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We're looking for a new Volunteer-Led Services Manager to lead our transport and befriending services as well as helping us to grow our team of volunteers across the whole organisation. 

Key responsibilities are:

• Day to day oversight of our Volunteer Led Services (Community Connections Befriending, and Community Connections Transport and Care Home Befriending)
• Line management of Befriending and Transport teams
• To further develop these projects and ensure user/volunteer involvement

Head of Finance

 £71,000 – £75,000 per annum plus benefits, depending on experience.

Location – Hybrid working split between the Foundation’s office in London and home.

We’re the Football Foundation – the Premier League, The FA and Government's charity that helps communities improve their local football facilities through football grants. This means better games and more players - helping transform communities where demand is greatest, and impact will be strongest. We have ambitious plans and with the support from our funding partners, the Football Foundation is well-supported to continue to invest in community pitches and facilities across the nation. 

To help us with this important mission, we currently have a vacancy for a Head of Finance who will be able to use their professional experience and accountancy qualification to help us transform lives and strengthen communities through grassroots football.

The role

As our Head of Finance, reporting into the CFO, you’ll lead the finance team, ensuring robust financial management and sustainability to support our charitable objectives. You will direct the day-to-day operations of the finance team, actively manage financial planning and forecasting, and develop high level models to support strategic and operational decision making. You will also input into strategy on a functional and organisational level. 

What are we looking for?

You don’t need to follow football or understand about football and sports facilities to apply, but it is expected that you appreciate the power of sport to change lives and have a genuine interest in using your skills and experience to help the Foundation achieve our charitable and strategic objectives.

Here’s some of the experience and expertise you’ll need for the role:

· A professional accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with significant post-qualified financial and operational management experience.

· Prior experience in a senior level finance role with responsibility across the entire finance function, including hands on experience in delivering business partnering.

· Significant experience of financial planning and analysis.

· Commercial or charity accounting experience, including the preparation of statutory accounts, and preferably SORP compliance.

· Experience leading an end-to-end external audit process.

· Familiarity developing, improving and implementing financial procedures and controls.

You’ll also have good knowledge of the legislative, tax and regulatory framework of companies, ideally in the not-for-profit sector. Most of all we want someone who reflects who we are as an organisation.

We refer to our company values as our Four Corners:

· Fair Players – open and inclusive in our approach

· Star Performers – trusted to deliver

· United Team Player – collaborative and easy to work with

· Passionate Supporters – flexible and willing

If you share these values and have the necessary skills and experience for the role, then we look forward to hearing from you.

What can we offer you?

The salary band for this role is £71,000 – £75,000 per annum, dependent on relevant skills and experience.

You will start on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (which increases after 2 years), plus additional time off to volunteer. We also offer a generous pension scheme (8% employer contribution), free health care provision, a monthly gym subsidy, death in service benefit and access to selected match tickets.

We are committed to helping our team members maintain a healthy work-life balance, so offer flexible working around core hours to help achieve that.

Equality and Diversity Commitment

The Football Foundation is committed to, and values the principles of diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive working environment where all our team feel respected and supported in fulfilling their potential. We encourage and welcome applications from all, regardless of background and are particularly interested to hear from individuals belonging to under-represented groups including diverse ethnic communities, individuals with a disability, and those from the LGBTQI+ community.

Should you need any adjustments to the recruitment process at either application or interview stage, please contact us at jobs @ footballfoundation. org .uk

How do I apply?

To apply, please follow the steps outlined below:

1. Please send the following to jobs @ footballfoundation. org .uk

o CV

o Cover letter - please highlight briefly and clearly how your skills, abilities and experience equip you for the role, together with your reasons for applying (no more than one side of A4).

The closing date for applications is: midday, 24th June 2024

Interviews are scheduled for 5th and 9th July 2024

All applications received will be short listed against the role requirements and person specification. Those most closely matching our requirements will be invited to take part in an online interview.

Due to the volume of applications received for most roles, the Foundation only contacts candidates if they are shortlisted for interview. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, you should assume your application has not been successful.

Please note that you must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.

Hours: Full-time

Remuneration: £30,000 to £31,500 GBP gross annual (dependent on experience)

Duration: Permanent

Location: UK-Med Office, Manchester, UK with hybrid working (approximately 30% on-site)

Do you have knowledge of accounting, finance and budget functions, payroll processing and administration. Ability to analyse and apply data across the full range of finance, payroll, and accounting functions?

