Senior Policy Officer

Full-time, London, £40,000 Dependent on experience

Are you passionate about seeing a strong Christian influence in the political life of the UK? 

In today’s culture a Christian voice is needed now more than ever. CARE is seeking a Senior Policy Officer to be part of CARE’s talented Policy Team.

A Senior Policy Officer

The successful candidate will have demonstrable knowledge and experience in public policy development, public affairs and research and have an ability to use their significant transferable skills across the different policy areas with which CARE engages, including family policy and online safety, to further CARE’s work in the political systems across the UK.

For further details of these posts please see our website.

The deadline for applications is midday on Friday 30th April 2021.

Interviews will take place during the week beginning 3rd May 2021.

Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation Policy Officer

Full-time, London, £34,000 Dependent on experience

Are you passionate about seeing a strong Christian influence in the political life of the UK? 

In today’s culture a Christian voice is needed now more than ever. CARE is seeking a Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation Policy Officer to be part of CARE’s talented Policy Team.

Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation Policy Officer to build on CARE’s very successful work in these fields. The successful candidate will have a solid and experience-driven understanding of these policy areas, with a proven ability to undertake research, develop policy, engage in public affairs-related tasks and work in partnerships and alliances with other organisations, in addition to having familiarity with the political systems of the UK.

For further details of these posts please see our website. 

The deadline for applications is midday on Friday 30th April 2021.

Interviews will take place during the week beginning 3rd May 2021.

We’re looking for a Deputy Recovery Team Lead to join our Integrated Substance Misuse team within HMP Dartmoor and assist in the day to day management of the service.

Team Leader/Senior Support Worker
Ref: 14.21
Location: HMP Dartmoor
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week (to include some weekend working)
Salary: £24,000 - £26,000 per annum depending on experience
Contract: Permanent

This established team works within the prison to support adult male prisoners with current or past problematic drug and alcohol use, promoting a culture of ‘visible contagious recovery’.

Day to day duties will include allocating workload to meet local targets, case management, staff supervision/performance management and scheduling psychosocial programme delivery. Alongside the Recovery Lead, you’ll assist with the recruitment and management of staff, inspiring excellent performance that meets agreed service targets and is in line with EDP processes and systems.

In addition to management duties you’ll also deliver support, information, guidance and structured interventions to a reduced caseload of substance misusers within the prison. You’ll contribute to the delivery of an integrated service through the provision of assessment, recovery planning, appropriate referral and psychosocial interventions.

What we’re looking for

We’re looking for a Deputy Recovery Team Lead with significant experience working within the substance misuse field or a related health/social care setting. The ideal candidate will have experience working within a recovery oriented service and/or a custodial environment. You’ll have good knowledge of current substance misuse policy and practice and will be able to confidently apply this when delivering a range of substance misuse psychosocial interventions.

In this role you’ll work to build and develop individuals and teams using motivational and performance management so the ideal candidate will have experience of providing practice and managerial supervision, completing and reviewing staff appraisals, constructing development plans, and allocating and reviewing staff workload. You’ll have the ability to build constructive relationships based on warmth and empathy, challenging negative behaviours in a positive and productive manner.

Personally you’ll be confident managing, planning and prioritising your own workload to consistently meet targets. An innovative thinker, you’ll work creatively to solve problems and to drive positive change within the service.

About EDP

EDP Drug & Alcohol Services is a thriving charity providing services across Devon and Dorset, in the community and within prisons. We offer a number of dynamic and innovative initiatives which work alongside people to improve their wellbeing, social connections and employability. We’re passionate about supporting individuals who face complex issues, including substance misuse, mental ill health, and other harmful, addictive and offending behaviour, to improve their lives. The fundamental belief underpinning our work is that, given the right support and resources, people can and do make remarkable changes.

What we can offer

EDP can offer you a real opportunity for new, challenging and highly rewarding experiences. In return for your commitment and enthusiasm, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 30 with length of service)
• Spot salary system offering you the chance to progress annually
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• Life assurance benefit scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Eye Care Vouchers
• Training and development opportunities

Closing date for applications is noon on Thursday 22nd April 2021
Remote interviews will be held w/c 3rd May 2021.
Please ensure that you quote reference number 14.21 on your application.

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the button to be directed to our website where you can download the information pack and application form. 

