The Communications Officer helps people with sight loss to live the life they choose by developing and implementing integrated communications campaigns which promote, protect, and raise Guide Dogs’ profile amongst key target audiences. In addition, working with Guide Dogs’ brand purpose, contribute to brand awareness and growth.

The role is a wide-ranging and creative and will be required to work closely alongside key stakeholders including a diverse Communications team which has a broad remit consisting of internal communications, national PR and media relations, ambassador and celebrity management, and stakeholder engagement.

This role can be based from London or our Reading Hub with some travel required between both locations.

This role is 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year. As a charity, we’re always keen to support flexible working as best we can. We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

More details about this role, the Organisation and the recruitment process can be found in the attached candidate pack and job description.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

Diversity

Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from people with disabilities as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who demonstrate, within their application form, sufficient evidence to meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding

Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

Candidate requirements

To be able to fulfil this role, and provide help to those with sight loss, the skills and experience we are looking for in a potential candidate include;

Essential

• Experience of working within a busy press office and as part of an integrated communications team.
• A track record of identifying, developing, and securing high quality media opportunities which meet strategic objectives and KPIs.
• Experience of bringing our Brand and services to life by telling people’s real-life stories in an engaging, inspiring, and respectful way.
• Ability to build a rapport and strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Interest and/or experience working in the charity or public sector.
• Experience of working as part of a geographically dispersed organisation.
• Experience of developing and implementing multi-channel, integrated communications plans with measurable KPIs.
• Experience with developing engaging, creative content for owned digital channels.

Desirable

• Relevant professional qualification.

For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to be successful in this role please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

How to apply

Applications need to be made using the online application form, accessed using the ‘apply’ button above. As part of your application ensure you provide to evidence and examples of how your skills & experience meet the criteria as set out in the attached job description.

The system does have a time limit, we would advise you to complete your answers and copy and paste into the online form once finalised. Please note that you’ll have to upload a CV as this is a mandatory requirement as part of our Safer Recruitment Policy.

Guide Dogs follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the vulnerable people we work with. As part of this, we require a full work history with any gaps accounted for & a minimum of 2 professional referee details fully covering the past 5 years. If there is not enough space in your application form to provide this information, please ensure you upload additional documentation containing the additional detail.

Remember to refer to the attached job description and candidate pack for more information about this role & the recruitment process at Guide Dogs.

Under the direction of the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive is accountable for the
performance, management, development and sustainability of the Union of Kingston Students and responsible for developing and leading the Union's services, strategy and objectives in order to meet the needs of the membership.

The Chief Executive will ensure that strong people-management practices are embedded
throughout the management structure, ensuring that the organisation understands and can deliver on its strategic priorities.

Supporting and coaching the Full Time Officers and Trustee Board, the Chief Executive has
oversight of governance, ensuring that the elected leadership are empowered as key decisionmakers and that the staff team share the purpose and vision of the organisation.
Enhancing the internal and external reputation of the Union, the Chief Executive will network effectively within the University, maintaining and developing effective partnerships built on trust and respect.

For the full job pack, please click apply.

The successful candidate will lead on supporting parish-related administration and Synodical Governance activities for the Diocese ensuring that these continue to develop in support of the “Transforming Church, Transforming Lives” vision and mission of the Diocese of Guildford, specifically Goal 10. They will also lead on the administration and operation of the parish-needs-process through the parish co-ordination team, ensuring the annual review, planning and delivery against a “one set of services” list for Church House, and lastly, they will lead on all matters relating to Parish Share, including modelling, communication and recovery, whilst actively engaging in work to deliver financially sustainable ministry in all parishes.

The full job description, person specification, further details about the diocese and information on how to apply for the role can be found in the application pack attached and on our website.

How to apply

A completed application form - attached or on our website, including a supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) detailing your reasons for applying, what you bring to the post and how you meet its requirements should sent by email to the address on the bottom of our application form no later than the closing date: 30th April 2021.   

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Deputy Head of Advancement Services for Advancement at the University of Surrey. Based in Guildford, The University of Surrey is a global university with a world-class research profile and an enterprising spirit.

