Temporary General Manager Jobs
Established in 1983, BRISTOL MISSING LINK (incorporating Next Link and Safe Link) is a leading provider of women’s support services in Bristol.
We have rewarding opportunities available for Female Mental Health Crisis Workers to join our Crisis Teams based in Bristol. You will join us on a full time maternity or permanent contract working on a rota system and in return, you will receive a competitive salary between £26,132 – £26,861 and benefits.
We have the following positions available:
1. Crisis Worker – 37.5 hours (North Team: based at the Southmead Hospital)
2. Crisis Worker – 37.5 (South Team: based at Petherton Resource Centre)
In return for joining us, we will offer you:
§ Up to 30 days annual leave (depending on length of service)
§ 3 extra holidays including International Women’s Day
§ Excellent development and training opportunities
§ Employer pension contribution (minimum 5% of your gross salary)
§ Mindful Employer Plus Scheme
§ Cycle to Work Scheme
§ Long Service Awards
§ Wellness Awards
*** Please look at our Employee Benefits Leaflet ***
About the role:
As our Mental Health Crisis Worker, you will be part of the Crisis Service working with and supporting men and women. This involves working with and alongside organisations within the Bristol Mental Health Partnership. This is a hub and spoke service with a 24 hour hub (providing a full crisis service across the city). You will therefore be required to work on a rota system including regular evenings and weekend working and must be able to drive and have access to an appropriate vehicle. You will be based at Southmead Hospital where the North Crisis Team is located.
The role is focused on providing a range of interventions to assist with daily health, social care and wellbeing needs to reduce the crisis, build resilience and improve wellbeing. You will be employed by Missing Link and seconded into our Bristol Mental Health Partnership and will therefore be operationally managed by AWP.
Key duties and responsibilities of our Mental Health Crisis Worker:
§ Build trusting and collaborative relationship with the service user
§ Work closely with carers, families and children and other services directly involved with service users, carers if appropriate
§ Carry out role adhering to Mental Health Bristol Partnership’s policies, procedures, values, code of conduct and current legislation using a Recovery orientated, psychologically informed, equalities based approach
§ Co-produce, update, implement and review a crisis plan, relapse prevention and other self-management tools
§ Implement the recovery plan and inform any review, working jointly with the Assessment and Recovery Team Recovery Navigator/Care Co-ordinator, in partnership with service users in line with best practice.
§ Coordinate support, refer and liaise effectively with all professionals, agencies and other parties involved in service user’s support in order to deliver the crisis support package
§ Enable delivery of the crisis and recovery plans and to enable service users to make informed decisions about their mental wellbeing, maximising their independence and providing advocacy role where appropriate
§ Provide specialist support to women using the service and advice and guidance to other team members regarding women’s mental health issues
§ Promote and facilitate service user involvement and inclusion within Mental Health Bristol and the community in line with Mental Health Bristol Partnership objectives
§ Manage caseload, documentation and time effectively, ensuring up to date, clear and accurate record keeping in line with MHB policies, making best use of supervision, training and staff development
§ Collaborate with other team members to maximise service performance, meet targets and Service Level Agreements and promote effective communication and teamwork
§ Maintain hope and optimism for the individual with high expectations for recovery. Use lived experience (if appropriate) to positively support the individual’s recovery
This is not an exhaustive list of your duties and outlines the general ways in which it is expected you will meet the overall requirements of this post.
What we are looking for in our ideal Mental Health Crisis Worker:
§ Experience working with people with mental health needs, or people with complex and multiple needs (for example, homelessness, alcohol/drug dependency, long term conditions, domestic abuse and sexual violence)
§ Experience of support planning and managing risk assessments
§ The ability to maintain hope and optimism for the individual with high expectations for recovery
§ Manage caseload, documentation and time effectively, ensuring up to date and clear record keeping in line with policies and procedures
§ A current, full driving licence and access to an appropriate vehicle is essential
How to apply
Please download the application pack from our website and complete the application form. Please submit your application by 9am on 29th May 2024. Please do not send CVs. Interviews will be held week commencing 03 June 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Events coordinator
· Time commitment: 80% to 100%
· Contract type: 6 months Fixed term contract (mid June – mid December)
· Location: UK based (remote) or other locations considered for the right candidate if hosted by a CHS Alliance member
· Reports to: Director of Communications and Network Engagement
· Direct Reports: N/A
· Grade: A
· Salary: Between 30’218 GBP and 34’535 GBP (commensurate with qualifications and experience)
Job Purpose: To support the CHS Alliance secretariat to ensure it delivers professional external events that meet the needs of our key audiences and advance our strategic goals, on time and within budget. Primary focus of this role will be the coordination and logistical management of the General Assembly in December 2024.
