Main purpose of Job

The Projects & Pilots Manager will be responsible for managing the Projects & Pilots team, a team of 7 people working on a variety of projects with young people in Surrey and online. Key responsibilities will include ensuring activities are delivered in a safe and efficient manner, reaching key outcomes and keeping young people at the center of everything we do.

The Projects & Pilots Manager will support the Wellbeing in the Community Lead to implement the strategy as set out in an annual plan and business case. This will involve planning and delivering as part of the team responsible for developing new ways of working with children and adolescents.

Key Responsibilities  

·   Provide high quality line management support to 7 team members, whose roles range from volunteer to Lead Youth Workers.

·  Support Eikon’s thinking to deliver innovative projects supporting children and adolescent’s mental health and emotional wellbeing, specifically looking at digitisation of youth work, inclusion of at-risk groups, continuous improvement and adaptive planning, etc.

·  Lead on developing key learnings and recommendations from the various projects and pilots delivered by the team. Ensure those learnings and recommendations are clearly outlined in reports to Eikon’s leadership team and support the inclusion of those recommendations in the charity’s wider strategy. 

·  Work hand in hand with the Wellbeing in the Community Lead and lead on internal and external reporting, including ongoing data collection and analysis based on key outputs and outcomes agreed upon at project start.

·  Be responsible for the safe, effective and adaptive delivery of ad-hoc projects and ongoing activities. This will include developing and owning high quality project management tools, processes, systems and policies.

·  Always apply safeguarding and child protection procedures.

·  Work as part of a team and attend team meetings, training events and participate fully in 1:1, peer and group supervision.

·  Work co-operatively and under the management of The Eikon Charity staff to ensure the highest quality of delivery and support.

·  Work within Eikon’s internal policies, safeguarding and data protection regulations.

·   Be responsible for equipment/resources linked to service delivery.

Person specification - Key skills, experience and knowledge

We are looking for an experienced youth worker with excellent project management, team management and strategy development and implementation skills. Interest and knowledge in technology, digital project management and ICT are a plus.

Kingston Voluntary Action is looking to recruit an experienced and highly organised Programme Manager for Connected Kingston, our partnership Social Prescribing programme.

You will be leading a small staff team and managing relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and partners. Connected Kingston has grown from strength to strength in the last 2 years. Your role will be to oversee further development of the service, data management and analysis to ensure compliance and insight that supports future growth and demonstration of impact.

You will need to be confident working at a strategic and operational level, supporting the CEO and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders and  commissioners, and ensuring  service delivery requirements are met.

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child, but this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination and it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years and are now active in more than 70 countries.

EM2030 is a joint effort of leading regional and global organizations from civil society and the development and private sectors who believe that data can expose inequality and injustice, motivate policy change, and drive accountability. We work together to connect data and evidence with advocacy and action to ensure governments deliver on the promise of gender equality by 2030.  Our vision is a just world, where all girls and women have equal power, voice, opportunity and access to their rights, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The Opportunity

As the Communications Assistant for Equal Measures 2030 (EM2030), you will support the communication team with editorial, administration, project coordination, project planning and delivery. You will be required to collaborate with colleagues across the EM2030 secretariate, partners and with a broad range of stakeholders.

This exciting role will see you supporting all graphic design work and assist in the production of assets for circulation for all EM2030 work including major campaigns, launches and any other requests. In this role you will be asked to write blog posts, articles and media summaries, whilst also supporting in community management across all EM2030 digital platforms.

The Individual

We are looking to recruit a self-starter who has experience in journalism, writing communications, as well as experience with interactive digital and social media. Skilled in the latest digital production and editing software, with proven capacity to take initiative and learn new skills as needed.

To be successful in this role you have the ability to organise, manage, prioritize and follow through on multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as knowledge of social media and webinar platforms (Zoom, Webex, etc.). You will have excellent verbal and written English language skills and fluency in Spanish and/or French, and you will also have experience working and living outside of Europe and North America.

Location: Woking, United Kingdom – remote working in the UK will be considered for this role as you will be working with a globally dispersed team.

Type of Role: 12-month fixed term contract

Reports to: Head of Communications

Salary: £20,984 - £26,230 per annum

Closing Date: Sunday 16 May 2021

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for.

