About ReachOut

ReachOut is a mentoring charity that works with young people from disadvantaged communities in London, Greater Manchester and Liverpool to raise aspirations and help them grow in character and academic attainment. We improve Numeracy, Literacy and Communication Skills whilst reinforcing our core values of Fairness, Self-Control, Good Judgement and Staying Power.

As a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have developed ReachOut Home, our online mentoring programme. ReachOut Home supports our young people’s emotional wellbeing, with a particular focus on character education and building skills to navigate our ‘new normal’. Our online provision has allowed us to take our mentoring programme into new parts of the UK and depending on the situation, we will continue to provide our online programme alongside our face to face delivery when it is safe to do so.

Role Description

We are looking for enthusiastic, collaborative and positive individuals to join our Leadership Programme and become Project Leaders. As a Project Leader, you will run a weekly mentoring project with a group of young people from a primary or secondary school, facilitating the 2-hour sessions alongside other responsibilities. The Leadership Programme is an opportunity to gain and improve your leadership, management and communication skills whilst having a massive impact on the lives of young people. You will be supporting them to raise their aspirations, develop their character, and build their academic attainment and self-confidence. Are you up for the challenge?

Role Details

As a Project Leader you will:

• Spend 2 hours planning and 2 hours delivering your mentoring session each week during term time for 10 - 16 young people and their mentors.
• Manage and support the young people.
• Manage and support the volunteer mentors.
• Complete monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure sessions are as impactful as possible for your mentees.
• Attend ReachOut events and socials with your mentors.
• Follow ReachOut’s policies and procedures to safeguard young people.

Please download the information pack from our website for full details about the job role.

Personal Specification

Experience

• Has worked with groups of young people in the range 9 to 16 years’ old
• Has the potential to take on a leadership role
• Can demonstrate commitment to a cause/activity and has taken an active role in it (e.g. captain of a sports team, president of a society)
• Has professional work experience (e.g. internships, summer placements, etc.) This can also be regular voluntary experience but should roles where you have had responsibility for something, worked to deadlines, worked with others etc.

Skills

• Maths and English skills, (minimum grade C at GCSE or equivalent)
• Communication skills (face-to-face, email, text, phone)
• Good organisation skills (can manage tasks effectively, accurately and in a timely fashion)
• Confident using IT; email, MS Forms, excel and video conferencing

Personal attributes

• Passionate about ReachOut’s mission
• Demonstrates ReachOut’s Character Strengths: Fairness, Good Judgement, Self-Control and Staying Power
• Demonstrate good teamwork skills such as collaboration and delegation
• Open to feedback with a genuine desire to learn and develop personally
• Enthusiastic and energetic
• Excited by challenges
• Prepared to be adaptable and creative
• Positive
• Sociable

Application Instructions

To apply for the Leadership Programme, please visit our website. Applicants must ensure they are available to attend evenings and weekends online training through September 2021. Upon completion of the induction training, all Project Leaders will be paid a lump sum of £50.

We aim to respond to applications within 2 weeks of receiving your application. Applications will be assessed as they come in and assessment centres will be held on a rolling basis. Once the position is filled the vacancy will be closed so applicants are advised to apply early.

Please note, if you are a successful candidate you will be required to undergo an enhanced criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. ReachOut will cover the cost of the check and guide you through the process. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

Campaigns and Communications Officer (Digital Media / Marketing)

£27,000 per annum pro rata

Central London

Part Time 21 hours per week

Permanent - flexible working options are available

Are you passionate about gender equality?

Do you recognise the value of sport to personal development and society?   

Do you want your work to make a difference?

Our charity client exists because they believe it is wrong for girls and women to be denied the joy, fulfilment and lifelong benefits of sport. And yet still so many are, even here in the UK. Gender stereotypes, concerns about body image, discrimination in the workplace and social norms at home mean that at every life stage, women are still less active than men and less likely to play sport. Too many women and girls are missing out on feeling happy and confident in their bodies, on the companionship, exhilaration and liberation of simply playing and forgetting day-to-day stresses. Women from disadvantaged communities and women of colour are missing out most of all.

