Nottingham Arimathea Trust is searching for an experienced financial bookkeeper and administrator to work in our lively office.

You will be an essential member of the team that supports and houses refugees and asylum seekers in Nottingham.

HR Advisor

Location: Can be based anywhere in England, a hybrid working setup, partly office based, partly home based - diary flexible as per business needs

Salary: £27,250 - £29,697

Working Hours: 35

Working Pattern: 09:00 - 16:30, Monday to Friday

About the Role

Within this exciting and varied role, you will be responsible for providing advice, guidance, and support to senior managers on all aspects of engagement, policies and procedures including recruitment, inductions, PDRs, disciplinaries and grievances, change management programmes which will include consultation responsibilities along with any other matters that arise.  Project work will be undertaken from time to time within this role.  You'll also have a strong focus on making the role more proactive, rather than spending most of your time firefighting.

You will help our managers champion our values as well as help them to better manage their people supporting through coaching and guiding when needed . You will also liaise with our Shared Service Centre to help implement important changes to process and support,.

Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)

The Successful Candidate

You will be a strong team player, with great attention to detail.  You won't be afraid to challenge in a professional way across the organisation at all levels.  You'll be keen to bring new ideas and past experiences to the table to help improve the way we currently do things.

You will be able to demonstrate sound experience of working in a range of generalist HR areas, working with stakeholders across a number of different functions to resolve situations quickly and effectively and advising both managers and employees/volunteers on a range of generalist HR queries across the life cycle of an employee, also supporting change management programmes, consultation and experience of TUPE would be useful.

About Us

St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, providing first aid, keeping people safe at events and working alongside the NHS in response to 999 calls.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people learn how to save a life through our training, education and youth programmes.

We are a team of 1,600 employees and 18,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through first aid.

Want to join a great team?  We look forward to receiving your application.

If you are a current St John Ambulance employee, please apply here: Click here

For all other candidates, or SJA volunteers wishing to apply, please click here

Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.

Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the services of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only. Any speculative CVs submitted without invitation will not be considered for this role.

Job Purpose:

To ensure the Centre is managed effectively in terms of business administration and finance.

To effectively implement policy decisions agreed by the Trustee Board and the CEO in terms of business and finance management.

Key Duties:

• To ensure effective oversight and control of the company’s accounting functions.
• To effectively manage and work alongside our Accounts Clerk whose responsibilities include managing the record keeping for the organisation, updating certain areas of Sage, and monitoring day to day financial activity.  
• To undertake financial planning and provide related ongoing advice for the Chief Executive and Senior Management Team
• To present the financial information at the finance committee meeting of the charity and, where applicable, at trustee meetings generally.
• To formulate financial targets and budgets in accordance with the strategy determined by the board.
• To support the grant bid application process.
• To assist the project teams and managers in budgeting, financial planning and reporting of projects
• To produce timely management information - management accounts, cash flow forecasts, reporting on restricted project expenditure and other ad hoc information as required.
• To provide appropriate systems and controls for all financial transactions and accountancy matters, including audit systems.
• To manage company policies regarding capital requirements, debt management, taxation, equity and insurance as appropriate.
• To manage the treasury function.
• To prepare information for and liaise with the external payroll provider
• To liaise with the auditors in respect of the annual accounts.
• To ensure that the regulatory requirements of all statutory bodies are met regarding all the company’s financial affairs.
• To support staff in developing financial best practice across all aspects of the company activity.

Skills/Qualifications

To be considered for this role you will have the following skills:

• A qualified member of an accountancy body or holder of an equivalent qualification or level of experience.
• Flexible, adaptable, able to work on own initiative with a positive can-do attitude
• Excellent communication, presentation and influencing skills
• Proven expertise as a finance manager
• Good broad management experience, in terms of management of costs/income and working with small teams.
• Good verbal, written and presentation skills and conversant with financial information and business planning.
• Understanding of the charity sector
• Experience of Sage accounting systems
• Advanced Excel skills

Can you develop, implement and monitor key education plans? Are you able to create and deliver training on behalf of an established self help charity? Then this could be the role for you.

