Project Coordinator - Children's Services Funding (Fixed Term - 12 months).Fixed term for 12 months

21 hours per week

£29,209 pro rata (plus allowances)

Based at Action for Children, 10 Great Queen Street, Holborn, London, WC2B 5DG, working from The Children's Society, Whitecross Studios, Banner Street, EC1Y 8ST as required.

Action for Children and The Children's Society are seeking a motivated individual to play a leading role in coordinating the activities of the UK's leading children's charities in their ongoing campaign to secure additional investment in services for children and young people provided by local authorities across England.

The successful candidate will begin working at an exciting time and building on a strong foundation of joint working over the past 12 months. The role will be based at Action for Children's London office with occasional work at The Children's Society's London office. You will be managed by the Campaigns and Activism Manager at Action for Children with regular contact time with the Public Affairs Manager at The Children's Society.

If you are a candidate with excellent communication skills, well organised, politically astute, and a grasp of the pressures facing children's services, this is the role for you.

Key activities of the role will include:

-Delivering key elements of the integrated campaign plan

-Attending external meetings to represent the campaign

-Getting involved in the research element of the campaign

-Taking decisions to advance the progress of the campaign

-Organising meetings of the children's charities associated with the campaign, drafting agendas and taking minutes.

-Supporting the communications, policy, supporter engagement and public affairs elements of the campaign

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

-Excellent communication and organisational skills

-Keen political awareness

-Excellent team work skills

-Experience of working on a campaign

-An ability to understand complex policy areas

ABOUT ACTION FOR CHILDREN

Action for Children protects and supports over 387,000 children, young people and their families every year, providing practical and emotional care and support, ensuring their voices are heard, and campaigning to bring lasting improvements to their lives.

ABOUT THE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY

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.

The closing date for applications is midnight on Sunday 8th December.

Interviews will be held on the week commencing 16th December.

Community Catalysts CIC is a busy, buzzy social enterprise that tries hard to live up to its name. We’re starting an exciting new project in Kingston upon Thames in partnership with people with a learning disability and those living on the autistic spectrum, people with mental health needs or a physical disability. The aim of the project is to help them think differently about what they do with their time.

We know that people with a disability have skills, passions and interests that are often unseen and untapped. We know that with the right support people can be really creative about collaborating, and can share their passion by establishing their own group, activity or opportunity for the benefit of themselves and others in the community.

That is where you come in…

To do this job you must:

• Have energy and imagination
• Understand the world of care - but maybe feel it could do with a bit of a shake up!
• Be a real people person - able to work well with all sorts of folks with confidence
• Instinctively forge partnerships and make connections - and join up dots that are sometimes less than obvious
• Be able to spot what people are good at and care about - and nurture it

Have a look at our website and the job description and person specification for more information about us and the job.

This is a 37.5 hours per week role and a 22 month fixed term contract.

Closing date for applications is on 22nd November at 5.00pm and interviews will take place on 3rd December in Kingston upon Thames. Applications will only be accepted in hard copy.

We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community.

The Association of Directors of Public Health (ADPH) is a Charity and Company Limited by guarantee and is the representative body for Directors of Public Health (DPH) in the UK.

It seeks to improve and protect the health of the population through collating and presenting the views of DsPH; advising on public health policy and legislation at a local, regional, national and international level; facilitating a support network for DsPH; and providing opportunities for DsPH to develop professional practice.

The Association has a rich heritage, its origins dating back more than 160 years. It is a collaborative organisation working in partnership with others to maximise the voice for public health. 

We are now looking to employ to the full-time permanent position as Engagement Project Coordinator. The successful candidate will co-ordinate ADPH events, including the use of technology to facilitate remote access to meeting and workshops, and provide regular membership updates to build upon the support offer to Directors of Public Health. 

Candidates must be comfortable working independently in an administrative role and have experience of project and event management.

Please apply in writing with a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and a current CV.

The closing date is November 22nd, with interviews expected w/c 02/12. However, we do reserve the right to close the application process early should a suitable candidate be available and would therefore urge those interested to apply asap.

Project Coordinator

Active Together is a 12-week sport and physical activity programme for families in Tower Hamlets. It supports children and adults to participate in physical activity sessions together in local schools and community centres. Active Together is part of the Bromley by Bow Centre’s wider Sport and Physical Activity programme, funded by Sport England until 30th September 2021.

Project Coordinator Responsibilities:

- Act as the main point of contact for families attending the Active Together programme.
- Provide regular communication with families during and after the programme.
- In liaison with the Active Together Coordinator, produce personalised action plans for families and support them to achieve their plans.
- Provide families with information and opportunities to support their continued access to physical activity and sports locally.
- Undertake quarterly surveys with families as part of programme monitoring and evaluation.

