Do you want to make a difference and be part of an organisation that has been helping save lives for more than a century? St John Ambulance are the first-aid, health & safety and mental health trainer of choice for hundreds of thousands of companies, local authorities, and members of the public. 

This is an opportunity to join us at an exciting time, as a Trainer you will play a pivotal role to deliver and assess St John Ambulance courses to the required standard and content Our courses receive incredible customer satisfaction ratings because they are the best on the market delivered by passionate, well-trained, adaptable trainers in cohesive teams supported by expert advice and guidance.

The role benefits from a competitive salary, generous pension, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), options to buy and sell holiday, Blue Light and NHS discounts, death in service, eye care and mental health, wellbeing tools and volunteer days.  It will also provide opportunities to grow and develop your career, achieve a healthy work life balance and to be recognised for the great work you do.

Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)

What we are looking for:

• Trainers with an Assessing and Training Qualification at Level 3 or above (e.g. CiLD)
• Experience of teaching, coaching, assessing and/or presenting to groups of adults
• First aid training experience would be a distinct advantage
• People who are passionate, adaptable and engaging

About the Role:

• Deliver training courses and conduct assessments to a professional and consistent standard in accordance with St John Ambulance requirements
• Maintain own subject and professional competence in accordance with organisational requirements
• Building security, opening and closing venues and lone working
• Work with permanent staff, casual workers and volunteers to maintain good relationships and high standards of training and assessing
• Pilot new initiatives in training when required
• Accurate completion and prompt submission of all relevant course documentation

About Us:

St John Ambulance responds to health emergencies, supports communities, and saves lives, relying on the public's generosity to do so. Compassionate care isn't just part of our heritage, it's in our hearts. With our clinical expertise and nationwide presence, our volunteer-led health and first aid charity is uniquely placed to serve the country.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team of over 1,700 employees and over 30,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through essential first aid services, training and campaigning.  As a charity with a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future.

Part-time working will be considered although this will be limited to full 7-hour days and a minimum of 3 days’ due to the length of our courses.

St John Ambulance are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.At St John, everyone is valued and supported to thrive.  We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and engender a sense of belonging for all, by creating an environment of mutual respect, where we value unique differences and demonstrate authentic allyship. We believe passionately about equity, diversity and inclusion.

Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.

Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the services of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only.

About the Role

The Driving Education Officer role is a new role as part of our growing Driving Education Faculty. We are looking for qualified instructors to join this new team to driving forward excellence in driving both within St John Ambulance and across the industry. You will be responsible for delivering regulated driving qualifications to learners internal to St John and also employed by other ambulance providers. You will also have responsibility for driving forward our new driving education strategy and embedding a culture of coaching and skill development across our crews. 

A collaborative approach and willingness to work across a variety of teams will be essential for the success in this role.

This post will need to be based at either Guildford, Stockport, Birmingham / West Bromwich or Milton Keynes.

Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)

About You

The successful candidate will have experience in delivering regulated ambulance driving qualifications to new and experience ambulance crew. You will also have demonstrable experience of adopting a coaching and facilitative approach to driving education. Experience of working with both volunteers and employed crews will also be desirable.

You will have in-depth knowledge of law related to driving and the regulations around delivery of regulated qualifications.

About Us

St John Ambulance responds to health emergencies, supports communities, and saves lives, relying on the public’s generosity to do so. Compassionate care isn’t just part of our heritage, it’s in our hearts. With our clinical expertise and nationwide presence, our volunteer-led health and first aid charity is uniquely placed to serve the country.

From our vibrant youth programmes to our world-class training, we empower people of all ages with lifesaving skills and the confidence to use them, every day. St John volunteers treat and transport thousands of patients each year, and in times of crisis we are England’s national health reserve. St John people have given more than a million hours of their time during the COVID-19 pandemic, including 800,000+ hours of vaccinations.

As a charity with a long history of serving humanity, we are proud of our past and excited about creating a healthier, safer, more resilient future. St John Ambulance has relieved people from illness, injury, distress and suffering for over 140 years and, with the public’s support, will do so for decades to come.

You will receive:

• Competitive salary & pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health and Wellbeing portal - access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounts – you’ll have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym memberships, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping.

Interview Date: 28/06/2022

Application Review Date: 14/06/2022

We may review applications before the Application Review Date, however, if you apply after the Application Review Date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role.

