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We are looking for a brilliant, organised and proactive person, a qualified accountant, to join our small and committed team working closely with the chair of Trustees to promote the smooth running of the charity, its grant-making projects and remote office (finance, bookkeeping, HR and IT systems etc). The post is for an independent worker comfortable working remotely. The anticipated hours can be arranged to meet both the charity’s and your needs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About On Purpose
We develop leaders who will help transform our economy – putting purpose before profit to create a system that is equitable and regenerative. Working here puts you at the heart of an inspirational mix of people and organisations working to create positive change. You will create impact by shaping leaders who will have a transformative effect on the economy, and expose you to significant learning and development opportunities for yourself.
Our Associate Programme will celebrate its fifteenth year in 2025. Running twice a year, the year-long programme works with a select group of high-potential career changers from a range of professional backgrounds, matching them to work with purpose-led organisations, and supporting them through inspiring learning and development.
On Purpose operates as a social enterprise. We are a member of Social Enterprise UK, a founding UK B Corp, and a London Living Wage employer. We are based in London, near London Bridge. We also have offices in Paris and Berlin.
Our values are that we:
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Choose optimism - we believe in a better future and that everyone has a part to play in making it happen
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Learn together - magic happens when we welcome diversity and learn together
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Step up - we take action in the interest of the whole
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Engage our head and heart - we are proud to be strong problem solvers, we are more proud to be a caring community
Act with integrity - we walk our talk and live up to our responsibilities
Scope of role
The Head of Programme & Organisational Development is also one of two Co-Leads of On Purpose London. As such, they are jointly responsible for the London Associate Programme in partnership with the Co-Lead of On Purpose London who focuses on Business Development & Community. We find this co-leadership model offers a useful balance of mutual support and challenge, role-modelling how we believe leadership should operate.
You would be part of our cross-organisational leadership team of six city leads and the CEO. This group is a source of valuable peer support and a forum in which to collaborate, coordinate and learn together, through which you will contribute to strategy and organisational development and lead and support specific cross-city improvement initiatives.
Whilst this role focuses on the On Purpose London programme delivery and organisational development, it is a collaborative role with shared responsibility for all of the London team and operations.
This role has the following primary responsibilities, which can be reviewed and shaped around the strengths of the successful candidate:
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Motivate and empower the London team and foster a healthy team culture - Set vision and strategy for On Purpose London alongside the co-lead and in collaboration with the International CEO and other Cities. Work together to shape a strong team culture which supports self development, collaboration, appreciation and trust. Work with the international team, the co-leads of other Cities and the board to share and develop best practice and the organisation’s direction.
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Ensure the health and sustainability of an impactful London Associate Programme - Work together with other City Leads and the international team to monitor, measure and improve the programme’s financial sustainability and impact, with a focus on overseeing London’s finances.
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Improve ways of working to enable the team to embrace change and innovation - Develop and implement processes, practices, systems, and techniques to help strengthen performance and streamline operations. Foster a team culture which values flexibility, continuous learning, and openness to new ideas.
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Support the development of Associates into impactful systems change leaders - Responsible for the overall quality of the Associate journey, envisioning and improving the Associate experience, and managing key moments including matching, induction and residential. Support Programme Delivery Manager in designing, planning and facilitating the training syllabus.
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Build engagement with our wider ecosystem of trainers, mentors & coaches - Ensure the recruitment, onboarding, matching and ongoing management of coaches and mentors throughout the year to support Associates’ growth and development.
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Lead the recruitment of high-calibre Associates from a diverse range of backgrounds - Oversee a rigorous assessment and selection process including scoring applications, training interviewers, interviewing candidates and managing the pipeline of potential candidates before and after offers.
Skills profile
This role requires the following:
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A strong sense of purpose, integrity and alignment with the On Purpose vision and values. Interested in thinking about how change happens, what purposeful leadership looks like and how significant, systemic impact can be created.
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Confident and competent training and facilitating open forms of learning within groups of up to 40 mid-career professionals
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The ability to collaborate, facilitate collaboration, and manage teams. Helping team members as well as Associates grow
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Able to think in a strategic, structured manner, with excellent prioritisation and a solutions-oriented mindset
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Skilled at building trusting relationships quickly, adapting to different styles and preferences
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Comfortable with giving and receiving feedback, and able to have difficult conversations
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Comfortable navigating change and uncertainty
We are a community that welcomes diversity in all forms, from a wide variety of professional and personal backgrounds. We encourage applications from anyone who’s passionate about purpose-led work.
Remuneration, benefits and holidays
We care about everyone we work with and have high aspirations for what we all get out of working at On Purpose. We want our time working together to be challenging and rewarding as well as fun and enjoyable.
This is a full-time position with a salary of £50,000.
Other benefits include:
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The chance to work at a genuinely purpose-first organisation, that strives to drive a fundamental shift to an economy that serves the wellbeing of all.
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A trusting, collaborative and flexible working environment
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A pension scheme with a 5% employer’s contribution plus further matched contributions up to 10%
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A £750 personalised learning budget to help you grow and develop, access to the rolling-programme of top-quality events and training we offer to our Associates and wider community
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The opportunity to volunteer with causes you care about
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Organisation-wide offsites with team members from across our London, Paris and Berlin offices
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We work flexibly, with some time in the office together and some time at home.
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Ill-health income protection insurance
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A 25 day holiday allowance, plus UK bank holidays, your birthday and the days between Christmas and New Year!
Applications
- To apply, please visit the link below where you will be asked a few questions about your suitability for the role, upload your CV, and share your contact details.
- The deadline for applications is 9am on 8th July 2024.
- If you are successful, you will be invited to a first-round interview in London on the week commencing 15th July, with the final round interviews on the week commencing 22nd July in London.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Please note that this is a fixed-term contract for 8 months, starting September 2024
Location: Flexible with some paid travel to London (if based outside of London)
A little bit about the role
We seek a graduate with excellent communication skills for our Recruitment team. You must be able to manage data, multitask, and adapt to dynamic environments. Enhance Frontline’s social worker training selection process with autonomy and a commitment to continuous improvement.
The Recruitment team is responsible for sourcing, selecting and hiring for 500 places for Approach Social Work (previously known as the Frontline programme) in local authorities across England.
