I CAN is looking for an exceptional Public Affairs Manager to build the charity’s public affairs profile. Reporting to the Head of Communications, this role will work with the Senior Management Team to raise awareness and understanding of the impact that poor speech, language, and communications skills can have on a child and young person’s life chances.  Your role will be to utilise this insight in Westminster and Whitehall to influence policy and, support and coordinate the development of I CAN’s Public Affairs and Influencing strategy.

We are keen to hear from you if you have:

• Demonstrable experience of influencing government policy.
• A track record of building strong relationships with influencers and decision-makers.
• Demonstrable experience to support us to develop I CAN as a thought leader.
• Strong analytical skills to be able to review key policies, consultations and research, and provide insights to senior audiences.
• Demonstrable experience in drafting responses to Parliamentary, government and other consultations.

I CAN, the UK’s leading children’s communication charity, has an opportunity to make a bigger difference to the lives of children and young people in the UK.

I CAN believes that language is a fundamental life skill, essential for learning and building relationships. Good language at age five is the single most important factor in helping children escape poverty. 10% of children in the UK have long-term persistent speech, language and communication needs. I CAN is determined to lead on raising the profile of this issue. A recent survey conducted by mental health charity, Re-think, found that one third of children feel more anxious, sad and stressed now than before lockdown. The impact on the children we support is often magnified.

Through its training programmes, interventions and specialist schools, I CAN provides critical support to children of all ages and the children’s workforce. Thousands of nurseries and schools benefit from our evidence-based programmes. Our two special schools support children and young people with the most complex communication needs. 

I CAN has ambitious plans to grow awareness of the importance that speech, language and communication skills can have on a child’s life chances.  As part of our new strategic plan, our ten-year goal is to make speech, language and communication needs as well known, as well supported and as well understood as autism.

If you are interested in this role, please do download our recruitment information pack and apply with your up to date CV and a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4 stating why you would like to work for I CAN and how you meet the criteria for the role outlined in the five bullet points above. Please email your application by 09:00 on Wednesday 14th October 2020. First round interviews will be conducted over Zoom on Tuesday 20th October 2020 with second round interviews over Zoom on Friday 23rd October 2020.

Please note that we will not close applications before this time and date as we recognise that candidates put in a lot of time and effort into making an application and we want to give each of you the time and space to put in an application you feel proud of.

Please note that we will not shortlist candidates who do not submit a CV and a supporting statement.

I CAN works within the government’s Covid-19 guidelines.

I CAN is passionate about promoting equality, valuing diversity and working inclusively. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons particularly Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce.

Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately, we are not always able to respond to every applicant. If you have not received a response within four weeks of application, you have not been successful on this occasion.

Coordinator (Programme and Services)

Salary Up to £24,000 per annum (pro rata)

Contract - Full time, Fixed Term Contract to 30th April 2021

Flexible location: London Office, or Home Based with future periodic visits to London office

We are looking for a dynamic team player to support and coordinate various work streams across Programmes and Services

Are you customer focused with first rate organisational skills?  Can you manage day to day admin whilst supporting our team to meet the needs of our broad range of users and clients?  Do you have experience of education or training, or would you like to develop a career in this space?

We are looking for someone who can:

• provide high level customer service via phone and email to a range of stakeholders including teachers;
• maintain information systems to monitor our activities;
• maintain and update website content;
• coordinate a range of events, projects and services we offer to support educators with their delivery of financial education.

Full details can be found in the attached Job Description.

This is a role that can grow with the capabilities and interests of the person in post, with opportunities to develop skills in assessing and developing learning resources; writing copy; inputting into and managing social media campaigns and project management.

If this role appeals to you and you meet the criteria - we would like to hear from you!

Please send your current CV and a covering letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) no later than midday on Sunday 11th October 2020.  Applications without a covering letter will not be considered.  Interviews are scheduled to take place on Wednesday 14th and Fri 16th October 2020, but we encourage early applications as we may invite suitable candidates for interview before the closing date .

