Volunteer Support Manager Jobs in Birmingham, West Midlands
We’re looking for an experienced individual to join our Community Fundraising team as Community Fundraising Officer, covering our West Midlands hub. You will join us working 35 hours per week on a permanent basis and in return you will receive a competitive salary of up to £32,013 per annum plus excellent benefits.
Please note, the successful candidate must be based in or around the West Midlands, this role covers Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire & Birmingham.
Since 1927, Cats Protection has helped thousands of cats each year, across the UK. As a community of volunteers, employees, supporters and partners, we’ve improved the lives of millions of cats and transformed the way millions of people see and care for cats.
The Community Fundraising Officer is an exciting role for a community fundraiser who wants to make a positive impact and drive income generation. Sitting in the Community Fundraising and Events department within the Marketing and Income Generation Directorate the Community Fundraising Officer plays a pivotal role in leading and supporting community activities to drive and grow community fundraised income. This is an opportunity to work across a diverse range of products and activities, work alongside dedicated volunteers, meet our loyal supporters and demonstrate the joy and impact of community fundraising all for the benefit of cats and kittens in the UK.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience of raising funds in a community fundraising environment
- Experience in planning, organising and delivering fundraising campaigns and activities
- Direct experience of working with volunteers
- Experience of planning and working to income/expenditure budgets
- Good working knowledge of transaction/contact database (preferably CARE NG)
- A flexible approach to working hours and able to attend events which may occasionally fall on evenings or weekends
What we can offer you:
- salary of up to £32,013 per annum plus excellent benefits
- generous annual leave entitlement
- life assurance scheme
- range of health benefits including private healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme
- and more
Through our values and behaviours we help people see the world through cats’ eyes. Together we can make a difference.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications or CVs that are emailed to us directly.
Closing date: 3rd June 2024
Virtual interview date: TBC
Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to.
Please email if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.
Scope is a disability equality charity in England and Wales. Together we are Disability Gamechangers. We work to a society where all disabled people enjoy equality and fairness. We campaign tirelessly for everyday equality for disabled people.
We are looking for two Community Energy Engagement Advisers to join our Retail and Cadent teams to deliver energy support sessions in local communities using the Scope retail stores in the North or South regions.
Fixed term 2 years, 35 hours a week
We are recruiting for 2 positions, one in the North Region and one in the South Region.
Location: Base to be confirmed, working within the North or South region with some working from home.
The role
As Community Energy Engagement Adviser, you will be empowering individuals and families through workshops and one-to-one support. You will train retail staff and volunteers to engage with individuals and families, with a particular emphasis on energy advice and support.
The service will help customers through their unfair extra costs and additional vulnerability to fuel poverty.
The successful candidate must pass an Enhanced DBS check
You will:
- Plan and deliver training for retail staff and volunteers on energy support.
- Work with local organisations to reach those needing energy advice.
- Create and share information on energy saving, bill management, and renewable energy benefits.
- Track and evaluate the effectiveness of community sessions and individual interventions, and adjust strategies as needed.
- Keep updated on energy sector changes, legislation, grants, and best practices.
- Ensure operations meet community needs and organisational goals.
- Follow organisational policies and industry regulations.
Explore new technologies and partnerships to improve service delivery.
For more information about the role’s responsibilities, and the skills and experience required please use the apply button to go to the job description on the Scope website.
About you
It is desirable that you have a good knowledge of Energy and Utilities advice.
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Have excellent communication skills both verbal and written to be able to support communities and individuals who would benefit most from energy advice and support.
- Be able to plan and deliver engaging and informative energy support workshops within local communities, tailoring content to meet the diverse needs of attendees.
- Have the ability to show empathy and being able to respond positively to change while being able to deal effectively with conflicting priorities will allow to succeed within this role.
- Good working knowledge of IT including Microsoft Office Products and are confident user of digital technology demonstrating a positive approach to the adoption of innovative products and tools.
- Be able to track and evaluate the impact of your community sessions and one-to-one interventions, adjusting strategies to improve outreach and support effectiveness.
- Bring drive and enthusiasm to your role and can demonstrate that you care passionately about improving the lives of disabled people and their families.
We ask you to show an appreciation of Scope’s values and our ambition of everyday equality for disabled people.
Please make sure you explain in your application, with examples, how you can meet these important skills.
Our values - pioneering, courageous, connected, open, fair
By living our values and trusting each other, we empower our colleagues to make decisions. By giving our colleagues freedom and space to spark creativity for innovation, we can push boundaries, change mindsets and be empowered to change the game with grit and determination and a sense of urgency.
Disabled candidates
We are a disability equality charity. We encourage applications from disabled people and people with impairments, conditions, and access needs. We want to create a workforce that is a true reflection of the communities we serve.
Scope will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for the post. This is part of our commitment as a Disability Confident Leader. Just let us know in your application that you are applying under the Offer an Interview Scheme. This was previously known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.
Some applicants might need adjustments during the application process. If you require adjustments through your journey with us you can find out more about interview adjustments on the Scope website.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
At the heart of everything we do at Scope is Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.
We want everyone to feel like they belong. We value each person as an individual. We will treat everyone with dignity and respect and we want to recognise all parts of a person's identity.
We are a disability equality charity. So, we will build a culture that is accessible and inclusive first. We will aim for the same high standards in all our work. We will listen, learn and keep improving.
You can find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion on the Scope website.
Scope benefits
We believe hard work deserves reward and recognition. We offer a wide range of benefits including:
- 27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Flexible, hybrid and remote working options
- Pay progression at 6 months and 2 years
- Company pension
- Excellent training and career development
- Strong colleague networks across disability, race and LGBTQ+
- Discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and much more.
If you want to become a Disability Gamechanger, we'd love to hear from you.
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Shades Project Worker
Location: Remote working in primary to secondary schools and parishes within Bolton Deanery
Contract Type: 5-year fixed term / Full time until 31st December 2028
Salary: £22,262.23 - £25,695.27 (Actual) (£26,000 - £30,000 per annum (FTE))
Hours: Term Time only + 6 days - 35 hours per week
Benefits: Generous annual leave entitlement, Competitive employer pension contribution
A project has been established that is currently working with 33 schools and 33 churches in developing discipleship pathways for children and young people in Bolton. One key aspect of this project is the ‘Shades Project’, which focuses on racial justice and faith, supporting schools and churches in developing a culture for all children and young people, regardless of racial background, to thrive and flourish. In response to the exciting growth of the Shades Project, they are looking to appoint a Shades Project Worker to support the growing opportunities for Christian discipleship and to embed the Shades ethos in primary and secondary schools and parishes in Bolton deanery.