Project Coordinator Requirements:

- Good understanding of the issues affecting families who live a sedentary lifestyle.
- Ability to relate to people from different backgrounds and with a range of support needs including people with mental health issues and long-term conditions.
- Understanding of the wider social determinants of health, poverty and discrimination issues that affect members of the local community.
- Experience of contributing to monitoring and reporting on services.
- Experience and understanding of working in a diverse setting.

About Bromley by Bow Centre:

The Bromley by Bow Centre is a vibrant community charity in the heart of East London. It has a national and international reputation for its highly innovative approach which inspires and empowers local people to transform their lives. The Centre delivers an incredible range of projects based on a unique model that combines social entrepreneurship, the arts, learning, social support, horticulture and holistic and integrated health programmes.

The charity supports families, young people and adults of all ages to learn new skills, improve their health and wellbeing, find employment and develop the confidence needed to achieve things they could never have dreamed of.

Location: London, E3 3BT

Job type: Part Time, Fixed Term Contract from December 2019 to end September 2021, 14 hours per week

Salary: £25,000 to £27,000 per annum (pro rata)

Benefits: Pro rata 27 days pa plus 3 days for Christmas plus bank

Closing date: 28th November 2019 - 5:00 pm
Interview date week commencing: 2nd December 2019

You may have experience of the following: Project Coordinator, Liaison Officer, Family Support Officer, Project Worker, Support Worker, Care Worker, Case Worker, Family Liaison Officer, Vulnerable, Charities, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, etc

Ref: 90293

Project Coordinator - Hoarding 

Salary £22,238 - £24,986

Birmingham - covering Castle Vale ward and Sutton Coldfield

Full Time

Fixed Term to 30 September 2021

Our client is building a new team of dedicated and passionate people to deliver a new and exciting wellbeing project in the Sutton Coldfield and Castle Vale areas of Birmingham.

• Are you committed to improving the wellbeing of people with complex needs?

• Are you empathetic, sensitive and committed to taking a personalised approach? 

• Do you have experience of working with people affected by self-neglect or  hoarding disorder? 

• Are you organised, innovative and motivated? 

If so they would love to hear from you.

Working with some of the most vulnerable adults in the local area, often at times of crisis, their project aims to provide support and services that will improve lives whilst growing important networks around the people that need them most.

Working as part of the Wellbeing First team, the successful candidate will lead on their exciting Hoarding pilot, developing holistic approaches to supporting people affected by hoarding and/or self-neglect which may escalate to hoarding behaviours.

Due to the nature of the project there may be occasions when evening or weekend work is required. 

Applications should be submitted no later than midday on Friday 22nd November 2019.

Are you passionate about arts, inclusivity and positive social impact?

We are excited to be recruiting a motivated Arts and Culture Project Coordinator. This is a full-time, permanent position for an organised and personable creative-thinker with two years minimum experience in a participatory or community-facing arts role.

Westway Trust is based in West London’s vibrant Portobello area and is dedicated to the social, cultural, environmental and economic wellbeing of the vibrant and diverse community across North Kensington.

The Arts and Culture Project Coordinator will work closely with the Head of Arts and Culture to plan and deliver an exciting and wide-ranging programme of projects and development programmes that develop talent, animate our spaces and elevate local communities.

To view the full job description and apply for this exciting role, visit Westway Trust's website.

Project Coordinator, Bike Life, Scotland

(Ref: SUS2793)

£27,255 per annum

37.5 hours per week – initial fixed term contract to 30 June 2020

based in Edinburgh

We are looking for a dynamic individual to lead on the successful planning, implementation and delivery of the Bike Life Scotland project. This exciting project, delivered in partnership with Scotland’s local authorities and as part of the UK wide Bike Life project, is a robust assessment of city cycling development. Integrated with Sustrans Scotland other programmes, Bike Life Scotland aims to maximise the impact of urban focused work.

Educated to degree level or equivalent, you will have experience of project management and partnership working. Your excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal and presentation skills are essential as is your ability to source and write engaging content. You will have knowledge of Scottish Government policies and the context for active travel in Scotland and you will have a good understanding of the important of research led evidence to support behaviour change.  You will be committed to the promotion of sustainable transport.

Closing date for the receipt of completed applications is 9am on Monday 25 November 2019.  Interviews will take place in Edinburgh week commencing Monday 2 December 2019.

Sustrans is committed to reducing inequality, valuing diversity and enabling inclusion.  We welcome applications from people with the appropriate skills from all parts of the community.

