Communications For Development Team Assistant Jobs
Location: Hybrid working part London Office (Islington, London) part home work. The post holder will work a minimum of 1 day per week in the office.
Salary: £34,550 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Closing date: 9 April 2024 at 10.00am
Interview date: 17 April 2024 over video
This is a permanent role.
Who we are looking for
Volunteering is a growing area at JDRF with huge potential to connect with people who want to give their time to support the work we do by sharing their lived experience, their enthusiasm or their core skills. To do this we are looking for a passionate, organised and collaborative person to manage our centralised volunteer department.
You will work with teams across JDRF to recruit, retain and steward our amazing volunteers as they support the work JDRF delivers for people living with type 1 diabetes. Promoting the benefits of working with volunteers and ensuring that all teams within JDRF consider the impact volunteers can bring to our work.
You will lead on our volunteer programmes, the Insight and Experience Panel and Youth Ambassadors Programme. Ensuring volunteers receive excellent stewardship alongside delivering to the needs of JDRF. Reviewing and evaluating the programmes alongside agreed KPI’s alongside the administration of these programmes.
You will ensure there is a portfolio of volunteer opportunities that support organisational need and match volunteer motivations and that we review and evaluate the success of opportunities available.
As the first point of contact for volunteer queries, you must be a confident communicator both verbally and in writing. You should be as happy to pick up the phone as you are to write out an email and be able to judge what type of communication works best in different instances.
You will also be responsible for ensuring that all information relating to volunteering is recorded on our database. And that the data is used to help support decisions made within the department.
Above all we’re looking for someone who can get excited about volunteering and champion the benefits of getting involved.
Experience required
You’ll have previous experience of:
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Recruiting, retaining and stewarding volunteers
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Administration, data entry, record keeping, correspondence across different audience
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Recording and analysing data
About JDRF
JDRF is the world’s leading charitable research funder into type 1 diabetes, improving lives until we find the cure. We are dedicated to our 400,000 strong type 1 community in the UK and work closely with our international affiliates across the world, including the US, Canada and Australia.
You will find a vibrant atmosphere and spirited team at JDRF, always striving to make a difference to people living with type 1.
Employee benefits
As an employer we offer:
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Hybrid working arrangements
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Flexible working and will consider compressed hours
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Generous annual leave entitlement – 25 days per year plus bank holidays for full-time staff with leave increasing after three and five years’ service
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Health cash plan that allows you to claim for some treatments such as dental, optical and physiotherapy treatment
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Season ticket and cycle loan
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Pension scheme
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Family-friendly policies – maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave at enhanced rates
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Personalised training to suit your career aspirations and professional development
JDRF is an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This is an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join the vibrant staff team at Emmanuel House. This Finance Assistant role is integral to developing the financial infrastructure and underpinning the organisation so that the charity is always ready to move into the next stage of development and importantly, supports the value of high-quality standards in all aspects of its work.
This role is suitable for someone who is ready to take the next step in their career.
BENEFITS:
· Salary: up to 30,000
· 32 days holidays including Bank Holidays
· Hybrid Working policy 60/40
· Negotiable hours between 30 and 37.5 hrs per week
· Pension
· Free refreshments
Role and Responsibilities
Your key purpose is to be responsible for supporting the day-to-day running of Emmanuel House’s finance function, ensuring that systems are maintained for the purpose of supporting the charity’s delivery of services. We are looking for a person who is a skilled account, has a can-do attitude and is a great communicator.
· High level of autonomy over how you develop the role.
- Being the lead and central person around which all financial functions operate.
- Implement financial controls conforming to SORP principles.
- Regular reconciliation of accounts using QuickBooks.
- Produce monthly management accounts.
- Prepare budgets.
- Devise, establish and maintain systems that are suitable for rent collection and rent accountancy.
- Assist the CEO and Finance Manager in the setting of forecasts, cashflow and other reports as required.
- Great personal organisation, management, and communication skills.
- Devise, establish and maintain systems suitable for rent collection and rent accountancy.
- Oversee the preparation of payroll administration.
Emmanuel House provides services for people who are homeless. It is an independent charity that has served Nottingham of over forty years. The organisation has grown significantly as a quality provider, achieving excellent results for people in need. A consequence of this has been the increase in financial turnover.
We are looking to appoint a person who is enthusiastic about the mission of Emmanuel House and has the ability to deliver this new role in the organistion.
The post holder will be based with Emmanuel House Support Centre in Nottingham City Centre with some flexible working.
The successful candidate will be subject to DBS and reference checks.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Purpose of the position
The primary role of the Governance Assistant is to provide administrative support to the workstreams under the Head of Governance, which include but are not limited to, annual work plan, royal charter, bylaws, elections, policies and procedures and GDPR compliance.
