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In addition to your salary of £32,427, you will benefit from a competitive contributory DC Pension scheme arrangement, great holiday entitlement and numerous other employee benefits, including several salary sacrifice benefits:

• 25 days paid holiday, plus paid Bank Holidays, increasing to 27 days plus Bank Holidays after 3 years
• Home working status with ‘hub’ facilities available if a need to work outside of home – flexibility.
• Annual £200 personal learning & growth award to spend on any learning related activity – hobbies; aspirations etc. 
• Free access to specialist counselling on a range of issues – health; financial; lifestyle; well-being; domestic & neighbourly matters. 
• Access to a range of employee benefits including – store discounts; boating holiday discounts; holiday purchase scheme. 
• 2 days paid volunteering leave, volunteering for local community project work.

At the Trust we care passionately for our waterways, and as importantly, for those who look after and use them. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do as a Trust. We are striving to represent the diverse communities that we are a part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community.

All candidates will be treated on the basis of their merits, skills and abilities and solely by being assessed against the requirements for the job.

When you join the Canal & River Trust you become a member of an engaged team working to preserve our heritage for future generations. Come and share your passion and knowledge with a team that makes a difference to millions of people every day.

The National Homicide Service is a fast paced, specialist team funded directly by the Ministry of Justice to provide exceptional trauma informed practical and emotional support every day. We currently have an opportunity for a Caseworker to join our Remote Working Team. This role is home-based working 37.5 hours per week

This is a unique opportunity to support families and individuals bereaved by and eyewitness to murder and manslaughter.

What we offer:

At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid working
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays
• An extra day off for your birthday
• Pension with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments
• High Street, retail, holiday, entertainment & leisure discounts
• Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance
• Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support
• Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression

About the role:

The role of Homicide Caseworker is varied, demanding and rewarding; no two days are the same and you will thrive on this challenge. You will need to be extremely organised and able work independently and as well as being a pro-active, supportive member of a team open to developing your personal resilience.

You will work closely with the Major Crime Police Units, Senior Investigators and Family Liaison Officers, you will provide a pivotal role to support clients through the Criminal Justice System. You will provide support to families by phone and Zoom when their usual Homicide Caseworker is unavailable. You will complete needs assessments, and will coordinate and deliver a tailored package of support alongside our commissioned providers and other key stakeholders.

You will be driven to make a difference every day with the ability to focus on the needs of vulnerable service users. You will have resilience and adaptability; understand the importance of professional boundaries; have excellent listening skills and the ability to demonstrate empathy. You will enjoy the challenge of a busy caseload and will be able to demonstrate the excellent organisation skills essential to managing a demanding and diverse workload.

As a fully trained Homicide Family Caseworker you will be responsible for managing your own complex caseload to the highest quality standards. This role is part of our remote working team and so you will be home-based, however you will need to be able to travel to work meetings and to attend training as required.

You will need:

• Effective verbal & written communication skills
• Experience delivering services within a statutory, voluntary or multi agency setting
• Good organisational skills, able to prioritise effectively
• To work independently & as part of a team
• Ability to build relationships with both interenal & external stakeholders

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

About Us:

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.

Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need.

As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.

If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.

How to apply:

To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website, and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. Please give examples where appropriate, and show your aptitude for post. Please ensure you answer each shortlisting criteria including the need to drive and have your own mode of transport.

We looking forward to hearing from you.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.

Director of Delivery Infrastructure

Recruitment Agency Ref: 147380

Salary: Circa £120k
Location: Central London - 3 days per week on-site
Duration: Permanent

We are working with one of the world's leading research institutes to recruit for this brand-new position to join their senior leadership team. The postholder will have ultimate responsible for the delivery infrastructure for the institute and lead on unifying areas to create an effective operating model, maximising capabilities to support the institute's innovation goals. These areas currently include:

• Data Wrangling: Oversee data strategy and implementation, health data management, and promote diversity in data research.
• Programme Management Unit: Manage and deliver high-quality research projects, training, and knowledge exchange in data science and AI.
• Research Engineering Group: Support research through software engineering, data science, and computing.
• Tools, Practices, and Systems (TPS): Build accessible open-source infrastructure and promote best practices in data science and AI.
  

