We have an exciting opportunity for a Peer Support Coordinator with strong digital skills to join the Homicide Service Peer Support Team team, working 37.5 hours a week. This position is home-based.

Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?

Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?

If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…

What we offer:

At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 30 days plus Bank Holidays
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced sick pay allowances & maternity payments
• High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts
• Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
• Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
• Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression

About the role:

This role is home based, but will include some travel nationally, and some overnight stays.

As a Peer Support Coordinator you will: -

Manage a number of Peer Support volunteers who have lived experience of bereavement through homicide. You will support them to use their experience to help others who are also bereaved. This will involve monthly supervisions and regular communication to ensure they are up to date with service procedures and developments.

You will have experience of working in a trauma-informed way, with empathy and compassion. You will have good personal resilience, and be able to make effective use of supervisions to manage your wellbeing.

You will have a passion for using digital technology to make support accessible for people. You will take the lead on maintaining our secure online chat room by working with a group of volunteer supporters. You will also be key in the planning and organisation of our online support groups. Strong digital skills and enthusiasm for digital working is essential.

You will need: -

Knowledge of the impact of bereavement through homicide or the psychological impact of significant trauma resulting from a distressing event

Proven ability to work digitally in creative and appropriate ways to engage with service users and/or peer supporters

Confidence in using Microsoft Word, basic Excel and PowerPoint, and the ability to use client databases

Ability to work on own initiative with good time management skills, prioritise work load, and make use of clinical supervision

About us:

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all communities and monitor the diversity of applicants to analyse if we are representative of the communities we serve in terms of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, age and socio-economic status. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.

We looking forward to hearing from you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.

About the role

In recent years, THET has established a reputation for excellence in brokering partnerships between health institutions in the UK and overseas and this is expressed in our programmes work, our grants management service, and in our policy activity. In 2021, we supported the training of over 4,783 health workers across Africa and Asia. We are now moving to diversify our income. It is vital we prioritise the diversification of our funding streams with some excellent new opportunities already underway.

We are now looking to recruit a new Institutional and Trusts Fundraising Coordinator with excellent organisational and analytical skills, and a personality to inspire confidence internally and externally. This is an excellent role for those interested in understanding how this dynamic international charity is responding to the challenges facing our sector in 2022. You will be working with an exceptionally friendly team of people who are ambitious to achieve real change and impact and operating with considerable autonomy. We are open to flexible hours and ready to employ someone in any location across the UK.

The Institutional & Trusts Fundraising Coordinator will develop new sources of income for THET, helping us to deliver on our vision of creating a world where everyone has access to quality healthcare. 

Reporting to Louise McGrath, our Director of Programmes, and working closely with a highly supportive team of colleagues from across the organisation, the post holder will excel in written English, and in creating opportunities for people to collaborate on the production of fundraising proposals. The post holder will be methodical and organised and relish working to deadlines with a keen eye for detail. They will have a demonstrable track-record in fundraising from trusts and foundations and/or institutions. 

The role is formally located in the Programmes Team at THET but will collaborate closely with colleagues from the Policy and Learning Teams and External Engagement Teams, as well as Finance and Operations. You will be building on THET’s strong reputation with donors and part of a wider team of staff focused on generating income from our Events, private sector partnerships and High Net-Worth individuals. 

Key Responsibilities:

Strengthen fundraising effectiveness across THET  

• Support the Director of Programmes to shape a robust strategy that identifies funding opportunities from trusts and foundations, and institutional sources, and clearly describes roles and responsibilities across the organisation. 
• Manage processes that support the Director of Programmes and the wider organization to implement this strategy, and to effectively track and respond to opportunities. 
• Support the Director to create an environment which encourages the discussion of ideas and cross-team working. 

Generate fundraising proposals  

• Invest in your understanding of THET and the wider Health Partnership community’s work in order to contribute ideas for funding proposals in discussion with the Director of Programmes. 
• Research, identify and apply to prospective funders, maintaining a vigorous pipeline of opportunities. 
• Lead on the writing of funding bids when requested, drawing on the support and expertise of colleagues from across the organisation as appropriate. 
• Lead or support the coordination of new proposal development as requested.
• Be accountable for a fixed income amount of new business annually. 
• When requested, take responsibility for the stewardship of THET’s relationship with specific donors and support others where appropriate.

