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Age UK has a new and unique opportunity for a Volunteer Systems Manager to join our Volunteering team!
Age UK has recently started a long journey to roll out and evolve our new volunteer system. Which includes automation of processes, integrated vetting and learning functions and so much more- the dynamic management and development of this system requires this role to take the platform forward.
While not a highly technical role, the successful candidate will take ownership of the new volunteer system day-to-day operation. They will understand the needs and challenges of users and work closely with the Digital & Technology support teams to maximise the system's potential and support a great volunteer experience by ensuring quality content, efficient processes, user engagement and on-going development.
Initially, you will focus on the external roll-out of this system to local partner organisations. Once the system is established, you will also focus a proportion of your time on operational oversight and planning and delivering future improvements as sought by stakeholders. The volunteer system will support hundreds of volunteer managers and tens of thousands of volunteers to have a great experience with Age UK and the network of local partner organisations.
This role offers hybrid working, with working both in our offices and at home. The successful person needs to be based within commuting distance to work once per week in our London - Tower Hill offices.
Volunteers play an integral role in the organisation's ability to deliver services and operations with and for older people. With around 26,000 formal volunteers and a further 141,000 virtual campaigners,
maximising the benefit of the technology Age UK and our network of Brand Partner organisations use to recruit, support and retain volunteers is vital.
If your strengths and experience include stakeholder or user engagement, volunteer involvement or steering the operational use and improvement of databases or external-facing web-based systems, you could be an excellent candidate and we encourage you to apply.
Age UK Internal Grade - 6L
Must haves:
* Keen interest in the delivery of services, advocacy and support with and for older people.
* Understanding of volunteer involvement and management functions
* Experience managing diverse stakeholder groups and/or managing client relationships.
* Ability to support technical system development and/or implementation.
* Experience contributing to or leading project design and delivery.
* Experience delivering training on or support with digital systems to users.
* Ability to deliver basic analysis of report data.
* Experience with systems management (especially databases or CRM systems).
* Experience of managing an online platform.
* Familiarity with Microsoft Power Apps (especially the Volunteer Management Power App).
Great to haves:
* Experience using Azure Dev Ops, JIRA or equivalent.
* Experience of working in a cross-discipline team in particular with colleagues from a digital and technology function.
* Understanding of agile practices.
* Experience with volunteer involvement or use of volunteer systems and programmes.
* Familiarity with quality assurance programmes or functions.
* Experience strategizing and/or advocating for process improvements.
* Understanding of federated organisations or structures.
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
- Blue Light Card Scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.
Additional Information
This role can be based from either Ashburton (Devon) or London, on a hybrid contract.
All CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role at Age UK. Please note that our system is unable to anonymise cover letters, and we would therefore ask that to support the work we are doing on making our recruitment selection process fairer and more unbiased, that you remove any personal information from your cover letter/supporting statement, including your name before uploading this. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us once you are invited for an interview.
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria under the Disability Confident Scheme. Please note that on occasion, due to high numbers of applications, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
- £32,137 per year
- Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
- Permanent contract
- Based at the Bethlem Royal Hospital, West Wickham, with regular travel across South East London
- Hybrid working – up to 3 days per week from home, with an expectation to visit clients in the community as required
The South East London Suicide Bereavement Service is a collaboration between South East London Mind, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, and Mind in Bexley. The service provides vital emotional and practical support to adults and young people who have lost a loved one to suicide. You will be joining a supportive team who share a passion for working with people during some of the most difficult experiences of their lives.
We are looking for a compassionate, reflective and resilient individual to fill the key role of Suicide Bereavement Support Worker. Your primary responsibilities will be to deliver one-to-one emotional and practical support and co-facilitate occasional bereavement support groups. This role involves building relationships with people from all walks of life and managing your own caseload. You will have ownership over your work, while being supported through regular supervision and reflective practice.
With experience providing emotional support, including to those who have experienced bereavement, you will be an excellent communicator with good assessment and support planning skills. You will also be highly organised and able to manage a busy and varied workload. The ability to adapt your approach to a wide variety of people, ensuring that support is inclusive and sensitive to service users’ cultural and religious backgrounds, is essential. This role involves meeting clients in the community, including carrying out home visits. Although it is possible to fulfil the travel requirements of the role by public transport, this would best suit someone with access to their own mode of transport, such as a car or bicycle.