The Shades Project Worker will work with the Shades team in primary and secondary schools, delivering Shades Collective Worship and Shades ‘Faith and Identity’ workshops. They will also lead Shades Ambassadors groups for those children and young people who are passionate about growing in their understanding of racial justice, the Christian faith, and becoming courageous advocates. The Shades Project Worker will also work with Bolton parishes and mission communities to promote the Christian message of God’s love for all of his children, encouraging children, young people, and adults to celebrate their God-given identities and to grow spiritually.
The Shades Project Worker will have many opportunities for training and development, as well as the creative freedom to develop initiatives for children and young people. They will work within a highly motivated and supportive team, who are committed to prayer and to welcoming children and young people into the life of the church.
The post holder should have experience of volunteering with children or young people in a church and/or school context. They will have a good knowledge of anti-racism and racial justice and a strong passion for a combined focus on the Christian faith and racial justice, as well as experience working with diverse communities.
To succeed, they need to be enthusiastic, relational, self-motivated, and able to lead in a range of different contexts. They will be creative and able to lead and support activities in schools and parishes. They will be excellent communicators, with good interpersonal skills, sensitivity, and an ability to communicate effectively with people from a wide range of cultural backgrounds. They will be able to build and maintain effective working partnerships and have a working understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.
Applications from candidates of global majority heritage are particularly welcomed, as they are under-represented within the organization at this level.
There is an Occupational Requirement for the post-holder to be a practising Christian, in accordance with Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010.
The post will be offered to the successful candidate subject to an enhanced DBS check with barred list check (child workforce), satisfactory references, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
To apply, please click the APPLY button. Applications should be made via a laptop or desktop rather than a mobile device. Please refer to the job description and person specification for further information.
Closing Date: 5pm, Wednesday 26th June 2024
Interviews: Thursday 4th July 2024 at St John’s House, 155-163 The Rock, Bury, BL9 0ND
You may also have experience in the following: Community Support Worker, Outreach Worker, Case Worker, Program Facilitator, Project Support Officer, Client Services Coordinator, Social Services Worker, Community Development Worker, Support Coordinator, Community Engagement Worker, Program Assistant.
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Communications Officer Devolved Nations
We are looking for a Communications Officer to support our team in Scotland to respond to Scottish media enquiries, delivering campaigns to influence health policy and support our fundraising and engagement comms activity.
This is a remote working role and applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.
Position: CE306 Communications Officer Devolved Nations
Location: Home-based, Scotland, however occasional travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related travel). Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week
Salary: Circa £27,570 per annum (FTE circa £34,000)
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Tax-free childcare, Health Cash Plan, Working Pattern Agreement, flexible working opportunities available.
Closing Date: 3 June 2024. We reserve the right to close these vacancies early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Interview Date: 7 June 2024
Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.
The Role
Reporting to the PR Manager, the role will help deliver key media campaigns that call for change to support people to rebuild their lives after stroke.
Key responsibilities will include:
· Working as a team to deliver a proactive, effective and 24/7 press office, building relationships with identified media and opinion formers, and ensure timely media responses based on organisational and reputational priorities.
· Working with the Campaigns and Public Affairs team to deliver influencing activity to key health board stakeholders, Stroke Association campaigners and the general public.
· Working with the Stories team to identify and deploy the real stories of the stroke survivors we work for.
About You
You will have experience of:
· Generating media coverage in Scotland, ideally in the charity sector.
· Using media to deliver calls to action to the public (eg donating, fundraising, campaigning) and/or decision makers (eg policy change).
· Planning, executing and monitoring media plans against identified briefs and overarching objectives.
· Working alongside Policy and Public Affairs colleagues.
· Creating, posting, and managing social media content.
· Reputation management and working with crisis communications teams.
· Working with colleagues from across an organisation to identify media volunteers (case studies) and developing stories to deliver media coverage.
This role requires occasional travel across the UK to attend team days, conferences and researcher events. Candidates must be able to meet this requirement of the role.
To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.
When you click to apply, you will be able to see the full responsibilities and person specification for further
information on the role.
Please submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your covering letter. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed.
About the Organisation
Stroke Association. Rebuilding lives after stroke.
When stroke strikes, part of your brain shuts down. And so does a part of you. That’s because a stroke happens in the brain, the control centre for who we are and what we can do. It happens every five minutes in the UK and changes lives instantly. Recovery is tough, but with the right specialist support and a ton of courage and determination, the brain can adapt.
We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it’s a team effort to get there.
We provide specialist support, fund critical research and campaign to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives.
We’re working to improve the diversity of our team. Because we know that individuality leads to a richer experience for our people and better support for those affected by stroke.
We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. And we’re particularly looking to increase the number of applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities.
Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help us rebuild them and join our team.
In 2019, we developed a bold new corporate strategy so that we can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people’s lives. To help us deliver our strategy and make a real difference, we are looking to recruit talented people to a number of new roles. If you would like to support stroke survivors to rebuild their lives, we want to hear from you!
You may also have experience in areas such as PR, Public Relations, Communications, Marketing and Communications, Campaigns, Policy, Media, Media and Communications, PR Officer, Public Relations Officer, Communications Officer, Marketing and Communications Officer, Campaigns Officer, Policy Officer, Media Officer, Media and Communications Officer, Devolved Nations.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation
Head of Marine Conservation
Salary: up to £48,000 per annum
Location: Flexible home working
Full time (35 hours per week)
Permanent contract
Closing date for applications: 2nd June 2024
First interview: 12th June 2024
Second interview: 21st June 2024
About our client
Our client are a federated movement of 46 charities, supported by a central charity, the Trusts. Together our client have 900,000 members, 32,500 volunteers and 3,400 staff across the UK. They are at an exciting moment in their 110-year history, with the development of an ambitious new strategy, setting out a vision for nature in recovery, with abundant, diverse wildlife and natural processes, creating wilder landscapes where people and nature thrive.
Our client have restored and care for some of the most special places for wildlife in the UK. Collectively they manage more than 2,300 nature reserves, operate 123 visitor and education centres and own 29 working farms. They undertake research, they stand up for wildlife and wild places under threat, and they help people access nature.
Our client have been one of the lead organisations in marine conservation in the UK in the last 20 years. They played a significant role in the introduction of the world leading Marine and Coastal Access Act and have helped deliver the UK network of Marine Protected Areas. Collectively as a federation The Trusts are the biggest marine NGO in the country. You would be joining a world leading group of passionate and knowledgeable group of marine practitioners.
