Temporary Jobs
Permanent contract until 31st March - with potential to extend to June
37 hours per week
£26,269.74 per annum / pro rata (plus allowances)
Location - Manchester
The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We run local services that support children when they are at their most vulnerable and in desperate need of help. We're there for children, every step of the way.
This role sits within our youth impact domain in our Manchester Missing Service. This is an impactful, and rewarding role, where you will be part of a supportive team, who supports young people in the care system.
TYPE OF PERSON YOU'RE LOOKING FOR/ WHAT'S EXPECTED OF THEM
We are currently looking for an empathetic practitioners, who can build trusting relationships with young people, to join our dynamic, ambitious team.
A key part of this role will be your ability to:
-To complete Missing from Care Return Interviews with children and young people.
-Assess needs and risk, providing short term support
-Take specific responsibility for direct work with referred children and young people and manage own caseload
-To co-work interventions with colleagues from the multi-disciplinary team and those in other agencies
-To ensure all safeguarding procedures are followed and supervised appropriately
-To work with children and your people to enable them to have a voice and influence in our work.
-To actively work within a non-judgmental, anti-oppressive framework and value cultural diversity.
-To collect data and maintain records to a high professional standard and according to policies and guidance.
-To contribute to reports regularly to partners highlighting key data, trends, gaps and other significant lessons.
-To ensure work is undertaken in line with corporate policies and procedures e.g. safeguarding, administration and record management, data protection, consent and confidentiality.
-To actively participate in supervisions, team meetings and develop/evolve the work of the Service to meet changing needs.
-To actively work within a non-judgmental, anti-oppressive framework and value cultural diversity
-To support team members, providing advice and guidance and share skills/experience
KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
In order to be successful in this role, you must have:
-Negotiation, facilitation and advocacy skills.
-Ability to communicate with a wide range of children and young people, families, colleagues and partner agencies.
-Assessment and evaluation skills.
-Accurate recording skills.
-IT skills in Microsoft Office .
-Ability to work on own initiative and to reflect on own practice and performance
Benefits - 28 days holiday per year (plus Bank holidays), Family-friendly policies, Cycle to work scheme, Pension- employee contributions of up to 8%, Death in service benefit, Discounted health scheme, Free confidential counselling service
INFO 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.
Therefore, candidates applying for work in our Youth Impact Domain will be required to complete an “Employment history_template” document prior to interview. The fully completed document should be loaded by the candidate at the point of uploading your CV.
The closing date for applications is Midnight on 19th of May.
Interviews will be held on the week commencing 20th of May
If you would like more information, or to talk through the role, please contact [email protected]
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
In this varied and rewarding role, you will engage with a range of groups; providing support through a variety of methods, you will empower and help them to clearly identify issues and design and co-produce their own sustainable solutions. This will include working with for example, seldom heard groups such as children and young people; promoting active community involvement and supporting initiatives to ensure their neighbourhood is a great place to live.
We are looking for someone who can quickly build relationships with people, create activities they want to take part in and identify ways these activities can be sustained.
You will be passionate about building capacity and resilience and be enthusiastic about sharing knowledge with people in an accessible and creative way.
You will have excellent communication skills and be comfortable working with local residents, volunteers and other stakeholders. You will have experience of community work and a track record of achieving positive outcomes at a neighbourhood level.
You should be comfortable in taking the lead, with an open and supportive style that encourages community participation and volunteering.
You will have a desire to get things done and a passion for people.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are seeking a full time experienced administrative officer to support our Best Years Hub. This role will act as the first point of contact for all services users and volunteers who are referred to the hub.
The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years experience in a similar role, good administrative skills, a pleasant and helpful telephone manner, good attention to details and experience of using all Microsoft packages, WordPress, Canva and all social media platforms.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
We are looking for an experienced individual to co-ordinate day to day delivery of the Best Years Project to include supervision of liaison officer, administration officer and recruitment and supervision of all volunteers who will provide emotional and practical support to individuals over the age of 65 with long term health conditions. The successful applicant will have experience of managing and recruiting volunteers, an understanding of the structure of local health services and the local voluntary sector and a minimum of 3 years’ experience of managing a similar service or project.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are recruiting for a Health IDVA to join our team in Kingston; the scope on this job involves….
