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Fundraising Officer
£28,000 – £30,000
Full-time 36 hours per week
(Mileage to be paid at 45p per mile)
Full time annual leave entitlement is 28 days
Are you enthusiastic, highly motivated and organised? Would you like the opportunity to work in a busy Fundraising and Engagement Team?
We are looking to recruit a dynamic and creative Fundraising Officer to build on the development and growth of income through local communities across Surrey. Using your fundraising experience and knowledge, you will research, approach and secure new partnerships as well as manage existing relationships, to drive unrestricted income for the charity. You will build on our existing Community Fundraising programme to maximise income and engagement.
Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey is a county-wide charity supporting people of all ages who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, partially sighted, and deafblind. We have been supporting Surrey residents for over 100 years. Our main office base is in Fetcham, near Leatherhead, and our team of staff and volunteers work out in the community across the county.
The post holder will have excellent communication and organisational skills and be able to prioritise effectively and manage a busy and varied workload. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly motivated and ambitious team, and to play an integral role in growing fundraising activity across Surrey.
Job Purpose:
The post holder must have a minimum of two years fundraising experience and use their initiative, personal presence and drive to support all fundraising activity to achieve a substantial increase in unrestricted income.
Principle Accountabilities:
· Research, identify, approach and secure new partnership opportunities
· Provide excellent account management to new and existing partners in order to meet key fundraising and engagement objectives
· Work collaboratively to generate income from partners through creative fundraising initiatives
· Represent the charity at local functions and give presentations when required
· Create engaging assets for applications and pitch presentations
· Support individuals and organisations fundraising for the charity
· Maintain accurate and up to date record keeping of written and oral communication with supporters.
· Ensure all fundraising income is entered onto the database in a timely manner
· Attend occasional evening and weekend events
· To comply with best practice and legal requirements including data protection and charity fundraising.
· Be proactive in keeping up to date with developments affecting your work.
· Carry out other associated duties as may arise, develop, or be assigned in line with the broad remit of the post.
· Support diversity and equality of opportunity in the workplace.
Work Context:
The post holder will be highly motivated and organised to research, identify and build new and existing relationships with local businesses and community organisations in order to increase unrestricted income and engagement for the charity.
Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey constantly needs to reassess its priorities in line with a changing funding environment and the needs identified by its members and service users. These factors are crucial to the charity’s survival and need careful attention. In order for the charity to successfully manage these pressures there is a need for all staff to be flexible and work wherever their core skills are needed most. No-one will be asked to carry out work for which they are not properly trained.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Strategic Management/Operational Service Planning/Forward Planning
Understanding the overall aims and objectives of the team and how these contribute to Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey’s strategic plan. Planning their work to meet agreed targets, standards, and service user needs. Working within agreed procedures to achieve team and personal objectives. Thinking ahead and identifying where and how their work impacts on the work of the team. The ability to support multiple fundraising initiatives. Develops innovative approaches to fundraising strategy to increase income streams.
Inspiration
Working with other members of Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey, in an imaginative and effective way, to develop partnerships and increase income. Value and support volunteers to support the fundraising strategy.
Making Things Happen
Establish plans, organise and prioritise self and volunteers. Planning resources effectively. Demonstrate a consultative and informed approach to problem solving, using patience and understanding. Able to liaise within the charity and externally with other groups, volunteers and service users.
Communication
Communicating with all people in a positive, accessible, timely and clear manner. Listening actively, demonstrating their understanding of communications they receive and responding to them appropriately. Listening to the other person’s point of view.
Developing Others
Sharing their knowledge and skills with others. Supporting others in their development and contributing positively to team development.
Managing Change/Embracing Change
Seeking ways to continuously improve their own performance. Suggesting where improvements in service could be made. Is open to new ways of doing things. Adapting positively to changes and feeding back the impact of changes to their manager, where appropriate.
Personal Impact
Presenting themselves effectively. Striving to develop the competencies they require to do their job. Acting with integrity and in line with the principles of equal opportunities. Respecting the opinion and expertise of others.
Customer Focus
Building good professional relationships with organisations and supporters. Endeavouring to understand what the supporter wants and being responsive to their needs. Responds positively to all feedback.