Responsibilities include:

• Developing and delivering the organisation's strategy, particularly in research and knowledge exchange
• Ensuring operational support for all research initiatives
• Advising on trends in data science, AI, and related technologies
• Supporting strategic research funding opportunities
• Transforming operations within the Science and Innovation infrastructure areas
• Managing and developing the Infrastructure Directors
• Overseeing strategic planning and financial analysis
• Promoting a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Participating in Executive Leadership Team activities and staff engagement initiatives

The successful candidate will have:

• Significant experience of leading complex operational support teams
• Demonstrable experience understanding and resolving research challenges, including developing and implementing funding strategies
• Experience implementing strategic organisational change
• Expertise in at least one of the following areas: computational infrastructure, data infrastructure, data standards, research/software engineering, or project management
• Background in research, higher education, science organisations, public funding, government or research-focused industry

To apply or for more information, please get in touch with Kirsty Mah on 020 7019 8856 or email [email protected]

We offer £300 vouchers for successful referrals so please feel free to share this role with your network.

In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.

Where will I be working?
Your role will be for a renowned not-for-profit company which cares for many historical monuments, buildings and places in and around the UK. Through those places, this organisation takes the rich history of England to 10 million visitors every year.
Your new role
As the Executive Assistant, by supporting the Director of Development, you will be playing a vital role in also looking after some of the greatest places in England so that they can be enjoyed today and for generations to come. You'll find it's a workplace like no other - taking you behind the scenes of these extraordinary sites and supporting you to share your ideas, inspire others and make a difference!!! What you'll need to succeed

• Experience of office organisation and administration, in a busy office, and at an executive level.
• Experience of working for a senior executive director.
• Experience of working with external stakeholders, including trustees, Non-Executive Directors and people of influence.
• Experience of supporting a director frequently travelling and working away from the main office.
• Experience of organising large meetings and conferences with a range of important and influential stakeholders.
  
  Skills and knowledge required
• Highly organised and able to prioritise workloads
• Knowledge of and awareness of the workings of a charity
• Excellent standard of written and spoken English, editing and proofreading skills
• Good computer skills, including the ability to use the full range of Microsoft Office applications, including Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems
• The ability to write accurate and clear minutes
• The ability to prepare briefing materials
  
  

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid/remote working
• £19 - £21 per hour depending on experience
• Ongoing contract
• Flexible working
• Great networking and strong connections
• Immediate start
  
  

What you need to do now
This is an urgent role. Therefore, if your profile matches the requirements above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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Philanthropy Officer: Join the Fight Against MS! (£36,309 - £38,786 pa)

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you want to be part of a community that's strong enough to stop MS?

The MS Society is looking for a dedicated Philanthropy Officer to help us raise vital funds and drive our mission forward.

Location: London office (N4) with flexible remote working Salary: £36,309 - £38,786 per annum Benefits: 38 days annual leave (including bank holidays), enhanced pension scheme, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme

About the Role: As our Philanthropy Officer, you'll play a crucial role in generating income through building meaningful relationships with high-value supporters.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Manage your own portfolio of philanthropists, crafting personalised engagement plans
• Collaborate with our highly committed Appeal Board and senior leadership to cultivate major gifts
• Secure significant gifts to help deliver services and fund our pioneering research programme
• Contribute to an ambitious team that's revolutionising MS treatment and support

About You: You're a relationship builder with a flair for storytelling and a drive to exceed targets.

You have:

• Experience in philanthropy fundraising with a proven track record of securing major gifts
• Exceptional communication skills - both written and verbal
• The ability to work collaboratively and influence a wide range of stakeholders
• A proactive, solution-focused approach

Why Join Us? At the MS Society, we're united by our mission to stop MS in its tracks. We offer:

• A supportive, inclusive culture where your ideas are valued
• Investment in your development with training opportunities and clear progression paths
• The chance to work alongside leading scientists, campaigners, and people living with MS
• Smart working options to support your work-life balance
• Enhanced leave for new parents, carers, and those affected by disability or family circumstances

Every day, you'll see the impact of your work as we edge closer to our goal: a world free from the effects of MS. Your contribution will directly improve lives and accelerate ground-breaking research.

