akt is a national charity which is expanding rapidly. As part of our development we have recognised a need to strengthen our infrastructure to ensure we have suitable support functions in place to provide the staff team and organisation with the right level of guidance and advice to succeed. Whilst we have an external HR advice service, we are now at a size where we need to compliment this with inhouse support. We are therefore looking for a HR Manager who can bring their skills and experience to ensure akt continues to be recognised as an excellent place to work and develop your career.
Key Tasks
Lead akt’s HR function, comprising:
- facilitating and attending HR meetings such as absence management, long term sick reviews, facilitated meetings/discussions as directed by the senior team;
- providing support and guidance to the senior team with regard complex investigations, disciplinaries, grievance and appeal meetings;
- acting as the lead on organisational change such as redundancy, TUPE and changing terms and conditions;
- providing support and guidance to our leadership team with regard to our equality, diversity and inclusion programme, including ensuring akt is compliant with all related policy and processes;
- working with akt’s HR external advisers to ensure best practice and current HR law is followed in all HR related work at akt;
- increasing line management capabilities by delivering training and in the moment coaching;
- overseeing all staff recruitment;
- overseeing monitoring and reporting of staff sickness and absence;
- advising on improvements to staff performance management reporting;
- reviewing and updating the employee lifecycle process and other HR policies;
- developing and delivering staff consultation processes;
- leading on the delivery of actions that come out of our equality, diversity and inclusion task force.
Performance Management
Performance in the role will be assessed against key performance indicators and other targets relating to the organisation’s business plan, and as specified in the individual performance contract annually.
Other responsibilities
- To attend regular support, supervision and agreed training events/meetings
- To represent akt appropriately and effectively at all times
- Work within and demonstrate a commitment to the Trust’s strategic aims and its values and code of practice / conduct and all other policies and procedures
- To organise and participate in some events out of office hours, e.g. fundraising and publicity events, as agreed with the CEO
- Undertake other duties commensurate with the nature of the post, individually and in collaboration with the CEO and other colleagues.
- To incorporate the values and strategic aims of the organisation into your work and behaviours
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Human Resources Manager (Programmes)
Manchester City Centre
Starting salary for this position is £37,452 per annum (plus contributory pension)
Join a Nobel Prize-winning organisation committed to creating safe and secure futures for women, men and children around the world. MAG works by finding and destroying landmines, cluster bombs and the explosive remnants of war and by advocating and campaigning on behalf of those whose lives are blighted by the lethal debris of conflict. Be part of this life-changing mission by joining MAG to help us free from fear some of the poorest and most vulnerable people in the world.
We are seeking a credible and confident HR Manager to join our dynamic Human Resources team of 12, which provides support and advice to MAG’s employees working in over 25 countries across the world and to MAG HQ in the UK. This is an exciting and dynamic role, where you’ll act as a business partner, using your skills and experience to support our lifesaving work across the globe.
Based in the United Kingdom, but working with senior managers based overseas, you will be responsible for managing and delivering high quality, effective operational HR services and professional advice across a variety of employment contexts and legal frameworks. Acting as a business partner, you’ll provide support to senior managers as a trusted adviser on complex people and performance management issues, change processes, compliance, liability and risk. You will manage a HR Officer, focussed on recruitment and selection and supporting you in generalist areas. You will also have the opportunity to develop HR policies, strategic projects and initiatives while adding value that will assist in the delivery of MAG’s work.
You will need to have a relevant HR qualification or equivalent, and experience in a generalist HR role, evidencing a wide range of HR skills. Previous experience of working in International HR is not necessary, but you will need to rely on your sound project and people management skills, as well as knowledge of employment law and ability to interpret and apply it. This is a fast-paced and challenging role, which will require high levels of initiative, pro-activeness and strong multi-tasking skills. You will need to demonstrate the ability to lead, motivate and develop a small team, and be a clear and influential communicator. You will also be a creative, flexible, solution-focused HR professional committed to MAG's goals.
The place of work will normally be our headquarters in Manchester. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, and to ensure the health and wellbeing of everyone who works for MAG and their families we have put in place a new working arrangement – remote working from home - to reflect what is a rapidly changing situation. Therefore, you will initially be home based until we are able to return to working in our headquarters.
MAG is committed to the principles of diversity, equality and inclusion. If you think you would be suited to one of our roles we would welcome your application regardless of your background. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all employees feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential.
For further information on the role, the application form and details of how to apply, please visit, the MAG website before the closing date of 8th July 2020.
Please note that as part of MAG's commitment to safeguarding, this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed.
Applicants who are non-residents of the UK will need to provide documentary evidence of their eligibility to work in the UK.
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Are you ready for a new leadership challenge within a highly innovative and diverse national charity that plays a vital role in helping people affected by crime?
Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity. We are dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales, and we put them at the heart of our organisation. We work to bring forward a day when there will be far fewer victims of crime and for those affected, the support will be greater, their rights stronger and their voice much louder.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Service Director responsible for the North of England and the Midlands. You will join a highly experienced senior leadership team looking for a new colleague who shares their passion, enthusiasm, and motivation for the work that we do and the services we provide.
You will have an excellent understanding of the impact of crime and the criminal justice system, on victims and witnesses along with a proven track record of successfully delivering services with multi-million pound contract values.
A key aspect of the role will be to represent VS externally, promoting our services to develop new partnerships and opportunities that further support those who need us. You will work collaboratively to provide visible, innovative leadership within your Region, ensuring seamless, end-to-end support service for victims and witnesses; with a focus on increased support for those experiencing significant harm, repeat victimisation and those with vulnerabilities.