Use of Technology and Management of Remote Teams
Using relevant technology proactively and effectively to do their job and, wherever possible, to deliver initiatives.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
· Minimum two years fundraising experience
· Confident verbal communicator – over the phone and face to face
· Excellent research skills
· Strong relationship management skills
· Strong communication skills including an ability to produce proposals and reports and to make presentations to a variety of audiences
· Strong MS 365 knowledge and data management skills
· Ability to take a hands-on approach
· Ability to travel across the county with events/fundraising materials
Physical Requirements/Effort:
Ability to travel around the county with fundraising materials and equipment.
Working Environment:
Office based in Fetcham with possible 1-2 days a week working from home/meetings in the local area. Some evening and weekend work for which notice will be given.
Full time annual leave entitlement is 28 days per annum plus bank holidays.
Sensory Services by Sight for Surrey complies with auto enrolment, we match contributions up to 6% using the Pensions Trust. We offer training opportunities suitable for each role. We pay for annual flu vaccinations and an eye test every two years with a contribution towards work related glasses.
For further details of the role please see the job description. A Disclosure and Barring Service will be required which we will arrange.
Closing date: 30th September 2024
Interviews for this role are ongoing and we reserve the right to interview during the advertising period and make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Purpose
To support SEND (young people with disabilities) on the Shaw Trust supported internships to progress on their work placements and make successful transitions into paid work. To provide training and support for business partners and families, to ensure success during the workplace placements and to seek out job opportunities both within and outside of the host employer.
Position available in Heathrow, Bath Road. Free Parking onsite
Shaw Trust provides support to young people across schools, SFA that include providing information advice, guidance and support to ensure young people are able to assess their attributes and circumstances, planning to meet learning goals, supporting the intern to implement their plans and keeping these under review.
We would like individuals that are committed to supporting and engaging with young people to ensure they develop resilience and are able to make positive and sustainable transitions through education and training into employment. In particular, those that are energetic, passionate, dynamic and innovative in their approach to achieving the above.
Job Description
- Provides individualised support for interns at the host business worksite placement or competitive job which includes: job coaching, identifying job placements, assistive technology, etc.
- Attends host business induction to ensure student understanding and learning
- Works with managers and co-workers to educate on disability awareness
- Communicates with parents on a regular basis
- Visits students and give feedback to all team members
- Meets daily with tutor to discuss student progress
- Meets regularly with business liaison, managers and peer mentors to discuss student strengths and challenges, issues, progress, etc
- Works with tutor to plan events such as induction, information nights/Open days and graduation
- Works with other team members to provide internal and external marketing for business and community such as newsletter articles, website information, tours, community presentations, social media etc.
- Communicates effectively with the tutor, other job coaches, the senior practitioner, employers, co-workers, family members, and school and agency personnel as it relates to the student being trained.
- Carries out steps of job coaching plan with students and other parties as appropriate.
- Work with employers, families, job placement specialist, agency personnel, school personnel and other appropriate parties to problem solve issues related to training and employment.
- Train students in the areas of grooming, hygiene, communication, interviewing, and behaviour as they relate to successful employment.
- Provides travel training to job site if necessary.
- Communicates with tutor to make final decisions regarding any issues that may affect student success at a worksite rotation or competitive job site.
- Participates in decision-making process to identify and implement training strategies and/or services with other staff and host business staff.
- Adheres to and promotes standards of the host business and/or competitive work site in order to promote job productivity and efficiency.
- Submits and completes appropriate job coaching paperwork.
- Applies for Access to Work allowance on behalf of the students
- Provides basic information about benefits, work-related expenses etc
- Recognises and acts on the legal responsibilities concerning the safety and welfare of the students.
- To be knowledgeable about current trends, LMI, thoughts and initiatives in education
- To work as a member of a team to ensure the education and welfare of all students
- To ensure a clear understanding of the nature of each student’s learning difficulties and or social/emotional needs and take steps to address these needs
- To arrange access to stimulating learning environments both in and out of the work place
- To use and utilise a variety of support methods and resources appropriate to the needs of the students
- Be prepared to undertake a training programme such as first aid if appropriate
Person Specification
- NVQ Level 6 or equivalent qualification in Careers Education and Guidance, Youth and Community work or Social Care (or willing to work towards)
- Level 3 Education and Training Award (or willing to work towards)
- Strong communicator verbally, in writing and using various IT tools with a diverse group including Senior Managers, other professionals, young people and parents.
- Entrepreneurial and dynamic able to identify and implement new ways of working that enhances service delivery and outcomes for young people.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
- Experience of working with teams to set and maintain a positive culture.
- An ability to develop and sustain effective relationships with key organisations.
- Well organised and able to manage own workload.
