We're looking for an Operations Director to join our enthusiastic and dedicated team to help oversee our day-to-day operations, ensuring the good name of The Survivors Trust.  We anticipate that this role will evolve over time to reflect the growing needs of the charity. 

Inititial responsibilities will be in the following areas:

• Operations - improving project delivery processes and suggesting system changes
• Service Standards -  engaging with Member Agencies to further develop external verification processes
• Trauma-Informed Quality Mark - further development and promotion of our TIE Quality Mark

Person specification

Our ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate commitment to TST's ethos, mission and values
• Be able to identify and develop improvements to existing processes
• Be able to work independently and learn new things quickly
• Be an effective and compassionate communicator
• Have excellent organisational skills and IT competencies

Work experience, particularly in an operations-focussed/service management role in the specialist sexual violence voluntary sector or general voluntary sector is essential.

This post could be considered as a full-time role for one individual meeting all competencies.  Alternatively, we would consider a job share.

Location

Our offices are based in Rugby Warwickshire, but many elements of this role are easily delivered through home working.  There will be an element of travel involved in the future.  At the moment, we are working remotely and will not return to the office until it is appropriate to do so.  We are committed to respecting the fact that the appropriate time to return to the office may vary from person to person.

We're looking for a Development Officer to join our enthusiastic and dedicated team to support project delivery of workshops and support for practitioners in London.

Main responsibilities will be in the following areas:

• Providing project delivery support for the London Training Manager
• Developing promotional material
• Researching and developing contacts to promote workshops and practitioner support
• Administrative support in arranging workshops and webinars
• Conducting and reporting on participant surveys

Person Specification

Our ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate commitment to TST's ethos, mission and values
• Have an excellent ability to research, analyse and present information
• Have good attention to detail
• Be an effecrive and compassionate communicator
• Be confident in using MS office
• Be flexible in their approach to team and project work

An understanding of gender based violence and the work of specialist rape and sexual abuse support services will be an advantage.  Work experience, particularly in a development office role in the specialist sexual violence and abuse voluntary sector or general voluntary sector will be regarded as relevant and important as much as education or specific qualifications.

Location

This role will be based in Rugby, Warwickshire, with travel to locations in London or other England locations from time to time.  We are currently working remotely and will not return to the office until it is appropriate.  We understand that the appropriate time to return to the office will be different for some people.

We're looking for a Communcations and Campaigns Officer to join our enthusiastic and dedicated team to manage our internal and external communications systems and to develop our social media presence.

Main responsibiliites will be in the following areas:

• Managing internal communications 
• Managing external communications including social media and website content
• Collating, editing and circulating the bi-monthly newsletter to Member Agencies
• Developing our social media prsence and creating website content relevant to survivors and our Member Agencies
• Supporting creative and strategic planning of campaigns
• Managing media requests

Person specification

Our ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate commitment to TST's ethos, mission and values
• Have excellent ability to research, analyse and present information
• Be familiar with social media and digital campaign concepts
• Be an effective and compassionate communicator
• Be confident in using MS office
• Be flexible in their approach to team and project work

An understanding of gender based violence and the work of specialist rape and sexual abuse support services will be an advantage.  Work experience, particularly in a communications or campaigns focussed role in the specialist sexual violence voluntary sector or general voluntary sector will be regarded as relevant and important as much as education or specific qualifications.

Location

Our offices are based in Rugby, Warwickshire.  We are currently working remotely and will only return to the office when it is appropriate to do so.  We appreciate that the appropriate time to return to the office may be different for some people.   There may in future be travel requirements to support events.

We're looking for a Policy and Standards Manager to join our enthusiastic and dedicated team to lead on developing policies, guidance and standards for delivering online suport and counselling for survivors of sexual violence and sexual abuse.  They will also develop policy positions on delivery of services for victims/survivors of childhood sexual abuse and ensure survivors are involved at all stages in service development and evaluation.

Main responsibilities will be in the following areas:

• Identifying, monitoring and evaluating policy issues and formulating policy responses and new policy positions to support delivery of services for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, with a focus on online services
• Working with our Member AGencies to develop a range of products to support online services
• Working with survivors to evaluate project outcomes and develop lessons learned reports

Person specification

Our ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate commitment to TST's ethos, mission and values
• Have excellent analytical skills and ability to evaluate complex issues relating to service provison for survivors of sexual violence and sexual abuse
• Undersand the importance of involving survivors in all aspects of service development
• Be an effective and compassionate communicator
• Be flexible in their appraoch to team and project work

Work experience, particularly in a policy or standards focussed role in the specialist sexual violence voluntary sector or general voluntary swector will be regarded as important as much as education or specific qualifications.

