NCW is a dynamic literature house for contemporary writing. Our home is a Grade One-listed medieval building consisting of a 120-seat venue for live events, workshop spaces, a two-bedroom cottage for writers and translators and modern open plan offices. Dragon Hall is located on the historic King St on the banks of the Wensum River in the heart of Norwich, England’s first UNESCO City of Literature.

NCW launched in summer 2018 but dates back to the early 2000s. Growing from just three staff in 2006, then under the name Writers’ Centre Norwich (WCN), the organisation has grown consistently under the leadership of CEO Chris Gribble. We are a friendly, hard-working team, passionate about working with a whole range of people and communities, supporting people to own and share their own stories.

The Executive Director (ED) works collaboratively with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to deliver NCW’s vision and strategic ambition. The position’s focus is internal strategic development, promoting an organisational culture which achieves the highest standards of inclusive artistic and community outcomes.

The ED leads on business planning and works closely with the CEO to deliver strategic expectations to stakeholders, partners and audiences. They lead a senior team responsible for programmes, communications, development, HR, operations, venue management and commercial hires. With the CEO and Finance Director they ensure robust financial performance and monitoring is maintained, and act as Deputy CEO as required.

Salary: £30,415 | Annual Leave: 39 days | Hours: Full-time | Term: Permanent

As Centre Operations Manager, you will take primary responsibility for operational delivery across our centre, overseeing the site operation, leading, managing, and mentoring staff teams, taking responsibility for the customer experience, and the overall smooth operation of a high-quality leisure and outdoor learning facility.

This role is a core part of the Woodrow senior management team, who are essential in supporting the Head of Woodrow to deliver our strategic objectives as we look to the future post Covid-19. You will work alongside the Facilities Manager to support health and safety, ensure risk assessments are in place, and that areas of improvement are identified. You will also work closely with the Leisure Centre Manager and the Sales & Marketing Manager to understand the customer requirements and to ensure we are able to deliver on these operationally.

Our people are at the heart of our operation. As the Operations Manager, you will lead a professional, enthusiastic and passionate delivery team; a team that believes in the potential of every young person who comes through the door and wants to make a difference for each of them through the experiences we are able to offer. You bring excellent people management skills and have an aptitude for training, mentoring and supporting your people.

With your hands-on experience of managing a busy operation, you will ensure that all parts of the operation are running smoothly, teams are fully resourced and staffing and programming is effective. You will ensure that our outdoor learning programme offer, and delivery, is of the highest quality, meets the needs of our existing customers and will also attract new ones. You will take a great interest in the quality of these experiences, and we expect that you will bring your own ideas and welcome ideas from others such that you can lead on developing new ways of enhancing the visitors’ experience, ensuring that it has a positive impact on their personal development and that they are enthusiastic about returning.

We are looking for a highly effective, resourceful and organised individual who is flexible, motivated, and customer focused. You will have an analytical mind and be well equipped with critical thinking skills, enabling you to come up with effective solutions and make decisive decisions when faced with complex scenarios. You are an effectual collaborator and an excellent communicator who will drive forward our operations and play a key part in the future success of Woodrow High House.

Our commitment to anti-racism 

In July 2020, we issued a statement committing to become an anti-racist organisation and to actively tackle racism. Since then, London Youth has worked with our staff and trustees to understand first the issues within our organisation, collaboratively developing a Theory of Change to define our areas of focus, approach and plan of action moving forward. 

We have a Race Equality Action Stakeholder Group which is chaired by a London Youth member and trustee. This group includes representatives from across the organisation and oversees the implementation of our Race Equality Action Plan. 

At the heart of youth work is the drive to level the playing field for all young Londoners to succeed, regardless of their backgrounds. Over two thirds of the young people we work with are from racialised communities and we know that without the opportunities which youth organisations provide, there would be limited experiences open to them. 

London Youth embraces equality, diversity and inclusion. We are committed to the ongoing development of an organisation that values and represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills and welcome applications that reflect this.

Full details regarding this role and how to apply are in noted below. Please do read this carefully to ensure there are no delays in processing your application.

This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy Support Centre (MDSC)! We are a small but growing charity with a dynamic, supportive and committed team and a flexible working environment. The role of Administration Officer will have a big impact in supporting our charity’s growth and sustainability and presents a unique opportunity to work in a small, close-knit team and see the difference your work makes to the wellbeing of our service users.

