Location: Sidley House, Trafford
Reporting to:     Development Manager
Hours: 22.5hrs 9am-4:30pm (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)
Salary: £12,000

Job Purpose To complete general administrative tasks and to support the day to day office operations of the charity.

Working at Once Upon a Smile’s head office at Sidley House, you will be the first point of contact for bereaved families and other professionals contacting the service. You will need to communicate sensitively; ensuring families are given clear information about the support Once Upon a Smile can offer.

As a small team, flexibility is essential, staff may be required to carry out other duties
within bereavement services other than those listed below.

Main duties:

All administrative duties required to facilitate the delivery of high-quality bereavement services.

Support with the preparation of materials and organisation of a range of programmes including; residential weekends, memory days, bereavement groups and other family events.

Welcome and respond to visitors to Sidley House.

To participate in the taking of notes during assessments under the direction of the Bereavement Development Manager.

To participate in the arrangements for scheduling appointments.

To update records on our database and other electronic and paper formats, and to support the effective management of office filing systems

Make trips for tasks including collecting resources and general office supplies.

Liaise with outside agencies and referrers.

Dealing with incoming/outgoing post.

Selection Criteria:

To enable us to shortlist it is vital that you provide us with sufficient information to demonstrate how you meet or exceed the criteria outlined in the vacancy description.
 

Essential Criteria:

Excellent telephone manner, a sensitive and caring disposition

Excellent minute taking skills, interpersonal skills

High degree of accuracy required whilst working under pressure

Administrative/secretarial experience

Ability to handle sensitive/highly confidential information

Familiarisation with databases, spreadsheets and presentation packages, excel, word, PowerPoint

Demonstrate that you can work as part of a Team

Desirable Criteria:

Previous experience of working in a bereavement setting would be an advantage but is not essential.

Events Fundraising Assistant - 37.5 hours per week
Type - Permanent
Based – The role is based at CCC-Wirral  

The Clatterbridge Cancer Charity is growing and we have a number of fantastic opportunities to join our Fundraising Team!

THE CHARITY

As we open Liverpool's first cancer hospital in just a few months, we are in the most exciting phase of our history. With investment in our existing centres and the future of cancer care across Merseyside and Cheshire, we are the only charity dedicated to the incredible work of The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

Our charity funds the latest treatments, vital research, technology and the best possible environment for around 30,000 patients each year at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre. As one of the largest cancer hospitals in the UK, we operate from 18 sites, including our Centres in Wirral & Aintree, our blood cancer Unit at the Royal, and our network of clinics across the region. We are excited to add our brand new cancer hospital in Liverpool City Centre to this network in May 2020.

In line with our future plans we have an incredible opportunity for an enthusiastic Events Fundraising Assistant to join our fundraising team. This role will not only be instrumental in raising the final £5m of our public appeal to transform cancer care for people across Merseyside and Cheshire, but is also key to the charity's future growth.

THE ROLE

Assisting the Events Fundraising Manager, this role is key to the success of the charity’s fundraising events – from countryside bike rides and coastal walks to adrenaline fuelled skydives and everything in between! You will assist in marketing the events, the recruitment of participants, and giving our supporters the tools they need to hit their fundraising goals to support the work we do.

This exciting role also includes getting involved in the logistics of our events – helping to make sure our events are safe, smooth running and most of all fun for our supporters! You could be developing a social media campaign one day, and handing out medals in a muddy field the next. It’s an exciting role and no two days are the same.

General overview:

• Provide proactive support in the planning, preparation and manual set up of fundraising events
• Support marketing activity to recruit participants for our events
• Identify case stories to inspire others to take part
• Attend third party events as and when required (some weekends)
• Recruitment and coordination of event volunteers
• Maintain event systems, including database management and filing
• Support on specific third party events as designated by the Events Fundraising Manager
• Communicate with fundraisers to encourage income generation and further participation
• Source gifts in kind and prizes from local companies
• Prepare information packs and marketing materials
• Attend events with and on behalf of the Events Fundraising Manager
• Encourage participation in organised fundraising activities and events

The ideal candidate will have a passion for events, marketing, the outdoors, and fundraising. You should be someone with a very hands-on approach, and are happy to do everything for the good of the event and the charity. You’ll thrive on making our events a success, raising money for people with cancer and supporting our participants on their journey.

