Estates Manager
Location: Shelford Bottom, Cambridge with travel required to other sites
Hours: 37.5 per week (some evening and weekend work will be required)
Salary: £33-37k per annum (plus on call allowance)
Contract: Permanent

Our Hospice’s Team has a tight knit and supportive culture, it is a culture of hard work, efficiency and ‘going the extra mile’. As an Estates Manager, of this gold accredited ‘Best Employer’ Charity, you will manage our small and friendly Estates and Facilities (EF) team and take the lead in the management for Health and Safety for the organisation.

The Estates Manager (EM) will be responsible for all Arthur Rank Hospice Charity (ARHC) sites and grounds ensuring they are maintained to a high standard and all regulations are adhered to through the establishment, implementation and monitoring of processes and contractors.

The EM will be based at the hospice, Shelford Bottom, Cambridge, with travel required to all other ARHC sites in Cambridgeshire (our Charity’s shops, warehouse and Alan Hudson Centre in Wisbech). The hospice at Shelford Bottom is a state of the art facility and an exemplar in the charity sector.

We are looking for someone who has:

• experience in an estates/facilities management role in a similar size organisation
• experience of a building services/trade discipline
• experience in delivering great customer service
• experience of managing a team
• comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and application
• understanding of security requirements
• ability to analyse information, influence and negotiate
• flexible approach to work and working hours (some evening and weekend work will be required as dictated by charity’s events)
• clean and full UK driving licence and is able to drive a van

Please note that the standard level of the DBS check will be required.

Closing date: Sunday 6th December 2020
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted within 2 weeks from the closing date.

To Apply and for More Information:

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website. 

We are committed to inclusivity, respect, fairness, engagement and equality of opportunity for our patients and their families, our staff and trustees, our volunteers and our supporters. We value the strength that comes with difference and the positive contribution that diversity brings to our community. Therefore, candidates with a disability that meet the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

We are also working to increase diversity throughout the organisation and we particularly welcome applications from BAME people who are currently under-represented.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

No agencies please. 

SOS Children's Villages UK is going through an exciting period of growth, and we’re recruiting a Programme Manager to provide the crucial link between programmes and fundraising, contributing to growing grant income through supporting programme formulation for large funding opportunities, in line with key funding criteria.

This is a new post and reporting to the Head of Programme Funding, you will work with and alongside SOS’s country teams, contributing to programmes being planned and implemented to a high standard. As such you will facilitate high quality reporting in line with programme objectives, support programme teams in identifying and reporting challenges, mitigating risks and ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

The SOS Children's Villages UK offices are in Cambridge but this role can be largely home-based with travel to Cambridge, London and partners as required. Everyone is currently working from home as per government guidelines.

Please see the attached job description for further information about our Programme Manager role, how to apply and employee benefits (including a generous holiday entitlement, a contributory pension scheme and a Training & Development Policy) 

Applicants must be UK based (as must be able to travel as mentioned above), have the right to work in the UK and be able to produce the relevant valid documentation.

We will be unable to consider applications that do not have a cover letter.

SOS Children's Villages UK is going through an exciting period of growth, as part of which we are strengthening our programme funding team.

Reporting to the Head of Programme Funding, the Grant Fundraising Manager will secure charitable income from grant making organisations and support applications to statutory and lottery funding, prioritising restricted funds and projects with the greatest need, while ensuring unrestricted funding opportunities are maximised. With a passion and creativity for developing high quality grant applications and reports, you will be responsible for research to ensure a regular and reliable pipeline of new prospects, developing grant proposals and reports, whilst also leveraging existing relationships.

The SOS Children's Villages UK offices are in Cambridge but this role can be largely home-based with travel to Cambridge, London and partners as required. Everyone is currently working from home as per government guidelines.

Please see the attached job description for further information about our Grant Fundraising Manager role, how to apply and employee benefits (including a generous holiday entitlement, a contributory pension scheme and a Training & Development Policy) 

Applicants must be UK based (as must be able to travel if required as mentioned above), have the right to work in the UK and be able to produce the relevant valid documentation.

