Catch22 exists to help build a society where everyone has a good place to live, good people around them, and a fulfilling purpose. We call these our '3Ps'.

We achieve our mission in two ways. First, we improve lives on the frontline through delivery of public services. Secondly, we use our knowledge to change 'the system', to fix the complex web that can trap and disempower those it was set up to help. With the heart of a charity and the mindset of a business, we are uniquely placed to deliver on this exciting agenda.

Job Description

Are you an experienced HR professional with strong generalist experience? Are you looking to make real impact in improving employee engagement for your people?

As the HR Advisor for Catch22 you will be responsible for providing expert ER advice and guidance, in line with best practice and our Catch22 policies and procedures. Ensuring that across the Catch22 group, our people managers receive a professional, high quality, customer focused and consistent ER service.

Working closely with the HR Officer and People Business Partners, you will also contribute to the development of key HR interventions, to help improve our HR processes and practices across Catch22.

You will also work collaboratively across the People Team as and when required, particularly in the area of key recruitment and TUPE.

This is a great opportunity to gain organisational exposure to the key organisational hubs.

For full Job Description click here.

To succeed in this role:

• You will be able to provide expert advice and deal with matters in a timely manner.
• You will be able to make sound judgement on when to escalate matters identifying risks and looking at possible solutions.
• You will be a fast learner, with a curious mind, with the ability to learn from previous examples and capture the key lessons to be learned from people related issues that arise.

Qualifications

• Level 5 CIPD

Experience 

• Significant experience of managing ER casework from informal stages through to formal hearings and appeals.
• Dealing with front line manager queries.
• Handling multiple tasks and working under pressure.
• Drafting / updating clear and concise HR policies and management guidance documents.
• Delivering training.

Other

• Understanding of and commitment to Catch22’s vision.
• Share Catch22’s values.

Additional information

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum

Contract: Fixed term until 31st December 2021

Location: You will need to be able to work flexibly. Whilst home-based, you will need to travel regularly across the designated area including but not limited to London and Brasted, Kent.

Benefits

• Pension scheme with matching contributions of up to 4%
• Discounted shopping opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme

It is a hugely exciting time to be joining the British Red Cross. We launched our ten-year strategy last year with a focus on Disasters and Emergencies, Migration and Displacement and Health Inequalities. In line with this, we have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Strategic Funding Advisor to lead and drive income growth in line with our strategic goals.

Why this role matters
You’ll work in close collaboration with stakeholders across Programmes and Fundraising teams to create and deliver high quality and compelling content, products and materials that will enable fundraisers to raise income efficiently and successfully.

The role might be for you if

• You’ve got a proven track record of delivering high quality and compelling written materials for a range of different audiences.
• You have experience managing and delivering work / projects involving multiple stakeholders.
• You have good time management and organisational skills with the ability to work on several projects at any one time.
• You have excellent written communication and attention to detail, with strong interpersonal and relationship building skills across different stakeholders.
• You can translate technical programme information into compelling supporter communications. You will also have experience of writing proposals and communication materials for a range of donor audiences. 

More about the team
The Strategic Funding team is a critical function, serving as the interface between Fundraising and Programmes both in the UK and internationally. The team drives income growth in line with BRC’s strategic goals and enables fundraising from institutions, corporates, trusts and foundations, major donors, community and supporter marketing. 

Closing date for applications is 23:59, on Tuesday 10th August 2021 with interviews to follow week commencing 16th August 2021.

Please click on apply to redirect to our website ,where you can view the job description and person specification for full list of duties, responsibilities, and criteria, and submit your application.
 

Dear Applicant:

Re:  Employment Adviser

The Limehouse Project (LHP) is one of Tower Hamlets leading community anchor organisation, providing a wide range of services to communities throughout east London. From legal advice on a range of social welfare issues to financial capability services, accredited learning programmes, and employment support services, we work both independently and in partnership with a wide range of other organisations and businesses to ensure every one of our client’s is given the timely aid and active support they need to deal with – and move on from – whatever issue they face.