This role is to develop, implement and monitor key education plans. This includes the creation and delivery of SHUK training (online and blended) content and courses - providing total coverage of all the organisations training and educational needs.  To develop and maintain training material to the highest standards. This includes the development of new courses, members training and partnered courses (with universities and other organisations)  To administrate and deliver training to paying clients and members. This includes the oversight of our outsourced trainers and facilitators.

Job Title: Skills Plus for Change Trainer         

Location: Nottinghamshire

Salary: £21,415 - £23,117

Status & Hours: Temporary contract until March 2023, 37 hours per week

Closing Date: 2nd January 2022

Do you have the drive and ambition to make a positive contribution to the skills and development of people with multiple barriers to employment and education?

Skills Plus for Change is a dynamic programme delivered as part of Building Better Opportunities programme – Opportunity & Change project funded by the European Social Fund (ESF) and the National Lottery Community Fund.

We have an exciting new opportunity for an organised, proactive and inspiring individual to deliver our Skills Plus for Change life skills programme to a range of partners and their participants. The programme is tailored to the needs of participants and enables those with complex needs to make positive changes to reach their full potential and beyond. 

Framework, the lead partner on this project, is a charity delivering housing, health, employment, support and care services to people with a diverse range of needs. We empower people to achieve financial stability, social inclusion and independence. Our values of Respond, Respect and Empower underpin everything we do.

This job might be for you if:

• You are great at helping people to learn new skills. You may come from a background in teaching or training.

• You communicate clearly on all levels. You write well and can explain just about anything to anyone.

• You have a great way with people. You are non-judgmental, compassionate and enjoy engaging with people from all walks of life.

• You enjoy managing your own workload and thrive in a constantly evolving environment. You are proactive and keen to take on new challenges.

• You would be happy delivering sessions covering a range of topics such as health and wellbeing, housing, money management and employability.

The role will be delivering to groups of people in a range of partner organisations which are located across Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire. Therefore a driver’s licence and car available for work is essential along with a willingness to travel.

Framework offers a comprehensive benefits package including access to childcare vouchers, pension scheme and company sick pay. We understand that a work life balance is important and support our staff accordingly. 

We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities

If this sounds like the role for you then please see the person specification and job description and complete our online application. If successful, the provisional interview date is 11/01/22.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

SURVIVORS OF BEREAVEMENT BY SUICIDE

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:                   Volunteer Coordinator

RESPONSIBLE TO:     Coordinator manager

LOCATION:                   Head Office, 14 – 16 New Lawn Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5HE

HOURS & Salary:         Thirty Seven hours (37) per week – some evening and weekend work

                                        £26,839.80 any overtime accrued will be taken in lieu

                                        Six month probationary period

BENEFITS:  Pension contribution after a six month probationary period

Survivors of Bereavment by Suicide is a national charity providing postvention peer to peer support to those over the age of 18 years who have been impacted by bereavement by suicide.  Our services include face to face groups, virtual groups, a national telephone helpline, email support and an on-line forum.  All our volunteers have been bereaved by suicide and provide vital support across their communities.

This post is funded by The National Lottery Community Fund until 2024. However, it is expected that this role will become integral to the work of Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide (SoBS).

The post holder will be expected to travel across the south of England to meet with volunteers and groups, to promote SoBS services and to attend the national office in Derbyshire.  The post holder will have access to a leased car provided by SoBS.  Subsistence allowance will be paid when travelling on behalf of the charity.

Purpose of Post

We are seeking a personable individual, with a hands on approach and the capacity to work unsupervised and make decisions.

The post holder will be responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day management of SoBS volunteer provision across the South of England.  Leading on the recruitment, training, management and support of volunteers, the implementation for volunteer policies and contributing towards the development of a creative and innovative strategy that will ensure the volunteer services support the aims, objectives and values of SoBS.

Broadening awareness amongst volunteers, community organisations and professionals through training and networking, imparting best practice, skills and knowledge.