We are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, so are particularly interested in applications from women, trans and non-binary people, as well as those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and those with different accessibility needs.

Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.

Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the services of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only. Any speculative CVs submitted without invitation will not be considered

£49,700 - £56,500 per year and up to £5,000 accountancy allowance

The Government Property Agency is changing the way the Civil Service works and is at the forefront of Government's transformation agenda; reshaping the relationship civil servants have with their place of work. The Agency is central to the delivery of key Government policies including moving 22,000 Civil Service roles out of London by 2030 and tackling climate change by contributing to the Net Zero agenda. To do this we are delivering a major change programme across the UK and consolidating our portfolio in order to save £1.4 Bn over 10 years.

This role will report into the Deputy Director of Finance – Property to ensure that changes within Property Finance are properly planned for, governed and delivered seamlessly.  Changes will include those driven by external factors such as the onboarding of GPA Clients or assets, development of systems and processes, adoption of changes in technical accounting requirements and changes to supplier/contractor arrangements. 

The role will provide financial support to the Deputy Director of Finance – Property and be a key member of the team across GPA responsible for onboarding.  The role-holder will ensure that all financial aspects of onboarding are properly governed and managed and that GPA Finance systems and processes operate effectively from the day of onboarding

The responsibilities of the Head of Property Finance Change & Onboarding will include:

• Developing a Project Management Office (PMO) approach to ensure that changes impacting Property Finance are properly planned, resourced, governed and delivered seamlessly.
• Supporting Property Finance in proactively identifying changes that may impact Property Finance and developing a process of continuous improvement to deliver efficiencies and best value for GPA and it’s Clients.
• Leading the financial management of the onboarding process, including:
  • Leading finance engagement with senior finance and property staff across Government to build trust and working relationships to influence Government departments to onboard their estate to GPA.
  • Managing financial due diligence to ensure that assets are transferred with minimal financial risk.
  • Co-ordinating the development of GPA financial processes to ensure that onboarded assets are properly governed, managed and reported from day 1 post transfer, including budgeting, forecasting, and billing.
  • Ensuring that newly onboarded Clients understand GPA processes and approaches and that their integration into ‘BAU process’ is seamless.
  • Attending Onboarding meetings as required to proactively manage onboarding processes and resolve issues.
• Contributing to the overall development of Property Finance strategy to achieve team objectives and those of the wider GPA.

To be successful in the Head of Property Finance Change & Onboarding post, you will be:

• Qualified accountant: ICAEW, ACCA, CPFA, ICAS, CIMA
• Experience of managing finance processes and systems
• Knowledge of managing property finance and change initiatives
• Knowledge of public sector accounting and accounting packages
• A commercially astute finance professional with a strategic mindset - able to envisage future possibilities
• Strong team player with excellent planning and organising skills
• Excellent communication, networking and negotiation skills

For more information or to apply please use the link or contact Michael Swinburn or Jack White at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

Salary - £37,300 - £40,248 + Up to £5,000 accountancy allowance

The Government Property Agency is changing the way the Civil Service works and is at the forefront of Government's transformation agenda; reshaping the relationship civil servants have with their place of work. The Agency is central to the delivery of key Government policies including moving 22,000 Civil Service roles out of London by 2030 and tackling climate change by contributing to the Net Zero agenda. To do this we are delivering a major change programme across the UK and consolidating our portfolio in order to save £1.4 Bn over 10 years.

Beyond the bricks and mortar, the GPA is about providing great workplaces for our people. Through programmes like Hubs, Whitehall Campus and Smart Working you will be in the vanguard of creating model working environments and promoting flexible working practices.

This is an ambitious and exciting task, for which we need innovative people, with strong commercial acumen, who are passionate about visualising and implementing customer needs. Launched as an Executive Agency of the Cabinet Office in 2018, we’re a relatively new department and we are growing fast so we also need people who thrive in ambiguity, can adapt quickly to change and are comfortable stepping outside of their remit to drive outcomes.

