Introduction:
Spitalfields Crypt Trust (SCT) is an East London charity providing practical help, support and training to people who have been homeless and suffering from addiction. It runs a homeless drop-in, a Recovery Hub (which includes an abstinence-based residential recovery hostel, a counselling programme and a Training and Development Centre), two supported houses and two social enterprises supporting people in recovery from addiction to put their lives back together. Our integrative approach is based on the ‘Recovery Capital’ methodology and is a whole-person approach, which takes into account physical, cultural, social, human and spiritual factors.
In employment we actively seek to recruit people with a good combination of talent, skills and potential, promoting equality for all, and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. We select all candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications, experience and commitment to the values and purposes of the organisation. (Sources - Equal Opportunities Policy 2.2 (i) and (v)). SCT is a growing organisation with opportunities for motivated people with high levels of initiative.
Main Responsibilities:
• To regularly visit each shop and provide structured support to and management of the shop managers, ensuring each shop is taking full advantage of its trading opportunities.
• To support the Director of Retail in the identification of prospective additional trading outlets or methods, to increase income and the trading surplus.
• To lead on the recruitment, selection, induction, training, motivation and management of the shop retail staff
• To ensure that all staff and volunteers work within the policies and procedures of the Retail team and overall charity
• To ensure that all paid staff have regular appraisal and performance reviews
• To implement and maintain new working systems and procedures
• To support the development of a successful e-commerce operation
• To ensure that all cash handling and security procedures are followed and relevant documentation is completed.
• To undertake any other duties which may be required by management from time to time.
• Work with the Director of Retail and relevant local and regulatory bodies to ensure full compliance with statutory obligations under Health & Safety at Work, Trading Standards, Fire Safety, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and any other relevant Acts.
• Assist with the compliance with Health and Safety procedures and policies, as they affect the individual shops.
• Ensure that staff and volunteers report and document all incidents/accidents.
• Organise fire practice sessions to ensure that staff and volunteers are aware and comply with the safety regulations.
• Ensure all staff and relevant volunteers attend manual handling sessions and/or are conversant with safe moving and handling techniques
Ensure the shops provide a safe and secure environment for those who visit and work there, and support shop staff to report and follow up issues to provide a safe working environment
• Participate in emergency key holder and call-out arrangement for the shops as required
Personal Development
• Undertake further training and development relevant to the post.
• Undergo an annual appraisal.
Additional Information
This job description is not meant to be exhaustive; it will form the basis of objective setting in performance management reviews and will be reviewed in the light of experience.
This job description will be reviewed as necessary and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the organisation. It will also be used as the basis for determination of objectives and the contents will be used as part of a performance development review.
Applications via CV and max 2 page covering letter.
15 hours per week (0.4 FTE).
Closing date 11th October 2020
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Supporter Relationship Officer / Volunteer Coordinator
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Fixed term - 12 months
Part time - 21 hours per week
£14,088 per annum (FTE - £23,480)
Our client is a thriving charity based in Shrewsbury with over 500 regular
volunteers and around 60 staff. Their vision is for Shropshire to be alive with wildlife, loved by people and its wild places restored. They are the only charitable organisation in the county focused solely on nature conservation in Shropshire.
About the role
Our client is looking for someone with a passion for volunteering as well as developing, empowering and supporting local groups to make an impact. Not only will you ensure a steady supply of new volunteers for specific opportunities, you will work to retain them by providing new opportunities and social events.
You will support existing branches and groups to fulfil their potential but also work to
identify and develop new groups. The focus of current activity is to assist succession
planning but also explore ways groups can have more of a voice in local issues.
About you
Our client is seeking an organised and forward thinking individual who has experience of managing people and understands the health and safety needs of working with volunteers. You’ll be a strong communicator (both written and verbal) and you’ll be confident when using MS Office. You’ll also ideally have some experience of using databases. You need some knowledge of nature conservation and a full UK driving licence due to the locations you’ll be required to visit but most important is the desire to make a difference.
This is a fixed term 12 month contract and is part time for 21 hours per week (normally
worked over 3 days per week).
Closing date 9am on the 19 th October 2020
No enquiries from agencies or for further advertising will be taken.
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