If so, why not think about applying to be part of their ground-breaking charity so you can help to ensure women and girls can break out of stereotypes and engage in sport and exercise for its joy as well as its health benefits!

They now have an opportunity for a Campaigns and Communications Officer to work closely with their Head of Engagement and Communications to promote their beliefs and shine a spotlight on the systematic exclusion of women and girls from sport while highlighting how the change can happen.

Our client highly values the quality and diversity of thought that is only possible from a team made up of individuals from a broad range of backgrounds, who can each bring their different experiences and perspectives. For this reason, they encourage applications from men as well as women and would particularly welcome applications from people of colour and a wide variety of ethnic or minority backgrounds, sexual orientation, religion, age or impairment.

The charity is committed to a working culture where everyone can be authentic and true to themselves. They strive to represent the full diversity of the communities they serve. 

Come and be part of this exciting new era for women’s sport.

Main responsibilities are:

Design and deliver high quality digital initiatives on all social media channels

Create new and exciting campaigns to increase awareness of the key issues and of the charity

Provide a high quality interface with print and broadcast media maximising the value of their spokespeople, ambassadors and their messages the Charity, partners activities success and impact

What they’re looking for from you:

Strong innate ability to communicate in writing and orally 

Empathy to the impact of the use of language and imagery on diverse audiences

Experience of working in fast paced environment and preferably the use of digital media and website management in a professional context

Positive energy and resilience 

Ability to listen and show respect to all

Please see attached job description for full list of responsibilities and the criteria required for this role. 

What they can offer you:

Annual leave: 25 days, plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for 21 hours)

Pension: the charity operates an auto enrolment pension, with matched contributions increasing to 5% of salary.

Flexibility: They have a range of options for flexible working and they’d be happy to discuss your needs at the interview stage.

Annual Healthy Living Allowance of £250 (pro rata for 21 hours)

Closing date: 15 March 2021

Long List Phone Calls: 22 March 2021

Main Interviews: 29 March 2021

The Hospice is looking to recruit a professional and enthusiastic Marketing & Communications Manager.

Job Summary
• The post holder will be responsible for the development and delivery of the marketing and communications strategy for St. Rocco’s Hospice.
• Implementing the effective development of internal and external communications to key audiences and stakeholders.
• Providing leadership to the Marketing & Communications Team (MCT) in order to achieve agreed targets.
• Maintaining the high reputation of the Hospice in all areas of work.
Please see our website and job description for further details.

Normal hours of work will be 30 hours per week worked between Monday to Sunday at days and times notified by your line manager. These hours do not include a 30 mins unpaid meal break which you will be entitled to take if you work a shift lasting longer than 6 hours. You may be required to work additional hours to those published.

Salary: £21,600.00 per annum

An attractive package of benefits for employed staff T&C's apply:

Contributory Company Group Pension Plan, (If you are a member of the NHS Pension Scheme, you have the option of continuing in this scheme), Life Assurance and a Medical Cash Plan - T&C’s apply, free onsite parking, annual holiday entitlement in any holiday year is 7 working weeks, inclusive of all public holiday entitlement. Part-time employees’ annual holiday entitlement accrues on a pro-rata basis.

(Benefits may be different for Bank / Contract for Services Workers T&C's apply).

The posts are not salary incremental posts and pay reviews are at the discretion of the Hospice.

St Rocco’s Hospice is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory receipt of DBS if applicable, 2 references and documentary proof of right to work in the UK. 

A referral to Occupational Health in relation to Health and Safety aspects of the role may be made prior to employment, however the offer of employment will not be conditional upon this.

Please note: St. Rocco's Hospice is not part of the NHS and is not licensed to sponsor foreign nationals. All offers of employment are subject to / conditional upon satisfactory documentary proof of right to work in the UK.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check:

As the Hospice meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants (staff and volunteers) who are offered employment based at the Hospice or in patient facing roles will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions.

Closing Date: 31-3-2021, with interviews being held on an on-going basis so apply today!
Please note: This role may be removed before the original end date or extended without prior notice.

Chapter are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Marketing Officer to join the team. Working under the direction of the Marketing Lead, you will manage Chapter’s marketing campaigns across the organisation and in line with the marketing strategy.

