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Join our team as a Senior Finance & Operations Officer!

Are you passionate about making a difference to the lives of animals? Do you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your financial acumen and operational agility can create lasting impact? If so, we want you on our team!

About Us

Humane Society International is a forward-thinking charity striving for a better future for animals through advocacy, education, and hands-on programmes. We are an effective voice for animals, with active programmes in wildlife protection, alternatives to animal experiments, and farmed animal welfare. We have big ambitions to create further positive change for animals here in the UK and the EU and around the world.

About the role

As our Senior Finance & Operations Officer, you will be at the heart of our organisation’s success. Working closely with the Director, Finance and Operations, you will help to manage financial processes, streamline operations, and ensure both our UK and EU teams are properly resourced to drive our mission forward. You will interact daily with a broad range of stakeholders in the UK and the EU including senior level staff, external consultants and suppliers in the while also working closely with Finance, HR & IT colleagues in the US.

Key responsibilities

Financial Management (30%)

• Support on day-to-day financial activities including financial reporting, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Develop and implement best practices to optimise operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with the team to develop and monitor project budgets.
• Support decision-making through insightful financial analysis.

Operational Support (40%)

• Be the first point of contact for all enquiries from the campaigns and fundraising teams in the UK and EU.

Contracts Lifecycle Management (30%)

• Oversee the lifecycle of all supplier contracts: creation, submission and signing. (Legal contract knowledge is not required.)

 About you

You will be a dynamic individual with a can-do attitude who has a proven track record of juggling competing priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.  The role is varied and has a significant financial element so strong numeracy skills, a solid knowledge of financial management principles paired with good communications skills are important. We welcome applications from those who have solid experience in a similar role or are either part-qualified or qualified by experience. No formal qualification is required. Non-graduates are welcome.

Why Join Us

Make a meaningful impact: Your work will directly contribute to our mission to improve the lives of animals.

We are committed to training & development: We are committed to ensuring staff receive appropriate professional development and offer both formal and informal training and development to all our employees.  

Learning & knowledge sharing is at the heart of everything we do: Working alongside our passionate and dedicated staff is one of the main attractions of working at HSI. Staff here are experts in their field, which contributes to informal learning and knowledge sharing opportunities across the organisation.

How to apply

If would like to use your skills to make a difference to the lives of animals, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a covering letter 1. explaining your interest in applying for the role and 2. providing specific examples showing how your skills meet our requirements via the Charity Job website. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Deadline for Applications: 12PM, Tuesday 7 May

Join us in creating positive change and transforming the lives of animals. Apply now and be part of something great!

Full Application Process: 

• CV and covering letter 
• 15-minute screening phone call with Director, Finance & Operations (8-9 May)
• First round interview (via video call) with Director, Finance & Operations (13 May) and Second round panel interview (15 May)
• Brief written exercise and Excel skills test
• References check

We are looking to recruit a full-time Volunteer Officer to lead on the recruitment, training, placement and supervision of volunteers across the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust. 

In this role, you will work with the Head of HR to build the culture of volunteering at the Trust and work with Volunteer Supervisors to meet the organisations ambitious plans for its volunteering programme and to create and implement solutions to strengthen the volunteer workforce. You will work on key volunteering programmes and proactively seek innovative opportunities to engage partners and staff in volunteering at the Trust such as corporate volunteering programmes and ad hoc event volunteering. 

You will be a core member of the Volunteer Champions group to build a community of volunteers across the organisation. You will proactively visit departments and locations on a regular basis to get to know existing volunteers, gain a full understanding of their roles and contribution, and foster relationships to support volunteer retention. 

To be successful in this role you will have experience of volunteering, understand the part that volunteers can play in an organisation’s success, and be able to advocate for volunteering internally and externally. You will have experience of recruiting and retaining volunteers, you will possess knowledge of volunteering trends and legislation, and have experience of encouraging colleagues to identify, engage and recruit volunteers to support project work and our ambitious plans. 

You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be willing to support new and experienced Volunteer Supervisors including coaching them to have brave/difficult conversations. You will be accurate, methodical and well organised in order to manage your own workload, prioritise activities and tasks, and ensure that you meet deadlines. 

If you would like to have an informal conversation about the role before you apply please contact Anne Doughty, Head of HR before Tuesday 16 April 2024. 

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 24 April 2024 and interviews will take place on Thursday 2 May 2024, and will be in-person in Stratford-upon-Avon. 