If you are looking to develop a career in fundraising and/or events, this role is a fantastic opportunity to learn and gain experience in a fast-paced charity events environment.

THE TRUST 

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and forward thinking Trust.

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s leading cancer centres, providing high quality care to the population of Merseyside and Cheshire and beyond.

We provide a comprehensive range of inpatient care, advanced radiotherapy, chemotherapy and other systemic anti-cancer therapies including gene therapies and immunotherapies for the treatment of solid tumours and blood cancers. We are also the only facility in the UK providing low-energy proton beam therapy to treat rare eye cancers.

We are currently embarking on an £162 million investment in facilities including a new cancer hospital in the heart of Liverpool due to open in 2020. Based on the same thriving research and healthcare campus as the University of Liverpool and Royal Liverpool University Hospital, the new hospital will ensure every patient receives truly outstanding care and can access the most advanced treatments and clinical trials for generations to come.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Mark Parkinson
Events Fundraising Manager

(no agencies please)

Challenge Events Fundraiser - 37.5 hours per week
Type - Permanent
Based – The role is based at CCC-Wirral

The Clatterbridge Cancer Charity is growing and we have a number of fantastic opportunities to join our Fundraising Team!

THE CHARITY

As we open Liverpool's first cancer hospital in just a few months, we are in the most exciting phase of our history. With investment in our existing centres and the future of cancer care across Merseyside and Cheshire, we are the only charity dedicated to the incredible work of The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

Our charity funds the latest treatments, vital research, technology and the best possible environment for around 30,000 patients each year at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre. As one of the largest cancer hospitals in the UK, we operate from 18 sites, including our Centres in Wirral & Aintree, our blood cancer Unit at the Royal, and our network of clinics across the region. We are excited to add our brand new cancer hospital in Liverpool City Centre to this network in May 2020.

In line with our future plans we have an incredible opportunity for an incredible Challenge Events Fundraiser to join our fundraising team. This role will not only be instrumental in raising the final £5m of our public appeal to transform cancer care for people across Merseyside and Cheshire, but is also key to the charity's future growth.

THE ROLE

This newly created position is focal to connecting supporters of The Clatterbridge Cancer Charity with the challenge of their lifetime! The Challenge Events Fundraiser will promote challenge events such as runs, marathons, bike rides and skydives, and is key to inspiring, motivating and supporting people who are raising money for the charity through challenges.

This role also includes getting involved in the logistics and running of our own in-house events with the rest of the events team – helping to make sure they are safe, smooth running and most of all fun for our supporters!

This exciting role is perfect for a passionate person who loves a challenge, and whose enthusiasm for events is evident. You will spend a lot of your time communicating with fundraisers and getting the very best out of them; being on hand to give challenge event participants the tools that they need to hit their fundraising goals.

General Overview:

• Lead on third party fundraising events as directed by the Events Fundraising Manager
• Support marketing activity to recruit participants for our events
• Identify case stories to inspire others to take part
• Attend third party events – weekend work required
• Liaise with third-party event providers for event delivery
• To develop and maintain relationships with staff and supporters
• Prepare information packs and marketing materials
• To undertake a wide range of duties in relation to in-house event creation, marketing, set-up, and running under the guidance of the Events Fundraising Manager
• Coordinate with fundraisers to encourage income generation and further participation
• Attend events with and on behalf of the Events Fundraising Manager

The ideal candidate will have a real passion for events and should be able to show that to fundraisers. Ideally you will love a challenge, sport, and love to talk all things fundraising and events. You’ll enjoy building excellent relationships and managing the supporter journey which will start and end with you, with a fantastic challenge in the middle.

If you are looking to discover a career in fundraising and/or events, this is a fantastic opportunity in a fast-paced charity events environment.

THE TRUST 

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic and forward thinking Trust.

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s leading cancer centres, providing high quality care to the population of Merseyside and Cheshire and beyond.

We provide a comprehensive range of inpatient care, advanced radiotherapy, chemotherapy and other systemic anti-cancer therapies including gene therapies and immunotherapies for the treatment of solid tumours and blood cancers. We are also the only facility in the UK providing low-energy proton beam therapy to treat rare eye cancers.

