Senior Operational Manager

Permanent

£47,540 per annum

37.5 hours per week

Leeds

Ref: INSTM587536

If you’re an experienced operations manager passionate about improving the lives of others, we may have the opportunity for you!

Inspire North is an award-winning mental health charity delivering a wide range of high‑quality services across the Yorkshire and Humber region. 

Our values of People, Integrity, Collaboration and Passion are at the heart of what we do, and we are proud that they have led us to a 2* Best Companies accreditation.

We are seeking a dynamic Senior Operations Manager to assist in leading our friendly Operational Management Team.  With a proven track record in social care or supported housing service management, you will work creatively to ensure the smooth running and continual improvement of our services.

You will also directly oversee a service portfolio, ensuring performance targets are met, managing budgets and planning for a bright future in line with group strategy.

To be successful in this role, you will be proactive, an excellent communicator and willing to go the extra mile to ensure we deliver excellent services for our clients.

If you think you have what it takes to inspire us, then we'd love to hear from you.

Closing Date 23:59 Sunday 21st March 2021

Interviews to be held 14 or 15 April 2021

This role is working for Inspire North, parent company to Community Links and Foundation. 

We aim for our workforce to reflect the diverse and exciting region we serve and would encourage applications from groups who are marginalised and racialised.

Events Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Events Manager to join a national charity and membership association representing children’s day nurseries across the UK.

Position: Events Manager

Location: Bradley, Huddersfield with the ability to work from home during periods of lockdown

Hours: 37 hours per week with flexibility to allow for some evening and weekend work

Salary: Band C (Salary range £21,865 to £27,352)

Contract: Temporary - maternity cover

Benefits: Include 25 days paid holiday (rising to 29 days with service increments) plus 8 bank holiday, Personal Pension Scheme, Healthcare Cash Plan, Online Discount Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Staff Awards Scheme, Company Sick Pay Scheme, Flexible working patterns

Closing Date: Monday 8th March 2021

Interview Date: Week commencing 15th March 2021 (via Zoom)

The Role

The Events Manager will ensure quality delivery of events run by the Training Department and will identify and create conditions necessary for the team to reach and maintain high levels of performance. Working with the Senior Early Years Manager, the Events Manager will take responsibility for the co-ordination and management of training events (virtual and face to face), in line with the organisation’s quality processes. The post holder will also manage the training and events team, with support from the Events Officer.

About You

As Events Manager you will have demonstrable experience of events management and administration. You will need strong IT skills in using Microsoft Office packages. Experience of delivering virtual training would be beneficial but training can be provided.

You will also have experience of:

• Database management
• Quality processes
• Line management and supervision of staff
• Developing and monitoring admin processes and systems
• Dealing with external consultants
• Working with financial procedures

A degree in events management or business administration with events would beneficial for this role.  

To apply you will be asked to submit your CV along with a covering letter detailing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role.

About the Organisation

Our client is a national charity and membership association specifically for nurseries. They work in partnership with nurseries, local authorities, national government and a range of partners to develop an environment in which early learning and care can flourish.

The organisation is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and is actively opposed to discrimination in society.

You may have experience in areas such as Events, Events Manager, Events Coordinator, Special Events Manager, Events Fundraising Manager, Corporate Partnerships, Training and Development Manager, Training and Development, L&D, Learning and Development Manager, Learning and Development Manager, People Development, HR, Human Resources.

Position Objective:

• To coordinate the execution of PETA and its affiliates’ web-based fundraising strategies, including ongoing and one-time web fundraising features, appeals, and content as well as e-mail appeals
• To work closely with other fundraising staff members at PETA and the PETA Foundation US to maximise online income from donors to PETA and its affiliates, including major donors, monthly donors, legacy donors, corporate donors (PETA Business Friends), memorial donors, fundraising-event donors, and prospective donors
• To supervise the online fundraising creative assistant and the online fundraising data assistant

Term of Employment:

Full-time (maternity cover)

Reports to:

Director, International Response Fundraising

Location:

London/temporarily remote

Primary Responsibility and Duties:

• Work with PETA’s international affiliates and the PETA Foundation US Interactive Media Group to raise online donations to PETA and its affiliates through the use of existing and planned websites
• Promote the collection of e-mail addresses from existing donors to PETA and its affiliates through postal, phone, and online marketing
• Develop and implement web components for all direct-mail and telemarketing donor appeals, including appeals to monthly donors, Vanguard Society members, and legacy donors
• Ensure that PETA and its affiliates’ main websites and primary sub-sites contain appropriate fundraising options
• Coordinate the production of all fundraising materials, adhering to specified guidelines and style rules
• Manage and monitor all fundraising assets to ensure they are prepared and created in a timely manner in order to keep to the schedule of appeals and ensure deadlines are met
• Execute and manage a comprehensive programme for the use of e-mails to cultivate and solicit donations from current PETA and affiliate donors
• Execute and manage a comprehensive programme to promote the online fundraising programmes of PETA and its affiliates through the use of social networks and search engine marketing
• Act as the task liaison to the PETA US Policy and Marketing departments as well as the PETA Foundation US Production, Legal, and Information Technology (IT) departments for all web-based projects and content, including for privacy, technology, and design issues
• Work with PETA and the PETA Foundation US IT Department and database-management vendors to ensure that all data collected online are managed and maintained properly
• Prepare analytical reports on the performance of web-based fundraising campaigns
• Work closely with the donor development coordinator when appropriate and execute coordination between the online and offline programmes for PETA and its affiliates
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• Excellent project-management skills
• Experience in online fundraising, marketing, and/or advocacy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, and database/eCRM applications
• Moderate to strong HTML knowledge
• Self-starter
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to be flexible and meet short deadlines
• Ability and willingness to travel occasionally
• Commitment to the goals and objectives of the organisation
• Knowledge of the international charity/non-profit sector is desirable