Young Enterprise is an equal opportunities employer and would welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please note that we will only be able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK.

Programme Manager

Salary:  Up to £32,500 p.a.

Type: Full Time, Permanent

Location:  London office, or home based with travel expected to deliver outcomes assigned to the role

This is an important programme management role that will be the driving force in the development and delivery of the Centres of Excellence programme at Young Enterprise. The Programme Manager will also be responsible for the management of other projects and programmes as agreed.

The successful candidate will lead on all aspects of the programme, including considering options for digitisation and development as the programme grows in it’s work with schools and other education settings.

The Programme Manager will build and manage effective working relationship with multiple programme stakeholders (internal and external), including teachers, senior leaders, funders and evaluators.

The successful candidate will be operationally, politically and commercially astute with considerable operational and financial skills and should be able to demonstrate their success in complex project management alongside an understanding of the challenges that face education settings.

They will also have the ability to think strategically and analytically, and be able to make quick and appropriate decisions to ensure the continuity of the project.

A previous track record of delivering projects on time and within budget is critical.

If you meet the criteria and would like to apply for this role please send your current CV and covering letter outlining your suitability (no more than 2 sides of A4) by no later than midday on Tuesday 20th  October. Applications without a covering letter will not be considered. 

Interviews will take place w/c 26th October, but we also encourage early applications as we may invite suitable candidates for interview before the closing date.

Young Enterprise is an equal opportunities employer and would welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please note that we will only be able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK.

Which? is the UK's consumer champion, here to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. As an organisation we're not for profit, we reinvest our profits into our charitable work.  Our impact is in key areas such as digital life, consumer rights, scams, data protection and unfair pricing. Our investigations go deep and our expert advice is completely impartial. Everything we do is about championing consumers. We'll always be on their side, fighting their corner and working to make them more powerful.

Let us tell you more about the role

You will be joining us as a Trustee to play a crucial role in our evolution.  As we are a charity, our Trustees are responsible for ensuring the success of the organisation in fulfilling its purpose for the long term and overseeing delivery in our key impact areas.   You will be a guardian of our organisational values, have the ability to steward the charity's resources effectively and to ensure the charity champions consumers effectively. 

We are seeking a Trustee with  Policy development and advocacy expertise, with a proven track record in translating problems into policy solutions, gained from experience in either government, regulators,  charities or commercial industries.  Using your experience, you will act as a critical friend to the executive team to 

• consider our policy and influencing strategies,  testing  culture  and values fit, 
• scale of ambition, 
• level of  innovation and our methodologies.

You will support the executive team in raising the organisation' profile, building a strong network externally with our government and business audiences in particular.

As a Policy Trustee you will bring:

• An understanding of  global and UK consumer policy, with a  proven record in  translating the questions posed into concrete policy solutions
• A proven track record of policy development, and raising the profile and reputation of an organisation through achieving  meaningful  impact. This can be gained from a range of industries  from government, regulatory or charitable and/or commercial
• A strong network,  able to leverage networks to support and position Which? as a consumer champion.

Let us tell you about our culture and how we work

As people we're brave, caring, rigorous and insightful in the way we connect with each other to make change happen.

Having an inclusive environment, that is values led is key for us, so that we can work better together, ensuring we have a connected, cross functional approach to accelerate opportunities to advance our key strategic priorities.

We are really excited to recruit and welcome a new team member to Which?. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us to understand all UK consumers. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, and we are particularly keen to hear from people who are from an ethnically diverse background or disabled people who are currently under represented on our Council. Everybody should be able to be part of our recruitment processes; therefore we will make reasonable adjustments to accommodate our candidates.

If you would like to find out more about how you can lend your expertise to help us solve some of the biggest problems for consumers in the 21st century and beyond then we would love to hear from you!

 Chief Executive Officer

ASCEND

Based in South Oxhey, South West Hertfordshire 

£35 to £38k pa full time

Are you passionate about improving people’s life chances?  Could you inspire others?  Do you want to make a real impact for good?