Other

• Represent THET at external meetings with donors, Health Partnerships, and others, as required.
• Undertake other tasks as may be required, commensurate with experience.

For a more detailed job description. Please download the attached document.

What we offer 

• Flexible working hours. 

• 25 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus 3 days winter closure between Christmas and New Year. 

• 5% pension contribution when Employee contributes 3%. 

• Cycle to work scheme.

• A friendly, supportive work environment. 

How to apply: 

To apply for this role please send your CV and a cover letter through the following link by Midnight 31st May 2022. Interviews will be carried out on the 08th June 2022.

THET is an equal opportunities employer. This post is UK based. Non-EC nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK. 

Prospectus are excited to be working exclusively with the Blind Veterans UK to help recruit for a new Supporter Engagement Coordinator (Marketing). Blind Veterans UK are specialists in helping isolated veterans. They give those who have served our country support that ranges from rehabilitation and training to practical advice, and vital emotional support.

This role is offered on a full-time permanent basis paying £25,768 per annum to be based in London or the South East with flexible working available. 

The post holder will be part of the Individual Giving team, working with the Marketing Manager – Supporter Engagement to assist in generating income through the direct marketing individual giving fundraising programme with specific focus on supporter engagement. The post holder will be responsible for providing campaign and administrative support to the supporter engagement team across our acquisition, stewardship and supporter journey programme using the full spectrum of direct marketing channels.

They are looking for a candidate with at least a good understanding of Direct marketing theory and practice. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience of effective communication with external parties have worked in a marketing or Fundraising environment.

We are reviewing applications on a continuous basis so please do apply now and we'll be in touch!

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know if we can help you with the application process in any way. We are more than happy to make any reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. If you have any disability and would like assistance with completing an application then please contact Adam Allnutt at Prospectus.  

If you are interested in applying to this Supporter Engagement Coordinator (Marketing) position, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.  

About The Role

Fixed-term - 12 months - Flexible location

A fantastic opportunity to join the team at Compass in our newly created Volunteer Coordinator role. We are committed to recruit and include volunteers so that we can learn from their expertise and bring new approaches to our service delivery.

Do you have the ability to develop and embed a volunteer framework throughout our organisation? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

As Volunteer Coordinator, your key objectives include:

• Establishing and embedding the Volunteer framework across the organisation
• Developing clearly defined job roles and responsibilities
• Offering excellent recruitment skills, to include Safer Recruitment
• Following all recommendations and guidelines for Volunteers
• Working in partnership with key contacts, both internally and external

This is an excellent time to bring your expertise to Compass. The role is brand-new, and the right applicant can help to make a big difference to the quality of services we deliver.

You will be setting the organisational infrastructure, systems and standards for recruiting and managing Volunteers across Compass’ services. The ability to set up a Volunteer framework is a must and will include recruitment, training, induction, support and retention.

You’ll be part of a passionate, cohesive team of professionals who are passionate about making a real difference to the lives of some of the most vulnerable in our society.

About You

You will be skilled in recruiting, training and mentoring a diverse range of staff/volunteer within the same or similar setting. You will be passionate about improving the health and wellbeing of the population and supporting organisations to improve health outcomes.

You will have direct experience of practising Safer Recruitment processes as well as Keeping Children Safe in Education processes. You’ll also demonstrate an ability to manage sensitive and confidential information. On a personal note, you’ll be an influential, engaging and committed individual.

About Us

Compass is a values-based organisation whose mission is to create healthier lives and safer communities. Compass provides health and wellbeing services for children, young people, families and communities. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes across all areas of their lives.

We offer universal, targeted, specialist and bespoke services enabling us to understand peoples’ needs and lived experiences. Our services run across the UK.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

• 27 days’ holiday + bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time
• Life assurance at 2 x basic salary
• Generous pension scheme
• Family-friendly policies
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service
• Enhanced sick pay
• Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression
• Annual performance / salary review

Closing date: Monday 6 June 2022

Interview date: Monday 13 June 2022

We value diversity at Compass and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Compass is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All Compass posts are subject to appropriate level DBS checks.

Established for over 30 years, Compass is a national charity which works in communities across the UK providing services spanning substance misuse treatment and rehabilitation, early interventions for vulnerable young people, school aged health programmes and associated prevention as well as treatment and health promotion initiatives.