Background: The Events Coordinator role sits within the Network Engagement and Communications department and works closely with staff across the CHS Alliance, including those working on CHS outreach, HR/Governance and the Executive Director, on events organisation and delivery.
Main Responsibilities:
Event coordination
1. Coordinate the team and workplan to support smooth and timely delivery of key CHS Alliance events, with particular focus on the General Assembly (GA) taking place in Bangkok 5-6 December 2024.
2. Prepare and attend event working group meetings (e.g. set agenda, organise doodle polls, book conference rooms, take notes, etc.)
3. Overseeing and updating the event workplan (e.g. gannt chart), flagging upcoming milestones and deadlines to event lead
Event logistics
4. Assist in identifying service providers by providing quotes and completing any other tasks requested by the line manager or event lead.
5. Procure supplies for event and ensure all material needed on site is prepared and up to date.
6. Follow up with the venues; liaise with the venue prior to, during and after the events.
7. Assist with all logistical aspects linked to catering, refreshments, room equipment (incl. audio visual), stationery, signs and identification (badges, etc.), and trip booking (hotels, flights, visa) where required, etc.
Communications & IT
8. Set up events on relevant platform (e.g. Zoom, CHS Alliance website)
9. Prepare and update registrations and participants’ lists
10. Draft and send communication materials to participants, using software like Mailmerge or Mailchimp
11. Assist with speaker outreach and briefings as appropriate.
12. Manage the Alliance’s Zoom account as an administrator
Reporting and monitoring
13. Monitor and report on project progress and related expenses according to the CHS Alliance financial policy and procedures.
14. Manage and maintain an external events calendar for the CHS Alliance, to assist staff with horizon scanning and scheduling.
15. Carry out any other relevant activities as required.
Key Contacts:
Internal: Director of Network Engagement & Communications; Network Engagement Manager; Membership Officer; Communications Manager; Senior Advisor on CHS and Outreach; HR Manager, Executive Director.
External: CHS Alliance members; suppliers (e.g. material design or print, hotels, caterers)
Person Specification
Competencies
· Delivering Results: Dynamic and able to bring opportunities together to deliver results.
· Inclusive: Demonstrating understanding of gender, diversity and inclusion.
· Creative thinking: Curious about alternative or unconventional ideas/solutions.
· Communicating: Ability to respectfully listen to and respond to queries, adapting to culture and context of interlocutor, both orally and in writing.
· Cultural Sensitivity: Adaptable and sensitive to work in different cultural contexts.
· Time Management: Proven ability to prioritise and plan effectively, working in a structured manner and to deadlines.
· Living CHS Alliance values: committing to work as a team, act with integrity, aim for excellence, respect, and care for each other and think creatively.
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree or equivalent
Experience:
Three years proven experience in coordinating or managing virtual and in person events, including some international experience
UN and/or humanitarian sector experience
Knowledge:
Proficient at using online meeting platforms (e.g. Zoom) and related online tools (Slido, Mentimeter, Survey Monkey)
Broad understanding of humanitarian and development work
Skills:
Microsoft suite
Resourceful
Proactive problem-solver
Ability to work autonomously and in teams
Project management
“Customer service” oriented
Excellent time management skills
Adaptable
Reliable
Strong communication skills
Experience using Adobe Creative Cloud, basic design skills
Gannt chart or other project management software
Language:
Fluent in English (spoken and written)
French is desirable; other languages (Spanish or Arabic in particular) an asset
Behaviour
· Proven integrity - upholding and promoting the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct and abiding by the CHS Alliance Code of Conduct. This includes refraining from acts of misconduct, respecting the CHS Alliance’s standards and the dignity of those whom the Alliance pledges to assist and with whom they have contact.
· Commit to the CHS Alliance values, vision and mission
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
The CHS Alliance has a zero-tolerance policy towards the abuse of power, exploitation, bullying, harassment and discrimination and towards fraud and corruption.