Learning, Events and Networks Manager
Part-time (21 hours per week)
£35,000 pro rata (£21,000 actual)

We welcomed over 2,800 people to our events, networks and meetings in the last year, where funders in London were able to share learning, insights and best practice to increase the effectiveness of their work.  But we want to do more.  We have ambitions to increase the impact of our work, and need you to join us to help us to achieve this in the new role of Learning, Events and Networks Manager, leading our work to develop an engaging, inspiring and informative programme of events and network meetings that achieves real impact for funders in London.

This role is crucial to us in ensuring that learning is captured and shared, that the latest insights and developments inform the work of funders, and that action can be taken after our events.  From small roundtable meetings exploring issues in-depth, through to conference events with hundreds of attendees from across our membership, you’ll be ambitious about ensuring that everyone has a positive experience and leaves with learning and ideas that they can translate into action in their own work, whilst also supporting collaborative efforts across the funding community.

You’ll get to work with our 170 member funders from across sectors, who invest in all aspects of London’s civil society and reach all communities.  No two days are the same at London Funders, and nor are two events the same for us – from advice to violence affecting young people, from Barking & Dagenham to Westminster, you’ll be involved in planning events on issues and places that are as diverse as the city we love.

If you’re interested in the role we’d love to hear from you.  You can find more detail in the information pack below, which includes links to where you can find out more about our work and the areas this role will be focused on.  When you’re ready to apply, just submit your CV and a supporting statement (no more than two sides of A4) explaining how you meet the points on the person specification, through Charity Job before 10am on Wednesday 10 March 2021.  We look forward to hearing from you, and to hopefully working with you to make a positive difference to London life through a strong and effective network of funders.

Location: Battersea Park
Contract Type: Full Time – 40 Hours per week
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 07 March 2021

Ref: EV003

Do you want to work for an organisation whose aim is to enrich lives and strengthen communities through leisure and culture? Do you want to use your organisation, planning and communication skills to play a vital role in providing a great service to the local community? If so, Enable Leisure and Culture is recruiting for an Events Production Manager to support our Events team.

Reporting to the Senior Events Production Manager, the Events Production Manager will be responsible for the research, development, design, production and delivery of allocated events including Summer in Battersea Park, Silver Sunday, Armed Forces Day and Remembrance Day. The Events Production Manager will also be responsible for working with the Senior Events Production Manager to deliver Battersea Park Fireworks and any other events produced by the Events Team as a whole. 

The role will focus on developing and delivering the current Summer in Battersea Park series and expanding it into other parks. Summer in Battersea Park is a summer family-friendly festival with different events each weekend including live music, food, children’s activities, sports and cinema screenings, and so much more.

The Events Team are a very busy, creative, tight knit group of vibrant professionals who strive to challenge and innovate wherever we can. We are a team of “yes” people who work tirelessly to deliver our events to the highest standard and pride ourselves on going the extra mile. We are a supportive team and have a flexible and collaborative approach to our work.

Why should you join Enable Leisure and Culture?

· 25 Days Annual Leave

· Flexible Working

· Pension Scheme

· Eyecare Vouchers

· Free Gym membership

· On-site shower facilities* certain places

· Season Ticket Loan

· Cycle to Work scheme

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Weekly fruit basket

· Staff Treats

· Weekly Wellbeing Hour

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this post.  In order to apply for this post, you must demonstrate your eligibility to work in the UK. 

Applications will close one minute before midnight on 07 March 2021.

Diversity is valued at Enable Leisure and Culture and is important in the work that we do. Applications from all sections of the community are welcome and will be considered on merit. Should you have a disability and require any additional support or if you have any questions regarding the above role, please contact us.

Due to Covid-19 and until further notice, we are currently operating digital recruitment and on-boarding processes. The role is full time and based primarily in the Events Office in Battersea Park. During the pandemic, this role will be based mainly from home with the option to come to the office a few days a week.

Reference ID: EV003

Place2Be is the leading children's mental health charity providing in-school support and expert professional development to improve the emotional wellbeing of children and young people, families, teachers and school staff. Place2Be provides mental health support and training for over 600 primary and secondary schools, reaching a total school population of over 350,000 pupils.

Our teams provide a range of services in our partner schools to build resilience early in life through counselling, creative work and play and support a child’s ability to engage in school life. Our work, focused on early intervention, is part of the 'comprehensive CAMHS system’.
 

About The Role

MAT Cover for 13 Months
Hours: 35hrs p/w
Days: Mondays to Fridays
Location: London, EC1V 4LW

As Philanthropy & Special Events Manager at Place2Be, you will play a significant part in the Philanthropy & Special Events team, in a busy and varied role. This small but dynamic team consists of a Head of Philanthropy, Special Events and Individual Giving, a Philanthropy and Special Events Officer and an Individual Giving Manager. You will work with the team to deliver first-class event delivery and donor care to achieve ambitious financial targets.