Project Coordinator – Personal Support Worker Service (Ref: FMPC-1019)

Salary: £22,750 per annum
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Contract:  1 year fixed term, with potential to extend depending on service needs.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, resourceful and motivated person to provide management support for Centre 404’s Personal Support Worker Finding and Matching Service, which provides support to people with learning disabilities living in their own homes in North London.

The post-holder will contribute to the management of the service leading on managing the rota and providing support to a large number of people through a staff team based in and around North London.

The ideal candidate will be highly organised and thorough in their working style, able to manage a busy and varied workload. They will also be flexible and able to respond well within a fast-paced environment.  Excellent IT skills, good time management, care and attention to detail are essential for this post, as are a logical and timely approach to tasks and the ability to plan ahead. 

This is an excellent opportunity for somebody to develop their skills and gain experience in a more senior role within a dynamic and innovative service.

Internal Applicants: Please submit an expression of interest that addresses the requirements of the person specification, by giving examples of how you meet each criteria to demonstrate your suitability for the post. We encourage you to draw on your experience from your existing role at Centre 404 and explain what skills you have gained from it that are relevant to this role.

Please check your email for confirmation that your application has been received and to follow further instructions if applicable.

Closing date: 18th November at 12pm, although applications will be considered for shortlisting on a rolling basis, and the closing date will be brought forward if a successful candidate is found prior to 18th November

Interviews held on: Week commencing 18th November 

Centre 404 is dedicated to staff development and supervision and we will provide a detailed induction and on-going training and support. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and we are looking to recruit people who share these values. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK and two satisfactory references.

We are dedicated to providing a meaningful and rewarding work environment, as well as offering a range of perks and benefits for our staff to enjoy.

Centre 404 is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Charity ref number 299889

Simplified Recruitment is a Job Advertising Agency working on behalf of Centre 404. By applying for this position you are giving us permission to pass your CV and covering letter to a third party in relation to recruitment. A full copy of our privacy policy can be viewed on our website.

 Ref: SR506279

RedbridgeCVS is seeking to recruit a Social Prescribing Project Coordinator to join our current Social Prescribing team. The role will involve delivering a Social Prescribing Service to Redbridge residents registered with a GP and affected by either of these conditions: 1) type 2 diabetes; 2) low-level mental health issues or 3)social isolation. The role will involve supporting these individuals on a one-to-one basis in accessing relevant local services to improve their health and wellbeing, through our team of Social Prescribing Advisors and Health and Wellbeing Buddies. 
 

This role is fixed term to the end of August 2020.

We are currently seeking a Project and Partnership Co-ordinator who will support the Director of Outreach and coordinate the effective organisation and communication of a number of partnership and outreach projects, student placements and volunteering activity across the School.

You will need excellent administration, communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work independently. You will also need to be flexible in your approach, as regular evening and weekend work will be required.

For further information about Latymer Upper School please visit our website.

To apply and access further information about the role and employee benefits, please visit our dedicated recruitment website via the Apply link.

Closing date: 9am Wednesday, 20 November 2019.

Interview date: Tuesday, 26 November 2019.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references.

Careers Project Co-ordinator
London, EC2A
£28,130 - £32,865 per annum

Are you a strong organiser? Do you have experience of working with young people? Are you knowledgeable about options for young people after they leave school?

We are looking for a Project Co-ordinator to run a project which aims to broaden career aspirations and outcomes for deaf young people. This will be achieved by establishing a model for the provision of tailored careers advice through working closely with sensory services in five local authority areas.

You will be tasked with organising careers workshops for deaf young people, leading on the development of new resources to compliment the workshop. You will also create and disseminate a toolkit so these workshops can be replicated by local authority staff.

You will work directly with deaf young people to design and deliver two dissemination events where the toolkit can be promoted.

The role will also include undertaking work outside of the scope of the funded project which will involve mirroring the approach outlined above in other areas of the UK.

To apply for this role you will have to complete an online application and specify how you meet the person specification criteria, as outlined in the job description. To do this, we suggest that you download the job description from our website prior to starting your application.

Currently, the application process works best on desktop / laptop devices.

The closing date for applications is on Thursday 28 November 2019 at 23.59.

We expect interviews to be held in London on Friday 13 December 2019.

A disclosure check will be sought in relation to the successful applicant for this post. This will be shared with Human Resources and may also be shared with the Safeguarding Manager and the relevant management team. All applicants must also complete a self-disclosure form.

We strive to provide an accessible recruitment process. If a disability or long term condition makes it difficult for you to complete our application form, please contact us to discuss alternative formats. If you require reasonable adjustments for taking part in the interview, please indicate this in response to the corresponding question in the application form.