We encourage applications from people with lived experience of bereavement by suicide, although this is not a requirement for the role.
Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing date: Sunday 7th July (11:59pm)
Likely interview date: Week beginning 15th July
SEL Mind supports people with mental health problems and dementia in the boroughs of Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. We are proud of our diverse workforce and know that our organisation is made stronger by the variety of backgrounds, experience, and ideas within it. We promote a culture of inclusion and representation, and are working hard to build a workforce that even better reflects the communities we support.
SEL Mind is somewhere that you can be your authentic self without fear of discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, gender, age, lived experience of mental health problems or anything else that’s part of who you are.
Read more about staff benefits and why staff love working here on our website.
- £30,396 per year
- Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
- Permanent contract
- Based in Beckenham (BR3 4HY)
- Hybrid working: up to two days per week working from home
Bromley Mental Health Hub forms part of the community transformation of mental health services in the London Borough of Bromley under the NHS Long-Term Plan. The service brings together the expertise of local primary, secondary and voluntary sector mental health care providers with the aim of providing flexible, holistic and integrated services for adults with mental health problems.
We are looking for a Mental Health Advisor with experience of working within mental health services, including to support prevention, recovery and self-management. Applicants should have experience in completing assessments, managing a diverse caseload and working in a busy work environment, and possess effective skills in communication. An ability to work independently but collaboratively, to be proactive and show initiative is essential for this role.
The role will involve:
- Management of a diverse caseload
- Providing recovery-orientated individual and group-based support to adults with mental health problems
- Collaborative working with all partners involved in the Bromley Mental Health Hub
- Undertaking holistic needs and risk assessments
- Commitment to regular training and supervision
- Effective contribution to the development and continuous improvement of the service
Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing date: Sunday 7th July (11:59pm)
Likely interview date: Week beginning 15th July
SEL Mind supports people with mental health problems and dementia in the boroughs of Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. We are proud of our diverse workforce and know that our organisation is made stronger by the variety of backgrounds, experience, and ideas within it. We promote a culture of inclusion and representation, and are working hard to build a workforce that even better reflects the communities we support.
SEL Mind is somewhere that you can be your authentic self without fear of discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, gender, age, lived experience of mental health problems or anything else that’s part of who you are.
Read more about staff benefits and why staff love working here on our website.
We are recruiting for a Communications Manager who will report to the Head of Advocacy & Communications and work closely with others in the team including one direct report.
The Advocacy & Communications Team works to support all area of our work including our Stop It Now helpline and programmes, our Shore website and support for young people, our paid services including training, assessments, intervention and consultancy as well as our advocacy, fundraising, research and teams in Scotland and Wales.
You will be responsible for project managing communications for our different services, teams and brands. You will develop, manage and deliver communication plans for these areas, working with operational colleagues to make the most of their expertise.
You will lead proactive reactive national, regional and trade press engagements across the charity. This includes a high-profile national campaign and several other projects vital to our success, identifying and developing newsworthy angles.
You will maintain existing relationships with journalists and build new ones to raise support of our work and advocate for the importance of preventing child sexual abuse. You will support and develop the skills of our spokespeople and work with case studies to make sure their stories are told in a sensitive and engaging way.
You will also be responsible for our blog posts and growing that audience proactively finding opportunities to shine a ilght on all areas of our work.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be a communications all-rounder. You'll be a great project manager, able to plan and stick to timeline, understanding how to bring in and get the mot out of everyone involved.
You'll be at home working with journalists, spokespeople and case studies. You will be energetic and proactive to find, shape and sell stories.
You'll be on board with our mission to prevent child sexual abuse through working with people who have committed it or are at risk of doing so, plus the families and professionals around them.
What you'll get from us
It's a busy year for us as we start to develop our new 5-year strategy, overhaul our websites, embed our new brand and identity that was launched last year and deliver a high performing national multi-channel campaign that makes a difference to society and individuals and protects children.
Your skills will rapidly develop as you work on and link up several areas of communications, working out how best to speak to our varied audiences about the importance of a topic that might not be obvious to them.
