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SCIE Vision

We are committed to building a society which enables people who draw on social care to live fulfilling lives.

At the SCIE, we are driven by our values:

· Progressive – always learning and developing.

· Inclusive – working together for equality, diversity, and fairness.

· Credible – evidence-based, robust, and reliable.

· Transparent – open and honest.

The role:

A great opportunity for you to join our small friendly team and make a real difference to people’s lives by:

· Acting as the first point of contact for finance related queries, providing generalist, specialist financial support

· Administer procurement processes, ensuring adherence to the Procurement and Value for Money Policy

· Working closely with colleagues and key stakeholders to deliver on all aspects of SCIE’s financial requirements, in line with charitable financial regulations

· Administering a arrange of transactional financial processes, including purchase and sales invoices, expense claims and credit card reconciliations

· Assist the Director of Finance and Corporate Resources to manage SCIE’s Information Technology processes

What we are looking for:

· Achievement of a foundation level financial qualification (for example AAT), or actively studying towards full qualification

· An individual with a passion for numbers, with excellent attention to detail

· Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial processes to non-financial staff

· The ability to develop sound understanding of financial policies and procedures

· A problem solver

· Proficient IT skills, including knowledge of Excel’s functions and formulas

What we offer in return.

We offer excellent staff benefits including a competitive salary and homeworking allowance. We provide an employer pension contribution above the statutory minimum, an award-winning employee assistance programme, and an attractive holiday package which rises with length of service.

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LOCATION - Remote with travel required across the UK

Are you looking for an exciting and rewarding new role in 2024? Apply for the Learning and Development Manager role at homelessness charity Emmaus UK.

About Emmaus

Emmaus is a secular organisation supporting homeless and socially excluded people by providing a home for as it is needed, meaningful work in a social enterprise and a sense of belonging and community. There are currently 30 Emmaus communities in the UK stretching from Glasgow to Dover and Norfolk to South Wales, collectively supporting more than 850 people. There are also 3 Emmaus groups working towards the development of services in their areas. We understand that a home is more than just a roof over your head; it’s somewhere to belong, where you feel part of a community, and that’s what Emmaus offers.

About the role

We are seeking a Learning and Development Manager to work with the Director of Partnerships and Federation Development to develop an ambitious learning and development strategy for Emmaus UK.

As a hands-on Learning & Development Manager, you will play a critical role in developing the skills, knowledge, and capabilities of employees, companions, volunteers and trustees across the Emmaus Federation and within Emmaus UK.

Your primary focus will be on developing and delivering effective learning interventions, programs and initiatives that align with the goals of Emmaus and support the growth and development of its people.

You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth and development of employees, companions, volunteers and trustees, contributing to a positive learning culture, and supporting the overall success of the federation. Your role will involve supporting the development and delivery of strategic plans, programme design and implementation, stakeholder management, and continuous evaluation and improvement of learning initiatives.

This role is home-based, with some travel required across the UK.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a high-performing Learning and Development Manager, with experience working in a learning and development role, including experience of delivering training in-person and online to a range of stakeholders.

The successful applicant will be able to deliver effective and engaging learning and development programmes and will have experience of identifying and analysing learning and development needs, developing relevant approaches and evaluating effectiveness, developing a strong culture of continuous improvement across Emmaus UK and the wider federation.

This is an exciting and rewarding role for someone who thrives working with different people and pursuing new opportunities.

What we offer

· £37,878 pro rata (based on a standard working week of 37.5 hours)

· Working hours: 5 days per week, Monday – Friday

· Contract: Permanent

· Pension: Stakeholder pension with employer contribution

· Annual leave: 25 days + Bank Holidays + 3 concessionary days leave

· Training & development: Individually tailored induction. Ongoing training and development

· Volunteering: 2 days allowance each year

· Employee assistance: 24/7 employee assistance scheme is available

· Flexible working: Options available, subject to the requirements of the role

· Life assurance: Death in service lump sum of 3 x salary

To apply

To apply for the role, please complete our application form and equal opportunities monitoring form and email us by 12pm on Friday 1st November 2024.

Please ensure you download the job pack and refer to the job description and person specification when completing your application form.

Those shortlisted will be invited to an interview conducted via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 13th November.

If you would like to arrange an informal discussion about the role, please email us.

Equal Opportunities

Emmaus UK provides equal opportunity for all job applicants and employees and is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination. We are dedicated to an inclusive culture, and we strive to create a workplace where teams of people with diverse backgrounds, characteristic, perspectives, ideas and experiences work together. We welcome applications from all individuals irrespective of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, disability, marital status or parental responsibilities.

To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for our roles, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed so that shortlisting is based solely upon the suitability of the candidate’s experience.

We are  seeking a passionate and committed Chief Executive Officer who will help us unite the global Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) community to collectively find solutions to the challenges of the syndrome. Our vision is to create a world where people with PWS receive the services and supports they need to fulfil their potential and achieve their goals. PWS is a complex genetic disorder characterised by low muscle tone and failure to thrive at birth, and later evidence of short stature, intellectual disabilities, behavioural and psychiatric challenges and impaired satiety.

