Noel Park Big Local in Wood Green, North London, is looking for an experienced and dedicated individual to work with the resident led partnership and support the implementation of the Noel Park Big Local Plan.   

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, patient and friendly with a sense of humour to join our team at this exciting time. The successful candidate will have knowledge and understanding of community based projects, engaging members of the community including younger people and implementing a legacy programme. Knowledge of the local area is highly desirable. The post will be home based as well as based in Wood Green, London, N22..

Noel Park Big Local is looking for an experienced and dedicated Community Development professional to undertake the role of ‘Noel Park Big Local Manager’. The Manager will work with the resident led partnership to support the implementation of the Noel Park Big Local Plan. A major key part of the Manager’s role is around leading and coordinating key projects e.g. the ‘Changing Gears Project’; which is a new project to engage and manage a ‘workforce’ of local younger people to carry out community-based projects whilst receiving training and mentoring in suitable skills to enhance future employment. The role will also be around supporting the implementation, evaluation and achievement of a legacy for the Noel Park Big Local programme. The Noel Park programme has five priorities: 

• Community Hubs and Spaces (for all age groups),
• Enterprise and employment,
• Children and Young People (including 19 to 25 year olds who are often not included),
• Older and vulnerable people,
• Improving the Local Environment,

The post will be employed by CVS for Broxbourne and East Herts (CVSBEH).  The Job Description for this role is  available from the CVSBEH website along with links to download an application pack.

Closing date for applications is: 12.00 noon on Friday, 16th October 2020, Interviews will be held on the evenings of Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd October 2020.

There has never been a more important time to join the Age UK fundraising team. Against a backdrop of a broken social care system and millions already turning to Age UK for help, older people are amongst those hardest hit by the current pandemic. Calls to our trusted Advice Line have doubled and requests for telephone friendship have trebled. We have been moved by the public support for our Coronavirus Emergency Appeal, but we must raise vital future funds to ensure we can be there to help and support older people as they rebuild their lives.

Our Fundraising team has an ambition to grow our income beyond £60M in the next five years. We are investing in an ambitious Fundraising strategy to help us deeply engage more supporters and partners in our work, so that we can be there for the millions of older people who need someone to turn to.

We're looking for someone to join our Individual Marketing team who will help to deliver a best-in-class loyalty programme that inspires supporters to continue to support Age UK which is pivotal to our strategy. This role is in the Individual Marketing team and will work across a variety of direct marketing channels to deliver a great experience for our supporters in a way that is relevant for them. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual early on in their marketing career, who wants to build experience working on direct marketing campaigns in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. In this role you will be able to develop your fundraising skills and work as part of an ambitious and collegiate individual marketing team.

This opportunity would best suit someone who is creative, naturally organised, a self-starter, methodical and passionate about working for a not-for-profit organisation.

About you

* Responsible for the delivery of direct marketing campaigns to ensure loyalty and revenue generating activities are maximised.
* Working with internal teams and external agencies including fulfilment, print and design.
* Working with the Direct Marketing Manager, Loyalty to manage income and expenditure budgets for agreed campaigns.
* Delivering campaigns autonomously or as part of an integrated approach across fundraising and the wider Age UK group.
* Taking a bold approach to innovation to find new ways to grow supporter loyalty.

What we offer in return

* Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme.
* Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Simply 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
* Discount on Gym Membership and Go Sweat Fitness & Wellbeing Benefit.
* You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250.

Additional Information

For a full list of benefits please click here https://www.ageuk.org.uk/about-us/jobs/employee-benefits/

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. We welcome requests for flexible working.

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.

Are you an Events Manager with proven track record for delivering mass events?

Are you excited to deliver Covid secure events?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for 12 month maternity cover at Trinity Hospice, the local charity for Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre, to lead our 2021 events programme, working with a fun and creative team. 

The hospice has a wide range of staff benefits including free on-site parking, child care vouchers, and 38 days holiday (including statutory).