- Strong track record of achieving contract KPI’s and achieving outcomes for young people.
- An ability to work in and create strong partnerships with other organisations.
- Track record of developing new services for young people.
- Track record of bringing in additional income or contracts
- Personal and professional demeanour which generates credibility and confidence with clients, managers, staff, external partners and all other stakeholders.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, policy and guidance relating to Children and Young People’s Services and SEND
Candidate must be able to travel to Heathrow, Bath Road. Free parking avaliable to staff.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the role:
Are you a finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact?
Are you passionate about making sure people get the support they need to transform their lives?
If so, Back Up could offer you an inspiring and fulfilling role making a significant difference to the lives of people affected by spinal cord injuries.
We’re excited to announce a new opportunity for a Finance Manager to join our team, playing a crucial role in supporting both the operational and strategic financial management of our Charity.
Your role and expertise will ensure we can continue to deliver our vital services efficiently and sustainably while driving excellence and integrity in financial management.
For full details please see our Job Description.
About us:
At Back Up, we have big ambitions. Over the next few years, we’re going to be transforming the lives of even more people affected by spinal cord injury.
Together we’ll be working hard to make sure everyone affected by spinal cord injury has access to the support they deserve; and we are the only spinal cord injury charity in the UK providing specific services on vocation and services to children and young people.
At Back Up, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. Please read our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy Statement. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. We particularly welcome applications from those from black, Asian or ethnic minority backgrounds or those with higher level spinal cord injuries.
What will the process involve?
The process will involve at least one interview round which will be either in person or online. There will be a panel interviewing you and you may be asked to complete a task beforehand to present to the panel. If you need any support or adjustment to the recruitment process at any stage, do please ask and we’d be pleased to work with you to put these in place so that you can perform to the best of your abilities throughout the process and demonstrate your suitability for the role.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
As a ‘Disability Confident’ employer we are committed to the inclusion of disabled people as candidates and employees. If you have a disability and meet the minimum criteria of the role, set out as essential criteria in the job description, we will invite you to interview. Please let us know if you are eligible for the scheme.
Don’t meet every single requirement?
At Back Up we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every criteria in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at Back Up.
How to apply
Please send:
• A CV (including two referees, one of whom should be your present or most recent employer. We will contact them after interview.)
• A (maximum) two side A4 supporting statement, saying why you want the job and explaining how you meet the criteria in the job description. This statement is crucial; CVs alone will not be accepted.
• A completed EOF. This will be kept separate from your application. It is used to help us assess the diversity of our applicants to ensure our processes are fair to all. It is optional to fill in but it will help us improve and maintain high standards.
We will acknowledge receipt of your application, and then let you know if you are to be invited to interview.
At Back Up, we inspire people affected by spinal cord injury to get the most out of life.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This role will lead the development and successful rollout of Aurora Nexus Fundraising and Engagement strategy, annual plans, generation income and key project work which aim to deliver significant net income growth and increase awareness by maximising local and regional support.
This is a new post within the charity created in response to an emerging need to diversify our income streams. We are seeking to appoint an experienced individual to deliver grant bid writing and to take the lead on the development and implementation of fundraising initiatives to maximise and increase income.
The successful post-holder will join and be an integral part of the Management team.
This post will support Aurora Nexus with its grant fundraising activity as an essential income stream for the charity, including managing and monitoring the bidding process to maximise the success rate of applications. The post holder will also monitor and undertake all reporting on funding to others both within and outside the organisation.
Job Description
- · To work with the Executive team to secure funding from grants.
- · To ensure that a database of funders, opportunities and grant applications is created and maintained to a very high standard.
- · To draft grant proposals to the highest standards to meet the requirements of the funder and the organisation in order to ensure successful bids.
- · To ensure applications are specifically researched and tailored in each instance, including addressing grant making priorities and /or requirements as specified by individual trusts, foundations or grant making bodies.
- · To carry out appropriate and detailed research in order to identify and apply for grants and funding which meet the needs of the organisation.
- · To clearly articulate the needs to be met and the impact achieved through the income from grants.
- · To ensure all bids are managed, monitored and evaluated for their duration. · To ensure that relevant funding deadlines are met in good time.
- · To be the leading authority on Fundraising and Engagement activity within the organisation and to be responsible for, devising strategies and pipelines
- · To maintain a strong strategic vision of Fundraising and Engagement activity to ensure alignment with the organisation wider strategies, including supporting colleagues to embrace the required changes to achieve long-term benefit and sustainability.
