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We exist to fund research into beating blood cancer. In the past 60 years, we’ve invested more than £500 million into blood cancer research which has led to improved treatments and saved lives. Everything we do in the next five years will be based on a single aim – to stop people dying of blood cancer or the side effects of its treatments. We want to put people affected by blood cancer at the centre of everything we do.
As Research Involvement Lead, you’ll be responsible for leading a programme of patient and public involvement in research, a core component of our charity wide involvement strategy.
This role will ensure that our research strategy and funding programme is shaped by the priorities and needs of people affected by blood cancer. You’ll review and refine our processes to ensure they are in line with sector best practice and that they meet the needs of our community of people affected by blood cancer. You’ll further embed effective and meaningful involvement at all stages of the research cycle at Blood Cancer UK.
You’ll also work to support the involvement of people affected by blood cancer in external research and strategic projects across the UK. You will ensure that the research we and others fund is patient focussed and has the potential to accelerate progress and deliver the maximum impact for the communities we support.
Part time applications (minimum 28 hours a week) will be considered for the right candidate, please specify whether you wish to work full time or part time in your cover letter.
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Citizens Advice Eastleigh are delighted to be the recent recipients of 5 years of National Lottery Reaching Communities funding to help us future-proof our service and develop sustainably to meet the needs of our community.
We’re seeking a dynamic, engaging person to help us develop and deliver on our volunteer support offer and be a key part of our mission to help as many people as we can. It’s a huge opportunity to help us develop and deliver our volunteer recruitment, training and support processes so that we can help as many people as possible.
Could this be you?
We are seeking someone with a minimum of 2 years experience of Citizens Advice or a similar advice giving organisation and who has experience of supporting volunteers or other workers to advise the public. This post would suit an existing Advice Session Supervisor, trainer or an experienced generalist adviser who is seeking to progress.
In return we can offer a bustling, hard-working environment, ongoing development, free parking, an employee support scheme, 6% employer pension contribution, 25 day's leave (plus bank holidays) and a valued place in a charity where 100% of our team would recommend it as a place to work or volunteer.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Every 6 minutes someone learns that they are losing their sight. Every five hours, a baby is born with sight problems. In these moments, two profound questions emerge:
• Can this be stopped?
• How do I (or my child) live this life?
The merger of Fight for Sight and Vision Foundation on 1st April 2023 will enable us to address both questions. By combining our strengths and expertise we’ll be the only significant national funder with the efficiency, capability, and capacity to increase investment in medical research and social improvement. Together we can mitigate both the prevalence and impact of sight loss.
We have a clear ambition, led by our CEO, Keith Valentine, who has valuable lived experience of sight loss. This ambition includes retail growth plans and an income generation strategy to open more shops over the next 5 years. We currently operate 11 shops selling donated goods, including an online eBay shop.
We are now looking for experienced, committed, and creative individuals to join our dynamic team as we devise and launch a new five-year strategy. You’ll be part of something impactful, we’d love to hear from you.
The East Sheen Shop Manager will play a crucial role in the future growth of our newly merged charity and the impact that we can achieve through partnership for people with sight loss.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
Responsible to
Area Manager
Direct reports
Immediately responsible for recruiting and developing a team of dedicated volunteers. In due course the role and responsibilities may grow in line with organisational growth and priorities.
Working hours and contract
Permanent, full-time
Salary
£26,750, plus OTE Bonus
Location
East Sheen
Role Responsibilities:
Purpose of Job
· To coach, lead and manage a team of volunteers
· Drive sales performance to exceed targets, maximising cost efficiency
· Maximise shop profits through delivery of the retail strategy, including income, gift aid donor sign up and conversion, donations and other income generators.
