and management accounts.

We are looking for a part qualified accountant or equivalent, with experience in working on year and month end routines . You’ll also need to be an efficient problem solver with a curious mind and ability to prioritise work and meet tight deadlines.

If you’re looking for a role with development potential, in a creative working environment with a great mix of people then apply now! 

Closing date: 5th November 2021

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and a vibrant organisational culture.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are especially keen to encourage applications from people currently under-represented in the environment movement.

Friends of the Earth is an international community dedicated to protecting the natural world and the wellbeing of everyone in it. We lead campaigns, provide resources and information, and drive real solutions to the environmental problems facing us all.

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Our Financial Planning & Analysis team are looking for someone who is enthusiastic to become the new Assistant Finance Manager working with the Operations and Commercial teams.

The Financial Planning & Analysis function is responsible for strategic, commercial financial advice and financial performance management for the Trust including management accounting, financial bid support, budgeting, and forecasting activities. The team provide key analysis and insights for budget holders and senior leaders to inform decision making and drive effective, sustainable, and commercial planning.

This role has responsibility for commercial advice to management teams, input into business planning & budgeting, monitoring of financial, contractual, and operational performance, challenging senior teams as appropriate. Review of contract income accruals / deferrals, support for smaller local bids. Training budget holders to improve financial management & accuracy of monthly management accounts. The role will be responsible for the management of restricted funds locally. Knowledge of financial management within a charity is desirable.

You will initially be based from home and then based at one of our key centres with the opportunity to work flexibly. There will also be opportunities for you to work with Young People and witness the fantastic work of the Trust. 

Catering Assistants x5
Reference: OCT20212420
Location: Newport Wetlands, Wales
Salary: £9.21 - £10.21 per hour
Benefits: Pension, Life Assurance, 26 days Annual Leave (pro rata)
Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time – working on average between 20 and 25 hours per week. This role includes regular weekend and bank holiday working.

At RSPB Cymru, we care about food as well as about Nature. We believe that great food can taste delicious, do us good and doesn't harm the planet. Would you like to be a part of this and join our team working at Newport Wetlands Visitor Centre?

The Visitor Centre, gateway to the Newport Wetlands National Nature Reserve, is a great place to visit year-round and worth a trip whatever the weather. Visitors enjoy food made with the best of local ingredients, sourced from local producers wherever possible. 

Our café is not just about serving great food and giving first class service - it’s about saving wildlife too by directly contributing to the charity’s objectives through the income you help generate in the café.

You will be motivated and a customer-pleaser, being a forward-thinking team player, who leads by example, delighting every customer.

You will work with the site's Catering Manager and the Assistant Catering Manager to run the Coffee Shop. 

Essential skills, knowledge and experience:

• Maintaining the highest standards of customer service
• Enjoy working as part of a supportive and positive team
• Able to communicate effectively & manage and respond quickly and positively to customer needs and feedback
• Confident in the use of till systems and payment processes
• Keen to learn new skills and undertake training
• Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of food hygiene
• Able to work on own initiative and under pressure

Desirable qualifications:

• An intermediate food hygiene certificate level 2, although training will be given.

The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Closing Date: Tuesday 9th November 2021

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the button to be directed to our website

LOCATION:  London, Cardiff, or remote within UK (Currently all our staff are working at home and can attend offices on an optional basis.) 

Are you looking for an entry level role within a busy communications team? Do you have excellent organisation and administration skills and are eager to learn more about communications and engagement?

We are looking for a temporary Communications Assistant to join the Policy Engagement and Communications team at this exciting time. There will be lots of variety in this role, and you will work closely with the team to support with the development of key communications assets. You will play a key role in supporting the development of Elrha’s brand and policy narrative to showcase our impact and influence. As well as extending our reach and audience engagement so our research and innovation can make a difference to people in crises settings.

You will be joining an ambitious team at a time of new opportunity within Elrha, as we embark on developing our new strategy. You will work closely with colleagues, writing copy, supporting our external outsourcing of work, and setting up processes to assist with our new ways of working. You will need to be social media proficient, a confident writer, and happy to use your initiative to complete a wide variety of tasks from identifying key influencers or platforms, to analysing communications metrics. You will advocate for diversity, authenticity and accessibility at the heart of all our communications.

You will need to demonstrate the following in your application:

• Strong communication skills, with excellent verbal and written skills
• Good familiarity with social media channels and how they are used by different actors
• A solutions focused approach with the ability to think creatively 
• Ability to work collaboratively and inclusively to build strong and mutually beneficial working relationships
• A confidence and willingness to take initiative and develop positive solutions

If you are passionate about developing your communications skills and gain experience supporting the humanitarian community and those affected by crises, then join us to help create positive change in the humanitarian sector - and we’ll give you every opportunity to succeed.