The Administration Officer will take a lead in ensuring that the Charity’s operations, monitoring and reporting requirements are fulfilled, supporting the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team. They will also play a vital role in ensuring we are able to maximise the efficiency of our operations by exploring opportunities for improved systems and processes, better integration within our team and effective progress monitoring and reporting against our therapy activities (outputs).

We are seeking someone with proven administration experience who is highly proficient in MS Office and has strong organisational and problem-solving skills. A charitable mindset and strong communication skills (both verbal and written) are also important.

Context

Muscular Dystrophy Support Centre (MDSC) is committed to transforming access to physical therapies for people with muscular dystrophy (MD) in the Midlands. From our headquarters in Coventry, and with satellite clinics in Birmingham, Leicester and most recently, the Black Country we support 400+ people with MD, primarily by providing specialist physical therapy on a long-term basis.  We are the only organisation in the Midlands region to do so, and one of only two in the UK. 

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, we secured a five-year grant from the National Lottery Community Fund to build a platform for expansion to meet significant demand throughout the Midlands and beyond.  Funding has enabled us to recruit additional staff, and build a strengthened organisational structure and finances, and the Administration Officer will play an important role in facilitating our progress. By 2025 we plan to be supporting over 1,100 people with MD and provide therapy at further satellite clinics in Worcestershire and Northants.

Our Board of Trustees all either have muscular dystrophy or have a family member with MD and are closely connected with the team to support the work of the Charity and service users.  Our team work together collaboratively in a people-centred approach to provide meaningful support to our service users and each another.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further information. For an informal discussion about this role please contact Sarah Ann Moore, Chief Executive.

How to apply

Applicants are requested to upload a CV and covering letter detailing how your experience fits the person specification. The closing date for applications is 4 November 2021. We plan to be holding initial interviews on 11 November 2021. Further information is available on our website.

Other information

We positively welcome applications from all sections of the community and actively promote equal opportunities. Please note this position requires full references and a DBS check which will be carried out prior to employment.

In the event of a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the application process early.

Family Support and Community Manager

The workforce at Loughborough Community Centre is growing.

Our current services include: Preschool, Family Support and Holiday Play with Meals Provision.

We work with all members of the community. Parents, children and young people  (0 – 18 years) are our primary beneficiaries.

We have a rapidly developing, small and dynamic team, that deliver a range of innovative early intervention, targeted services and family support provision from our centre at Max Roach in Brixton London.

We seek a self motivated and confident individual that can apply a professional approach and has a solid grounding in Family Support and Community Work. LCC’s applies a collaborative approach to service delivery, we work closely with local partners, stakeholders and local groups in order to provide the services needed in our locality.

You will be skilled at; leading a team, engaging parents, creating links between a range of stakeholders and hands on service delivery, whilst also possessing the administrative and organisational skills to ensure all work is clearly tracked, monitored and evaluated as per our standardised online software and individual funders requirements.

You will understand the wide-ranging challenges facing children, young people, families. Being flexible in adjusting your practice and the practice of colleagues to meet these needs.

Your work within our workforce will contribute to ensuring LCCs meets its aim of providing the highest quality provision and continually strives to improve and expand its services that are vitally needed by the community.

Hours will include some out of hours, evenings and weekends. 

NCW is a dynamic literature house for contemporary writing. Our home is a Grade One-listed medieval building consisting of a 120-seat venue for live events, workshop spaces, a two-bedroom cottage for writers and translators and modern open plan offices. Dragon Hall is located on the historic King St on the banks of the Wensum River in the heart of Norwich, England’s first UNESCO City of Literature.

NCW launched in summer 2018 but dates back to the early 2000s. Growing from just three staff in 2006, then under the name Writers’ Centre Norwich (WCN), the organisation has grown consistently under the leadership of CEO Chris Gribble. We are a friendly, hard-working team, passionate about working with a whole range of people and communities, supporting people to own and share their own stories.

