BIHR’s Human Rights Officers are an integral part of the team, enabling change through human rights by working with People, Communities, and Systems, taking what we learn from this to influence Policy.
A passion for human rights in the UK is a must. A commitment to ensuring the best possible practical use of domestic standards outside the courts is essential. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with solid knowledge of the Human Rights Act. This not an entry level role, and requires a level of experience of working directly with people using public series, community and advocacy groups, or public authorities.
BIHR is based at QMUL School of Law in East London. In exchange for our offices we teach a module on human rights, providing undergraduates with a course that focuses on the practical work of a human rights organisation. Our HROs assist with the development and deliver of this innovative clinical model. The role is home-based initially, due to Coronavirus. When a return to the office commences the ability to travel to the office for a min. of 4 days monthly within the core hours of 10am-4pm, will be required. Whilst much of our delivery is currently digital, when face to face work returns, the HRO role includes significant and regular travel across the UK. This includes overnight stays / early starts / late finishes (TOIL policy applies). A willingness and ability to travel regularly for work is a key requirement for this role
Main tasks and Responsibilities
All staff members are required to deliver their work in accordance with BIHR’s core mission, always acting in the best interest of the charity. A genuine commitment to supporting change through human rights across the UK is required at all times.
A Human Rights Officer’s main responsibilities will be to develop, deliver, review and improve information resources and one-off training sessions, all on the practical use of UK human rights law (non-litigation). These training sessions will be for people with care and support needs, their community and advocacy groups, and public services and authorities
- Develop current human rights information resources, including guides, handbooks, factsheets. Identifying and creating new resources, once agreed with PPM.
- Develop our online advocacy tools that sit under Your Human Rights. Identifying and creating new online tools, once agreed with PPM.
- Deliver a range of one-off training sessions through BIHR’s open calander. Identifying and creating new trainings, once agreed with PPM.
- Deliver a range of one-off training sessions for client teams
- Provide short talks for a range of audiences. Identifying potential new clients and working with the PPM to develop these relationships.
- Reflect on the evaluation learnings of the above and incorporating this into future activities.
- Update BIHR’s website on the above activities, ensuring engaging and impactful content.
- To complete the above tasks using remote/digital means and via face-to-face work, with a clear understanding of accessibility and the needs of audiences
Develop, deliver, review and improve programmes on change through human rights. This is to be done alongside people with care and support needs, their community and advocacy groups and public services and authorities (including frontline staff, mangers and leaders, local and national commissioners and regulators)
- Develop, deliver and evaluate a range of projects with the above audiences, and a clear understanding of the needs of these different groups (rights-holders and duty-bearers)
- Use of a range of different learning and engagements approaches, including training, peer learning, network development, case and practice reviews, policy reviews and developments, and think creatively about the best means of supporting human rights capacity development.
- Establish clear project plans to guide deliverables and set expectations with partners, ensuring timely and effective interventions delivered within budget.
- Ensure effective monitoring and evaluations, with an emphasis on participative qualitative learning which can be shared internally and externally, including ensuring relevant information is collected and available for funder reporting.
- Update BIHR’s website on the above activities, ensuring engaging and impactful content.
- To complete the above tasks using remote/digital means and via face-to-face work, with a clear understanding of accessibility and the needs of audiences
Develop, deliver, review and improve policy work which enables people, community groups and public services/authority staff be heard in national debates about human rights law and policy
- Keep up to date with policy and legal reviews and opportunities in Westminster and the devolved nations, identifying key interventions for BIHR to share evidence on the practical value of a human rights approach to other laws and policy.
- Keep up to date with policy and legal review and opportunities in Westminster and the devolved nations, identifying key interventions for BIHR to share evidence on the value of domestic human rights law for people in their everyday lives.
- Lead policy interventions on the above by developing BIHR and joint/shared evidence submissions, policy papers, briefings, etc.
- Develop BIHR’s online communities of practice (3: people, community groups, public service/authority staff) supporting people to share their experiences to feed into policy interventions
- Keep up to date with European and International mechanisms offering BIHR the opportunity to share evidence and commentary on human rights in the UK for the benefit of those we support. Agreeing any interventions with the PPM and actioning.
Research, analyse and produce commentary on a range of human rights issues impacting people’s everyday lives in the UK
- Use BIHR’s monitoring and evaluation data, and input from communities of practice, to research key human rights issues in the UK and develop public commentary
- Identify and respond to relevant external research and commentary on human rights issues relevant to BIHR’s work
- Provide commentary via a range of means including blogs and news pieces (for BIHR and for other groups and media), research papers, social media, etc.