Summary: Managing important financial functions of Changes organisation.  Responsible for the organisation’s financial health by managing our financial procedures. Duties will include planning and managing budgets, monitoring transactions, preparing invoices and participating in audits.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Create and implement financial policies to guarantee operational efficiency
2. Key point of contact regarding financial and accounting matters
3. Maintain records and receipts for all daily transactions
4. Ensure financial records are kept up-to-date with the latest transactions and changes
5. Monitor all bank deposits and payments
6. Perform periodic financial analysis to detect and resolve problems
7. Prepare balance sheets and invoices
8. Reconciling all financial transactions
9. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports
10. Create accurate financial projections
11. Oversee the preparation and planning of budgets
12. Contribute to financial audits

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and the postholder will be required to undertake other duties to meet the overall aims of Changes organisation and services.

The job description will be reviewed annually in light of changing service provision/requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the postholder. 

The postholder is expected to comply with all Changes Health & Wellbeing’s relevant policies, procedures and guidelines.

On initial application, we will send to you a comprehensive Job Description and Person Specification, along with a formal application form, which is to be completed and returned by 12.00pm 30th October 2020.

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services for victims of all forms of gender-based violence (domestic, sexual, so called ‘honour’ violence, modern slavery and human trafficking, prostitution, forced marriage, stalking and FGM). Every day we support over 6,000 women and children in our national network of services.  These include Independent Domestic, Sexual and Gender-based Violence Advocacy services (IDVAs/ISVAs and IGVAs), community outreach, specialist refuge accommodation, sanctuary services, culturally-specific services and the Freephone 24 Hour National Domestic Abuse Helpline. We advise Government and lobby hard to keep violence against women and girls high on the public agenda. We run award-winning prevention and public education campaigns, manage a busy press office and website, and we are an accredited training provider. We give a voice to the voiceless.

This role requires an exceptional individual who wants to make a difference. As a Refuge Worker, you will be responsible for providing high quality practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and their children living in our refuges.

You will ensure the smooth running of the refuge, including the admission of survivors of domestic violence to the refuge. You will also assess and advise on their entitlement to welfare and housing benefits and housing management. You will develop support plans for each resident and aid them to obtain permanent accommodation.

The successful candidate will have evidence of strong casework management skills, good written and verbal communication, and an understanding of the importance of maintaining professional boundaries. You will be required to bring safeguarding children or vulnerable adults to the immediate attention of the service manager, or if unavailable another manager. Direct experience of providing support to women is essential as is a current understanding of legislation relating to domestic violence including civil/criminal legislation and welfare rights. The ability to work as part of an on-call rota is essential and occasional evening work in emergency situations.

All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the feminist values of empowerment and equality which underpin all of our work. Successful applicants will be expected to work within Refuge’s Values and Behaviour Framework and demonstrate these in their everyday work.

Competitive salary offering annual progression within points of the salary grade, 28 days annual leave increasing to 30 days, pension scheme with People’s pension that includes a 6% Employer contribution, comprehensive EAP.

Refuge is proud to be a leader in its field and an employer of choice with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development. We offer the first Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) accredited qualification for our profession. 

Please visit Refuge’s website for further details and other opportunities.

Closing Date: 16th October 2020

Interview Date: 28th October 2020

An enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) certificate will be required for this role.

Refuge is committed to quality, equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. This post however is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

We are looking for a Trusts and Grants Fundraiser

Based at Fair Havens (remote working possible)

Salary £30,000

Are you looking for a role that makes a real difference within your community? Do you have a flair for writing that inspires?

We are looking for a Trusts and Grants Fundraiser to join our Income Generation Team. This role is dedicated to generating income from existing and potential charitable trusts & foundations in accordance with Havens Hospices Fundraising Strategy.