Job Title: Health IDVA
Location: Kingston
Salary: £28,104 per annum
Contract type: Fixed-term (6 months, until 5 December 2024), Full-time
Hours: 37.5
We want kind and empathic people to work at Refuge, who believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion, are experts in their area of knowledge, want to make a positive difference and improve the lives of the women and children we support.
This is an opportunity to join Refuge as a Health Independent Domestic Violence Advocate to supporting women and children who are impacted by domestic violence. You will work closely with victims of domestic abuse from the point of crisis, to provide high quality independent advocacy and support to survivors of domestic abuse at the highest risk and their children.
This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
Closing date: 9am on 20 May 2024
Interview date: 24 May 2024
Benefits
Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.
Are you a seasoned finance professional with a passion for driving impactful change? My client is seeking a dynamic leader to spearhead their Financial Performance Team. As the Senior Strategic Finance Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring their financial strategies align seamlessly with their mission-driven initiatives.
The main responsibilities of the interim Senior Strategic Finance Manager are:
- Lead, manage, and inspire a high-performing team to maximise their potential and drive results.
- Cultivate strong relationships with senior stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor to challenge and support strategic decision-making.
- Drive improvements in charitable funding strategies and financial performance across diverse initiatives and partnerships.
- Oversee the enhancement of financial reporting and planning processes to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Conduct thorough financial due diligence on funding applicants and monitor risk associated with existing awards, implementing mitigation strategies as necessary.
My client is looking for:
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA or relevant qualification.
- Experience managing complex strategic projects with multiple stakeholders.
- Proficiency in building and influencing relationships at the senior level.
- Strong people management skills with a focus on mentorship and development.
- Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
My client can offer a flexible approach to working, with 2 days a week going into the office based in central London and the rest working remotely. There is also a strong opportunity for this role to get extended or go permanent.
Applications are under constant review and the post can close early if the right candidate is found. Please apply immediately if this role is of interest.
In our company values we aim for equity at all stages of the recruitment process, please let us know if we can do anything to make the process more accessible to you.
Harris Hill is seeking an Interim Corporate Fundraiser to help identify, research, and engage new corporate prospects.
The role is 3 months, 3-5dpw and are offering up to £200 per day. This can be worked as a freelancer billing directly OUTSIDE IR35 or PAYE through the agency.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Research and identify a pipeline of qualified prospective corporate donors who are headquartered in the UK/Europe and have the capacity and propensity to give at the six-figure level.
Engage and cultivate new high value corporate/corporate foundation donors.
Create compelling propositions which reflect the organisations operational needs and aligns with donor interests.
Work with the Director of Fundraising to plan cultivation events across 2024.
Specific activities:
Identify a long list of UK/Europe headquartered corporate/corporate foundation prospects, with the propensity and capacity to support at the £100K+ level. Categorising those who can fund an specific project (£300k) and those who may be smaller in scale.
Shortlist and screen prospects to create a ‘priority pipeline’ of Corporate prospects whose interests align with organisational mission, and have the capacity to fund a specific project (£300k).
Identify contact details for all priority prospects, always aligning with GDPR.
Support the Director of Fundraising with targeted outreach and making direct approaches, with the aim to secure an exploratory meeting.
Securing new meetings with 20+ new prospects.
As required, writing compelling proposals relevant to donor interests.
High level proposal submitted on possible cultivation / networking events that they should attend in 2024.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Experience in corporate Fundraising in the charity sector
A proven track record of identifying, engaging and securing five/six figure gifts from corporate/ corporate foundations in a charity setting.
Solid research skills to identify and screen prospective donors.
Ability to create compelling proposals for new audiences and influence support.
Personal Qualities
Excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and ability to work independently to deliver goals.
If you would like to find out more about the organisation and the work they do, please get in touch.
Please check the other roles we have available:
- Education and Wellbeing Specialist (mental health) full or part-time
- Counsellor (part time)
Check our Brook Careers website for more details about the available roles.