· To achieve compliance with relevant regulation e.g., health and safety and safeguarding, whilst adhering to all policies and procedures
· To promote strong relations within the local community to enhance the profile and good name of the charity
Main Responsibilities
· To deliver shop income plan
· To achieve gift aid income objectives, donor sign up and conversion. Improving processes to deliver maximum value, coaching colleagues to success
· To support and manage volunteer pricing to ensure items are processed in line with policies and procedures, recognising and thanking the team for their contribution
· To develop a culture of ownership and follow up within own team and volunteers
· To adhere to safe, legal & secure requirements and standards for the shop, both front and back of house
· To induct, train and coach new colleagues, as evidenced through induction paperwork and development plans
· To role model and promote effective team communication, celebrating success and sharing best practice
· To liaise closely with the Warehouse Manager, Area Support and Volunteer Manager and Area Manager
· To role model exceptional customer service to supporters and donors, providing feedback in a timely manner
· To ensure the highest standards of customer care and service are demonstrated by self, line reports and volunteers
· Promote, monitor and act on internal and external customer feedback
· To evidence effective local networking to generate donations and volunteer engagement, including local business and other stakeholders
· To monitor and check security of stock and debrief variances with the Area Manager
· To proactively assess own development needs and seek out development opportunities to enhance contribution to Retail objectives and operations
· To take ownership of good housekeeping for all areas of responsibility
· To accept responsibility and carry out any other task commensurate to the role
Person specification:
Skills, knowledge & experience
Sales and Profit
· Monitor and be accountable for sales and category performance, as well as ensure that the team are aware of and engaged in the shop’s financial performance
· Foster a creative and entrepreneurial shop environment where team members seek to maximise income in new and innovative ways both within the shop and through a variety of channels, such as community events
· Manage the team to maximise income from Gift Aid on donated products
· Ensure that all of Vision Foundation financial procedures are adhered to and executed in a timely fashion by the shop team
Shop Floor
· Ensure sourcing sufficient levels of donated stock locally in collaboration with the shop team
· Establish efficient and commercially successful stock processing systems (such as pricing, quality standards, consumer safety, stock density and culling stock), including backroom systems and ensure these are adhered to by the volunteer team. Ensure that all legal and Vision Foundation internal regulations regarding donated stock are adhered to
· Inspire the team to provide a great customer and donor experience, which enables The Vision Foundation to attract new supporters every day. Ensure that feedback, including complaints are escalated to the Area Manager within the agreed timeframes
· Empower the team to create original, appropriate and commercially successful visual merchandising displays, including shop windows
· Make sure that all procedures for the sale of new products are followed by the volunteer team (if applicable)
· Work with the Area Manager to ensure our shops are in good condition, maximise their potential and are fit for purpose
· Provide a safe and healthy working environment and ensure that all team members are aware of and operate within Vision Foundation’s health and safety policies and procedures, including waste management and customer safety
Leadership - Volunteers
· Recruit, induct, and retain an inclusive and diverse volunteer team, which is large enough in numbers and capable to maximise the shop’s income and profitability and guarantee the smooth running of the shop.
· Maintain an empowered, well trained, motivated and engaged volunteer team with excellent levels of communication at team and individual level.
· Connect the volunteer team with Vision Foundation’s work and help them to understand the value of their contribution
Leadership - Paid Staff
· Recruit, induct, and retain an inclusive and diverse volunteer team, which is large enough in numbers and capable to maximise the shop’s income and profitability and guarantee the smooth running of the shop.
· Maintain an empowered, well trained, motivated and engaged volunteer team with excellent levels of communication at team and individual level.
· Connect the volunteer team with Vision Foundation’s work and help them to understand the value of their contribution.
Management - being part of Vision Foundation
· Play active part in the charity, including attending and contributing to all-staff meetings
· Play a key role in enabling the shop to represent Vision Foundation and increase the knowledge of the local community about our mission and work
· Be accountable for the integration of the shop into the local community in collaboration with the shop team
· Empower the team to respond to all appeals and fundraising opportunities.
· Adhere to and enforce Vision Foundation’s safeguarding policies.
Other
· Required to adhere to Vision Foundation’s vision, mission and values
· Understanding of and commitment to adhere to equality, diversity, and staff health and wellbeing principles
Personal qualities
· The ability to work under pressure whilst remaining calm and organised
· To be receptive to change and to act as a change agent
· The ability to maintain excellent rapport with staff, volunteers, supporters, and donors
· To demonstrate a calm and logical approach to problem solving
· To consistently demonstrate a dedicated approach to the quality of customer service and team working.
· Comfortable working in a small team both strategically and operationally
· Commitment to teamwork, business partnering and a collegiate approach – with a ‘can do’ attitude and a sense of humour.
· Able to provide positive, dynamic, tenacious and flexible leadership at all times.
· Results-driven, able to measure and quantify own outcomes.
· Adaptable to changing landscape and evolving organisation.
· Willing and able to operate at pace in an organisation going through rapid change, using your initiative and delivering to tight deadlines
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Highly organised with ability to plan effectively and allocate resources appropriately.
· An understanding of and commitment to London’s blind and partially sighted people.
Flexibility
· The role description is a general outline of duties and responsibilities and may be amended as the newly merged charity develops and the role grows. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.
When writing job applications, we want to see if candidates are the right fit for our charity, so they should be written using your own words. Use of Artificial Intelligence, such as Chat GPT, is considered plagiarism, and applications drafted with the assistance of AI will be automatically rejected.
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Work with us and help make a difference!
At Harrogate Homeless Project our vision is that nobody in the Harrogate District has to sleep rough. Each year we help hundreds of people experiencing homelessness to get the support they needto build confidence and move towards independent living.
Harrogate Homeless Project is seeking to recruit a Volunteer Coordinator to join the Fundraising and Marketing team.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the growth and development of Volunteering within the organisation. Working with the Fundraising and Marketing Manager, the position will look to develop opportunities for increasing income across fundraising and recruiting volunteers for all areas of HHP activities.
The post holder will be responsible for the recruitment, induction and training of all new volunteers to HHP, and providing ongoing support to staff on volunteer processes.