- Keep up to date on key changes to law, policy and practice on UK human rights legislation, e.g. case law developments, new laws, etc.
Represent BIHR professionally and proactively including managing existing relationships and developing new ones, and participating in networks, forums and working groups
- Maintain and develop BIHR’s current relationships in the voluntary and public sectors, both on an individual basis and via network and forum memberships.
- Use initiative to identify and forge relationships with new partners and forums.
- Primary contact for your designated programme and policy work and relationship management and development.
- Ensuring good working relationships with a range of key contacts including policy and programmes partners and technical suppliers such as designers.
Additional supporting areas of work
- Work with the staff team to identify and secure income generating or fundraising opportunities to support BIHR’s growth and development.
- Supporting senior staff to ensure effective funder reporting.
- Teaching on our clinical module at QMUL Law School, sharing practical insights into BIHR’s work, convened by BIHR’s Director and PPM.
- Supporting colleagues with research and communications, including on social media and website development.
- Actively participating in internal meetings, review and development processes
Any other relevant duties as required by the Director or the PPM
Person specification
ESSENTIAL
Personal qualities
- Passionate commitment to BIHR’s mission and values and to working in the charity sector
- Strong team player with ability to get stuck in within a small organisation
- Efficient, reliable, flexible and collaborative working style and the ability to demonstrate initiative
- Self-motivating with ability to work effectively from home as part of a virtual team and in an office environment
- The ability, and appreciation of the need for, travel across the UK to deliver this role
Human rights knowledge and experience
- At least two years of experience of working on human rights, with specific experience of the Human Rights Act.
- A Masters level understanding of the Human Rights Act and the European Convention on Human Rights, developed either through academic study or equivalent work-related experience.
- At least one year’s work experience of working in the charity sector or the public sector in a similar role.
- At least one year’s work experience developing an understanding of human rights standards in the delivery of health and social care, particularly mental health and/or mental capacity law.
- Demonstrable practical experience of human rights in relation to another area of people’s interactions with public services (e.g. housing, children, education, immigration, policing, welfare, etc.).
Learning and development skills and experience
- At least one years’ experience of development and delivery of rights-based training for adults, preferably including UK human rights.
- At least one years’ experience of developing and delivering programmes to build the capacity of people to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to bring about social change. (By capacity building we mean more than training). This can be with people directly, with community, advocacy or voluntary sector groups, or with staff in public services/ authorities, or a combination of these.
- Experience of creative approaches to technical or legal training.
- Experience of the development of practical information resources for people to support them to make change in their lives.
- Experience of development and implementation of monitoring and evaluating work and learning from this for future practice.
Policy, research and communications skills and experience
- At least one years’ experience of policy work, demonstrating a practical understanding of political and parliamentary processes.
- Experience of developing and drafting policy submissions (e.g. work related to government consultations, parliamentary and other inquiries, or other international processes).
- Work related experience of conducting research either desk-based/legal research and/or participative research directly with stakeholder.
- Ability to understand and communicate the practical significance of complex legal issues (preferably human rights) for non-legal audiences, using plain and engaging language.
- Excellent verbal and written English language skills, including the ability to communicate appropriately with a range of audiences.
- Excellent networking and relationship management skills, developed through demonstrable experience.
Computer and digital skills
- Technologically confident, working from a remote access cloud-based system
- High level skills in Microsoft Office particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Demonstrable ability to learn new packages, including BIHR’s website and social media platforms and programmes
Organisational skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, including meticulous proof-reading and editorial support to colleagues
- Excellent administration and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously to a high standard
- Ability to work under pressure to deadlines, including remotely and adapt to a fast-moving environment
DESIRABLE
- Experience of using video conferencing or similar tools to delivery online sessions or a clear demonstrable ability to do so
- Experience of co-production approaches to working
- Experience of developing easy read material
- Knowledge of UN mechanisms relevant to the UK
- Experience of social media for professional purposes
- Experience of working with children or young people to deliver education and training
- Experience of delivering university level education
To apply for the post
Please use the application form provided. CVs or cover letters will not be considered. Please read the application form carefully and complete it in accordance with the instructions, particularly the personal statement section, which should address every part of the above person specification. Incomplete application forms will not be considered. No agencies please. Completed applications must be received by 10am Monday 10 August 2020. Late applications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be online via Zoom are likely to take place on Friday 21 August 2020 you should be available for and online interview on this date. If you have not heard back by that date, please note you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. We are unable to provide feedback to non-shortlisted applicants.
