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Since its creation in 1987 Education for Health has been providing education and training to Healthcare Professionals. We provide a range of Higher Education courses from Certificate to a full master’s programme along with a growing range of Essentials, Refreshers and webinars across a range of long term conditions.

During the pandemic we created a new model of delivery – an interactive blended online learning model (IBOL), enabling people to access their learning at a time and a pace that suits them. This is supplemented by live interactive webinars and recorded lectures.

Director of Finance and Organisational Performance
£70,000 per annum
Hybrid, 2 dpw in Warwickshire
Full-time, permanent

This is a pivotal time for the charity; the pandemic had an adverse impact on our income as weary healthcare professionals had no time or energy to devote to training. However, it provided us with an ideal opportunity to refresh our products using state of the art authoring tools and develop a new Learning Management System (LMS). The result was an ambitious automation programme, organisational restructure and functional realignment.

As a member of the Executive Team, the Director of Finance and Organisational Performance will use their experience, ideas, and knowledge of finance and organisational performance to lead Education for Health’s Finance, Systems, Information, Data and People functions to fulfil our business plan, supporting healthcare professionals to improve health outcomes.

We are looking for candidates who can offer:

•   An accountancy qualification (CCAB qualified)
•   Senior leadership experience with a track record of delivering ambitious goals in fast-moving organisations across a broad portfolio of functions including finance and technology.
•   Strong interpersonal and influencing skills with clear commitment to collaborative working and able to build strong and effective internal relationships.

To find out more and to apply please click on the link to the role on the Prospectus website.

Closing date: 12th June 2024 (midnight)

Harris Hill are delighted to be supporting a renowned national children's charity in their search for a Philanthropy Manager (Trusts).

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a professional and motivated team generating income from trusts and foundations.

As Philanthropy Manager you will maximise income by engaging, managing and inspiring funders and prospects. You will ensure the continued strength of the prospect pipeline by identifying new funding opportunities with trusts and foundations. You will be responsible for the delivery of income from supporters and prospects in your portfolio. You will also develop and deliver tailored solicitations and stewardship plans, proactively improving knowledge capture and understanding of supporters through relationship building.

To be considered for this role, you will need:

• Experience of securing support from institutional funders by producing high-quality, compelling written and creative materials.
• A track record of demonstrating strategic thinking, initiative and creativity to achieve outcomes.
• Knowledge of philanthropic trends in major giving fundraising across the UK to identify and exploit new opportunities to a successful conclusion.
• Excellent written communication skills to analyse, interpret and present complex information to influence others successfully

If this role sounds of interest to you and you want to have a chat and review the full job description, please do contact Dominic at Harris Hill.

Salary: £26,388 - £29,986 per annum plus Inner London Allowance of £3,366 if eligible
Full-time, permanent
Location: Flexible. You can work remotely, OR in the office (London), OR Hybrid.

Deadline for applications - Monday 3rd June 2024 at 9am

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

We're offering you the opportunity to become the Director of Education of the British Institute of Radiology (BIR), an international membership organisation for everyone working in imaging, radiation oncology and the underlying sciences.

As Director of Education, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the educational direction of the BIR. It's a leadership position which involves overseeing the development of new initiatives, programmes and strategies to enhance the BIR’s educational offerings and outcomes, and the post-holder will be responsible for the strategic focus and financial performance of the BIR Education programme.

We're half way through our new five-year strategy, and the education team plays a key role in helping to ensure the BIR remains financially sustainable, offering education to more people, and helping expand the membership. The role has also recently been recently expanded to include leadership for two important new roles in Communications and Partnerships, and both positions will be responsible for leading and delivering their respective strategies as part of the wider strategy.

Our new Director of Education will be experienced in developing and implementing successful education strategies at senior level, which will include new business development, income generation or building revenue streams, as well as experience of creating, managing and reporting on budgets.

You'll have had experience of educational events as well as the development of online educational activities, such as virtual events, webpages or apps, and you'll be adept at managing projects and working with stakeholders to achieve outcomes. Finally, you'll also be an experienced line manager, capable of supporting, nurturing and bringing out the best in your teams.

