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Job Role:

Administrative Assistant

Start Date:

ASAP

Hours:

28 hours per week (actual days/times worked are negotiable)

Salary:

£21,000 FTE so £16,800 for 28 hours, per annum & 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, and additional benefits

Location:

Remote working from home with occasional travel

Closing Date for

Applications:

4th August 2025

Interviews

Likely to be week commencing 11th August 2025

Role Overview

Advocacy After Fatal Domestic Abuse (AAFDA) was founded by Frank Mullane in memory of his sister Julia Pemberton and her son Will who were both killed by her ex-partner in 2003. Each year, around 150 families lose a loved one to domestic homicide. We help these families in many ways, our prime function being to provide families in England and Wales with specialist peer support and expert and specialist advocacy for the range of statutory reviews that will take place after fatal domestic abuse. 

AAFDA is a growing Charity and to meet the demands of this growth, we are looking for an Administration Assistant to join our busy team.

You’ll be part of a friendly but efficient, remote-working team and so will require a high level of self-motivation and initiative, excellent communication skills and a good sense of humour.

Our whole team contribute to the general running of the organisation, and you will need the ability and flexibility, to juggle a variety of tasks under the pressures of a small, busy, and rapidly growing Charity.

Reporting to our Finance and Resources Manage, Manager, the postholder will provide a range of administration support across the different strands of our work.

We welcome applications from candidates with experience of domestic abuse.  We are also committed to diversity and strongly encourage applications from those with Black and/or Minoritised backgrounds.

To Apply: Please see the job description and person specification attached and email your C.V. and supporting statement 

The post-holder will maintain a manageable caseload of clients needing support with their welfare rights and benefits. The role is to support the Welfare Rights Advice Project Team with the following:

1. To carry out an initial client assessment, identifying any issues with their benefits and any claims they can make to maximise their income.
2. Provide casework (including challenging decisions) for welfare benefits available to clients with mental health difficulties and their carers: i.e. Personal Independence Payments, Universal Credit, Employment and Support Allowance and Housing Benefit.
3. Provide information and advice as appropriate about issues related to a client’s particular situation.
4. Provide advice and casework for mobility and discretionary schemes and personal grants that could be of benefit to clients.
5. Take referrals directly from service users, carers or staff from other agencies (encouraging use of our online referral form)
6. Signpost and refer clients to agencies that assist with transition from hospital to community living, or to tackle social isolation and improve mental wellbeing.
7. Maintain records in accordance with Hear Us policies and procedures, including the handling of confidential and private documents and keeping written and computer records up to date and secure.
8. Liaise with GPs, CMHT’s and other agencies to obtain supporting documents, by telephone, letter and e-mail.
9. Taking confidential telephone messages from clients and outside agencies.
10. Take part in weekly WRAP team meetings regarding case allocation, and stay up to date with changes in benefits legislation. 
11. Attend regular supervision and yearly appraisals with line manager.
12. Assist WRAP manager to write reports and evaluate the project for funding bids and to support and promote the project.
13. Collect and distribute flyers and leaflets for signposting purposes.
14. Attend Hear Us staff meetings, staff development days, and other Hear Us events (e.g. Hear Us Open Forum) where directed by line manager.
15. Attend identified training and other personal development activities that will support you in this role.
16. Develop and maintain healthy working practices for yourself, with clear personal and professional boundaries.

Counselling Service Administrator 

Age UK Camden is recruiting an Administration Officer to join the Counselling Team. 

Age UK Camden is a local, independent and innovative charity which has provided services to older people in Camden for more than 50 years through diverse and inclusive services.   Our counselling services operate in partnership with the NHS Camden Talking Therapies for Anxiety and Depression iCope, and we offer time-limited counselling (on average 8-12 sessions) for clients with low to medium levels of depression, anxiety, and psychological issues. 

The successful candidate will: 

• Assist with the Counselling Services’ administrative needs and conduct tasks as required by the Counselling Service Manager and the Clinical Lead Councillor 

• Ensure in conjunction with the Manager, the effective implementation of administrative systems for supporting the service including the maintenance of the Client Filing system and the databases, including Charitylog and IAPTus database. 