Ready to Take on This Rewarding Challenge? If you're excited to use your skills for good and join a team that's changing the future for people with MS, we want to hear from you! Apply by 9am on Tuesday 25 June 2024.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

Salary: £37,580 - £40,250 

Full-time or part-time (We are open to part-time min 3 days/week)

Hybrid working - London, Whitechapel (1/2 days per week in office)

Closing Date: 9am on the 15th July 2024 

Job purpose 

B Lab UK is a data rich organisation, committed to putting data at the heart of our work - across storytelling, research, decision making and evaluation, and beyond

We want to continually improve how we use data to inform our day-to-day decisions, inform our organisation-wide strategy, and evaluate our long-term impact.

This role will be accountable for shaping and continually improving how we use data within B Lab UK, building tools, processes, policy, skills, and behaviours across the organisation to ensure we are putting data at the heart of our work to allow us to better achieve our mission.

Responsibilities will include:

• Ensure data and analytics drive knowledge, insights and context for the organisation

• Drive the continuous improvement and quality B Lab UK’s insight generation tools, ensuring the organisation is enabled to draw insight from internally and externally generated data

• Strengthen our approach to tracking, collecting, and utilising data, focusing on improving analytical efficiency and accuracy, and data quality and integrity.

• Working collaboratively with teams across B Lab UK, design, build and maintain comprehensive reports, dashboards and visualisations, providing actionable insights and metrics for the organisation.

• Develop tools and methodologies for measuring, evaluating and reporting impact of B Corps and B Lab UK

• Support the development of policies and procedures around data management, and maintain data security.

• Upskill the wider B Lab UK team in gathering, handling and analysing data

• Work collaboratively with our wider data, research and insight ‘cluster’ across B Lab Europe and B Lab Global to ensure our work is globally aligned and prioritised

Skills and Experience 

Essential

• Practical Experience and knowledge of conducting data analysis and visualising data for critical business decision-making and processes.

• Experience processing, structuring and improving data, and working with a range of digital systems to do this.

• Comfortable working with stakeholders from non-analytical backgrounds, gathering requirements, and translating them into structured analytical questions and approaches.

• Highly data literate with a good working knowledge of data types, the use of basic descriptive statistics (e.g. mean, standard deviation), and how to use data visualisation tools and techniques effectively to communicate insight.

• The ability to work collaboratively across teams, and build strong relationships with a diverse range of internal stakeholders.

• Working knowledge of GDPR and experience of adhering to it.

Desirable

• Experience working with Tableau analytics and data visualisation.

• Experience working with Salesforce reporting and dashboards.

• Experience defining data processes and standard operating procedures.

• Knowledge of additional statistical methods (e.g. cluster analysis, different types of regressions, factor analysis, predictive modelling).

• Knowledge of querying databases (Salesforce, Postgresql, etc.).

• Knowledge of other tools/programming languages (e.g. Python). 

• Knowledge of sustainability standards and certifications.

• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation approaches and the role of metrics and performance indicators in assessing performance.

Eligible to work in the UK (we will not be able to provide visa sponsorship)

What we give you

• Purpose -driven work enabling B Lab UK’s mission of redefining the role of business as a force for good

• Hybrid and flexible working, we have a high trust environment and are advocates for right place working

• Hybrid working

• Flexible working hours (based around core working hours)

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)

• 1 additional annual leave day (pro-rata for part-time staff) for each complete annual year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days

• Our office is closed between Christmas and New Year, no need to take extra holiday!

• Private Medical and Dental cover

• £200 per annum tax free Annual Wellbeing allowance and Employee Assistance Programme

• 2 paid volunteer days per year

• Enhanced Parental Leave and family-friendly policies, including carers leave

• Learning and Development opportunities

• Enhanced Pension and Life Assurance

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Income Protection policy

• Working in a flexible office workspace

 Do you enjoy using your communication skills to develop lasting relationships with supporters?  Are you passionate about working for a local children’s charity? 

We have a great opportunity for someone to join our small, friendly team as Individual Giving and Supporter Care Officer. If you are energetic, passionate, and looking to develop your career in fundraising whilst improving the lives of bereaved children and young people in Oxfordshire, we’re keen to hear from you.

The role 

Location: Oxford & hybrid working 

Salary: £24,500 - £30,000  fte pa, depending on experience 

Contract: Permanent 

Hours: Part time 25-30 hours per week, negotiable, with the possibility to study for a fundraising qualification. 

