We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an innovative Shop Manager, who is looking to make their mark in a high profile store in Wrexham. You will join us working 35 hours per week on a rota basis (to include weekends) and in return you will receive a competitive salary of up to £19,718.96 per annum plus excellent benefits.

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity with a nationwide network of adoption and homing centres, volunteer-run branches and charity shops. During 2021, we helped 137,000 cats and kittens. That's the equivalent of around 375 cats a day!

Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece', our team of Shop Managers ensure customers are met with great customer service. We are helping the environment while improving the lives of cats, one t-shirt at a time.
 
Responsibilities of our Shop Manager:

As a Shop Manager you will combine commercial acumen with creativity, leading a team of employees and volunteers to deliver the highest standards of customer service and presentation in order to maximise income for cat welfare. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a successful store, market and promote the store within the community and build an exceptional team that are committed to raising funds to support cats and kittens in our care.

What we’re looking for in our Shop Manager:

• Previous retail and people management experience
• A strong communicator with excellent organisational skills
• A highly self-motivated, positive and resilient individual
• The ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of people
• Strong knowledge of the issues relating to recruiting and retaining volunteers
• Experience of working to targets and KPIs within a retail environment is essential

What we can offer you:

• salary of up to £19,718.96 per annum plus excellent benefits
• generous annual leave entitlement
• contribution pension scheme
• life assurance scheme
• range of health benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme
• and more

Join us as our Shop Manager and know you are helping to make a real difference to cats and kittens across the UK!

Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications or CVs that are emailed to us directly. Applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

Closing date: 31st May 2022

Virtual interview date: TBC - Applications will be reviewed as they are recieved. 

Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm.  We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an innovative Shop Manager, who is looking to make their mark in a high profile store in Gillingham, Kent. You will join us working 35 hours per week on a rota basis (to include weekends) and in return you will receive a competitive salary of up to £19,718.96 per annum plus excellent benefits.

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity with a nationwide network of adoption and homing centres, volunteer-run branches and charity shops. During 2021 we helped 137,000 cats and kittens. That's the equivalent of around 375 cats a day!

Each of our shops has its own charm and personality due to our dedicated volunteers and colleagues. From vintage jewellery and jigsaws to harps and handbags, whether our customers are looking for that 'must have' item or simply a 'missing piece', our team of Shop Managers ensure customers are met with great customer service. We are helping the environment while improving the lives of cats, one t-shirt at a time.
 
Responsibilities of our Shop Manager:

As a Shop Manager you will combine commercial acumen with creativity, leading a team of employees and volunteers to deliver the highest standards of customer service and presentation in order to maximise income for cat welfare. This is an exciting opportunity to manage a successful store, market and promote the store within the community and build an exceptional team that are committed to raising funds to support cats and kittens in our care.

What we’re looking for in our Shop Manager:

• Previous retail and people management experience
• A strong communicator with excellent organisational skills
• A highly self-motivated, positive and resilient individual
• The ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of people
• Strong knowledge of the issues relating to recruiting and retaining volunteers
• Experience of working to targets and KPIs within a retail environment is essential

What we can offer you:

• salary of up to £19,728.96 per annum plus excellent benefits
• generous annual leave entitlement
• contribution pension scheme
• life assurance scheme
• range of health benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme
• and more

Join us as our Shop Manager and know you are helping to make a real difference to cats and kittens across the UK!

Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications or CVs that are emailed to us directly. Applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.

Closing date: 30th May 2022

Virtual interview date: 8th June 2022

Cats Protection is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk and protecting anyone that comes into contact with us from harm.  We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

SIG-Pathways is looking for a talented, passionate and ambitious Service Manager to oversee our Maidstone services supporting people in the criminal justice system towards positive resettlement outcomes and happy, healthy future.

This role will oversee our flagship residential support service for male and female prison leavers, consisting of 31 units of accommodation across 4 locations in Maidstone offering mixed levels of support. You and your team of Support Workers will deliver a trauma-informed service that provides residents a safe space to begin to address the underlying causes of their past offending, whilst equipping them with the skills and confidence to live independently at the end of their stay with us. You will also oversee our Housing First pilot project working in partnership with Maidstone Council to provide a holistic support package to people with complex needs and an accommodation need.