We want Plan International to reflect the diversity of the communities we work with, offering equal opportunities to everyone regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Plan International is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We foster an organisational culture that embraces our commitment to racial justice, gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from 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 their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

We are looking for an Adviser to join our Help to Claim team and undertake the provision of a high quality support service for new Universal Credit claimants. The post holder will provide advice, information and digital support via telephone and webchat. The service is aimed at helping claimants through to the first payment of Universal Credit.

As the successful candidate, you will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be self-motivated and have strong  IT skills.  Full training will be given however previous experience as an adviser with Citizens Advice would be a distinct advantage.

Citizens Advice Waverley is a local independent charity providing free, impartial confidential advice to people across the borough of Waverley. It runs advice offices in Cranleigh, Farnham, Godalming and Haslemere.

Creative Support is a national, fast growing not-for-profit organisation providing support to individuals with a wide range of care needs. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Extra Care Support Coordinator to join our friendly team in Reading, Berkshire.

We are seeking a warm, compassionate and proactive Extra Care Support Coordinator to provide person-centered care and support to older people at our service in Reading. You will assist the Extra Care Registered Manager in the operational management of the service, and ensure that the care provided empowers clients and meets their needs. The ability to work in an empathetic and holistic way in order to maintain orientation and independence is essential. We value the personal skills and interests you will bring to both the role and to the lives of the people we support. So we welcome expertise in areas such as sport and outdoor pursuits, creative arts, music and cooking, to name but a few.

Extra Care Support Coordinator Duties Include:

• Collaborating with the Extra Care Registered Manager, Social Services and other stakeholders to ensure that the highest standards of care are provided,

• Working in conjunction with service users’ families and friends to promote a positive atmosphere within the service,

• Providing support with personal care and domestic task,

• Supporting individuals to access employment, education and social opportunities,

• Coordinating a team of Extra Care Support Workers, effectively managing rotas to ensure that staffing levels allow for a responsive service to those who use it,

• Undertaking assessments of care needs for new service users.

Previous experience in services supporting older people, and people with dementia and/or memory loss is essential. You must be able to demonstrate a ‘can-do approach’, person-centred values, energy and commitment. You will have a strong work ethic and duty of care. Creative Support is committed to your continuous professional development and you will have the opportunity to explore your training and development needs.

Benefits of working with Creative Support:

• Free 24/7 counselling and employee support programme,

• Competitive pay and a pension with company contribution and 28 days annual leave,

• Company paid enhanced DBS for all staff,

• All our staff are supported 24/7 by our out-of-hours teams,

• Support to complete the nationally recognised Care Certificate and Social Care Diploma.

Do you have the commitment and values to make a real difference to the lives of people with care needs? Are you passionate about empowering them to improve their quality of life and supporting them to realise their hopes, dreams and aspirations? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

Recruiting a Night Support Worker to join our Young Peoples service based in Bracknell!

GBP 20,311 per annum, 42 hours per week, 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more.

Job Overview:

Night Support Workers will provide Housing Related Support to tenants to help them develop the life skills that are required to meet the assessed needs of the tenants of the service. Support needs may include mental health, substance misuse, care experience, and complex needs.

Night Support Workers will also carry out the necessary duties to ensure the building and the young people are safe and deal with any issues and crisis/incidents during their waking 12 hour shift throughout the night. You will be generally working with out of hours external agencies to ensure a person centred support package is in place.

You will work with customers to promote social inclusion and alongside other members of the team to promote independent living, encouraging customers to maximise their skills and choices. The role entails lone working and staffing the scheme on a 2 week rolling rota, covering 3 shifts one week and four shifts on the other.