The next few years will be critical in determining what kind of world they all live in. They need to urgently reverse the loss of wildlife and put nature into recovery at scale if they are to prevent climate and ecological disaster. They recognise that this will require big, bold changes in the way The Trusts work, not least in how they mobilise others and support them to organise within their own communities.
About You
Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity and the chance to work at one of the UK’s best-loved nature charities? They are looking for someone with the drive, and experience of high-level advocacy and facilitation skills to lead generating and implementing appropriate policies that will drive change. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative, capable, and passionate leader who understands both nature and people. You will need to be able to inspire politicians, funders, the media, developers and communities.
As Head of Marine Conservation, you will lead the delivery of the movements’ ambitious response to the current climate and nature crisis at sea.
You will need to enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, be organised and resourceful, have great attention to written detail as well as confidence in public speaking. They need these skills to come through in your clear passion for their cause. You will be part of a tight and dedicated central policy team. You will need to have excellent collaboration and facilitation skills and always strive to ensure that everyone can come together effectively across the movement of The Trusts to achieve their new and exciting vision.
They are interested in someone who is able to demonstrate experience of working with political adversaries and has no fear of engaging in robust discussions on the future of environmental law and a reverse in the destruction of their biodiversity.
They need someone who has knowledge of the UK’s marine environment, the marine planning system and marine protected areas. Experience of out reach and advocacy efforts which has resulted in the public and decision makers calling for the restoration of their marine environment
They are particularly interested in someone who has experience of working with the House of Lords, backbenchers, and the shadow front bench.
The Trusts value passion, respect, trust, integrity, pragmatic activism and strength in diversity. Whilst they are passionate in promoting their aims, we are not judgmental and are inclusive. They particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within their sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. They are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.
The Trusts are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. For applicable roles, applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service checks at the eligible level.
As a Disability Confident employer, they are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let them know if you require any adjustments to make their recruitment process more accessible.
Salary: £29,500 - £33,500 DOE
Location: Hybrid working to include Tyseley, Birmingham and home working and national travel when required
Hours: Full time 36.5 hours per week to include occasional evening and weekend working.
Contract type: Permanent
We have an exciting opportunity for a Research and Evaluation Specialist to join our Research and Performance department at The Active Wellbeing Society. Our head office is based in Tyseley (Birmingham) and we are offering this as a hybrid role, including working from the head office, across Birmingham and home working, with national travel when required. This role is responsible for research and evaluation across all areas of the organisation to support strategic and operational decision-making. This includes primary research (surveys, interviews, focus groups, participatory research etc.) and data analysis skills to produce recommendations and actionable insights to drive behaviour change, and adapt and improve our practice.
You should have experience of designing and leading mixed method research projects (quantitative and qualitative), using a range of tools to analyse and evaluate a variety of datasets and interpreting your findings into robust recommendations. You should have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to adapt these to different audiences. The role will support the Research and Insight Manager.
Ideally, you will bring a high level of expertise across all the knowledge and skills we are looking for, as set out further below. We will consider candidates who require some development in areas of their knowledge and are willing to learn whilst in the role.
The Active Wellbeing Society (TAWS) is a community benefit society and cooperative working to develop healthy, happy communities living active and connected lives.
Our vision is for a society where people have the autonomy, capacity, resources and skills to become the architects of their own destiny; where our individual wellbeing is recognised as being bound up in our collective responsibility to and dependency on each other; and where all of us feel empowered as agents of social change to make a difference – whether at an individual level or more widely.
Main duties
- Design, manage and deliver multiple community-based research and evaluation projects.
- Use a range of research methods such as interviews, surveys, focus groups, case studies, participatory research, journey mapping, literature reviews, case studies and stories.
- Use a range of data analysis tools to interrogate mixed method research data (quantitative and qualitative) and produce robust findings. This will include the use of NVivo, SPSS and Microsoft Excel.
- Turn primary and secondary research findings into actionable insights, providing evidence and recommendations for problem solving, critical thinking, decision making and innovation.
- Identify, analyse and interpret relevant local and national data sources and evidence to provide actionable insights and contextual understanding.
- Use excellent written communication skills to produce outputs including reports, briefings, profiles, presentations and infographics, and tailoring these to a variety of audiences.
- Work collaboratively with the team, other directorates and stakeholders to understand their research needs, to implement research processes and procedures, in-line with organisational priorities and the needs of funders.
- Understand and adhere to information management policies, research ethics and governance legislation, including, data privacy and data protection legislation, including GDPR.
Knowledge, skills and experience
- Experience of carrying out community-based research using qualitative research methods, including, interviews, surveys, focus groups, case studies, participatory research, journey mapping, literature reviews, case studies, stories. (Essential)
- Skills and experience in cleaning, organising, manipulating and analysing data, data interpretation and data visualisation. (Essential)
- Experience of designing, delivering and managing multiple research and evaluation projects. (Essential)
- Experience of turning primary and secondary research findings into actionable insights and providing evidence-based briefings and recommendations. (Essential)
- Experience of using a range of analytical tools and software that will allow you to apply your skills in mixed method research (quantitative and qualitative), to produce robust findings. This will include the use of MS Office, SPSS, MS Excel (advanced) and NVivo (transcription and coding). (Essential)
- Excellent written communication skills with experience in producing outputs including reports, briefings, profiles, presentations and infographics, and tailoring these to a variety of audiences. (Essential)
- Experience of building and maintaining strong working relationships, including working collaboratively with teams across an organisation and with external stakeholders (Essential)
- Knowledge and experience of information management, research ethics and governance legislation, including, data privacy and data protection legislation, including GDPR. (Essential)
- Experience and understanding of behavioural research, behavioural insight, and/or, the COM-B Model. (Desirable)
- Experience of sourcing, analysing and interpreting existing national and local data to produce trends and comparisons. (Desirable)
Staff benefits
We offer our team members a comprehensive staff benefits offering to include:
- Annual Leave – 25 days FTE (increasing to 29 days with service) plus 5 wellbeing days.
- Nest Pension – 8% employer contribution - 3% employee contribution.
- Heath Cash Plan – giving you discounts on everyday healthcare such as dental, optical, physio, prescriptions & more.
- Employee Assistance Programme (counselling and DRs on call 24hrs a day).
- Life Assurance – x4 your salary paid to beneficiary.
- Flexible working.
- Fantastic volunteering opportunities within The Active Wellbeing Society every month.
