Previous Job Next Job You will be working with children aged 5-11 and you will coordinate a programme of activities to improve their emotional wellbeing, physical health, self-belief and work-based skills. You will be engaging children in a wide variety of outdoor learning activities including animal care, bush craft, gardening, along with conservation tasks across our 37 acres of wildflower meadows and woodland. The post holder will also be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with local schools and other relevant organisations. We are looking for a creative, innovative and self-motivated individual who is passionate about supporting children to realise their potential, and who has excellent knowledge and skills of a wide range of nature-based activities, which can be used to engage children. To apply, use the links found on the Bath City Farm jobs page , where you can download the full job description and person specification, read their privacy notice for applicants, then download and complete the application form and send to recruitment@bathcityfarm.org.uk < All Jobs Children’s Outdoor Project Coordinator Salary: £14,911 per annum (Full time equivalent £23,299) Hours: 24 hours per week (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) Contract Type: Part-time Location: Bath City Farm, between Twerton and Whiteway Close Date: Sunday, 22 May 2022 Email Contact: recruitment@bathcityfarm.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Previous Job Next Job Part Time Minibus Driver Required (D1 licence essential) Tuesdays 8am – 4:30pm (7.5 hrs per week – overtime may be required) Cover will also be required to cover holidays and sickness Salary starting @ £10.16 per hour Job Description available, please phone: 01761 417504 or email: info@dialaridemsn.co.uk ) Required for immediate start once training is provided Please send in a CV detailing previous experience and suitability for the position Closing date for applications 4th August 2022 Send to MSN & Radstock Dial a Ride, the Hollies, High Street, Midsomer Norton BA3 2DP or email to info@dialaridemsn.co.uk Also, Relief Drivers are required to cover for Holidays & Sickness < All Jobs Part-Time Minibus Driver Salary: Starting at £10.16 per hour Hours: Tuesdays 8am – 4:30pm (7.5 hrs per week – overtime may be required) Contract Type: Part-time Location: Midsomer Norton & Radstock Close Date: Thursday, 4 August 2022 Email Contact: info@dialaridemsn.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Root Connections CIC Brief Description of Organisation In early 2018 The Connect Centre won some funding from Somerset Community Foundation to launch a Community Interest Company which is a non-for-profit company where all profits go toward ending homelessness. Our partnering charity is Elim Connect Centre who oversee the management and running of the Dairy House providing the additional wrap around support needed to give residents the best possible chance of recovery and positively progressing. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation In early 2018 The Connect Centre won some funding from Somerset Community Foundation to launch a Community Interest Company which is a non-for-profit company where all profits go toward ending homelessness. Our partnering charity is Elim Connect Centre who oversee the management and running of the Dairy House providing the additional wrap around support needed to give residents the best possible chance of recovery and positively progressing. The Dairy House Elim’s Direct Access Community (DAC) is an innovative project forged out of a partnership between Mendip District Council, Addicott Partners (Manor Farm) and Elim Connect Centre which launched in 2015 and is called the Dairy House. In addition to the services you would expect from a Direct Access service in terms of pro-actively working through a support plan, DAC operates as a community house. This has been spearheaded by Suzanne Addicott. Our Residents The residents cook and eat together, and engage in a number of structured activities including art, pottery, animal care and hedge-laying. This approach is focussed on a wholistic preparation for the next steps after leaving the farm. As part of the activities and wholistic treatment for residents a community garden was developed enabling volunteers from the local community and residents to come together and farm produce together. If you are homeless or if you know someone who is currently homeless or rough sleeping in the Mendip area please advise them to contact The Connect Centre, Wells. Root Connections CIC Brief Description of Organisation In early 2018 The Connect Centre won some funding from Somerset Community Foundation to launch a Community Interest Company which is a non-for-profit company where all profits go toward ending homelessness. Our partnering charity is Elim Connect Centre who oversee the management and running of the Dairy House providing the additional wrap around support needed to give residents the best possible chance of recovery and positively progressing. Visit WebSite

Bath & Bristol Parenting Hub Brief Description of Organisation We provide parenting courses, workshops and one-to-one support for parents of school-aged children in Bath, Bristol and the surrounding areas, both online and in person. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Bath and Bristol Parenting Hub provides benefit to parents of children aged 2 – 17yrs, predominantly in the Bath and Bristol areas and surrounding, including Somerset, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire. This also includes caregivers and guardians acting in a parental role. We provide access to a range of parenting support for school aged parents including Triple P parenting courses; child nutrition; resilience and confidence workshops; and anxiety workshops. Our provision allows parents to access the support they need swiftly, which is relevant to their children’s age by delivering age-specific courses for 3 to 12 and 12+ aged children. The knock-on effect of good parenting on children includes benefits to development, well-being, future relationships, confidence, self-esteem, family bonding, emotional regulation, friendship with peers, mental health and resilience, to name a few. Bath & Bristol Parenting Hub Brief Description of Organisation We provide parenting courses, workshops and one-to-one support for parents of school-aged children in Bath, Bristol and the surrounding areas, both online and in person. Visit WebSite

