We are recruiting for 1 x Schools Coordinator post in the following regions and areas.
South West and Channel Islands – Dorset. 1xfull time 35 hpw, fixed term contract until 31/8/2027
- Home based.
- Must live within the advertised areas, as frequent travel is a requirement of the role.
- Access to a car for work travel and broadband are essential for the role.
About the role and the Schools Service:
Would you like to drive forward NSPCC's schools offer?
In 2021, the NSPCC announced a new 10+ year strategy to make the biggest impact we can to stop child abuse and neglect. Our Local Services teams are an essential part of how NSPCC's three main strategic goals will be delivered:
- Everyone plays their part to prevent child abuse.
- Every child is safe online.
- Children feel safe, listened to and supported.
Local Services brings together our work in schools, local campaigning and our direct services across 9 regions and nations. The Schools Service team plays an integral part of our mission as it's responsible for delivering the wider schools offer.
Do you;
- have experience of delivering or arranging programmes in either an educational or safeguarding setting;
- work well towards set targets/KPIs and objectives;
- have experience of management, retention and recruitment of volunteers;
- have well-developed communication and influencing skills;
- have experience of following safeguarding procedures;
- work with diverse groups of people;
- have effective time management, planning and organisation skills;
- work well as a team and work well remotely?
If so, we would love you to apply for the Schools Coordinator position.
As a member of our team, our organisational values and behaviours would be important to you. We want someone who will take a child-centred approach, has a strong belief in the rights of children, and has a clear understanding and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in all aspects of life and practice.
Reporting to the Schools Service Manager, the Schools Coordinator role will mainly be responsible for delivering the Schools Service and local offer to primary and secondary school settings. This includes (not an exhaustive list):
- Being the single point of contact for primary and secondary schools within the designated local educational authority areas, including non-mainstream settings;
- Working to set targets, KPIs and reach plans as agreed by your line manager;
- Responsibility for booking a minimum number of schools to deliver our Speak out. Stay safe programme;
- Overseeing the booking and delivery of NSPCC volunteer led workshops (to 6-7- and 9–11-year-olds);
- Actively engaging with and approaching secondary schools with our new Talk Relationships service and wider offer;
- Leading, supervising and supporting a team of high calibre schools service volunteers;
- Carrying out quality assurance visits through direct observations of volunteer deliveries, giving constructive feedback;
- Ensuring training and sign off plans are in place for new volunteers, which may include some co-delivery with a Schools Coordinator in schools for some areas;
- Providing effective individual and group volunteer supervisions;
- Planning and implementing volunteer recruitment/attraction strategies;
- Building and maintaining internal and external relationships, attending events or actively stewarding our offer with stakeholders;
- Following NSPCC Schools Service safeguarding procedures to the required standards;
- Collaboration with internal colleagues across the organisation in region;
- Being an active contributor to priority projects;
- Commitment to continued professional development and practice sharing.
How to apply
We will only consider a fully completed standard NSPCC application form, including a supporting statement.
The supporting statement is where you can provide your experience and clear examples that demonstrate each point of the person specification (1 to 10). The person specification can be found at the end of the job description (downloadable from this vacancy page).
It is a good idea to follow the order of the person specification in your supporting statement.
Please remember to state the area and post you are applying for at the top of your supporting statement.
Closing date: midnight on the last date advertised.
We encourage early applications, as we reserve the right to close the advert before the closing date if we receive a high volume of applications that meet the minimum criteria.
First stage Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams within two weeks of the closing date. Successful candidates from stage one will be invited to a second interview (dates tbc).
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Caseworker to join our Operations team in Lincolnshire working 22.5 hours per week, please note that this role may require regular travel throughout the area.
Do you want to make a difference every day to the lives of victims? Do you want to advocate for change & improvement for those who need it?
Are you resilient and adaptable? Can you work effectively with a focus on support and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
As a Caseworker, you will provide structured, tailored support plans based on holistic assessments for individuals affected by crime. You will make initial contact with victims via the telephone, then tailor the support to the Victims preferences i.e. home visits or via conference calls, to explain our services, and assess the impact of crime. Your responsibilities will include developing, delivering, and monitoring safety and support plans, providing resources, interventions, and information to service users.
As a Caseworker you will:
- Manage a caseload of self-referred & referred service users, providing information & advocacy to help them navigate the criminal justice process.
- Conduct risk & needs assessments, ensuring each victim receives tailored support & information.
- Identify barriers to accessing services & work with partners to provide ongoing support.
- Keep accurate & confidential case records.
About You
You will have an understanding of the impact of crime on victims & experience in delivering services within a statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency setting. Experience in managing a caseload and of completing risk & needs assessments would be beneficial.
You will need:
- Strong written & verbal communication skills.
- Competent IT skills, able to use generic systems.
- Good organisational & time management skills, able to manage competing needs and priorities.
- To work effectively both as part of a team & independently
- To develop & maintain partnerships with internal & external organisations.
- The ability to maintain professional boundaries & confidentiality.
This role involves regular travel and due to the location, a driving license and access to a vehicle is considered an essential requirement. If you are unable to drive because of a disability, please indicate this in your application in your personal statement so we can explore the feasibility of alternative arrangements.
If you are passionate about supporting victims of crime and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.
About Us:
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply:
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role Overview:
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with the client on a fantastic Events Fundraiser role. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful charity work by delivering engaging fundraising events that inspire supporters, maximise income, and foster lasting relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement operational and marketing plans for allocated events to ensure timely delivery within budget and meet income targets.
- Monitor financial performance, KPIs, and supporter engagement, adjusting strategies as needed to maximise success.
- Manage a diverse portfolio of high-value supporters and volunteers, providing personalised stewardship and recognition to enhance retention and long-term commitment.
- Lead supporter journeys, optimise communication strategies, and develop tailored fundraising materials to facilitate growth across events.
- Cultivate relationships with supporters, stakeholders, and external partners to unlock new fundraising opportunities and increase event participation.
- Oversee the recruitment, training, and management of event volunteers, ensuring efficient support for event activities.
- Collaborate with internal teams to evaluate processes, improve supporter experiences, and ensure compliance with legal, data protection, and organisational policies.
- Contribute to department initiatives, including sourcing corporate participation and developing new fundraising concepts to broaden income streams.
Person Specification:
- Demonstrated experience in event or supporter-led fundraising, with a track record of growing income and engagement.
- Excellent supporter care skills, with the ability to build rapport and deliver a high-quality service to a diverse supporter base.
- Strong organisational and project management skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in ICT tools such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and databases, with a good understanding of data management and analysis.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, adaptable to various audiences and stakeholders.
- Knowledge of fundraising regulations, data protection, and equalities policy, ensuring activities comply with best practices and legal standards.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a solutions-focused approach to achieving objectives.
What’s on Offer:
- Salary: Circa £29,500
- Location: Remote – Occasional regional travel
- Contract: 12-month FTC
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity:
The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.