About Education & Wellbeing Coordinator (mental health) role:
Hours: Part-Time 30 hours per week with the option to join 4 day week and go down to 24 hours after passing probation with no decrease in salary
Contract: Fixed Term - contract end date 31/03/25
Location: Truro, Cornwall
Salary: £30,000 pro rata
Closing date: 28/05/24
Application Tip: Ensure your supporting statement refers to the person specification as this will assist in a successful sift through to the interview stage.
Job Overview:
To provide high quality, flexible local management for mental health and wellbeing services in targeted education and youth settings and the mental health hub ensuring successful service coordination including all operational elements and ongoing delivery.
To provide high quality management support and supervision to a team of Education and Wellbeing Specialists and Counsellors who deliver mental health and wellbeing interventions and provide information, advice and guidance to people aged 11 to 24.
To work collaboratively to ensure Brook is aware of and accessing service and business developmental opportunities.
To learn more about the role and person specification please read attached 'role specification'.
About Brook:
Brook is the UK’s leading sexual health and wellbeing charity. We are committed to changing attitudes, challenging prejudice and championing equality.
Our unique combination of clinical services and education programmes are designed to meet individual needs and instill positive behaviours that influence their whole lives. Our digital solutions help us reach even greater numbers of young people and professionals, and our expansion into all-age services ensures that whole communities can benefit from our inclusive, non-judgmental approach to sexual and reproductive health.
We are continuously listening to and learning from our service users and the communities we support. We amplify the voices of those who face barriers to access, ensuring that sexual health remains high on the political agenda and that law, policy and practice is aligned with what they need.
Benefits of working for Brook:
- 4 Day Week (Working 20% hours less without salary decrease)
- Annual leave – 28 days per annum, increasing up to 33 days plus 8 bank holidays
- Sick pay (from 3 up to 12 weeks fully paid)
- Flexible working
- Gratitude scheme
- Assisted purchase scheme
- Cycle to Work up to £1k
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Long service awards
- Maternity and paternity pay
- Pension scheme – with contributions matched up to a maximum of 4%
- Training and development opportunities
- Coaching
Please note - this role requires the successful applicant to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Candidates must be able to provide paperwork demonstrating their right to work in the UK.
Please note: internal applicants with live sanctions or performance improvement plans in place will not be considered for this role.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Due to the high number of applications for this post, it will not be possible to respond to every application. We will contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date if you have been shortlisted for the role.
If you are interested in applying for this post, please review the Job Description and complete an application form.
Thank you for your interest in working for Brook.
Brook Safeguarding with Purpose
Working with People Safely. Safe Place, Safe People.
Action Hampshire works with communities across Hampshire and beyond on innovative, impactful, asset-based projects. We support communities to have their voices heard and to take action together. We support and partner with a range of voluntary community and social enterprise organisations to help make great things happen. We celebrate diversity and challenge inequalities. As a key member of a team, you will be able to work across a variety of innovative and impactful projects.
This role plays a central role in the development and implementation of projects and partnerships at Action Hampshire. Your main focus will be to support the development and overseeing the mobilisation and delivery of new engagement projects. You will also support the ongoing delivery of existing projects at Action Hampshire, including in some cases taking a leading role in ensuring the project is delivered to a high standard. We would particularly welcome candidates with experience or an interest in energy advice, community research and supporting underserved communities and organisations.
You’ll bring creativity, organisation and relationship building skills to the management of your own projects and the development of your team. Self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively, you will be committed to delivering results in order to solidify Action Hampshire’s reputation as a trusted and impactful deliverer of funded projects and services. You will be committed to Action Hampshire’s values and have an understanding of and an empathy with the culture and values of the VCSE sector.
There has never been a more exciting time to join our talented, expert and friendly team. Our senior leadership team is working to embed our new culture and ways of working, driven by our values of being bold, enterprising, informative, and empowering. We very much welcome applications from all members of the community, regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith or disability. We are a Living Wage employer and Disability Confident.
We work collaboratively in support of strong, connected and equitable communities.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an aspirational and motivated individual to lead an innovative national initiative that will shape the health’s sector response to perpetrators of domestic abuse.