The responsibilities of the Client Finance Manager will include:

• Delivering budgets and forecasts for each client, property and tenancy, using complex data from the MRI Horizon general ledger and other systems, Hyperion and Excel tools to provide accurate and meaningful financial information
• Being accountable for financial control over property services accounting, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction by providing accurate forecasting, explanations and billing
• Maintaining a focus on process improvement, including planning and establishing new systems and processes for quarterly financial reporting to ensure clients understand their costs and bills, delivering an ongoing service that meets and exceeds expectations
• Being the key liaison between senior finance and property staff for client meetings, involving being acutely aware of the customers’ needs and acting upon them, and being proactive in problem solving and finding solutions
• Leading the service delivery to clients alongside management accountants and other colleagues, supporting the growth of the GPA, and matching resources to client demand
• Manage due diligence exercises on estate-related financial information provided by the client and interrogate to identify material financial risks to GPA and ensure correct account treatments are applied

To be successful in the Client Finance Manager post, you will be:

• CCAB, or equivalent, qualified or part-qualified with the ability to gain formal CCAB qualifications within a reasonable time.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel skills and able to manipulate complex data sets
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyse and interpret significant amounts of financial data
• Experienced in client finance, including reporting to clients, managing systems and processes, working in partnership with clients to deliver results (Desirable)
• Have experience with property management systems such as MRI Horizon, Yardi Voyager, or similar systems, in addition to Excel and Hyperion (or similar) for financial reporting (Desirable)
• Ideally have experience in the property industry within medium to large organisations where customer service is a priority (Desirable)
• Experience in performing due-diligence in relation to transferring assets and service agreements (Desirable)

For more information or to apply please use the link or contact Michael Swinburn or Jack White at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

Salary - £37,300 - £40,248 + Up to £5,000 accountancy allowance

The Government Property Agency is changing the way the Civil Service works and is at the forefront of Government's transformation agenda; reshaping the relationship civil servants have with their place of work. The Agency is central to the delivery of key Government policies including moving 22,000 Civil Service roles out of London by 2030 and tackling climate change by contributing to the Net Zero agenda. To do this we are delivering a major change programme across the UK and consolidating our portfolio in order to save £1.4 Bn over 10 years.

Beyond the bricks and mortar, the GPA is about providing great workplaces for our people. Through programmes like Hubs, Whitehall Campus and Smart Working you will be in the vanguard of creating model working environments and promoting flexible working practices.

The Project Accountants are responsible for the recording and reporting of Project costs in line with the Government Finance Functional Standard. The objectives are to ensure accurate project accounting, the creation and planning of projects and accounting of projects including capturing of data relating to time, costs, billing and forecasting. Detailed forecasts are required for each project, with complex financial implications to reflect, and the post holder will ensure that these are accurate and regularly updated.

The responsibilities of the Project Accountant x4 will include:

The role’s principal focus is making time, information and decision-making more effective and customer focused within the directorate. The role encompasses:

• Operate project accounting processes including capturing of data relating to time, costs, billing and forecasting
• Establish and maintain good relationships with project delivery teams
• Develop financial plans for GPA's projects and programmes and monitor performance against these plans
• Maintain monthly financial forecasts and accruals and support quarterly reviews of projects.
• Support the delivery of accurate project financial data in a timely manner to enable effective decision making
• Provide advice on financial treatment of project costs to project teams
• Promote continuous improvement by developing and improving project accounting processes and procedures
• Play an active role as a member of the wider finance team, contributing expertise in the development of strategies, proposals and work implementations

To be successful in the Project Accountant post, you will be:

• CCAB, or equivalent, qualified or part-qualified with the ability to gain formal CCAB qualifications within a reasonable time.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyse and interpret significant amounts of financial data
• Ability to communicate complex matters to a non-financial audience
• Ability to work well as part of a geographically dispersed project team
• Strong focus on delivering an excellent service to customers
• Strong organisational skills to meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Proficient using Microsoft Excel

For more information or to apply please use the link, or contact Michael Swinburn or Jack White at our retained search agent, Robertson Bell.

A great opportunity has risen for a Community Fundraising Manager in Scotland to support our ambitious 5-year strategy where community fundraising will play a key role in mobilising local communities to become our ambassadors.

Asthma + Lung UK is the only charity in the UK fighting for everyone with a lung condition, aiming for a world where everyone can breathe with healthy lungs. We fund cutting-edge research, provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime. We also campaign for clean air and for better NHS diagnosis and treatment.

Reporting to the Head of Community Fundraising, your role will build a local presence in Scotland, focussing on Edinburgh, Glasgow and the surrounding areas, by providing exceptional supporter care in the region, whilst also recruiting and motivating committed and engaged volunteer fundraisers to take our cause to their networks.