Additional information about the support we offer is on our jobs page.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to offering interviews to candidates who request to be considered under the disability confident scheme and meet the minimum requirements of the person specification.

The National Deaf Children’s Society is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young adults and expects staff and volunteers to share that commitment.

We are also committed to promoting work-life balance amongst our staff.

To apply for the role of Careers Project Co-ordinator, please apply via the button shown.

This job is being posted by Webrecruit on behalf of National Deaf Children's Society. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Other organisations may call this role Project Co-ordinator, Workshop Co-ordinator, Skills Training Co-ordinator, Skills Workshop Co-ordinator, Careers Advisor, Careers Workshop Co-ordinator, or Careers Fair Co-ordinator.

We have a new exciting opportunity, not to be missed! At DEBRA we are currently looking for a Team Project Co-ordinator to join our team based in Bracknell. You will join our team on a part time, 2 year contract working 4 days per week. This role has the potential to become permanent.

The worth of every activity at DEBRA is assessed by the impact it has to improve the quality of life for those in the EB community, a group of 3000+ people in the UK who have the genetic skin condition EB.  For over 40 years, the charity DEBRA has been providing care and funding research to try to cure this devastating condition.

About the Team Project Co-ordinator role

You will contribute to the effectiveness and efficiency of the Membership, Community Support and Healthcare initiatives by developing and providing project co-ordination and management.

You will:

- Develop a directorate plan and system to manage current and future projects (to include, overview of projects, budgets, time frame, reporting).

- Develop template project plans for future directorate projects, incorporating the requirements from other departments eg. Comms and fundraising.

- Assist in project plan development, including written, power point and formal presentation in person.

- Review current project management recording systems and, where necessary, create new methods to ensure data is recorded accurately and within specific timescales.

- Assist in developing project outcome measures and tools to record such data.

- Write/assist as required reports on projects.

- Manage project budgets.

- Train, as required, team members to use any system that is established.

- Provide effective administrative support for projects.

What we’re looking for in our Team Project Co-ordinator:

- Excellent administrative skills, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.

- Communicates information, both oral and written, in a clear, accurate and concise manner taking into account the needs of the audience.

- Understanding of project planning.

- Understanding of budget management.

The Benefits!

- 10% non-contributory pension

- 5 weeks’ holiday + BHs

- Life assurance – 3 x salary

- General sick pay

- 33% discount in DEBRA shops

- Flexible working

DEBRA is the national charity that supports individuals and families affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) – a painful genetic skin blistering condition which, in the worst cases, can be fatal.

Our vision:

We have a vision of a world where no one suffers from the painful genetic skin condition EB.

Until that day, DEBRA focuses its work in two areas:

- We fund pioneering research to find effective treatments and, ultimately, a cure for EB.

- We provide care and support to individuals and families living with EB.

We couldn’t do any of this without raising substantial funds, which is why you will be so integral to our success.

If you are enthusiastic about the contribution you could make and would like to join our team as our new National EB Community Support Team Manager please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, we’d love to hear from you!

To provide an advice, information, signposting and befriending service for older people and to oversee the charity’s social activities in order to reduce isolation and social exclusion in Ockbrook and Borrowash

Some flexibility on salary depending on qualifications and experience. Some flexibility on when hours are worked.

ABOUT US

Borrowbrook Home Link was established in 2002. We are a registered charity which aims to improve the lives of older people in the villages of Ockbrook and Borrowash by providing services and support that enables them to maintain their independence and participate fully in the life of their local community. We do this by:

• helping to improve confidence and self-esteem;

• giving information about physical and mental health support;

• giving information about welfare benefits and other schemes for older people;

• giving information about and /or running social activities;

• working with community partners to integrate older people into the wider community;

• developing and improving relationships across the community: and

• offering a befriending service where appropriate, which may be either by telephone or in person.

In short, we aim to ‘Reduce isolation and social exclusion among older people in Ockbrook and Borrowash.’

Borrowbrook Home Link is overseen by a small group of trustees.

If you would like to work with older people and you are committed to improving their lives then this job could be for you.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

To provide an advice, information and signposting service for older people in the villages of Ockbrook and Borrowash.

To oversee the charity’s social activities for older people in Ockbrook and Borrowash.

To produce a quarterly newsletter for members.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

To whom: Trustees

For whom: Volunteers

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.To provide information, advice and support to older people in the two villages of Ockbrook and Borrowash. This might typically include: pensions, other benefits, health matters, debt, scams, public services, local activities, befriending.

2. To signpost people on to external specialist agencies where necessary, such as: money advice services, befriending services, health services, bereavement support services.