You will be competent in designing both digital and print campaigns and be able to demonstrate an ability to manage several social media accounts at a commercial level.

We are looking for a proactive individual who will support Chapter’s marketing and publicity as we embark on a significant phase of growth. You will have a strong commitment to improving the lives of people affected by mental ill-health.

We have a strong commitment to promote equality and equal opportunities. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and welcome applications from people with lived experience of mental ill-health.

Visit our website to download an application pack.

As part of your application, you must submit examples of previous design work undertaken, or links to appropriate examples.

Closing date for applications is midnight Sunday 14th March 2021.

Interviews will be held Thursday 25th March 2021. Due to current Government restrictions, it is likely that initial interviews will take place virtually.

Age UK Wigan Borough is the largest charity for older people in Wigan Borough. We have worked throughout the past year to support older people through lockdown and provide a range of services to improve people's lives, including helping to claim for over £1,750,000 in benefits.

Do you have experience of managing a complex organisation and a well-developed understanding of the benefits system?

The post holder will manage our Information, Advice and Advocacy services, ensuring duplication is eliminated, efficiencies maximised and service users receive a joined-up response. He/she will provide leadership to the service and ensure that all elements operate within the parameters set out in contracts and funding agreements.

For further information and how to apply, please click the ‘apply’ button to be re-directed to our website.

Closing date: 15/03/2021

Expected start date: 19/04/2021

Salary: £27,000 + up to 4% pension employer’s pension contribution (Starting salary dependent on skills and experience)

Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week

Type of Contract: Permanent

Leave: 25 days holiday per annum + bank holidays

Location: Citizens Advice Halton – Widnes and Runcorn, with the possibility of some home based working

Citizens Advice Halton is a registered charity, best known for giving advice and information. However here at Halton we offer much more , for example the promotion of volunteering opportunities and the delivery of financial capability and employability training and support. This post represents an exciting opportunity to help us to raise our profile with both the public and our partners, so that we can meet our strategic and contractual goals.

Key Tasks:

• Supporting a strategic approach to marketing
• Engaging with partner organisations
• Increasing our marketing and engagement capacity
• Ensuring there is increased awareness and take up of our services
  (especially by members of the public)
• Working as part of a team

How to apply

The information pack and application form can be downloaded from our website via the Apply button.

We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination.  We encourage and welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates from all backgrounds and sections of the community. 

Closing date: Monday 22nd March 2021

Interview date: TBC (within 2 weeks of closing date)

Please note interviews will likely be conducted on a video conferencing platform.

DEVELOPMENT OFFICER,

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICE (DARO)

£24,461 - £26,715 PER ANNUM

The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO), part of the directorate of Corporate Communications, develops the relationship between the University and its alumni and other supporters, linking this to philanthropic commitment to the University.

This is a new, full-time, permanent post, and joins the team at an exciting time. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering and growing Development initiatives, with a focus on regular giving, as well as gifts up to £5k, supporting initiatives which meet the university’s strategic priorities.

You will have experience in a fundraising, alumni relations or equivalent environment, with a good understanding of fundraising, and why people give. The successful candidate will be a results driven, dynamic team player, with the ability to deliver a regular giving cycle in collaboration with other DARO colleagues, as well as supporting and contributing to strategy around other areas of Development and Philanthropy. You will be a strong written and verbal communicator and passionate about your work, and the difference higher education can make in our communities and society.

The post is normally based in Chester (the DARO team are currently working remotely).

Candidates may download further details from our website and apply for the post via our Online Recruitment Website quoting reference number RA006088.

Closing date: Monday 8th March 2021.

Right to Succeed are excited to be recruiting another two Programme Officers to build on the great work the charity is doing and to support us as we continue to grow. We are a rapidly growing charity who's purpose is to bring the community together to transform outcomes for children. Why? Because we believe every child deserves the right to succeed, no matter where they live.