We think the internship at Frontline is unlike other internships. You’ll be given plenty of opportunity to develop key skills for your future career, while also holding a core role within the team. You will be joining us at our busiest time and so will have day to day coordinator responsibilities throughout the year. This makes it a great first step into your career as you’ll have real practical examples to take forward. You will work with the Selection Manager and Selection Officers to ensure the delivery of a highly effective and efficient recruitment process and to ensure the candidate experience is positive throughout.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Facilitate at Approach Social Work assessment centres, supporting assessors and sharing responsibility for ensuring days run smoothly and consistently
- Manage the logistics involved in planning and delivering over 40 assessment centre days (e.g. responding to candidate queries, monitoring candidate sign up, scheduling assessors)
- Act as first point of contact for candidates experiencing technical difficulties with IT systems used as part of selection process.
A little bit about you
The role would suit a recent graduate with experience in event planning, logistics coordination, or customer service. We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented and excels at managing multiple tasks and priorities. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator who can support candidates through the selection process, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure smooth operations at assessment centers.
We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own.
If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.
We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!
Chief Executive Officer
Repton Community Trust
35 hrs per week (Hybrid working)
Salary £39,000-£42,000
Are you a dynamic, resourceful and impact driven leader looking to make a difference in the Borough of Ashford and Rural Rother? Do you also have the commercial acumen to lead a thriving community centre and the community development experience to understand what matters to people and design impactful programmes lead by community members.
Repton Community Trust is an innovative and growing enterprise. Our vision is to ‘Put the Heart in Communities’. We are a leading provider of projects to address food insecurity in the area. Since our launch over six years ago we have built strong and deep relationships across Ashford and more recently have grown some services into East Sussex.
We are looking for an inspirational person to lead our established team of staff and volunteers, to springboard from the amazing foundations already in place and take Repton Community Trust on the next stage of its successful journey.
Our successful candidate will be highly motivated, passionate about working with communities and equally comfortable negotiating with senior stakeholders as rolling up their sleeves and running community events. They will have a proven track record in securing grant funding from a range of sources and managing the high-quality delivery of multiple grant funded programmes.
We are an ambitious organisation and have big plans for the future. We have beautiful facilities in a thriving community and established, credible relationships with communities and key stakeholders.
If you feel that this role is for you, we would love to hear from you.
Who are Repton Community Trust
·Our thriving community centre has had more than 100,000 visitors since we opened in 2018.
·We opened Kent’s first community fridge in 2019.
·Our innovative Peoples Pantry and 24-hour food lockers supported thousands of people during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020/21.
·We opened our first community shop (social supermarket) in 2022.
·We expanded our services to include a mobile shop reaching rural communities in Ashford and Rural Rother in 2023.
·We rescue on average 0.75 tonnes of food per month in 2024.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About First Step Trust (FST)
FST was established in 1994 with the aim of providing access to work experience and salaried employment for people with severe and enduring mental health problems and other disadvantages. Over the years we have managed to adapt our service offer to meet the ongoing changes in funder requirements. We have achieved this by extending our offer to a wider group of long term unemployed people to include a range of practical work and office based work and good quality training courses.
Our approach is about giving workforce members the chance to overcome some of the difficulties facing them by getting them involved as colleagues. We provide ‘on the job’ training, advice and support to enable each person to improve their basic skills and knowledge of the various work undertaken. This will include supporting workforce members to gain recognised qualifications and access to work placements with our customers and other organisations.
In the run up to the pandemic we had 4 garages and Abbevilles. During the pandemic we lost 3 garages due to the loss of trade (Salford), the ending of a lease (Lambeth) and an agreed early termination of the lease in Bexley. We also lost funding for the Lambeth project March 2023 when our contract came to an end.
In addition to the pandemic, funders have increasingly been looking for projects that get people into work and then offer support to help them stay in employment. The Individual Placement and Support (IPS) is the preferred model for most funders.
Whilst IPS has it benefits it is not suitable for the group of people FST works with due to the levels of literacy / numeracy, low self-esteem, low self-confidence and other factors including low level or no formal marketable skills to offer employers. The majority of the FST workforce have been unemployed anywhere from 5 to 10 years or more; 44% have never worked. We also know that most find it difficult to engage with more traditional forms of learning e.g. college, when they first join us. Prior to joining FST 55% of workforce members had achieved Level 1/Foundation or below (41% have none).
In practice this means that IPS is not suitable for them as the type of work they are eligible for (shelf stacking, warehouse work etc.) does not pay enough to make the transition from welfare benefits viable. Furthermore there is a genuine concern about not being able to return to the same level of benefits if they are unable to stay in work.
The welfare benefit trap is well known and our response has been to focus on developing people’s marketable skills across a range of practical and office / finance work.
In practice it can take 2 to 3 years or more to help people overcome the issues they face in learning new skills and overcoming the psychosocial issues alongside the fear of losing welfare benefits. The results of this approach, however, are impressive with a core group of people moving (sustainably) on to salaried employment with FST or externally.
In more recent years we have shifted our focus to developing new ways of learning and accreditation using technology including Virtual Reality (VR) QR codes and other assistive technologies (SMaRT Pathways). These programmes are aimed at helping the FST workforce gain the skills they need to access well paid employment in sectors where there are severe skills shortages e.g. the automotive trades, construction and catering.
In addition to SMaRT Pathways there is FST’s SMaRT garage services. Our social enterprise based in Woolwich which provides MOT testing, vehicle repair and servicing to both private and commercial customers. It also provides learning opportunities and work placements for workforce complementing SMaRT Pathways training. The garage also offers opportunities to gain work skills in reception, customer service, parts ordering and other relative administration tasks.
FST’s main office, also based in Woolwich, offers work skill opportunities in finance, marketing, training and general administration in addition to delivering short course training programmes.
We also run 3 work projects in secure units in the North West offering work experience in catering, car valeting and delivering training courses.
About the role
The General Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of FST’s operations, including service delivery, human resources, outcomes governance and compliance, finance, and administrative functions.
Working closely with the CEO, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of our day-to-day operations across the organisation, while contributing to the strategic planning and growth of the organisation.
Working closely with the CEO you will lead the day-to-day internal operations and business activities to ensure the smooth running of FST. You will act as a strong team leader, who motivates and inspires a small team, fostering and supporting the CEO to champion a positive organisational culture.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for someone with sound experience in a range of management roles including direct line management and senior management. FST is poised to grow and as we develop our capacity it is likely things will change and develop organically. As such the General Manager will need to be flexible in their approach to overseeing this part of our growth.
Whilst you don’t have to be an HR professional/expert or be qualified, we are looking for someone who has experience of managing staff in a supportive environment. This means that you will have some understanding of managing staff within an HR framework, finance and budgeting, team dynamics and the FST philosophy
We need someone who can demonstrate the ability to oversee the successful delivery of our services, both via funding contracts and our trading activities. You will also be involved in sourcing new business and the expansion of our existing customer base.
