Chair Of The Council Of Trustees Jobs
The vacancy
We are seeking to appoint one lay member to replace Claire Minchington who comes to the end of her tenure on 31 March 2025
About the GOC
We are the regulator for the optical professions in the UK. Our purpose is to protect the public by promoting high standards of education, performance and conduct. For more information about us please visit our website: optical. org
About the Council
The role of Council is to lead on the GOC’s mission to protect the public by upholding high standards in the optical professions. The Council is composed of six lay members (including the Chair) and six registrant members (i.e. registered optometrists and dispensing opticians). At least one member of the Council must work wholly or mainly in each of England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. One Council member acts as a Senior Council Member whose role is to carry out the Chair’s appraisal as well as provide a sounding board for the Chair and serve as an intermediary for Council members, Executive and stakeholders as necessary.
The successful candidate will contribute to Council by exercising oversight, ensuring effective corporate governance, and making high-level policy decisions. They will be able to operate strategically and impartially; listen, communicate, and influence effectively; exercise judgment; and inspire confidence and support amongst our stakeholders.
Remuneration and time commitment
Council members are remunerated in accordance with our member fees policy (£13,962 per annum plus reasonable travel and subsistence expenses) which is linked in the candidate pack. The member fee includes time for reading and preparation.
The appointed member will be expected to commit approximately 2-3 days per month. Meetings will usually take place via MS Teams but may on occasion be held at the GOC Offices at 10 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7NG. There are occasional online catch-up meetings - these are currently scheduled on a Tuesday evening every 6-8 weeks, from 5.30pm – 6.30pm.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: midnight on Sunday 17 November 2024.
Online interviews will be held on between Monday 27 – Thursday 30 January 2024.
We would welcome applications from individuals who are disabled and from diverse ethnic backgrounds as these are currently under-represented on our council and committees.
We strive to be as diverse as the public we protect and welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity and geographical locations outside of London.
If you have any questions, please email them to appointment@optical. org and we will aim to respond to you within 48 hours.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The ideal candidate for the Chief Officer position will have a passion for creativity and community engagement, along with strong leadership, bid writing and strategic planning skills. This role involves overseeing all aspects of the Centre’s operations, including program development, fundraising, and community outreach.
This role can influence the delivery of the mental health agenda across Greater Manchester and requires the jobholder to be a positive leader and role model for the CLC’s members, employees, and volunteers.
The Chief Officer will also work on behalf of the Charity to develop and deliver the Vision and Mission through the delivery of the strategic plan, ensuring the CLC’s ongoing sustainability, growth, and success in todays challenging economic environment
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and provide strategic leadership and direction to the Creative Living Centre.
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Develop and implement programs that align with our mission and goals.
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Oversee budgets, expenditure and management accounts ensuring that income and expenditure is within planned targets. Accountable to the Board of Trustees for the overall financial health of the CLC, including ensuring that new funding opportunities are pursued.
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Oversee fundraising efforts and build relationships with donors and sponsors.
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Manage the Centre’s budget and ensure financial sustainability, asset management and risk appraisal.
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Foster a positive and inclusive community environment.
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Represent the Centre at public events and in the media.
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Collaborate with staff, volunteers, and community partners.
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Ensure all staff are effectively line managed and performance managed
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Take overall responsibility for achieving, monitoring, and reporting on performance against targets in all areas of the CLC’s activities.
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Report to the Trustee Board regularly on progress against key strategic objectives, providing information and answering for the CLC’s performance.
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Ensure that the Board operates within statutory and corporate approved frameworks, requirements and guidelines.
Who are we looking for?
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Proven experience in a leadership role developing business plans, preferably in a non-profit or community organization ideally a mental health charity.
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Strong leadership style with line management, team building experience.
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Robust knowledge of Charity Governance, Policies, and statutory requirements
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Strong understanding of creative and cultural sectors.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
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Experience in fundraising and financial management.
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Passion for creativity and community engagement.