Previous Job Next Job About FareShare South West: FareShare South West is part of the national FareShare U.K. network of surplus food redistribution charities. We fight food poverty by tackling food waste. We source quality surplus food – from food retailers, manufacturers, and suppliers – engaging volunteers to redistribute to local charities and community groups that provide meals to vulnerable people (individuals who are homeless, unemployed, socially isolated, recovering from addictions, etc.). Our food is a vital lifeline for children and families, people on low incomes, people who have lost their jobs, the homeless, refugees, domestic abuse survivors, the elderly, and keyworkers. Purpose: · To develop FSSWs network of local suppliers and further build relationships with those that already donate their surplus. Aligning with the needs of an increasing and diverse group of Community Food Members (CFMs), seasonal fluctuations in demand, and unforeseen emergencies, allowing FareShare South West (FSSW) to deliver against its charitable mission · To ensure that our food is effectively and safely collected, stored, and re-distributed across a multi-site operation, utilising the most efficient routes, transportation solutions, and stock management. · To support the FLM, FSSW Operations and Regional Membership Teams within the existing operational capacity of the Charity in effectively managing sustainable growth to align with charity-wide operational plans. · To understand the differing needs of separate regions and support development of appropriate food and logistics solutions. Local Food Sourcing: · Support delivery of Local Food Sourcing Strategy to create a sustainable, growing, and long-term source of local & regional food to compliment food sourced by/through FSUK. This will include: o Research potential sources of food by geography, food type, and sector (retail, wholesale, producer, grower) o Programme of outreach work to establish contact, broker relationships (including on-site visits) and work with FLM to secure food supplies in line with infrastructure/growth plans o Support FLM working alongside other FareShare regional centres to share local food opportunities o Co-ordination of logistics to cost effectively receive surplus food. · Supplier Engagement – working with Comms Manager to create regular content to engage suppliers, including impact, case studies, quotes, pictures etc. · Lead internal reporting on food sourcing activity, working with FLM Food management: · Support FLM to manage ad-hoc food Offers from FSUK (non-Salesforce), manage the operational and storage capacity across all FSSW sites with growing/future demand and date of food. · Work with warehouses and membership team to understand need of membership base, to efficiently allocate/manage unusual food and non-food offers. · Ad hoc support warehouse staff and Heads of Region to raise food cases to FSUK where capacity is limited. · Support regional teams’ engagement with national/local food suppliers. · Manage the BAU PCP collections and Food Drives and support the FLM with developing store & FSUK relationships · Monitor and report customer satisfaction/complaints and trends as applied to food Logistics: · Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure efficient use of the existing fleet of vans to maximise food collections across all sites · Support FLM in use of a dedicated van/truck for food collections and movement of stock around FSSW sites · Support the movement of stock across FSSW sites to ensure adequate stocks are in place to support order fulfilment, and ensure it is moved safely and compliantly Administration/General: · As needed, represent FSSW in local collaborations/partnerships addressing local food waste or surplus food e.g. Going for Gold. · As needed, liaise with FSUK and other Regional Centres and be the main point of contact on matters related to food sourcing and logistics. · Provide training for colleagues where upskilling is required. · Provide FLM with timely updates on performance and produce a monthly Food & Logistics report. · As needed, contribute to the preparation of annual budgets and plans · Ensure that accurate and up to date food sourcing records (including future CRM) are maintained and are accessible · Provide reports and information about activity, performance, and impact as necessary and upon request · Work within national FareShare policies, procedures and adhere to legal frameworks · Undertake administrative duties as required Essential Requirements · Clean driving license, access to a car and willing to travel · Have exceptional relationship building skills with a range of stakeholders · Be a strong communicator who is able to engage with a variety of audience · Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills · Self-manage your own performance and workload · Have initiative and innovative thinking, in order to shape new/different ways of working · Be organised, with a proven track record of achieving quality results · Have strong IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Desirable requirements · Level 2/3 Food Safety training is desirable, but training will be provided · Experience working with or in the food industry · Experience working in the third sector < All Jobs Food Sourcing Officer Salary: £21,892 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Full-time, 1 Year Fixed Term Contract Location: Bristol, Plymouth or Southampton based with regular travel & option of remote working Close Date: Wednesday, 14 December 2022 Email Contact: recruitment@faresharesouthwest.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Previous Job Next Job You will be working with children aged 5-11 and you will coordinate a programme of activities to improve their emotional wellbeing, physical health, self-belief and work-based skills. This role includes planning and leading an after school farm club group on Thursdays and a Saturday morning club, as well as supporting the delivery of the Farm Hands group (ages 11 to 18) on a Saturday afternoon. You will be engaging children in a wide variety of outdoor learning activities including animal care, bush craft, gardening, along with conservation tasks across our 37 acres of wildflower meadows and woodland. The post holder will also be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with local schools and other relevant organisations. We are looking for a creative, innovative and self-motivated individual who is passionate about supporting children to realise their potential, and who has excellent knowledge and skills of a wide range of nature-based activities, which can be used to engage children. To apply, use the links found on the Bath City Farm jobs page , where you can download the full job description and person specification, read their privacy notice for applicants, then download and complete the application form and send to recruitment@bathcityfarm.org.uk Please also click and complete our equalities and diversity survey. Please note, applications must be made using our application form. CVs will not be accepted. Hours: 24 hours per week (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) Closing date for applications: Wednesday 6 July 2022 Proposed interview date: TBC Week commencing 11 July 2022 Salary: £15,433 per annum (Full time equivalent £24,114) We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. Bath City Farm is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and of vulnerable adults. The post holder will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. < All Jobs Children’s Outdoor Learning Coordinator Salary: £15,433 per annum (Full time equivalent £24,114) Hours: 24 hours per week (Thursday, Friday and Saturday) Contract Type: Part-time Location: Bath City Farm Close Date: Tuesday, 5 July 2022 Email Contact: recruitment@bathcityfarm.