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Previous Job Next Job What we are looking for We are looking to appoint a trustee with relevant experience to coordinate our communications, webspace development, social media activity and develop a strategy that ensures the charity reaches the right audiences with the right messages. Main Responsibilities To ensure that opportunities to promote the Friends charity, its retail offerings – The Friends of the RUH Shop in the Atrium and the Café @ B18 and our wide range of volunteering activities within the RUH are maximised To actively contribute to existing communications channels within the RUH by building relationships and sharing regular content/stories with the hospital’s Communications Team. To provide the Board of Trustees and staff with updates on communication including reporting on coverage and reach on a monthly basis Key Skills We Are Looking For A full range of communications, people and management skills Excellent written and presentational skills with a track record of producing high quality, inspiring and compelling content across a range of digital channels Ability to develop and/or execute social media campaigns Good webspace development and management skills Understanding and acceptance of legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship Commitment The Board meets every other month and meetings last 1-2 hours, We anticipate this will take up to 6 hours a month, not necessarily all at once. We would require the person who is applying to commit to a term of at least three years in order to shape this new role. All trustees and volunteers are required to provide references, personal information for DBS and occupational health clearance before starting. About the Friends of the RUH The League of Friends of the RUH is a long established independent charity working in partnership with the Royal United Hospitals Foundation Trust to provide amenities and support services for patients of the hospital. We operate the Friends of the RUH Shop in the Atrium and the very popular Café @ B18. We have a volunteer workforce of over 150 and we are working with the Trust to greatly increase this number over the coming months. If you are interested in applying, please send your cv and covering letter to Bernard.rymer@nhs.net . If you have any questions or require further information, please use the same email address. Closing Date: 31 July 2023 < All Jobs Communications and Marketing Trustee Salary: N/A Hours: 6 hours a month Contract Type: Location: Bath Close Date: Monday, 31 July 2023 Email Contact: Bernard.rymer@nhs.net < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
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Previous Job Next Job Closing date: Due to the urgency, please apply as soon as possible as we are reviewing applications as they are received. Situated on a beautiful 37-acre site, Bath City Farm is a charitable organisation, providing education, training and therapeutic activities to disadvantaged people in the local community, as well as a free-to-access visitor attraction for families and children. These roles are a key part of our café team and will be involved in all aspects of the smooth running of the café. This might involve providing a friendly welcome for visitors to the café, taking orders accurately through the till, clearing tables, ensuring the café is kept clean and tidy, helping in the kitchen with washing and drying up, supporting the Cook with food preparation and making hot drinks with the coffee machine (training will be provided as required). As well as operating as a hub for visitors, the café is also a training facility for people furthest from the jobs market to build skills and confidence to re-enter the world of work or regular volunteering. This is delivered as part of our Roots to Work programme Job Description Application Form – for external applicants < All Jobs Café Assistants Salary: Based on £9.50/hour plus paid holiday Hours: The café is open Tuesdays to Saturdays and various, casual hours are available throughout the week. Shifts are usually 9am to 4pm. Contract Type: Casual Location: Bath City Farm Café, between Twerton and Whiteway Close Date: Monday, 31 October 2022 Email Contact: recruitment@bathcityfarm.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
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Previous Job Next Job Job Purpose Your legacy will be a tangible impact on slowing down climate change, helping nature recover and creating social impact by developing funding relationships that support our woodland projects and organisational development more broadly. You will join a fast-growing organisation that started in 2019 with four volunteers and has grown to a staff team of nineteen (with more recruitment in the pipeline for 2024), over 1,000 volunteers and ownership of nearly 600 acres of land that will grow woodlands of over 160,000 trees. We are looking for an experienced trusts and foundations fundraising professional with exceptional grant writing & management skills. You will help take ANT to our next level of impact by identifying funding opportunities and by inspiring funders to join our ambitious plans for effecting change. The role We have recently updated our Fundraising Strategy to help meet our exciting plans on growth. Fundraising goals are focused on a specific target around the establishment of Lower Chew Forest, medium term unrestricted buffers to plug potential funding gaps and a longer term goal of unrestricted funding to make the organisation more independent, sustainable and resilient. There will be also be an opportunity to support more specific areas of our existing woodland projects such as our green skills workshops and potentially, the acquisition of new woodland. Our work with trusts & foundations to date has been limited but successful. We believe there is a real opportunity for developing relationships with funders with aligned goals. In particular we see opportunities in the following areas: biodiversity flood mitigation & chemical run off connecting people to the environment, especially marginalised communities innovation and pioneering new ways of working alternative forms of farming green economy skills building children & young people funders focused on the Avon area partnerships We are looking for an individual who has a shared passion for our work. You will inspire funders of the benefits of our model for affecting tangible change in the fight against the climate crisis. Main responsibilities Work with the Head of Engagement, Communications and Fundraising to review our current trusts & foundations offerings & processes. Develop a set of recommendations for improvements, with the potential to overhaul the proposition and shape it in your own vision Working towards funding goals as laid out in our update Fundraising Strategy, consult the Lower Chew Forest project lead to identify and package up specific