We would particularly welcome applications from individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and across all protected characteristics, particularly from people from the following under-represented groups:
- Black and minoritised people
- Disabled people
We always welcome and support applications from those who have personal experience of domestic abuse.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
GMHAN Lived Experience Coordinator
Do you have a personal understanding of how lived experience of homelessness can impact individuals? And a passion to help people share their experiences of homelessness so that we can come together and improve the system?
Then join the Greater Manchester Homelessness Action Network as our new Lived Experience Coordinator.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has personally experienced homelessness or housing problems.
- Is good at talking to people and knowing how to communicate in different situations.
- Is willing and able to listen and help others share their stories and opinions.
- Is committed to working together with others to change things for the better.
- Can build good relationships with different people and groups.
- Can work both on your own and as part of a team.
Interested? Visit our website to download the information pack and find out more.
To apply, you’ll need to send us a CV and cover letter (either in written or video form) by 12 noon on Thursday 6th June 2024.
If you have any questions or need any help with your application, we’re running two drop-in support sessions:
Thursday 23rd May 3.30pm – 5.30pm
Online: visit our website for Zoom details
Wednesday 29th May, 2pm – 4pm
In Person at Methodist Central Hall (Oldham Street, Manchester M1 1JQ)
If you need any other support with your application, or have any questions about applying, then please get in touch.
Deadline for applications: 12 noon on Thursday 6th June 2024
Interviews: Tuesday 11th June 2024
Transforming lives and communities across Greater Manchester
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Your new company
This amazing and leading charity is made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers, and clinicians. They are the UK's largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.
Key responsibilities:
- Developing and maintaining exceptional and credible relationships.
- Dealing with any concerns or complaints.
- Managing all correspondence in/out of the Director's office.
- Responsible for sourcing and co-ordinating briefings and data.
- Responsible for the delivery and coordination of events and development activities for the director's leadership team and the wider directorate.
- Responsible for providing support to the Director on both organisational and directorate-wide projects,
- Responsible for coordinating recruitment for senior roles (Executive Leadership Team, Senior Leadership Team, Head's of, Board)
- Manage the processing of payments of any contracts/services.
- Working in collaboration with Business Managers, other Executive Assistants and Associate Directors, Personal Assistants.
What you'll need to succeed
- Networking and making contact - The most essential things the EA will do for our Director of People are the… "Can you just find… can you just ask…. Can you just grab x person?" We are looking for a confident person, who's not shy about contacting the people they need, and chasing up actions.
- Some experience of HR - The Director of People gets 60-80+ emails a day, so you need to be able to spot the urgent things they need to see, and - with a bit of guidance - what can be delegated to other people.
- Able to manage EA basics standing on their head! (Not literally) but standard practice like, managing an inbox, perfectly organised diary, travel, expenses, invoices and more!
What you'll get in return
- Salary: £38,500
- Hybrid: Home-based with occasional travel
- Duration: 3-months temp role with a potential permanent opportunity
- Office Location: Fenchurch Street
- Interviews: Week commencing 13th May
- Start date: Monday 20th May
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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Your new company
An ambitious, London-based charity.
Your new role
Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will be responsible for managing the finance function and the strategic direction of the organisation. You will also have responsibility for governance and risk and enjoy leading on complex projects. The anticipated duration is for 6-12 months+. Hybrid working: 2-3 days per week in the office. To start ASAP.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified Accountant with recent experience as a Finance Director within the charity sector.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
We have big goals over the next few years.
We're going to be fighting for mental health in a way we never have before.
Together we'll be working to make sure everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets the support and respect they deserve.
Team information
Will you join us?
You will work at the heart of Mind within Chief of Staff office, providing expertise to enable the organisation to understand and manage the risk it faces, in order to deliver its strategy in line with legal and regulatory compliance frameworks, while meeting Mind's quality & governance standards. Your role will ensure that the Board of Trustees are supported and equipped to make informed, strategic decisions and that the organisation operates an effective approach to corporate risk management.