Application details
Please submit a Cover Letter and CV addressing the experience you have had relevant to the 'Main Duties' and the 'Knowledge & Skills' sections of the advert, but as a minimum please address how you meet the the following criteria which will be weighted highly in the first sift of shortlisting:
- Experience of carrying out community-based research using qualitative research methods, including, interviews, surveys, focus groups, case studies, participatory research, journey mapping, literature reviews, case studies, stories
- Skills in cleaning, organising, manipulating and analysing data, data interpretation and data visualisation, and turning primary and secondary research findings into actionable insights and evidence-based recommendations.
- Experience of designing, delivering and managing multiple research and evaluation projects
- Experience of turning primary and secondary research findings into actionable insights and providing evidence-based recommendations6. Excellent written communication skills with experience of producing outputs including reports, briefings, profiles, presentations and infographics, and tailoring these to a variety of audiences.
- Excellent written communication skills with experience of producing outputs including reports, briefings, profiles, presentations and infographics, and tailoring these to a variety of audiences.
Closing date: Sunday 26th May 2024
Interview date: W/c 3rd June 2024
Due to the high numbers of applications we received for our job vacancies, we may close application windows early, so we would encourage you to submit your application ASAP
We will provide all applicants with an outcome on your application, this will usually be within 1 week of the application window closing.
Successful applicants will be required to be DBS checked prior to starting.
Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we, in recruiting for our team we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring. The Active Wellbeing Society is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, we recruit based upon capability and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. At The Active Wellbeing Society we are searching for people who share the passion for what we do with different backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, collectively making a difference.
If there is anything we can do to assist you in your application or preparations to be interviewed for one of our job vacancies please let us know and we can ensure you have a positive and comfortable experience.
Thank you for your interest in working for The Active Wellbeing Society, we look forward to receiving your application.
Trusts and Grants Fundraiser
Offering flexible working with a friendly team, we’re looking for a Trusts & Grants Fundraiser to support The Haven’s financial sustainability through efficient grant research, application, and grant management. You will navigate the world of trusts, foundations, and grant-making bodies to identify funding opportunities aligned with our objectives and submit high quality applications for support.
Your responsibilities include maintaining a well-organised grant pipeline, tailoring applications to funder criteria, and collaborating with colleagues across The Haven to ensure projects are delivered and measured. Building and nurturing relationships is essential. Your contributions will inform our grants strategy, ensure ethical practices, and contribute to our mission's success.
The role is full-time or part-time (30 hours), and can be remote, hybrid, or office based in Wolverhampton, depending on your preference.
Please note, we will be holding interviews on a rolling basis. Due to the current fast-paced nature of recruitment in the sector, we advise you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Main Responsibilities
Grant Research, Application and Management:
- Conduct research to identify potential funding opportunities from trusts, foundations, and other grant-making organisations to align with The Haven’s goals, priorities, and funding needs.
- Develop and maintain a robust grant pipeline, tracking the progress of all grant applications from identification to closure. Include monitoring and review of application and reporting deadlines.
- Collate external research and collaborate with frontline managers and staff, as well as other team members to gather pertinent, compelling information needed to develop robust cases for support.
- Prepare tailored funder applications that match the specific requirements and guidelines of each funder.
- Provide relevant materials and support to The Haven’s communication team regarding grants publicity, ensuring funder requirements are met.
- Work closely with project delivery leads to deliver comprehensive grants handovers to ensure compliance with all grant agreements, terms, and conditions, ongoing monitoring and evaluation is in line with funder reporting requirements, and submission of timely high quality reports.
- Collaborate with the finance team to develop grant budgets and monitor expenditure against the project budget, to ensure funds are spent as required and in a timely manner.
- Maintain documentation and records, ensuring The Haven’s CRM is kept up to date.
- Stay up to date with statutory contract opportunities and share information with relevant colleagues as and when opportunities arise.
- Support the tender writing process, undertaking research and developing copy with the support of the Senior Leadership Team where needed.
- Support the monitoring and administration of tender submissions, including deadline tracking, monitoring communications received and updating colleague stakeholders.
Relationship Management:
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing donors and funding partners, and initiate and nurture relationships with new prospective donors and funding organisations.
- Identify opportunities for stewardship of relationships and explore engagement activities and events.
Grant Strategy and Planning:
- Contribute to the development of The Haven’s grants strategy.
- Identify long-term funding opportunities and trends within the grants landscape.
- Capture, track, and analyse data to evaluate the success of applications and make data-driven decisions for future strategies.
- Work towards agreed metrics and KPIs.
Compliance and Best Practice:
- Adhere to relevant legislation and regulation such as GDPR and the Codes of Fundraising Practice and stay up-to-date and with any changes.
- Ensure ethical practices including transparent and accurate representation of The Haven’s work and achievements.
- Stay informed about changes in grant-making practices and trends.
- Attend relevant workshops, seminars, and training sessions to enhance grant-writing skills.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
- To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as maybe reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of this job.
- To have personal responsibility for maintaining personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job and The Haven, by undertaking appropriate training and development activities. This includes encouraging and supporting staff and managers in their training and development.
- To undertake any health and safety training and related activities such as First Aid, Fire Marshall, Duty Hold, Health & Safety representative etc. as required for the post and as required by The Haven Wolverhampton to ensure their Health & Safety Policy is implemented effectively.
- To ensure equality of opportunity both in service provision and employment, having regard to the needs of the diverse communities we serve.
- To act in accordance with the organisations standing orders, financial regulations and financial procedures.
- To supervise and support volunteers and placement as required.
- To comply with legislation and The Haven’s policies including Confidentiality, Information Sharing, Data Protection, Computer Security, Safeguarding vulnerable adults and children, and Human Rights.
- To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grading of the post subject to reasonable adjustment under the Equality Act.
- The duties of the post may change and develop from time to time in the light of new legislation, The Haven’s Policies, organisational development and social trends. Such development will be monitored in conjunction with the Chief Executive and will be reflected as necessary in the aims and objectives of the post.
Person Specification:
- Essential knowledge experience, skills and attributes
- Proven track record in trusts and grants fundraising with track record of successful applications.
- Ability to write compelling, tailored funding applications, exhibiting excellent written communication, grammar, vocabulary, and attention to detail.
- Proficient in researching, analysing, and presenting information from diverse sources in a clear, coherent format tailored to funder needs.
- Skills in organising, planning, and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Showcase experience in administration tasks, proficient use of Microsoft packages (Teams, Forms, Word, Excel), coupled with numerical and data analysis skills.
- Experience of using a donor management system or CRM.
- Capable of working autonomously and as part of a team, with self-motivation, proactive initiative, and the ability to establish effective relationships.
