Volunteer and Schools Engagement Coordinator An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented, motivated, and versatile Volunteer & Schools Engagement Coordinator based in Scotland. Position : Volunteer and Schools Engagement Coordinator Location: Home-based in Scotland, ideally Central Belt, with regular travel throughout Scotland Hours: Full-time Contract: Permanent Salary: £22,050 per annum Benefits: 30 days annual leave (including public holidays), plus 6 days at Christmas/New Year; life assurance Closing date: 5th April 2024 Interview date: w/b 15 April 2024 (via Microsoft Teams) About the role: The role is home-based and will involve travel throughout Scotland, including overnight stays, plus occasional travel to meetings elsewhere in the UK. There will be the occasional requirement to work evenings and weekends. If you are passionate about youth development and want to use your skills, knowledge, and experience to change the world, apply now. Key responsibilities will include: Recruit Volunteer candidates through the delivery of inspiring presentations within schools, youth organisations and career fairs. Develop relationships with partner organisations within the education and youth sectors. Support and co-ordinate Returned Volunteers in the delivery of school talks. Contribute to the development and implementation of Project Trust s digital engagement and recruitment strategy. Participate in the selection, training, and debriefing of Volunteers. Administrative tasks associated with all the above. Within the job holder s skills and abilities, support the Volunteer & Schools Engagement Manager and CEO as required in other tasks or activities which contribute to the achievement of Project Trust s objectives and its development. Travel to attend meetings elsewhere in the UK, plus some weekend work required. About you: We are looking for a highly organised, inspiring public speaker, who can engage with and motivate young people and support the recruitment of our future Volunteers. Essential Criteria: Commitment to Project Trust s purpose, approach, and ethos. Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload. Proven ability to deliver presentations to a range of stakeholders, including young people, with an ability to motivate and inspire others. Experience in working effectively with and developing young people in a variety of settings, e.g. schools, youth, and community groups. Ability to work autonomously on own initiative and as part of a remote, multi-disciplinary team. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal, and ability to communicate with a range of audiences. Excellent customer service skills, with a commitment to providing outstanding service to Volunteers and third parties. Good judgement and decision-making skills with the ability to work under pressure. Working knowledge of Microsoft packages and a variety of social media platforms. Ability to travel within a designated region of the UK and to other parts of the UK as required. Ability to work remotely from a home base. A full clean driving license and use of a vehicle. The right to work in the UK. About the organisation: The employer is an education charity with over fifty years of experience in international volunteering for young people. They organise challenging, long-term placements for -year-olds with partnership organisations in Africa, Asia and the Americas. They annually select up to 260 young people from across the UK for eight to 12-month teaching and youth development projects around the world. Their Volunteers are provided with training and support before, during and after their international placements, and return home with broadened horizons and an impressive range of transferable skills, true Global Citizens. Conditions of Service The appointment will be made subject to the organisation s detailed terms and conditions of employment. Candidates should be aware that: The post holder will be required to obtain an enhanced Disclosure Scotland check (PVG) Any offer of appointment will be made subject to the receipt of satisfactory references The employer recognises the positive value of diversity and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. You may also have experience in areas such as: Schools Engagement Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, School Partnerships Lead, School Impact Officer, School Impact, School, Primary School, Senior School, Early Years, EYF, Volunteer Recruitment, Teacher, Education, School Engagement, Volunteer Management, Volunteer, Volunteer Engagement, International Youth Volunteering. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
Volunteer and Schools Engagement Coordinator An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented, motivated, and versatile Volunteer & Schools Engagement Coordinator based in Scotland. Position : Volunteer and Schools Engagement Coordinator Location: Home-based in Scotland, ideally Central Belt, with regular travel throughout Scotland Hours: Full-time Contract: Permanent Salary: £22,050 per annum Benefits: 30 days annual leave (including public holidays), plus 6 days at Christmas/New Year; life assurance Closing date: 5th April 2024 Interview date: w/b 15 April 2024 (via Microsoft Teams) About the role: The role is home-based and will involve travel throughout Scotland, including overnight stays, plus occasional travel to meetings elsewhere in the UK. There will be the occasional requirement to work evenings and weekends. If you are passionate about youth development and want to use your skills, knowledge, and experience to change the world, apply now. Key responsibilities will include: Recruit Volunteer candidates through the delivery of inspiring presentations within schools, youth organisations and career fairs. Develop relationships with partner organisations within the education and youth sectors. Support and co-ordinate Returned Volunteers in the delivery of school talks. Contribute to the development and implementation of Project Trust s digital engagement and recruitment strategy. Participate in the selection, training, and debriefing of Volunteers. Administrative tasks associated with all the above. Within the job holder s skills and abilities, support the Volunteer & Schools Engagement Manager and CEO as required in other tasks or activities which contribute to the achievement of Project Trust s objectives and its development. Travel to attend meetings elsewhere in the UK, plus some weekend work required. About you: We are looking for a highly organised, inspiring public speaker, who can engage with and motivate young people and support the recruitment of our future Volunteers. Essential Criteria: Commitment to Project Trust s purpose, approach, and ethos. Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload. Proven ability to deliver presentations to a range of stakeholders, including young people, with an ability to motivate and inspire others. Experience in working effectively with and developing young people in a variety of settings, e.g. schools, youth, and community groups. Ability to work autonomously on own initiative and as part of a remote, multi-disciplinary team. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal, and ability to communicate with a range of audiences. Excellent customer service skills, with a commitment to providing outstanding service to Volunteers and third parties. Good judgement and decision-making skills with the ability to work under pressure. Working knowledge of Microsoft packages and a variety of social media platforms. Ability to travel within a designated region of the UK and to other parts of the UK as required. Ability to work remotely from a home base. A full clean driving license and use of a vehicle. The right to work in the UK. About the organisation: The employer is an education charity with over fifty years of experience in international volunteering for young people. They organise challenging, long-term placements for -year-olds with partnership organisations in Africa, Asia and the Americas. They annually select up to 260 young people from across the UK for eight to 12-month teaching and youth development projects around the world. Their Volunteers are provided with training and support before, during and after their international placements, and return home with broadened horizons and an impressive range of transferable skills, true Global Citizens. Conditions of Service The appointment will be made subject to the organisation s detailed terms and conditions of employment. Candidates should be aware that: The post holder will be required to obtain an enhanced Disclosure Scotland check (PVG) Any offer of appointment will be made subject to the receipt of satisfactory references The employer recognises the positive value of diversity and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. You may also have experience in areas such as: Schools Engagement Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, School Partnerships Lead, School Impact Officer, School Impact, School, Primary School, Senior School, Early Years, EYF, Volunteer Recruitment, Teacher, Education, School Engagement, Volunteer Management, Volunteer, Volunteer Engagement, International Youth Volunteering. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Student Support Assistant Are you and looking to develop your career in a rewarding role? Are you a good communicator that can connect with people? Can you nurture inclusion and belonging? If you are driven with a passion for raising aspirations, then we want to hear from you! This is an exciting entry level position to develop your career and support pupils in the process with full training provided. If you are not in education, training or employment already, then join the team as a School Service Leader and work as part of the UK Year of Service programme. Position: Student Support Assistant (internal title School Service Leader) Location: Tameside or South Manchester or another Greater Manchester location. From Monday to Thursday you will be based in our partner school supporting the programme delivery Training: Fridays you will be based at the Manchester training centre (M12 6FZ) to support learning and development activities with volunteers (travel costs will be subsidised) Hours: 35 hours per week, from Monday to Friday. Remuneration: £21,840 per annum Duration: Fixed-term for 9 months (15th April - January 2025) Closing Date: 2nd April 2024 Interview Date: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so please apply at your earliest opportunity. The Role The purpose of the School Service Leader role is to provide support to pupils in schools with their social and emotional achievement, with a particular focus on key stage 2 in primaries, and key stage 4 in secondaries. Training will be provided to all successful candidates to ensure you have the skills to support school-based interventions. Key relationships will include: Working closely with a team of 5-7 full-time mentors or other School Service Leaders Impact Officers, who you are typically based alongside in school two days a week, providing line management support Colleagues, school staff and pupils Depending on the needs of your school and team, you will: Delivering interventions to pupils - The School Service Leaders will focus the first half of their placement on helping KS2 or KS4 pupils get or remain on track, by providing a range of targeted interventions; including delivering behaviour and attendance coaching encouraging pupil engagement and social development to promote a positive learning environment. You will also provide mentoring around attendance and behaviour. Maintaining a strong relationship with the school - You will assist the Impact Officer (line manager) to maintain a successful school relationship and ensure prompt and accurate data collection. Assisting with the support of Mentors - The second half of the placement will require carrying out the duties outlined in above and also assisting with the management and support of a team of mentors who are volunteering. This is an amazing opportunity for personal development as a significant proportion of working time will be dedicated to your professional development and career growth. This may involve formal qualifications or informal development, which candidates will be allowed to complete during their working hours. About You In order to be considered for this role you must be based in the North West, with the ability to travel daily to Greater Manchester and be aged 18-24 (candidates who turn 25 between March - December 2024 will not be eligible) You must have not been in formal Education, Employment or Training within the last six months. We are looking for someone who: Communicates and connects with others in consistent, positive and meaningful ways Holds space that nurtures inclusion and belonging Sees positivity in others, and has a passion for raising aspirations Shares the reasons behind plans/decisions, and helps in creating understanding and significance Collaborates towards a common purpose with a deep sense of ownership Effectively prioritises and organises to deliver results Seeks out opportunities for self-improvement Models authenticity About the Organisation This youth social action charity challenges 18 to 25-year-olds to tackle educational inequality through a year of full-time voluntary service. As mentors, tutors and role models in schools, the charity support pupils growing up in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK. Benefits to all employees include: Pension: up to 5% pension employer contribution matched after 3 months of employment. Holidays: 25 days holiday per year plus one additional day per year after two years of employment, capped at a maximum of 28 day (or the pro rata equivalent for part-time staff). Travel: Interest free loan for season ticket or bicycle. Volunteering days: All employees can take up to 2 days to volunteer in a mission-aligned charity depending upon length of service. Other areas of experience may include Volunteer, Volunteering, School, Youth, Support, Education. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Student Support Assistant Are you and looking to develop your career in a rewarding role? Are you a good communicator that can connect with people? Can you nurture inclusion and belonging? If you are driven with a passion for raising aspirations, then we want to hear from you! This is an exciting entry level position to develop your career and support pupils in the process with full training provided. If you are not in education, training or employment already, then join the team as a School Service Leader and work as part of the UK Year of Service programme. Position: Student Support Assistant (internal title School Service Leader) Location: Tameside or South Manchester or another Greater Manchester location. From Monday to Thursday you will be based in our partner school supporting the programme delivery Training: Fridays you will be based at the Manchester training centre (M12 6FZ) to support learning and development activities with volunteers (travel costs will be subsidised) Hours: 35 hours per week, from Monday to Friday. Remuneration: £21,840 per annum Duration: Fixed-term for 9 months (15th April - January 2025) Closing Date: 2nd April 2024 Interview Date: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so please apply at your earliest opportunity. The Role The purpose of the School Service Leader role is to provide support to pupils in schools with their social and emotional achievement, with a particular focus on key stage 2 in primaries, and key stage 4 in secondaries. Training will be provided to all successful candidates to ensure you have the skills to support school-based interventions. Key relationships will include: Working closely with a team of 5-7 full-time mentors or other School Service Leaders Impact Officers, who you are typically based alongside in school two days a week, providing line management support Colleagues, school staff and pupils Depending on the needs of your school and team, you will: Delivering interventions to pupils - The School Service Leaders will focus the first half of their placement on helping KS2 or KS4 pupils get or remain on track, by providing a range of targeted interventions; including delivering behaviour and attendance coaching encouraging pupil engagement and social development to promote a positive learning environment. You will also provide mentoring around attendance and behaviour. Maintaining a strong relationship with the school - You will assist the Impact Officer (line manager) to maintain a successful school relationship and ensure prompt and accurate data collection. Assisting with the support of Mentors - The second half of the placement will require carrying out the duties outlined in above and also assisting with the management and support of a team of mentors who are volunteering. This is an amazing opportunity for personal development as a significant proportion of working time will be dedicated to your professional development and career growth. This may involve formal qualifications or informal development, which candidates will be allowed to complete during their working hours. About You In order to be considered for this role you must be based in the North West, with the ability to travel daily to Greater Manchester and be aged 18-24 (candidates who turn 25 between March - December 2024 will not be eligible) You must have not been in formal Education, Employment or Training within the last six months. We are looking for someone who: Communicates and connects with others in consistent, positive and meaningful ways Holds space that nurtures inclusion and belonging Sees positivity in others, and has a passion for raising aspirations Shares the reasons behind plans/decisions, and helps in creating understanding and significance Collaborates towards a common purpose with a deep sense of ownership Effectively prioritises and organises to deliver results Seeks out opportunities for self-improvement Models authenticity About the Organisation This youth social action charity challenges 18 to 25-year-olds to tackle educational inequality through a year of full-time voluntary service. As mentors, tutors and role models in schools, the charity support pupils growing up in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK. Benefits to all employees include: Pension: up to 5% pension employer contribution matched after 3 months of employment. Holidays: 25 days holiday per year plus one additional day per year after two years of employment, capped at a maximum of 28 day (or the pro rata equivalent for part-time staff). Travel: Interest free loan for season ticket or bicycle. Volunteering days: All employees can take up to 2 days to volunteer in a mission-aligned charity depending upon length of service. Other areas of experience may include Volunteer, Volunteering, School, Youth, Support, Education. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Student Support Assistant Are you and looking to develop your career in a rewarding role? Are you a good communicator that can connect with people? Can you nurture inclusion and belonging? If you are driven with a passion for raising aspirations, then we want to hear from you! This is an exciting entry level position to develop your career and support pupils in the process with full training provided. If you are not in education, training or employment already, then join the team as a School Service Leader and work as part of the UK Year of Service programme. Position: Student Support Assistant (internal title School Service Leader) Location: Liverpool locations to be confirmed during the interview process. From Monday to Thursday you will be based in a partner school supporting the programme delivery Training: Fridays you will be based at the Manchester training centre (M12 6FZ) to support learning and development activities with volunteers (travel costs will be subsidised) Hours: 35 hours per week, from Monday to Friday. Remuneration: £21,840 per annum Duration: Fixed-term for 9 months (15th April - January 2025) Closing Date: 2nd April 2024 Interview Date: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so please apply at your earliest opportunity. The Role The purpose of the School Service Leader role is to provide support to pupils in schools with their social and emotional achievement, with a particular focus on key stage 2 in primaries, and key stage 4 in secondaries. Training will be provided to all successful candidates to ensure you have the skills to support school-based interventions. Key relationships will include: Working closely with a team of 5-7 full-time mentors or other School Service Leaders Impact Officers, who you are typically based alongside in school two days a week, providing line management support Colleagues, school staff and pupils Depending on the needs of your school and team, you will: Delivering interventions to pupils - The School Service Leaders will focus the first half of their placement on helping KS2 or KS4 pupils get or remain on track, by providing a range of targeted interventions; including delivering behaviour and attendance coaching encouraging pupil engagement and social development to promote a positive learning environment. You will also provide mentoring around attendance and behaviour. Maintaining a strong relationship with the school - You will assist the Impact Officer (line manager) to maintain a successful school relationship and ensure prompt and accurate data collection. Assisting with the support of Mentors - The second half of the placement will require carrying out the duties outlined in above and also assisting with the management and support of a team of mentors who are volunteering. This is an amazing opportunity for personal development as a significant proportion of working time will be dedicated to your professional development and career growth. This may involve formal qualifications or informal development, which candidates will be allowed to complete during their working hours. About You In order to be considered for this role you must be based in the North West, with the ability to travel daily to Greater Manchester and be aged 18-24 (candidates who turn 25 between March - December 2024 will not be eligible) You must have not been in formal Education, Employment or Training within the last six months. We are looking for someone who: Communicates and connects with others in consistent, positive and meaningful ways Holds space that nurtures inclusion and belonging Sees positivity in others, and has a passion for raising aspirations Shares the reasons behind plans/decisions, and helps in creating understanding and significance Collaborates towards a common purpose with a deep sense of ownership Effectively prioritises and organises to deliver results Seeks out opportunities for self-improvement Models authenticity About the Organisation This youth social action charity challenges 18 to 25-year-olds to tackle educational inequality through a year of full-time voluntary service. As mentors, tutors and role models in schools, the charity support pupils growing up in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK. Benefits to all employees include: Pension: up to 5% pension employer contribution matched after 3 months of employment. Holidays: 25 days holiday per year plus one additional day per year after two years of employment, capped at a maximum of 28 day (or the pro rata equivalent for part-time staff). Travel: Interest free loan for season ticket or bicycle. Volunteering days: All employees can take up to 2 days to volunteer in a mission-aligned charity depending upon length of service. Other areas of experience may include Volunteer, Volunteering, School, Youth, Support, Education. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Student Support Assistant Are you and looking to develop your career in a rewarding role? Are you a good communicator that can connect with people? Can you nurture inclusion and belonging? If you are driven with a passion for raising aspirations, then we want to hear from you! This is an exciting entry level position to develop your career and support pupils in the process with full training provided. If you are not in education, training or employment already, then join the team as a School Service Leader and work as part of the UK Year of Service programme. Position: Student Support Assistant (internal title School Service Leader) Location: Liverpool locations to be confirmed during the interview process. From Monday to Thursday you will be based in a partner school supporting the programme delivery Training: Fridays you will be based at the Manchester training centre (M12 6FZ) to support learning and development activities with volunteers (travel costs will be subsidised) Hours: 35 hours per week, from Monday to Friday. Remuneration: £21,840 per annum Duration: Fixed-term for 9 months (15th April - January 2025) Closing Date: 2nd April 2024 Interview Date: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so please apply at your earliest opportunity. The Role The purpose of the School Service Leader role is to provide support to pupils in schools with their social and emotional achievement, with a particular focus on key stage 2 in primaries, and key stage 4 in secondaries. Training will be provided to all successful candidates to ensure you have the skills to support school-based interventions. Key relationships will include: Working closely with a team of 5-7 full-time mentors or other School Service Leaders Impact Officers, who you are typically based alongside in school two days a week, providing line management support Colleagues, school staff and pupils Depending on the needs of your school and team, you will: Delivering interventions to pupils - The School Service Leaders will focus the first half of their placement on helping KS2 or KS4 pupils get or remain on track, by providing a range of targeted interventions; including delivering behaviour and attendance coaching encouraging pupil engagement and social development to promote a positive learning environment. You will also provide mentoring around attendance and behaviour. Maintaining a strong relationship with the school - You will assist the Impact Officer (line manager) to maintain a successful school relationship and ensure prompt and accurate data collection. Assisting with the support of Mentors - The second half of the placement will require carrying out the duties outlined in above and also assisting with the management and support of a team of mentors who are volunteering. This is an amazing opportunity for personal development as a significant proportion of working time will be dedicated to your professional development and career growth. This may involve formal qualifications or informal development, which candidates will be allowed to complete during their working hours. About You In order to be considered for this role you must be based in the North West, with the ability to travel daily to Greater Manchester and be aged 18-24 (candidates who turn 25 between March - December 2024 will not be eligible) You must have not been in formal Education, Employment or Training within the last six months. We are looking for someone who: Communicates and connects with others in consistent, positive and meaningful ways Holds space that nurtures inclusion and belonging Sees positivity in others, and has a passion for raising aspirations Shares the reasons behind plans/decisions, and helps in creating understanding and significance Collaborates towards a common purpose with a deep sense of ownership Effectively prioritises and organises to deliver results Seeks out opportunities for self-improvement Models authenticity About the Organisation This youth social action charity challenges 18 to 25-year-olds to tackle educational inequality through a year of full-time voluntary service. As mentors, tutors and role models in schools, the charity support pupils growing up in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK. Benefits to all employees include: Pension: up to 5% pension employer contribution matched after 3 months of employment. Holidays: 25 days holiday per year plus one additional day per year after two years of employment, capped at a maximum of 28 day (or the pro rata equivalent for part-time staff). Travel: Interest free loan for season ticket or bicycle. Volunteering days: All employees can take up to 2 days to volunteer in a mission-aligned charity depending upon length of service. Other areas of experience may include Volunteer, Volunteering, School, Youth, Support, Education. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
This role has a starting salary of £34,356 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are thrilled to be hiring a new Countryside Liaison Officer to join our fantastic Countryside team. The role is based in Merrow, Guildford but we promote a hybrid approach to working , with the expectation to be on site or in the office a minimum of 2 days per week. As some of the groups we work with are not always available during the working day, this role will include occasional evening and weekend working. We are proud of our strong focus on staff development, our positive team environment and that our work makes a real difference to local communities, so we're looking for someone who values these things too. Rewards and benefits 26 days' holiday rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the team This post will report into the Visitor Services arm of the Countryside Team, which sits within the Environment, Infrastructure & Growth (EIG) directorate. The team are responsible for managing public access to the countryside and for looking after the Council's 10,000 acre countryside estate. We want to help people engage with, appreciate and care for the countryside as much as we do, so that it can be enjoyed and protected by future generations. About the role As Countryside Liaison Officer you will be a visible point of contact for the Countryside team, responding to a variety of unique queries and helping to ensure the Council's duties, powers and responsibilities are implemented across its countryside estate. After settling into your new role, you will use your excellent communication skills to undertake regular and effective messaging with the public, partners, landowners and other organisations. Your strong organisational skills will ensure you keep effective records, identify priorities and that relevant health and safety arrangements are in place to meet the Council's statutory obligations. Queries are rarely simple so you may need to investigate reports or issues, seeking advice from others where needed or attending meetings to understand detail. You'll use your IT skills to write up reports for senior decision makers. As not everybody sees countryside issues the same way, it will be important to use your people skills to manage expectations and find compromises where necessary. Shortlisting criteria As part of your application you will be asked to submit a CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us about a time you liaised with a customer, client or partner who was unhappy and how you found a positive resolution to their issue Please tell us about a time you had to solve a complex problem involving multiple stakeholders and what you learned from the process Please describe the qualities you possess that makes your application for this role stand out above other applicants In order to be shortlisted your CV and answers to the questions above will clearly evidence: Experience of managing relationships with a range of public audiences Experience of resolving concerns or complaints Understanding of countryside issues and areas of conflict Experience of administrative procedures and writing formal documents Ability to drive or otherwise visit inaccessible locations across Surrey Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Ben Sword by call . The job advert closes at 23:59 on 07/04/2024 with interviews planned for 15/04/2024. A standard DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Our commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £34,356 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are thrilled to be hiring a new Countryside Liaison Officer to join our fantastic Countryside team. The role is based in Merrow, Guildford but we promote a hybrid approach to working , with the expectation to be on site or in the office a minimum of 2 days per week. As some of the groups we work with are not always available during the working day, this role will include occasional evening and weekend working. We are proud of our strong focus on staff development, our positive team environment and that our work makes a real difference to local communities, so we're looking for someone who values these things too. Rewards and benefits 26 days' holiday rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the team This post will report into the Visitor Services arm of the Countryside Team, which sits within the Environment, Infrastructure & Growth (EIG) directorate. The team are responsible for managing public access to the countryside and for looking after the Council's 10,000 acre countryside estate. We want to help people engage with, appreciate and care for the countryside as much as we do, so that it can be enjoyed and protected by future generations. About the role As Countryside Liaison Officer you will be a visible point of contact for the Countryside team, responding to a variety of unique queries and helping to ensure the Council's duties, powers and responsibilities are implemented across its countryside estate. After settling into your new role, you will use your excellent communication skills to undertake regular and effective messaging with the public, partners, landowners and other organisations. Your strong organisational skills will ensure you keep effective records, identify priorities and that relevant health and safety arrangements are in place to meet the Council's statutory obligations. Queries are rarely simple so you may need to investigate reports or issues, seeking advice from others where needed or attending meetings to understand detail. You'll use your IT skills to write up reports for senior decision makers. As not everybody sees countryside issues the same way, it will be important to use your people skills to manage expectations and find compromises where necessary. Shortlisting criteria As part of your application you will be asked to submit a CV and answer the following questions: Please tell us about a time you liaised with a customer, client or partner who was unhappy and how you found a positive resolution to their issue Please tell us about a time you had to solve a complex problem involving multiple stakeholders and what you learned from the process Please describe the qualities you possess that makes your application for this role stand out above other applicants In order to be shortlisted your CV and answers to the questions above will clearly evidence: Experience of managing relationships with a range of public audiences Experience of resolving concerns or complaints Understanding of countryside issues and areas of conflict Experience of administrative procedures and writing formal documents Ability to drive or otherwise visit inaccessible locations across Surrey Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Ben Sword by call . The job advert closes at 23:59 on 07/04/2024 with interviews planned for 15/04/2024. A standard DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required for this role. Our commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Support Coordinator We are looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service based in Kent. This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to provide support following a stroke. Position: S11146 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based North Kent, West Kent and Medway however, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time 35 hour per week post (FTE) and 21-hour week part-time. Salary: Circa £25,500 per annum FTE (pro rata for part time hours) Contract: Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2025. 