This post could be considered as a full-time role for one individual meeting all competencies.  Alternatively, we would consider a job share.

Location

Our offices are based in Rugby, Warwickshire, but this role can be effective from a home base.  There will be an element of travel involved in the future.  We are currentlfy working remotely and will not return to the office until it is appropriate to do so.  We are committed to respecting the fact that the appropriate time to return to the office may vary from person to person.

We're looking for an Operational Support Manager to join our enthusiastic and dedicated team to lead in providing our Member Agenies with direct support and in particular to help build their confidence, capacity and capability to provide online/digital counselling and support.

Main responsibilities will be in the following areas:

• Providing operational support to Member Agencies including developing relevant policies and procedures
• Supporting agencies to achieve compliance with national service standards
• Supporting standardised data mpnitoring across services
• Attending relevant working groups and forums

Person specification:

• You will need to demonstrate commitment to TST's ethos, mission and values
• Have excellent organisational skills and IT competencies
• Be able to work independently and learn new things quickly
• Be an effective communicator
• Be flexible in your approach to team and project work

The post could be considered as a full-time role for one individual meeting all competencies.  Alternatively we would consider a job share.

Work experience, particularly in an operations-focussed role in the specialist sexual violence voluntary sector or general voluntary sector will be regarded as relevant and important as much as education or specific qualifications.

Adult and Young Person’s Independent Sexual Violence Advisor (ISVA) 

Salary: £19,621 - £22,221 (pro rata) 

Hours: 37 hours per week With occasional weekends and evenings as and when the organisation requires (flexi-scheme available)

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS Check and Police Vetting 

Responsible For: No staff

Responsible to: Sexual Violence Services Team Leader

Liaison/ communication:

•  The post holder will work within a multi-agency setting and communicate regularly with other agencies.
• The post holder will communicate internally with all members of the FreeVA and wider UAVA teams, and report regularly to the Team Leader and other senior managers
• The post holder will represent FreeVA at various meetings or committees as deemed appropriate by the ISVA Team Leader, Service Manager, Chief Executive and/or the Board of Trustees 

Main purposes of the post; 

To provide pro-active services to adult victims of sexual violence within and outside the criminal justice to:

a) Risk assess clients and help clients keep safe

b) Ensure clients are aware of their options in relation to the recording and reporting of sexual assault

c) Help clients access their rights that they are entitled to including access to health and other services that they require

d) Monitor and keep clients informed of case progress

e) To ensure that the support is working to internal and multi-agency best practice guidelines; with the aim of increasing victim satisfaction, decreasing re-victimisation, ensuring victims have access to appropriate and timely support, explore reporting options and a reduction in victim withdrawals from the criminal justice process where appropriate

Main duties:

• To have a clear understanding of the myths and facts of sexual violence, rape trauma syndrome, the long term mental health effects of sexual violence, self-harm, suicidal feelings and attempts. 
• Work within a multi-agency setting to provide institutional advocacy for the rights of the client.
• Provide support and facilitate access to clients who have reported to the police, or referred to the service by a hospital or other organisation, if possible, within 24 hours of initial attendance for forensic examination or support, and subsequently as necessary until other support is identified or at the client’s request.
• Undertaking risk assessment and support needs analysis with client. Page 2 of 4
• Developing individual safety & support plans (SAS) to address risks/support needs of client.
• If assault was domestic violence related, liaise with the wider DV service. If the client is assessed as high risk, liaise with the IDVA and ensure a referral to MARAC is made following locally agreed protocols and attend and participate in meetings and follow-up on actions agreed in MARAC.
• Helping clients to access services to which they are entitled, e.g., through established referral pathways to sexual health follow-up services, making referrals to mental health services and local counseling organisations, assisting with the arrangement of child care and return to work or education as appropriate.
• To keep an up to date information knowledge base about appropriate and useful services to support clients who have a range of complex support needs. Liaising with team leader/service manager in developing referral routes and pathways as necessary.
• Providing face to face and telephone support (non-therapeutic) to clients and their supporters.
• Help clients to develop their own support network and access appropriate therapeutic interventions
• Explaining criminal sanctions, and if relevant, civil remedies and housing options to clients.
• Providing information and support in relation to Criminal Injuries Compensation.
• Where relevant (e.g. domestic violence cases), keep other agencies informed about important changes in client’s situation.
• Ensure child protection and vulnerable adult policies and procedures are followed at all times. 