We operate a rigorous interview process, which will consist of:
- A prepared verbal communication task for you to present at the interview (max 10 mins)
- A timed written task which you will be asked to complete within a time period prior to the interview, which you can chose (max 2-hour task)
- An online interview with a panel with unseen questions, using Zoom (max. 90 mins)
The British Institute of Human Rights (BIHR) a national charity working across the UK to bring human rights to life, beyond the courtrooms.
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Yellow Door provides a range of individual, group and family interventions for Adults, Children and Young People who have experienced or are at risk from Domestic or Sexual Abuse.
Client Services Support Officers
£18,206 to £23,614 FTE (depending on relevant experience)
Working hours negotiable but some early evening hours may be required.
37.5 hours per week (can be flexible)
Based: Highfield, Southampton
We are seeking flexible, highly motivated service support officers who share our values & passion for delivering the very best in Domestic & Sexual Abuse prevention & response for our clients.
You will have a clinical knowledge and/or similar experience to provide a timely and needs-led single point of access into our most appropriate client service/intervention for those seeking support.
Candidates will be confident communicators with strong customer service and administrative skills with an ability to be an accurate record keeper. Be highly motivated and enthusiastic with a ‘can do’ attitude to deliver to Yellow Door’s mission, vision and values.
Closing Date: 9.00am on Monday 10th August 2020
Interviews will be held: Tuesday 18th August 2020
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The Policy Communities Coordinator will support Bond policy and advocacy working groups in their efforts to influence the policies of governments and institutions at the UK and international level in the best interests of the world’s poorest. This will involve coordinating efforts to develop positions on specific issues, develop policy briefs, report and papers, set up meetings with government officials, gather evidence, etc. The Policy Communities Coordinator plays a key role in coordinating coherence across positions and messaging developed and promoted across the policy and advocacy groups and Bond in general.
As a member of the Policy, Advocacy and Research (PAR) team, the post-holder will work closely with colleagues to shape policy responses and engage policy groups, enabling them to develop collective responses, access and influence decision-makers. They will also work closely with the Media Manager to amplify the voice of policy and advocacy groups to maximise their influence and impact. The post will mainstream effective ways of working across all policy and advocacy groups and will also provide group event and administrative support.
Main responsibilities
1.Be the policy and advocacy focal point for key Bond working groups (50%)
- Support, convene and participate in the meetings and activities of the Bond groups working in areas where Bond doesn’t have internal policy expertise, such as child rights, disability and development, UK Wash Network and Small NGOs
- Monitor the groups’ policy and advocacy work and work closely with group chairs and steering committees to identify and use opportunities for joint policy and advocacy
- Be the primary link between these groups and the Bond PAR team, providing regular updates on the groups’ advocacy and policy plans and activity
- Identify opportunities for collaboration or synergies with other groups, or areas of potential duplication or overlap
- Support the chairs and steering committees of these groups to produce annual workplans and deliver agreed outputs
2.Support Bond’s policy advisers to convene high-priority Bond working groups (20%)
- Convene and attend the meetings and events of the humanitarian-related groups, the SDGs group and the Sustainable Economic Development working groups
- Support PAR Director aligning key working groups with Bond’s policy and advocacy work
- Support convening other important policy-focused work groups, when necessary
- Support specific advocacy activities, which involve wide engagement of members gathering contributions for specific outputs, such as Covid-19 response, major policy and advocacy sector-wide positions and G7 2021
3.Contribute to improving the quality, effectiveness and value of Bond’s working groups (15%)
- Provide substantial and logistics support to organise fortnightly (online), quarterly and annual Working Group Chairs’ meetings and, in collaboration with other PAR colleagues, plan and coordinate policy and advocacy related sessions
- Work with the Communications team to coordinate policy and advocacy-related content in Bond’s key communication channels
- Work with the Media Manager to identify opportunities to raise the profile of the work of Bond’s policy groups and their advocacy outputs
- Work with the Membership and Marketing Manager, who is currently overseeing Bond’s non-policy working groups
- Lead on developing and overseeing a monthly newsletter on work groups’ work
- Provide regular updates on work groups (policy and advocacy angle) at the PAR team meetings and weekly communications meeting
- With the digital projects adviser, contribute to user experience and other improvements to the groups’ webpages
4. Administrative support (15%)
- Provide event and admin support to policy groups, including coordinating calls, booking venues, writing minutes, collating feedback etc
- bRecord policy groups activities and engagement such as minutes, agendas, participant lists and substantial outputs on Bond’s internal systems (Salesforce and SharePoint)
- Support non-policy groups to set up group meetings online (using Zoom) as required
- Contribute to quarterly internal and grant reporting and budgeting
- Provide support to set up new groups on the online groups space, as required.