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: 2 April 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: 5 April 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 The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. A key part of the role will be to support service users and the delivery of the service. Reporting to the Stroke Service Delivery Coach, the Stroke Support Coordinator will: Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community. Provide personalised information, advice and support. Support clients to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes. Be accountable for volunteers, so experience of recruiting, training and managing volunteers would be an advantage. You will have excellent IT skills and demonstrate a flexible approach to your role. About You The post holder will have experience/background in: A caring profession ideally with experience of supporting people with disabilities. Setting up and running groups. This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can 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 and the hours you are applying for. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. About the Organisation 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. Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it s a team effort to get there. The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team. The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people s lives. To help deliver the 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 Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Support Coordinator We are looking for an innovative, passionate and professional individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service based in Kent. This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to provide support following a stroke. Position: S11146 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based North Kent, West Kent and Medway however, frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time 35 hour per week post (FTE) and 21-hour week part-time. Salary: Circa £25,500 per annum FTE (pro rata for part time hours) Contract: Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2025. 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: 2 April 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: 5 April 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 The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. A key part of the role will be to support service users and the delivery of the service. Reporting to the Stroke Service Delivery Coach, the Stroke Support Coordinator will: Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community. Provide personalised information, advice and support. Support clients to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes. Be accountable for volunteers, so experience of recruiting, training and managing volunteers would be an advantage. You will have excellent IT skills and demonstrate a flexible approach to your role. About You The post holder will have experience/background in: A caring profession ideally with experience of supporting people with disabilities. Setting up and running groups. This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can 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 and the hours you are applying for. Applications from individuals who are seeking flexible working options, including reduced hours or job shares are welcomed. About the Organisation 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. Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it s a team effort to get there. The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team. The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people s lives. To help deliver the 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 Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Support Coordinator We re looking for an innovative, passionate, and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Services based in the Crewe area. This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to provide support following a stroke. Position: S11131 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, Crewe however, extensive travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week (flexible working) Salary: Circa £20,470 per annum (FTE circa £25,588.50 per annum) Contract: Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2025. 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: 31 March 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: To be confirmed Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. The Stroke Support Coordinator will: Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community. Provide personalised information, advice and support. Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes. Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference in the lives of people affected by stroke. About You You will: Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities.Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions. Have experience of working with people who may have additional communication support needs. Have the ability to use basic Microsoft system. This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can 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 your preferred hours in your covering letter. About the Organisation 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. Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it s a team effort to get there. The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team. The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people s lives. To help deliver the 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 Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Support Coordinator We re looking for an innovative, passionate, and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Services based in the Crewe area. This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to provide support following a stroke. Position: S11131 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, Crewe however, extensive travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week (flexible working) Salary: Circa £20,470 per annum (FTE circa £25,588.50 per annum) Contract: Our services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2025. 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: 31 March 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: To be confirmed Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. The Stroke Support Coordinator will: Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community. Provide personalised information, advice and support. Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes. Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference in the lives of people affected by stroke. About You You will: Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities.Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions. Have experience of working with people who may have additional communication support needs. Have the ability to use basic Microsoft system. This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can 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 your preferred hours in your covering letter. About the Organisation 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. Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it s a team effort to get there. The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team. The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people s lives. To help deliver the 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 Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Support Coordinator We re looking for an innovative, passionate, and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Services based in the Stockport area. This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to provide support following a stroke. Position: S11132 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, Stockport however, extensive travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week (flexible working) Salary: Circa £15,351 per annum (FTE circa £25,588.50 per annum) Contract: This is a fixed term maternity cover contract until 31 December 2024. Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31 March 2025. 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: 17 March 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: To be confirmed Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. The Stroke Support Coordinator will: Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community. Provide personalised information, advice and support. Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes. Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference in the lives of people affected by stroke. About You You will: Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities. Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions. Have experience of working with people who may have additional communication support needs. Have the ability to use basic Microsoft system. This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can 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 your preferred hours in your covering letter. About the Organisation 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. Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it s a team effort to get there. The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team. The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people s lives. To help deliver the 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 Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Support Coordinator We re looking for an innovative, passionate, and professional individual with excellent communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Services based in the Stockport area. This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to provide support following a stroke. Position: S11132 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, Stockport however, extensive travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Part-time, 21 hours per week (flexible working) Salary: Circa £15,351 per annum (FTE circa £25,588.50 per annum) Contract: This is a fixed term maternity cover contract until 31 December 2024. Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31 March 2025. 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: 17 March 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: To be confirmed Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application. The Role The service aims to identify and address the needs of stroke survivors and carers across the stroke pathway, by providing a range of innovative support solutions, supporting them to meet their desired outcomes. The Stroke Support Coordinator will: Support new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community. Provide personalised information, advice and support. Support stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes. Work collaboratively with NHS colleagues and other areas of the community to make a difference in the lives of people affected by stroke. About You You will: Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities. Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions. Have experience of working with people who may have additional communication support needs. Have the ability to use basic Microsoft system. This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can 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 your preferred hours in your covering letter. About the Organisation 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. Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it s a team effort to get there. The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team. The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people s lives. To help deliver the 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 Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Student Support Assistant Are you and looking to develop your career in a rewarding role? Are you a good communicator that can connect with people? Can you nurture inclusion and belonging? If you are driven with a passion for raising aspirations, then we want to hear from you! This is an exciting entry level position to develop your career and support pupils in the process with full training provided. If you are not in education, training or employment already, then join the team as a School Service Leader and work as part of the UK Year of Service programme. Position: Student Support Assistant (internal title School Service Leader) Location: Tameside or South Manchester or another Greater Manchester location. From Monday to Thursday you will be based in our partner school supporting the programme delivery Training: Fridays you will be based at the Manchester training centre (M12 6FZ) to support learning and development activities with volunteers (travel costs will be subsidised) Hours: 35 hours per week, from Monday to Friday. Remuneration: £21,840 per annum Duration: Fixed-term for 9 months (15th April - January 2025) Closing Date: 2nd April 2024 Interview Date: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so please apply at your earliest opportunity. The Role The purpose of the School Service Leader role is to provide support to pupils in schools with their social and emotional achievement, with a particular focus on key stage 2 in primaries, and key stage 4 in secondaries. Training will be provided to all successful candidates to ensure you have the skills to support school-based interventions. Key relationships will include: Working closely with a team of 5-7 full-time mentors or other School Service Leaders Impact Officers, who you are typically based alongside in school two days a week, providing line management support Colleagues, school staff and pupils Depending on the needs of your school and team, you will: Delivering interventions to pupils - The School Service Leaders will focus the first half of their placement on helping KS2 or KS4 pupils get or remain on track, by providing a range of targeted interventions; including delivering behaviour and attendance coaching encouraging pupil engagement and social development to promote a positive learning environment. You will also provide mentoring around attendance and behaviour. Maintaining a strong relationship with the school - You will assist the Impact Officer (line manager) to maintain a successful school relationship and ensure prompt and accurate data collection. Assisting with the support of Mentors - The second half of the placement will require carrying out the duties outlined in above and also assisting with the management and support of a team of mentors who are volunteering. This is an amazing opportunity for personal development as a significant proportion of working time will be dedicated to your professional development and career growth. This may involve formal qualifications or informal development, which candidates will be allowed to complete during their working hours. About You In order to be considered for this role you must be based in the North West, with the ability to travel daily to Greater Manchester and be aged 18-24 (candidates who turn 25 between March - December 2024 will not be eligible) You must have not been in formal Education, Employment or Training within the last six months. We are looking for someone who: Communicates and connects with others in consistent, positive and meaningful ways Holds space that nurtures inclusion and belonging Sees positivity in others, and has a passion for raising aspirations Shares the reasons behind plans/decisions, and helps in creating understanding and significance Collaborates towards a common purpose with a deep sense of ownership Effectively prioritises and organises to deliver results Seeks out opportunities for self-improvement Models authenticity About the Organisation This youth social action charity challenges 18 to 25-year-olds to tackle educational inequality through a year of full-time voluntary service. As mentors, tutors and role models in schools, the charity support pupils growing up in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK. Benefits to all employees include: Pension: up to 5% pension employer contribution matched after 3 months of employment. Holidays: 25 days holiday per year plus one additional day per year after two years of employment, capped at a maximum of 28 day (or the pro rata equivalent for part-time staff). Travel: Interest free loan for season ticket or bicycle. Volunteering days: All employees can take up to 2 days to volunteer in a mission-aligned charity depending upon length of service. Other areas of experience may include Volunteer, Volunteering, School, Youth, Support, Education. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Student Support Assistant Are you and looking to develop your career in a rewarding role? Are you a good communicator that can connect with people? Can you nurture inclusion and belonging? If you are driven with a passion for raising aspirations, then we want to hear from you! This is an exciting entry level position to develop your career and support pupils in the process with full training provided. If you are not in education, training or employment already, then join the team as a School Service Leader and work as part of the UK Year of Service programme. Position: Student Support Assistant (internal title School Service Leader) Location: Tameside or South Manchester or another Greater Manchester location. From Monday to Thursday you will be based in our partner school supporting the programme delivery Training: Fridays you will be based at the Manchester training centre (M12 6FZ) to support learning and development activities with volunteers (travel costs will be subsidised) Hours: 35 hours per week, from Monday to Friday. Remuneration: £21,840 per annum Duration: Fixed-term for 9 months (15th April - January 2025) Closing Date: 2nd April 2024 Interview Date: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so please apply at your earliest opportunity. The Role The purpose of the School Service Leader role is to provide support to pupils in schools with their social and emotional achievement, with a particular focus on key stage 2 in primaries, and key stage 4 in secondaries. Training will be provided to all successful candidates to ensure you have the skills to support school-based interventions. Key relationships will include: Working closely with a team of 5-7 full-time mentors or other School Service Leaders Impact Officers, who you are typically based alongside in school two days a week, providing line management support Colleagues, school staff and pupils Depending on the needs of your school and team, you will: Delivering interventions to pupils - The School Service Leaders will focus the first half of their placement on helping KS2 or KS4 pupils get or remain on track, by providing a range of targeted interventions; including delivering behaviour and attendance coaching encouraging pupil engagement and social development to promote a positive learning environment. You will also provide mentoring around attendance and behaviour. Maintaining a strong relationship with the school - You will assist the Impact Officer (line manager) to maintain a successful school relationship and ensure prompt and accurate data collection. Assisting with the support of Mentors - The second half of the placement will require carrying out the duties outlined in above and also assisting with the management and support of a team of mentors who are volunteering. This is an amazing opportunity for personal development as a significant proportion of working time will be dedicated to your professional development and career growth. This may involve formal qualifications or informal development, which candidates will be allowed to complete during their working hours. About You In order to be considered for this role you must be based in the North West, with the ability to travel daily to Greater Manchester and be aged 18-24 (candidates who turn 25 between March - December 2024 will not be eligible) You must have not been in formal Education, Employment or Training within the last six months. We are looking for someone who: Communicates and connects with others in consistent, positive and meaningful ways Holds space that nurtures inclusion and belonging Sees positivity in others, and has a passion for raising aspirations Shares the reasons behind plans/decisions, and helps in creating understanding and significance Collaborates towards a common purpose with a deep sense of ownership Effectively prioritises and organises to deliver results Seeks out opportunities for self-improvement Models authenticity About the Organisation This youth social action charity challenges 18 to 25-year-olds to tackle educational inequality through a year of full-time voluntary service. As mentors, tutors and role models in schools, the charity support pupils growing up in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK. Benefits to all employees include: Pension: up to 5% pension employer contribution matched after 3 months of employment. Holidays: 25 days holiday per year plus one additional day per year after two years of employment, capped at a maximum of 28 day (or the pro rata equivalent for part-time staff). Travel: Interest free loan for season ticket or bicycle. Volunteering days: All employees can take up to 2 days to volunteer in a mission-aligned charity depending upon length of service. Other areas of experience may include Volunteer, Volunteering, School, Youth, Support, Education. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Student Support Assistant Are you and looking to develop your career in a rewarding role? Are you a good communicator that can connect with people? Can you nurture inclusion and belonging? If you are driven with a passion for raising aspirations, then we want to hear from you! This is an exciting entry level position to develop your career and support pupils in the process with full training provided. If you are not in education, training or employment already, then join the team as a School Service Leader and work as part of the UK Year of Service programme. Position: Student Support Assistant (internal title School Service Leader) Location: Liverpool locations to be confirmed during the interview process. From Monday to Thursday you will be based in a partner school supporting the programme delivery Training: Fridays you will be based at the Manchester training centre (M12 6FZ) to support learning and development activities with volunteers (travel costs will be subsidised) Hours: 35 hours per week, from Monday to Friday. Remuneration: £21,840 per annum Duration: Fixed-term for 9 months (15th April - January 2025) Closing Date: 2nd April 2024 Interview Date: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so please apply at your earliest opportunity. The Role The purpose of the School Service Leader role is to provide support to pupils in schools with their social and emotional achievement, with a particular focus on key stage 2 in primaries, and key stage 4 in secondaries. Training will be provided to all successful candidates to ensure you have the skills to support school-based interventions. Key relationships will include: Working closely with a team of 5-7 full-time mentors or other School Service Leaders Impact Officers, who you are typically based alongside in school two days a week, providing line management support Colleagues, school staff and pupils Depending on the needs of your school and team, you will: Delivering interventions to pupils - The School Service Leaders will focus the first half of their placement on helping KS2 or KS4 pupils get or remain on track, by providing a range of targeted interventions; including delivering behaviour and attendance coaching encouraging pupil engagement and social development to promote a positive learning environment. You will also provide mentoring around attendance and behaviour. Maintaining a strong relationship with the school - You will assist the Impact Officer (line manager) to maintain a successful school relationship and ensure prompt and accurate data collection. Assisting with the support of Mentors - The second half of the placement will require carrying out the duties outlined in above and also assisting with the management and support of a team of mentors who are volunteering. This is an amazing opportunity for personal development as a significant proportion of working time will be dedicated to your professional development and career growth. This may involve formal qualifications or informal development, which candidates will be allowed to complete during their working hours. About You In order to be considered for this role you must be based in the North West, with the ability to travel daily to Greater Manchester and be aged 18-24 (candidates who turn 25 between March - December 2024 will not be eligible) You must have not been in formal Education, Employment or Training within the last six months. We are looking for someone who: Communicates and connects with others in consistent, positive and meaningful ways Holds space that nurtures inclusion and belonging Sees positivity in others, and has a passion for raising aspirations Shares the reasons behind plans/decisions, and helps in creating understanding and significance Collaborates towards a common purpose with a deep sense of ownership Effectively prioritises and organises to deliver results Seeks out opportunities for self-improvement Models authenticity About the Organisation This youth social action charity challenges 18 to 25-year-olds to tackle educational inequality through a year of full-time voluntary service. As mentors, tutors and role models in schools, the charity support pupils growing up in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK. Benefits to all employees include: Pension: up to 5% pension employer contribution matched after 3 months of employment. Holidays: 25 days holiday per year plus one additional day per year after two years of employment, capped at a maximum of 28 day (or the pro rata equivalent for part-time staff). Travel: Interest free loan for season ticket or bicycle. Volunteering days: All employees can take up to 2 days to volunteer in a mission-aligned charity depending upon length of service. Other areas of experience may include Volunteer, Volunteering, School, Youth, Support, Education. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Student Support Assistant Are you and looking to develop your career in a rewarding role? Are you a good communicator that can connect with people? Can you nurture inclusion and belonging? If you are driven with a passion for raising aspirations, then we want to hear from you! This is an exciting entry level position to develop your career and support pupils in the process with full training provided. If you are not in education, training or employment already, then join the team as a School Service Leader and work as part of the UK Year of Service programme. Position: Student Support Assistant (internal title School Service Leader) Location: Liverpool locations to be confirmed during the interview process. From Monday to Thursday you will be based in a partner school supporting the programme delivery Training: Fridays you will be based at the Manchester training centre (M12 6FZ) to support learning and development activities with volunteers (travel costs will be subsidised) Hours: 35 hours per week, from Monday to Friday. Remuneration: £21,840 per annum Duration: Fixed-term for 9 months (15th April - January 2025) Closing Date: 2nd April 2024 Interview Date: Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, so please apply at your earliest opportunity. The Role The purpose of the School Service Leader role is to provide support to pupils in schools with their social and emotional achievement, with a particular focus on key stage 2 in primaries, and key stage 4 in secondaries. Training will be provided to all successful candidates to ensure you have the skills to support school-based interventions. Key relationships will include: Working closely with a team of 5-7 full-time mentors or other School Service Leaders Impact Officers, who you are typically based alongside in school two days a week, providing line management support Colleagues, school staff and pupils Depending on the needs of your school and team, you will: Delivering interventions to pupils - The School Service Leaders will focus the first half of their placement on helping KS2 or KS4 pupils get or remain on track, by providing a range of targeted interventions; including delivering behaviour and attendance coaching encouraging pupil engagement and social development to promote a positive learning environment. You will also provide mentoring around attendance and behaviour. Maintaining a strong relationship with the school - You will assist the Impact Officer (line manager) to maintain a successful school relationship and ensure prompt and accurate data collection. Assisting with the support of Mentors - The second half of the placement will require carrying out the duties outlined in above and also assisting with the management and support of a team of mentors who are volunteering. This is an amazing opportunity for personal development as a significant proportion of working time will be dedicated to your professional development and career growth. This may involve formal qualifications or informal development, which candidates will be allowed to complete during their working hours. About You In order to be considered for this role you must be based in the North West, with the ability to travel daily to Greater Manchester and be aged 18-24 (candidates who turn 25 between March - December 2024 will not be eligible) You must have not been in formal Education, Employment or Training within the last six months. We are looking for someone who: Communicates and connects with others in consistent, positive and meaningful ways Holds space that nurtures inclusion and belonging Sees positivity in others, and has a passion for raising aspirations Shares the reasons behind plans/decisions, and helps in creating understanding and significance Collaborates towards a common purpose with a deep sense of ownership Effectively prioritises and organises to deliver results Seeks out opportunities for self-improvement Models authenticity About the Organisation This youth social action charity challenges 18 to 25-year-olds to tackle educational inequality through a year of full-time voluntary service. As mentors, tutors and role models in schools, the charity support pupils growing up in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK. Benefits to all employees include: Pension: up to 5% pension employer contribution matched after 3 months of employment. Holidays: 25 days holiday per year plus one additional day per year after two years of employment, capped at a maximum of 28 day (or the pro rata equivalent for part-time staff). Travel: Interest free loan for season ticket or bicycle. Volunteering days: All employees can take up to 2 days to volunteer in a mission-aligned charity depending upon length of service. Other areas of experience may include Volunteer, Volunteering, School, Youth, Support, Education. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