EDP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Candidates are subject to additional checks including DBS (to the appropriate level) and prison vetting – details will be specified as part of the vacancy details. Outcomes of these additional checks will be considered before any offer/appointment is confirmed.

No agencies please.

Position:                  Policy and Advocacy Officer

Location:                 London, U.K. (preferred) or Washington, D.C.

Status:                     Full-time, permanent

Reports to:              Director, Global Advocacy and Campaigns

Salary range:   £37,900 - £40,200 GBP | $56,700 - $60,100 USD

Deadline to apply:  27 April 2021

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I. Position Summary

Reporting to the Director, Global Advocacy and Campaigns, the Policy and Advocacy Officer will support Malala Fund’s policy development and advocacy activities across the work of the Advocacy department. They will contribute to the development and delivery of high-quality global and national policy advocacy strategies for girls’ education through supporting policy analysis, global and national research projects and the project management of advocacy initiatives on the themes of education financing, education quality and social norms. They will represent Malala Fund externally with sector colleagues and contribute to relationships with technical specialists in key government and international institutions.

II. Responsibilities

Strengthening Policy and Advocacy

• Develops draft key messages and policy recommendations using evidence from our programmes and wider research in consultation with Advocacy colleagues and partners.

• Produce evidence-based policy briefings to inform global and national advocacy work.

• Provides research, evidence-gathering and copy-editing support for advocacy reports.

• Produces advocacy materials, including talking points, high-level correspondence and briefings.

• Maps advocacy targets, moments and tactics for achieving change across Malala Fund’s priority areas.

• Support the coordination and implementation of global and national advocacy campaigns.

• Identifies and implements ways to support greater coherence across the work of the three units within the Advocacy department: Global Advocacy and Campaigns, National Advocacy, Research and Policy.

• Working with the Research and Learning Officer (MEL) and the Programmes department, helps develop frameworks to monitor and evaluate the impact of Malala Fund’s global advocacy.

External Relationships and Representation

• Represents the organisation at external meetings with sector colleagues and technical specialists in key government and international institutions as directed, reporting outcomes to the wider team.

• Undertakes direct advocacy with decision-makers as directed.

• Creates and maintains a database of advocacy targets.

• Develops relationships and conducts advocacy with government departments, parliamentary bodies, oversight bodies and other political influencing targets.

• Promotes and supports the input and voices of education activists and girl advocates at external engagements.

Organisational Culture

• Upholds the values of Malala Fund.

• Actively contributes to making Malala Fund a diverse and equitable workplace through inclusive practice and openness to different perspectives, cultures and ideas.

• Maintains behaviour and conduct that uphold the highest standards for safeguarding, professionally and personally.

• Acts as a role model for a ‘learning organisation’ culture by seeking insight and using problems as opportunities to learn.

III.  Knowledge, Experience and Behaviours

Essential

• Previous experience working in policy and/or advocacy.

• Proven ability to oversee a wide range of tasks and to manage multiple competing deadlines.

• Exceptional writer and editor with meticulous attention to detail, including in order to influence policy and raise public awareness.

• Willing to listen and learn, making space for ideas and approaches that are different than your own.

• Take ownership of and initiative in everything you do, while understanding how to work across teams.

• Strong commitment to Malala Fund’s mission, purpose and values.

• Strong commitment to gender equality, anti-racism, anti-discrimination, decolonisation and social justice.

• Strong commitment to professional development and continued learning.

• Excellent team player with ability to work independently and in collaboration with colleagues at all levels across departments and external stakeholders.

Desirable

• Strong understanding of issues related to girls’ education.

• A good working knowledge of international and regional institutions related to girls’ education and international development.

• Experience using programme evidence to support policy and advocacy work.

• Experience in designing and implementing MEL plans, tools and processes for global advocacy initiatives. 

Note: This position is eligible for immigration sponsorship in the U.K.

IV. About Malala Fund

Registered as a public charity in the U.K. and U.S., Malala Fund is working toward a world where all girls can learn for 12 years and lead without fear. We advocate for resources and policy changes needed to give all girls a secondary education. The girls we serve have high goals for themselves — and we have high expectations for leaders who can help them. We invest in developing country education leaders and frontline organisations — the people who best understand girls in their communities — in regions where most girls are missing out on secondary school. We amplify girls’ voices. Malala Fund is building a movement of young education activists who, like Malala, speak truth to power around the world.