Person specification
Essential
- Excellent convening, coordination, administrative and logistical skills, with experience of organising meetings and events
- Proven knowledge and/or experience of working in international development or humanitarian sector
- Diplomacy and ability to communicate and build trust with senior staff and reach agreements with a range of actors
- Ability to work flexibly as a member of a small team, as well as independently and on own initiative
- Accuracy and attention to detail. Pragmatism and multitasking
- Fully competent in using MS Office and CRMs
- Excellent written communication skills
- Good time management skills
- Must have the right to work and live in the UK.
Desirable
- Experience of working with groups, communities, networks across a range of channels
- Knowledge of or experience of developing/ implementing advocacy strategies aimed at delivering social change
- Experience writing blogs or preparing communication for external audiences
- Experience working with membership-based organisations such as communities, networks and coalitions, ideally within the charity or NGO sector
- Experience of using digital tools (intranets, online communities etc.) and an understanding of how these can support communications within a network
How to apply
To apply submit your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the right candidate for this role by midnight on Sunday 9th August 2020.
Please note that this advert may close early if a large number of applicants are received.
We plan to hold the interviews on the 13th, 14th and 17th August, so please bare this in mind.
Bond and equal opportunities
Bond values diversity and works to advance equality. We encourage and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. In order to assess and ensure the continued effectiveness of Bond’s Equal Opportunities Policy, all applicants are asked to complete a short questionnaire when applying. You are not obliged to answer the questions but the more information you supply the more effectively we can monitor our equal opportunity practices. Completion of all questions is voluntary and failure to answer any question(s) will not affect your application in any way.
The information you supply will be treated in confidence and will not be seen by any member of the selection panel responsible for the appointment. The questionnaire will be detached from your CV and cover letter, stored anonymously and used purely to provide statistics for monitoring purposes.
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We’re looking for an exceptional and experienced Marketing and Communications Officer to support the communications team in all its activities and in particular the day to day management of our website and social media communities. You will use your understanding of data and analytics to inform your decisions and grow our channels.
This is a key role within the Communications Team, supporting OCA’s strategy for growth across all channels by creating engaging and innovative content to meet audiences’ needs. You will also work across various teams to support both marketing and fundraising campaigns in order to increase reach, build supporter awareness and grow OCA’s brand.
Our Communications Team is driven by our focused and expert delivery of impactful and meaningful content that translates the cause of OCA to ever increasing audiences, because we believe women with ovarian cancer deserve better.
Duties and key responsibilities include:
- Social media management
- Website management
- Campaign support
- Production of marketing materials
Applications must inlcude a CV together with a covering letter of no more than one page clearly highlighting how the requirements of the role are met by the applicants skills and prior experience as detailed in the JD and person specification.
This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants need not apply.
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We are delighted that you are interested in the role of Research Officer here at Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF). We are looking for an outstanding individual to join a newly formed team as we take APF through a significant period of development and growth. This is a particularly exciting time to join us.
Pulmonary fibrosis refers to a specific group of lung diseases thought to be affecting around 70,000 people in the UK. The nature of these diseases all cause hardening and scarring of the lungs, preventing the transfer of oxygen into the bloodstream. It has a devastating impact on quality and quantity of life and on breathing.
The debilitating nature of these diseases means as people become increasingly breathless their need for physical and emotional support often becomes greater. Pulmonary fibrosis affects every area of family life. Yet there is very little dedicated support available to patients and families affected.
These are some of the many reasons Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis (APF) exists.
Since APF was set up as a charity in 2013 we have established ourselves as a respected and influential charity. APF has grown in impact and scale since it was formed. We have agreed a new Strategic Plan for 2019-2024 which sets out our direction for the coming years.
The Research Officer is the latest pivotal appointment that will help APF increase its funding of I/PF related research. The role will help set up APF’s first research committee, help patients, families and HCP’s be up todate with the latest research, support our current fellows and help explore ways for more patients to access clinical trials. You’ll need to be confident working with trustees, researchers, patients and people working representing professional bodies to fulfil the role. You may already have experience in a similar role.
We are a collaborative, hard-working and fun team, with lots of mutual respect and support to reach organisational goals. In your role you’ll need to demonstrate empathy to our cause, critical thinking, flexibility and outstanding communication skills.
If you believe you have the experience, skills and qualities we are looking for, we very much look forward to hearing from you.