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Experience of working closely with Boards of Trustees, advising, and guiding robust decision making
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Financial management including forecasting, budget setting and monitoring income and expenditure.
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Risk strategy and management.
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Knowledge of Mental Health Strategies both at local, Greater Manchester and National levels highly desirable.
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Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise multiple activities/workstreams.
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Excellent IT skills with ability to prepare reports in Word, spreadsheets in Excel and Power Point
What you can expect in return
The role is part-time, 26.5 hours per week. The successful candidate can work the hours in a variable pattern which can suit both parties, subject to agreement with the CLC’s board of trustees. The successful candidate will be required to spend time at the CLC each week.
Equal Opportunity Employer: The Creative Living Centre is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Please note, this role is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references. Applicants must also be eligible to work in the UK.
Please send a CV and covering letter explaining your motivation for applying for the role and the skills and experience you can bring to it based on the attached file of job description and person specification. The closing date for applications is 11th November 2024 but may close earlier if a high number of applications received. Interviews will take place on the 15th November 2024 and will include a presentation
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a part-time position offering flexible hours (21 hours per week) to attract the best candidate. Reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to our dedicated team. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Deliver our Strategic plan: Collaborate with the Board and staff to implement our compelling strategic vision for the project, ensuring alignment with our vision, mission and operational objectives.
- Financial Sustainability: Spearhead fundraising initiatives, secure diverse funding streams, and manage budgets effectively to ensure the charity’s long-term financial health. This will include a strong focus on grants, bid writing and cultivating relationships with funding partners.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee the effective delivery of all programmes and projects, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with relevant statutory requirements, policies and procedures.
- Team Leadership: Foster a positive and supportive work environment that empowers staff, promotes professional development, and encourages creativity and innovation.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including local authorities, community partners, parents, families, funders, and the public, effectively communicating the charity’s impact.
About You:
The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of leadership skills, experience, and a genuine commitment to our mission. Essential criteria include:
- Proven Leadership: Minimum 2 years of experience in a senior leadership role, ideally within the charity sector, demonstrating successful organisational management, strategic planning, board and team leadership.
- Financial Acumen: Extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, bid writing and securing funding for charitable organisations, with a proven track record in results and diversifying income streams.
- Collaborative Approach: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build strong relationships, inspire teams, and work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Passion for Impact: A deep understanding of the challenges facing vulnerable young people and families, coupled with a genuine desire to make a tangible difference in their lives.
Relevant Qualification: A degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in a business/management related subject or a relevant professional qualification
To engage vulnerable and isolated young people and their families helping them build their confidence, identify new skills and build resilience
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position: Chief Operating Officer
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Hours: 35 hours per week (full-time)
Contract: Permanent
Location: London with hybrid working – flexible and home working policy
We are seeking an operational and people focussed Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our Executive Team. You will drive development of all financial and operational management, processes and reporting, overseeing the organisation’s day-to-day operations including the leadership of Finance, People, Governance, Fundraising, Marketing and Communications and Digital.
The successful candidate will have held broad finance and operations positions, with a track record of interacting at Board level and presenting clear financial and management information. Whilst you don’t have to be financially qualified, we do need someone with strong financial acumen and demonstrable ability to monitor, interpret and communicate financial information effectively. You will have experience in implementing new and/or successful improvements to existing systems and processes, with a track record of driving organisational change. The post holder will have a good understanding of regulation and best practice alongside the ability to develop efficient processes and controls in line with our governance framework. Ensuring that people are at the centre of the Florence Nightingale Foundation (FNF) you will play a key role within the Executive team supporting the charity to achieve sustainable growth and delivery of efficient and effective services ensuring plans are developed and implemented, and targets are met.
You will have a passion for our purpose, commitment to our mission and alignment with our organisational values. Whilst being robust about process, you need to be able to flex to changing circumstances and be skilled at getting the best out of people as well as driving a culture of continuous improvement and learning. Crucially, you will be wholly committed to driving forward the core infrastructure for our work supporting nurses and midwives in leadership development to improve health and care outcomes.