V. How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter through the application link by 27 April 2021.

Please note that due to the very high number of applications we receive when positions are posted, we are only able to respond directly to candidates with whom we wish to move forward in the interview process.

Malala Fund is an inclusive organisation and welcomes applications from under-represented and intersectional groups including BIPOC, LGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities. We are seeking people from different backgrounds, cultures, age, experience and identities, to provide a wide range of experience, ideas, views and insights into the strategy, policies, culture and ambitions of Malala Fund.

Malala Fund is committed to ensuring the safety of those involved in our work. Our first priority is protecting everyone who comes in direct or indirect contact with our organisation. Malala Fund has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and exploitation by any of our staff, representatives or partners. We commit to ensuring that those who work with Malala Fund or on our behalf are able to work in an environment that is free from harm. To this end, Malala Fund reserves the right to conduct background checks on prospective and current employees.

PLP’s first Policy and Parliamentary Officer will help us to influence policy around public law and the constitution and support our work in advocating for change.

Reporting to the Communications Director, you will initially focus on developing parliamentary relationships to promote constitutional reform that is progressive, increases executive accountability, and enhances parliamentary scrutiny.

You will collaborate with Communications, Research and Legal Divisions and work proactively with PLP’s focus area teams to identify and use strategic opportunities to influence and shape policy and stakeholder opinion. You will need to develop excellent working relationships across the organisation as PLP builds its influencing capacity and practice.

You will have a keen interest in our work, some understanding of public law, justice and constitutional reform, and a strong desire to affect change. A good understanding of the workings of Parliament and excellent communications skills, as well as experience of working in policy and building relationships with parliamentarians and civil society is a must for this post.

The post is initially for 12 months to support PLP’s constitutional reform work and the development of an influencing strategy for PLP’s broader strategic objectives. The role may become permanent if funding can be secured and the longer-term benefit of the role is demonstrated. PLP supports flexible working practices and whilst this post is conceived as a full-time role, part-time hours will also be considered.

PLP is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer. We value diversity, we have a diverse team particularly among women and the LGBT community and we acknowledge that we currently have an underrepresentation from Black and Asian people compared to our beneficiaries and within the London-charity sector.  We are continuously taking positive action to improve our diversity and are actively encouraging applicants particularly from Black, Asian and minority ethnic people and people with disabilities.

About ReachOut

ReachOut is a mentoring charity that works with young people from disadvantaged communities in London, Greater Manchester and Liverpool to raise aspirations and help them grow in character and academic attainment. We improve Numeracy, Literacy and Communication Skills whilst reinforcing our core values of Fairness, Self-Control, Good Judgement and Staying Power.

As a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have developed ReachOut Home, our online mentoring programme. ReachOut Home supports our young people’s emotional wellbeing, with a particular focus on character education and building skills to navigate our ‘new normal’. Our online provision has allowed us to take our mentoring programme into new parts of the UK and depending on the situation, we will continue to provide our online programme alongside our face to face delivery when it is safe to do so.

Role Description

We are looking for enthusiastic, collaborative and positive individuals to join our Leadership Programme and become Project Leaders. As a Project Leader, you will run a weekly mentoring project with a group of young people from a primary or secondary school, facilitating the 2-hour sessions alongside other responsibilities. The Leadership Programme is an opportunity to gain and improve your leadership, management and communication skills whilst having a massive impact on the lives of young people. You will be supporting them to raise their aspirations, develop their character, and build their academic attainment and self-confidence. Are you up for the challenge?

Role Details

As a Project Leader you will:

• Spend 2 hours planning and 2 hours delivering your mentoring session each week during term time for 10 - 16 young people and their mentors.
• Manage and support the young people.
• Manage and support the volunteer mentors.
• Complete monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure sessions are as impactful as possible for your mentees.
• Attend ReachOut events and socials with your mentors.
• Follow ReachOut’s policies and procedures to safeguard young people.

Please download the information pack from our website for full details about the job role.

Personal Specification

Experience

• Has worked with groups of young people in the range 9 to 16 years’ old
• Has the potential to take on a leadership role
• Can demonstrate commitment to a cause/activity and has taken an active role in it (e.g. captain of a sports team, president of a society)
• Has professional work experience (e.g. internships, summer placements, etc.) This can also be regular voluntary experience but should roles where you have had responsibility for something, worked to deadlines, worked with others etc.