As representatives of the CHS Alliance, staff behaviour must be seen to be of the highest standard and in keeping with the CHS Alliance vision, mission and aims. Therefore, all offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. As part of these checks, the CHS Alliance is participating in the Inter-Agency Scheme for the Disclosure of Safeguarding-related Misconduct in Recruitment Process within the Humanitarian and Development Sector. The participation in this Scheme requires the CHS Alliance to seek information about candidate’s misconduct (including sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment) with any previous employers for at least the past five years.
How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications by email
Applications shall include a CV and a motivation letter.
Please mention your name and the vacancy reference in the subject line.
Reference : EC.202404
Deadline for applications: 22 May 2024 - Applications will be examined on an ongoing basis
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for an experienced individual to co-ordinate day to day delivery of the Best Years Project to include supervision of liaison officer, administration officer and recruitment and supervision of all volunteers who will provide emotional and practical support to individuals over the age of 65 with long term health conditions. The successful applicant will have experience of managing and recruiting volunteers, an understanding of the structure of local health services and the local voluntary sector and a minimum of 3 years’ experience of managing a similar service or project.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Region: National Memorial Arboretum
Directorate: Remembrance
Contract: Casual, 0 Hours
Salary: £11.83
About The National Memorial Arboretum
The Arboretum is the UK’s year-round centre of Remembrance and part of The Royal British Legion. Home to over 350 memorials, including the nationally-important Armed Forces Memorial, it remembers the service and sacrifice of those who have served and continue to serve our country. The 150-acre site features around 30,000 maturing trees and an abundance of wildlife. Each year the Arboretum welcomes around 300,000 visitors, many of whom attend one of the 200+ events which take place across the site.
In March 2017, the National Memorial Arboretum formally opened its new award-winning Remembrance Centre.
Our Values and Behaviours
Does the following describe you?
- A desire to provide great customer service
- Enjoy and thrive in working in teams and with others
- Passionate about supporting the ongoing development of the Arboretum
- Come to work each day to be the best you can and to learn and develop
- An encourager, eager to share your knowledge and experience to help others
If so then we would like you hear from you ….
The Role
To work as part of the retail team, in supporting merchandising, processing deliveries, serving customers, and maintaining high levels of presentation and customer service.
The Arboretum Shop welcomes many thousands of visitors throughout the year, from schools, families, armed services, veterans, and the public. We carry a varied range of merchandise that links back to our site.
This is a casual role designed to support the retail team through peek trading periods, holiday support, key event days, and evening events such as Illuminated Arboretum, to name but a few.
Please note that this role is based on site at the National Memorial Arboretum, which is located at Croxall Road, Alrewas, DE13 7AR
As an inclusive employer, we welcome conversations on flexible working and any reasonable adjustments that may be required.
Diversity Statement
We believe that the compassion, understanding and service we show each, and every individual customer should be reflected in the way we all support, respect and include every individual who works with us.
It’s because of this that we have strived hard to create a One Legion culture that we can all feel part of and succeed in. It’s why we make sure that you have the opportunities you need to learn and develop. It’s why we’re invested in making RBL a truly inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves. It’s why you’re welcome, whoever you might be.
It’s why we welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
How to Apply
Please click ‘Apply Online’
Closing date for this role is: 22/05/2024
We're Hiring! Green Space for Health Programme Director (Maternity Cover)
This is an exciting senior role for an environmentally committed leader to cover maternity leave. We are looking for someone who can take strategic oversight of our Green Space for Health programme and provide effective management of the project and its staff.
- Home-based with monthly travel to Oxford (expenses covered)
- Full time (37.5 hours per week)
- Salary: £42,230 per annum (plus contributory pension)
- Fixed term for 8 months (with potential to extend to 12 months subject to funding)
- Apply by midnight 19th May 2024, interviews will take place w/c 3rd June
About the role
This is an exciting senior role for an environmentally committed leader to cover maternity leave. We are looking for someone who can take strategic oversight of our Green Space for Health programme and provide effective management of the project and its staff.
Our Green Space for Health programme helps to realise the value of green space for physical and mental health, both at healthcare sites and in the wider community. Our flagship project, the NHS Forest, promotes tree planting and woodland creation at NHS sites, supporting and encouraging sites to plant and maintain trees through offering free trees and advice. We support NHS sites to develop their greenspace for the benefits of patients, health staff and communities, while improving biodiversity and combatting climate change. We do this by encouraging green space enhancements such as meadow areas, vegetable growing, orchards and therapeutic gardens, as well as supporting the delivery of nature-based interventions for health.