The Advancement Team seeks to build and sustain lifelong relationships with our global alumni community of over 127,000 graduates. Within the last three years we have more than doubled the funds raised to support students and the University's research and teaching activities. We are a professional, collaborative and supportive team, working in an agile manner. We have a high standard of output and a strong work ethic, working together to achieve our common goals. Currently we are building towards publicly launching our first comprehensive global fundraising Campaign.

The main focus of this role is to develop and manage the team which is responsible for prospect research, data and insight, donor relations, gift processing and financial/KPI reporting.  Reporting into the Head of Advancement Services, you will also take the lead in establishing policies, procedures and practices and the management of the systems necessary to create an environment in which relationship building and fundraising can thrive. This role will be crucial in establishing key elements that will underpin a well-managed Campaign.

You will be part of university-wide project groups, as well as lead Advancement project teams. You will deal and resolve problems and challenges that arise through routine work or due to a new team activity.  You will enjoy working in an agile and flexible manner to juggle multiple and complex challenges simultaneously, switching your attention between challenges as required.

We are looking for you to demonstrate a strong track record of successful team management and the ability to coach and influence others to achieve results.  You will have substantial experience and background working in fundraising within charity or higher education sectors and be skilled in producing MI outputs (benchmarking, surveys, reporting) and working with data analytics and insights.

In addition to a sector-leading salary, you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement and excellent personal development opportunities. Benefits package includes a comprehensive pension scheme, child care assistance and discounted membership to the Surrey Sports Park.

Closing date: 7 May 2021

Interviews will be held on: 17 and 19 May 2021

Working within local communities across Oxfordshire you will be joining our successful Community Information Network Team as we work to further improve access to information, support, activities and opportunities for all those with a health, care or support need. You will be working with individuals, families and groups both in the community and in their own homes. In addition you will be working closely with local GP surgeries to provide the new social prescribing element into the support they offer to their patients. You will also have the opportunity to join our hospital discharge support team working across various settings including the John Radcliffe, Horton Hospital and community hospitals. We work with local communities to further build upon and support what is being offered as well as working with individuals and their families to connect them with the support and opportunities that exist. We are passionate about supporting and empowering people so that they can maintain their independence, health, wellbeing and ‘live life to the full’

Student Experience Manager

Closing date for applications: Sunday 28th March at midnight

Interview date: w/c 05th April 2021 (Online)

Start date: April/May 2021

Details:

Do you want to be part of the team at one of the top students’ union in the UK?

If you have the energy and enthusiasm to assist us in achieving our goal of making life better for our students, we have the ideal opportunity for you to join our Membership Services team.

The post would be ideally suited to someone with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

The Student Experience Manager will be required to assist the Deputy Chief Executive in the delivery of a range of membership services. These include effective representation across the University, a wide range of activities and services at our Uxbridge campus and annual elections and awards ceremonies. A strong understanding and passion for student representation is essential.

You will lead a small team of staff at the Uxbridge Campus but with flexibility to be based there or at our High Wycombe Campus, regular travel between the campuses will be required. You will need to be knowledgeable about the entire breadth of the Union’s offer from representation and advice through to volunteering, events and sport. The post holder will need to work collaboratively with a wide range of both University and Union staff.

Bucks Students’ Union is a democratic, student-led organisation whose mission is to make life better for students at Bucks. We are committed to improving the student experience and actively seek to bring positive change to student life.

We value student officers, volunteers and employees with ideas and personality and believe that lively, active and vibrant people shape our organisation.

The role attracts excellent opportunities to work in a creative and fun environment and for personal development. We offer flexible working and an extensive benefits package including a generous annual leave allowance.

For the full job specification and to apply, please visit our website and complete an application and equal opportunities monitoring form.

Full potential salary progression within role goes up to £30,898 (increases with length of service and experience).

The Volunteering Coordinator helps those with sight loss to live the life they choose by attracting and onboarding sufficient volunteers to support and grow our services and income. You will support your local team to deliver a positive volunteering experience and to attract and retain experienced volunteers.

This role is 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year. As a charity, we’re always keen to support flexible working as best we can. We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

More details about this role, the Organisation and the recruitment process can be found in the attached candidate pack and job description.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

Candidate requirements

To be able to fulfil this role, and provide help to those with sight loss, the skills and experience we are looking for in a potential candidate include;

Essential
• Managing and supporting volunteers.
• Time manage effectively, whilst, maintaining excellent customer service.
• Supporting and advising others on policies and procedures.

