Care Centre Manager Jobs in Hammersmith, Greater London
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Job Purpose
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To support the MYsocial manager by creating and facilitating an exciting calendar of online and live in-person events.
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To create fun and welcoming events for members who may be struggling at the moment, to encourage members to participate and gain confidence at events.
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Work with members in neighbourhoods to create local events they want.
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To help members to feel part of a community, and that every member of MYsocial is seen as someone with something valuable to contribute.
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To encourage members to engage with each other.
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To ensure that members have a positive experience of MYsocial membership
Submit the cover letter answering the 4 questions requested in the Job Description:
1)Why do you want to join us at MYsocial? And why now?
2)Tell us why you think it’s important for a service such as MYsocial to exist.
3)Tell us what skills and experience you could bring to MYsocial and this role in particular.
4)How would you ensure we provide events to reflect the diversity of our members and Lambeth?
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join the team at Haven House Children’s Hospice
Haven House Children’s Hospice supports hundreds of families, looking after children and young people who have life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. Our mission is to provide the highest quality palliative and holistic care services to children and their families in our local communities. Since the hospice began it has gone from strength to strength both in terms of the care we provide to children and families as well as the close bonds we have developed and nurtured with individuals and organisations in our community who are inspired by our work.
This is a great time to join the team at Haven House, our Community & Events team are working on a new strategy to increase income and engagement with our local community. This new and exciting role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to work across our community and event income lines, taking responsibility for raising income from a wide variety of supporters. We’re looking for an individual who can hit the ground running, complimenting a team that proactively develops and drives our community and events portfolio.
At Haven House the focus within the Income Generation and Marketing Team is to put the supporter and donor at the centre of everything we do, ensuring they feel inspired by our work and the children and families we support; engaged and committed to our cause and ultimately make a commitment to do something amazing.
The person who gets this amazing job will need to have lots of energy and be full of ideas as we want someone who will bring fresh ideas into the mix and the personal drive to execute them. We want someone to join us who loves being part of a hardworking and collaborative team.
If this role sounds right for you and you have the right skills and experience, please download the job description and apply by returning the application form to the Resourcing Team.
Benefits
As an employee you will be entitled to the following range of benefits:
· Hybrid office/home arrangement
· 27 days' annual leave
· Pension scheme (company matches contribution up to 7%)
· Free onsite parking
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Eye care voucher scheme
· Cycle to work scheme
If you are a potential candidate who would like to have an informal chat with someone about the role before applying, please email the HR department and someone will come back to you.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.
Closing date: 16 May 2024
Interview: 20 May 2024
Please note, we reserve the right to interview on a rolling basis so this role may close before the above date if we find a successful candidate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Haven House Children’s Hospice supports hundreds of families, looking after children and young people who have life-limiting or life-threatening conditions. Our mission is to provide the highest quality palliative and holistic care services to children and their families in our local communities. Since the hospice began it has gone from strength to strength both in terms of the care we provide to children and families as well as the close bonds we have developed and nurtured with individuals and organisations in our community who are inspired by our work.
This is a great time to join the team at Haven House, our Community & Events team are working on a new strategy to increase income and engagement with our local community. This new and exciting role will give the successful candidate the opportunity to work across our community and event income lines, taking responsibility for raising income from a wide variety of supporters. We’re looking for an individual who can hit the ground running, complimenting a team that proactively develops and drives our community and events portfolio.
At Haven House the focus within the Income Generation and Marketing Team is to put the supporter and donor at the centre of everything we do, ensuring they feel inspired by our work and the children and families we support; engaged and committed to our cause and ultimately make a commitment to do something amazing.
The person who gets this amazing job will need to have lots of energy and be full of ideas as we want someone who will bring fresh ideas into the mix and the personal drive to execute them. We want someone to join us who loves being part of a hardworking and collaborative team.
If this role sounds right for you and you have the right skills and experience, please download the job description and apply by returning the application form to the Resourcing team.
Benefits
As an employee you will be entitled to the following range of benefits:
· Hybrid office/home arrangement
· 27 days' annual leave
· Pension scheme (company matches contribution up to 7%)
· Free onsite parking
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Eye care voucher scheme
· Cycle to work scheme
If you are a potential candidate who would like to have an informal chat with someone about the role before applying, please email the HR department and someone will come back to you.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to receipt of satisfactory references and a DBS check.
Closing date: 16 May 2024
Interview: 20 May 2024
Please note, we reserve the right to interview on a rolling basis so this role may close before the above date if we find a successful candidate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Age UK Lambeth
We support older people in Lambeth to live enriched, productive and purposeful lives: challenging the stigma of ageing, reducing social isolation and ensuring they get the right support at the right time. We are kind, person-centred and outcome-focused - finding solutions that work by listening, being flexible and including older people in delivering services.
What you’ll be doing?