The Green Space for Health Director will oversee the development of the NHS Forest and other Green Space for Health projects, delivering the programme strategy. This will include managing the Green Space for Health team, overseeing the delivery of our funded projects including budget management, coordinating reports to funders and trustees, and taking a strategic lead on the development and funding of the Green Space for Health programme in consultation with other stakeholders. See the full roles and responsibilities below.
The Green Space for Health Director will deliver our programme strategy through fulfilling the following responsibilities:
- Provide line management for the Green Space for Health Team’s 5 staff members. This will include one-to-one meetings, appraisals and regular team meetings.
- Oversee the delivery of the Green Space for Health funded projects, including NHS Forest tree planting projects and our Nature Recovery Ranger programme.
- Raise income for, monitor and oversee the programme budget in consultation with CSH’s fundraising and finance team.
- Coordinate reporting on the programme, including liaising with funders and producing reports for funders and for CSH’s board of trustees.
- Oversee the development and delivery of Green Space for Health training course, working with Green Space for Health staff and with administrative and strategic support from CSH’s education team.
- Work with the team to coordinate the NHS Forest Advisory Group.
- Build partnerships that will further the development of the programme and contribute to fundraising in line with the programme objectives.
- Act as a spokesperson for the programme, including making presentations, responding to media requests and participating in relevant national policy fora, including for the purposes of wider policy development.
- Be an active member of CSH’s senior management team, helping to develop CSH as an organisation, including strategy, employment and oversight.
For more information, please see the full job description and person specification attached or visit our website.
Closing date: 19th May 2024
Interviews: w/c 3rd June 2024
We are seeking an experienced community engagement professional with a demonstrable track record of team leadership, inspiring education and engagement outcomes and successful grant fundraising.
The Head of Engagement will provide maternity cover for approximately 13 months and work as part of the Senior Leadership Team at SERT to drive how we influence, engage and empower people and communities to value and protect rivers in the South East.
You will bring passion for our cause and demonstrable experience in delivering inspiring outcomes from education and engagement projects and programmes. You will drive the further development of our Engagement Strategy with innovation and creativity, securing external funding to deliver against the Trust’s strategy and ambition.
Interviews to be held week commencing 3rd June 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our fundraising team is made up of passionate people dedicated to making BCUK’s mission a reality, so we can prevent even more people from getting Breast Cancer. Fundraising income has grown significantly over the last few years thanks to a talented staff team, and we have an ambitious strategy to grow this income even further.
Working with agencies, including a digital mobilisation agency, The Senior Individual Giving Officer will be responsible for leading growing our individual donor and supporter base and delivering an excellent supporter experience.
You’ll need to be a digital native with experience in building digital-focused approached to supporter acquisition and development.
This is an exciting time for a talented and ambitious fundraiser to build on this growth as BCUK invests significantly in fundraising and particularly in individual giving and legacy fundraising.
We are a national breast cancer charity focussed entirely on breast cancer prevention:
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We fund scientific research into environmental and chemical links to breast cancer
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We educate and raise awareness about the lifestyle and environmental risk factors of breast cancer, empowering people to reduce their risk of developing the disease
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We campaign for policies that protect people’s health and promote the prevention of breast cancer.
We are scaling up our work and our impact so we are building our team with talented, motivated, and ambitious individuals who want to contribute to helping us become the leading voice in breast cancer prevention.
If your goal is to develop your career in fundraising in a rewarding role with plenty of opportunities to make a difference to the lives of many people, then we want to meet you.
About you:
You will be a highly motivated individual with experience of working in a growing charity ideally you’ll bring the following skills -
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Knowledge and experience of leading digital acquisition programs
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Knowledge and experience of email marketing
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Experience of working towards funding and donor engagement targets and tracking progress
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Experience in developing, coordinating and implementing regular giving plans, in-memory giving, and stewardship plans for individual givers and major donors.
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Experience of monitoring and operating within agreed budgets.
What we can offer:
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To be part of a fantastic supportive team.
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Work for an organisation that values a positive and inclusive culture.
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Fully remote working.
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Competitive salary £30,560 - £33,583 PA (depending on experience)
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29.5 Days Annual Leave Plus Bank Holidays.
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Option for full time colleagues to compress hours and work a 9 day fortnight.
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Healthcare cover and employee assistance programme.
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Enhanced Sickness, Maternity and Paternity pay.
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Great supportive culture with generous professional training and development programmes.
