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    Previous Job Next Job Wellbeing Project Manager – One You South Gloucestershire As we emerge from a difficult two years more people are struggling with their physical and mental wellness. One You South Gloucestershire brings everything together to support local people to improve their wellbeing as well as make healthier lifestyle choices. At Southern Brooks Community Partnerships, we deliver the program in partnership with South Gloucestershire Council and other community partners including The Diversity Trust, The Carers Support Centre and Developing Health and Independence (DHI) One You aims to support people to feel: · More confident about managing their emotion and mental wellbeing. · More able to get involved in local communities · Less isolated and anxious · Able to make changes in other areas of their lives. Our team of highly skilled. initiative-taking Wellbeing Coaches support individuals who are having a tough time. Through referral, people can access a wide range of wellbeing activities as well as 1:1 support and grants. We are looking for a Wellbeing Project Manager to lead the team and deliver programmes to help people make changes. We are passionate about the health and wellbeing of our staff, offering generous, incremental paid holidays, favourable salaries for the Charity sector, ongoing personal development, and a wellbeing package To find out more about us and the job role please visit Jobs Vacancies – Southern Brooks Community Partnerships < All Jobs Wellbeing Project Manager Salary: £28 463 per year Hours: 37 per week Contract Type: Permanent subject to funding Location: Kingswood with some travel to Patchway and home working Close Date: Sunday, 24 April 2022 Email Contact: recruitment@southernbrooks.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more. If you’d like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for! Job Role: Service Manager - Criminal Justice Salary: £31,400 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: This role will cover Bath, Bristol and South Gloucestershire, involving travel across all of these areas. Our office is based in Kingswood Additional information: ​On-call (1 in 4 weeks), £100/week when on-call ​Occasional weekend and evening work as required. ​ ​The Role The successful Service Manager will provide operational management for all aspects of the Criminal Justice Supported Housing Service and Employment Support across Bath, Bristol and South Gloucestershire, ensuring the delivery of a consistently high quality, safe and person-centred housing and support service in accordance with our policies and procedures, vision, values and strategic objectives and performance targets. Responsibilities include: Provide operational management, leadership, staff line management and oversee service processes and systems Ensure that financial procedures are maintained at all times in accordance with our procedures, manage voids, ensure housing benefit and service charges payment compliance and ensure income is maximised Reflect the organisation’s high priority for client empowerment by identifying and promoting opportunities across all areas of decision making, emphasising effective risk assessment over risk elimination Build an effective and motivated staff and volunteer team promoting a culture of continuous improvement Carry out, within reason, any other duties necessary to achieve the smooth running of the service and undertake other organisational duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities ​ Qualifications / Requirements: A valid UK driving license and access to own vehicle – business insurance will be required for roles involving travel for work Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or people with complex needs in the Criminal Justice sector Proven management experience in a similar setting Ability to develop existing services and contribute to gaining new business ​ There are many great reasons to join our team! Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators Wellbeing related support and advice and up to 6 free counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme 25 days annual leave 30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops and bike workshops A generous and competitive pension scheme Instant access to healthcare professionals and discounts on a variety of health treatments through our Simply Health Scheme A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators ​ Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. ​ Get in touch If you have any questions about the Criminal Justice Service Manager role, please get in touch with Laura Dawes (Resourcing Assistant) on 07908496681 . We look forward to speaking with you soon! Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don’t miss out! < All Jobs Criminal Justice Service Manager Salary: £31,400 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Full Time Location: Bath, Bristol and South Gloucestershire Close Date: Friday, 30 June 2023 Email Contact: HR@julianhouse.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

  • All Cycle Bath & West

    All Cycle Bath & West Brief Description of Organisation We are an inclusive cycling charity based at the Odd Down Sports Ground, with our fantastic range of bikes and trikes we are committed to removing the barriers that may prevent people from taking part in typical cycling opportunities. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation All Cycle Bath & West (ACB&W) is a new CIO and previously known as Wheels for All Bath & West, was part of the national charity Cycling Projects since June 2016. After consultation it was decided the organisation would be more beneficial to the local community by being independent from the national charity. Our new charity is based at the Odd Down Sports Ground Bath and uses the traffic free cycle circuit there. We have an extensive range of special bikes; trikes; hand-cycles and tandems. These bikes bring fun; freedom and the fresh air of cycling to those who find it difficult to take part in typical cycling activities. We run a regular programme of inclusive cycling sessions for anyone with sensory and or physical impairments; additional and or learning needs Our service can be accessed from the age of 3 upwards; bringing together a diverse group of people; supporting families; older people, creating inter-generational relationships and respect for everyone who have challenges in their daily life. Some of our service users have developed into volunteers which is an example of people feeling safe and valued in this environment. Additionally some volunteers have gained skills which have help them into paid work. Our service is supportive and non judgemental; encouraging users to reach their potential at a level appropriate to them. For example - a stroke survivor can access exercise which extends them physically and mentally and increases self-esteem and independence. Anecdotally the service helps reduce dependency on statutory services. All Cycle Bath & West, Charity registration 1200391 For details of open sessions visit: https://allcyclebathandwest.eventbrite.com Visit us on: Instagram ACBW Facebook: ACBW All Cycle Bath & West Brief Description of Organisation We are an inclusive cycling charity based at the Odd Down Sports Ground, with our fantastic range of bikes and trikes we are committed to removing the barriers that may prevent people from taking part in typical cycling opportunities. Visit WebSite