Reporting to the Head of Services, you will be responsible for contract compliance, standards and leading your service to ensure it meets or exceeds performance targets and achieves positive outcomes for the residents. You will be responsible for reporting our performance to our commissioners and executive team in a clear and timely fashion and taking swift action to address any areas of underperformance. You will also be required to contribute to reports to SIG’s Board of Trustees.

You will lead on ensuring your service is adequately staffed, and maintain a culture of learning and development through supervisions, appraisals and continuing professional development processes. You will ensure a coaching approach to line management is implemented throughout your service and adopted by frontline staff when supporting service users.

You will be a subject matter expert in criminal justice, with a thorough understanding of risk management and an ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems. You will use your knowledge to hold your service to the highest standards, conducting regular audits and ensuring learning and best practice is cascaded to all staff.

The role will also be responsible for delivering the service within its budget so an understanding of financial management and budgeting processes will be necessary. Knowledge of supporting vulnerable people, excellent communication skills and being able to develop strong working relationships with your teams, commissioners and other key stakeholders will be vital to the role.

You will have a passion for working with people with experience of the criminal justice system and/or with other marginalised groups, and a belief that everyone can turn their life around regardless of past or present circumstances. You will have some previous management experience, an ability to motivate and inspire, and a keen eye for detail.

Why work for us:

• Excellent core and on-going training aligned with personal development plan
• Access to employee assistance programme
• 25 days holiday increasing to 26 days after 2 years and increasing 1 day per year up to 30 days annual leave
• Medi-cash which includes the following:
• Discount gym membership
• Routine eye tests, glasses and contact lenses
• Dental treatment via NHS or Private
• Physiotherapy, Head Massage and a range of other therapies
• Life Assurance

If you wish to work with this challenging yet rewarding client group then this could be a perfect opportunity for you!

For more information, please visit our careers page in order to complete our online application form by clicking on the "Apply Now" button.

All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and provide employment references covering the last 5 years period including one from your most recent employer.

Job Description 

Job Title: Depot Manager 

Reporting To: Director of Operations 

Type: Permanent / Full Time

Salary: £37,000-44,000pa (depending on experience)  

 
About The Felix Project 

The Felix Project is London's biggest food redistribution charity and the largest end-to-end food redistribution charity in Europe.   

Our vision is a London where no one goes hungry and good food is never wasted.  

We rescue surplus food from businesses, supermarkets, restaurants and farms. This food is nutritious, in-date, and safe and includes a high proportion of fresh vegetables, fruit, meat and fish. If we did not rescue this food, it would be at risk of going to waste. Instead, we deliver it free of charge to London charities, schools, food banks, COVID food hubs and other organisations serving people in need. Our food is a vital lifeline for children and families, people on low incomes, people who have lost their jobs, the homeless, refugees, domestic abuse survivors, the elderly and keyworkers.   

We were founded in 2016 in memory of Felix Byam Shaw, by his father, entrepreneur Justin Byam Shaw.   

Purpose of the Job 

The Depot Manager position is a key role in the depot operations team.  The main requirement of the role is to lead the day-to-day operations of our new depot in East London. You will provide leadership for your team of staff and volunteers, and ensure the depot maintains our standard operating procedures particularly with respect to health & safety and food safety. You will be responsible for ensuring all depot operations team members and volunteers are inducted, trained and supervised to our agreed standards.  As this is a new depot you will be responsible to implementing all systems and procedures with the support of the project team.