Limehouse Project has this excellent opportunity for an Employment Adviser working 35 hours per week, providing high-quality advice and support to our clients to empower them to progression and employment opportunities. This role is more crucial than ever amid the Covid-19 crisis, to enable and empower our service users and respond effectively in this current economic climate.

Your key responsibilities as Employment Adviser:

• Deliver employability support services face to face and remotely
• Provide holistic information and advice and guidance (IAG) and identify pathway routes for skills development through opportunities in training, work experiences, volunteering and employment options.
• Provide practical assistance in one to one and group support for employment related activities; creating CVs, assisting applications, improving interview techniques, employability skills and conducting better off in work calculations
• offer post-employment support to ensure a smooth transition from benefits to salary.

Does this describe you?

You are client focused with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, showing the ability to meet the needs of a varied clients base. You will have at least one-year experience in the field of Employment.

Enclosed are as follows:

• Job description & Person specification
• Application Form
• Guidance Notes on completing the Application Form
• Limehouse Project Recruitment Monitoring Form
• Annual Report to give you some background information about Limehouse Project

We look forward to receiving your completed application. 

Closing date:  Sunday the 8th of August 2021. Time: 5.00pm

Interview:  Via Teams, Wednesday the 11th of August 2021

*Please see the recruitment pack attached for the full job desciption , personal specification and Training and Employment Coordinator contact details for informal discussion regarding the role.

My client, an amazing Charity dedicated to supporting those who have suffered from human rights injustice now has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Human Resources Adviser to join them on a full time, permanent basis. This is fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a wide variety of generalist HR activities and who is keen to further develop their experience in managing complex employee relations matters.  

As Senior HR Adviser, you will join a friendly and supportive HR team providing professional HR support to teams and managers, covering all aspects of HR and the employee lifecycle including recruitment and selection, learning and development, employee relations and performance management. You’ll support the continuous improvement of HRs processes to ensure the teams working practices are efficient and effective, manage and review employment compliance issues such as pre-employment checks, professional registrations and DBS checks, manage contractual arrangements with HRs third party suppliers, lead on employee benefits and initiatives, help develop the effective use of the HRIS and much more!

This is also a great opportunity for someone to take a lead on ensuring the organisation is adopting a best practice approach to equality and inclusion through inclusive recruitment and employment practices.

To be considered you will require:

• CIPD Level 5 or above (or equivalent qualification), or have gained extensive relevant experience in an HR Advisory role at this level.

• Proven experience and confidence in providing sound employee relations and policy advice on a variety of complex matters, with experience of managing a case load.

• Up to date knowledge of HR best practice and employment law, including up to date knowledge of diversity, equality and inclusion matters.

• Experience of creating and reviewing HR policies.

• A good working knowledge of HR Information System and ideally experience of developing an HRIS to ensure it is fit for the organisation’s requirements.

• Experience of managing contracts with third party suppliers.

• Experience of drafting contracts, policies and formal ER letters and investigation reports

• Experience of working in a professional clinical environment and/or the charity sector would be highly desirable.

Please note, going forward this role will be office based with some flexibility for remote working arrangements.

NFER is a leading educational research charity operating in the UK and internationally. Our mission is to improve outcomes for future generations everywhere and to support positive change across education systems. Our research informs policy and practice and we proudly develop and supply a third of the UKs primary schools with the assessment products for teachers.

As the HR Manager you will support the work of the foundation by working with the business providing a best in class HR service, advising and guiding leaders, managers and colleagues, within your assigned business area and across the organisation.

You’ll be responsible for coordinating and implementing HR processes and procedures and ensuing all HR duties are undertaken in accordance with employment legislation and company policy. As well as undertaking HR projects and initiatives aimed to align NFER’s workforce with the strategic goals of the organisation.

We are a developing department, so you’ll be required to input in to and support with the modernisation of HR across the foundation, continually strive for efficiency, whilst improving the employee experience and delivering a business lead partnership and service to Line Managers and employees.