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    Previous Job Next Job Finance Assistant ​Who we are YMCA Brunel Group is an independent, locally governed and managed charity operating in Mendip, Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire and South Somerset. We are part of the international YMCA movement. Our mission is to create supportive, inclusive and energising communities, where people can truly belong, contribute and thrive.​ Our activities include: Accommodation for over 700 people every year who are at risk of being homeless, who are on low incomes, experience barriers to work, or young people in need of high levels of support, who have often experienced trauma and difficult times in their lives. We don’t just provide a bed, we support people holistically and continually seek to help our residents gain the training, skills and confidence to lead independent lives.​ ​A Health & Wellbeing centre in Bath, a community facility with a fully kitted out gym, functional fitness areas and extensive class programme. ​Two commercial hostels in Bath and Bristol which help us cover our central costs. ​Twelve youth clubs for young people aged 10-19, including 4 young carers groups, providing a space where they can have dedicated time to talk to trusted youth workers, access relevant information about issues that concern them, and develop their social networks.​ ​Eight Ofsted registered Nurseries, providing spaces for up to 360 children where they are given opportunities and experiences that will set them up for their educational journeys and prepare them for their lives ahead. ​ ​ ​What does the job entail? The purpose of this role is to provide the day to day financial administration of YMCA Brunel Group. The role is varied with daily, weekly and ad hoc tasks, all of which fit together to produce timely month end information. Your duties and responsibilities will include: Posting & Paying purchases ledger invoices Raising Customer invoices and managing debtors. Posting and reconciliations of Credit/ Purchase Cards Bank account reconciliations Posting of Bank Statements. Assisting the finance manager with production of Housing related invoices and queries. To assist when required with any other finance related tasks. To comply at all times with YMCA Brunel Group policies and procedures and regulatory and legislative requirements, including Charity law and regulation, and our obligations as a registered member of the Charity Commission and Fundraising Regulator To carry out any duties delegated to him/her/them by the line manager within his/her/their capability. To work out of hours where required at events and presentations (we operate a Time Off In Lieu Policy) What skills will the successful candidate need? ​ We are passionate about the work we do and need equally committed members on our team to help us achieve those goals. The successful candidate will be confident and have experience in building relationships and communicating effectively with a variety of audiences and individuals, as well as being numerate and confident with a variety of different IT packages. This role would ideally suit someone looking to begin their journey in finance and accounting, and it should be noted that access to training will be provided where relevant. Ideally you will be qualified to AAT level 2. ​ ​What we offer Enhanced sick pay allowances and paid compassionate and emergency dependent leave. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme YMCA employee advantages 20% discount off the cost of childcare at our childcare settings YMCA Brunel Group is an inclusive organisation and the post requires a shared commitment to equality and diversity. ​ Location YMCA Bath is a centrally located hostel which provides accommodation to school groups, backpackers, sporting groups and universities. ​ Hours 37.5 hours per week, 9am to 5pm ​ Contract type Permanent, six months probation period ​ Rate of Pay £24,000 to £26,500 (dependant on experience) plus annual leave ​ Please find attached below the job description and personal specification for the role: ​ Finance Assitant JD Person Spec.docx ​ If you would like to apply for any of our current vacancies you will need to fill out one of our application forms online: https://ymcabrunelgroupbath.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=9fe5fc78-06c6-4d1b-8648-be04594d8ae3 ​ To know more about what YMCA Brunel do and to apply please visit our website: https://ymca-bg.org/work-for-us/ ​ ​YMCA Brunel Group is committed to follow safer recruitment guidelines and all candidates will have to demonstrate full employment history, give 2 good references and be DBS checked. In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. < All Jobs Finance Assistant Salary: £24,000 to £26,500 (dependant on experience) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 9am to 5pm Contract Type: Permanent Location: YMCA Bath Close Date: Monday, 31 July 2023 Email Contact: ​ < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job < All Jobs Marketing & PR Manager Salary: circa £35,000 FTE Hours: 21 hrs per week Contract Type: Part time Location: Bristol office Close Date: Tuesday, 13 September 2022 Email Contact: ​ < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

  • Bath Child Contact Centre