We are seeking two highly motivated individuals with excellent organisational and people skills who will be the reliable, positive, “go-to” people for a number of our programme teams based in Manchester and Liverpool. The successful candidates will play a pivotal role in supporting our high quality local Programme Delivery teams. The roles provide an exciting opportunity to be part of an ambitious, passionate organisation committed to overcoming inequity and improving outcomes for children and young people.

We are keen to encourage applications from those with lived experience of overcoming one or more of the issues our programmes seek to address, as we understand the extra value that this brings to our programme delivery.

The succesful candidate will play an integral role by ensuring the programmes have a high level of administrative support to enable them to effectively deliver high quality programmes that deliver maximum impact within their respective areas. 

Please note, due to Covid-19, we will be carrying out interviews by video-call and the successful candidate may initially be required to work from home (home working equipment provided). 

Trusts, Foundations and Research Officer

About us

Alder Hey Children’s Charity raises vital funds to help make Alder Hey Children's Hospital a truly world-class, patient-friendly hospital for the 330,000 patients and families we care for every year.

The charity helps to fund a range of activities and projects that are designed to enhance and improve the lives of our amazing young patients. This includes the funding of specialist medical equipment to ensure our brilliant surgeons and clinical staff have the most up to date and cutting edge technology available and funding hi-tech distraction equipment designed and proven to reduce pain and anxiety in our patients. We also fund a range of programmes and special projects such as our ward musicians, our on-site magician and the play specialists we have on every ward.

In Spring 2020 we launched our £3m Children's Mental Health Appeal. Our 7 in 10 Appeal highlights that 70% of young people with a mental health condition are currently missing out on vital mental health interventions at a sufficiently early age. The Appeal is aiming to raise vital funds to enhance inpatient and community mental health services at Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, enabling more children to access the treatment they need at the time they need it, an already vitally needed service which is seeing increasing demand due to the impact of Covid-19.

About this role:

Alder Hey Children’s Charity is seeking to appoint a Trusts and Foundations Officer who will help to increase and maintain income from charitable trusts and foundations. The post holder will manage a portfolio of prospects and donors and will also be responsible for developing a prospect research programme that will support both the Trusts and Foundations, and Major Giving income streams.

The key aims of this post are:

• To support the Trusts and Foundations Partnerships Manager and Director of Philanthropy to manage and grow income from charitable trusts and foundations, and major donors.
• To co-ordinate a rolling programme of applications, updates and reports with small to medium sized Trusts and Foundations against an agreed work plan.
• To develop and carry out a regular programme of prospect research into new trusts and foundations and high net-worth individuals, using prospect lists and databases.
• To raise an annually agreed personal target to contribute towards the overall Trusts and Foundations and Major Giving annual target

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Successfully and professionally managing a portfolio of existing and prospective trusts and through tailored written correspondence, timely reporting, telephone contact and face to face meetings
• Writing high-quality, detailed and targeted proposals and applications to new and existing trusts and foundations, using strong cases for support
• Conducting excellent account management, meeting donors needs as required, fostering long-term positive relationships.
• Working effectively with charity and hospital staff and other internal stakeholders to identify new funding opportunities and secure timely updates for reporting purposes
• Working with Alder Hey Children’s Charity’s Stewardship Officer to develop timely and engaging reports, case studies and other media pieces to feed back to current and prospective donors
• Researching individual Trusts and Foundations and high net-worth individuals to determine their suitability as new prospects in relation to Alder Hey Children’s Charity’s current and future funding needs
• Identifying philanthropic advisers and other bodies who could initiate introductions to new donors for Alder Hey Children’s Charity
• Undertaking administrative responsibilities including writing thank you letters, agreeing grant agreements and updating internal donor records to ensure effective information management
• Keeping up to date on UK donor trends.

Our Values

Here at Alder Hey Children’s Charity, our values guide the way in which we work. By being courageous, working together, being passionate about our work, and making sure that we are creative in what we do, helps us to deliver the support necessary so that our Hospital can continue to deliver the very best care for our young patients and their families. Our values are:

Courage: we try new things and take risks to innovate and drive forward new ideas. We have the courage to speak up and take a stance. We are accountable, responsive and responsible. We are unstoppable.

Together: we work together as one team, sharing our knowledge and learning. We work in partnership with patients, families, supporters and colleagues. We are respectful, celebrate diversity and empower each other to achieve our aims.