Key Responsibilities:

- Building supportive, trusting relationships with tenants
- Working proactively with other members of the team to handle the service caseload, administrative responsibilities and ensuring the service is staffed as per rota requirements
- May include supporting key tenants to set personalised goals in the form of a Support Plan
- May include conducting regular key work sessions that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals
- Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with tenants within an attitude of 'positive risk taking'
- Proactively manage risk and safety both in and outside of their physical living environment
- Providing support with daily living activities, including practical assistance where skills are not yet developed, to ensure that tenants enjoy a high quality of accommodation
- Signposting to external agencies and out of hours services to assist in addressing all aspects of support needs
- Proactive development of links with local statutory and voluntary organisations to provide a range of engagement opportunities for tenants in the community
- Involving tenants in the design, development and delivery of the service
- Empowering tenants to ensure they receive the service and benefits they are entitled to
- Encouraging and enabling tenants to pay their rent and ensure that rent accounts are managed effectively
- Ensuring Look Ahead Health and Safety policies are adhered to at all time and to uphold all health and safety responsibilities within relevant policies and local protocols
- Adhering to all other Look Ahead's policies and procedures
- Engaging in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills
- Day to day instruction/ supervision of Assistant Support Workers/domestic staff/ Personal Support Assistants where appropriate
- Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the Team Leader/ Manager
- Regular building patrols throughout their shift
- Upholding safeguarding practices with the tenants best interests and safety being in the forefront of their working ethic

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

TLG Reading is a working partnership between TLG and The Gate, a church-based education centre offering a safe and nurturing place for young people to learn. We are now looking for an experienced Teacher with leadership potential and a passion to support young people experiencing educational crisis.

At TLG Reading young people are valued, cared for and their potential is championed. We’re passionate about seeing young people return to mainstream school, progress on to college or find work because of the support we provide.

Your role as a Teacher will play an integral part in enabling young people to get their lives back on track, through delivering innovative programmes, and working with the Centre Manager to ensure that the Education Centre achieves success.

The role involves assistance with the planning and delivery of lessons, leading sessions as timetabled and providing one-to-one support as appropriate to bring excellence to the young people’s learning experience.  You will also act as a link between TLG’s students, their families and the church community.

This position is ideal for the right candidate looking to grow and develop into the role of a Centre Manager. Taking on leadership of key systems and processes to ensure the smooth running of the Centre will be encouraged from the outset.

TLG Is a Christian charity and as a team, we want to bring our Faith to the work we do. As such, we are looking to recruit an individual with a strong and vibrant Christian faith.

TLG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff including volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful applicant will be required to undertake a DBS check. 

We would welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds to enable us to reflect the needs of the communities we serve.

Employment Advisor WHP JETS

£20,000 - £25,000 per annum (regional differences may apply)

37.5 hours per week, permanent

Ref: 22269

Location: Home Based role covering London delivery including geographical areas of Barnet, Brent Hammersmith & Fulham, Ealing, Hounslow, Harrow and Hillingdon

The Shaw Trust, in tandem with government and the broader employment support community across the UK is working hard to make sure we support as many individuals as possible to get and keep a job. We believe that everyone who needs help and support to attain their employment goals should be able to access it as soon as possible and that support should reflect their individual needs.

To help us in this mission we are looking to expand our employability services and looking for Employment Advisors to work on a DWP Work and Health Programme - Job Entry: Targeted Support (WHP/JETS).

As an WHP JETS Employment Advisor, you will be providing advice and support to guide and encourage participants to overcome barriers to employment and achieve realistic job goals. This will be mainly delivered remotely via phone, video conference and other digital channels.

Reporting to a Team Leader, you will be expected to manage a caseload of participants, managing their journey to employment, offer advice and direction to enable participants to access support they need. The role will also involve re-building participant confidence and self-efficacy following a period on unemployment.

Shaw Trust operates on a national level with over 2,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers. We work with the government, local authorities, combined authorities, health service providers, employers, and other stakeholders – including the Education and Skills Funding Agency, Department for Work and Pensions, clinical commissioning groups and NHS Trusts.

You will need to be inclusive and embrace our culture and values, putting those we serve at the heart of everything we do. You will consistently deliver high quality services to support our communities and beneficiaries. Additionally, an understanding of government funded employment programmes such as the Work and Health Programme would be an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Enhanced Pension Scheme after 6 months
• Life Assurance x 3 of your salary
• Enhanced annual leave

For further information and to apply online, please click the Apply on Website button quoting the reference number 22269

Closing date: 28th May 2021.

Shaw Trust reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Shaw Trust is committed to a policy of equality of opportunity and inclusion. We are Disability Confident Leaders, support the guaranteed interview scheme and use of the government’s Access to Work scheme. Living our values, we are keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within our organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community including from people with lived-experience and/or knowledge of disability or social exclusion. If you have accessibility requirements and would like information in a different format please contact our HR Service Centre to make alternative arrangements.