We are currently embarking on an £162 million investment in facilities including a new cancer hospital in the heart of Liverpool due to open in 2020. Based on the same thriving research and healthcare campus as the University of Liverpool and Royal Liverpool University Hospital, the new hospital will ensure every patient receives truly outstanding care and can access the most advanced treatments and clinical trials for generations to come.

For further details / informal visits contact:

Mark Parkinson
Events Fundraising Manager

(no agencies please)

Deputy Manager – Level 5

Location: North Region
Job Type: Permanent, Full time
Salary: £12.39 per hour / £22,611 for 35 hours (£24,226 per annum FTE 37.5 hours)

Closing Date: 4th January 2020

As a Deputy Manager / Deputy Care Home Manager with our clientyou will support the Manager in the day to day operation of the service. This includes deputising in their absence and responsibility for the direct supervision and line-management of staff. You will be accountable for monitoring, maintaining and providing the highest standards of clinical / personal support and service delivery, while promoting independence and choice of thier residents.

You will:

- Have a level of professional development and registration (may include level 5 leadership in health & social care qualification).
- Have experience of providing direct personal and social care.
- Be experienced in managing a team of support staff.
- Have experience of working with customers who have physical and / or learning disabilities.
- Be able to work flexibly in accordance with rostered hours.

In return they offer a great range of employee schemes and benefits, including generous annual leave, discounts for high street retailers, contributory pension scheme and so much more!

Our client welcomes applications from all sections of the community. They actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post.

Shortlisting for this role will take place as applications are received. They therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been appointed.

You may have experience of the following: Deputy Care Home Manager, Deputy Manager, Deputy Residential Home Manager, Nurse, Nursing, Registered Nurse, Charity, Not for Profit, etc.

Ref: 90785

You will be managing our whole programme in Manchester, working with young people, schools and mentors. This is an exciting and dynamic role within a national organisation.

About The Girls’ Network

The Girls’ Network is an award-winning charity that works with girls from low-income communities and provides them with a female mentor to open up opportunities and networks that they otherwise would not have access to. We have a large and growing network of supporters, mentors and schools and work across seven regions of England at the moment, with a view to expand. We are looking for someone to help us maintain the quality of our programme and expand our reach to more schools and partners.

We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates of all genders and backgrounds.

Key roles and responsibilities

Drive growth and lead a regional programme

• Run The Girls’ Network mentoring programme activities within the Greater Manchester region 

• Build effective relationships with current schools, supporting them with The Girls’ Network programme

• Work with the Director of Fundraising and Relationships to initiate and manage professional paying partnerships with local and national businesses in the area

• Contribute ideas to the content of the mentoring programme by participating in The Girls’ Network ‘innovation sessions’

Manage and support impactful mentoring relationships

• Manage the community of mentors in the regions you are working in to ensure a positive standard of mentoring is maintained

• Track the progress of mentoring relationships using data

• Deliver our training for mentors and mentees

• Coordinate delivery of engaging and inspiring workshops for mentors and mentees based on the needs of the girls

Grow our network in Manchester 

• Advocate for The Girls’ Network at every opportunity in the region, through networking, local media, PR activities and social media

• Share significant successes and achievements to The Girls’ Network senior team

Competencies

• You are deeply passionate and driven to achieve equal opportunities for all and will keep the girls we work with at the heart of your work

• You are able to build and manage a number of relationships with a variety of different people and are confident speaking to both young people and adults within schools and businesses

• You are comfortable with delivering set training sessions

• You care about the details and have above average organisation skills

• You are target oriented and hard working to achieve KPI’s of the region

• You are flexible in your approach to working with a small organisation and understand the time and resource limitations

Working with The Girls’ Network

The Girls’ Network values commitment, courage, collaboration and excellence. We are currently a small team of passionate and dedicated people all working towards our mission of achieving unlimited futures for all women. We work flexibly and in a collaborative and incredibly supportive environment and communicate regularly with staff across the country. New staff go through an in-depth and thorough training programme at the beginning and are given the opportunity to observe and shadow others. Our development programme following this runs for up to two years with opportunities to attend training throughout the year.