    Bath Child Contact Centre Brief Description of Organisation An impartial meeting place where the children of separated relationships can enjoy the company of their absent parent or other relative. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation We are an accredited member of NACCC the National Association of Child Contact Centres Bath Child Contact Centre is an impartial meeting place run by trained volunteers, where the children of separated relationships can enjoy the company of their absent parent or other relative in a safe environment. It is child centred and confidential and is open every Saturday afternoon of the year by appointment from 2.30 - 4.30pm. Bath Child Contact Centre Brief Description of Organisation An impartial meeting place where the children of separated relationships can enjoy the company of their absent parent or other relative. Visit WebSite

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    Previous Job Next Job Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We are currently seeking a like-minded and enthusiastic Homelessness Service Manager to join our dynamic team on a permanent basis. If you’d like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for! Job Title : Homelessness Services Manager Service: BANES Homeless Hostel and Supported Housing Service Location: Bath & Northeast Somerset Salary: £30,000 (Plus on-call (£70 p/w or First Responder £45 p/weekend) Hours: Full time – 37.5hours per week Working Pattern: 5 days a week, mainly daytime hours with an expectation to work occasional evenings and weekends. Requirement to participate in an out of hours on-call rota. Free parking available at place of work. The role At Julian House, we transform the daily lives and futures of people who are homeless and socially excluded, through the provision of high-quality housing and support services. Based within our homeless services, the successful candidate will ensure the delivery of consistently high quality, safe and person-centred accommodation, and support in accordance with our policies and procedures, vision, values, and strategic objectives and within the relevant legislative framework. They will manage 8 direct reports responsible for a minimum of 20 unit and lead service performance, managing complex situations, negotiating, and influencing effectively. Key Responsibilities Within agreed areas of service delivery: • Lead the staff teams to provide expert support for people who have been sleeping rough and those in supported housing in identifying and progressing their strengths and personal goals. • Ensure excellent safeguarding practices in services particularly in responding to risks and incidents; appropriately supporting staff and affected residents. • Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of any relevant buildings, including maintenance and safety issues, ensuring that regular inspections (internal and external) are completed and monitored • Coordinate new resident assessments and support; ensure Team Leaders and Caseworkers effectively manage their caseload of residents and work together as a successful team • Lead the effective recruitment, induction and ongoing support / development of staff and volunteers, including encouraging residents into internal volunteering opportunities • Ensure that the appropriate levels and quality of staff and other resources are available to meet the agreed service standards, and in particular that a robust staffing rota exists at all times. The post holder will be expected to provide additional cover if necessary • Assume personal responsibility for income and expenditure for your service. Work with our Finance department towards meeting the annual budget expectations • Work with the Business Development Team to contribute to successful tenders for new and existing services and to take forward new initiatives. • Develop information sharing and joint working protocols with relevant agencies to ensure a seamless and coordinated service for Residents • On a rota, provide out of hours on-call support for the services that you manage, including covering shifts during unplanned absence for which remuneration is additional to basic salary • Carry out, within reason, any other duties necessary to achieve the smooth running of the services and undertake other organisational duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities Person Specification • Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of rough sleeping, multiple complex social need, and the causes of homelessness • Experience of staff team management, including experience of recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal, training, discipline, and grievance issues • Experience of managing a budget and financial systems • Experience of providing a high-quality housing management and support service • Assessment, planning and caseload management of complex needs residents • Full driving licence and access to own car for work purposes (Desirable) • Good oral, written, administration and IT communication skills • Ability to represent the organisation professionally to a wide range of people including service users, families, neighbours, professionals, and commissioners • Empathy and understanding of the needs of Julian House Residents. To get the full job description, please call us at 07720737770. There are many great reasons to join our team! • Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators • Sliding salary scale with salary increases every year for the first 3 years • Wellbeing related support and advice and up to 6 free counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme • 25 days annual leave, increasing to 27 after 3 years continuous employment • 20% staff discount at Julian House charity shops and bike workshops • A generous and competitive pension scheme • Instant access to healthcare professionals and discounts on a variety of health treatments through our Simply Health Scheme • A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted • Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators ​ Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don’t miss out! < All Jobs Homeless Services Manager Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: 37.5 Contract Type: Permanent Location: Bath and North East Somerset Close Date: Thursday, 16 June 2022 Email Contact: HR@julianhouse.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job Due to forthcoming retirement, we are recruiting for a board member with a well-rounded experience of financial management in a complex organisation, most likely in a leadership position. The selected candidate will take on the responsibility of Chair of the Audit & Finance Committee. The person specification for this role is as follows: Strong financial management background, managing or overseeing sizeable budgets and operations. Understanding of external audit and internal audit processes. Qualified accountant with a good understanding of the UK charity sector. Excellent communication skills with the ability to challenge and question budgets and operational processes. Investment experience. Knowledge of compliance, legal and regulatory competencies linked to social housing (desirable). Board experience is not a requirement, the selected candidate will work closely with the out-going Treasurer for a short period, and we have an induction programme to welcome new trustees. Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. All applicants will be expected to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming a trustee. The decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. How to apply To apply, please submit a personal statement stating why you wish to join the board of trustees of Julian House, what skills and experience you will bring to the board, directly addressing the person specification, and any other relevant information. Applicants will be required to attend an interview and provide referees who will be contacted by telephone. For a confidential discussion about the role and the organisation, please contact Emma Cooke, Chair of the Board of Trustees on 07813 204609, or Helen Bedser, Chief Executive on 07535 519908. We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you dont miss out! < All Jobs Trustee (Finance) Salary: Not applicable Hours: 8 hours per month Contract Type: ​ Location: Bath Close Date: Sunday, 30 July 2023 Email Contact: HR@julianhouse.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job Would you like to be part of the café team at Bath City Farm’s unique community café? We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic, reliable staff with great customer service skills to join our team and help launch Sunday opening. Set within the communities of Twerton and Whiteway, the Farm Café is full of natural light with outside terraced areas that look across the valley into the Georgian centre of Bath on one side. Adjacent is a children’s play area. In front of the café is an edible garden providing a visual connection between farm grown produce and the dishes served in the café. Our community café is currently open Tuesdays to Saturdays and we plan to open on Sundays from mid-June 2023. Café Assistants (Sundays) we have 3 roles available with the following working patterns: 1) 7 hours a week working 9am to 4.30pm 2) 6 hours a week working 9.30am to 3.30pm 3) 5 hours a week working 10am to 3pm The salary for these roles is based on £10.93/hour. To apply, use the links below to download the full job description and person specification for the role(s) you are interested in, read our privacy notice for applicants, then complete the application form and send it to recruitment@bathcityfarm.org.uk Please also click and complete our equalities and diversity survey on the website. Closing date for applications: 9am Monday 24 April 2023 Interviews (which will include an opportunity for a paid trial shift): Late April and early May 2023 Prospective start date: Tuesday 30th May 2023 (TBC), training will be provided prior to Sunday launch on other days of the week with current the Café team. Launch is likely to be mid-June 2023. 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. < All Jobs Café Assistants (Sundays) Salary: £10.93/hour Hours: Various shift patterns available from 5 to 7 hours Contract Type: ​ Location: Whiteway, Bath Close Date: Monday, 24 April 2023 Email Contact: recruitment@bathcityfarm.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job WECIL currently deliver a range of weekday evening and weekend sessions for young people with special educational needs and disabilities aged 8 to 13 and 13 to 21 across the B&NEs area. The ideal candidate will be experienced in youth work and managing and motivating staff, volunteers and young people and understand the challenges facing disabled young people and their families. As part of our friendly CYP team you will be providing fun, inclusive activities that support young people to achieve positive outcomes, work toward aspirations and transition to adulthood. The role requires regular evening and weekend work as well as travel throughout B&NES. WECIL is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check so that any criminal background (including “spent” convictions, bind-over orders or cautions) is disclosed to the organisation. If you are successful in applying for this post, we will ask the DBS for a Disclosure. The position for which you are applying involves contact with vulnerable groups. It is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all subsequent amendments (England and Wales). For this position, you are not entitled to withhold information about police cautions, bind-overs, or any criminal convictions that would otherwise have been considered “spent” under the Act. Please visit our website at https://wecil.co.uk/about-wecil/work-for-wecil/ for further information and an application form. Please note that WECIL does not accept applications by CV Application packs are also available in accessible formats. Please contact our Quality & Systems Coordinator to discuss any access needs by emailing jobs@wecil.co.uk or telephone 0117 947 9911, choose option 2. WECIL particularly encourages applications from under-represented groups (e.g. disabled people, people from black and minority ethnic groups, LGBTQ+ people) Closing date for applications: 9am on Monday 24th January 2022 Interviews: Friday 28th January 2022 Please note: We will be reviewing applications as we receive them, and there is a possibility that candidates may be invited for interview before the closing date. < All Jobs Children and Young People’s Keyworker – B&NES Groups Salary: £22,627 (pro rata) Hours: 10 hours a week (term time only) Contract Type: Permanent Location: Various Locations throughout B&NES Close Date: Monday, 24 January 2022 Email Contact: jobs@wecil.