This is a key role within the team, which is split between leading on the special events programme and managing a portfolio of high net worth prospects and donors. We are looking for someone who has extensive special events experience and can deliver excellent relationship management (cultivation and stewardship) for a growing portfolio of major donors.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person with excellent communication, organisation and writing skills. To be successful as our Philanthropy & Special Events Manager, you will have a passion and interest in people, have previously managed special events and have experience working with high net worth audiences.

What will I be responsible for in my new role?

You will:

• with support from the Philanthropy & Special Events Officer, manage the scoping and organisation of the special events such as the annual Carol Concert, Golf Day, bespoke receptions and biennial Fundraising Dinner
• provide creativity in developing the content of events, as well as meticulous guest list management, production of related collateral, regular reporting and financial monitoring
• manage a portfolio of major donor prospects, donors and senior volunteers
• fully capitalise on Place2Be’s networks of contacts and maximise opportunities to develop new relationships, turning prospects into donors
• support the development and delivery of both the Philanthropy & Special Events and Fundraising strategies.

The successful candidate will have:

• demonstrable experience of working in a philanthropy fundraising role, or relevant experience/ transferable skills
• previous experience of organising fundraising and engagement events
• strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to communicate and influence others through both verbal and written media and demonstrate the ability to sustain relationships
• experience of building effective relationships with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• previous experience of delivering significant (six figure) financial targets to deadline

Interview dates: Monday 15th March 2021 ZOOM Video Interview

In return we offer you a range of fantastic benefits including:

• Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement
• Robust Learning and Development Programme
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance, 4x Annual Salary
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mobile Phone Discounts (EE Network)
• Cycle purchase and season ticket loan schemes
• Extended Maternity/Paternity Pay

If you share our core values of perseverance, integrity, compassion and creativity and have the counselling skills and patience to support some of the UK’s most vulnerable young people and families, we would love you to join us. It’s sensitive and demanding work - but hugely rewarding and fulfilling - you will be helping to give young people a brighter future.

TO APPLY or view/download the full Job Description and Person Specification please visit our website for further details.

The Academy of Social Sciences seeks a pro-active, experienced and thoughtful Senior Campaign Manager to take responsibility for developing and delivering its activities to promote and showcase the social sciences. In so doing you will develop further the momentum and public profile of the Campaign, and advance understanding of the contributions social sciences make to enhancing decision-making, society and lives. The Campaign’s work is targeted primarily to policy makers and other decision-makers across all levels of government, business, research funders and media. This is a role at the heart of the Academy and is the lead staff role for the Campaign.

The task of the Campaign is to help shape and deliver a compelling and evolving public-facing showcase and narrative of the social sciences, so that what they are and what they contribute to society is better understood, valued and used. Our approach is to use substantive research evidence, impact and expertise, including that from within our high-profile Fellowship, to ‘show’ and ‘engage’ rather than to ‘tell’. This is primarily a knowledge exchange and engagement role; it is not a parliamentary lobbying role.

It’s an exciting time to join the Academy as we implement our new strategy and build on significant growth and development in 2020, including notable development in our Campaign activities, outreach and profile under the new chair, Professor Bobby Duffy. It is also an exciting time for the social sciences with their rich roles in informing understanding and policy around the ‘grand challenges’, including the UKs social and economic recovery post Covid; climate change and sustainability; and the so-called ‘levelling-up’ agenda, to name but a few.

We seek an articulate team player who understands what it is like to work in a small, busy charity, who relishes a combination of hand’s on ‘doing’, forward planning and managing, who is adept at working with senior figures and who has the drive, ambition and skills to take the Campaign to the next level. You will bring a passion for applied social sciences, and a broad knowledge of them; strong relationship management skills; excellent organisation, IT and communication skills; creativity and a willingness ‘to do’; and the diplomacy and confidence to work with senior figures in the field.

In return we offer a job with a real purpose, significant responsibility, a warm and friendly context in which to work, a sense of shared endeavour, some flexibility as to how the work is organised, and the opportunity to play an essential role for the social sciences. A sense of humour is welcomed!

The Academy and Campaign

The Campaign was formed in 2011 as the public advocacy arm of the Academy. It is funded by a network of supporters across UK social science: universities, learned societies, publishers and individuals. It draws upon expertise in the Academy Fellowship and beyond and benefits greatly from its high-profile board which provides advice, ideas and helps support delivery. The Campaign is chaired by Prof Bobby Duffy, Director of the Policy Institute and King’s College London.

The Academy of Social Sciences is the national academy of academics, learned societies and practitioners in the social sciences. Our charitable purpose is to promote social science in the UK for the public benefit. Our membership is composed of around 1400 individual Fellows, both academics and practitioners, elected for their contributions to social science, and 46 member Learned Societies which serve individual disciplinary areas in the social sciences. As a charity the Academy exists for public benefit and, as such, it serves the UK social science community as a whole.

The Role

Working closely with the Campaign Chair and Board, the Academy’s Chief Executive (to whom this role reports) and the Head of Policy, you will be involved at the heart of planning the outward-facing campaign activities and will have primary responsibility for delivering them successfully. On a day-to-day basis you will also work closely with the Academy’s Communications Manager.