The Governance Assistant will act with integrity, positivity, energy, and adaptability, using their skills to build effective relationships and work within a shared vision.
The Governance Assistant will be a member of the Business Administration Team and will focus on supporting the Head of Governance to ensure the maintenance of high-quality governance processes within the organisation.
Key relationships
The Governance Assistant will be expected to establish and maintain effective working relationships with these key positions within the College of Paramedics including:
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Head of Governance;
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Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive;
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Other members of the Business Administration Team;
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President and Vice President;
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Chief Operating Officer;
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Chief Executive Group;
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Chairs and Members of the Paramedic and Student Councils;
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Administrative, membership, marketing, IT, and finance staff;
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Board of Trustees
The Governance Assistant’s duties and responsibilities include:
Governance
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Work closely with the Head of Governance to ensure the charity is compliant with regulatory requirements
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Maintain a good understanding of the governance processes and requirements, and work closely with the Head of Governance to ensure they are efficiently and effectively managed
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Maintain a good understanding of the implications for the role and organisation of the requirements of GDPR and other relevant legislation
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Maintain a good understanding of the need for effective policies and procedures, sustained within a robust review process
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Support the efficient and effective day-to-day functioning and co-ordination of the administrative activities associated with governance within the College of Paramedics
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Prioritise and time manage the administrative workload appropriately to meet specific deadlines.
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Support the Head of Governance on the election of trustees and member representatives as required, working with the Membership, Marketing and Engagement team and liaising with candidates, election services and incumbents.
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Provide administrative support for various governance aspects around the Board, Councils, member meetings, reporting and the Chief Executive Group
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Provide administrative support for aspects of Board Meetings/Committees and resources in the absence of the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive
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Support with timely production of relevant minutes, reports, action summaries and follow ups alongside the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive and Head of Governance
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Coordinate travel, venue bookings and accommodation for Board, Committees and Councils where appropriate
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Provide administrative support to the Royal Charter project
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Work closely with the Head of Governance to ensure relevant information is shared with third parties or stakeholders
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Oversee the formatting and editing process associated with key documents, in line with branding guidelines;
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Develop and maintain effective electronic filing systems ensuring that information is kept securely and is accessible as appropriate;
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Attend physical meetings at locations within the United Kingdom, as required;
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Undertake other tasks or projects that may arise;
Business Administration
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Providing cover and administrative support to the Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive and Personal Assistant in any absence or when the needs of the business demand
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Coordinating electronic diaries;
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The coordination and business arrangements for College of Paramedics meetings, including serving as a Secretariat for meetings, various established or short-term functions of the College. This includes but is not limited to preparing agendas, taking minutes, action logs, sourcing venues, liaising with delegates, booking travel and accommodation, catering, sourcing audio visual equipment and facilitating remote attendance, collating meeting documentation, recording minutes and /actions;
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Assist with the co-ordination of General Enquiries received by the College of Paramedics over the phone or via email/dedicated mailbox, including tracking responses to ensure all enquires are dealt with in a timely manner;
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Undertake and complete an ongoing development review process, set by, and reviewed on an ongoing basis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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| 37.5 Hours per week, Part time may be considered | YMCA City Gateway Office/Black Country Wide
Are you an experienced regional manager, passionate about early years education and quality assurance? Do you have experience of multi-site operational management or are you looking for the next step in your career? If so, YMCA Black Country Group wants you!
What You'll Do:
• Actively lead a team of Nursery Managers to ensure excellence in early years education, being a visible role model for quality and best practise.
• Serve as the key point of contact for Ofsted, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
• Support Nursery Managers to maximise income working alongside our internal finance team.
• Maintain partnerships with stakeholders to drive business growth and development.
• Adopt the YMCA’s bespoke curriculum and pedagogy, enabling our children and families to belong, contribute and thrive.
What You'll Bring:
• Senior management experience in an early-years setting.
• Strong financial acumen and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Personal commitment to the Christian faith, and practical expression of that faith in a professional context*
Benefits
The successful applicant will also receive:
· 24/7 Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
· Cycle to work scheme
· Access to our IMHR Plus online portal, offering discounts at major brands and retailers
· SimplyHealth cash plan e.g. dental care, physiotherapy, diagnostic consultation, tests, scans and more
· Life Assurance scheme
And much more! Please refer to recruitment pack or job description for full details.
It is a requirement that the successful applicant will complete an enhanced DBS check before taking up the role.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy before this date should we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Therefore, we encourage and support the recruitment, retention and career development of people from as wide a range as possible of ethnic, cultural and social backgrounds.
YMCA BCG is a trauma-informed organisation; we recognise and understand the widespread impact of trauma on individuals to shape policies, practices, and culture. We are sensitive and responsive to the needs of those who have endured trauma to prevent its recurrence among clients and staff.