Skills

• Maths and English skills, (minimum grade C at GCSE or equivalent)
• Communication skills (face-to-face, email, text, phone)
• Good organisation skills (can manage tasks effectively, accurately and in a timely fashion)
• Confident using IT; email, MS Forms, excel and video conferencing

Personal attributes

• Passionate about ReachOut’s mission
• Demonstrates ReachOut’s Character Strengths: Fairness, Good Judgement, Self-Control and Staying Power
• Demonstrate good teamwork skills such as collaboration and delegation
• Open to feedback with a genuine desire to learn and develop personally
• Enthusiastic and energetic
• Excited by challenges
• Prepared to be adaptable and creative
• Positive
• Sociable

Application Instructions

To apply for the Leadership Programme, please visit our website. Applicants must ensure they are available to attend evenings and weekends online training through September 2021. Upon completion of the induction training, all Project Leaders will be paid a lump sum of £50.

We aim to respond to applications within 2 weeks of receiving your application. Applications will be assessed as they come in and assessment centres will be held on a rolling basis. Once the position is filled the vacancy will be closed so applicants are advised to apply early.

Please note, if you are a successful candidate you will be required to undergo an enhanced criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. ReachOut will cover the cost of the check and guide you through the process. All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation.

Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.

Media Officer - Policy & Research Responsibilities:

Every day across Alzheimer’s Society, our people tell our story: to someone with dementia; to a commissioner; to a funder; to a researcher; to a politician; to a volunteer. We need people to unite against dementia if we are to achieve the ambitious aims of the New Deal on Dementia. Our mission will succeed only if we galvanise a movement against dementia.

Have you got what it takes to build on our success so far in making dementia the issue of our time? Then we can promise you a stimulating and varied role in an award winning team in our busy national office in central London. The successful candidate will spot proactive opportunities on a daily basis to frame, provoke and sustain the dialogue on dementia, ensuring it is seen and discussed as a major global 21st century issue, and that we are the go-to thought leader. You will devise and execute creative, integrated campaigns that advocate the rights of people with dementia, change public policy and galvanise people to join with us as part of a social movement for change. Your campaigns will also better ensure Alzheimer’s Society is known for funding research into the cause, cure, care and prevention of dementia.

Media Officer - Policy & Research Requirements:

You will possess a great news sense, a flair for placing stories that build an evidence based narrative, and the ability to jump on and maximise opportunities in the media. You must have experience of working with the national media, excellent communication skills, an understanding of the political environment, and the desire to work in a fast-paced team committed to making a difference.

About Alzheimer’s Society:

Alzheimer’s Society embraces diversity, inclusion and accessibility for all of our people. We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do.

Position: Media Officer - Policy & Research
Location: London
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full time, 35 hours per week
Salary: £25,806 - £28,181 actual per annum (depending on skills and experience) (+ London Allowance of £3,600 if applicable)

Closing Date: 15 April 2021
Interview Date: TBC

You may have experience of the following: Media Officer, Charity, Charities, Third Sector, PR, Public Relations, Campaign Management, Policy Officer, Researcher, Marcoms, Marketing Communications, Press Officer, Journalist, Journalism, Voluntary Sector etc.

Ref: 98156

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a passionate and experienced team. We are seeking a full time Team Manager to provide excellent leadership, management and coordination responsibilities for one of our residential team. The Team Manager will manage a team of support staff providing support to children and young people with SEN needs within a residential setting. Our aim is to empower the children and young people new knowledge and skills, while also building resilience and providing essential emotional and practical support.

The candidates need to have at least two years' experience in the children's homes workforce and at least one year in a Care position where they have managed and supervised staff members.

The working pattern for this role is Monday to Friday 9am - 4.30pm but may include some occasional evenings. Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance and are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.

At Barnardo's we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Our safer recruitment processes mean that the safety and welfare of the child is paramount at every stage of the process and therefore, we adopt rigorous scrutiny in our pre-employment checking. This post is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including a Criminal Records Enhanced Disclosure for the successful candidate.

Must have: A level 3 diploma in the children and young people's workforce.
Desirable: level 5 diploma in management and leadership

Candidates must be able to also pass an OFSTED interview.