Come, join our award winning organisation based in South Oxhey, Hertfordshire and lead a vibrant, creative, passionate team who work on great new initiatives to enrich and empower lives.  Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to shape and empower the next phase of ASCEND’s development.

Our CEO will be crucial to leading this much valued organisation into its next stage of development.  We are looking for a dynamic, collaborative leader and manager with strong communication skills and creative ideas.  You will share ASCEND’s values, our commitment to social justice and our empathetic and person-centred approach to our clients.

As CEO you will work closely with a supportive board of Trustees to develop and drive the strategic plan for  ASCEND.  This is an exciting moment to lead the charity.  ASCEND has built a strong reputation for excellence in providing services with compassion for our clients in South West Hertfordshire.  We have developed from our original focus on providing advice and training to disadvantaged people.  We now also provide support for clients’ wellbeing and offer a local hub where clients can access a range of help from several charities.  You will lead a dedicated team of staff and volunteers who support clients to develop their skills, build their self-confidence, and improve their well-being.

A full job description and application form can be obtained on our website.

To apply:   Please send us your CV and use the application form to to explain how you would excel as our CEO. 

Closing Date:  30 October 2020

Wolfson College is looking for an Alumni Relations Manager to help develop and deliver successful alumni relations for Wolfson College, assist in the expansion of its alumni and member networks, both internationally and in the UK, and build beneficial relations with its wide community of alumni, members, supporters and students.

Situated to the Southwest of Cambridge city centre, Wolfson is a college for mature undergraduate and postgraduate students studying at the University of Cambridge. Founded in 1965, we are a friendly and diverse College with around 11,500 contactable alumni.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Development or Membership professional who wants to develop their fundraising and management skills through new and innovative programmes for alumni relations.

Salary range: circa £32,000 - £37,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

Benefits include: Free lunch on duty, free on-site parking, use of the College gym, contributory pension scheme, 33 days holiday per year which include 8 Bank and Public holidays.

Closing date 12:00pm on Wednesday 14 October 2020.

The College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Soundwell Music Therapy Trust, a small innovative charity operating in the South West specialising in adult mental health.

Soundwell is the only specialist adult mental health music therapy charity in the UK. Since 2002, we have used music to help people whose lives are seriously affected by mental illness. We also work with unpaid carers in need of support and respite. Services are provided free of charge to clients.

We work in many key disadvantaged communities, with most of the work now based around Bristol and Bath.  In response to Covid-19, we are also currently operating a phone support and online service, and the early results have been extremely positive.

Our current CEO is due to retire from his post during 2020 having completed 5 years’ service, and after overseeing many important changes to the service operation and its associated funding.

The Trustees now seek an inspirational leader to build on the Charity’s success to date and take Soundwell to the next level.  In 2022, Soundwell will be celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and a special fundraising and awareness campaign will be launched in Autumn 2021 – an excellent opportunity for the new CEO to establish him/herself and lead the charity forward.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate proven excellence in the following:

• Leading, managing and supervising a workforce
• Fundraising and strategic development within a charity
• Communication, with the ability to talk with passion and clarity about the benefits of Music Therapy for adults with high mental health needs to a wide audience
• Forging partnerships with other external organisations and providers

Application Process:

For an application pack, please download directly from this job site, or alternatively go to our website , and click on ‘Jobs’ in the ‘About Us’ section.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please contact Glyn Berwick, CEO.

The closing date for all applications is 30th October at 5.00pm.  Initial interviews will take place online from mid-November.

About Impetus

Impetus transforms the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they get the right support to succeed in school, in work and in life.

We find, fund and build the most promising charities working in this area, providing core funding and working shoulder-to-shoulder with their leaders to help them become stronger organisations.

In partnership with other funders we help our charities expand and we influence policy and decision makers so that all young people get the support they need.

We work with over 20 charity partners and employ around 40 people.