UK-Med is a frontline medical aid charity. Born of the NHS, we’ve been working for over 30 years towards a world where everyone has the healthcare they need when crises or disasters hit.

We are looking for Finance Coordinators to support our Finance Team in ensuring appropriate finance management, accounting, control and reporting.

You will assist in the day-to-day accounting operations in accordance with UK-Med’s policies and procedures,

Our ideal candidate will be able to support in processes financial transactions and provides technical support to the Field with the processing of financial transactions, and monitors compliance with applicable financial rules and regulations. The incumbent therefore keeps frequent contact with staff at various levels, including Country/Field Offices.

You will be comfortable working at pace and thrive on achieving challenging objectives and meeting rapidly changing demands.

Experience working internationally, particularly in humanitarian emergency response, is an advantage but not essential.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference through humanitarian work. UK-Med is a growing and developing organisation with a committed team of staff, volunteers and members.

This role is a truly exciting opportunity to help develop our people services to meet the challenges and opportunities our growth present.

Please note that this is a rolling recruitment process. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and hiring manager will review applications as they are received, decisions may be made at any time if a suitable candidate is identified.

Applications for work in the UK can only be accepted from people with an existing right to work in the UK.

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.

How to apply

To apply, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) through our online jobs portal.

Your covering letter must include a detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the criteria in the person specification

Applications must be submitted no later than Friday 21st June 2024

Please note that this is a rolling recruitment process. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis and hiring manager will review applications as they are received, decisions may be made at any time if a suitable candidate is identified.

Applications for work in the UK can only be accepted from people with an existing right to work in the UK.

UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.

UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.

Yes Futures empowers young people to believe in themselves and discover their personal potential.

We are a multi-award winning charity, established in 2012. Our successful programmes have already made a proven difference to the lives of over 3400 young people.

We are ambitious about expanding our impact to many more young people and we are seeking a passionate and driven Programme Manager(s) to join delivery team and help us scale our programmes to more schools.

Programme Manager role

We are now looking for an enthusiastic and committed Programme Manager(s) to join our existing Programme Team in September 2024 on a full or part-time basis (6-month fixed-term with potential to extend).  As a Programme Manager, you will be responsible for managing the Yes Futures programmes in-person, in our partner primary and secondary schools in North London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire & Buckinghamshire.

Main Responsibilities

You will be one of a small team of Programme Managers, dedicated to delivering excellent programmes which make a positive difference to the lives of students.  The main responsibilities of the Programme Manager role are:

Programme delivery

• Responsible for the care and wellbeing of all students in your schools on the programme;
• Communicating with parents where necessary during the programme, by email, letter and telephone;
• Planning and delivering whole-group workshops for students;
• Planning and delivering information and celebration events for students and parents;
• Facilitating the in-person and online volunteer coaching team to deliver student coaching sessions. As well as delivering coaching sessions to students, where required;
• Developing business and charity partnerships for day trips;
• Planning and delivering the day trips included in the programme;
• Supporting the planning and delivery of the Into the Wild and World of Work day trips;
• Implementing discipline procedures, including reporting serious discipline issues;
• Implementing all necessary Health and Safety and Child Protection procedures, including recording and reporting any incidents;
• Ongoing communication with the school and Yes Futures head office regarding student engagement and progress.

Organisation and administration

• School onboarding, including ensuring that dates are planned, students are recruited and parental agreements are returned;
• Planning and organising the logistical elements of the programme (timetables, activities, sessions plans etc) through liaising with Yes Futures head office, school staff, businesses, charitable organisations and the rest of the Coaching team;
• Creation of Risk Assessments, parent letters and programme-related documents for schools;
• Sourcing materials needed for programme sessions, including lunches for trips;
• Assisting with finance and petty cash where required.

Management of volunteer Yes Futures Coaches

• Managing and developing the skills of your Coaching teams (usually 2-6 adults per school);
• Ongoing communication with your Coaching teams, to foster their enthusiasm and commitment;
• Supporting Coach recruitment for future programmes;
• Supporting the planning and delivery of training for Coaches;
• Maintaining accurate and secure records of Coaches’ personal information, absences, sickness and other relevant information.