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We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed individual join a Royal Medical College looking to strengthen its’ support for members. The College requires a team player who will engage with committees that form a key part of the College’s work. The role supports the effective running of committees, acting as central point of contact for Chairs. You will be responsible for excellent and accurate administration, including minute taking and meeting management. You will have a clear and proactive approach to managing robust and secure administrative processes and an ability to work to established governance processes. If you like working in a small team, have an eye for detail and accuracy with an ability to moving effortlessly from basic administration to communicating with medical professionals then this role is perfect.
Responsibilities:
Committee Services for a number of committees
- Planning and organising committee meetings for allocated committees. Meetings are almost all held online via video conferencing
- Management and preparation of agenda and papers with the Chair and circulation to committee members
- Attendance at committee meeting to take minutes
- Provide accurate formal minutes for review and approval
- Keep records and follow up any action points or decisions made by the committee.
- Build good working relationships with the Chair and committee members and provide support to the Chair to ensure smooth running of the committees
- Providing reports to the committee or College Council
- Communicate the work of the Committee and receive input to committee work from other stakeholders
- Manage the appointment and retirement of committee Chair and members according to standard governance processes.
- Maintain committee records and membership details on College systems.
The Successful Applicant:
- Experience of secretariat administration and servicing committees and / or senior level Boards
- Experience of working to support governance processes in a professional body or membership organisation e.g. working with terms of reference and appointments processes
- An individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills with the proven ability to write clear and concise minutes, reports and documents
- Have excellent organisation and planning skills, especially with regard to meetings, meeting arrangements and documentation, including video/online meetings
- Be someone with ability to use own initiative and able to form good working relationships at all levels and with externally based professionals and volunteers
- Have a track record of working with a team and willing to contribute to team and corporate aims
To apply, please send download and complete the supporting information form, and email it with your CV via the application link.
Early applications are recommended as received applications would be considered on a daily basis and candidates may be interviewed before the application deadline.
Multi-Sensory Impairment Teacher
Main Working Location: Denmark Road, Carshalton
Salary Range: £35,565.97-£50,841.66 (Band 3-Band 4) depending on experience
Permanent: 37 Hours per Week
Cognus are currently recruiting for an MSI Consultant (Teacher). This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, though a part time position could be discussed with the right candidate.
Our successful candidate will be expected to:
- Manage the caseload for our service and develop the offer to children and young people to ensure it is relevant and effective in line with the team strategy.
- Provide professional support and development opportunities to ensure our offer is delivered.
- Develop links across neighbouring local authorities, identifying opportunities for joint work in order to promote understanding and service developments for the benefit of the DB population.
Cognus Sensory Impairment for Children and Young People offers support from early childhood until the young person moves into adulthood. The team work primarily with:
- Children who are deafblind/multi-sensory impaired.
- Children who have medical conditions that are likely to cause problems with sight and hearing as they grow older.
Support is also available to children who have either a sight or hearing impairment combined with other needs, such as learning or physical disabilities.
Skills and abilities
- Are you experienced in working with children or young people who have sensory impairments and / or complex and medical needs, and their families?
- Are you a skilled and engaging leader who is excited and passionate about developing the skills of a team to meet the needs of deafblind people locally and nationally?
- Do you possess insight and knowledge of the SEND system which would benefit CYP with sensory impairments and / or complex and medical needs, and their families?
- Are you able to undertake assessment that focuses on the whole-child’s needs and on what they can rather than can’t do?
If the answer is yes to one or more of these then we are particularly keen to hear from you.
We are looking for experienced practitioners with Mandatory Qualifications or relevant experience of working with children and young people with multi-sensory impairment or single sensory impairment and additional complex needs.
This role will require travel across the locality, as such, a full UK driving licence is desirable. In return we offer specialist training and support to enable professional development, opportunity to join the company pension scheme and enhanced family benefits.
This is an opportunity to work with highly talented, diverse and supportive colleagues who are passionate about supporting children and young people with MSI and their families.
Constituted in November 2016 as a company limited by shares, Cognus is jointly owned by the London Borough of Sutton (LBS) and several Sutton schools.
You will give us great commitment and in return we offer an excellent package including:
- regular support and supervision;
- an excellent group of leaders as colleagues;
- excellent CPD opportunities;
- flexible working;
- workplace pension scheme;
- salary £35,565.97-£50,841.66 (Band 3-Band 4) per annum (depending on experience)
- 28 days annual leave (inclusive of three between Xmas & New Year);
If you are interested and would like to be considered for this role, please apply t with a CV and covering note (of no more than two sides, minimum font size 11) outlining how you meet the person specification. The deadline for receipt is midnight on Wednesday 19th August 2020. Candidates are requested to be available on the Friday 28th August 2020 for interview.