You will have a positive approach to volunteers and have an empathetic and friendly nature. If you enjoy working with volunteers and have a passion for making a difference to homelessness in Harrogate, then we would love to hear from you.
Reporting to: Fundraising and Marketing Manager
Hours: 24 hours per week, 9am-5pm
Closing Date: 19th May 2024
The Role
This role will work with HHP’s Management Team to develop opportunities for all areas within the Charity. Regular activities will include, developing recruitment campaigns to promote volunteering with HHP, ensuring all volunteers receive an induction and appropriate training, and identifying specific skills volunteers have developed and matching these to suitable volunteer opportunities to maximise the benefits for HHP and the volunteer.
There will be a particular focus on fundraising within this role, working closely with the Fundraising and Marketing Manager to actively build relationships with local businesses and organisations. Focusing in particular on promoting corporate volunteering and maximizing all support to help identify any potential fundraising opportunities for the Charity.
General responsibilities
Ø Liaise closely with all departmental heads to identify potential volunteer opportunities.
Ø Recruitment of all new volunteers to HHP through a variety of methods.
Ø Overseeing the training and induction to include all external volunteers have a current DBS check.
Ø Record supporter/volunteer details on the database.
Ø Ensure storage of personal information is complaint with current regulations.
Ø Provide a monthly report showing recruitment activities including induction, training and hours of volunteering.
Ø Obtain feedback from volunteers and/or employers on the volunteer experience and use the feedback to improve the volunteer/supporter journey.
Ø Build relationships with local corporate organisations to promote volunteering opportunities and recruit volunteers.
Ø Be responsible for all corporate volunteers through the entire volunteer cycle.
Ø Identify potential fundraising opportunities to be discussed with the Fundraising and Marketing Manager.
Ø Develop, maintain and update as required a ‘Volunteer Presentation’ which can be used to support volunteer recruitment activities in corporate organisations.
Ø Work with external organisations to identify volunteering/development opportunities.
Ø Match specific skills that volunteers have developed to suitable volunteer opportunities.
Ø Attend courses and conferences and seek to gain any necessary qualifications, which are relevant to the work and as, approved by the Fundraising and Marketing Manager.
The tasks and responsibilities listed above are not exhaustive and maybe amended according to the needs of the Charity. The Volunteer Coordinator is expected to work flexibly in responding to external and internal initiatives to support the needs of the Charity.
Person Specification:
Essential Charity Wide:
· DBS Cleared
· Safeguarding training
· Flexible attitude towards working arrangements
· Professional attitude and approach
Essential Job Role Specific:
· Ability to motivate staff and volunteers
· Ability to work across boundaries with an open and positive attitude
· Ability to represent HHP externally
· Ability to engage and build positive working relationships with local business organisations
· Flexible approach in responding to changing work demands
· Ability to communicate at all levels
· Good IT skills
· Professional and approachable personality
· Resilient and able to handle difficult situations
· Coaching skills
· Mentoring skills
Desirable:
· Experience of working with volunteers/or having been a volunteer would be an advantage
· Relevant professional qualification is an advantage
· Experience in working in the third sector is an advantage
· Commercial experience or an understanding of the commercial world would helpful
About Us:
Harrogate Homeless Project provides people experiencing homelessness with a safe place to stay and the support they need to build confidence and move towards independent living.
We offer a generous annual leave entitlement of 33 days (includes 8 public holidays) based on a full-time role at 37.5 hour week, an employer pension contribution of 3%, plus a Health Plan currently provided by Simply Health.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you passionate about the countryside and achieving positive social and environmental change? This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to the future of the countryside in the Garden of England.
CPRE, the Countryside Charity, was founded almost 100 years ago with the aims of the ‘conservation of what is beautiful and interesting in our countryside and towns and villages; and the encouragement of the right type of development’. Today these words are just as relevant as when they were written in the 1920s and we campaign for good planning, protection from inappropriate development and the enhancement of nature and accessibility in our green spaces.
CPRE Kent is an independent charity, federated with more than 40 CPRE county branches and the national CPRE organisation, giving us local, regional and national reach. The Director will work with our trustees, staff and network of volunteers to formulate local strategy, run local campaigns and liaise with national CPRE.
We are looking for an exceptional individual who can work with and motivate volunteers, take a strategic view on issues affecting Kent’s countryside and represent CPRE at County and National forums and via social, local and national media. The role also involves management of the staff team.
We are looking to fill a full-time post at a salary of circa £55k per annum. However, we would be prepared to consider appointing a 4-day-per-week post at a pro rata salary.
We’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace at CPRE as we believe that diverse workplaces can make better and more creative decisions. Whatever your background we welcome your application.
The Kent branch of CPRE, the Countryside Charity, promotes a thriving and valued countryside for the benefit of all.
Oldham Poverty Action Network Coordinator
The role
The post holder for this role will be responsible for co-ordinating the work of the Oldham Poverty Action Network and leading on bringing the Network members together, leading on the co-ordination of the key projects and programmes that tackle the root causes of Poverty in Oldham, ensuring that local people, community organisations and institutions can collaborate through the Network to achieve the Network’s shared vision. You will work closely with Oldham Local Motion who is a key funder of the Oldham Poverty Action Network.
