Parents Against Child Exploitation (Pace) is the lead national charity that works alongside parents and carers of children who are, or who are at risk of being exploited by individuals from outside of the family. We provide guidance and training to professionals on how child sexual exploitation, modern slavery, human trafficking and the criminalisation of exploited children affects the whole family.

This is an exciting opportunity to pilot Pace’s work in Liverpool, working with multi-agency partners tackling child sexual and criminal exploitation, to act as an independent source of support and contact for parents whose children are being sexually and criminally exploited, and to liaise between statutory agencies and families in order to maximise the ability of all parties to safeguard a child a risk of, or being exploited by individuals from outside the family.

You will have good active listening skills, be able to give non-judgmental emotional support, have the ability to empathise and engage with affected parents, and respect their vital role in safeguarding their child. You will be able to liaise and develop a good rapport with partner agencies in Liverpool, and offer advice on good practice relating to working in partnership with affected parents. You will maintain your own professional practice and ensure ongoing development through use of supervision and training. You will adhere to Pace ethos and policies including equal opportunities and diversity.

This post is funded until 31 March 2021, with a commitment to find further continued funding.

Closing Date: Sunday 1 March 2020

Interviews: Friday 6 March 2020 to be held in Liverpool, venue TBC.

As Property Custodian Trustee working two days or four half days per week, in our modern open plan offices, your skills will be key to helping us work with Parishes as they manage their properties, particularly any commercial or legal aspects. The sucessful candidate will also assist the Head of Property and Diocesan Board of Finance with activities relating to investment properties, retired clergy housing, glebe lands and houses.

The Custodian Trustee Administrator is a key member of the property team and will be the main  contact for our parishes when they have a legal, commercial or planning issue with their property. You will work closely with our solicitors and other experts to agree appropriate actions that respond to issues raised.

Ideally you will already have a practical understanding of general property issues such as maintenance, buying, selling, leasing and other land transactions.

Previous experience of legal documents, concepts and trusts in addition to maintaining spreadsheets and databases will be essential. This job would suit someone who is familiar with the commercial and / or legal aspects of property management.

Please see the full recruitment pack for details of how to apply for this role and use the application form attached - we look forward to hearing from you soon!

Sir Gabriel Wood's Mariners' Home specialises in Residential Elderly Care and Korsakoff Syndrome, situated on Newark Street, Greenock. We are located in a quiet residential area of Greenock, with pleasant gardens at the front and rear of the building with just under 8 acres of land. It is one of the finest A listed buildings in the West End of Greenock with a prestigious history. It was founded by Sir Gabriel Wood's in 1850

We aim to provide the highest standard of individually tailored person centred care for the elderly, those with Korsakoff's Syndrome, Dementia & Alzheimer's, special needs, rehabilitation, short term and long term care and also end of life care with the intention to make life as comfortable, fulfilling and satisfying as possible.

Job Title:  General Manager

Responsible to:  Committee of Management

Job Specification: To take responsibility as the person-in-charge for the day-to-day running of the home.

To take Joint professional accountability in respect of the clinical management of the home alongside Care Manager.

To promote a caring environment for service users through high standards of professional practice which are conducive to the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual needs of the service users.

To demonstrate leadership of your staff team and to act as a positive role model ensuring your presence is visible within the community of the home.

To ensure that each service user receives care appropriate to their individual need.

To manage expenditure in accordance with allocated budgets.

To ensure achievement of S.G.W.M.H  Standards by the implementation of the Investors in People Standard Principles

To implement the requirements of the recognised outcomes for Care Homes for Older People, published in accordance with Codes of Practice and ensure that all outcomes are met.

 Job Description:

Day-to-day running of the home

1. To manage the day-to-day running of the home and to act as person-in-charge.

2. To provide all relevant information and leaflets to prospective new service users and to make appointments and show them and their relatives around the home.

3. To arrange and access trial visits.

4. To assess whether the home is able to meet the personal care needs of any prospective service user and to negotiate an appropriate fee with the purchasing authority or the client or client’s family.