The ideal candidate will be initiative, creative and demonstrate excellent organisation. With a proven record of:

• Writing and delivering successful funding applications.
• Meeting financial targets within a defined timescale
• Account/ project management and liaising with both internal and external stakeholders
• Writing and delivering successful Statutory Applications, ideally in social care or health environment

Havens Hospices cares for adults and children diagnosed with serious, life-limiting illnesses. We aim to make their journey – and that of their families – as comfortable as possible, creating special memories along the way. Our care is free of charge but that can only continue happening thanks to our special team. Our patients and families are grateful for the specialist and free care they receive at Havens Hospices. By making the most of every day you work, you will be helping us to Make Every Day Count for those who need us most.

Havens Hospices Staff Benefits

• 33 days annual leave (pro-rata) rising to 38 days with length of service (Including bank holidays)
• Perkbox retailer discount scheme
• Salary sacrifice scheme for pension and annual leave purchase
• Competitive pension schemes and NHS pension for continuing members
• Learning and Development team committed to personal and professional development, offering a number of education opportunities
• Life Assurance
• Employee referral bonus

Citizens Advice Mid-North Yorkshire are looking for a fully qualified solicitor able to practice in family law in England and Wales with at least three years post qualifying experience.

If you would like to work on a unique and exciting project and take a lead role in improving access to justice in family law matters, here is your chance. We are ambitious to develop our specialist legal advice provision and the successful candidate will be an experienced practitioner who is able to support us in doing this

The suitable candidate will have experience of general family law for people on low incomes to include domestic violence, injunctions, private children matters, and drafting of agreements.

The successful applicant will have excellent admin skills, strong organisational abilities and a good telephone manner. IT skills with word, case recording systems and an ability to service your own administrative needs are a must. The ability to communicate well is essential.  This role can be based at any of our offices in North Yorkshire or from home with regular meetings in the office. 

Reserved interview date: 2nd November 2020

Are you a first-rate teacher - and so much more? Can you help Britain`s leading specialist charity make adult education accessible to everyone?

Who we are
The Workers` Educational Association is a unique charity and the UK`s largest voluntary sector provider of adult education. With a clear vision and a strong social purpose, we bring great teaching to local communities, with life-changing courses held in clubs, pubs, workplaces, schools and almost anywhere else you can think of. Since 1903, we have been giving disadvantaged people the opportunity to return to learning - inspiring them to realise their full potential and become active, engaged citizens. We see education as a tool for social justice, not just self-improvement, and we pride ourselves on making learning egalitarian and accessible. Tutors play a central role in everything we do, from governance through to classroom support, helping us deliver courses to 50,000 people in 2,300 locations - and enabling us to reach 80% of the population.

As one of our tutors, you`ll be so much more than just a teacher. WEA delivers from a variety of community venues in and around the North West areas forming true partnerships with the community. Dealing with some of the most disadvantaged students, you`ll go the extra mile to build their confidence, develop their knowledge and skills, and empower them to define and achieve their life goals. In short, you will be a catalyst for profound change, and you`ll enjoy considerable autonomy as you prepare course materials, identify students` needs, adapt courses and continually assess the effectiveness of your approach.

WEA delivers from a variety of blended learning in community venues in and online. We assume that you will be excited by using digital technology both in the classroom with the student and to manage course administration. The ideal candidate will be IT literate and able to deliver through a blended learning approach including the use of Zoom, and Canvas, our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).

A qualified and capable IT teacher with experience of delivering from accredited to non accredited courses, you will be keen to engage with disadvantaged people and rekindle their love of learning, and you will share our passion for egalitarianism and empowerment.

The Workers` Educational Association is a unique charity and the UK`s largest voluntary sector provider of adult education. With a clear vision and a strong social purpose, we bring great teaching to local communities, with life-changing courses held in clubs, pubs, workplaces, schools and almost anywhere else you can think of.

Since 1903, we have been giving disadvantaged people the opportunity to return to learning - inspiring them to realise their full potential and become active, engaged citizens. We see education as a tool for social justice, not just self-improvement, and we pride ourselves on making learning accessible.