The main things you will be asked to do in this role:
· To provide effective coordination of the work of Oldham Poverty Action Network and it’s associated programmes of work.
· To facilitate the Network’s meetings, creating the space for inclusive innovation through workshops and workstream meetings.
· To work alongside Network members to plan and deliver projects and programmes to tackle the root causes of poverty in Oldham.
· To engage stakeholders in the work of the Network and to ensure that the membership of the network is open and inclusive and reflects Oldham’s communities.
· To ensure that the work of Oldham Poverty Action Network is delivered in line with the aims and values set out by the Network and Local Motion and strives for excellence in coproduction and collaborative practice, including continuing to be driven by those with Lived Experience of Poverty.
· To actively connect with people, communities organisations and institutions in order to maximise the reach and impact of the Network.
· To ensure that the Oldham Poverty Action Network resources are spent in accordance with funding agreements, the budget and that all reporting, due diligence and learning requirements are met.
· To ensure the Network communicates it work effectively and we are able to share learning and impact with key stakeholders.
The ideal candidate for this role will be someone who…
· Is a skilled and experienced facilitator and programme manager.
· Is driven by social justice and addressing the root causes of systemic issues, especially relating to poverty.
· Is rooted in community and understands the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise Sector.
· Is a networker and can easily build strong, trusting relationships with people and organisations.
· Is a skilled influencer who can operate within partnerships and bring solutions.
· Is an excellent communicator and effective in producing reports and presentations to a wide variety of audiences.
Salary: £35,745- £38,223 per annum
NJC Grade: PO1 SP 27-30
Hours: 36 per week (Monday to Friday, with some evening and weekend work may be required)
Length of contract: 3 years with the possibility to extend.
Location: Hybrid working – Working at our office and in communities in Oldham, and working from home.
The closing date for applications is 09:00am on 31 May 2024
Interviews will be held on 18 June 2024 and will include a panel interview and task
Please note, the successful candidates will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure and barring Service (DBS) check. A positive Disclosure of Offences will not automatically bar an applicant from being appointed and suitable applicants will not be refused employment because of offences that are not relevant.
Action Together believes that a greater diversity of views, skills, and lived experience will help generate better ideas, and will lead to better decision making. We want to encourage applicants with a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. In particular, those with lived experience of racial inequity, disability, or poverty.
Action Together is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We expect all of our employees to demonstrate this commitment.
To strengthen the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise sector. To enable positive social change and promote social justice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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To start Mid-July:
About Be Free Campaign:
Be Free Campaign is a dynamic mental health charity dedicated to preventing and intervening early in young people's mental health issues. We deliver impactful mental health programmes to schools, community centres, and organisations, reaching and supporting as many young individuals as possible. We are run by young people, for young people.
Position Overview:
Be Free Campaign seeks a dedicated and experienced Operations Manager to play a crucial role in managing and expanding our outreach programmes specifically focused on young people's mental health. You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of these programmes, including delivery, volunteer recruitment, administrative tasks, contributing to fundraising efforts, and providing leadership and management.
We are looking for a versatile individual who:
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Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with diverse responsibilities.
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Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
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Demonstrates a strong understanding of young people's mental health needs and challenges.
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Is a creative thinker with a passion for mental health advocacy and social impact.
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Can work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
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Is committed to the mission and values of Be Free Campaign.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
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Provide operational leadership, manage performance, maintain service quality, monitor operations, and develop staff.
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Represent the Be Free Campaign at a senior level with external partners.
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Support and assist in the delivery of the strategic direction for the organisation.
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Help ensure the sustainability and viability of current and future operations.
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Work as part of the Senior Leadership Team to develop, grow, and sustain the Be Free Campaign.
Programme Management:
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Support the development and implementation of our young people's mental health programmes.
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Assist with research and evaluation of existing programmes, identifying opportunities for expansion and improvement.
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Contribute to the development of new and innovative initiatives specifically targeting young people's mental health needs.
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Ensure high-quality and impactful delivery of the Be Free Campaign's young people's mental health programme.
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Achieve set targets for programme delivery.
Volunteer Management:
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Develop and implement volunteer recruitment strategies focused on attracting individuals passionate about young people's mental health.
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Facilitate volunteer training and onboarding specific to our young people's programmes.
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Coordinate volunteer activities and ensure their effective integration into our programmes.
Communications and Marketing:
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Develop engaging content for various channels (social media, website, newsletters) specifically targeting young people and raising awareness about mental health.
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Assist with the creation of marketing materials and campaigns focused on young people's mental health.
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Support public awareness initiatives related to young people's mental health.
Fundraising:
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Assist with the development and implementation of fundraising strategies to secure financial resources for the young people's mental health programmes.
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Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors and grant-making bodies.
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Prepare grant proposals and reports.