5. To ensure that each new service user receives a written copy of the “Terms and Conditions” of residence, a copy of the Pre-Admission Assessment and letter confirming admission to the home. Ensure that each service user and, where appropriate, their representative or carer understands them.

6. To ensure that adequate arrangements are made for the introduction and reception of new service users.

7. To investigate complaints in accordance with Care Inspectorate Guidelines and Charity Policy, take appropriate action and report to Committee of Management or the Care Inspectorate.

8. To liaise with and co-operate with Care inspectors and inspections.

9. To implement and operate the Charity Quality and Observational Tool.

10. To ensure that all data held on behalf of staff and service users is stored in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

Service User Care

1. To ensure that the emotional, spiritual, physical, medical and material needs of the service users are recognised, assessed and met.

2. To support service users in the taking of decisions in matters which affect their lifestyle.

3. To make or contribute to the assessment of needs of each service user in conjunction with the service user, relevant professional agencies and, where appropriate, the service user’s family, and develop a care plan which provides a satisfactory quality of life for that person. Ensure that all care plans are reviewed regularly and kept up to date in accordance with Care Inspectorate and Charity requirements.

4. To promote relationships which enable each service user to participate in social activities within the home and in the life of the local community to the maximum of their ability.

5. To ensure that regular relative’s and resident’s meetings are arranged. In addition, to ensure that Service User Focus meetings are held.

6. To ensure the provision of health care arrangements, which may include the ordering, recording, and where appropriate, the administration of prescribed medication.

7. To undertake regular clinical audits such as pressure ulcer, accidents and care plans.

8. To be responsible, for the efficient running of the domestic character of the home, which will include the following:

a) Planning menus with service users and Head Cook.

b) Ensuring that the dietary needs of the service users are met

c) Ensuring that good standards of food presentation are maintained

d) Ensuring that supplies are ordered

e) Ensuring that good standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained.

f) Planning social events/activities with service users and staff

g) Ensuring that the house has an homely feel and is tidy

h) Ensuring that fresh flowers are visible daily

i) Ensuring that background music is played throughout the day

9. To ensure the provision of care, including that which may be provided by a competent and caring relative and which may include terminal care, under the direction of the GP and with the support of the community nursing service.

Staff Matters

1. To recruit, appoint and deploy care, catering, administrative and domestic staff according to Charity Policy and Care Inspectorate requirements.

2. To ensure that there is a good communication with and between staff and to arrange regular staff and Head of Department meetings. Staff meetings should be minuted and carried out every 3 months and Head of Department meetings every month.

3. To ensure that effective induction, supervision and assessment of staff is carried out and that training needs are identified and met. Organise training sessions in accordance with Charity Training Plan.

4. To ensure that employment protection legislation is implemented.

5. To oversee staff rotas one month in advance.

6. To implement the Holiday Management System in accordance with Company guidelines.

7. To oversee and manage the preparation of payroll to ensure correct payment of staff.

8. To oversee the mentorship of SVQ  students within the home.

9. To ensure that each member of staff is aware of the Home’s policies and has recorded their awareness in the Charity documentation.

10. To enforce any disciplinary procedures and dismissals when necessary. To ensure Charity Indemnification.

11 To ensure that each member of staff is providing safe and good care for each resident by following the Charity Policy and Procedure in respect of staff supervision.

12. To provide regular teaching sessions on topics relevant to activities and residents within the home.

Premises

1. Manage any malfunction of the heating, lighting or emergency systems and ensure the security of the premises. Advise the Committee of Management  of any issues that have been addressed.

2. Ensure that the Monthly environment audit is carried out.

3. Ensure that risk assessments are carried out as per Charity and Legislative requirements.

4. To ensure that the fire regulations are complied with, ensuring that any items of risk are managed effectively. Advise the Committee of Management and Maintenance Officer immediately if there are areas of risk.

5. To ensure that legislation and regulations concerning environmental health, infection control, building control, planning and health and safety are complied with, and to advise the Committee of Management and Trustees accordingly where action is required.