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Previous Job Next Job GENERAL ReMind UK (formerly RICE) leads and collaborates on essential research and service delivery to improve the health and find effective treatment for those impacted by dementia and other related conditions. ReMind UK is a cutting-edge research and treatment centre located in Bath, working in both clinical trial and academic research. We are an independent charity focused on essential research and provide support for people with dementia and other conditions of older age, their families and carers; dedicated to improving the quality of life of everyone involved. Our contracted NHS Memory Clinic service and post diagnosis activities also provide support to patients, families and carers. ReMind has undergone a major rebrand and was formerly known as RICE – The Research Institute for the Care of Older people and you may see both names used in relation to this role and our wider activities during the phased transition. THE ROLE This is a varied and proactive role which would suit someone with great administrative and organisational skills who enjoys working on a variety of activities. The role supports the ReMind UK team, working with our clinical specialists and wider team to support administration. The work is varied and interesting and the successful candidate will need to be organised, flexible and reliable. We are looking for someone who possesses the ability to meet the demands of the service and is able to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, including patients, funders and supporters. You will need to demonstrate a track record of strong interpersonal skills and generating communications such as letters, forms and flyers. The role requires skills in using MS Office and a CRM database as well as various IT packages for minutes, presentations and data gathering. Attention to detail is a must, as is a can-do attitude. No day will be the same and the person will need to balance and prioritise various tasks. We are looking for a team player and a 'completer-finisher', with excellent communication skills and eye for detail. < All Jobs Medical Secretary Salary: £22,816 - £24,336 pro rata Hours: 22.5 Contract Type: Part time Location: Bath Close Date: Sunday, 14 July 2024 Email Contact: alison.easto@rice.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Chew Valley Performing Arts Brief Description of Organisation Valley Arts is a Performing Arts charity in the Chew Valley and we bring live performance to our rural community. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Rooted in our rural Chew Valley community, our vision is for everyone to be entertained,inspired and supported by the arts through access to high quality, thought provoking and diverse live performance without barriers. We want to be part of a world where creativity is enjoyed by everyone. We offer a year round programme of events and activities including regular professional performances in village venues, a thriving weekly youth theatre, holiday clubs and school workshops and outdoor summer performances. This all culminates in a vibrant month long autumn Fringe Festival. See more on https://www.valleyartscentre.co.uk/ Chew Valley Performing Arts Brief Description of Organisation Valley Arts is a Performing Arts charity in the Chew Valley and we bring live performance to our rural community. Visit WebSite

Previous Job Next Job The Role DHI are recruiting a Supported Housing Worker to work with clients within Bath and South Glos to turn their lives around and move into independent accommodation. We are looking for people who can bring creativity and enthusiasm to supporting clients, helping them to make positive changes in their lives. You will be joining a small but vibrant Supported Housing Team who work collaboratively to support each other, and to deliver an exceptional service to our clients. The role is varied and interesting including supporting clients to maximise their income, apply for education/training courses and start to rebuild relationships bringing a real sense of job satisfaction. A Driving Licence with access to vehicle and willingness to use it for work travel is essential. About You At DHI we highly value transferable skills and life experience. If you have good organisational skills, can manage relationships, solve problems, and are resilient, adaptable and flexible then we would love to hear from you. Your background could be from anywhere where you have needed to apply problem solving and motivational skills. Teaching, ex-armed forces, customer service are all examples of just some professions where we believe these transferable skills are often found, or you may have lived experience. Our Values We are an award winning charity that challenges social exclusion by supporting people to achieve their potential and our values underpin this. If you share DHI’s values of flexibility, stimulation, self- direction and zest for life, then we encourage you to apply. We look forward to exploring these with you during the interview process should you be successful at the shortlisting stage. What We Offer We offer a variety of training to enable the successful candidate to develop and thrive within this role including within motivational interviewing techniques, professional boundaries and housing. As an employee of DHI, you will have also access to our Employee Assistance Programme, our Cycle Scheme, 26 days paid annual leave/up to 31 days paid leave (service-related) , company pension scheme and Charity Worker Discounts. You will also have the option to take part in DHI’s on-call service which is paid at an additional £100 per week. Next Steps If you’d like to know more about the role please visit our website which contains all the information you need. < All Jobs Supported Housing Worker - Bath Salary: £23,194 - £27,852 depending on experience Hours: 37.5 hours Contract Type: Perm Location: Based in Bath, with weekly travel to Patchway (South Glos) Close Date: Friday, 27 October 2023 Email Contact: Recruitment@dhibath.