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About the role
The Inclusive Climate Researcher is being recruited to support delivery on this growing portfolio of research and consultancy focussing on inclusive approaches to climate action, adaptation, mitigation and resilience. This work is closely aligned with GDI Hub’s work on inclusive cities and infrastructure, so an understanding of the intersection of climate, disability inclusion and accessibility in cities is important, and the post holder will likely work closely with inclusive design colleagues.
Initially, the role will primarily support a new project integrating disability inclusion in low carbon futures through research, training and technical assistance.
Role overview
This role will suit someone with research experience that is also looking to engage in practical work and drive impact.
The role will require knowledge of disability innovation and inclusive design in the context of climate change, including an appreciation of disability in the context of wider social inclusion and climate adaptation/mitigation. While the post holder will be able to work with subject matter experts, the ability to work across these diverse domains is essential. Good communication skills are vital as training and communicating knowledge to diverse audiences is a key part of this role.
The researcher will undertake research under the supervision and guidance of the project lead (GDI Hub’s Head of Research and Delivery). They will be responsible for research and analysis drawing on diverse research skills including policy review and strategy, desk reviews, qualitative, co-design and participatory methods, with the ability to extract key themes and provide actional insights.
Experience in and a passion for inclusive approaches to research with diverse user groups is key to this role. The researcher will be expected to be able to develop research protocols, instruments and methodologies to suit project needs, ranging from academic to consultancy-based research. Experience in academic research, including acquiring ethical approval, managing data and analysis and drafting quality academic papers would be an advantage. Communicating with diverse audiences through the preparation of presentations for clients and events, report and paper writing will be a large part of this role.
Translating knowledge into practice, technical assistance to climate projects, developing and supporting delivery of training on inclusive climate innovation, managing clients and networks of innovators and experts will form part of the role.
The researcher will support advocacy, communications and external engagement, promoting the work under their remit, including at key conferences and events, including UN climate events. They will also support the publication of papers aligned to the research and delivery to further increase the reach and impact of the work and seek to instil academic rigour as appropriate.
The role will be based within the Research and Delivery team and involve collaboration with Innovation and Academic colleagues. The post holder will be expected to operate with reasonable autonomy, participate in client conversations, be collaborative and creative with a drive to make the world a fairer place, inspiring others to do the same.
Application Procedure:
Please submit your CV and a one-page covering letter describing how your think your skills and experience are relevant to this role (via our website when you hit 'apply,') A full job specification is attached to this ad that includes contact details for an informal discussion regarding the role.
The deadline for applications is Thursday 2 May, however, we are reviewing applications for this role on a rolling, first come, first served basis.
GDI Hub values inclusion as a core business success factor. We actively seek to attract employees from diverse backgrounds and particularly welcome applications for this role from disabled people. The role is offered on flexible terms and the accommodation of reasonable adjustments is business as usual for us.
Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub) is an Academic Research and Practice Centre accelerating disability innovation for a more just world. Based
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Research & Policy Assistant
Barnwood Trust is not your typical funder. We drive forward changes so that disabled people and people with mental health conditions have choice of opportunities, access their rights, and are included where they live.We bring people together for a different conversation and explore big ideas. Through learning and collaboration, we influence the change that’s needed. By partnering with local organisations, involving people with lived experience directly in our work, and looking for better ways to fund, Barnwood makes a difference in Gloucestershire.
As part of this work, our Insights Team generates actionable insights to inform and deliver the Trust’s programmes of work, and the Research and Policy Assistant is integral to this.
We are looking for a Research and Policy Assistant to contribute to and support the Trust’s research, evaluation and policy monitoring activity. This includes collecting and communicating research and policy evidence and information, to inform the development of the Trust’s current and potential programmes of work.
An understanding of different types of research methods and excellent communication skills are essential for this role. Knowledge of the barriers experienced by disabled people and those living with mental health conditions as well as an understanding of local and national policy context are welcomed.
We want to diversify our team to better reflect the work and communities we support – this means we would particularly welcome applications from people who:
· are from Black, Asian and minoritised backgrounds.
· have lived experience of disability and/or mental health conditions.
Contract terms:
- This role is 12 months fixed-term contract, and we welcome applications looking for full time hours (37.5hrs per week) or
- 2 x Part-Time to work on a job share basis covering full-time hours.