If you would like to know more and to apply please go to our jobs website

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and building a diverse and representative workforce.

The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary is a growing and cherished part of our community, dedicated to providing a safe haven for donkeys and educating the public on their care and welfare. Our vision extends beyond equine welfare to creating an environment where our team, volunteers, and visitors can feel welcomed and enriched.

Position Summary

We are in search of a Chief Operating Officer (COO) adept at turning strategic visions into operational realities. The COO will oversee daily operations throughout the sanctuary, ensuring excellence in health and safety practices, and fostering high team performance and growth. As a key partner to the CEO, this role demands a leader skilled in operational management and strategy implementation, preferably with experience in the third sector and a deep commitment to animal welfare.

Objectives of the role

1. Strategic implementation and operational leadership - working in close partnership with the CEO to integrate strategic objectives into the organisation's day-to-day operations. This will include focusing on enhancing process efficiency, ensuring operational excellence and maintaining budgetary control connected to operational issues.

2. Developing high performing teams – driving team excellence through targeted recruitment, comprehensive onboarding, ongoing professional development, and robust performance management strategies, ensuring team cohesion and high retention rates

3. Ensuring regulatory compliance and safety - maintaining rigorous adherence to all relevant charity and health & safety regulations, proactively ensuring a safe environment for staff, volunteers, visitors and our equines.

4. Fostering a supportive culture - creating a work environment where commitment to our sanctuary's values and alignment with our vision and mission inspire and unite our teams.

5. Acting as a deputy for the CEO - representing the charity and making decisions in the CEO’s absence, ensuring leadership continuity and organisational stability.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include:

· Evaluating internal operations to identify and implement efficiency improvements

· Developing and implementing policies (in collaboration with the CEO and Trustees) that support the sanctuary's goals and ensure operational alignment.

· Overseeing daily operations across the estate, including visitor facilities, barn and paddock maintenance, and health and safety compliance, ensuring a safe environment for staff, volunteers, visitors and equines.

· Directly overseeing the performance of our teams in Visitor Experience, Volunteering, Estates and Facilities, ensuring these areas not only operate efficiently but also focus on creating exceptional experiences for visitors and volunteers. This includes working closely with HR to foster successful recruitment, professional development, and other HR initiatives to build and sustain high-performing teams.

· Ensuring the sanctuary is ready and welcoming for visitors each day, effectively monitored and managed throughout the day and securely closed at night

· Health and safety leadership - spearheading safety initiatives and training a skilled team in safety protocols, ensuring a secure and safe environment for staff, volunteers, visitors and over 130 donkeys and ponies. The COO will work closely with the Head of Facilities and Estates Supervisor to enforce health and safety policies, address safety issues, as well as ensuring readiness and responsiveness for critical incidents, including fire and medical emergencies.

· Serving as the deputy for the CEO, including leading the sanctuary in the CEO’s absence, making critical decisions, and managing external relationships.

The above role encompasses an understanding that the sanctuary operates seven days a week and requires a willingness to work weekends and evenings as needed to ensure continuous leadership and operational excellence.

Reporting structure

Reporting directly to the CEO, the COO will have the following direct reports: Head of Estates, Visitor Experience Manager, and Volunteer Manager.

Required skills and Experience

· A strong ethical commitment to animal welfare, demonstrated through previous work or personal advocacy, with the desire to make a positive impact in the community and beyond.

· A track record of managing operations effectively, demonstrating the ability to oversee day-to-day activities

· Proven experience in translating strategy into actionable plans

· Proven effectiveness in managing diverse teams and working with volunteers, highlighting the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of contributors towards common goals.

· Experience in budgeting, data analysis and using performance metrics to guide decisions.

· Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and the agility to respond to unforeseen challenges, particularly in animal welfare contexts.

· A collaborative approach to working with key stakeholders, including the CEO, to ensure alignment with the organisation's goals.

Desirable:

· Experience within a non-profit organisation and familiarity with the regulatory environment specific to the charity sector, including health & safety standards and compliance. 

Why Join Us

By joining the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary as COO, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of donkey welfare, leveraging your expertise to make a lasting difference. You’ll lead a dedicated team, drive operational excellence, and contribute to a cause that’s both meaningful and rewarding.