Evaluation and reporting

• Facilitating the pre-, mid- and end of programme evaluations;
• Oversight and input of key student monitoring data and impact data;
• Debriefing and ongoing feedback collection from schools and Coaches;
• Ensure all work is carried out in an effective and timely manner to support continued high standards of the Yes Futures programmes.

Programme Managers will also be given the opportunity to support with other Head Office functions, including but not limited to:

• Strengthening our strategy, programme design and theory of change;
• Supporting the marketing of Yes Futures to new schools and customers;
• Developing our fundraising strategy through bid writing and other fundraising tasks;
• Establishing relationships with key partner organisations;
• Planning our future Ambassador offer and other pilot programmes.

In addition, as part of our focus on employee development, you will be able to dedicate time to individual personal development opportunities and gain further professional growth through leading working groups in strategic areas in which you are interested.

Benefits to you

Yes Futures is an incredible place to work. In the past two years, we have been awarded places in both the Top 100 Social Enterprises UK and the Escape 100: Best Companies to Escape To. 

This is a unique opportunity to have an incredible impact, by joining our ambitious team at this exciting stage in the charity’s growth. You will have significant ownership over your work, enabling you to thrive and grow your talents in a collaborative environment alongside a supportive, fun team of colleagues.

As well as a generous reward package, we provide:

• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays, increasing year-on-year to 30 days’ holiday after five years of service.
• Additional 3 days’ volunteering leave, so you can focus on your other charitable passions.
• Workplace pension with employer contribution of 5%.
• Flexible approach to work (remote working and flexibility around core hours 10am-4pm)).
• Generous CPD allowance for professional development and qualifications.

With us, you will make a tangible difference to thousands of young people’s lives. 

Some testimonials from our current employees:

• "Yes Futures is an extremely positive and supportive working environment. All employees are valued and encouraged to contribute across all areas of the charity. My team are so enthusiastic and passionate about the fundamental ethos -  helping to build a positive future for young people." 
• "As well as every day being different, and the work we do being so rewarding, we have a fantastic team of dedicated, intelligent, interesting, passionate people! It's wonderful to be part of it all!" 
• "I work with a supportive team with great passion and energy. We are all so different but share a passion for supporting young people. Our CEO is an inspiration and leads the way with her positivity, drive and enthusiasm."

How to apply

If you would like to apply, please send a CV and cover letter (max 600 words) to applications @ yesfutures. org.  Please quote the role title and your name the subject line (e.g. Programme Manager - ‘Your Name’) by Monday 1 July (9am).

Please include:

• Your motivations for applying
• How your skills and experience meet the person specification for this role
• Your home address/ town or postcode (which should be within the specified region)
• Your preference for full or part-time roles (i.e. days per week)
• If you have access to a vehicle for work (this is not a requirement for the role but helps us effectively plan our school allocations).
• The date from which you are available to start the role

Dates and recruitment timeline

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a first-stage online interview taking place on 9 & 10 July (invitations will be sent by Friday 5 July at the latest).  Successful candidates will then be invited to an Assessment Centre and Interview taking place on Wednesday 17 July (in-person at our Brixton office in London).  Please keep all these dates free.

Start date

Ideally, we are looking for a Programme Manager to start by late August/ early September in order to provide a comprehensive induction and handover prior to the next delivery cycle in September (though there may be some flexibility to accommodate the right candidate).

JOB DESCRIPTION
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Role: The Forces Employment Charity (FEC) is seeking a dedicated and highly motivated Specialist Employment Consultant to join our team. The primary responsibility of this role is to facilitate and coordinate employment case-working support for CTP (Assist), Service Leavers (SLs) and Veterans, up to 2 years post-discharge and job role reports to CTP (Assist) Manager. The goal is to assist them in finding appropriate and sustainable civilian employment or other suitable vocational outcomes.

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The Role is based at MoD Personnel Recovery Centre (Catterick) / MoD Personnel Recovery Unit (PRU Catterick) and hybrid.

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This part-time, permanent position involves a 28-hour work week and offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of Service Leavers (SLs) and Veterans.

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The first round of interviews will be conducted face-to-face at Catterick PRC on 21st June 2024.

