Sepsis Research is looking for a highly motivated freelance individual who is passionate about building relationships and raising income in a new geographical area for the charity.

We are looking for a freelancer who can create and implement the devised fundraising plan that will have maximum impact in your area. You will recruit, manage and motivate volunteers and key supporters to successfully deliver your fundraising objectives, including setting up fundraising groups in your area. You will be an excellent communicator and a strong team player who can bring out the best in others.

This role is on a part time freelance basis- estimated 21 hrs per week.

You’ll be part of our ambition to make Sepsis Research a UK-wide charity and significantly grow our income, so that we can commit more money to life saving sepsis research.

Vacancy Reference Number:

POO/P/UK-R1

Position title:

Programmes Operations Officer

Reports to:

Programmes Operations Manager

Location:

Muslim Hands, 148 – 164 Gregory Boulevard, Gregory House, Nottingham, NG7 5JE

Hours of Work:

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary guideline:

(Up to) £22,000.00 per annum (commensurate with experience)

Terms of Employment:

Permanent Full Time Contract (with a 6-Month Probationary Period)

Application Process & Closing Date:

Send an up to date CV and supporting Covering Letter by Email by no later than 1st March 2020

Approx. Interview & Role Commencement Date(s):

Interviews: W/C 9th March 2020 (should the advertisement campaign run its full course)

Start: ASAP thereafter

Note: 

• Strong Applicants may be contacted sooner, ahead of the closing date, to hold Skype Interview with Muslim Hands; therefore, please include your Skype ID in your application.
• Previous applicants need not apply.

Other Information:

Muslim Hands is a UK based international relief organisation working in over 40 countries worldwide, with the head office based in Nottingham and the fundraising team based in Whitechapel, London. Muslim Hands UK is seeking an enthusiastic and passionate programmes operations officer to assist in the operations department. This role is based in Nottingham. This is an exciting period of growth and change, with ambitious plans to grow our activities within this area by 2020.

Main purpose of the Role:

Programmes operations officer will work closely with the programmes staff in the UK as well as the field/partner offices overseas, ensuring both have the right tools and the capacity to effectively implement Muslim Hands programmes. Working mainly with field/partner offices in as many as 25 countries, the programmes operations officer will ensure all partners and offices are compliant in MH policies and procedures, especially on governance and risk. Programmes operations officer will also ensure field offices HR issues are addressed as well keeping on top of general office administration. An important part of the role is being able to work remotely through telephone calls, emails and skype with the field and partner offices in various countries, understanding that all partners have varying degree of English proficiency and capacity. There will also be opportunities to travel to these locations, sometimes at short notice.

Main responsibilities

• Administrative Duties
  • Carry out day to day administrative tasks for our field/partner offices
  • Coordinate with project coordinators as well as field office and partners to ensure admin related issues are addressed within programmes
  • Assist the line manager to ensure correct due diligence processes, policies and procedures are followed by projects staff and field/partner offices
  • Communicate with the field offices and partners regarding risks and concerns raised by project coordinators
  • Provide support and address field office HR issues
• Operational Duties
  • Assist the programmes operations manager in disseminating programme management tools and templates
  • Ensure all documents are appropriately communicated and recorded in MH systems
  • Assist the project coordinators in effectively communicating with the field offices
  • Act as a focal point for information in the absence of relevant project coordinators
• Programme Management System
  • To manage users and their access levels within the project management system
  • Ensure that the project management systems are used effectively by project coordinators and field offices
  • Assist the field/partner offices in issues related to using the project management system
  • Ensure that correct operational process and procedures within the programme management systems are adhered to

• To demonstrate Muslim Hands’ values and ethics in own working practices, approach and conduct
• To support with Fundraising activities from time-to-time, committing to partake in approximately 5-Live-TV-Appeals during our peak periods.
• To undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by Line Manager
• To promote and adhere to all Muslim Hands Policies, Procedures and Professional PracticesIn addition, the programmes operations officer will be required to undertake any reasonable responsibilities as required by the line manager
• All employees are required to undertake all tasks and duties in an effective, efficient, transparent and wholly accountable manner