Key duties and responsibilities
The post holder will:
You will have the opportunity to work across all teams at National Mind, critically engaging with information about how different teams are contributing to our annual business plan and our strategy. You will also work closely with Mind's Chair and Trustees, leading on governance and agenda-setting, board development and trustee recruitment and induction, helping to ensure our governance is sustainable, effective and efficient. You will lead Mind's approach to corporate risk management, implementing effective systems and processes to support this.
Candidates will have experience of facilitating good governance within a values driven environment, working with Corporate Risk frameworks and managing risk by supporting others across all levels of the organisation. With the ability to manage projects, with clearly defined milestones, outputs and outcomes, you'll effectively manage stakeholders and risks within agreed targets and timescales.
Mind's equity statement
Mind is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff, and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Please refer to the Job Description while completing your application as candidates will be shortlisted based on how closely they match the criteria in the personal specification.
Exciting Opportunity Ahead! Become a Governance Manager and Board Secretary for our client's dynamic engineer-focused membership organisation, leading the way towards a future defined by precision and distinction! Take charge of overseeing the institution's governance and its documentation, while also managing all secretarial responsibilities. You'll play a pivotal role in orchestrating meetings for the board, council, and general gatherings, shaping the future of engineering excellence!
Role: Governance Manager & Board Secretary
Organisation type: Membership Organisation
Salary/rate: £21.98 - £27.47 per hour
Working arrangements: Hybrid working
Location: London
Employment type: 4 months approx. Immediate Start!
Short description of role:
As the Governance Manager and Board Secretary, you'll oversee the governance, documentation, and implementation processes of an institution. Collaborating with the Company Secretary as needed, you'll manage secretarial tasks and coordinate meetings for the Board, Council, and General Meetings.
As the Governance Manager and Board Secretary you'll:
- Ensure meetings are well-organised and documented. Work with the Board Chair/CEO to plan meetings, gather agenda items from the Leadership Team, and circulate agendas and reports on time. Take minutes, share approved minutes, and follow up on agreed actions. Handle invitations and distribute them both online and in person, updating email lists as needed.
- Manage records and administration for the Council, Board, Nominations Committee, and Benevolent Fund. Maintain organised files of agendas, papers, minutes, and reports, including decisions made and upcoming activities.
- Respond to committee correspondence and manage filing of received correspondence and replies.
- Serve as secretary to the Nominations Committee, ensuring proper protocols for awards and elections are followed.
- Recommend improvements to the Trustee Board regarding governance policies. Ensure changes to governing documents comply with regulations and liaise with relevant bodies when necessary.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory processes and deadlines.
- Assist in preparing the Institution's Annual Report, providing accurate information.
- Prepare the Trustee's Annual Report in collaboration with Trustees and the Finance Department.
- Complete reporting requirements within regulatory deadlines for the Benevolent Fund, including submissions to regulatory bodies and investment managers.
- Maintain and protect the Institution's trademark registrations.
Key requirements and experience:
- Supporting board and committee members, including minute-taking and proofreading, ideally in a membership organisation.
- Assisting committees, panels, and executive teams in developing and implementing policies.
- Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory guidance.
- Writing reports and producing summaries for senior-level consideration.
- Managing appraisals, providing feedback, training, and support.
- Familiarity with CRM systems, with a preference for hands-on experience in handling membership databases.
- Understanding of governance legislation for charities/nonprofits.
- Familiarity with professional codes of conduct
- Knowledge of trustees' roles and responsibilities.
- Understanding of committee and panel structures in professional institutions.
- Awareness of GDPR and organisational compliance.
- Strong organisational skills, able to manage committee workloads and meet deadlines.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Intermediate proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
The successful candidate will excel in diplomacy, maintaining confidentiality, and demonstrating objectivity. They will efficiently manage committee tasks, build strong relationships with stakeholders, and communicate clearly. Attention to detail, independence, and flexibility will characterise their approach, driving organisational improvement. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM systems will further enhance their effectiveness. A background in working with membership or not-for-profit organisations, showcasing an understanding of the unique dynamics within the sector.
How to Apply:
To apply for the Governance Manager and Board Secretary role , please reply and upload your CV quoting reference 81141SOH and we can provide more information to you.
We eagerly await your response.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.