6. To read the Annual Health and Safety Reviews and instigate all requirements.

7. To ensure that the standards in the kitchens meet current EHO guidelines in respect of cleanliness and regulatory guidelines

Finance

1. To be responsible for overseeing all petty cash transactions, and accurate records and auditing the funds on a monthly basis.

2. To be responsible for the monitoring and control of day-to-day expenditure within the limits prescribed by the home budget provided by the Committee of Management.

3. To ensure that service users are, whenever possible, supported in retaining responsibility of their own money and financial arrangements.

4. To ensure that, where a service user is assessed as incapable of handling their own financial affairs, that their money is handled properly and with the utmost probity and that records are kept of all financial transactions.

5. To ensure that monies collected via donations are managed correctly. Ensure that the Resident fund account requires two signatures for all expenditure. Liaise with families and residents in respect of the way the monies are to be spent.

6. To ensure that all fees are paid on time, by implementing standing order payments wherever possible.

Marketing the Home

1. To ensure good relationships are formed and maintained with Care Managers to establish open communication and continual referrals.

2. To work closely with all professionals attending the home to encourage their continuing involvement and ensure positive feedback about the home and the Charity.

3. To maintain strong connections with the community via newsletters being issued to GPs, Solicitors etc.

4. To ensure that the Client Contact Base is kept up to date at all times.

5. To complete Client Enquiry forms and Pre-Admission Finance Forms for all enquiries. Ensure that all Enquiries are followed up on a weekly basis.

6. To maintain an awareness of the current Average Fee and ensure that all new fees negotiated maintain or improve this.

8. To provide training to your Deputy and other senior staff in respect of marketing the home, showing potential clients around the home, making assessments and liaising with families in order that admissions may take place during your absence.

9. In addition to the planned events for the residents, to provide two planned occasions to extend the home’s hospitality to the local community, professionals, family and friends, as a marketing opportunity.

Personal Responsibilities

1. To act at all times in a manner that promotes the Charities best interests.

2. To act at all times in a manner which promotes harmonious working relationships with all colleagues.

3. To maintain at all times a dress code appropriate to the working environment and the Charity.

4. To undertake the Registered Manager Award and keep up to date professionally.

5. To undertake any training necessary for the completion of your duties.

6. To undertake any other duties as and when required.

7. To abide by all Charity Policies and Procedures in accordance with the Staff Handbook and Policy and Procedure File.

Required to start March 2020 (flexible)

We are looking for an outstanding project and events manager who can work with a significant budget and a small, talented team to deliver training, events and opportunities that are on a par with blue-chip graduate programmes.

Reporting to the Head of Delivery, the Programme and Events Manager will work across the full breadth of programme delivery as well as taking a leading role in the planning and delivery of events.

You will act as the “glue” that holds the programme team together: managing and monitoring the project plan and budget, ensuring milestones are being met, and coordinating across the organisation to maximise efficiency and ensure an efficient, joined-up approach.

To apply, please follow the link where you will need to fill in a short application form and upload a CV.

Closing date: 24th February 2020 at midday
First round interviews: 2nd/3rd March 2020
Second round interviews: 10th/11th March 2020

Please let us know if you will have any limits on your availability during this time.

Applications will be assessed as they are received.

We're looking for someone with a passion for working with young people and  creating the conditions for them to affect change.  As the national youth council of the UK, BYC brings young people together to find their voice and use it for social and political change.  The Youth Engagement Team work on structured programmes that connect young people with decision makers such as the Youth Select Committee, the NHS England Youth Forum and the Bank of England Youth Forum.

If you have experience of working with young people and stakeholders as well as a commitment to enabling young people to be agents of change then we'd love to hear from you.

This post can be home based or based in our London HQ. It will involve regular weekend and evening working, for which Time Off In Lieu can be taken, and travel within the UK, for which expenses will be covered.

The British Youth Council  is committed to safeguarding and protecting the young poeple that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safe recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working across our services.