We have a strong media preence that we want to expand with a renewed focus on less well known areas of our work. Supported by an experienced team and expert spokespeople, you'll be the leader who makes that happen.
We offer hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days working from the office. We offer a NEST pension, 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days (plus statutory bank holidays) after 5 years' service, up to 5 days learning and development per year to make sure you stay on top of your game, an employee assistance programme and the option of Benenden medical cover.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Fundraiser- Trusts and Foundations (P/T 24hrs) – Fixed Term 6-9 months -
Tokko Youth Space is committed to providing essential support to Luton’s young people. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced Fundraiser to join our dynamic team during a pivotal period in our organisational growth.
Position Overview:
As a Trust and Foundation Fundraiser at Tokko Youth Space, you will play a crucial role in securing funding to support our mission and make a lasting impact on the lives of young people in our community.
Key Responsibilities:
· Secure vital funding through one-off and multi-year grants, propelling our mission forward.
· Craft compelling cases for support and applications, captivating the hearts of Trusts and Foundations.
· Explore new funding avenues by identifying and cultivating prospective supporters.
· Build lasting relationships with donors through impactful communications and events.
· Drive innovation by staying ahead of fundraising trends and best practices.
Your Skills:
· Minimum three years in trust and foundation fundraising.
· Exceptional literacy skills with a proven track record of successful proposals.
· Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with diverse stakeholders.
· Knowledge of the Children and Young People’s charity sector and fundraising trends.
· Meticulous attention to detail in grant management.
Why Join Us:
Embark on a fulfilling journey with Tokko Youth Space, where your efforts will directly impact the lives of children and people. Be part of a vibrant team, championing inclusivity and diversity.
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Please remember to make sure you have included evidence to show how you meet all the essential criteria listed in the Job Description & Person Specification or you will not be short-listed.
Please note we may conduct interviews as applications come in, and are ready to hire if we find the right person before the job closes, therefore we encouraged you to apply early.
Applications received after the closing date or incomplete applications, will not be accepted.
Please keep free any interview date that is mentioned in either the job advert or other information sent to you. We may not be able to provide alternative dates.
Please ensure that any gaps in your employment or educational history since leaving secondary school are fully explained. Due to the nature of our work with vulnerable young people all posts will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check.
To find out more about our charity please visit our website.
As Trusts and Foundations Officer you will be Baobab’s key fundraiser and a self-starter with experience of working in a small or medium sized charity. You will be responsible for carrying out a successful program of fundraising from small, medium and large charitable trusts and foundations to an agreed annual fundraising target. You will also assist in delivering Baobab’s individual major donor programme, helping to set up and deliver communications and events related to this income stream. You will work closely with our operations team to gain an overview of all aspects of Baobab’s work. Working in a collaborative team with the Operations and Fundraising Manager and senior fundraising consultant, you will be a central part of this small team and contribute to discussions on Baobab’s fundraising plans and strategy.
This role is for 4 or 5 days per week depending on your preference, it will include Friday which is when staff meetings are held.
Please read the below alongside the full Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Mental Health: All of the young people Baobab supports suffer significant mental health and developmental difficulties and many function in an unstable and more immature way than their chronological age. Due to their experiences it takes time to gain trust from the young people in our community. As a core member of our team, you will understand the impact of specific human rights abuses on the development of children and young people in exile and their individual experiences of loss, trauma and grief on their mental health and well-being.
Baobab’s Model: Please read the accompanying ‘Baobab Context and Model’ document for a detailed introduction. It often takes a significant amount of time to understand Baobab’s model of working, which aims for rehabilitation and justice through attending to both the internal and external world of each young. It is important that you strive to have an insight to the experiences of both the internal and external factors impacting on the lives of unaccompanied young people attending our centre. It is also important that you understand the ways in which UK society and policy impacts on young asylum seekers (including invisibility, marginalisation, discrimination, and the fact of waiting in uncertainty for a long time).
Multi-disciplinary Working: Baobab aims to be a reflective, thinking organisation and we place a high value on shared thinking time, sharing responsibilities and working together with others. A key aspect of the role is communicating and working in a holistic way.
