We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and passionate individual to lead on the development and growth of PAPYRUS in Northern Ireland. In this unique role, you will start with a blank canvas and have the responsibility of introducing PAPYRUS to Northern Ireland and growing the awareness and presence of our brand. This will involve engaging with communities and working closely with partners and those with lived experience of suicidal thoughts and behaviours. You will need to be a self-starter and able to work on your own as this role will lead on the development of suicide prevention activity and the recruitment of staff, once the demand on services increases. Initially you will work alone within our new office in Belfast whilst being supported by the Chief Executive and other members of the Senior Management Team.
This role would suit someone who is energetic and passionate about making a difference. This is an incredibly rewarding opportunity where you will work to create suicide-safer communities across Northern Ireland and encourage a real change in behaviours which will save young lives.
JOB DESCRIPTION
PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide is the national UK charity dedicated to the prevention of young suicide.
1DESIGNATION Head of PAPYRUS in Northern Ireland
2HOURS 36 hours per week
3SALARY Competitive salary + 5% pension contribution and death in service benefit
4LOCATION Belfast with travel across the UK
5RESPONSIBLE TO Chief Executive
6ACCOUNTABLE FOR Northern Ireland-based staff
7PURPOSE OF POST To own, develop and sustain our presence in Northern Ireland
8KEY RELATIONSHIPS
The post holder will lead on developing a base, a team of staff and volunteers and drive a programme of suicide prevention activity across Northern Ireland as set out in our strategic plan. This will involve engaging with all communities and in particular working closely with partners and those with lived experience of suicidal thoughts and behaviours. The post holder will be a key member of PAPYRUS Senior Management Team and will be expected to work closely with them to deliver the organisation’s strategic objectives.
9MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
9.1To develop the presence and activity of the charity in and across Northern Ireland
- Set up a base with a view to developing a team operating from it in Central Belfast
- Recruit and support a small team once business opportunities are established
- Take a lead role in the engagement of strategic partners and key stakeholders such as
-National Advisory Group (Northern Ireland) on suicide prevention and self-harm reduction (or equivalent)
-Regional Suicide Prevention Partnerships and their Chairpersons
-Other suicide prevention charities and organisations in Northern Ireland
-Young people at risk of suicide and their organisations, media and social networks
-Health and Wellbeing Boards / Clinical Commissioning Groups or their equivalent
-Schools and colleges; Universities and related infrastructure organisations
-The Media (alongside our press Media Office)
-Those who have been touched by young suicide (parents, family members, friends, colleagues)
- Identify and follow up appropriate opportunities across different sectors to prevent young suicides and to seize opportunities to help sustain and grow the charity’s business in Northern Ireland
9.2To support and report to the Chief Executive, working with other managers
-Contribute to strategic planning, budgeting, income generation, risk management and service delivery
-Contribute to and attend PAPYRUS conferences and seminars as required
-Be an ambassador for the charity and model effective engagement with stakeholders at all levels including attending and representing the charity at national, regional and local meetings/events
-Represent the charity in print and broadcast media when required
9.3To engage a core group of families and communities who have been touched personally by suicide and to support and equip them to be active in the prevention of young suicides as an integral part of our charity
-Recruit, Support and Manage Volunteers according to PAPYRUS policy and best practice
-Engage effectively with those with lived experience of young suicidality in Northern Ireland
-Ensure the charity uses these key people effectively and appropriately in promoting, campaigning, sharing stories, influencing and engaging others in reaching our strategic goals
10OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
-Contribute as required to the advice and information PAPYRUS provides on its web site, its social media portals and its literature for the public and stakeholders.
-Respect confidentiality within policy and manage information as per the Data Protection legislation and General Data Protection Regulations
-Understand duties and manage any matters relating to safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults within PAPYRUS policy and in line with safeguarding legislation and agreed protocols.
-Attend and contribute constructively to line management supervision and appraisal protocols.
-Attend training courses and develop agreed professional development plans within the scope of the post.
11ADDITIONAL DUTIES
It is the nature of the work of PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide that tasks and responsibilities are in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All staff are, therefore, expected to work in a flexible way when the occasion arises and when tasks not specifically covered in their job description have to be undertaken. These additional duties will normally be to cover unforeseen circumstances or changes in work and they will normally be compatible with the regular type of work. If the additional responsibility or task becomes a regular or frequent part of the job, it will be included in the job description in consultation with the member of staff.