- We offer a flexible start between 8am and 9.30am Monday to Friday.
- Salary £33,697 p/a FTE
- 36 days holiday inc. bank holidays
- This position is based in our office in central Cheltenham with occasional opportunities for home working.
For full details please see our application pack.
Summary of key duties:
Collecting research evidence and policy information
- Contributing to desk-based research: gathering, analysing, and synthesising secondary research studies relevant to the Trust’s work.
- Contributing to policy monitoring: gathering, interpreting, and synthesising information about national and local policy relevant to the Trust’s work.
- Supporting other elements of the Research & Policy Team’s research, monitoring and evaluation activity where needed, including research and evaluation design, research and evaluation activity, and data analysis.
Communicating research and policy evidence
- Communicating desk-based research and policy evidence: collating and summarising key evidence to share with a range of audiences, both internal and external, in a range of formats and contexts.
- Working with the Research and Policy Team to contribute to written reports, policy position statements, and evidence reviews in support of the Trust’s programmes of work.
- Supporting other elements of the Research & Policy Team’s dissemination activity where needed, including at events to share research findings.
Knowledge and experience:
- An understanding of different types of research data and data collection methods.
- Ability to source, collate and analyse research and policy evidence from a range of sources, including an ability to discern the quality and relevance of those sources.
- Excellent and flexible communication skills, able to communicate information at varying levels of detail in different formats to different audiences.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
For full details please see our application pack.
Summary of skills
- Excellent and flexible communication and organisational skills.
- Self-awareness, enabling excellent working relationships with a wide range of people using tact, diplomacy and sensitivity.
- Ability to apply appropriate communication channels and methods, including digital and print media.
- Strong IT skills (proficient in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, as minimum).
Benefits:
· 36 days annual leave including bank holidays. (FTE)
· Life Assurance (3 x salary)
· Pension contributions
· Work within an organisation that is committed to improving equality and diversity.
· Competitive salaries and fantastic pension contribution rates.
· Excellent personal development plan and extensive training which includes a commitment to training employees to be confident when working with people with a wide variety of impairments, disabilities, and mental health challenges.
· Friendly and collaborative working culture; everyone’s voice is heard.
· We have a range of supportive wellbeing policies and almost a third of our employees, are qualified mental health first aiders with Mental Health England.
· Our offices in central Cheltenham are wheelchair accessible, have free accessible parking on site and great facilities.
· Assistance dogs are welcome.
Guidance On Applications:
Click on Apply Now to be taken to the Barnwood Trust website where you need to apply for this role via our online application form.
You will also find a detailed application pack which gives a full and detailed job description and person specification as well as guidance on how to make an online application and what you should include within it.
Should you have any questions or require any of the information in a different format please email the recruitment team directly.
We want our application process to be right for you as an individual, so if there’s anything you think we can do to make this process more straightforward for you please email the recruitment team directly to discuss what support we might be able to provide. Our career page on our website has some examples of things we may be able to put in place for people who request extra support.
Deadline for applications: 12.00 noon on Friday 3rd May 2024
First interviews: Wednesday 15th May or Thursday 16th May 2024
Second stage interviews: Tuesday 21st May 2024
We would like the successful candidate to start as soon as possible.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We’re looking for a dynamic Workforce Development Coordinator to lead, manage and develop our incredible sports coaches, volunteers and tutors. You’ll be managing everything from recruitment through to personal and professional development.
You’ll use your people skills to work closely with partners to deliver expert-led training courses, making their activities more inclusive for disabled people. Highly organised and with an eye for detail, you’ll liaise with each partner to make sure we meet their needs.
You’ll also manage Inclusive Activity Leaders – a truly life-changing programme created in partnership with Nike that trains disabled people to become fully qualified sports coaches and enjoy new careers.
Download the applicant's pack for the full role responsibilities and person specification.
To apply, submit a current CV along with a covering letter, or use quick apply option on Charity Jobs, Applications without a full covering letter outlining in turn how you meet the each of the person specification criteria will not be accepted.
The deadline for applications is 5pm on 8th May 2024, and interviews will take place at the House of Sport the week commencing 13th and 20th May 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you looking for a fulfilling role where you can make a real difference? Are you organised and people orientated? We have an exciting opportunity at our Birmingham Centre to support us in connecting with our local community. Thrive is a national charity that uses gardening to change lives. We’re looking for a Community Engagement Officer who will strengthen our links within the local community, such that more people know about Thrive, understand what we do and access our programs.
Funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, we’re looking to significantly build on our fantastic work in Birmingham over the next two years. Working as a key part of the team at Thrive in Birmingham, the Community Engagement Officer will increase participation and strengthen our referral pathways through productive relationships. Such that engagement with our services is representative of the diversity within our locality. The successful candidate will have strong communication and organisational skills. We’re looking for a relational operator who can confidently facilitate visitors and work independently with a range of external partners.
to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. Thrive complies fully with the DBS Code of Practice. Having a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an individual from working for Thrive.
Closing date for applications: 17.00 on the 2nd May 2024. We will be reviewing applications as they come in, so early application is recommended.
Please download the job information pack and send your CV and a covering letter to recruitment that explains how your skills meet the job description.
The Coaching Assistant at Camden Disability Action (CDA) will support blind and partially sighted people to become Leaders. This position involves providing coaching, accessibility and practical support, to enable leaders to create positive change within the community.
At CDA, we believe in the power of lived experience and are committed to investing in Disabled leaders. Our vision is to create a community, led by Disabled people, where power sharing happens, and Disabled leaders are central in shaping the community's direction and so that real change happens.
This role is reserved for a disabled person with lived experience of visual impairment.
Location: Home-based, with travel required to visit geographical region & attend meetings as required at Emerson’s Green Office, Bristol
Contract: 6 month fixed-term contract
Salary: £35,069 per annum
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Expiry date: 26 Apr 2024 23:59
We are looking for a Building Safety Officer to join our welcoming and friendly team here at Hft. This is your chance to make a real difference to people’s lives.
We are one of the largest learning disability charities in the UK, supporting over 2,500 people through our friendly, supportive, creative and diverse teams.
Join us at Hft and you’ll develop your social care career with one of the leading names in the sector. You’ll go to work each day knowing you can make a real difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities.
What’s in it for you?
There are a range of benefits and career development opportunities at Hft. We’ll give you a comprehensive induction, full training, and lots of support along the way. ???????
With Investors in People and Skills for Care accreditation we are committed to investing in you to ensure you have the specialist skills and expertise needed to support people to live the best life possible. As a “Gold” standard Investors in People accredited employer, we are committed to supporting colleague wellbeing as a priority.
-Annual Leave: 33 days pro rata (including 8 days statutory bank holidays)
-Training: Access to award winning training and development
-Wagestream: Allows you to flexibly access your pay throughout the month and utilise a range of financial support, through its dedicated app
-Aviva Digicare + workplace: Access to wellbeing services including health checks, Digital GP and mental health support.
-TELUS health: A 24/service, completely confidential counselling and support platform and helpline that is free for all colleagues to use.
-Discounted mobile ‘phone contracts. As an Hft employee, you’ll be able to take advantage of Vodafone’s Employee Advantage programme, giving you up to 30% off.
-Care Friends: Employee referral app – earn money for referring your friends to work for Hft.
-Free life assurance – 3 x your annual salary
-and more…
Key Responsibilities
As a Building Safety Officer, you will oversee the delivery of property related safety servicing programmes ensuring that customers are safe, and that we meet and exceed our landlord statutory requirements.
You will ensure compliance with all current legislation relating to Building Safety (gas, fire, electrical, water hygiene, asbestos, lift) whilst having due regard to relevant codes of practice and best practice.
You will lead in the regular monitoring and analysis of statutory compliance performance and the production of statutory compliance related management reports as required.
You will provide compliance administration support to the Head of Asset Management & Development, monitor renewal dates for services and Instruct approved suppliers to undertake service visits when required where Hft holds responsibility of compliance.
You will also be responsible for maintaining Hft’s compliance systems and ensuring compliance certificates and Risk Assessments are completed and filed in Hft’s agreed location.
Who are you?
-You will have an awareness or experience of supported housing, ideally for people with learning disabilities
-You will have experience in housing management or Maintenance and/or Building Compliance, with a proven knowledge and experience in building safety and all aspects of H&S.
-You will have knowledge of social housing issues, equality and diversity, fire safety and understanding of Building Compliance
-You will have the ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines but maintaining high levels of accuracy and attention to detail
-You will have excellent customer service, interpersonal and communication skills.