The RSPB has a mission to put people at the heart of our work, to harness their power and incredible ability to make a difference. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead the front-line delivery of RSPB's innovative Saving Nature Through People strategy at a local level, inspiring people to connect with nature and empowering them to take action for it.

Based in Manchester's Mersey Valley - a network of visitor sites containing a mosaic of habitats just four miles from Manchester City Centre - and working in partnership with Manchester City Council, the Community Project Officer will engage with members of the public and volunteer groups to effect positive change for nature and people within the Mersey Valley in particular.

Manchester Community Project Officer
Reference number: A3741219
Location: Chorlton, Manchester
Salary starting at: £19,602 to £21,236 per annum pro rata - Applicants should expect under normal circumstances to receive an offer at the bottom of the advertised range
Hours: Part time, 15 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term until December 2020

We are looking for an effective and inspirational communicator, with a real passion for nature, who has experience of engaging with a range of volunteers and a proven track record of successfully promoting volunteering opportunities. You will work closely with local 'Friends of' groups to increase their effectiveness and to direct their practical conservation work using the Mersey Valley Habitat Management Plan, developed in partnership with Manchester City Council.

You will have experience of volunteer recruitment, induction and management, and the ability to motivate volunteers to independently deliver organisational objectives. Experience of delivering events that successfully engage with families would be an advantage.

Working in partnership with others is a key part of this role, and the successful candidate will have proven experience in building strong and effective partnerships that deliver against collective objectives. You will work closely with on the ground Manchester City Council staff, collaborating with them to achieve shared outcomes that reflect both organisations' priorities.

The Community Project Officer will be the RSPB lead in the Manchester Nature Consortium and work with partners to plan and deliver Manchester Festival of Nature 2020 - an exciting event building on a successful festival in 2019 which engaged with over 7,000 visitors at Heaton Park, inspiring them about the work of the Consortium partners and encouraging more people to take action for nature.

This role will be based at the Manchester City Council office at Chorlton Water Park. The successful candidate will be willing and able to work independently, with proven time management and problem-solving skills that enable them to progress the project at pace. The ability to make decisions that enable the continued delivery of key objectives and to keep the project on track is crucial, as is the ability to communicate these decisions, where applicable, with stakeholders and partners.

The delivery of RSPB's Saving Nature Through People strategy is in its early stages and there is scope for the learning from the RSPB's work in the Mersey Valley to be used to inform similar future projects in other locations. Therefore, there may be the opportunity for this role to be extended beyond the stated end date.

The RSPB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the appropriate safeguarding checks upon appointment.

Closing date: 26 January 2020
The interviews for this role will be held in the Manchester City Council Office in Chorlton, Manchester, on 4 February 2020.

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to be directed to our website where you can download the role profile and application details.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. You will be asked to declare both spent and unspent convictions and cautions at offer of employment stage.

When you make your application please ensure you include reference number A3741219 on any correspondence. 

No agencies please.

Recruitment Administrator

You will join our client as a Recruitment Administrator, on a full time permanent basis.

Recruitment Administrator Responsibilities:

Your role will be to place recruitment adverts, respond to candidate enquiries, administer the ATS system, arrange interviews and support with job fairs and other events. You will also assist with producing data for reports and support the team with additional HR duties.

Recruitment Administrator Requirements:

Experience of working in a HR / Recruitment department is desirable however more importantly is your previous administration experience, good IT skills and excellent communication skills. You will also have the ability to work to tight deadlines and be able to work under pressure. The role will also involve occasional travel to different sites so access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential. This is a fantastic development opportunity for someone who would like to progress their career in HR / Recruitment.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to a basic disclosure check.

They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

About our client:

They provide residential services for young people and young adults aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or secure children’s homes. They are now recruiting a Recruitment Administrator to play a key part in a friendly People Services team.

Location: Stockport

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm

Salary: £17,550 - £19,012.50 per annum dependent on skills and experience

Benefits: including 22-27 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), company pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, online staff discounts, free onsite parking and the ability to complete your CIPD level 3 qualification once out of probation, Life Assurance, Paid induction, training and enhanced DBS check.

Closing date: 4th January 2020.
Interviews to be held week commencing: 17th January 2020.