The Workers` Educational Association is a unique charity and the UK`s largest voluntary sector provider of adult education. With a clear vision and a strong social purpose, we bring great teaching to local communities, with life-changing courses held in clubs, pubs, workplaces, schools and almost anywhere else you can think of.

Since 1903, we have been giving disadvantaged people the opportunity to return to learning - inspiring them to realise their full potential and become active, engaged citizens. We see education as a tool for social justice, not just self-improvement, and we pride ourselves on making learning accessible.

As one of our tutors, you`ll be so much more than just a teacher. Forming true partnerships with your students, you`ll go the extra mile to build their confidence, develop their knowledge and skills, and empower them to define and achieve their life goals. In short, you will be a catalyst for profound change.

The main purpose of this post is to provide, teach and offer support for students as part of a WEA Counselling course through a holistic student approach. We are looking for a tutor who can provide inclusive support which encourages independent learning in relation to personal development, empowerment, and resilience and student engagement alongside academic achievement. The successful counselling tutor will prepare course materials, identify students` needs, adapt courses and continually assess the effectiveness of your approach.

Useful but not essential, candidates would have experience of delivering L2 Award in Counselling Skills and have experience of delivering online as well as face to face.

Geographic location is not important but there may be an opportunity for face to face classes in the future.

Every day will bring different yet exciting challenges.

We are looking for an Education Coordinator to be based mainly in the Aberdeen Office, with some flexibility around home working by agreement. You will support the development and delivery of exciting new programmes of community based learning for adults across Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.

Developing, delivering and maintaining key educational programmes, you will ensure that our students enjoy an outstanding experience. You will support and manage part time tutors, and help to identify business development opportunities. The restrictions of COVID-19 mean that much of our delivery is currently on-line, and this brings its own challenges.

You will have broad experience of working in a community learning and development setting, particularly in adult learning. You will have a proven track record in building and sustaining community partnerships.
You will have some experience of line management of part time staff.
You will have an awareness of evaluation and quality processes in an adult learning context.
 

The Public Interest Law Centre (PILC) uses the law to fight for the dispossessed and marginalised.  We fight to hold Government and public bodies to account, challenging unlawful and poor decision-making and abuse of power.  We use the law as an instrument of change.  We will not rest until we see a fairer and more equal society. 

PILC was initially set up in 2016 as a project of Lambeth Law Centre. Since then we have made great strides in becoming an independent organisation. We act as an agent of Camden Community Law Centre in relation to its Public Law and Claims Against Public Authorities contracts with the Legal Aid Agency. Over the next 12 months, our priorities lie in strengthening the organisation’s core functions to which this role is pivotal. 

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager who will be able to support PILC in developing policies and procedures that ensure the highest standards of service as well as strengthen the organisation’s core. You will need to be confident, self-reliant and able to work autonomously as you will become a key person to the organisation's central operations, providing an effective administrative support function at our offices. Experience of working in a growing charity or income-generating organisation would be a distinct advantage. 

The post is part-time, 21 hours per week over three days with possibility of extension. 

Equality & Diversity

PILC is an equal opportunities employer, committed to increasing diversity in our organisation.  Applications from under-represented groups are particularly encouraged.

Deputy Shop Manager

We require an enthusiastic Deputy Manager to assist the Manager in the day to day running of our shop. Duties include overseeing the running of a busy retail outlet ensuring that stock is sorted, processed and merchandised throughout the week in a timely manner. Recruiting and maintaining a large Team of Volunteers and assuming full management responsibilities in the absence of the Shop Manager.

Deputy Shop Manager Requirements:

The successful candidate will have good communication skills and the ability to work flexibly. The position offered is for 21 hours per week to include Saturdays.

Retail Supervisory experience is preferred together with basic IT skills however full training will be given to the right candidate.

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.