This role has a starting salary of £50,047 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Engagement and Consultation Lead to join our fantastic Resident Intelligence Unit (RIU) team based in Reigate. This role offers hybrid working, meaning you aren't required in the office 5 days a week. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role We are a forward-thinking team, in an ambitious organisation, always looking to try new things and stay at the forefront of modern techniques and channels. Have you got the strategic vision and passion to have a real impact? We are looking for an experienced senior manager in the field of insights and engagement, to hold a vital role as Engagement and Consultation Lead in the council's new Resident Intelligence Unit (RIU). This is an exciting role that will be driving forward engagement and consultation capability across the Council to better utilise insight and ensure that residents' opinions are front and centre in shaping and delivering policy, and outcomes are improved within Surrey County Council and its communities. Your role will be responsible for helping the organisation to truly understand our communities, so council policy is developed alongside our residents, helping ensure that no-one is left behind. This is a senior role that will lead a key function in the team. You will work closely with the Head of Resident Insight and the Behaviour Change Lead as well as services across the council including Communications, Customer Services, Community Link Officers, Data and Insight team, as well as members and all directorates to bring together research and insight, making it imbedded and accessible to the whole organisation to properly inform decision making. This is an exciting opportunity to improve design and delivery effectiveness of statutory consultations and engagement approaches, ensure better strategic coordination of current activities, advocating a consistent approach and embedding good engagement practices across the organisation in line with the new engagement framework. The role will provide an expert source of professional guidance, latest information and constructive challenge on statutory consultation and engagement, working closely with senior leaders including, but not limited to, Cabinet Members, Councillors, the Chief Executive and CLT. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Extensive, up-to-date knowledge of consultation, engagement and communications best practice. Experience of providing professional, high quality consultation and engagement advice at the highest level of a complex organisation. Experience of working closely with senior stakeholders, providing advice to, and influencing, a senior audience. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 10/04/2024 with interviews to follow. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
This role has a starting salary of £50,047 per annum, based on a 36-hour working week. We are excited to be hiring a new Engagement and Consultation Lead to join our fantastic Resident Intelligence Unit (RIU) team based in Reigate. This role offers hybrid working, meaning you aren't required in the office 5 days a week. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependants leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the Role We are a forward-thinking team, in an ambitious organisation, always looking to try new things and stay at the forefront of modern techniques and channels. Have you got the strategic vision and passion to have a real impact? We are looking for an experienced senior manager in the field of insights and engagement, to hold a vital role as Engagement and Consultation Lead in the council's new Resident Intelligence Unit (RIU). This is an exciting role that will be driving forward engagement and consultation capability across the Council to better utilise insight and ensure that residents' opinions are front and centre in shaping and delivering policy, and outcomes are improved within Surrey County Council and its communities. Your role will be responsible for helping the organisation to truly understand our communities, so council policy is developed alongside our residents, helping ensure that no-one is left behind. This is a senior role that will lead a key function in the team. You will work closely with the Head of Resident Insight and the Behaviour Change Lead as well as services across the council including Communications, Customer Services, Community Link Officers, Data and Insight team, as well as members and all directorates to bring together research and insight, making it imbedded and accessible to the whole organisation to properly inform decision making. This is an exciting opportunity to improve design and delivery effectiveness of statutory consultations and engagement approaches, ensure better strategic coordination of current activities, advocating a consistent approach and embedding good engagement practices across the organisation in line with the new engagement framework. The role will provide an expert source of professional guidance, latest information and constructive challenge on statutory consultation and engagement, working closely with senior leaders including, but not limited to, Cabinet Members, Councillors, the Chief Executive and CLT. Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: Extensive, up-to-date knowledge of consultation, engagement and communications best practice. Experience of providing professional, high quality consultation and engagement advice at the highest level of a complex organisation. Experience of working closely with senior stakeholders, providing advice to, and influencing, a senior audience. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 10/04/2024 with interviews to follow. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Nature Recovery Officer Are you motivated by improving our environment for local communities? An exciting opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as a Nature Recovery Officer. You will play a key role in engaging with communities on facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district, and thereby delivering on the council s climate change and nature priorities. This fixed contract post offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in working in environmental conservation and engaging with communities? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council s ambition for a sustainable future. From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico s maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable our communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking an enthusiastic Nature Recovery Officer, who will support the Nature Recovery Lead in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature conservation specialist in the Council s climate team, delivering on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council s new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as climate related workstreams. With support from our Nature Recovery Lead, you will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district. You will also help to secure external funding for projects and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for someone who is interested in nature recovery and is keen to work with communities to restore, enhance and conserve our environment. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to BTEC, HND, HNC, NVQ level 4/5 or degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Ensure all relevant customers and company information is captured and recorded accurately • Ability to work independently under pressure and within tight deadlines • Ability to work with others to deliver key outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Nature Recovery Officer Are you motivated by improving our environment for local communities? An exciting opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as a Nature Recovery Officer. You will play a key role in engaging with communities on facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district, and thereby delivering on the council s climate change and nature priorities. This fixed contract post offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in working in environmental conservation and engaging with communities? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council s ambition for a sustainable future. From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico s maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable our communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking an enthusiastic Nature Recovery Officer, who will support the Nature Recovery Lead in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature conservation specialist in the Council s climate team, delivering on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council s new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as climate related workstreams. With support from our Nature Recovery Lead, you will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district. You will also help to secure external funding for projects and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for someone who is interested in nature recovery and is keen to work with communities to restore, enhance and conserve our environment. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to BTEC, HND, HNC, NVQ level 4/5 or degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Ensure all relevant customers and company information is captured and recorded accurately • Ability to work independently under pressure and within tight deadlines • Ability to work with others to deliver key outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
The starting salary for this role is £38,746 per annum for working 36-hours per week. This is a 24-month secondment / fixed term contract opportunity. We are currently looking for a Land Management Officer to join the rapidly expanding Natural Capital team. The headline ambition for Surrey County Council's land portfolio is to be places of innovation to rebuild biodiversity, manage our resources sustainably and contribute to nature recovery. Our approach will include rewilding principles, woodland creation, regenerative agriculture, agroforestry and income diversification. The team works flexibly through a mix of office and home-based working, you will also be required to travel to visit sites across the County. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the role The Land Management Officer reports into the Ecosystem Services Manager, with close links to other parts of Surrey County Council Countryside teams, Land and Property, Planning, as well as the wider organisation, project teams and its partners. The role will be responsible for implementing a land management policy which sets out the principles for how our natural assets will be managed to support the Council's corporate objectives. Working with tenants and land managers, you will identify opportunities and create innovative projects. These projects will support and embed the policy within everyday Council behaviour and values using agreements, tenancies, and service level agreements. You will work closely with a broad range of customers and stakeholders and will have a sound understanding of land management and/or agriculture. Good conservation experience and knowledge is essential as is a passion for achieving environmental outcomes and supporting Surrey's Greener future. Some of the key outputs of this role include: Contributing to major projects such as The River Thames Scheme Collating and analysing layers of information, data, and research to support both the overall project and decision-making Working collaboratively with County Council colleagues to plan and prioritise engagement with landowners and managers Developing a local network with the forestry and land management sector, sharing skills and knowledge with those supporting environmental land-use decisions Delivering successful project outcomes using project & programme management frameworks, policies, tools and templates Managing funding bids, evidence gathering, detailed costing, partner engagement, bid writing, tracking and monitoring Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting, your CV and personal statement will clearly evidence the following attributes, skills, and expertise: Strong written and verbal communication with negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/professionals Ability to manage a range of projects through to completion, with good IT skills in areas such as Outlook and Microsoft Office Experience of working with the public, community partners and diverse groups Determined and resilient approach to completing tasks with the ability to work effectively under pressure, both independently and within a team, and plan your own workload Knowledge and understanding of appropriate land management processes and ability to work on your own using solution focused problem-solving skills Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 31/03/2024 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
The starting salary for this role is £38,746 per annum for working 36-hours per week. This is a 24-month secondment / fixed term contract opportunity. We are currently looking for a Land Management Officer to join the rapidly expanding Natural Capital team. The headline ambition for Surrey County Council's land portfolio is to be places of innovation to rebuild biodiversity, manage our resources sustainably and contribute to nature recovery. Our approach will include rewilding principles, woodland creation, regenerative agriculture, agroforestry and income diversification. The team works flexibly through a mix of office and home-based working, you will also be required to travel to visit sites across the County. Rewards and Benefits 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the role The Land Management Officer reports into the Ecosystem Services Manager, with close links to other parts of Surrey County Council Countryside teams, Land and Property, Planning, as well as the wider organisation, project teams and its partners. The role will be responsible for implementing a land management policy which sets out the principles for how our natural assets will be managed to support the Council's corporate objectives. Working with tenants and land managers, you will identify opportunities and create innovative projects. These projects will support and embed the policy within everyday Council behaviour and values using agreements, tenancies, and service level agreements. You will work closely with a broad range of customers and stakeholders and will have a sound understanding of land management and/or agriculture. Good conservation experience and knowledge is essential as is a passion for achieving environmental outcomes and supporting Surrey's Greener future. Some of the key outputs of this role include: Contributing to major projects such as The River Thames Scheme Collating and analysing layers of information, data, and research to support both the overall project and decision-making Working collaboratively with County Council colleagues to plan and prioritise engagement with landowners and managers Developing a local network with the forestry and land management sector, sharing skills and knowledge with those supporting environmental land-use decisions Delivering successful project outcomes using project & programme management frameworks, policies, tools and templates Managing funding bids, evidence gathering, detailed costing, partner engagement, bid writing, tracking and monitoring Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting, your CV and personal statement will clearly evidence the following attributes, skills, and expertise: Strong written and verbal communication with negotiation and influencing skills and the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external partners/professionals Ability to manage a range of projects through to completion, with good IT skills in areas such as Outlook and Microsoft Office Experience of working with the public, community partners and diverse groups Determined and resilient approach to completing tasks with the ability to work effectively under pressure, both independently and within a team, and plan your own workload Knowledge and understanding of appropriate land management processes and ability to work on your own using solution focused problem-solving skills Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 31/03/2024 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.