The Minorities Community Gambling Link Worker will deliver an awareness-raising and personalised, holistic support programme for minority community groups in Lambeth experiencing gambling and gambling addiction-related harm, or those impacted by the gambling of a close family member. You will:
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Deliver an outreach programme by regularly attending community events, visiting local groups/ spaces and organisations frequented by minority community groups in Lambeth.
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Develop partnerships and deliver outreach support to primary and secondary care partners and services across Lambeth.
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Speak with minority community groups in Lambeth, either 1-2-1 or presenting to groups, to discuss the type of support available and promote the work and support of the Primary Care Gambling Service and Age UK Lambeth services.
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Provide holistic support to patients referred to the Primary Care Gambling Service, helping to address housing, debt, bereavement, loneliness, mental health and other related social issues, that are both a symptom and/or a cause of their gambling.
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Meet clients on a one-to-one basis, making home visits where appropriate and allowing clients the time and space to discuss ‘what matters to me’.
What you need to bring
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Able to write compelling communications to advocate for your clients.
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Able to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
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Able to analyse data and create engaging reports
What you’ll benefit from
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Generous pension provision - 7% employer contribution
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26 days holiday a year rising to 31 days after 5 years
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A great staff culture with kindness at its heart
Using Quick apply please upload your CV, a brief cover letter and answer the 4 questions (in no more than 250 words per question).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Age UK Lambeth
We support older people in Lambeth to live enriched, productive and purposeful lives: challenging the stigma of ageing, reducing social isolation and ensuring they get the right support at the right time. We are kind, person-centred and outcome-focused - finding solutions that work by listening, being flexible and including older people in delivering services.
What you’ll be doing?
The Women’s Gambling Link Worker will deliver an awareness-raising and personalised, holistic support programme for women in Lambeth experiencing gambling and gambling addiction-related harm, or those impacted by the gambling of a close family member. You will:
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Deliver an outreach programme by regularly attending community events, visiting local groups/ spaces and organisations frequented by women in Lambeth.
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Develop partnerships and deliver outreach support to primary and secondary care partners and services across Lambeth.
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Speak with women's groups in Lambeth, either 1-2-1 or presenting to groups, to discuss the type of support available and promote the work and support of the Primary Care Gambling Service and Age UK Lambeth services.
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Provide holistic support to patients referred to the Primary Care Gambling Service, helping to address housing, debt, bereavement, loneliness, mental health and other related social issues, that are both a symptom and/or a cause of their gambling.
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Meet clients on a one-to-one basis, making home visits where appropriate and allowing clients the time and space to discuss ‘what matters to me’.
What you need to bring
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Able to write compelling communications to advocate for your clients.
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Able to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
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Able to analyse data and create engaging reports
What you’ll benefit from
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Generous pension provision - 7% employer contribution
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26 days holiday a year rising to 31 days after 5 years
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A great staff culture with kindness at its heart
Using Quick apply please upload your CV, a brief cover letter and answer the 4 questions (in no more than 250 words per question).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Compliance, Risk and Audit to join the wider Compliance, Audit and Risk team at SIG! You will have the overall responsibility of keeping participants, residents, and staff safe. The team manages the development, monitoring, and reporting of several areas including but not limited to accidents, incidents, and near misses (AINMs), safety reviews, safeguarding, whistleblowing, complaints, policy and procedure, health and safety, internal audit, business continuity planning and data protection.
As The Head of Compliance, Risk and Audit, you are the lynchpin of the wider team, linking strategic vision with solid and accountable implementation. You will be responsible for developing the team in the broad space of compliance as well as in their own areas of specialism, ensuring that a transparent and accountable compliance framework is implemented and embedded in line with regulatory and legislative change.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. At least 2 days per week in central office (Islington) and our services which are in and around London, Brighton & Hove, Kent, Havering, Bedford, Luton, Nottingham, and Liverpool.
The additional 3 days can be worked from home. You may at times be required to visit a service more than 2 times within a week.
Our Central Office is based a 10 minute walk from Highbury and Islington station, Angel station is a 15 minute walk away
Benefits, including Non-Contractual Perks
- 25 days annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Medicash includes discount gym memberships, routine optometry care, dental treatments, and physiotherapy treatments
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing.
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
ABOUT YOU
We're looking for someone who is methodical and detail oriented in their approach, who is a compassionate leader, able to set an example of our values (Ambition, Empowerment, Transparency, Inclusivity). You will have an in-depth and broad knowledge of all areas of compliance, with a background in health, social care or housing. You will be required to have excellent report writing skills, with the ability to coach and support others, able to influence a process led culture in respect to your area, and a keen interest in continuous improvement of services and a positive safety culture!
OVERVIEW OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Line Management and leadership throughout employee lifecycle this includes; Recruitment, Onboarding, Inductions, training, support and supervision, relations, wellbeing support, and other areas.