Join our experienced and passionate team of coaches who, in partnership with local churches, deliver the Spear Programme, equipping and empowering unemployed 16 – 24 year olds to overcome disadvantage and turn their lives around by moving into sustainable work or further education:

Responsibilities

• Spear team support

The Supply Coach will act as a stand-in coach to support Spear teams across London, as well as in current and planned regional centres (Brighton and Leeds).  This role will therefore suit someone who is comfortable working in a spontaneous way and enjoys variety, able to fit into existing teams with ease.

• Delivery of Spear Foundation

You will prepare and coach Spear Foundation sessions and 1-1s with trainees, to ensure that young people are engaged, retained and work-ready by the end of this 6-week initial phase of the programme.  You will need to be confident leading groups with a warm and engaging working style, and able to manage behaviour effectively.

• Delivery of Spear Career

Supporting Spear centres with the delivery of weekly Spear Career sessions and running application workshops with past Trainees as well as maintaining records and reporting on outcomes. You will also support with building employer links for trainees and the running of ‘Hire Me’ recruitment events.

Coaching Team Support

Supporting Spear Centre Managers with preparing and customising coaching notes, as well as with building local employer and supporter networks.

Supporting in the training and development of Graduate Coaches by modelling excellent coaching in the Training Room and giving regular feedback.

Consulting team support

You will have the opportunity to continually engage in professional development and so a desire to grow as a coach in a variety of settings will be required. You will have the opportunity to grow as an Associate Coach with Resurgo Consulting, to be trained and deployed to coach on their wider corporate coaching programmes with corporates and not-for-profit organisations on a range of management, feedback and culture programmes, as well as our flagship Coaching for Leaderships course. Applicants with experience in different sectors and a desire to grow as a corporate coach are therefore welcomed.

Active Participation in Christian Mission and Faith

You may be asked to support with events at Spear partner churches, including Spear celebrations and speaking at churches on Sundays. You will also be expected to contribute to and lead regular prayer meetings and demonstrate spiritual leadership as per Resurgo’s Christian ethos, working alongside church staff to support the missional aspect of the work of the church.

Person Specification

• Qualifications at degree level or equivalent

• Dynamic and engaging coach with experience of and enthusiasm for the practice of coaching, and a desire to develop as a coach, together with a minimum of a year’s experience in training and development

• Experience of and a heart to continue working with disadvantaged young people, and commitment to transforming urban communities

• Active Christian faith and ability to personally represent the Christian values of Resurgo

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with a sense of humour, fun and high emotional intelligence

• Highly self-motivated with the ability to lead others effectively

• Exercises initiative, with good time management and the ability to work well under pressure and prioritise workload

• Accurate and efficient in typing and work methods, with competence in IT and excellent organisational skills

To manage, lead, shape and develop SCT’s frontline services including all aspects of our ‘Recovery Hub’, Drop-in and service user involvements in SCT’s social enterprises.

See attached Job pack for further details.

Please complete the application form and send a copy of your CV.

Candidates selected for interview will be contacted on Monday 2nd March 2020

Informal Interviews will take place on Friday 6th March 2020

Final Interviews will take placeon Wednesday 11th March 2020

UK charity Children’s Liver Disease Foundation takes action against the effects of childhood liver disease, providing information, emotional support, research funds and a voice for all affected.

Please find out more about the difference we make on our website.

CLDF is looking for an experienced practitioner to join our Support Team as a Children and Families Officer to provide an innovative, unique child and family support service. 

As a key part of the Support team the Children and Families Officer will deliver family projects, resources and services including leaflet development, on-line information resources, themed projects and developing and delivering events and residentials.

The Children and Families Officer will undertake travel to hospitals and introduce themselves and CLDF to families, starting the development of their relationship with CLDF and building upon existing relationships. Providing improved outcomes for children and siblings affected by liver disease is at the heart of this service, as is ensuring that families can access support and advice relating to the educational needs of the children affected.