Passion: we are passionate about what we do and why we do it.  We work together to share and grow. We inspire others.

Magical: we are fun, creative and child led. We create special moments, provide little extras and go further for our brave young patients.  

Location

We're open to this role being home based, office based or a mix of the two (our offices are located on site at Alder Hey in Liverpool).

How to apply

You can apply by clicking the link below. Applications must include your CV, and a covering letter which explains how you meet the requirements of the role.

Closing date: 14 March 2021

Interview date: 25 March 2021

DEVELOPMENT MANAGER,

DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI RELATIONS OFFICE (DARO)

£30,942 - £33,797 PER ANNUM

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

FULL TIME, 36.5 HOURS PER WEEK

2 YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT

The Development and Alumni Relations Office (DARO), part of the directorate of Corporate Communications, develops the relationship between the University and its alumni and other supporters, linking this to philanthropic commitment to the University.

This is a full-time, fixed-term contract for two years.  The position is available immediately, and joins the team at an exciting time. The successful candidate will be responsible for cultivating and nurturing the relationships with those capable of making significant financial gifts to University of Chester, acting as Campaign Lead for a Major initiative over the term the post, which meets the university’s strategic priorities.

You will plan, develop and manage relationships with senior-level alumni, Trusts and Foundations, and other supporters, in order to secure financial support for the strategic objectives of the University, collaborating closely with members of academic faculty and the Senior Executive Team.

You will have a proven track record of fundraising or equivalent experience of generating income and meeting targets, with a wide understanding of philanthropy, and why people give. The successful candidate will be a results driven, strategic thinker with the ability to build and nurture transformative internal and external relationships. You will be a strong written and verbal communicator and passionate about your work, and the difference higher education can make in our communities and society.

The post is normally based in Chester, with some travel expected to meet the needs of the post (the DARO are currently working remotely).

For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Helena Astbury, Head of Development and Alumni Relations on +44 (0)1244 511005 .

Candidates may download further details from our website  and apply for the post via our Online Recruitment Website quoting reference number RA006036.

Closing date: Monday 8th March 2021.

Have you got a good knowledge of Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS)? Do you understand the problems we face from them? Have you the knowledge and skills to manage a project to develop a coordinated approach to tackling INNS in Wales? If so, you might be just who we’re looking for.

The Wales Resilient Ecosystem Network Project (WaREN) will work towards establishing an exemplar, collaborative pan-Wales framework for tackling Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) in Wales. It will develop linkages between existing INNS projects, initiatives, working groups and local action groups to minimise duplication, increase engagement and participation and enable the undertaking of a co-operative, strategic approach for management of INNS in Wales.

Our new WaREN Project Manager will be responsible for the delivery of project outputs. With the assistance of two Project Officers (North Wales and South Wales respectively) the Project Manager will ensure delivery of effective communications to establish a recognisable brand, consolidate a network of stakeholders including local groups, develop an online information hub to empower local groups to take action, promote biosecurity, develop and promote joined-up strategies to tackle INNS, develop campaigns to encourage INNS action across all sectors and help to secure a financially sustainable future for the WaREN initiative.

The successful candidate will be a confident, flexible worker, with the ability to use their own initiative. They will possess good leadership skills and have proven experience in project and staff management. They will be well organised, able to multi-task and pay attention to detail. They will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to represent the North Wales Wildlife Trust on INNS issues at all levels, including working with Welsh Government and its statutory bodies.

An opportunity has arisen to join our charity Passion for Learning.  If you are keen to promote and support the enrichment, education and mental well-being of school age children, then we'd love to hear from you.

The role of the Fundraising and Development Manager is integral to the smooth delivery of our key services.

We would welcome applications from experienced fundraisers who are able to meet the criteria in the role description:

• Developing and managing a fundraising strategy to promote and enable the strategic aims of the organisation, both short and long term.

• Initiating and maintaining a strong portfolio of business partners willing to provide innovative support to our organisation and beneficiaries. 

• Supporting the work of the Senior Leadership Team. 