Desirable
• Experience of creating an inclusive work environment for people with a disability.
• Facilitation and/or training skills.
• Personal experience of volunteering.

For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to be successful in this role please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

How to apply
Applications need to be made using the online application form, accessed using the ‘apply’ button above. This will take you through to our jobs board, where you can select the vacancy with your interested location. As part of your application ensure you provide to evidence and examples of how your skills & experience meet the criteria as set out in the attached job description.

The system does have a time limit, we would advise you to complete your answers and copy and paste into the online form once finalised. Please note that you’ll have to upload a CV as this is a mandatory requirement as part of our Safer Recruitment Policy.

Guide Dogs follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the vulnerable people we work with. As part of this, we require a full work history with any gaps accounted for & a minimum of 2 professional referee details fully covering the past 5 years. If there is not enough space in your application form to provide this information, please ensure you upload additional documentation containing the additional detail.

Remember to refer to the attached job description and candidate pack for more information about this role & the recruitment process at Guide Dogs.

Diversity
Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from people with disabilities as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who demonstrate, within their application form, sufficient evidence to meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding
Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

The Senior Content Editor helps people with sight loss to live the life they choose by ensuring Guide Dogs’ content promotes, protects and differentiates the organisations’ brand and drives public engagement.

The post-holder will create best-in-class content that can be used by the whole organisation and will build on our ability to tell stories and create content and case studies and messages that inspire, engage and move people to action, expanding it to an organisation-wide capability. The role also works with other content generating teams to ensure that they are connected and working towards a common purpose, reducing duplication of effort and creating on brand, on message collateral. They also work to improve the quality of our content by creating tools and processes that will enable teams to create content that is on brand, engaging and effective.

This role is 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week, with 26 days paid holiday (excluding bank holidays) a year. As a charity, we’re always keen to support flexible working as best we can. We offer a generous pension scheme, life assurance and enhanced pay for parenting and sickness leave. In addition, we provide an Employee Assistance Programme, flexible benefits package and discounts and cashback scheme to care for our people.

More details about this role, the Organisation and the recruitment process can be found in the attached candidate pack and job description.

We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

Candidate requirements

To be able to fulfil this role, and provide help to those with sight loss, the skills and experience we are looking for in a potential candidate include;

Essential
• Significant experience as a writer, editor, or content developer preferably with a background in marketing, journalism, communications and/or digital content production.
• Significant work experience with and in-depth understanding of developing creative multimedia content (stories, photography, video, etc.) that can effectively be used across platforms, for different purposes, for various audience groups in very different markets.
• Excellent written skills.
• Proven ability to advise, influence and negotiate.
• Proven ability to prioritise and manage many projects and tasks.

Desirable
• Experience of managing budgets.
• Experience of managing others.

For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to be successful in this role please see the Person Specification within the Job Description below.

If you are successful you will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role.

How to apply
Applications need to be made using the online application form, accessed using the ‘apply’ button above. As part of your application ensure you provide to evidence and examples of how your skills & experience meet the criteria as set out in the attached job description.

The system does have a time limit, we would advise you to complete your answers and copy and paste into the online form once finalised. Please note that you’ll have to upload a CV as this is a mandatory requirement as part of our Safer Recruitment Policy.

Guide Dogs follow Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding the vulnerable people we work with. As part of this, we require a full work history with any gaps accounted for & a minimum of 2 professional referee details fully covering the past 5 years. If there is not enough space in your application form to provide this information, please ensure you upload additional documentation containing the additional detail.

Remember to refer to the attached job description and candidate pack for more information about this role & the recruitment process at Guide Dogs.

Diversity
Guide Dogs welcomes applications from all sections of the community and actively encourages diversity to maximise achievements, creativity and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or nationality. We encourage applications from people with disabilities as they are currently under-represented in the organisation and guarantee an invitation to interview for all applicants with disabilities who demonstrate, within their application form, sufficient evidence to meet the essential criteria for the job.

Safeguarding
Guide Dogs is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and adults at risk of harm with whom we work. We expect all our employees and volunteers to fully share this commitment.