- · To ensure the Fundraising and Engagement strategy meets the needs of supporters, including those affected by LD and Autism.
- · To devise, develop and deliver the annual Fundraising and Engagement budget, including the longer-term forecasting of income.
- · To set up and maintain a grants management database.
- · To develop, maintain and update monthly fundraising re-forecasts and engagement statistics.
- · To develop and implement marketing strategies and targeted campaigns, and also to plan, develop and ensure the production of multimedia communications, PR and significant materials.
- · To take a leading role within the organisation to promote collaborative working to deliver on fundraising and communication potential.
- · To provide expert advice on fundraising theory and operational delivery to colleagues, volunteers and supporters, as required.
- · To ensure colleagues are ‘fundraising focused’, opportunities are spotted, and potential exploited for the wider benefit of the organisation and The People We Support
- · Source and nurture all major donors in order to build and maintain the relationships necessary to deliver on fundraising targets.
The above description is not intended to be exhaustive, rather to be indicative of the main requirements and responsibilities of the post. It may be amended from time to time and usually after consultation with the post holder. Any changes will be agreed in conjunction with the line manager.
Experience and qualifications required Requirement Criteria
- Demonstrable experience of developing and implementing strategic Communication and Fundraising plans Essential
- Demonstrate ability to develop relationships with partners, Trusts and other Grant-making bodies Essential Experience of researching Trust and Grant funding opportunities Essential
- Experience of commissioning/securing funds from statutory bodies Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of at least two of the following fundraising disciplines: community, corporate, major donor, events, trusts Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of the wider voluntary and community sector, with a particular emphasis towards Learning Disabilities and Autism Desirable Excellent communication and presentation skills required to build relationships with potential funders Essential
- The ability to remain motivated and resilient and inspire high levels of motivation in others Essential
- Good project management skills Essential Driven to reach objectives and meet deadlines Essential
- Able to make critical decisions Essential
- Good time management and planning Essential Be willing to work flexibly and to be available outside of regular working hours Essential Self-Starter and work on own initiative Essential Strong understanding of the UK/EU grants funding landscape and the grants application process. Essential
- High literacy and proficiency in verbal and written communication. Essential
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Disability Business Partner – Team Lead
Business Disability Forum is the leading business membership organisation in disability inclusion. We are trusted partners, working with business, Government and disabled people to improve the life experiences of disabled employees and consumers, by removing barriers to inclusion.
- We work with over 570 members employing around 20% of the UK workforce and an estimated 8 million people worldwide.
- We advise, support and encourage businesses (many of them global) to become more disability-smart.
- We influence policymakers by representing the voice of employers, disabled employees and consumers.
- We provide evidence-based thought leadership on how business affects the lives of disabled people.
- We help effect changes in business practices, products, services and policies that positively impact the life experiences of disabled people, and also benefit business.
The role
To lead the Disability Business Partners team. The Disability Business Partner team engage with and develop productive working relationships with the BDF membership.
The Disability Business Partner – Team Lead will recruit new members working and contributing to a highly developed, closely monitored and constantly refined membership recruitment strategy. Secondly the Disability Business Partner – Team Lead will have direct responsibility for their assigned Members and ensuring each of their Members uses the members services available most appropriate to them and takes opportunities to introduce our paid for services where it is beneficial to the Member.
The requirement
- Proven track record of staff and/or team management.
- Track record of successfully providing paid for solutions meeting agreed financial targets.
- Experience of providing support and advice to experienced professionals.
- Able to maintain accurate data collection records and recognise the importance of such
- Able to priorities a full contact list and workload.
- A thorough understanding of the sales process and an ability to motivate the Team to achieve and exceed targets.
For the full job description and person specification of this role and instructions on how to apply please visit our website below via the button below:
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, , Dowgate Hill House, 14-16 Dowgate Hill London EC4R 2SU. If you are submitting your application by email please do so to barnabyp @ businessdisabilityforum .org .uk
- Closing date for applications: Sunday, 6 October 2024.
- First interviews are planned for the week commencing 14 October 2024.
- Second interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing 21 October 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 the address above or by telephone on 020-7403-3020.
For further information on Business Disability Forum please refer to our website 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.
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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!
