Senior Prevention Officer - British Transport Police Recruitment Advert

The Children's Society are excited to be recruiting for a Senior Prevention Officer to work within the British Transport Police as part of the wider Prevention Programme.

This is a permanent position but with a provisional end date for funding of 31/3/2021 (A secondments will be considered).

37 hours per week

£36,908 (with London weighting) per annum

The Prevention Programme

The Children's Society is delivering the second year of the Prevention Programme, a contract from the National Police Chiefs Council to work collaboratively to prevent Child Exploitation, Child Abuse, Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking.

Following the success of this programme we have now secured further funding to expand the programme through a Senior Prevention Officer embedded within The British Transport Police.

The Prevention Programme is an exciting, fast-paced programme which drives forward radical change in the prevention of Child Exploitation nationally. The programme works collaboratively with the police and a wide range of key partners across the country to deliver innovative responses to child exploitation based on police intelligence. We act as an agile resource, adapting to meet regional and national needs to transform practice across society in preventing child exploitation.

This new role provides an opportunity to develop work with The British Transport Police to embed alternative approaches and responses to organised crime to better support and disrupt the exploitation of children and focus resources on prosecuting perpetrators at higher levels, with a particular focus on County Lines activity. It further aims to develop understanding and improve interventions for exploited children across the rail network and with other key external partners.

The programme uses a variety of approaches to delivery including training, resource creation, strategy development, and best practice advice and guidance, in order to achieve strategic change and improve safeguarding responses to exploited children and young people.

We're looking for an experienced and highly skilled individual to join our dynamic Prevention team. With significant subject matter expertise around Modern Slavery, Human Trafficking, Child Criminal Exploitation and Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation, you will play a key role in delivering high quality interventions to challenge culture and practice toward victim identification in an informed, professional and solution focused way, and to improve legislative and subject understanding, professional curiosity and practice across the railway network and stations.

The Senior Prevention Officer

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-Provide tactical support to a range of BTP and police operations.

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-Work in partnership according to structures across the railway network and within BTP and TCS and wider partners - attending partner meetings to support colleagues or provide additional contributions/interventions as required.

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-Support the development of resources, best practice guidance and web content in response to gaps and emergent themes in child exploitation. Do so with support from TCS and BTP management and communications teams.

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-Provide support and guidance where a a young person is identified as at risk/a victim of exploitation, trafficking, modern slavery.

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-Respond to emerging trends identified in the role with BTP, such as those relating to marginal groups - and lead specific piece of works addressing railway network needs.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

In order to be successful in this role, you must have:

-Commitment to and experience of safeguarding children and young people within required safeguarding policy and procedure.

-Skilled communicator who can build positive working relationships, managing difference in opinions and challenging constructively.

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-A good understanding and experience of diversity, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice.

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-Significant subject matter expertise and a sound understanding of the issues facing young people who face risks of exploitation, trafficking and modern slavery.

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-Excellent public speaking and presentation skills including experience of delivering presentations to large groups of professionals.

If you would like to be considered for a secondment for this role please state this within your application.

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

Please note due to the nature of the role the successful candidates will be required to undertake NPPV Level 3 vetting to facilitate working within The British Transport Police, as well as an Enhanced DBS. This will be discussed further at interview.

The closing date for applications is the 3rd of June 2020.

Interviews will be held on the 12th of June 2020. During Covid-19 restriction measures, it is likely that these will take place via Skype. This will be confirmed closer to the date and based on Government guidance at the time.

This role is currently subject to final Contract Approval with The British Transport Police. Further information can be provided upon request.

Family Engagement Worker 

Have you got what it takes to support prisoners and their families?

Our client is a highly respected independent charity, which together with its subsidiary and works across England and Wales to develop and deliver a range of innovative services, providing practical and emotional support to prisoners’ children and families, to prisoners, and to ex-prisoners.

Position: Family Engagement Worker
Location: Wandsworth, SW18 3HU
Job type: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £22,500 per annum
Benefits: Generous holiday entitlement, free information, advice and counselling service, cycle to work scheme and more

Closing date for applications: 7th June 2020
Interview date: TBC

About the role:

As a Family Engagement Worker, you will ensure the delivery and continued development of consistently high quality, cost-effective and responsive services, grounded in their charitable mission, vision and values. Working within their mission, vision and values, and within HM Prison Service rules and regulations, the post holder will be responsible for delivering a front line family support service to families affected by imprisonment. This will combine a casework-based approach with delivery of programmes and courses, and a signposting and advice service for men in custody and their families.