The ideal candidate will be based in Bristol or within commuting distance, and have a full UK driver's license with access to your own vehicle.
Find your place with us and change lives.
Job Description and Person Specification
STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE
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Hft's usual terms and conditions apply. Hft is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. As a Disability Confident Employer, Hft is helping to ensure that disabled people have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations that people without disabilities do. Successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure check against the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Having a criminal record may not bar you from employment.
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Join Our Team: Project Development Coordinator (part-time)
To support the “Together We Are Phab” project, funded by The National Lottery Community Fund
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of disabled people? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where creativity and innovation are encouraged? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
If you are passionate about making a difference and eager to contribute to our mission, we want to hear from you! Join us in our journey to create a more inclusive and accessible society for all!
Phab Ltd is a leading national inclusion charity dedicated to empowering individuals and advocating for inclusivity across society. With the generous support of The National Lottery, we are thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity for a Project Development Coordinator to join our team on a part-time basis.
Job Title: Project Development Coordinator
Organisation: Phab Ltd
Location: England (with flexibility for remote work)
Duration: 3 years (with possibility of extension) 22.5 hours a week
Salary Range: £32,000 to £36,000 pro rata (FT 37.5 hours)
About Us: Phab Ltd is a leading charity dedicated to empowering disabled individuals and promoting inclusivity within society. Through our various programs and initiatives, we strive to create opportunities for disabled and non-disabled people to engage in meaningful activities, fostering a sense of community and equality.
Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and passionate individual to join our team as a Project Development Coordinator for a 3-year funding project entitled “Together We Are Phab”, aimed at delivering a diverse range of inclusive activities to disabled and non-disabled individuals across England.
Working with the National Projects and Development Manager, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the development, implementation, and Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) of this project, with a focus on providing a progression pathway onto further opportunities including training, volunteering, and work for participants.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Project Development and Planning:
· Collaborate with key stakeholders to implement the project plan, taking responsibility for managing the objectives, activities, and timelines.
· Conduct thorough research to identify appropriate inclusive activities that cater to the needs and interests of both disabled and non-disabled participants.
· Ensure that all activities are designed and implemented in accordance with accessibility and inclusivity principles.
2. Partnership Management:
· Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships with key organisations, community groups, and stakeholders to maximise project impact and reach.
· Coordinate joint initiatives and collaborative efforts to enhance the delivery of inclusive activities and opportunities.
3. Participant Engagement and Support:
· Support the National Projects and Development Manager to oversee participant recruitment processes, ensuring diversity and inclusivity are prioritised.
· Provide ongoing support and guidance to participants throughout their engagement with the project, facilitating access to additional opportunities for growth and development.
4. Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E):
· Develop robust Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) frameworks to track project progress, outcomes, and impact.
· Collect and analyse data on participant engagement, satisfaction, and progression, using insights to inform program improvements and adjustments.
5. Reporting and Communication:
· Prepare regular progress reports and updates for funders, stakeholders, and senior management, highlighting achievements, challenges, and areas for improvement.
· Communicate project objectives, activities, and outcomes effectively to internal and external stakeholders through various channels.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Sciences, Community Development, Disability Studies), or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience in project development, management, and coordination, preferably within the charity or non-profit sector.
- Strong understanding of disability issues, accessibility requirements, and inclusive practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks effectively, managing multiple responsibilities concurrently.
- Experience in monitoring, evaluation, and data analysis, with a focus on driving continuous improvement.
- Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organisation.
- Collaborative culture: Be part of a supportive and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued and encouraged.
- Meaningful work contributing to positive social impact and community empowerment.
How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, skills, and motivations for applying.
Reasonable Adjustments:
We're an equal opportunities employer and want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and inclusive for all, if you require reasonable adjustment(s) at any stage please let us know.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the closing date of
22nd April 2024 at 5pm.
Interviews will be held online from week beginning Monday 29th April 2024.
Phab Ltd is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including disabled people. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered.
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Are you passionate about supporting people to uphold their rights?
Disability Advice Service Lambeth (dasl) is Lambeth’s peer-led Disabled People’s Organisation.