• Make contacts with clients by telephone, email, letter and in person regarding their enquiries, referrals, progress and cancellation. 

• Help arrange workshops and therapy groups as requested. 

•  (See Job description and person specification for full duties) 

Salary:  SCP 12-15  £29,071.14 to £30,672.75 pa FTE (£17,442.68 to £18,403.65 pa for a 21 hour week) 

Hours: 21 hours per week  Contract Type: Permanent 

Closing date:  Monday 21st July 2025 - 5pm

Interview dates: Thursday 31st July 2025 – in person 

To Apply please complete the application form, equal opps form and criminal declaration

As part of the application process please submit an application form demonstrating how you meet the shortlisting criteria in the Person Specification. Please also complete and return the criminal convictions declaration form. 

Age UK Camden is an Equal Opportunities and London Living Wage Employer.  Registered Charity No. 293446 

About Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow Mind

We’re Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow Mind, part of Mind the mental health charity. We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets support and respect. We provide advice and support to empower anybody experiencing a mental health problem and we campaign to improve services, raise awareness, and promote understanding.

We work in Hammersmith, Fulham, Ealing, and Hounslow and have a range of services and products to help children, young people and adults maintain and regain their mental health. We work with employers, partners, community groups and other charities to achieve our aims.

 

Purpose of the Job

This is a key role within a small and busy finance team. The postholder is responsible for a range of transaction processing and finance administration; mostly focused on purchase ledger, sales ledger, assisting with the month-end process, and plays a vital role in upholding HFEH Mind’s financial controls.

Working closely with the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer will also need to communicate effectively with staff across the organisation and a wide range of suppliers to help resolve queries and ensure that the purchase and sales ledger processes are operating efficiently and effectively. Excellent organisational skills, the ability to prioritise to achieve internal reporting deadlines, and meticulous attention to detail, are critical for this role.
 

 

Job Description

Purchase and payments

• Ensure all invoices, expenses and credit notes received are processed following the agreed systems and controls.
• Process invoices and expenses into the accounting system.
• Creation of twice weekly and ad-hoc pay runs.
• Process and pay file generated into the bank software.
• Produce and send out remittances.
• Aged creditors review monthly
• Oversee that authorisation processes are being followed by staff.
• Process staff expense claims following the agreed systems and controls.
• Organise and process occasional cash floats and petty cash, ensuring unspent cash is accounted for and all transactions evidenced and recorded.

Card purchases

• Oversee day to day administration of card purchases, ensuring cardholders upload receipts and code transactions by the stated month end deadlines.
• Transfer fully evidenced and coded transactions from credit card template to Sage
• Reconcile transactions to the bank statements

Sales

• Raise sales invoices as requested and per income schedule.
• Sending out sales invoices to customers.
• Creation of a debtors report twice a month and distribute.
• Coordinate with operational staff for the recovery of debt; escalating in line with procedures.
• Posting cash receipts and allocate to the relevant invoice.
• Aged debts management

Banking

• Reconcile banking on a timely basis
• Post direct debit payments

Inbox management and other queries

• Daily review of new messages received into the finance email inbox from staff, suppliers and other parties, dealing with queries directly where possible.
• Be especially vigilant about phishing, Malware / spam emails which are common in generically named inboxes and following all data protection guidance given.
• For more involved queries, liaise with and assist other finance team members to resolve them appropriately; maintain responsibility for ensuring they are resolved.
• Excellent organisation and administration of both inboxes, to ensure the status of queries is clear at all times and appropriate records are kept on file.