We are seeking an entusiastic and caring Operations Officer who will be responsible for the day-to-day operational activitites of the organisation focused on patient support and project delivery. The role will involve a close working relationship with our Fundraising and Events Officer, and our Board of Trustees, and will be a pivotal role within our small but mighty organisation. This is an exciting role working directly with multiple stakeholders including our beneficiaries, NHS and scientific collaborators and funders to deliver our values and benefit. You will be a driving force for the organisations mission and making a big difference!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Homebased - North London, Essex and the Home Counties
£36,155 per year
35 hours per week
RNIB is excited to offer an excellent opportunity to join our Eye Care Support Services (ECSS) team. As a key member of our management team, you will provide essential leadership and line management to Eye Care Liaison Officers (ECLOs) and oversee the operational delivery of our ECLO services across North London and the Home Counties.
In this role, you'll play a crucial part in shaping our services, engaging in strategic and business planning alongside key internal and external stakeholders. You'll work closely with the ECSS Management Team, fostering strong relationships across health and social care sectors to ensure we can reach people with sight loss earlier and offer timely support. You will also manage critical internal relationships across RNIB, ensuring patients access the right support when needed.
The ideal candidate will have a successful track record in managing information and advice services, ideally with a management, advice, or guidance qualification. A strong understanding of health and social care stakeholders is essential.
You'll bring excellent people management skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a geographically dispersed team. Your leadership style will be open, transparent, and solutions-focused, encouraging a positive, proactive approach to challenges.
Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, along with experience in producing reports, delivering presentations, and meeting Key Performance Indicators. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems is required.
This role supports ECLOs and services mainly across North London and the Home Counties and will involve regular travel across the region, as well as occasional national travel with some overnight stays. You may also be asked to support services in other areas, as needed.
This role requires an enhanced criminal record check, including a review of the children's and adults' barred lists, as the role involves providing advice and guidance to children regarding their physical and emotional wellbeing, and to adults regarding personal care needs due to disability.
We're the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB Group) and we're here for everyone affected by sight loss. Working for us means working for one of the UK's biggest charities, supporting almost two million people living with sight loss in the UK.
Application closing date: 22 September 2024
Interviews scheduled for: Week commencing 30 September 2024
Join us today and contribute to making a lasting difference in the lives of those we support.
Dravet Syndrome UK (DSUK) is a small independent UK charity dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by Dravet Syndrome. Dravet Syndrome is a rare neurological condition that affects around one in every 15,000 people in the UK. As well as experiencing severe, difficult-to-control seizures, children and adults with Dravet Syndrome have varying degrees of intellectual disability and a spectrum of associated conditions (known as ‘comorbidities’), which may include autism, ADHD, behaviours that challenge and difficulties with speech, mobility, eating and sleep.
The charity was founded in October 2008 by a small group of 30 families. Today, DSUK is a registered charity helping over 550 families with support, education, and research programmes, underpinned by a world-class Medical Advisory Board.
We are currently seeking a fixed term maternity cover for the role of Marketing and Communications Manager. Reporting to the Head of Marketing and Communications, this role has responsibility for creating, managing and implementing high quality communications with a focus on family and fundraiser audiences, aligned to our mission and overall strategy and Marketing and Communications plan.
As part of DSUK’s commitment to safeguarding, the postholder is expected to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
What you will bring
Essential
· Demonstrable experience in implementing digital communications activities, including experience across a range of social media platforms, working on websites (using WordPress) and using e-marketing (e.g. Mailchimp or similar), understanding Seach Engine Optimisation and other aspects of optimising digital comms
· Demonstrable experience in media relations, including writing press releases, working with case studies and successfully pitching and responding to a range of media (online, press, radio, broadcast)
· Demonstrable experience of working in charity, patient advocacy or healthcare sectors
· Ability to deal with people at all levels with empathy, tact and credibility
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to distil large amounts of information and present it in engaging and innovative ways for a variety of audiences
· Demonstrable design skills and knowledge of desktop publishing software e.g. using Canva to create in-house designs for social media, web and in-house materials (leaflets, guides, etc)
· Good understanding of brand, visual identity and corporate communication
· Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise
· Be a self-starter and team player with experience of remote working, and able to work effectively with colleagues using remote technology (e.g. Zoom, Google meets, etc)
Desirable
· Membership of a professional body such as Chartered Institute of Public Relations and/or a commitment to continuous professional development
Why join Dravet Syndrome UK?