The Children and Families Officer will provide emotional support to families of a child with a liver disease, empowering them to take control of their lives, cope with chronic illness and signpost them to appropriate services looking at the family from a holistic viewpoint.

If you have the required skill set, want a job that makes a real difference and are hardworking, tenacious and outgoing, we're interested to hear from you.

Weekend working away from home, supporting the residential/events programme ( 5/6 times per year) and travelling nationwide will be required. The post is supported by Children in Need funding.

This a permanent, part-time 4 days (28 hours) per week post.

Please note that a Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) check will be undertaken.

London
Full time
Permanent contract or seven-year termed appointment

Do you have the vision and skills to lead Education and Learning in the church through changing times?
This role supports the Education and Learning Committee of General Assembly, the three Resource Centres for Learning and the Training and Development officers in our Synods.  Their joint goal is to enable the United Reformed Church to provide integrated education and training to equip the whole people of God for mission.  A key part of this role is to encourage and foster continued evolution towards better meeting our goal in changing circumstances, in which intergenerational learning is key.

You will have proven experience of delivering education and learning as well as change management capabilities.

Applications are invited from candidates who are a member of the United Reformed Church or of a church belonging to World Communion of Reformed Churches, Disciples Ecumenical Consultative Council, Council for World Mission, Action for Churches Together in Scotland, Churches Together in England, Cytun (Churches Together in Wales), Free Churches Group or Churches Together in Britain and Ireland.*  

If you are interested in working for us and can meet the above requirements, please contact us/see our website for an application form (noting that we do not accept CVs).

Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Monday 24 February 2020  
Interview date:  Tuesday 31 March 2020

*In accordance with the Equalities Act 2010: Part 1, Schedule 9, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian.

This post is subject to an enhanced certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Spitalfields Crypt Trust (SCT) is an East London charity providing practical help, support and training to people who have been homeless and suffering from addiction. It runs a homeless drop-in, a Hub (which includes Recovery an abstinence-based residential recovery hostel, a Primary Programme and a Continuing Care Programme), supported houses and two social enterprises supporting people in recovery from addictions to put their lives back together. Our integrative approach is based on the ‘Recovery Capital’ methodology and is a whole-person approach, which takes into account physical, cultural, social, human and spiritual factors.

In employment we actively seek to recruit people with a good combination of talent, skills and potential, promoting equality for all, and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates.  We select all candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications, experience and commitment to the values and purposes of the organisation. (Sources - Equal Opportunities Policy 2.2 (i) and (v)).  SCT is a growing organisation with opportunities for motivated people with high levels of initiative.

This is a new role within a friendly and committed Fundraising and Communications Team motivated to help people recovering from addictions. We work closely with the fundraisers and all of the charity’s frontline delivery teams.

This is a great opportunity for someone to dive into a creative working culture, capturing and sharing powerful stories in a way that can dramatically change lives for the better.  You’ll be comfortable engaging with people from a wide range of backgrounds – from those visiting our homeless drop in to visiting dignitaries. The communications work is varied, interesting and challenging. This is not a big anonymous workplace, so who you are and how you work will make a difference.

We need a self starter to arrive with up to date skills and be ready to apply them.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Increase the organisation’s visibility amongst potential and existing supporters through digital and print communications.
• Contribute towards the communications strategy aligning it with SCT overall strategy, particularly fundraising.
• Support development and implementation of integrated marketing campaigns to deliver on fundraising objectives, using insight gained from market research to target key audiences.
• Implement and manage monitoring for SCT’s website and social media, selecting appropriate tools such as Google Analytics, working with our web developer.
• Manage evaluation for digital and print marketing activity including setting ambitious but achievable campaign KPIs, regular data analysis to optimise activity and maximise fundraising opportunities.
• Produce a quarterly report on website and social media activity for the Head of Fundraising and Communications, Senior Management Team and Trustees.
• Develop and optimise digital and social media outputs including text, images, video and audio to reach key audiences including as part of larger campaigns.
• Be a brand gatekeeper, ensuring the organisation remains on message both in content and visually.
• Co-ordinate a content and activity schedule in conjunction with fundraising to ensure that communication with our donor base is coordinated, timely, relevant and targeted.
• Manage the production of the supporters’ newsletters. Co-ordinate editorial meetings, production schedules and content with the fundraising team and information officer.
• Apply best-practice in SEO to refine and improve Google grant ROI.
• Work with our PPC agency to monitor and update SCT’s Google Grant campaigns
• Stay on top of developments in communications, particularly digital, and look for new ways for SCT’s communications to be more effective and cost effective.
• Migrate SCT’s existing image and video assets to a Digital Rights Management system, and establish workflow for new images and video to be retained efficiently
• Managing and being first point of call for any external agencies (PR/Marketing/Communications)
• Management of ‘crisis’ communications should the occasion arise
• To perform any other duty consistent of the role