* A Genuine Occupational Requirement in accordance with the Equalities Act 2010
Please read the Job Description / Person Specification before submitting your application. Many thanks for your interest.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
CARE ASSISTANT - CHILDREN'S RESIDENTIAL
£24,102 - £25,608 PER ANNUM
£12.36 - £13.13 PER HOUR
HERTFORDSHIRE
What we can offer
- Full time or part time hours available – between two or five shifts per week
- Mixed shift pattern of earlies and lates (07:00 – 14:30/ 14:15 – 21:45)
- Rewarding opportunities to support children and young people with complex needs and Epilepsy to “live life to the full”
- Starting salary of £12.36 per hour
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Career pathway including registration onto a Level 3 in Residential Childcare (fully funded by St Elizabeth’s)
- Onsite training and assessment team delivering a variety of learning opportunities and development opportunities
- 20% uplift on your salary for working overtime on a Saturday & Sunday
- Subsidised staff transport service from Bishops Stortford, Harlow, Sawbridgeworth and Stansted Abbotts that runs in line with our shift patterns
- Eligible for Blue Light card and other health and leisure discounts
- Free onsite parking and subsidised canteen
What you’ll be doing
- Daily care and living support, which includes personal care
- Promoting independence and learning in line with well being
- Encouraging fun leisure and social activities
- Ensuring a safe, secure and clean home environment
- Food preparation and cooking meals
- Administering medication (full training provided)
What we are looking for
You'll be passionate about supporting children and young people to ensure they reach their goals and have the best possible futures. Ideally you will have some previous experience of working in care or education, but if you can commit to being dedicated, patient and adaptable with excellent communication skills, then you are just the person we need!
How to apply
Complete an application form and upload an up to date CV on our website. All offers are conditional and subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks and references including an enhanced DBS check. Please note we are not on a public transport route. The salary range advertised is based on full-time equivalent and appointment on the scale is dependent on the role, qualifications and experience. Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis; therefore, we recommend that you apply sooner rather than later. We reserve the right to close an advert if we receive sufficient applications ahead of the deadline.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At St Elizabeth’s we embrace equality and aspire to create a diverse and inclusive working culture. We are proud to be recognised as an Investor in People and to hold Disability Confident status. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming all applications from across the community. If you require any reasonable adjustments at application or interview stage, please do contact us as soon as possible.
Safeguarding
St Elizabeth’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, vulnerable adults and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service. Some of our positions involve regulated activity relevant to vulnerable children, adults and young people. It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group. Our vacancies are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Registered Charity 1176777
REF-212 348
The Operational Support Assistant provides a first line contact for operational staff and to assist in the development and maintenance of quality assurance measures to support the functioning and ensure the quality of the operational delivery units.
Main Responsibilities:
- Assist in the delivery of effective, efficient, support service at all times
- Act as a consistent contact for both operational and charity staff
- Assist the Operational Support Manager in accordance with the KSSAAT policies and procedures
- Assist the Operational Support Manager to ensure that the implementation of new procedures is undertaken in an appropriate and timely manner
- Assist the Operational Support Manager to ensure the availability of sufficient, clean, well maintained and serviceable equipment, medicines and consumables for use by the operational delivery units and their staff.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of systems and processes to quality assure the logistical processes of the operation and operational staff’s compliance with them.
- Where qualified, and in liaison with the Clinical Managers, provide effective co-ordination and monitoring of all elements of KSSAAT Health and Safety, risk assessment and risk management.
- Assist the Operational Support Manager in ensuring a supply of serviceable equipment and accessories to allow the support of KSSAAT staff induction and training courses.
About you:
- Previous experience of working in a medical environment
- Previous experience of handling and servicing medical equipment
- Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
- A resilient and calm personality in a potentially fast paced environment
- Adaptable, tactful and diplomatic, remaining good humoured under pressure
About KSS:
We are Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS), and we fight every day to save lives. We are Team KSS, a close-knit team of dedicated, skilled, sector-leading experts with an incredible level of expertise. We are passionate about what we do which drives us to always deliver our very best.
We’re driven by our purpose of saving lives and ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients. Last year alone we responded to over 3,000 incidents. We are fearless and tireless in fighting to save every life.
Our charity headquarters and forward operating base are located at Rochester Airport, with our aircraft hangar and maintained at Redhill Aerodrome. When the call comes, we can reach any part of Kent, Surrey or Sussex in under 30 minutes.
AdditionalInformation:
The closing date for this role is the 19th April 2024. However, the role may close prior to this date if a suitable candidate is found.