Holidays 

5.6 weeks per year plus public holidays

Hours 

37 hours per week to be worked flexibly to meet the requirements of the organisation 

Workbase 

Office in Ellesmere Port but with travel across Cheshire West 

Working remotely while restrictions are in place 

Checks 

DBS check and professional references

Role Purpose 

The role holder is responsible for the funding and partnerships which enable the organisation to achieve its objectives. From successfully applying for funding from various sources, to stewarding donors and corporate partners, the role holder is responsible for maintaining a strong funding pipeline in line with the organisation’s ambitions for growth. 

The role holder will help to inform and support the work of the senior leadership team. 

Responsibilities

Deliver an agreed income target, with significant growth year on year.

• Research potential funding sources and opportunities to create high-quality, compelling funding applications to grant making trusts and foundations to accurately reflect the organisation’s impact for beneficiaries. 

• Steward existing donors and corporate partners who sponsor Passion for Learning’s work, involving them in projects as appropriate to safeguard their continued support. 

• Maintain the funding pipeline with sufficient applications and requests for support to meet the organisation’s needs, regularly feeding back on outcomes to the senior leadership team. 

• Provide impact reports to funders and supporters based on organisational data, case studies and beneficiary feedback, reflecting the achievement of expected funding outcomes. 

• Develop new, sustainable major donor and corporate relationships, through cold prospecting, existing networks and working closely with the senior leadership team and existing supporters, to identify new prospects within their networks. 

• Produce high quality written proposals and make verbal presentations / face to face asks to a range of audiences. 

• Contribute to the social media and communications channels for the organisation, working with the team on key messages, posts and press releases as required. 

• Produce fundraising communications and promotional materials for relevant stakeholders with the support of the team.

• To undertake administration duties associated with submitting applications, thanking donors, completing end of grant reports and regular donor communications. 

• Ensure adherence to the relevant charity legislation and the Institute of Fundraising’s Codes of Fundraising Practice. 

• Generate written reports and funding updates for management as required. 

• Carry out other, reasonable duties, as requested by the CEO, including attendance at events and meetings, as and when required. 

• Work as a positive member of the team, contributing to continuous improvement through flexible and creative responses and supporting the growth/evolution and development of the organisation to meet the developing vision. 

• Together with other members of the team, act as a champion for the organisation; representing and positively promoting the organisation at all times.

• Work inclusively and undertake all work in accordance with PfL’s values, policies, principles and procedures.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Educated to degree level

• Excellent standard of literacy, numeracy and IT competency 

• Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of the challenges faced by Passion for Learning beneficiaries 

• Fundraising Qualification

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE  

(Paid or Voluntary) 

• Experience in fundraising to secure income from diverse sources including multi-year grants 

• Experience in networking and working collaboratively, demonstrating an understanding of the voluntary and community sector

• Experience of the charity sector 

• Knowledge of the education sector 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

• High level of communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to deliver presentations professionally, taking account of diverse audience needs and to maximise impact 

• Ability to be proactive and to problem solve, including seeking creative or imaginative solutions 

• Able to demonstrate commitment to innovation and ability to support innovation and continuous improvement in practice

• Self-motivated and self-disciplined, able to prioritise own workload and deliver to deadlines

• Ability to manage multiple tasks, managing stakeholder communication and working to agreed plans 

• Good organisational skills and ability to work across a number of tasks and work areas

• Experience of communications across multiple channels 

PERSONAL  ATTRIBUTES & OTHER FACTORS 

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and ‘can do’ attitude

• Ability to work and travel flexibly 

• Positive, professional and pragmatic approach 

• Commitment to equality and diversity

• Full driving licence with use of a vehicle

• Clear enhanced DBS and satisfactory references 

• Interest in social enterprise and in collaboration with other organisations 

VLE and Remote Learning Coordinator

They have a fantastic opportunity for an individual to work within their Education and Training Centre (CETC) and E-learning team.

The role of a VLE and Remote Learning Coordinator performs an important part in ensuring they provide an excellent remote/blended learning experience. You will be responsible for the maintenance of their VLE ensuring up-to-date content for their students on qualification programmes.