Although we offer flexible working, it is envisaged that the successful candidate is able to work from our London office at least 2 days per week, between Monday to Wednesday. National and occasional international travel might also be required.

If you would like to find out more about this exciting opportunity, or to see a copy of the applicant pack, please contact Christian Turek, our retained consultant at Memcom Recruitment, details below.

Application is by CV and cover letter, and details of the closing date for applications are also included in the applicant pack.

Are you able to build excellent relationships with supporters? Do you have fundraising and project-based experience? Can you adapt your communications to a wide range of audiences?

Then we might have the perfect job for you!

Individual Giving Officer
Location: Bristol area
Hours: Full-time (35hrs per week but part-time working considered)
Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 FTE
Duration: Permanent

At Great Western Air Ambulance Charity, we’re looking for a new Individual Giving Officer. This job involves planning and creating multi-channel communications and building great supporter journeys. But it also requires a lot of passion - for our cause, for the people we help and most importantly for the people who help us save lives. We’re looking for someone who is compassionate for our supporters and everyone involved in the charity; a person who is dedicated to doing their best; a person who can work independently but can collaborate within and beyond their team; and someone who is curious about exploring new approaches and keen to learn and develop.

GWAAC is a great cause to fundraise for, and we have amazing stories to tell and experiences to offer. Our work is very rewarding for our team too – at GWAAC we know that we are contributing to saving local lives every week. We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for that. You would be joining GWAAC at an exciting time, as the charity continues to grow and innovate in the field of pre-hospital care. You will be supported in developing your skills and be part of a dedicated team committed to saving local lives.

GWAAC is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates from a range of backgrounds and experiences. GWAAC puts people first and upholds a culture of safeguarding.

Closed date: Wednesday 12 June 2024

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website where you can download the job description and complete the application process.

No agencies please.

An opportunity to join an enthusiastic team to play a pivotal role in implementing HR systems, fostering a positive workplace culture, promoting diversity and inclusion, and supporting the professional development of our staff.  The successful candidate will have a background in delivering the whole employment life-cycle processes, and will report to and support the Director of Operations in delivering systems and administration that help the organisation to operate more consistently.

An ideal role for an experienced People & Culture or HR Officer who is driven to get the job done using collaboration across the organisation, and make an impact working with community managers and the senior leadership team to make Keychange an even better place to work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures in compliance with UK employment law and best practices.
• Oversee the recruitment and selection process, including job postings, candidate screening, and interviews.
• Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires and departing staff members.
• Manage employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
• Communicate the employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure data confidentiality and compliance with GDPR regulations.
• Collaborate with managers to identify staffing needs and develop workforce planning strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate HR metrics, such as turnover rates, employee engagement scores, and diversity metrics, to identify areas for improvement and inform decision-making.
• Stay informed about current HR trends and best practices and make recommendations for continuous improvement.

This role is 0.5-0.6 FTE with options for flexible and hybrid working.  Working hours will be discussed with the successful candidate to ensure a mutually beneficial working pattern

Keychange is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

Warehouse Manager

Nechells, Birmingham, B7 5QT

Salary: £27000 per annum

Location: Birmingham, B7 5QT

Hours: Full Time 37.5 per week

Benefits: 25 days holiday, pro-rata, 5.5% Employer Pension Contribution including Life Cover, Occupational Sick Pay Benefits & Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Leave and Pay, plus more

Reporting to: Regional Warehouse Operations Manager

FareShare Midlands is the region’s largest food redistribution charity, fighting food poverty and hunger by tackling waste. We source good quality food that is surplus to requirements from the food industry. An army of volunteers help redistribute this food to over 500 frontline charities and community groups such as school breakfast clubs, community centres and organisations supporting those who are homeless, unemployed, socially isolated and recovering from addiction. These organisations provide meals and food parcels to over 67,000 vulnerable people every week.   We also support people through our Employability programmes, enabling them to learn skills and find rewarding work – some for the first time.  

Hunger is a growing issue in the UK and while there is surplus food that is otherwise going to waste, we believe that this food should be used to feed people first.

The Role

FareShare Midlands is a high-profile charity with stakeholders from varying sectors not least over 500 companies in the food industry and FareShare UK.  You will work towards, and achieve, a best-in-class in operation not accepting standards or a service that falls short of this.