Job Title: Employment Broker
Reporting To: Employment & Skills Manager
Staff Responsibility: None
Salary: £32,000, 35 hours per week Dependent on Experience, including London weighting
Location: North London – main office is in Kentish Town
DBS: This post is subject to an enhanced criminal record check under the arrangements established by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
 

Context of Job

AFK (Action For Kids) is a national charity helping young people with disabilities to develop their independence and find employment. Our vision is a world where all people living with a disability get to lead the life they choose.  As part of this we provide bespoke employment skills and organise work experience placements across North London.  At a national level, we provide mobility equipment not available on the NHS for disabled children and young people up to the age of 26.

Job Purpose

To support young people aged 18+ who have disabilities and/or are neurodiverse to gain employment. The role will be to primarily liaise with businesses and employers to broker new opportunities for supported and unsupported employment.  You will also work with a small caseload of young people, assessing their employability skills. You will work closely with the Employment & Skills team to place young people from the Employment Coaches caseloads into employment, as well as locate some voluntary roles and work placements. You will deliver one to one job coaching to enable young people to progress towards their own goals and objectives.

Working Conditions

The post is 35 hours a week, normally between 9.30am – 5.30pm. The post holder may be expected to work some evenings and weekends as required by the job. There is a TOIL policy. This role is peripatetic within London.

Principle Responsibilities

1. Engage with businesses and employers to source and secure employment opportunities for the young people AFK work with.
2. Encourage businesses and employers to offer volunteering, work tasters and work placements that may also lead to paid opportunities for young people.
3. Develop and maintain knowledge of the local labour market & opportunities relating to employment, work tasters, work placements and volunteering.
4. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with local employer groups, statutory, voluntary and private organisations to support the development of suitable opportunities.
5. Participate in employer visits with young people to engage them in the different workplace roles to further aid their choices in employment.
6. Provide training / advice to employers as required.
7. Provide employment support for the Employment & Skills team and produce monthly updates in line with AFKs key performance indicators (KPIs).
8. Work with 1 or 2 young people to identify and support their aspirations for future employment.
9. Identify any financial implications for individuals relating to full and part-time employment in connection with disability benefits.
10. Work closely with the Senior Employment Coach to match opportunities for young people from the caseloads of Employment Coaches.
11. Participate in regular 1-1 supervision with the Employment & Skills manager.
12. Support young people in the workplace if required.
13. Refer young people for specialist advice and support where appropriate.
14. Monitor the progress of individuals and keep appropriate records.
15. Provide timely reports and keep AFK recording systems up to date.
16. Undertake necessary administrative duties relating to the role.
17. Undertake learning & development as identified via appraisals and reviews.
18. Carry out other duties as deemed appropriate to the post by the Executive Director of Services and the Employment & Skills manager.

For person specification please see the attached Job Description

To apply
We would like to hear from you if your values align with ours of being collaborative, person centred and empowering.
Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. 

Closing date Tuesday 13th May 2024, 23:59
Interviews will be held on Wednesday 22nd May from 10am

Anna Freud is a world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families.

We are seeking an experienced and influential leader to join us as our new Chief Executive Officer. You will provide leadership of the organisation and be the lead advocate for the charity with the government, the media, senior stakeholders, supporters and other external partners. You will also oversee key partnerships, most notably with University College London (UCL).

Working closely with the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive Officer will develop the organisation’s long-term strategy, budget and business plan to secure organisational sustainability and compliance.

The role requires someone with visionary leadership who can demonstrate their commitment to shaping and nurturing a collaborative and open-minded culture. We’re known for the quality of our research and education & training provisions.

Candidates should have significant leadership experience in children and young people’s mental health, and a solid grasp of research in the field of child and adolescent mental health.

Find a full list of responsibilities, person specification and list of benefits on the job pack for the role.

Our commitment to EDI

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

Applicants are invited to share information about their diversity dimensions to help us address biases and provide any additional support by completing the attached Diversity Monitoring form. Your responses remain confidential and have no bearing on the selection process.

How to apply and recruitment schedule

Please click on the apply section and you will be directed to our vacancies page for more details on how to apply.

Closing date for receipt of applications is midday (12pm) Monday 29 April 2024.

We kindly request no contact from agencies.

Senior Learning and Development Officer (Adults)
Advertising Reference: 2382
Location: Hybrid working from Devon or Sheffield (Home based within UK for the right candidate). NCB promotes a hybrid, flexible way of working, staff can work remotely and in the office if they wish.
Status: Permanent term. Part time, 28 hours per week.
Salary: £31,698.00 with generous benefits package including 30 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank holidays and 3 days of Christmas closure.