IPWSO is the international umbrella body for PWS associations around the world with 47 full paying country members and contacts in over 120 countries. We are committed to supporting people with PWS and their families whatever their needs and wherever they live.

What we do

We build communities between people with Prader-Willi syndrome, their families and the professionals who support them to share knowledge and expertise and improve outcomes for people with Prader-Willi syndrome and their families everywhere.

We want everyone with Prader-Willi syndrome to get equal access to diagnosis and treatment no matter where in the world they live. We want to ensure better, more consistent outcomes for people with the syndrome and their families.

We work to ensure research into the condition works for everyone and reflects the diverse experiences and environments of those living with the syndrome around the world today.

Main purpose and scope of role

Working closely with the President and the Board of Trustees, the CEO will provide strategic vision and leadership and will strive to ensure that IPWSO delivers its charitable purposes and remains successful and sustainable.

Duties and Responsibilities (to include but not limited to)

Leadership

· Strive to ensure that the charitable purposes of IPWSO are followed and that it delivers the public benefit set out in its governing document.

· Take overall responsibility for the management and administration of IPWSO.

· Provide support and information to the Board of Trustees to enable trustees to fulfil their roles and legal responsibilities.

· Pursue close cooperation with, and accountability to, IPWSO’s members.

· Act as an ambassador for IPWSO by representing IPWSO at events and networking to build new strategic relationships.

· Keep abreast of relevant new research, treatment recommendations and service developments for people with Prader-Willi syndrome.

Governance

· Strive to ensure that IPWSO has governance systems in place that enable it to consistently fulfil its legal, statutory and regulatory responsibilities.

· Maintain awareness of risks and changes in the external environment that could affect IPWSO and advise the Board of Trustees accordingly.

· Together with the President manage complaints (including from whistle-blowers) and recommend actions to the Board of Trustees

Finance and Fundraising

· Work with the Treasurer and the Finance Committee to ensure the overall financial health and sustainability of IPWSO.

· Work with the Treasurer and the Finance Committee to prepare budgets for review by the Board of Trustees and to enable IPWSO to operate within its financial means.

· Seek to ensure that appropriate financial reports are submitted to the Charity Commission and other entities as required.

· Support the work of the Fundraising Committee and strive to ensure a sustainable income from both IPWSO members and individual, corporate, philanthropic and government donors.

· Build relationships with potential donors and prepare funding proposals.

· Seek to provide high quality support to existing donors, by means including the preparation of regular reports and updates.

· Seek out and build new income streams.

Staff, Trustee and Volunteer and Committee Support

· Provide support to staff, trustees and volunteers to enable them to carry out their duties.

· Deputise for other staff members during periods of leave.

· Conduct annual reviews with staff.

· Participate in the recruitment of new staff as required.

· Provide support and advice to IPWSO committees and conference organisers.

Project Support

· Seek to ensure that all IPWSO projects are designed and implemented in accordance with IPWSO’s mission and objectives.

· Support IPWSO’s Project Managers and others who lead IPWSO projects and, if necessary, manage projects directly.

Person specification

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Proficiency in English.

Experience of working in a leadership role in the charitable sector either as a CEO or as part of a wider Senior Management Team.

Ability to articulate a compelling vision to inspire others

Broad understanding of global development issues, geopolitical dynamics, and cultural nuances and able to take into account the diverse contexts in which IPWSO operates.

Strategic Thinking: experience of leading and or contributing towards strategic development as well as experience of organizational management and supporting change.

Collaborative approach: outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships, based on mutual respect and shared goals.

Experience of managing budgets, financial planning, preparation of funding applications and report writing.

Experience of working with volunteers.

Desirable

Fluency in another language.

Experience of working in a leadership role in an international organisation within health or disability either as a CEO or as part of a wider Senior Management Team.

Knowledge / experience of PWS.

Willingness to travel internationally as needed to support IPWSO’s priorities.

An understanding of charity operations and governance structures in the UK.

Personal Attributes

Essential

Enthusiasm for IPWSO’s work and commitment to its vision, mission and values including dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Empathy for disadvantaged people.

Cultural sensitivity and respect. Confidence and ability to work well with people from different backgrounds from around the world.

Highly self-motivated and able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.

Adaptability and flexibility. Able to navigate change and uncertainty. Able to accommodate international time zones as well as GMT for UK based staff. 20% of time may be outside of normal working hours.

Ethical leadership.

Resilience and determination.

Desirable

Desire to empower and mentor staff and foster a culture of learning, growth, and innovation.

The successful candidates will work 35 hours a week over 5 days, including evening and weekend work as required by the company. 

At Help for Heroes, we believe those who serve our country deserve support when they are wounded. Every day, men and women have to leave their career in the Armed Forces as a result of physical or psychological wounds; their lives changed forever. We help them, and those still serving, to recover and get on with their lives.

And who are we you’re wondering? We are experts and beginners. Generalists and specialists. Ordinary people with an extraordinary passion towards making a positive change to the lives of our veterans (and having fun while doing it).

As One Team we share a philosophy – I.C.A.R.E. It’s the way we walk and talk, the way we interact with others and how we approach everything we do. We are:

Innovative – Collaborative – Authentic – Resourceful – Energetic. 