Duties and Accountabilities 

• Leadership of the depot operation 

• Budget ownership for the operation 

• Regular reporting and measurement 

• Leadership, development and management of depot staff 

• Volunteer co-ordination, training and supervision

• Resource planning and management 

• Delivery of all standard operating procedures 

• Developing and maintaining relationships with local charities and suppliers 

• Overseeing the depot operational data and ensuring that it is secure and accurate 

• Route planning 

• Actively carrying out food collections and deliveries with current suppliers and charities where needed 

• Stock management and warehousing 

• Management of the depot facilities and vans 

• Acting as a local ambassador for The Felix Project

• Development and implementation of all local compliance policies (e.g. food handling, health and safety, volunteer policies etc)

• Increasing impact and quality of the operation 

• Liaison with other Felix Project departments and project collaboration

Person Specification 

The Felix Project recognises the positive value of diversity and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce.  We encourage applications from all suitably qualified or experienced individuals, regardless of their race, gender, biological sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.  

You will be a knowledgeable warehouse manager with experience of maintaining operating standards and supervising teams of people. You have a passion to be in a charity that is expanding rapidly and thrive in a busy environment.  You will have a desire to help reduce food waste and/or fight food poverty. 

Essential skills/knowledge relevant to this role 

• Warehouse management experience in FMCG sector or similar at a senior level

• Full UK Driving Licence (with no more than 6 points) held for at least 1 year – over 21 for insurance purposes

• Successful track record in a leadership position in a warehouse environment

• Excellent people management experience and success in driving performance and accountability

• Proven track record in driving efficiency, improvement and/or supporting growth

• Proven track record in improving and embedding processes and systems to optimise operational efficiency

• Knowledge and experience of developing and implementing compliance policies within an operation (ideally food safety and health & safety)

• Ability and willingness to work in a busy environment

• Ability to work within a team of varied individuals with a positive attitude 

• Meticulous organisation skills and attention to detail

• Good PC skills, particularly Microsoft Office 

• Excellent communication skills

Desirable skills/knowledge relevant to this role  

• Committed to reducing food waste and fighting food poverty

• Flexibility in terms of working hours 

• Forklift license 

What you’ll get in return 

You’ll be working in an upbeat, innovative charity with strong vision, ambition and a fantastic culture and leadership team.  This role is located at our depot in Poplar (E14 7BN) but you may be asked to occasionally work in one of our other locations as part of your duties. The salary is £37,000-44,000 per annum (depending on experience), 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. 

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Shift basis – 5 days out of 6. Any 7.5h between 07:30 and19:00. Occasionally we will operate on Sundays.

Application procedure: Please apply via our recruitment portal. Please upload your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role. 

Overview of the role

Our long term vision is for cervical cancer to be eradicated and until then that no woman that is diagnosed goes without the support she needs. The charity has set out an ambitious five year vision, and this will require significant growth in income to allow us to significantly extend our information and support programmes.

The Trusts and Statutory Manager will build on recent success; manage the overall growth of trusts, foundations and statutory funding in order to help Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust secure the income needed to achieve sustainable growth. There will be an increased focus on the Statutory income stream over the coming years. The post holder will be responsible for working with teams across the organization to develop new projects and evaluating existing projects.

You will be building relationships with funders, writing applications, networking and providing first class stewardship to a range of funders. You will need a track record of raising significant funds from trusts, have excellent communication skills and an ability to assess impact, costs and added value.

This post requires someone who has extensive experience in generating income from Trust/ Statutory funders. This role is integral to the development of the charity and so is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, resourceful, ambitious and hardworking individual.

Overall purpose of the role

To develop and implement a strategy to grow sustainable income from trust, foundation and statutory funders. This includes identifying, researching and cultivating new sources of income whilst also developing and maintaining strong relationships with current donors.

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Developing and implementing a strategy for maximising income from Trusts, Foundation and Statutory funders
• Being the key contact for all Trust, Foundation and Statutory fundraising activities
• Research and qualify a robust pipeline of potential funders in order to achieve sustainable growth, ensuring that prospects are matched to projects appropriately; with a particular focus on securing multi-year /  high value (£50k+) grants, as well as increasing our pipeline of medium size funders
• Work alongside the Head of Fundraising and the Chief Executive to develop and manage key supporter relationships, sharing information and leads; build new donor relationships and maintain current relationships through appropriate means e.g. reporting, meetings, networking and communications.
• Plan and deliver an application and reporting calendar for funders of all sizes; implementing bespoke approaches, cultivation and stewardship in order to maximize income and engagement
• Develop effective working relationships with senior management, trustees and senior level volunteers in order to maximise their contribution to the success of the trusts and statutory programme
• Work with colleagues across the organisation to develop a range of projects (for core and new work) into fundable and compelling applications ensuring they meet funder requirements and are backed up with clear and detailed budgets.