Research in Practice is now a member of the National Children’s Bureau family. For over 60 years the National Children’s Bureau (NCB) has been building a better childhood for all.

We are looking for a talented Senior Learning and Development Officer to join our Research in Practice Adults Social Care team. Our ideal candidate will have experience of leading on the design, development, commissioning and quality assurance of learning and development materials to support workforce development and Continued Professional Development. We are seeking candidates with a good understanding of adult social care, and/or related sectors.

Up to date knowledge of learning requirements for adult social work and occupational therapy and understanding of current learning theory and methods for CPD would both be advantageous. With a relevant degree and work experience, you will be an organised, positive and IT-literate professional.

You will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and used to collaborative working. Above all, you will share our passion for helping others to use evidence to improve the lives of adults and their families. This is a great opportunity to join a busy, committed and passionate team in a fast-paced and varied role.

Research in Practice works with organisations across the children and adults social care, health and criminal justice sectors, supporting them to develop an evidence-informed approach to their work. Our focus is on using evidence from research, practice and lived experience, to provide resources that improve policy and services, in order to achieve positive outcomes for people of all ages.

Role Closing: 08:00am Tuesday 7th May 2024

Assessment and interviews to be conducted on Tuesday 14th May 2024. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please quote the job title and reference number in your application. CVs will not be accepted.

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.

NCB is an equal opportunities employer and we particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities, and male candidates, as we would like to increase the representation of these groups at NCB. We strive for our workforce to be representative of the communities that we serve and we know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children.

No agencies please.

Chief Executive Officer, Remote, 35 hrs Salary £90,097

GFS is a feminist organisation with a mission to empower girls and young women in England and Wales to live their best lives. Girls as young as 6 tell us that they cannot be themselves. This causes problems for them and society. So, we offer an early intervention service for girls living in areas of deprivation to have the greatest impact.

This is an exciting role with an opportunity to lead the charity into the 150th Year of delivery and with a new strategy to address need. It will involve working with the leadership team and all departments but also the board and their support committees, the ambassadors, and presidents as well as the wonderful team of volunteers across England and Wales.

A great deal has been done to prepare the organisation for such an important time and so now there is a real opportunity for this role to lead in being a figurehead for the charity and representing all that is achieved at GFS in national events and discussions, to best represent the girls of today.

Our new strategy is built around pillars of Impact, Brand and Sustainability with an ambition to grow in delivery as well as reputation. GFS is aware that the work done to listen to and amplify girls’ voices is important because they have so much to say about what needs to change and from a very young age. This role will be key to making this happen.

Equity, Diversity and inclusion is of strategic importance to GFS. We encourage applications from ethnically and racially minoritised, disabled and from LGBTQ+ people to build our best staff and volunteer teams and reflect the girls we serve.

This post is subject to a criminal record check with the Disclosure and Barring Service

Download the application pack and complete the application form in WORD and return by the closing date Friday 17th May.  

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust are advertising for a number of roles across Brent and Uxbridge.

We are looking for motivated, passionate self-starters who want to kickstart a career in the mental health sector. These position, with on-the-job training, is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference and support those with mental health needs.

As an IPS Employment Specialist you will play a vital role in helping people with mental health needs find meaningful and fulfilling employment. You’ll receive all the training and support you need to take on the role, develop your skills, and have access to a broad range of opportunities. Joining a passionate and driven team, you’ll be working towards creating a fairer and more inclusive society for people with mental health needs.

We welcome applications from all experience levels and backgrounds. What you will need is the ability to motivate and build relationships with service users, strong organisational skills, the confidence to communicate and engage with a range of employers, and a fundamental belief that anyone with a mental health condition can work.

What is an IPS Employment Specialist?

This is a rewarding and dynamic role where no day is the same and you’ll be making a genuine difference to people’s lives. Using the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model you’ll be:

• Supporting and motivating individuals with mental health conditions to access and sustain paid employment.
• Regularly meeting with clients to listen, offer support and help them identify their best job match, reflecting their skills and aspirations.
• Supporting the clients through CV production, interview techniques and managing their health at work.
• Advocating for your clients by educating and engaging with employers regarding the IPS service.
• Sourcing job opportunities for your clients through regular contact with local employers within the community.
• Promoting employment and raising expectations around the ability of service users to access paid employment, breaking down the barriers for them.