This will be our pilot regional role in Scotland so we’re looking for someone to hit the ground running and optimise the way we motivate and recruit our supporters and volunteers. There is lots of scope to make this role your own and potential for this role to be made permanent if we can demonstrate value and potential in the region.

Your in-depth local knowledge, exceptional communication and relationship management skills will ensure we reach individuals, corporates, schools and community groups alike. You’ll be experienced in establishing and developing relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders.

As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), membership of a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free annual season Travelcard loan and pension scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an organisation committed to supporting everyone whose life is changed by lung disease.

Please visit our website for information on how to apply. 

35 hours - South covering Essex
32 hours - Central covering Barnsley, Doncaster and Rotherham
32 hours - North West covering Tameside, Oldham, Rochdale, Bury and Salford
32 hours - South West covering Somerset, Wiltshire and Dorset
35 hours - Helpline

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK; we want to reach as many people as possible so we can improve life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s. We are looking for people to join our network, make genuine connections, and be part of a larger team that works together to support the Parkinson’s community.

We have five roles available for various areas spread around the country, including one supporting on our helpline.

About the role - Parkinson’s Adviser (locally based)
As part of our Adviser service you will manage a caseload of clients. You’ll deliver tailored information and support through a range of channels including telephone, video and email, and where appropriate home visits and in community settings, empowering your clients to take actions for themselves or advocating on their behalf for better service, support and outcomes, so they can live their life with Parkinson's in the way they choose. 

You will also be responsible for building excellent relationships with healthcare
professionals and other relevant agencies, as well as our network of volunteers and branches.

About the role - Parkinson’s Adviser (Helpline)
Our adviser teams work within local areas and via our national helpline. You’ll provide a personalised service that enables appropriate levels of self-advocacy and/ or advocate on behalf of clients, signposting to other services as relevant. You’ll handle enquiries from clients via a range of channels, providing a wide range of expert information and guidance.

You’ll empower people affected by Parkinson's, their families, friends and carers to live lives that are as fulfilling as possible and to take an active role in their treatment becoming their own advocate in health and life, wherever possible.

Our helpline hours are currently 09:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday, and 10:00 to 14:00 on Saturday.

What you’ll bring
You’ll bring experience of providing information and support by phone, in writing, digitally and face to face, all while using active listening and questioning. You’ll build effective
working relationships with others including multi-disciplinary teams internally and externally, demonstrating an understanding of safeguarding and your role in keeping clients
safe and implementing organisational policies and procedures. You’ll demonstrate the ability to manage and deliver individual case work, including advocating for clients and
supporting people to navigate the health and social care system

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!

Candidates must live within the area specified in order to carry out the Parkinson’s Adviser roles.

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with supporting statements through the specific vacancy on the Parkinson’s UK website. The supporting statement should fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the role description.

We are operating rolling recruitment for this vacancy and reviewing applications as they are received. We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The successful candidate will be required to:
● live in the area specified and be able to travel when needed within the area and occasionally further afield (Local Adviser roles only)
● provide their own broadband service with a minimum download speed of 2Mb
● have a confidential space in which to work
● provide occasional cover on Saturdays and/or Bank holidays

This role will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. You’ll be required to apply for one; refusal to do so will result in the offer being withdrawn.

A great opportunity has risen for a Community Fundraising Manager in the South-West to support our ambitious 5-year strategy where Community Fundraising will play a key role in mobilising local communities to become our ambassadors.

Our work supports all those currently affected by lung disease, as well as the millions at risk from the threats of air pollution and Long Covid too, and it’s only through galvanising local support that we can really make ourselves heard. You will build a local presence in the South-West by providing exceptional supporter care in the region, whilst also recruiting and motivating committed and engaged volunteer fundraisers to take our cause to their networks.

This will be our pilot regional role in the South-West so we’re looking for someone to hit the ground running and optimise the way we motivate and recruit our supporters and volunteers, and best of all, there’s lots of scope to make the role your own. The initial contract is 12 months but there is the potential for this to be made a permanent role if we can demonstrate value and potential in the region

Your in-depth local knowledge, exceptional communication and relationship management skills will ensure we reach individuals, corporates, schools and community groups alike. You’ll be experienced in establishing and developing relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders, have excellent organisational and time management skills, as well as the ability to prioritise.