- Openness to seeking and implementing constructive criticism, demonstrating adaptability and willingness to implement change.
- Familiarity with The Haven Wolverhampton's work and issues related to domestic abuse, showcasing sensitivity and understanding.
- Understanding of GDPR principles and the importance of maintaining confidentiality concerning data.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Desirable:
- An understanding of the issues and effects of domestic abuse and/or homelessness among women and children.
Other Requirements:
- Able to work effectively and with others in remote/ hybrid working context, utilising technology such as MS Teams
- Able to travel and work unsociable hours on occasions if required to undertake activities or continued professional development activities
Location: Wolverhampton
Contract: Full time, Permanent (P/T Option)
Salary: £30,000
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About Ashden
Ashden boosts climate innovation in the UK and the Global South. Our support brings clean energy to villages and refugee camps and fixes up cold and draughty homes. It makes schools more sustainable, helps communities protect and restore the nature around them. Let’s Go Zero is a national campaign uniting teachers, pupils, parents and their schools as they all work together to be zero carbon by 2030. We’re also working with national government to ensure the right support is in place to help all schools reach this goal through seven policy actions.
The Let’s Go Zero campaign is seeking one Climate Action Advisor based in Cumbria or Lancashire, and one Climate Action Advisor based in North/North East Lincolnshire or Hull, as part of its new climate action advisors project. This initiative will link thousands of schools across the whole of England with advice and support from a network of 31 local climate experts.
About the Role
Do you have a passion for climate action? Are you confident engaging with external stakeholders? We're looking for two advisors to support school leaders, local authorities and others to carry out projects that reduce emissions and inspire students and the wider community. We know schools are eager to take climate action, but often lack the information to do so.
You will play an important role helping them develop their plans, secure funding, and work in partnership to achieve their goals. You will support future new initiatives announced by our coalition members, the Department for Education, or other organisations working in schools, to ensure a smooth flow of information, enabling schools to transition to zero carbon.
This is an exciting and varied role, with the potential to support thousands of schools on their journey to zero carbon.
What you might find yourself doing:
Climate action advice:
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Advising school leaders, multi academy trust leaders, local authorities and local networks about climate action in buildings, estates and within school activities.
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Developing relationships with local authorities, supporting their current initiatives, building on the work already being done to support schools in the area.
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Attending and speaking in person at local and online events to encourage climate action and promoting sustainability.
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Visiting some schools in person to provide direct 1:1 guidance to school leaders.
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Recording all school engagement, advice and action in the Let’s Go Zero tracker and ensuring all team members do the same.
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Working in partnership with other Climate Action Advisors across England.
Communications:
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Communicating complex guidance to a mixed audience – helping school leaders, estates staff, finance teams and teachers to understand their impact and possible action.
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Working with the communications team to generate insights into Let’s Go Zero’s work, contributing to articles and blogs.
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Producing case studies of action in schools to be shared with the wider climate action network.
About You
You’ll thrive in this role if you have:
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Excellent interpersonal skills, a flexible approach and work well in a team.
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A track-record in either climate change, decarbonisation, sustainability or education (obtained through previous roles, volunteering or other routes).
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A passion and commitment to climate action.
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A good understanding of climate action in schools, colleges or nurseries.
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Excellent communication skills to be able to share guidance with school leaders individually and in groups.
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Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise accordingly.
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A collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively with a range of partners and team members and colleagues to help them improve their skills and knowledge.
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Good IT skills.
It is also desirable (but not necessary) for you to have:
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An understanding of decarbonisation in the education sector, government education and/or net zero policy.
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Experience providing advice to others and explaining complex options.
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The drive to be an active and self-led learner who keeps abreast of developments.
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Flexibility to work outside office hours from time to time, using sustainable transport whenever possible. You will be managing your own diary.
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Experience of coordinating meetings and events involving multiple people/teams, with an education or environmental element.
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Experience with MS Office suite systems.
Application Process
The Assessment Day will take place on Thursday 20th June at our office in London. We will reimburse travel expenses and pay a contribution towards your time.
We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates for this opportunity as they are currently under-represented at this level in our organisation, and across the climate sector.
Please let us know if you have accessibility needs and/or require reasonable adjustments.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks will be carried out for the successful candidate.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Title: A level Group Tutor Contractor (across various subjects)
Salary: £35 per tutorial
Reporting to: Group Tuition Manager
Contract: 1 year with the option to renew at end of 2024/2025 academic year
Job Location: UK based (online)
Interview Date: Interviews conducted on a rolling basis from Monday 22nd April 2024
Start Date: October 2024 (with training from August 2024)
About the Role
Are you an experienced A level tutor? Can you support under-resourced young people to reach their full academic potential?
We are looking for passionate and qualified A level tutors to deliver high quality small group tuition to our cohort of over 800 students. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced tutors with a love of learning to work with bright students whilst earning a competitive market rate for their tuition expertise. Tutorials are delivered online in groups of 2-4 students via our bespoke online platform.
Tutors should be able to commit to a minimum of three hours per week, between the hours of 4pm and 8pm on a weekday, to tutor The Access Project students.
We are looking for A Level tutors in these subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Further Maths, Geography, Maths, Physics, Politics, Psychology and Sociology.
We are particularly interested in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics applicants.
Please See Our Frequently Asked Questions and find out more about our Candidate Coffee Chats here.
About the Organisation
We believe that every young person should have the opportunity to fulfil their potential and make the most of their education. We are passionate about reducing the educational barriers our students face, helping them to pursue a career in their chosen field and follow their dreams.
Our mission is to support students from under-resourced backgrounds to access top universities, through a unique combination of tuition and in-school mentoring. We work with them to make good applications, get the grades and transition to university.
The programme combats educational inequality and improves social mobility by raising students’ grades and supporting them to understand the pathway to a top university. Students who receive support from our programme are almost twice as likely to attend top universities as statistically similar students, according to UCAS.
Why Work at The Access Project
People who work at The Access Project are motivated by the desire to create a fairer society. We all play an active part in achieving the mission to help students from under-resourced backgrounds access top universities.
In the last year we engaged with staff across our organisation and co-created an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion vision and strategic objectives. Our work on this will develop throughout 2023 to ensure The Access Project can foster an equitable place to work.
We value every individual who works at The Access Project, and we have a wide range of benefits that make this a rewarding place to work. In our last staff engagement survey, 90% said they are proud to tell people they work at The Access Project.
Our Values
Empowerment
We support students and our people to develop the skills and knowledge to accomplish their goals.