You will come with flexibility and adaptability to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities faced by a small organisation. Whilst this is a strategic role there will be times when the situation demands direct action. This is particularly relevant when developing and supporting the people who use our services (workforce) to develop their skills, confidence and work ethic.
You will be a strong, hands on line manager with the experience to make things happen, along with the ability to think strategically with a track record of taking a project from inception to conclusion.
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Oversight and management of day to day operations of all FST activities including staff management and support, budgetary management, health and safety, training and development of the workforce.
- Under the direction of the CEO, implement FST strategies, plans and processes.
- Manage and monitor finances, analysing income and expenditure against project budgets and produce reports as required.
- Ensure our social enterprises are commercially viable without compromising on the values underpinning FST.
- Ensure services are delivered in line with service delivery agreements and in line with FST’s vision and philosophy
- Developing and maintaining good relations with local community organisations, funders and referring agencies.
- Managing and monitoring outcomes to ensure funding contract requirements are being met.
- Ensure FST is compliant with Health & Safety, GDPR and other relevant legislation
- Work in accordance within the limits and parameters as set out in FST’s policies and procedures, by the Board and CEO.
- Perform other tasks as reasonably required according to the needs of the project and FST.
Candidates will have:
- Demonstrable experience of all aspects of managing staff and operations, ideally within a smaller organisation.
- Experience of implementing strategies, policies and procedures.
- Awareness of the demands of operating within a trading environment where commercial standards are applied.
- Excellent administrative skills.
- Understanding of and commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion
- Demonstrable organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent knowledge of MS Office programmes, Internet Explorer and Social Media.
- Commitment to equal opportunities principles and practice.
- Understanding and commitment to the values, principles and approach of FST.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
BEO is an independent national Black civil rights and campaigning charity created to dismantle systemic racism in Britain, drive generational change and deliver better lived experiences for Black people across the country. We are ready for a generational shift and will strive tirelessly to dismantle systemic racism and make the UK a better, fairer country for Black people.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about driving forward anti racist change and who has developed similar frameworks. You will have strong EDI, anti-racist and intersectional experience of successfully influencing change to improve the experience of minority groups in an organisation.
This is a great opportunity for a driven and credible advocate of equality, diversity and inclusion, who has an understanding of equality and diversity legislation, HR policies, issues and good practice as well as what it takes to foster an inclusive culture and to play a key role in a highly respected national charity. The successful candidate will have experience of providing strategic operational advice and guidance on EDI to employers at all levels of their organisation. You may be working as a consultant in the space already or be an in-house specialist.
In return we offer flexible working, a generous employee benefits package, a friendly supportive team and the chance to be part of a charity focussed on dismantling systemic racism experienced by Black people in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Title: Head of Operations
Contract type: Fixed term, maternity cover (July 2024 – May 2025)
Hours: 0.8 FTE (4 days per week)
Salary: £46,400 (£58,000 FTE)
Reports to: CEO
Manages: Studio Managers (Bloomsbury & Deptford), Events and Venue Coordinator, Event Manager (freelance), Youth and Community Producer (freelance)
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
As a key member of the leadership team, the Head of Operations (HOO) plays a vital role in the development and delivery of Cockpit’s strategic plan, working closely with the Chief Executive. The HOO will ensure operational excellence, site optimisation in Bloomsbury and Deptford and lead on property strategy. The role encompasses oversight of the maker community, management of IT systems, leading on HR and responsibility for health and safety compliance.
This role would suit an entrepreneurial self-starter with demonstrable experience in property and building management, project management, budget and fiscal control, HR and team management. Knowledge of planning, business and charity financing, leasehold and landlord-tenant legislation is desirable. The role requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to exert influence and maintain critical relationships. It requires a keen focus on delivery and detail as well as the ability to retain big picture perspectives. Exemplary communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.
MAIN DUTIES:
1 PROPERTY AND BUILDING MANAGEMENT
Cockpit has two sites in Deptford and Bloomsbury. At each site, a Studio Manager has responsibility for the day-to-day running of the sites and liaison with makers. The Studio Managers will report to the HOO who will coordinate, plan and/or oversee all the practical management of the buildings including repairs and maintenance; alterations and refurbishments; space allocations and use of space; health and safety; tenant/maker welfare/support etc.
The HOO will manage the Studio complexes to ensure they meet the requirements of the charity and resident makers while ensuring commercial optimisation.
The HOO will ensure efficient use of space and consider charitable and commercial objectives when setting prices and rates to ensure a balanced outcome. The HOO is responsible for ensuring compliance on all aspects of Health and Safety, insurance and risk assessment.
The HOO is responsible for project managing all future real estate projects from inception to completion. They will ensure that sufficient resources, budgets and expertise are in place for such projects. The HOO will sit on Cockpit’s Property Committee.
2 LEASES, INSURANCE, LEGAL, RATES AND LA
With oversight from the CEO and Board, and relevant legal advice, the HOO will manage leasehold negotiations with Cockpit’s landlord, Camden Council. The HOO will report on such matters to the Property committee of the Board.
Working with the CEO, the HOO will manage licences issued to studio holders developing pricing structures and documentation that reflect Cockpits charitable aims and commercial objectives.
Working with the CEO, the HOO will set hire rates, rentals and other pricing related to Cockpits spaces and services in line with Cockpit’s charitable aims and commercial objectives. They will be responsible for issuing associated contracts and licences.
The HOO will oversee all insurance requirements and ensure that terms required are met. The HOO will oversee legal compliance issues in collaboration with the CEO and as directed.
The HOO will maintain good relationships with Local Authorities and be responsible for monitoring and overseeing all rates or other levies in relation to the buildings or the charity itself.
3 COMMERCIAL EVOLUTION AND PROJECTS
The HOO will take an active leadership role in developing and delivering commercial opportunities for the charity in line with its charitable objectives and the strategic plan. The HOO will lead on the strategy for development of space and venue hire, tours, better utilisation of space, and AV studio hire. The HOO will evaluate commercial opportunities/risks and will manage the delivery and ultimate running of such spaces.
The HOO will also oversee the successful delivery and oversight of the cafe operator in Deptford.
4 LIVE EVENTS
The HOO will actively contribute to the creative development of Cockpit events, including but not limited to Open Studios. They will be responsible for the operational planning and timely delivery of the events including budget management. The Event Manager and Events Coordinator will report into the HOO on all relevant events.