• Establish processes with delivery colleagues to monitor and evaluate activity and ensure funder reports are delivered within deadlines, and in line with grant and funder requirements
• Research and monitor new developments/funding opportunities, and sector trends

• Monitor and report against operational plans, income and expenditure budgets and other KPIs to ensure objectives are achieved and exceeded; proposing plans for remedial action if income and expenditure projections are not on track
• Ensure that all funds received are accurately allocated as unrestricted or restricted grants
• Take responsibility for ensuring that full records of all Trusts, Foundations and Statutory activity (including research, asks, mailings, updates, communications and income), are maintained on the charity’s database and other internal systems
• Work alongside the Head of Fundraising to contribute to overall fundraising strategy. Support and contribute to cross-team projects, leading on projects as required
• To attend and contribute to team meetings and work closely with colleagues in order to understand their funding needs.
• Where appropriate represent the charity at external events
• Occasionally be asked to work outside of office hours or travel outside of London

The job description gives an outline of key duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The post holder may be asked from time to time to take on other responsibilities as reasonably requested by their manager

At Equal People mencap, we are proud of our 35-year history of supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, complex needs and experiencing mental health needs. We support adults at risk and vulnerable children in RBKC and Westminster. We offer a wide range of support options and activities.

We aim to support each individual to pursue their aims and dreams, live the life they choose and access, participate in and contribute to their local, and the wider community as much as they wish.

Our Charity has member representation at every level, including 50% of the Board. Inclusion, dignity, respect and the promotion of the rights, opportunities and choices of the vulnerable adults and children we support are key to our ethos and values.

We are rapidly growing and now provide over 1,000 hours per week of support We aim to be the best social care employer in London.

ROLE:

We are looking for someone who loves a challenge, is creative and has a passion for positive change, with the confidence to make decisions under pressure. You will be self-motivated and determined to achieve the best outcome for the people we support. You will achieve this through leading and motivating a dedicated team of support workers to ensure and maintain the delivery of high-quality support.

The successful applicant will need to be confident in communicating with the people we support, staff, family members and partner agencies.

To be considered for this role you must have experience and knowledge within the social care sector, experience of working with working with people with complex needs would be desirable. You should also have experience leading teams in Learning Disability services. As this service is registered for personal care/supported living you will be supported to undertake your registration with CQC.

You will be responsible for the continued positive outcomes for the people that we support through management of the services. You will be responsible for cultivating and contributing to a "continuous improvement" environment and will be proactive in the management of your staff, the rotas, and the budgets for your services.

You will be responsible for the quality of the service, as well as the finances and team performance, ensuring that the people that we support are given opportunities to pursue their interests and life goals.  Some of the people we support have profound and multiple learning disabilities alongside other complex healthcare needs such as physical disabilities, Epilepsy, Dysphagia, non-verbal, require peg feeding and some may require involvement with manual handling and supporting people with all aspects of their personal care.

Whilst it is not essential that you have direct experience as a Service Manager, it is important that you have some management experience, and a good knowledge of the health and social care sector. You will be working within the supported living environment. 

The role will challenge, excite and never be dull but will be truly rewarding.

You must be competent in using IT.

Your working week is flexible covering 7 days per week and will include working weekends and an on-call rota shared with your Senior Support Workers. Flexibility is key.

See attached job description and person specification.

Apply via CV and accompanying letter.

Closing Date 6th June 2022

We have a fantastic development opportunity to join one of our five Children’s Homes in London.

We are looking for candidates with the aspiration to develop their careers with us and become Registered Managers through our Leadership Passport and Management Training offer.

Starting salary of £31,552 as Deputy Manager, and up to £41,208 as Registered Manager.

We are proud that 80% of our Registered Managers are internal promotions. Take your career to next level with our comprehensive in-house training and funded Level 5 qualifications.