Courage
We encourage our students and our people to be authentic, innovative, and ambitious in order to reach their full potential and deliver our mission.
Impact
We evolve our programmes through an evidence-led approach, supporting our students to achieve their best outcomes.
Inclusion
We respect and value individuality and engage diverse voices to achieve our mission.
Ownership
We hold ourselves accountable in all our actions and efforts. We ask, “What can I do to improve my results?”
Tutor Responsibilities
- Adhere to the charity’s safeguarding policies, including undertaking an Enhanced DBS check
- Schedule tutorials with your tutor groups
- Responsively plan and deliver stimulating, high-quality tuition in line with our Tuition Quality Framework
- Deliver weekly hour-long tutorials via The Access Project’s online platform
- Complete weekly attendance forms
- Provide feedback on student progress
- Supply monthly invoices
- Take part in our observation and feedback process
Person Specification
- UK based with the right to work in the UK
- Passionate about The Access Project’s mission
- A level teaching and/or extensive tutoring experience (minimum of two years) in a group setting
- Positive, engaging and flexible teaching style
- Familiarity with and strong knowledge of relevant exam boards and specifications
- Achieved a minimum of Grade B at GCSE in Maths, English and Science
- Evidence of ability to tutor one of the following subjects to A Level standard: Biology, Chemistry, Economics, English, French, Further Maths, Geography, History, Maths, Physics, Politics, Psychology, Sociology and Spanish.
- Ability to commit to weekly hour-long tutorials at the same time each week over the academic year
Why Tutor With The Access Project?
- You’ll have the opportunity to have an impact on the lives of talented young people across the UK, supporting them to achieve their potential
- Tutor flexibly around your commitments and supplement your income with our competitive pay rate
Application Process
Please click on Apply to apply for this vacancy and answer the application form questions. Please also submit your up-to-date CV.
Safeguarding Statement
The Access Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Equal Opportunities Statement
The Access Project is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. We are working towards improvements with equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging.
Disclosure of a Criminal Record
The Rehabilitation of Offenders 1974 (Exceptions) (Amendment) Order 1986 applies to posts where there is access to children. This means that applicants for employment that involves working with children and young people must disclose anything listed in their criminal record, with the exception of protected cautions and convictions. All Disclosures are carried out in the strictest confidence and are made only in connection with your application for employment and for no other purpose.The application for a DBS check at a level appropriate to the job role will be activated before your first day of work. Members of staff who are not eligible for a standard or enhanced DBS check are required to undertake a basic DBS check only in line with legal requirements. If you are selected for appointment to the role, you will be subject to this procedure.
Present or Most Recent Employment
It is important to give full information, including the organisation you work in, or most recent employment if not currently working, full dates, address, and explanation of any gaps in employment.
References
All appointments are subject to verification of employment and suitability of the candidate for the post applied for. We reserve the right to approach any previous employer for a reference and to verify their identity but will request your permission before doing so. If you have experience of working with children, please include this as one of your references.
Education, Qualifications and Training:
- Ensure you give all the information requested, including dates, establishment where you studied and make clear the level of any examinations e.g., GCSE, GCE 'O' Level or 'A' Level or equivalents etc. and the grades you obtained. Also include any skills training you have had. You will be required to produce original documentary evidence of any qualifications relevant to the job, and these will be detailed on the person specification.
- Proof of qualification is required before the appointment is confirmed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Affiliate Fundraising Training Consultant (Part-Time)
Summary
The Wikimedia Foundation is the non-profit organization that operates Wikipedia – one of the most popular websites in the world, viewed 15 billion times every month. It is the only non-profit in the top 10 most visited global websites, supported by a community of millions of individual donors around the world. Alongside the Wikimedia Foundation, our movement is composed of affiliate organizations, independent organizations established to support volunteers in a specific language, region or topic. Affiliates are funded by the Wikimedia Foundation, and some in independent fundraising to support their activities.
The Wikimedia Foundation seeks a Fundraising Training Consultant to work with Wikimedia affiliates to grow and develop their fundraising processes and capacity. In this one-year, 30 hour/week contract role (with potential option for renewal) you will be responsible for working with affiliates to understand their fundraising needs and challenges, and to provide them strategic guidance and support as they put in place necessary structures and processes that will aid their fundraising efforts. This role will focus on building the capacity of affiliates to raise funds from a variety of new-to-the-movement donors, including government, multinational and multilateral funding opportunities, and local high networth individuals, as well as advising on systems and structures (e.g. Board composition) for strategic fundraising.
With affiliates located around the globe, the person in this role will need to be skilled in relationship management and cross-cultural communication. This role involves close collaboration with affiliate fundraisers and leadership. You will report to the Major Gifts Stewardship Manager (Fundraising) and work closely with the Vice President of Community Growth. This is a one-year contract and remote role that offers flexible scheduling with a commitment of 30 hours per week.
As a result of your efforts, our affiliate partners will be better equipped to engage in independent fundraising.
Learn more about Wikimedia Foundation fundraising by reading our annual fundraising reports.
You are responsible for:
- Training: Provide learning opportunities for affiliate staff to build their skills around mid-level and major gift fundraising.
- Coaching and Advising: Advise on developing strategies to maximize fundraising potential and impact, including grant writing, event fundraising, other fundraising methods and donor stewardship.
- Strategic Support: Provide strategic advice to individual affiliates on board development. As appropriate, advise affiliates on the creation of additional fit-for-purpose systems and frameworks enable independent fundraising and foster long-term sustainability.
- Peer Sharing Facilitation: With the Lead Community Relations Specialist, organize and facilitate fundraising peer forums to encourage collaboration, sharing of best practices, and mutual support among affiliates.
- Liaising and Coordination: Act as a liaison between affiliate fundraising arms, fostering communication, collaboration, and alignment of fundraising efforts.
Skills and Experience
- Experience teaching and/or training nonprofit organizations on fundraising best practices, grant writing, and donor stewardship.
- Experience in a wide variety of fundraising techniques appropriate for non-US markets, including European government fundraising, Trusts and Foundations, Major Gifts, and Corporate Fundraising, preferably in a consulting or advisory capacity
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Familiarity with best practices around donor data security.
- Commitment to the mission and values of the Wikimedia Foundation.