Buckinghamshire Mind

Prevention Services Manager

Post Title: Prevention Services Manager – Job Share

Reports to: Head of Operations

Responsible for: Team Lead: CYP Services

Team Lead: Friends in Need Berks and Bucks

Team Lead: Befriending Service

Team Lead: Community Connector service

Coordinator: Older Adults Service

Social Prescribing Link Workers x 7

Community Engagement Officer – Social Prescribing

Salary: £30,000 per annum pro rata (£18,243 actual for 22.5 hrs)

Hours of Work:  Part time 22.5 hours per week

Location: Aylesbury or High Wycombe, with travel throughout Bucks and surrounding areas

Contract: Permanent

Probationary Period 6 Months

ABOUT BUCKINGHAMSHIRE MIND

Buckinghamshire Mind shares national Mind’s vision: “We won’t give up until everyone experiencing a mental health problem gets both support and respect”. With one in four people experiencing a mental health problem at some point in their lives, people need Mind more than ever. We deliver high quality community-based services across the county of Buckinghamshire and East Berkshire to reach out and ensure everyone with a mental health problem gets access to the help they need.

The services we provide include: 

• Wellbeing Activity and Peer Support Groups in the community
• Outreach services to work across communities with partner organisations.
• Older Adults Services
• Children and Young Peoples’ services, including Peer Support in Schools
• Training services
• Counselling – for Adults and Children and Young People
• Employment Support
• Befriending programmes in the community
• Social Prescribing
• Community Connectors

We currently employ over 70 staff based in three different sites (Aylesbury, High Wycombe and Chesham), are supported by more than 500 volunteers we actively encourage service users involvement and voices to shape our services and are tailored to need.

Purpose of the Role

The Prevention Manager will be responsible for the line management of the Team Lead and the Coordinators for the following Buckinghamshire Mind’s services; CYP Services, Friends in Need Berks and Bucks, Befriending Service, Older Adults Services and for the line management of the Social Prescribing Link Workers & the Community Engagement Officer. They will have significant experience of managing and developing staff, project management, ensuring operational quality and promoting equality and diversity.

Excellent organisation skills are essential for this role as it requires being able to manage time effectively to meet deadlines. Prevention Manager will need to be able to work collaboratively with the current team of Operational Leads: The Recovery and Wellbeing Manager, Talking Therapies Manager, Crisis Services Manager and the Head of Operations, as well as being able to work unsupervised.

They will need to be able to communicate effectively with staff at all levels, a wide range of stakeholders, service users and volunteers.

Key responsibilities

Tasks will vary from week-to-week depending on priorities, but regular tasks will include:

Operational Management

• To work with the Head of Operations to manage day-to-day services: CYP Services, Friends in Need Berks and Bucks, Befriending Services, Community Connector service, Older Adults Service, Social Prescribing Link Workers Community Engagement Officer, across the organisation effectively and in line with organisational values and performance KPI’s.
• To continually drive enhancements to operational effectiveness and maximise outcomes against targets from service delivery.
• To provide effective line management supervision to staff including coaching and performance development.
• To support the Head of Operations to deal with performance management/disciplinary issues confidently and effectively in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
• To work with the Head of Operations to ensure sound day to day financial management and work within agreed operational budgets, contributing to the annual budgeting cycle.
• To interpret performance and impact data and be responsible for reporting against service targets.
• To support the Head of Operations to mobilise new services in line with agreed project plans.
• To pro-actively develop relationships with external stakeholders in order to improve and develop service provision for people with mental health needs.
• To ensure excellence in the recruitment, training and ongoing support of volunteers including organising the annual volunteer celebration event.

Quality and Compliance

• To attend Health and Safety committee meetings
• To support the Head of Operations to draft and update operational policies when required and ensure a consistent approach throughout the organisation.
• To support the Head of Operations to feed into requests from national Mind for information, e.g., Mind Quality Mark and the quarterly return.
• To be part of the the designated Safeguarding Team; attending regular update meetings.
• Ensure all services have up to date equality impact assessments and lead on effecting any necessary changes towards inclusion and supporting diversity.
• Ensure that personal data linked to service delivery is held in accordance with GDPR legislation.

Service User Involvement

• To ensure high levels of meaningful service user involvement in service provision, responding to the needs of service users locally.
• Ensure bi-annual service users satisfaction surveys are undertaken.
• Coordinate the Service User Involvement activities to ensure their voice is heard and acted upon across the organisation.