We want to appoint a Professional Advocate who shares our ethos and values and is committed to supporting Lambeth residents achieve their legal rights.
dasl have provided an advocacy service for Lambeth Council for 12 years and since 2020 we have played a key role in the Lambeth Advocacy Hub, a single point of access for all statutory independent advocacy services for Lambeth residents aged 16 and over. We manage referrals and enquiries and provide independent Care Act advocacy and a range of non-statutory advocacy.
We provide a high quality service - we hold the Advocacy Quality Performance Mark. You will hold, or be working towards, a qualification such as the Certificate/Diploma in Independent Advocacy (Level 3), or be able to show the necessary skills and relevant experience in a formal or informal advocacy role.
dasl’s success comes from dedicated work of our skilled staff, many of whom are Disabled people. You will be valued for who you are in our supportive and friendly team.
We work flexibly between home and office. Our office in Brixton is accessible.
This is a rolling recruitment - applicants will be shortlisted and interviewed as soon as possible. We encourage you to apply as soon as you are able.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Media & Communications Officer
Business Disability Forum is the leading business membership organisation in disability inclusion. Our Communications and Marketing team is working hard to attract more businesses to join us as Members, to increase uptake of our events, products and services, and to help us to become more well-known for our policy work, research and campaigns.
If you want to play a part in creating a more disability inclusive society, have experience working in a media relations role, and a good eye for a story, come and join our busy, friendly team as part-time Media and Communications Officer.
We are looking for someone who already loves working in media relations, but who can also support broader communications activity. If you have a can-do attitude, the tenacity to pursue media coverage, and great attention to detail, we’d love to hear from you.
The majority of this role will focus on developing and delivering proactive and reactive print, online and broadcast media relations campaigns to promote the benefits of disability inclusion, our membership, products, services and policy work to businesses and policymakers. You would also plan and write content for multiple platforms.
You will have:
- Experience of media relations with a proven track record at officer level.
- Experience selling in stories to journalists with the motivation to keep going and follow up.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience writing content for a range of audiences and channels.
- A flexible approach.
This new part-time role (4 days, Monday and Friday required), is based in our Communications and Marketing Team (6 people) and will work closely with our Media Consultant.
We offer opportunities for flexible working, including variable start and finish times, hybrid or remote working. Most staff work an average of two days a week in our office in London Bridge, London, SE1.
How to apply
Applications should be by CV and a supporting statement, of up to 400 words, detailing why you think you would be suitable for the role. If you require any adjustments to the application process please contact Barnaby Powell as set out below. Applications should be addressed to Barnaby Powell, HR & Office Manager, Business Disability Forum, Nutmeg House, 60 Gainsford Street, London SE1 2NY. If you are submitting your application by email please do so to barnabyp @ businessdisabilityforum .org .uk
- Closing date for applications: 28 April 2024.
- First interviews are planned for the week commencing 7th & 9th May 2024.
- Second interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing 13 May 2024.
Business Disability Forum is committed to ensuring that all its information, products and services are as accessible as possible to everyone.
If you wish to discuss anything in regards to accessibility or if you require alternative formats please contact Barnaby Powell by email at address above or by telephone on 020-7403-3020.
For further information on Business Disability Forum please refer to via the button below.
Equal opportunities
We are committed to becoming disability-smart and an employer of choice irrespective of race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, or pregnancy and maternity. The ethical and business case of ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society is at the heart of what we do. When we are recruiting, disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria will be offered an interview
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Join us!
Contact is a national charity for families with disabled children. We provide information, advice and support, and bring families together so they can support each other. We campaign to improve their circumstances, and for their right to be included and equal in society.
Your role
You will be the parent or carer of a child or young person with Autism.
You will provide an advice, information and guidance service to predominantly Black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) and East European families in the London Borough of Ealing who have been referred to the All Age Autism Hub for assessment.
You will respond to first enquiries and contribute to the Ealing All The Autism referral hub service development and workings of the Hub as an expert by experience.
You will support group sessions for the Autism Hub as well as any of the Ealing run projects as and when required. You will support the Hub clinical team and Contact Ealing colleagues with administrative support around group sessions and training for families and professionals.
You will assess families’ needs and plan actions with parents’ participation as per their needs. You will encourage parent carers’ empowerment and involvement in the project.
What we’re looking for
- Parent of autistic child or young person
- Experience of working with and supporting families who have disabled children.