This is a key role in delivery of the Campaign’s activities and in meeting its strategic plans. You will build the Campaign’s online profile and presence, organise successful events, lead projects and manage relationships with supporters. You will attract and retain supporters and work with those supporters to deliver benefits and create strong partnerships. Above all, your work will help ensure the social sciences are better understood, valued and used and that the Campaign is funded sustainably.

The four areas of responsibility are:

Campaign Board and annual planning

• Work with the Campaign Board and relevant Academy colleagues to create stimulating annual work/activity plans for the Campaign, aligned with the strategy and available resources, and with clear outcomes, timetable and measures of success.
• Undertake research and intelligence gathering relevant to the Campaign and its activities.
• Engage Board members in supporting the delivery of the Campaign activities as their time and expertise permits.
• Monitor and report on progress with the work plan regularly to Campaign Board meetings

Campaign activities and online presence

• Create and curate an interesting and high-profile programme, relevant to the Campaign’s themes, and drawing on expertise in the Fellowship and beyond, including potential delivery partners. 
• Deliver the events programme (e.g., panel discussions, roundtables, lectures) attracting good audience levels and ensuring we reach those communities we seek to engage/influence.
• Manage the Campaign’s online presence and engagement, including web resources (e.g., comment/think pieces, video interviews) ensuring quality and profile as befits the status of the Campaign and Academy; and making best use of a new website for 2021, working with the Communications Manager.
• Oversee the production, launch and dissemination of Campaign and co-badged Academy/Campaign publications and reports, including policy reports, working with the Communications Manager.
• Publicise the Campaign and its activities, managing an effective social media presence, working with the Communications Manager
• Scope new projects / Campaign activities.

Sponsor and stakeholder engagement

• Ensure regular communication and dialogue with all Campaign sponsors, keeping them informed and engaged; draft and disseminate an annual report of Campaign activities and outcomes.  
• Plan and deliver tailored engagement for Gold level sponsors; plan and deliver relevant, high profile and high-quality Strategic Leadership Forum activities for Gold and Silver level sponsors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with sponsors’ key contacts; gather and evaluate feedback; retain their support. 
• Research and recruit new sponsors, including among HEIs and wider sectors of relevance to social sciences, to grow the Campaign’s income sustainably, working with the CEO and Board.
• Extend the Campaign’s reach to wider stakeholders, for example in policy, business and academia, engaging them in relevant Campaign activities, disseminating reports etc., to target audience groups beyond the Academy Fellowship and Campaign sponsors.

Campaign administration

• Act as Secretary to the Campaign Board and any associated working groups, arranging and minuting meetings, drafting papers.
• Manage the timely invoicing of Campaign sponsors; chasing up payment as required.
• Ensure up to date contact records of sponsors and wider stakeholders are held in the Academy’s CRM, supported by the Academy Administrative Assistant; grow the contact list.

Any other duties as required by the Chief Executive or Campaign Chair within the broad scope of this role.

Terms

The Academy is operating as a virtual organisation for the foreseeable future, with all staff working from home. It is currently envisaged that staff will be able to continue to work flexibly from home in the future if they wish, but they should live within sufficiently close and affordable reach of London to travel in for some face-to-face meetings each month. We will reconsider whether to invest in a small central London office once again when the pandemic is suitably under control. This would provide hot desk facilities for those team members who prefer not to work from home and would facilitate in-person meetings.

The position is permanent, full time, and salaried at £44,000 - £46,000 p.a. Working days are eight hours including an hour for lunch, with some flexibility for when the hours are worked during the day. Employees also benefit from a generous holiday allowance and an employer contribution to the pension scheme. There is a six-month probationary period on all appointed posts.

Skills Requirements

Candidates will be expected to meet many of the following key competencies in addition to having the depth of work experience required for this role:

• An articulate graduate with a good degree and a lively mind; a degree in a social science discipline is highly desirable.
• A passion for, and broad understanding of, the social sciences and their contributions to society.
• Substantial experience in knowledge exchange activities and/or event planning and delivery.
• Proven relationship building and ability to engage a complex and diverse range of stakeholders.
• Good judgement and sound diplomatic skills; well versed in working with senior individuals.
• Proven experience of managing projects to deliver agreed outcomes on time.
• Expertise in harnessing social media / promotion skills.
• A very high standard of written and spoken English; excellent communication skills including writing concise web content.
• An understanding of what it means to work in a small charity.
• IT friendly and competent; high level of competence in Microsoft Office suite.
• An ability to grasp the big picture and at the same time to pay attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Personal attributes sought:

• Drive, creativity, and persistence. 
• Well-motivated self-starter, with a pro-active and thoughtful style.
• Well organised with good time management skills and ability to multi-task.
• A person who relishes making a difference.
• Friendly, positive and open manner, and a good team player.
• A willingness to work hard – this is not a sleepy role.
• Someone who seeks enjoyment in their work and brings a sense of humour to it.

Application

Please forward a CV (including your current salary) and a tailored letter of application detailing your interest in the role and your suitability for it by 9 am Monday, 8 March 2021.

If you have any questions about the role or application process please contact Dr Rita Gardner, Chief Executive.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates will be held in the week of 22 March 2021.