About Us

St Christopher's is an established children’s charity that has provided care and support for vulnerable children and young people for 150 years.  Our focus and commitment is all about our children and young people. We provide fostering, children's homes and a range of innovative housing and support services across London, Essex, West Midlands and the Isle of Man.

We really care about children and young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We ask children and young people what they think and involve them in decision making, from helping to shape new services to interviewing new members of staff.  Our social pedagogic approach is our core philosophy of care.  Put simply this is a holistic approach for building positive relationships with children and young people to bring out their inner “diamond”.

We are an equal opportunity employer and keen to develop an inclusive workforce were people feel they belong.  We hope to attract application from under- represented groups including people from different cultures, nationalities, socio economic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religion, faith, sex, orientation, child care responsibilities and with gender diverse identities.

St Christopher’s Academy

When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please click visit our website.

The successful candidate will have:

• Two years’ recent experience of working with children/young people who are at risk in a residential or community based setting.
• Degree in Social Work or equivalent or at least Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Ability to develop appropriate one-to-one relationships with young people and employ mentoring skills that empower young people to achieve their goals
• Numeracy skills to manage budgets efficiently and contribute to the budgetary process.
• An understanding of the regulatory framework relevant to the provision of residential services for children and young people.
• Awareness of issues facing young people such as bullying, gangs and exploitation and how these impact on behaviour
• Ability to work shifts including weekends and bank holidays and undertake sleep-ins.
• Ability and willingness to be part of an on call rota overseeing multiple Homes.

About the Role

As Deputy Manager, you will lead and support a professional team of staff committed to transforming young lives and creating positive outcomes. You will be supported by a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, Team Leaders, and the team of residential staff.

Key aspect of the role:

• To assist the manager in safeguarding and ensuring every child and young person receives high quality care as measured by Ofsted in the social care common inspection framework.
• To assist the manager in the management of the home, including the staff, external relationships, the budget, the resources and fabric of the building.

In return we offer:

• Starting Salary of £31,552
• Real opportunities to develop your career and become a Registered Manager.
• A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
• 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
• Industry Leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and Social Pedagogy,
• Contributory pension scheme, Enhanced Maternity and Company Sick Scheme.
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
• Interest-free season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme.
• Discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
• Discretionary Funded Training Programs.
• Employee Awards based on performance and length of service.

Recruitment Process

At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.

Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting.

For further information and to apply online, please visit our website.

Closing date: 29th May 2022

Assessment dates: 6th & 10th June 2022

Our Assessment days will last for approx. 6 hours and they will be held in our Offices in Putney. Should you be shortlisted and invited, please ensure you are available to attend.

Deputy Manager

Location: Sesame House, Torquay

Permanent, Full-time 37.5 hrs per week (some weekend working/on-call required)

Salary: £25,642.50-£30,303.00 per annum

About the Role

Are you an experienced Deputy Manager looking for you’re a new challenge? Want to join a pioneering charity that makes a real difference to the lives of young people and adults with learning disabilities? 

If so, we’d love to hear from you. 

We have a fantastic new opening for an experienced Deputy Manager to join us at Sesame, a home shared by four young adults with learning disabilities in Torquay. 

We are looking for someone with the right expertise, values, motivation and determination to support our experienced Registered Home Manager in providing effective management of Sesame House by delivering the very best residential support for Adults with Autism and Learning Disabilities.

Ensuring Residents are supported to have a great life and that the support provided is of the highest quality – fully meeting standards set by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), evidencing best outcomes at all times underpinning our service design and delivery.

About Us

We are a Learning Disability Charity based at Dartington in Devon. Across the local area we have Children & Adults Residential Homes, a Further Education College and Community based programmes. 

With over 20 years of success, Lifeworks provides a range of programmes and services for people with learning disabilities. We are committed to supporting individuals to lead the lives they choose with the right person-centred support and rights and opportunities as all community citizens.

Lifeworks is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and they expect all staff to share this commitment. For this post, pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

About You

To join us as the Deputy Manager you’ll need to possess:

• NVQ level 4 in Health or Social Care or have extensive relatable experience or qualifications. 