Location: Redhill Aerodrome, Surrey
Contract: Full time, Fixed Term Contract
Salary £24,000 - £27,000
Benefits 33 days annual leave rising with service Occupational/Enhanced Sick Pay Enhanced Parental Leave Access to the Blue Light Card and Blue Light Events Access to the Wellbeing Hub Money Purchase Pension Scheme Group Life Assurance Cover Group Income Protection Cover Critical Illness Cover Employee Assistance Programmes Hybrid working Development opportunities
Closing date: 19-04-2024
REF-212 682
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Freedom from Torture is the Winner of the Overall Award for Excellence and the top prize for Campaigns and Advocacy at the 2023 Charity Awards.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive and her office to boost the impact of our holistic clinical services and campaigning for the benefit of torture survivors.
Would you like to join our award-winning organisation?
About the role
You will support the Chief Executive to ensure the smooth running of Freedom from Torture's services and national and global influencing work against torture and for the rights of survivors of torture.
You will work at the highest levels of the organisation, with Freedom from Torture's Board of Trustees and Senior Management Team and help to manage important relationships for the Chief Executive including with government and civil society.
You will report to our Head of CEO Office and spend a small portion of your time providing executive support to our Director of Fundraising and Communications.
You will also support our Chair to ensure our Board of Trustees provides the best possible governance for Freedom from Torture including compliance with legal requirements and best practice in areas such as charity finance, risk management and safeguarding.
There is also scope within the role to coordinate projects to support the continuous development of Freedom from Torture.
About you
You will be a born organiser, with superb judgment, a diplomatic approach and problem-solving skills. You will have the ability to think two steps ahead, guided by our strategic and operational priorities, and the confidence to steer senior managers accordingly.
As a right-hand person to the Chief Executive, you will bring a meticulous attention to detail and exemplary skills in prioritisation, time management and task completion. Your written and verbal communication skills will be first-rate, and you will be comfortable handling confidential material with the utmost discretion.
You will be enthusiastic about improving the efficiency and effectiveness of Freedom from Torture's leadership team.
Do you possess the essential qualities, experience, and skills for this important role? We would love to hear from you.
In return, we offer a competitive package, with a generous 30-day annual leave entitlement, and 6% employer pension contribution (minimum 1% employee contribution).
Freedom from Torture is committed to showing the salary for all advertised roles and not negotiating salaries for roles, in light of evidence that this contributes to structural inequality.
Our policy is that all appointments will be at the start of the salary range but successful candidates will have the opportunity to move up the scale over time. The progression up the salary range is reviewed on an annual basis and subject to affordability. For this role, the salary range is £37,874 - £43,934 per annum.
To view the Job Description and Person Specification, please visit our website
Please note a CV and a cover letter addressing the job description and person specification of the role are mandatory to be considered for the position.
Freedom from Torture is dedicated to healing and protecting people who have survived torture. We provide therapies to improve physical and mental health, we medically document torture, and we provide legal and welfare help. We expose torture globally, we fight to hold torturing states to account and we campaign for fairer treatment of torture survivors in the UK.
We campaign for national and global change, using evidence from our services and survivor voices to protect and promote survivors' rights and hold torturing states to account. We are proud to play a significant role in the global anti-torture movement. Survivors, active and empowered, are at the centre of all of our work.
Freedom from Torture is committed to its responsibilities under safeguarding, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a satisfactory standard disclosure, as well as a need for full employment history and up to date employment references.
Freedom from Torture is an equal opportunity employer. People with lived experience of torture or asylum, from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ individuals and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Due to the nature of this rolling recruitment process, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early. Previously unsuccessful applicants for our January 2024 recruitment campaign need not re-apply.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Wildlife Supporter Officer (Face-to-Face Membership Recruiter)
Wanted in the following locations: Staveley Nature Reserve, near Harrogate; Moorlands Nature Reserve, near York; Dearne Valley Country Park, near Barnsley; or Stirley, near Huddersfield
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust are looking for chatty and confident nature lovers to join our successful team and inspire the public to take urgent action for wildlife and wild places through membership.
You will be on the very front line of our charitable nature conservation mission, utilising your strong sales skills and your friendly and persuasive personality to encourage people to give us their financial support to bring about nature’s vital recovery.
A typical working day will revolve around enthusing everyone you meet to take small and manageable steps to becoming a force for nature. You will work at a variety of events and locations across Yorkshire, including our very own nature reserves, farmers' markets, shopping centres, country shows and major festivals. Here you will pass on your passion for our charity's work and inspire people to support us with the help of a fully-branded gazebo and interactive display set up.
Experience in sales and fundraising within either the private or charity sector would be a distinct advantage, through full training and support will be given. You will represent us in a professional manner at all times, understand and adhere to fundraising regulations and keep up to date with our work by conducting your own research and attending team meetings, both virtually and in-person.
To be successful in this role, you must have your own vehicle with business insurance.
How to apply:
Please submit an up-to-date CV and supporting statement. When writing your supporting statement, please refer to the person specification within the job description, and ensure you describe your relevant knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the role. Ideally, your CV and supporting statement should be in an editable format, such as Word, so we can anonymise your documents prior to the short-listing process. Please DO NOT include any personal details (name, address etc) within your supporting statement.