About you:

To be successful in this role you will have demonstrable experience and understanding of working with families in a challenging multi-agency environment, ideally involving prisoners and/or their families.

You will provide support and ensure that children, families and prisoners are treated with respect, dignity and courtesy and ensure their needs are considered and views are heard at all levels.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds including those who have previous convictions (appointment to post is subject to a risk assessment).

Lastly, you will have the ability to advocate for families dealing with imprisonment, promoting their human rights and ensuring their needs are considered, and views are heard at all levels. You will have the ability to develop referral pathways for families, prisoners and other professionals to access the service.

This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period, verification of identity and proven right to work in the UK, satisfactory HMPPS/MoJ Security Prison Vetting, and satisfactory employer references covering a minimum of 3 years and a satisfactory enhanced DBS. Please note that being bankrupt or having County Court Judgements may affect your ability to be successfully vetted to work in a prison.

What their organisation offers:

Our client offers a wide range of employee benefits including free confidential advice and counselling service, cycle to work scheme, Life Assurance, Spec Saver eye care vouchers plus more.

You will undergo a thorough induction process attend training to further develop yourself as a front line services worker and be supported by a friendly and enthusiastic team.

How to Apply:

If you feel that you meet the requirements for this role, please complete an application form by clicking the `apply now` button

You may have experience of the following: Casework, Key Working, Case Management, Rehabilitation, Family Services, Support Work, Criminal Justice System, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Not For Profit, Social Work, Advocacy, Mentor, Mentoring, etc.

Ref: 93117

Bank Support Worker

Are you currently looking for a job that offers flexibility in between personal commitments or during educational study? Are you interested in gaining valuable workplace experience and making a real difference in young people’s lives? Maybe a role as a Bank Support Worker is the next step for you?

Our client are currently looking for kind, caring and friendly people to join their professional team as a Bank Support Worker in our home in Hassey. Experience is not essential and full training will be provided but understanding the issues young people face in their daily life will really help to make a difference.

You will join their Bank Team on a “Zero Hours Contract” supporting their Residential Home in York working flexible shifts that fit around your personal life.

Company Benefits

•  Competitive pay (£9.54 p/h)
•  22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
•  Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
•  Enhanced company pension
•  Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
•  Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)
•  Free on-site parking
•  Paid Enhanced DBS check
•  Employee Assistance Programme / 24-hour Counselling Service
•  Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
•  The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
•  Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
• Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Bank Support Worker

•  Carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
•  Work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
•  Closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
•  Carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
•  Promote independence amongst the young people
•  Provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
•  Carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)

Requirements of a Bank Support Worker

•  Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
•  Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
•  Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
•  IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
•  An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
•  An understanding of safeguarding
•  Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
•  Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria

•  Full UK Driving Licence
•  NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
•  Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Due to the current climate regarding the Covid-19, all of our interviews are now taking place as a Video/Audio Interview over Microsoft Teams.

Training will be carried out at the beginning of each month over 7 days covering First Aid, Safeguarding and Therapeutic Risk Management and breakaway techniques. This is paid for along with travel expenses.

The closing date for this position is Sunday 7th June, so if you are interested in developing and supporting young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please ensure you apply before this date.

We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate.

Care in Mind operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

Do you have at least 3 years' experience in institutional fundraising, working with European government donors?  Do you want to use your experience to help create a more sustainable world by using social and market forces to protect nature and improve the lives of farmers and foresters?

We are looking for a senior associate to write six and seven-figure funding proposals to European bilateral and multilateral donors to support the work of Rainforest Alliance globally.  The senior associate will collaborate closely with our program teams and other units across different Rainforest Alliance locations, to ensure quality writing and editing of proposals, concept papers, and reports for institutional donors in line with tight deadlines.

This is a fast paced, highly competitive environment, and we are looking for candidates who have a high degree of organizational skill, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines. 

The ability to proactively identify new funding sources to ensure a healthy financial pipeline growth is essential, as is confidence in liaising with contacts at government agencies to track opportunitites and trends. 

 Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree required; 
• At least 3 years’ experience in institutional fundraising, with proven track record of securing government grants; 
• Experience of working with European government donors is essential; direct experience with the Dutch government would be a significant plus;
• Must have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with fluency in English; Dutch, Spanish and/or French fluency a significant plus;
• Must be a strong writer that is detail oriented, resourceful, and able translate complex, technical information into persuasive proposals;
• High degree of organizational skill, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines;
• Experience in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, work environment – preferably within a global organization;
• Experience of working within a developing-country context a plus;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as be an effective team member;
• High degree of skill in using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) required;
• Strong knowledge of conservation and/or community development/forestry/agriculture/livelihoods issues strongly preferred;
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM system a plus;
• Ability to travel up to 10% of time

This is an exciting role for an Senior Fundraising Executive - Trust, Statutory and lottery to be part of the fundraising team and be supported by the Deputy Director of Fundraising for a large membership organisation.

The Charity
Are one of the largest membership organisations in the UK who make a real difference to the lives of 7 million people in the UK.

The Role
Responsible for income generation of restricted and unrestricted income through fostering relationships and writing compelling proposals to charitable trusts and foundations, lottery and statutory funders, in line with targets agreed with the Deputy Director of Fundraising.
Develop and cultivate relationships with trusts and foundations Trustees, staff and other influences through regular and appropriate communication and through meetings and invitations to events, when relevant.
Account manage own pipeline portfolio of grants, including compiling producing progress reports in line with funders requirements and their deadlines.
Coordinate with appropriate colleagues in finance to ensure that TSL donations recieved are recorded accordingly on Raisers Edge and on the financial system on the same day.

The Candidate
Experience of fundraising from charitable trusts, working in a small fundraising team, ideally with proven track record in raising income.
Understanding of the statutory and lottery fundraising environment.
A track record of success in preparing in preparing fundraising proposals for a range of programmes, including core and restricted appeals.
Experience in account managing grants from charitable trusts and foundations and ideally from statutory and lottery funders.
Ability to communicate effectively and enthusiastically in writing, face to face and by phone about the charity and its fundable projects to potential funders.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful and your details will not be held further but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

YMCA DOWNSLINK GROUP

Bank Project Workers

Burgess Hill, Crawley, Horsham, Worthing, Guildford, Eastbourne

Varied shifts across all areas - please specify which area(s) on application

Sessional Contract 

£10.05 per hour

We are recruiting Bank Staff to work with a diverse group of young people, in our large Foyers (supported housing) and in our smaller Looked After Children’s Services. We are currently recruiting in:

Burgess Hill 

Crawley

Horsham

Worthing

Guildford

Eastbourne

YMCA DLG provide accommodation which houses young people aged 16 to 25 and provides specialist support to enable thriving lives. Working in a holistic manner, we adopt a psychologically informed approach to support young people to transition into independent living through a range of one to one and group activity.

Our teams take an asset-based approach to actively encourage young people into education, employment and training. As a service, we provide a safe and welcoming environment for young people, with their aspirations and desires always at the forefront of the support we offer. Overall, we seek to encourage and enable young people to become empowered by providing positive opportunities which allow them to learn and achieve the independent skills they need to live positive and fulfilling lives.

As well as managing their accommodation, we provide intensive housing management, signposting to other agencies and provide group work and activities that enable young people to achieve the skills they need to begin managing life independently.

A good understanding of the support needs and aspirations of young people we work with is desirable. 

You will help to keep our properties safe and secure throughout the day and night through different shift patterns (over a 7-day rota) across our services.

Burgess Hill – Looked After Children’s Service : We provide accommodation that is commissioned by West Sussex Council to provide 24-hour support to young people aged 16-18 years old.

Crawley Foyer : 40 bed Project providing supported accommodation for 16 – 25-year old’s the focus of the work is to help develop the young people’s skills and confidence through our More Than a Room support delivery so that they can move on from supported accommodation and live independently.

Horsham Y Centre : The Horsham Y Centre provides housing to 50 young people. The focus of the work is to help develop the young people’s skills and confidence through our More Than a Room support delivery so that they can move on from supported accommodation and live independently.

Worthing Foyer : Supported accommodation for young people aged 16-25. The foyer consists of 27 bedsits, complete with ensuite facilities, separated into 2 to 3-bedroom flats.

The focus of the work is to help develop the young people’s skills and confidence through our More Than a Room support delivery so that they can move on from supported accommodation and live independently.