• Experience of working with adults with additional needs and/or experience of working with people with learning disabilities in a supervisory role.

• Knowledge of Adult Residential Homes Regulations /CQC Inspection framework 

Benefits

We are a well-established Charity that provides an excellent range of staff benefits:

• 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service

• Annual Incremental pay rises (within grade)

• Pension and Life Assurance (T&C’s apply)

• Employee Assistance Scheme

• Retail/High Street shopping discounts (Eden Red) 

• Fully funded Enhanced DBS & Update Service

• Refer a Friend bonus scheme (T&C’s apply)

• Comprehensive induction & training programs

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to encouraging applications from applicants who declare they have a disability, provided they meet the minimum job criteria as specified in the person specification, by offering a guaranteed interview.

We are recruiting for two Project Managers, one based in London and one in Manchester. The salary in London includes £4000 for London weighing and is £30000. The salary in Manchester is £26000.

ReachOut’s Project Managers are responsible for increasing ReachOut’s reach in their region and ensuring that ReachOut mentoring programmes are impactful and delivered to the highest standard.

This includes the line management of Project Officers, maintaining and building new relationships with partner schools, and working collaboratively with the Programme Lead, Volunteer and Fundraising teams to achieve our strategic goals

Job description 

1. Project Management

• Logistical planning, management and evaluation of mentoring projects in allocated schools
• Identify opportunities to increase the quality and impact by monitoring and evaluating ReachOut programmes and overseeing the implementation of changes set by the Programme Lead.
• Project Managers share the oversight of all project-related activities, including:
  • Recruitment and training of Project Leaders
  • Event management
  • Development of our curriculum
  • Workplace Experience Visits
• Support the Programme Lead to set and monitor yearly budgets

2. Stakeholder Management

• Relationship management and retention of allocated partner schools, including communication with staff and members of the SLT to ensure effective coordination and running of projects.
• Recruitment and on-boarding of new partner schools
• Represent ReachOut in line with our values and mission in all stakeholder communication and at external events
• Work closely with the volunteer team to input on strategic decisions around volunteer recruitment and support with recruitment and training as required

3. Management and development of the Project team

• Line manage and develop Project Officers including supporting them to:
  • lead on day to day communication with partner schools
  • line manage and develop Project Leaders (sessional staff) who deliver weekly project sessions
  • lead their own weekly mentoring project
  • develop through ongoing training and additional responsibilities based on interests
• Provide cover for delivery of projects where required
• Manage delivery team, along with other Project Managers, to keep accurate records, meet impact targets, and work collaboratively
• Ensure that ReachOut policies and procedures are followed and adhered to

4. Impact measurement

• Monitor and report weekly on KPIs
• Oversee the creation of termly yearly impact reports for allocated partner schools
• Support the fundraising team to report to funders by providing information about projects
• Support the Comms and Marketing Manager to create compelling marketing material 

5. Safeguarding

• Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead for the organisation including being on call during project delivery to take action on safeguarding concerns.

6. Other

• Follow ReachOut’s documentation processes
• Carry out any other duties as required by ReachOut and act in a manner that is in keeping with ReachOut’s values

Person specification 

Experience

• Extensive experience working with young people aged 9 to 16 to support with a range of needs e.g. behaviour, S.E.N, academic attainment and/or confidence
• Experience of managing services and permanent full time staff
• Extensive experience managing relationships with various stakeholders and ability to bring on board new partner schools/organisations
• Knowledge and experience of following safeguarding policies and procedures
• Understanding of the education system at KS2, 3 and 4 Level and the challenges facing young people today

Skills

• Strong time management and prioritisation skills
• Ability to motivate and inspire their team and adapt management style to the individual with an ability to promote autonomy through coaching techniques
• Ability to work collaboratively and create a participative and positive work environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships across a variety of stakeholder groups 
• Effective communicator: orally and in writing
• Proficient IT skills, including use of Microsoft Office programmes