Coeliac UK currently has an exciting opportunity for a Volunteer Manager to join them based in High Wycombe and from home. You will join us on a permanent, part-time basis working 3 days (21hrs) per week (there will be UK wide travel and evening and weekend work may be required). In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £19,000 per annum + 22 days holiday a year including bank holidays

The Volunteer Manager role:

Your role will have specific responsibility for developing and coordinating the charity’s relationship with its volunteers. Through best practice insights and innovation, you will deliver an effective and supportive volunteer experience through which volunteers are recruited, trained, managed and recognised. Working alongside relevant teams, you will aim to increase the reach, scope and impact of volunteer opportunities across the UK, ensuring they support the charity’s vision, aims and strategy.

Key responsibilities of the Volunteer Manager:

- Lead on the development, implementation and evaluation of the charity’s volunteer proposition, providing data and written reports for internal and external reporting as required

- Develop and co-ordinate the charity’s relationship with volunteers embedding best practice coordination, training, motivation, recruitment and safeguarding

- Maintain the governance of the local groups in accordance with the Local Group’s Constitution and Finance Policy

- Ensure recruitment, training and recognition processes are fair, transparent and reflect best practice

- Help internal stakeholders to understand the role of volunteers, the contribution they can make and to gain a high level of knowledge and understanding of volunteering policy and practice issues

- Work with teams to generate opportunities and role descriptions based on current operational and programme aspirations

- Plan and host knowledge sharing and social sessions for volunteers

- Attend volunteer fairs and community events and organise recruitment workshops and talks

- Lead on the development and delivery of Volunteers’ Week in England

- Explore the opportunities for increased sponsorship and grants for volunteering events, activities and campaigns.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience required for the Volunteer Manager:

- Knowledge of current trends, policies, resources and information related to volunteer management at a national, regional and local level

- Proven experience of initiating and managing complex volunteer projects, on time and to budget

- Able to effectively influence, inspire and motivate volunteers

- Experience in managing and developing staff

- Excellent written, communication and presentational skills

- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal with a diverse range of people

- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a variety of tasks, independently and as part of a team

- Proficient computer and digital skills with experience using databases, websites and other communication platforms

- Knowledge of Volunteer Management Systems

- Experience of managing a network of volunteers, including local support groups

- Experience of virtual and face to face event management

If you would like to be considered as our Volunteer Manager, please apply now with your CV and cover letter. We’d love to hear from you!

Puppy Training Coordinator (Surrey)

If you are a dog trainer/behaviourist with a particular interest in puppy training looking to utilise your skills within the charity sector, this could be the role for you.

This important role will be home based working within a defined geographical location in the Surrey area (please see the attached map) in order to visit our puppies in the region. You will be working closely with the Puppy Trainers covering West Sussex and Hampshire, providing cover and support as a team.

About our client:

Their mission is to transform the lives of adults with physical disabilities through partnership with their specially trained assistance dogs.

Puppy Training Coordinator Responsibilities:

To help them create these amazing partnerships, they need amazing people. They have an exciting opportunity for a Puppy Training Coordinator to join their puppy team. This role is at the forefront of their assistance dog training programme and is responsible for developing, co-ordinating and supporting the training programme for the puppies to ensure they receive the highest standard of socialisation and early training in order to maximise their chances of becoming a successful assistance dog. This will include recruiting, training, managing and supporting a network of Volunteer puppy parents who carry out the day-to-day training of the puppies and dogs.

As part of their busy puppy training team you will train and give ongoing advice and support to puppy parents and fosterers in the appropriate care, socialisation and training of their puppies/dogs. This will be delivered as necessary by means of regular home visits, individual training sessions, virtual training, phone calls and occasional group puppy classes. Utilising your high level of dog training knowledge you will identify at the earliest possible stage puppies that require remedial attention for example for behavioural issues and put in place appropriate behavioural modification programmes.

All progress with the puppies will be monitored by you and you will compile monthly reports to the Regional Satellite Manager. This includes ensuring record keeping and data is accurately input for all puppies in training using appropriate forms and systems. With the support of the Puppy Office you will place food and equipment orders and maintain stock levels.