This is a new role, combining our communications and development functions to best communicate our vision and activities to our audiences and stakeholders. You would be responsible for developing, leading, implementing and evaluating the organisation’s communications and development strategies as part of the organisation’s overall business plan. The role works across the organisation to drive innovation and creativity in order to increase reach, value, revenue and reputation. The Head of Communications and Development works closely with the Senior Management Team with the CEO, Executive Director, Head of Programmes and Head of Commercial and Operations) and manages a small Communications and Development Team.

Ambitious about Autism's Service Development team is currently looking for a Programme Director who will act as project lead for the development and delivery of a new free school in London alongside the Development and extension of our existing education services.

Ambitious about Autism has achieved and developed so much since it was founded in 1997. Our services continue to grow and develop. Our (Ofsted outstanding) TreeHouse School continues to innovate to meet the needs of autistic young people. The Rise School, developed as part of our multi-academy trust, opened in 2014 co-located within a mainstream school and is thriving in its purpose-built building. Ambitious College is an autism specific registered day college serving young people with complex autism aged 16 to 25 years. It now has two permanent campuses co- located and developed in partnership with mainstream further education colleges.

Both services are rated Good by Ofsted. Through these services we educate and support over 300 autistic children and young people and we work with thousands more through our work on employability, participation and our national policy and practice influencing work.

We are all passionate and driven by our mission to support autistic children and young people and to improve their life chances. Our new strategy sets out our plans to have an even greater reach and impact. As part of this, we aim to further develop our existing and new education services, including opening a new free school in the London Borough of Kingston, and looking for opportunities to open further new services. 

We are also planning to significantly develop our existing schools and college, with potential options including significant growth in pupil and learner numbers and potentially new locations and major capital investment.

We are looking for a person who has experience of service development, ideally in the context of SEN education.  You will have strong relationship building, project management, and analytical skills. Above all, you will share an absolute commitment to our mission and values. 

You will work closely with the Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Education in research and develop of new education services for autistic children and young people including:

• Development and extension of our existing education services, including Centres of Excellence and establishing a cross organisational employability forum
• New free schools;
• Transfers, partnerships or mergers of schools and colleges.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help develop and support the work we do within our services. In return, you will have access to continued professional development (CPD), excellent benefits including support for wellbeing, generous holiday allowance and a friendly and supportive team. Please see our recruitment pack on the link below.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential call, please contact Stephen Vickers.

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.

Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.

Celebrated throughout the world as a centre of musical excellence, The Purcell School is the most vibrant, exciting and exhilarating place to work or study.  We are a close-knit community dedicated to nurturing some of the world’s most talented young musicians and we recognize the unique privilege it is to work with these incredibly gifted students. 

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic senior fundraiser to this exciting new role.  As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will set a clear strategic fundraising direction.  You will drive ambitious, achievable targets for income streams aligned to the school’s vision, mission and strategic goals. This will include developing and implementing fundraising strategies across new and existing income streams including High Net Worth individuals, CSR from corporates, major donors, trusts and individuals.

If you are energetic, ambitious and creative; if you are an experienced boarding and/or pastoral practitioner and genuinely enjoy the company of young people, this would be a fantastic opportunity for you!

Please see the Candidate Information Pack for full details.  If you are interested, please apply on the School application form with a supporting personal statement, we are unable to receive c.v.'s alone.

Previous applicants need not apply.

As the Director of Junction 42's Creative Resources, you will be responsible for the design, creation, procurement, production and distribution of Junction 42 creative resources, including our national Stories of Hope Packs & Media, In-Cell Creative Packs & Media, and Community Hygiene Packs.

Main duties and responsibilities:

Media resources:

• Acting as Project Lead for the production of all National Resources, in relation to our creative tutorials and faith services. Specifically, this will involve:
  • Working with a videographer to produce short media pieces.
  • Creating and producing short audio pieces designed for radio.
  • Communicating with national and international worship leaders and collaborating on musical media resources.

Interactive packs:

• Collaborating with our national partners regarding the sharing of relevant resources for media and packs and their distribution.
• Communicating with local and National Chaplaincy to ensure relevance and effective use of resources and security compliance.
• Overseeing the internal creative task force in the design and creation of interactive resources.
• Managing the Production Centre, co-ordinating production with staff, volunteers and clients to ensure stock and scheduling needs, and production and distribution deadlines are met.
• Purchasing materials from a range of suppliers, negotiating best possible rates and budgeting and tracking all expenditure.
• Managing delivery of all interactive packs nationally.