About this role

Are you passionate about giving all young people the best chance in life? Has the pandemic reaffirmed for you that more needs to be done and motivated you to be at the forefront of the response? Are you a brilliant influencer who relishes harnessing great policy, research and communications to realise social change? Do you want to work in a pioneering charity with impact at its core?

Then this could be the role for you. At Impetus we are looking for our next Director of Public Affairs, someone who can inspire our brilliant public affairs team and spearhead our communications, policy and research work. This is an exciting senior role, joining our Senior Management Team and working alongside our CEO, board, donors, supporters and charity partners to effect real change for young people.

This is an exciting time to join Impetus. We are at an inflexion point, welcoming a new CEO this year and initiating a new strategy focusing on expanding our impact so we can reach many more young people. A big part of that is through our public affairs work; whether influencing policy makers so that the young people our charities work with get the best possible chance to succeed, or working with government and other funders to prove and expand impactful programmes.

The Director of Public Affairs will work with the CEO and Senior Management Team to facilitate this growth in impact, influence policy and build new partnerships, while keeping our long-term donors and supporters engaged. They will do this by getting the most out of our high performing Public Affairs Team, which covers policy, research, advocacy and communications – as well as working across teams and with the board to ensure Impetus is well positioned externally.

For examples of the types of projects that the Public Affairs team deliver, please see below:

The Youth Jobs Gap 

The National Tutoring Programme 

The Youth Employment Group 

Our blog page 

Our quarterly newsletter 

What we’re looking for from our Director of Public Affairs

You will have a strong track record of delivering social change whether in a public affairs, communications or campaigns role and have experience of leading teams to excel. You’ll be a confident and articulate communicator with a collaborative approach, capable of inspiring external audiences and brokering effective partnerships.

With strong interpersonal and networking skills a given, you will also have strong analytical abilities. You’ll be able to interpret and use data and make the best use of evidence to strengthen advocacy. You’ll be an effective and caring people manager who always finds time for your team and considers their development part of your success. You’ll enjoy contributing to organisational strategy and have a keen eye for internal comms, ensuring all the teams are informed and motivated by our work.

A typical week

This is a varied and interesting role. In a typical week you may be formulating our response to the latest statistical release on young people’s outcomes; giving creative input into marketing materials for donors; chairing a sector consultation event to feed in to the development of new programmes or policy; briefing our CEO ahead of a Ministerial meeting or launching a new research report. You’ll be used to juggling a lot of balls and know how to get the best out of your team so that they all stay in the air!

The ideal candidate will have a combination of communications and public affairs expertise; spearheading both our communications strategy and policy/research agenda. As a member of the Impetus SMT, they will need to demonstrate strategic thinking, cross-disciplinary working and strong influencing skills and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. A commitment to our mission – to ensure that young people from disadvantaged backgrounds get the best possible support to succeed in education and employment – is essential. These young people have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic, which makes our work more vital than ever. If the pandemic motivated you to help and you have the skills we’re looking for, this role is for you.

Key responsibilities

• Work with Impetus CEO and SMT to support the delivery of the Impetus strategy and business plan, deliver the public affairs milestones to time and within budget
• Increase awareness, understanding and trust in Impetus among key stakeholders
• Raise awareness of the education and employment gaps faced by young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and what we can do to break down the barriers they face
• Build a positive reputation for Impetus in government and parliament and among funders, as a source of expertise on how to improve the education and employment outcomes of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and as a trusted interlocutor and partner
• Ensure that all advocacy is supported by high quality research and evidence, with our policy and research agenda well aligned to supporting the delivery of Impetus’ strategy
• Ensure a positive media profile and help to build awareness among the media of Impetus’s expertise and content
• Maintain a positive reputation and awareness for the philanthropy and pro bono teams to recruit more donors and supporters
• Position Impetus as a ‘sought-after’ collaborative partner for other organisations with shared objectives
• Support the delivery of our fundraising strategy and the successful delivery of our events programme
• Support our charity partners with their own public affairs and communications
• Develop the competencies and capabilities of the Public Affairs Team and ensure it continues to make a valuable - and valued - contribution to the achievement of Impetus’s objectives
• Contribute to the successful performance of the Senior Management Team, and provide expert advice to them, as well as to Trustees, on all Public Affairs-related activities and in the implementation of the broader strategy
• As a member of the Senior Management Team, work with colleagues to promote, support and champion equality, diversity and inclusion across the organisation.