Centre 33 is an ambitious and growing charity based across Cambridgeshire. We offer a range of high quality services to young people aged 13-25, including information and support on a drop in basis, mental health services, housing and financial advice, sexual health support and support for young carers.

Children and young people are at the heart of Centre 33, and due to the growth of our charity we have created a new dedicated CYP Participation Coordinator role. 

The postholder is responsible for developing and embedding good practice in children and young people’s participation across the organisation, using Centre 33’s Participation Framework. This will involve establishing training, processes and policies; amplifying children and young people’s voices internally and externally; and recruiting and supporting children and young people to engage in opportunities.

We are looking for individuals with the experience, skills and passion to coordinate, develop and champion our children and young people’s participation practice.

Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum

Hours: 37 per week. Duration: Permanent

You will work to Centre 33’s values of being young people led, collaborative, inclusive and striving for excellence.

You will be working from one of our hubs in Cambridgeshire, with some travel around the county. 

CAP is a Christ-centred organisation that focuses on showing God’s love through equipping churches to serve those experiencing debt and poverty and grow in their confidence in mission and evangelism.

The role

The Mission & Evangelism Engagement Lead will report to the Head of Mission, working with the wider leadership of the charity to ensure that Evangelism & Discipleship consistently remains a central, vibrant and integral part of the work of CAP for our staff and the Church network. 

This role will continue to support a shift from CAP doing evangelism for/to the local church and move towards a relational and contextual engagement with the church that inspires, empowers and appropriately equips the local church for mission and evangelism within their diverse communities. This also aligns with the emerging Mission, Evangelism and Discipleship (ME&D) strategy which will be launched later in 2022. 

The M&EE Lead will seek to keep evangelism and discipleship at the core of CAP by challenging, educating and inspiring frontline staff and teams and promoting an organisational-wide responsibility for evangelism and discipleship. This will be primarily through resource development, coaching and communication. 

They will be the “go to” person for advice and guidance on practical evangelism and discipleship tools, keeping informed of current resources, methods and inspiration, ensuring that CAP and the local church is equipped for evangelism and mission in today's world. This will also include developing in-house and bespoke content for training and resources and collaborating on projects and initiatives to strengthen CAPs mission, evangelism and discipleship strategy. 

Who we're looking for

The Mission & Evangelism Engagement Lead will be someone who is passionate and enthusiastic about empowering the local church to live faithful Christian lives and bring people to faith in Jesus by supporting them on their discipleship journey.  They will be someone who is passionate about and committed to their own discipleship with a desire to take others with them into a deeper relationship with Jesus. This passion will be evident in their communication and leadership style.

CAP celebrates the value of diversity and our aim is for our workforce to be as inclusive as possible as well as representing the communities we serve. With this in mind, we welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from candidates from black and ethnic minority backgrounds. We are committed to continue building an environment that embraces diversity and includes all.

CAP offer a generous Rewards & Well-being package, including:

- CAP 6.5% employer pension contribution

- 34 days annual holiday (including flexible bank holidays)

- 1 additional days holiday for each full year of service (up to a max of 5 additional days)

- 2 paid Mental Health days and up to 5 days Family Emergency leave per year

- Paid 'Revive' days to take time out with your team during the year

- Enhanced paid sickness, maternity, paternity and adoption leave

- Access to Employer Assistance Programme 

- Gym membership discount

- Hybrid working

- Flexitime from day one (start/finish earlier or later in the day, accrue extra time off & achieve that work/life balance)

- plus many more! (see the rewards brochure below under 'related documents' for further information and pro-rata details for part time employees)

Location

Bradford Head Office based with some home working available. Due to the nature of the role remote candidates will also be considered.

Disclaimer

Please note the salary shown is for full time (37.5 hours per week) and will be pro rata for job share/part time.

Under the 2010 Equality Act, schedule 9, we have a genuine occupational requirement for all employees and volunteers to be practising Christians.

For further information, please contact the People & Culture team at CAP.

Information on genuine occupational requirements can be found on our website.

You are advised to submit your completed application form via email as soon as possible to have the best chance of being considered. We reserve the right to close the post before the stated closing date where we have a high response rate.