12CONFIDENTIALITY
It is expected that all PAPYRUS employees understand that our work is confidential and that neither details about those who use its services nor any other PAPYRUS business should be divulged to members of the public. A confidentiality agreement must be signed on taking up this post. Further details are outlined in the PAPYRUS Confidentiality Policy.
13BASIC PRINCIPLES
The post holder is expected to be familiar with and have regard to the ethos and values of PAPYRUS and work within that framework. He/she must be prepared to operate without prejudice to all who approach PAPYRUS or work with the organisation at any level.
14CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
Conditions of Service are broadly in line with those set out by the National Joint Council for Local Government Services. PAPYRUS has a probationary period of 6 months for all posts. Appointment to this post may be subject to satisfactory completion of Vetting and Barring Scheme checks.
Our Vision
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Youth Outreach Officer
Full-time at 35 hours, Home/Office Based,
Vacancy Locations: Northern Ireland, Yorkshire & Humber.
Salary: £25,000 - £28,000
Permanent
GamCare is the UK’s leading provider of advice and support to problem gamblers and their loved ones. Its flagship Youth Outreach Programme “BigDeal” is expanding, and a new support service for young people will be launched in April 2020. The programme is designed to deliver education to young people on safe gambling choices over the next four years.
GamCare are recruiting for a Youth Outreach officers to promote, schedule and deliver this work and build strong regional networks around this work.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Establish the reputation of the GamCare Youth Outreach programme in youth work settings across regions
- Promote, arrange and deliver training sessions to youth-facing professionals (e.g. youth workers, teachers, social workers) in your region
- Promote, arrange and deliver young peoples’ workshops to 11-19 year olds in the regions and surrounding areas
- Maintain a network of local stakeholders
- Maintain accurate records and provide statistical information required to assist delivery and evaluation.
- Be a point of contact for people interested in GamCare’s young people’s projects in the regions and surrounding area
You should have previous experience working with young people aged 11-19 and delivering educative content to a variety of audiences.
The role will require delivery time in the specified region and the surrounding area, as well as administration done from home.
You will form part of an enthusiastic team working and committed to supporting those affected by problem gambling across Great Britain, and work with a supportive a supportive line management team.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
To apply, please go onto the GamCare website and complete an application form and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Survey.
Please note we do not accept CVs
GamCare is committed to processing your personal data fairly, lawfully and transparently in line with GDPR. For further information on GamCare’s recruitment privacy notice please refer to our website.
If you would like an acknowledgement that your application has been received, please ensure the application is attached and put the following subject in your email:
Job application: <name of vacancy> and name of region
Please note that if the subject is not correct, you may not receive a confirmation
Previous applicants need not apply
To discuss the role further please email Megan Pengelly (Programme Manager). Applications sent to this address will not be accepted.
Closing date for applications is 9am Friday 31 January 2020
Interview dates: w/c 3rd February.
Interviews are scheduled to take place in Belfast/Leeds or remotely via video conference.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Learning Coordinator
Hours: Full time, 35hrs/week, Monday to Friday
Based: London, Birmingham, Salford, Cardiff, Edinburgh or Belfast
Salary: £32,000 - £34,000 per annum
Into Film is an education charity that puts film at the heart of children and young people’s educational, cultural and personal development. We are proud to say that over half of UK schools engage with our exciting programme of film clubs, cinema screenings, resources and training.
A new opportunity for a Senior Learning Coordinator has opened up at Into film in our Learning Team, reporting to the Training Manager, the postholder will be responsible for devising, commissioning and delivering high-quality film-focused online training, face-to-face courses for teachers and resources for use predominantly in school classroom settings and Into Film clubs and will have line management responsibility for the Learning Officer within the team.
The successful candidate will have UK teaching experience with the ability to train and support peers together with experience of planning, writing, overseeing and facilitating/moderating written online course content from inception to publication and will be able to demonstrate experience in learning management systems and online learning. Significant experience of relationship building with will stakeholders, proven research, presentation and persuasive communication skills together with experience of working with and/or a good understanding of initial teacher training with demonstrative experience of engaging with these or similar partner organisations is also a requirement for the role.
The closing date for applications is midday, 7th February, with interviews anticipated to be held on 13th & 14th February.
To Apply and for More Information:
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.