VLE and Remote Learning Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Contributing towards high-quality student experience and learner outcomes though maintenance of, and improvements to, virtual learning environment and via tasks relating to other applications that support remote learning.
• Working with e-learning development team, customer services team and others, setting-up new e-learning courses within VLE and ensuring they are accessible by customers.

VLE and Remote Learning Coordinator Requirements:

• You must have experience of working in a teaching/training environment and have good technical knowledge of VLE management.
• You will be a great communicator with a proven ability to confidently liaise with internal colleagues and external stakeholders to enable an excellent customer experience.

About the company:

Our client is a UK-based international accountancy membership and standard-setting body. They are the only such body globally dedicated to public financial management.

Our client believes that improving public services is the key to changing lives for the better and that good public financial management is central to achieving this ambition.

Their educational and advisory services help their members, students and other public finance professionals throughout their careers – helping them add value to their teams and the organisations for which they work.

Through their work, they help ensure public money is raised and spent with the highest degree of openness.

They are committed to making a real difference to the world they live in.

Please note they may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.

Location: They are currently working from home. In normal circumstances the location is flexible, London, Chester or homeworking.

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 36 per week (normally between the hours of 9.00am to 5.00pm)

Salary: £22,000 - £24,000

Benefits: Up to 10% employer's pension contribution. Season ticket loans. Employee Assistance Helpline. Exclusive employee discount and rewards at many major brands including health & well-being, retail, restaurants and mobile technology provider.

Closing date for applications: 14th March, 2021

You may have experience of the following: Remote Learning Coordinator, Virtual Learning Environment, Learning & Development Assistant, Training Coordinator, Training Administrator, L&D Assistant, L&D Coordinator, Education, Teacher, Teaching, Tutor, Teaching Assistant, etc,

Ref: 97220

We are looking for a talented individual to support our Local Project Manager and Volunteer Caseworker to deliver our Parents in Mind perinatal mental health peer support project in Halton and St Helens – initially until April 2022, but with the possibility of extension, subject to funding.  This role is home-based but will include travel (sometimes at short notice) to the Halton and St Helens area, so access to transport and a flexible approach to working are essential. The post will be for 14 hours per week.

You must have excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to quickly create rapport with volunteers, service users, NCT practitioners and a range of staff from local services. An understanding of mental health support pathways is also essential to the post. This is a complex project and covers multiple locations, so you must be able to confidently prioritise your own work, be highly organised and able to work independently. In this largely pastoral role, the core of the work will be ensuring Parents in Mind peer supporters are able to provide service users with safe, well-informed and reliable support, so outstanding relationship building skills are vital. Good IT skills will also be required – including use of Outlook, Word and Excel. Ideally you will also have the skills to be able to engage with parents via social media. Please note some evening work may be required to support volunteers providing evening peer support.

It is essential for this post that you are, or undertake the training to become, a Parents in Mind peer supporter. This training requires lived experience/close support of another who has experienced mental health difficulties during the transition to parenthood, and the accredited training would be undertaken in addition to your paid hours.

We are taking positive action to increase diversity throughout our organisation, at all levels, and to nurture a culture of inclusion for all our people and the parents and families that we support.  More details about our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion action can be found at http://bit.ly/3c86BUf

We are committed to zero discrimination both internally and externally regardless of visible or invisible difference such as sex, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity, disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, religion or belief, gender identity, economic class, marital/civil partnership, family status including single parents, socio-economic background and pregnancy and maternity.We provide reasonable adjustments and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. 

Please see the attache job description for more information.

The closing date for the role is 8th March 2021 with interviews intended to date place on either 11th March or 16th March 2021.

We are taking positive action to increase diversity throughout our organisation, at all levels, and to nurture a culture of inclusion for all our people and the parents and families that we support.  More details about our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion action can be found at http://bit.ly/3c86BUf.

We are committed to zero discrimination both internally and externally regardless of visible or invisible difference such as sex, sexual orientation, age, race, ethnicity, disability, impairment, learning difference or long-term condition, religion or belief, gender identity, economic class, marital/civil partnership, family status including single parents, socio-economic background and pregnancy and maternity.We provide reasonable adjustments and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.