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Assist with fundraising events and initiatives.
Impact Reporting:
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Compile and analyse data to create detailed impact reports for each young people's mental health programme delivered.
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Ensure accurate documentation and collection of evaluations and feedback from young participants.
Administrative Tasks:
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Undertake administrative duties necessary for the smooth operation of the young people's mental health programmes.
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Maintain accurate records, including programme schedules, volunteer details, and partnership information.
Qualifications and Skills:
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Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., psychology, social work, youth work) or equivalent work experience.
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Previous experience in programme management, preferably in a youth mental health or charity setting.
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Strong organisational and administrative skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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Demonstrated experience in volunteer management.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
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Passion for young people's mental health and a commitment to making a positive impact.
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Hours: 37.5 hours per week FT but part time will be considered
Location: Hybrid home and working across Citizens Advice Hounslow (CAH) sites in London Borough of Hounslow 60/40 or 50/50 depending on requirement
Citizens Advice Hounslow is a well-established charity operating in the London Borough of Hounslow, supporting over 10,000 clients a year. You will be part of our wonderful team of staff and volunteers committed to do their best for anyone in need of our help. To sustain our service, we now require a dedicated Training & Development Manager.
Job Purpose
- Lead training and development for all colleagues (Staff and Volunteers) and guide people through the Adviser Learning Programme (ALP)
- Drive our recruitment and retention strategy for volunteers
- Develop and deliver our Training and Development Plan
This pivotal role will be responsible for the selection, training and deployment of our volunteers across all service areas. A key focus will be to facilitate effective training pathways for paid staff and volunteers. You will be required to design and deliver group training sessions, and monitor trainee progress and development through structured training programmes.
For more information about the role, please download the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
We offer a range of employee benefits, including 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and days between Christmas and New Year, pension contribution, training and opportunities to continue your professional development, employee assistance programme.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send us your CV and Cover Letter (maximum two A4) showing how you meet the points in the Person Specification via the apply button
Please note: We are unable to respond to applicants who have not been shortlisted. We reserve the right to close this vacancy as soon it has been filled, therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.
We consider applications from all applicants who meet the person specification irrespective of sex, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief, age, or disability.
Please send us your CV and Cover Letter (maximum two A4) showing how you meet the points in the Person Specification
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Who we are:
We all want to know where we’re from, to solve the mysteries of our past, to connect with people whose lives lead to ours, to feel as they felt, and to wonder what we would have done in their place.
The Society of Genealogists is an educational charity founded in 1911, and is the custodian of an extensive and exciting collection of diverse historical and modern physical and digital records. We have a unique purpose: to help people discover their place in history. We preserve the records of everyday lives and make them available to anyone wanting to understand where they’ve come from - grassroots sources,rich data of unlikely origin, exceptional assets that capture the unfolding, unofficial history of us all.
Benefits:
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Opportunity to work with a warm and friendly team of volunteers and staff
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Twenty-five days of annual leave pro rata per annum, as well as Bank Holidays
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Contribution towards eyecare costs
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Access to member benefits of the Society of Genealogists
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Pension scheme
Location: Based at our Research Hub in the heart of London, 40 Wharf Road, N1 7GS The role requires on-site office work, although there is some flexibility for working from home.
Purpose:
You will be an integral part of our team, bringing together our professional staff with our immensely valuable and experienced volunteers. You will engage with our existing volunteer team, recruit new volunteers for various opportunities within the charity, and match people with volunteer activities as they arise, making sure that volunteers have fulfilling and purposeful projects to work on.
Key accountabilities:
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Maintain register of volunteers in Outlook and One Drive in compliance with GDPR
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Ensure that volunteers are engaged in meaningful duties directly related to the objectives of the Society
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Respond to requests from staff for volunteer engagement in particular activities (e.g. poll books indexing, library inventory, magazine content)
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Organise occasional Zoom training sessions for projects and maintain organic resources and procedures
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Liaise with proofreaders in the development and maintenance of indexing guidelines
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Allocate, distribute and collect project work and arrange proofreading
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Maintain volunteer page of our website and volunteer forms
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Supply brief text to magazine and newsletter to encourage volunteering
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Write and publish occasional articles for the website about particular categories of volunteer work
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Monitor and maintain volunteer forum
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Write and distribute volunteer e-newsletter
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Write text for newsletter about volunteer achievements and engagement
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Provide statistics and notes on volunteer achievements in the Dispatch e-newsletter
Background and experience:
Essential
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Good presentation and training skills
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Good time management and organisational skills
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Good multi-tasking skills with the ability to deal with and prioritise multiple requests.
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Personable, with the ability to form different relationships and demonstrated ability to enthuse others
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Preparedness to be flexible and a commitment to team work
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Knowledge of issues affecting volunteers
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Excellent computer skills; experience using dropbox and OneDrive
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Strength in problem solving and the ability to maximise limited resources
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Ability to resolve problems/issues tactfully and effectively
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Experience of volunteer coordination
Desirable
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Experience writing newsletters and reports.