You may have experience of the following: Recruitment Administrator, Recruitment Coordinator, Office Coordinator, Office Assistant, Admin Executive, Office Administrator, Employment Services, Recruitment Assistant, Resource Executive, Administrator, Recruitment, Recruitment Executive etc.

Ref: 90713

Recruitment Coordinator

You will join our client's team in Stockport as Recruitment Coordinator.

Recruitment Coordinator Responsibilities:

As the Recruitment Coordinator, your role will be to oversee the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring that candidates are responded to in a timely manner, interviews are coordinated, and response rates are monitored. You will ensure that a variety of advertising methods are utilised to optimise candidate attraction and will be pro-active in seeking candidates from multiple sources. You will also coordinate networking and recruitment events ensuring our client is promoted as an employer of choice. You will be responsible for producing recruitment reports highlighting trends and concerns and will review recruitment KPI’s on monthly basis ensuring that key targets are met. You will also support with employee retention, providing input into strategies to improve retention.

Recruitment Coordinator Requirements:

Previous experience of co-ordinating the recruitment process is essential alongside previous management / supervision experience. Experience of healthcare is desirable and the successful candidate must have access to a vehicle for work purposes as there will be travel to other sites and recruitment events in the northwest. Strong IT skills are a must, as is experience of producing reports and an understanding of KPI’s.

Our client operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to a basic disclosure check.

They are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community.

About our client:

They provide residential services for young people and young adults aged 16-30 years old who have been discharged from psychiatric inpatient stays or secure children’s homes. Due to company growth they are now recruiting a Recruitment Co-ordinator to supervise an expanding recruitment team.

Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester

Job type: Full Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm

Salary: £21,059.93 to £27,260 per annum, dependent on skills and experience

Benefits: 22-27 days holiday per year (plus bank holidays), Free training and professional development programme, Paid induction, training and enhanced DBS check, Company Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Free onsite parking, Life Assurance, he ability to complete CIPD qualifications.

Closing date for applications: 4th January, 2020
Interviews to be held week commencing: 17th January 2020

You may have experience of the following: Recruitment Coordinator, Recruitment Co-ordinator, Recruitment Administrator, HR Assistant, Human Resources Advisor, Recruitment Executive, Resourcer, Resource Executive, Resource Team Assistant, Talent Management, HR Officer, Human Resources Administrator, Internal Recruiter, In-House Recruitment, HR Administrator, etc.

Ref: 90714

This is a full-time position and your role will be to support the organisation in ensuring that all financial and accounting control functions are performed professionally and in line with the Union’s policies and requirements. 

The successful candidate should have previous experience in an administration, bookkeeping or accounting role and knowledge and understanding of financial procedures and controls. 

They should be able to prioritise their workload in a busy environment and have excellent team working and communication skills.

If this post sounds like the kind of role for you, application packs and further details are available on our website. 

About Scope

Scope is a major UK pan disability charity that is embarked on a programme of fundamental change to deliver its goal of ‘Everyday equality’ for disabled people. Continuing to develop a high-performing finance team is critical to delivering our goal.

About the role

You'll help us raise money to support Scope’s work by setting up and effectively managing an online sales division. The candidate will take full responsibility for the efficient and profitable running of the online sales division, always meeting budgeted sales targets. You’ll be managing a team of paid staff and volunteers.

About you

We are looking for an experienced online sales manager that can bring their knowledge and skills to our new online offering and raise money for our charitable cause. You'll lead a small team, so great people skills are needed as well as the drive to succeed in this new opportunity. You'll need an understanding of the online market, ecommerce and eBay. Problem solving skills and a can-do attitude are a must.

To apply

We offer an excellent benefits package including flexible working, 27 days’ holiday and generous pension. As a disability equality charity, Scope strives to make all opportunities to get involved as inclusive and accessible as possible. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. We will consider any reasonable adjustments and flexible working arrangements that make this role more accessible.

Closing date for applications: 10 Jan 2020 

You've got a good understanding of mental health issues and really enjoy supporting others to achieve independence and lead their own recovery. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Recovery Worker. 