You’re joining our team at an exciting time; we’re at the very beginning of defining our priorities for the next 5 years. We can’t wait to work with you to grow community fundraising at Asthma UK and the British Lung Foundation. This role will play a pivotal part of our new strategy and we sincerely hope you’ll join us in transforming the future of lung health in the UK with an organisation committed to supporting everyone whose life is changed by lung disease.

As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), pension scheme, our cycle-to-work scheme, and interest-free annual season Travelcard loan.

Please ensure the file name for your CV and application form includes your full name. Please note that CV’s in isolation and any applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Prospectus is excited to be supporting Barnardo's a UK children's charity with their search for a home-based Individual Giving Manager.

Barnardo's runs over 1,000 UK projects that transform the lives of almost 300,000 children and young people every year. They believe they can bring out the best in every child regardless of the issues they face. Their work supports children living in poverty, children that have been sexually exploited, children living with a disability, children living with domestic violence, and young carers who look after an ill parent or relative.

As the Individual Giving Manager, you will be responsible for driving individual giving growth through the retention and stewardship of regular givers and individuals. You will also work with the Senior Individual Giving Manager to support the delivery of individual giving strategy, and using insights to create informed decisions to increase loyalty with regular donors. Joining an established team of six, you will work collaboratively and contribute to a seven-figure team income target. With several exciting campaigns planned throughout the year, this role will oversee telemarketing, direct marketing, digital, DRTV, raffles, and weekly lottery campaigns.

The successful candidate will have proven experience in individual giving fundraising and be confident in delivering a range of individual giving campaigns and developing strategies. You will also have previous budget management experience and be confident collaborating with a small team. You will have good knowledge of individual giving trends and be able to use audience insights to make strategic decisions to encourage income growth and donor loyalty.

We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know whether you require any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, we are committed to ensuring that all interested candidates are able to apply. Barnardo's is committed to building an inclusive workplace and welcomes all new employees to be part of this important journey.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. Please in the first instance share an up-to-date CV with us and should your experience be suitable, we will look to arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You will then have all the information you need to finalise your formal application. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

A great opportunity has risen for a Community Fundraising Manager in the North-West to support our ambitious 5-year strategy where community fundraising will play a key role in mobilising local communities to become our ambassadors.

Asthma + Lung UK is the only charity in the UK fighting for everyone with a lung condition, aiming for a world where everyone can breathe with healthy lungs. We fund cutting-edge research, provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime. We also campaign for clean air and for better NHS diagnosis and treatment.

Reporting to the Head of Community Fundraising, your role will build a local presence in the North-West by providing exceptional supporter care in the region, whilst also recruiting and motivating committed and engaged volunteer fundraisers to take our cause to their networks.

This will be our pilot regional role in the North-West so we’re looking for someone to hit the ground running and optimise the way we motivate and recruit our supporters and volunteers. There is lots of scope to make this role your own and potential for this role to be made permanent if we can demonstrate value and potential in the region.  Your in-depth local knowledge, exceptional communication and relationship management skills will ensure we reach individuals, corporates, schools and community groups alike. You’ll be experienced in establishing and developing relationships with a range of diverse stakeholders.

As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), membership of a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free annual season Travelcard loan and pension scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an organisation committed to supporting everyone whose life is changed by lung disease.

Please visit our website for information on how to apply. 

Citizens Advice offers confidential advice online, over the phone, and in person, for free. Through our national network of charities, we give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward – whoever they are, and whatever their problem.

Overview

Do you want to work for an organisation that makes a difference, every single day, to people from all walks of life? The people that turn to Citizens Advice need help overcoming an obstacle in their lives – from debt to evictions to trouble at work – and you can be key to them getting the support they need in the quickest, easiest, and most effective way.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout Citizens Advice. We are a member of the race equality campaign at Business in the Community, the Prince’s responsible business network and are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities across the UK. We also welcome applications from, LGB and Trans and non binary candidates.

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in role profiles.