- Formalise Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and Service Level Agreements (SLA’s) to monitor objectives.
- Provide both line management and professional consulting using best available forums and mechanisms, including meetings, support effective teamwork and communication. Facilitate a culture where constructive challenge is welcomed, and conflict is managed supportively in line with relevant policies and procedures.
- Deputise for the Director as required.
Safeguarding, Audit, and Compliance
- Oversee the compliance audits across departments and services, providing support, and follow up with operational teams on a regular basis.
- Oversee the Safeguarding infrastructure, deputising for the designated safeguarding lead (DSL) as necessary. Oversee complaints and other processes and develop these to ensure they are safe, fair, equitable, and fit for purpose.
- Support services with commissioner led quality assurance framework (QAF) inspections and those registered with the CQC to maintain their portfolios and ensure they are ready for inspection at any time to retain their registrations.
- Promote and support a positive whistleblowing culture, assist Champions, People and Culture, managers and the audit and compliance team on concerns raised and ensuring the whistleblower is protected.
Reporting and Analysis
- Attend and develop AINMs review meetings for maximum impact in terms of positive safety culture. Ensure the lessons learned from AINMs reviews, safety reviews, and safeguarding concerns are shared and feedback loops are closed.
- Review the collation and analysis of AINMs and Safeguarding alerts, developing the Audit and Compliance team, as well as other operational teams in reflection and root cause analysis
Data Protection
- Monitor the use of external data protection and compliance partners to ensure we maintain ICO requirements and maintain our Data Security Protection Toolkit Certification.
- Monitor and ensure integrity in document control, policy, and procedures as they are developed, reviewed, and published.
- Understand and support an Information Security infrastructure alongside additional teams in the organisation and support Managers and teams with training and challenges where necessary.
Other responsibilities than those described above may be required to be undertaken from time to time and will be expected to be performed to as long as it is within the capability and level of the position. Please refer to JDPS attached for more info
KEY CRITERIA
What we are looking for:
- Proven experience in complaints and incident handling, safeguarding, data protection, and audits
- Proven experience in governance systems and structures which can include auditing, risk management, investigations, complaint handling, policy, procedure, and report writing
- Experience and/or ability to coach, develop, and manage direct reports
- Background in health, social care, criminal justice, and/or supported housing systems
- IT Proficiency, ability to learn new software programs, and ability to confidently use and utilise Microsoft programs
- Adequate understanding of the importance and mechanics of document control and writing policy and procedure
- Working knowledge of health and safety processes and procedures
- Ability to write reports in a clear, readable format
What we would like, but not essential:
- Knowledge of the ISO9001 QMS System
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
WORKING FOR US
ABOUT US
Social Interest Group (SIG) believes good care and support improve lives. Our values of ambition, empowerment, transparency, and inclusivity drive everything we do. Our mission is to empower people who are marginalised by building powerful partnerships and creative solutions that bridge gaps in provision and aid recovery, reablement and resettlement.
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings (including people's own homes), probation settings, and hospitals awaiting discharge. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, and Kent. We believe in the power of well-planned, well-managed services to make a difference. We work with high standards and external and internal regulatory frameworks.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change
Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
Our Values
Ambition – Eager to succeed and to accomplish as much as possible for our people
Empowerment – Giving staff and the people we support the tools, training, and information they need to achieve their potential
Transparency – Upfront and visible about our actions and open to scrutiny from stakeholders, service users, and staff
Inclusivity – Listening to, understanding, and including all our stakeholders to ensure we make a difference and get things right
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
About Us
Headway East London is a charity supporting people affected by brain injury. Working across 13 London boroughs we offer specialist support and services for survivors and their family. We offer therapies, advocacy, family support and community support work alongside our day service: a community venue where people can make the most of their abilities and interests.
We also promote awareness and understanding of brain injury by providing information to the public, and offering training to university students, professionals and businesses.
Our vision is to build a community where people with brain injury are valued, respected and able to fulfil their potential.
About the Role
We are looking for a Day Service Co-ordinator to join our art studio team and support people living with brain injury in our day centre in Haggerston.
You will take responsibility for organising and delivering activities in the Submit to Love art studio, such as supporting members in creating new artworks, planning and delivering events and outings, and engaging members in a variety of other activities in response to their needs and interests.
The role also involves providing advocacy and support (key working) for up to 12 members and ensuring the smooth running of the day service as a member of the co-ordinating team.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Activities in the art studio:
- Support members to engage creatively and develop their personal artistic practise.
- Work alongside the studio manager, day service members and volunteers to plan and deliver events, including artist led workshops, exhibitions and open studios.
- Plan trips to cultural events and experiences.
Key working:
- Act as key worker for up to 16 members, checking in regularly about their engagement in the centre and their general wellbeing, and supporting them with information, advice, and advocacy as appropriate.