- Good organisational and administrative skills
- Knowledge and experience of the issues and concerns that affect families who have disabled children e.g. leisure provision, education, respite care.
- Knowledge of issues relating to maximising income, tackling debt and budgeting, accessing financial support, tax credits and other financial issues.
- Good communication, time management and networking skills.
How to apply
Please return a completed application form along with an equal opportunities monitoring form (downloadable as part of the job pack) by the date stated below. CV’s will not be accepted.
Closing date: 1 May 2024
Interview date: 7 or 8 May 2024
Finance Business Partner – Fundraising & CAA
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people with learning disabilities?
We are looking for a talented and motivated Finance professional to fulfil a key Finance Business Partner role supporting the Fundraising and Communications, Advocacy, and Activism (CAA) directorates at Mencap. This role will help deliver high quality insight and financial management which informs decision-making and helps to ensure maximum impact from our fundraising income.
As the Finance Business Partner for Fundraising and CAA you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient utilisation of financial resources to maximise fundraising returns and ensure efficient spend which is aligned to strategic objectives. NB. This is a full time 12-month FTC position.
There is flexibility around where the role is based. We have large offices in London and Peterborough and smaller offices located throughout the UK and you may need occasional travel to for meetings. However, this role will primarily be working remotely.
Key Responsibilities:
· Prepare timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting for the directorates, facilitating informed decision-making and effective financial management.
· Support Finance Lead to provide a comprehensive Finance Business Partnering service to business areas.
· Support financial planning processes and provide analysis, guidance and challenge to ensure the development of robust and credible plans.
· Identify risks and opportunities related to fundraising financial performance, providing strategic guidance to mitigate risks and maximize opportunities effectively.
· Ensure correct accounting and reporting of Restricted Funds, ensuring they are spent as intended and support on reporting to external funders where required.
· Ensure financial compliance with technical and regulatory requirements, including gift aid and Charity Commission guidance.
What You Will Bring:
· A commitment to improving the lives of people with learning disabilities.
· Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and ability to communicate financial information effectively.
· Self-motivation and a desire to make an impact.
· Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships across Finance and non-Finance areas.
Your Experience:
Essential:
· Worked in a Finance department providing Management accounting, business partnering or forecasting/budgeting support.
· Strong Excel skills.
· Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.
· Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, providing accurate and timely information.
Highly Desirable:
· Finance Business Partnering and/or Financial Planning experience. Ideally in a Fundraising or income-generating unit.
· Working towards ACMA / ACCA / ACA qualification, or suitable experience.
· Knowledge of charity finance regulations and fundraising practices.
Benefits
As well as knowing that what we do is making a positive difference to people’s lives, you will receive fair pay and have access to a wide range of rewards and benefits as one of our employees.
· 32 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 35 days with long service plus the ability to buy up to another 10 days via our HolidayPlus scheme
· Service related sick pay when 6 month probation is completed
· Eligibility to join Mencap Pension Plan where Mencap matches contributions up to 5% on a salary sacrifice basis meaning NI savings. If you don’t join the Plan you start, you will be auto-enrolled after three months with us.
· Membership of Mencap Pension Plan to include up to 3 times salary death in service live cover AND Income Protection of 50% salary to be triggered at 26 weeks of long term sickness
· Loans for debt consolidation, bikes, computers and phones when you have been with us for 6 months
· Interest free season ticket loans
· Discounts and cashback from 3% to 30% at high street shops including major super markets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via Mencap Extras
· Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc.
· Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
· Quarterly award scheme and recognition at every 5 years through our YouRock program
· Access to award winning training and development
*T&C's apply based on contract
About Mencap
We work in partnership with people with a learning disability, and all our services support people to live life as they choose. Everyone wants a purposeful job - to do something meaningful. At Mencap, we can give you that. You will have opportunities to develop as a person, colleague, leader and activist. We want to make you feel inspired to reach your potential.
Our work includes;
· providing high-quality, flexible services that allow people to live as independently as possible in a place they choose
· providing advice through our help lines and web sites
· campaigning for the changes that people with a learning disability want
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Scope is a disability equality charity in England and Wales. Together we are Disability Gamechangers. We work to a society where all disabled people enjoy equality and fairness. We campaign tirelessly for everyday equality for disabled people.