Puppy Training Coordinator Requirements:

• High level of knowledge of dog training and behaviour.
• High level of knowledge of dog care and welfare issues.
• Experience of working with puppies.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with people at all levels to provide training, advice and support.
• Coaching skills.
• Accurate record keeping and administration skills.
• Effective planning and co-ordination skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence or the ability to cover significant mileage in line with the requirements of the role.

Ideally, you will also have experience of working with volunteers. You will be flexible, adaptable, approachable and personable at all times. You will also be highly committed and work well within a team to enable you to support your peers in other geographical areas when necessary.

This is an incredible role at a leading assistance dog charity where your role will be a part of our clients essential work that transforms lives every day.

They offer a comprehensive benefits package including a generous annual leave allowance, pension scheme, life assurance, access to an employee assistance programme, wellbeing portal and discounts on goods and retail vouchers and cash back on purchases from eating out, entertainment, supermarkets, clothing and travel.

They will monitor the situation regarding Covid-19 to ensure on-site interviews can take place safely and in line with restrictions.

Please apply online with a CV together with any supporting documentation that demonstrates your suitability for the role.

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

Location: Surrey
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £20,065 to £25,082 (Depending on experience)
Benefits: Generous annual leave allowance, pension scheme, life assurance, access to an employee assistance programme, wellbeing portal and discounts on goods and retail vouchers and cash back on purchases from eating out, entertainment, supermarkets, clothing and travel.

Closing date for applications: Midnight 31 May 2021

1st Interview Date: Several slots available on 14, 15 and 16 June (Video call)

2nd Interview Date: 24 or 25 June (One to one on site at their Southern Training Centre in Heyshott, West Sussex.)

You may have experience of the following: Puppy Training Coordinator, Puppy Training, Puppy Trainer, Dog Trainer, Animal Trainer, Dog Behaviourist, Dog Training, Guide Dogs, Canine Training, Dog Training Coordinator, Charity, Third Sector, NFP, etc.

Ref: 98806

Fast-paced short-term contract for an experienced project coordinator to help deliver the Workplace Safespace programme within Hillingdon.

The prevalence of Domestic Abuse (DA) means that it is literally ‘all around us’. Local business employees may be directly affected by DA as victims or witnesses.Local employers’ developing an effective DA policy and working to reduce the related risks will create a safer workplace and will also send out a strong message that staff and customers are valued and supported and that all forms of DA are unacceptable and will not be tolerated.

We are looking for an enthusiastic female* Project Coordinator to oversee the delivery of the Workplace Safespace programme (WPSS). Hillingdon Women’s Centre is a women-only community-based service that focuses on empowering and supporting women in need. The successful candidate will be passionate about ending Violence Against Women and Girls and have proven experience in project management. 

* Occupational Requirement (Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9 Part I) applies.

Full job responsibilities can be found within the job description

Flexible location - offices based across Bucks with some opportunity for remote working

Citizens Advice Bucks is an independent local charity providing free, impartial advice to people in Buckinghamshire. The charity operates five advice centres across Bucks, a specialist money advice service and several outreach. We also run successful advice projects, including energy advice and elderly advice at home. The charity benefits from a large and dedicated team of highly skilled staff and volunteers and delivers high quality advice, as well as campaigning on important community issues.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual, to take on the role of Debt Adviser.

You will be joining Citizens Advice Bucks to provide debt advice at a time of increasing demand. This is an important role within our newly formed Money Advice team. The successful candidate must have the proven ability of providing debt advice and casework. You must have experience of giving advice to the public, managing complex debt cases, negotiating with third parties on behalf of clients and maintaining accurate and comprehensive case recording. You will be able to demonstrate a clear commitment to client care, and that you are highly organised and efficient, able to maintain targets and high-quality standards.

We are often the only place left that people could talk to seek independent and impartial advice on debt, benefits, housing, employment and family issues. Be part of an organisation that gives people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward – whoever they are, and whatever their problem.

A Job Description and Application Form can be found on our website via the Apply button.

Closing date for applications: On-going

Education Coordinator 

Our client is seeking to recruit an Education Coordinator to develop their efforts to increase education access for Travellers families in England. The Coordinator will play a key role within their team, working with families and educational organisations – as well as supporting their training programmes.
In their recruitment, they are looking for potential as much as experience.