If a client reports to the police:

• Support client through the criminal justice system, explaining the procedures and their role and rights within the system.
• Subject to local arrangements and the views of the client, support the client in the witness statement and during the trial phase in conjunction with Witness Services.
• Liaise with the police and CPS on behalf of the client, with the client’s consent and adhering to confidentiality policy in relation to release of information. If local protocols can be agreed, keep the victim informed about case progress on behalf of the police in line with the requirements of the Victims Code of Practice.
• To participate in case conferences with the police, CPS and prosecuting barrister.
• To understand the need for some clients accessing special measures.

General duties:

• Manage a caseload and maintain necessary case files and records including using OASIS database to report all support activity and monitoring information as required
• Evaluate the impact of the support on increased reporting and repeat victimisation on a regular basis, using a variety of methods
• Follow procedures and protocols with other services so that the safety of the clients is kept central to any process
• Note and feed back to other agencies any consistent difficulties clients are having in accessing their service and refer difficult cases as appropriate to manager and contribute to efforts to improve procedures and services.
• Contribute to the development of service policies, protocols, guidelines and strategies within area of practice as necessary
• To develop and maintain effective communication systems with key partners including the police, CPS, court service, social services, education, primary care trust (mental and sexual health) Victim Support, Witness Service, voluntary sector organizations, CAFCASS.
• To attend regular line management with the team leader, participate in team meetings and peer review
• To provide specialist advice to other workers and agencies, including participation in delivery of generic and specialist training sessions
• To be fully aware of resources available regarding interpreters, signers, etc
• Understand the legal framework relating to the protection of children including the policy and procedures of the Local Safeguarding Children’s Board.
• Refer on and arrange meetings with other agencies/services as necessary, for instance, solicitors, Citizens Advice Bureau, etc.
•  To support, promote and work in accordance with FreeVA’s aims and objectives
• To promote and develop the service in accordance with FreeVA’s policies, procedures and ethos and to liaise with other agencies as appropriate.
• Attend FreeVA meetings as appropriate.
• To undertake any other duties as may be required by the Board of Trustees from time to time, but which will be consistent with the role.
• Be committed to personal and professional development and undertake relevant training as appropriate.

Qualifications (Assessed by Application)

Essential:

A degree or recognised professional qualification in a related field (or alternatively a minimum of 3 years’ experience of working within the sexual violence or related field).

Desirable:

Recognised Accredited ISVA Qualification or equivalent professional qualification 

Work Experience / Knowledge (Assessed by Interview, Application, Presentation)

Essential:

• An understanding of the dynamics of sexual violence, including knowledge of impact of sexual violence on victims and children and of current legislation and good practice.
• A minimum of two-year work experience in the field of working with victims of sexual violence or related field.
• Understanding of safeguarding protocols including child protection issues and legal responsibilities.
• Experience of monitoring and evaluation.
• Understanding of the Criminal and Civil Justice System and the agencies involved
• Experience of working within multi-agency networks and settings
• Able to deliver training 

Desirable:

• Understanding of the Victims Code of Practice
• Knowledge of SDVC
• Knowledge of benefits and housing/homelessness issues.
• Experience of working within drugs, alcohol, mental health and immigration issues.
• Has 1 years’ experience of working with children and young people in the context of sexual violence

Personal Attributes ((Assessed by Interview, Application, Presentation) 

Essential:

• Demonstrable crisis management skills and proven case management skills
• Empathetic for victims of sexual violence and a desire to work alongside them to assist in their recovery
• Motivated and enthusiastic; and proven ability to work as part of a busy and challenging environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening and communication abilities to support distressed service users, both over the phone and face to face.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present clear well-structured professional reports and case notes
• Is able to deliver training
• Ability to operate a high degree of confidentiality and accountability
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and to take responsibility for meeting agreed targets
• Ability to work in partnership and as part of a team towards a common objective,
• Ability to work on own initiative, be proactive and able to take responsibility for actions.
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to multi-agency partnership working work
• Commitment to continuing professional development.
• Ability to self evaluate and reflect on practice
• Ability to recognise discrimination and anti-oppressive practices, in its various forms, and to take appropriate action.
• Demonstrable understanding of diversity, equal opportunity and gender equality issues
• Ability to resolve conflict with/between service users, colleagues and other agencies.
• Ability to maintain personal and professional boundaries.  Willingness to undertake training.
• Willingness to accommodate occasional unsociable hours (evenings and weekends).
• Commitment to the aims and work of the FREEVA.