Closing date: Tuesday 16 April 2024 at midnight
Interview date: Monday 29 April and Tuesday 30 April 2024
Please note that applications received after the closing deadline may not be considered. The Trust regrets that it is unable to give feedback on unsuccessful applications.
We are committed to creating a Movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We want our people to flourish, just like nature.
REF-212 813
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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR assistant to be responsible for recruitment and HR administration across a busy team
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Responsible for supporting the end to end recruitment process including liaising with candidates, successful and unsuccessful, to provide an engaging recruitment experience
- Providing recruiting managers with applicant paperwork for shortlisting
- Completing pre-employment checks (including right to work, DBS, occupational health)
- Monitoring the onboarding process, keeping recruiting managers informed, in line with proposed start dates
- Overseeing the team inbox throughout the day, acknowledging receipt of emails, and allocating to People Team members as appropriate
- Data entry to ensure records are accurate and up to date
- Generating standard letters in support of the starter, leaver, staff changes processes o Supporting the People Officer with administration of volunteer processes as required
- Providing support on ad-hoc administration tasks across the People and OD Team
Ideal candidate profile:
- Experience of working in a similar role, providing a high standard of customer care in a fast-paced environment
- Extensive administration experience within the recruitment and onboarding process
- Understanding of core HR processes
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong IT system knowledge including experience using HR and recruitment systems
- Charity Sector experience (Desirable)
Agency reference number: J78915
Location: Central London
Hourly rate: £16-18 PAYE inclusive of holiday pay
Working hours: Full time
Working pattern: 1 day per week on site
This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.
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Job title: Supporter Care Officer
Reporting to: Fundraising Manager
Terms: Permanent Contract, 25 days Holiday (exc. Bank Holidays) pro rata, 5% pension contribution.
Place of work: Our central office (Bristol) with some hybrid working optional and occasional visits to our Plymouth and Bristol warehouses
About FareShare South West
FareShare South West is the region’s largest food redistribution charity. We take good-to-eat surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, and share it with over 400 charities, schools and community hubs across the south west, joining the dots between food waste and hunger and transforming an environmental problem into social good.
Purpose of role
FareShare South West’s (FSSW) fundraising strategy and income streams have developed and diversified rapidly in line with major growth since 2017. Individual giving (IG) became a new major fundraising stream for us during the pandemic and is essential for ongoing sustainability as we expand and launch new programmes and operations to fight hunger and food waste.
The Supporter Care Officer (SCO) is responsible for all donor support processes, systems, strategies and individual giving fundraising appeals, which ensure we have excellent relationships with our donors to retain and grow our IG income. Powerful narratives, storytelling and engagement with donors is crucial to ensure that our funding need and impact is shared with supporters.
The SCO will work with the Fundraising Manager (FM) and Chief Fundraising and Communications Officer (CFCO) to grow our major donor, regular giving, appeal and legacy income alongside sustaining our irregular giving and Gift Aid income. The SCO will work with the Fundraising Assistant to thank supporters, record donations and support individuals with their own fundraising events.
The pay scale for this role reflects that we're open to applications from experienced Supporter Care and Individual Giving fundraisers, and also those looking to move into the sector who have transferable skills.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This role will be known internally within the organisation as Membership Services Assistant Manager
Coventry University Students’ Union (known as Your SU) is a membership organisation which aims to improve the lives and experiences of students across the Coventry University Group. There are four main campuses of Coventry University Group in London: Liverpool Street, Dagenham, Greenwich and Vauxhall.
The Assistant Manager is responsible for managing the delivery of operations at the Students’ Union’s sites in London, ensuring Your SU’s Membership Services are delivered across the region.
You will be a key driver in developing our services across the London campuses and will work directly with students, their representatives and local university management teams, to improve the student experience and the offer at their campuses.
You will be promoting students’ union services, developing activities as well as supporting the local student officers with campaigns and projects. The Your SU team supporting the London campuses is a small yet effective team. You will have the support from the wider organisation (based largely in Coventry) however on a day-to-day basis in London there will be occasional times when you are working on your own so being self-motivated and able to work on your own initiative is essential.
Successful applicants will need to be passionate, creative and talented, with an interest in being on the cutting edge of innovation and delivery in the student movement. You must be an effective communicator to develop and maintain strong working relationships with our members and stakeholders. It would be beneficial to have previous experience in student services / student representation / Students’ Unionism.
Coventry University Students’ Union’s values are to be helpful, inclusive and ethical and these are reflected in our progressive and people focused rewards and benefits. We offer generous annual leave, an agile working scheme and place a high level of importance on staff support, development, inclusivity, and wellbeing.