The role of the Senior Programmes Manager will be to plan, develop and manage a cross-strand range of programmes with an initial focus on community and society programmes. This role will co-deputise for the Head of Programmes and line and matrix manage some of the programmes delivery team. Blueprint for All’s programmes, at time of appointment, are in a very exciting phase of diversification and growth. This post has a special focus on managing our existing Lewisham BME Network, our landmark partnership LoveSexLife programme alongside other exciting programmes and projects. The Senior Programmes Manager will be responsive to programmes growth and diversification, implementing the co-developing the programmes strategy with the Head of Programmes; they will also, manage key programmes partner and stakeholder relationships, produce funding bids and proposals, and oversee programme evaluations and continuous improvement.

To apply please email a cover letter of no more than 2-sides and a CV to the email address in the JD.

Background to Blueprint for All

At Blueprint for All we believe in a future where talent is respected and nurtured irrespective of where it comes from, where organisations recognise and realise the benefits of a diverse workforce and where our communities can come together and thrive. This is our blueprint to set the foundations for a more inclusive society to grow.

Our high impact programmes work with disadvantaged young people and communities, providing tangible opportunities and support that enables them to thrive, whilst driving systemic change in organisations and society.

Blueprint for All Programmes

Our programmes span three main areas:

Careers: We work with schools, universities, community groups and employers to inspire and enable young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, aged 13-30 to pursue the career of their choice. From career advice to support gaining skills, qualifications and the critical foundations required to ensure professional success, we aid young people on their journey to a fulfilling and successful career.

Communities: We run programmes that support community groups working with people from BAME backgrounds to maximise their impact and make positive changes for local people.

Our BME Network supports over 120 small voluntary and community groups, and our Community Leadership Academy provides learning and development tailored to the needs of small and micro charities that are led by or serve people from BAME backgrounds. In partnership with other national and local charities, our Love Sex Life project challenges inequalities in access to and provision of sexual health services for BAME communities in Lambeth, Southwark, and Lewisham.

Society: We are working to create a society where talent is respected and nurtured irrespective of where it comes from, where organisations recognise and realise the benefits of a diverse workforce, and where our communities can come together and thrive. All our work is designed not only to support our beneficiaries, but to drive systemic change in organisations and society as a whole.

Our programmes are diverse and growing aligned with the needs of the breadth of our beneficiaries, partners, funders, and organisational strategic aims. This role is a key role to creatively and confidently manage the existing programme strands and new programmes and projects that we have.

To apply please email a cover letter of no more than 2-sides and a CV to the email address in the JD.

Main Duties: (subject to update with organisational and funder priorities)

Data management: to manage delivery partner, beneficiary, volunteer etc contact data on the S Drive/SharePoint and CRM system

Strategy: to hold the communities area strategy and feed into and develop cross-programme strategy with other programme manager(s) as guided by the Head of programmes and the rest of organisational management

Work Record: to ensure records of programme working are retained for posterity

Continuous improvement: to analyse programme data and work to suggest continuous improvement for each programme and project in your portfolio to the Head of programmes, and act upon approved suggestions

Line management: to line manage any officer(s) or assistants that are assigned to you

Reporting: to complete internal and external reports for your portfolio of work and arrange feed in from delivery members of the team

Fundraising: to grow the funding and funding pipeline for programmes by completing funding applications and submitting

Media and Comms etc: to manage the external communications of your portfolio of work

Relationship Management: to hold key relationships with partners and other key programmes stakeholders

Evaluation: to develop high quality evaluations

Programme Delivery and Admin: to deliver aspects of programmes and projects and manage programme admin and logistics associated

*this list is non-exhaustive and is subject to updates following funding or organisation priority changes

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) check

​KNOWLEDGE AND ROLE REQUIREMENTS 

• Experience delivering community programmes and with BAME communities
• Knowledge and/or experience of community issues specifically in Lewisham, Lambeth, Southwark, and Croydon
• Line management experience
• Ability to perform all main duties outlined above
• Strong communication skills both written and oral
• Programme management experience
• Line management experience
• IT skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint 
• Knowledge of programmes and continuous improvement

To apply please email a cover letter of no more than 2-sides and a CV to the email address in the JD.

• Application Closes: Monday, 15 March 2021 (please note that late applications will not be accepted)
• Job Location: London or Birmingham (with home working required while lockdown and/or tier restrictions are in place)
• Start date: As soon as possible from 1 April 2021
• Contract: Permanent, Full Time
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week. We are open to agreeing a flexible working pattern to best suit the successful applicant
• Salary: £34,000 p.a. (plus £3,000 London weighting)
• Reporting to: Operations Director
• Interviews planned for: Monday, 29th and Tuesday, 30th March 2021

About The Access Project

The Access Project is an innovative education charity that helps bright young people from disadvantaged backgrounds gain places at top universities. Our volunteers are trained and supported to be effective tutors who work with our students for an hour a week to raise their grades. In addition, a dedicated school-based staff member mentors the students so they have the knowledge and support to make strong university applications. Our results show this approach works.

About the role

The Access Project is experiencing planned rapid growth, currently operating in London, Birmingham, the West Midlands, East Midlands and more recently expanding into Bradford, West Yorkshire. We have core staff in offices in London and Birmingham and staff in each area who are based in schools Monday-Thursday. We have a high calibre staff body and a positive, mission-oriented culture.  We are now seeking an experienced HR professional to work with our Operations Director to help us develop thoughtful processes to make the most of these assets, which will guide us through our next period of growth.  They will work closely with the Operations Team to ensure the rollout and implementation of best practice around all aspects of HR.