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Previous Job Next Job SWALLOW is a charity, based in Midsomer Norton, supporting teenagers and adults with learning disabilities. We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible person with experience of working with young people with learning disabilities to take the lead role at our weekly term time Youth Club. The successful candidate will be committed to the development and independence of the young people in the group. Responsibilities will include planning creative and engaging sessions, monitoring progress and development and adapting the programme as required. There may be some flexibility around hours worked in school holidays Job Purpose: This project is funded by Children in Need and subject to continuation of this funding. As Youth Club Leader, you will set up and run an after school youth club at the SWALLOW office every Thursday during term time. Working with local young people including those from Fosse Way School, the youth club will help students to learn about and build links with SWALLOW & similar organisations that will be able to support them in adulthood, aiding transition. In consultation with the young people, you will organise a scheduled programme of activities, organise staffing, recruitment and be responsible for the overall safety and behavior of the children attending the club. Main Duties: To plan creative and engaging sessions with and for young people with learning disabilities To publicise the sessions to young people and their parents to encourage as many people as possible to attend the clubs, helping to produce promotional materials. To ensure that all the correct paperwork for activities are completed, including attendance sheets and progress reports on individuals. To ensure staff are aware of who will be attending and risks / training that is associated – and complete risk assessments as required. To be available for first aid/medical/behavioural emergencies during club time To monitor the progress of the children’s development whilst attending the sessions, developing systems which involve both the young people and other support staff, and to use this information to adapt the programme and also to feedback changes and differences made by the project to Children in Need. To supervise, lead and assist young people in activities which build confidence and increase knowledge of the adult world whilst encouraging good behaviour To take responsibility for the Health and Safety, Accident Prevention and smooth running of emergency procedures for both children and other members of staff - To record and report any Accidents/Incidents within the club To take responsibility, with other staff members, for following the club’s procedures. To understand and follow the club’s Child Protection Policy To carry out administrative duties and financial record keeping in line with the club’s agreed procedures To maintain confidentiality at all times To complete end of year reporting for Children in Need, as the funders of the youth club. To ensure monitoring and evaluation processes are used during the project. Additional responsibilities: To assist with the setting out and clearing up of equipment and encourage the young people to take responsibility for their own behaviour and to show care and consideration for others To ensure children are consulted about the service provided and their views and ideas are valued and respected To assist with serving of refreshments To communicate well with the young people , staff, school and parents To fill in for staff at clubs where required To work with the young people in planning and implementing day to day activities To ensure the activities are flexible and take account of all abilities To take part in staff meetings and programme planning meetings with SWALLOW To attend relevant training as required to fulfil job description. To carry out any other duties appropriate to this post On an occasional basis Network with play workers from other clubs. Relationships - The youth group leader may be required to: Work in a team with other play workers. Liaise with parents. Liaise with school staff as required. Meet with play workers from other clubs and play settings Other Information Based at SWALLOW Enhanced Childrens DBS check will be required for this post Skills & Qualifications: Although a Level 2 qualification in childcare or play work is preferable, it is not essential. Training in First Aid, play work and other in-house training is also available. You must be organised and reliable, previous experience of working with children is desirable Youth Leader Person Specification Essential Experience of supporting children or young people with a learning disability Organisational/planning skills Report writing skills Experience of liaising with parents/carers Willing to take part in training Good communication skills Good interpersonal skills Enthusiastic Responsible, honest and reliable Able to use initiative Good sense of humour Is flexible in approach Desirable First Aid Health & Safety A Childcare Qualification A good general education with English qualification Specific skill in e.g. music, drama, arts, sports. < All Jobs Youth Club Leader Salary: Starting Salary £12.84 per hour Hours: 4 hours per week, Thursdays 13:45-17:45 Contract Type: 3 year fixed term contract Location: Midsomer Norton Close Date: Friday, 2 June 2023 Email Contact: swallowrecruitment@swallowcharity.