Closing date:  Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment. 

This is an exciting time for SeeSaw. We have a new Head of Fundraising and a very successful Trusts & Grants fundraiser. We are now looking to expand the fundraising team to complement the current skills and expertise, and strengthen the relationship with our donors. You will be responsible for providing exceptional supporter care for the truly fabulous individuals who donate so generously to SeeSaw to help support young people through grief. 

You 

You are looking to use your CRM experience to support a local charity. 

You are familiar with, or keen to learn about, fundraising. 

You are as comfortable working with data as you are talking to supporters. 

You are able to produce engaging social media and digital communications. 

You enjoy working collaboratively in a small team but are also happy managing your own time and workload effectively. 

You are organised and task orientated, and enjoy a busy, varied role which offers the opportunity to grow. 

Whilst fundraising experience is not essential, you must be able to demonstrate transferable skills, understand the importance of managing supporter care and enjoy building relationships. You may be looking for a part-time role that allows you time to study for a fundraising qualification or fits in around other commitments. 

What we can offer 

SeeSaw is fully committed to helping you build your skills and talents. You will work to, and be supported by our Head of Fundraising, and have access to advice and training as you build your role to deliver on our fundraising strategy.

We will offer you a flexible working environment, a friendly team and an important cause. In return, we are seeking your energy, enthusiasm and desire to learn.  This really is the perfect role for someone looking to develop their career in fundraising. 

If you would like to find out more about the role, please visit our website

Please email us your CV & supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the requirements

As we are actively recruiting - We reserve the right to close the advert anytime. So, please don't hesitate to apply! 

Are you a skilled and experienced HR professional? Can you combine excellence in administration with great people skills? Do you enjoy working as part of a team towards shared goals? Then this role might be for you.

BMS World Mission is looking for a skilled and experienced HR Officer to join our People and Culture department. As part of the P&C team, you will contribute to creating a positive, engaging and professional work environment, where our people can thrive. You will have the opportunity to help strengthen our culture and uphold BMS core values.

As the HR Officer, you will play an important role in HR operations, providing administrative support for the key HR processes spanning the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to leavers. This includes ensuring our policies and processes represent best practices, maintaining the staff handbook, and ensuring that the online HR software is used to its full potential.

You will have a good understanding of good HR practices, be familiar with data protection regulations and be a very competent administrator.

 As the HR officer, you will:

• Be professional and confident.

• Be approachable, with effective interpersonal skills.

• Be discreet with confidential and sensitive HR matters.

• Be in full support of the vision and mission of BMS.

• Be flexible and able to manage competing demands within this broad and diverse role.

If you have a passion for HR and Shared Services and want to significantly contribute to our success, we encourage you to apply. 

The successful applicant will be a committed Christian. The nature of this role means that this is a specific occupational requirement.

Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire / Flexible working.

This role can be office-based or hybrid. Coming into our office regularly in Didcot is preferred (for example one or two days a week on average). However, we are happy to appoint a candidate who lives too far from Didcot to attend the office regularly, if they are able to be flexible to come to Didcot as required. The cost of travel to BMS Didcot, whether on a regular basis or infrequently, would be borne by the employee.

Hours: 35 hrs. per week/full time

Employment type: Permanent  

Salary range: £25,855.00 to £30,678.00 per annum

Closing date: 9 am, Friday 05 July 2024

Interview date: Tuesday, 16 July 2024

If you would like to discuss this role further, please feel free to contact Sujit Varpe, HR Business Partner at BMS World Mission or visit our website for more information. 

Third Solutions are excited to be working in partnership with Pact to recruit a Partnerships Engagement Manager (Corporates).

Pact is a pioneering national charity that supports prisoners, people with convictions, and their children and families, providing caring and life changing services at every stage of the criminal justice process in court, in prison, on release, and in the community.

The role will be split 70% New Business and 30% Account Management. To excel in the role you will need to be tenacious and resilient, you will be joining a collaborative and supportive team and you will have the opportunity to really shape and develop the role.

The role is hybrid with one or two days in the London office.

The Role
Manage and lead a strong pipeline; identifying, researching, prospecting and cultivating potential corporate support.

Provide high standard of account management that supports continued commitment and growth c10-14 current partners

organise and run corporate engagement activities.