We have an incredible opportunity for a COMMUNITY BUILDER to join our Community Development team.

Please see below for more information on what just might be your future role.

About The Role 

The Help for Heroes Community Development team are looking to recruit a team of Community Builders to assist in their reshaped participation and connection strategy. Using Asset Based Community Development, we seek to support the charity’s objective to enhance reach and positive impact for members of the Armed Forces Community facing challenges within their local communities.

Are you interested in the Armed Forces community and harnessing their strengths and gifts? Can you identify what already exists in an area and utilise it to create new networks and make things happen?

We are looking for a motivated, dynamic and confident people who are passionate about collaborating with communities in the design and delivery of interventions that bring and connect people together to strengthen networks within the local community. If you believe in the advantages of having a strong community, this role could suit you.

Working closely with Community Development Managers across regions within the UK, the Community Builders will play a vital role in helping to improve lives for Armed Forces Community members by creating a supportive environment that allows them to re-engage and connect with the services at Help for Heroes and with the wider community. 

The main purpose of this role is to connect local people through their skills, passions and assets and support the creation of new connections, bringing people together to improve wellbeing and make the community a better place to live. This will include listening to different points of views, building relationships and motivating people to work together and create their own action influenced by their interests and skillsets to positively impact local communities and help them to flourish.

About You

You will have experience leading and facilitating the mobilisation of local communities, asset mapping, bringing together people for engagement that matters to them. You will have knowledge and experience of Asset Based Community Development work, outreach methods and you will have good organisational skills, energy and the ability to animate local communities. 

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outreach to drive local connection, engagement and participation opportunities for the AFC 

• Develop and embed an ABCD informed way of work 

• Asset map 

• Organise and facilitate community meetings to share ideas, encourage collective decision making and build a sense of belonging 

• Encourage and pilot community lead action in response to local AFC needs/interests through peer led/co-designed initiatives 

• Increase awareness of the challenges faced by military personnel, veterans and their families

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidates will need to be based within an hour’s commute of their allocated locality and there is a requirement to travel within a 75-mile radius of this location (travel expenses covered). Flexibility in working hours is necessary to ensure a total of 70 hours is covered over a 2-week period so please take this into consideration before applying. 

We are looking for someone with the following: 

• A Community Development qualification and/or at least 3 years' experience working within a community development or similar role, with responsibility for bringing about social change and improving quality of life 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop relationships which lead to actions  

• Demonstrable experience within an integrated multi-disciplinary service  

• Experience of engaging and working collaboratively with partners/stakeholders 

About the Team 

You will work as part of the Community Development team; this newly formed team will approach working in defined localities using an asset based community development approach. Together the Community Development Managers and the Community Builders will strengthen local communities using resources and networks that are readily available. You will do this to proliferate opportunities for sustainable participation and engagement alongside a multi-disciplinary team in order to support the Armed Forces Community to live well after service. 

Please see job description for more details about the role. 

*Previous applicants do not need to reapply*

The Senior Direct Marketing Executive will be a key role within the Acquisition Team, as the expert in digital fundraising, a key area of growth in line with the Fundraising Strategy.  We are looking for someone who can support the Trust’s aspirations for digital transformation and ensure excellence across our digital fundraising activity.

Location/base: This role will be based from home, but with an office ‘hub’ for collaborative team meetings.

This role sits within the Individual Giving & Legacy team, reporting to the Acquisition & Development Manager.  It also works closely with the wider Fundraising Division, and cross functionally with other teams within the organisation.

What We Offer

In addition to your salary of £35,000 - £38,000, you will benefit from a competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, great holiday entitlement and numerous other employee benefits, including several salary sacrifice benefits.

• 25 days paid holiday, plus paid Bank Holidays, increasing to 27 days plus Bank Holidays after 3 years
• Annual £200 personal learning & growth award to spend on any learning related activity – hobbies; aspirations etc. 
• Free access to specialist counselling on a range of issues – health; financial; lifestyle; well-being; domestic & neighbourly matters. 
• Access to a range of employee benefits including – store discounts; boating holiday discounts; holiday purchase scheme. 
• 2 days paid volunteering leave, volunteering for local community project work.

At the Trust we care passionately for our waterways, and as importantly, for those who look after and use them. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do as a Trust. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we are a part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community.

All candidates will be treated on the basis of their merits, skills and abilities and solely by being assessed against the requirements for the job.

When you join the Canal & River Trust you become a member of an engaged team working to preserve our heritage for future generations. Come and share your passion and knowledge with a team that makes a difference to millions of people every day.

Please follow the link provided to see a full job description/apply for this vacancy via our website.

Pharmacist Support, crowned Small Charity of the Year 2023 at the Association of Charitable Organisations awards, is looking for a dynamic and driven individual to become their Finance and Operations Director & Deputy Chief Executive.

Who Are We?

We’re the profession’s independent charity, providing vital support to pharmacists, former pharmacists, and pharmacy students. Over the last five years, we’ve undergone transformational changes and are now gearing up to deliver our next five-year strategy, driven by our wellbeing-focused vision and mission.

What’s the Role?