All adults working in, or on behalf of the CAP have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. This includes: A responsibility to ensure a safe environment in which CAP Services can be delivered. Identify children and adults where there may be safeguarding concerns and to follow the CAP Safeguarding Policy in addressing any concerns appropriately.

Please note that we are unable to consider applicants who do not presently have permission to work in the UK.

Volunteer Development & Experience Manager (West & Wales) (1162)

Location: Homebased in the West (UK). Occasional travel required.

Hours: 36

Salary: £30,985-£40,168 FTE

​Job Type: Open ended

Closing Date: 6 June 2022

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

The Role

Oxfam is looking for a Volunteer Development & Experience Manager in the West of England and Wales to deliver our ambitious volunteering strategy. We are developing new ways of working and transforming the experience for volunteers, and those working closely with them, to make volunteering with us even more inclusive, flexible and rewarding.

This is a full-time, permanent and remote role with occasional traveling required.

What we are looking for

Our next Volunteer Development and Experience Managers will require outstanding people management skills and the ability to take initiative and think creatively to develop innovative volunteering opportunities in their region.

You will bring a working knowledge of best practice in volunteer management with the ability to develop policies, procedures and resources. Experience of developing and delivering training to a variety of audiences, and the confidence in communicating with a wide range of groups to influence people to embrace positive change. Digital transformation is one of our main areas of transformation and we are looking for an individual who will act as subject matter expert on volunteering, including digital systems.

You will be key to ensuring our volunteers enjoy an exceptional experience as part of a smooth and engaging programme where individuals are supported, given the tools they need to succeed and are recognised for their positive contribution to our organisation. 

Please download the job description below to view the main areas of responsibility.

Location

This role are home-based anywhere in the West & Wales. Occasional travel will be required.

We offer

The role will give you the opportunity to make a significant difference in our volunteering programme whilst working with committed and enthusiastic colleagues. The Volunteering team is going through an exciting time with growth and innovation at the heart of its new strategy.

You will be a force for change, engaging local people and partners in Oxfam’s work and promoting involvement across your region. In return, we will offer you the training, recognition and guidance required to achieve our team’s objectives in a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Flexfam

We believe flexible working is key to building the Oxfam of the future, so we’re open to talking through the type of flexible arrangements which might work for you. We think this role would work particularly well as a job share, fully or partially home based.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

How to apply 

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. 

About us

Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 21 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.

A thriving diverse Oxfam: 

It’s people power that brings about change. To play our part as a global organisation working to overcome poverty and inequality, we need equality, diversity and inclusion across our community of staff, partners and volunteers. Together, we’re committed to becoming a more diverse workforce, better able to tackle the global challenges that face our world today. 

To do that:

• We need to dismantle the unequal power structures that exist everywhere, this including Oxfam and the wider development and charity sectors.
• We need an inclusive Oxfam where everyone can bring who they are to our work and feels celebrated for the differences they bring.
• We want and need everyone, and that means we need you.

In response to Covid-19 if you are offered a role where you are required to travel between countries please ensure you have been briefed by the Hiring Manager about any changes to working or precautions you should take as part of your role.

Role overview
We’re looking for a creative, innovative, strategic thinker to join our senior management team. The Haven is going through a continued period of growth and we’re looking for someone to join the team who is driven to manage the development and effective implementation of our central services strategy.

Whilst your experience and expertise are important, equally as important is your approach. The postholder will be responsible for areas of work that are underpinned by processes and procedures; IT, HR and Health and Safety and Data Management and Procurement. Nevertheless, we need a disruptive thinker who isn’t confined by the status quo, but can demonstrate capability for thinking creatively, to ensure The Haven is implementing these functions in the way that ensures we keep pushing forward, enhancing the way we work. If you want to tick some boxes and appreciate a business-as-usual approach, this probably isn’t the role for you.

If you can tell us about how you’ll be able to bring a creative and innovative approach to central services and demonstrate and understanding of how central functions are critical to developing effective service delivery models, we’d love to hear from you.

We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate a tangible commitment to the progression and empowerment of women and girls, and to ending VAWG.

Location: Remote
Department: Finance & Business Services
Contract type Permanent, Part Time
Hours 30
Salary £40000 Pro rata 
Benefits Competitive

Ref : 132886

"Each time I have contacted you for advice I have been very satisfied. With every enquiry, I have gained more knowledge which helps me manage my daughter's illness together with her. Thank you all for your continued help."