Please review the full job description for further details. Please ensure you tailor your CV to highlight appropriate skills and experience to the role and complete the personal statement to explain how you feel you meet the requirements of the role and why you feel this is the next career move for you.

About Elrha 

Elrha is a global charity that finds solutions to complex humanitarian problems through research and innovation. We fund and support projects that go on to shape the way in which people across the world are supported during a crisis. We are based in the UK, but our roles have a global reach. We’re an established and respected part of the humanitarian community, working closely and meaningfully with our fellow networks and actors to make change happen.

Elrha is a wholly owned subsidiary of Save the Children. We are able to benefit from a range of support services provided by Save the Children UK, including recruitment systems. For this reason you will be directed to Save the Children UK’s job portal upon clicking ‘apply’.

Remote Working 

Elrha employees are currently working remotely within the UK in line with UK Government guidance. In early 2022 we will transition to flexible and hybrid ways of working (i.e. a mixture of remote/home and office-based working) as social distancing restrictions ease. 

We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion 

Elrha is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work both external and internal. We strive to be an inclusive employer and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups such as returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people who are LGBT+, from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, with a disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, with caring responsibilities, from different nations and regions, and from less advantaged socioeconomic backgrounds.

Benefits 

Elrha also has a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday entitlement which increases year on year, 5% employer pension contribution (3% employee contribution) and life cover.

Pre-employment Checks 

We have a responsibility to ensure that all our employees have the right to work in the UK before and during their employment. Proof of right to work will not be undertaken at the initial stage but all necessary checks to confirm the eligibility to work in the UK will take place prior to employment. 

Any Employment with Elrha will also be subject to the following checks prior to your start date: 

• a satisfactory police record check to include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and/or an International Criminal Record Check (If applicable)
• receipt of satisfactory references 

Closing date:  7 November 2021
Interviews: w/c 22 November 2021

Start date: As soon as practical

The Mental Health Foundation is recruiting for a Research Assistant to support our Wellbeing for those seeking sanctuary in Wales Project.  This is a part time role for two days per week and is fixed term until August 2023.

Starting salary £25,000 rising to £28,000 (pro rata)

The Mental Health Foundation is the UK’s leading charity for everyone’s mental health.  We are home to Mental Health Awareness Week and, with prevention at the heart of what we do, we aim to find and address the sources of mental health problems so that people and communities can thrive.

Our focus is on three key areas:

1. Impact

We systematically consider how to scale ideas informed by evidence.  We build partnerships and alliances that increase the impact and reach of our work.

2. Influence

We harness evidence and the voice of lived experience to advocate for preventive approaches and create campaigns which tackle the root causes of poor mental health. 

3. Integrity

We continue to build a strong organisation that lives its values - that is open, kind, outward-looking and sustainable.

We have pioneered change for 70 years and we are not afraid to challenge the status quo. Come join us!

This exciting Research Assistant role will assist the research and project team to make sure the activities are supported by relevant research, and to collect data throughout the project to support the evaluation report. The Wellbeing for those seeking sanctuary in Wales project looks to increase relevant, coproduced resources and peer support opportunities for individuals seeking sanctuary to increase their wellbeing. This will be achieved through a scoping review, co-production workshops and empowering individuals with lived experience to lead peer support opportunities.

What does the role involve?

• Assisting the project and research teams to contribute to the delivery of the Foundation’s strategic objectives
• Supporting the gathering of data throughout the project to inform future aspects of the project
• Supporting the evaluation of the Wellbeing for those seeking Sanctuary in Wales Project by taking responsibility for this with the support of senior staff
• Assisting in the preparation of research outputs, including reports, peer-reviewed publications and presentations

What skills, knowledge and experience are we looking for?

• Demonstrable experience of having taken part in research projects and being familiar with the design of a project, data collection, data management, analysis, and write-up
• Ability to work positively as part of a team and communicate effectively with a variety of internal and external audiences
• Demonstrable understanding of the lived experience of seeking Sanctuary in the UK

Why should you join the Mental Health Foundation?

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 27 after 5 years’ service

• 3 closure days between Christmas and New Year
• Up to 3 wellbeing days per annum
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous non-contributory pension scheme, 8% at 3 months service, rising to 10% at 6 months service employer contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme at four times annual salary
• Flexible working
• Season Ticket Loan
• Cycle to work scheme

Please note that for safeguarding purposes, all our roles require a DBS check.  Also, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. 