We will be unable to consider applications that do not have a cover letter.

Position: Trillion Trees Partnerships and Contracts Assistant (hosted at WCS)

Reports to: Executive Director Trillion Trees (London)

Location: Flexible (preference UK as UK right-to-work required)

Country Program/Sector: United Kingdom

Position Type and Salary:  Three days a week / pro rata from circa £25k depending on experience

Internal liaison:TT Programme Officer, TT Management Team

Expected travel: Regular visits to Cambridge, London, Woking [post-covid]

Program Description and Overview:

Trillion Trees - the joint venture for forests formed by BirdLife International, WCS and WWF – is moving into its next phase, with an Executive Director recently appointed, a new organisational strategy launched, and increased partnership and funding opportunities. Accordingly, the core functions of the Trillion Trees (TT) partnership require increased administrative and logistical support.

Job Summary:

• Increase efficiency of support to TT Executive Director, Management Team and Programme Officer primarily, but at times other key individuals across partner organisations to deliver objectives and key performance indicators
• Manage effectively donor and website enquiries, responding appropriately and ensuring timely engagement with internal and external stakeholders
• Working with, and with the support of the TT Programme Officer
  • to maintain and manage the database of TT documents and materials
  • to plan and deliver Trillion Trees events, including virtual, in-person, internal and external workshops and meetings, and external events
  • To deliver accurate collective reporting in a timely manner to TT Steering Committee, donors, and partners
• To monitor and support reporting on budgets and expenditures relating to cross-cutting TT programme activities
• To expand coordination and communications support as TT moves into a growth phase

Major Responsibilities:

• Act as the focal point for TT core functions, serving as first point of contact for the TT joint venture internally and externally, especially general queries, to ensure referral to the appropriate person within TT
• Coordinate logistics of meetings and conferences (virtual and in-person meeting bookings, preparation of agenda and other documentation); assist with logistics at the event, and record minutes
• Manage the Executive Director’s calendar and coordinate calendars of Management Team
• Provide administrative support in the preparation of internal and external reports, and other communication materials
• Maintain TT partnership files and electronic filing systems
• Coordinate publication production for TT (liaising with internal and external entities)
• Organise day-to-day financial payments and coding of expenses
• Organise travel arrangements and itineraries such as flight bookings, visas, and accommodation
• Manage incoming enquiries, emails, calls and arrange postal services as required
• Coordinate the administration of induction for new TT staff
• Provide general office duties, such as ordering supplies and equipment
• Any other reasonable duties as requested by TT Management Team

Donation/Project Coordination

• Working with the BirdLife team [where TT accounts are housed], assist in grant management to ensure compliance to BirdLife and donors’ administrative and financial procedures
• Assist in coordination of outgoing grants, including but not limited to drafting agreements, facilitating Legal and Finance reviews, coordinating agreement execution, overseeing compliance, and project reporting deadlines
• Distribution of funds raising grants, as appropriate, to partners/projects
• Request and organize monthly expenditure data, and input to project finance spreadsheet(s)
• Raise invoices and process payment requests
• Working with BirdLife, ensure donations logged correctly, complete monthly financial coding and reconciliation, gift aid claims distributed, and donor relationships are managed
• Support the monitoring of web-based giving, whether via TT platforms or in partnership with TT partners’ teams
• Working with the BirdLife financial team, create and manage an electronic post log and donation reporting system
• Support monthly reports with updates on donations from individual givers, and send thank you letters
• With support from TT core, work to ensure timely delivery of content to donors, whether individual, corporate or institutional

Minimum Requirements:

• Demonstrable organizational skills, in particular coordination of internal communications, preferably significant experience working in a Team Administrator / Exec Assistant or equivalent role
• Experience of/knowledge of the requirements and implications of working across diverse departments, globally, and in juggling fluctuating priorities is highly desirable
• Experience of knowledge management/client management systems a plus, including usual office software
• Experience developing and reviewing contracts (legal training preferred)
• Experience coordinating or facilitating multi-stakeholder sign-off, particularly on agreements or partnerships
• Excellent spoken and written English; ability to craft compelling narratives around complex topics
• Proactive attitude, ability to work independently and manage competing priorities; strong interpersonal skills
• Budgeting and/or accounting knowledge and understanding of forest protection and/or restoration would be an advantage
• Experience working successfully in teams; experience with teams across organisations and/or with international teams is highly desirable
• Candidate must have permission to work in the United Kingdom and willingness to travel to partner offices in Cambridge, Woking, London and Oxford

Application Process:

Interested candidates, who meet the above qualifications should apply by including an application letter and CV together with salary requirements and the names and contact information of three references by 23:59 13 December 2020. 

WCS Background (host for Trillion Trees):
Trillion Trees core functions are hosted at The Wildlife Conservation Society (“WCS”). WCS is a not-for-profit corporation founded by statute in 1895 as the New York Zoological Society. WCS saves wildlife and wild places worldwide through research, science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature. That mission is achieved through our global conservation programs (WCS currently oversees a portfolio of more than 500 conservation projects in 65 countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and North America, and the oceans between them) and through the management of the world’s largest system of urban wildlife parks–the Bronx Zoo; the New York Aquarium; and the Central Park, Queens, and Prospect Park Zoos (the City Zoos)

WCS is an equal opportunity employer and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and supporting a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value

The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on age, color, disability, gender identify, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by laws and regulations

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Title: Volunteer Support Manager
Salary: £25,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time (40 hours per week)
Location: Newmarket CB8 7NU
Interview Date: Zoom interviews 6/7 January 2021
Applications: CV and covering letter
Contact: Belinda Johnston

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Manager to join our small but growing charity, Our Special Friends (OSF). This role will be responsible for the recruitment and management of the OSF Volunteers.

Our Special Friends aims to help people benefit from the companionship of animals and support them through difficult times. We provide practical advice and emotional support to individuals who are having difficulty caring for their pet or who are missing the companionship of an animal. We coordinate local community support to help people to enjoy the companionship of animals without the worry.

As Volunteer Support Manager you will oversee the recruitment, training and support of volunteers undertaking a variety of roles within Our Special Friends. You will co-ordinate the assessment of companion animals involved and oversee all administrative support to ensure all documentation, policies and records relating to volunteering are current.

A driving license / own transport will be required. 

Closing date: 8.00 pm on 9th December 2020

If you are interested in working with us, please view the JD and Person Spec below and click the apply button to send your covering letter and CV. 

No agencies please. 

Registered Cluster Manager

We are one of the largest learning disability charities in the UK, supporting 2,500 people through our friendly, supportive, creative and diverse teams.

Join us as a registered manager with Hft and you’ll develop your social care career with one of the leading names in the learning disabilities sector. You’ll go to work each day knowing you can make a real difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities.

You’ll be managing teams of people and using Hft’s unique, person-centred model to support adults with learning disabilities, enabling them to lead enjoyable, fulfilling lives. We give our registered managers significant accountability and opportunity. This is a key role and you’ll have a wide range of responsibilities across several different supported living and residential support services.

You will care about how you work in partnership with others, working closely with the people Hft supports and their families, along with your Hft colleagues, local authorities and other agencies. You’ll speak out for the people we support, negotiating the best possible support contracts. You’ll have great scope to innovate, network and make the most of collaborative opportunities.

At our specialist residential care service in Cambridgeshire we work closely with the people we support, their families, carers and health professionals to deliver services that are personalised to meet individual needs and wishes. We encourage the people we support to choose how they live, while our innovative solutions support people with learning disabilities in making those choices and leading fulfilling lives as part of their local community.

In addition we have a dedicated team who are specifically trained to meet the needs of people with Prader Willi Syndrome and challenging behaviours’.