Young people with the neurological condition Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.) and their parents, like our client quoted above, face many challenges, from the stigma that sadly persists about M.E., to securing education that meets the young person's needs. Working with parents and sometimes other family members, our Family Support Officer shares practical information and emotional support, and delivers single-issue advocacy to help navigate these challenges.

Proven experience in delivering information, support and/or advice services is essential, alongside working knowledge of UK support systems and a sound understanding of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. You'll have excellent communication, engagement and interpersonal skills, underpinned by an empathic, non-judgemental approach, and a passion for making a positive difference as part of our very busy Information and Support team.

We take a positive approach to peer-support and self-care, with an Employee Assistance Programme available for staff and their immediate families. We also consider job-share and flexible working requests.

This role can be home OR office based at our office in Keynsham near Bristol, or a combination of both. 

A small organisation that regularly punches above its weight, Action for M.E. is leading, with others, a growing community working to create real change on the scale so urgently needed at a local, national and international level. Along with paid roles, we work with amazing volunteers, and we could not achieve what we do without them. By volunteering for us, you can enhance your skills and experiences whilst also providing crucial support to those affected by M.E. in the UK.

We are currently underrepresented by men, non-binary and black and minority ethnic people in our workforce and would particularly welcome applicants from these groups.

We are seeking 3 new Sports Mission Pioneers to develop quality and sustainable sports mission programmes in low-income, underserved communities in line with the Revealing Jesus mission framework in North East of England, The Valleys (Wales) and London. However, other areas of low-income communities will be considered.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a deliverer of sports and physical activity in low-income communities.
• Have solid judgment of sports ministry and / or sports ministry impact.
• Have insight into the impact of sport on children and young people, be a passionate advocate, an excellent practitioner, and a capable communicator.
• Be able to influence networks, shape opinion, challenge apathy and inspire creativity.
• Be self-disciplined, able to organise and prioritise their own workload, and manage multiple projects.
• Be able to visualise and work towards long-term goals.
• Be someone who is open to and comfortable with different traditions, styles and expression of spirituality, prayer, and worship, and has a growing familiarity with and understanding of the Bible.
• Have a total commitment to God and is a Christian disciple.

If this describes you, and you are in agreement with the aims and beliefs of Scripture Union, then we would like to hear from you. To apply for this role, in the first instance please send your CV and a covering letter (by email) to our HR Officer, Adelaide Nketsia. We will contact shortlisted candidates to ask them to complete an application form ahead of interview.

For more details or to apply, please visit our website to download an application pack.

We provide a range of benefits to reward our employees which includes: Annual leave, above statutory leave entitlement. Additional 5 days to volunteer on a Scripture Union event. Group pension scheme, with up to 12% employer contribution. Life insurance (death in service). Permanent health insurance (PHI) which provides 75% of base salary, after six months absence. Employee assistance programme (EAP), [email protected] services to support your health and wellbeing and free Bible reading notes.

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Adelaide Nketsia, HR Officer.

Interview date:       22nd June 2022

Interview location: National

The Movement takes Safeguarding seriously. This role will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service and have an occupational requirement to be filled by a committed Christian, active in church life. Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9 applies.

We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from people, regardless of their background.

The Driver Youth Trust is a literacy-based charity that has, for the past twelve years, been working to support children who struggle with literacy in mainstream schools, through training, advocacy, and research.

One in six adults in the UK can be described as having poor literacy skills and one in four five-year olds struggle with basic vocabulary. Early intervention is key as each year the attainment gap widens for tens of thousands of learners with dyslexia, literacy difficulties and SEND who fall further behind their peers. We believe that every child needs to be able to read and write fluently and at Driver Youth Trust we are committed to making a difference and working hard to change these statistics.

Our mission is to transform learning and inclusion in schools. The Executive Director will play a crucial role in enabling the Driver Youth Trust to promote the on-line courses we have developed over the last two years, making them available as a free resource for teachers and teaching assistants.

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic Executive Director, who will work with the Board to set and drive a new strategy for the charity that delivers upon this core mission.

The post holder will be a positive, creative, enthusiastic individual with a ‘can do’ attitude, who thrives on taking responsibility for actions, overcoming obstacles, and delivering on our mission. You will become the face of DYT and have the ability to enthuse and engage others in our cause, as well as maintaining the trust of those people with whom the organisation deals, including funding bodies.