Right now, our Supported Housing and Community Support service in Kendal is looking for someone like you to help people in the community to concentrate on their personal goals and aspirations. Not only are we committed to putting them at the heart of everything we do, we recognise they should be involved in decisions that affect their future too. That's why we need you to inspire and support them to lead their own recovery. So, whether it's helping to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations, developing domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, your empathy, enthusiasm and compassion will have every chance to shine. Entering accurate case notes onto our IT system will be important too. And, when it comes to regularly liaising with GP surgeries, the local council, charities etc. or promoting the service within the community, again, we'll count on you.

The chances are, you already work in the mental health field. What is for certain is that you're caring, consistent, flexible and creative, work well under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and, like us, are keen to break down the stigma of mental health. 

This is a part time post at 30 hours per week.

Closing date: 10th January 2020

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? Apply now via our website.

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

We are recruiting a Payroll Administrator in our Manchester office. You will be responsible for processing and submitting the monthly payroll via an outsourced provider in a timely manner, submission of year-end returns, preparation of reports and dealing with staff queries. You will also support and assist the Finance team with analytical reports and reconciliations in additional to other administrative duties which may include travel arrangements, supplier queries and management of benefits.

Degree level or equivalent, although consideration will be given to candidates with a high level of experience. CIPP qualification would be an advantage.

The right candidate will have experience of managing a caseload and good knowledge of provider services across Greater Manchester that can help carers lead a better life. The candidate must be able to speak English and at least one other language including Urdu, Punjabi and Guajarati. You must have a strong awareness of issues affecting BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) communities particularly in relation to the impact of caring.

The role will be to work as a team on a busy helpline as well as delivering statutory carer’s assessments through a conversation model and to bring an enthusiastic yet empathetic approach to supporting carers across Trafford. The role will also involve outreach support at Limelight in Old Trafford on a regular basis.

Trafford Carers Centre, is the Lead provider for Trafford Council and Trafford CCG to deliver first line support and information services to unpaid carers in Trafford.

Requirements for Caseworker role:

• Previous experience of casework
• Positive, welcoming attitude and good communication skills
• Ability to speak English and other languages such as Punjabi, Urdu and Guajarati  
• Ability to identify carers and their support needs
• Ability to work effectively and positively as part of a team
• Ability to think on your feet
• Knowledge of key services across Greater Manchester
• Knowledge of issues affecting BAME communities in relation to caring
• Knowledge of Care Act 2014
• Sound organisational and IT skills
• Ability to keep concise and accurate records
• Flexibility to work hours as determined by the organisation
• Full driving licence and insurance to use your car for business purposes.

Responsibilities for Caseworker:

• Manage a caseload delivering statutory carers assessments, support, guidance and advice
• Deliver helpline support offering guidance and advice
• Maintaining a high level of record keeping
• To work with multi-agencies to raise awareness of carer issues and widen identification network.

Benefits for Caseworker:

• 25 days annual leave (pro rata)
• Full induction programme
• Access to training

Deadline for applications: 12pm on 24th of December 2019 

Chief Executive

Liverpool

c.£95K

Inspirational Chief Executive required to lead an ambitious and high-quality provider of services to adults and young people.

Career Connect is a North-West charity with a track record of delivering high quality and innovative services across the region, including working at a national and international level to further the promotion and impact of careers related services.

Our current Chief Executive, Kieran Gordon, is retiring and under his leadership we have become a nationally established brand leader of information, advice and guidance in the areas of careers, learning and employment. During this time, we have successfully navigated major changes in public policy and funding affecting the sector, by being innovative and creative in our thinking and delivery.

We are now seeking a new inspirational leader to become our next Chief Executive and help us build on our exceptional track record and shape our future. You will lead our committed team to seek new service opportunities, ensure that we constantly evolve and continue to deliver sustainable business outcomes. Working with an engaged Board of Trustees, you will lead the charity through the next era of our development to secure a confident future in these times of continuing uncertainty.

You will bring a values-based approach and an in-depth understanding of how to build and run agile service organisations, highly developed strategic abilities, experience of influencing commissioner/funder agendas and in securing significant funds from a diverse range of public and private sources. You are passionate about creating positive and sustainable outcomes along with the personal credibility to make a real difference. 

Specific knowledge of the careers sector is not essential.

Closing Date for applications: 6th January 2020 

Interviews are planned for 23rd & 24th January 2020