Duties and responsibilities

Work closely with the Operations Director to lead the delivery of a comprehensive HR service for the organisation:

Driving change

• developing and implementing a People Strategy to underpin TAP’s strategy for growth and aspiration to be a leading employer
• managing the development and implementation of an eHR system, integrated across functions, e.g. payroll, recruitment, etc.
• Identifying and implementing a creative approach to people leadership, working with an evidence-base and/or piloting innovative new ways of working
• Engaging staff across TAP in the development of our approach, ensuring their opinions and experiences are considered, valued and inform decision-making
• Ensuring communications are regular, informative and accessible, keeping colleagues engaged and committed to working with our approach and systems
• Fulfilling TAP’s commitment to our line managers, recognising their importance in the organisation’s success, through the delivery of their direct reports

Policies and procedures

• ensuring all charity policies and procedures are up to date and in line with current employment law and GDPR.
• ensuring line managers are up to date with any changes in policy
• ensuring policies underpin a flexible, supportive, enabling and consistent approach to people management
• embedding diversity & inclusion as part of our organisational culture

Employee relations

• measuring employee satisfaction and identifying areas that require improvement, engaging employees in a meaningful way
• developing the use of evidence and analysis to provide insight into the factors which create or inhibit a positive and effective working environment and put in place a programme of actions to deliver continuous improvement
• working with colleagues to identify the skills, knowledge, capability and culture TAP needs to deliver future plans
• implementing new talent management and wider learning programmes at all levels which align with our ambition to be a ‘learning organisation’, engaging our people to fulfil their potential, perform better and want to stay longer
• reviewing and monitoring the charity’s approach to pay, reward/recognition and benefits to ensure we attract, recognise and retain talented paid and unpaid colleagues who are committed to TAP’s mission.
• leading the charity’s approach to performance management, focusing on inspiring, equipping, empowering and rewarding colleagues to meet and exceed expectations working collaboratively across regions as required, ensuring all employees’ experience is consistent
• addressing and resolving grievances and disciplinaries if they occur

Acting as a senior leader within the organisation

• modelling the tone and behavioural expectations of The Access Project amongst staff
• leading and inputting to significant cross-functional projects
• representing the charity externally with senior stakeholders when required

In addition to the responsibilities listed above, the job holder may be required to perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Director or Chief Executive Officer from time to time.

To arrange an informal discussion about the role, please contact Stuart Sheldon (Operations Director) 

Person specification

Essential characteristics and experience:

• CIPD accredited (or equivalent) qualification
• At least 5 years’ experience as an HR generalist
• Superb communication and project management skills
• Ability to articulate HR priorities as part of the bigger organisational picture
• Confidence advising managers on all aspects of people management and development
• Demonstrable experience in facilitating changes and improvements to processes
• Strong understanding of employment law
• Sound understanding of data protection regulations in relation to HR practices

Desirable:

Experience of implementing a diversity & inclusion strategy would be beneficial.

Benefits:

• £34,000 p.a. (plus £3,000 London weighting)
• 3% pension contribution
• Cycle to work scheme
• Travel card loan
• Flexible working arrangements, particularly around working from home
• 3 paid volunteering days per year
• Perkbox employee assistance scheme

Safeguarding statement:

Applicants must be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Disclosure of a Criminal Record
The Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986 does not apply to posts where there is access to children. This means that applicants for employment which involves working with children and young people must disclose any criminal record. If your application is successful, you are required to make these disclosures and consent to The Access Project verifying the accuracy of your response with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Building Manager to join our Property Team on a Maternity cover basis.

As our Senior Building Manager, you will cover day-to-day management of our properties in the North of England and manage a team of three building managers in London, Birmingham and Glasgow. You will support our colleagues based in delivery centres across the UK, so being able to commit to UK wide travel (when restrictions ease), will be required. Our sites are very busy, and we have an active portfolio development strategy. You will be working with a range of stakeholders at the Trust to ensure we can support our staff, partners and young people. 

We would like to see an application from you for this exciting role if you have a good background in hands-on property and facilities management.

For more information, please go to the job description. (This will open in a new window)

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Why we need Senior Building Managers:

Last year, we helped more than 70,000 young people, with three in four young people on our programmes, move into work, education or training. 

The young people we help face a range of challenges, such as unemployment, mental health issues or some who have been in trouble with the law. Our job is to inspire and support young people, to help them reach their potential so that they can thrive and society can prosper.

We believe all young people should have the chance to succeed, and that young people are the key to a positive and prosperous future for all of us.

Perks for working at The Trust:

• Great holiday package! 30 days of annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure the days between Christmas and New Year
• Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks full pay for paternity leave.
• Flexible working! Where operationally possible, you can work hours to fit in with, school hours or care arrangements for example and you can also work from home.
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial wellbeing support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas
• In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
• The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
• You can volunteer for and/or attend events – music festivals, The Prince’s Trust Awards, active events etc.
• Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)

Here at The Prince's Trust, we're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We want to be an organisation that's representative of the communities we serve, which is why we strive for diversity of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves and do the best work of their lives is the right thing to do.

We’re a Stonewall Diversity Champion and we are an employer that is Disability Confident. Our staff, volunteers and young people are supported by PT CAN (our Cultural Awareness Network), PT NOW (Network of Women), PT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network) and Pulse (LGBT Network). For more information, click here.

The Prince's Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks in accordance with the Codes of Practice for all roles within the Trust, and for our roles working directly with young people, at an enhanced level. Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants.