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job The Somerset Counselling Service is dedicated to supporting individuals who have experienced domestic abuse and are currently residing in safe accommodation. We are seeking a compassionate and highly organised Community Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for recruiting, managing and supporting volunteers who will contribute to the service's wellbeing groups, befriending scheme, and general administrative support. By effectively coordinating volunteers, you will play a vital role in enhancing our ability to provide comprehensive assistance to our clients. As the Community Coordinator, your responsibilities will include: Volunteer Recruitment: You will develop and implement strategies to attract volunteers who are aligned with our service's objectives and values. This involves collaborating with various organisations, community groups, and online platforms to reach potential volunteers. Conducting interviews and background checks will ensure that we select individuals who are suitable for the diverse volunteer roles available within the service. Volunteer Management: Providing a positive and fulfilling experience for our volunteers is essential. You will conduct comprehensive orientation and training sessions to familiarise volunteers with our policies, procedures, and expectations. By leveraging their skills, interests, and availability, you will assign volunteers to suitable roles. Through ongoing supervision, guidance, and recognition, you will foster a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages open communication and teamwork among our volunteers. Wellbeing Groups Support: The service offers wellbeing groups to our clients, and your role will involve coordinating and scheduling volunteers to support these sessions. Collaborating closely with the counselling team, you will identify areas where volunteers can provide assistance during group sessions. Monitoring the effectiveness of their contributions, you will implement improvements to ensure a valuable and supportive experience for our clients. Befriending Scheme: Facilitating the befriending scheme will be a key aspect of your role. You will match trained volunteers with clients in safe accommodation, facilitating the establishment of supportive relationships. Providing ongoing guidance and support to both volunteers and clients participating in the befriending scheme is essential for its success. Administrative Support: Identifying opportunities for volunteers to contribute to administrative tasks and operational functions is another important aspect of this role. You will assign and supervise volunteers in roles such as data entry, filing, answering phone calls, or scheduling appointments. Ensuring that volunteers have access to necessary resources, equipment, and training will enable them to effectively carry out their administrative tasks. In the first year, this role will be employed for 11 hours per week and this will then increase to 18.5 hours per week in the second year moving forward. For a full job description/person specification and to apply, please follow the link provided on this website. This vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found, so early applications are encouraged. FearLess is committed to encouraging equality and diversity in the workplace. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive place to work where we can all be ourselves and individual differences are recognised and valued. < All Jobs Community Coordinator Salary: £21,490 - £25,158 per annum (pro rata) Hours: 11 hours per week for the first year, increasing to 18.5 hours per week in year two Contract Type: Part Time Location: Taunton, with paid travel across Somerset as required Close Date: Friday, 22 September 2023 Email Contact: recruitment@fearfree.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job The Fundraising Co-Ordinator will raise the profile and awareness of Young Bristol and working with the Head of Fundraising develop a fundraising work plan to qualify and develop a range of key funding streams. The post holder will help to develop and ensure the effective delivery of the fundraising plan in line with Young Bristol’s strategy. The role will be multi faceted involving Grants, Trusts and Foundations, Community fundraising, Corporate fundraising, Legacy fundraising, Events and High Value fundraising. The role will work collaboratively to explore ideas and launch new initiatives helping Young Bristol achieve our mission, playing an important part in helping us to meet our fundraising targets and increasing participation and community engagement in our events and fundraising activities. < All Jobs Fundraising Co-Ordinator Salary: £23,800 - £27,300 pa pro-rata, depending on experience. Hours: 21 Contract Type: Part Time Location: Hybrid office/working from home Close Date: Friday, 23 June 2023 Email Contact: ​ < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job About us Each local Citizens Advice office is an independent charity. We provide quality assured advice and information services across Bath and NE Somerset, which covers the city of Bath, several smaller towns and the surrounding rural area. Our advice is free, confidential, independent and impartial. We also use our first-hand knowledge of the problems our clients are facing to campaign for changes to policy and practices that affect their lives. The role Our volunteer advisers are supported by a team of supervisors who are responsible for planning, organising and managing the practicalities of the advice session due to an exciting new funding partner we are now seeking to expand this team. The Supervisor Team provide support to advisers in using the information system and other resources, managing enquiries and identifying options for clients. They contribute to training in advice work and to quality assurance through case checking and file reviews, giving constructive feedback to volunteers. In our One Stop Shop locations supervisors also carry out brief initial checks to identify the best route for each client through the advice process. We value diversity and promote equality and would welcome suitably qualified people with disabilities and minority ethnic applicants as these groups are under-represented in our workforce. The selection process Please download and complete the application form from our website and e-mail to emily.davies@cab-banes.org (CV applications will not be accepted) If you are unable to send the application form electronically post it to Emily Davies, CA BANES, 2 Edgar Buildings, George Street, Bath BA1 2EE. Please address each point of the person specification in your application. If you have any questions please email Richard Yates richard.yates@cab-banes.org or call on 01225 303810. < All Jobs Advice Session Supervisor Salary: £29,334.25 pa pro rata Hours: 37.5 per week, job share considered Contract Type: Full time, permanent Location: Bath & North East Somerset Close Date: Sunday, 23 October 2022 Email Contact: richard.yates@cab-banes.