Promoting services via discussions with Public Health, Local Authorities, CCG’s and NHS Foundation Trusts, GP’s and first responders, Provision of ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) for volunteers and wider partners. 

Implementation of a bespoke interface providing virtual support within group settings for isolated and rural areas where it is not feasible to establish a local group.

Understanding of the ethos and nature of the voluntary sector.

To communicate with existing Volunteers so that they feel involved and motivated to continue volunteering with SoBS.

Duties & Responsibilities

• To recruit, train and support volunteers to act as an advocate for SoBS
• To establish approximately three local support groups in each of the counties, focusing particularly on areas in which currently has no SoBS group present.
• To travel nationwide to assist with and to monitor groups as necessary, especially those which may be facing difficulties.
• To empower volunteers to establish groups which lack provision and to generate their own sustainability.
• To coordinate, develop and deliver appropriate training for volunteers, including ASIST.
• To ensure all volunteers have access to regular supervision.
• To provide monthly progress reports.
• To ensure all volunteers work in line with SoBS policies, procedures, codes and guidance, including health and safety, confidentiality, safeguarding, data protection and equal opportunities.
• To identify any conflicts of interest associated with SoBS and help ensure they are appropriately managed.
• To identify any risks in delivery of the service.
• IT literate, confident and able to use email, internet, databases & Microsoft office programmes such as Word, Publisher and Excel
• To attend training, meetings and conferences at weekends and when required.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties which may arise within the scope of this post.
• Maintain confidentiality and observe data protection guidelines.
• Act in accordance with the charity’s Health and Safety policy and procedures.
• Act in accordance with the charity’s Equality and Human Rights policy.

At the heart of the Christian faith is a call to live generous lives. We’re looking for a creative and faith-driven individual to come to stimulate the spiritual gift of generosity in Derbyshire and lead individuals and churches into the joy of giving.

The post holder will be passionate about seeing local church flourish and recognise the importance of living in a generous way.  This is likely to be demonstrated by a variety of means including unpacking generosity as a part of discipleship, delivering practical tools and developing volunteer teams.

In exchange for a positive demeanour, exceptional people skills, and an organised and methodical approach to the task the postholder will work within a supportive Discipleship, Mission and Ministry team as they connect with and strengthen local parish churches. With a background likely to be in sales, fundraising or some form of Christian ministry the postholder will help the diocese step into its vision of seeing the ‘Kingdom of God, Good news for all! Transformed Lives: Growing Church, Building Community’.

A working knowledge of the CofE and familiarity with current stewardship practice will be a distinct advantage, the ability to drive will be essential!

This post offers a competitive salary, pension and expenses, office and home working. 

This post is subject to an occupational requirement that the post holder be a practising Christian under Part 1 of Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010 as the post holder will actively promote and practice Christian discipleship.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to lead an independent charity, based in Nottingham, working for the benefit of deaf and hard of hearing people across the East Midlands.  We are looking for a Chief Executive to lead the organisation with a focus on both internal and external challenges.

The purpose of Nottinghamshire Deaf Society is to empower deaf people so that their lives are enriched.  Our vision is for a society in which all deaf people participate.

In the next 5 years we want to increase our work with people of all ages with different types of deafness. We want to increase the number of partnerships we have with other organisations and groups. We will be known as a provider of services and involved and engaged with the wider deaf community.

Our 2 year strategy (2021-22) focuses on strengthening and consolidating our current services and activities while preparing to develop and expand through partnerships. We are aiming to strengthen and develop all of our activities over this period so that we are in a stronger and more sustainable position for the future.

At the core of its work is a large British Sign Language interpreting service providing a mixture of commissioned and non-commissioned services for health, education, employment, social services and many other contexts.  This complements our other services, including a specialist Deaf Welfare Rights service and an expanding programme of BSL training courses.

Our community centre operates from our wholly owned grade two listed building in Nottingham. It provides a base for deaf people to come together to meet and celebrate their distinctive culture through a range of accessible social activities.