Education Coordinator Requirements:

You will demonstrate a tangible understanding of the need for your role and be enthused about pursuing its purpose. You will show a vocation for service to the marginalised. You will be a first-rate communicator, have an ability to persuade and handle difficult conversations, with a talent for effectively managing multiple competing priorities. You will be adept at navigating public service systems as well as providing a compassionate, high quality service to vulnerable people, including in times of trauma and crisis. You will be a team player, but equally happy when working autonomously, possessing a good sense of humour and well-rounded humility. You will be warm and empathetic and also show professionalism and resilience.

About our client:

They have a team of close-knit employees and volunteers. Everyone demonstrates an immense personal commitment to their work serving the marginalised. They are a relaxed team, with a big sense of humour, but also value drive, hard work and going the extra mile. They believe that their team is their greatest asset and they want to give them autonomy and challenge as well as support and training, with a real sense of continued learning that they can take forward in their careers. They celebrate potential as much as experience.

Location: Henley on Thames, Homeworking considered

Job type: Fixed Term Contract 3 years, Part Time 16 hours per week with opportunities to increase hours in Yrs 2 & 3.

Salary: £12.36 per hour

Benefits: Pension scheme, Personal training budget, Generous paid holiday: pro rata equiv. 35 days holiday plus 8 days national (bank) holiday, Flexible working-hours and some working from home.

You may have experience of the following: Administrator, Admin Assistant, Charity, Office Administrator, Administrative Assistant, NFP, Office Assistant, Customer Service, Family Worker, Social Worker, Teacher, Teaching Assistant, Not for Profit, Youth Worker, Administration Assistant, Administration, Customer Service Administrator, Data Entry, Education Coordinator, Education Officer, etc.

Ref: 98203

Upholsterer

It’s carefully reviving pieces rich in history.

It’s being trusted to deliver. And it’s the satisfaction of caring for an irreplaceable collection. This is what makes a career with our client so different.

The collection of furniture spanning across their locations is truly diverse, with many unique and historically significant items. What’s more, it’s a working collection; many of the items are in regular use.

Joining our clients talented upholstery and soft furnishings team, you’ll work on a wide range of traditionally upholstered furniture projects.

Based at their new workshops in Windsor, but also working across sites with items in situ, the rich diversity of conservation and restoration needs will stretch you.

Upholsterer Responsibilities:

• You’ll be encouraged to develop your practical skills on the job whilst delivering projects to exceptional standards with defined deadlines.
• You’ll oversee the production of varied traditional upholstery schemes, considering latest industry methods, quality standards, comfort and the timescales needed to ensure beautiful results every time.
• You’ll liaise with colleagues to understand wider operational needs, and a key challenge for you will be to balance conservation and restoration projects with the busy activities of the working palaces.
• You’ll be encouraged to broaden and invest in your practical skills. And knowing that you're helping to preserve a collection that will be enjoyed by future generations will continue to drive you.

Upholsterer Requirements:

• With experience in traditional upholstery and soft furnishings, you’ll be confident in working on complex projects through your skilled craftsmanship.
• You’ll have a keen interest in historical furniture and will be a skilled practical problem solver, able to assess objects, and suggest innovative solutions to restore them back to working condition.
• A meticulous approach will be vital, and your attention to detail means you always achieve the highest standard of finish.
• With excellent time management skills, you’ll be able to prioritise your workload, judge timescales and manage deadlines. And with a flexible approach, you’ll be able to adapt to changing circumstances effectively.

Beyond this, it’s your ability to work with others that will ensure your success. And with good communication skills, you’ll be confident in liaising with a broad spectrum of colleagues and specialists in their field. Above all, your passion for your craft will inspire your team to deliver the highest level of care.

This role will be based in Windsor, Berkshire. In return you can look forward to working in a unique and stimulating work environment, and be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including 33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) and a 15% employer contribution pension scheme (with the option for flexibility – to increase or draw down as salary).

Location: Windsor
Contract type: Permanent
Starting Salary: £23,000 - £25,000 per annum, plus benefits
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week
Closing date: 12 May 2021, 23:55

You may have experience of the following: Upholsterer, Upholstery, Soft Furnishings, Historical Furniture, Heritage, etc.

Ref: 98889