This is a HR generalist role so you’ll need to be agile and flexible and prepare to get involved in a range of topics. We are looking for some who:

• can support and influence all stakeholders, including Senior Leaders across the business
• shows empathy and has excellent people skills including the management of sensitive situations, as well as strong customer service skills
• has excellent organisational and communication skills
• has generalist HR experience, including experience of managing the entire employee lifecycle and up to date employment legislation knowledge.
• uses their own initiative, has drive and commitment to making things happen and a willingness to challenge the norm.

You’ll be passionate about HR and may have held similar roles such as ER Manager, ER Advisor, Employee relations advisor, Human Resources Manager, HR Manager, HR Coordinator, HR Advisor.

Why NFER?

• Competitive salary £35,000 - £40,000
• Generous pension scheme
• Hybrid working available (home and Slough office)
• 42 days’ holiday per year including Bank Holidays + additional discretionary days
• Support for professional development
• Great work/life balance (35 hours worked per week)

Most of our teams are currently working from home but our offices are open surrounded by five acres of green land on the outskirt of Slough, located close to Windsor. It's just 15 minutes from London Paddington and an easy drive from the M4, M40 and London Heathrow.

If you’re looking for a place where you can put your heart, soul and skills into making a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply via the button shown.
The closing date for applications is midnight 28th July

NFER is a not-for-profit organisation and an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

Job

HR Advisor - 6-9mth contract

Location

3 days from the office and 2 days from home

Salary

c£40kpa pro rata

We are working with a leading animal charity in search of a HR Advisor on a 6-9mth contract basis.

This is a hybrid role and requires a HR Professional who has extensive experience with employee relations.

You will be responsible for the timely day-to-day management of employee relation casework ensuring all advice and guidance provided is in line policies, legal requirement and best practice. This will include discipline, grievance, absence and capability procedures.

To be considered for this HR Advisor role you will have significant HR Advisory and ER case work experience gained within either the charity or commercial sector.

You will have a minimum CIPD L5 qualification or similar.

Up to date Employment Law knowledge and best practice.

If you are interested in this role, please get in contact ASAP with Charlotte Dunkerton.

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HR Advisor - Permanent

Location - Surrey

Salary £29650

• Are you CIPD L5 minimum qualified (or equivalent)?
• Do you have operational and transactional HR experience?
• Are you looking for a fast past role with a full exposure to Generalist HR?
• Are you looking for long term career progression?
• If so, then read on…….

We have an exciting opportunity for a HR Advisor to join this prestigious University based in the beautiful grounds of this unique historical setting. Working in a large HR team you will gain exposure to the full HR remit.

As the HR Advisor you will:

• Support the HR Business Partners and Stakeholders in the delivery of the HR function.
• Be the first point of contact for HR related queries from Staff, Teachers and Employees.
• Managing your own case load of Employee Relations.
• Provide advice and guidance on Policy & Procedure.
• Provide general HR administration support as well as helping the Recruitment team with on and off boarding.
• Use your sound Employment Law knowledge to advise, coach, and deliver HR best practice.

To be considered for this HR Advisor role you will have:

• A minimum CIPD L5 (or equivalent)?
• Have relevant HR Advisory experience ideally within the educational sector.
• Good Employment Law knowledge.
• Experience or good understanding of job evaluations would be desirable.

If you are interested in the role please get in contact with Charlotte Dunkerton for an immediate interview.

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If you know anyone looking for a new role, your referral could earn you £250

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Role:

HR Manager 12mth FTC Mat cover - Start mid-September.

Location:

Hybrid London & Home

Salary:

c£51500

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Operations International HR Manager to join this amazing NFP organisation. This is a hybrid role managing a team of 3 and reporting directly into the HR Director.

You will be responsible for the main areas of Service Delivery of the HR team, Change Management, Building Management Capability, as well as working on various projects with the HRD on EDI and Well-being, and implementing change projects/initiatives in support of the HR Operational Plan.

They offer fantastic benefits including, flexible working, health-care plan, addition leave before bank holidays, season ticket loans and further learning and development, to name a few.

This a very hands on and operational led role and will require a HR Professional who has managed service delivery in a similar role.

If you are interested in the role then please do get in contact ASAP as interview are being held weekending 25 July.