Our externally facing activities involve representing the views and needs of deaf people throughout our region and facilitating their wider participation in decision making forums.

The external focus will be on new and creative thinking to develop NDS’s strategic plan to promote the well-being of deaf people; to meeting the challenges of identifying and securing funding to support the strategic plan and maximise self-generated income; and to maintaining and developing effective networks with stakeholders and supporters to influence local policies and decisions.

The internal focus will be on managing efficient office and financial systems and controls; supervising and managing our 22 staff members and volunteers; maintaining culturally accessible community facilities; and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and with best practice in work with deaf people.

The Chief Executive will work closely and collaboratively with the existing staff management team and report in a timely and appropriate way to the Board of Trustees.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday, 17 December 2021.

Interviews are planned for week commencing Monday, 10 January 2022, subject to availability.

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for developing and managing NEP’s Green Grants Local Authority Delivery Scheme and operations for NEP's other affordable warmth services. The position requires a motivated and intelligent person with a solid work ethic and track history of project management. You will collaborate with public and private sector organisations to ensure the successful implementation and delivery of projects.

The successful candidate will lead a team to promote the installation of energy saving measures, also the provision of financial and wellbeing services to address fuel poverty for vulnerable households.

Deliver training courses also presentations/workshops to staff, key stakeholders and community groups.

Implement and review operational procedures.

Maintain partnerships with external agencies (e.g., local authorities, energy companies, contractors).

Must have a comprehensive understanding of current domestic energy policy to confidently promote it to clients. 

Set up reporting systems to provide progress updates internally and externally.

SENIOR SUPPORT WORKER, EDWIN HOUSE, NOTTINGHAM, PERMANENT, 37 HPW, FRWK09 £22,140 - £24,011

Framework Housing Association is the lead provider of drug and alcohol treatment within the City of Nottingham and is offering an exciting opportunity to join a team of staff in this Care Quality commission rated GOOD care setting.

Edwin House is looking to employ a Senior Support Worker who is suitably skilled and experienced and who has a passion for working within the substance misuse field.

Edwin House has been opened since February 2018 and it is a 63 bed facility based in Radford. Of these 63 beds, 15 are used for an in-patient detox and 48 beds provide residential accommodation. The vacancy is in the residential area of this facility and the role involves supporting people who present with a range of complex support and health conditions resultant from historic or current problematic substance misuse.

Framework is looking to appoint a Senior Support Worker that will take a leadership role in ensuring the provision of high standards of care and support are delivered to service users to enable them to gain some control over their substance use, improve their quality of life and build recovery capital within the residential care and move on support areas.

Senior Support Workers are required to work shifts over a 24 hour period, 7 days a week.

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in the development and delivery of a truly innovative and unique service which will form a recovery pathway available within the substance misuse treatment system locally and nationally.

Edwin House is  CQC registered Care Home, and the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) have amended the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) Regulations 2014 so that, from 11 November 2021, all care home workers will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, unless they have an exemption.

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

98% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Beaumond House Hospice Care provides personalised care when every moment matters. We provide compassionate, skilled, professional, personalised nursing care of the highest quality for those with active, progressive, advanced illnesses, both in the hospice and in the community. In this role you too can be part of an amazing team.

This is a great opportunity to work for Beaumond House Hospice Care and demonstrate your drive-in building relationships across our local communities. Working collaboratively with colleagues within fundraising and our care team you will be responsible for successfully managing and developing relationships with groups, associations, schools, nurseries, and colleges as well as individuals to raise funds for Beaumond House.  You will promote the services and recruit volunteers to support all of its services.

The successful candidate will have excellent event organisational skills, knowledge of reaching communities and networking and have a desire to work closely with people who have a range of motivations for supporting us as well as a passion and commitment to Beaumond House.

You’ve got a good understanding of mental health issues and are organised, proactive and compassionate. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Volunteer and Peer Mentor Coordinator.

Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

We are looking for someone like you to join our service in Derby which will provide personalised, flexible and targeted community based support for people with mental health needs. Working closely with the Team Manager, you will create partnership links to identify what peer networks already exist in the area and gauge where there may be interest to get involved. You will undertake a variety of tasks including: help to set up and develop peer support groups, recruit and manage volunteers to support the service which will include induction, mentoring and training, coordinate Recovery Education Workshops and develop partnerships. It’s a challenging role but one in which your creativity and enthusiasm will have every chance to shine.

The chances are, you already work in the mental health field, or similar. What is for certain is that you’re self-motivated, work well under pressure and know how to connect with people at all levels. You’ve also got the confidence needed to come up with new ideas to develop the service and the communication skills to promote it locally. Strong IT skills – email, internet and MS Office - are also needed.

The salary for this post is £19,206.00 per annum, with progression to £20,216.00 per annum (pro-rata 22.5 hours per week).

This is a permanent part-time role requiring the post holder to work 22.5 hours per week.

Recovery Focus is committed to working towards equal opportunities and we select staff solely on merit irrespective of race, colour, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, social class, religious belief, disability or history of mental health or addiction problems. If you need support to apply for the role or adaptions at interview please contact the recruitment team to discuss.

This is a rolling recruitment process. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits?

SUPPORT WORKER, HUGHENDON LODGE, NOTTINGHAM, FRWK03 £17,189 - £18,661 FTE, PERMANENT, 37 HPW

Hughendon Lodge is a residential supported accommodation service housing people who live with severe and enduring mental ill health. We encourage applications from people who value equality and diversity in all its aspects, who have a passion to see people develop and achieve their aspirations and are a strong team player.

We are looking for candidates who can communicate with people in a friendly and welcoming manner. You will need to be reliable and enthusiastic with some experience of dealing with the public in a busy service environment - experience of working in a hostel or similar environment is not necessary. 
The main functions of this role will be;
• To ensure that clients and the building is safe and secure
• To build the skills and confidence of service users to empower them in maximising their independence
• To contribute to the achievement of contractual service obligations
• To work in partnership with other agencies to maximise service delivery
A further requirement is the ability to work shifts, including weekends as part of a rota

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during the first six months in the post, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

98% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

SUPPORT WORKER, RUSSELL HOUSE, NEWARK, PERMANENT, FRWK03 £17,189 - £18,661, 37 HPW

Russell House provides temporary accommodation for single homeless people aged 16 years and above and have a local connection to the Newark and Sherwood area. The service is made up of 15 self-contained units and is staffed 24 hours a day by support workers.

The aim of the service is to provide a safe secure environment for our residents and work with them to achieve goals identified in their support plan before they move on to more permanent accommodation.

We are looking for candidates who can communicate with people in a friendly and welcoming manner. You will need to be reliable and enthusiastic with some experience of dealing with the public in a busy service environment. Experience of working in a hostel or similar environment is preferable but NOT essential.

The main functions of this role will be;

• to build the skills of service users to empower them to maximise their independence

• to contribute to the achievement of contractual service obligations

• to work in partnership to maximise service delivery

• to assess individual service user’s skills and needs and to work positively with risk

• to prepare documented assessments and support plans with service users

• to support service users to engage with the move on process

• as a member of the team to engage with the management of the building 

What we offer: Life Assurance, Pension (up to 4% matched by FHA), Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Benefits, Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Learning programmes tailored to suit different roles and services, Health Cash Plan.

Framework supports all employees to achieve a better work/life balance. Should you wish us to consider flexible working or job share as part of your application please state this on your application in the supporting statement section.

To protect the health & wellbeing of those receiving support from Framework, colleagues and the wider community, any job offer is conditional upon the prospective post-holder having been vaccinated against Covid-19, or agreeing to do so during their six month probation period, except where such a requirement would be unreasonable in the circumstances.

98% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

Framework is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Registered charity No: 1060941.

As a Disability Confident employer we warmly encourage job applications from people with disabilities. Framework is committed to offering opportunities to people from diverse communities. If you have specific requirements or adjustments please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.