As the senior person on site, you will be the key point of contact for operations, logistics and stock allocation for your region. You will be responsible for all compliance issues including food hygiene, health & safety and security of the depot and the safety and wellbeing of all visitors, contractors, depot staff and volunteers.

The main role will be to lead the successful day to day operations and ensure the ongoing success of the FareShare Midlands Regional Centres. This will involve working closely with staff and volunteers to ensure that all activities, including operational and order processing are completed to the agreed standard & daily timetable.

With colleagues in the Supply chain & Development functions, you will help develop new operational/logistic activity and lead on the implementation of growth of your RCs activity, capacity and output.

You will report to the Regional Warehouse Operations Manager and will be a key member of the Operations team across the Midlands region. You will identify and share good practise within and outside the Midlands, working closely with colleagues in the other regional centres.

In agreement with the Regional Warehouse Operations Manager, you will set out relevant Ops KPIs and targets and will join daily calls and weekly meetings to discuss and help resolve issues across the Midlands region, working as ‘one team’ with colleagues from other functions and regions.

Opening times:

Over the week the depot will be open for the hours required, with staff working 37.5 hours per week which may include working in evenings and weekends on a rota basis if the performance and growth of the region requires it. You will work with the Regional Operations Manager to implement the shift patterns required to provide the service to our members and communities.

Main responsibilities

Job responsibilities will prioritise but not be limited to:

1. Operations:

· Co-ordinate the work schedule and daily activities of the depot, within the guidelines of FareShare Midlands policies and procedures on food safety and Health & Safety

· Be responsible for the supervision, development, and training of all staff & volunteers

· Ensure that all shifts are efficiently planned, controlled, and resourced at least a week in advance.

· Maintain and use the in-house stock management system, with responsibility for the training of depot staff and volunteers on the database and accuracy of stock.  Maintain good relations and communications with food suppliers and community member recipient projects, responding to any complaints or service issues with pace and courtesy as set out in our Service Charter

· Ensure that the vans are maintained as roadworthy and legal (taxed and insured)

· Ensure that community food members in your region receive a service, supply and variety of food that is expected / agreed, working closely with the Development Manager to flag potential issues with supply and/or service

2. Health & Safety, Food Hygiene & Equal Opportunities:

· Be responsible for the Health & Safety and security of the operation, including warehouse, vehicles, staff, visitors, and volunteers

·  To support health and safety advisor in carrying out risk assessments

· Ensure compliance with all FareShare policies and procedures and industry standards as required by food donors and regulators, and maintain gold standard at audit level

· Ensure the service is delivered in accordance with FareShare Equal Opportunities Policy and maintain the values and culture of the FS Midlands operation.

3. Human Resources

· Lead & develop your direct reports on a day-to-day basis, ensuring that all are aware of their responsibilities and have the resources, capacity and capability to carry them out

· Be responsible for warehouse staff personal development reviews, regular 1-2-1 meetings and support as required

· Work with the Volunteer co-ordinator to recruit and train the right volunteers and other work placement trainees within the project

· Work alongside the volunteer team to ensure a complete and Up To Date rota is available – supervising volunteers should also be included on the JD

4. Key Performance Indicators and financial responsibilities

o Cost control

o H&S – accidents and near misses

o Service level & complaints

o Food safety standards and audit scores

o Waste and conversion rate

General

Person Specification - Skills, Qualities & Experience

Essential

· Established (minimum 3 years) warehousing knowledge including managing Staff and Rota’s.

· Depot management experience, managing stock control, payment reconciliation and putting all required warehouse processes in place.

· Stock management of perishable goods, putting processes and checks in place from goods in to goods out, creating stock count processes, managing stock rotation.

· Line management experience, including projects and associated budgets to time, to cost and to quality.

· Commercial experience; managing budgets, identifying cost savings, revenue generation and meeting KPI targets.

· Familiarity with and experience of working in CI or Lean culture including leading on review and improvement processes.

· Experience of developing and implementation of performance management systems for service delivery including monitoring and evaluation.

· Understanding of the voluntary and community sector and volunteering.

· Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal with people at all levels building successful and productive relationships, both internally and externally.

· Facilitation, networking and group work skills and the ability to work successfully with groups of different sizes and backgrounds.

· Working within diverse communities such as urban, suburban, small towns and / or rural and with a wide variety of voluntary and community sector organisations.

· Enthusiastic and self-motivated with excellent team-working and team building skills.

· Ability to use own initiative, working independently when required.

· Good time management with ability to manage workloads, set priorities and meet deadlines.

· Demonstrable IT literacy, in particular of using Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

· Encouraging and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the delivery of services and experience of working effectively with people from a range of backgrounds.

· Evidence of continual self-development of knowledge and skills.                                                                 

Desirable

 · Some experience of financial management, including control over budget setting and performance management

· Relevant experience of working in the food industry, probably in a retail operations management or production management resulting in a strong understanding of all the core areas around operations, food safety, health and safety and good business practice.

· Relationship management and partnership working with senior stakeholders across multiple sectors.

· Transferable experience that demonstrates a high likelihood to fit into the management culture of a medium sized voluntary sector organisation that is underpinned by the organisation’s values.

· Volunteering Experience & Experience of Managing Volunteers

Values and behaviours 

· A commitment to Equal Opportunities

· An appreciation of FareShare Midlands’ mission and vision

· Flexibility of approach and ability to work in a team

· Proven ability to develop and maintain good working relations, with both internal and external audiences

How to Apply:

If you would like to apply for this role, please create a supporting statement to demonstrate your suitability and to explain your interest in both the job and FareShare Midlands. Please send your supporting statement with a copy of your CV.

We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds as they are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands. 

Closing date for receipt of applications is 27th May 2024. 

Nottingham Mencap prides itself in offering sector leading services, that fulfil a local need and offer opportunities for the people we support to learn, grow, socialise and have fun.

We are excited to be recruiting for a newly created role of Service Manager for Children and Young Adults to significantly grow the provision we have for 5 - 25 year olds.

We offer a range of services for children as young as 5, up to and through transitioning into adult services. You will be working alongside the Adult services and Development Manager to ensure joined up working.

Along with the daily management of staff, you will have a strategic overview of the services and have the ability to work with those involved to make changes to meet local need, which will include the development of new services.

A key element of this role is to work closely with parents, carers, and educational settings, so good communication skills are a must. If you have experience working in an SEN setting, have understanding of Ofsted/ CQC and management/ development skills please do get in touch.

Main purpose of job:

• Responsible for the efficient and safe provision of individual and group support for children and young people.
• Development of significant new provision to meet current and future need. This will include the provision of ‘alternative education’, after school/evening activities and increased capacity of weekend services.
• Collaboration with the Adult Service (Development) Manager to enable seamless transition across services.
• Development of strong links with potential referrers/commissioners and partners. To ensure Nottingham Mencap becomes a relevant provider of choice of a wide range of children’s services across the county.

Location: Nottingham may be required to work across more than one site.

 Main tasks of job:

1. Operational management of current and future group activities for children and young people. Ensure they are appropriately staffed, meet needs and of a high standard within a safe and healthy environment.

2. Support to, and supervision of, the Short Breaks Co-ordinators to deliver well-managed and expanding services.

3. Development of new services/groups, changes to current activities, and the stopping of those no longer viable. These will include the provision of ‘alternative education’, after school/evening activities and increase in capacity of weekend services.

4. Financial/budget management of new and existing services including identifying and securing new sources of income.

5. Ensure demonstrable quality outcomes are developed for those who attend.

6. Joint responsibility (with the Adult Services Manager) to ensure our services are integrated and seamless and champion the needs of young people transitioning into adulthood.

7. Create a positive and motivational environment which allows the staff team, and the young people we support, to thrive.

8. Focus on each individual’s potential and making a positive difference to young people’s lives, ensuring they progress towards achieving their aspirations.

9. Embrace a culture of change and improvement. Instigate measures to improve access and quality. Maintain a focus on increasing the number and diversity of people who attend our services.

10. Develop and maintain quality/performance matrixes to satisfy internal and external scrutiny. Ensure adherence to standards required by the CQC and Ofsted.