Working for Central North West London NHS Trust

You will also be part of the Trustwide Employment Services Team which comprises of over 40 people.

You will receive a number of staff benefits working for CNWL, this includes an attractive pension scheme, a range of staff networks, travel discounts, employee assistance programme and discounts at hundreds of retailers nationwide. 

This role is an excellent opportunity to start a long-term career within the mental health sector, develop your skills and a gateway to the vast number of opportunities within CNWL.

Apply today to become an IPS Employment Specialist and make a real difference!

The successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users. As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination as this remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients and service users when working on our healthcare settings.

Who are we looking for?

Firstly, you will need either a degree-level education or relevant work experience, such as in the health and social care or employment sectors. Alongside having strong and persuasive communication skills, excellent time management and exceptional organisational skills. Also, the ability to initiate and develop relationships with a variety of individuals and be able to engage employers using a variety of methods such as via the telephone or face-to-face in the community.

It would also be helpful, but NOT essential, if you have experience of working with people with mental health support needs (or similar groups) OR have experience working in employment support services (or equivalent), this can include working with people on a one-to-one basis, offering motivation and support, or engaging with a range of stakeholders. We are actively interested in individuals who have experience using a persuasive communication style or promoting a service to a variety of audiences, this can include marketing, recruitment, or sales roles.

We are looking for a freelance Finance & Operations Officer - ideally with charity experience and familiar with Xero - who can support our core team of four as it takes the charity to the next level.  Preferably able to work flexibly, the average time required is estimated at one day per week. This may mean dealing with an email or phone call in an ad hoc way from time to time.

Using a network of music industry professionals and youth workers, Grounded Sounds offer engaging, top quality programmes in a highly welcoming and supportive environment. The programmes are for young people from disadvantaged backgrounds - both 11 – 16 year olds in schools or youth centres and for 16 – 24 year olds (often NEET) with an interest in music. The programmes don’t just develop musical talent; they build young people’s confidence and life skills.

As Finance & Operations Officer, you will report to the Chief Executive and help with all ‘back office’ activities for the charity.  These include: all bookkeeping activities; producing monthly and annual financial reports; managing and overseeing the use of Views, our Monitoring and Evaluation system from Substance; supporting the Chief Exec in ensuring policies and procedures are kept up to date; and supporting the team with analysis and reporting to funders.  You will also run the payroll.  The Treasurer, one of the trustees, who has been doing the accounts and performing many of the back office activities up to this point, will support you.

Summary of responsibilities

• Bookkeeping

• Bank reconciliations, posting of transactions, logging invoices and receipts 

• Allocations, e.g. of team costs based on timesheets and of justgiving donations

• Maintaining chart of accounts and tracking categories in response to new project reporting requirements

• Management reporting and cashflow planning

• Monthly management accounts and other regular programme financial reports

• Liaison with CEO and Fundraising Manager to understand / update latest project and funding status and refresh cashflow forecasts

• Financial reports for trustee meetings (4 per year)

• Financial reports for funders as required

• Budgeting

• Liaison with CEO, Programme Managers and Fundraising Manager to create and maintain programme and organisational budgets and three year financial plan

• Gift Aid

• Preparation and submission of Gift Aid claims to HMRC

• Annual Accounts

• Production of annual accounts for submission to Charity Commission

• Support for fundraising

• Updating funding status tracker with funds received / expected

• Restating budgets in formats required by funders

• Payroll & pensions

• Running the payroll monthly – using the Iris Kashflow payroll system

• Submitting monthly pension contribution schedule to NEST

• Updating records for new joiners and leavers

• Other HR admin

• Setting up timesheets for the team for the year

• Maintaining a salary and cost to employ spreadsheet and advising on budget impact of proposed salary rises

• Management of Views

• Managing users and data access

• Creating new questionnaires and application forms requested by the team

• Analysis of participant profiles and questionnaire responses (outcomes) for reporting to the team and to funders

• General housekeeping

• Over time, becoming an expert user, able to train / advise others in the system

• Mobile Device Management

• Keeping track of our stock of iPads and laptops

• Using MDM software to manage security and control configurations

• Policies and procedures

• Managing an annual review of the charity’s policies and procedures, ensuring they are up to date and, with the Chief Exec, refreshing as needed

Skills / Experience Required

Essential:

• Bookkeeping and financial management

• Strong skills with spreadsheets

• Passable understanding of IT, willing to learn new systems

• Able to work independently

• Organised

• Good attention to detail

Desirable:

• Ability to work flexibly, adjusting hours worked each week to what is required

• Experience of working in the charity sector

• Knowledge of Xero

• Knowledge of Views from Substance (we realise this is very unlikely)

• Payroll and pensions administration experience

• Interest in music and young people

Job title: ​​ Chief Operating Officer

Salary: ​​​ £65,000 to £70,000 per annum depending on experience

Position:​​ Permanent

Hours:​​​ 40 hours per week

Holidays:​​ 25 days excluding Bank Holidays 

Responsible to:​ CEO 

Location: ​ 9 Kingside Business Park, Ruston Road, Woolwich, SE18 5BX

Please note this is not a hybrid role.

About First Step Trust:

First Step Trust (FST) is a registered charity providing access to work experience and employment opportunities for people (referred to as workforce) with mental health challenges, learning disabilities, a history of offending and other socio-economic disadvantages, with a key aim to provide opportunities for people who are not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET).

The charity currently operates a garage and a catering business, both focused on providing real-life work experience for these learners. FST has over thirty years' experience as a provider of employability programmes and has successfully run the commercial aspects of the business, creating a solid balance sheet with healthy reserves.

In recent years, FST has been exploring new ways of helping people overcome barriers to learning including, low levels of literacy/numeracy and debilitating anxiety in formal situations e.g. exams or interviews.

Through FST's ground breaking work using Virtual Reality (VR) to upskill our workforce members and engage learners in secure mental health facilities, we have recognised the potential of assistive and emerging technologies as a real game-changer for the people we work with. The technology enables us to do things never before possible. We have, with the support of Halfords Autocentres and the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI), developed an innovative programme which offers high quality training in a safe environment that does not require any written work.

This led us to identify the need for new ways of enabling and 'scaffolding' learning that will combat some of the wider psychosocial barriers including 'fear of learning', the impact of e.g. learning disabilities, Autism, negative peer pressure and reoffending behaviours. A recent Resolution Foundation report suggests that current "low rates of training among the least educated are troubling, given international evidence showing that there are higher returns to adult education for these individuals." Research suggests that AI/ machine learning could help us overcome these.

We have been supported by two Ufi VocTech Trust grants to deliver VR supported training to these communities of learners furthest away from learning and work. The route to market for our products is into the automotive industry directly, but is also being commissioned by NHS and criminal justice/mental health services as a way to introduce those in secure environments to potential future work opportunities.

These digital developments form part of the charity's strategy for embracing digital innovation to better serve our client base and grow the market we are able to serve beyond those in our local areas.

About the role: 

As the COO, you will support the CEO in executing their strategic plans and directives, while overseeing the efficacy of the organisation’s strategy and implementing changes needed for the growth and development of the organisation. Ultimately your purpose is to support the continued success and growth of the organisation through good management, communication and relationship-building, without compromising on our commitment to working with people who use our service as colleagues..

About you: 

You will be a senior manager who has energy and drive as well as sound judgement. On top of a strong track record in an operational position, you will have the breadth of experience to oversee our operations strategy and systems, commercial activity, budget management, monitoring and evaluation and fundraising. You will have a proven track record of success in senior-level general or commercial management.  You will be a clear, analytical thinker who will strengthen the leadership of our charity. You will be an excellent manager of people, able to support people with varying skills and abilities, who may come from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Key objectives for this role:

Ensure the smooth running of all First Step Trust’s core operations including our commercial activities, people, budgetary control, fundraising, HR, office, facilities and IT.

Work closely with our CEO and Board of Trustees to lead on developing First Step Trust’s next 3-year business plan.

Key responsibilities:

Direct line management of operations staff.

Directing and controlling the work and resources of the organisation ensuring that it achieves its mission and objectives.

Oversee and develop systems for our volunteers’ development and training.

Lead on all aspects of budget management.

Oversee production of the annual report.

Develop our fundraising strategy, working with our CEO. Pursue new sources of funding to support existing operations and new work.

Lead on funder and grant management.

Develop a building and facilities improvement plan including fabric of the building, equipment and IT. 

Person specification:

Experience and skills (Essential)

Senior level operational management experience

Experience of developing strategy and business plans

Track record of line managing staff (and volunteer) and teams. 