General:

• Working with the in-prison Creative Outreach workers to produce media and packs for our contracted services in prison and the community, including employability, faith and creative arts-based programmes.
• Monitoring and reporting performance and impact measurement data, and ensuring accurate reporting both internally and externally including, but not limited to, contractors, funders etc.
• Developing and maintaining positive relationships with key stakeholders and partners including Heads of Prison Chaplaincy, Prison Regimes, National Prison Radio and A Way Out TV.
• Identifying and building relationships with strategic partners across the third, public and private sectors.

Person Specification:

• This post has been identified as having a GOR to be filled by an active Christian under the provisions of the Employment Equality (Religion and Belief) Regulations 2003 (Section 7.2).
• Both appreciates and models the core principles and values of the organisation (showing personal commitment to a life of Christian faith).
• Identifies with the ethos and mission of Junction 42.

Essential Qualifications, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to produce and edit resources using specialist design software e.g. Photoshop
• Ability to record and produce audio for in-prison radio
• At least 2 years’ experience in leading/managing a team

• Excellent organisational and IT skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work and contribute as part of a team
• Ability to convey maturity, confidence and credibility to other professionals
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and produce accurate reports

Desirable Qualifications, Skills & Abilities:

• Graphic design skill
• Ability to edit videos using specialist software
• Creative arts/craft experience and skill
• Production experience e.g. stock, procurement etc.
• Experience in working with marginalised people
• Experience of leading volunteers
• Experience of liaising with other agencies e.g. probation, social services
• Ability to drive with own transport

Confidentiality:

Any information acquired in the course of duty must be treated in strictest confidence and must be discussed only within the confines of the work setting with the appropriate members of staff.

Note:
This job description is not exhaustive, and amendments and additions may be required in line with future organisational changes.

The post holder will be expected to attend all Junction 42 training, team days and conferences as requested by the Director.

* Although a full salary is guaranteed, each member of staff at Junction 42 has a financial target that they commit to raise for their role through personal donors from their faith communities. This is to sustain the missional aspect of our work. In some organisations, this is known as personal support.

• Permanent, full-time post
• Based at CMS House, Oxford, with some flexibility for home working
• Starting salary £47,390 and generous pension contribution: up to 15 per cent employer contribution on annual salary
• As an equal opportunities’ employer, we particularly welcome applications from women and individuals from minority groups as they are currently underrepresented within our organisation at this level. All appointments are made on merit of skill, experience and potential as laid down in the job description and person specification.

Do you have a passion for both mission and management? A love of spreadsheets as well as spreading the gospel? CMS is looking for a servant-hearted leader to join our senior leadership team (SLT) in Oxford. The post holder will be responsible for strategic development in the area of finance, leading and coordinating policy for financial planning and budgetary control. In addition, they will take responsibility for corporate strategic development and leadership of the ICT and facilities teams (including property management, pensions and risk management). As a member of the SLT they will play a full role in developing and implementing the CMS mission strategy.

The post will continue the work towards financial sustainability, while further developing excellent relationships with other teams within CMS and the wider CMS mission network. They will be a prayerful, discerning Christian who will nurture a healthy mission spirituality within CMS.

It will therefore be a requirement for the post holder to be a committed and practising Christian who would uphold CMS’s values and ethos.

Reporting directly to the CEO, the ideal candidate will be a chartered accountant or equivalent, a member of an accounting body with at least five years’ relevant experience in a senior role, a proven track record of working in finance in a business or charity context and experience of leading, developing and motivating others.

For the past two years CMS has been carrying out an organisational strategic review to address three key issues:

1. A need for greater focus and clarity of purpose
2. A need for clarity of identity and role
3. A need for financial sustainability

Further details can be found in the job description and person specification available to download.

This post has an occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practising and committed Christian, committed to the aims, values and the ethos statement of CMS. Occasional travel may be required.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications:

•  Midnight 14 November 2021

Interview dates:

• First round of interviews will be held on 29 and 30 November 2021 via Zoom.
• Final round of interviews will be held in person at CMS House, Oxford, on 9 and 10 December 2021.