Other regular tasks

• Support the Finance Manager with weekly payroll administration, for example communications with staff members regarding timesheets and new starter information.
• Pay cheques and cash into the bank account, including accurate completion of banking.
• Withdraw cash from the bank as necessary
• Lead on ensuring the digital filing structure is adhered to and support the rest of the team with scanning and filing as needed.
• Lead on the archiving of paper documents stored in the office.
• Assist with other tasks appropriate to your level of training where needed, to help ensure that the finance function operates effectively, including providing cover where staff are sick or taking annual leave.
• Work to the month end deadlines agreed within the finance team, to ensure timely production of management accounts and internal reports.
• Take responsibility for your continuous professional development, ensuring you maintain up to date knowledge of relevant financial legislation, accounting standards, good practice and new initiatives as relevant to the Mental Health and charity sectors.
• Uphold and embody all HFEH Mind company policies, including but not limited to Equality & Diversity, Dignity at Work, Health and Safety and Code of Conduct for Staff
• Attend any training required by the organisation.
• Any other duties reasonably required to support the Finance team.

This job description outlines the general ways in which it is expected you will meet the overall requirements of this post. The list of tasks is not an exclusive one and HFEH Mind may vary duties from time to time. This job description is subject to regular review.

Join our dynamic advocacy team at Pohwer, dedicated to empowering communities and enhancing service delivery in Gloucester. We are looking for a motivated Community Development Worker who is passionate about making a difference by identifying service gaps and fostering strong networks within the community.
 

Hours of Work: 1xPart-Time: 22.2 hours, working between 9am – 5pm Monday – Friday.

Location: Home based with travel around the Gloucester area. 

(Applicants should live in the Gloucester area)

Salary: Part-time salary £15,058.80 per Annum (Full time salary equivalent £25098.00 per annum)

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Community Development Worker Requirements:

1. Strong communication and time management skills to successfully work remotely.
2. Excellent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and the ability to learn software packages such as client management databases.
3. Attention to detail to ensure accurate recording of records and reporting to meet tight deadlines.

Desirable:

1. Previous experience in advocacy, information and advice, or a similar role within health, social care, or the voluntary sector.
2. Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults.
3. Working knowledge of public and voluntary organisations.

Benefits:

1. 25 days annual leave + Bank holiday (Rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service) with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave + your birthday off as an additional holiday day after 1 years’ service!
2. Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave.
3. 1 Community Leave Day per annum.
4. Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan which covers Optical/dental/alternative therapy and more!
5. Auto enrolment Pension plan
6. Death in service cover.
7. Bike to work scheme.

Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do

At POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients’ best interests.

We provide a full induction, training and equipment including a laptop and mobile phone. It is a contractual requirement that all advocates hold or are working towards an advocacy qualification. The most recognised qualification is the City and Guilds Level 4 Independent Advocacy Practice Qualification (IAP) for practising advocates, previously completed City and Guilds Level 3 National Advocacy Qualification (NAQ). If you do not already hold an NAQ certificate or diploma or IAP qualification or equivalent, the expectation will be that you will gain the City and Guilds IAP qualification following successful completion of probation and pre-enrolment process. POhWER will fully sponsor this and provide a reasonable amount of study time and in return expect advocates to manage their time and complete within 12 months of registration.

Think you are the perfect fit for this Community Development Worker role? Don’t wait! Apply Now with your CV and Cover letter!

Closing Date: 9am, Monday 14th July 2025 (We reserve the right to close this vacancy early)

Interview Date: TBC

An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.

We’re proud to support our colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant in August 2024.

Successful applicants will need to obtain business insurance for their own vehicle.

POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a level 2 Disability confidence scheme employer, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

POhWER is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian and other racially minoritised people, LGBTQ+ who are currently under-represented in our workforce.

To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds.

Mind in Brighton and Hove empowers and supports people who have experience of mental health issues in Brighton and Hove and West Sussex. Our Advocacy Services take action to help people say what they want, secure their rights, represent their interests, and obtain services they need.

We are seeking to appoint an advocate who will be covering Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA) and Community Mental Health Advocacy in Brighton and Hove 4 days per week. The role will provide Independent Mental Health Advocacy at Mill View hospital in Hove 2 days per week and Community Mental Health Advocacy the other 2 days of the week. This will involve attending client appointments in the community and at our central Brighton office.