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Principal Responsibilities:

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• Deliver specialist vocational case-working support to allocated CTP (Assist) clients in order that they achieve their Preferred Vocational Outcomes (PVOs).
• Provide effective CTP (Assist) case working support using the CTP (Assist) Work instructions and database.
• As a member of the Recovery Units CTP (Assist) casework handling team, work with relevant MoD staff to deliver the employment aspects of CTP (Assist) Individual Recovery Plans (IRPs).
• Act as the CTP (Assist) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to PRU staff and local units, working alongside another SEC.
• Provide career, employment advice and guidance to allocated CTP (Assist) clients in accordance with their IRPs and Vocational Assessment (VA) provided under CTP.
• Coordinate CTP (Assist) client access to training opportunities, supporting their applications for additional training grants as necessary.
• Identify and source suitable Personnel on Recovery Duty (PRD) specific work based training and work experience opportunities within the geographical area in accordance with their IRPs. 
• Ensure all CTP (Assist) employment, training and vocational opportunities sourced are fed into the affiliated regional Employer Relationship Manager (ERM), thus ensuring a joined up and integrated CTP employer engagement approach.
• Delivery/Facilitation of SEC components of Recovery Transition Workshop courses and support CTW+/CRE courses as requested.
• Identify and subsequently engage with Training and Adult Education providers to identify opportunities that meet clients’ requirements in accordance with IRPs.
• As required, provide in work support to ensure client vocational outcomes are sustainable.
• Monitor successful employment placement success for CTP (Assist) clients as a key component of overall outcomes.
• When required and appropriate, work closely with regional teams such as:

•            CTP Regional Resettlement Centre (RRC) & Career Consultants (CCs)

•             Future Horizon Employment Advisor (s)

•             FEC Ex-Forces Employment Advisors (Veterans)

• Maintain accuracy and integrity in all interactions with the CTP BMS, Job site, and the CTP website and tools, ensuring timely recording of all client and employer engagement activity.
• Attend MDT’s and work with wider organisations in order to support the PRD you are working with (when required).
• ​Co-ordinate employment and vocational aspects of the recovery process with other supporting military charities.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION

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Essential Competencies:
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• Motivated self-starter with ability to work largely unsupervised within a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to achieving successful outcomes for clients.
• Evidenced ability to provide effective case-working support to vulnerable adults to achieve agreed aims.
• Natural facilitative skills, used to managing stakeholders in a sensitive and sometimes pressured environment in which confidentiality is key.
• A desire to achieve through self-motivation and initiative, with an ability to exercise judgement and discretion.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills. 
• Clean driving license and exclusive use of a car.  There may be significant travel associated with visiting CTP (Assist) clients, attending conferences and training.
• The ability to deliver briefings and, with further training, support and facilitation to wider employment support activities.

Desirable Competencies:
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• Empathy with Armed Forces personnel and an understanding of the challenges they face in finding appropriate and sustainable employment, particularly vulnerable or disadvantaged individuals.
• A good understanding of the employment market, including recruitment, welfare to work provision, work-based learning, and vocational training.
• NVQ L4 in Advice, Information and Guidance.

Security Clearance:
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• Successful candidates will be required to undertake a Ministry of Defence security clearance check which requires applicants to have been resident in the UK for over 5 years. Successful candidates will also be the subject of an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (EDBS) check.

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Forces Employment Charity is an equal opportunities employer, and values having a diverse workforce. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates.

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If you meet the criteria and are passionate about supporting service leavers in their transition to civilian employment, we encourage you to please apply with your CV and cover letter by midnight at 12:00 AM by 17th June 2024.

Supportability is a sector-leading Charity that provides high-quality, person-centred individual and group-based services for Children, Young People, and Adults. We believe people with disabilities are equally valued and empowered to live full and rewarding lives.

We are seeking an Operations Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) at our Head Office in Heaton Moor, Stockport.  The post holder will be responsible for managing and developing the Charity’s service provision and ensuring compliance with CQC regulations.  You will be expected to provide strong leadership and management to the service managers (residential and day opportunities) so that they are effectively developed and organised and operate as an effective management team to ensure operational reliability, consistency, and affordability for those we support. 