We are looking for a highly motivated, analytical problem solver to join the Customer Journey team as a Business Analyst. You’ll be working alongside user researchers, digital specialists, subject matter experts and product colleagues across the organisation to deliver transformative change. In this role, you can expect to:

• Help to shape strategic initiatives about how Citizens Advice can transform the way it supports a network of almost 280 local Citizens Advice across England and Wales.
• Capture and use data to drive decision-making and continuous improvement across our support functions.
• Map ‘as-is’ and ‘to-be’ business processes and customer journeys.
• Design high-quality services for the network based on robust analysis of business requirements and user needs. You’ll be part of a team that adopts a ‘test and learn’ approach, leveraging design thinking and technology to deliver value quickly and iteratively.
• Drive the development of business cases and other analysis for the programme, ensuring they are underpinned by evidence.
• Regularly collaborate with staff and volunteers across the national business and the local network.
• Prepare and facilitate workshops and presentations.
• Use proven approaches to change, including Agile, to rapidly develop, deliver, and iterate requirements that meet project objectives.
• Work with the latest technologies in developing a new public website
• Be exposed to a rich multi-disciplinary team

Our commitment to flexible working extends to where we work. As Covid restrictions ease, Citizens Advice are moving towards a permanent mix of office and home based working which will give much more choice to staff, while still maintaining the best of collaborative working.

The National Citizens Advice Operates from offices in England and Wales, with 4 regional offices based in Cardiff, London, Birmingham and Leeds, therefore all successful applicants must be based within England or Wales.​​​​​​​

Please be aware that Citizens Advice is not a sponsoring organisation. Therefore the successful applicant must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure the right to work in the UK independently.

Citizens Advice seeks to redeploy staff who are at risk or under notice of redundancy where they satisfactorily demonstrate that they meet the requirements of the role at interview.  Candidates who are formally at risk or under notice of redundancy will take priority over other candidates for interview.  If you have been confirmed as at risk or under notice of redundancy please ensure you indicate this in the at-risk box in your application.

Closing date: 12/06/2022

Interview date: w/c 20th June 2022

Please note, in the event of a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the application early. 

Treasurer

Anawin, Birmingham’s Centre for Women

Unremunerated, expenses paid

West Midlands, Birmingham

Anawim works to provide an outstanding service to women. We exist to support women who are vulnerable, providing them and their children with opportunities to reach their full potential, and our aim is to enable them to move their lives forward by improving their mental health and wellbeing. To achieve this, we work with our partners in the community to challenge anything which degrades and diminishes some of the most marginalised members of society.

As the Treasurer you would, in conjunction with the Chief Executive Officer and Finance and Contracts Manager, monitor our financial situation and provide quarterly assurance reports to the Board of Trustees and you would be the Chair of the FAIF Committee. The Committee meets at least six times a year and its key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing the draft annual financial statements and related reports and recommending their approval to the Board of Trustees.
• Reviewing the effectiveness and operation of the accounting policies, financial management processes and internal controls.
• Monitoring financial risks
• Reviewing the performance of Anawim’s investments
• Reviewing progress of the Anawim’s fundraising.

We are looking for someone who, in addition to the general qualities we’ve described above be a qualified accountant; have knowledge of charity SORP and who is able to communicate and explain financial information to Trustees and to other stakeholders. Although we would want you to Chair the FAIF Committee we don’t expect you to have experience as a committee Chair as training and support can be provided

Don't miss this opportunity to get involved in Anawim. Being our Treasurer, you will help us to provide an outstanding service, to support women who are vulnerable and to provide them and their children with opportunities to reach their full potential. Trustees are unremunerated but travel and other costs associated with carrying out the role may be reimbursed and all trustees can expect to receive training and support. 

If you're interested in a world where women and girls are safe, free, valued and empowered members of society, then please send us an expression of interest describing your professional background and what you think you would bring to the role, please do take the opportunity to view our recruitment pack available on our website for a fuller description of these key board positions.

Closing date: 24 June 2022.

To apply and to view the recruitment pack, please go to our website.

Job Title: Case Officer, Overseas

Region: UK (Home Based)

Directorate: Operations

Contract: Permanent, Full Time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £25,813 to £26,500 per annum

The Role

At the Royal British Legion, we believe in building on potential. As a Case Officer, supporting beneficiaries outside of the UK and Ireland, your ability to provide a person-centred solution based on a thorough analysis of circumstances and needs could have a real impact on people’s lives.

At its heart, RBL is a people organisation. People who want to do the very best for others, while at the same time making the most of the opportunities and experiences we offer them.

We are the country’s largest Armed Forces charity, with 210,000 members, 50,000 volunteers and a network of partners and charities; helping us give support wherever and whenever it’s needed.