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Experience working and updating forums
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Experience writing newsletters and reports
Please provide a cover letter outlining why your experience is suited to the role based on our Essential and Desirable experience outlined in the advert. Please give an example of each one where possible.
Percival are excited to be working exclusively with the Leybourne Grange Management Community Interest Company (LGM CIC) to help them appoint a new Facilities & Contracts Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an Estates & Property Management professional to join an amazing organisation, and to utilise their skillsets and experience and add value to the organisation.
The role
As the newly appointed Facilities & Contracts Manager you will be performing an interesting and broad role where the duties and responsibilities will include overseeing the day-to-day operational management of the community buildings, reviewing and negotiating contracts/leases and identifying revenue generating opportunities. This role will involve working a 4 day week out of their office and site based near West Malling in Kent, and you will have people management responsibility for two direct reports.
In this role you will provide leadership and management across a well managed and diverse estate and the residing community. You will be involved in the day-to-day management and administration of the LGM CIC and work with the Board to ensure that the forward plan is developed in a sustainable way.
The organisation
Leybourne Chase is a housing development of 733 homes set within stunning 140-acre grounds in West Malling, Kent and consists of a variety of outdoor spaces, parks and formal walled garden. Leybourne Grange Management Community Interest Company (LGM CIC) is a not-for-profit organisation that runs two community facilities, gathers lease income from various lessors on site and arrange community events and volunteering opportunities.
Your experience and skillsets will include :
They are looking for candidates with good experience working in facilities and contracts management either through a paid role or in a voluntary capacity.
- A minimum of 5 years experience working directly with residents in a Facilities Management or Contracts Management role, in either a work or voluntary capacity.
- Experience of planning, delivering and evaluating projects, activities and events
The salary offering for the successful candidate is £35,000 for a 4 day working week.
Both Percival Resourcing and our client value diversity and know how important it is for charities to fairly represent their beneficiaries, therefore we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
The team at Percival are committed to your journey as a candidate and will provide any necessary support throughout the application process. If you need any assistance or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the process, please don't hesitate to contact our Recruitment Director Adam on [email protected]
To apply, simply submit your CV. Should you meet the requirements, we will provide you with the full job description and arrange a call or meeting to provide further information about the next steps. Please note you may be required to complete a cover letter in order to submit a full application. To fully understand what we will do with your data, please review our policy
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Counselling Support and Development Manager
Responsible to: Head of Counselling
Location: Norwich and Great Yarmouth
Hours: 30 Hours Per Week
Salary: £33,000 per annum FTE (pro rata to 30 hours per week)
What are we looking for?
Sue Lambert Trust are looking for a resilient and experienced counsellor ready to take on the challenge of a leadership and management role within an organisation passionate about offering a kind, safe and supportive therapeutic service to survivors of sexual abuse and violence. In this role you would be responsible for the professional development of our team of counsellors as well as supporting both trainee and experienced counsellors in their work with us.
Background Information:
Sue Lambert Trust provides kind, safe, supportive help for people who have experienced sexual or domestic abuse at some point in their lives.
We provide free, specialist support that enables people to recover, heal and build resilience to face the future. Our support is organized around a three-phased trauma informed approach.
Phase One Groundwork is designed to support clients with practical issues as well as providing stabilisation in preparation for counselling. Around 200 clients per year access this service.
Phase Two Counselling is the core provision and is delivered by 50+ trained counsellor volunteers working with around 300 clients weekly.
Phase Three aims to build resilience and includes interventions such as self-help groups.
We are funded by the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioners Office, Ministry of Justice, National Lottery and several local and national Trusts and Foundations.
With the launch of a new strategy to guide us through to 2026 it is an opportune time to be joining an organization that is ambitious in its support for its clients.
Job Title:Counselling Support and Development Manager
Responsible to: Head of Counselling
Job purpose:
- To ensure that all counsellors and staff are provided with the skills and knowledge to deliver and develop Sue Lambert Trust services.
- To support the Head of Counselling to manage a team of staff and counsellors in delivering effective, safe and quality counselling and other appropriate therapeutic services.
- To support the Head of Counselling in the development of clinical services, and work collaboratively with the Service Support and Development Manager to implement Trauma Informed Practices (TIP)
- To support the Head of Counselling in creating a safeguarding culture throughout the organisation.
Main responsibilities:
Operational Delivery
1. To develop and lead a needs-based plan for the learning and development of the counselling team aligned with Sue Lambert Trust strategy.
2. To organise and manage trainee counsellor placements, working in partnership with counsellor training providers to support and develop trainees in their ongoing training.
3. To act as the Senior Counselling Lead for all trainee counsellors, undertaking case management monthly
4. To work collaboratively to develop and support the implementation of consistent working practices across our sites with a focus on our Great Yarmouth office.