Guildford : YMCA Guildford Foyer is YMCA Guildford’s supported housing project offering accommodation to 34 young people from Guildford and Surrey. The needs of these young people vary from low to high. However, all young people are treated as individuals and tailored support packages are offered to support them to become fully independent in the future.   We support young people to develop socially and personally in order that they may grow in confidence and learn to live more independently in communities in which they feel they can belong, contribute and thrive.

Eastbourne, Hailsham and Hastings commissioned services : YMCA DLG supported services provide safe accommodation and opportunities for young people who have been made, or are at risk of becoming, homeless. We offer a holistic support package and actively encourage residents into education, training, employment or voluntary work. Whilst living with us residents will gain many essential life skills and social skills, empowering them to move successfully into semi-independent or fully independent accommodation.
Across our Eastbourne, Hailsham and Hastings projects we house 61 young people across five properties. Three of the properties have staff on hand 24 hours a day, with housing concierge available at night. Two properties are dedicated to our move on options for young people, with visiting support and concierge at night.

Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill transitional housing : We provide transitional housing for 165 young people aged 18 to 35, across 29 sites in Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill
Funded by Homes England under the Empty Homes programme, the scheme enables us to lease empty properties from private landlords and refurbish them to a good standard, to provide affordable and safe accommodation for young people in housing need. Aimed at young people who are not quite ready to live completely independently we manage the lettings and deal with any issues that arise.
We manage a range of properties including studio flats, one to three-bedroom flats and four- and five-bedroom houses. We also manage a nine-bedroom property made up of studio flats and rooms with shared communal facilities.

While there are systems in place to support you, a substantial part of the role includes the ability to lone work. Therefore, we will require someone competent and confident when working alone and somebody who is able to understand and work with complex and challenging behaviour appropriately.

This can be challenging yet very rewarding work that helps young people to belong, contribute, and thrive - please have a look at our website.

The position comes with excellent training and development opportunities.

YMCA DownsLink Group welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and promote inclusion, which we demonstrate through our activities, as well as in our policies and working practices. Reinforced by our culture and values, we seek to create an inspiring and inclusive place to work.

YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns.

Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

Closing date for applications: Please note this is a rolling advert and applications are reviewed on a monthly basis. 

Interview date: Interviews arranged on a rolling basis.

Please note that we do not accept CVs.

To apply, please download an Application Pack and an Application Form from YMCA DownsLink Group's website.

Bank Support Worker

Are you currently looking for a job that offers flexibility in between personal commitments or during educational study? Are you interested in gaining valuable workplace experience and making a real difference in young people’s lives? Maybe a role as a Bank Support Worker is the next step for you?

Our client is currently looking for kind, caring and friendly people to join their  professional team as a Bank Support Worker. Experience is not essential and full training will be provided but understanding the issues young people face in their daily life will really help to make a difference.

You will join their Bank Team on a “Zero Hours Contract” supporting their Residential Home in Wirral working flexible shifts that fit around your personal life.

Company Benefits

- Competitive pay (£9.54 p/h)
- 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
- Enhanced company pension
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)
- Free on-site parking
- Paid Enhanced DBS check
- Employee Assistance Programme / 24-hour Counselling Service
- Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
- The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
- Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
- Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Bank Support Worker

- Carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
- Work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
- Closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
- Carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
- Promote independence amongst the young people
- Provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
- Carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)

Requirements of a Bank Support Worker

- Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
- Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
- Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
- IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
- An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
- An understanding of safeguarding
- Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
- Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria

- Full UK Driving Licence
- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
- Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Due to the current climate regarding the Covid-19, all of their interviews are now taking place as a Video/Audio Interview over Microsoft Teams.

Training will be carried out at the beginning of each month over 7 days covering First Aid, Safeguarding and Therapeutic Risk Management and breakaway techniques. This is paid for along with travel expenses.

The closing date for this position is Wednesday 6th May, so if you are interested in developing and supporting young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please ensure you apply before this date.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

You may have experience of the following: Bank Support Worker, Support Worker, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, Social Care, Voluntary Sector, Healthcare Assistant, Care Staff, Care Assistant, Community Development, Care Worker, Vulnerable People, Social Worker, Not for Profit, NFP etc.

Ref: 92854

Do you have a flair for writing that inspires? Are you a team player who is looking for an exciting career opportunity that will make a tangible difference to wildlife? If the answer is yes, read on… 

Essex Wildlife Trust are the county’s leading conservation charity, committed  to protecting wildlife and inspiring a lifelong love of nature; and we would love you to join our friendly and energetic team. 