Key duties will include:
- To provide support to local Student Officers, Student Representatives and members with variety of activities and training.
- To enhance the student experience through supporting students and students’ union elected representatives to deliver positive change.
- To deliver a range of co- and extra-curricular services and engagement activities.
- Assist in the management of staff and report on work performance to line manager.
- To deliver local student elections, and ongoing induction and support, for elected members.
Working Hours and Location
This post is a permanent role, full-time contract (37.5 hours per week) with options for hybrid working.
The successful applicant will be expected to regularly visit all the London campuses ensuring a face-to-face offer for our members. Our current sites are located in Liverpool Street, Vauxhall, Dagenham and North Greenwich. Liverpool Street currently acts as our main hub.
As an organisation, we have an agile working programme which supports staff working from home. However, regular working each week is required onsite (minimum 3 days per week) and flexibility to meet additional business need is required, for example at certain times of the year on campus delivery may be required every day during busy student events (Welcome / Graduation etc). There may be some infrequent weekend and evening working for which time off in lieu will be given.
We have a flexible approach and are open to applications from candidates that may require some variation to the contracted hours or hybrid arrangements (although this is not a fully remote role and a minimum of 30 hours / 4 days is required). If you would like to apply on a reduced hours basis it would be helpful to include this information in your application questions however selection / shortlisting will not be influenced by this information.
Salary Details
The salary is £29,605 - £33,966 (+ £3,000 London Weighing Allowance) per annum.
It is usual to start at the bottom of the grade and will increase incrementally on an annual basis however for a candidate with highly relevant previous experience an offer may be made within the grade range. The salary advertised is the full time salary, if the role is taken on a reduced hour basis the salary (LWA and holiday entitlement) will be calculated pro-rata accordingly.
Job Description and Person Specification
To view the job description and person specification (including our shortlisting criteria) please see attached or visit our website under 'Work for Us'.
Application Process
To apply you will need to submit:
- Your CV
- A short application statement
- Equal opportunities form
We encourage you to read our shortlisting criteria (on the job description and person specification) and use the application statement to highlight how your skills and experience are relevant to this role. The applications that most closely match our shortlisting criteria will be invited for interview.
The application statement and equal opportunities form are downloadable from our website.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process, or have any questions relating to the role, please let us know.
Applications Close: Tuesday 2nd April 2024 at 9am
Interviews: Friday 19 April 2024
Focus on Diversity and Inclusion
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively committed to promoting equality and diversity, and expect all staff, students and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are especially keen to encourage expressions of interest from people currently under-represented within the organisation, these include but are not limited to those from the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background.
We are a disability confident employer and candidates with a disability will be guaranteed an interview, providing they meet all the essential requirements of the post.
Staff Benefits:
Our benefits offered to staff include:
- Occupational Pension Scheme, employer contributions matched up to 6%
- Generous annual leave, this role attracts 31 days holiday plus bank holidays (2 additional days after 2 years service and a further 3 days after 5 years.)
- Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential advice and support
- Mental Health First Aiders, colleagues who have received training to support others
- Life Insurance 3 x salary
- Eye care and Flu vouchers
- Staff reward and recognition schemes
- Agile working scheme
- Volunteer days, 3 paid per year
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
CAFOD is the official aid agency of the Catholic Church in England and Wales, working with people of all faiths and none around the world. We work in more than 40 countries, with more than 500 local partners, standing side by side with them to end poverty and injustice through practical support, emergency relief and advocacy.
Our strategy enables us to take a proactive and energetic response to many of the challenges facing the development sector. Whether it be supporting local leadership or addressing the increasing number and complexity of crises around the world that require a humanitarian response, CAFOD supports hundreds of local partners making a difference in the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world.
Last year this meant 594 grants and programme payments worth £41.8 million across 42 countries. These funds reached 1 million people directly who are vulnerable and excluded, helping them to survive and thrive now and into the future.
Would you like to join a team of people who are dedicated and passionate about tackling poverty around the world and helping to stand alongside people working for justice?
CAFOD is seeking a Director of Finance, IT and Infrastructure to join a strong and collaborative leadership team in bringing inspirational leadership, strategic guidance and skilled service in navigating the opportunities and challenges of the season ahead. You will lead a diverse and committed team who want to ensure our money continues to be used well and makes a real difference.
This role calls for a leader with a strategic mindset and relational approach, who will relish joining our team in a shared endeavour to tackle poverty and build a fairer world. If you are a senior financial leader with qualified accountant credentials, an interest in and aptitude for systems and process improvements, a strong passion and commitment to tackling global poverty issues, are a great team player and an inspiring leader we want to hear from you!
This is a UK-based, hybrid role with a minimum of 40% of your time in the London office.
