Closing date: 20th February 2022.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated individual, to take on an exciting opportunity in the role of Assistant Support Worker at Crichton House which provides various outreach services to homeless people including outreach support, accommodation and floating support.

This role is a unique opportunity for those looking to begin a career within homeless services. Housing First provides permanent housing directly to street homeless individuals with ongoing assertive but flexible support, with a strong focus on harm reduction and sustainable tenancy within the community.

The project adheres to the following Housing First principles;

1. People have a right to a home
2. Flexible support is provided for as long as it is needed
3. Housing and support are separated
4. The service is targeted at people who have been able to succeed through other housing options.
5. Individuals have choice and control
6. An active engagement approach is used
7. A harm reduction approach to substance is used
8. The service is delivered in a trauma informed, psychologically informed and gendered informed way that is sensitive to peoples characteristics.
9. The service is based on people’s strengths, goals and aspirations
10. The widest range of service is involved from the onset. Working collaboratively, is key.

Key Responsibilities:

The Housing First Assistant Support Worker will work with homeless people to gain and sustain permanent accommodation. Support is life-long and provided intensively for as long as is required. The Housing First Assistant Support Worker will work as part of a small experienced team, empowering clients to achieve improvements in all areas of their wellbeing.

The successful candidate(s) will be able to demonstrate:

• Motivation towards supporting vulnerable clients to achieve focussed and positive life outcomes.
• Good customer service and time management skills with ability to prioritise workload
• Demonstrate values of integrity and accountability within working practice

In return we offer 25 days annual leave + bank holidays; a contributory pension scheme; season ticket loan and an employee assistance programme.

Appointment subject to Satisfactory References, Proof of right to work in the UK and DBS check.

CVs will not be accepted.

Promoting equality in the workplace.

Safer Wales StreetLife Project Worker -This vacancy is only open to female applicants as an occupational requirement exception under Sch 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

Based: Safer Wales Cardiff Office, when meeting clients other travel is expected.

Salary Scale: MS3 £23,594.25 -£24,324.03 - £25,076.32 pro rata

Hours per week: 21.75 hours per week 3 days (possibility to increase to 5 days per week) Contract Length: Fixed term basis to 31st March 2023 - may be extended subject to funding.  Subject to enhanced DBS and satisfactory references.

Closing date : 13 Feb 2022  Interviews held on 21,22 Feb  2022

Safer Wales is an independent charity whose mission is to support, protect and empower groups of people that are often invisible in society.

Our dedicated team of staff and volunteers has helped protect tens of thousands of people of all ages, genders and backgrounds, including victims of domestic violence, sex workers, hate crime victims and ex-offenders.

Streetlife is our flagship harm reduction project which provides exit routes, advice, support and information to women who are trapped in prostitution, exploitation and violence.

We are now recruiting for a Project Worker to help us deliver this vital service to women. Are you empathetic, flexible, a strong communicator and able to work well within a team? Then we’d love to hear from you.

The service elements for which the post-holder will be responsible are:

• Service Delivery
• Client Management
• Multi-Agency Partnership working
• Supporting Safer Wales with future development of our services

Go to our website to download a full job description and application form.

Bedford Foodbank is an independent charity, proud to be a member of the Trussell Trust Foodbank network. Bedford Foodbank Shares the Vision of The Trussell Trust. For a UK without the need of Foodbanks; until this happens, we are here to support vulnerable people living in the Borough of Bedford, by providing emergency food and signposting. We have a high profile in Bedford and are well supported in the town by volunteers and donations.

Job Description 

To oversee the operation of Bedford Foodbank,with concern for it's operational efficiency and sandards in accordance with The Trussell Trust network model. Inpartnership with the management team and Board of Trustee: guide the development of the Foodbank project,including it's material resources, finanicial assets, reputation, partnerships and volunteer body.

Our operation is based in Manton Industrial Estate Bedford, where we store, sort and pack food ready to go out to our 7 Distribution centers; run Mon - Fri pm. 

We are looking for someone to join our team who is passionate, energetic and a hard working individual who can self manage and oversee the day to day management of the Foodbank processes. It would be desirable but not essential to have experience working or volunteering in an organisationthat deploys volunteers. 

Henna is looking for someone who is a quick learner and takes their own initiative. Its a 12 month contract with the possibility to extend - subject to funding. Alternative flexible working options available/open to discussion.

Job Summary

The Assistant Head of Operations post will support the Senior Leadership Team in overseeing the highest quality services across the organisation’s delivery areas. They will be responsible for and support the operational leadership and management of allocated service areas and report to the Senior Leadership Team on cross organisational matters in relation to effective, safe and highest-quality provision.