Attitude/Behaviours

• Belief in ReachOut’s mission and passionate about our character building agenda
• Proactive approach and able to use initiative and creativity to find solutions to problems
• Ability to adapt in unpredictable circumstances and learn from challenging situations
• Enthusiastic and dynamic with a positive ‘can do’ attitude and a clear focus on outcomes and impact
• A demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Can work flexible hours when necessary
• Willing to travel to various locations across the region to attend projects and events, note that in the North West this includes Greater Manchester and Liverpool.
• Willing to travel to other regional offices on occasion and stay overnight if required

How to apply ​

• Stage 1 – Read our information pack and submit your cover letter and CV

To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement, addressing each point of the person specification, clearly describing how your skills and experience make you suitable for this role and providing evidence for each point.

Please send both documents via email, you can find the email in our information pack. In the subject line, quote PM-2022 and the location (London or Manchester) that you are applying for.

The deadline for applications is 9 am Monday 6th June 2022.

• Stage 2 - Assessment Centre

Assessment Centres will be held in the evening on the 15th of June in Manchester and on the 16th of June in London. 

• Stage 3 - Interview

Successful candidates will then be invited to interview on 20th and 21st June.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Please note, if you are a successful candidate, we will ask you if have any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013) and to complete a self-disclosure form.

This will not necessarily prevent you from being employed by ReachOut; a decision will be made based on our risk-assessment.

All ReachOut staff is required to undergo an enhanced criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. ReachOut will cover the cost of the check and guide you through the process.

All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults.

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

Boaz is a close-knit, friendly community offering work opportunities for adults with learning disabilities in a supportive Christian environment. Located near to the cathedral city of Winchester, our small staff team of 9 is supported by around 50 volunteers.

Based on a farm, we offer horticulture, kitchen, woodwork and craft skills for our members. We anticipate that the successful candidate will take a lead in one of these non-horticultural areas, and will be happy to undertake any of these roles, as necessary. Our members value the opportunity to work with the chickens, sheep and donkeys on site.   In addition, you will manage the Project when the Manager is absent as well as having your own assigned managerial responsibilities

We’re looking for a warm, friendly individual, who can connect with people of all ages and backgrounds. Every day starts with prayer, so we’d hope you’ll be comfortable in leading daily prayers when necessary. If you’re interested in finding out more, we’d love to invite you for an informal visit. Please contact the manager, Stuart or administrator, Rachel.

Deputy Shop Manager - Brighton Kemptown (TRD3595)

About us

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

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. 

Oxfam Purpose

To work with others to overcome poverty and suffering 

Trading Purpose

To make as much money as possible to overcome poverty and suffering

About our Oxfam Shops

Open for business since 1948, Oxfam shops are at the heart of the charity and their community, raising vital funds and increasing public awareness of what we do. They are always guided by our values of empowerment, accountability and inclusiveness and focussed on making as much money as possible.

The Role of our Deputy Shop Managers

Commercially aware and constantly looking for new business opportunities, deputy shop managers motivate their teams and create a safe and energised work environment. They have high standards, a strong drive to achieve results and are accountable for their business.

The role of the deputy shop manager is empowered, varied, busy and gives the opportunity to work with some amazing people. Shop managers are pivotal for the success of our business and can make a real difference. Oxfam operates a volunteer operating model, in which volunteers are empowered to take over most of the tasks within the shop, including running the shop in the manager’s absence. 

Often the only paid member of staff, our managers and deputy managers are comfortable in this environment, really enjoy working with others and are great at delegating to their teams. Excellent communicators, they are creative, and always look for opportunities to attract new supporters every day.

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 promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. 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.