The HOO will be responsible for ensuring there is clear post event reporting from all departments, and that this is tracked year on year to ensure it informs future strategy, budgets and investment.
5 YOUTH AND COMMUNITY
Working with the CEO, HOO is responsible for overseeing Cockpit’s Youth and Community activities. They will be responsible for the recruitment and management of the producer, as well as overseeing budgets. The HOO will oversee the programming of any Youth & Community activities across the year and ensure these are aligned to the charities objectives and are properly funded. They will work closely with the Head of Development and Youth and Community Producer to ensure Cockpit targets the correct funding bids and works with the correct partners to deliver impactful programmes in a cost-effective manner.
6 IT and DATA MANAGEMENT
The HOO is responsible for managing Cockpit’s external IT consultant to ensure that all hardware and software bought and used by the charity is up-to-date, efficient, cost effective, secure and suitable for the charity’s activities.
The HOO is responsible for overseeing all software and digital upgrades including but not limited to the charity’s CRM, cloud-based services and future automation.
7 DATA AND GDPR
The HOO will play a central role in the planning and correct implementation of any data programme for Cockpit. This will be in close collaboration with the Head of Marketing and Digital and the CEO.
The HOO is responsible for GDPR for Cockpit and will take on responsibility for compliance and other copyright or legal practices in relation to safe data management, firewall implementation, working closely with the Head of Marketing and Digital on these matters.
8 COMPLIANCE, RISK REGISTER, HANDBOOKS, HR
The HOO has line management responsibility for the Deptford and Bloomsbury Studio Managers, Events and Venue Coordinator, Event Manager, Youth and Community Producer and overall responsibility for Cockpit’s HR function.
The HOO will take responsibility for ensuring compliant staff practices in relation to up-to-date staff contracts, health and safety, maternity and all other relevant HR matters. In association with the CEO and Financial Controller, the HOO will manage and record annual leave.
The HOO will work with the Studio Managers to ensure good Maker welfare and be responsible for policies that result in positive outcomes in relation to the Cockpit community.
The HOO will liaise with the CEO and advise on risks in the HR area and will sit on the People Committee of Cockpit.
The HOO will evaluate when HR risk requires external advice and will agree any necessary actions with CEO.
The HOO will be responsible for the Staff Handbook, The Trustee Handbook, Maker Welcome Pack/Handbooks and all relevant compliance materials for updating and circulation, including all company policies.
Working with the CEO, the HOO will manage the Risk Register and update the Board in a timely manner on any pertinent and impending changes to that with the potential to impact the charity. The HOO will be a member of the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee (FARCo) of Cockpit.
The HOO will take on responsibility for recruitment practices and onboarding activities for new employees, contractors and trustees.
The HOO will oversee the performance review process, coordinate staff training and be responsible for the training budget.
9 DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
In conjunction with the CEO, the HOO will oversee and implement policies that foster and reflect the charity’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. This may include managing new and existing initiatives, updating policies and undertaking formal reviews. The HOO will champion Cockpit’s diversity objectives at the Board’s People Committee (PeCo).
10 COMMITTEES AND BOARD
The HOO will provide a support role to the CEO on preparation of Board papers and reports. The HOO will coordinate committee meeting dates and circulate them to the members appropriately, with administrative support. The HOO will oversee the minutes for all meetings, working with an external minute taker. The HOO may maintain activity lists and will work with the CEO and the Board of Trustees to ensure exceptional Governance.
11 CEO DEPUTISATION
The HOO will support the CEO as needed and may, on occasion, be asked to provide support to the Board of Trustees and the Chair.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential knowledge, skills and experience
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Substantial experience in a similar role with senior responsibility for all aspects of operations
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Sound expertise in property management and building management
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Excellent organisational skills including effective planning, prioritisation, risk management, and reporting
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Good financial management skills: budget setting, control, monitoring and resource management
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Events management skills and experience
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Experience of negotiating with, contracting and managing external suppliers to ensure high quality delivery
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High-level people management skills, experience of managing a team, and knowledge of sound HR practices
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Experience of working in a charity or social enterprise and working with a Board of Trustees
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
Desirable knowledge, skills and experience
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Knowledge or experience of craft, design, fashion and/or the wider creative industries
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Experience of building commercial or community/creative partnerships
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Experience or knowledge of fundraising
Essential qualities and attributes
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Demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
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Entrepreneurial and solution-focused, with the ability to approach issues both flexibly and with creativity
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First-class attention to detail and high standards of professional conduct
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Customer-focused, empathic approach, able to communicate and build professional relationships with a wide variety of people and to adapt delivery style as appropriate.
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Affinity with Cockpit’s mission and values as a leading UK social enterprise enabling creative people to succeed.
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Self-starter with an ability to work positively as part of a small team
Applications due by: Midnight, 30th June 2024
First Interviews (online): Tuesday 9th July 2024
Second Interviews (in-person): Monday 15th July 2024
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About us
We are an award-wining and fast-growing local charity with an established reputation for making a real difference in our community. We run Outside the Box, providing a wide range of opportunities for people with a learning disability and a CQC registered homecare company, Carers and Companions, providing home and community services for elderly people and those with disabilities, learning disabilities and health conditions.
We are a registered charity and social enterprise. We operate as a business, with a professional approach to delivering our mission of positively changing the lives of the people that we serve.
Since our establishment in 2013 we have achieved significant growth and a leading reputation as an innovative organisation. From small beginnings, we now have a turnover of c. £1 million, employ over 50 people, provide support to over 100 people each week and our community café has a large and loyal customer base. We continue to innovate and grow attracting new clients, customers, employees and community partnerships.
The charity was awarded the Social Investment Award 2021, run by Social Enterprise Yorkshire and Humber, with the judges commenting that we are:
“...a small but mighty organisation with so much passion and enthusiasm to make a real difference for their community”.
To support and help drive our continued development we now need to strengthen our central, ‘corporate’ services for the charity and its constituent business operations. These services span HR, finance, management information, compliance, systems and ICT, premises and administration together with project management as required. We have created a new role, Business Support Manager, to lead this step-up in our central services.
The role
The Business Support Manager will lead the development and delivery of best quality, highly responsive business support services helping to ensure administrative excellence, smart systems and processes and fully compliant operations across the organisation.
Working to the CEO and with the wider management team, the Business Support Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating central services for the charity. You will manage multiple administrative and business functions delivering great service to internal customers in areas spanning: core finance and performance management processes and systems; HR including staff recruitment, induction and workforce development; building and IT management; and quality, compliance and governance including overseeing policies, procedures and documentation. Developing and delivering more efficient, streamlined office operations and workflows for our central administration and operations support is a key focus for the role.