Job Purpose

To provide the highest standards of strategic leadership & operational management of allocated Advocacy, Carers and Therapy service areas delivered by Gaddum to the diverse populations across Greater Manchester.

The Assistant Head of Operations will have responsibility for:

• Supporting and contributing to the organisation’s forthcoming Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy review.
• Operational leadership of assigned service management portfolio.
• Leading and advising on recruitment in line with policies and procedures.
• Project Managing programmes of work that are vital for Gaddum’s growth, performance and quality.
• Implementing, overseeing and leading on key areas in relation to Health & Safety, Safeguarding and HR matters relating to their service areas and as required on a wider organisational basis.
• Ensuring strict adherence to, and proactive approaches for, monitoring and reporting in all elements of contract and internal performance indicators.
• Deputising for assigned Head of Operation responsibilities as required.

Born out of the local Trade Union movement, DUWC is one of the most innovative campaigning advice centres in the country. We are looking for an assistant co-ordinator to transform the organisations social media presence, connect, recruit and organise training for volunteers as well as having responsibility for overseeing the administrative functions of the organisation.

The Assistant Co-ordinator will deputise for the Co-ordinator in his/her absence in the overall strategic management of the service.

Candidates will be selected on the basis of meeting the immediate requirements of the post in terms of proven skills, knowledge and experience.  The Centre is looking to reach out under-represented groups in our organisation with austerity and the pandemic disproportionately affecting women and young people.

Do you thrive in a varied environment where you are juggling different topics? Are you happy combining meticulous administrative work with bigger projects and strategic thinking? Do you want to work for a campaigning human rights organisation? We’re offering a rewarding opportunity for a highly motivated and efficient person to work as Assistant to the Executive Director of Survival International.

This is a fascinating role where you will have insight into all aspects of the operation of a mid-sized, international campaigning organisation, and the chance to make a significant impact on our crucial work to uphold Indigenous Peoples’ rights. The right candidate will be able to develop the role in line with their strengths. Previous holders of this position have gone on to varied roles inside and outside Survival, and include the current Executive Director.  

The role encompasses a wide variety of tasks, subject to change as the organization evolves, and as the post-holder develops their skills. The following list is not exhaustive; but please note that this role will combine routine administrative support alongside other, more varied projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative support

• Manage the Director’s schedule and calendar, and support travel arrangements.
• Manage the flow of documents and processes needing sign off by the Director (and, on occasion, other departments), ensuring no bottlenecks arise.
• Organize our biweekly (virtual) global staff meeting, our annual global staff gathering (once Covid precautions allow), and other internal events.
• Administer our board of trustees, including sharing relevant information, arranging meetings, preparing relevant papers, taking minutes, etc.
• Provide some basic HR support, including sending reminders on annual processes, keeping internal records up to date, and supporting recruitment as needed.
• Support the Director and leadership team with other administrative tasks as they arise.

Communications and relationship management

• Maintain relationships with high-value donors and support the Director in maintaining communications with these donors, and with high-profile / celebrity supporters (in coordination with Head of PR).
• Deal with email correspondence for the Director, and assist the Supporter Services department with more complicated correspondence requiring Director input.
• Serve as an internal communications focal point for the organization, sharing updates and organizational priorities with all staff as needed.
• Help to manage our intranet and ensure it is kept up to date.
• Lead production of our annual report.
• Possibly manage any future Executive Director social media channels.

Project management

• Coordinate between departments and act as a focal point when the organization as a whole is planning major events, initiatives or reactions to external happenings.
• Provide coordination or other support for major projects, as these arise and in line with the strengths of the post-holder.

SKILLS, ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE

Required

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage processes meticulously.
• Excellent personal and networking skills, and the ability to build strong relationships.
• Ability to plan and prioritize effectively; strong time management.
• Flexibility and the demonstrated ability to manage a varied workload.
• Good written and oral English, and numeracy.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with absolute discretion.
• A desire to serve the cause of Indigenous Peoples’ rights.
• Commitment to Survival International's vision, mission, and values.
• Availability for occasional travel.

Preferred

At least one (or more!) of the following would greatly strengthen your candidacy, although the job can evolve in line with the particular skills and interests of the successful candidate, and we are willing to consider supporting an excellent candidate in developing their skills in areas of interest to them.

• Outstanding writing, editing or copy-editing skills.
• Competence in any of Survival’s other working languages (Spanish, French, Portuguese, Italian, German, Hindi, Oriya).
• Skills and experience in training and/or meeting facilitation, (including virtual).
• Visual / graphic design skills.

WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU?

When you join Survival International, you’re getting more than just a career: you’re gaining a unique opportunity to join an exciting and unique campaigning organization. You will be working with an international team of passionate people who really care about human rights and want to change the status quo.

Being part of such a small (but growing!) team offers the opportunity for real variety in your day-to-day work and the development of your role.

We have generous annual leave (25 days plus bank holidays) and a cycle to work scheme.

Salary range: £26,000-£28,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours of work: This is a full-time position (Monday – Friday, 10am – 6pm)
Location: London head office, with remote working*

*Although we are currently working remote due to Covid restrictions, this role will require presence in our London office. You will need to be within commuting distance and prepared to travel to the London office regularly once Covid allows.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

Survival is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and actively welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We will not discriminate on the basis of any aspect of your identity.

TIMELINE AND PROCEDURE

Close date for applications: 7 February 2022
Interviews: Beginning March 2022
To apply: Please visit our website for instructions and the application form

This is a reopening of a previous advert for this same position, advertised in November 2020. If you applied then, there is no need to reapply. Your application has been gratefully received and will be considered.

Please note: Candidates must have permission to work in the United Kingdom.

A vacancy has arisen for an AOM within our existing operations management team, so we are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic individual who feels passionate about food poverty and food waste in Wales to fill the role of Assistant Operations Manager. The purpose of the role will be to co-ordinate the day-to-day operations, supervise a large team of volunteers and ensure the ongoing success of the FareShare Cymru in South Wales.   

The Secretary General is the CEO of the Archbishops’ Council charity (Secretary General of the Archbishops’ Council, Secretary to the General Synod and Secretary to the House of Bishops). He supports the Archbishops, Bishops, General Synod and all the arms of the Church in furthering its mission.

He is also Secretary General of the General Synod of the Church of England which is the legislative body of the Church of England, made up of three houses – The House of Bishops, Clergy and Laity.

Introduction

This is an essential role in the Secretary General’s Office, providing executive assistance and office management to and for the Secretary General and his Private Secretary.

With the opportunity to provide support in all areas including making practical arrangements for meetings and visits, you will act as the first point of contact for the Secretary General’s Office, triaging all correspondence and dealing sensitively and intelligently with a variety of telephone enquiries.

With experience of executive level office management and administrative support, you will have a confident and proactive approach and the sensitivity and good judgement to deal with urgent, confidential and complex matters.

We are taking a flexible approach to work, with many colleagues opting for a hybrid approach to their working week, with a mixture of home and office-based working. Further details will be discussed at interview.

Interviews will be held on the 17th February 2022.

In return we offer a unique environment with opportunities for continuous learning, generous annual leave for work life balance, season ticket loans and a range of benefits including discounted entry to attractions and what we feel is a market leading package when it comes to our pension scheme.

Are you looking for an opportunity where your skills will make a difference in helping to end

homelessness and rebuild lives?

About the role

The Facilities Team provide support to our Head Office at Tower Hill and other offices in London, ensuring that our colleagues there have comfortable, safe and fit-for-purpose spaces in which they can work. We’re a busy team of five, often juggling conflicting priorities and working to deadlines and we’ll also be managing contracts and the archiving function, as well as monitoring Health and Safety and preventative and planned maintenance.

What we’re looking for

Do you have a positive outlook, warm and cheerful demeanour, and the ability to relate to people at all levels? If so, we are looking for a personable and hands-on Facilities Assistant to join our team, based at Tower Hill, but also working at other London locations.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is customer focused, resilient, proactive and has attention to detail. You’ll need to be flexible, able to work on your own initiative, and have great communication skills to succeed in this role.

You’ll also be covering a reception function, so excellent customer service skills are essential, as well as a great telephone manner, alongside this you will act as a fire marshal and first aider. The post holder will often be juggling varying demands so the ability to remain calm under pressure and prioritise is also important.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities

St Mungo’s employees are encouraged to consider opportunities to develop new skills or progress including; secondments, internal transfers, application to new roles in the organisation or just to get involved in various projects happening within the organisation.

As a result last year 35% of our vacancies were filled by promotions. In 2019 we achieved We Invest in People Gold level accreditation and are one of just 3% of housing associations to achieve this standard; 82% of staff who took part in the IIP survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.

• A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place

At St Mungo’s is a Disability Confident Employer, we are in the top 100 of Stonewall’s Workplace Equality Index 2020 and we are. Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work.

We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 8 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves. Our Networks include: BAME, Carers and Parents, Lived Experience, LGBTQIA+, Disability Awareness, South West, Irish and Women’s Action.