Salary: £30,462 pa rising to £31,499 pa upon registration and successful completion of probationary period

Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Location: St Neots, Cambridgeshire

Requirements:

This is a demanding role for someone who is ready to step up and take their leadership and management skills to the next level. You need to have a Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People Level 5 or equivalent. If not, you will need to be able to achieve this, with our support, within your first 12 months. You’ll also need experience of working with adults with learning disabilities, ideally with people with complex needs. Experience of supervising and managing a team is essential.

You’ll need to ensure that support from your registered services meets all the relevant fundamental standards and you’ll need to demonstrate you understand your legal responsibilities and know what to do to ensure a service is compliant.

A full, current UK/EU driving licence is also essential.

What we Offer

The career development opportunities are excellent. With Investors in People and Skills for Care accreditation we are committed to investing in our teams to ensure they have the specialist skills and expertise needed to support others to live the best life possible. Your registration and induction process will start as soon as you join

- Access to the Hft Plus benefits package, which includes a great number of discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out; but also an Employee Assistance Programme with telephone and face-to-face support options
- Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status
- Annual staff award scheme – The Fusion Awards, and peer recognition through our GEM awards programme
- 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) increasing to 25 days after a year of employment (pro rata for part time staff)
- A contributory pension scheme, private health and life assurance
- Apprenticeships - gain a fully funded Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care whilst earning
- Free DBS Check

Closing date: 12th December 2020

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

Hft's usual terms and conditions apply.

Hft is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As a Disability Confident Employer, Hft is helping to ensure that disabled people have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations that people without disabilities do.
Successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure check against the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Having a criminal record may not bar you from employment.

You may have experience or an interest in the following: Registered Manager, Service Manager, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Registered Cluster Manager, Social Care, Supervisor, Team Leader, Not For Profit, Team Leader, Senior Support Worker, Deputy Service Manager, Learning Disabilities, Senior Support Worker, etc.

Ref: 95426

Key responsibilities

1. To assist in the on-going development of a financial managementassurance framework within CBMUK’s risk management strategy.

a. Provide support in identifying adequate baseline for different levels ofactivity and establish what should be in place across our programmeportfolio.

b. Work closely with in-country finance staff to monitor partners’ compliancewith established procedures and donor requirements during site visits orremote monitoring and audits.

c. Assist in preparing quarterly (and as-hoc as required) reports for LeadershipTeam/Programmes Committee to review and assess levels of risk and theirmitigation.

2. To lead in the preparation of periodic financial reports to donors andimprove accountability and donor compliance.

a. Prepare periodic donor financial reports according to internal and donorrequirements.

b. As part of the reporting function, ensure that burn rates and variances areanalysed and projects are implemented as planned.

c. In collaboration with country teams, ensure that donor contractualrequirements are complied with and project audits are completed on time.

3.To support the programme transition from CBM International to CBMGlobal federation with focus on contractual compliance and theimprovement and development of administrative and financial systems.

a.Ensure strong focus on the transition at the project level, ensuring efficientmigration of projects over to the CBMG federation.

b. Contribute to enhancing and improving programme finance systems and ensure that these are running smoothly and consistently.

c. Assist the PDD team adopt to and/or embed the new GO systems within the CBMUK environment.

d. Contribute to a strategic close out plan of projects and execute these accordingly.

4. To contribute to financial planning and budgeting processes, deployment of funds to projects and preparation of new budgets and project applications.

a. Assist in the consolidation of the programme portfolio into overall programme budget for CBM UK, analysis of income, expenditure and cash flows.

b. Oversee an effective cash flow system ensuring timely financing of projects, managed within the CBMUK overall financial position, policies and procedures and the wider federation.

c. Consolidate annual financial reports of CBM projects including accruals, deferrals and fund transfers.

d. Support Programme focal points to have accurate multi-year budgets on their respective portfolio.

e. Where necessary, assist in drafting budgets for funding applications.