There is real scope, as we continue to grow, to develop both the job role and your own career progression.
About you
You will be highly organised, efficient and proactive and have:
· At least 3 years experience in a relevant business support/finance administration role
· Excellent financial and administrative skills including expert working knowledge of finance and accounting packages e.g. Quickbooks, Sage and processes e.g. invoicing, debt, monthly, quarterly and annual management finance and accounts, P&Ls
· Exceptional attention to detail
· Strong IT knowledge and capability
· Great analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills
· Understanding of best practice HR administration
· Line management experience
· Knowledge/understanding of corporate/charity governance desirable.
Please click on the 'Quick Apply' button to access the Application Pack and to submit your application.
We are open to this being a 4-day per week role for the right candidate.
Role description and purpose
The post-holder will be responsible for the successful leadership and management of CPA’s portfolio of programmes in line with the strategic direction set by the Council and Trustees. Reporting directly to the CEO, the post-holder will be a key member of the senior management team, leading the Programme/Project Management team and working with the Finance Manager, Communications Lead, Research Lead, Advisors and other key staff to develop and deliver CPA programmes across the Commonwealth and beyond. This will include strategic planning, project and team management, development of workplans and budgets, provision of leadership, good governance and oversight of all programme-related activities. This role will be responsible for engaging and working with external agencies, subject matter experts, and all relevant stakeholders to ensure the on-budget delivery of high-quality outputs across CPA’s portfolio of programmes. The post holder will also be required to work with other Leads and key staff across the organisation to scope and develop relationships with potential funders and support the creation of funding proposals for future programmes and workstreams, integrating their delivery into the overall programmes portfolio.
Key duties and responsibilities
Leadership and operational planning, management and oversight
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Collaborate with the Board, CEO and key staff to develop and advance the organisational strategic plan and goals and ensure programme areas align with strategic plan.
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Implement the strategic plan, integrating all aspects of the organisation’s work into programmes, including policy, advocacy, communications, product development, research and evaluation.
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Work with the CEO and senior management team, creating, maintaining, and/or overseeing systems and processes to ensure effective management of the daily operations of the programmes team and an organisational structure that supports the organisation’s goals.
Programme planning and management
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Oversee and lead the development and delivery of high-quality programmes, services and resources in line with users’ needs and the wider global health landscape, taking into consideration other relevant internal and external programmes, services and resources already available or under development.
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Lead and direct the appropriate use of programme resources including staffing and finances, ensuring programmes are delivered to budget in accordance to agreed KPIs and outcomes.
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Manage grant life cycles, from request to close. This entails supporting the writing of/reviewing applications, overseeing budgets, reviewing or producing relevant reports, and monitoring impact.
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Deepen existing relationships with donors, agencies, and stakeholders to enhance programme sustainability, engaging with key stakeholders to understand their needs and align programme offerings accordingly.
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Working with other key staff, and in alignment with the strategic priorities of the charity, support the identification and development of new partnerships and funding opportunities to expand the programme portfolio.
Human resources planning and management
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Leading the programmes team, including direct line management responsibility, regular one-to-ones, team meetings, pastoral support and appraisals.
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Determine human resource requirements for the management and delivery of programmes, services and resources; recruit, select and appoint appropriate staff according to need and funding availability.
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Ensure adherence to human resources policies, procedures and practices including the development of job descriptions for all staff.
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Establish and maintain good staff relationships and morale, ensuring a healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations.
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Identify and develop systems to support staff development and identify opportunities for staff development where possible.
Cross-team working and collaboration
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Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure that programmes, services and resources are effectively communicated/disseminated and evaluated.
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Use available data and information for evidence-based decision making, to continuously develop and improve programmes, services and resources.
External relationships, strategic partnerships and collaboration
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Advocate for and communicate the organisation’s vision, objectives, core programmes, services and resources to all relevant stakeholders, building strong partnerships that further the organisation’s profile and reputation.
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Attend and report at core organisational meetings, and relevant internal and external conferences and events, raising the profile of the CPA and gathering strategic insights relevant to the organisation’s programmes and wider vision and mission.
This list is a summary of the main duties and responsibilities of this role and is not exhaustive. From time to time, the post holder may be required to undertake other reasonable duties.
Person Specification
Essential .
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Significant programme leadership experience within the international development/global health context.
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Experience of working in a not-for-profit organisation/NGO.
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5 years plus programme management experience, including development and implementation of governance processes, financial and risk management.
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Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to devise, plan and execute work plans to budget within strict timelines to deliver objectives.
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Proven business development skills, with evidence of successful funding awards and/or product development in a growing organisation.
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Demonstrable experience of team working, with proven track record in managing, developing and motivating a team.
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Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, relationship building and influencing skills.
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Experience with managing funder and / or high level stakeholders relationship.
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Comfortable balancing competing demands and delivery of high-quality outputs in line with objectives and timelines.
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High-level English writing, speaking and presentation skills and the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas and information to various audiences and stakeholders
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Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
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Proficiency in online/digital systems (e.g. MSOffice, etc.) and comfortable in adopting new tools.
Desirable
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Qualification in Pharmacy and / or front-line experience of the healthcare workforce.
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Familiarity with antimicrobial resistance.
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Familiarity with the Commonwealth.
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Experience working with metrics and analytics.
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Project/programme management qualification.
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People management qualification.
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Global health/Public Health qualification.
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Proficiency in Monday dot com or similar project management tools.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking to appoint a Chief Executive Officer to lead our team of dedicated professionals in an ambitious strategy to grow and develop our services across the UK. Ideally the successful candidate will have some first-hand experience of neurodivergent children, combined with a knowledge of the education systems in place across the UK. Experience of fundraising within a membership organisation and a track record in the effective use of technology will also be very useful. This role will be supported by engaged Trustees, within an active community of families and schools, who recognise that the ability to empathise with young people with high learning potential and their families is at the heart of this role.
This vacancy has arisen as the result of the retirement of the current Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in Autumn 2024.
Potential Plus UK Job Description
Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Reporting to: Board of Trustees
Salary: £55,000 fulltime starting salary in a salary band rising to £70,000
Flexible working: Flexibility for working between our Milton Keynes office and home
Contract: Permanent, fulltime
As this role supervises staff who regularly work with children, it requires a criminal records check.