Strong budget management expertise.

Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to define the problem, assess options, recommend solutions and drive to a decision.

Excellent communications skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of people at all levels.

Expertise in charity regulatory matters and compliance

Knowledge of data protection including GDPR

Good working knowledge of safeguarding requirements 

Experience and skills (desirable)

Experience of IT infrastructure

Experience of fundraising and funder management

Experience working in the charity and not-for-profit sector

Experience working with vulnerable and disadvantaged people 

Around eight out of ten autistic adults are currently unemployed. This means that the strengths and skills of autistic people are often vastly underused, and that many autistic people face significant negative consequences of unemployment.

The Autism Centre of Excellence at Cambridge (ACE) is committed to creating 10,000 new jobs for autistic people in the next ten years and are currently seeking a lead for this work. We are looking for somebody who is motivated to improve life for autistic people and who has experience of developing and managing medium to large-scale projects.

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Implement the plan as has been specified and agreed by our Board.
• Convene and run a network of employers and members of the autism community to share and discuss good practice.
• Undertake project management across the workstream, managing and monitoring activities and outcomes.
• Identify need, find options, evaluate, enlist and manage service and contract providers; services that are introduced to the network (recruitment and HR advice, financial advice, property advice, franchising advice, pooled procurement).
• Identify funding opportunities, coordinate funding applications to secure financial backing for the services to be offered.
• Build engagement with autistic people into all aspects of the workstream.
• Support the leadership team to develop plans for improving employment for autistic people in the UK and worldwide.
• Build and maintain effective collaborative relationships with a range of partner organisations; and large employers.
• Line-manage any future staff employed in this workstream/ project.
• Create and present progress reports as required by the leadership team and board of Trustees.
• Develop and maintain an evaluation system for the whole project.
• Support the Autism Centre of Excellence to manage recruitment and retention in line with best practice.
• Sensitively manage the challenges of organisations holding themselves to account in discharging their responsibilities around employment of autistic people.
• Contribute to other team activities in line with the post-holder’s skills and commensurate with the grade, such as arranging meetings, taking notes, organising and hosting focus groups.

Benefits

Salary: Up to £50,000 FTE, dependent on skills and experience.

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working, working in Cambridge a minimum of two days a week.

The role is permanent and full-time. However, we will consider part-time applications.

About Us

The Autism Centre of Excellence at Cambridge (ACE) exists to make a big difference; by funding and commissioning world-leading research, delivering projects which directly impact the lives of autistic people, and campaigning to achieve change..

A fantastic and fast-growing charity focused on providing support and advice for carers of children is seeking a Payroll Manager on a part-time (3 days per week) permanent basis.

With headquarters in London, the role is offered on a hybrid basis – with 1 day per week required onsite. The charity has a turnover of around £7 million, with approximately 80 staff. Their focus is specifically to provide support for kinship carers of children – grandparents, siblings and other family members who support children when parents are unable to provide care.

The Payroll Manager role will make up part of a new finance team structure. The role reports to the Head of Finance, and other team members include a Senior Finance Officer and Finance Director. The role is paying £42,000 (FTE / pr-rata) inclusive of London weighting. Please note a fully-remote option is available, however in this instance London weighting would not apply, so the FTE/prorate salary would be £38,774 per annum.

The role will cover responsibility for all payroll operations, ensuring that all payments are accurate and on time and that appropriate and accurate information is provided to the Head of Finance, HMRC, pension providers and other external bodies. The payroll is run by an external bureau. You will also be required to support the Head of Finance with across a wide range of financial accounting duties.

The charity has recently implemented a new finance system (Business Central) and has secured some new grants and contracts, so there may be the chance to grow and progress as the charity continues on this path.

Typical duties will include:

-Ensure the timely processing of monthly payroll, including absence and statutory leave as well as various categories of staff payments and deductions; maintaining a separation of duties with relevant HR colleagues

-Check all payroll and pension deductions each month and resolve queries with the payroll bureau as necessary; ensuring that an appropriate and up to date audit trail is maintained which include FINAL reports.

-Ensure timely payments are issued to HMRC, pension providers and in respect of other payroll deductions to enable Kinship to comply with its statutory obligations

-To be proactive in the identification and resolution of any pay anomalies, errors, issues; ensuring that payroll reports are reconciled monthly and agree with control account values

-To contribute to knowledge management and building expertise within the Finance/People teams with regard to payroll; identify process improvements to eliminate exceptions, errors and omissions of data.