Person specification

Essential

• Experience of leading public affairs / communications / policy at a senior level
• Strong track record of influencing (through policy, advocacy, communications, stakeholder relations)
• Strong management skills including strategy development, people management, budgeting and impact monitoring
• Experience of leading multiple and complex workstreams to achieve measurable results
• Experience of representing an organisation externally; in meetings, media interviews and on public platforms
• Exceptional verbal and written communications skills
• Presence, credibility, motivational skills, natural ability to command respect based on experience, and ability to look beyond own area of expertise
• Proven experience of building and maintain influential external relationships and strategic partnerships
• Ability to motivate a team and work collaboratively, enlisting support from others
• Knowledge of the youth sector
• A commitment to Impetus’ mission
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Desirable

• Experience of fundraising, including trusts and foundations
• Knowledge of digital comms
• Experience of data management & good analytical skills
• Understanding of, and/or lived experience of, the barriers that young people face, that contribute to the education and employment gap
• Knowledge of venture philanthropy / impact management
• Knowledge of private equity and associated industries

We believe that a diverse workforce leads to an organisation that is more open, creative and gets better results.

We want our team at Impetus to represent the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We also want our team to be one where different experiences, expertise and perspectives are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to grow and develop.

We want to reach a diverse pool of candidates. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that potential employees may need to in order to be successful.

We recognise the importance of a good work/life balance. We do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including working from home, working part-time  job shares and other arrangements.

Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if these are options you’d like to explore.

How to apply

Please send a CV and supporting statement by Midday, Monday 19 October 2020. The supporting statement should be no more than two sides of A4 and should address the criteria in the person specification.

You should also include the contact details of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be approached with your express permission. You will also be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK.

As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at interview stage.

First round interviews will take place week commencing week commencing 26 October 2020.

Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.

Impetus is an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, or marital status. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

About Impetus

Impetus transforms the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they get the right support to succeed in school, in work and in life.

We find, fund and build the most promising charities working in this area, providing core funding and working shoulder-to-shoulder with their leaders to help them become stronger organisations.

In partnership with other funders we help our charities expand and we influence policy and decision makers so that all young people get the support they need.

We work with over 20 charity partners and employ around 40 people.

About this role

The Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) ensures Impetus has the sound financial management and robust operations needed to deliver its mission, leading on all Impetus’s organisational budget planning and management, audit, compliance, human resources and infrastructure functions. They are a key member of our Senior Management Team and play a key role in strategic and operational decision making.

The DFO is responsible for developing and monitoring the organisation’s annual budget; undertaking forecasting and reforecasting as needed; ensuring that the organisation remains compliant in terms of both its finances and its operations; and practices inclusive, responsive human resources management.

The Operations team comprises the HR and Learning Manager, the Finance and IT Manager (a qualified accountant), the Executive Assistant to the CEO and a part-time Finance Assistant. Payroll and IT support are outsourced.

Impetus is a respected funder and influencer in education and employment work in the UK and this role offers great challenge and opportunity to shape the organisation as we implement our ambitious plans for growth in the coming years. Please join us and play a key role in building and developing our finance and operations function to enable Impetus to; grow its resources; deliver greater, more sustainable impact; and maximise its ability to influence.

About the finances

We’ve a group structure with a trading subsidiary (which hasn’t been active in recent years) and the Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) of which Impetus is the sole corporate trustee. Our consolidated accounts include Impetus, the trading subsidiary and the YEF (as a restricted fund). Separate accounts are also produced for the YEF as it’s a registered charity.