As the Finance and Operations Director & Deputy Chief Executive, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring that Pharmacist Support is financially sustainable and operationally efficient. This is a hands-on role for a "doer" who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’ll work closely with our Chief Executive, Senior Management Team, and Board of Trustees to help steer the charity toward continued success.

What We’re Looking For:

· A passionate, forward-thinking individual with finance expertise

· Someone with a problem-solving mindset with experience in a charitable/not for profit organisation who may be looking for their next step

· Strong people and stakeholder management skills with a collaborative, inclusive approach.

· A desire to work in an agile and dynamic organisation where innovation is encouraged and your contributions make a difference.

Why Work for Us?

At Pharmacist Support, we pride ourselves on having a great culture where people matter. We are committed to promoting equality, valuing diversity, and creating an inclusive environment for all. We offer flexibility, support your professional development, and foster a wellbeing-focused workplace.

How to Apply:

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? To apply, please complete the application form. CVs will not be accepted.

If you’d like to have an informal chat before submitting your application, feel free to email us, and we’ll arrange a conversation. Application deadline: 12 noon, 15th October 2024. Interviews will take place on 31st October 2024 at our Manchester office.

 Make your next career move count – join us and help shape the future of our charity!

Role: School’s Manager 

Location: Flexible working with a mixture of remote working and office based at Solar House, 3rd Floor, 1-9 Romford Rd, London, E15 4LJ or home-based.

Hours: 30 hours per week, term time only (days/times negotiable)

Salary: £22,944 - £25,156 per annum, depending on experience (London based)
             £21,739 - £23,336 per annum, depending on experience (Regional based)

Closing date: 9am 30th September 2024 (This is flexible)

Interview dates:  Interviews will be held WC 09th October 2024

This is a permanent position, due to start in October 2024. 

Our mission at School-Home Support is simple. We get children and young people back in school ready to learn, whatever it takes. Is this a mission for you? Yes? Then read on. 

We are looking for a Schools Manager, to manage existing school relationships and ensure successful delivery of SHS service to schools across the organisation. To build strong relationships with new and existing School leaders to ensure services continue beyond the life cycle of any funded support 

You will have excellent relationship building and communications skills with a proven ability to communicate with a wide group of people. This is a new exciting role and vital to our success in achieving our goals. 

You’ll have previous experience of: 

• Fast moving sales environment

• In negotiating with senior leaders

• Lead generation

• Working within the education sector

• Presenting new ideas / public speaking

We are committed to maximising staff wellbeing and creating an inclusive, safe environment where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. To find out more about our current initiatives and offerings, please view our EDI & Wellbeing initiatives document which you can find here.

As an employer we offer:

• Perkbox membership 

• Employee assistance programme

• Life assurance 

• Pension scheme

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

School-Home Support​ ​takes very seriously the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring that our safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice. Our safeguarding policy recognises that the welfare and interests of children are paramount in all circumstances. All roles at SHS are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

The successful candidate will work 35 hours a week over 5 days, including evening and weekend work as required by the company. This role will cover North England, Scotland and Northern Ireland however the successful candidate will need to be based in Northern Ireland.

At Help for Heroes, we believe those who serve our country deserve support when they are wounded. Every day, men and women have to leave their career in the Armed Forces as a result of physical or psychological wounds; their lives changed forever. We help them, and those still serving, to recover and get on with their lives.

And who are we you’re wondering? We are experts and beginners. Generalists and specialists. Ordinary people with an extraordinary passion towards making a positive change to the lives of our veterans (and having fun while doing it).

As One Team we share a philosophy – I.C.A.R.E. It’s the way we walk and talk, the way we interact with others and how we approach everything we do. We are:

Innovative – Collaborative – Authentic – Resourceful – Energetic. 

We have an incredible opportunity for a COMMUNITY BUILDER to join our Community Development team.

Please see below for more information on what just might be your future role.

About The Role  

The Help for Heroes Community Development team are looking to recruit a team of Community Development Managers to assist in their reshaped participation and connection strategy. Using Asset Based Community Development, we seek to support the charity’s objective to enhance reach and positive impact for members of the Armed Forces Community facing challenges within their local communities.

As a Community Development Manager, you will lead and inspire a team of Community Builders, fostering collaboration, innovation and commitment to community impact working in an ABCD informed way. The aim is to connect and re-engage members of the AFC with the services at Help for Heroes and within the wider community. 

This is an exciting and varied role for dynamic and confident individuals, in which the right candidate will work directly within communities across the UK; bringing the Armed Forces Community together to improve wellbeing and make the community a better place to live. The main purpose of the role is to contribute to the leadership of an integrated, community development and hybrid volumizing offer which improves reach and sustained positive impact for members of the Armed Forces community. 

About You

You will be responsible for the effective line management of a dispersed community-based team and have experience managing co-designed/co-delivered community development initiatives. You will recognise the potential for growth and expansion within these communities and empower local people to exact changes focused on what’s important to them. 

You will have a genuine professional commitment to ABCD informed delivery, possess the capacity to work collaboratively with others and pilot projects for new community development initiatives by identifying and creating viable plans for growth and expansion to increase reach, impact and accessibility across the AFC.  