This split role involves providing Independent Mental Health Advocacy, working within the framework of the Mental Health Act 1983, to support people to understand their rights under the Act and participate in decisions about their care and treatment across Brighton and Hove.

The Community Advocacy part of the role has responsibility for the provision of independent, professional mental health advocacy within the community. This post requires an understanding of advocacy, experience of managing a client case load, excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a range of professionals, whilst retaining independence.

In return, we offer a range of benefits including full induction, nationally accredited advocacy qualification and 29 days’ leave (pro rata) per year excluding bank holidays, 3% pension contribution and access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.

Full job details and an application pack can be found on our website.

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 29th July 2025.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 5th August at 51 New England St, Brighton BN1 4GQ. Alternative interview dates can be arranged if required. 

We are committed to equal opportunities and we value diversity in our workforce and aim to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability (including experience of living with mental health issues), gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity.

All successful applicants are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

Mind in Brighton and Hove empowers and supports people who have experience of mental health issues in Brighton and Hove and West Sussex. Our Advocacy Services take action to help people say what they want, secure their rights, represent their interests, and obtain services they need.

We are seeking to appoint an Independent Mental Health Advocate (IMHA) in West Sussex. The role will be based at Langley Green Hospital in Crawley, with regular travel to other sites in West Sussex, including weekly visits to Meadowfield Hospital in Worthing and occasional visits to the Brighton office for meetings and training.

This role involves providing Independent Mental Health Advocacy, working within the framework of the Mental Health Act 1983 to support people to understand their rights under the Act and participate in decisions about their care and treatment across the area of West Sussex. The post requires an understanding of advocacy, experience of managing a client case load, excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a range of professionals, whilst retaining independence.

In return, we offer a range of benefits including full induction, nationally accredited advocacy qualification and 29 days’ leave (pro rata) per year excluding bank holidays, 3% pension contribution and access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme.

Full job details and an application pack can be found on our website.

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 29th July 2025.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 5th August at 51 New England St, Brighton BN1 4GQ. Alternative interview dates can be arranged if required. 

We are committed to equal opportunities and we value diversity in our workforce and aim to recruit a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability (including experience of living with mental health issues), gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity.

All successful applicants are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

You will be responsible for working across the charity to identify new funding opportunities, preparing high-quality applications, and maintaining relationships with key funders. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and highly organized individual with experience in fundraising and grant writing.  Making A Difference To Maidstone is a hyper local Christian Charity working on behalf of those in crisis in Maidstone Kent.

Responsibilities:

· Research and identify potential trusts and foundations to approach for funding.

· Work with the Management team to identify projects and proposals.

· Write compelling funding applications and reports to secure financial support for the charity’s projects and initiatives.

· Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key funders, keeping them informed of progress and the impact of their donations.

· Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with corporate funders, keeping them informed of progress and the impact of their donations.

· Manage a portfolio of existing trusts and foundations, ensuring timely reporting and stewardship.

· Track and manage fundraising data, ensuring accurate records of all communications and activities.

· Prepare regular fundraising reports.

Required Skills and Experience:

· Proven experience in fundraising, with a strong focus on trusts and foundations.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write persuasive proposals and reports.

· Strong research skills and the ability to identify new funding opportunities.

· Experience in managing donor relationships.

· Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

· Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.

· Proficient in all Microsoft and Google software applications

Desired Skills and Experience:

· Knowledge of Beacon Customer Relations Management system desired

· Certificate in Fundraising either from the Chartered Institute of Fundraising or equivalent desired

· A good Marketing and/or Fundraising background is desired

· A commitment to making a positive impact.

.         Marketing experience desirable

Role specifics:

· Office based role

Please apply via the blue apply button above

Salary: £24,804 – £28,219 (with the potential for progression within the band based on programme development and growth)

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Education Department at Bristol City Robins Foundation and lead our FdSc and BSc (Top-up) courses in Community Football Coaching and Development.