You will contribute to the Charity’s strategic planning, governance and lead on quality improvement and financial and performance management of operational services and will also have responsibility for the achievement of key objectives within the Charity’s Strategy and Business Plan in conjunction with the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive and Service Manager roles.

Do you have what we are looking for?

Applicants must have the following qualifications and experience (further requirements are contained within the job description):

· A level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification or a willingness to work towards

· Management experience in the health and social care sector

· Experience of working as part of a Senior Management structure within health and social care or working with and reporting into a senior management team and board of trustees

· Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of regulation and legislation in relation to the children and adult disability sector.

· A good understanding of CQC and the ability and experience to ensure service provisions meet the required standards to achieve a “good” rating at the very least.

· Experience in implementing and/or adhering to Quality Assurance frameworks and an understanding of the importance of these in supporting and positively impacting good quality service provision

This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check, and two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your current or most recent employer. 

WORK LIFE BALANCE – EXCELLENT SALARY– AUTONOMY-REMOTE WORK

Zen Fundraising is a well-established face-to-face fundraising company working with many national and international charity partners around the UK.

We are a family run business and a market leader in securing high-quality, long-term donors for our charities, providing an excellent return on investment which allows them to carry out their life saving work.

Zen are currently seeking to employ a training officer who will bring enthusiasm, knowledge, and support to the journeys of our fundraisers, whether they’re taking their first steps with us, or honing their skills to be the best they can be!

If you have at least six month’s experience in a face-to-face fundraising, or coaching role, we would love to hear from you.

This training operates mostly over zoom, so we are interested in speaking to candidates who are tech literate, know how to capture the focus of a crowd, and are ready to find and implement new ways of making sure training stays engaging in the digital age, using creative training methods or software tools.

You will also have the opportunity to bring these training sessions to life in person, working with our teams from various regions, working with varied campaigns, team cultures and fundraising styles, while getting to travel all over the UK.

As Zen’s training officer you will be responsible for:

· Holding weekly compliance training, teaching the fundamentals of the industry, the rules by which fundraising works, and why they are so important.

· Attending charity training sessions with charity clients, and replicating these sessions with teams, as well as helping individuals develop dialogues pitching these charities to prospective donors.

· Producing and delivering skills-based training for our internal teams, to help them maximise their potential.

· Produce and deliver refresher trainings addressing key issues with individuals and teams.

· Accurate and regular upkeep of training records

Zen will ensure that you are supported to develop and grow within the role. We have a highly experienced, devoted and caring team of managers and office staff, covering various roles such as client account management, compliance, HR, welcome calling, training, and administration. Zen will ensure that you are warmly welcomed and quickly feel part of the family. You will always know where to turn with a query and you will be given clear expectations and goals for the development of yourself, your career, and your team.

We offer:

· Excellent salary

· Multiple work from home days each week and opportunities for UK travel

· A dedication to support, growth, and development from an incredibly experienced management team

· Additional benefits such as free gym membership and counselling sessions, paid volunteer days and more.

· The opportunity to take real ownership and be creative with training materials, and out of the box training methods.

· The opportunity to share your thoughts, ideas and experience, and have the support to bring these to fruition.

If you have the experience outlined above and would like to find out more about what Zen do, how we do it and how we could help further your career please send us your CV and we will be in touch

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free or subsidised travel

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Commission pay
• Performance bonus
• Tips
• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person

As the first Resourcing Consultant, you’ll join the Operations Director in launching Yonder, a not-for-profit recruitment agency specifically targeting temporary social workers. Yonder, created in collaboration with local authority partners in the Liverpool City Region and backed by funding from the Department of Education, is set to revolutionize the industry. 

As our Resourcing Consultant, you’ll be responsible for recruiting Experienced Social Workers for Local Authority Children’s Social Work teams. We’ll be relying on you to bring knowledge of the North West temporary social work market, as well as expert talent souring and relationship building skills. You’ll be supported by a team with extensive experience of the wider recruitment industry and as well as the local health and social care sector. This is a rare opportunity to join a start-up at the beginning of its journey and work hand-in hand with the Senior team, shaping Yonder’s values, culture and operating practices from the ground up. Join us and be part of the change.