In this role, you will write robust and compelling applications and bids, build strong relationships and manage reporting and stewardship processes to raise funds through Trusts and Foundations as well as Government and other public grants. Educated to degree level or equivalent with budget handling and successful bid writing experience, you will need a strong attention to detail, an engaging manner and a methodical approach.

Essex Wildlife Trust aims to employ a diverse body of people with different perspectives, values and attitudes. We seek to promote an inclusive environment where differences are shared and valued; unfair treatment or discrimination is challenged; and everyone is able to reach their full potential.

If you have strong relevant experience, you would like to work at a Sunday Times Top 100 Best Company and you feel you would fit in our friendly, committed, passionate and professional organisation then we would love to hear from you. 

Closing date: 21 June 2020 by midnight

Shortlist interviews will take place on 7th and 9th July. These will be undertaken remotely.

To find further information and apply please visit our website.

Grant Officer

Do you want to use your excellent working knowledge of Government grants to help mothers and children living in poverty? Do you feel called to use your project management and finance skills for a purpose and can create excellent working relationships? If yes, we would love to hear from you!

Position: Grant Officer

Location: Office-based in Fleet with some work from home days’ negotiable

Salary: £28,100 pa

Hours: 35 hours per week over flexible working pattern

Duration: Full-Time fixed term contract for 3 years

Benefits: Enhanced pension scheme, 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, non-contributory pension scheme (10% employer contribution), enhanced holiday allowance, Income Protection & Group Life cover.

Closing Date: 10am, 8th June 2020

Interview Date: w/c 15th June 2020

About the Role

The charity is looking for Grant Officer to help with the mission to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name. By delivering on the reporting and compliance of its DfID grant, you will play a pivotal part in the expansion of the work into statutory funding. This is an integral part of the organisations future growth plans.

As Grant Officer, you will utilise your experience of forming significant working relationships with programme implementers overseas, understanding the context, complexities and impact of the work and presenting this to the UK government. Exploring new ways of working globally and utilising these new ways to impact the lives of thousands of mothers and babies living in poverty.

Responsibilities include:

• Actively maintain and promote the charity’s Christian ethos and values.
• Deliver the DfID grant work.
• Ensure opportunities to collaborate are maximised.

About You

To flourish in this role, you’ll need:

• An excellent working knowledge of Government grants.
• Excellent qualifications or skills in monitoring and evaluation.
• Excellent skills in project management.
• Excellent skills in finance.
• An ability to create excellent working relationships.
• An understanding of the work of the third sector and public sector.
• An ability to communicate clearly, concisely and persuasively, verbally and in writing.
• Be knowledgeable of current international development thinking.
• Educated to a degree level. A degree in a relevant study or be able to show relevant work-based experience.
• Core office/administrative skills. You must be fluent in English and competent in written and numerical work, with experience of basic office systems such as Microsoft Office.

We need you to be:

• Personally committed to the Christian faith. There’s an occupational requirement for the holder of this role to be a practising Christian, in order to promote the organisations ethos and help others to experience, explore and express the faith-based motivation of our work.
• Deeply connected to the organisations ministry to children and aligned to the charity’s cultural attributes.
• A ‘people person’ and strategic thinker.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team with good listening and communication skills.
• Able to meet the requirements of the position with or without reasonable adjustment.

This is an office-based with some work from home days’ negotiable, full-time fixed term position for 3 years, 35 hours per week over flexible working pattern. The successful candidate must be available to travel to Westminster for regular meetings.

Please submit your application as soon as possible as our client reserves the right to change the closing date of their vacancies. Late applications may be considered.

Please note that our client can only consider applicants who presently have the right to work in the UK and all candidates must be personally committed to the Christian faith and be able to respect, uphold and work within our client’s Christian mission, values, culture and faith statements. This individual will represent and speak on behalf of a Christian charity and as such the Occupational Requirement for an active Christian faith is justified under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1, clause 3.

Other roles you may have experience of could include Grant Officer, Grants Officer, Grant, Grants, Reporting, Compliance, Compliance Officer, Government Grants, Project Manager, Project Management. 

Bank Support Worker

Are you currently looking for a job that offers flexibility in between personal commitments or during educational study? Are you interested in gaining valuable workplace experience and making a real difference in young people’s lives? Maybe a role as a Bank Support Worker is the next step for you?