Main objectives of the role are to:
- help formulate and execute the agreed strategic objectives of the charity
- provide effective operational management of the charity
- maintain the financial viability and probity of the charity
- ensure high quality delivery of the charity’s services and products
- represent Potential Plus UK to key stakeholders
- attend meetings of the Board of Trustees and provide both written and oral reports.
Main responsibilities for all employees
- To keep up to date with statutory and best practice in safeguarding and child protection procedures, ensuring that all members of the charity’s community are aware of these, understand their roles and are confident to take action as needed.
- To liaise effectively with colleagues, parents, schools, colleges and young people to secure excellent outcomes and well-being for young people with high learning potential.
- To support and implement the strategic aims and all aspects of policies and procedures.
- To develop best practice in the provision for all high potential learners, including the disadvantaged and disengaged, those with dual or multiple exceptionalities, and English as an additional language, and children from minority groups.
- To model high standards of professional behaviours and attitudes at all times.
- To identify the professional learning needed to achieve excellent outcomes, and to monitor the impact to ensure you excel in the role.
Main responsibilities for the CEO
Strategy
- To collect and maintain information and evidence that contributes to the strategic planning of the charity.
- To work with the Board of Trustees (and other staff members and advisers as appropriate) to develop the strategic objectives and the strategic plan for the charity.
- To implement and periodically review the business plan and ensure all operational activities support the strategic objectives.
Management and Administration
- To motivate and develop the team of professional staff.
- To provide a structure of line management and support for all staff.
- To recruit and terminate staff in line with the charity’s policies and values.
- To oversee the work of contracted companies and individuals with the support of the Deputy CEO.
- To provide and promote structures for volunteers to support high learning potential.
Financial Management
- To manage the charity’s financial resources effectively, in line with the agreed annual budget.
- To maintain the charity’s compliance with financial bodies such as HMRC.
- To implement a robust income-generation strategy as agreed with the Board of Trustees
- To oversee the fundraising activities being implemented for the charity.
- To actively promote and ensure financial support for disadvantaged families to enable access to the charity’s services.
Quality of Services and Products
- To implement and oversee the development of high-quality services and products that are appropriate for the charity’s beneficiaries.
- To promote best practice and consistency of high quality in the delivery of all services and products.
- To ensure the charity keeps up-to-date with developments in education and wellbeing policy and practice and applies them to its own understanding and work.
Marketing and Advocacy
- To implement a coordinated marketing and social media strategy to increase awareness of high learning potential and the educational and wellbeing needs of the charity’s beneficiaries.
- To develop and promote understanding of high learning potential with a strong evidence base.
- To work collaboratively with other stakeholders to advocate for the rights and needs of young people with high learning potential.
- To be the prime contact with the media and be an advocate for the charity.
Governance
- To be accountable for the efficient, operational running of the charity.
- To ensure the charity’s compliance with legal requirements such as Companies House returns, GDPR, etc.
- To understand and adhere to the charity’s governance documents.
- To provide written and oral reports to the Board of Trustees at regular meetings.
- To respond to requests for information by the Board of Trustees in a timely fashion
- To support Trustees to maintain and regularly review the policies of the charity and to create and implement the accompanying operational procedures.
Monitoring and Evaluation
- To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the charity through qualitative and quantitative key performance indicators.
- To be responsible for the appraisal of staff performance and identification of any needs for professional learning and development.
Safeguarding
- To act as Senior Designated Safeguarding Lead for the charity.
- To coordinate with the Trustee with Responsibility for Safeguarding and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Leads as appropriate to ensure best practice in safeguarding throughout the organisation.
- To regularly interact with children and young people in support of the charity's strategic objectives
Any Other Duties
- To lead by example and be part of a dedicated team to implement the strategic objectives of the charity.
- To carry out any other reasonable duties as identified as part of the job.
Our mission is to discover young people’s potential, nurture their gifts and talents, and support them to succeed and thrive with confidence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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ALAG (Asperger London Area Group) has been a registered charity since 2015.
ALAG is a pan-London membership community organisation, supporting autistic adults without a learning disability. We work in partnership with statutory services and the voluntary sector to highlight the needs of autistic adults.
We are dedicated to seeking practical initiatives and solutions when supporting individuals to come to terms with their diagnosis and to providing the tailored support that is essential to their well-being. One such initiative is the Autism Hub which was established in 2018 in the London Boroughs of Islington and Camden.
The successful applicant will be responsible for providing sound, motivating leadership and creating a work atmosphere where our dedicated, talented team can thrive. You will be responsible for leading on delivering the charity's services, which includes managing and overseeing projects, policies and procedures within the organisation.
You will be working as part of a growing, busy, collaborative and motivated team and be able to adapt well to changing priorities. You will have oversight of a team of 10-12 people including contracted staff, volunteers and directly manage 3-5 members of the team.
You will work alongside the CEO, staff team, trustees and charity accountant in ensuring strong financial management of all projects. You will report to the CEO and Board of Trustees, attend quarterly board meetings and produce regular reports on the activities and outcomes to stakeholders.
The role will also involve evaluating the organisation’s processes and ensuring they are efficient and accessible, as well as ensuring we meet our Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). This will inform operational development and future strategies.
Person specification
Essential Criteria
- An understanding of autism and experience working with autistic adults without a learning disability
- Strong understanding of the duties of statutory services and key legislation that underpins the rights of autistic people
- Knowledge and practice of relevant legislation – Autism Act 2009 and National Strategy, Care Act 2014, Mental Health Act 1983, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Equalities Act 2010, GDPR 2018
- Experience developing and optimising support services for disabled people
- An understanding of the third sector and health and social care landscape in London
- Proven track record in an operational, managerial role within the third sector
- A strong leader and manager, with proven experience mentoring a staff and volunteer team, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities, and driving towards excellent outcomes
- Experience leading the delivery of high-quality services for charity beneficiaries
- Defining and delivering organisational goals, objectives, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational efficiency
- Ability to plan and manage budgets and contribute to decisions on the allocation of resources
- Developing infrastructure- policies, procedures, and processes within the developing service provision
- Provide strategic vision and leadership for the operations team, setting overall goals and objectives for team members
- Ensure robust implementation and efficiency within the agreed processes in conjunction with the operations team
- Monitor use of software and processes used in the organisation to ensure the effective management of data and client journey
- Knowledge of the voluntary sector, grants, monitoring processes
- Experience of producing monitoring reports using data, case studies, and user experience feedback
- Proven ability to effectively manage projects, ensuring key objectives, plans and activities are successfully delivered
- Proven ability to create a positive working environment in which diversity is celebrated, and staff are empowered and motivated to do their best
- A passion for creating inclusive cultures and using the social model of disability to build a more inclusive society
- A collaborative and team-oriented approach to working with colleagues, partners, and external organisations
- Lead on and support others to navigate member experiences including complaints
- Excellent levels of discretion and judgement as well as experience of dealing with sensitive information
- Experience of overseeing safeguarding procedures in line with the safeguarding policy and supporting the staff team and volunteers with the safeguarding process
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and proposals effectively
- A creative and innovative approach to problem solving, exploring new ideas and approaches to achieve organisational objectives
- A strong understanding of reasonable adjustments in the workplace
- Flexible approach to work and being hands-on to get the task done
- Able to ensure compliance with industry best practices and guidelines
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of being a Safeguarding Lead or willingness to take on these duties
- Experience in supporting an organisation to successfully apply for funding and managing multiple grants or willingness to learn
- Good understanding of HR matters and appropriate processes that need to be considered when managing a team of people- with the support of the HR Coordinator
General
- Willingness to undertake any other reasonable duties as may be required
- Eligibility to work in the UK
Please submit CV and Cover Letter outlining your experience relative to the job specifications
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As part of our ongoing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion work, we are continuing our journey towards building an RSPB where everyone can thrive.