Common Duties and Responsibilities:

* To establish and manage the team communications systems ensuring that the Company procedures, policies, strategies and objectives are effectively communicated to all team members.
* To ensure that professional practice in the team is carried out to the highest standards and developed in line with the Company stated objectives of continual improvement in quality of its service to internal and external customers.
* To ensure that the Health and Safety policy, organisation arrangements and procedures as they related to areas, activities and personnel under your control are understood, implemented and monitored.
* To provide vision and leadership to staff within a specialist team, ensuring that effective systems are in place for workload allocation and management, the application of the companies policies and procedures, including those relating to equality, supervision and appraisal and all aspects of their performance, personal development, health and welfare.
* Ensure that a robust staff rota is in place that offers adequate support to the children and young people, and ensure that the rota is retained for future reference.
* All members of staff will receive regular supervision and appraisal and it is the responsibility of each member of staff to follow the company's procedure in respect of supervision and appraisal.
* To ensure the Home exceeds all standards prescribed within (The children homes regulations 2015 including the quality standards).
* To ensure the children and young people's needs are met in line with the children homes regulations 2015 including the quality standards.
* To maximise the effectiveness of staff through motivation, development and the application of Supportive Link personnel policies.
* To take the lead in setting standards and evaluating achievements; to take a proactive role in securing improvements in the quality of services provided by Supportive Link
* To contribute to the development of corporate policies and service initiatives, aimed at improving the service provided by Supportive Link
* To ensure that there is a Statement of Purpose in place, which is appropriate to the needs of young people and outlines qualifications, experience and expertise of the staff employed within the homes.
* To ensure that the area risk assessment known as the regulation 46 set out in (The children homes regulations 2015 including the quality standards) is in place and is kept under regular review.
* To ensure that a home risk assessment is in place and all housekeeping and health and safety documents and checks are in place and are regularly completed and scrutinised.
* To set and review targets and objectives for the home's staff team in order to ensure that work is focused and has clear direction.
* To ensure that sufficient back up resources are available in emergency/out of hours situations including participation in an out of hours 'On-Call' rota.
* To have line management responsibilities for a staff team, ensuring that all staff receive appropriate induction, supervision and appraisal.
* To be responsible for ensuring a full flow of information into and out of the team and to develop effective communication strategies and systems w

Recruiting for a Team Leader to join our Homelessness and Complex Needs Service in Kensington and Chelsea!

GBP 25,225 working 40 hours per week, plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more.

RBKC Complex Needs Service has 5 distinct housing components with a further 3 floating supporting sites accommodating up to 136 residents who present with multiple and/or complex needs including but not exclusive to, substance misuse, mental health, domestic violence, history of violent behaviour, ex-offenders, chaotic and hard to reach groups. All staff in the service may be required to work across any of the sites supported by the service.

Job Overview:

The post holder will be fully involved in all aspects of the day to day management of their designated service, including line managing the relevant front line staff. You will lead in carrying out supervisions, case work management and working with the team to achieve service objectives. You will work closely with the Contract Manager to ensure that the service delivers on all targets, both financial and those around the quality of the service.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and motivate your team to ensure the championing of and maintenance of a positive local culture within your service
- Deliver effective supervision and team meetings with staff and ensure that information, reporting and communication
- Responsible for the personal development of staff, identifying high performers and feeding into the organisations succession plans
- Ensure that Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) required as part of the Contract are met and recorded correctly
- Develop key business relationships with all appropriate relevant customers/external parties to ensure service delivery excellence and maximise new business opportunities in own patch
- Participate in and monitor the initial and continuous assessment of needs and ensure that support planning is carried out in line with assessed needs of the customer
- Carry out other administrative tasks as relevant to the service and directed by the Contract/Heads of Operations
- Deliver an out of hours on-call service for region, where required
- Ensure that all safeguarding cases are managed in line with safeguarding protocols and are reported to Contract Manager/Head of Operations, as appropriate
- Ensure Look Ahead Health and Safety policies are adhered to at all times and to uphold all health and safety responsibilities within relevant policies and local protocols
- Adhere to all the policies and procedures of Look Ahead Care, Support & Housing plus those specific to the project including any statutory requirements

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead

Person Specification:

- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, networks in local business community
- Approachable and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is passionate and enthusiastic about his/her career and job experiences
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

- Educated to degree level or equivalent

Desirable:

- Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications are desirable

For the full job description, please visit the Look Ahead website.

Recruiting a Team Leader to join our Young Peoples service in Milton Keynes!

£25,475 per annum, 40 hours per week plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more.