Desirable:

• Multilingual / Language Skills

IT Skills (Assessed by Interview / Application)

Essential:

• Computer literate, including Microsoft office competent

Desirable:

• Working knowledge of OASIS case management system

Other (Assessed at Interview)

Essential:

• That the post is subject to enhanced police check and applicant will be co-located in police buildings/SARC

The Diocese of Leicester is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to help oversee work to deliver the diocese’s strategic plan during a time of significant change.

The diocese covers the city of Leicester and county of Leicestershire and has nearly 400 churches and 100 church schools. It has an ambitious strategy to plant more churches and grow in ‘everyday faith’. It is also undertaking a major change programme until the title ‘Shaped by God Together’.

The Diocesan Programme Manager will join the Bishop of Leicester’s Leadership Team and help co-ordinate work to deliver the diocese’s strategic plan, ensuring that all projects and support functions are supporting the delivery of the diocese’s vision. In particular, they will work with the Mission & Ministry Team to facilitate a diocesan-wide conversation ‘Shaped by God Together’ leading to the reshaping of the diocese in the next three years.

Applicants will need to display an understanding of the Church of England, excellent relational skills together with experience of strategic planning and delivery of organisational change within a complex institution.

This post has attached to it an occupational requirement under the 2010 Equality Act, Part 1, Schedule 9, that the person should be a practising Christian.

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Friday 28th August 2020

Interviews in Leicester (or remotely): Thursday 17th September

This post is subject to DBS disclosure in line with Church of England policies

This role can be based in any Christian Aid Office. Salary will be dependant on office location

About us

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the change-makers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.

About the role

This is a thought leadership role, providing the strategic direction and a coherent framing for Christian Aid's work poverty and inequality. The role engages cross-organisationally, through strategic advisory to our policy and campaigns (specifically our two corporate priority campaigns on economic justice and climate justice), and by providing framing, and collaborating to strengthen ways of understanding, and responding to, poverty and inequality within our country programmes.

This role will develop a systematic approach which enables Christian Aid to engage with key external frameworks, debates and analysis on poverty and inequality; and identify which and how these ideas best translate into practice through our programme, policy, advocacy and campaigning work.

Essential Experience;

-A post-graduate qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline

-Excellent knowledge of the current academic/policy debates around poverty and inequality

-Extensive practical (both programmatic) experience of working on poverty issues in development,

-Proven ability to conduct policy research and use evidence to develop public policy positions

-Experience of working in an advisory role, encouraging others to work in different ways or integrate new concepts into their practice

-Experience of planning and leading cross-organisational projects

-Excellent facilitation skills, ability to promote critical thinking and reflective practice and encourage learning

Further information

This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.

en Brown are delighted to be working in partnership with a cancer charity who are recruiting for an experienced fundraiser (Trusts and Grants) to join them on a part time basis, 2 days per week. Your role will be to research and identify funding opportunities from a number if different sources and write comprehensive, creative funding applications.

This is a home based role with the occasional need to visit the service in Leicester.

To be successful in this role you will have a proven track record in Trusts and Grant fundraising. You will ideally come from a trust fundraising background and be able to bring with you knowledge and practice of fundraising techniques. You will ideally have some knowledge and practice of grant fundraising to include research, development and bid writing in order to secure grant funding.

Experience of working to and achieving financial targets is essential.

Please give me a call on 01132207542 or email [email protected]

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

You’ve got a good understanding of mental health issues and really enjoy supporting others to achieve independence and lead their own recovery. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Recovery Worker.

Right now, we are looking for someone like you to work at our Mental Health Wellbeing and Recovery Support Service in Leicester City, Oadby, Wigston and Blaby. Based in Leicester City our Life Links service provides a number of different support networks allowing people to choose how they receive support dependent on personal needs including an information line. Not only are we committed to putting them at the heart of everything we do, we recognise they should be involved in decisions that affect their future too. That’s why we need you to inspire and support them to lead their own recovery. So, whether it’s helping to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations, developing domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, your empathy, enthusiasm and compassion will have every chance to shine. Entering accurate case notes onto our IT system will be important too. And, when it comes to regularly liaising with GP surgeries, the local council, charities etc. or promoting the service within the community, again, we'll count on you.