Essential: The Ideal Candidate will:

• Demonstrate eligibility to work in the UK
• Must be able to either:

a. Provide a valid Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate (issued within the last year) when requested by Muslim Hands; OR

b. Undertake to provide full cooperation for Muslim Hands to perform a DBS Check at the required level appropriate for this / similar role

• Must be able to commute / willing to relocate to Nottingham
• Must be educated to degree level
• Must possess good organisation and communication skills
• Be well versed in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other IT systems and applications.
• Demonstrate working experience of remote-management of staff overseas
• Be willing and able to travel overseas at short notice
• Demonstrate ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Possess exceptional interpersonal and organisational skills

Desirable:

• Demonstrate relevant NGO/Charity experience
• Demonstrate experience of project management / knowledge of PMD Pro
• Demonstrate thorough understanding of project cycle management and familiarity of related documentation
• Demonstrate knowledge of risk management
• Demonstrate knowledge of Human Resources Administration

This is a very rewarding position for the right person. If you feel this is you, please send your CV with a cover letter explaining why you feel you are suitable quoting the above reference number!!

Deadline for applications is 1st March 2020 however we reserve the right to end the application procedure early should the right candidate be found. 

NB: Unfortunately, we will only be able to contact successful candidates so if you have not heard from us by the closure date unfortunately your application will have been unsuccessful. 

Operational Manager

You will join our client as an Operational Manager to work across the East Midlands and make their vision a reality.

Operational Manager Responsibilities:

The Operational Manager will be responsible for managing several teams providing support to people with a learning disability. An element of travelling is required within this role.

The Operational Manager will ensure the quality of support by leading, mentoring, auditing, developing, training and guiding diverse staff teams. The Operational Manager will monitor and audit the supports, supervise the front-line leaders, manage projects and work as a senior manager of the organisation.

Operational Manager Requirements:

To be an Operational Manager you will need to have previous experience in providing outstanding care within the care sector and more specifically within supported living settings. You will need thorough knowledge of the regulations and laws that we work within and the role the Care Quality Commission play in this.

You’ll need great communication skills and be able manage a team by leading by example. You’ll be computer literate, show initiative and be comfortable when it comes to making difficult decisions.

We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. Apply now to avoid disappointment.

About our client:

They’re a charity that support people with a learning disability. They want to demonstrate that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society, but they can’t do this without you!

Location: Nottinghamshire & Lincolnshire

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 39 hours per week

Salary: £32,599 to £38,351 per annum

Benefits: 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holiday, Employee support line to support you and your family, Continuous on the job training is provided, Contributory Pension Plan, Occupational Maternity Pay, NVQ Funding, DBS paid for by our client, Career progression. They also offer an employee benefits scheme, which includes: Cycle to Work Scheme, Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts.

You may have experience of the following: Operational Manager, Operations Manager, Service Manager, Service Coordinator, Regional Manager, Area Manager, Registered Manager, Care Manager, Home Manager Supported Living Manager, Project Manager, Programme Manager, Charity, Third Sector, NFP, etc.

Ref: 91876

Retail Area Manager

Employed By: Valley CiDS Ltd

Location: Derby/Nottinghamshire

Hours: 37.5 Mon – Sun, working 5 days/wk. (Including occasional evening and alternate Saturdays)

Base: Field-Based with Admin base in Hucknall

Responsible to: Head of Retail Sales and Marketing

Salary: £24,500 - £27,500, dependant on experience

Closing Date: - Sunday 8th March 2020

Interviews to be held: - Wednesday 18th March 2020

About Us

Are you passionate about the preloved, charity retail sector and would like to make a difference to a portfolio of your very own charity shops? Valley CiDS is a children and young people’s charity based over Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. As a local charity, we are dedicated to raising money through our growing retail portfolio to support the community by investing in the next generation.

Our Christian values of hope, compassion, belonging and inclusion embody our overall vision for the future and what we aspire to in all aspects of our work.