You’re an expert communicator, with excellent written and verbal comms skills. You thrive working in a fast-paced environment and flourish in problem solving and overcoming challenges. You’ll build a pipeline of candidates using job boards, LinkedIn and networking, whilst raising Yonder’s profile by to spreading our vision and ambitions throughout the temporary social work market. Yonder candidates will have a relational experience working with our Resourcing Consultants. You’ll be responsible for guiding candidates through the interview process, ensuring compliance checks are completed as well as for providing excellent after care following successful placements. 

We’re all about doing things differently and would love to hire someone who wants to be involved in helping shape the future of Yonder. What could this look like? Leading candidate events, influencing how we reinvest our profits into candidates and local authorities to help improve the quality of support for children and families, shaping our marketing campaign and inputting into the future direction of the business. 

We’re looking to recruit an exceptional individual for this role, so if you can cover our essentials list and you are motivated to help create long-term positive impact for families, children, and local authorities in the North West, this could be the perfect role for you. 

• You have experience in Social Worker recruitment 

• You’re proud of your desire to create change (but not put off by obstacles along the way) 

• You’re an excellent communicator and relish building strong professional relationships with a range of stakeholders 

• You’re open and honest about what is and isn’t working and will actively engage with your colleagues to problem solve to develop solutions to challenges. 

To apply, send your CV and answers to the questions in the Applicant Pack to Sam Thorley. 

Closing date 30 June 2024. 

Appointment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working hours: 35 hours per week to be worked Monday to Friday

Location: Cathedral Centre, 3 Ford Street, Salford, M3 6DP Salary & benefits: £36,338 - £40,289 per annum depending on skills and experience, 25 days holidays, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days (subject to pro-rata for part-time employees).

About: In response to emerging needs and the implementation of the Diocesan Property Strategy, the Diocese of Salford is looking to appoint an experienced individual to support and develop Grant and Bid Writing within the diocese. The successful post holder will be expected to represent and work in accordance with the ethos of the Diocese of Salford and to ensure the highest standards of financial management are maintained.

What we are looking for: We are looking for a person with excellent written skills with the ability to produce concise and creative bids. The post holder will have proficient IT skills, specifically Microsoft Office software and excellent communication and presentation skills required to build relationships with potential funders. 

What you will need: The successful candidate will need to be educated to A Level standard or equivalent and have experience of National Lottery Heritage Fund applications. They will have significant experience in Trusts, Grants or Corporate grant and bid writing as well as a proven record of successful applications for funding from Trusts and/or other Grant making bodies.

Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service and barred list checks will be undertaken for working with children and vulnerable adults. All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups.

They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to deal with allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found on our website

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Friday 28th June 2024

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Finance to lead our financial operations. This critical role will oversee all aspects of financial management, ensuring our charity continues to operate efficiently and effectively while maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity.

You will play a key role in our committed, enthusiastic, and supportive Senior Leadership Team and enjoy a challenging role which brings great job satisfaction.

This is an exciting opportunity to build on the charity’s existing successes, developing strength and sustainability to underpin services that that bring a voice hope and change, for Sussex people helping them to live healthy and fulfilling lives.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and forecasting; manage financial risks, investments, and reserves.
• Lead and manage the finance team, ensuring the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Provide financial guidance to the CEO, SLT, Trustees, and stakeholders; attend and present at key meetings.
• Manage financial administration including banking, payroll, tax returns, annual accounts, audit, and continuous process improvements.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA or equivalent).
• Have an understanding of the charity environment and wider landscape.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills and team working.
• Have a positive attitude.
• Can plan and prioritise own and others’ work to set deadlines, with good time management skills.

We welcome informal conversations prior to receiving written applications, please call us to discuss the role with our current Head of Finance.

Closing date: 5pm on Monday, 17th June 2024.

Interview date: To be confirmed.

Financial Controller | London | Permanent | C. £60,000 + amazing benefits!

For a leading charity for girls and young women in the UK, we're recruiting a Financial Controller to join their ambitious, busy, and dynamic Finance and Commercial Team in London. Reporting to the Head of Finance, this role will manage all day-to-day financial controls and processing and will lead on the year-end audit and statutory reporting process. Whilst providing expert advice on VAT and other taxes, the Financial Controller will also take a lead on strengthening financial controls and systems and will lead and develop a Finance team of 3 staff.