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Previous Job Next Job We are currently recruiting for the VCS (CYP) Network Officer position and looking for an exceptional individual, passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people and BAPP’s child-centred, inclusive values and keen to support the wider community through support for organisations. With a recent uplift to funding, the role will include supporting CYPN members to engage in an increasing range of joint initiatives with universities: e.g. collaborating in the Development, evaluation, and research bids and projects; Collaborative Knowledge Exchange initiatives, Public engagement activities and Civic engagement opportunities There are an additional 9 hours/ week for undertaking community engagement funded for 12 months, increasing hours to 33/week. This will include BAPP Volunteer recruitment, Impact measurement development and support with developing communications & relationships with businesses and awareness raising through meetings & social media. This is an exciting opportunity to bring your skills and experiences to our small friendly team, building relationships with Higher Education and businesses and develop collaboration for BAPP and our Network members. You will be qualified to degree level, be a confident and independent worker, able to use their initiative and use innovative approaches to building and developing projects as well as have an understanding of the local area and the third sector. Ideally you will have worked with children and young people but this is not essential. We are looking for a friendly person to join our team and enable BAPP and the wider network to develop new ways of engaging and working together! < All Jobs VCS Network & Engagement Officer Salary: £25,481 - £27,741 pro-rata 24 to 33 hours week, flexible Hours: 24-33 Contract Type: Part time Location: Odd Down Community Centre BA2 2TL Close Date: Friday, 7 July 2023 Email Contact: caroline@bathareaplayproject.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Previous Job Next Job BaNES Third Sector Group (3SG) is searching for a Project Manager to join our small but highly effective and dedicated team. We are seeking an individual who is passionate about supporting the Third Sector, leading on the many events that are held for our members, and working at all times in the best interests of the organisations that 3SG assists to help strengthen the sector across Bath and North East Somerset (BaNES). 3SG is an independent membership network supporting the charity, social enterprise, faith and voluntary sector operating in Bath and North East Somerset. Our aim is to raise the profile of our members, and partner companies they work within, provide 1-1 support and give them a chance to influence local strategic decision making. Our priorities going forward are to continue working with our 214 charity members to give them the best possible support in what has and continues to be, very challenging times. Our new Project Manager will be key to this objective, providing 1:1 support where needed and being able to confidently facilitate both online and in person meetings and events. You will work alongside the Director to deliver opportunities for members through various funding applications and support annual projects and initiatives with enthusiasm and flair! This is a varied and exciting role for a motivated individual who is ready to hit the ground running, who is happy to work both individually and as part of a team and who thrives in a networking environment with others. You will work closely in a team of three, which reports to the board of trustees. In return, 3SG can offer a competitive salary and benefits package, working alongside amazing colleagues with big plans for the future! If you’re ready for a new challenge and want to make a difference in the local third sector, please email your CV and a brief supporting statement to becky@3sg.org.uk by Monday, 12th June. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who identify as BAME, LGBT+ or Disabled. If you have any access requirements, please let us know by contacting: contact@3sg.org.uk or call: 01225 683087. Job Description Click Here to view the full Job Description How To Apply: Please email your CV and a brief supporting statement to becky@3sg.org.uk Application Deadline: Monday, 12th June at 5pm Interview Dates: TBC If you would like to speak to a member of the team before applying then just drop us an email at contact@3sg.org.uk with your queries – we’d love to hear from you. NO AGENCIES PLEASE – we prefer to fill our roles without the help of recruitment agencies, thank you for respecting this. 3SG’s objective is to ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and otherwise treated solely on the basis of their relevant aptitudes, skills and abilities. < All Jobs Project Manager Salary: £30,000 Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week, includes some early evening work Contract Type: Fixed Term full-time Location: Combination of office-based working at the 3SG office based in central Bath, and some remote working Close Date: Monday, 12 June 2023 Email Contact: becky@3sg.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Home for Good Brief Description of Organisation Every fifteen minutes in the UK, a child will come into care. Many will have suffered neglect or abuse, all will experience trauma and loss. Each one deserves a home where they will be loved, nurtured and enabled to thrive, whether that’s through short-term or long-term foster care, with a new adoptive family, or through supported lodgings. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Every fifteen minutes in the UK, a child will come into care. Many will have suffered neglect or abuse, all will experience trauma and loss. Each one deserves a home where they will be loved, nurtured and enabled to thrive, whether that’s through short-term or long-term foster care, with a new adoptive family, or through supported lodgings. All children and young people should be able to grow up in the family and setting that is right for them. Some may be able to live with friends or family members (which is known as kinship care or private fostering), many will need a foster family, and some will go on to be placed for adoption. Fostering services need to recruit 8,100 new carers this year to meet this need and to account for carers who will retire In almost half of all placement decisions, social workers have no choice in foster carers at all According to the most recent figures, almost 3,000 children are waiting for adoption 27% of children have been waiting for more than 18 months 80% of looked after children live in foster care, but there is currently a shortage of foster carers with the right skills in the right locations God calls us to respond. Throughout the Bible we are reminded of God’s heart for the vulnerable, and particularly those without a family to love and protect them. "A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. God sets the lonely in families." Psalm 68:6 The Bible uses the terms 'fatherless' and 'orphans' to describe children who did not have the stability and protection of a family. In contemporary culture we do not use these terms, but we recognise that children coming into care are also in need of stability and protection. As God’s children, adopted into His great family, we are called to care for the vulnerable as part of our worship, to defend those unable to defend themselves, and to seek justice on their behalf. “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress.” James 1:27 “Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless.” Isaiah 1:17 Children in care are amongst the most vulnerable people in our society. They need advocates. They need champions. They need families. Home for Good Brief Description of Organisation Every fifteen minutes in the UK, a child will come into care. Many will have suffered neglect or abuse, all will experience trauma and loss. Each one deserves a home where they will be loved, nurtured and enabled to thrive, whether that’s through short-term or long-term foster care, with a new adoptive family, or through supported lodgings. Visit WebSite