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If you know anyone looking for a new role, your referral could earn you £250

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New Hope is recruiting a proactive HR and Volunteering Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys the variety of working as a generalist in HR.  This role is responsible for the people services, both strategically and operationally and will work closely with the Leadership Team and line managers, driving a culture of positive engagement.  The HRV Manager will promote legislative compliance and best practice through policies and processes and innovative thinking. 

Reporting to the Head of Resources, you will be responsible for managing the HR and Volunteering function of the charity for the full employee and volunteer lifecycle, including supporting in Employee Relations matters.  You will work closely on payroll and wellbeing and participate in projects and initiatives – so will need to be an effective communicator and a responsible team member.  You will provide expert support and advice to the Leadership team and line managers and work towards positive outcomes within our shared ethos so everyone understands they are valued. 

At New Hope, HR and Volunteering is a developing department so you’ll be joining at an exciting time and will support the performance and understanding of HR within the charity.

Our small Head Office team supports each other to get things done, which means that at times you may need to roll your sleeves up and get involved wherever needed – adaptability is one key to this role!

What you'll need to succeed

A real passion for HR, facilitating a supportive and professional environment where our talented staff and volunteers can achieve and grow. 

This means you will:

• Be CIPD Level 5 qualified or have equivalent work experience
• Have a working knowledge of Employment and Case law to be able to support and advise
• Understand change management and organisational design concepts and processes
• Promote policies and processes and support understanding across the charity
• Have experience of advising on complex cases, supporting to resolution
• Ensure consistency and fairness
• Be an effective communicator to inform and influence, both orally and in writing
• Be willing to challenge sensitively to inspire change
• Think creatively and positively
• Prioritise and organise your time effectively to meet deadlines and have a healthy work/life balance
• Collate accurate statistical information to facilitate meaningful reporting
• Be proficient in the Microsoft Office Program Suite.

It would be great if you have experience of working within the charity sector but it’s not essential.  

We value our people - you will be part of an engaging and supportive team with regular supervision meetings, opportunities to develop your skills and participate in comprehensive training.  In this role, you can work flexibly and from home on some days by agreement. Although the role is full-time, we are open to applications for part-time working. 

Additionally, you will benefit from: 

- 33 days’ holiday, including Bank Holidays (Full-time and full year equivalent)

- Health care cash plan

- Discounts on shopping and restaurants

- Contributing to society by adding significant value through the work of an established charity

If you want to know more about this role, please see our website or contact Alison Bowyer, Head of Resources. 

To apply, please send your CV and letter of application stating how you meet the essential and desirable criteria stated on the person specification to Alison Bowyer, Head of Resources. 

Closing date: 9am on 10th August 2021

Interview date: 12th August 2021

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may be arranged before the closing date.  Interested applicants are advised to apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the advert early. 

This role is subject to a DBS check.

New Hope is an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be. 

We are urgently requiring an interim HR Manager, to join a small and friendly non-profit organisation.  You will be working on a wide variety of HR projects and dealing with a casework  backlog.

Areas of contribution include: Employee Relations, recruitment, redundancies, review of policies, immigration review, benefits and pensions review, Diversity and inclusion work, learning and development agenda.

This role is initially working completely from home with a move to hybrid working of 2/3 days in the office ( central London )

At Changing Lives Together our vision is to enable people to move forward, to give them confidence and take control of their lives.  We prepare people for the work place and teach them the vital life skills and sense of worth which will energise them to succeed for themselves. We also support individuals and families that make up a “place” to become a community.

The role will provide daily administrative and HR duties within Changing Lives Together. The role will assist managers with recruitment, record maintenance and provide HR expertise and advise.

In addition, the role has responsibility with the Chief Executive for managing and reporting concerns about those we support and for putting into place procedures to safeguard people in the organisation.

Based in London office or home-based, depending on Covid-19 restrictions

War on Want is a dynamic, radical organisation working in active solidarity with grassroots social movements around the world while undertaking cutting-edge campaigns in the UK and beyond.