Applications close on March 1st 2020 or when a suitable candidate is recruited.

Interviews will take place on March 5th 2020 (or before dependant on applications).

If you have not been contacted by March 2nd 2020 your application has been unsuccessful.

London
Full time
Permanent contract or seven-year termed appointment  

Are you passionate about the World Church? Does working with others towards a more just world for all energise you? Could you help the URC to be a multicultural church and live out its intercultural calling?

Global and Intercultural Ministries is a key programme that gives expression to the URC’s mission and faith. In this role and as part of the Mission Team, you will lead this area of work, enabling the church to build and deepen global partnerships, to find ways to be a multicultural church committed to an intercultural habit, and to connect the local and the global in new and creative ways.

You will have demonstrable capacity for international and intercultural working, with experience of church in other contexts. You will be able to think strategically and theologically about mission, racial justice and multicultural issues. You will be an excellent communicator and team player, with good organisational skills. Experience of policy development and line management would be a distinct advantage.

We can offer a flexible and friendly work environment with a generous final salary pension scheme.

If you are interested in working for us and can meet the above requirements, please contact us/see our website for an application form (noting that we do not accept CVs).

Closing date for applications: 12 noon, Monday 24 February 2020
Interview date: Monday 9 March 2020

In accordance with the Equality Act 2010: Part 1, Schedule 9, there is a an genuine occupational requirement for the post holder to be a practising Christian and a member of the United Reformed Church or of a church which belongs to one or more of the World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC), Disciples Ecumenical Consultative Council (DECC), Council for World Mission (CWM), Action of Churches Together in Scotland (ACTS), Churches Together in England (CTE), Cytun (Churches Together in Wales), Free Churches Group (FCG) or (Churches Together in Britain and Ireland (CTBI).

This post is subject to an enhanced certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Description

An exciting opportunity for someone who wants to grow in an accounting role as part of a growing charity.

The role of the Accounts Assistant is to expertly perform key financial activities that support the achievement of Resurgo’s mission and to encourage the flourishing of its culture.

You will perform a vital role in the efficient workings of the finance department and are expected to contribute actively to improve and develop the department’s activities. You will be responsible for preparing financial statements and accounts, managing ledgers, support creation of forecasts and budgets, and help with the preparation of tax and gift aid returns.

The finance team is led by the CFO, who is supported by the Financial Accountant and the Accounts Assistant.

Resurgo Trust annually generates about £3 million of donations, employs c.50 staff, and is based in London.  It is regarded as one of the leading UK charities for social impact and enjoys demonstrably high-impact outcomes to its work. Resurgo Trust owns two wholly owned trading subsidiaries, Resurgo Consulting Limited and Resurgo Ventures Limited.

In 2016 we were listed as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in the ‘Great Place to Work’ Awards.

Person specification

•A practising Christian who is passionate about personally representing the Christian values of Resurgo and is committed to Resurgo’s mission to transform urban communities.