CAFOD is working with Macaulay Search to make this appointment. Applications should be sent via email following the instructions in the job pack and must be received by 5 pm on 5th April 2024. Your application should be submitted in English and should comprise:
- A cover letter of not more than two pages outlining your relevant experience for the role and including your motivation, mentioning why the work of CAFOD excites you;
- CV, including educational and professional qualifications and a full employment history;
- Daytime, evening and/or mobile telephone numbers (to be used with discretion).
For further details about the role and the application process please follow the application link below.
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Post Title Community Shop Assistant Manager
Responsible to Community Shop Manager
Purpose of Post The Shop Assistant Manager will assist the Shop Manager in leading the paid and volunteer team to maximise the shop’s financial contribution and to promote the SCT mission by effective and entrepreneurial management and be responsible for the effective operation of the shop(s).
Salary£23,771.00. FTE Per Annum
Hours 35 hours per week
Location SCT Charity Shops (London)
Introduction:
Spitalfields Crypt Trust (SCT) is an East London charity providing practical help, support and training to people who have been homeless and suffering from addiction. It runs a homeless drop-in, a Recovery Hub (which includes an abstinence-based residential recovery hostel, a Primary Programme and a Continuing Care Programme), supported houses and two social enterprises supporting people in recovery from addictions to put their lives back together. Our integrative approach is based on the ‘Recovery Capital’ methodology and is a whole-person approach, which takes into account physical, cultural, social, human and spiritual factors and assets.
In employment we actively seek to recruit people with a good combination of talent, skills and potential, promoting equality for all, and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. We select all candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications, experience and commitment to the values and purposes of the organisation. (Sources - Equal Opportunities Policy 2.2 (i) and (v)). SCT is a growing organisation with opportunities for people with good motivational skills and high levels of initiative.
Role and Responsibilities:
Working alongside and reporting into the Shop Manager, together you will be responsible for the successful delivery of a profitable, customer focused shop.
Deputising for the Shop Manager, you will ensure the smooth running of the shop during their absence; this will include the accurate processing of any financial transactions, the delivery of shop floor and stockroom management, and adherence with policies and procedures.
Our shops are supported by a dedicated team of volunteers - we couldn't run our shops without them. You will oversee your volunteers' induction, management and development, and will encourage your shop team to share any ideas that may contribute towards the success of the store.
Together, you'll create a shop that will uphold SCT’s image and reputation, and help us raise vital funds that will help people in recovery from addiction and homelessness.
· To assist the Shop Manager in ensuring the shop is well run at all times
· To assist the manger recruit, train, manage and retain a volunteer team working within SCT values
· To optimise sales across all departments and to achieve set targets
· To ensure the team consistently provide excellent customer service to both customers and donors
· To maintain successful retail processes and merchandising.
· To maintain effective stock management and processing and carry out shop administration
· To take necessary action to repair and maintain the premises and to take all reasonable steps to protect SCT property from theft, damage or fire.
· To train staff and volunteers in and ensure team adherence to all health and safety policy and procedures with the support of the Shop Manger
· To work within the culture of maintaining a positive working environment to ensure job satisfaction and efficiency.
· Prepared to move around area and work at different locations if necessary.
· Ability to work flexibly, including working weekends.
· To be flexible when tasks not covered by the job description have to be undertaken.
Person Specification
Essential
Desirable
Skills and Knowledge
· Retail background
· People management skills
· Money management
· Good verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to work well as part of a team
· Good IT skills (including MS Office and email)
· Able to use own initiative
· Strong interpersonal skills
· Visual merchandising/window dressing
· Shop administration, finance,
Experience
· Commercial retail experience, preferably supervisory level
· Demonstrable and proven communication skills
· Demonstrable experience of working to targets
- Experience of working with donated goods
- Experience of working with volunteers
- Experience of charity retail
Cultural Indicators
Delivering Results
· Delivers great outcomes through our vision and strategy, effectively planning and meeting targets.
· Makes effective decisions.
Role Model / Leading by Example
· Is an inspiring role model for others, building trust and living our Vision / Mission and principles and delivering our services accordingly.
Continual Improvements
· Consistently seeks to improve how we do things to achieve and Embraces change and innovation.
Effective Communication
· Communicates clearly, effectively and honestly. Listens to others and adapts communication to suit them.
One Team
· Works with others as one team, actively collaborating to achieve a shared vision. Building relationships across SCT, sharing information and expertise.
Additional Benefits:
BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
BUPA Wellbeing plan
Cycle to work scheme
Season ticket loan
25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with length of service) plus bank holidays.