Please note that we will only consider application forms uploaded at the 'Apply for this opening' link on our site - CVs or email applications will not be considered.
The successful applicant will need to undertake and maintain enhanced DBS clearance, which will be arranged by Into Film.
No agencies please.
Business Development Coordinator
Hours: Full time, 35hrs/week
Based: London, Birmingham, Salford, Cardiff, Edinburgh or Belfast
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Into Film is an education charity that puts film at the heart of children and young people’s educational, cultural and personal development. We are proud to say that over half of UK schools engage with our exciting programme of film clubs, cinema screenings, resources and training.
We are looking for a Business Development Coordinator who will play an important role within our Business Development team. The team is responsible for maintaining the excellent relationships we already have with our funders and stakeholders, within the youth, education and film sectors and for identifying and building new partnerships to help us deliver the programme.
Reporting into and working closely with the Corporate Partnerships Manager to deliver Into Film's unique new film release marketing offer. Into Film has built relationships with the marketing teams of the UK’s key film distributors and offers a schools facing marketing service creating bespoke, branded film education materials that are promoted to teachers, students and parents in the run up to a film’s theatrical or home entertainment release. The role also provides general administration support to the Business Development team.
The successful applicant will have experience of working within a creative communication, marketing and/or partnerships role and will have excellent administrative and project coordination skills with the ability to work collaboratively within a team yet be self-motivated to work under their own initiative. Confident and clear communications skills and the ability to manage tasks effectively, coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and focus on delivery within a busy work environment is also a pre-requisite for the role.
The closing date for applications is midday on Monday 10th February, with interviews anticipated to be held 25th and 26th February 2020.
To Apply and for More Information:
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.
Please note that we will only consider application forms uploaded at the 'Apply for this opening' link on our site - CVs or email applications will not be considered.
The successful applicant will need to undertake and maintain enhanced DBS clearance, which will be arranged by Into Film.
No agencies please.
We're excited to be able to offer you a new opportunity to join our team in managing two shops within Northern Ireland.
Do you like being empowered? And empowering others? Do you have experience of successfully leading a team? Are you passionate and creative? Are you flexible, adaptable and willing to learn?
We're looking for someone who loves working with people and has the ability to lead and inspire those around them. Our successful candidate will be someone who is energetic and positive in their approach and attitude, with the ability to instil this in others. They will be hard working and can lead by example, being hands on themselves when necessary but ultimately with the ability to drive productivity through empowering the volunteer team.
This is a great opportunity for someone who can work with a diverse group of volunteers to create a welcoming atmosphere in each shop to attract more volunteers, donors and supporters. As well as being someone who is driven and motivated by raising money for Save the Children, the right candidate will be able to motivate their teams to achieve goals and targets for the shop in a positive way. They will need to be able to work collaboratively with peers and colleagues, actively engaging with others and building strong working relationships. Whilst charity retail experience is not essential, we do require someone with a business mind with the ability to make confident commercial decisions using information available to them.
As a dual-site Shop Manager, we can offer you a challenging but enjoyable and hugely rewarding role with Save the Children. We will provide you with the right training, support and coaching you need in order to successfully manage and lead a team of volunteers in running our Belmont Road & Holywood shops.
Save the Children shops are at the heart of the community, providing a welcoming and positive environment for people to come together to volunteer, donate and shop.
Our shop in Holywood is in the heart of the high street in this busy and vibrant area. Surrounded by an eclectic mix of boutique shops, charity retailers, coffee houses and award-winning eateries. You'll be aiming to catch the eye of the influx of day-trippers to the town as well as engaging with the local community to build a volunteer team and secure quality donations. Less than 4 miles away in East Belfast lies our Belmont Road shop. With a bustling city village feel this is a great location and you will be catering to a diverse mix of local residents, encouraging them to shop, donate and support our cause.
Does this excite you? Have you got what we're looking for?
If so, we'd love to hear from you.
Working in more than 120 countries, Save the Children does whatever it takes to create breakthroughs in the way the world treats children. Together, we save children's lives, fight for their rights and help them fulfil their potential.
At Save the Children we are committed to the safeguarding and protection of children in our work. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. If you share our mission, are passionate about making it happen and strongly believe you can contribute then join us and we'll give you every opportunity to succeed. We look forward to hearing from you.
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds, LGBT+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as these are underrepresented at Save the Children UK.
To apply please visit our website.
Closing date: 9th February 2020
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