11. Ensure all staff are offered appropriate training and that staff are trained to carry out their respective roles.

12. Recruitment, employment, supervision, and appraisals of staff team. Proactive management of annual leave, sickness, absence, and other personnel related issues.

13. Work alongside Finance and the Admin team to ensure systems accurately track financial and activity data. Ensure services are delivered within budget and relevant documentation is completed for the production of reports for internal and external inspection.

14. Ensure group environments are sensitive to individual needs and relevant assessments (including risk) have been undertaken and communicated to all relevant workers.

15. Ensure effective communication with others, including referrers, social workers, keyworkers, and carers. Establish effective feedback mechanisms with children, young people, and their families. Ensure the development of positive relationships with parents/carers is enshrined within our values and processes.

16. Proactively liaise with current and potential future commissioners/funders. Ensure availability of high quality and personally tailored services to address the personalisation agenda and attract those seeking a range of support options via personal budgets.

17. Robust implementation of policies and procedures adopted by Nottingham Mencap

18. Participation in relevant activities and meetings across the organisation. Act as a fully participative member of the senior management team.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation. This draft job description will be reviewed and amended, as appropriate, with a full review at six months following successful recruitment to the post.

Digital Platforms Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Digital Platforms Manager with strong CMS experience to join one of the largest, award winning organisations within the charity sector. You will take lead and manage digital platforms to aid in supporting users!

As the Digital Platforms Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead on a website redesign project as well as be manage and offer enhancements for the organisation’s website. The Digital Platforms Manager will also have the opportunity to shape ideas and proposals as well as the overall development of the Digital function!

Skills required for the Digital Platforms Manager:

• Strong understanding of CMS (WordPress desirable)
• Understanding of UX
• Strong stakeholder management
• Understanding of backlog and tickets

Digital Platforms Manager / CMS / Website / Digital Product / UX

You will benefit from a very flexible hybrid working environment, including the ability to work from home.

Location: London (Flexibility Encouraged)

Salary: £45,000 - £46,000 + Excellent benefits

Apply now for immediately consideration regarding this excellent opportunity!
Understanding Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy.

We have a very exciting opportunity for anyone who enjoys working on the front-line of patient support in the Wirral and Liverpool area. 

This role will deliver Kidney Care UK’s Patient Support and Advocacy service in Liverpool and the Wirral region. This varied role deals with every aspect of a patient’s life that supports better outcomes: welfare benefits, practical, emotional and social support. As well as directly supporting patients, you will raise awareness of the wide range of local and national resources available to kidney patients, and build strong relationships with kidney patients, professionals, and other stakeholder groups in the region. 

Based at home (laptop and mobile phone provided), you will be expected to travel independently across Liverpool and the Wirral area and manage your own caseload with the support of your line manager and other members of our national friendly, committed team.

We’ll provide the training, you’ll bring enthusiasm and your experience of working with chronically ill patients in a social, care or health role.

The role is a two-year contract initially. We can consider applications for a split role or job share, please indicate the hours you are seeking. Applications from those with experience of living with CKD in a personal or professional capacity are particularly welcome. 

Please apply through CharityJob with your CV and a covering letter outlining why you are perfect for this role. 

Who we are:

The Dalit Solidarity Network is a small human rights organisation working to eliminate caste-based discrimination in the UK and South Asia. Registering as an official charity in 2003, Dalit Solidarity Network UK continues to grow as an effective campaigning and advocacy organisation, working on the issue of caste discrimination in the UK and being an active player in the global movement.  Our major areas of work include documenting 'everyday casteism', building capacity of businesses to address caste-discrimination in overseas supply chains and UK operations and working with UK Higher Education Institutions to protect against caste-discrimination.

About the role:

We are seeking a part-time Office Administrator for 2 days/week, initially for one year with a possibility of renewal. The hours can be worked flexibly with prior agreement of the Director. Hybrid-working arrangements (from home and on site) will be considered.  

Main responsibilities:

Administration:

· Responsible for day-to-day administration and office management and providing secretarial assistance to the Director & diary management.

· Maintenance of files and records both physical and computerised system filing and computerised database systems and email lists.