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate locality-based Community Development related services 

• Provide line management for a regionally specific team of Community Builders, positively participating in line management meetings, annual appraisals, monthly and quarterly team meetings as required facilitating 1:1 and group line management supervision including volunteers 

• Act as safeguarding and health and safety lead for your regional team ensuring safe practice 

• Set clear objectives and performance expectations for Community Development colleagues/volunteers and programme activity

• Identify and leverage community assets and resources to support community development initiatives 

• Support the collation of evidence and impact data 

PLEASE NOTE: There is a requirement for frequent travel extensively within the regions allocated for this role. There will be evening and weekend working as required and flexibility in working hours is necessary to ensure a total of 70 hours is covered over a 2-week period so please take this into consideration before applying. 

We are looking for someone with the following: 

• Educated to degree level in a relevant field (Social Science, Community Development, Health and Social Care), related field, or hold an equivalent professional Community Development qualification. 

• Demonstrable experience of senior management/leadership of a Community Development team or integrated multi-disciplinary service informed by Community Development principles 

• Proficiency in managing projects from conception to completion  

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively 

About The Team 

You will work as part of the Community Development team; this newly formed team will approach working in defined localities using an asset based community development approach. Together the Community Development Managers and the Community Builders will strengthen local communities using resources and networks that are readily available. You will do this to proliferate opportunities for sustainable participation and engagement alongside a multi-disciplinary team in order to support the Armed Forces Community to live well after service. 

Please see job description for more details about the role.

What We Offer

To enable our employees to thrive in all aspects of their lives we proudly support flexible working practices. You can tailor your working day around your work and private commitments providing you maintain high class service to the team and our veterans at all times. And there are also a wide range of other benefits we offer like 29 days paid holiday, enhanced family friendly packages, health cashback plan.

*Previous applicants do not need to reapply*

Overview of Role:

As Human Resources Advisor you will be joining a small, friendly and supportive HR team providing advice and support to managers and staff across the full range of employee life-cycle activities. This is a maternity cover post, so is offered on a fixed term contract for 12 months. As this is a short-term contract, we are looking for someone with HR experience at this level who can also embody our culture as a charity with a Christian ethos.

You will provide HR advice and support, to our Centres of Mission (CoM) (which are local projects run in partnership with Diocese to share the Good News of Jesus); our central services team in Sheffield known as Co.Lab; and our Sheffield based conference centre and accommodation.

The HR Advisor will play a key role in developing and strengthening the relationship between the staff, line managers and HR and ensure we deliver an effective HR service which is aligned with the service to the wider organisation. The post holder will work closely with managers in making sure the Christian ethos and values of Church Army are part of their culture and practice as line managers.

This role suits someone who is a HR generalist with strong knowledge of key HR practices including recruitment and retention, employee relations and development and training. The ideal candidate will be experienced in working in HR and hold a related qualification such as CIPD. As the role will be the link between HR, CoMs and our Co.Lab team, the post holder will play a key part in ensuring the vision, values and ethos of Church Army are evident. They will also bring their day-to-day experience of those areas into shaping the practice of the HR Team.

Salary: £21,029 (0.7) per annum / £24,033 (0.8) per annum (FTE £30,041) per annum

Hours: Flexible options for part-time hours (FTE is 37.5 hours):
26.25 hours (0.7) per week
30 hours (0.8) per week
Working pattern flexible between Monday to Friday.

Pension: Church Army is an auto enrolment pension employer. You will be assessed under pension auto enrolment criteria.

Annual Leave:173.25 hours (0.7) per annum / 198 hours (0.8) per annum (inclusive of Bank Holidays) (FTE is 247.5 hours = 25 days plus eight days bank holidays)

Contract:  Part-time, Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)

About Brightside

Brightside is on a mission to help young people make confident and informed decisions about their future. For over 20 years, we’ve used technology to connect young people facing barriers with inspiring mentors. We deliver online mentoring programmes in collaboration with schools, universities, businesses and charities to provide young people with access to networks, online career information and high-quality mentoring. Read our latest impact report here.

Role overview

The Senior Programme Manager will lead our delivery team and work closely with the Partnership Manager to ensure that we’re designing and delivering mentoring projects that meet our partner objectives. The postholder will line-manage key staff in the delivery team, delegate programme activity and oversee quality across our portfolio. The postholder will be accountable for engagement across our portfolio and for ensuring we meet targets and key performance indicators set by our partners for project outcomes.

The postholder will also lead the delivery of Brightside Mentoring, our London based mentoring project that’s currently funded until 31 December 2025. This will involve leading the ongoing design of the project as we learn from each cohort, recruiting young people to take part from across our London networks and reporting to the funder on project progress. Our ideal candidate will therefore be based in or around London, as frequent travel will be required.