Milton Keynes Young Peoples Service is for people aged 16-21 with the capacity to support 58 Young People at any one time. The service provides a high level of support to Young People that may be care leavers, looked after children and unaccompanied asylum seeking children. They are supported with a variety of complex support needs such as child sexual exploitation, gangs and offending, substance misuse and mental health.
You will be working with and leading a team of specialists and supports workers to support Young People to meet their aspirations, stay safe and live independently. The service is compiled of 5 properties, the largest capacity at one site being 16 units with 24hr support. Team Leader will be fully involved in all aspects of the day to day management of their designated services, including line managing the relevant front line staff. You will lead and develop competence of direct reports as well as carry caseloads of customers requiring support. You will work closely with the Contract Manager to ensure that the service delivers on all targets, both financial and those around the quality of the service.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and motivate your team to ensure the championing of and maintenance of a positive local culture within your service
- Deliver effective supervision and team meetings with staff and ensure that information, reporting and communication
- Responsible for the personal development of staff, identifying high performers and feeding into the organisations succession plans
- Ensure that Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) required as part of the Contract are met and recorded correctly
- Develop key business relationships with all appropriate relevant customers/external parties to ensure service delivery excellence and maximise new business opportunities in own patch
- Participate in and monitor the initial and continuous assessment of needs and ensure that support planning is carried out in line with assessed needs of the customer
- Carry out other administrative tasks as relevant to the service and directed by the Contract/Heads of Operations
- Deliver an out of hours on-call service for region, where required
- Ensure that all safeguarding cases are managed in line with safeguarding protocols and are reported to Contract Manager/Head of Operations, as appropriate
- Ensure Look Ahead Health and Safety policies are adhered to at all times and to uphold all health and safety responsibilities within relevant policies and local protocols
- Adhere to all the policies and procedures of Look Ahead Care, Support & Housing plus those specific to the project including any statutory requirements

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.

Person Specification:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, networks in local business community
- Approachable and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organised
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is passionate and enthusiastic about his/her career and job experiences
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
Essential:
- Experience of working in a young persons supported housing scheme or similar service.

Desirable:
- Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications are desirable

Interviews will start taking place week commencing 12th April 2021.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

TEAM LEADER – EMPLOYMENT AND SKILLS

GRADE FRWK12, SALARY: £25,219 - £27,689 37 HPW

Framework has an impressive track record of delivering employment related support services in Nottinghamshire for over 15 years. We currently deliver the Work and Health Programme, JETS and are the lead organisation for Building Better Opportunities complex needs employment programme in D2N2.

Framework is hoping to be part of the successful bid to deliver Restart, the DWP’s new flagship employment programme. Restart will provide employability and specialist support to individuals who have been unemployed for more than 12 months. 

The contract is a ‘payment by results’ contract with demanding ‘into work’ and ‘sustainment’ targets as well as range of Customer Service Standards.

As a result of this exciting opportunity, Framework is seeking to recruit a number of Team Leaders to work across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire as part of the Restart Management team.

Successful applicants will:

• be able to motivate and performance manage staff
• be experienced in delivering employment related support
• be able to develop and follow plans in how to meet contractual requirements
• be able to utilise reports to effectively manage performance and compliance
• be able to communicate effectively with the Prime Contractor, Service Managers, staff and participants
• have excellent local knowledge of local support services and employment opportunities
• have experience of working towards challenging targets

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.

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.

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

Closing date: 21/04/2021

Interview Date: 29/04/21 (Please note that due to Covid-19 restrictions the Interview may take place via Microsoft Teams).

97% of the workforce in a recent staff survey said they were proud to work for Framework.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

This exciting new role will attract an experienced and highly motivated Team Leader who can support the Sanctuary Manager in day to day running of a busy sanctuary, and the training and developing of staff and volunteers.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

You will embrace the Ethics and Ethos of the Charity and promote compassionate living

You will have a minimum of 12 months full time experience working with farmed animals, along with proven supervisory / management skills.

Excellent communications skills both written and verbal

Proven experience in leading a team, mentoring and training

Be physically fit and embrace all seasonal weathers

Have a true passion and empathy for all animals which a background in animal care

Ideally experience with Equines

Driving licence essential

 Aim of Role

To support the Sanctuary Manager in the smooth and safe running of the sanctuary, ensuring all residents receive the correct and appropriate care and welfare to live a safe and happy life. To manage and support team members and volunteers so they carry out their roles safely giving appropriate care to the residents in their home.

