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About Camden Learning

Launched in 2017, Camden Learning is a schools-led partnership – a joint enterprise between Camden schools and Camden Council. All Camden schools are members, co-constructing a model based on the principle that collective effort achieves more. We aim to drive improvement for all, guided by values of excellence and social equity. Camden Learning is a pioneer in school-led partnerships, establishing a successful model for cooperation and improvement.

The role

You will play a key role in ensuring that Camden Learning captures and uses data to drive service development and operate more efficiently. This is a newly created position which will support the implementation and ongoing development of a new CRM system, as well as optimising the other systems and platforms we use. You will support teams and wider stakeholders to get access to the data they need by running reports, undertaking basic data analysis and presenting data in an easy to understand way. You will also ensure our ordering processes are as straightforward as possible for our school members and customers, and support with their orders as required.

Key responsibilities

CRM

• Working alongside our development partner, support the successful implementation of a new CRM system
• Ensure the CRM system continues to meet the organisation’s needs, including setting up and owning the process by which colleagues request changes and new features
• Support colleagues to use the system effectively
• Make changes to the system if required and set up reports requested by colleagues. Liaise with development partner if larger changes or new development is required

Other systems and platforms

• Identify, set up and configure other systems and platforms to meet the organisation’s needs. This will include our training booking platform and HR platform.
• Support colleagues and schools to use these systems effectively

Order processes

• Set up and own the processes by which schools place orders for services
• Respond to queries from schools related to subscriptions, orders and pricing
• Work with the Finance Officer to ensure customers are accurately invoiced for services used.

Data reporting, analysis and presentation

• Set up and run regular reports of key information to stakeholders, to include:
  • Camden Learning’s leadership team and board of directors
  • Local authority commissioners
  • Schools
• Undertake regular and adhoc data analysis of data held within our systems, for example training feedback and staff survey
• Present this information in a format suitable for its intended audience

Other

• Liaise with schools, Camden council and other partners to ensure the smooth running of Camden Learning’s services and operations
• Act as a leader of social justice who:
  • Understands the material and economic and social differences between different groups.
  • Works to right the wrongs of marginalised groups.
  • Creates safe spaces and opportunities that promote equity between individuals and groups.
  • Changes systems, processes, and structures to respond better to the needs of students and the system.
  • Interprets their role as working towards excellence and equity for all.
  • Works to create fairness and inclusion in schools for all who study and work in them and across the local education system.
• Other tasks as required in keeping with the level of the role

About you

Essential criteria

Experience and knowledge

• Experience supporting the implementation and ongoing development of a CRM system
• Strong understanding of system configuration, reporting, and user support within CRM systems
• Experience managing or supporting other operational systems (e.g. HR platforms, booking systems)
• Demonstrated ability to analyse and present data for a range of audiences, including senior stakeholders
• Experience working with external partners and suppliers to deliver system improvements or resolve issues

Skills and abilities

• Excellent technical skills, with the ability to configure systems and generate reports
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and present insights clearly
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to support and train colleagues
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proactive problem-solving approach and ability to work independently

Personal attributes

• Collaborative and approachable, with a commitment to supporting colleagues and stakeholders
• Highly organised and proactive, with a problem-solving mindset
• Passionate about education and community development
• Adaptable and resilient, capable of managing multiple priorities
• Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality services

Desirable criteria

• Experience working in schools or the broader education sector
• Familiarity with data protection and information governance principles
• Experience using data visualisation tools or platforms
• Experience with order and subscription processes, including invoicing and customer support

Operations Director
Oasis Community Partnerships (Youth and Community)

Permanent, full-time post, 40 hours per week, inclusive of breaks 

Starting salary: £51,960 per annum (plus London Weighting for London based staff)

 At an exciting and key stage in our journey we have the opportunity for an Operations Director to join the Oasis Youth and Community national leadership team supporting local Oasis community charities across the country.

With accountability to the CEO the Operations Director will be responsible for three key areas of work:

1. Lead key elements of policy and systems ensuring the Youth and Community function remains safe and compliant, and that local leaders and other key staff are effectively supported (including line management of People Services).
2. Oversee the effective governance oversight for all local charities through a cycle of professional guidance and monitoring.
3. Lead the national framework for monitoring and evaluation across activities.