•Professional accounting qualification (AAT/CIMA) essential, whether completed or in process

•Accounting experience for a minimum of three years essential

•Xero (or similar) accounting solution experience desirable, together with expertise in Microsoft office programmes

•Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills essential

•High attention to detail and excellent accuracy

•Effective communicator, with the ability to work closely with colleagues

•Self-motivated with good time management skills

•High levels of integrity and the ability to act confidentially

This is an exciting time in the diocese, with the launch of the vision of a Transforming Church, Transforming Lives in 2016 leading to significant new missional energy in many of our churches, chaplaincies and schools.  It has been especially encouraging to witness the development of around 80 new worshipping communities since the launch, including some major projects in areas of new housing.

Over the past eighteen months we have moved our diocesan teams into new, attractive, open plan offices on the University of Surrey Research Park; and more recently we have embarked on a major review of the services we offer, seeking to ensure that the diocesan strategy gets well embedded, that our resources are efficiently managed, and that Church House Guildford is genuinely scratching where the parishes are itching. 

One outcome the major review at Church House Guildford is that of a new process, the Parish Needs Process.  In this process, a Mission Enabler will guide every church through a process of discernment towards a new/renewed vision and Church Development Plan, ready for the Archdeacons biennial Visitation.  The Mission Enabler team, made up of posts with particular specialisms, is then available to act as consultants going forward.  We believe this will release faith, energy, hope and resources for church renewal, health and growth.

It is a new team of 6 posts with a new sense of purpose and a clear plan.  It is a very good time to join when the learning curve will be steep.  The challenge is great, but the potential is huge.

We look forward to receiving your application form and a supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) highlighting your reasons for applying, what you can bring to the role, and how you meet its requirements. The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 21 February 2020 at 12.00pm. For full details of the role and person specification and contact information for an informal discussion, please see the job application pack and our website.

May our God lead you as you seek the next step forward in your own life and ministry.

The Targeted Project Coordinator will be responsible for the delivery and development of Oxygen’s work, targeted at young people at risk of exclusion and involvement in crime. They will implement key projects in response to the needs of young people which are designed help them overcome the challenges they face and support their development and progression.  

We are delighted to have secured three year funding for this role through the Young Londoners Fund from the Greater London Authority. 

We are looking to recruit a dynamic, passionate and committed Youth Worker to join our dedicated team.  You will be an innovative, creative thinker who is eager to learn and to apply your skills and abilities in a variety of ways.  You will see opportunities, where others see insurmountable a challenges and problems.  You will be able to release potential in young people when others cannot.  

You will have the confidence to challenge young people, raise their self-esteem and fuel their motivation to engage with Oxygens services. You’ll need to demonstrate an ability to build effective, meaningful and trusting relationships with young people, helping them discover their unique gifts and talents and enabling them to achieve their goals.  You must be able to spot opportunities to demonstrate that you believe in young people and be prepared to go the extra mile for them.

The Targeted Project Coordinator will be tasked with developing new and innovative projects, utilising the potential around Oxygen's charity shop for an upcycling/ salvage/ enterprise scheme and coordinating interventions across a range of projects.  You will respond to the needs of young people, referred to us by our partners in schools, youth justice, social services and the voluntary and faith sector.  The role will have a significant prominence and impact upon the lives of young people struggling with education and at risk of involvement in crime. 

The role will help us improve our practice, evidence young people’s progression and highlight their achievements. The Project Coordinator will have clear targets around achieving London Youth’s Quality Mark and working with Project Oracle, and have responsibility for recruiting and training mentors to support young people.

Oxygen was established over 20 years ago and was the vision of a group of young people, who wanted to demonstrate their faith by meeting the needs of marginalised and disadvantaged young people.  It is supported by many local churches in the Boroughs of Kingston and Richmond as well as local trusts, individual donors, local government and other faiths.

Oxygen has proven highly successful in empowering young people through our innovative programmes and interventions, such as youth clubs, afterschool clubs, mentoring programme, Developing Leaders Programme and it’s ‘What’s the Point?’ programme, tackling knife crime.

Oxygen was awarded the Best charity or social enterprise 2018 by Kingston Business Excellence and selected as one of the Kingston Mayor’s charities 2019/20.