The chances are, you already work in the mental health field. What is for certain is that you’re caring, consistent, flexible and creative, work well under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and, like us, are keen to break down the stigma of mental health. Oh and you’re happy working independently or, as a valued member of our team, being part of a weekly rota system and available for on call duties. Previous work experience would be advantageous but is not essential as training will be provided.

As a recovery worker you will provide one to one support to people with a mental health condition and give them the tools that they need to overcome their difficulties through their recovery journey.

Based at our City Centre office you will carry your own case load where you will meet people either in their own homes, in the community or at base. You will devise support plans with your client and work towards goal orientated outcomes to help empower your clients and equip them with the self help tools that they need to help manage their mental health.

You will provide telephone support to people where you will provide information, advice and navigation to callers accessing our service.

You will attend community events, outreaches and surgeries to help raise the profile of the project and to help reach those individuals who cannot access our City Centre offices.

The salary for this post is £17,004.00 with progression to £17,230.00 per annum.

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? Apply now via our website.

This is a rolling recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.

Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

Research Manager

Leicester or London

Permanent - Full-time role / Flexibility or Part-time considered

Learning and Work Institute is an independent research, development and policy organisation dedicated to promoting lifelong learning, full employment and inclusion.

We're focused on the big questions. What impact will coronavirus have on the labour market and how should policy respond? How do we help more people to develop their skills in a changing job market?

We are seeking to add to our research & development team. As a Research Manager you will have responsibility for leading high-profile projects; generating high-quality evidence and knowledge; managing budgets and resources; working effectively with team members, partners, funders and other stakeholders; and ensuring that our work makes an impact on policy and practice. 

The ideal candidate for this role will bring strong knowledge and experience of a range of research methods and approaches, a track record of delivering projects and an interest in employment and skills policy.

In return, you will have the opportunity to learn from renowned experts and you will design, manage and deliver research programmes across all of our areas of expertise.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates.

L&W is a Silver Investor in People award holder, committed to equal opportunities and staff development including support for formal qualifications when applicable.

L&W prides itself on being a supportive and flexible employer. We recognise the importance of work-life balance for our staff and will consider flexible working arrangements.

Please note that the successful candidate will need to undertake a DBS check.

For more information and to apply, please click Apply. 

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Monday 10th August 2020.

We anticipate that interviews will take place via Zoom, week commencing Monday 17th August 2020. 

Should you require any adjustments to participate in this recruitment process, please make this clear when you apply.

Are you an experienced youth work professional, able to develop our youth work activities and programmes for clients and young people? Can you deliver consultancy, training and developmental support for the NYA’s customers? 

The role will take a thematic lead for the NYA on an aspect of youth work that the NYA is keen to strengthen or develop.

The Youth Work Specialist will develop new programmes and products for the NYA to promote to the youth sector. The post will require significant networking and engagement across the youth sector to ensure the NYA’s work is rooted in the needs of young people and the youth sector.

The Youth Work Specialist may lead projects for the Education and Training Standards Committee (ETS). As the NYA evolves, the Youth Work Specialist will ensure the NYA is at the forefront of developing its products and services to clients and young people.

About the role

This role will be key in communicating the work of the Trust to a number of different audiences internally and externally. You will work on our website, social media channels and publications, as well as increasing media coverage. You will be instrumental in increasing awareness and gathering support for our work across Leicestershire and Rutland.

You will be part of a dedicated, hardworking team providing organisational support to deliver our mission – protecting and enhancing local wildlife and wild places across Leicestershire and Rutland.

The role will be based at our head office in Leicester primarily, but due to COVID restrictions will initially involve home working. 

Main Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include co-ordinating effective communication of the Trust’s work, developing and growing our online presence and digital communications. Producing content and publicity materials including email newsletters, press releases, blogs and articles. Working closely and building relationships with staff and volunteers.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a driven, passionate individual who can use initiative and work in a team. You will have experience of managing social media channels and the ability to create engaging content. You will have excellent oral and written communication skills, be able to organise your own workload and have good IT skills.

Further information on this role is detailed in the role description which can be found on the Leicestershire and Rutland website.