Additionally we’d love it if you have:
- Experience working in a distributed team
- Experience working with volunteer-led non-profit organizations
- Experience collaborating with affiliate partners of larger organizations
- A track record of receiving funding from the European Union
Here’s a few things that will set you apart:
- Global perspective, with experience living or working internationally
About the Wikimedia Foundation
The Wikimedia Foundation is the nonprofit organization that operates Wikipedia and the other Wikimedia free knowledge projects. Our vision is a world in which every single human can freely share in the sum of all knowledge. We believe that everyone has the potential to contribute something to our shared knowledge, and that everyone should be able to access that knowledge freely. We host Wikipedia and the Wikimedia projects, build software experiences for reading, contributing, and sharing Wikimedia content, support the volunteer communities and partners who make Wikimedia possible, and advocate for policies that enable Wikimedia and free knowledge to thrive.
The Wikimedia Foundation is a charitable, not-for-profit organization that relies on donations. We receive donations from millions of individuals around the world, with an average donation of about $15. We also receive donations through institutional grants and gifts. The Wikimedia Foundation is a United States 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization with offices in San Francisco, California, USA.
As an equal opportunity employer, the Wikimedia Foundation values having a diverse workforce and continuously strives to maintain an inclusive and equitable workplace. We encourage people with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate against any person based upon their race, traits historically associated with race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy or related medical conditions, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.
The Wikimedia Foundation is a remote-first organization with staff members including contractors based 40+ countries*. Salaries at the Wikimedia Foundation are set in a way that is competitive, equitable, and consistent with our values and culture. The anticipated annual pay range of this position for applicants based within the United States is US$52/hour to US$79/hour with multiple individualized factors, including cost of living in the location, being the determinants of the offered pay. For applicants located outside of the US, the pay range will be adjusted to the country of hire. We neither ask for nor take into consideration the salary history of applicants. The compensation for a successful applicant will be based on their skills, experience and location.
*Please note that we are currently able to hire in the following countries: Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Kenya, Mexico, Netherlands, Nigeria, Peru, Poland, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America and Uruguay. Our non-US employees are hired through a local third party Employer of Record (EOR).
We periodically review this list to streamline to ensure alignment with our hiring requirements.
All applicants can reach out to their recruiter to understand more about the specific pay range for their location during the interview process.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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NOTE:
We are only able to accept applications from UK based candidates at present. Please provide a cover letter, your current notice period, and a link to your portfolio or examples of work if available.
Job Title: Junior Graphic Designer
Hours: Full Time – 35 hours per week
Reports to: Designer
Salary: £25–28K (dependent on experience)
This is your chance to join a national charity committed to improving the outcomes of all children by advocating for and telling the stories of parents and parent volunteers. Parentkind has begun an exciting new chapter delivering new products and campaigns, and we are looking for high-performing team players to join our fun and friendly marketing team.
Main purpose and scope of the role:
To support and work in collaboration with our lead designer at Parentkind to:
- Develop, implement and maintain a new brand for Parentkind
- Create best-in-class design of print and digital assets, including magazines, guides, videos, website, campaign and social media assets
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders providing creative and innovative design support for Parentkind projects
Duties and key responsibilities:
Under the guidance of the Lead Designer at Parentkind
1.Design:
- Champion the Parentkind brand across all designed assets and activities to ensure brand integrity and consistency
- Design assets which will include but are not limited to; print and digital magazines, guides, social assets, email designs, web assets, video content and PowerPoint templates
- Contribute creatively to large campaigns and activities ensuring that we are delivering best in-class and impactful design, that effectively represents and promotes our vision
- Conduct thorough quality checks on deliverables to ensure accuracy
2.Project management:
- Lead on the delivery of design activity such as guides, social and email campaigns, ensuring that design work is delivered to time and allows for revisions, sign-off and launch deadlines
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively
- Assist in managing and organising design assets, including image libraries, templates and project files
3.Collaboration:
- Work with the lead designer at Parentkind to support on projects, refine design outputs and deliver work within the Parentkind brand and to deadlines
- Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that design work meets the objectives of the relevant projects and is done so within the Parentkind brand
4.Continuous learning:
- Work with others across the organisation as well as independently to understand our key audiences so that the work delivered is audience-focussed
- Stay informed of the latest design trends, technologies and best practises so that Parentkind’s work is forward-thinking and impactful
General Responsibilities
- To ensure Data Protection procedures are followed at all times
- To keep abreast of relevant educational policy and legislation affecting our key audiences
- To be flexible within the remit of the post
- To undertake other duties as reasonably requested
- To be self-servicing
- To attend and participate in Parentkind’s performance, development and training programmes.
- To abide by organisational policies, codes of conduct and practices.
- To be responsible for the health, safety, welfare of self, other members of staff and visitors.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You will have a comprehensive knowledge of Quaker History, the ability to review it through various historical and contemporary lenses, and the skills to coordinate programmes that inspire, inform, educate, and illuminate the relevance of Quaker History to Quaker practice today.
You will coordinate and develop the programmes, deliver teaching, work with associate tutors to deliver teaching, and oversee the development of digital and print resources to support these courses.
This is an exciting and newly created role that focuses solely on Quaker History and provides the opportunity to contribute to our expanding vision to reach a global audience with new and innovative opportunities for learning.
Hours: 21 hours per week with a flexible working pattern
Salary: £20,490 (£34,151 pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Homebased with travel within the United Kingdom
Closing Date: 5pm Monday 24 June
Interviews: TBC
Woodbrooke is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and expects all its staff and volunteers to share and uphold this commitment.
Woodbrooke has a commitment to equality, and we encourage and welcome applications for posts from all sections of society. We would like to receive applications from people who uphold Quaker values, whether or not they are Quakers.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
About the role
Alzheimer’s Society’s Safeguarding and Quality team are looking for a Senior Quality Safeguarding Officer who will provide expert safeguarding advice, audit and quality assurance support in relation to safeguarding across Alzheimer’s Society, enabling our people to provide excellent, safe services to people affected by dementia. Working in a team of Quality Safeguarding Officers, the senior officer will take a leading role in holding and managing more complex caseload, providing support and expert advice to the team and deputising for the manager as required.
Senior Quality Safeguarding Officers will be safeguarding specialists with a strong knowledge base and competency in managing complex environments related to safeguarding in practice. They will be skilled in the development, delivery and implementation of quality assurance functions to ensure that safeguarding is of the highest quality. They will support teams delivering activities which support the Society’s understanding of the quality of the services it delivers to people affected by dementia to support in the delivery of excellence.
About you
This is an excellent opportunity to gain significant safeguarding experience, enhance safeguarding knowledge and learn new skills that can be used for career progression.
You will have:
- Experience of working within a safeguarding framework, an understanding of safeguarding and associated legislation including the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006, and an ability to relate them to practice.
- Experience of designing and delivering high quality, tailored safeguarding learning products and programmes, preferably within a health, social care, or charity setting.