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job About Citizens Advice BANES Citizens Advice Bath and North East Somerset is an independent local charity providing information and advice to residents of the BANES council area. We aim to empower people to resolve their problems and change their lives for the better. We help people overcome their problems and campaign on big issues when their voices need to be heard. We value diversity, champion equality, and challenge discrimination and harassment. We’re here for everyone in the Bath and NE Somerset area and we work in partnership with other local services to provide the best possible advice and information to meet the needs of residents. Macmillan Linkworker Project We are very excited to be able to launch a new and innovative three-year project funded by Macmillan Cancer Support providing assistance to members of our community and their families who need a little bit of extra help with their day to day lives as they and their families live with their cancer. Working alongside the Cancer Information and Support Centre at the RUH, GP surgeries across the region, Dorothy House Hospice Care, our existing Health and Wellbeing Benefits Team (also funded by Macmillan) and other partners this new team will help clients with all the small things in life that suddenly become big things as a result of living with cancer. Linkworker Role Purpose To provide the link for patients and their families living with a cancer diagnosis between their clinical support (Royal United Hospital (RUH), Dorothy House, GP’s surgeries and other clinical partners) and other organisations offering nonclinical support in the wider community. Main areas of responsibility Conduct accurate holistic needs assessments with clients and complete and discuss options and courses of action with clients as a result Liaise closely with stakeholders including Cancer Information Centre staff at the Royal United Hospital, Dorothy House etc. Identify and signpost clients to appropriate organisations Keep up to date confidential records using CA systems Manage your own workload and ensure you are able to meet deadlines. Train and mentor volunteers to support clients Keep up to date with relevant legal and policy changes and welfare reforms. Identify and discuss any training needs at supervision and yearly appraisal with line manager. Assist clients with issues related to their cancer diagnosis where they are an integral part of their case and refer to other advisers or specialist agencies as appropriate Ensure that all casework meets current quality standards. Maintain case records for the purpose of continuity of casework, information retrieval, statistical monitoring and report preparation Ensure that all work conforms to the organisations systems and procedures and funder requirements The successful applicants may be asked to work across all our sites at Bath as well as at Midsomer Norton & Keynsham and surrounding areas as needed. Some home working is also an option with this role. You must have access to a car and a full driving licence for this role as it will involve travel to support clients in their own homes or at outreach centres. Please note successful candidates will be required to subject to an enhanced DBS check. We value diversity and promote equality and would welcome suitably qualified people with disabilities and minority ethnic applicants as these groups are under-represented in our workforce. For further information on how to apply and for full role descriptions, please visit our website or contact richard.yates@cab-banes.org with any queries. < All Jobs Linkworker Salary: £23,585 pa Hours: 37.5 per week Contract Type: 3 years initially Location: Bath & North East Somerset Close Date: Sunday, 17 September 2023 Email Contact: ​ < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job We are a small friendly team, trusted by families for over 40 years and looking for an enthusiastic and confident practitioner to join us in helping families thrive. We offer clinical supervision, training, pension and generous holiday entitlement as well as wonderful colleagues. As a Family Support Worker your role would vary depending on the particular needs of the family you are working with, some of which are complex. Challenges that some families face can include drug and alcohol abuse, domestic abuse, a parent in hospital or prison, marital or financial difficulties or a child or parent with a disability or challenging behaviour. You will need to have experience and understanding of trauma, as children who are referred often have low self-esteem, little self confidence often due to adverse childhood experiences (ACES). Trauma impacts on children and parents which then impacts on their parenting capacity and relationships with their children. The role includes visiting them at least weekly to offer practical help and emotional support, listening and enabling change, helping families thrive. The preventative service is part of the B&NES Early Help offer support for whole families. Children, young people and their families are at the heart of our Family Support and Play Service and our team provide early support and intervention. We build on the strengths and resilience of families and communities empowering them to help themselves using the family partnership approach. For a full Job Description and Application Pack, please email caroline@bathareaplayproject.co.uk < All Jobs Family Support Worker Salary: £21,322 - £23,848 Hours: 37 hours Contract Type: Full Time, 3 year contract Location: Bath office base, working across B&NES Close Date: Monday, 19 December 2022 Email Contact: caroline@bathareaplayproject.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job About Share and Repair: Share and Repair is a small but dynamic Charity Incorporated Organisation (CIO) which aims to change mindsets and behaviour through the promotion of sharing and repairing to reduce carbon emissions and build cohesive communities. We currently run four main activities: Repair Cafes (‘Mend it, don’t end it’); a Library of Things (‘Borrow don’t buy’); HOW TO Workshops to empower individuals (‘Do more yourself’) and HomeKit (supporting low income families in a new home). All activities have a positive environmental impact and we are passionate about reducing spending and landfill. We aim to provide services for all age groups and local communities. We have a small number of part-time paid staff and a large group of talented, enthusiastic volunteers. We started in 2017 with Repair Cafes as a Community Organisation, became a charity in 2020 and opened a shop in central Bath. The shop is home for our Library of Things but we also run regular repair sessions, provide information on all our services and want to develop this space. The HOW TO Workshops (HTW), currently include HOW TO use a sewing machine, HOW TO use power and hand tools, HOW TO maintain a bike and HOW RO do visible darning and often run alongside one of our Repair Cafés. HomeKit supports new households with ‘starter’ small electrical household equipment. These events and activities build skills and help to generate cohesive communities, as well as the reduction of manufacturing, waste to landfill, and spending. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to use their skills and experience to make a difference locally and nationally to the community and environment. Job Description – Director This is a new role and big step for the organisation as we make a significant change from start up into our growth phase. The primary responsibility of the Director will be to deliver, maintain and build sustainable organisational growth. You will be responsible for the following areas: Implementation of our 3 year growth Strategy including detailed annual planning and expansion of our services Marketing and communications - internally and externally to grow our membership and reach People management and development, including resource planning Shaping, implementing and strengthening the charity’s policies, processes, management and infrastructure to support its continued growth and impact Finance – management and accounts, and budget generation Fundraising and other income generating activities Overseeing the operation of our Library of Things, Repair Cafes and other projects Premises and facilities management Project oversight and development You will lead or be responsible for delivering the following activities, Strategic growth Develop and implement the Year 1 of our 3 year growth strategy in line with our vision. Marketing, Social Media, Public Relations and Communications Oversee the promotion of our activities across all media channels to enable our growth Lead the social media & publicity team. Ensure that internal communication, particularly to our volunteers is regular, relevant and effective to develop their engagement Ensure that the charity’s work and its Vision are consistently presented in strong, positive images to all relevant stakeholders, including potential funders. Fundraising Alongside the Trustees and volunteers to lead the fundraising to deliver our three year strategy by: identifying funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders, submitting proposals and administering fundraising records and documentation. Advocacy, Partnership & Business Development Develop support for Share and Repair along with progressing and maintaining senior level contacts; develop partnerships with supporters and donors. Represent the charity in a networking capacity, seeking out and investing in beneficial partnerships with other environmental organisations - charities, local authorities and schools. Operations Lead the management and growth of our activities including the Library of Things, Repair Cafes, Home Kit and HOW TO Workshops and other projects in line with our vision and strategy. Finance Effective budget planning and control covering all income and expenditure. Human Resource Management The management and effective deployment of two part-time General Managers, 150+ volunteers, other freelance staff and interns. Implement HR processes covering performance management and appraisal. Forward resource planning in line with our strategy. For full job specification, please click here . Salary: £32,000 - 37,500 per annum depending on experience. Contract: Fixed term 12 months. This is a new role. Working hours: Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week. This includes some evenings and weekends. Location: Based in our Shop in central Bath and remote working. There will be some local travel in support of our Workshops and Repair Cafes and other objectives. Reporting to: Chair and Board of Trustees Recruitment timeline: Applications close on Friday 1st April 2022, 5pm. Email CV and cover letter to: lorna@shareandrepair.org.uk < All Jobs Director Salary: 32,000 - 37,500 per annum depending on experience Hours: Full-time position, 37.5 hours per week. This includes some evenings and weekends Contract Type: Full time fixed term (12 months) Location: Based in our Shop in central Bath and remote working. There will be some local travel in support of our Workshops and Repair Cafes and other objectives. Close Date: Friday, 1 April 2022 Email Contact: lorna@shareandrepair.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job At SARSAS we provide support for people affected by rape or any kind of sexual assault or abuse at any time in their lives. Listening, believing and supporting them through provided vital support to people of all genders through our Helpline, counselling, group work and specialist support services. We believe that a world without sexual violence is possible. We campaign for people affected by sexual violence because everyone deserves to live free from abuse and its impact. We are unflinching in our commitment to calling for change, in raising awareness, and in our drive for all voices to be heard. We challenge misconceptions about sexual violence and abuse through training and campaigning. We lobby both locally and nationally to promote the needs of survivors. We need your support! We are looking for a woman* who can offer energy, enthusiasm, and commitment to join our volunteer Board of Trustees at SARSAS. You will be joining an active Board and will play a pivotal role in shaping SARSAS and supporting our work. You don’t need prior experience; If you are committed, passionate, and determined, we would love to hear from you. We will provide all the training and support you might need to be an amazing trustee. We would be particularly interested to hear from you if can offer HR, finance and / or digital fundraising experience and skills. It matters to us that our Trustees reflect the incredibly diverse communities we serve, and we are actively seeking younger women, women from Black, Asian and minoritised communities and women with a disability for these voluntary roles. We value lived experience of sexual violence within our staff, volunteers and trustees. Voluntary (expenses paid) Time commitment (up to 10 x 2.5 hour meetings per year plus some email contact) If you would like further information or to apply, please visit the Volunteering page on the SARSAS website, where you will find further details of the Trustee role, and an application form to complete and return at www.sarsas.