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For full details see our benefits guide (Downloadable from our website)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About us
Room to Heal is a human rights charity and therapeutic community based in London. We support people who have survived torture and organised violence to rebuild their lives in exile, through an integrated programme of therapeutic and casework assistance. We offer a range of activities including: therapeutic support groups, gardening, individual therapy and casework, cooking and social gatherings, and therapeutic retreats.
At the heart of our work lies the cultivation of community, through which our members can restore meaningful relationships, overcome the legacy of their traumatic experiences and integrate into the UK. Our community is currently made up of over 100 members from over 30 countries: including former political prisoners; people who have been persecuted on account of their sexuality or religious belief; and those who have escaped trafficking.
Room to Heal is staffed by a team of committed individuals, who work hard but also recognise that a friendly, nurturing environment is crucial for all of our well-being. By joining Room to Heal you would also become a part of a small, close-knit, multi-cultural and inspiring community and be able to see first-hand the positive changes that your work enables in the lives of torture survivors.
About the role
Provide casework support to members of our community who need help with accessing housing, education, training and employment, benefits or asylum support, destitution and financial support, and support with accessing good immigration and asylum legal support. You will work closely with two other caseworkers, and a team of therapists. This role also includes supporting community activities during the week.
Hours: 3.5 days per week; Fridays essential
Contract: Fixed term until March 2027
Start-date: Immediate
Deadline: 15th June 2024
Interviews: w/c 24th June 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Hours: 35 hrs per week
Contract: FTC until March 2025
Benefits:
- 27 days annual leave + statutory holidays + 3 closures days over the Christmas period;
- Flexible working for all staff including working from home / hybrid working, and flexi-time/TOIL scheme;
- Attractive family friendly policies;
- Private healthcare cover;
- Season ticket loans;
- Employee awards, and training and development opportunities.
For more information about our benefits please visit our website.
Location: London (Holborn) - flexible working arrangement can be agreed with the line manager.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Customer Service (Events) team at the National Housing Federation. The Federation run a range of commercial and free to member conferences and webinars, with numbers ranging from 50-1300 registrations in virtual, hybrid and in-person formats. Our events provide housing leaders with the guidance, information and inspiration they need to deliver great services for their residents and communities.
The Customer Service Executive (Events) will provide a key level of support and assistance to the Events team through administration, registration and managing live databases and systems for the range of events and conferences – both income and non-income generating, throughout the year.
The NHF is the voice of housing associations in England. We are the trade body to almost 600 housing associations, who have grown from philanthropic roots to provide 2.6 million homes to around 6 million people. You can find further information about the NHF here: https://www.housing.org.uk/about-us/
Interested in joining an award winning events team?
Please scroll down to the bottom of the page to download the full job profile and person specification for this role.
Key elements of the role:
- Provide a central point of contact for events and excellent customer service, dealing with incoming calls, email enquiries and requests for information or queries from colleagues and members.
- Collate, update and maintain accurate delegate and wider member data in the Federations CRM system.
- Coordinate logistical event support across all events, printing and distributing event collateral, packing and couriering equipment and managing delivery services.
- Manage virtual and in-person conference registration and helpdesks. Setting up and distributing badges, resolving platform and tech issues and dealing with general enquiries.
The successful candidate:
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- Clear in both written and verbal communication.
- Excellent phone and public facing manner.
- Some experience of working with Microsoft office and/or CRM databases.
- A basic understanding of virtual, hybrid and in-person events.
- Excellent Customer service and communication skills.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
The NHF has published its equality, diversity and inclusion strategy, which was co-created with staff – https://www.housing.org.uk/about-us/transparency/who-we-are/. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we value the contribution each individual makes to our work.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and are working to increase the diversity profile of our workforce. We are currently under-represented by ethnic minorities, people with a disability or disabilities and LGBT+, and would particularly welcome applications from people in these groups.
Disability confident committed employer
We are a disability confident committed employer and if you are a disabled person who demonstrates you meet the skills and experience we consider essential for the role, we will offer you an interview.
We are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process if you have a disability or have a condition that you feel may affect your performance during the recruitment process. Please email Stephanie Green, People Manager at [email protected] with your request or to arrange a time to discuss in more detail.
Our role profile and job advert can also be requested in large print or in accessible format via this email address.