About CLIC Sargent:

Every day, 12 children and young people in the UK hear the shocking news they have cancer. CLIC Sargent is the UK’s leading cancer charity for children and young people, and their families, and provides them with clinical, practical, emotional and financial support. You can be a part of helping them cope with cancer and get the most out of life.

CLIC Sargent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset

Job type: Part time (21 hours per week), permanent

Salary: £9,828 per annum

You may have experience of the following: Deputy Shop Manager, Assistant Store Manager, Charity, Retail, Assistant Manager, Store Management, Third Sector, Business Development, Charities, Volunteer, Voluntary Sector, NFP, Not For Profit, etc.

Ref: 94478

Senior Quality Advisor - Mental Health and Learning Disabilities

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 (dependent on experience)

Location: Home Based (travel to Herts, Beds, Milton Keynes areas required)

Contract type: Permanent – Full Time (part-time, job share and flexible working considered) 

The quality of our services means everything to us. Everything we do is aimed at providing good quality, person-centred services, in the right location, at the right time, and making a real difference for the people and communities we support.

This role is part of a high impact team who audit, advise and coach, frontline managers and services, to improve the quality of services provided to people with mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.

Health and social care expertise is critical to the role and we will fully support you to actively develop your expertise in and beyond your role. We offer excellent internal and external training opportunities, support for continuous professional development, professional revalidation and we support professional memberships.

As part of a national team, you will be the go-to advisor for health and social care quality and support a portfolio of services to achieve positive CQC inspection outcomes and to continually improve how they support people.

Whilst currently reduced significantly by Covid-19 restrictions, the role ordinarily includes regular audit visits to services, some of which may require long commutes and / or an overnight stay. You will sometimes need to be flexible with the hours you are able to work, but you will benefit from flexibility to suit you too.

As part of a small and dedicated team, you’ll have the support and encouragement you need in your role, right from the outset.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working in multi-site, multi-agency health and social care settings as a nurse or similar registered professional (e.g. RNLD, RMN, OT, SLT, or similar) to support people with mental health needs, learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.

They will be independent, but an effective team player, with good communication skills, a positive outlook and they will be adaptable and resilient to the challenges of the sector.

Why Turning Point?

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision – and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job – we offer you a career.

What Benefits Will I Receive?

Of course, we know it's not about the money. But that doesn't mean we don't reward our people for their invaluable work with a benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive opportunities to learn and develop, with silver accreditation fromInvestors in People
• 31 days’ paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to purchase additional holidays
• Flexible benefit options including cycle to work schemes and season ticket loans
• Competitive pension and life assurance schemes
• Employee assistance programme and access to online health and wellbeing support
• Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
• Access to a wide range of discounts, including cinema tickets, grocery and high-street shopping and gym memberships

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive sufficient applicants before the advertised closed date.

Trust and Fundraising Coordinator GFS 9153 Full Time £28,000

We are commencing an exciting stage of growth and need to develop our trust and foundations programme to fund an expansion of our girls groups across the country. This is a fantastic opportunity for either your first fundraising role or an opportunity to broaden your existing fundraising skills in a new and exciting area. This role would suit a confident and proactive individual who enjoys writing and building relationships.

As Trust Fundraising Coordinator, your work will help girls across England and Wales develop self-confidence and express themselves in a judgement-free, single-gender space. Working with the Communications Team and the Chief Executive, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of the Trusts and Foundations fundraising programme against an agreed annual income target.

You will work closely with colleagues across the charity to implement a trusts and foundations pipeline that helps us deliver our empowering programme for girls. This will include the development of processes to understand funding needs as well as the monitoring and evaluation of projects.

You will manage your own workload including the writing of high-quality applications within deadlines, as well as researching and cultivating new funding partners. You will be responsible for developing strong relationships with prospective grant making bodies, and enjoy communicating with people about the importance of our work.

To apply please download the application pack and submit a GFS application form. The closing date is Monday 19th October at 12 noon. Please note CV’s are not accepted.