Please include details on relevant fundraising experience, including examples of successfully won bids; as well as relevant experience related to the context of our work.
The Baobab Centre is a non-residential therapeutic community that offers support to young survivors of human rights abuses seeking refuge in the UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Democracy Development Coordinator will work within the Community Engagement department to develop KCLSU's democratic practices, policy and procedures.
Areas of work will include:
- Project manage the delivery of KCLSU Elections (electing Student Officers and Community Leaders)
- Lead on and support the development of KCLSU democratic structures, systems and procedures
- Work with and support KCLSU Community Leaders
- Working with other staff across KCLSU to ensure that suitable support is given to students who want to engage with democracy
- Supervise student staff and volunteers where required.
Application Process
If this is you, please download and complete an application form and an equal opportunities monitoring form from our website and email them directly to us.
At KCLSU Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of everything we do and we endeavour to ensure equal treatment of all candidates. We welcome a diverse range of applicants and are open to discussing flexibility with the right candidate. Reasonable adjustments will be made for candidates with disabilities at all stages of the recruitment and selection process, and to ensure that a successful candidate with a disability can undertake the post.
Benefits of Working for KCLSU include:
- Hybrid Working Policy
- Pension Contribution
- Interest Free Season Ticket Loan & Computer Loan
- Cycle to work Scheme
- Enhanced Sick Pay
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Eye Tests & single focal glasses allowance
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and closure days
- Discounts at Venues
- £30 wellbeing allowance per term
- Employee Assistance Programme
- "No meeting Friday" ethos
- KEATS Learning Platform & LinkedIn Learning subscription
- Death in Service
- Access to Kings Libraries
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this role you must:
• Be eligible to work in the UK, and provide proof of this (i.e. a passport/visa) when asked by KCLSU. Kindly note that KCLSU cannot provide a certificate of sponsorship.
• Have a National Insurance number, or be in the process of applying for one
• Not be a trustee of King’s College London Students’ Union
We look forward to bringing your talent onboard and working with you!
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Civitas Charity Recruitment are delighted to be working with a central London Diocese involved in a range of projects assisting the local communities from poverty alleviation and social welfare improvement . An exciting opportunity exists for a Fundraising Officer to join the team. As Fundraising Officer, you will work closely with the Trusts Fundraising Manager to drive grants income growth and develop and implement fundraising strategies to maximise income from Trusts and Foundations. There will also be a opportunity to gain exposure to other areas of fundraising including appeals. This is a great opportunity to enter the sector or for those with some experience to develop further. This is a full-time, permanent role located in Central London. Hybrid working (2 days from home) in Central London.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking candidates with excellent communication skills and great project management experience. You will work to develop compelling written applications for asks and build a network and pipeline. Previous Fundraising experience is not essential for this role however would be an advantage. You will be able to confidently engage with a range of stakeholders, including senior staff and trustees. Your personable approach will allow you form effective working relationships and motivate colleagues across the organisation. You will be proficient in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with fundraising CRM systems e.g., Donorfy would also be an advantage although again, not essential. You will be able to prepare and maintain detailed reports on projects, including key performance indicators, income and expenditure budgets. We are seeking passionate candidates who are looking to develop their career in the charity sector and who share a passion for social welfare and community development.
If the above role description sounds of interest and you feel like you meet the criteria; please apply immediately or for further information, please contact Syed at Civitas Recruitment for a full JD and informal discussion. Early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing on a rolling basis and roles may closer earlier than initially indicated.
A little bit about the role
Location: Flexible, with regular travel required during the autumn recruitment season (September-December)
We seek a proactive individual with strong interpersonal skills to join our Recruitment Team for this 12 month fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate must excel in managing recruitment strategies, building relationships, and analysing data. Enhance our social work program by attracting diverse talent and supporting applicants throughout their journey with dedication and innovation.
The Recruitment team is responsible for sourcing, selecting and hiring for 500 places on the Frontline programme in local authorities across England and we expect c. 8000 applications this year to meet target.