Part-Time Race Equity Officer (Fixed-Term)
Reference: MAY20243780
Location: Flexible in UK
Salary: £26,379.00 - £28,319.00 Pro Rata
Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week
Contract: Fixed-term for 20 months
Benefits: Pension Scheme, Life Assurance Scheme, 26 days' Annual Leave
To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we know we need more people, and more diverse people, to act. Yet, people from ethnically diverse backgrounds are significantly underrepresented in UK conservation.
The Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Team is looking for a Race Equity Officer to co-ordinate and support organisational-wide race equity workstreams and specialist projects included in our Achieving Race Equity Taskforce.
What's the role about
This is a key role working alongside our Project Manager and Senior Race Equity specialist to shape our ways of working to be more inclusive. This will include coordinating activities, supporting taskforce members, researching, create content and training materials with support.
The role would suit somebody with strong organisational and communication skills with a background in race equity work who wants to apply these skills in the conservation sector, or someone with demonstrable coordination/administration skills and EDI knowledge and experience that wants to step into the race equity space.
Essential skills, knowledge and experience:
- Experience of coordinating and synchronising resources and people, in the delivery of anti-racist or EDI related activities and events.
- Awareness of the intersectional impact of protected characteristics, the Equality Act 2010 and barriers to people of colour, disabled people and people in other protected groups at work.
- Experience of generating ideas that relate to EDI topics, creating short written or visual content, making information accessible to different audiences as a blog, video, infographic or other content formats.
- Strong administration and organisational skills, including the ability to manage data or records, manage own time and prioritise, create basic project plans and meet agreed deadlines.
- Experience of Microsoft Teams, Outlook, and calendar or similar
- Strong IT skills across a range of software including knowledge or willingness to learn using SharePoint to a good standard.
- Experience of working with ethnically diverse groups or networks in a workplace or voluntary setting with a coproduction approach.
- Ability to recognise and communicate sensitive topics and consider how differences in background and experience might affect how this needs to be planned and delivered.
- Ability to work as part of a team to build trust and strong positive relationships with others, modelling compassion, active empathy and the values of the organisation.
Desirable skills, knowledge and experience:
- Experience of supporting behaviour change in large and complex settings.
- Experience of working with a Taskforce or group dedicated to achieving race equity or an EDI related area.
- Excellent knowledge of race equity/equality standards and policies, including best practises within the UK.
- Experience of responding to race equity/equality issues in the conservation sector.
Closing date: 23:59, Sunday, 23rd June 2024
We are looking to conduct interviews for this position from week commencing 15 July 2024.
We will be holding an optional online recruitment briefing session on the date below which is open to all prospective candidates and provides the opportunity to learn more about the role. Please click the link (available on our website) 5 minutes before the start time to attend, amending your name beforehand should you wish to remain anonymous:
Friday 14 June 2024 at 12 noon - 12.45pm
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
As part of this application process you will be asked to provide a copy of your CV and complete an application form including evidence on how you meet the skills, knowledge, and experience listed above.
We are committed to developing an inclusive and diverse RSPB, in which everyone feels supported, valued, and able to be their full selves. To achieve our vision of creating a world richer in nature, we need more people, and more diverse people, on nature’s side. People of colour and disabled people are currently underrepresented across the environment, climate, sustainability, and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we are particularly interested in receiving your application. Contact us to discuss any additional support you may need to complete your application.
The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.
No agencies please.
Are you committed to supporting transformative change in people's lives? Do you excel in a role that blends operational savvy with genuine people skills?
This is your chance to play a key part in a passionate team dedicated to ending economic abuse. Surviving Economic Abuse (SEA) is not just a workplace; it’s a community united by a shared mission—to ensure every victim-survivor of economic abuse can thrive free from fear and oppression.
We are seeking a People and Operations Officer who is both a strategic thinker and a practical doer, capable of supporting our internal team and enhancing our operational effectiveness. Your role will be crucial in implementing our ambitious 3-year strategy and ensuring our operations are resilient as we continue to grow in size and impact.
About You:
- You are a proactive individual with a proven track record in supporting team operations and enhancing workplace environments.
- You possess excellent organisational skills, capable of managing diverse tasks from administrative support to strategic operations development.
- Your communication skills are top-notch, enabling you to foster strong relationships both within the team and with our external partners.
- You are adept at using IT and digital tools to improve organisational efficiency and team connectivity.
- A strong advocate for workplace well-being, you are innovative in supporting team morale and professional development.
About the Role:
- You will support the Senior Operations Manager in day-to-day operational tasks and strategic project implementation.
- You will handle key 'People' functions such as recruitment, onboarding, and staff development, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience for new team members.
- Manage our digital tools and resources, including SharePoint and our internal CRM, enhancing our organisational efficiency.
- You will play a vital role in organising both virtual and in-person meetings and events, ensuring they are impactful and align with our strategic goals.
- Your role will also involve managing health and safety compliance, equipment procurement, and data protection, ensuring our operations support our remote working model effectively.
About Surviving Economic Abuse:
At Surviving Economic Abuse, we deal with one of society’s biggest issues. Last year, 5.5 million UK women reported that a current or former partner had controlled their economic resources – money and the things it can buy such as food, clothing, transportation, and housing. Through economic control, abusers limit women’s freedom, they steal their futures, and, in far too many cases, they take their lives. Yet too few people are aware of economic abuse – even those who experience it. We are the only UK charity dedicated to raising awareness of economic abuse and transforming responses to it. The speed and scale of our growth since 2017 are evidence of how much we are needed. We may be young, but we are already creating big waves.