Contribute to the management and leadership of the fundraising team and the wider management team as a creative and proactive colleague.

The Candidate
Track record of securing new high value partnerships

Experience of managing and developing partnerships with flair and creativity

Demonstrable experience of building strong relationships with external and internal stakeholders

Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly convey concepts and inspire others through written & verbal channels.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Our aim is to respond to all successful applications within 5 days. If you havent been contacted within 5 days your application has been unsuccessful, but we positively encourage you to apply for any other positions that you may see in the future.

We apologise that we cannot contact everybody in person but thank you in advance for your interest.

Third Solutions encourages applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Third Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003.

Prospectus is excited to be partnering with the Flint House Police Rehabilitation in the search for a new Donor Engagement Officer (Fundraising Officer) to join their collaborative organisation.

Flint House Police Rehabilitation is a charity dedicated to offering rehabilitation services to ill or injured serving and retired police officers suffering from a wide variety of physical and mental health conditions. With Flint House being a dedicated space with a range of supporting facilities and set across 20 acres of ancient woodland, they support over 3,000 police officers every year.

As the Fundraising Officer you will be responsible for cultivating and stewarding existing and new individual donors. Focused on acquisition of new donors and also upscaling existing support, this role will deliver excellent supporter stewardship and engagement. Working with the Fundraising and Engagement Manager, this role will also support in identifying new donors across other income streams including, major donor, corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations and more.

To be successful as the Fundraising Officer, you will have experience of individual giving fundraising and be able to demonstrate excellent supporter care. This person will be able to create engaging plans to secure new donors and retain existing support. They will be creative and keen to work with a small team to grow income generation.  

This role is a full-time permanent position that will have hybrid working at their offices in Reading. The salary for this role is £30k to £35k.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds. Please let us know if we can help you with the application process in any way. We are more than happy to make any reasonable adjustments to enable all interested candidates to apply. If you have any disability and would like assistance with completing an application then please contact Rhiannon Mehta at Prospectus.

If you are interested in applying to this Fundraising Officer position, please submit your CV in the first instance. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or 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.

Purpose of role

To manage the annual programme of the PPA psychoanalytic psychotherapy qualifying training and the Advanced Clinical Course. To promote and grow the trainings. To manage the budget and collect and report on performance management data. To track all trainees’ progress, to ensure the smooth running of all elements of the teaching provision and to liaise and work in collaboration with the PPA training committee (TC), curriculum committee (CC), selection committee (SC) and post graduate committee (PGC).

Accountable to

The post will be line managed by the office manager will be accountable to and work in close collaboration with the committees of the PPA.

Key responsibilities

1) To oversee and manage the delivery of the annual programme of the PPA trainings in collaboration with the TC and PGC.

a) Booking clinical, theory and group seminar leaders in collaboration with TC and PGC.

b) In liaison with the Director of Marketing, Communications and Engagement place adverts for supervisors, teachers, and group leaders as appropriate.

c) Ensure that trainees and TC have an up-to-date list of Training Analysts, Training Supervisors and Approved Therapists

d) Room booking for all aspects of the programme.

e) Annual review, update and production of handbooks and all written materials for course.

f) Collaboration with the library to track reading list production.

g) To be the first point of contact in cases of emergency.

h) To collect, collate and report on trainee feedback.

2) To oversee the annual trainee selection for the trainings.

a) To be the first point of contact for potential applicants, giving out appropriate information about the trainings and passing appropriate inquiries onto the training advisors.

b) To liaise with interviewers and arrange trainee selection interviews.

c) To attend selection week/day process.

d) Collate information on the number of applicants and successful candidates and report to TC.

3) To support the TC in the monitoring and management of trainees’ progress throughout their training.

a) To record which tutors have been assigned to trainees in collaboration with training committee.

b) To receive monthly updates from training tutors, collate and report to TC as required.

c) To manage collection and evaluation of all feedback from trainees and seminar leaders and send as appropriate to the training committee.

d) To find readers and markers for final clinical papers and arrange dates for reading ins.