The Whitechapel Centre is a Liverpool based charity which provides support to people who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, and / or have support needs. We offer help with building confidence, developing independent living skills and supporting people to address substance use or other health and wellbeing issues. We also help people to access social and community networks, training, education and employment.

We are looking for an exceptional Services Manager with a proven track record as a strategic leader who is able to undertake a key role in creating, building and sustaining our Vision and delivering results by empowering and supporting the people you work with.  As part of our Senior Management Team you will be responsible for the day to day operation of our Rough Sleeper and Street Lifestyle Outreach services and our substantial volunteering programme. You will also be instrumental in the development of new contracts, contract compliance, quality assurance and outcome monitoring.

With a background in a related homelessness, housing or support setting, you will have a proven track record of delivering multifaceted services to service users having a wide range of differing and complex needs.

This is a demanding, fast-paced role which will suit an experienced manager with first class planning and organisational skills, who can provide strong and directed leadership and maintain high levels of personal credibility.

Please note: we do not accept CVs without an accompanying application form.  You can request an application pack via our HumanResources mailbox. Packs can also be downloaded from our website.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 5pm on Wednesday 27th October 2021. 

This post is subject to an Enhanced level check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).

The Whitechapel Centre.  Committed to addressing discrimination and promoting equality and diversity in the provision of services and employment.

Registered Charity No 1013060

The Baytree Centre is a social inclusion project supporting local women and girls in the heart of Brixton.We are recruiting a Social Mobility Coach to join our Women’s Services Team.The Coach’s role will be to engage with our beneficiaries, supporting them to identify and achieve their aspirations for themselves and for their families. Adopting a holistic, long-term approach, she will support beneficiaries to develop the resources, skills and behaviours necessary to progress across the five pillars of our social mobility framework:

• Education
• Employability
• Family stability
• Money management
• Resilience and well-being

The Baytree Centre is a social inclusion project supporting local women and girls in the heart of Brixton.We are recruiting a Welfare and/or Housing Adviser to join our Women’s Services Team.  Your role will be to provide high quality, effective information, advice and guidance in the areas of welfare benefits and/or housing to Baytree’s beneficiaries.  You will work closely with our team of Social Mobility Coaches so that the advice you provide is embedded within a longer term holistic programme of support for the women. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for a visionary leader to build on a strong foundation to expand and grow our services across Kent. 

The Kent MS Therapy Centre Charity (“KMSTC”) aims to radically improve the lives of those with Multiple Sclerosis, their families and those who care for them.

We aim to:

• Provide a range of complementary therapies and specialist clinics
• Give advice, support, and information to those living with MS, their carers and families, in an   environment which encourages mutual support and friendship
• Become a Centre of Excellence which enables self-management of the condition

JOB PURPOSE 

The Chief Executive Officer will enhance the senior leadership team at the charity. The individual will lead the delivery of our objectives for financial sustainability and improved access to services for potential members across Kent.

The existing team is highly effective operationally, and we are looking for a leader who will drive forward the positive culture within KMSTC: which is defined by a passion to support the members and a desire to learn. 

Applicants will need a blend of strategic and commercial experience, as well as the ability to oversee the day-to-day operational challenges of running a busy centre to meet member satisfaction targets. 

The CEO will work closely with the board of trustees to develop and implement the centre’s long-term strategy.

In addition, the CEO will play an important part in income-generation activities, building the centre’s wider public reputation and in forming relationships with key strategic partners.

See attachment for more detail on main duties and responsibilities. 

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 

• Demonstrable experience of leading a similar service-oriented organisation. 
• Evidence of significant personal success in developing and delivering fundraising initiatives.  
• Ability to think strategically, be flexible and to organise and prioritise a complex workload with tight deadlines and budgets. 
• Ability to identify future strategies and translate into operational plans. 
• Strategic financial knowledge, including budgeting, forecasting and review. 
• Ability to develop a team, drive performance, and improve quality. 
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent communication skills, in writing and in public presentations. 
• The ability to work autonomously within an agreed framework of accountability. 
• Competent IT skills and the ability to complete administrative tasks related to the role. 
• Good employment law knowledge to enable the right people decisions to be made. 
• Understanding of legal requirements and principles of good practice in the management and governance of charities. 
• Experience of stakeholder management. 