About You

Working as part of a dedicated retail team, you will be an ambitious senior manager able to lead and develop our existing staff and volunteers across Derby and surrounding areas to help maximise area sales and profit in up to 20 of our shops.

Reporting to our Head of Retail Sales & Marketing, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate proven success in achieving and exceeding sales and profit targets within retail management as well as strong leadership and development skills to enable you to motivate, advise and encourage a diverse team of staff and volunteers.

You will be able to identify and develop new and improved strategies to ensure the very highest of standards in all of our shops in line with company polices. The Retail Area Manager will also be an advocate for our charity, promoting and enhancing the work we do in every aspect of day to day duties.

The desired candidate will have outstanding people management skills, the ability to identify and source stock, profiled to the different areas that our shops are situated in, to help improve our retail offering. Strong business acumen is essential along with the ability to analyse financial data, managing income and expenditure targets.

This exciting role requires a dynamic and motivated candidate who is eager for a challenge and is passionate about a more sustainable future.  As a Retail Area Manager you will be able to make a real difference to the local community through the creativity, innovation and commercial awareness that you will implement across your portfolio of shops.

Please apply by submitting a current CV and covering letter, which includes a suitability statement that makes clear reference to the Job Description & Person Specification.

Shop Manager

37 hours per week, over 5 days, may include Sundays.

£19,075pa with annual progression up to £19,665pa.

We offer many enhanced benefits including; 28 days holiday a year - plus Bank Holidays and stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%. Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.

Fixed Term Contract for 12 months with the possibility of extending a further 12 months.

Location: Newark

Do you like being creative? Or looking for a hidden treasure? Have you got Retail/Management experience? Are you looking for a new challenge in 2020?

We are looking for a Shop Manager to lead our team in the Newark shop. You will be working in a creative environment, working with donated goods to maximise sales and net contribution.

You will make a real difference to young people in England by helping to raise the vital funds needed to support our frontline work. You will need to be driven and focused on making money, and have good communication skills both inside and outside the shop, reaching out to the local community to help build support for the shop.

As a Shop Manager you will manage a team of diverse Volunteers, you will need great people skills and be confident at working with people from different backgrounds creating a welcoming and positive experience for all of our staff, volunteers and supporters.

If you have what it takes to work hard but have some fun along the way then this is the place for you.

Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

We look forward to receiving your application.

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.

Vacancy closes midnight on: Sunday 19th January 2020

Interviews will be held on: TBC

SUPPORT PLANNER, ELIZABETH HOUSE, NOTTINGHAM, FRWK06 £18,476 - £20,531, PERMANENT, 37 HPW

Framework is a charity delivering housing, health, employment, support and care services to people with a diverse range of needs. We empower people to achieve financial stability, social inclusion and independence.

Elizabeth House is a well-established service based in Daybrook providing accommodation and support for homeless people from the Broxtowe, Gedling and Rushcliffe areas often with a range of complex support needs. We are looking for reliable, enthusiastic and self-motivated candidates who can demonstrate an understanding of the issues facing those affected by homelessness and who want to work in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication skills, resilience and a positive approach are essential.

Please note the preferred working days for this role would include Monday and Fridays with the third day to be negotiated.

The main functions of the role are:

• To be responsible for assessing and evaluating the needs of service users, recording relevant information specific to a person’s support needs and co-ordinating referrals into the service.

• To co-ordinate the support being offered to service users with Support Workers

• To support service users to engage with the move on process and address any barriers to moving on

• To motivate and work creatively with service users to engage with their individual support/ resettlement plan

• To deliver a service which maintains a safe environment

• To contribute to the achievement of contractual service obligations

• To work in partnership with other agencies to maximise service delivery

For more information please contact: Hyacinth Hall

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.

CVs will not be accepted

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

RECEPTIONIST, PROPERTY SERVICES, VAL ROBERTS HOUSE, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, FRWK03 £16,296 - £17,811 FTE (PRO-RATA: £10,791 - £11,794), 24.5 HPW

WORKING HOURS: MONDAY-THURSDAY 12.00 -17.00 AND FRIDAY 12.00 -16.30

Are you happy working in a fast-moving environment, relating to people with a wide range of concerns, treating them with respect and compassion, and helping them to get the support they need to make the best of their lives?