• Flexible Working and Other Benefits

We are committed to maintaining your work/life balance. We offer 25 days annual leave, and operate a very popular Flexi Time scheme, which allows you to supplement your annual leave entitlement. After 5 years, staff annual leave entitlement increases to 28 days.

St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.

What we do

At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 we supported nearly 30,000 people who were either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.

How to apply

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website. 

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document available’ tab at the top of the advert page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 18th February 2022

Interview and assessments on: 7th March 2022

Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.

Want to use your skills in organisation and support to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene normal for everyone everywhere?

WaterAid is looking for a Media Team Assistant to help our award-winning media team drive its high-quality impact.

Your calm and organised, creative approach, ability to juggle different tasks and good humour will help the team plan stand-out stunts, manage relationships with celebrity supporters, work on global media campaigns, run the press team social media accounts, monitor our impact, help team members with their overseas travel and much, much more. Your work will be unpredictable, often fun, always hugely valued by the team and for the right candidate would offer a great chance for career development.

This is a fixed term position, initially for the duration of one year.

Salary: £22,382 with excellent benefits

How to apply

Please apply by submitting your CV and a cover letter into one document. Applications will close one minute before midnight on 13th February 2022. Availability for interview is required in w/c 21 February.

The WaterAid Global media team is always busy, juggling lots of different projects at the same time. Every day brings new challenges and we need a proactive and efficient Media Team Assistant to help the team with a wide range of tasks from finding props for a media stunt to helping the team with overseas travel plans; liaising with celebrity agents to keeping our admin processes up to date and helping with our media monitoring and evaluation work.

You'll be focal point for our social media; finding out relevant news in the showbiz world, which journalists are writing on issues important to us and drafting media content such as press releases. An important part of your job will be to support our Celebrity Manager in her work, driving impact and media coverage across the organisation.

To be successful, you'll need:

• A calm, approachable and open disposition.
• Proven experience of working in an administrative capacity preferably in a busy office environment.
• Excellent time management & ability to organise and prioritise a busy workload and to work to tight or conflicting deadlines.
• Good communication & listening skills, the ability to network and form effective relationships with a variety of groups and individuals.
• Resilience to deal with difficult situations when these arise including effective management of stakeholder/ team expectations and needs.
• Self-starter, ability to problem solve and demonstrate a confident and can-do attitude
• Ability to work effectively on own initiative as well as part of a team

To see the full job pack, please click 'Apply'.

Other Information

WaterAid benefits include:

• 36 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days annual leave
• We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%
• Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangements
• Season Ticket Loan
• Free annual eye tests
• Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave.
• Sabbaticals
• Volunteer Day 

Please note that we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. In order to apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK.

WaterAid is currently located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base. Due to current restrictions on office capacity the majority of our staff are working from home. All aspects of this including how we are supporting homeworking and the office transition will be discussed at the interview stage with you.

WaterAid is committed to ensuring that wherever we work in the world there is no tolerance for the abuse of power, privilege or trust. WaterAid reinforces a culture of zero tolerance towards any form of inappropriate behaviour, abuse, harassment, or exploitation of any kind. The safeguarding of our beneficiaries, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf, is our top priority and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously.

All staff and volunteers are required to share in this commitment through our Global Code of Conduct. We will conduct the most appropriate pre-employment references and checks to ensure high standards are maintained. WaterAid is an?equal opportunities, disability-confident employer and committed to achieving the highest standards of diversity, fairness and equality. Should you have a disability and require any additional support, please contact us.

“This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults with care and support needs and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment”

Due to an increasing demand for our service, we have several Talkback Equip Project Worker vacancies to deliver a range of services to our students with learning disability and/or autism. Within the Equip Project, you will work closely with local Further Education colleges by supporting young people to meet the outcomes on their Education, Health & Care Plans (EHCP). For some of our learners we provide 1:1 support in college, in order to support them to achieve their course. We also deliver a range of community groups to help learners develop their social skills, confidence, life skills and independence. These include, but are not limited to, Independent Living Groups, Women’s & Men’s Groups, Creative Media Groups, Art Groups & Travel Training Groups. In addition to this, we offer a range of work experience opportunities including horticulture, working with animals, retail & mechanics.

We are currently recruiting for:

Project Workers – Learning Assistants - £18700- £20000 p.a. or pro rata

Both full and part time roles available (a minimum of 3 days a week and must be available to work Thursday and Friday)

Full year and term time roles available

No shift work or evening/weekend work

You will work at our High Wycombe and Aylesbury buildings, plus in local colleges and out in the community. You will work alongside people with a learning disability or autism to meet their individual needs also support young people with their families to achieve positive outcomes.