• Are you interested in leading and overseeing an education programme, ensuring its success and development?
• Do you have experience working in, or a passion for, in an education setting? Can you build supportive, professional relationships while supporting learners’ academic, practical, and personal development?
• Are you adaptable, proactive, and eager to thrive in a dynamic charity environment?

If so, we would like to talk to you…

We seek a full-time Programme Lead for our Foundation Degree in Community Football Coaching and Development, including the BSc Top-up year. Delivered in partnership with the University of South Wales and EFL in the Community, this course blends academic study with real-world delivery experience within the Robins Foundation and wider club programmes. This role also includes coaching a team and coordinating fixtures within our post-16 provision.

Your Main Responsibilities:

• Deliver weekly lectures using USW online content and support students with assessments.
• Monitor student progress and provide supportive interventions when needed.
• Develop and manage work placements and coach education sessions.
• Lead student recruitment and build strong relationships with local colleges and schools.
• Create clear progression pathways from BTEC to degree level.
• Grow and enhance the programme, identifying opportunities for development and innovation.
• Coach and manage a post-16 football team, delivering training and overseeing the fixture schedule.
• Support staff development while maintaining high standards of student welfare and safeguarding.

You will have:

• FA Level 2 in Coaching Football (Essential)
• UEFA B License (Desirable)
• Teaching or Instructing Qualification (Desirable)
• Degree or equivalent in Sports Coaching, Education, or related field (Desirable)
• Experience in an education or coach education setting, ideally working within higher education.
• An ability to lead, organise, and manage a degree-level education programme, ensuring high academic and practical standards.
• Strong knowledge, understanding and delivery skills in relation to coaching and coach development.
• Ability to effectively mentor, motivate and support students
• Experience in building and maintaining positive relationships with key stakeholders.
• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Knowledge of safeguarding policies and best practices in an educational and sports setting.
• Ability to lead and facilitate professional development opportunities for students and staff.
• IT literate.
• Full UK Driving License

Safeguarding Statement: Bristol City Robins Foundation are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to endorse this commitment. This post requires Enhanced Criminal Records Checks and may include checks against the Barred Lists; as such, it is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974). Therefore, all convictions, including spent convictions that have not been subject to filtering by the DBS, should be declared.

Equality Statement: The successful candidate must ensure a positive commitment to equality and diversity by treating others fairly and not committing any form of direct or indirect discrimination, victimisation, or harassment of any description. The candidate must also promote positive working relationships between all internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave increasing to 28 days (pro rata) after 5 years employment (plus bank holidays and Christmas closure days)
• 5 days paid leave to volunteer at a charity of your choice
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assist Programme
• Generous CPD budget
• Free Eye Test
• Free Flu Jabs
• Work equipment (BCFC clothing, laptop, phone)
• 2 x Bristol City and Bristol Bears tickets to home league games
• 20% discount in the Bristol Sport store
• The chance to be part of an incredible journey

Notes

Closing date for applications: Thursday 31st July 2025 (however, we reserve the right to fast-track applicants and interview before this end date)

Please note that CV’s alone will not be accepted. A fully completed application form is required, and it can be found at the bottom of the advert, along with the role profile.

Interview date(s): week commencing 4th August 2025.

Contract: Full Time – Starting August 2025

Candidates will be expected to put time into self-development before their start date.

Candidates must also be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends.

The role will be offered subject to an Enhanced DBS check and self-disclosure form.

Previous Applicants need not apply.

Do you want to help improve the lives of people with disabilities through the power of assistance dogs? To help us create amazing partnerships, we need amazing people.
 
Canine Partners’ mission is to change the lives of disabled people using expertly trained dogs to improve physical, emotional and social wellbeing. Our amazing dogs bring a greater independence and quality of life to their partners, offering security, companionship, and practical help with everyday household tasks.
 
We are looking for a passionate and innovative individual to join our dedicated Fundraising Team as an Individual Giving Officer. This is an exciting opportunity at a prominent assistance dog charity for someone who has already worked in an individual giving role and is ready to take on more responsibility or an enthusiastic individual with strong transferable skills.
 