As an attraction officer within the recruitment team, you will be responsible for delivering a targeted recruitment campaign to engage university students, graduates and career changers with the Frontline programme.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Attracting individuals who have the potential to be excellent social workers to the Frontline programme and developing recruitment strategies
- Supporting the selection of applicants and candidate journey
- Working with internal systems, evaluating data and constructing detailed plans
A little bit about you
The successful candidate will be someone who enjoys managing a varied workload, and delivering outcomes in a target-driven team. Experience in recruitment, marketing or advertising is desirable, but passion for these areas is essential. Recruitment Officers design and implement a tailored recruitment strategy for their own areas of work, so the role would suit someone who thrives on autonomous, results-driven work.
We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own.
If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities. Please let us know how we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you.
We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!
Operational & Strategic Manager
To lead the operational and strategic management of the service covering tenancy services, repairs, cleaning, grounds maintenance and other estate services.
To ensure the proper governance of the organisation and to lead in a manner that supports and guides the organisation’s mission as defined by the Board of Management.
To manage a small team of seven staff to deliver customer service excellence and inspire them to provide a brilliant customer experience.
To oversee the day to day financial management of the RMO, including rent collection and arrears control.
To develop and maintain effective working relationships with Board members, residents and colleagues and work with council officers and other relevant agencies and professionals where required.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Groundwork UK are recruiting for a Programme Coordinator to join the Tesco Stronger Starts programme within our national team in Birmingham.
Programme Coordinator (Tesco Stronger Starts)
Responsible to: Programme Manager (Tesco Stronger Starts)
Location: Central Birmingham (hybrid working)
Salary: £34,960 per annum, pro rata
Term: Fixed Term until 31st March 2025
Tesco Stronger Starts helps to fund thousands of local projects across the country. Administered by Groundwork since 2016, the scheme has supported over 55,000 community groups with more than £110 million in grants to make a positive difference in communities across UK.
The ideal candidate will be an experienced individual, with substantial experience of working in grant management. They will work within a team of grant management professionals, alongside the manager and an experienced programme coordinator to ensure the smooth running of this high-profile programme.
You will have a proven record of accomplishment of working in a similar role with the confidence to manage your own workload, and that of your line reports.
You will have experience of working on a variety of partnerships, contracts and grant programmes involving a range of stakeholders, alongside a track record of managing your workload in a busy team. The programme coordinator will be responsible for ensuring performance targets are achieved, ensuring that the programme meets the funder’s expectations
You should have a good knowledge of best practice within grant making and want to continually strive for excellence within your role, and the programmes that you over see.
Benefits
- 29 days holiday entitlement (pro rata)
- Flexi-time arrangements
- 7.5% pension contribution
- Travel loan scheme
- Health cash plan through BHSF
- Salary sacrifice benefits including cycle to work scheme
Closing date: Friday 28th June at 12 noon
Interviews will take place week commencing 1st July 2024
We will contact you to let you know whether you have been shortlisted for interview. We expect to conduct interviews (by telephone or video call)
To Apply and for More Information:
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
We are fully committed to eliminating discrimination and promoting equality and diversity in our workforce and employment practices, in the work we undertake, and in the provision of all our services.
We value diversity and flexibility in our workforce as we think it gives us access to a wider range of skills. We therefore strive to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that decisions concerning recruitment, promotion or any other aspect of employment will be based on the needs of the organisation and not any assumptions based on sex, race, age, disability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, married or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief (these are known as ‘protected characteristics’). This is an important commitment, which all employees are expected to share.
No agencies please.
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Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you enjoy working with children & young people and positively impacting their lives? We have an exciting opportunity for a hardworking and passionate individual to join our new Short Breaks Service as the Deputy Manager, on a full-time permanent basis.
Location of the post: Mountsorrel, Leicestershire.
Service Overview: Barnardo's, the UK's largest Children's Charity are currently on an exciting and innovative Journey alongside Leicestershire County Council to deliver a range of Children's homes for the most vulnerable children & young people in Leicestershire.
Please note: Our Short Breaks home is due to open in May 2025. You must be flexible to travel throughout the locality to work in our other Leicestershire Residential Services Children's homes based in Hinckley, Coalville and Syston until Short Breaks is operational. This home will then become your base location.