- Establish and maintain contact with members’ families, carers, and relevant statutory partners to facilitate good communication and better provide appropriate support.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including comprehensive individual risk assessments.
Day Service co-ordination:
- Work closely with colleagues and volunteers in the day service and other teams at Headway East London to create a welcoming, supportive, and stimulating environment for members.
- Share responsibility for practical tasks in the day service to ensure its smooth running.
- Work sensitively with volunteers, supporting them alongside the volunteer co-ordinator to take on meaningful and rewarding roles in the day service.
How to apply:
Please visit our website for more infomation on how to apply for this role. Closing date for applications is Friday 10th May 2024 at 9:00am.
We want to be an inclusive place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come and contribute their unique strengths and perspectives. We are focused on equality and believe that all the fascinating characteristics that make us different, make us more able to deliver our life-changing work with passion and creativity.
Headway East London is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to ensuring that all staff are motivated, skilled and rewarded by their work. We welcome applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age and other protected status as required by law. We promote and protect human rights; they are the foundation of what we do.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an enterprise or solutions architect who is passionate about technology? Looking for an opportunity to use your skills to contribute to improving animal welfare?
We’re looking for an Enterprise Architect who will guide the organisation through ongoing digital transformation and optimisation initiatives.
About this role:
As Enterprise Architect, you will:
- Bring the IT architecture strategy in line with the charity strategy to allow Dogs Trust to achieve its objectives in the most effective way,
- Own the overall architecture domains for the charity,
- Produce, maintain, and communicate Enterprise Architecture artefacts, as well as developing policies and standards,
- Work closely various internal business leaders: including subject matter experts, project managers and Business Analysts, and external solution architects to deliver solutions for the organisation.
About you:
To be successful in this role you will need broad technical knowledge, with the ability to design end-to-end systems at a high level, with a clear understanding of a number of applications. We are using Salesforce and Informatica, so we’d love to hear from candidates with experience in these. You’ll also need to be a self-starter, who is passionate and motivated about delivering solutions and takes a proactive, strategic approach. It’s also important that you’re a people person, who is a great team player and excellent communicator, with the ability to engage colleagues from different parts of the organisation, and bring them on the transformation journey with you. Additionally, you’ll need a commitment to the aims and objectives of Dogs Trust.
About Dogs Trust:
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
About this team:
The IT department is responsible for the ongoing management and development of critical business systems that contribute to the overall success of Dogs Trust activities. The department focuses on delivering innovative solutions to support transformation initiatives and operational services across the charity.
To apply for this position please click the APPLY NOW button. Our application process requires you complete an application form and a covering letter explaining your interest and suitability for the role. Please note that we may close this vacancy early if we receive enough suitable interest, so to avoid disappointment early application is encouraged.
Dogs are incredibly diverse, much like the humans that love them! At Dogs Trust we value diversity and we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce helps us to achieve our mission. Our colleague networks give our people a voice acting as vehicles for real and meaningful change within Dogs Trust. We truly want to see every candidate shine throughout the entire job application process, interview stages, and during their time with us. If there's anything on your mind or any adjustments you may need, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Legacy Fundraising Manager
We have an exciting opportunity for a Legacies Manager to join an innovative leading children's charity delivering projects to support disadvantaged children, young people, their families, and communities.
Position: Legacies Manager
Location: Home based
Salary: £41,740 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 3rd May 2024
Shortlisting date: 10th May 2024
Interview date(s): Week commencing 20th May 2024
You will be working for one of the UK's leading children's charities, firmly supported by Christian beliefs and values, helping to support disadvantaged children and their families through delivering projects to support children, young people, their families, and communities to find long-lasting solutions to the challenges they face.
The Role
As the Legacies Manager, you will assume a pivotal role within our dynamic Partnership and Development team. Your primary responsibility will be to lead the strategy and execution of our legacy programme, driving forward our mission to support vulnerable children, young people, and families across the UK. Drawing upon your strategic vision and extensive experience in fundraising, you will design and implement innovative legacy campaigns aimed at maximising income generation and expanding the reach of the organisation’s Family Hubs.
Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating closely with fundraising and partnership development experts to develop compelling legacy propositions and engage potential donors effectively. You will leverage your exceptional interpersonal skills to build and nurture relationships with legacy supporters, inspiring them to leave a lasting impact through their philanthropy. Additionally, you will utilise your expertise in data analysis to inform decision-making and refine campaign strategies, ensuring optimal outcomes and return on investment. As a strategic thinker and innovative leader, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable children and families.
Key responsibilities of the Legacies Manager include:
- Develop and implement a legacy strategy/plan aligned with the charity's goals to increase/improve outreach to and engagement with legacy supporters and raise legacy income around agreed goals.
- Provide excellent stewardship to all supporters who engage with legacies, working with stakeholders to ensure journeys are insight-led, respond to audience needs, and are well documented and reported upon.
- Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of legacy giving initiatives and regularly report on progress to senior leadership and key stakeholders. Use data and analytics to inform decision-making and continuously improve strategies for maximising legacy support.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the end-to-end process for delivering the legacies plan is designed and documented. This includes solving problems in circumstances where there is minimal guidance available from established practices and precedents within the organisation.
- Work closely with the Head of Relationship Fundraising and other fundraising colleagues to ensure that all fundraising activities are well-coordinated and contribute towards the overall fundraising strategy.
- Identify growth opportunities that foster organisational projects which impact and improve the Legacy programme.
- Develop and execute marketing and promotional campaigns to raise awareness of legacy giving opportunities within the organisation. Utilise various communication channels, including digital platforms, events, and printed Job Description & Person Specification materials, to effectively promote the importance of legacy giving and its impact on the organisation's mission.
About You
As the ideal candidate for the role of Legacies Manager, you are approachable and articulate, with the confidence to engage effectively with donors and stakeholders. Your conscientious nature ensures that you approach every task with diligence and attention to detail, while your continuous learning mindset drives you to stay informed about the latest trends and best practices in legacy fundraising. Your creativity allows you to develop innovative campaign strategies that capture the attention of donors and inspire action, while your diplomatic approach enables you to navigate complex relationships and resolve conflicts effectively. As a good listener and information seeker, you value input from others and actively seek out new opportunities for growth and collaboration.
You are an independent and self-motivated professional, capable of taking initiative and driving projects forward with minimal supervision. Your persuasive communication style and proactive attitude make you an influential advocate for the organisation's mission and values. If you are ready to leverage your interpersonal skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families across the UK, we invite you to join us and be part of our transformative journey. Apply now and take the next step toward a rewarding career dedicated to driving positive change.
About the Organisation
An innovative leading children's charity delivering projects to support disadvantaged children, young people, their families, and communities, working with a range of partners to provide creative solutions including children and family centres, school counselling, preschool nurseries, family support and children affected by imprisonment and offending.
Benefits include:
- Continuous professional development
- Regular support through supervision, appraisal & well-being initiatives
- In house learning platform
- Generous pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Healthcare cash plan
- Charity discount scheme
The charity is committed to making a positive impact, and we're looking for someone like you. If you're ready to take the next step in your fundraising career and make a lasting difference in the lives of those who need it most, we invite you to apply and be part of the team.
We actively encourage applications from a broad and deep range of backgrounds and experiences. This post is subject to necessary safeguarding checks including an appropriate level DBS Disclosure. The organisation is a Living Wage Employer.
Other roles you may have experience with could include Fundraising Manager, Trusts and Statutory Manager, Legacy, Legacy In Memory Fundraiser, Legacy and In Memory, Legacy Relationships, Legacy Giving, Probate, Wills, Trusts, Inheritance, Legacy Administration.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Full time, 35 hours per week
Permanent
Grade BL, Salary £65,484 per annum
Location: London (Hybrid working, with minimum 2 days per week in the office)
Closing date: 23:59 on Wednesday 01 May 2024
Interview dates: 13 – 17 May 2024, exact timings TBC
The Royal College of General Practitioners is the largest membership organisation solely for GPs in the United Kingdom. Founded in 1952, it has over 55,000 members who are committed to improving patient care, developing their own skills and promoting general practice as a discipline.
Research is a key pillar of our organisational goals. We are looking for an experienced, dynamic manager with exceptional research skills and knowledge, who is interested in tackling the major challenges facing primary care.
In this role, you will be responsible for a diverse range of activities and programmes. You will play a crucial role in developing the evidence-base for our high-profile influencing activity, through both in-house research and commissioning activity externally. This is an exciting time to join the organisation in the run-up to a general election, where you will play an important part informing our national policy, press and campaigns activity.
You will also shape the strategic direction of our research and innovation programmes, which support the development of research skills in general practice and facilitate sharing of innovative practices to improve patient care. This includes management of our Research and Surveillance Centre contract collaboration, which delivers instrumental insights for the UK Health Security Agency’s disease surveillance across the country, as well as our Research Ready programme, which helps to get practices prepared to carry out research.
If you are a driven, collaborative problem-solver, with exceptional analytical skills, a deep understanding of research methods, excellent written and verbal communication skills, proven people management abilities, with an eye for detail, and you are looking for a varied role where you will quickly be able to offer real value, then this is the role for you.
The successful candidate will share our corporate values. In return, the College offers excellent terms and conditions.
To apply, please apply directly on the RCGP Vacancies page by providing both your CV and a covering letter/statement.
The Royal College of General Practitioners is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
'Building a sustainable future for general practice'
We're looking for an experienced, proactive and resourceful Repairs Maintenance Manager located at our Head Office in Caledonian Road, Islington.
£45,000.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week. Benefits include 25 days Annual Leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, healthcare and career progression.
Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
This role requires a valid Right to Work for the UK as Look Ahead are not a sponsoring organisation.
Look Ahead Care and Support own and manage a mixed portfolio of properties across London and the Home Counties. The organisation accommodates customers with a range of support needs. The Repairs Manager will work as part of the Property Services team. Assuming day-to-day responsibility for the oversight and coordination of all repair and maintenance activities across all tenures (Supported, Unsupported, Intermediate and Market Rent).
Responsible for working collaboratively with the Customer Contact Centre to facilitate the timely and efficient completion of repairs and maintenance tasks in accordance with established standards and regulatory requirements. Offering technical expertise, whilst being a lead escalation for Contractor Management and Commercial Meetings.
What you'll do:
Instigate Orders
Authorise orders and approve variation price works from agreed SoR's. Offer technical support to Customer Contact Centre to ensure that works are value for money. Promptly instruct contractor and confirm agreed timescale. Liaise with scheme mangers as necessary.
Order Approvals
Approve and review high value orders, variations, and completed works prior to invoice.
Quality Assurance
Lead on all areas of quality assurance including sharing site visit responsibility with Property Inspector. Manage requests for pre inspections and post inspections with Property Inspector. Lead on Damp and Mould quality inspections and follow up reports. Communicate inspection KPIs to key stakeholders.
Works Delivery
Ensure that all works are completed within agreed time frame work and that this is accurately monitored through weekly WIP reports.
Contractor Management
Ensure strict adherence to Contractor code of conduct and agreed SLAs. Lead contract progress meetings to manage performance.
Complaint and Query Lead
Manage all complaints responses related to repairs from inception and act as escalation point for repairs and void teams.
For full job details please visit our website
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead
What you'll bring:
Commitment to Value for Money and Quality Standards.
Can-do attitude.
Approachable and open behaviour.
Highly organised, can work with clear time frames and good attention to detail.
Essential:
A demonstrable commitment to deliver exceptional customer service.
Ability to promote best practice in Repairs, Voids and Asset management.
Experience of specifying Repairs and void works.
Experience gained from within a building/construction environment, with knowledge of regulations in Health & Safety; Repairs & Maintenance.
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with a proven ability to influence and gain credibility with senior stakeholders and customers.
Undertake regular CPD (Continuing Personal Development) in construction related subjects.
Strong IT Skills - Microsoft Office - minimum Intermediate level.
Perform any other duties as may be reasonably requested by your line manager.
Desirable:
An HND or equivalent in construction or building studies.
A Full UK Driving Licence.
Knowledge of construction techniques.
Knowledge of building standards regulatory requirements in relation to repairs and maintenance.
Demonstrable knowledge of construction Health and Safety regulations.
Working knowledge of NHF Schedule of Rates (SOR's)
About us:
Look Ahead is a dynamic, leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. As an organisation we deliver over 110 services, providing support to around 7000 customers each year. We work across mental health, homelessness, young people and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us. Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role. We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
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The Talent Set are delighted to be working with a fantastic Health and Women’s charity to find their Senior Health Information Manager.
The charity offers a flexible working environment, with hybrid working 2 days per week from their London office.
The purpose of Senior Health Information Manager is to ensure that all women, and their partners and families, have high quality up-to-date, evidence-based and inclusive health information for every stage of their pregnancy journey, including pregnancy loss if it happens.
Key Responsibilities:
· Overseeing a cycle of continuous improvement of all health information products.
· Using quantitative and qualitative evaluation methods to implement a framework to measure the effectiveness of health information products.
· Establishing a dashboard and reporting back to the Head of Information monthly on agreed KPIs.
· Owning the information review production schedule and responsible for the development and maintenance of all existing health information products. Establishing deadlines and monitoring the progress of information products.
· Owning the health information SEO strategy and implementation, ensuring that recommendations are followed to achieve maximum reach.
· Owning the PIF accredited publishing and review process, ensuring they are adhered to scrupulously, including taking ownership of processes, templates and guidance that support this.
· Convening and leading expert, stakeholder and service user groups in the development and maintenance of health information to ensure new and existing products are needed, relevant, evidence-based and user-centred.
· Commissioning freelance or agency help where required.
· Managing the information content budget,
· Managing product insight phases from brief development through to recommendations, including formative research.
· Ensuring all health and social care information is up to date, clinically checked, accurate and reviewed by relevant experts.
· Making diversity and inclusion considerations a high priority throughout all activities.
· Overseeing and managing the health information budget, making business cases for resource needed if necessary.
· Leading on internal communications, sharing progress across teams, training staff members and presenting projects and learnings to all staff.
· Analysing data on information usage, engagement and feedback to spot opportunities, make recommendations and prioritise work.
· Bringing together teams across the organisation, and externally if required, to deliver a project.
· Managing 1 content writer and editor.