For an informal conversation about the role please contact Jane Morgan, Head of SEND Support and Primary Advisory, contact details via our website.
All offers of employment are subject to successful completion of recruitment formalities which includes an enhanced DBS check. These checks must have been completed prior to commencement of employment. We expect our staff to have due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to follow the child protection procedures adopted by the Company and the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board.
We have several other roles we are recruiting to at different levels within Cognus. Please get in touch for an informal conversation about these and other opportunities if you or anyone else you know may be interested in working with us.
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SUPPORT WORKER
£17,608.80 rising to £18,105 after 1 years’ service subject to performance
(Part time hours are also available)
Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 0BN
Job Purpose
Do you want to be part of our expanding team?
Are you caring? Do you enjoy helping others? Would you like to enable people to have greater independence in their lives?
No previous care experience is required to fulfil this role as full training will be provided. We offer a comprehensive training calendar, career progression and an opportunity to work with fantastic people in a caring and supportive environment.
The Opportunity
No two days in this role are the same, one day you could be supporting someone on a shopping trip or accompanying them to a hospital appointment and the next contributing to a support plan or risk assessment.
You will be working in a multi-disciplinary team within our 48 bed, state of the art, Care and Rehabilitation Centre. The service provides residential specialist care for people with complex physical, sensory, cognitive and emotional difficulties and rehabilitation care and support to people who are on the stroke pathway or as part of their neurological rehab pathway by helping them to gain independence.
As a Support Worker you will help residents and clients with all aspects of personal care and daily living skills undertaking a vital role as a keyworker. Working to ensure residents have a stimulating and fulfilling programme of activities that meet their individual needs and working within QEF policies and procedures to provide a safe and caring environment.
About You
· You have a caring and friendly disposition
· You are passionate about providing good person-centred quality care
· You are an excellent communicator (speaking and writing) and can build appropriate relationships within professional boundaries
· You are a team player but can also work independently
· Previous experience or a level 2/3 qualification in Health and Social Care or similar is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided
Benefits
· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service
· A comprehensive induction programme
· Extensive training and development
· Support for Care apprenticeships
· Pension
· Life Assurance
· Westfield Healthcare cash back scheme (including optical, dental and complimentary therapy treatments)
· Westfield shopping discounts
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Childcare vouchers
· Free on-site parking
· Paid breaks
How to Apply
To apply please visit our website via the link and apply online
You are encouraged to apply early as this opportunity may close early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
This role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks which will include Enhanced with adults barred list check DBS (at the cost of QEF if you are not already a member of The Update Service).
QEF is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.
We guarantee to interview all applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy and to consider each applicant on their ability to do the job.
Please contact HR if you require any reasonable adjustment(s) for the application process or interview stage.
We are looking for a Link Worker to work in a primary/secondary school in West London.
We are looking for highly motivated individual with a passion for providing young people and families with the opportunities and relationships to enable them to flourish in life. Applicants will be highly proactive, professional, meticulous in their attention to detail and able to recognise the rigour required in reporting and data collection so as to evidence their own and other organisations’ work. WLZ Link Workers are individuals who are creative, constantly looking for new situations and solutions to improve the lives of young people and families, and who have great energy and enthusiasm for this work.
Link Workers work with families, WLZ colleagues, teachers and partner organisations to plan, co-ordinate and deliver a two year programme of support for children and young people. WLZ aims for every child to achieve good wellbeing, confidence and aspiration, positive relationships and improved academic achievement.
Responsibilities include:
● Act as a trusted adult and role model in the lives of the children, young people and families
● Engage with children/young people in order to build and maintain trusted relationships
● Motivate and inspire children and young people to engage positively with additional support as part of the WLZ programme
● Accurately assess the strengths and needs for each individual on the WLZ programme informed by work with children, young people, parents and professionals
● Create robust individual support plans to meet the needs of children and young people, using a Skills Framework and SMART goals to monitor and review progress
● Deliver 1:1 and small group engagement sessions to children and young people, which support their progress towards goals, consistent with WLZ policies and procedures
● Support school classroom delivery through one to one support with certain children
● Plan and participate in a range of educational trips and visits for children and young people in the school holidays
● Maintain regular communication with parents and provide opportunities for home learning where appropriate.
● Follow WLZ’s policies and procedures in relation to safeguarding
Applications received before: 11:30pm on Sunday 23rd August 2020 will be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 5:00pm on Tuesday 25th August 2020. Interviews to follow later that week and early the following week.