The role requires an ability to engage with schools, teachers and local authorities in a way that encourages them to take advantage of our free courses thereby training their staff, so they in turn can support pupils in their classrooms who struggle with literacy. You will be responsible for the effective management of the charity, including day to day financial management, administration of IT systems, HR, governance requirements, fundraising, KPI tracking and reporting, assisted by an Operations Coordinator, to be recruited. As part of your role, you will also manage an external team of specialist consultants.

The successful candidate will be committed to our vision and have:

• A good understanding of the educational sector.
• Recent experience of leadership in a charity, not-for-profit, private, or public sector organisation.
• Experience of financial management including managing budgets and the skills necessary for day-to-day running of a small organization.
• The ability to plan, report, and present to the board.
• Experience of building strategic relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written), presentation (digital and face-to-face) and interpersonal skills.
• Track record of successful income generation, through trust or foundation funding or other fundraising,
• The ability to work by themselves delivering on the mission of the charity.

It would be desirable that this individual had an established network of contacts and organisations, which may go beyond immediate educational stakeholders, who could help deliver our objectives. Experience of managing external consultants and project management would also be useful, as would evidence of forming effective local, regional, or national partnerships. However, we are eager to hear from all candidates that meet the essential criteria for the role.

Driver Youth Trust are passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people who struggle to read and write. If you would like to join a not-for-profit organisation that is committed to working together to improve learning and inclusion in schools, we would love to hear from you!

The Package

This role attracts a salary of £45,000-£52,000 per annum (dependent on experience).
Location: Remote though will be required to travel to London occasionally for Board and other meetings/events. Possibility of hub working if required.
Hours: Full time (37.5 hours) or part time – 3 days a week minimum

To apply for this role please send your CV and a covering letter stating how you match the skills, competencies and experience required and what you would bring to the role.

Closing date for applications is 17th June 2022
(Due to the nature of this role we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and the role might be filled and closed before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged).

No agencies please.

Do you want to work with a leading charity organisation supporting those in need?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We are seeking applicants who have administrative experience or transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help.

Professional Development?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance and develop your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day to those you support.

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrator to join our Operations Team supporting the work of our volunteers. Your role will be home based but may require occasional travel.  This is a permanent, full time position where you will work 35 hours a week; with a starting salary between £22,000 - £29,000 per annum dependant on skills and experience. 

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for the updating and maintenance of Volunteer information on our system (Salesforce).  The extracting information to support the preparation of reporting requirements.  You will be training volunteers on how to complete forms to a high standard and answering queries from both volunteers and other members of staff.

Reporting to your line manager you will ensure the smooth running of the team. You’ll be collaborative, creative, and resourceful in your approach to empower our Team by ensuring you provide meaningful administrative support in a timely manner. 

About you

Desirably you will have a level 4 administration qualification and experience within a similar role and data entry into CRM systems. Experience of Salesforce would be an advantage.

You will have excellent communication, both written and verbal, and organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines, both within a team and as an individual, with excellent attention to detail.   

Benefits:  

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Separate Life Assurance Cover
• Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays etc
• Discounted Gym Membership; Employee Assistance programme.
• Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance.
• Support with continuous professional development.

Equality and Diversity
VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications: 5pm on 16th June, however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Interviews via Teams: 23rd June.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account by clicking the apply button on this page. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences as examples to tell us why you should be our new Volunteer Administrator.

We look forward to hearing from you.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR.

VoiceAbility reserves the right to withdraw this vacancy before the advertised closing date.

Thank you for your interest in joining the team at the Community Transport Association (CTA). Community transport supports people to live independently, participate in their communities and access local services and amenities.

Community transport operators have a great story to tell and it's CTA’s job to help them tell it and to support them to develop excellent services that can transform lives and communities. We champion, connect, support and grow a thriving community transport movement across all parts of the UK. Our work across the UK is integral to this. We have around 1,200 members and many other stakeholders that all help to provide accessible and inclusive transport solutions in their community.

CTA is funded by the Department for Transport and the devolved Governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to provide leadership and support community transport operators and other charities and community groups that organise transport for their service users to help them participate in the activities they lead.