Uploading your CV and cover letter
If you decide to apply for this role, when requested, please upload a version of your CV that does not include any personal details, such as name, gender, age etc. You should also ensure that you do not add your name at the end of the cover letter. This will help us to shortlist candidates for interview based solely on their knowledge, skills and experience.
Right to work in the UK / UK VISA Sponsorship
You must have the right to work in the UK and it is important to note that the NHF does not sponsor individuals to work in the UK.
Closing date for applications: Monday, 27th May 2024
Interview date: 3 and 4 June 2024
Prospectus is delighted to be working with a prestigious postgraduate university for the arts as they look to appoint a temporary Disability Adviser, to join their student experience team. The team help to support the progression and retention of students facing challenges throughout their time at the College and is committed to enhancing the complete student experience. This role is full time, initially for 4 weeks, with the potential of extension to 8 weeks.
As a Disability Adviser, you will establish, deliver and monitor high quality, expert advice and support for postgraduate taught and research students with disabilities, including mental health and general health conditions. Your work will be centred on assessing the needs of their incoming student cohort, proactively liaising with colleagues across the College to anticipate reasonable adjustments and implement support opportunities, supporting funding applications via 1:1 and group appointments, and updating web pages and social media information.
To be considered for this role you will, have knowledge and understanding of student disability issues including an up-to-date understanding of the Equality Act and other relevant legislation and frameworks, specifically, the College's responsibilities within these areas. You will also have the ability to communicate effectively with wide range of people, including in challenging situations, for example, working with people with complex and sensitive conditions, as well as strong networking skills to work sensitively with individuals and teams to ensure the best possible support for student. Experience working in a Higher Education setting is desirable, however not essential.
Please note, this is a full-time role, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday. The role is offered on a hybrid basis, minimum 3 days per week at their Kensington Campus, with the option of working from home, the remaining 2 days.
Please apply with your CV only in the first instance (in Microsoft Word format). Cover letters are not required at this stage. We are reviewing CVs on an ongoing basis, so it is highly recommended to submit your application as soon as possible. Following your application, you may be contacted by Prospectus for an informal discussion and may be asked to provide further information to assist with the recruitment process.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice Prospectus is committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Prospectus invests in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you
Six Months Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Flexible work location within Greater Manchester
As Strategic Lead (Cancer & Inequalities) you’ll continue our work with GM Cancer to achieve a permanent reduction in inequalities and inequity within Greater Manchester, addressing the social, environmental, and economic determinants of health and wellbeing, with the aim of ensuring active VCSE participation.
This role will suit someone with a passion for improving the health and wellbeing of people, for tackling health inequalities, and who enjoys working in fastmoving and complex systems. To be successful you’ll need experience of supporting a strategic partnership; developing proposals and funding models; and influencing at a senior level.
Application is by CV and supporting statement.
Closing date for applications: 9:00am on Wednesday 5 June 2024.
Planned interview date: Thursday 13 June 2024, in either Salford or central Manchester.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Equation, a Nottinghamshire based, award winning and innovative charity dedicated to preventing and responding to domestic and sexual violence and abuse.
We are looking for a part time Intervention Worker to join our Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme Service – the Your Choice Project (voluntary perpetrator programme).
Our Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme Service aligns with the Respect Standards – a framework for safe, effective, and survivor-focused work with perpetrators of domestic abuse in the UK. Due to specific requirements of the role (in line with Respect Standard B6) we are looking to recruit a male candidate to this post.
The Intervention Worker will be responsible for delivering sessions (group and one to one as may be required) with people who recognise that they are or have been using power and control to abuse their partner, ex-partner or family member and who want to address this behaviour. The Intervention Worker will undertake such sessions in a way that prioritises the safety of those at risk from domestic violence and abuse.
We are looking for someone who has experience of providing group work and/or one to one counselling and an understanding of:
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Domestic violence and abuse and its effects on survivors
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Why some people use abusive behaviours in relationships
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The range of models used in addressing abusive behaviour
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Safeguarding procedures in relation to children and vulnerable adults.
To find out what a day working within the Your Choice Project could be like, click on this link A day in the life of a Your Choice Project Interventions Worker | Equation
We are an equal opportunities employer. We strive to ensure our services are representative of the communities we work with, particularly in terms of the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010 or in terms of personal/professional experience of domestic violence and abuse.
Appointment will be based on merit and subject two satisfactory references and a DBS check.