We are recruiting for a Senior Mobilisation & Engagement Officer who can start as soon as possible to take forward our cross-cutting campaign for an ambitious Global Green New Deal that puts climate justice at the centre of our work.

In recent years, War on Want has been calling for a transformative agenda that addresses the multiple global crises of climate, inequality and poverty through the framework of a radical Global Green New Deal. There is a crucial opportunity, as the UK hosts the 26th UN Climate Change Conference and discussions take place in other global forums, to build momentum and support for our campaign for the urgent and radical transformation needed.

We are looking for a dynamic and collaborative person who can work effectively across teams to coordinate opportunities for campaigning, engagement and mobilisation relevant to our Global Green New Deal work; devise activism opportunities for War on Want supporters and members; develop communications content; and deliver public-facing campaign actions in the lead up to COP26 in November 2021 and beyond.

For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Application deadline: 9am on Monday 16 August 2021

War on Want welcomes applications from all members of the community. We strive to be an equal opportunities employer.

Please note that we can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor working visa applications.

We are looking for a committed Immigration Advisor to join Latin American House. The position is part-time three days a week, initially for one year, with the possibility of extension.

The Immigration Advisor will be responsible for providing specialist immigration legal advice and will be expected to be registered with the Office of Immigration Services Commission (OISC) or Solicitors Regulatory Authority and ideally provide advice at OISC Level 3 or equivalent. As a minimum, you will provide advice at OISC Level 2 or equivalent.

The successful candidate will be familiar with the immigration challenges and social issues affecting the Latin American communities in the UK. You will be efficient, proactive, and supportive dealing with different immigration cases and queries. You will be committed to providing excellent customer service and support for our communities. You will maintain high-quality standards, compliance with regulations as well as AQS and OISC requirements.

The post-holder will also be responsible for empowering at least one volunteer and contribute to the overall well-being of our users and organisation. The ideal candidate will be bilingual in Spanish and English and have some fluency in Portuguese. S/he will have the following qualifications and experience:

• OISC Level 3 - or Level 2 at least, with a degree in law and at least two years work experience in a similar role, including familiarity with advice quality standards

• Experience in supporting BAME communities, understanding of the needs of vulnerable Londoners, and knowledge of immigration law and the regulatory issues that the service requires

• Passionate about Latin American communities, excellent customer service, and willing to develop and grow as a professional.

The starting date for this role is the 1st of September 2021.

Interviews will be held on the 19th and 23rd of August.

Please find below a Job Description, an Application Form, and an Equal Opportunities Form. To apply, please read the guidelines and return the completed Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form by Thursday 12th of August at 5 pm.

This position is funded by Trust for London’s Pathways to Settlement programme.

HR Manager
Salary: £35,000pa FTE
Hours: 22 Hours per week, flexible working patterns considered
Contract: Initially Fixed Term, Until October 2022
Location: Home-based, with regular travel to the Leicester office required. Occasionally broader UK travel may be necessary.

Home-Start provides a lifeline of support to over 26,000 families each year through our network of local Home-Starts and volunteers across the UK. At Home-Start UK our rapidly expanding team are our most important resource as we help a network of over 180 local Home-Starts to deliver real and lasting impact.

Your role will be to support the wellbeing and empower the dispersed team at Home-Start UK, underpinned through a robust framework of HR policies and processes. Working collaboratively with colleagues you will play a leading role in ensuring we remain a brilliant organisation to work, thrive and succeed in.

Closing date for applications: 5pm, Thursday 12th August 2021
Interviews will be held remotely on Friday 27th August 2021
(We may close this earlier if sufficient applications are received)

To Apply and for More Information:

Please click the 'Apply' button. You will be directed to our website where you can download the job description and complete your application for this position.

Home-Start is committed to Equality of Opportunity and Diversity.  We wish to encourage applications from all parts of the community irrespective of gender, race, colour, age, sexual orientation or disability.  Appointments will be based on merit, following an open and clear selection process.

Home-Start UK, a charitable company limited by guarantee. Company No. 5382181.
Charity No. in England and Wales 1108837 and in Scotland SC039172.

No agencies please.