5. To contribute to organizational wide strengthening of due diligence processes across CBMUK supported projects.

a. Proactively identify weaknesses in country teams and/or partner specific grants management systems and procedures and implement strengthening measures accordingly, particularly with relevance to the organizational transition.

b. Assist in training non-financial staff in financial management and donor compliance.

c. Support project partners develop their own financial and grant management systems and procedures.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a high-calibre professional with a proven track record of managing complex services to join a team that is pushing service delivery.

You will be responsible for managing the newly commissioned Cambridge and Peterborough Sexual Ill Health Prevention Partnership and ensure that we remain effective in addressing the sexual and reproductive health promotion needs of all the diverse communities we serve.

You will have strong leadership skills with a commitment to keep service users at the centre of service delivery whilst also delivering on service targets. You will also be comfortable and confident working through and leading a team in uncertain times finding effective innovative solutions to the challenges or obstacles we face.

We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minorities communities.

Senior Project Manager
Reference number: A1441120
Location: Flexible
Salary: Starting at £30,817 to £34,471 Per Annum
Hours: Full time
Contract: 3 Years

Do you have the passion, skills and project management experience to lead the delivery of a range of complex projects across Central and Eastern England to help us achieve our vision to save nature?

RSPB England exists to respond to the climate and nature emergency crisis we currently face with urgency and determination to save nature and to inspire and empower others to do the same.

Our vision for England is a country richer in nature where wild birds and other wildlife are no longer declining. Nature will be being restored and enriching people's lives. We will have a world that guarantees future generations clean air and water, a stable climate, rich and varied wildlife and a robust and sustainable economy.

This is a great opportunity for a strategic, driven and talented Senior Project Manager to join our England Project Management Team. The successful candidate will be pivotal in delivering a diverse portfolio of projects within (mainly) central and eastern England. Projects will range from infrastructure and habitat projects on our nature reserves and in the wider landscape through to species recovery projects and community-based initiatives.

You will have extensive project management skills, knowledge and experience to lead successful project teams to ensure the effective and efficient development and delivery of England's priority projects.

As a key advocate of project management, you will have the passion and enthusiasm needed to embed best practice project management in all of our projects across England.

Strong interpersonal and communications skills are essential as you build relationships with colleagues across the RSPB and external partners and the public to achieve success in projects.

Excellent attention to detail, organisation skills and time management are essential attributes, alongside a logical and methodical way of working.

The team is dispersed across England, yet connected and supportive. This will require you to work to your own initiative with clear priorities and work programmes established. You will be required to work flexibly on projects in various locations, but this role will predominantly lead on projects in central and eastern England, with a requirement to travel regularly (when safe to do so). You will have the flexibility to work from home or from any number of offices (again, when safe to do so).

This role is a 3 year fixed term position with the possibility of the role being made permanent at the end of the fixed term period.

Closing date: 7 December 2020
Interview date: 6 January 2021

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the Apply button to be directed to our website where you can download the role profile and application details.

When you make your application please ensure you include reference number A1441120 on all correspondence.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. You will be asked to declare unspent convictions and cautions at offer of employment stage.

No agencies please.

As Head of Property at St John Ambulance, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the St John Estate, its related resources and facilities to ensure they are in line with strategic objectives. You will provide strategic leadership and effective management of the build estate and hard & soft facilities management through a combination of both in-house and outsourced resources.

About the Role

This role can be based out of any St John Ambulance office

As Head of Property at St John Ambulance, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the St John Estate, its related resources and facilities to ensure they are in line with strategic objectives. You will provide strategic leadership and effective management of the built estate and hard & soft facilities management through a combination of both in-house and outsourced resources.

The successful candidate will provide expertise to support the development and delivery of the Estates Strategy across the organisation and be the principle advisor on all land, property, estates and facilities matters to the Executive Board through the Chief Executive Officer. You will lead the organisation through a radical strategic review of the whole Estate portfolio and deliver key strategic changes across core areas of the built estate.

The Head of Property will ensure through an effective strategy, policies and procedures, that the estate is financially efficient, legally compliant and environmentally sustainable.

Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)

About You

To be successful in the role of Head of Property you should have broad commercial previous experience of working in a similar position sand successfully managing a complex property estates and facilities portfolio, with associated staff, outsourced contracts and budgets. You will have considerable detailed experience of delivering strategic and practical changes across a large Estate portfolio and significant experience of influencing key stakeholders and demonstrating value for money across all transactions.

The Head of Property must possess a wide set of technical qualifications as well as detailed understanding of all relevant Property legislation and have a minimum of 10 years track record in a leadership position.

This role will be fast paced, dynamic and intellectually challenging. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the commerciality required to lead, influence and shape strategy across a broad property portfolio that creates considerable opportunity for both value creation and career development.

If you have the hunger, drive and skills required to deliver in a multi - level operational environment that is evolving fast as well as the confidence and competency to deliver substantial property change, then this opportunity will meet your career expectations.

About Us

St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, providing first aid, keeping people safe at events and working alongside the NHS in response to 999 calls.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people learn how to save a life through our training, education and youth programmes.

Over the next decade, we have bold ambitions to help transform out-of-hospital care, having a positive impact on the people we treat and the communities we serve.

We are a team of 1,600 employees and 18,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through first aid.

You will receive:

• Competitive salary & pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health and Wellbeing portal - access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts – you’ll have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym memberships, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping.

Interview Date: w/c 11 December

Application Review Date: 2nd December

We may review applications before the Application Review Date, however, if you apply after the Application Review Date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role.

Health Safety and Environmental Advisor
Reference number: A1451120
Location: Flexible / Home Based
Salary: Starting at £26,212 to £29,320 Per Annum 
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent

If you have a track record in health and safety management systems, and would like to apply your skills and experience in the diverse operational environments of the UK's leading nature conservation charity, this could be the opportunity for you.

We are seeking a committed, outgoing and enthusiastic individual to support The RSPB health, safety and environmental management systems across Eastern England with the flexibility to be home based.

The role will involve advising staff and volunteers on health, safety and environmental matters across the full range of our operations, including; stunning nature reserves with wetlands, woodland and a range of other outdoor spaces, membership recruitment, project delivery, retail and catering outlets, and formal office environments.

A knowledge of or an interest in nature conservation would be an advantage. The RSPB England reserve estate covers over 100 individual sites, with more than 60,000ha that are home to important habitats and wildlife. The Eastern England area includes many important reserves including the flagship site at Minsmere.

You will have a pragmatic and problem solving approach to health, safety and wellbeing, and be willing to learn how to deal with a wide range of issues in sometimes challenging and novel situations. You will be self-reliant, have good interpersonal skills, be IT literate and be willing and able to travel throughout Eastern England and elsewhere when required.

We are looking for at least a Technician Member of IOSH or equivalent looking to use your health and safety knowledge in new and challenging situations. Wellbeing is also of significant importance to our RSPB culture and an understanding of the principles of visitor risk management is highly desirable.

Closing date: 7 December 2020
Interview date: 15 December 2020

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the Apply button to be directed to our website where you can download the role profile and application details.

When you make your application please ensure you include reference number A1451120 on all correspondence.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. You will be asked to declare unspent convictions and cautions at offer of employment stage.

No agencies please.

An exciting career opportunity!

Collaboration Therapist
Based: Remote Working
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: 4 Months Fixed Contract
Salary: £21,589 pa FTE (NJC Salary Scale Point 12)

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire (CPSL) Mind is a progressive and expanding mental health charity. Our vision is a society in which everyone has positive mental health and feels part of a connected community.

We are excited to be working in partnership with Papworth Trust on a short term project and are looking to recruit a Collaboration Therapist to offer Talking Therapies to individuals accessing Papworth Trust services.