5. To lead on the development and training of a dedicated team of EMDR practitioners.
6. To act as one of the designated safeguarding leads within the organisation, providing support to Senior Counselling Leads and counsellors
7. To deputise for the Head of Counselling as and when required
Service Delivery
1. To provide one to one counselling and other therapeutic services as appropriate in line with the policies and requirements of the organisation
2. To ensure a skilled clinical team can deliver initial assessments, review and top-up calls, effective allocations, and any other services as directed.
3. To line manage the Senior Counselling Leads based in Great Yarmouth
4. To lead on best practice in clinical service delivery as outlined by BACP guidelines and statutory and regulatory requirements throughout the organisation.
5. To liaise where necessary and appropriate with external supervisors to support counsellors and clients.
Service Development
1. To ensure the clinical team collect client outcome measures and experience of service feedback to inform the ongoing development of the organisation.
2. To lead on recruiting, interviewing, inducting, and training new volunteers and trainees
3. To lead on clinical development within the counselling management team working alongside the Service Support and Development Manager to ensure quality of policies and procedures is client centred and trauma aware.
4. To lead on the development of our services ensuring they are accessible to all our users, monitoring and implementing practices that reflect our ongoing commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
5. To champion developmental change in our service delivery and provide support and training to enable this
Other Duties
1. To maintain a physical presence across our offices, working to a flexible principle of a 60/40 split between Great Yarmouth (60%) and Norwich (40%)
2. To work within the policies and procedures of the organisation
3. To work to the principles of equality and diversity within all aspects of the organisation
4. To promote the work of Sue Lambert Trust to stakeholders as and where applicable
5. Any other duties as commensurate with the role
PERSON SPECIFICATION – Counselling Support and Development Manager
Qualifications:
1. Minimum Diploma level qualification in counselling
2. Minimum 450 hours clinically supervised counselling experience
3. Achieved or working towards BACP accreditation.
Skills/knowledge required:
1. Experience of planning and implementing a needs-based training and development programme for a team
2. Experience of working and understanding the needs of trainee’s and volunteers within a service
3. Experience of working in a client focussed multi disciplinary service
4. Experience of implementing quality standards and training across teams of staff, volunteers and trainees.
5. Experience of implementing and managing change
6. Current ongoing and proven counselling experience within an organisation
7. A deep understanding and empathy with people who have experienced trauma particularly in relation to sexual violence and abuse.
8. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with proven ability to communicate with a range of different people
9. Clear understanding of the person-centred counselling approach and/or EMDR or Somatic therapy, within the context of a person centred service.
10. Experience in working with other agencies and stakeholders
11. Experience of managing and implementing processes to collect and analyse evidence of the impact of services on clients e.g. outcome measures and experience of service questionnaires
Personal Attributes
1. Collaborative and enabling
2. Dynamic / solution focussed approach
3. Ability to work well within a team and across different disciplines and counselling modalities
4. Ability to work on own initiative and to lead diverse teams
5. Good negotiation skills
6. Ability to motivate and manage people, displaying clear leadership when and where required.
Other requirements:
1. Ability to work flexibly with occasional unsocial hours
2. Ability to commit to working across multiple venues
3. Full driving licence or ability to travel at alternative locations in the county (for which reasonable expenses will be paid)
4. To attend clinical supervision as required by BACP
Application process
To apply, please send an email (email address can be found on our website) including:
· an up-to-date CV
· a covering letter addressing all the requirements in the person specification
Closing date for applications is 9am Thursday 9th May.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Earlsfield Foodbank
At Earlsfield Foodbank, our mission is to create a profound and lasting impact on our community. We are an independent foodbank set up in 2013 and are part of the Independent Food Aid Network.
We are dedicated to providing essential support to those facing crisis, delivering foodbank sessions, offering wraparound services, and engaging our local community to promote our mission. In the next 12 months, we have ambitious plans to tackle some of the wider poverty indicators that lead people to need Foodbank support.
Earlsfield Foodbank is entering an exciting phase of development as we strive to make a positive impact in our community. As demand for the foodbank grows, we're looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join our team and be a catalyst for change.
Summary of Role
Work in collaboration with the Head of Service to manage and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Foodbank. You will manage and support a team of volunteers, leading by example to ensure the Foodbank operates smoothly and the continuity of delivery standards within the guidelines of EFB policies and procedures.
The ideal candidate will have experience of working or volunteering in a Foodbank. They will be a strong leader and be hard-working, organised, collaborative and confident. They must be passionate about tackling poverty, deprivation and injustice and have a non-judgemental and positive attitude towards people who require support.
If you feel you have the required passion, energy and enthusiasm to help us bring an end to poverty and hunger, then you’re on your way to becoming part of something that will make a real difference to people’s lives.
To apply for the role please submit a CV and one-page Cover Letter.
Deadline for applications is 5pm on Monday 27 May 2024. Depending on the number of applications received, we may bring the closing date forward. We therefore encourage early applications.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Meridian One Community Garden serves as a space where we focus on cultivating fruit, salad, and vegetable produce. We involve the local community by hosting weekly volunteer gardening sessions, welcoming school visits, and organising various community events.