We would like to see disabled people and their families have an equal standard of living to non-disabled people. This Grants Specialist role is essential in supporting disabled households to access support by identifying and securing grant funding. The role also concentrates on providing expert guidance and support throughout the application process for grants.
Fixed term until March 2026, 35 hours per week.
Location: Working at Scope's Leeds office and working from home (hybrid)
In this role you will be:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Researching and identifying grant funding opportunities suitable for disabled households, with a focus on energy support and broader needs.
- Offering tailored advice and support to colleagues, ensuring they are equipped to identify and assist clients with grant applications.
- Creating and maintaining resources, such as guides and templates, to streamline the grant application process for colleagues and customers.
- Conducting training sessions for colleagues on identifying funding opportunities and supporting service users through the application process.
- Analysing feedback and engagement data from customers to refine and enhance the advice and support provided.
- Ensuring all information related to grant opportunities is accurate, up-to-date, and accessible to individuals with diverse needs.
- Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to maximize the reach and impact of grant funding support.
- Managing tasks and projects independently to contribute effectively to the team's goals, in line with the organisation’s commitment to equality and inclusion.
About You
- You will have strong experience in identifying and securing grant funding, preferably with a focus on support for disabled individuals or households. Demonstrated Skills in Training or education, particularly in a support or service context.
- You will play a pivotal role in data analysis to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the Energy Services.
- You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal to be able to communicate difficult and complex information. A strong ability to convey complex information in an accessible way and engage diverse audiences.
- You will be skilled in research and information gathering, with a methodical approach to evaluating grant opportunities. Ability to respond positively to change while being able to work effectively with conflicting priorities.
- You will be highly organised with the capacity to manage multiple priorities when delivering training sessions and one-to-one support. A collaborative team player, capable of working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- It is essential that you have a good working knowledge of IT including Microsoft Office Products. Excellent attention to detail when using databases and proficient in data analysis for service delivery improvement.
- You will bring drive and enthusiasm to your role and can demonstrate that you care passionately about improving the lives of disabled people and their families.
Please make sure you explain in your application, with examples, how you can meet these important skills.
We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope’s values and our ambition of everyday equality for disabled people.
Our values - pioneering, courageous, connected, open, fair
By living our values and trusting each other, we empower our colleagues to make decisions. By giving our colleagues freedom and space to spark creativity for innovation, we can push boundaries, change mindsets and be empowered to change the game with grit and determination and a sense of urgency.
Disabled candidates
We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve.
Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
Some applicants might need adjustments during the application process. If you require adjustments through your journey with us you can find out more about interview adjustments on the Scope website.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity.
We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving.
You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website.
Scope benefits
We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:
- 27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Flexible, hybrid and remote working options
- Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years
- Company pension
- Excellent training and career development
- Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+
- Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more.
If you want to become a Disability Gamechanger, we'd love to hear from you.
Click the apply button to create an account and complete your application form.
Please note applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may take place and an appointment be made before the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
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Gympanzees is a multi-award-winning Bristol-based charity. Our mission is to ensure all children and young people with a disability have access to regular exercise, play and friendship. We aim to open multiple exercise and play facilities around the country – the first of which will be in Bristol. This is an exciting time to join an ambitious team who will raise funds for the UK's first centre of its kind.
As the Grants and Statutory Funding Manager, you will be pivotal in securing appropriate grants to meet our annual grant income target at Gympanzees. This position is ideal for someone with proven experience in researching and crafting successful grant applications. You'll be tasked with distilling complex information into compelling narratives that effectively convey our mission and objectives while aligning with grant requirements. Excellent copywriting skills are essential, as you'll need to create engaging and informative content that tells our story authentically. Your approach will be highly organised and methodical to ensure accuracy and compliance with grant briefs. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, you'll collaborate closely with a high-level fundraising team to maximize funding opportunities and drive positive impact.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Scope is a disability equality charity in England and Wales. Together we are Disability Gamechangers. We work to a society where all disabled people enjoy equality and fairness. We campaign tirelessly for everyday equality for disabled people.
The Benefits Specialist role is essential in supporting disabled households receive the benefits that they are entitled to. We want to see disabled people and their families have an equal standard of living to non-disabled people. In this role you will develop and deliver training sessions and provide secondary support on more complex benefit queries.
Fixed term until March 2026, 35 hours per week.