Organisational

• Organise and facilitate monthly OMT Staff meetings and action as appropriate.
• Organise and facilitate monthly Social Prescribing team meetings and action as appropriate.
• Attend CYP, Befriending, FiN, Community Connector, Wellbeing groups, Older Adults’ service team meetings and provide operational updates.
• Represent Buckinghamshire Mind at external meetings as agreed with the Head of Operations.
• Responsibility for Health & Safety and maintenance issues at our Aylesbury site.
• Work closely with HR and Finance Manager to ensure operational issues are co-managed effectively.
• Work closely with the Team Leads to produce quarterly reports for all stakeholders and funders as required.
• Keep the Head of Operations fully informed of matters relating to operational delivery.

• To support the Head of Operations in the delivery of the organisational strategy with the aim of ensuring the sustainability of Buckinghamshire Mind.

General

• Undertake such duties not included in the job description as are reasonably requested by the Head of Operations. 
• This role involves out of hours working and a willingness to work flexibly is required.

Person specification

The person specification seeks to define a person most likely to be suited to the job of Buckinghamshire Mind Prevention Services Operations Manager.  Candidates are required to meet all the essential conditions and requirements listed (E) and the majority of the desired requirements (D). Please refer to these conditions and requirements in your supporting statement that accompanies your CV as they will be used to help select candidates for interview.

Conditions

• Positively supports the aims and work of Buckinghamshire Mind (E)

Requirements

Qualifications and experience

• Managing services for vulnerable people in a service delivery organisation. (E)
• Experience of working in the voluntary sector. (D)
• Significant experience of managing staff. (E)
• Experience of motivating, developing and training staff. (E)
• Successful track record in performance management of staff. (D)
• Developing and implementing policy and procedure. (E)
• Working within internal and external quality frameworks and leading improvements in quality. (D)
• Compiling and interpreting performance data and reporting against service targets. (E)
• Successful track record in planning and project management. (D)
• Experience of Bid writing and presentation. (D)
• Supporting people with mental health problems. (E)

Knowledge

• Knowledge of and empathy for the issues facing people with mental health problems. (E)
• Knowledge of the day-to-day application of relevant legislation e.g., Health and Safety, Equality and Diversity, Safeguarding, HR Practice and GDPR legislation (E)
• Understanding of the principles of ensuring safe service provision for people at risk and how these are put into practice. (E)

Skills/attributes/abilities

• Excellent communication skills and able to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences. (E)
• Commitment to service user involvement and able to work with service user groups to develop this.  (E)
• Is committed to working in an anti-oppressive way and striving to create equal opportunities for all people (E)
• Commitment to working within the policies of Buckinghamshire Mind including equal opportunities and confidentiality. (E)
• Positive attitude, passionate about working for Buckinghamshire Mind and able to inspire people to higher levels of performance. (E)
• Team player and able to form positive, professional relationships with staff at all levels. (E)
• Able to work effectively with external stakeholders and the Board of Trustees. (E)
• Creative approach in identifying appropriate opportunities to take Buckinghamshire Mind forward. (D)
• Strong organisational skills and able to take control of own workload and meet deadlines. (E)
• Ability to work independently with minimum support. (E)
• Confident in challenging poor performance assertively, constructively and successfully. (E)
• High professional standards and the ability to communicate these clearly to others. (E)
• IT literate to aid communication and analysis of data. (D)
• Willing to undertake training and development. (E)
• Ability to identify income generation opportunities. (D)

• Has a full driving licence and use of own vehicle (work related mileage will be paid) (E)

Employee Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 2 wellbeing days pro rata
• Training and development opportunities
• Sodexo employee benefits - access to a portal with discounts on supermarket shops, holidays, high-street shops, days out, cinema and gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme – free professional confidential counselling
• Childcare vouchers
• Annual leave purchase scheme
• Flu vaccinations
• Free eye tests
• Pension: Auto Enrolment (currently 5% employee contribution, 3% employer contribution)

Applications: Please send –

CV and Supporting Statement.  Your Supporting Statement should explain how your skills and experience meet each of the requirements detailed in the Person Specification.

The short-listing panel make their decisions based on this information and no assumptions about your skills or experience will be made.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, therefore please apply as soon as possible.

Buckinghamshire Mind is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Any offer made relating to this post will be subject to satisfactory references and a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.