· Supporting fundraising applications and fundraising teams where necessary.
Person Specification:
· Hands-on experience of managing the lifecycle of health information products.
· Experience of recruiting and managing multiple stakeholders.
· Experience of working within brand guidelines.
· Experience of managing website content using a CMS.
· Experience in a content editing/writing role.
· Experience of implementing SEO practices and writing.
· Experience writing for a wide range of audiences and formats.
· Experience managing delivery of complex digital products, such as apps or tools.
· Experience managing a busy publishing schedule.
· Experience of commissioning content and quality control of commissioned content.
· Experience of commissioning and overseeing user/patient insight and implementing recommendations.
· Experience of building accessibility and inclusion considerations into projects from the very start.
· Experience of managing products that require input from multiple external agencies.
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV as soon as possible, regrettably please note we may not be able to reply to each and every application.
We are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practises that ensure equal opportunity for everyone, regardless of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will happily make reasonable adjustments to always ensure a fair process.
Battersea's Human Resources team works collaboratively with managers, teams and people across the organisation to create a positive impact for cats and dogs through our people and culture.
We are looking for a passionate HR Advisor to join our team to provide support to business areas by delivering a high quality and flexible service that is responsive to needs of the organisation, in line with legislative requirements and good practice. They will create positive employee experiences by being the source of expert HR advice and support to line managers and staff on people matters, empowering managers to lead on people matters with support and guidance where required.
The ideal candidate will be someone with a positive and proactive approach, with experience of working in a HR advisory role within a busy organisation, thorough working knowledge of employment legislation and current good practice in HR, including strong experience of handling a range of employee relations casework.
What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:
- 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year
- Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes
- Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
- Generous pension contributions – up to 10% employer contribution
- Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.
- Annual interest-free season ticket loans
We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.
Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.
Diversity and inclusion:
At Battersea, we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive culture in all aspects of our organisation. We aim to ensure that this pledge, reinforced by our values, is embedded in our day-to-day working practices and our work together.
By hearing from and valuing different experiences, perspectives, and contributions, we know we can provide the best expert care for every dog and cat who needs us. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly those from diverse ethnic communities and people with disabilities, who we know are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.
More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.
Closing date: 12th May 2024
Interview date(s): 15th & 16th May 2024
For full details, please download our recruitment pack.
To apply for the role, please click the button below. All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Us
MSI Reproductive Choices is one of the world’s leading providers of sexual and reproductive healthcare. We believe that everyone should have the right to choose. From contraception to safe abortion and life-saving post-abortion care, we are committed to delivering compassionate, affordable, high-quality services for all.
Today, our organisation has over 9,000 team members working in 37 countries across the world. Our success lies in the fact that MSI teams are locally led, entrepreneurial and results-driven, and are passionate about delivering high quality, client-centered care in their own communities. As a social business, we focus on sustainable delivery, efficiency, and funding models that are built to last, so that the women and girls we serve today will have a choice in the future too.
We know that access to reproductive choice is life changing. For some, it can mean the ability to complete an education or start a career. For others, it means being able to look after the family they already have. For everyone, it means the freedom to decide their own future, creating a fairer, more equal world.
About the Role
MSI is in the process of rolling out a Global Data Warehouse (GDW) using the Microsoft Modern Data Warehouse (MDW) suite of applications, principally Azure Synapse, Azure Analysis Services, Azure Data Factory, Logic Apps, Power Apps and Power BI. The aim is to produce a single repository of global data, and to improve & modernise MSI’s reporting, ensuring it is fit for both Global Head Office and the Country Programmes’ strategies and operating models.
This is a 12-month fixed term role to act as a technical expert within the BI Reporting team on the GDW project. The successful candidate will report into the Project’s technical lead assisting with the design, development and delivery of requirements as prioritised by the Project Board.
About You
We recruit talented, dynamic people with diverse backgrounds and experiences, all united by a belief in our mission and a focus on delivering measurable results. We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a fully inclusive workplace, where everyone feels able to participate and contribute meaningfully. You must be open-minded, curious, resilient, and solutions-oriented, and committed to promoting equality, and safeguarding the welfare of team members and clients alike.
To perform this role, it is essential that you have the following skills:
- Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment, respecting and collaborating with all individuals equally, and with a commitment to overcome bias and prejudice.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft’s Modern Data Warehouse suite of applications (chiefly Azure Synapse, Azure Analysis Services and Power BI).
- Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and transformation
- Proficiency in using Python programming
- Good understanding of how BI applications and systems fit into the wider company infrastructure.
- Knowledge of database design and creation principles
- Knowledge of development technologies, especially agile/scrum.
- Ability to analyse and present information to employees from a non-IT background.
- Excellent numerical, analytical and data visualisation skills.
- Effective facilitator – ability to work with a group of stakeholders to identify business needs and wishes.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good presentation and training skills in all senses (written, verbal, visual etc).