Join our dynamic and growing charity, where you'll thrive in an exciting and engaging environment. We are proud to be a family-oriented charity experiencing financial growth and fuelled by an ambitious plan for expansion. Our dedicated team is deeply connected to our core audience, and their motivation stems from witnessing our profound impact on people's lives. Working alongside inspiring families, you'll see first-hand the incredible love and dedication they have. Join us today and contribute to making a lasting difference in the lives of those we support.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Everyone wants to make a difference, right? But how many of us can actually say that our work has a positive impact on the lives of other people, day in, day out? This is an exciting opportunity to work with WECIL’s biggest team and make a difference to disabled adults and families from Somali and other migrant communities.
We are looking for a self-motivated and passionate individual, someone with strong personal values and a desire to make a difference to people’s lives. Experience working in Social Care is an advantage, but not essential. The role offers incredible job satisfaction, flexible working, excellent holiday entitlement and opportunities to develop as part of a systems thinking team.
This role is open to anyone however, if you have lived experience of disability then we are particularly interested to hear from you. It is essential for the role that you are able to speak either Somali or Arabic and are also fluent in English.
WECIL is a leading Disabled People’s Organisation dedicated to promoting equality, independence, and inclusion for Disabled people.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Working Location: Homebased, with some travel required
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary: £36,637.88, increasing to £37,737 from 1st October 2024
Discipline: Fundraising
Job type: Permanent
Expiry date: 27 Sep 2024 23:59
#Care to join us?
We are looking for a Partnerships Manager to join our friendly and welcoming team here at Hft. This is your chance to make a real difference to the lives of learning disabled people.
Hft is one of the largest charities in England and Wales supporting learning disabled adults to live their life their way. We’re passionate about what we do and we use our unique understanding of the challenges facing the people we support to amplify their voices to bring about positive change. Hft was founded more than 60 years ago by a group of pioneering families who wanted a better life for their learning disabled children. We have a clear vision, we’re ambitious and fully committed to positive change for those we support and the social care sector. We’ve embarked on a journey of transformation that will ensure we can meet changing needs and extend our reach and impact.
What will you be doing?
Working in the Partnerships and Philanthropy team, the Partnership Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing and growing Hft’s philanthropy strategy. You will manage and develop high level relationships with new and existing donors and play a key role within the fundraising team to increase income from high value prospects and donors. You will build personal relationships through understanding donor motivations, delivering tailored communications and creating a bespoke donor journey. You will think strategically about how we grow our philanthropic income over the next few years. You will be able to demonstrate strategic partnership and identify opportunities for companies and high net worth individuals, raising significant funds to support our vital work.
If you are an experienced fundraiser and excellent communicator, who has managed and developed high level relationships with new and existing supporters, we would like to hear from you!
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.
We offer:
- All Hft employees get access to the Telus Health – the world’s biggest 24/7 colleague counselling and support service. It is completely free for all colleagues to use in complete confidence, whenever and however they want to access it.
- Access to a range of discounts on your favourite brands through Telus Health
- Wagestream - allows colleagues to flexibly access their pay throughout the month and utilise a range of financial support, through its dedicated app
- Access to wellbeing services including Health checks, Digital GP and mental health support via Aviva Digicare + Workplace
- Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status
- 33 days holidays (including 8 bank holidays)
- A contributory pension scheme & life assurance
- Discounted mobile phone contracts with Vodaphone
- Long service awards - Hft offers a monetary award after 10 years of service
- Free DBS check
Find your place with us and change lives
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Location: United Kingdom
Discipline: Marketing & Communication
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £30,989, increasing to £31,918 from 1st October 2024
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
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We are looking for a Policy and Public Affairs Officer to join our friendly and welcoming team here at Hft. This is your chance to make a real difference to people's lives.
Hft is one of the largest charities in England and Wales supporting learning disabled adults to live their life their way. We’re passionate about what we do and we use our unique understanding of the challenges facing the people we support to amplify their voices to bring about positive change. Hft was founded more than 60 years ago by a group of pioneering families who wanted a better life for their learning disabled children. We have a clear vision, we’re ambitious and fully committed to positive change for those we support and the social care sector. We’ve embarked on a journey of transformation that will ensure we can meet changing needs and extend our reach and impact.
What will you be doing?
Reporting into the Deputy Director of Communications and Fundraising, this is a fantastic opportunity to establish and strengthen Hft’s relationship with politicians, policymakers. As Policy and Public Affairs Officer you will monitor parliamentary activity, consultations and policy developments to inform Hft’s campaign and communications activity.
The role is varied, often working with multiple and complex priorities, using the insight gained through public insight to inform integrated campaigns that raise awareness of the critical issues and the needs of people with learning disabilities.