4) To promote and grow the trainings.

a) In collaboration with the Director of Marketing, Comms & Engagement to develop and implement a marketing plan for PPA trainings.

b) To work with the Events Officer to promote the trainings at bpf open days.

c) To liaise with the PPA newsletter editor to ensure the production and circulation of the newsletter and to communicate with the Membership Officer about any PPA items for the bpf newsletter.

d) Ensure consistent messaging about PPA trainings across internal and external communications.

e) To have oversight of the cycle of reaccreditation with the BPC.

5) To ensure effective administrative and financial management of PPA trainings.

a) To take lead on ensuring all communication with trainees is up to date including collection of fees, sending out handbooks, curriculums, all training materials, and dates.

b) To work with the Director of Corporate Services to oversee and maintain budgetary control of both trainings.

c) To work with the Director of Corporate Services to provide management reporting data.

d) To collect and report on data collection of protected characteristics.

e) To provide budget updates to the training committee.

f) To recommend and implement improvements to PPA training admin systems and processes.

g) To manage all payments from trainees and to teaching staff.

6) To work with all PPA committees to maintain the functioning and growth of the PPA association.

a) To attend TC meetings, PGC meetings, bpf Heads of Trainings meetings and any other meetings to ensure the smooth running of the committees and clear communication between committee members.

b) Organise and oversee the termly PPA reading group and other social events in collaboration with the Events Officer.

c) Encourage and grow PPA members’ events in collaboration with the Membership and Engagement Officer.

7) General

a) Any other activities deemed appropriate by the CEO and Office Manager.

b) Supporting office colleagues with other trainings when necessary.

c) Working collaboratively with the whole bpf staff to ensure the smooth running of all bpf training and membership activities.

d) Being part of the office duty system.

e) Adhere to bpf policies and procedures.

This job description is intended as a guide and is not an exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities of this role. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed.

This job description and person specification may be subject to review from time to time in conjunction with the postholder.

Person specification

Qualifications

Good level of general education.

Experience

· Significant experience in an administration role, preferably in a client/customer-facing role, and ideally in a training, education, or membership environment.

· Knowledge of higher education or professional healthcare training, in relation to psychotherapy or counselling desirable.

· Experience of managing budgets desirable but not essential.

· Knowledge of financial and invoicing procedures desirable but not essential.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to compose communications to a wide range of professionals, and to take accurate minutes.

· Good general computer literacy including competency in Microsoft Office, databases, Zoom and Microsoft Teams, and the ability to be self-supporting.

· Able to understand the complexities of working in a membership organisation.

· Excellent organisational and time management skills.

· Able to work independently and be proactively as well as able to exercise judgement about when to draw on colleagues’ expertise and ask for assistance.

· Methodical with good attention to detail.

· Able to use initiative and continue to think under pressure when faced with sensitive interactions.

· Ability and commitment to maintain strict confidentiality.

Do you have a passion for supporting people to rebuild their lives? 

About the role

We are looking for a Recovery Support Worker to join our passionate, and dedicated team in Hounslow. In this role you will support some of the most vulnerable individuals in the borough, helping them identify their individual strengths and aspirations.

The Hounslow LIFE service is a large multi-site service with a large team of colleagues with specialisms in Homelessness, Substance Use and Mental Health to provide a recovery based approach to 86 clients across our different sites.  

In the role of Recovery Support Worker, you will: 

• Work with clients on their road to recovery, aiding clients to gain the necessary skills to move on from our services and into suitable accommodation.  

• Provide support to maintain independence in the community, build their skills for employment, manage their health needs, and look towards a brighter future.  

• Oversee housing management responsibilities to ensure we deliver safe, high-quality services. 

In this role you will work on a weekly shift rota including early and late shifts, weekends and bank holidays. Staff can claim an additional 20% pay premium for hours worked between 8pm and 8am Monday to Friday, and all hours worked on Saturday and Sunday.

About you 

We are looking for inspirational people who will be committed to our Recovery Ethos and have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives. We encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate the below:  

• An understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people – you may have had personal experience of homelessness yourself. 

• Experience of helping vulnerable people to identify personal goals and supporting them through a process of change. 

• Have a sound understanding of the support needs of people with low incomes, including rent payments/arrears and professional boundary issues.

We’d always like to hear from people who want to help transform lives. Not sure if you have the skills and experience you need for the role? Apply and we’ll let you know!

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

How to apply 

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website. 