CTA has recently received 12 months funding from the Department for Transport to deliver an innovative "Tackling Loneliness through Community Transport Project." Described as a life line by people who are socially isolated, community transport helps people maintain contact with friends, family, and their wider community and it plays a vital role in enabling social inclusion, access, mobility and choice. Our programme, along with funding and testing the effectiveness of a range of pilot transport interventions will also support a Peer Network for cross-fertilization of ideas and co-create resources for a Knowledge Building virtual hub all aimed at tackling loneliness through community transport.

The Tackling Loneliness Administrator will provide the programme administration for the project, this will involve working closely with the Tackling Loneliness Coordinator to coordinate the data collection methods for all elements of the programme, ensure effective communication with the funded Community Transport operators and practical and organisational support for the peer network and knowledge hub. If you like the sound of this challenge and have the credentials and self-confidence to rise to it, then we’d love to hear from you.

RFEA  are looking for a highly motivated self-starter with knowledge of the Armed Forces and Ex-Services charity network and the ability to understand the challenges more vulnerable veterans must overcome, particularly those who have entered the Criminal Justice System. This person will be home based (ideally in the North Yorkshire and North East area) travelling extensively around the region to provide face to face support to veterans within their home locations and partner organisations premises.

The successful applicant for this role will have a track record of delivering high quality results, with a strong beneficiary focus and be capable of working independently to targets and deadlines. Strong communication, IT and organisational skills are essential along with mentoring and coaching. Experience & knowledge of the criminal justice system, local government agencies and the ability to develop a network of contacts are also required, along with a clean driving licence.

Specific Responsibilities

Engagement

• Support the National Nova Manager to create and maintain strong working relationships with referring organisations in North Yorkshire and North East Area, including the Police and NHS Liaison and Diversion.
• Receive details of referrals from the Nova Client Advisors, or directly. If referrals are received directly share information with the Nova Client Advisors.
• Engage with veterans face-to-face for the initial visit and as necessary throughout their engagement with Project Nova, following the Case Management Guidance, RFEA Policies and the Project Nova Procedures.
• Register each Nova Veteran’s details on the CRM and obtain consent to share their data with organisations in the support network and any further information required by the Project Nova registration.
• Undertake a comprehensive needs assessment with each Nova Veteran.

Case Management

• Provide emotional support to veterans through regular contact whilst they are engaged with Project Nova.
• Establish a care coordination plan with each Nova Veteran that provides for support from within RFEA and Walking with the Wounded and with the organisations in the Nova area support Network.
• Work with families to ensure their effective participation in the Criminal Justice System, with other statutory services and with the support network.
• Keep clear records for each case on the CRM.
• Record the veterans journey on Outcome Star
• Ensure confidentiality, the family is a separate case to the veteran, who is also supported by Project Nova.
• When the Nova Veteran is ready, develop their employability and suitable opportunities for employment either, directly using RFEA employability tools and working with local employers or, through the wider RFEA or Walking With The Wounded.
• Project Nova is an active intervention. Close cases once the progress of Nova Veterans has reached its full potential, identifying long term social contact, formal or informal, in every case.

Person Specification

Essential Competencies

• Highly motivated and independent, capable of working remotely across a wide geographical area.
• Resilient and able to work with individuals with complex needs and cope with the rigors that arise from working with veterans in the criminal justice system.
• Commitment to working with each veteran without prejudice and in an equitable manner, including those who are arrested for violent or sexual offences.
• Experience of working with people using a mentoring or coaching approach to engage and support the individuals we work with to change their lives.
• Highly organised with strong IT skills and experience of using CRM systems.
• Strong communicators with veterans, referring organisations and within the Project Nova Team sharing information on cases with Team Leaders and Nova Client Advisors.
• Excellent team players who will contribute to a diverse and dedicated team.
• Driving licence and use of own car.
• Provide presentations to Northamptonshire OPCC and Partners when required.

This role is ‘Home Based’ around the Yorkshire Area area and is offered initially on a permanent contract, 35 hours per week with a salary of  £27,500  plus additional employee benefits.

To apply please submit a covering letter and applicable CV. The closing date is midnight  5th June 2022. Interviews will take place in March for an immediate start where possible.

Applicants will be required to undertake an Enhance DBS Disclosure and Police Vetting.