You will be confident at building strong internal and external stakeholder relationships, with a core understanding of UK political systems and processes, and how public affairs and campaign tactics operates.
If you have the ability to identify the news angle in any story, provide strategic advice on key reputational and media issues, to influence our campaigns and help build our voice of authority, we would like to hear from you!
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.
We offer:
- All Hft employees get access to the Telus Health – the world’s biggest 24/7 colleague counselling and support service. It is completely free for all colleagues to use in complete confidence, whenever and however they want to access it.
- Access to a range of discounts on your favourite brands through Telus Health
- Wagestream - allows colleagues to flexibly access their pay throughout the month and utilise a range of financial support, through its dedicated app
- Access to wellbeing services including Health checks, Digital GP and mental health support via Aviva Digicare + Workplace
- Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status
- 33 days holidays (including 8 bank holidays)
- A contributory pension scheme & life assurance
- Discounted mobile phone contracts with Vodaphone
- Long service awards - Hft offers a monetary award after 10 years of service
- Free DBS check
Find your place with us and change lives
STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE
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Apply Now
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Location: Home based, with travel as per role requirements
Salary: £31,680, rising to £32,630 from 1st October 2024
Discipline: HR
Job type: Permanent
Expiry date: 30 Sep 2024 23:59
#Care to join us?
We are looking for an Employee Relations Advisor to join our friendly and welcoming team here at Hft.
Hft is one of the largest charities in England and Wales supporting learning disabled adults to live their life their way. We’re passionate about what we do and we use our unique understanding of the challenges facing the people we support to amplify their voices to bring about positive change. Hft was founded more than 60 years ago by a group of pioneering families who wanted a better life for their learning disabled children. We have a clear vision, we’re ambitious and fully committed to positive change for those we support and the social care sector. We’ve embarked on a journey of transformation that will ensure we can meet changing needs and extend our reach and impact.
About the role
Working in the People Operations team, the Employee Relations Advisor plays a crucial role in maintaining positive employee relations. The role is responsible for promoting working relationships, resolving conflict and ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.
The role provides an opportunity to guide and support managers and employees on various employee relations matters within Hft. You will be a trusted member of the People Operations Team, providing a responsive and proactive service. In this varied role, you will support in embedding employment legislation and best practice in terms of talent management, employee relations, employee wellbeing and support with the implementation of the People Strategy.
If you have proven experience within Employee Relations or Human Resources, with in-depth knowledge of employment law, regulations, HR policies and procedures, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with employees and managers then we would like to hear from you!
About you
- CIPD Level 5 or working towards or equivalent experience
- Experience of change management
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.
We offer:
- All Hft employees get access to the Telus Health – the world’s biggest 24/7 colleague counselling and support service. It is completely free for all colleagues to use in complete confidence, whenever and however they want to access it.
- Access to a range of discounts on your favourite brands through Telus Health
- Wagestream - allows colleagues to flexibly access their pay throughout the month and utilise a range of financial support, through its dedicated app
- Access to wellbeing services including Health checks, Digital GP and mental health support via Aviva Digicare + Workplace
- Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status
- 33 days holidays (including 8 bank holidays)
- A contributory pension scheme & life assurance
- Discounted mobile phone contracts with Vodaphone
- Long service awards - Hft offers a monetary award after 10 years of service
- Free DBS check
Find your place with us and change lives
STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE
???????????We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications.
Apply Now
REF-216 535
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!
Job Purpose
This is an exciting opportunity to join Shaw Trust’s growing Supported Internships (SI) programme. We seek candidates with experience working with neurodiverse young people or adults, who are flexible, committed, and effective communicators. The Tutor or Job Coach will engage with vulnerable young people and work with employers to secure placements.
Positions are available in High Wycombe and at the Bath Road Marriott Hotel in Heathrow.
Job Description
- Organise and direct the on-site learning programme.
- Recruit and assess students with disabilities for the programme.
- Plan and deliver daily classroom activities and lesson plans to achieve the Pearson’s Employability Award (Entry Level 3 – Level 2).
- Support interns in developing portfolios, achieving accreditation, and obtaining recommendation letters.
- Oversee interns' emotional and social welfare.
- Collaborate with local authorities and businesses, attending meetings to address student progression and employment needs.
- Develop and implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and career plans for students.
- Ensure interns understand their roles through host business inductions.
- Work with job coaches and managers to create and modify internship sites.