Contributory Pension Scheme with employer matched contributions of 5%
Training and Development opportunities
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Salary: £14,078.25 per annum (based on a full time equivalent of £23,463.71 per annum or £12 per hour)
Hours: 22.5 hours per week – flexible, but will include weekends and bank holidays
Location: Exmouth
Duration: Fixed term contract - 12 months
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity to come and work with us as part of our Retail Team, based at our Exmouth shop. We are seeking an organised and enthusiastic Assistant Manager to join us 3 days per week. Working closely with the Shop Manager, you will play a key role in leading the team, maximising sales and ensuring that the highest level of customer service is consistently delivered. Daily tasks may include:
- Providing cover for the Manager in their absence
- Supporting and guiding volunteers in the day to day running of the shop
- Stock control, sorting and rotation
- Displaying goods effectively, including creative displays and maintaining the shop's appearance
- Sorting and preparing unsaleable items for recycling or waste
- Facilitating and processing Gift Aid
The Candidate
We’re looking for someone who is self-motivated and has excellent interpersonal communication and customer care skills. Previous experience in retail and / or customer service environment is required with good problem-solving ability and a readiness for the ever-changing challenge that is charity retailing!
If you are looking for a new challenge that makes a real difference to the local community, we want to hear from you!
The Package
£12 per Hour. As a valued member of the team you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
- Maternity/Paternity & Adoption leave
- Pension scheme
- Occupational sick pay scheme
- Free counselling and financial wellbeing services
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience and career.
More Information and How to Apply
To apply, please visit our careers page scroll down to 'Charity Shop Assistant Manager - Exmouth' and click 'Apply for this job'.
The closing date for applications is mid day on the 8th of April 2024.
Interviews will be held via Teams on the 12th of April 2024.
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Due to the nature of this role, offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory basic DBS check and references.
Disclaimer: Devon Air Ambulance reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if a high number of applications are received. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unfortunately unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
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Do you want to help us create, support, educate and inform an inclusive community of healthcare professionals, and all parts of society, about the principles and practice of compassionate, holistic medicine and health care?
At the BHMA we recognise that health, social justice and climate justice are intertwined. We hope to effect change in the world through empowering our health professionals to look after themselves and their patients better, so that we can all look after the planet better.
We believe it is time to reach a wider audience to inspire them with the understanding of the importance of holism and holistic and compassionate healthcare. We are looking for someone with passion and dedication who will help us achieve this.
About our charity
The British Association for Holistic Medicine and Health Care (BHMA) is a charity, with a small team, dedicated to promoting holism in healthcare. We are a membership organisation that is 40 years old this year and has produced a respected journal for over 20 years.
Role Overview & Aims
We are looking for someone who will drive the BHMA into a new phase of growth. Someone with passion and dedication who will believe in our purpose and help us achieve this. We want to grow our reach and find new members, journal subscribers and people to enrol on our course. We also want to start producing professional webinars and podcasts in the run up to our conference this Autumn. We would also like to streamline the administrative running of the BHMA to make it more efficient and sustainable, whilst growing our income streams.
How we work
The BHMA operates as a remote team however the hub is in the Bath/Bristol area with our AGM & a conference to be held near Bristol in 2024. We have 2-3 evening Zoom meetings per month and our remote administrator works mornings.
You will work from home using your own computer, however occasional face-to-face meetings would be a bonus.
Roles & responsibilities
Main duties:
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Liaise with the trustees and attend meetings to provide regular updates on the ‘health’ of the charity and to share your vision for strengthening marketing and operations.
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Identify risks and opportunities and work with the Trustees to promote the charity’s vision and implement change.
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Governance - ensuring the charity adheres to data protection policies,the requirements of the Charity Commission, and any other legal requirements
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Being responsible for all administrative and operational functions of the charity - delegating where appropriate to the administrator/marketing assistant.
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Designing and implementing a marketing and communications strategy to primarily build and retain memberships and subscriptions.
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Supervising our remote administrator/marketing assistant
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Supervising and motivating our student ambassadors.
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Organising & innovating
Day to day activities:
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Website updates and improvements and web optimisation/SEO.
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Implementing social media campaigns.
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Implementing referral marketing campaigns.
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Simple podcast/video editing and uploading.
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Writing and editing digital content.
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Leveraging the networks and influence of our trustees/ambassadors and student ambassadors.
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Creating a role and sense of purpose for our student ambassadors.
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Promoting our key offerings: Student essay competition, Conference, Events and affiliate events, Our Professional Development Course, BHMA membership, and our Journal of Holistic Healthcare.
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Implementing and improving customer service/onboarding protocols/customer retention.
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Nurturing BHMA member communities.
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Membership data collection and analysis.
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Writing newsletters to members and non-members
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Networking and looking for collaboration opportunities.
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Financial management - initiating payments and overseeing finances.
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Submitting financial reports & gift aid to the Charities Commission.
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Contributing to the annual report presented at the BHMA AGM.
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Organising monthly trustee meetings, taking minutes and preparing agendas (in consultation with the Chair) and reports in advance
For further information please see our job description attached below.