A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:

We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!

Req ID: 706

Job Title: Senior Service Manager - Restoration

No of Posts: 1

Salary: £29,545 - £32,545 (dependent on experience) plus Pension and Health Benefits

Status: Full Time, Substantive

Hours: 37.5 per week

Holidays: 24 days plus Bank Holidays per annum

Based at: Wigan and Leigh

Responsible to: Operations Director

Accountable to: Queen’s Hall Action on Poverty Trustees

SUMMARY

The Brick is a growing charity with big aspirations for people in need within our community. We provide RELIEF, RESTORATION and REFORMATION by offering tailored support, hope, and opportunity to those looking to improve their quality of life. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional individual to join the charity in a new and exciting role. Your role will be to enhance integrate and develop all aspects of restoration within the Charity. You will need to be as committed as we are to equip people from diverse backgrounds for self-sustaining and independent living.

To be successful, you will be a person who has

• high integrity,
• commitment to organisational development, and good governance,
• excellent communication skills
• the ability to work at pace in a complex context,
• the ability to work in a team in a practical, flexible and cooperative way
• passionate about supporting people to transition

To Apply: Please send your CV along with a brief overview of why you feel you are perfect for this role in no more than 500 words. Please submit your documents using the link.

Please apply early as we reserve the right to bring forward or extend the deadline for applications, so please get your applications in as soon as possible.

Closing Date: 12 Noon Friday 5th March 2021 Possible Interview days: 11th and 12th March

 JOB PURPOSE

The focus of the Senior Service Manager - Restoration is to ensure that sustainable yet robust transitions are being achieved for residents in temporary or emergency accommodations, that they remain financially viable and appropriately resourced at all times. A key aspect of the role is to deliver a high quality and balanced customised service to residents with the ultimate objective of placing them in suitable, good quality long term accommodation, alongside meaningful training and employment opportunities. We are keen to deliver projects that enhance wellbeing, skills development and employability opportunities. Thinking ahead to what resilient communities and the future of work may look like, including innovative thinking around the types of skills and practices that may become even more valuable in a climate-changing and post-pandemic world. As senior service manager responsible for restoration you will manage all activities that take place within the Brick Works and Cross Street warehouse and develop long term strategic plans for these facilities, embedding them into the local community.

KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

To be a member of the Senior Management Team, you will be responsible for managing the delivery and development of high quality restoration services at our numerous sites to people at risk of or experiencing homelessness. Restoration services are designed to prepare individuals for sustainable tenancies by developing independence, expanding communication and providing social opportunities to support general health and wellbeing. You will effectively manage and motivate a staff and volunteer team to deliver high quality services, meeting organisational and regulatory standards, for people attending our training, education and day opportunities provision. As well as managing people, you will be responsible for the health safety and wellbeing of everyone involved in our restoration projects, ensuring that the projects are equipped appropriately and the facilities are robust. To be successful in this role you will have a sound knowledge of person centred planning for individuals with complex needs, people management and budget management. You will need to demonstrate proven experience of supervising and line managing staff in accordance with policy and legislation and all that it entails. You will be a commercially minded person with the ability to encourage ambition, innovation and a culture of entrepreneurialism whilst managing risk. An action-oriented person who enjoys working hard and looks for challenge.

People we work with;

• Create and oversee a robust process of meaningful engagement from people living in Supported Housing and the Hubs
• Oversee a process which ensures individual personalised plans are fulfilled
• Understand the opportunities for people with lived experience and create and maintain a suitable programme which encourages growth within the Charity whilst at the same time understand the additional support needs that may be required.
• Manage the Brick Works and Cross Street facilities.
• Work directly with the other areas of the Charity that promote engagement.
• Oversee the Training and Resource Manager
• Continually seek opportunities to improve the quality and effectiveness of the services delivered and to enhance their experience; monitor the external environment and ensure that new services are developed in line with changing demographics and needs.

Accommodation

• Focus on positive outcomes for people living in our accommodation through work and training engagement
• Understand and embed an Asset based Approach to all areas within the Charity
• Maximise rental income from the Brick’s Accommodation by working in close partnership with other departments in the charity and other agencies
• Oversee the Intensive Housing Management Manager
• Oversee the Facilities and Properties manager

PARTNERSHIP WORKING

The Brick is committed to delivering Wigan Council’s Deal approach and as such we are asking for applicants who adopt the 3 core behaviours being; positive, accountable and courageous. We are looking for innovation and creativity, The Brick is not afraid to do things differently and pilot new initiatives to trial and test new ideas.

Good Practice

Queen’s Hall Action on Poverty are committed to the safeguarding and protection of all young people and adults, In line with our Safeguarding policies. We will carefully select, train and support all those with any responsibility within the Charity, in accordance with our rigorous recruitment and selection policies.

The Brick is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity. This includes not discriminating under the Equality Act 2010 and building an accurate picture of the make-up of our workforce.

We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and support or staff from different backgrounds

The NHS in South West London is working on a long-term plan to transform local health services for both emergency and planned hospital care, primary and community services, cancer and mental health.

To support this vision, a single South West London Clinical Commissioning Group (SWL CCG) has been formed to commission high quality, effective and joined up health care for the population of the 6 South West London boroughs (Croydon, Kingston, Merton, Richmond, Sutton and Wandsworth). The SWL CCG will retain a strong local presence and focus within each of the boroughs whilst working together in key areas across South West London to deliver transformed and sustainable services.