Main Duties

Farm Animals

• To identify any issues with the sanctuary animals through daily thorough checks
• To have a thorough understanding of all sick animal care plans through regular handovers with the AWM, this information must be communicated effectively to the teams, monitored or trained in accordance to the care plan. Recording all relevant information in appropriate files / books
• On the advice of the AWM you must demonstrate effective communication with vets, farrier, physiotherapist and any other practitioners we engage with. 
• Contact vets, farrier if animals require attention
• Follow all vaccination and treatment programmes for sanctuary animals and communicate or train to teams as advised by AWM or Manager
• Administer medications
• Collect prescription medications as and when required
• Assist with vet / farrier visits
• Support with day to day Animal Care Duties
• Follow all animal feed and enrichment programmes: train and monitor through the teams
• Identify housing and fencing damage
• Ensure all animals are in safe paddocks
• Follow all pasture management programmes
• Assist with safe and appropriate storage of any deliveries

Equine

• Ensure daily and weekly duties for equines are being carried out
• Review weekly equine paperwork
• Support with Physiotherapy
• Attend regular equine meeting with AWM / Manager
• Assist with the worming, vets, farrier and other practitioners visiting the equines
• Plan and prepare weekly work for equine staff, monitor and review
• Work hands on with the equines on a weekly basis
• Support with Equine treatements and care plans

Volunteers 

• Responsible for the sourcing, inducting, training, monitoring, empowering and booking of animal based volunteers
• Organising the weekly tasks for volunteers ensuring safety and supervision at all times through the teams

Administration

• Safe receipt and storage of deliveries
• All associated paperwork regarding rotas and staff availability
• All associated paperwork regarding Volunteers
• Ensure communication books are completed in line with policy
• Ensure all team members are empowered, supported and feel valued to create a positive working environment

Staff Team Organisation

• Monthly rotas
• Sick and holiday cover
• Extra staff when required 
• Write up daily tasks on the board
• Monitor staff, review work and train as required

Policy, Procedure and Legislation

• Work in accordance to the Charity Policy and Procedures
• Follow and ensure staff and volunteers work to procedures and risk assessments
• Follow all legislation which governs our industry in accordance to health and Safety, COSHH and DEFRA
• Ensure you and the staff team work inline with in house training

• In the absence of the AWM conduct the daily morning meeting with staff (Farm and Equine) to ensure they are fully up to date with sanctuary information and de brief at the end of the shift with sanctuary staff.
• Complete daily board for staff and volunteers

Training Salary £18,500 ( six month period )

32.5 hours a week (over a fortnight)

Hours between 8am and 6pm five days a week

Rota over 7 days a week including bank holidays

This role is subject to seasonal changes due to the needs of the sanctuary residents

The Sanctuary does not offer accommodation with this role

We are only able to contact successfull applicants inviting them to the next stage

ABOUT US

Dean Farm Trust established in 2007 is a registered charity and animal sanctuary. Operating in Chepstow South Wales we offer a home for life to unwanted, neglected and abused animals. Our sanctuary is currently home to 185 farmed animals in 62 acres of pasture, paddocks and woodland, We promote compassion and a vegan lifestyle. Our sanctuary is open to the public, private visitors along with hosting tours and events throughout the year. Our ethos is to treat every single animal as an individual, caring for it giving the correct enrichment, feed, space, freedom and companisnship for their life. In the short time we have been open thousands of visitors have come to the sanctuary, many returning with their families and friends.

The primary aim of the Trust is to provide a home for life, shelter, warmth, food, and enrichment, to sick, ill-treated, and abused animals and animals that have been subjected to farming or sport.

To promote humane behaviour towards animals by providing care, treatment, protection, and security for animals and to educate the public in matters pertaining to animal welfare in general and the prevention of cruelty and suffering among animals. The Trust also promotes compassionate living and humane behaviour towards animals through a variety of public education and outreach activities.

Our Charity was delighted when earlier this year the wonderful "Matt Pritchard" became our Patron. He is an animal advocate and is about to embark on a huge challenge of Rowing aacross the Atlantic Ocean to raisefunds for our charity. 

We have had a number of articles written about us in the local and National magazines and papers supporting the work we do and sharing our stories.