Our beautiful new Short Breaks home in Mountsorrel will support children & young people between 8-18 years who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and challenging behaviour. The service will provide up to 3 service users at any one-time opportunities to enjoy different experiences, establish friendships and develop confidence, independence and social/emotional skills.
Some of the responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:
- To build trust and develop nurturing relationships which promote the service user's independence, wellbeing, strengths, and capabilities.
- To work in partnership and build relationships with parents/carers and other professionals.
- To shift lead and conduct staff supervisions.
- To support the Registered Manager with audits and other duties where required.
- To contribute to the upkeep of the home including cooking, cleaning etc.
- To document information accurately and ensure records are kept up to date.
- To ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to.
- To promote, monitor and maintain a safe environment at all times.
Essential requirements to evidence in your written application:
- Must hold a Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare.
- Must hold OR be willing to work towards the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children & Young People's services.
- Must have at least 1 year supervisory and shift leader experience in a Children's Residential setting.
- Knowledge and experience of working with OFSTED Regulations and Quality Standards of Children's homes with the ability to support the manager to achieve a rating of outstanding.
- Knowledge and experience of recording and reporting to enable safeguarding and protection of children & young people.
When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document. This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.
Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job summary:
Recently named Charity of the Year by Just Giving Awards 2022, we’re committed to moving further, faster to accelerate change for everyone affected by a brain tumour. Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 in the UK than any other cancer. We know that a cure can’t wait.
We understand the power data has to accelerate research and maximise impact and we are determined to be truly evidence based in everything we do.
We are building a loyal and engaged community whose support will help us to fight brain tumours on all fronts; through research, support and campaigning, to save lives and improve quality of life — and this is where you come in. We need you, a talented marketing insight specialist to help us develop and deliver our strategy.
Who we’re looking for:
A rare breed of marketer/fundraiser and data analyst, with the unique ability to analyse and interpret data, you’ll be able to tell the insight stories needed to drive and evolve campaigns and develop new products.
You’ll have a natural curiosity to explore and interrogate all the data points available to us (both on and offline), being able to clearly communicate to non-technical colleagues at all levels.
You’ll have experience of working either as part of a marketing team or directly with marketers or fundraisers, and be able to pro-actively provide insights that deliver real change.
And you’ll work your socks off, because you know that #ACureCantWait
Key accountabilities:
Use insight and analysis to inform and guide the Fundraising and CX team:
· Work with the Head of CX to manage all campaign analysis and insight projects and ensure that interpretations of the findings and insights are delivered to the appropriate stakeholders in order to inform and drive future performance and strategies
· Manage the analysis of fundraising campaigns and products, working closely with the relevant fundraising teams to identify key learning and make recommendations for future activity
· Build dashboards and ways of visualising data that fundraisers can use on a daily basis to track, report on and optimise their campaigns
· Work with others across the CX team to report against testing schedules and strategies
· Run segmentations as required for fundraising teams
· Ensure that completed insight is effectively disseminated to internal customers and that they understand and use it
· Work with the Head of CX to guide, plan and implement market research as required
· Work with the management team to ensure reporting, performance and insight is made available across the organisation for all key channels and activities eg website, CX journeys, email etc
· Stay current with legal and regulatory frameworks, including; Data Protection legislation and the Code of Fundraising Practice, to ensure that all campaigns comply with current email best practice in the industry.
You’ll be a great fit if:
We encourage you to apply to the role even if you do not meet all of the criteria.
Experience:
· Relevant experience of running (design and implementation) both qualitative and quantitative insight projects
· Able to communicate technical issues in a clear positive way at appropriate level
· Working with personas and data segmentations for campaigns
· Manipulating and interpreting large sets of data according to client requirements
· Using insight to aid product development as well as campaign strategy/implementation
· Project management
· Charity experience would be an advantage
· Experience in working with SalesForce and/or SalesForce Marketing Cloud
· Understanding of the structure of databases and their implementation
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
· Sound understanding of direct marketing practices
· Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
· BI visualisation software—eg Microsoft Power BI
· Digital automation and CX software – eg SalesForce Marketing Cloud Interactive Studio, PeopleStage, Pardot etc
· Familiarity with analytical and database tools
· Hands on experience with content management systems
· Advanced use of an ESP – such as Marketing Cloud, DotDigital or similar
· Market research tools – eg Alchemer or SurveyMonkey
· Analytical thinker with the ability to interpret complex information
· Excellent communication skills with a high attention to detail
· Strong project management, prioritising and organisational skills with the ability to work under tight deadlines
*Please note that the responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and this job description may be subject to change as the role evolves over time.