Previous Job Next Job You must be able to balance the bigger picture with an eye for detail, and be able to translate ideas and vision in to reality through the development of robust financial planning, efficient systems and controls. You will be a highly skilled communicator, capable of building strong internal and external relationships. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a significant role in the future development of Bath Spa SU by providing high-quality strategic advice and timely performance reports to the Board of Trustees, CEO and key stakeholders. You will understand the importance of delivering and demonstrating our impact to a constantly changing and diverse membership. We are really proud to be accredited as Leaders in Diversity by the National Centre for Diversity and recently named as their Students’ Union of the Year for the fourth time. We firmly believe that our team should include a variety of experiences and backgrounds to ensure that diversity is at the heart of our decisions. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour, disabled people or people with diverse backgrounds. Your experience may have been built in public, third or private sectors. You may not have had experience of working in student union environment before – but with an FTE of 33 days holiday (+ 3 additional Christmas closure days and bank holidays), a generous pension scheme and range of employee benefits, this is a seriously rewarding environment to work in. To find out more about the role and how to apply please visit our website at: https://bathspasu.co.uk/your-union/vacancies Deadline for Applications: 5pm on Monday 22nd August 2022 Interviews will take place between 30th August - 6th September < All Jobs Head of Finance Salary: Pro rata of £44,737 - £51,805 Hours: 22 hours per week Contract Type: Part-time, permanent Location: Bath, with potential for some homeworking Close Date: Monday, 22 August 2022 Email Contact: ​ < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Previous Job Next Job Off the Record Bath and North East Somerset (OTR) improves the emotional health and wellbeing of young people. We want every young person in Bath and North East Somerset and beyond to be emotionally healthy, confident and empowered in themselves. We provide a range of free services including counselling, listening support, youth participation, advocacy and specialist groups, support for care leavers and an LGBT+ focused youth group We are looking for supervisors who are trained/qualified in working with young people and has a supervision qualification. You will have experience as a counselling supervisor to deliver 1-1 and/or group supervision to counsellors working with young adults and young people aged 10-25 years. Individual sessions are 1 hour a month, and group sessions 1.5 hours a month. Working in line with our values, including being person centred, will be key. Relevant skills and experience, and a flexible approach will be helpful, alongside a passion for ethical practice to ‘hold’ and support our counselling team and support them to be the best they can be for the young people they’re working with. This is a self-employed role in which you will join our team of clinical supervisors that actively support and guide the clinical governance of the organisation, meeting together every few months. The rate of pay is: £40 per individual supervision and £60 per group supervision. Please note that we do not provide travel or parking costs, and payment includes any travel time, costs or parking fees. The supervisor is to access their own supervision. Off the Record believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion, we particularly welcome applications from those who identify as LGBT+, Black, from an Ethnic Minority or Disabled. If you have any access requirements, please let us know. With a growing counselling team, we are looking for supervisors with varying capacity, to offer either or both individual and group supervision. Our interview process includes meeting with young people and counsellors so we can all feel confident we can work together. If you are interested in this opportunity, please email office@offtherecord-banes.co.uk with your CV and a maximum of 1 page that tells us why you think you’d be a good fit for this role. Please send us your CV and 1 page response by Sunday 28 November 2021 . Interviews for shortlisted applicants will be held on Tuesday 7 December. < All Jobs Clinical Supervisor Salary: The rate of pay is: £40 per individual supervision and £60 per group supervision Hours: Individual sessions are 1 hour a month, and group sessions 1.5 hours a month. Contract Type: n/a Location: Bath Close Date: Sunday, 28 November 2021 Email Contact: office@offtherecord-banes.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP West) Brief Description of Organisation RSVP encourages and provides support for the over-50's to become volunteers for the benefit of their local community. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP West) members choose the activity(ies) of their choice and the amount of time they wish to donate - most of them are involved in a team of volunteers led by a volunteer Project Organiser. The main activities include the provision of transport and befriending/wellbeing services (usually via partnerships with GP Surgeries), Volunteer Drivers Groups, a Schools Programme (mainly literacy and numeracy support for disadvantaged schoolchildren) and independant Lay Assessors involved with a local authority for the monitoring of Care Homes and Home Care services. There are no salaried staff. All out-of-pocket expenses are reimbursed and personal accident and third party insurance cover is provided. Retired and Senior Volunteer Programme (RSVP West) Brief Description of Organisation RSVP encourages and provides support for the over-50's to become volunteers for the benefit of their local community. Visit WebSite