This role provides a unique opportunity to inform, lead and shape the future of our impactful charitable mission and growth.
Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
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Proven experience as a senior leader in ideally a non-profit or public sector organisation
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Strong and extensive operations management experience, financial leadership and programme delivery
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Experience of working on projects to integrate systems and improve processes / ways of working would be highly desirable
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Demonstrated success in strategic planning, organisational development and stakeholder engagement
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Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate staff
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Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, capable of representing the charity effectively to external audience
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Experience of working with a Charity Board of Trustees
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Proven ability to develop a long term financial strategy and plans
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Experience of developing and implementing processes and policies as well as setting standards and targets aligned to organisation objectives
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A commitment to the charity's mission and values
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Excellent numerical and analytical skills with the ability to distil and communicate complex financial information in a way that is easy to understand
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Ability to think strategically, anticipating future trends and developing plans accordingly
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Encourage innovation and seek to understand best practice from both inside and outside the sector
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Strong financial acumen and demonstrable ability to monitor, interpret and communicate financial information effectively is essential
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ACCA/CIMA/ACA or an equivalent finance qualification is desirable
First interviews: Monday 2 December – face to face at our offices in London Bridge
Second interviews: Thursday 5 December – remote
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Policy and Campaigns Manager is responsible for leading on CLAPA’s campaigning and policy work across the UK. This is a new direction for CLAPA and a key part of the role will be to develop a clear strategy and action plan to ensure a focused and targeted approach to this area of work.
The post-holder is responsible for ensuring that work is delivered to the highest standard and that the wider staff team and board of trustees are kept informed on progress and development.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a Trust & Property Manager to join our team, based in Nottingham.
The Congregational Federation is an Association of Independent local churches whose mission is to equip, enable, engage and empower the churches in their mission to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ. It came into being in 1972 following the apportionment of the assets of the former Congregational Union in England and Wales. The object of the Federation is the advancement of the Christian faith.
This is a significant opportunity to join this Christian charitable organisation whilst working in a varied and interesting environment.
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated Christian who will have the responsibility for ensuring that the trust and property needs of the Congregational Federation (CF) and Congregational Federation Ltd are met to a high standard and in line with the ethos of Congregationalism.
If successful, you will offer advice to member churches and manage all properties held. You will work as part of a team of staff and volunteers of the Congregational Federation to advance its work and aims.
We expect the candidate to have a proven track record in successful property management and experience of working with legal and charity trusts, significant experience in managing budgets and evidence of strong self-motivation supported by highly effective communication, negotiation and data management skills.
There is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a Christian.
Benefits include:
- Five weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Christmas closure
- Employer pension contribution of 10%
For further information and details on how to apply, please visit our website via the ‘Apply’ button and download the full Job Description.
Closing date: 9am on Monday 4th November 2024.
Interviews: Wednesday 20th November 2024.
Please note, applications made after the closing date will not be considered.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from people of different backgrounds. All our jobs are filled in line with our equal opportunities and diversity policy, which is available upon request.
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Could you be called to apply for your next leadership role in finance, working for the Church of England in the Diocese of Worcester?
If you are looking for a director level finance role in an inspiring environment, then this could be the opportunity for you. You will lead a small friendly team of six who ensure we exercise good stewardship over the resources entrusted to us. You will also be part of and work alongside an innovative and supportive senior management team. This role has responsibility for:
- Oversight of operational financial functions including statutory reporting and compliance
- Steering and advising on current and future financial strategy and policy.
- Supporting churches in their financial management alongside the oversight of trust funds vested in the board.
To meet the challenge, you will have a recognised professional qualification and be able to show a successful track record in a senior finance role in the financial, business or charitable sector (you will need knowledge of charity law in relation to reporting requirements). You will need to have managed the annual process and delivered the statutory accounts of a charity of a reasonable size.