 ORGANISATIONAL CONTEXT

Oasis neighbourhoods are local places of activity that provide integrated, high quality and diverse services to benefit the whole person and the whole community. The Oasis ethos stems from our Christian roots and is an expression of our character - it is a declaration of who we are and therefore the lens through which we assess all we do. This is encapsulated by the following five statements:

a passion to include everyone

a desire to treat everyone equally, respecting differences

a commitment to healthy and open relationships

a deep sense of hope that things can change and be transformed

a sense of perseverance to keep going for the long haul

An Oasis neighbourhood is a community movement and the joining together of all the work Oasis does in any one place, which could include foodbanks, debt advice centres, family support and advice services, healthcare, youth work, children’s work, alongside other Oasis activities in that community, including formal education through Oasis Academies.

The Youth and Community function of Oasis is responsible for the wider community work that takes place within Oasis neighbourhoods, working closely with the wider Oasis family to outwork our vision. In relation to governance, Oasis Community Partnerships is the national charity, with each local team operating from their own local Oasis charity.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing national organisation, making a difference to communities on a local level, whilst also influencing the national landscape.  As part of the package, Oasis offers:

• A pension scheme, currently offering 7% employer contribution
• A generous holiday allowance, starting at 25 days per year (plus 8 Bank Holidays)

Please contact us to arrange for an informal conversation to find out more about the role. If you are interested in this position, please send your CV and a covering letter (ensuring you refer to the job description and person spec).

The successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK.  Oasis cannot assist with sponsorship or visas.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers to application, please let us know.

Completed applications should be returned by 9am on Friday 24th October.

Interviews will take place week beginning Monday 3rd November. (Shorter more informal calls may be arranged the previous week to assist with shortlisting)

Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

As a vital part of the safeguarding team, the Trainer and Facilitator will play a key role in developing and delivering safeguarding training across the Diocese. This includes ensuring that all those with safeguarding responsibilities are equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and understanding necessary to recognise, respond to, and prevent abuse, and to create safe and caring church communities.

The role requires both strong organisational and interpersonal skills. The postholder will deliver training online and in person, adapting content and delivery methods to meet diverse learning needs and contexts. They will also monitor compliance and engagement with training across the Diocese, maintaining accurate records and preparing reports for leadership and governance bodies.

If you have excellent engagement & presentation skills, good IT competency, the ability to effectively prioritise and manage your workload - matched with a conscientious and flexible approach, then this may be the opportunity for you. 

Main Duties And Responsibilities

Training Delivery
To deliver training both in person and on-line, in Safeguarding leadership, and raising awareness of Domestic Abuse, including evaluating pre and post training session work

Safeguarding Training Coordination:
Coordination of the diocesan safeguarding learning and development programme, ensuring alignment with national frameworks and standards.

Training Administration and Record Management:
Organise around 80 training sessions annually, managing bookings, materials, publicity, and attendance records, and maintaining accurate safeguarding training data for individuals and parishes.

Reporting and Team Support:
Produce reports and statistics on training compliance and trends

We are looking for someone with:

· A qualification or demonstratable experience in training or education.

· Demonstratable experience in evaluating pre and post training session work.

· Demonstratable safeguarding experience.

· Good clear communication skills, in particular a friendly and sensitive training delivery manner, and confidence in in running Zoom and Teams for training.

· High level of ICT and database skills, in particular the ability to input data accurately and extract reports as required.

· Understanding and assurance of absolute confidentiality in relation to records held in safeguarding files and databases

About Us:

Southwark is a diverse and vibrant Diocese in so many ways, from the energy of the inner city to the beauty of the Surrey Hills. We are one of the largest Dioceses in the Church of England, serving the people of South London and East Surrey. We take joy in the distinctiveness and variety of God’s gifts and people. You will find churches that offer welcome, care and dignity in Christ’s name to their parishes; chaplains walking along side those in education, hospitals, and prison; and pioneering communities seeking to reach out and serve in new ways.

The Diocesan Safeguarding Team supports parishes and senior clergy to safeguard children and adults who may be at risk of abuse and neglect, and those in abusive relationships.

We seek to be Christ-centred and outward-focused in all we do.

Are you interested in applying? 
Please view the Job Information Pack for full and further details about the role, including shortlisting and interview dates.

Equal Opportunities

The Diocese has a strong commitment to equal opportunities and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, nationality, age, sex, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Its employees are expected to abide by the Equal Opportunities Policy which embodies these principles.