Role Details
Working hours: 18.5 hours per week
Working days: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
Working terms: Fixed term contract until 30/09/2025 with possible extension funding dependant
Salary: £26,671 per year pro rata
Applications deadline: 9am on Wednesday 29th May 2024
Interviews: Thursday 28th March 2024 (subject to change)
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
With over 60 years' experience of recruiting across the 'beyond profit' space, Prospectus is proud to have supported a vast number of charities across various sectors, including; Homelessness & Housing, Domestic Violence, Youth, Learning Disabilities / Disabilities, Mental Health, Sexual Health, Criminal Justice and Children & Families. As a result, we anticipate an uplift in the amount of exciting delivery-focussed temporary opportunities we will have available to offer candidates.
We have worked alongside a range of impactful organisations in London and across the UK, supporting them with a variety of delivery-focussed positions, including:
Recovery Practitioners, Support Workers and Floating Support Workers, Women's Advocates, Administrators, Community Outreach Workers, Mental Health and Wellbeing Practitioners and many more.
We are currently looking to increase our pool of temporary candidates who are interested in registering for future delivery-focussed opportunities. Candidates will have had previous paid or voluntary experience in a similar role supporting vulnerable people, or will have a genuine interest in this field.
Please note that due to the current climate for temporary work across the Frontline sector, we are initially looking to engage with potential candidates and carry out registrations online with those that demonstrate suitable experience.
Given the unprecedented volume of interest in our roles, consultants are unable to support with general job search advice or specific enquiries before application. Instead please do either register your CV on our website or submit your CV for any roles that interest you to ensure that your application is reviewed in line with the position. Should you be successfully longlisted or we are able to assist in your job search we will be in contact to discuss next steps.
Please register your interest below and submit your CV by clicking 'apply now' below. You must be available immediately or have no more than a 1 week notice period to be considered as the majority of our temporary positions are starting asap.
Prospectus has been appointed as an approved supplier for the London and Southern Universities Purchasing Consortium (LUPC/SUPC), which includes over 100 organisations in just London alone. As a result of this, we anticipate an uplift in the amount of exciting temporary opportunities we will have available to offer candidates in the higher education space.
We recruit for varied permanent and temporary opportunities in the higher education space and with over 60 years of recruitment experience in the higher education and non-profit sector, we've been the go-to partner for many renowned universities in London.
We are currently looking to increase our pool of higher education academic candidates who are interested in registering for future opportunities. Candidates will have had previous experience in academic roles within Higher Education (e.g. Lecturer, Teaching Fellow, Researcher etc.)
Please note that due to the current climate for temporary and permanent work across the HE sector, we are initially looking to engage with potential candidates and carry out registrations online with those that demonstrate suitable experience.
Given the unprecedented volume of interest in our roles, consultants are unable to support with general job search advice or specific enquiries before application. Instead, please do either register your CV on our website or submit your CV for any roles that interest you to ensure that your application is reviewed in line with the position. Should you be successfully longlisted, or we are able to assist in your job search we will be in contact to discuss next steps.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.
Our client, a leading London University are currently looking to recruit a temporary Appeals, Complaints and Conduct Officer on a full-time basis (35 hours per week). Looking to start as soon as possible and running for 1 month in the first instance, the post will be hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days per week on site and the remainder remote.
Key responsibilities for this post will include:
- Providing clear, tactful, and professional communication for staff and students involved in the appeals processes.
- Supporting in investigation and bringing cases to resolution in line with the university’s regulations and processes.
- Proactively contributing to the student experience and monitoring data and reporting trends in student casework.
- Providing advice, guidance, and training to stakeholders, promoting best practice when handling appeals, complaints, and conduct matters.
- Preparing investigatory reports, assessing detailed information and evidence.
- Engaging with various stakeholders on continual improvement to procedures and policies.
To be considered for this post, you will have:
- Experience in a similar role, from within a Higher Education setting.
- Experience in leading complex investigations, conducting interviews, analysing information, and preparing reports, transferable experience will be considered from other areas of higher education.
- Confident IT proficiency, including using Excel and mail-merging.
- Experience managing a varied caseload and independently prioritising tasks.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding, GDPR and data protection standards.
- Ability to manage challenging situations with sensitivity and tact.
- Previous experience in line managing, or mentoring and training new team members, if you have not directly line managed previously.
The post is looking to start as soon as possible, so you will need to be available immediately or at short notice to be considered.
If you are interested in finding out more information about this new opportunity, please register your interest and submit your CV by clicking 'apply now' below.
As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.