- Strong networking and influencing skills, interpersonal presentation, promotion and communication skills.
- Confidence working on your own initiative as well as part of a geographically dispersed team.
- Encourages positivity and takes a solution-focussed, proactive and strength-based approach.
Closing date: 11th June 2024.
Interview date: To be confirmed – Virtual interview via Zoom/Microsoft Teams.
About Alzheimer's Society
At Alzheimer's Society, we believe passionately that life doesn't end when dementia begins. We are here for anyone affected by dementia, and we do everything we can to keep people with dementia connected to their lives and the people who matter most.
Everything we do is shaped by people affected by dementia. Their knowledge and experience are critical to bringing about real-world solutions. From choosing the most promising research through to telling their stories to raise awareness; they are the heart of this organisation.
Our Values
We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.
Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.
Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.
Equal Opportunities
We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.
We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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We’re looking for a Drupal Developer who wants to create technical solutions for our wonderful nonprofit clients.
Who are you?
You’ll be an experienced backend developer with confident programming skills. PHP and Drupal will be your primary tools, but your passion for technology will mean that you keep in touch with modern techniques, platforms and frameworks.
We’re looking for team members that specifically want to work with nonprofits, so experience working for purpose-led organisations would be of great benefit to your application - even if that's as a volunteer. We’re also keen to work with individuals that enjoy a fast-paced agency environment.
As we are a fully remote team, you’ll be self-motivated and have strong prioritisation and time-management skills. We’ll help you manage your workload, but you’ll need to be able to communicate effectively to keep your colleagues up to date.
Essential capabilities:
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Drupal, with a deep understanding of the framework and how to extend it with custom and contributed modules. You’ll know how to write performant code and how to leverage built in caching mechanisms.
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PHP with a deep understanding of object oriented programming principles.
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Experience working with APIs to consume and post data.
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Comfortable writing and working with SQL.
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Git version control and understanding common branching methodologies.
Other skills we are looking for:
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Tooling:
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Composer for managing Drupal projects
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Drush
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DDEV for local development
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Understanding of Docker
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Solr Search Integrations.
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Migrating content from a variety of sources
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Understanding of the upgrade process from Drupal 7 to Drupal 10
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Implemented OAuth and other authentication systems.
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Experience using Platform.sh.
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Automated testing.
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Cloudflare.
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Good understanding of HTML, CSS & JavaScript fundamentals.
Who are Bliss?
Bliss is a digital agency that helps organisations to make the world a better place.
We do this by providing strategy, development and support services to charities and nonprofits, to help them achieve their purpose and meet their objectives.
We were founded in Manchester in 2010, but have been fully remote since 2020 and now have colleagues across the UK and beyond.
Bliss is a certified B Corp™ and Social Enterprise - we’re counted among businesses that are leading a global movement for an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy. We are also certified employers with Disability Confident and the Living Wage Foundation.
Bliss is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, sexuality, belief or disability.
Location
Bliss is a fully remote/distributed business, with no central office. You’ll therefore need a comfortable and productive home workspace.
Despite this, we understand the importance and benefits of face-to-face contact, and enable this in several ways. This includes optional quarterly meetups, weekly all-company video calls, and paid access to coworking space.
Values
At Bliss, personal values are as important as experience and skills. If you’re not a good fit for our agency, you won’t enjoy your job, and that’s not good for anyone.
Be Good
We look after each other, the planet, and all humankind.
We’re not selfless, but will choose to do the right thing above all else.
Be Open
We are honest and transparent with our colleagues and clients.
We hope to create friendships from work relationships, gaining trust and respect.
Be Harmonious
We work to the same goals even if we don’t agree individually.
We value collective success as much as we do personal victories.
Benefits
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Flexitime - organise your work around your life.
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Healthcare scheme, including counselling, dental and opticians.
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Accident and accidental death benefit.
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Profit-related bonus.
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Buy / sell holiday scheme.
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Individual annual training budget, plus additional budget for group activities.
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Fully paid quarterly social meetups.
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Holiday loyalty scheme - earn up to 30 holidays per year.
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5% matched contributions on your pension.
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Tax-free working from home allowance to help with energy bills.
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Employee purchase scheme, to help you buy office furniture, headphones and laptop bags.
Some benefits are only available after probation, and can be withdrawn or amended in the future to ensure they are providing value for the team and business. Generally though, we’ll be looking to add and improve these over time.
Bliss is a digital agency that helps organisations to make the world a better place.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you someone that loves getting out there and meeting people? Are you an ambitious corporate fundraiser with experience of driving new business? If so then we would love to hear from you.
About the Role
Building upon recent successes in the Corporate team, this role will be integral to driving the new business pipeline, building relationships with potential partners and inspiring their long term financial commitment to St John to support our programmes including our fantastic work with young people and our community first aid response work. Working in an ambitious and supportive team this role provides an opportunity to have real impact and visibility across the organisation.
If you are as comfortable picking up the phone and building new relationships as you are to providing thoughtful stewardship to current partners, this role could be for you.
Please see the job description for more detail (this can be viewed on our website or once you click apply)
About You
You will have proven experience of corporate fundraising, successfully securing corporate income and maintaining excellent relationships with donors, as well as, experience in the corporate partnerships landscape having successfully secured funds from identification, to application and pitching stage. You will have a team focused outlook with the ability to positively contribute to the work of the wider fundraising team and the organisation as a whole to achieve goals.
About Us
St John Ambulance works at the heart of communities, providing first aid, keeping people safe at events and working alongside the NHS in response to 999 calls.
Every year, hundreds of thousands of people learn how to save a life through our training, education and youth programmes.
Over the next decade, we have bold ambitions to help transform out-of-hospital care, having a positive impact on the people we treat and the communities we serve.
We are a team of 1,600 employees and 18,000 volunteers, united by our goal of saving lives through first aid.
You will receive:
- Competitive salary & pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Health and Wellbeing portal - access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts – you’ll have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym memberships, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping.
Interview Date: TBC
Application Review Date: 18/06/2024
We may review applications before the Application Review Date, however, if you apply after the Application Review Date, your application may not be considered. We will accept applications until we have successfully filled the role.
If you are a current St John Ambulance employee, please apply here: Click here
For all other candidates, or SJA volunteers wishing to apply, please apply below.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our team and making sure we best reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, so are particularly interested in applications from women, trans and non-binary people, as well as those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and those with different accessibility needs.
Please note: St John does not accept speculative CVs and will only review CVs sent in application for an advertised vacancy.
Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the services of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only. Any speculative CVs submitted without invitation will not be considered