Nature Recovery Officer Are you motivated by improving our environment for local communities? An exciting opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as a Nature Recovery Officer. You will play a key role in engaging with communities on facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district, and thereby delivering on the council's climate change and nature priorities. This fixed contract post offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in working in environmental conservation and engaging with communities? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council's ambition for a sustainable future. From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico's maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable our communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking an enthusiastic Nature Recovery Officer, who will support the Nature Recovery Lead in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature conservation specialist in the Council's climate team, delivering on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council's new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as climate related workstreams. With support from our Nature Recovery Lead, you will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district. You will also help to secure external funding for projects and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for someone who is interested in nature recovery and is keen to work with communities to restore, enhance and conserve our environment. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to BTEC, HND, HNC, NVQ level 4/5 or degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Ensure all relevant customers and company information is captured and recorded accurately • Ability to work independently under pressure and within tight deadlines • Ability to work with others to deliver key outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on apply now within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
Mar 29, 2024
Contractor
Nature Recovery Officer Are you motivated by improving our environment for local communities? An exciting opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as a Nature Recovery Officer. You will play a key role in engaging with communities on facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district, and thereby delivering on the council's climate change and nature priorities. This fixed contract post offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in working in environmental conservation and engaging with communities? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the council's ambition for a sustainable future. From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico's maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable our communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking an enthusiastic Nature Recovery Officer, who will support the Nature Recovery Lead in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature conservation specialist in the Council's climate team, delivering on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council's new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as climate related workstreams. With support from our Nature Recovery Lead, you will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district. You will also help to secure external funding for projects and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for someone who is interested in nature recovery and is keen to work with communities to restore, enhance and conserve our environment. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to BTEC, HND, HNC, NVQ level 4/5 or degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Ensure all relevant customers and company information is captured and recorded accurately • Ability to work independently under pressure and within tight deadlines • Ability to work with others to deliver key outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on apply now within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
Lead Nature Recovery Officer Are you passionate about nature recovery in the local area? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as Lead Nature Recovery Officer. You will lead on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects providing high quality and robust ecological advice to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district and on Council owned land, and thereby delivering on the Council s climate change and nature priorities. This permanent role offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in taking the next stage in your career in environmental conservation? Or are you already a Nature Recovery Officer, who is experienced in providing sound environmental guidance? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the Council s ambition for a sustainable future From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico s maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking a highly competent Nature Recovery Lead to play a pivotal role in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature-conservation specialist in the Council s climate team, spearheading biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council s new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as some climate related workstreams. You will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement=through an innovative and practical solutions-based approach. You will also represent the Council in external collaborations and consultations, secure external funding for projects, report on the biodiversity budget to Central Government, and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for a proficient Nature Recovery Lead, but we would also welcome applications from candidates looking to step up in their career. We want to support you, harness your potential and for you to flourish in your role long term. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to a degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Experience of working flexibly as part of a team and collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders • Ability to remain calm and confident when dealing with challenging customers and environments • Ability to resolve complex issues by negotiation • Deliver commitments and take ownership of own caseload, reshaping of plans to deliver required outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Lead Nature Recovery Officer Are you passionate about nature recovery in the local area? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as Lead Nature Recovery Officer. You will lead on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects providing high quality and robust ecological advice to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district and on Council owned land, and thereby delivering on the Council s climate change and nature priorities. This permanent role offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in taking the next stage in your career in environmental conservation? Or are you already a Nature Recovery Officer, who is experienced in providing sound environmental guidance? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the Council s ambition for a sustainable future From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico s maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking a highly competent Nature Recovery Lead to play a pivotal role in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature-conservation specialist in the Council s climate team, spearheading biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council s new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as some climate related workstreams. You will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement=through an innovative and practical solutions-based approach. You will also represent the Council in external collaborations and consultations, secure external funding for projects, report on the biodiversity budget to Central Government, and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for a proficient Nature Recovery Lead, but we would also welcome applications from candidates looking to step up in their career. We want to support you, harness your potential and for you to flourish in your role long term. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to a degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Experience of working flexibly as part of a team and collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders • Ability to remain calm and confident when dealing with challenging customers and environments • Ability to resolve complex issues by negotiation • Deliver commitments and take ownership of own caseload, reshaping of plans to deliver required outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on "apply now" within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It s important that we re a good fit for each other, so let us know what s important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record. TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK THE "APPLY NOW" BUTTON AND YOU WILL BE REDIRECTED TO BEGIN THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Support Coordinator This is an exciting opportunity to join the team in Worcestershire. We re looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and well organised individual to deliver a comprehensive Stroke Recovery Service across the region. Position: S11158 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, Worcestershire, however, extensive travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Part-time, 24 hours per week Salary: Circa £17,546 per annum (FTE circa £25,500 per annum) Contract: This is a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2025. Services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2025. 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: 28 April 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: 8 May 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 Stroke Service Delivery Coach, the coordinator will work with the local Health and Social Care services to receive referrals and support stroke survivors and their carers. As a coordinator you will provide personalised information, advice and support with regular reviews throughout. Key responsibilities will include: Working with the local Health and Social services to receive referrals to support stroke survivors and their carers Providing personalised information, advice and support to address any needs identified Completing Needs Assessments with stroke survivors and supporting them to develop a stroke recovery plan Providing regular reviews to support people in establishing and achieving their own personal goals. Completing 6-month Post Stroke Reviews About You You will: Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions. Have experience of working with people who may have additional communication support needs Have the ability to use basic Microsoft system This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. To fulfil the role you must be resident in 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 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. About the Organisation 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. Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it s a team effort to get there. The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team. The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people s lives. To help deliver the 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 Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Mar 28, 2024
Contractor
Support Coordinator This is an exciting opportunity to join the team in Worcestershire. We re looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and well organised individual to deliver a comprehensive Stroke Recovery Service across the region. Position: S11158 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, Worcestershire, however, extensive travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Part-time, 24 hours per week Salary: Circa £17,546 per annum (FTE circa £25,500 per annum) Contract: This is a fixed-term contract until 31 March 2025. Services are contracted, we currently have funding for this contract until 31 March 2025. 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: 28 April 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: 8 May 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 Stroke Service Delivery Coach, the coordinator will work with the local Health and Social Care services to receive referrals and support stroke survivors and their carers. As a coordinator you will provide personalised information, advice and support with regular reviews throughout. Key responsibilities will include: Working with the local Health and Social services to receive referrals to support stroke survivors and their carers Providing personalised information, advice and support to address any needs identified Completing Needs Assessments with stroke survivors and supporting them to develop a stroke recovery plan Providing regular reviews to support people in establishing and achieving their own personal goals. Completing 6-month Post Stroke Reviews About You You will: Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions. Have experience of working with people who may have additional communication support needs Have the ability to use basic Microsoft system This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role. To fulfil the role you must be resident in 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 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. About the Organisation 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. Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it s a team effort to get there. The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team. The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people s lives. To help deliver the 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 Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Between Croydon/Brighton Up to £37,000 plus paid business mileage Own Vehicle Required 12 Month Contract Hyde is looking to recruit a Neighbourhood Officer. As part of Hyde's commitment to improving customer service, Building Safety & improving neighbourhoods, we are looking to recruit a number of people into our newly created Neighbourhoods Officer roles. The Neighbourhood Officers goal is to create a secure and comfortable living environment for customers foster positive relationships with the community and ensure that Hyde meets its legal and regulatory obligations related to customer safety and security. Responsibilities Undertake property inspections across neighbourhoods to ensure Hyde is adhering to regulatory requirements and improving standards. Complete welfare and vulnerability checks with customers and produce personal centred risk assessments where applicable. Provide a proactive front-line service to customers. Foster strong relationships with residents, community groups, and local authorities, promoting a sense of security and trust within our housing communities. Responsible for the delivery of operational tasks from the fire safety and building safety legislation across in-scope buildings. Monitor and assess potential safety risks and hazards, conducting regular inspections and risk assessments to identify areas for improvement. Ensure properties meet all relevant regulatory and compliance standards, including health and safety regulations, fire safety standards, building codes, and any other applicable legislation. Maintain accurate records, documentation, and databases related to property management activities. Monitor and evaluate the performance of safety-related contracts and service providers, ensuring high standards of service delivery. Essential Qualifications and Skills Previous experience within a site-based Neighbourhood or Housing position. Strong organisational and time management skills to effectively prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement. Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation. Problem-solving skills to address maintenance and tenancy issues. Benefits Great holidays Volunteering days off 35 hour working week (9-5) A fantastic pension Life insurance Cashback on healthcare Shopping discounts Diversity and inclusion are integral to the Hyde Group, We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is the norm and not an initiative. Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we're committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace which reflects our customer profile and where everyone is proud to be unique. Hyde is a disability confident employer and we are here to support you with any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. We reserve the right to close this advert as soon as a suitable candidate has been identified.