The turnover of Impetus (excluding YEF) is about £8m. Our reserves, all unrestricted, at the end of 2019 were £6.4m. The YEF received a £200m grant – to be spent over ten years - from the Home Office in 2019. The full grant was recognised as income in 2019 meaning that the YEF ended the year with reserves of £198m. Its expenditure from the Home Office grant will be about £15m in 2020 with increasing amounts in future years.

We have about £190m of YEF funds under management with Goldman Sachs.

Key responsibilities

• Work with Impetus CEO and SMT to support the delivery of the Impetus strategy and business plan, deliver the Operations Team milestones to time and within budget
• Providing good, timely financial information to the SMT, other budget managers and trustees, ensuring strong financial controls are in place and producing the annual accounts
• Leading the budget process and helping colleagues with financial modelling and pricing
• Working with our fund managers and investment committee to make the most of the Youth Endowment Fund investments
• Making sure that IT works well for all staff and that Impetus keeps up-to-date in its use of technology and has a good level of cyber security
• Helping to recruit and retain great staff and create an environment in which staff are well supported and can develop and progress
• Ensuring the office and facilities function well and allow staff to focus on their work
• Contributing to good governance including being the lead person supporting the Resources and Audit Committee
• Making sure Impetus is getting value for money and procuring goods and services well
• Engaging with the broader, strategic debate about the work of Impetus and opportunities available to it
• Being a key point of reference on legal, contractual and regulatory issues
• Being alert to the risks facing Impetus and the ways they can be mitigated.
• Develop the competencies and capabilities of the Operations Team and ensure it continues to make a valuable - and valued - contribution to the achievement of Impetus’s objectives
• Contribute to the successful performance of the Senior Management Team, and provide expert advice to them, as well as to Trustees, on all Finance and Operations -related activities and in the implementation of the broader strategy
• As a member of the Senior Management Team, work with colleagues to promote, support and champion equality, diversity and inclusion across the organisation

Person specification

Essential

• You are an experienced financial leader used to a range of responsibilities that go beyond the financial into areas of IT, HR and office management
• You think strategically about operations and organisational needs in order to effectively manage change
• You create outward looking, responsive operations teams
• You are good at working with people across an organisation
• You are a credible ambassador in the wider world, used to dealing organisations that support your organisation and being a public face for it
• You want to make sure that staff are supported well by the IT at their disposal.
• You look out for new developments that could help Impetus and are open to ideas from staff
• You enjoy and have experience in identifying digital and new technologies to improve organisational systems and efficiency
• You put in place clear HR frameworks and procedures which aren’t overly bureaucratic
• You are enthusiastic about creating offices and facilities that work well for staff and allow them to focus on their work
• You have worked with investment fund managers and investment committees
• You have experience of group accounting
• You are a member of one of the CCAB accounting bodies
• You have a commitment to Impetus’ mission and work
• You are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable

• You have worked in small to medium sized organisations
• You are familiar with the financial and regulatory requirements of the charity sector.
• Understanding of, and/or lived experience of, the barriers that young people face, that contribute to the education and employment gap

We believe that a diverse workforce leads to an organisation that is more open, creative and gets better results.

We want our team at Impetus to represent the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We also want our team to be one where different experiences, expertise and perspectives are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to grow and develop.

We want to reach a diverse pool of candidates. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that potential employees may need to in order to be successful.

We recognise the importance of a good work/life balance. We do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including working from home, working part-time  job shares and other arrangements.

Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if these are options you’d like to explore.

How to apply

Please send a comprehensive CV and supporting statement by Midday, Monday 19 October 2020. The supporting statement should be no more than two sides of A4 and should address the criteria in the person specification.

You should also include the contact details of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be approached with your express permission. You will also be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK. As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at interview stage.

First round interviews will take place week commencing 26 October 2020

Due to the large number of applications we receive, it is not possible to write to you should you not be shortlisted. If you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.

Impetus is an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, race, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, or marital status. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Join us!