In the sort time we have been established our charity has one a number of awards and recently been voted the "Favourite Animal Sanctuary" in the UK by the prestigeous Vegfest

About Us

*** Fixed Term Contract to 28th February 2022 *** 

We're the charity who look after and brings to life 2,000 miles of waterways across Wales and England, because we believe that life is better by water. Every role across the Trust plays its part in transforming our canals and rivers into spaces where local people want to spend time and feel better, bringing wellbeing benefits to millions.

The Project Lead will be responsible for the overall project management of the Active Waterways Cheshire programme ensuring that the agreed project outputs and outcomes are met. They will lead on the implementation and delivery of the project strategies to engage over 55s in physical activity and promote behaviour change, manage arising risks and oversee the evaluation of the project outcomes and impacts. They will also develop the sustainability of the programme over the final months of the 3-year project.  

They will play a key role engaging with key stakeholders and partners, encouraging people to get more active through the delivery of our online programme and a guided walking programme.

These programmes work in partnership with Sport England's active ageing campaigns. 

Location - The successful candidate will work remotely, from a location where travel and access to our North West regional offices/hubs and the project delivery locations across Cheshire is possible. 

This a very pro-active and balanced role, aiding both digital and in person delivery at sites as and when required.

All outdoor activities will be conducted under strict Covid-19 guidelines to ensure the safety of both our teams and participants

About the role

Key Accountabilities:

• Implement the strategy for the successful delivery of the face to face and online programmes to meet agreed funder and partner outputs and outcomes.
• Lead on the implementation of the area specific project plans and programmes of activity and engagement.
• Develop and maintain positive and strong relations with key stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• Facilitate and oversee coordination of data gathering in liaison with the evaluation partner.
• Lead on the implementation of the volunteer strategy including the recruitment and selection of volunteers directly engaged in the project.
• Develop practical working relationships with local organisations to facilitate the delivery and marketing of the programme.
• Manage project budgets and ensure key deliverables are reached within the specified timeframe.
• Work in partnership with key agencies, explore and research the findings and outcomes to enhance the social and physical environment to improve access to physical activity outdoors.
• Lead on the implementation of the communications and marketing plan.
• Ensure the safety and safeguarding of all participants in the project.
• Implement, chair and manage the Project Steering Group and support the Advisory group, preparing regular progress reports reporting against key deliverables, programme, risk and budget.
• Work with internal & external partners develop the sustainability of the programme.
• Line management and support of the Active Ageing Project Co-ordinator. 

About you 

• Experience in project management and delivery in areas including health & well-being, physical activity, and volunteering.
• Experience of budget / financial management.
• Proven experience in community development and engagement.
• Proven experience of effective partnership working.
• Experience of line management.
• Experience of volunteer management.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal.
• Strong time management skills.
• Experience with the media and of publicity / marketing.
• Some experience in event planning.
• Some knowledge of gathering, analysing and interpreting data and information.
• Experience in presenting and showcasing outcomes and achievements.
• Strong IT Skills.

Safety Responsibilities 

• Lead by example, ensure your team take responsibility for the safety of colleagues, volunteers, themselves and customers. Comply with Canal & River Trust’s Health & Safety policy and defined standards. Investigate and report incidents, accidents and near misses. Ensure safe use of appropriate equipment, prepare Risk Assessments and Method Statements ensuring contents are understood and acted upon.
• To be aware of your own responsibilities regarding safeguarding and to support our commitment to providing safe environments and working practises that promote and protect the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk at all times. 

DBS

As this role is on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 Exception Order applicants must state the details of any cautions or convictions whether spent or unspent on the self-disclosure section of the application form.

A criminal record is not necessarily a bar to employment with us. HR will advise and decisions made on a case-by-case basis.

We are currently conducting our interview processes virtually as we continue to respect and follow necessary social distancing guidance to protect our team and our candidates.  You may be invited to a face-to-face further stage interview which will always be conducted following strict social distancing guidelines. 

What We Offer

In addition to your salary, we offer access to a generous contributory DC Pension Plan, and excellent annual holiday entitlement. More information on our benefits can be found via our ‘apply’ portal.  

We aim to represent the diverse communities we are part of and welcome applicants from across all sectors of the community. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce brings with it a diversity of ideas, thinking and ways of working which enhances what we do.

All candidates will be treated on the basis of their merits, skills and abilities and solely by being assessed against the requirements for the job. Many of our vacancies can be considered for people who wish to work flexibly, job share or part time. 

Find out more about the work we do on our website. 

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