What you'll be doing:

• Lead all day-to-day financial controls and processing for HQ and lead the financial support to stakeholders.
• Lead on annual external Audit across the Group (Charity and Trading Subsidiary) and prepare statutory financial statements - being the main point of contact with the Auditors
• Lead strategic oversight of the cash flow and investments
• Provide first-class advice on all tax matters. Prepare VAT and Corporation Tax returns, maximise Gift Aid, and support HR with payroll taxes
• Manage, motivate, and develop a high-performing team of 3 staff (Financial Operations Lead, Finance Officer and Finance Assistant)
• Partner with the Systems Accountant in the identification and implementation of systems changes and developments

What you'll offer us:

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with solid experience of managing year-end and annual audit processes
• Strong people and process management and a track record of developing a multi-skilled finance team
• Experience leading the annual audit process, liaising with external Audit.
• Experience of cash-flow forecasting and treasury management
• Charity accounting, VAT and Tax experience would be beneficial
• Experience of developing and implementing robust financial processes and systems
• Attention to detail, a love of people, self-motivation, and a passion to drive change!

What we'll offer you:

• 25 days' paid Holiday each year, rising to 30 (with tenure), and the ability to buy 5 more
• 15% Pension (employer contribution is 10%, and employee 5%), plus 4x Salary Life Assurance
• A truly flexible working environment including Flexitime, TOIL, and Family Friendly policies
• Healthcare, Eyesight Tests, Gym Discounts, Flu Vaccination, a Career Break, and many more!

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As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Sussex Community Foundation is one of the fastest growing community foundations in the UK. We strive to make Sussex a fairer, more equal place, by connecting philanthropists, companies and donors with charities in their local community.

We have a strong track record of raising funds by providing Donor Advised Funds and philanthropy advice to high value donors. Our success is built on the relationships and the trust we build with our supporters. Donations enable us to give grants to local charities today and to build a lasting endowment fund for generations to come.

As Head of Philanthropy, your role would be to lead our fund development strategy and our Philanthropy Team to the next level. We aim to achieve even more ambitious income goals by building strong and lasting relationships with high value donors.

This is an exciting time to join the Foundation. You will inspire donors, supporters and colleagues. You will have the opportunity to shape the strategic goals of our multi-year fundraising campaign, developing and implementing the major donor engagement strategy, and leading the team to grow and manage our portfolio of major donor prospects. We are a small team so you will also need a hands-on approach.

At Sussex Community Foundation, we are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, regardless of background, identity, or ability. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and different communities. We know there are many ways to gain experience, so if you think you can do the job, please apply and tell us how you meet the criteria.

If you are passionate about supporting local communities to make a difference and building strong relationships with major donors, this a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact.

The closing date for applications is 1st July 2024 midday and we are only accepting applications through the Charity Job portal as we are using the anonymised application function.

We’re looking for a motivated individual with an eye for detail and accuracy to join our growing team at Basis Yorkshire as Financial Admin Assistant. Basis are a unique and vibrant small charity working with women who sex work and women young people being sexually exploited. We need a new member of staff to support us processing regular financial transactions of the charity and supporting the Finance Manager to ensure the organisation is able to monitor its financial risk and compliant with financial procedures in close collaboration and supervision by the Finance Manager.

• Produce and send invoices for payments owed and monitoring of payments
• Reconcile income from bank statements with invoices (credit control)
• Log incoming invoices and other expenditure onto accounting system
• Monitor credit card expenditure including matching up with invoices
• Responsibility for petty cash float and input into the Fin. Administration system
• Support the completion of funding reports and preparation of budgets for funding proposals
• Supporting the wider finance and admin team incl dealing with general enquiries

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer, and working with 2 Employability Leads and 3 Volunteer Managers, in this role you will lead on the volunteer strategy and develop a volunteer recruitment and retention plan.

You will design and deliver a safeguarding policy training plan for all staff, as Safeguarding Lead.

You will create a series of employability programmes based on our flagship FareChance model, supporting NEET people.  And you will build and work with our volunteer, employability and warehouse teams to ensure they have the skills, support and training needed to manage the volunteeer workforce and deliver the employability programmes across the charity.

You will line manage 3 volunteer managers, based in St Judes and Bedminster in Bristol and in Sisna Park in Plymouth, as well as 2 employability leads based in Bedminster and inner city Bristol, and any future employability staff based din Plymouth.