· General office management including scheduling meetings, arranging travel, managing expenses, liaising for office management, ordering office supplies, etc.

· Organise and take minutes for key meetings – including quarterly Board meetings and AGM.

· Undertake such duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role as the Director may request.

Communication and Outreach:

· Maintain and update DSN-UK website and social media,  coordinate internal and external information-sharing and communication with stakeholders and network partners.

Finance and Accounts:

· Responsible for maintaining records of all financial transactions and reconciliation of all bank statements.

· Assist in the preparation of budgets for donor proposals to ensure all relevant costs are included and that the budget is accurate and comprehensive.

Person specification:

Essential:

• Experience of working in an office providing admin support, including the ability to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience of management of spread sheets for budgeting, financial analysis and reporting
• Good digital communications skills - including writing emails, newsletters, and drafting web copy, demonstrating good written and oral communications skills in English
• Knowledge and experience of mass email tools and systems
• Experience in taking formal minutes or notes
• Ability to carry out instructions quickly and accurately
• Good interpersonal skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work on own initiative and sometimes unsupervised
• Ability to work as a member of a very small team
• Ability to work to deadlines.

Desirable:

• Experience of updating, managing and maintaining a website and social media platforms
• Experience of working in the UK Voluntary Sector.

Benefits: The Office Administrator is entitled to 25 days annual leave (pro rata, not including bank holidays). Pension scheme with matched contributions of 5%. Hybrid and flexible working of 14 hours/week.

Location: Hybrid working with options for flexibility to work from home - the postholder will be expected to work from our central London office periodically, e.g. 1 day per 2 weeks. 

Interviews: Interviews will take place in the week commencing 1 July 2024.

How to apply: To apply, please send your CV and a supporting statement.  Candidates will be expected to provide proof of the right to work and reside in the UK. 

Prospectus are excited to be working exclusively with Action Syria to help them recruit for their first Head of Development. Action Syria (formerly Hands Up Foundation) is a small and innovative charity that funds health and education programmes in Syria and neighbouring countries. Hands Up Foundation was founded in 2012 and has raised millions for humanitarian aid in Syria and surrounding countries. To mark their commitment to helping Syrian people affected by conflict, displacement, and natural disaster, they changed their name from Hands Up Foundation to Action Syria in 2024.

This role is offered on a flexible permanent contract basis paying a salary between £40,000 to £50,000 per annum with flexible hybrid working arrangements at their Office in Shoreditch.

This newly created role will be part of the senior leadership team and lead the fundraising function at Action Syria. The post holder will work with the CEO and team to deliver their ambitious fundraising goals over the next three years with an aim to increase annual income to £1 million. They will also aim to expand and diversify their supporter base with emphasis on attracting new audiences and networks; gaining more multi-year grants from Trusts, Foundations and major donors; building regular giving; joint fundraising partnerships (e.g. commercial partnerships); and building on current relationships with peer organizations which have a particular interest in Syria.

They are looking for someone with demonstrable experience of developing fundraising strategies, networking, and delivering to large income targets. They are looking for a candidate with a demonstrable track record of securing six figure funds from multiple sources and confident of working at a senior level externally. The ideal candidate will have an Interest in the Middle East and Action Syria’s cause.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. If you have any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the process, then please contact Firas El Dib at Prospectus.

If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. Prospectus can advise and support on each part of the role and hopefully your application, so we look forward to hearing from you. 

In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will arrange for a meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to connecting with you soon.

An opportunity has arisen for a lead Support worker to work within our Sanctuary crisis intervention and prevention service, based in Fore Street in Enfield. We act as a short-term A&E and Emergency services alternative, providing support to individuals in the Enfield Borough aged 18+. 

This role is to provide leadership and support to the Sanctuary team on shift. The role will:

• Lead shifts during the week, providing support to team members via case management support, escalation, Health and Safety guidance
• Support the Sanctuary Manager to embed processes within the service, and ensure that these are carried out
• Work alongside the Manager and team to ensure that the service is operating to high quality standard.
• Provide support in times of emotional distress for clients. The support worker will provide a calm, supportive presence.