How to apply

If you think your skills match and you’d like to be part of a dynamic and growing organisation, please complete and send your application form via our website (along with a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form).  Please note that all sections of the application form should be completed as CVs will not be accepted.  Applications will close at 5pm on Monday 8th November.  Interviews are planned for Tuesday 23rd November 2021.

Diversity is greatly valued at the Foundation.  Applications from all sections of the community are actively encouraged.  If you have a disability, require any additional support or have any questions regarding the role, please contact us via our website.

Due to Covid-19 and until further notice, we are operating digital recruitment (including interviews via video conferencing) and on-boarding processes.  We are blending office and homeworking until further notice.

We look forward to hearing from you!

YMCA is currently recruiting a Van Driver’s Assistant to work across some of our 100 charity shops across England and Wales.

What you can expect:

- A stimulating, varied role, working with the Area Manager and Store Managers to undertake collections and deliveries, and ensure compliance with health and safety policies and procedures

- The opportunity to serve as a liaison between the Area Manager and Store Managers, and to establish the very best in customer service

- Competitive pay and generous allowances regarding holidays, healthcare, pensions, life assurance and maternity/paternity/adoption leave, employee assistance programme, annual season ticket loan* and subsidised gym membership* (*upon successful completion of probation)

What is expected from you:

- Proven experience in carrying and loading goods

- Strong understanding of health and safety procedures

- Committed to going above and beyond when it comes to customer service

- Self-motivation and determination to be successful

- Weekend and bank holiday work also required

Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, who are currently under-represented throughout YMCA England & Wales. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.

YMCA is currently recruiting a Van Driver’s Assistant to work across some of our 100 charity shops across England and Wales.

What you can expect:

- A stimulating, varied role, working with the Area Manager and Store Managers to undertake collections and deliveries, and ensure compliance with health and safety policies and procedures

- The opportunity to serve as a liaison between the Area Manager and Store Managers, and to establish the very best in customer service

- Competitive pay and generous allowances regarding holidays, healthcare, pensions, life assurance and maternity/paternity/adoption leave, employee assistance programme, annual season ticket loan* and subsidised gym membership* (*upon successful completion of probation)

What is expected from you:

- Proven experience in carrying and loading goods

- Strong understanding of health and safety procedures

- Committed to going above and beyond when it comes to customer service

- Self-motivation and determination to be successful

- Weekend and bank holiday work also required

Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, who are currently under-represented throughout YMCA England & Wales. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.

YMCA is currently recruiting a Store Manager to work in one of our 100 charity shops across England and Wales.

What you can expect:

- A stimulating, varied role, working with the Assistant Store Manager to drive sales and income and maximise profits from donated sales, Gift Aid, and other promotions

- The opportunity to build and support an outstanding team of volunteers, to generate great stock, and to establish the very best in customer service

- Competitive pay and generous allowances regarding holidays, healthcare, pensions, life assurance and maternity/paternity/adoption leave, employee assistance programme, annual season ticket loan* and subsidised gym membership* (*upon successful completion of probation)

What is expected from you:

- Solid retail experience working to sales and other targets

- Experience of recruiting and managing a volunteer team would be a bonus

- Committed to going above and beyond when it comes to customer service

- Self-motivation and determination to be successful

- Experience of working with volunteers would be a bonus

- Weekend and bank holiday work also required

Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, who are currently under-represented throughout YMCA England & Wales. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Recruitment Officer and Team Administrator to join our People Team and help improve the effectiveness, impact and diversity of our people. We are looking for candidates across England, Wales and Northern Ireland and this role will be based in our offices or at home, visiting London a few times a year if not based in the London office. 

This is a key front-line role within the team which will work in partnership with key stakeholders, including taking the lead on all recruitment related activities on a day-to-day basis from post and advert approval through selection to offer stage and undertaking all relevant pre-employment checks for appointed candidates. 
 
The post holder will additionally contribute to providing administrative support to the wider HR and Learning and Development team. 
 
This is a very busy role, so excellent planning, multi-tasking, time management, administrative skills and PC skills are key. 
 
If you’re looking for a role with development potential, in a creative working environment with a great mix of people then apply now!  
 
Closing Date:  18th November 2021
 
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and a vibrant organisational culture. 
 
We are an equal opportunities employer and are especially keen to encourage applications from people currently under-represented in the environment movement, including people from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and disabled people and other marginalised or oppressed communities 
 
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