Previous Job Next Job As Wellbeing Project Manager you will oversee our Health and Wellbeing projects, managing staff, partner relationships and delivering outcomes. The role has three main areas. They are: Managing all aspects of the One You South Gloucestershire wellbeing project · Managing student placements within Southern Brooks for counselling and social work students, and Contributing to the strategic direction of all our wellbeing services We have a mission of “Strong Communities Powered by People”. We know that successful communities have people who are excited by change, learning and working together, that are able to influence decision making. This role empowers individuals to make healthy choices as well as build and sustain good relationships. Working with community development values and practices, you will lead a team who support people to make changes in their lives to build confidence and tackle issues of poor health. < All Jobs Wellbeing Project Manager Salary: £27 898 Hours: 37 per week Contract Type: Permanent , subject to funding Location: Kingswood and Patchway in Bristol with some working from home. Close Date: Monday, 28 February 2022 Email Contact: recruitment@southernbrooks.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Trauma Breakthrough Brief Description of Organisation Trauma Breakthrough, which also works under the name Breakthrough, was founded in 2013. We are a charity based in Bath and operating across the south-west of England. We provide specialist mental health services and support for adult survivors of abuse and all forms of trauma. We also offer training and consultancy to organisations and individuals who want to learn to support survivors more effectively. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Trauma Breakthrough, which also works under the name Breakthrough, was founded in 2013. We are a charity based in Bath and operating across the south-west of England. We provide specialist mental health services and support for adult survivors of abuse and all forms of trauma. We also offer training and consultancy to organisations and individuals who want to learn to support survivors more effectively. What is 'trauma'? In simple terms, a ‘trauma’ is an injury. When we talk about trauma in a mental health context, we’re talking about an emotional or psychological injury. It happens when people experience events that are shocking or cause fear, and which are beyond their control. Examples of things that can lead to trauma include things such as childhood abuse or neglect, sexual assault, domestic violence, being involved in a natural disaster, a serious accident, a sudden bereavement, being a victim of bullying, harassment or crime etc. But in reality, the list is a lot longer than that. The impact of trauma The impact of trauma can last for many years or even decades. Common effects include such things as anxiety, depression, being easily startled, difficulties in sleeping, social isolation, low self-esteem and lack of confidence. When the impact of trauma goes on for longer than 6 months it is usually classed as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). When there have been multiple traumas that interlink, for example, in families where abuse has taken place over a number of years and in a number of ways (physical/emotional/sexual), it is usually classed as cPTSD (with the ‘c’ standing for ‘complex’ due to the multiple layers of trauma experienced). Trauma has also been shown to play a major role in many serious mental and physical health difficulties. In severe cases it can contribute to things such as addiction to drugs or alcohol, eating disorders, chronic pain, auto-immune and inflammatory diseases, as well as increasing the chances of experiencing life-threatening conditions such as heart disease and cancer, and impacting social issues such as job retention, housing, relationship breakdown, and social isolation. Why Breakthrough work with trauma Trauma and abuse (including emotional, physical, or sexual abuse) has been experienced by 1 in every 5 adults in the UK. Think about the number of people in your workplace, in the supermarket queue, on the bus – the numbers of survivors around us is HUGE. But there are next to no support services for those struggling, meaning those around us are often carrying the longterm impact of trauma in silence. As a charity we aim to speak the unspoken and bring these issues to the forefront of society. Only 1/8 victims of childhood sexual abuse ever come to the attention of statutory authorities and, and it takes on average 26 years (recorded by SurvivorsUK) for male survivors of sexual abuse to come forward – this has devastating impacts on the long-term mental and physical health of survivors. Any trauma or abuse writes itself on the mind and body of survivors, meaning that our reactions to it, including relationship issues, mood and anxiety problems, feelings of detachment from reality (also known as dissociation) and self-destructive behaviours, can be understood through simple neuropsychology. Bessel van der Kolk, leader in the area, explains that “trauma is much more than a story about the past…trauma is re-experienced in the present, not as a story, but as profoundly disturbing physical sensations and emotions that may not be associated with memories of past trauma”. It is important to understand that, regardless of whatever happened to us, recovery is always possible and achievable. Help with trauma Help with trauma comes in the form of counselling and psychotherapy to help survivors deal with some of the distressing emotional impact, and work through the events that happened.For more complex types of trauma, long term specialist psychotherapy is needed to help survivors make a full recovery. Trauma Breakthrough Brief Description of Organisation Trauma Breakthrough, which also works under the name Breakthrough, was founded in 2013. We are a charity based in Bath and operating across the south-west of England. We provide specialist mental health services and support for adult survivors of abuse and all forms of trauma. We also offer training and consultancy to organisations and individuals who want to learn to support survivors more effectively. Visit WebSite