- Support interns at worksite placements, including job coaching and identifying placements.
- Build relationships with parents and educate staff on disability awareness.
- Plan and coordinate events like inductions and graduations.
- Contribute to marketing efforts and resolve training and employment issues.
- Train interns in personal hygiene, communication, and job behavior.
- Complete job coaching paperwork and apply for Access to Work funding.
- Address legal responsibilities concerning intern safety and welfare.
Person Specification
- Level 3 Education and Training Award (PTTLS) or willingness to obtain.
- Strong communication skills with diverse groups.
- Dynamic and innovative, with leadership and management experience.
- Ability to build effective partnerships and manage a workload.
- Proven success in achieving outcomes and developing new services.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies related to Children and Young People’s Services and SEND.
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!
Who we are?
Our vision is a world where difference is valued, and diversity is celebrated. A world where everyone has the same rights, freedoms, choices, and opportunities.
Surrey Coalition of Disabled People is an innovative organisation that is led by disabled people working together to achieve our vision.
Introduction to the role
The Coalition recently registered as a charity (December 2023). With our new registered status we’re keen to build our fundraising capability by recruiting for our very first fundraising role!
To date our fundraising has been limited to trusts and grants as well as local authority funding. We’re now looking to expand on this to help us reach and support even more Disabled people and those living with long term health conditions in Surrey.
Purpose of the role
The role will develop our fundraising strategy for the charity and manage Surrey Coalition of Disabled People’s fundraising activity including community grants, individual, corporate and legacy fundraising.
Main responsibilities
The main responsibilities are listed below.
• Work with Senior Leadership Team to develop, deliver, and monitor a fundraising strategy
• Research and evaluate new grant funding opportunities, co-ordinate the submission of high quality bids, and manage reporting requirements.
• Develop and steward excellent relationships with donors, trusts, foundations and corporates to ensure a diverse range of income streams.
• Research and implement fundraising events
• Set up and deliver a legacy fundraising programme.
• Collaborate with the Finance Manager and CEO to ensure accurate budgeting and financial reporting of our grants
• Carry out further tasks requested and agreed with the CEO, appropriate to the role and grade of the job.
• Work with Senior Leadership to develop an Individual Giving and Acquisition strategy that drives growth for individual giving across multi-channel campaigns and initiatives.
We are looking for someone with:
· Experience of all fundraising methods (E)
· Excellent organisation and planning skills (E)
· Good communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively in a range of formats and with a variety of audiences (E)
· Excellent strategic planning skills and able to balance competing priorities (E)
· Experience and knowledge of working with people who are Disabled or living with a long-term health condition and/or carers (D)
· Good level of computer literacy including all Microsoft packages with experience of using a range of databases (E)
· A good level of self-motivation and able to work on own initiative (E)
· Confident presentation skills (D)
· The ability to work safely from home and willingness to do so OR the ability to work from our office in Burpham (E)
· Live within Surrey or nearby (E)
· An understanding of GDPR and adult safeguarding principles (D)
Other requirements
Values: To uphold the values and beliefs of the Organisation
Equality and Diversity: To work inclusively with a diverse range of members and stakeholders and promote equality of opportunity
Health, Safety and Welfare: To maintain high standards of Health, Safety and Welfare at work and take reasonable care for the health and safety of self and others
This role requires the successful applicant to be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Baring Check.
We welcome applications from all parts of our community and value diversity.
We are run and managed by Disabled people for Disabled people. Our aim is to campaign and promote the rights of Disabled people to live independently
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You will work alongside the project leaders and CEO to further the work of the organisation and represent Richmond Mencap. You will be responsible for the development of new projects for children, young people and adults. These will build on the strengths of the organisation and support the needs and aspirations of those with whom we work. Additionally, you will be providing onsite leadership for specific projects and will work closely with the CEO and other leads, supporting the charity to achieve its wider goals.
We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability. Should you require any adjustments to help you complete an application then please contact us for support.
Safeguarding the people we support is our top priority. We are committed to recruiting candidates who share this commitment to safeguarding, and we therefore apply robust recruitment and selection procedures to ensure all candidates are appropriate for the roles they apply for and are appropriately screened prior to appointment including DBS checks.
Please see the Job description and application form, and apply via our website.
Closing date: 11.59pm, Sunday 22nd September
Interview date: Wednesday 25th September
Successful applicants will be informed by telephone on the 23rd and invited to interview for the 25th.