Contact a Family is a national charity for families with disabled children. We provide information, advice and support, and bring families together so they can support each other. We campaign to improve their circumstances, and for their right to be included and equal in society.

Your role: To deliver our new By Your Side project, a drop-in information and enquiry service for families attending hospital. 

• 17.5 hours per week
• Home based

What we are looking for:

We are looking for someone who understands the issues facing families with disabled children, who can relate well to parent carers and professionals, and build an information service in partnership. You should be confident in researching solutions, presenting workshops, and working with parents on a one to one basis.  We are looking for a self-motivated, and an adaptable team member.

To Apply:

Please press APPLY NOW,  download the job pack and application form on our website and follow the instructions in the pack.

At Voluntary Action Calderdale (VAC) we are on a mission to create connections, solutions and opportunities that build stronger communities. We are a membership organisation that delivers a range of support and services to Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) organisations and groups across the Boroughs of Calderdale and Kirklees.  We also have a regional and national profile linked to the Quality For Health Accreditation which is a product of VAC.

Our vision is to improve local lives by promoting positive social change. Our work includes organisational development support, driving quality across the sector and influencing local and regional developments creating opportunities for the VCS sector to grow and thrive.

The Engagement Coordinator (Health and Care) will be part of a team that will work closely with NHS Calderdale CCG engagement team to lead on and/or support a wide range of patient and public engagement projects.  Working in partnership with appropriate stakeholders and engaging key audiences to ensure a strategic and joined up approach to deliver Calderdale Cares in line with the Calderdale’s Involving People Strategy.

The post will be hosted by VAC based at VAC Office, The Resource Centre, Hall St, Halifax, HX1 5AY, however you will be expected to work across the Calderdale health and care system.

Please read the accompanying job pack for more information. 

Please submit your CV and a supporting statement (no longer than 3 sides of A4 Arial 12 font) describing how you meet the requirements within the Job description and Person Specification (using examples to demonstrate your skills, knowledge and experience).

Interviews will take place on the 4th & 5th November 2020 remotely via video conferencing.

Woking Gymnastics Club is seeking an exceptional individual for the newly created role of Chief Executive Officer, reporting to the charity’s Board of Trustees. The ideal candidate will bring an understanding of leading an organisation through a change programme, with the ability to attract, motivate and inspire the Club’s team of coaching and support staff through a period of investment and development. The candidate will have a passion for sport, young people’s health and community engagement as there will be a requirement for ongoing interaction with our members, parents and children of all ages.

With over 1,500 active participants every week, we are one of the largest clubs in the UK and the largest single youth organisation in Woking. Our aim is to offer gymnastics classes for all abilities and ages from 0 to 60+.  There is activity, fun & fitness in a healthy and child friendly environment at Woking Gymnastics Club.  Our two facilities are both situated near the centre of Woking, approximately one mile apart.  We are a registered charity with the objective of enabling people of all ages and abilities to take part in gymnastics to encourage a healthy lifestyle.  Our classes range from offerings to pre-school children and parents up to elite gymnasts who currently represent England, Scotland, and Great Britain at national and international level.

The Club is financially healthy and has survived the initial impact of Coronavirus but urgent action is required to rebuild participation, grow class sizes, refresh class offerings, improve customer service, and add depth and breadth to the coaching team.  In the medium term, the Club has ambitious expansion plans for its facilities which will need project execution and delivery.  The Club operates every day from morning to night with a small management team and it is important that the successful candidate is seen in the two facilities supporting its activities; as a result, the days of working are flexible across the week.

The new CEO will play a pivotal role in enabling us to widen our reach in the local community and the CEO will enjoy building a relationship with the local council and networking in the borough. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate skills to develop strategic partnerships and alliances.

The CEO will be responsible for governance of the Charity and for ensuing clear reporting to the Board against an agreed set of measures and objectives. There is a small administrative team and therefore the CEO will need to be hands on and actively engaged with all staff and the Board.  The successful candidate must be comfortable in developing and delivering strategic plans and budgets and in developing the operational side of a near £1 million business.