Our client is currently looking for kind, caring and friendly people to join their professional team as a Bank Support Worker. Experience is not essential and full training will be provided but understanding the issues young people face in their daily life will really help to make a difference.

You will join their Bank Team on a “Zero Hours Contract” supporting their Residential Home in Preston working flexible shifts that fit around your personal life.

Company Benefits
· Competitive pay (£9.54 p/h)
· 22 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
· Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care)
· Enhanced company pension
· Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
· Paid Induction (Running over 7 days)
· Free on-site parking
· Paid Enhanced DBS check
· Employee Assistance Programme / 24-hour Counselling Service
· Online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits
· The opportunity for internal promotions & progression
· Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral)
· Regular social events and recognition schemes (‘Employee of the year awards’, Summer & Christmas parties)

Your role as a Bank Support Worker
· Carry out direct and indirect care of young people with complex mental health needs
· Work in a team, giving the highest standard of care possible to the young people.
· Closely follow individual care plans and support young people with education, shopping, and social and leisure activities.
· Carry out multiple interventions involving the delivery of care to young people
· Promote independence amongst the young people
· Provide support, advice and information to the young people, parents and other carers
· Carry out further duties as per our attached document (Writing reports, general office admin etc)

Requirements of a Bank Support Worker
· Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including sleep ins/weekends/Bank Holidays
· Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others
· Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately
· IT Literate (Able to write emails and use Microsoft Office)
· An understanding of the issues around confidentiality
· An understanding of safeguarding
· Professional working boundaries between staff and service users
· Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria
· Full UK Driving Licence
· NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
· Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs

Due to the current climate regarding the Covid-19, all of their interviews are now taking place as a Video/Audio Interview over Microsoft Teams.

Training will be carried out at the beginning of each month over 7 days covering First Aid, Safeguarding and Therapeutic Risk Management and breakaway techniques. This is paid for along with travel expenses.

The closing date for this position is Sunday 7th June, so if you are interested in developing and supporting young people and young adults with complex difficulties then please ensure you apply before this date.

They reserve the right to close the advert early, should they appoint a suitable candidate.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

We are looking for an experienced PR Account Director to work for a fantastic healthcare agency client of ours. Ideally someone with a strong background in PR/Media within a healthcare marketing or health charity environment would be great. 

Some of the key resonsibilites will include;

• Working in a busy commercially minded environment on media relations
• Liaising closely with journalists within the healthcare environment 
• Working on delivering communications across a range of channels
• Ideally experience breaking into new accounts from a business development  aspect
• Successfully managing budgets and delivery at an accountable level
• PR and Media releases writing and supporting the wider team in delivering effecgtive campaigns

The ideal candidate will have experience in the following areas;

• Working with an inhouse, healthcare, charity or agency environment
• Has worked at PR Account Manager level or above.
• Is a self starter but can work collabaritvely with wider team members.

Please get in touch if this could interest you. The client is open to both freelance and permanent options.

Senior Estates Officer (Station Site)
Bristol

Creative Youth Network is a charity that enables young people to reach their full potential and lead fulfilling lives, no matter what their background or circumstances. 

We offer a broad range of services, including four youth centres, advice and support, creative courses and alternative education and support. Primarily, we work with young people who are hard to reach and on the margins of society.

We are looking for a dedicated Senior Estates Officer to join our Estates team at The Station – Bristol’s central youth hub. The Station is the place to go in Bristol to receive support, skills training and even just relax with friends. 

Reporting to the Estates Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that our buildings and grounds of our Station site are safe and maintained in accordance with the required standards an optimum efficiency. 

You will be expected to observe safe working practices in carrying out your duties which will include building and maintenance repairs and improvements. You will also be required to liaise with and co-ordinate contractors, technical consultants and manufacturing suppliers, ensuring that Creative Youth Network building systems and equipment are maintained to the required standard. 

You’ll be an organised person who is able to manage their own time effectively whilst providing direction and guidance to the Estates Officers in your team. The post requires frequent evening and weekend work, so it is important that you are flexible for this type of work.

You will have significant experience of working in building and grounds maintenance and liaising with subcontractors. You’ll also have a competent understanding of Health and Safety legislation relevant to buildings and maintenance work. You’ll be a flexible and organised individual with excellent DIY skills. It is crucial that you are an excellent communicator with fantastic team working skills and the drive to follow through tasks to its full completion. A PASMA qualification and/or PAT qualification is desirable, but not essential, as there will be an expectation to undertake further training and continue with your professional development.