Interviews would either be Face to Face or via video call but will be in-line with the most up to date government guidance.
If you would like an informal conversation with one of our existing Link Workers please contact us and we will arrange a telephone call.
You can also apply for this position by going to West London Zone’s website.
Thames Valley Partnership is an established charity of over 25 years, delivering a range of services to support those who are vulnerable and at risk of exclusion. We also work to develop long-term solutions to the issues of crime and social exclusion, working at both practical and strategic level to influence policy and share good practice. We have a proven track record of supporting victims and survivors of domestic abuse as well as delivering training around this. Since 2010 we have been particularly involved in working to help develop, promote and roll out technological solutions to protect victims of domestic abuse on a national level, including TecSOS and the Bright Sky App.
The Role:
We now have an exciting role within a newly shaped learning function where there is a real appetite to embrace digital learning within this rapidly growing area. The purpose of this role is to design, develop and deliver a range of bespoke training packages to prevent and respond to domestic abuse and sexual violence. This role would ideally suit an innovative and organised person experienced in both creating and delivering training, ideally virtually and in the area of domestic abuse or similar. A good understanding of adult learning techniques is essential, along with a creative eye and a strong digital skillset. This is an exciting and rewarding role where you will also be involved in supporting an ongoing digital project currently in development with another charity and where you will make a real and positive impact on the safety and well-being of those who suffer domestic abuse.
Please note that this is a full time post on a salary of £35Kper annum and is offered on a fixed contract basis until March 2021 (however, there may be the possibility to extend this depending upon funding at that time). The post is available to start asap.
The closing date for applications is: Wednesday 12th August 2020 at 1700hrs
Interviews (Virtually) Week Commencing 17th August 2020
A full Job Description and Application Form can be download from the Partnership website.
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If you want to know more about the role and us, have a read through the Recruitment Pack. If you're still interested, send us your CV and Supporting Statement.
Closing date 26th August.
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To coordinate the successful delivery of a range of children and young people programmes in educational and community settings and to ensure all project outcomes are met, monitored and evaluated in line with contractual obligations and local need. Using the results to shape local policy and practice and reflect the needs of young people as well as to develop funded sustainability plans with new and existing funders.
The post holder will be responsible for generating new school business through selling our existing offer and identifying new project opportunities across all levels of school education. They will be expected to inspire and educate children through the co-ordination and provision of high quality coaching across the County.
Support and Develop a branded holiday coaching programme to maximise income to be generate for the Charity ie: holiday coaching, weekly coaching sessions, Development Centres and pre trials 1:1 coaching.
Create an effective communication method with children, young people, parents, schools, community group and Notts County Football Club to ensure engagement in projects and programmes that the Charity and The Portland Centre run.
The CYPC will work strategically with other departmental staff to support existing activities across our S.H.I.N.E outcomes.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:
- Plan, co-ordinate and manage the delivery of CYP programmes.
- Develop and embed FITC’s equality, diversity and inclusion practices into the programme areas, learning from and influencing partners and play a key role in Safeguarding and EDI compliance.
- Develop an engaging and creative offer for early years children ranging from 18 months to 4 years that gives the little ones an introduction into sport, incorporating LTAD and FUNdamentals of movement principles.
- Administer holiday coaching, including the management of the online booking system and act as point of contact for coaching bookings, queries and payment.
- Being responsible for implementing the Player Pathway coaching programme and developing players technically, tactically, physically and overseeing the coaching team that work within the Player Pathway and being actively involved in the coaching.
- Work alongside partner organisations to identify opportunities for the development of pilot projects and/or funding bids.
- Develop a quality assurance plan and framework to monitor and evaluate our delivery to ensure our activities are delivered to the highest standards. Making sure all Views data inputting is kept up to date as required to help with the monitoring.
- Produce reports, presentations and information as required by the organisation and external partners to report against performance targets
- Develop and maintain effective and positive working relationships with all stakeholders
- When leading, ensure high-quality delivery that inspires and engages all participants, meeting project aims and objectives
- Attend all relevant meetings, training events etc. as part of personal and business growth
- Work with the Sport and Inclusion Manager and Senior Management to ensure that all strategic objectives are met
- Liaise with other relevant departments within FITC, NCFC and across the county to ensure the effective internal and external promotion and communication of programmes and activities. Supporting the delivery of projects and activities of other departments within both organisations
- Use evidence from programmes to make recommendations and shape future delivery through shared learning to better meet the needs of young people.