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Between Croydon/Brighton Up to £37,000 plus paid business mileage Own Vehicle Required 12 Month Contract Hyde is looking to recruit a Neighbourhood Officer. As part of Hyde's commitment to improving customer service, Building Safety & improving neighbourhoods, we are looking to recruit a number of people into our newly created Neighbourhoods Officer roles. The Neighbourhood Officers goal is to create a secure and comfortable living environment for customers foster positive relationships with the community and ensure that Hyde meets its legal and regulatory obligations related to customer safety and security. Responsibilities Undertake property inspections across neighbourhoods to ensure Hyde is adhering to regulatory requirements and improving standards. Complete welfare and vulnerability checks with customers and produce personal centred risk assessments where applicable. Provide a proactive front-line service to customers. Foster strong relationships with residents, community groups, and local authorities, promoting a sense of security and trust within our housing communities. Responsible for the delivery of operational tasks from the fire safety and building safety legislation across in-scope buildings. Monitor and assess potential safety risks and hazards, conducting regular inspections and risk assessments to identify areas for improvement. Ensure properties meet all relevant regulatory and compliance standards, including health and safety regulations, fire safety standards, building codes, and any other applicable legislation. Maintain accurate records, documentation, and databases related to property management activities. Monitor and evaluate the performance of safety-related contracts and service providers, ensuring high standards of service delivery. Essential Qualifications and Skills Previous experience within a site-based Neighbourhood or Housing position. Strong organisational and time management skills to effectively prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement. Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation. Problem-solving skills to address maintenance and tenancy issues. Benefits Great holidays Volunteering days off 35 hour working week (9-5) A fantastic pension Life insurance Cashback on healthcare Shopping discounts Diversity and inclusion are integral to the Hyde Group, We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusivity is the norm and not an initiative. Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we're committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace which reflects our customer profile and where everyone is proud to be unique. Hyde is a disability confident employer and we are here to support you with any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. We reserve the right to close this advert as soon as a suitable candidate has been identified.
Support Coordinator This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke. We are looking for an innovative, passionate, and professional individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service based in Hertfordshire. Position: 11156 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, Hertfordshire, however frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time 35 hour per week Salary: Circa £25,500 per annum (inner London weighting £3,299 per annum or outer London weighting £1,755 per annum may be applied in accordance with where you live) Contract: Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31 March 2025. 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: 21 April 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: 29 April 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 Service Delivery Coach in the East of England, you will have the ability to support stroke survivors to identify their goals. Using strong assessment skills and a person-centred approach enabling them to maximise their recovery and improve communication. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community. Providing personalised information, advice and support. Enabling stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes. Working with other health and social care professionals across the stroke pathway to ensure high quality support. About You You will have experience in: Experience/ background in a caring profession, ideally supporting people with disabilities Excellent IT skills and an ability to maintain accurate records. An affinity with the values of the Association. A flexible approach and an ability to effectively manage a caseload. This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can 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 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. About the Organisation 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. Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it s a team effort to get there. The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team. The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people s lives. To help deliver the 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 Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Mar 28, 2024
Contractor
Support Coordinator This is an exciting opportunity to work with stroke survivors and their families to support them following stroke. We are looking for an innovative, passionate, and professional individual with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service based in Hertfordshire. Position: 11156 Stroke Support Coordinator Location: Home-based, Hertfordshire, however frequent travel will be required as part of this role (may include team meetings or other work-related meetings) Hours: Full-time 35 hour per week Salary: Circa £25,500 per annum (inner London weighting £3,299 per annum or outer London weighting £1,755 per annum may be applied in accordance with where you live) Contract: Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31 March 2025. 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: 21 April 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: 29 April 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 Service Delivery Coach in the East of England, you will have the ability to support stroke survivors to identify their goals. Using strong assessment skills and a person-centred approach enabling them to maximise their recovery and improve communication. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting new stroke survivors and their carers from hospital discharge into the community. Providing personalised information, advice and support. Enabling stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes which will help them to prevent further strokes. Working with other health and social care professionals across the stroke pathway to ensure high quality support. About You You will have experience in: Experience/ background in a caring profession, ideally supporting people with disabilities Excellent IT skills and an ability to maintain accurate records. An affinity with the values of the Association. A flexible approach and an ability to effectively manage a caseload. This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can 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 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. About the Organisation 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. Everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke. And it s a team effort to get there. The charity provides specialist support, funds critical research and campaigns to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support to rebuild their lives. The organisation is working to improve the diversity of the team. Because individuality leads to a richer experience for its people and better support for those affected by stroke. People from all backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. And particularly applications from those with lived experience of stroke and those from under-represented communities. Every five minutes, stroke destroys lives. Help rebuild them and join the team. The charity developed a bold new corporate strategy so that they can rebuild more lives after stroke and make a bigger difference to people s lives. To help deliver the 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 Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Social Care and Support Officer, Rehabilitation Coordinator, Volunteering Manager, Care and Support Officer, Social Care Worker, Health, Health Care, Support Worker, Care Worker, Social Care Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Relief Support Worker, Support Worker Disabilities, Day Centre Support Worker, Rehabilitation Support Worker, Night Support Worker, Stroke Support Worker, Disability, Disability Support, Stroke. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Lead Nature Recovery Officer Are you passionate about nature recovery in the local area? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as Lead Nature Recovery Officer. You will lead on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects providing high quality and robust ecological advice to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district and on Council owned land, and thereby delivering on the Council's climate change and nature priorities. This permanent role offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in taking the next stage in your career in environmental conservation? Or are you already a Nature Recovery Officer, who is experienced in providing sound environmental guidance? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the Council's ambition for a sustainable future From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico's maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking a highly competent Nature Recovery Lead to play a pivotal role in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature-conservation specialist in the Council's climate team, spearheading biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council's new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as some climate related workstreams. You will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement=through an innovative and practical solutions-based approach. You will also represent the Council in external collaborations and consultations, secure external funding for projects, report on the biodiversity budget to Central Government, and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for a proficient Nature Recovery Lead, but we would also welcome applications from candidates looking to step up in their career. We want to support you, harness your potential and for you to flourish in your role long term. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to a degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Experience of working flexibly as part of a team and collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders • Ability to remain calm and confident when dealing with challenging customers and environments • Ability to resolve complex issues by negotiation • Deliver commitments and take ownership of own caseload, reshaping of plans to deliver required outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on apply now within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Lead Nature Recovery Officer Are you passionate about nature recovery in the local area? An exceptional opportunity to join West Oxfordshire District Council as Lead Nature Recovery Officer. You will lead on biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects providing high quality and robust ecological advice to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement across the district and on Council owned land, and thereby delivering on the Council's climate change and nature priorities. This permanent role offers the flexibility of working within the offices at Witney and agile working, allowing you that extra freedom and work life balance. Are you interested in taking the next stage in your career in environmental conservation? Or are you already a Nature Recovery Officer, who is experienced in providing sound environmental guidance? If so, we would love to hear from you. Our environmental service is fundamental to the success of the Council's ambition for a sustainable future From high BNG requirements in the Salt Cross Garden Village to funding local nature recovery demonstrators, improving community access at Deer Park South and modifying Ubico's maintenance regimes to encourage rewilding, our focus is to enable communities in West Oxfordshire to thrive, creating sustainable places for people to live, work, learn and enjoy. We want our future generations to blossom too and are serious about tackling the climate and environmental emergencies. Now is a fantastic time to be joining us. We want to successfully deliver our Council priorities and shape our environment for the benefit of the local area and beyond. We are seeking a highly competent Nature Recovery Lead to play a pivotal role in providing sound ecological advice. You will be a nature-conservation specialist in the Council's climate team, spearheading biodiversity-focused land management and enhancement projects in the Council's new Nature Recovery Plan, as well as some climate related workstreams. You will work with a variety of different stakeholders to facilitate nature recovery and enhancement=through an innovative and practical solutions-based approach. You will also represent the Council in external collaborations and consultations, secure external funding for projects, report on the biodiversity budget to Central Government, and improve environmental policies to ensure positive sustainable outcomes. Ultimately, we are looking for a proficient Nature Recovery Lead, but we would also welcome applications from candidates looking to step up in their career. We want to support you, harness your potential and for you to flourish in your role long term. You will need • A qualification in your area of expertise, equivalent to a degree in Biology, Zoology, Ecology or Conservation or relevant experience of five years • Experience of working flexibly as part of a team and collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders • Ability to remain calm and confident when dealing with challenging customers and environments • Ability to resolve complex issues by negotiation • Deliver commitments and take ownership of own caseload, reshaping of plans to deliver required outcomes For more information about this role please see the Job Description/Person Specification. What can we do for you • Agile working allowing a mix of home and office working • Flexible working arrangements (depending on the role) • 27 days paid annual leave (pro rata if you are working part time) plus bank holidays and an extra two volunteering days off a year for you to support a charity of your choice • Health cash plan giving you cash back on health, dental and eye care • Pension scheme with a good employer contribution of 5% of your earnings • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7, providing positive, preventative and supportive advice and counselling to deal with everyday events and issues • Cycle to work scheme • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme with huge tax and NI savings to be made on electric cars • Access to digital financial advice (covering your pension scheme, mortgages and other finances) • Generous sickness cover above statutory entitlements • Additional income protection, covering 50% of your salary for potentially a further five years if you are unable to work due to sickness or injury • Life assurance, currently four times your annual salary • These are just a handful of the benefits that you can enjoy when you join us! To apply for this position please click on apply now within this page and submit your CV and supporting statement. Please tell us about your skills, knowledge, qualifications, experience and how they meet the criteria listed above and in the job description/person specification. It's important that we're a good fit for each other, so let us know what's important to you and why you want to work for Publica Group Ltd Your application will not be considered if you have not provided a supporting statement, in addition to your CV. Accredited of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies - Please state this within your covering statement or in a separate email. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults, young people and children. Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies Safer recruitment practices are applied to all job vacancies. Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire; provide references; proof of identity; nationality and immigration status; three years' employment or education history (if applicable) and, in some cases, verification of criminal record.