You're perfect for the role if you… 

• Have a proven track record in attracting, mentoring, developing, motivating and retaining teams
• Can demonstrate operational experience of a similar size or type of organisation
• Have a good understanding of budgeting and financial controls
• Have a passion for youth sports, fitness, well-being and all-round health
• Lead from the front and by example, happy to get stuck in and set the standard in your day-to-day work, vision and service to others
• Have an unwavering commitment to customer service and exceeding the expectations of our members
• Are able to develop and deliver effective, high impact strategic plans and translate these into operational goals/targets
• Have knowledge of good governance and experience of working closely with Trustees or non-executive Boards
• Have experience of developing and using data for decision making with a digital-first approach to information management and operational processes.

Interested? To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter detailing what attracts you to the role, your availability and why you would be a strong candidate. We look forward to hearing from you!

Interview date: There will be a telephone interview w/c 12 October 2020 and second interviews to be held in Woking (with social distancing measures) in w/c 19 October 2020.

The Lucy Faithfull Foundation is a pioneering child protection charity whose vision is to create a world in which children's rights to live free from abuse and exploitation become a reality.  Our mission is to prevent sexual abuse from happening by working with those perpetrating it, those affected by it and with protective adults who can keep children safe.  We are the only UK wide organisation dedicated entirely to preventing child sexual abuse and have been doing so since 1992.

We are looking for a skilled and dedicated professional to join our innovative media and communications team.

As a communications all-rounder, you will report to the Media & Communications Manager and work closely with all others in the team.

You will deliver and refine key media and communications aspects of several large projects vital to the Foundation's success, raising awareness of our work and achieving real impact to prevent offline and online child sexual abuse.

Our ideal candidate will be a communications all-rounder, at home with journalists and web developers alike.  You'll be energetic and proactive, with great analytical skills and a knack for getting the most out of digital communications channels.  You'll have a track record of delivering multiple projects side-by-side and be able to adjust when new high-priority work comes in.  And you'll be on board with our mission to prevent child sexual abuse through working with those who have committed it or who are at risk of doing so, plus the families and professionals around them.

You will be data-led and use analytics and stats to show impact, and to evaluate, review and improve communications across the organisation.

We offer a NEST pension, 33 days annual leave including bank holidays (rising to 38 days after 5 years' successful service) and Benenden Health Cover.

We are sorry that due to the high number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide feedback and might not always be able to inform unsuccessful applications.  If you haven't heard from us by two weeks after the closing date, please assume that your application has not been successful.

The Big House has a simple mission: to enable care leavers to fulfil their potential. Through drama and tailored long term wrap-around support we help care leavers overcome traumas experienced in childhood so they can make the complex transition from looked-after child to independent adult. 

Through our work we have seen the transformational effect that drama can have on at-risk young people’s lives. The strict discipline required to produce professional theatre imparts vital transferable skills including time keeping, focus, team working, effective communication, ability to regulate emotions and make better informed decisions; empowering and equipping the young people with the skills needed to become self-reliant.

We are seeking a Fundraising Executive to ensure the delivery of a new and ambitious fundraising strategy, working to diversify our income streams and develop the Trusts and Foundations pipeline. The successful candidate will work closely with the Fundraising and Development Manager to achieve key performance indicators in line with the organisation's Business Plan. 

How To Apply:
Please submit your most recent CV and Cover Letter (no more than 2 sides of A4) which outlines your experience to date, how this relates to the duties and person specification of this role and why you are interested in working with The Big House.

Send applications to Ali Didar - Email address available in the job description
Please make the subject line – ‘Confidential’ -
Closing date: Rolling
Interviews: We will be screening candidates as and when we receive suitable applications. Note if you have not heard from us within 10 working days, you should deem your application as unsuccessful.

Start date: ASAP / depending on notice period.

The Big House is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all groups, especially those underrepresented in the arts, and actively encourage those from diverse backgrounds to apply.