Framework is looking for a suitably experienced receptionist for its Nottingham Central Office.  You will be providing first-line contact for everyone visiting.

This will include greeting staff and all visitors, receiving and transferring calls to different services, room bookings, ensuring the security of the building is maintained, adhering to GDPR protocol at all times.

If you have good administrative skills, IT skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure, then we would like to hear from you.

For more information please contact: David Lomas 

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

CVs will not be accepted

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

Community Engagement Officer

To help our client create amazing partnerships, they need amazing people and they have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, organised and enthusiastic Community Engagement Officer to maximise income and awareness, proactively drive opportunities in communities across the region and ensure their excellent standards of donor care are adhered to.

This role plays an important part in implementing their community fundraising strategy, as well as identifying key areas to increase income and drive growth. This post is responsible for all aspects of community engagement; including developing and managing Community Support Groups and Community Champions and volunteers, promoting national challenges and campaigns, and nurturing relationships to develop into potential Charity partners.

Community Engagement Officer Responsibilities:

- Maximising income and awareness from community fundraising activity across the region developing and managing Community Support Groups, Community Champions and volunteers representing the Charity.
- Proactively driving opportunities in communities across the region to generate income and awareness.
- Maximising the potential of each community event to provide new contacts and increase the number of new donors to the Charity.
- Maximising income from individual / corporate participation in events and challenges.
- Exploring opportunities for new fundraising events and initiatives.
- Building strong relationships with those volunteers raising funds for them in the community, identifying ways to build and maintain their loyalty.

Community Engagement Officer Requirements:

- Significant experience in a community fundraising / engagement role.
- Demonstrable experience of developing successful and innovative fundraising events and marketing.
- Significant experience and proven success in raising income and support from a diverse range of funding streams.

You will be a first-class communicator with the ability to communicate our client’s vision and plans to a range of audiences. You will also have knowledge of Institute of Fundraising guidelines and legislation, along with the ability to manage a varied workload and take initiative to prioritise.

About our client:

If you are looking for an inspirational challenge, join their amazing assistance dog charity and contribute to their life changing work. Their mission is to transform the lives of adults with physical disabilities through partnership with their specially trained assistance dogs.

They are a disability confident committed employer and welcome diversity, promote equality and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Location: Osgathorpe, Leicestershire LE12 9SR

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £22,683 to £24,101 depending on experience

Benefits: Pension Scheme, Annual Leave, wide range of discounts at high street shops

Closing date for applications: Midnight 1st March, 2020
1st Interview: 17 March & 18 March 2020
2nd Interview: 26 March 2020

You may have experience of the following: Community Engagement Officer, Community Fundraising Executive, Community Fundraising Officer, Community Fundraising, Fundraising, Fundraiser, Fundraising Manager, Senior Fundraising Officer, Senior Fundraising Executive, Business Development Manager, etc.

Ref: 91667

Who are Thera Group?

Thera Group are a charity that support people with a learning disability. We want to demonstrate that people with a learning disability can be leaders in society, but we can’t do this without you! We need a Operational Manager to work across the East Midlands to make our vision a reality.

What does an Operational Manager do?

The Operational Manager will be responsible for managing several teams providing support to people with a learning disability. An element of travelling is required within this role.

The Operational Manager will ensure the quality of support by leading, mentoring, auditing, developing, training and guiding diverse staff teams. The Operational Manager will monitor and audit the supports, supervise the front-line leaders, manage projects and work as a senior manager of the organisation.

What experience do I need?

To be an Operational Manager you will need to have previous experience in providing outstanding care within the care sector and more specifically within supported living settings. You will need thorough knowledge of the regulations and laws that we work within and the role the Care Quality Commission play in this.

You’ll need great communication skills and be able manage a team by leading by example. You’ll be computer literate, show initiative and be comfortable when it comes to making difficult decisions.

What are the Benefits?