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering. Alternatively, please contact recruitment@sarsas.org.uk and we can arrange for you to have an informal discussion and find out more about this opportunity. *The nature of the work undertaken means that this invitation is for women-only and exempt under Schedule 9 Part 1 Equalities Act 2010 Charity Registered in England No. 1126682 Company No 6738639 < All Jobs Trustee Salary: Voluntary Hours: Up to 10 x 2.5 hour meetings per year plus some email contact Contract Type: part-time Location: Bristol Close Date: Thursday, 1 June 2023 Email Contact: recruitment@sarsas.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job As part of the Age UK Bath & North East Somerset Home from Hospital & Home Response Team, you will be based in the Community Wellbeing Hub at Peasedown St John. Your primary role will be to carry out wellbeing phone calls to people discharged from hospital on Pathway Zero from the Royal United Hospital. In addition to this, you will provide administrative support to the Home from Hospital Team reporting directly to the Home from Hospital Service Lead. As part of the team, you will contribute to the smooth running of the service working across the department sharing workloads, as necessary. To proceed with your application, please register with Age UK Bath & North East Somerset and apply directly on the site here: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/bathandnortheastsomerset/. < All Jobs Home from Hospital Wellbeing Coordinator Salary: £20,930 FTE Hours: 17.5 hours per week Contract Type: Part time job share Location: Community Wellbeing Hub, Peasedown St John Close Date: Thursday, 26 May 2022 Email Contact: janice.book@ageukbanes.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job Transition Bath is one of the leading environmental groups in Bath and its surrounds. We are currently looking for a new Chair of the Trustee Board who we expect to: - buy into the concept that local environmental and climate action based in and around Bath is desirable, effective and necessary - act, when necessary, as the public face of Transition Bath - live or work locally - be able to work within a flat structure of a volunteer led organisation that is mainly driven by individuals’ project- based interests - have time to energetically fulfil the role - call and chair meetings effectively In the first instance contact Peter Andrews 07482 544 419 or Nick Abercrombie 07792 649597 for for an initial discussion. Qualities of a Chair Has to be a convinced environmental campaigner. Has to be entrepreneurial. Has to be prepared to be the ‘public face’ of Transition Bath. Has to be able to keep a networked, flat and volunteer- led organization unified, active and purposeful. Has to be able to run meetings efficiently but with respect. Has to have the time for the role (two days per week). Qualities required for the Chair of Transition Bath 1. To buy into the concept that local environmental and climate action based in and around Bath is desirable, effective and necessary. 2. To act, when necessary as the public face of TB 3. To call and chair meetings effectively 4. To be able to work within a flat structure of a volunteer led organisation that is mainly driven by individuals project based interests. 5. To have time to fulfil the role which we estimate as at least 12 hours a week < All Jobs Chair of Trustees Salary: N/A Hours: 12 hours a week Contract Type: Voluntary Location: ​ Close Date: Thursday, 29 February 2024 Email Contact: info@transitionbath.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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    Previous Job Next Job Outdoor Education Instructor We are looking for a dedicated and experienced individual to join our Outdoor Education Team. We are seeking to recruit a well organised and motivated individual who is committed to the personal development of young people through the provision of high-quality outdoor education activities. Hours : 36.5 hrs per week, including regular evening, weekend, and school holiday work. Salary: £23,935 gross per annum – plus 7% employers pension contribution. Location : The role is based at Oxenwood Outdoor Education Centre, with some outreach delivery at alternative venues throughout Wiltshire, including Linkenholt Countryside Adventure Centre. Supervisor : Deputy Centre Manager, Oxenwood Outdoor Education Centre The role focusses on designing and leading a range of high-quality outdoor education activities including supporting young people to develop their self-confidence, self-esteem and skills as part of our day, multi-day and residential outdoor education service offer. You should hold relevant instructor’s awards however these can be gained during employment. You should have experience and a passion for organising and delivering varied outdoor education group work activities. Be able to work flexible hours, relate to and inspire young people. Be creative, able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Adventitious qualifications: • Archery instructor. • Paddle sports instructor / leader. • Mountain bike instructor. There role will include evening, weekend and school holiday working. Due to the nature of the work, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. For an informal discussion about the role and to apply please contact Mo Maloney, Deputy Centre Manager on 01264 731274 or email: dmaloney@oxenwoodcentre.com No agencies please. Closing date: 28th March 2024 The Job Description, Person Specification and an application form for this role can be found on our website at https://www.communityfirst.org.uk/vacancies . Please contact us if you would like a hard copy application form, or if you require any assistance in applying for this post. CVs, with a covering letter describing why you are applying and how your skills relate to the role, will also be considered. Please send completed applications to Nicky Theobald, Premises and Business Support Manager at ntheobald@communityfirst.org.uk Community First is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No. 288117. < All Jobs Outdoor Education Instructor Salary: £23,935 gross per annum Hours: 36.5 hrs per week, including regular evening, weekend, and school holiday work Contract Type: Full time Location: Oxenwood Outdoor Education Centre, with some outreach delivery at alternative venues throughout Wiltshire, including Linkenholt Countryside Adventure Centre. Close Date: Thursday, 28 March 2024 Email Contact: ntheobald@communityfirst.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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