- Use appropriate data, insight and research to understand the motivations, behaviours and priorities of target audiences
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We are looking for an organised Navigator to take on an important new support role within our Community Living Well team in the West London area. The Navigation Service is for people with serious stable long term mental health needs who are supported in primary care.
You will be building and maintaining constructive working relationships with service users, carers, families, colleagues, lay people and wider community networks. You will be at the centre of a team working across and alongside a wide range of both internal service users and external partners.
Excellent communication skills and effective team work are essential for this role.
You will be managing admin and support tasks ranging from immediate practical help to resolving complex issues.
You should have good IT skills, be well organised and be at your best when prioritising a multitude of tasks. You need to be a confident communicator who enjoys working with others and being at the heart of a busy team.
In return we will induct, develop and train you and give you the opportunity to be involved in challenging and rewarding work. You will have 28 days annual leave plus public holidays.
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The Women’s Support Centre (WSC) was established in 2008 by Women in Prison (WIP) with the support of Woking Borough Council. The WSC is based in Woking and provides support to women throughout Surrey who are in contact with, or at risk of being in contact with the criminal justice system. High quality, innovative services are delivered including 1:1 support and advocacy, group work, counselling, specialist substance misuse, domestic abuse and child sexual exploitation services. The WSC works in partnership with a number of agencies including all Surrey local authorities, the Police, the National Health Service and the National Probation Service.
We are currently looking for a Volunteer Counselling Coordinator to recruit, coordinate and support volunteers to deliver a counselling service to women who have had contact with the criminal justice system. This will include completing detailed assessments, and delivering one-to-one counselling sessions as required. You will be BACP registered and work within both the BACP and Women In Prison’s frameworks to ensure high standards of practice.
We actively encourage applications from women from a variety of backgrounds, and with a range of skills and experiences. We are particularly interested to hear from Black, Asian and minority ethnic women and women who have personal experience of the criminal justice system. The role is only open to women, in accordance with the sex-based exemptions of the Equality Act 2010 pursuant to Schedule 9, Part 1.
To apply, please download and read the Recruitment Pack including the Job Description and Person Specification and complete the application and equalities monitoring forms in full. For infornation please visit our website.
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£22,526 - £26,501 Full-time (35 hrs p/w) - (please note successful candidates should expect to be appointed at the starting point of the salary scale and consideration may be given to a higher salary depending on the experience of the individual)
Fixed term contract until 31st August 2021
St. Helens, Merseyside
Ref: GFM-201
Are you a confident and resilient individual with lived experience of the issues facing vulnerable young people (i.e. involvement in gangs or knife crime) and a proven ability to engage successfully with individuals despite their challenging behaviour?
If so, St Giles Trust is looking for a Gangs Groupwork Facilitator & Mentor to join our SOS+ team and deliver a vital service that will address these important social issues in the St. Helens area.
About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.
Our award-winning SOS+ Service works with young people in a variety of settings by delivering sessions and workshops in schools, Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), Community Centres and to Youth Offender Teams. The mission of SOS+ is to prevent children and young people becoming involved in gangs and youth violence by equipping them with tools, knowledge and support delivered by experts with lived experience.
About this vital role
Delivering preventative and early intervention Gangs, Serious Youth Violence & Exploitation group sessions to children and young people, parents and professionals on criminal justice issues is what’s needed here. We’ll also rely on you to provide targeted 1:1 mentoring support for 11-18 year olds who have been identified as being high risk. A great opportunity to contribute towards the overarching aim of reducing exclusions, it will involve working closely with schools and PRUs and developing relationships based on trust while prioritising safeguarding. You’ll also work alongside an Early Help team and other multi-agency teams, attend key meetings and feed intelligence back in. And, when it comes to developing new content in partnership with the service’s Content & Quality Lead, again, we’ll count on you.
What we are looking for:
• A track record of working positively with socially excluded children, young people or adults, including delivering sessions to groups and/or mentoring young people effectively
• Proven experience of assessing the needs of children and young people who are at risk of significant harm
• providing support, advice and advocacy and communicating the needs of clients to other professionals
• The ability to work as part of a multiagency team in a high intensity environment to achieve positive outcomes for young people and establishing links to further the aims of a project
• Self-motivation, a positive attitude and flexible approach, the confidence to speak in front of large groups and ability to effectively manage your own wellbeing
• A relevant qualification (or currently working towards one), strong IT skills, plus a full driving licence and willingness to drive
In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, access to clinical supervision, season ticket loan and much more.
For further information, or to apply, please visit our website via the ‘Apply’ button.
Closing date: 11pm, Sunday 9th August 2020. Interviews: 18th August (likely to be held via video)