What we’d like to give you:
You’ll be joining a collaborative, bold and innovative team of individuals who put our community first and are connected by a passion to make a real difference.
Location: While contracted to our office in Fleet, Hampshire, our team supports a blend of office and home working provided you have adequate broadband and IT capability, with an average of 2-3 days in the office each week.
Working hours: This role is 37.5 hours per week, with some out of hours working.
Benchmarked salary: C. £32,960 (dependent on level)
Our amazing benefits:
· 25 days annual leave (pro-rated for those who are part-time). Increases yearly with length of service
· Celebrate your work anniversary in true Charity style
· Occupational Sick Pay
· Hybrid working
· Flexible working
· Charity pension
· 1 day life leave per year to celebrate a special moment of your choice
· Wellbeing support including professional counselling
· A personalised on-boarding programme
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Perkbox – our team discount portal
· Health care vouchers
*Some of these benefits are non-contractual and are subject to change
Diversity & Inclusion:
The Brain Tumour Charity is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our organisation. We particularly welcome applications from individuals belonging to minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ communities, people with disabilities, and other underrepresented communities.
We strive to create a workplace that celebrates diversity and provides equal opportunities for all candidates and we encourage all individuals to apply even if they don’t meet all the criteria.
You can find out more about what we’re doing to become a diverse organisation here.
Eligibility to work:
Whilst we'd love to have you on board, we want to be upfront as we’d hate to waste your time applying for a role where we can’t take you on. At the moment, we're unable to offer visa sponsorship for any of our positions. We're currently seeking candidates who are already authorised to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship, who can remain on a permanent basis.
How to apply to our team:
Please apply by clicking the red ‘join our team’ button on our website, attaching your CV and a covering letter explaining why you want the role, what you would bring to the team and how your skillset and experience will enable us to make a real impact for those affected by brain tumours.
We are keen to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive so if you’d find it beneficial to submit your application in a different format, please email us.
Advert close date: 02 July 2024
First interview date and location: TBC over Zoom
Second interview date and location: TBC at our office in Fleet
The post holder will also:
· Contribute to achieving the objectives of The Brain Tumour Charity
· Live and breathe our values by being bold, collaborative and innovative, with a community-first approach to everything you do
· Undertake any additional and ad hoc tasks as required
· Participate in team meetings and other meetings as required
· Monitor and evaluate activities and provide written reports
· Represent The Charity at external events in a professional manner
· Work within an equal opportunities framework
· Adhere to all The Charity’s policies, procedures and working
· Ensure all records are held in compliance with GDPR, The Fundraising Regulator Code of Practice and The Brain Tumour Charity policies
We process your data in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation. For full details, please read our privacy policy for job applicants.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Welfare Benefits Advisor – Adults
Salary: £27k to £30k negotiable & dependent on experience
Training can be provided in key areas of the role for those with essential experience. (see person specification)
Hours: 37.5 hours a week
Place of work: Centre for Independent Living, Mo Mowlam House, Clem Atlee Court, SW6 7BF
Contract period: Permanent
Accountable to: Welfare Benefits Team Leader
The Organisation
Action on Disability (AoD), founded in 1979, is one of London’s leading Deaf and Disabled People’s Organisations. As we believe in the social model of disability, our values and principles embrace inclusive and accessible ways of working both internally and in all our activities, seek the participation and contribution of our members, and encourage and respect diversity.
The organisation is a medium sized charity with a Board of Trustees (at least 75% is disabled trustees), 25 staff and a strong ad hoc staff and volunteer base including many with direct experience of disability - all of whom are passionate about removing the barriers that disabled people face.
AoD provides five key services. These are: Youth, Employment, Welfare Benefits and Independent Living.
AoD’s Welfare Benefits Service
The Welfare Benefits Service provides free independent advice and assistance to all disabled residents and their carers who live and work in Hammersmith and Fulham borough. The service is for all ages, including parents and carers of disabled children.