Responsible for (our partner portfolio)

• Overseeing project deliverables across our portfolio, ensuring tasks are delegated across the team and that deadlines are met
• Chairing weekly delivery team meetings to stay on top of project launches, delivery updates and upcoming evaluations
• Ensuring that roles and responsibilities for project delivery are clear across the delivery team
• Collaborating with the Partnership Manager to manage our approach to risk across the portfolio
• Collaborating with the Data and Insight Manager to ensure recommendations and learning are embedded into future projects
• Monitoring quality in our project delivery, and developing systems to do this efficiently
• Managing our training calendar, ensuring that mentor and mentee training sessions are staffed as required
• Overseeing our training content, reviewing as necessary
• Acting as an escalation point for challenges that may arise in projects
• Acting as an escalation point for any safeguarding concerns
• Providing monthly reports to the Senior Leadership Team on progress with strategic programmes and the portfolio
• Proof reading end of programme evaluation reports

Responsible for (Brightside Mentoring)

• Acting as Programme Lead for Brightside Mentoring, our London-based mentoring project (currently funded until December 2025)
• Leading the programme design process, embedding learning from previous cohorts and addressing previous challenges through innovation
• Working closely with the Partnership Manager to lead mentee recruitment, ensuring that we’re reaching young people and getting them onto the project
• Attending recruitment events across London, working with contacts in and beyond our network to recruit young people
• Delegating tasks across the delivery team
• Working with the Interim Head of Innovation to recruit volunteers
• Ensuring that all volunteers are trained and DBS-checked before participating

Accountable for

• Engagement across our portfolio – monitoring participation of mentors and mentees, identifying success, challenges and developing strategies to improve engagement
• Programme management processes – ensuring we implement robust programme management processes that lead to success, with clear workflows for the team to follow
• Programme records – ensuring that the delivery team keep accurate records of meetings, updates and learning
• Participant conversion – ensuring that as many young people as possible fully participate in programmes after they sign-up

Team working

• You will be line managed by the Interim Head of Innovation
• You will line manage a Programme Manager and the Data and Insight Manager
• You will lead the delivery team and chair weekly team meetings
• You will work closely with the Interim Head of Innovation and Partnership Manager to lead the Programmes Team

Essential criteria

To be successful in this role, you should:

• Be strongly aligned with our mission
• Embrace Brightside’s values and contribute to a positive staff culture
• Understand the challenges faced by young people in education and careers
• Demonstrate a significant track record in programme management
• Be confident in delegation
• Have significant experience in making data-driven decisions (using insights to inform programme design)
• Have a strong track record in leadership and team coordination
• Have experience of line management
• Be able to build strong relationships and collaborate well with others
• Have excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
• Be able to work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities

Desirable criteria

We are especially interested in candidates who:

• Have experience using Salesforce or other CRM software
• Have experience of using project management software such as Monday .com for tracking deliverables

A DBS check at the enhanced level will be required for successful applicants

Your development

You will be supported and challenged in this role. All staff can get involved in activities across the organisation. We are committed to the learning and development of staff and your line manager will work with you to create a personal development plan to support your growth and career progression.

We’re committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can be themselves and succeed in the workplace and beyond. Our culture is inclusive and supportive to staff from all backgrounds, and we provide flexible policies to cater for the differing needs of all staff.

Salary and benefits

Salary: £35,900- £38,900

Contract: Fixed term (ending 31 December 2025)

Hours of work: 37.5 hours a week (full-time)

Holiday allowance: 25 days

Other benefits include:

• Three days additional leave between Christmas and New Year
• Three days of volunteering leave
• Tenancy deposit loan scheme
• Up to one month ‘work from anywhere’ policy
• Employer pension contributions
• Flexible working hours
• Regular staff socials
• Option to buy up to five additional days of annual leave

Application instructions

• Submit an answer via CharityJob to the following question: ‘Describe a successful programme you managed. What strategies or actions did you take that contributed to its success?’
• Submit a one-page cover letter, outlining how you meet the role’s essential criteria
• Submit your CV

Applications must be submitted by 8am on Monday 21 October

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered

Successful applicants will be invited to first interviews from the week commencing 28 October

Successful applicants from the first interview will be invited to a second interview on the week commencing 4 November. The second interview will include a presentation and/or task.

About Brightside

Brightside is on a mission to help young people make confident and informed decisions about their future. For over 20 years, we’ve used technology to connect young people facing barriers with inspiring mentors. We deliver online mentoring programmes in collaboration with schools, universities, businesses and charities to provide young people with access to networks, online career information and high-quality mentoring. Read our latest impact report here.

Role overview

The Data and Insight Manager will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating quality and impact across our mentoring programmes. The postholder will work closely with our Programme Managers to build evaluation frameworks that reflect our partners’ objectives and support the delivery team to plan projects that deliver on the partners’ target outcomes. The postholder will lead on analysing end of project survey data, drawing insights and recommendations and using these to write and deliver end of project evaluation reports. The Data and Insight Manager will monitor impact and outcomes across our portfolio and support our Senior Leadership Team to understand the impact our projects are having across our mentoring portfolio.  This is a varied role, suited to candidates interested in using data and insights to improve processes and articulate impact to a wide range of audiences.