Metropolitan Thames Valley
Beeston, Nottinghamshire
This Role: Income Officer known internally as a Customer Accounts Advisor - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Beeston, NG9 1LA Salary 28,619 inclusive of our 2024 pay award Free Onsite Parking Available Hybrid role At Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing we have a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate, inquisitive and detail-oriented to join our team of dedicated Customer Account Advisors. If you?re looking for a role where you can utilise your customer service skills, work together with like-minded colleagues to achieve targets, and make a real difference to our residents? lives then this could be the role for you. The position of a Customer Accounts Advisor is to proactively review and manage accounts that are in static or increasing arrears, and sometimes at risk of legal action or eviction. Empathy and a desire to help others is vital in order to understand each customers situation and look for possible avenues of income recovery, while also being firm and clear with outcomes and expectations. Key responsibilities Engage with our residents on the phone, usually through outbound contact and less frequently through inbound, also via email and letters where required. Prevent and reduce arrears by providing information and support, negotiate and implement payment arrangements, and signpost for external funding where applicable Assist with welfare benefits related issues and queries, using knowledge of this area to help residents maximise potential income. Liaise with internal teams and external agencies in order to reach resolutions and maximise the support our residents receive Follow the debt recovery process, taking cases through the legal process until concluded where necessary. What you?ll need to succeed Excellent communication skills and the ability to negotiate and deliver clear messages. Be able to work and manage your caseload independently, as well as working within the team to achieve shared targets. Great attention to detail and be process-driven Empathy combined with judgement and facts established to assess and decide on the best course of action for each case. Prior knowledge of the welfare benefits system, and a background in collections or social housing would be desirable What else do you need to know? This role offers a salary of 28,619 In line with our smarter working approach, you will be required to work in our office based in Beeston 2/3 days per week on an alternate basis, with shifts ranging between 8am ? 6pm, Monday to Friday. You?ll have access to your rota and shift pattern at least 4 weeks in advance. At MTVH our values of care, dare and collaborate run through all that we do, and we?re looking for people who demonstrate these behaviours every day of the week. If you're interested in this role, take a look at the attached Job Description for more details and if it?s the ideal job for you, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or for more information call us now on (phone number removed). Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What?s in it for you? Our benefits include:- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities An additional ?Beliefs day? once a year to have an extra a day off Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9% Life assurance cover 3 x your salary Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too Tenancy deposit ? interest free loan to help with rental deposits Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring programme and apprenticeships We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation About us Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ?Serving people better every day? to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other?s wellbeing. Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Mar 28, 2024
Contractor
This Role: Income Officer known internally as a Customer Accounts Advisor - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Location: Beeston, NG9 1LA Salary 28,619 inclusive of our 2024 pay award Free Onsite Parking Available Hybrid role At Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing we have a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate, inquisitive and detail-oriented to join our team of dedicated Customer Account Advisors. If you?re looking for a role where you can utilise your customer service skills, work together with like-minded colleagues to achieve targets, and make a real difference to our residents? lives then this could be the role for you. The position of a Customer Accounts Advisor is to proactively review and manage accounts that are in static or increasing arrears, and sometimes at risk of legal action or eviction. Empathy and a desire to help others is vital in order to understand each customers situation and look for possible avenues of income recovery, while also being firm and clear with outcomes and expectations. Key responsibilities Engage with our residents on the phone, usually through outbound contact and less frequently through inbound, also via email and letters where required. Prevent and reduce arrears by providing information and support, negotiate and implement payment arrangements, and signpost for external funding where applicable Assist with welfare benefits related issues and queries, using knowledge of this area to help residents maximise potential income. Liaise with internal teams and external agencies in order to reach resolutions and maximise the support our residents receive Follow the debt recovery process, taking cases through the legal process until concluded where necessary. What you?ll need to succeed Excellent communication skills and the ability to negotiate and deliver clear messages. Be able to work and manage your caseload independently, as well as working within the team to achieve shared targets. Great attention to detail and be process-driven Empathy combined with judgement and facts established to assess and decide on the best course of action for each case. Prior knowledge of the welfare benefits system, and a background in collections or social housing would be desirable What else do you need to know? This role offers a salary of 28,619 In line with our smarter working approach, you will be required to work in our office based in Beeston 2/3 days per week on an alternate basis, with shifts ranging between 8am ? 6pm, Monday to Friday. You?ll have access to your rota and shift pattern at least 4 weeks in advance. At MTVH our values of care, dare and collaborate run through all that we do, and we?re looking for people who demonstrate these behaviours every day of the week. If you're interested in this role, take a look at the attached Job Description for more details and if it?s the ideal job for you, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or for more information call us now on (phone number removed). Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What?s in it for you? Our benefits include:- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities An additional ?Beliefs day? once a year to have an extra a day off Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9% Life assurance cover 3 x your salary Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too Tenancy deposit ? interest free loan to help with rental deposits Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring programme and apprenticeships We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation About us Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ?Serving people better every day? to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other?s wellbeing. Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Salary: £35,542 - £37,413 with effect from 1st April 2024 to reflect the annual pay award The safety of our customers, and therefore building safety, is our number one priority. This role will work across our diverse geography & portfolio to ensure we take a coherent and co-ordinated approach to building safety at a time when expectations are rightly increasing. The Customer Liaison Officer will deliver a business-critical service to ensure that customers? expectations are exceeded. This role and will give the right candidate the opportunity to shape our strategy for supporting our customers. The Safer Building Department has a varied workload with demanding timescales, the Customer Liaison Officer will be responsible for owning the communication with our customers and supporting Building Safer team with the delivery of works. This is a key role and will help ensure the safety of our customers. What you'll need to succeed: Strong communication (both written and verbal) and presentation skills Ability to maintain attention to detail in a busy environment. Experience of providing a high level of customer service Confident and experienced collaborator. Natural problem-solving skills. Strong ICT capability, EXCEL, WORD etc. Proven prioritisation skills Experienced Team Worker Always provide a high level of service This role may require occassional travel to our Premier House office (TW1 3RP). Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What?s in it for you? Our benefits include:- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities An additional ?Beliefs day? once a year to have an extra a day off Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9% Life assurance cover 3 x your salary Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too Tenancy deposit ? interest free loan to help with rental deposits Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring programme and apprenticeships We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation About us Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ?Serving people better every day? to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other?s wellbeing. Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Salary: £35,542 - £37,413 with effect from 1st April 2024 to reflect the annual pay award The safety of our customers, and therefore building safety, is our number one priority. This role will work across our diverse geography & portfolio to ensure we take a coherent and co-ordinated approach to building safety at a time when expectations are rightly increasing. The Customer Liaison Officer will deliver a business-critical service to ensure that customers? expectations are exceeded. This role and will give the right candidate the opportunity to shape our strategy for supporting our customers. The Safer Building Department has a varied workload with demanding timescales, the Customer Liaison Officer will be responsible for owning the communication with our customers and supporting Building Safer team with the delivery of works. This is a key role and will help ensure the safety of our customers. What you'll need to succeed: Strong communication (both written and verbal) and presentation skills Ability to maintain attention to detail in a busy environment. Experience of providing a high level of customer service Confident and experienced collaborator. Natural problem-solving skills. Strong ICT capability, EXCEL, WORD etc. Proven prioritisation skills Experienced Team Worker Always provide a high level of service This role may require occassional travel to our Premier House office (TW1 3RP). Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship. What?s in it for you? Our benefits include:- 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities An additional ?Beliefs day? once a year to have an extra a day off Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9% Life assurance cover 3 x your salary Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too Tenancy deposit ? interest free loan to help with rental deposits Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring programme and apprenticeships We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation About us Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document Our promise Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ?Serving people better every day? to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve. We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other?s wellbeing. Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together! We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.