What We Offer You:
- Remote working with occasional travel for team events
- Competitive salary
- 25 days of annual leave plus (pro rata) plus bank holidays
- 5 'Wellbeing Days' (pro rata)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Pension scheme, with 3% employer contribution.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work related concerns.
- Reflective practice
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive and innovative environment.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference and think you have the right skills and enthusiasm for the job, please apply via our website. Interviews will be held online week commencing Monday 1st July 2024.
Surviving Economic Abuse is committed to developing an inclusive team which reflects the diversity of the communities we support. Our culture celebrates diverse voices, and we particularly encourage applications from black and minoritised women and disabled applicants who are under represented at SEA.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for an expert who can bring their enthusiasm and knowledge of autistic learners to
join our team as our Aspirations Manager.
You will be an effective leader, with a teaching qualification (Adult or QTS), who can inspire staff and our learners on their pathways to greater independence.
This role is a vital member of the Senior Management Team supporting the Chief Executive to make
strategic decisions as well as contributing to the areas of Human Resources and Health and Safety to
ensure Red2Green runs effectively.
Who we are:
At Red2Green, we have a vision that everyone should be confident in their own ability, be part of a
community, enjoy their life, have the best possible access to independence, and, if they desire to,
should be able to work. We offer a range of opportunities to support and promote adults with
autism and/or learning disabilities in Cambridgeshire to learn new skills, enjoy lots of different
leisure activities, make new friends, gain confidence, and prepare themselves for employment
where possible. We also work to raise awareness of the potential of people with disabilities to make
a positive and valuable contribution to society.
Our Aspirations Service supports autistic clients to:
• gain maximum benefit from meaningful activities
• integrate with their peer group and encourage social inclusion
• increase independent living skills
• reach their targets and outcomes in accordance with their Educational Health Care Plan
(EHCP) and annual reviews
• feel supported in the workplace in regard to their autism
Key duties and responsibilities of the role:
• Leads the Aspirations Service in a way that reflects the overarching strategy of the
organisation via action plans, effective leadership of staff, sound communications and
personal example.
• Provides leadership and line management to Aspirations staff, including objective setting,
performance management and the appraisal process, delegating the process where
necessary and ensuring all Red2Green procedures for this are followed.
External
• Creates and oversees a personalised service for clients that reflects the wider landscape
within the county and the sector, with the intention that Red2Green and the Aspirations
Service is an industry leader for Autism Services.
• Oversees all Education Provision for those at Red2Green with an Education, Health and Care
Plan (EHCP).
• Organises, attends and takes a lead at EHCP reviews, writes EHCP offers and provides
professional reports when needed.
• Works as Deputy Designated Safeguard Lead (DDSL) alongside the Options Manager, and
Chief Executive.
• Builds professional relationships with other agencies, provisions and professionals.
• Builds good relationships with learners’ families/carers to make sure that they are involved
(as appropriate) in developing learners’ skills and abilities.
Person specification:
You will have:
• Experience with autistic individuals and a good understanding of the complexities that come
from having more than one diagnosis
• Experience of working with people with learning disabilities
• Experience of leading staff
• Knowledge and Understanding of Education Health Care Plans
• Understanding of safeguarding duty
• Qualification for teaching (adults or QTS)
Benefits:
• Red2Green is located in a beautiful rural environment, with free and ample parking
• We contribute 4% employer pension contributions
• Paid 20-minute break
• As a member of our support staff, you are provided with Red2Green T-shirts and hoodies
• Training is provided and undertaken during working hours
• We make staff wellbeing a priority, with 3 Mental Health First Aiders, and regular
supervision sessions with managers
It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the
successful candidate
We support and promote people aged 16+ in Cambridgeshire and the surrounding areas who are autistic and/or have learning disabilities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Senior Facilities Officer - Project Management
Salary Range: £34,362 - £40,089 per annum
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: St James’s Square, London SW1
Closing date: 8th July 2024 @ 9:00am
About The London Library
The London Library is one of the UK’s greatest literary institutions, providing a centre of creativity, inspiration, and ideas for 180 years. Well-known members and frequent borrowers have included Charles Dickens, Charles Darwin, George Eliot, Bram Stoker, Rebecca West, Virginia Woolf, Angela Carter, Daphne du Maurier, HG Wells, TS Eliot, Stanley Kubrick, and Ian Fleming. Current writers in membership include Kazuo Ishiguro, Raymond Antrobus, Simon Schama, Hallie Rubenhold, Tom Stoppard, Antonia Fraser, Jessie Burton, and Sarah Waters. Nearly all of its collection of around one million books can be borrowed, it offers a vast eLibrary and invaluable postal loans service. It is a home for everyone who loves the written word.
The Library is a registered charity and championed by its President, Helena Bonham Carter CBE.
About the role
The London Library is planning a major, multi-year building project and is looking for a Senior Facilities Officer - Project Management to work within the Buildings and Facilities Management team to help support and deliver the project.
As part of a small, hands-on team, this new role will also support the Library’s maintenance and improvement programmes, arranging contractor works and providing liaison with colleagues across the Library. The post reports to the Buildings & Facilities Manager. Some weekend and out of hours working will be required.
About you
You will hold an appropriate formal qualification within a relevant discipline, with previous experience of facilities project management, preferably in the charity, cultural or not-for-profit sector. A proven background in either FM or managing numerous refurbishments and maintenance projects is essential, along with experience of working in construction and maintenance environments, understanding and compliance of H&S law and construction regulations.
Experienced in managing budgets and project finance, the ability to build client and stakeholder relationships using exceptional inter-personal and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to achieving organisational goals on time, whilst working accurately and methodically, are all a must.
You are pleasant, approachable, welcoming, helpful, and responsive even under pressure, willing to turn a hand to whatever needs doing on occasion, with a flexible approach to working hours, including out of hours cover.
We are a friendly, hardworking team and a welcoming workplace. We aim to be as inclusive and equitable as possible and can discuss specific adjustments and access needs to help make this role fit for you.
If you are excited by the opportunity to use your skills to develop The London Library, we would love to hear from you. To apply please visit our website via the link and complete the online application form.
The Library welcomes applications from all sections of the community. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their merits and abilities for the post. Please note we are unable to consider candidates without a current right to work in the UK.