Working remotely, you will be responsible for:

• the provision and delivery of information and evidence-based low intensity psychological treatments and delivery of programmes for mild to moderate mood disorders
• the liaison between CPSL Mind and Papworth Trust
• providing an average of four therapy sessions per working day
• delivering evidenced based therapeutic interventions, based on recovery principles, to promote recovery, social inclusion and wellbeing

You should be passionate about promoting positive mental health, have experience of delivering Talking Therapies and have excellent verbal communication and listening skills.

Closing date: Monday 7 December 2020, 9am
Interviews: Monday 14 December 2020

PLEASE PRESS THE 'APPLY NOW' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY

Please read the person specification and job description for details and relate to the person specification in your application.

We will only accept complete applications, which should include: Application Form, Covering Letter and your completed Equality & Diversity Monitoring form. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please. 

Head of Species England
Reference number: A1291120
Location: Flexible – England
Salary: Starting at £34,643 to £38,632 Per Annum
Hours: Full time
Contract: Permanent

Probably the best job in Nature Conservation. RSPB Head of Species England. Location flexible within England.

This is a golden opportunity to help lead the RSPB England's approach to protecting and enhancing the fortunes of nature, and most specifically to focus on recovering species.

Working amongst colleagues that are managing more than 60,000ha of the England landscape for nature, delivering significant projects from the Uplands to the Coasts, integrating knowledge and decision making amongst UK and Global Conservation peers, and working amongst progressive external stakeholders to recover species, this role is looking for an experienced and confident ambassador to lead the England species objectives.

If this national role sounds like the perfect fit for you, and you've got the capabilities to apply the full range of our conservation toolkit, we'd love to hear from you.

Closing date: 7 December 2020

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the Apply button to be directed to our website where you can download the role profile and application details.

No agencies please.

Sandwich Student - Centre for Drug Development

Cancer Research UK - AstraZeneca Antibody Alliance Laboratory

Location: Cambridge, UK

Salary: £19,621 + benefits

Contract: Fixed Term - 50 weeks

Application Deadline: Sunday 29th November 2020, 23:55

Are you an organised individual looking to develop your drug discovery experience at the world's leading charity dedicated to beating cancer through research?

Here at Cancer Research UK, our understanding of cancer is increasing at a faster pace than ever before, and more people are surviving thanks to the work we do.

The Cancer Research UK AstraZeneca Antibody Alliance Laboratory (Alliance Lab) is a unique laboratory where scientists from both organisations work side by side to develop novel antibody therapeutics and diagnostics for oncology. The Alliance Lab has a diverse and experienced team comprised of antibody engineers, protein scientists and oncology cell biologists. We work in collaboration with leading scientists in the UK and abroad to develop new medicines and biomarkers.

Here at the Alliance Lab, we're offering a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience and training within a world class drug discovery research environment. Our placement will provide you with an exciting opportunity to develop key skills, which will help to open doors to future careers within this industry. During the year, chosen candidates will be provided with training, mentorship and exposure to key roles in drug development and pharmaceutical research.

Our placements last for 50 weeks, with negotiable start dates between July and September 2021.

If you're a motivated life sciences student, with an interest in drug development and oncology, then this is your opportunity to gain invaluable experience working within the pharmaceutical sector. To view a full job description please click here:

Please note that this role is laboratory based.

We expect you to have...

• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills

• Good team work skills

• A keen eye for detail and time management skills

• You must be in your 2nd year of undergraduate study at university. Please note that applications from graduates and PhD students will NOT be considered for this scheme.

• You should expect to receive a 2:1 or grade B in your second year results in a biological or biomedical science degree.

• You should have 3 A levels (or equivalent) grade B and above (preferably one in a biological science).

• You should be able to commence work between July and September 2021 (the start date is negotiable).

We will initially be holding a first round of phone interviews and if successful you will then be invited to attend an interview via Microsoft Teams in early December.

Additionally, you'll need to attach a CV to your application when applying which lists your secondary education, including your GCSE and A level subjects and grades, the university you are currently attending, the subjects you are studying and all relevant employment including full time, part time, vacation work, voluntary work and other unpaid activities.