Previous Job Next Job Embrace a fulfilling opportunity: become a Wicked Weather Watch Trustee and channel your passion for climate change education. Your expertise can make a significant impact by guiding children to understand this crucial issue and take meaningful steps to preserve our planet. Renowned explorer, Sir David Hempleman-Adams, founded Wicked Weather Watch (WWW) as a result of the dramatic changes he has witnessed in the Arctic due to climate change over the last 30 years. The young people of today face some of the biggest climatic challenges our world has ever seen. We believe all young people deserve access to information about climate change, its impact, and how they can mitigate the effects on our wonderful world. Uniquely, WWW brings climate change to life through direct interaction with explorers, such as Sir David, and others who have visited the Arctic and seen first-hand how climate change is affecting the people and wildlife of the region. We inspire the next generation through our flagship schools programme which offers Arctic multi-school events, explorer talks, and interactive climate change workshops. Since the launch of our schools programme in 2016 we have seen rapid growth and demand – expanding from working with just 15 schools to working with over 260 schools and more than 22,000 children. At this exciting stage in our development, we are seeking to expand our Board of Trustees to help achieve our ambitious goals. WWW is governed by a Board of Trustees and is run by one full-time staff member and a small group of volunteers and advisors. We work closely with scientists and other experts in finances and education as appropriate. For more details about our work please visit: www.wickedweatherwatch.org.uk . The Role Volunteering as a WWW Trustee is a unique and rewarding opportunity to contribute your knowledge and expertise to our small dynamic charity in times of growing concern about climate change. We are looking for passionate and committed individuals, especially, but not limited to, those with skills in the following areas: Charity governance; Finance; Fundraising; Marketing and communications; and Accounting. We are seeking to fill two roles, the treasurer and the secretary role. We expect Trustees to actively contribute, overseeing the strategy, operations, and financial management of WWW and being available to support the staff of WWW in their own areas of expertise. Trustee meetings are held 4 times per year, usually in the mornings, and we ask for personal attendance where possible. We also ask that Trustees represent WWW at meetings and events as appropriate. All members of the board are expected to adhere to the guidelines set forth by the Charity Commission's CC3 guide, which outlines the duties and responsibilities of a trustee. It is imperative that each trustee understands and complies with these guidelines to ensure the effective and efficient management of the organisation. Treasurer Responsibilities As Treasurer, your primary responsibilities will include: • Overseeing, and presenting budgets, accounts, and financial statements to the Board of Trustees after discussions with the Director. • Ensuring meticulous record-keeping aligns with current SORP regulations, directing financial resources in accordance with the charity's objectives, governance, and legal requirements. • Assisting in developing and implementing financial policies concerning expenses, reserves, and investments. • Collaborating with auditors or independent financial reviewers as necessary, ensuring the charity adheres to their recommendations. • Establishing and enforcing appropriate financial controls, ensuring compliance. • Offering insight into the financial implications of the charity's strategic plans. • Countersigning charity cheques (including electronic transactions) and fund applications. Secretary Responsibilities In the role of Secretary, your duties will include: • Ensuring meetings comply with the governing document's requirements. • Organising and managing trustee meetings and sub-committees in line with legal and regulatory requirements. • Advising the board on the legal and regulatory implications of the charity's strategic plans. • Managing various charity functions such as estates, personnel, finance, pensions, money laundering, and data protection, as delegated. Join us in our mission to empower the next generation in the fight against climate change. Your dedication and expertise can help shape a brighter, sustainable future. If you would like to apply for the trustee position, please send your CV and a cover letter to info@wickedweatherwatch.org.uk before the 31st of January. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to close the application early if the right candidate has been found. Interviews will be held in early February. Together, let's make a difference in educating and inspiring change for a healthier planet. We look forward to hearing from you! < All Jobs Trustees Salary: Voluntary Hours: Approximately 2.5 hours per month Contract Type: ​ Location: Remote / Bath-Bristol area based Close Date: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 Email Contact: info@wickedweatherwatch.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Previous Job Next Job Southside are looking for an individual with experience as a frontline Domestic Abuse worker or professional with a social care background, to provide a pro-active service for victims who are at high risk of domestic abuse, to keep them and their children safe from harm. The work of the IDVA is distinct in that it assesses the risk a client is in and delivers a service appropriate to the level of risk. IDVAs work proactively within a multi-agency setting to ensure all agencies do their part. The primary focus of their work will be to keep clients safe via their work with survivors and the work of other agencies. This work will be outreach i.e., meeting clients in at their home if safe, in our office and other places in the community. Workers will be primarily based in our Meade House office, but some home working can be negotiated when necessary with their line manager. For full details on this position, please go to: https://south-side.org.uk/opportunities/ Email: recruitment@south-side.org.uk or call 01225 331243 Should you wish to apply, you will need to complete an application form, equal opportunities monitoring form, and declaration form which can be found at: https://south-side.org.uk/opportunities/ Please send completed application documents to recruitment@south-side.org.uk Safeguarding Statement: Southside are fully committed to protecting, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and partners to endorse this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references will be requested, followed up in writing and verified by telephone. < All Jobs Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Salary: £24,000 pa Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: 1 year fixed term maternity cover. April 2023- March 2024 (Please note: This fixed term contract will be reviewed subject to funding in January 2024 so may be extended) Location: Office base at Meade House, Wedgwood Road, Bath, BA2 1QN. Clients will be located anywhere in Bath and North East Somerset. Close Date: Friday, 10 February 2023 Email Contact: recruitment@south-side.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job