Position: Individual Giving Officer
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (compressed or part-time hours considered - minimum of 30 hours per week).
Location: On-site at our purpose-built training centre in the rural countryside of Osgathorpe, Leicestershire. Please note due to our rural location, it is essential that you to have the ability to travel reliably to the training centre.
Direct Reports: Individual Giving Administrator
 
You will be part of the ambitious team raising vital income to enable us to continue our work training assistance dogs for disabled people and be responsible for securing donations from individuals via appeals and our puppy sponsorship scheme; My Amazing Puppy (MAP). A proactive approach is key to ensure that we are maximising all opportunities to increase income and to ensure that our data remains compliant and accurate. You will focus on marketing our individual giving campaigns digitally and physically, stewarding existing relationships and creating new ones, ensuring exceptional donor journeys throughout. You will have the opportunity to lead the creative development of propositions for direct marketing appeals collaborating with wider fundraising colleagues and the communications team, delivering compelling appeals and campaigns to generate income, to work with our beneficiaries and hear about their stories.
 
About you:
 
• Demonstrable experience in appeal or project management to strict deadlines.
• Excellent written communication with the ability to engage and inspire a wide range of audiences.
• A successful track record of securing and maintaining income from individuals.
• Proven experience of effectively managing relationships with volunteers, supporters, and/or external stakeholders/audiences.
• Demonstrable experience of managing campaigns and appeals on all digital platforms.
• The ability to write reports and evaluations using data.
• Line management experience (desirable).
 
Experience working within individual giving fundraising and appeal management may be advantageous, but not essential. Most importantly, you will be passionate about the transformative impact that our assistance dogs provide to our beneficiaries.
 
Interested?
 
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please apply online with a comprehensive CV and supporting statement explaining how you believe you match the requirements of the role.
 
Please note we may interview candidates prior to the closing date. If we find a suitable candidate or receive a high volume of applications, we may close this advertisement prior to the closing date so apply now to ensure you don't miss out! Please be assured that we contact all candidates regarding the outcome of their application, this may take longer if we receive high volumes of applications.
 
Closing date: 4th August 2025
 
First interviews are scheduled to take place online (via MS Teams) in the week commencing 4th August 2025.
 
Second interviews are scheduled to place in person at our National Training Centre, Osgathorpe, Leicestershire in the week commencing 11th August 2025.
 
*Subject to changes.
 
We recognise the benefit of diverse experience and welcome and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We are a disability confident committed employer.
 
You may also have experience in the following roles: Fundraising Officer, Individual Giving Coordinator, Appeals Manager, Donor Development Officer, Community Fundraising Officer, Direct Marketing Executive, Fundraising Executive, Campaign Manager, Donor Relations Officer, Development Officer, etc.
 
REF-222 558
 

NO CVs accepted.

Applicants must complete an sub,it an application form via our recxruitment website.

JOB PURPOSE:
 

• To coordinate support for children aged 2-5 with SEND at Springfield Park Road Nursery, working alongside nursery staff, parents and outside agencies to ensure the nursery provides high quality inclusive EYFS provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice and EYFS Framework.

·        To promote an ethos of inclusive practice within the nursery, high expectations for children with SEND and the best possible outcomes.

• To provide advice and support to Children’s Centre colleagues in relation to SEND.
• To provide advice and support to other staff within the Springfield Project in relation to SEND, including Seedlings Stay and Play. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

Lead the SEND provision for the nursery

·        Work with the nursery manager to regularly review the SEND policy and practice within the setting and agree how it will be implemented. 

·        Be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the setting’s SEND policy, and for coordinating provision across the setting.

·        Implement SEN support and the graduated approach of: assess, plan, do, review to meet the outcomes identified for the child, including writing and reviewing SEN support plans as well as statutory paperwork, such as EHC needs assessment requests (with support from Area SENCO).

·        Apply for ISEY funding for individual children and ensure funding is implemented to support children effectively.

Support colleagues 

·        Ensure all practitioners in the setting understand: 

o   their responsibilities to children with SEN

o   how to work actively and effectively within the Assess Plan Do Review cycle.