Location: Working at Scope's Leeds office and working from home (hybrid)
In this role you will be:
- Delivering and continually update training for energy advisers to ensure expertise in benefits advice.
- Analysing enquiry trends to inform training development and report on service enhancements.
- Ensuring timely, high-quality responses to benefits enquiries.
- Tailoring information delivery to individual needs, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and accessibility.
- Staying informed on disability-related legislation and welfare benefits to provide authoritative advice.
- Analysing inquiries to tailor training and develop robust management information.
- Creating accessible, informative content to meet the evolving needs of disabled individuals and their families.
About You
- You will have strong experience and up to date knowledge of welfare benefits to provide accurate information and support to disabled people. Demonstrated Skills in Training or education, particularly in a support or service context
- You will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal to be able to communicate difficult and complex information. A strong ability to convey complex information in an accessible way and engage diverse audiences.
- Adaptability and resilience: Ability to respond positively to change while being able to work effectively with conflicting priorities.
- You will be highly organised with the capacity to manage multiple priorities when delivering training sessions and one-to-one support. A collaborative team player, capable of working effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- It is essential that you have a good working knowledge of IT including Microsoft Office Products. Excellent attention to detail when using databases and proficient in data analysis for service delivery improvement.
- You will bring drive and enthusiasm to your role and can demonstrate that you care passionately about improving the lives of disabled people and their families.
Please make sure you explain in your application, with examples, how you can meet these important skills.
We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope’s values and our ambition of everyday equality for disabled people.
Our values are being pioneering, courageous, connected, open and fair
By living our values and trusting each other, we give our colleagues freedom and space to be creative, push boundaries and change minds.
Disabled candidates
We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve.
Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
Some applicants might need adjustments during the application process. If you require adjustments through your journey with us you can find out more about interview adjustments on the Scope website.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect, and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity.
We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving.
You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website.
Scope benefits
We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:
- 27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Flexible, hybrid and remote working options
- Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years
- Company pension
- Excellent training and career development
- Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+
- Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more.
How to apply
If you want to become a Disability Gamechanger, we'd love to hear from you.
Click the apply button to create an account and complete your application form.
Please note applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may take place and an appointment be made before the closing date. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Co-ordinator
Remote working in or near Somerset
£24,960 pa plus excellent benefits
35 hours per week
One year fixed-term contract initially
You will be joining us at an exciting time as we set up our new RNID Near You care home service in Somerset. As a Co-ordinator, you will focus and lead on developing and delivering our new care home service across the locality through sessions in care homes to residents, their visitors and staff, we will be offering:
- practical hearing aid support
- information on hearing loss and tinnitus
- hearing checks
You will be responsible for co-ordinating sessions across the region in care home settings and be able to recruit, train and manage a team of up to 30 volunteers to deliver the service across Somerset. You will have responsibility for the set up and running of these sessions and have good local knowledge of Somerset in order to seek new opportunities for delivery of our RNID Near you services.
We are looking to appoint a motivated person with a keen interest in supporting people with their hearing loss. While you will be home based, there will be regular travel to venues where we will provide drop-in clinics in community settings.
You want to make a difference in people’s lives and love to interact with various audiences, including volunteers, health & care professionals and service users. You have experience managing events, your own workload and are able to work evenings/weekends if required. You are able to physically assist clients with hearing aids sensitively, giving clear guidance and taking into account individual wishes and health needs.
You are ready to work for a home-working organisation and have good IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, Word.
We are RNID. Together we’ll make life more inclusive for deaf people and those with hearing loss or tinnitus.
Our charity has been through a complete transformation, while building on the best of our past. We’ve returned to our former, much-loved name, become wholly remote working, and established a new strategy, focused on reaching the 12 million people in the UK who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus.
We are creating a radically different culture which is externally focused, curious, evidence-based, deliberate, agile, and future orientated. Our values are at the heart of what we do.
We strive to be and continue to be connected to our communities, insightful and confident in what we do and who we are, curious in everything we do and passionate about our purpose.
We champion the value of difference and equality and celebrate our diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively encourage applications from eligible candidates from BAME backgrounds or who are deaf or hard of hearing. With almost 20% of our employees having a disability we proudly hold Disability Confident Leader status and guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum essential criteria.
Closing date: 26 April 2024.
Interviews: 29 and 30 April 2024.