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

Key Skills and Competencies required

• Significant leadership qualities and experience. (E)
• Ability to build, retain and develop a team. (E)
• Strong drive to achieve results through others. (E)
• Ability to delegate, coach and listen. (E)
• Enjoys working with people and has a friendly and approachable manner. (E)
• Ability to manage time under conflicting priorities. (E)
• Ability to demonstrate resilience to the everyday pressures that come with the role. (E)
• Excellent communication skills.(E)
• Ability to motivate self and others. (E)
• High level of motivation, enthusiasm and a sense of fun. (E)
• Open and adaptable to change and able to support others through it. (E)
• Commercial awareness and judgement. (D)
• Ability to establish and maintain successful retail processes and merchandising. (E)
• Ability to understand and interpret basic financial reports. (D)
• IT literacy and numeracy skills. (Using email systems and online resources; use and understand basic spreadsheets and word processing packages. Be aware of and be open to the role of social networking and ecommerce.) (E)
• Eager and required to adhere to Oxfam’s principles and values (click here) as well as the promotion of diversity and gender rights (click here).  (E)
• Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equity, diversity, gender, child safety and staff health and wellbeing principles. (E)

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. 

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 takes its obligation to protect the rights of children and vulnerable people very seriously; therefore, the successful candidate for this post will be also subject to extensive background checking, including a Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS), as this role involves unsupervised access to the above-mentioned groups.

For full information surrounding DBS and the vacancy, please view the full job description. 

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.

We are seeking a passionate, committed, experienced manager to take on a lead role in service delivery in a high performing, busy, borough-wide substance misuse treatment service.

ARC Hounslow is a service provided in partnership by CNWL and Phoenix Futures. The service helps people break a cycle of addiction to substances such as heroin, cocaine, and new psychoactive substance as well as long term alcohol addiction. Many people turn to drink or drugs as a way of dealing with negative feelings, such as depression, stress, trauma or anxiety.

We work with people at any stage of their alcohol or drug difficulties to provide a single point of access to assessment and treatment for problems.

We recognise the importance of providing treatment for both the substance misuse problem, as well as any associated emotional and mental health issues.

The Service Manager role will form part of the local management team, and work directly with the CNWL Sector Manager and other colleagues in Hounslow. The Service Manager takes the lead on the Phoenix Futures elements of the contract, including developing and reviewing service plans for adults and young people. 

This is an exciting time to join Phoenix Futures when developments in the Public Health arena and Criminal Justice environment, we feel, bring many positive opportunities to extend our offer in local communities.

What we offer

• • Training opportunities and career development 
  • Opportunity to access potential yearly salary increments subject to appraisal up to £37,231
  • Employee Benefits and Reward Scheme
  • Benefits including season ticket loan, pension scheme and life assurance
  • 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme including telephone and online access

Interviews provisionally Monday 30th May

Do you believe everyone should have a place to call home and the chance to lead a fulfilling life?

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HARP is Southend-on-Sea’s leading homelessness charity. On average we help around 1,000 local people every year to overcome or avoid homelessness. In addition to providing essential short-term emergency shelter, food, clothing and washing facilities, we work to identify the root causes of homelessness, creating tailored support for each person’s circumstances. We achieve success by providing structure, purpose and training opportunities, and by providing longer-term supported housing, empowering people to take steps to leave homelessness behind and ultimately live independently in the community.

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Charity Shops Manager. You will be responsible for assisting the Head of Charity Shops by overseeing the day to day management of three charity shops in the Southend area. You will have the enthusiasm, energy and 'can do' approach that will ensure you meet and exceed sales and profit targets for the shops. Line Managing the existing team of Charity Shop Team Members, you will foster an excellent team spirit to ensure our network of shops thrives.  

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience of working or volunteering in a fast-paced retail or customer service environment, and experience of successfully growing a small business or a department within a larger business.

• Experience in line-managing staff members, including conducting regular team meetings, one to one supervision and performance reviews.

• A positive, friendly, enthusiastic attitude, with excellent customer service and communication skills, and the confidence to chair team meetings, address issues and bring about change to improve the Shops.
   

Closing date: Tuesday 31st May 2022 (noon)

Shortlisting: Monday 6th June 2022

Interview date: Monday 20th June 2022​

HARP will provide you with support and training to carry out your role effectively, and develop your career. Our benefits package includes 25 days’ annual leave, plus Bank Holidays, a contributory pension scheme through The People’s Pension and a Death in Service Benefit. HARP will make a contribution to the pension and you will be required to make a contribution.

Applications should be completed on our website, clicking on the tab “Work with HARP” and then “Careers”.