·        Support individual practitioners in implementing the approach for individual children 

·        Identify and use training and other sources of support available to colleagues. 

·        Support the nursery manager and staff during inspections by regulatory bodies and assist in the implementation of any recommendations.

Partnership working

·        Make sure parents receive the information, advice and support that they need in order to participate in the SEN decision-making process.

·       Involve parents in the discussion of any early concerns, in identifying any SEN, and at all stages of the graduated approach. 

·        Ensure parents are closely involved and that their insights inform action taken by the setting. 

·        Work closely with the Area SENCO and other professionals from education, health and social care agencies as required, making referrals as needed.

·        Understand the Birmingham local offer.

·        Work alongside Springfield Children’s Centre in running a stay & play for children with SEND

·        Provide advice on SEND to Children’s Centre colleagues.

·        Provide advice on SEND to other Project staff and volunteers including Seedlings Stay and Play group and our Child Friendly Neighbourhood team. 

Continually develop own practice

• Reflect on own practice and undertake continuous professional development, including training related to SEND as well as attending relevant and mandatory training courses and maintaining appropriate Safeguarding and First Aid Certificates.
• Alongside the nursery manager, regularly evaluate the effectiveness of provision.

Summary

We are seeking a Governance Support officer

The Church of England is continually striving to improve its safeguarding practices. The 2020 report by IICSA on the Church highlighted failures in respect of child sexual abuse and, more broadly, the challenges facing the Church to get safeguarding right.

The Church's aspiration is that safeguarding is not experienced and approached as a matter of administrative compliance. Rather, it should be what the Church is - something that flows from its core beliefs and values, part of its DNA.

The Church has made important and positive strides over recent years. There is, however, still much to be done to keep children and vulnerable adults safe, and to promote their well-being. The Church is a complex collection of different bodies. Most of the safeguarding work is carried out locally within the 42 dioceses and cathedrals in England. This work is supported centrally by a National Safeguarding Team (NST).

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support NSP meetings and events, including agenda-setting, minutes, and follow-up actions.
• Manage financial processes (e.g., invoices, honoraria), budget administration, and supplier setup.
• Develop and maintain systems for data, decision-tracking, and confidentiality
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders through newsletters, SharePoint, and inbox management.
• Support recruitment, induction, and governance arrangements including working groups.
• Ensure consistency and alignment across safeguarding teams and National Church Institutions.

Key role requirements

• This is a part-time role and you will be required to work 14 hours per week.
• A basic DBS check will be required as part of our pre-employment checks.
• This is a hybrid role with the expectation to work from the office location 1-3 days per week.

We are looking for someone with:

• Proven ability to handle sensitive communications with tact and professionalism.
• Excellent digital literacy, confident across Microsoft 365 and a variety of web-based tools such as web-based applications (such as Asana, Zoom, SmartSurvey) and ability to learn new software quickly.
• Able to build and maintain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders, including those who are survivors of abuse.
• Highly competent minute/note taker.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a collaborative approach
• Empathy for the mission of the Church and a personal commitment to safeguarding.
• Experience in triaging and responding to communications of a sensitive nature.
• Strong administrative and organisational experience, ideally within a national team.

• A salary of £16,228.80 (FTE £40,572) per annum, plus age-related pension contributions between 8-15% of salary. We will also match any pension contributions you make up to an additional 3% of your salary.

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Call for expression of interest 

Title: Review and Development of NTDs Master Plan Consultancy 

Fee: To be negotiated 

Location: Accra, Ghana 

Consultancy length: 4 months 

About the role 

NTD Master plans are essential components for effective planning and implementation of sustainable NTD programmes. It provides programme goals, objectives, and a 3–5-year strategy based on extensive situation analysis and addresses all components of the NTD programmes relevant to the country. It enhances synergies among various NTD initiatives such as Lymphatic Filariasis Elimination (LFE). It also provides the basis for integrated or linked NTD project plans and includes costing and financing requirements for effective NTD programme performance. The current NTD Master Plan elapses at the end of this year, 2025. There is therefore an urgent need to develop a new plan for use in the next five years, 2026-2030.  