This is a fantastic opportunity join SWL CCG, where you will play a critical role in ensuring both Croydon Place and SWL CCP achieves its financial targets and achieves value for money in its commissioning activities.

Working closely with the Strategic Financial Planning Manager, the purpose of Senior Finance Manager will be to:

• Provide a professional and timely financial reporting service that responds to the needs of budget holders;
• Assist in the development of the Places short- and medium-term financial strategies;
• Work with clinicians and commissioning managers to identify initiatives that enhance quality, innovation, productivity and prevention;
• Assist in the process to set budgets for the CCG (Croydon Place);
• Provide appropriate financial training and support to non-financial managers;

• Deputise for the Strategic Financial Planning Manager as necessary.

In this front-facing role, you will actively work towards developing and maintaining effective working relationships within and out of the Place and SWL CCG. You will be capable of fostering strong links with all stakeholders across SWL, developing key contact points within Primary Care, Medicines Management and SWL CCG Commissioning teams and Corporate Governance. You will be an effective leader, demonstrating SWL CCG values and behaviours, while ensuring the effective and efficient use of resources within your own sphere of responsibility.

In order to be immediately effective in the role, applicants must be able to demonstrate the following:

• CCAB qualified accountant, with significant post qualification experience
• Experience of management reporting in a large organisation
• Production of financial information, reports and analysis for a range of users
• An ability to develop and implement new systems and processes to drive efficiencies
• An ability to analyse, compare and interpret highly complex financial data
• Excellent communication, negotiation and strategic influencing skills
• An ability to negotiate, persuade and influence others, articulating a balanced view
• Confidence to question information and explanations supplied by others in a constructive manner
• Comfortable working under pressure and to meet tight deadlines, working with energy and enthusiasm
• Operating effectively at a senior level within the finance function in the NHS
• Knowledge and understanding of current commissioning regime in the NHS
• Flexibility in their time management and availability
• An analytical approach to problem solving

In return, SWL CCG is offering an outstanding opportunity to learn and develop as a Senior Finance Manager in a demanding yet rewarding environment.

If you feel you meet the above criteria and would like to register your interest for the role, please submit an up-to-date version of your CV. Applicants will be asked to provide a cover letter of no more than 2 pages outlining their suitability to the role.

We are working with an amazing environmental organisation who are looking for a Senior Development Manager, Trusts and Foundations to join their team on a 12-month contract.

You will lead on developing the Trusts and Foundation strategy, managing a portfolio of existing relationships but also exploring new opportunities. This is a key role within an exciting team, and you will have the opportunity to work with some large funders. You will need to be able to manage relationships internally and externally as well as have the ability to communicate complex issues in a compelling way.

With a significant proportion of income generated from grants, there is real scope to grow the portfolio and this role will focus on optimising income and growing donor engagement. You will also have the responsibility of line managing and developing your team of three individuals.

You will need to be able to demonstrate:

• A successful track record of securing funding and managing relationships at a 6-figure level, from charitable trusts and foundations
• Experience of managing and renewing funder relationships, with good negotiation skills
• Experience of working with different teams and building strong relationships internally
• Experience of line management

Closing date: Asap

Salary: up to £45,000 - £49,000

If you would link to have an informal discussion, please call Lucy on 02030 062787 or email [email protected].

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity here.

If enough applications are received the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

Job Title: Senior Service Manager - Accommodation

Salary: £29,545 - £32,545 (dependent on experience) plus Pension and Health Benefits

Status: Full Time, Substantive

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including some weekends and evenings on a shift pattern

Holidays: 24 days plus Bank Holidays per annum Based at: Charity locations across Wigan and Leigh Responsible to: Operations Director

Accountable to: Queen’s Hall Action on Poverty Trustees

SUMMARY

The Brick is a growing charity with big aspirations for people in need within our community. We provide RELIEF, RESTORATION and REFORMATION by offering tailored support, hope, and opportunity to those looking to improve their quality of life. This is an exciting opportunity for an exceptional individual in a new and exciting role. Your role will be to enhance, integrate and develop all aspects of relief, whilst looking towards restoration within Emergency Accommodation delivered by the Charity. You will need to be committed in order to ensure support is provided to people from diverse backgrounds and that they are provided with information which could help self-sustaining and independent living. You will empower your team to achieve positive outcomes whilst undertaking shift work where necessary, including nights.

To be successful, you will need to be

• A person of high integrity, committed and organised
• Have excellent communication skills and the ability to develop excellent relationship with all stakeholders and be able to be solution focused and proactive in partnership working.
• Flexible and able to adapt to new settings and environments and be able to work at a pace in a complex context.
• To have a proven track record of leadership and management to empower teams to reach their potential and therefore the potential of the individual
• To have a proven track record of performance management including contract delivery and KPI’s
• To be able to have good knowledge of safeguarding and risk management
• To be have knowledge of health and safety
• To be able to manage budgets
• To have a knowledge of national and local housing and homeless strategies
• To work within the Brick and Wigan Deal principles

Closing Date: 12 Noon Friday 5th March 2021 Possible Interview days: 11th and 12th March

To Apply: Please send your CV along with a brief overview of why you feel you are perfect for this role in no more than 500 words. 

Please apply early as we reserve the right to bring forward or extend the deadline for applications, so please get your applications in as soon as possible.