As a Case Officer, you will be responsible for developing and managing individual support solutions, drawing on inputs from a wide network of professionals, agencies and volunteers

If successful, the main duties of your role will be:

• Manage casework support, providing direct support, advice and guidance to volunteers as required and taking the lead on individual beneficiary cases where necessary.
• Assess beneficiaries’ needs and draw on support from the regional specialist team and other providers as necessary, ensuring that support is made available in an integrated way that best meets the beneficiaries’ needs. Develop creative solutions in response to identified beneficiary needs, drawing on inputs from volunteers and Legion members / branches as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain a thorough and detailed understanding of direct Legion support services and support services provided by others (both statutory and non-statutory). Support the Advice and Information Team Leader and Area Manager in better understanding the needs of the beneficiaries in the Area to inform the commissioning of specialist services.
• Advise beneficiaries of support which may be available to them and assist them in accessing this support as necessary.
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the statutory benefits framework.

This role is predominantly home-working, this means that you would be engaging with people over the phone, through video conferencing and by utilising other appropriate communication methods. There will also be some Face to Face meetings required in the designated region. You will be required to reside within this geographical area and a full driving license and access to a vehicle is essential.

The role is subject to relevant employment checks, including Enhanced DBS Clearance.

About the Royal British Legion – Careers in Advice and Welfare

Across the country, in every city and on every street, the RBL is there to support our Armed Forces community.

Every day, everyone in our Advice and Welfare teams dedicate themselves to bettering the lives of those in this community.

Be it a conversation about financial support, physical and mental wellbeing, employment, housing, independent living or social support – working in these teams means the time you’d spend with those who need our help, and the advice you’d offer, could have a profound effect on their lives.

It's this mission, this scale, this challenge and the values we all live by, that makes the RBL such a fulfilling place to thrive.

We also want those who need our support to be able to get it when they need it, and from those best placed to give it. Which is why we’ve invested in multi-channel support services.

So, if you want to give your days meaning. To put your passion into a role with real impact. To support people and be supported yourself. In an inclusive team that faces every challenge together. Whatever your interests and ambitions, we think you’ll find a role here that works for you, with career opportunities right across the UK.

Diversity Statement

We believe that the compassion, understanding, and service we show each and every individual should be reflected in the way we all support, respect, and include every individual who works with us. We want everyone involved in our work or receiving our services, to feel proud to contribute to or be part of a diverse and inclusive organisation.

We recognise that we still have a long way to go to ensure that we make the RBL a truly great and inclusive organisation to work for and be part of so we have set out our commitments to provide a clear path to deliver this ambition. We will keep listening, learning, and sharing our progress and impact

How to Apply

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Closing date for this role is: Sunday 26th June 2022

We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible.

Prospectus is delighted to be recruiting a Head of Training, partnering with an International charity that assists young entrepreneurs with initiatives to set up their own businesses. This role is a fixed term 8 month maternity cover contract and will report to the Director of Membership Services and Engagement.

As the Head of Training, you will be a highly motivated and engaging professional, with knowledge and experience in designing and delivering training programmes, as well as in helping organisations to adopt standard training curriculums, guaranteeing the quality of delivery by their trainers. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a deep passion for training, facilitation and inclusivity to support the work of the organisation's unique global network of training practitioners, and to join a membership services team that underpins their work through innovation approaches. Training is a significant part of the support package that members of the organisation provide to their young entrepreneurs. You will be working with them to ensure they receive the support they need to create and/or improve their training programmes, and potentially adopt the recently developed training programmes on soft skills, decent work and inclusivity.

The successful candidate will have a background delivering training to entrepreneurs. You will have strong facilitation and communications skills, and the ability to engage with diverse and demanding stakeholders in a multi-cultural environment. You will have a proven ability to work collaboratively, flexibly and virtually, as well as a real passion for training, with professional experience and a proven track record in successfully designing and delivering entrepreneurship training programmes. Experience delivering programmes related to diversity and inclusion would be beneficial.

In order to apply please submit your CV (2-3 pages) in the first instance. Following your application you may be contacted by Prospectus for an informal discussion and may be asked to provide further information to assist with the recruitment process. If you do have any questions not covered in the Job Description please contact Steven Fraser or Cairo Johnson at Prospectus.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations, and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application.