We are a collaborative team so communication is key – you will be able to tell the story behind the numbers in an accessible way. If you have an ability to see and relate to the bigger picture whilst handling the detail brilliantly then that will be of real advantage.
The Diocese of Worcester is a great place to work with excellent holiday allowances and a very good pension. We want to give those who work for us the flexibility to balance their work and home lives well.
Hours: Monday to Friday with some work outside normal office hours, including evenings and occasional Saturdays as necessary.
Location: Hybrid working – home and office based (central Worcester). This post will involve travel occasionally. A current driving licence is essential unless suitable alternative arrangements can be made.
To apply: Please email your CV together with a covering letter providing evidence of how you meet the essential skills and experience we require (as outlined in the person specification in our application pack) This is an agile vacancy and, as such, may be closed with no notice, so if you are interested please apply immediately
The Church of England is committed to the safeguarding, care and nurture of everyone within our church community. In the Diocese of Worcester we follow and are committed to the Church of England's House of Bishops’ Safeguarding Policies and the relevant statutory legislation and guidance "Working together" to ensure the welfare of children and young people is paramount.
The Church of England is for everyone, and it is a priority for us to reflect the diversity of the community the Church serves across the whole diocese. We welcome all applications from interested and suitably qualified people, and particularly welcome applications from those of UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority heritage and people with disabilities and women, who are underrepresented at this level in our team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you a senior leader looking for a move into the charity sector OR already in the sector looking for your next challenge?
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At West Devon CVS, we are looking for a new Chief Officer to provide leadership, direction and overall management of the charity and our friendly team of 12 staff.
The role of Chief Officer in a VCSE infrastructure support organisation is wide-ranging and requires an agile leader, adept in relationship and people management and multi-tasking as well as being fearless in furthering the aims and objectives of the VCSE sector in West Devon. Someone who is capable of operating at both a strategic and an operational level.
Our Services and Projects
- Leadership and advocacy: We provide leadership in our community, strengthening our sector’s voice and influence on key decision-makers and funders.
- Partnerships and collaborations: We create and nurture opportunities for collaborative working by building networks and partnerships between local organisations and strategic partners so that communities are better equipped to collaborate and work together to develop and deliver projects; to respond in times of crisis; to understand need and develop solutions
- Community Development: Practical support to local voluntary and community organisations so that people and communities become more resilient and able to flourish. We provide training, resources and advice to strengthen the capabilities of local groups, enabling them to develop and strengthen their services.
- Active Citizenship: Active Citizenship and Volunteering is integral to thriving communities. We encourage and nurture volunteering opportunities, so that people can build connections and work together on things they care about, driving positive change locally.
- Health and Wellbeing Projects: Our projects deliver improved health and wellbeing outcomes where they can be supported by services from the not for profit sector. Current projects are Social Prescribing, Hospital Discharge and HOPE workshop facilitation. Whilst these projects are aimed at individuals it is with the explicit aim of re engaging them with their communities. The understanding of the services required and the ability to support services provide a wrap around service to the groups concerned.
If you enjoy a challenge then this is the role for you.
Please read the Recruitment pack attached
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Diocese is seeking a Church Building Support Officer to join our team on a fixed-term contract, to work closely with parishes to help secure sustainable futures for some of our most historic and cherished church buildings. You'll help PCCs to identify and explore complimentary non-worship uses for their buildings, helping them to become vibrant and viable centres of mission and community life. You’ll support them in ensuring the church buildings are fit for the future, fostering greater community engagement, and developing long-term sustainability strategies.
This role offers the opportunity to be part of a developing church buildings strategy, shaping the future approach to church building support within the Diocese. You will work closely with a range of stakeholders to bring these strategies to life, ensuring that churches remain places of worship, community activity, and cultural significance.
This is a new fixed-term post funded by the Church Commissioners of the Church of England through their Buildings for Mission funding. The funding is for an initial period of twenty months, ending in September 2026, unless the funding is extended.