As the consultant, you will be responsible for reviewing Ghana's existing NTD Master Plan (2021–2025), assess its implementation progress, achievements, and challenges, incorporating stakeholder consultations to align national priorities, best practices, and lessons learned. Based on this assessment, a five-year strategic Master Plan will be developed, outlining a clear intervention strategy, budget allocations, and implementation frameworks. Additionally, the plan will identify funding gaps and propose sustainable financing mechanisms to strengthen NTD elimination efforts while enhancing monitoring and evaluation frameworks to effectively track program impact and effectiveness. 

Scope of work 

• Desk review of national policies, NTD reports, previous Master Plans, and relevant global health strategies. 

• Stakeholder engagement with key actors, including government officials and Agencies, healthcare professionals, donors, CSOs, NGOs, research institutions, persons affected with NTDS, affected Communities etc.    

• Situation analysis of the current NTD burden, intervention effectiveness, and financing trends in Ghana vis-à-vis other sector programmes.    

• Drafting and validation of the newly costed NTD Master Plan, incorporating feedback from stakeholders. 

• Review the current NTDs Master plan against the Health system strengthening (HSS) framework and identify gaps needed for inclusion in the new plan. 

• Development of a comprehensive integrated monitoring evaluation and control plan to assess NTDs activities implementation in Ghana.   

• Development of policy recommendations to enhance NTD program coordination and funding sustainability.    

• Facilitation of validation workshops to ensure consensus on the final Master Plan. 

Deliverables 

• Situational Analysis Report detailing the progress, challenges, and gaps in previous NTD strategies.    

• Stakeholder Consultation Summary capturing insights and recommendations from key actors.    

• Draft NTD Master Plan (2025–2030) for review, validation, and refinement.    

• Finalized Master Plan Document outlining strategic priorities, intervention approaches, and financial projections.    

• Executive Summary & Policy Brief for high-level decision-makers and funding agencies.    

• Dissemination of findings through stakeholder engagement workshop.   

• Submission of Finalized report to Ghana Health Service NTDs Program and Sightsavers.   

Skills and Experience 

As the successful candidate you will have equivalent experience or a degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy, or related fields. Have extensive experience in strategic Plan development and must have completed a similar assignment within the NTDs sector. 

Further requirements include: 

• Proven experience in NTD program development, policy analysis, and health systems strengthening.    

• Strong expertise in disease surveillance, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement.    

• Familiarity with WHO guidelines, global NTD frameworks, and health financing mechanisms.    

• Excellent analytical, report-writing, and facilitation skills to support the development of a comprehensive Master Plan.    

• Must be based in Ghana with vast experience in the context of Ghana health Service systems.   

This is a highly varied and involved consultancy position, and the above is not an exhaustive list of duties or required professional skills. Please see the Terms of Reference (ToR) for full details. 

Candidates are welcome to demonstrate their ability to match the person specification by expanding on how their experience, training and/or qualifications might have provided them with the knowledge or skills required for the role. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit. 

Next Steps 

To apply for this exciting new opportunity, please submit an application via our recruitment portal by completing the online Expression of Interest form (EOI), where you will give your technical proposal outlining the methodology, work plan, and approach for reviewing and developing the Master Plan (within the section ‘addressing the requirements’). You will also be asked to include your financial proposal within section 3 ‘Costs’. 

You will also need to upload your/your teams CVs, and any examples of previous work showcasing experience in similar consultancies, strategic health planning, or policy development. 

Closing date: 13 July 2025 

As a global equal opportunities employer, Sightsavers is committed to embracing diversity throughout our workforce by creating an inclusive environment that reflects the many cultures and locations where we work. Our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society and we will actively promote the inclusion of individuals with a disability. Sightsavers is a Disability Confident Leader and qualified people with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply. 

Sightsavers is an employer that does not tolerate any form of harassment and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. All potential candidates will be subjected to rigorous background checks and controls. 

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