-To ensure that all payroll outputs are appropriately authorised and signed-off, in accordance with London Youth’s payroll procedures, and filed on shared drives; that records are robust and audit-ready.

-To provide a range of management information as required, including salary allocations across a wide range of projects and activities.  Working closely with the Head of Finance and respond to queries from internal and external sources.

-Ensure that appropriate online filing systems are maintained and kept up to date so that they can be used to provide information, resolve queries and provide a necessary audit trail

-All relevant monthly payroll processes and statutory and other deductions

-Supporting the Head of Finance with the completion of year-end accounts, reconciling control accounts and management/statutory accounts

Candidate requirements:

-Demonstrable prior experience in a Payroll Manager role and/or a recognised Payroll or Finance qualification

-Significant experience in managing payroll – either internally or via an external bureau

-An understanding of GDPR and legislative & contractual elements of payroll

-Strong understanding of charity finance and charity SORP accounting and experience contributing to financial accounting and financial reporting

-Experience of a medium/large accounting package or ERP such as Agresso, Business Central. SAP, Oracle, Great Plains, Exchequer etc

-A positive and tenacious attitude

-A values-driven and collaborative approach to work

Closing date: Thursday 25th April

Interviews: Late April/early May

Please send your CV for further consideration.

Are you a strong, visionary leader ready for a new challenge in the Third Sector?

Having led the organisation through a significant period of change, our CEO has chosen to move on to take up a new challenge. We are looking for a Chief Executive to lead St Nicks through the next phase of its strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone who has the desire, vision and ambition to transform our current charity HQ into a building suitable for the charity we are now and the charity St Nicks can become under your leadership in the future.

You’ll have the benefit of a skilled and experienced team, a good deal of secure revenue funding and a Board of Trustees who offer constructive challenge with the freedom to grow and explore opportunities.

Deadline: midnight Sunday 12th May

Assessment and interviews: week commencing 20th May 

Phyllis Tuckwell provides supportive and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness. Based in Farnham and Guildford, we serve a population of 550,000 across West Surrey and part of Northeast Hampshire. We are currently building a new Hospice, so it is an exciting time to be part of our team.

Income Supervisor
37 hours per week
Salary: £30,000 - £32,500 per annum WTE (dependent on experience)
Location: Farnham

Do you have accounting experience and the ability to support and supervise a small team? Phyllis Tuckwell is looking to appoint an Income Supervisor to lead and coordinate the Income team within our Finance Department.

The main responsibilities are to:

• Supervise a small income team and volunteers.
• Manage, control, analyse and reconcile income onto the financial ledger and the donor database.
• Manage the entry of all direct bank receipts and income from online giving platforms, including set up and monitoring all standing orders and associated bank reconciliation.
• Oversee weekly cash counts for banking via G4S security.
• Act as the main point of contact with the finance department for all retail operations staff and ensure all retail shop income is recorded correctly and reconciles to the retail system.
• Be the main point of contact and information for all income issues, liaising with other departments as required.
• Manage the Gift Aid declaration process including the correct entry on donor database and the scanning process.

The successful candidate will have:

• AAT level 4 / MAAT or be qualified by experience to this level.
• A detailed knowledge of financial accounting and double entry bookkeeping.
• Experience of complex reconciliations of high-volume transactional data.
• Proven experience of implementing & managing strong financial controls.
• Familiarity with accounting in charity sector and gift aid welcomed.
• Experience of operating specialised accounting systems – PT uses Microsoft Business Central.
• Intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUP, basic pivot, SUMIFS, conditional formatting and similar)
• Excellent communication skills across all levels.
• Strong planning, organisational and flexibility skills.
• Some experience of leading a team (staff & volunteers).

In return we offer: 

• 6 weeks paid holiday plus public holidays (pro-rated for part time staff)
• Group Self Invested Personal Pension (matched contributions to 7.5%)
• Excellent education and training
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan Scheme
• Staff Benefit Voucher Scheme
• A motivated and compassionate team whose passion is to make a difference

Further information can be obtained from Deb McQuillan, Finance Manager.

If you are unable to apply on-line or have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact HR.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Monday 6th May 2024

Interviews will be held on:  Tuesday 14th or Wednesday 15th May 2024

This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Phyllis Tuckwell is an Equal Opportunities employer.  We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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