Responsible for

• Creating evaluation frameworks for our projects based on logic modules, ensuring our mentoring delivery is outcomes-driven
• Collaborating with the programme delivery team to ensure partner aims are embedded in evaluation frameworks alongside our organisational Theory of Change
• Creating and maintaining Power BI dashboards to oversee end of programme and termly impact data
• Sharing start of programme data with the delivery team to encourage in-project changes based on findings
• Analysing quantitative and qualitative data to use in evaluation reports and to support wider organisational activity
• Writing end-of-project evaluation reports, using data to make recommendations
• Overseeing the efficiency and accuracy of our data collection tools
• Proofing and testing evaluation surveys to ensure accuracy of questions and survey logic
• Reviewing and improving our evaluation planning and reporting templates as appropriate (including focus group templates and documentation)
• Delivering focus groups and/or interviews as required by project evaluations or wider organisational impact reporting
• Termly data analysis of outcomes across our portfolio to track impact progress
• Working with the fundraising team, using our data and case studies to bring our impact to life
• Using our significant qualitative and quantitative data to explore hypotheses
• Identifying patterns or results that help us to understand our impact and key drivers to ensure a high-quality experience for our mentees and mentors

Accountable for

• Evaluation processes – embedding systems to collect essential information and context from the programmes team for writing evaluation reports
• Embedding learning – ensuring that there are systems in place for project learning to be captured in future project plans
• Accurate data collection – ensuring that all surveys are set-up correctly and that data is gathered accurately

Team working

• You will be line managed by the Senior Programme Manager
• You will work closely with the programmes team to gather partner aims and objectives to support evaluation frameworks and reports
• You will work closely with the fundraising team to support their work in communicating our impact

Essential criteria

To be successful in this role, you should:

• Be strongly aligned with our mission
• Embrace Brightside’s values and contribute to a positive staff culture
• Understand the challenges faced by young people in education and careers
• Significant experience in evaluation methodologies, such as logic models and Theory of Change
• Significant experience in creating and using Power BI dashboards (or similar systems) to analyse data
• Demonstrate a strong track record in data analysis
• Significant experience in evaluating a project or process from start to finish
• Be comfortable working with stakeholders from non-analytical backgrounds
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail
• Have experience of monitoring impact and project outcomes across several projects
• Demonstrate a strong track record of translating complex findings into accessible reports and presentations for a wide range of audiences
• Be solutions-focused with the ability to work through challenges with others
• Be able to use creativity to find stories in project data
• Have excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
• Be able to manage competing deadlines

Desirable criteria

We are especially interested in candidates who:

• Have experience using Salesforce or other CRM software
• Have experience of using project management software such as Monday .com for tracking deliverables
• Knowledge and understanding of social mobility and/or the fair access sector
• Experience of integrating youth voice into evaluation methodologies
• Have experience in facilitating focus groups and interviews

A DBS check at the enhanced level will be required for successful applicants

Your development

You will be supported and challenged in this role. All staff can get involved in activities across the organisation. We are committed to the learning and development of staff. Your line manager will work with you to create a personal development plan to support your growth and career progression.

We’re committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can be themselves and succeed in the workplace and beyond. Our culture is inclusive and supportive to staff from all backgrounds, and we provide flexible policies to cater for the differing needs of all staff.

Salary and benefits

Salary: £30,400-£35,900

Contract: Fixed-term (ending 31 December 2025)

Hours of work: 37.5 hours a week (full-time)

Holiday allowance: 25 days

Other benefits include:

• Three days additional leave between Christmas and New Year
• Three days of volunteering leave
• Tenancy deposit loan scheme
• Up to one month ‘work from anywhere’ policy
• Employer pension contributions
• Flexible working hours
• Regular staff socials
• Option to buy up to five additional days of annual leave

Application instructions

• Submit an answer via CharityJob to the following question: ‘Can you give an example of how you've used data to drive decision-making in a previous role?’ 
• Submit a one-page cover letter, outlining how you meet the role’s essential criteria
• Submit your CV

Applications must be submitted by 8am on Monday 28 October

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered

Successful applicants will be invited to interviews from the week commencing 4 November.

A second interview for successful candidates will involve a task and/or presentation.

Brightside will conduct a blind recruitment process, removing names and gender-identifying features from applications before being reviewed by the hiring manager for shortlisting.

‘’Candlelighters have had a profound effect on our family, we’re so grateful for all they do for us. I’ve said on occasions that the hospital is saving my daughter’s life and Candlelighters are saving mine.’’

Every year over 150 children in Yorkshire will be diagnosed with cancer. For over 40 years Candlelighters have existed to bring light and hope to every family affected by childhood cancer by improving treatment, finding cures and by investing in vital research to improve the outcomes and lives of children with cancer.

Candlelighters deliver a range of high-quality family support services for whenever and wherever they are needed, from the point diagnosis, during after treatment, and for those families who are sadly bereaved.

This life changing organisation is looking for an exceptional Senior Regional Fundraiser to join the mighty fundraising team that helps raise the vital funds the charity needs.

The Role

We are looking for a talented Senior Regional Fundraiser to support the fundraising team by generating income, maximising opportunities and building relationships within the Yorkshire community. Duties will include:

• Leading on the development of the community fundraising strategy
• Working collaboratively with the fundraising team to achieve targets through shared fundraising activities
• To proactively engage with the families Candlelighters support, community groups, schools and local businesses
• To develop excellent fundraising relationships by providing appropriate levels of stewardship and support to donors
• Delivering presentations and attending third party events where appropriate

The Person

To be considered for this fabulous role you should have experience of community fundraising and meeting fundraising targets. You will have excellent presentation skills and be confident with public speaking. With an ability and desire to build and nurture relationships in various scenarios, you will be confident delivering effective fundraising campaigns and events.