You are very welcome to contact the reception team at the Centre to arrange a visit in advance of making your application. 

RECRUITMENT PROCESS 

1. Applications will be longlisted against the best fit to the criteria in the job description.
2. Longlisted candidates will be invited to an informal video interview with the Chair of Trustees.
3. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to meet the existing team, interview in person and prepare a short presentation for a panel of Trustees.
4. Interviews will be held in November (date tbc). 
5. Start date Q1 2022. 

To drive sustainable growth in the 21st century, businesses need to continually innovate and hire new sources of diverse talent. That’s why we’re investing in a new Neuro-Diverse Centre of Excellence (NCoE) to fuel innovation in technology across artificial intelligence, data analytics, automation, blockchain and cyber.

Bringing a new dimension of creativity and drive greater diversity and inclusion in the workplace. With the NCoE providing so many offerings to our business, you’ll be able to develop a career through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. We develop outstanding and highly collaborative leaders to deliver on our promises to all our stakeholders. We’re playing a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

The Opportunity
As a Technology Consultant, you’ll drive innovation across EY’s business providing support in key functional areas including analytics and artificial intelligence for EY and our clients.  You’ll serve a variety of large complex engagements and accounts having an opportunity to apply skills in diverse ways and in many kinds of businesses.

You’ll expand your skillset through ongoing training, so you’ll be constantly challenged and gain valuable experience in high demand areas. EY is committed to growth and development for all its people and your skills will be harnessed and developed throughout EY’s areas, so you may qualify for a variety of EY opportunities and career possibilities.

 Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Skills and attributes for success include two or more of the following:

• An interest in data analytics, AI or technology
• Experience of using statistical tools to identify, analyse, and interpret patterns and trends in complex data sets
• Experience of preparing reports on trends, patterns and predictions using relevant data
• Experience of different operating systems
• Knowledge of coding or programming languages
• Advanced Excel Functions experience
• Ability to analyse and manipulate data
• Effective organizational skills, analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Willingness and experience working collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to provide written and oral communications 

The Recruitment Process

• The closing date for this role is 22nd October 2021.
• The process will consist of a combination of video and virtual interviews alongside team-based activities.

What working at EY Offers:

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. And with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world. 

SAMH is Scotland’s mental health charity. For almost 100 years SAMH has promoted the importance of good mental health; delivered dynamic and innovative recovery-focused services across Scotland; campaigned on behalf of people with mental health problems; and challenged stigma and discrimination. Our own strategic vision sits across 3 priorities: psychological wellbeing, suicide prevention and care and support with areas of focus including workplaces, children and young people’s mental health, sport and physical activity and our national programmes on anti-bullying and anti-stigma and discrimination. 

We have established a strong supporter and partnership base with c30,000 relationships on our supporter database, 60 corporate partners and have a number of existing strategic partnerships with organisations to deliver multiple national and community based programmes. We campaign and influence across the country for people’s mental health. In the past year we engaged with over 7,000 people to influence national policy and our own strategy and continue to be viewed strongly by key decision makers with SAMH being considered the most effective charity 5 out the last 6 years in a survey of MSPs.

We are now looking to appoint a new Director of Delivery & Service Development. With over 50 community based services across Scotland, SAMH is at the forefront of providing person centred and recovery focused support to people with mental health problems. Across this range of locality based services; including health and social care, employment, primary care; distress interventions and therapeutic approaches; you will lead teams to deliver high quality outcomes that make a real difference to people’s lives. 

As a key member of the Executive Team and Senior Management you will shape the SAMH Strategy and ensure the delivery and development functions work in support of the organisations ambitious plans for the coming years. Specifically, you will lead the transformational change of psychological wellbeing and the development and redesign of our core service offers will both be crucial features of the post as the organisation seeks to change, grow and innovate at a critical time in mental health. 

The ideal candidate will have operated at senior management level, have drive and enthusiasm to create opportunities and be able to bring influence to bear in the external environment. A strategic thinker with a track record in delivery too, we are looking for someone who can be part of a high performing team to lead the organisation to continued success in meeting the aspirations of those who we support. Considerable experience of financial management and an understanding of economic drivers will be essential in a field where contract delivery and results are key.

Closing date for applications is Friday 29th October 2021.