In addition, you will be the VS national lead for Safeguarding, bringing significant recent and relevant expertise.
In a fast changing environment you will have the expertise to identify opportunities to develop services and to improve their impact and reach, ensuring service users are involved in the development of services and their needs are heard and understood.
You will have a successful track record at operational and strategic levels within a complex organisation, as well as in forging successful partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders.
If you are attracted to the challenges and opportunities that this role presents then we want to hear from you.
Some unsocial hours working may be necessary.
Closing Date: 12.07.2020
Planned interview dates:
Shortlisting interviews : 23/24th July
Final Interviews: 30th/31st July 2020
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Victim Support is committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment for our staff and volunteers. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime. We welcome applicants from all communities and as part of our commitment to the we would particularly welcome applicants from BAME communities.
Victim Support offers competitive rewards and benefits including pension and life assurance, 30 days annual leave (pro-rata), voluntary benefits and the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing world-class services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.
Applications should be explicit enough to provide good evidence against the essential criteria in the person specification.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks will be required.
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Nelson St Church will be an innovative, exciting Resource Church in the centre of Rochdale. Established in partnership with Holy Trinity Brompton Church, London it is expected to launch in January 2021.
We are looking to build a close-knit team, united by the vision of seeing the transformation of lives in Rochdale. As Operations Manager you will be a key part of the leadership team, and will have a significant role in implementing the vision and values of the church.
Initially, you will be responsible for the set up of the operational side of the Church, providing strategic, organisational and administrative support to the team. Once established, you will be responsible for the effective running of the operations of the church and play a key role in growing through effective communication with the community.
This will be an exciting and challenging place to work, full of variety. We hope to create an environment where innovation and creativity are encouraged, and where we strive for excellence in everything we do.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you an excellent listener with a calm and responsive approach?
We are looking for an individual experienced in social care who has excellent customer care skills and a positive and confident communication style. You will need to be able to deal with issues that arise in a calm manner, offering appropriate support and advice to those who call. You will also require good IT and administration skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
Senior responsibilities:
This role is ideal for those individuals who are looking to progress into management whilst working within a very experienced and established team.
You will also be expected to carry out routine administration tasks such as preparing personnel files for CQC inspections, recording & managing incident reports and collating & organising timesheets.
Terms of the role:
Hours are on a waking night basis, shifts will operation from 7.50pm till 08:10am.
Due to the nature of this role, the post is not suitable for individuals with commitments during the day which may affect their ability to perform a waking night shift.
The Out of Hours Service…
Creative Support’s Out of Hours service, based at our Head Office in Stockport Town Centre, provides essential support to staff, service users and third parties outside of normal office hours every day including Christmas Day.
The OOH Service offers expert internal advice as a telephone service, run each night by a qualified and trained social care advisor and a trained administrator. The core purpose of the service is to respond to serious issues and incidents that arise within the organisations services nationally.
What We Offer…
This is a perfect opportunity for those who are seeking to progress in the health and social care sector. We will support your continuous development by offering training and support. You may also have the opportunity to get involved in other aspects of quality within Creative Support such as assisting with key pieces of quality work.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the Together Trust
We are one of the North West’s leading disability charities, offering individual care, support and education to thousands of people each year.
Our work is made possible with our incredible team of staff and volunteers who are positive role models to the people we support.
You will be joining an organisation driven by its values and desire to see meaningful change - the people we support really are at the heart of everything we do.
We want you to grow and develop - so we will support you to shape the career that you want to have.
A job with us can be challenging. But what we can promise is that your role will be incredibly rewarding and filled with meaning.
A job at the Together Trust is more than just a job - together we’ll change lives.
Are you a Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist looking to develop your skills as part of a multidisciplinary team?
We are looking for an experienced clinician to lead our Occupational Therapy Team of up to six staff and manage a small caseload of students with complex presentations at Inscape House School. We are one of the Together Trust’s non-maintained specialist schools for over 100 students aged 5 to 19 all with autism as their primary need.
Our well-resourced and supportive team work closely together to deliver a high quality therapy service. You will offer clinical supervision and management of professional colleagues contributing to their development.
At the forefront of this role will be your knowledge of autism along with an understanding of the fundamentals and governance of a school.
Our multi-disciplinary team includes Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, teaching staff, school counsellors, positive behaviour support colleagues, psychologists and other support team members.
We have a culture of joint responsibility to embed therapy approaches, strategies and interventions. This is a great opportunity to help shape service delivery and contribute to school wide projects.
This is a truly rewarding role as you will get to track student progress and their journey to independence in a way you might not necessarily experience within an NHS setting.
We would consider both full-time and part-time applicants for this post.
Benefits
You will get to help the people we support celebrate along the road to a brighter future and be part of an incredible team of like-minded peers. Together we work hard, enjoy our jobs, and support each other. We also have a range of rewards and benefits for our staff:
- Follow your ambitions and progress your career through on-the-job training, apprenticeships and qualifications
- 25 days annual leave rising to 27 after 5 years
- A company pension plan with 7% employer contribution
- Opportunity to purchase a health plan to claim towards therapy, dental and more
- Unlimited access to our employee assistance programme for advice and support
- Support from mental health first aiders
Together Trust is a charity providing special education, residential services, fostering, family support and community services.
We s... Read more