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 19 June 2024

Interview and assessments on: 3 July 2024

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Great Pay and Other Benefits

Philanthropy Officer

Permanent Role:

35 hours per week

£29,394 per annum (a pay review is taking place which is likely to positively impact this salary in 2024.)

Benefits:

Hybrid working, only 2 days per week in the office.

Location:

Whitecross Studios, 50 Banner street, London

The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We run local services that support children when they are at their most vulnerable and in desperate need of help. We're there for children, every step of the way.

This role sits within our Social Impact Domain.

We are currently looking for a confident and outgoing fundraiser to join our dynamic, ambitious team.

A key part of this role will be your ability to create compelling written cases for support, attracting donors to give financial gifts to the charity. alongside this, you will be a confident networker, able to initiate conversations with new people at events or in public, from which you will cultivate a relationship towards a financial gift. you will also be a natural 'thanker', going above and beyond to ensure donors feel specials in regards to their charitable giving.

In order to be successful in this role, you must have:

-You are likely in your early years of fundraising, however, you have some knowledge and experience in the charity fundraising sphere.

-A capable and compelling writer.

-A good listener, adapting your conversation to the donors interests.

-You are a detail oriented team player, with good organizational skills.

The Children's Society runs over 100 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we campaign to get laws and policies changed to make children's lives happier and safer.

Every day we're changing the lives of children in this country for the better - and with your help, tomorrow we can be there for even more.

The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.

Therefore, candidates applying for work in our CYP Directorate will be required to complete an “Employment history_template” document prior to interview. The fully completed document should be loaded by the candidate at the point of uploading your CV.

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Tuesday 2nd July.

Interviews will be held on the 11th July.

Mental Health Support Worker

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals facing mental health challenges?

Do you thrive in a supportive and compassionate environment, where you can truly make a difference?

If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are looking for a driven person to join the Mental Health Team to support our members from the Gypsy and Traveller community across West Yorkshire.

Position: Mental Health Support Worker

Location: Office working at Cross Green Leeds and travel to other areas of West Yorkshire

Hours: 35 hours per week

Salary: £27,412.50 per annum

Contract: 12 months in the first instance (subject to funding)

Benefits: The provision of workplace wellbeing support and activities, hybrid working where the role allows, flexible working and a range of family friendly policies and free parking.

Closing Date: 8th July 2024

Interview days: 15th and 16th July

The Role

The Mental Health Support Worker will provide flexible, practical, holistic, and accessible support to Gypsies and Travellers across West Yorkshire to improve and promote mental wellbeing. The provision will be based on the organisation’s values including helping people to help themselves and the organisation believes everyone is equal and can be included. 

You will be part of a small and dedicated mental health team at the organisation, contributing to its effective running through outreach and good communication with colleagues and members.  You will be working in partnership with other agencies in the field of mental health, the post holder will work to ensure increased accessibility to mental health support services, reflecting on and implementing best practices. The post holder will work within an agreed monitoring framework for the service and for the organisation.

About You

As Mental Health Support Worker you will need to live and breathe the charity’s values through your work and have the following experience/skills: 

• Mental health assessment skills including risk assessment and support planning
• Case management experience including managing referrals and case load to agreed targets and timescales
• Experience of working with people experiencing enduring mental health issues, mental distress and complex needs
• Experience of recording, monitoring and evaluation

Ideally, you will be a car driver with valid driving licence as the role may include meeting members, partners or external services in other venues in Leeds

Training can be provided for the right candidate and you will receive a comprehensive and supportive induction. Support and professional development will be there throughout. 

PLEASE NOTE: CV’s will not be accepted for this role, you will be redirected through to the charity’s website where you will need to complete their application form

About the Organisation

You will be joining a vibrant and brave grassroots organisation led by Gypsy and Traveller people in West Yorkshire. This is an established and award-winning civil society organisation with a national profile.  Recognised as being innovative, brave and creative.  The overall aim of the charity is to improve the quality of life for Gypsies and Travellers through addressing inequalities in homes, health, education, and employment, financial and social inclusion. There are a number of community-facing and strategic projects to achieve aims including advocacy, community development and youth work.

You may also have experience in areas such as Advocacy, Human Rights, Community Work, Housing, Safeguarding,  Mental Health, Support Worker, Inclusion Health, Crisis Support, Welfare Rights, Advice, Accommodation, Outreach. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.