To succeed you will be able to work both as part of a team and independently and have a 'can do' attitude. You will need to have good communication skills and an understanding of both self-advocacy and inclusion. We can teach you all you need to know; you just need to have the passion and care.

You will have the opportunity to help someone develop and grow as a person whilst making a difference that will live with you forever. And, as one of our team said ‘Working with people with a learning disability or autism is the most rewarding and fulfilling role’

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including a Disclosure & Barring Service check (DBS) including checks with past employers (Applicant Declaration must be completed and returned with application).

Project Assistant

We have an opportunity for a Project Assistant working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday on a permanent basis.

Position: Project Assistant

Location: London

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £19,305 plus £4000 Location Allowance

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: Opt-in to the auto-enrolment pension scheme or enhanced rate scheme, 25 days’ holiday per year (plus bank holidays), 10% salary increase after 12 months' service, dependent on work performance, family friendly benefits providing enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption, Riverside Rewards scheme and app.

Closing Date: 20th February 2022

Who you’ll be helping

The hostel offers an excellent standard of accommodation and facilities for 92 homeless people.

The organisation wants service users to feel at home in the hostel from the moment they arrive with the aim of providing customers with the best possible environment following their period of homelessness.

What will you do?

Your role will be an admin based role where you will be expected to take and make phone calls, carry out administrative functions, using IT systems etc. You will also be expected to liaise with and help the residents so experience working with vulnerable groups or in a housing management/social care environment is preferred.

Day to day

Your responsibilities as a Project Assistant will include:

•Acting as an initial point of reference on the phone, or in a reception area as required

•Carrying out day to day office administrative functions to ensure that all records and files are maintained

•Contribute to the formulation and delivery of person centred support plans

•Assisting residents with day-to-day support and tenancy issues

•Using IT systems appropriately including adding updates to the Support Database

Does this describe you?

You are flexible, empathetic, inclusive and resilient. Even better, you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills too.

Though not essential by any means, you have preferably worked with vulnerable clients in a housing or support setting before.

What’s in it for you?

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will get:

•Access to ongoing personal career development opportunities through

•25 days’ holiday per year

•Family friendly benefits providing enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption

•Childcare vouchers salary sacrifice through payroll

• Rewards scheme and app, providing valuable access to discounted

The organisation?

One of the UK’s leading social housing and regeneration organisations, a group of not-for-profit and commercial companies with a charitable housing association at our core. Operating across 160 local authorities in England and Scotland and housing 100,000+ people, the organisation is fully committed to improving the lives of thousands of individuals and families, seeking to transform lives and revitalise neighbourhoods.

Is this for you?

You will feel empowered and that your voice is truly heard, as the organisation is a company focused on people, treating customers with this same respect.

You will be trusted to protect customers, people and the business.

Your focus on performance and ambition is rewarded with development opportunities. Here, you can achieve.

If you’re thinking of joining as a Project Assistant, we’d love to hear from you. We encourage applicants from all sections of the community so that the organisation can truly reflect the neighbourhoods in which it works.

Please provide clear examples / evidence of your ability, experience and qualifications against the essential criteria on the job description when you apply.

Please Note: The organisation is putting in measures to protect candidates and colleagues from Covid-19. Whilst they are still continuing to recruit for this position and other roles in the organisation they will be implementing virtual interviews.

You may also have experience in areas such as Housing, Housing and Support, Social Housing, Care and Support, Housing Officer, Housing Assistant, Housing and Homelessness, Social Housing Officer, Social Housing Project Assistant, Care and Support Officer, Case Worker, Housing Management, Social Care and Housing Assistant, Housing Association Officer, Housing Association Project Assistant, Tenant Liaison, Tenant Liaison Administrator, Admin, Administrator, Housing Administrator, Social Housing Administrator, Housing Admin, Project Administrator, Project Admin, Housing Administration, Tenant and Housing Administrator.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

This is a unique opportunity for a Creative Projects Assistant to gain hands on experience in the dance and performance arts. As part of Yorkshire Dance’s artistic team, you will be working on projects, programmes and events that support artists in the development of new work.

You will be based in our city-centre building (with the option of some homework working where possible/required), which hosts our offices, studio spaces and regular performances and programmes, giving you a real insight and experience of working with a variety of dance artists and in a lively performance venue.

This role is a fantastic opportunity for the right person to build their skills and networks with a leading arts organisation and work with some of the most inspiring dance artists in the North and beyond.