Knowledge of using a CRM database and experience of developing budgets & fundraising plans is essential. It is key that you have the ability to work independently and perhaps most importantly that you are able to remain positive, resilient and flexible when dealing with change. A knowledge of local networks would also be desirable.

Why Candlelighters?

This wonderful charity considers itself to be one big family that believes in making every day as positive as it can be. Employee wellbeing is a huge priority for Candlelighters and feel it is vital that their employees are well rewarded. They offer a whole range of incredible benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Access to wellbeing activities
• Flexible working
• Group Personal Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
• Generous holiday allowance
• Training and Development opportunities
• An extra day off your birthday
• Team away days and a Social Committee
• Support for Working Parents
• Talking Therapies
• Free hot and cold refreshments

 “I have worked at Candlelighters for over 5 years now, it’s such an AMAZING place to work - One big family! From the first day you start at Candlelighters you feel the warmth and joy from the whole team, everyone is fabulous and so supportive! I feel very privileged to work for Candlelighters.”

This role is a full time, 12-month fixed term contract and offers the opportunity to work flexibly from the office in Leeds, out in the community and from home. A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for the role.

Please note this role is subject to an enhanced criminal record check, which is processed through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

This particular role is not suitable for family members who are currently receiving support from Candlelighters. This is to ensure they are given the best possible care and support without any potential conflict of interest.

If you think you could be the right person to fulfil the rewarding responsibilities of this role, apply here, or get in contact Charlie or Leanne at Charity Horizons for more information. 

Please note: If you would like to submit an application or express your interest in an alternative format such as audio or video upload or require any adaptations for your initial engagement with us, please contact either Charlie or Leanne who will be happy to advise on this.

Please also be aware that we use anonymous recruitment methods when submitting shortlists for all our roles and we only work with organisations that are happy to engage with us in this way.

Charity Horizons is an equal opportunities employer and as such actively promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all suitable candidates irrespective of age, disability, hidden disability, race or national origin, religion or belief, gender, gender expression, political view, sexual orientation, medical condition and pregnancy.

Prospectus is delighted to be working with the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health in their search for a Regional Development Manager. This is a full-time position, offered on a 9-month FTC, working remotely, or in the Midlands (hybrid).

Reporting to the Networks Development Manager, the Regional Development Manager will lead, and manage a portfolio of volunteer-led branch committees, guiding their activities to support the charitable objectives and strategic aims of IOSH. Branch activities include regular events offering professional development, and this postholder will work with the Networks and Events Programme to help coordinate these branch events and programmes. The new Regional Development Manager will develop relationships with regional stakeholder, supporting member recruitment and retention.

To be successful, you will have excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, with experience of managing volunteers and/or volunteer committees. You will have the ability work collaboratively across diverse teams and stakeholders, able to build effective working relationships and partnerships throughout. You will have strong organisational skills, with experience of managing projects, and creative problem solving. It is desirable, but no means essential to have knowledge or experience of memberships growth.

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.

In order to apply please, submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call to brief you on the role

Prospectus is delighted to be supporting an organisation that supports midwives and maternity support workers with guidance, support and advice to help with their professional development. The well-established organisation are looking to the recruit a new Digital Content Officer to join their digital communications team.

This is a permanent contract and full-time basis (35 hours a week). The working arrangements are flexible – You can choose to be based from one of the organisation’s offices in (London HQ, Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh) or home based, with travel to offices and for other meetings, events and visits as required.
 
Salary for London HQ – £40,286 (London weighting)
Salary for office based in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh or home based- £35,071

 The Digital Content Officer plays a key role in creating and delivering engaging and inspiring content across a range of digital channels, including the website and social media. Ensuring the digital presence supports and enhances the organisation's business offering and delivers the messages effectively. You will identify opportunities for greater engagement, including via existing and new platforms and channels. You will also monitor, analyse and report on the performance of digital channels/activities, including the use of search engine optimisation, to drive greater engagement with target audiences.
 
The postholder will support the Director of Communications & Engagement in shaping the digital content strategy and digital content offer. You will support teams by providing expert advice on creating impactful communications and acting as the communications lead on projects
 
To be considered for this role you will have experience in managing online content and developing the online presence of an organisation. You will have knowledge of WordPress, search engine optimisation (SEO), Google Analytics, social media scheduling tools. You will have experience in developing and managing social media campaigns.
 
You will have strong written and verbal communication skills and enjoy working part of a collaborative team. You will have an engaging writing style and excellent attention to detail. You will also have the ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast moving and pressured communications environment.
 
Desirably, you will have experience of producing video content, using Adobe Photoshop and InDesign, producing email marketing campaigns and paid social media campaigns.

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.

This is a fast-moving process, and applications will be sent across on a rolling basis, please apply using your CV to avoid disappointment.