3. To recruit, and supervise volunteers to help with the social activities we run for members.

4. To manage the Borrowbrook Home Link office and to oversee project’s activities at other venues, such as lunch clubs or coffee mornings.

5. To liaise between the members, volunteers, trustees, statutory agencies, voluntary bodies and other external organisations.

6. To provide volunteers with low-level support and basic training.

7. To carry out all everyday administrative tasks relating to the charity such as: keeping financial records; keeping records relating to members; paying bills; managing the petty cash; liaising with stakeholders; liaising with commercial organisations.

8. To maintain basic system of bookkeeping and produce simple system of annual accounts to be sent to external auditor.

9. To ensure up to date records of volunteers’ activities are kept; to agree all expenses claims; and to ensure the claimants expenses are reimbursed.

10. To ensure all Health & Safety requirements and Environmental Health requirements are observed around all the charity’s activities.

11. To co-ordinate appropriate transport, ensuring that all financial and legal requirements are met.

12. To attend Trustees’ Meetings when requested and present a simple report of the charity’s activities.

13. To ensure the charity’s anti-discrimination policies, its equal opportunities policies, and other standards set by the charity are adhered to by yourself, volunteers, members and service providers.

14. To advertise charity’s activities to members.

15. To comply with all aspects of the General Data Protection Act.

16. To comply with the charity’s Computer Network Acceptable Use Policy.

17. To organise and run twice yearly volunteer meetings.

18. To promote and assist in the running of fund-raising activities.

19. To produce and print the charity’s quarterly newsletter for members.

20. To provide support to members using free computer facility at office.

21. To ensure all safeguarding policies and procedures are followed.

22. To phone vulnerable members periodically to check on their welfare.

23. Any other reasonable duties that the trustees feel appropriate to the good running of the project.

24. To assist the trustees in applying for funding from external agencies, if necessary.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Experience

• Previous office and administrative experience.

• Experience of using Microsoft office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Qualifications

• Must be educated to GCSE Level or equivalent, including English Language and Maths at Grade C or above.

Skills and Knowledge

• An understanding of the needs of older people within the community.

• Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with people at all levels and maintain a very high level of confidentiality.

• Ability to organise and run meetings, social events and to help and advise the committee regarding fund raising and funding bids to external agencies.

• Excellent communication skills, oral and written, and interpersonal skills.

• Good organisational and time management skills.

• Excellent IT/ computer skills, including use of internet, word processing, spreadsheets, document layout etc.

Other Factors

• Commitment to ongoing personal development and training, where necessary.

• Commitment to the aims and ethos of Borrowbrook Home Link.

Personal Qualities

• A commitment to the wellbeing of older people

• The ability to communicate well with older people and to show empathy and understanding in supporting them.

• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

• Able to work flexibly

• Able to work alone and on own initiative.

Equalities

• Awareness of, and commitment to Equal Opportunities, anti-discriminatory working practices and quality assurance.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience of working with older people or in providing either similar support or social care support to a different age group.

• Previous experience of giving general advice and information about the relevant services and of signposting.

• Clean driving licence and the use of a car, appropriately insured.

Any job offer will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check. The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions Order 1975) and the criminal record check will include checking local Police Records and details held on the Police National Computer. In addition, the Disclosure and Barring Service will check with the Department of Health and the Department of Education the list of employees considered not suitable to work with children or vulnerable adults. 

Four exciting opportunities have arisen for 1 Lead Programme Manager, 2 Project Managers and 1 Project Coordinator to join our expanding Architecture & Built Environment (A&BE) team here at Design Council.

Design Council is an independent charity with a purpose to make life better by Design. Our vision is a world where the role and value of design is recognised as a fundamental creator of value, enabling happier, healthier and safer lives for all.

As we approach our 75th Anniversary, the A&BE team are expanding to support delivery of a range of exciting programmes. Having recently completed the new National Design Guide, we are supporting Government initiatives such as Homes 2030 and the High Street Task Force, alongside our design support work for Local Authorities, Universities and developers. We’re working on some of the UK’s most exciting Built Environment projects from complex urban regeneration schemes to the UK’s most challenging infrastructure projects.

These roles will work with our unique network of expert professionals in the built environment sector to enable and inspire our clients to create and deliver better places.

These are great roles if:

• You have a passion for inclusive place-making through your experience in architecture, planning, urban design and place-making
• You have the ability to design programmes of support for Local Authorities, Government and private sector clients
• You have experience of engaging stakeholders in design and disseminating advice
• You want to gain design experience working with leading UK expertise on some of the country’s most exciting projects

For further information on the job description and how to apply, please visit our website using the link below.