We provide free advice and assistance, up to and including Tribunal level, on all Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) benefits, Tax Credits, and some local authority benefits.
Welfare Benefits Advisor will
- Provide high quality Welfare Benefits advice and casework and, as appropriate, representation at the 1st Tier Tribunals for disabled individuals of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.
- Write Mandatory Reconsideration requests and in a limited number of cases, write appeal submissions.
- Undertake direct welfare advice and casework.
- Maintain appropriate records of work undertaken using an appropriate electronic Welfare Benefits Recording and Information System via AoD’s Charity Log, and through the use of Excel
- Gather information to monitor and evaluate the service.
- Assist with funding applications / tender bids by providing basic factual information to Fund Raising Manager/CEO/Managers to enable them to apply for funding and also enable them to write funding/tender applications.
- Contribute to Welfare Benefits related publicity material, social media, reports for the Board of Trustees and other stakeholders and other documents as required.
- This post requires travel to different locations, e.g. for home visits.
For all work:
- Work in a person-centred way
- Produce agreed regular monitoring and progress reports
- Comply with AoD’s agreed policies and procedures.
- Participate in the wider development of the service and contribute to service improvement as required.
- Be computer literate and administratively self-supporting.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as identified by the line manager.
Ongoing consideration of applications up to; 12noon Tuesday 09th July 2024
Interviews; on receipt of shortlisted applications between 09th to 18th July
Please note we do not accept CVs and only review applications sent via email or post, not via social media.
Finally, Action on Disability positively welcomes applications from Disabled people.
Please identify any specific requirements you may have, or wish to bring, to ensure full access at your interview if you are shortlisted.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
Action on Disability prides itself on being an accessible and equal opportunity employer.
No agencies please.
Groundwork takes practical action to create a fair and green future in which people, places, and nature thrive.
Groundwork UK is the national body of the Groundwork federation, supporting, championing and representing the work of Groundwork Trusts across the country.
This includes building national relationships with funders and policymakers, securing resources to support local delivery and acting as a managing agent for programmes and contracts delivered by Groundwork Trusts and other partners.
We are recruiting for two Grant Programme Officers to focus on some exciting, fast-paced grant programmes within our national team in Birmingham.
Grant Programme Officer x2
Location: Central Birmingham – Hybrid working
Salary: £31,095 per annum
Contract: Fixed Term until March 2025
One role will be dedicated to delivering Tesco Stronger Starts which helps to fund thousands of local projects across the country. Administered by Groundwork since 2016, the scheme has supported over 65,000 community groups with more than £113 million in grants to make a positive difference in communities across UK.
The second role will be focused on delivering the VCSE Energy Efficiency Scheme which offers funding and support to organisations in England to improve the efficiency of their building and save money on energy bills.
The ideal candidates will be experienced individuals, with substantial experience of working in grant management. They will work within a team of grant management professionals, alongside the manager and an experienced programme coordinator to ensure the smooth running of these high-profile programmes.
You will have a proven record of accomplishment of working in a similar role with the confidence to manage your own workload and support colleagues in a busy team.
You will have experience of working on a variety of partnerships, contracts and grant programmes involving a range of stakeholders, project types and grant sizes. You will have excellent customer service skills, understanding the needs of Funders and those receiving funding.
You should have a good knowledge of best practice within grant making and want to continually strive for excellence within your role.
Benefits
- 29 days holiday entitlement (pro rata)
- Flexi-time arrangements
- 7.5% pension contribution
- Travel loan scheme
- Health cash plan through BHSF
- Salary sacrifice benefits including cycle to work scheme
Closing date: Friday 28th June at 12 noon
Interviews will take place w/c 1st July 2024.
We expect to conduct interviews (by telephone or video call).
To Apply and for More Information:
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
We value diversity and flexibility in our workforce as we think it gives us access to a wider range of skills. We therefore strive to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that decisions concerning recruitment, promotion or any other aspect of employment will be based on the needs of the organisation and not any assumptions based on sex, race, age, disability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, married or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief (these are known as ‘protected characteristics’). This is an important commitment, which all employees are expected to share.
No agencies please.