To perform this role, it is essential that you have the following experience:
- Business experience either in a commercial or not-for-profit environment.
- 5+ years’ experience developing BI solutions, some of which was using Microsoft’s Modern Data Warehouse suite of applications
- Experience in implementing PySpark transformations and actions
- Experience in establishing and managing on-premises data connections, between on-premises databases and cloud-based environments.
- Knowledge of data gateway configurations to facilitate seamless communication between on-premises and cloud data sources.
- Experience of training system administrators to maintain solutions
- Experience of training end users to use solutions
- Experience of working to tight deadlines and managing conflicting priorities.
Personal Attributes:
We seek exceptional individuals who are aligned to MSI’s mission and entrepreneurial mindset. You must be a strong communicator, self-motivated and solutions-seeking, committed to driving social change in an environment that measures sustainable results and impact at an individual and global level. You must be able to work effectively with and across diverse teams and be comfortable with ambiguity.
For this role, we’re looking for an individual who is:
- Committed to the protection of team members and clients, with a focus on vulnerable groups.
- Able to role-model inclusive and culturally sensitive attitudes and behaviours.
- Highly committed to the MSI Reproductive Choice Mission “Pro-Choice”.
- Self-starter – looking to build on and improve existing processes, creating lasting change.
- Committed to the protection of team members and clients, with a particular focus on vulnerable groups. Able to role-model inclusive and culturally sensitive attitudes and behaviours.
- Actively seeks feedback on performance with a view to continuously learning and developing as a leader.
For more information about the role, please view the job description and person specification on our website.
Location: London Support Office (hybrid working) or any country where MSI operates.
Full-time: 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday (UK contracted hours).
Contract type: 12 month fixed term contract.
Salary: £40,000 - £44,000 per annum for UK based candidates. Discretionary bonus + benefits. For all other locations, the role will be banded within national context.
Salary band: BG 9
Please see the job description on our website.
Closing date: 2nd May 2024 (midnight GMT+1). Interviews may take place before this date for exceptional candidates.
For internal employees applying from an MSI country programme, the role will be positioned within the existing salary structure of the country. Local terms and conditions of the country will apply.
Are you passionate about working with women who have complex support needs and
are experiencing homelessness or are you at risk of homelessness?
We are looking for a Support Worker to work as part of a service that provides late-night and early-morning outreach for women who are sex working and supports women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Note: This post is exempt under Sch 9 Pt 1 of the Equality Act 2010 and is only open to female applicants.
Position: Centre Support and Outreach Worker
Salary: £26,800 - 30,800
Hours: Full time, 36 hours per week (Working pattern includes 1 outreach shift per week, which
is carried out between 9 pm and 1 am. Usual working hours are 8.30 am – 4.15 pm)
Contract: Permanent
Location: London, Stockwell
Benefits: The annual leave entitlement is 35 days per year pro rata, made up of eight bank and public holidays and 27 days annual leave. The 27 days annual leave is normally split between 24 ‘bookable’ days and three closure days that fall between Christmas and the New Year
About the role
The Post Holder will work within Spires’ Women’s Service. This service is comprised of:
A dedicated nighttime outreach service to support women who are involved in street-based sex working. This includes follow up work, casework, and multi-agency working.
Centre-based support for women with complex needs who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. This also includes casework and supporting Spires’ Housing and Homelessness team.
Key responsibilities will include:
· Supporting a caseload of clients
· Completing one nighttime outreach shift a week (this is carried out in the Spires car)
· Supporting in the running of Spires’ women’s drop in services
· Supporting Spires’ Housing and Homelessness service where required
· Representing Spires to external stakeholders at multi-agency meetings
· Ensuring detailed and accurate records are kept of all client work.
About you
You will have previous experience of working with people exhibiting complex needs and people experiencing homelessness. Ideally you will have experiencing supporting women with some of the following support needs: substance addiction, mental health needs, domestic violence, no recourse to public funds and sex working.
You will also bring with you the following skills and experience:
· Experience of challenging appropriately and maintaining clear and appropriate boundaries.
· Networking and effectively liaising with specialist service providers or agencies in order to establish and/or improve access to services for clients.
· Sound understanding of the issues faced by women and other individuals involved in sex work.
· Understanding of the legislation around supporting the victims of Domestic Violence.
· Understanding of the effects of trauma on people and how to work in a trauma informed way.
· Good understanding of safeguarding practices in outreach work, social care and/or day centre environment.
· Good understanding of confidentiality and working with sensitive information.
Please Note: The organisation is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post, however, is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
About the organisation
The organisation was established in response to homelessness, which had become a growing concern in Streatham in the late 1980s. Initially providing a hot meal, clothing and advice to those who came for help, they have developed into an organisation that provides a range of services, including the Housing and Homeless Team and Woman’s Team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.