In return we can offer 33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays) per year, a generous pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, opportunities for flexible working, paid breaks and fantastic development opportunities.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring that underrepresented communities are represented in our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from the BAME community.

This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

Salary: £24,457 per annum, grade 2.5

Hours: 40 hours per week

Application deadline: 19th June 2020, 09:00

Interviews: TBC

Start date: TBC

To read the job description and submit an application, please select the apply button shown. 

Creative Youth Network is committed to quality, equality and valuing diversity.

Other organisations may call this role Facilities Officer, Facilities Technician, Maintenance Technician, Building Maintenance Technician, Facilities & Maintenance Technician, or Site Facilities Officer. 

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35 hours per week | Based in Ipswich, Central Office

We have an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Individual individual Giving giving Manager professional to join Ormiston Families. Reporting to the director of income generation and marketing, the individual giving manager will play an important role in the development and management of individual giving campaigns. This is an exciting new role within the income generation team which raises income through donations and fundraising from individuals, trusts, corporate partners, events, a third-party weekly lottery, runs and challenges as well as from statutory sources.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the wider income generation team to ensure our supporter journeys are maximising lifetime value and that new supporters are stewarded towards further engagement.  The role will entail both direct and digital marketing campaigns to support the organisation’s ambitious growth.

The successful candidate will be educated to a degree level and have knowledge of the principles and practices of fundraising. They will have a strong record of developing and delivering individual strategies within the charitable sector.

For more information or to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date:  9am, Friday 5th June 2020

Interview date:  w/c Monday 15th June 2020

Ormiston Families is committed to safeguarding. We are an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

Registered Manager | 12-bed Nursing Home | Harrow | £30-35k + bonus | Family-feel home with great retention

Your new company
This is a 12-bed Nursing Home based in Harrow which prides themselves on providing quality care in a safe and homely environment. This is run as a family business, with great staff retention rates and job satisfaction. The home is currently fully-occupied and has support from the owners. They are looking for a Registered Manager to take over the running of the home, relieving the owner of some responsibilities and continuing the great standard of care they have developed.

Your new role
The purpose of this role is the manage the day-to-day delivery of the service at the Nursing Home in order to ensure compliance. You will have supervisory responsibilities for registered nurses and care/support assistants and will be expected to provide leadership and promote a caring environment for the service users. You will need to maintain the relationships with all professionals and commissioners of the service and ensure policies and procedures are adhered to. You will also be in charge of looking at financial viability of the home.

The principle responsibilities of this position include:

• Day to day Running - act as person in-charge, tours for new service users, assess trial visits, assess personal care needs,undertake service user dependency review assessments, admissions, investigate complaints, liaise with the CQC...
• Care of Service Users - setting high standards, ensure all aspects of care needs are met, support service users in making their own decisions, developing care plans, promoting social activities, safeguarding, maintaining accurate records, menus, ensuring health & safety and more...
• Staff Matters - recruitment, appointment and deployment of nursing, care, catering, domestic and ancillary staff, effective inductions, motivation, good communication, rota-planning, maintaining staffing levels, in-house training, managing performance and more...
• Premises - advise on any maintenance issues, ensure fire regulations are adhered to, conduct "walk-arounds" to assess premises
• Finance - budgets, day-to-day expenditure, hours worked for payroll, handling service users money where it is not possible themselves
• Marketing & PR - enhance reputation of the home, positive public image, good relationships with charities, local community groups, general public, represent the home at local meetings if necessary, engage in marketing activities

This role is 9-5pm Monday to Friday, but some evening and weekend work may be required. There is also an element of on-call for this role if agency nursing cover can not be provided.

What you'll need to succeed
In order to be considered you will need to have a NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent) and have experience in a senior management capacity. You will also need to have qualified as a Registered Nurse at some point in your career. My client is especially looking for someone with a clear communication style, attention to detail, a proactive manner and someone who is innovative and will be able to develop their own ideas and strategy.

What you'll get in return
In return you will be receiving a salary of £30-35k as well as an additional bonus for personal performance. You will get a warm and welcoming environment to work in, where staff retention and job satisfaction is high and there is excellent support from the owners. Other benefits such as annual leave, pension etc can also be discussed at interview.

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