 The role will support clients through co-producing support plans with practical and therapeutic support offerings, as well as contributing to the development of a warm welcoming environment and ‘safe space’ to be.

This position would suit someone with a minimum of 2 years experience of working with people with mild, moderate and severe mental health issues. Ideally experience of supporting people experiencing suicidal ideation. Should have previous experience of supervising or managing staff.

Please see attached job description for further information on this position.

The Sanctuary Service runs Monday - Friday, 5pm-10pm and at weekdays, 12-5pm. We would require the successful applicant to be able to work 4 shifts (21 hours per week) covering these days/times.

This role will be based at our Enfield office is based at 275 Fore Street Enfield N9 0PD.

We have a very exciting opportunity for anyone who enjoys working on the front-line of patient support in the Manchester area. 

This role will deliver Kidney Care UK’s Patient Support and Advocacy service in and around Manchester. This varied role deals with every aspect of a patient’s life that supports better outcomes: welfare benefits, practical, emotional and social support. As well as directly supporting patients, you will raise awareness of the wide range of local and national resources available to kidney patients, and build strong relationships with kidney patients, professionals, and other stakeholder groups in the region. 

Based at home (laptop and mobile phone provided), you will be expected to travel independently across the Manchester area and manage your own caseload with the support of your line manager and other members of our national friendly, committed team.

We’ll provide the training, you’ll bring enthusiasm and your experience of working with chronically ill patients in a social, care or health role.

The role is a two-year contract initially. We can consider applications for a split role or job share, please indicate the hours you are seeking. Applications from those with experience of living with CKD in a personal or professional capacity are particularly welcome. 

Please apply through CharityJob with your CV and a covering letter outlining why you are perfect for this role. 

Job Description

Do you want to join a vibrant and growing charity group whose mission is to deliver positive change? Would you like to play an important role in supporting the organisation provide exciting learning opportunities that are tailored to people's needs?

Title: Projects & Events Coordinator

Reports to:  Senior Programme Administrator

Based: Remotely – however must be willing and able to travel as and when required to meetings and events.

Job Purpose: To organise the planning and implementation of Programmes & Events and maintain a high level of accuracy and detail throughout.

The role:
Arrhythmia Alliance Group is recruiting a Projects & Events Co-ordinator on a full-time, permanent, remote basis. Your skills will be essential in strengthening the charities profile through programmes and event planning and coordination.
You will support the organisation with its’ programme and events portfolio by developing healthy, professional, relationships at all levels. You will also showcase initiatives taken and their key impact in making a real difference in people's lives.

Main responsibilities:

- Plan, coordinate, attend and execute a range of charity programmes and events.

- Oversee all event logistics, including venue selection, contract negotiations, transportation, accommodation, and catering arrangements.

- Agenda and room allocations

- Liaise effectively with various vendors and service providers.

- Develop and manage budgets, providing financial reports and forecasts to senior management.

- Evaluate programme and event success through feedback collection and analysis, making necessary recommendations for improvements.

- Promote the organisation's brand image, values, and initiatives.
Ensure all events are compliant with relevant standards and other regulations.

- Diary management for all programmes and events

- Support in production of relevant presentations and be able to present on the Charity group whilst attending events online or in person.

- Take payments over the phone as and when required.

- Attend physical meetings and events as and when needed to provide support.

- Support the production of recording for Healthcare Professionals, patients and care givers for educational webinars & events using but not limited to Microsoft Teams or Zoom.

Essential requirements:

- Experience working with vendors and negotiating venue contracts.

- Excellent organisational and project management skills.

- Ability to manage budgets and financial planning for events.

- Ability to work under pressure and handle last-minute changes.

- Ability to engage with wide range of stakeholders including healthcare professionals, patients, caregivers, sponsors and exhibitors.

- Creative thinker and problem-solver.

Person specification:

- Educated to GCSE level (minimum).

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Advanced Knowledge in Microsoft Word and Excel.

- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage own workload.

- Can undertake a wide variety of tasks and multi-task with ease.

- Ability to work on own initiative.

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

- Can work flexibly, and as part of a team.

- Professional & methodical and thorough approach to work

- Friendly, professional, punctual and polite.

- Must hold a valid UK Driving Licence.