TCV is seeking a Senior Project Officer with expertise in community engagement, event coordination, and managing community facilities. The garden, which was established one year ago, encompasses facilities such as an office, a community meeting/education room, toilets, and a spacious polytunnel.
The Senior Project Officer will oversee a range of tasks including planning and executing community events, maintaining site Health & Safety, leading volunteers in practical projects like building wooden planters, tending to garden plants, and ensuring timely completion of administrative duties such as procurement, risk assessments, social media updates, and task reporting. They will also lead activities for the under 5’s Nature Explorers group, school visits, themed evening events, and family weekends. Additionally, they'll organise corporate volunteering sessions and cover holiday shifts for the Green Gym gardening program. Previous events have included 'Pampering and Enrichment,' 'Repurpose, Recycle, Reinvent' workshops, and a Black Women in Conservation and Horticulture photo exhibition, as well as our weekend family events featuring free food, music, and arts and crafts activities.
This role involves being friendly and open to various people who visit, from the toddlers attending the Nature Explorers club, to our volunteer gardeners, to senior staff from the local authority. There are two other people working part-time at the garden, and TCV provides thorough training and support from a helpful local team.
Ideally, we’re looking for someone with experience of gardening and/or nature conservation. However, what’s equally important is that the Senior Project Officer has initiative, is welcoming, and comfortable working with a wide range people. We’d therefore welcome applications from candidates who can display those personable qualities, with perhaps experience of working in a community centre setting.
In Spring 2024, TCV will be taking on the management of an additional nearby meanwhile space. The new Senior Project Officer will join us at an exciting time when we begin to turn that space into a new community tree nursery. Working with local people to gather seeds from significant trees in the surrounding area, we aim to grow saplings which will go on to be distributed for planting around London.
Working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. Given the nature of the role the Senior Project Officer will need to work from the garden during these times. Occasionally, to avoid lone working in the absence of another colleague, there will be the opportunity to work from home. Weekend family events take place on Saturdays, four times a year and there are approximately six evening events which take place between April to September. This post holder would be expected to attend those evening and weekend events.
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during your application. If you would like to discuss your requirements further please contact the People Team. We also offer reasonable adjustments on the job.
* A full driving licence would be ideal, though not essential, as the post holder has use of a company vehicle.
* This post is subject to an enhanced CRC check due to the activities working with children and vulnerable adults.
We are The Conservation Volunteers.
Our vision is Healthier, Happier Communities for Everyone. We believe that green spaces are an essential part of healthy, happy communities.
Our mission is To Connect People and Green Spaces to Deliver Lasting Outcomes for Both.
The opportunity to connect to nature on your doorstep and contribute to its protection should be available to everyone.
The outcomes of our work:
· Environment: Green spaces are created, protected and improved, for nature and for people.
· Communities: Communities are stronger, working together to improve the places where people live and tackle the issues that matter to them.
· Health & Wellbeing: People improve their physical and mental health & wellbeing, by being outdoors, active and connected with others.
· Learning & Skills: People improve their confidence, skills and prospects, through learning inspired by the outdoors.
Join in, feel good.
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About Life
Life’s a national pregnancy and maternal support charity that helps over 60,000 people a year. Through our services, we help people – whoever they are – to meet pregnancy or pregnancy loss with courage and dignity so they can flourish.
Our services include
- Supported housing and community support
- Counselling and skilled listening
- Free pregnancy tests and baby supplies
We are recruiting for a reliable Shop Manager to join our retail team and assist in the smooth operation of our charity shop in Derby. You will be required to work flexibly and cover Saturdays.
If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful, forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.
Are you passionate about Life? Are you looking for a career that really makes a difference? If so, this exciting opportunity may be for you!
Through our services, we help more than 45,000 people each year meet pregnancy or pregnancy loss with courage and dignity so they can flourish.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Who we’re looking for
You will be an excellent communicator, as well as a practical, well organised and hardworking individual, preferably with experience in the voluntary sector or equivalent transferable experience.
Reporting to the Regional Service Manager, you will support the Service Manager with managing the Cardiff Support Through Court service. You will provide support to volunteers and oversee the daily running of the service when on duty to ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly.
Due to funding requirements, the successful applicant must be fluent in Welsh.
About Support Through Court
Support Through Court is an independent charity providing practical and emotional support to people facing the court process without the benefit of legal representation. Most people are unfamiliar with - and may be frightened of - the courts, and may be facing serious issues that could affect their children and relationships, finances, or the security of their homes. Our staff and volunteers empower people facing court alone, helping them to go through the court process with dignity and confidence. Together, we can ensure that no one faces court alone.
Applicants should apply with a CV and a covering letter explaining persuasively why we should offer you the post. It is important that your letter should provide evidence of the criteria detailed in the job description and person specification document.
We will be interviewing as and when suitable candidates apply, so if you are interested in the position please do not delay your application.