The main responsibilities of the Church Building Support Officer are:
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Work with Parochial Church Councils (PCCs) to develop community action plans that align with local needs.
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Support PCCs in identifying mixed-use opportunities for the church building
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Facilitate the building of strong relationships with local groups, charities, and other partners to promote the wider use of church buildings.
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Help PCCs in maintaining and developing their buildings to accommodate wider uses, and ensure they are kept in good condition
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Foster volunteer engagement, helping churches recruit for new roles and groups to aid long-term sustainability.
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Capture and share key lessons from pilot projects to inform future diocesan strategies.
What we are looking for in a Church Building Support Officer:
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Experienced in project management and/or community development.
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A passion for the conservation and sustainable use of historic buildings.
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Strong relationship-building and networking skills, with experience working with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve shared goals
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An ability to inspire and support volunteer groups.
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A proactive and creative approach to problem-solving.
This post reports to the Church Buildings Development Officer, and is based in the Coventry Diocesan Offices. There will be the option to partially work from home.
For more information and an application form please click apply to be taken to our website
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Hybrid: Turn2us London Hub (Farringdon) & homeworking
About this role
Turn2us is a national charity tackling poverty and the structural causes of financial insecurity. We work with co-producers and partners to provide people in financial crisis with the means and agency to get back on their feet, build resilience, move forward with their lives and thrive.
As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to equity, inclusion and diversity and the value people from different backgrounds bring to a team. If, like us, you believe everyone has the right to have enough to live on, and you are ambitious about eradicating poverty, join us and build your career with a charity dedicated to ensuring dignity and equity for all.
The Head of EDIB is a fantastic opportunity to head a team that focuses on how Turn2us maximises the impact for people facing financial insecurity by developing equitable and inclusive processes to help embed a culture where equity and inclusion are engrained in everything we do. The team covers responsibilities for EDIB, safeguarding and co-production.
About You
You will bring experience of designing and implementing EDIB initiatives which have had a demonstrable effect on both organisational culture and the social impact of the organisation’s work. You will have previously worked with an extensive range of internal and external stakeholders to embed EDIB in their own areas. You will have an understanding of the barriers individuals face and an understanding of intersectionality and how that impacts experiences. You’ll need strong analytical skills to be able to translate data, research, and trends into strategy and actionable plans.
Please read the Head of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging Job Pack for further information.
How to apply
For more information, please read the Job Pack attached. Please apply on the Applied website via the Apply button.
Then, the next steps will be:
- You will then be asked to submit personal details including diversity data. All diversity data will be treated as confidential. Those involved in the selection process will NOT have access to it. The information given by candidates will be solely used for the purpose of improving the recruitment process.
- As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete some questions which are linked to the requirements of the role. These will be blind-reviewed, and the scoring of these will determine whether you move forward in the process.
- The closing date for applications is 20th November at 09:00AM.
Please let us know if you will require any special provision as a result of any disability should you be called for interview.
Turn2us is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from members of all communities. It is committed to equality of opportunity, inclusion and diversity. We encourage and welcome applications from all parts of the community regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Turn2us wants to enable an environment where everyone is kept safe from harm and can thrive. We are committed to safeguarding everyone involved in our charity and the work we do. You can read our safeguarding policy here.
If you join us at Turn2us, you will start on 25 days annual leave per annum (prorated for part time workers). Each year in the month you joined, you will receive additional day of leave up to a maximum of 30 days. On top of this you will receive bank holidays. The charity also offers 2 volunteering days per year to allow staff to gain experiences and skills outside of work for example at a food bank or becoming a trustee at another charity.
We offer flexible working patterns, both in terms of hours and remote working. Please note that all employees are required to work from the office a minimum of 4 days a month. Some roles may be required to be in the office more often than this and this will be agreed with the hiring manager upon starting at Turn2us.
Please note that all job offers are subject to 2 – 3 satisfactory references and a disclosure satisfactory to Turn2us from the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).