• 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays

• Employee support line to support you and your family

• Continuous on the job training is provided
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Occupational Maternity Pay
• NVQ Funding
• DBS paid for by Thera
• Career progression

We also offer an employee benefits scheme, which includes:

• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to Thousands of Retail Discounts

*We reserve the right to close this advert before the closing deadline if we interview and offer the right candidate. Apply now to avoid disappointment. *

Education & Learning Policy Manager (UK)

Full time 35 Hours per week

Newark

£30,000 

Our client has a vision of land and seas rich in wildlife and people close to nature. They believe that nature is valuable in its own right, that everyone should have the chance to experience the joy of wildlife and that they are part of nature, wholly dependent upon it. 

About the role:

They are currently looking for an Education and Learning Policy Manager to lead their movement’s policy, campaigning and influencing work relating to education and learning. 

The purpose of the role is to drive the development and delivery of the education and learning strategy as part of an overall approach to inspiring young people to act for wildlife and support the Trusts.

As a supportive, enthusiastic, and friendly leader, you will be based within the Campaigns and Policy Team, which works to help wildlife and wild places by changing how people engage with them, and influencing work to implement solutions to recover wildlife through farming and freshwater to roads, railways and housing.  You will also work with the Living Seas team to support education, learning and engagement activities in and around the marine environment.

They are looking for someone with previous experience of developing and implementing education and learning policy who can influence a wide range of people and organisations.  You must have an understanding of the organisation of the education system at all levels in the UK and an interest in, and passion for, connecting people to the natural world.

The successful candidate will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, be organised, resourceful and have an eye for written detail as well as confidence in public speaking. This will come through in your clear passion for the cause. 

As you will be part of a tight and dedicated central team, it is important that you have excellent collaboration and facilitation skills.  They are looking for someone who can ensure that everyone comes together effectively across the trust movement to achieve their policy and campaigning goals.

About the company:

This is a time of immense change, when the laws protecting our environment and wildlife are at risk. People across society are suffering more than ever from lack of access to, and connection with, nature. People spend significantly less time in nature than they did a generation ago, and encounter wildlife less often.

Our client is determined to empower their supporters and the next generation to turn this around – to lead nature’s recovery and reconnect us to the natural world.  They will put a wildlife-rich natural world at the heart of education and learning for all. People of all ages and all backgrounds will have the chance to learn about wildlife and the value of the natural world because these will be central to the education system.

The Trusts are a grassroots movement of 850,000 members, including 200,000 junior members, 38,000 volunteers and 2,800 staff across the UK. dedicated to this vision and driven by their beliefs. 

They value courage, respect, integrity, trust and responsibility.  Whilst they are passionate in promoting their aims, they are not judgemental, and they are inclusive.  The Trusts value diversity and they are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. They actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures.  They believe that a diverse workforce will help them create their vision of people close to nature, with land and seas rich in wildlife

They are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

SUPPORT WORKER, STEP UP, LONG EATON, FRWK03 £16,296 - £17,811, 37 HPW, TEMPORARY UNTIL 14TH OCTOBER 2020

Do you want to join an organisation that employs remarkable people to do a remarkable job?  Do you have commitment to reach out, even to the most challenging young people?

We are looking for a Support Worker who would thrive in a young person’s accommodation service, where no two days are ever the same.

You could be part of a team supporting young people to develop their independence, social skills and help raise their aspirations.

You will support young people aged 16-21 to complete daily tasks and learn new life- skills during their transition to independence and into our move-on properties.

You will:

• work in partnership with various agencies and closely with social care

• have excellent communication skills and be able to build rapport with young people

• be dynamic and enthusiastic

• promote equality and diversity within the service

• provide a safe and secure environment for young people

• contribute to the delivery of a comprehensive support package

For more information please contact: Alison Legg 

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

CVs will not be accepted

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

Assistant Shop Manager

Permanent

£17,577 per annum with annual progression up to £18,121 pa Pro Rata

We offer many enhanced benefits including; 28 days holiday a year and stakeholder pension scheme with matching contributions up to 8%. Full details about our benefits can be found on our website.

20 hours per week over 7 days to include Sundays

Do you like being creative? Or looking for a hidden treasure? Do you have supervisory work experience in commercial or charity retail and are looking for the next step up for a new challenge in 2020?

We are looking for an Assistant Shop Manager to work alongside the Shop Manager in our Sutton in Ashfield shop, to help with the daily running of the shop, assisting in the management of the Volunteer team, you will need to be confident at working with people from different backgrounds creating a welcoming and positive experience for all of our staff, volunteers and supporters.

You will be working in a creative environment, working with donated goods to maximise sales and net contribution.

You will make a real difference to young people in England by helping to raise vital funds needed to support our frontline work. To do this you will need to be driven, focused on making money, and bring lots of good ideas to the table.

It is important that you have good communication skills both inside and outside the shop, reaching out to the local community to help build support for the shop.

If you have what it takes to work hard but have some fun along the way, and support your Shop Manager to be the best, then this is the place for you!

Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

We look forward to receiving your application.

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.

Vacancy closes midnight: 08/03/2020

Interviews will be held on: 19/03/2020

SUPPORT PLANNER, HOMELESS FAMILIES, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, FRWK06 £18,476 - £20,531 FTE (PRO-RATA: £8,988 - £9,988), 18 HPW

The service will work closely with the Local Authority to reduce the use of B&B accommodation for these often vulnerable families.  We are looking for experienced workers who respond well to a fast paced service and like a challenge. 

Referrals will come from Nottingham City Council’s Housing Aid service and families will be accommodated for approximately 10 weeks.  Support will focus on addressing immediate and short term support needs and resettlement to more permanent accommodation. Housing management and a focus on move-on will form the majority of the tasks. The safety and wellbeing of families with children is paramount. There will be a high turnover and the accommodation will need to be made ready in a short time span.

We are looking for reliable, experienced and enthusiastic candidates with an understanding of safeguarding and a desire to work with vulnerable families and children. Experience of working in an accommodation setting or similar environment is not necessary but preferable and we welcome applicants with a background in working with children and/or young people.

 The main functions of this role are;

1. Positively promote the work of Framework and the new service
2. Create a support plan with the family members
3. Provide a housing management function, collect both eligible and ineligible rent, manage occupancy agreements, void and locality management
4. Ensure that the accommodation provided is both safe and healthy
5. Develop good professional relationships and networks of support relevant to the client group
6. Liaise with the local authority about move on options
7. Review support plans and risk assessments
8. Understand and act on both child and adult safeguarding issues

Working hours:

18 hrs per week – alternate weekly shift pattern of – Week 1: Tuesday 12- 6, Thursday 12-6 & Friday 12-6; Week 2: Tuesday 10- 4, Thursday 8-2, Friday 8-2

Staff are based at the main service:

38 Bentinck Road

Radford

Nottingham

Dispersed Housing: Staff are not based here

The Rise

13 Sherwood Rise

Nottingham

For more information please contact: Jennifer White

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

CVs will not be accepted

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Derby City Mission is looking to appoint Project Workers to work at Safe Space initiative working with entrenched homeless people in Derby. You will be responsible for ensuring the security and safety of all homeless guests attending the Safe Space, which will operate on a 24/7 basis for a 12-month post–pilot phase. The persons appointed will have experience of working with people with chaotic lifestyles and be enthusiastic, committed and have empathy for our vision. Applicants must be willing to work flexibly, working day and night shifts as rostered, 7 days a week. We are looking to start employing staff from April 2020. Derby City Mission is a Christian registered charity (no 1140235). Applicants must be able to demonstrate how their beliefs and conduct align with the Evangelical Alliance’s Statement of Faith and Derby City Mission’s Mission Statement and Values.

A full Job Description, including how to apply can be obtained by contacting:

Mrs Viv Merkelt

Derby City Mission

25 Charnwood Street, Derby, DE1 2GU

We are committed to equality of opportunity

Closing date midday Friday 6th March 2020

Interviews will be held between Wednesday 11th & Friday 13th March 2020

If successful some training will take place in w/c 23rd March 2020 for which you will be paid for.