funding opportunities Identify areas of our work that might be of interest to funders supplying unrestricted income Work with relevant staff to develop strong cases for support and case studies, both at a organisational and individual project level Coordinate with the Impact & Knowledge Lead to gather supporting impact data Research potential funders and build a working pipeline of applications and calendar of activities. Track progress and gather feedback. Write persuasive and impactful grant proposals. Use storytelling techniques to bring the scale and ambition of our projects to life Develop and nurture relationships with key funders Provide timely reporting for funders to a high standard, including updates and end of grant reports There is the opportunity to work with the Head of Engagement, Communications & Fundraising on wider fundraising initiatives, for example our project-based crowdfunder - if this is of interest Contribute to statutory grant applications for large project-based funding Other duties and opportunities as required Working relationships and expectations As a member of the Engagement, Communications & Fundraising team, you will work closely with the HECF, and alongside the Partnerships & Philanthropy Lead, Communications team & stakeholder engagement roles. You will also collaborate more widely across the organisation, working with project leads to identify funding opportunities and gathering reporting data. Hybrid working between home and our office (currently on Gloucester Road with a move to central Bristol soon) with the expectation of being present in our office or on site more than half the days on the typical week Occasional evening and weekend working will be required but this is not a substantial feature of your role Our staff maintain an appropriate level of confidentiality, professionalism and discretion at all times Our staff comply with organisational policies, procedures, and guidance, and external regulations and laws < All Jobs Trusts & Foundations Lead Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 Hours: 0.6FTE - 0.8FTE based on 35 hours PW (1FTE) Contract Type: Fixed term, 0.6FTE - 0.8FTE Location: Hybrid working between home and our office in Bristol Close Date: Thursday, 15 August 2024 Email Contact: contact@avonneedstrees.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
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Previous Job Next Job The Genesis Trust is an inspiring and much-loved Christian charity in Bath. In our Life Projects work at the Gateway Centre, we provide a psychologically informed service and individual support to vulnerable and homeless adults. We are excited to announce that we are looking for an Engagement and Support Worker as part of our Life Projects team providing a safe, positive and inclusive service to our guests. What about you? • If you are an enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate person who has a genuine desire to support people transform their lives then we would love to hear from you. • Do you have excellent interpersonal skills and listening skills, patience, resilience and a can-do attitude? If yes, then please get in touch. • Whether or not you have some experience of supporting vulnerable people through a process of change, or an understanding of the complex issues faced by homeless people or those with addiction, we will provide you with the training you need to work with guests in a holistic and person-centred way. If you would like to know more please email Steph Wynne-Davey at office@genesistrust.org.uk for more information and an application form. < All Jobs Engagement and Support Worker Salary: £24,570.00 to £29,795.90 (full time equivalent & depending on experience) Hours: 0900-1700 (3 to 5 days per week negotiable) Contract Type: Full time/Part time Location: The Gateway Centre, Snow Hill, London Road, Bath Close Date: Wednesday, 25 October 2023 Email Contact: office@genesistrust.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
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Previous Job Next Job Job Title: Fundraising and Supporter Experience Executive Location: Hybrid - Regular presence at our offices in Bath plus remote working Hours: 30 or 37.5 hrs/week (open to flexible working) Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £28,000-33,000 FTE dependent on experience For over 50 years, Designability has designed and provided products that have enabled disabled people to live with greater independence. Our team of talented designers, engineers and occupational therapists create innovative new products which have helped hundreds of thousands of disabled people with their day to day challenges. We are best known now for Wizzybug, our powered wheelchair which helps young disabled children move and play independently for often the first time in their lives. Families loan one from us for free thanks to the generous support of our donors. Designability follows The Social Model of Disability, which holds that disabled people are disabled by their environments rather than any variation in their capabilities. We create our innovative products by being experts in user-centred design – put simply, this means that it is disabled people and their needs and views that make our products unique. We have ambitious plans for the future. We are in a strong financial position with healthy reserves, and have a forward plan for a significant new product innovation launching next year, and an ongoing partnership project which will have impact on the lives of millions of disabled people. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our dynamic team at an exciting time of growth across our charity, and to make a meaningful difference through our work supporting disabled people to live with greater independence. We are seeking an ambitious and outgoing individual to join our team to manage and grow income from individuals, corporate partners and the community. If you enjoy meeting new people, building relationships and managing a diverse workload we’d love you to join our welcoming and friendly team and help us make a difference to daily life for disabled people across the UK. You will have proven experience of: Proactively seeking out and maximising opportunities for support and securing income. Successfully building and managing relationships creating long term support and engagement. Creating effective and engaging donor or customer journeys and stewardship plans. Public speaking and presenting to a variety of different audiences. You will joining an independent, national charity based in Bath. Our creative and inspiring team includes engineers, technicians, product designers, occupational therapists, fundraisers and administrators. We are led by strong values: we are creative, inclusive and practical, with our vision being to create a future where every disabled person has the products they want to live the life they choose. We are really proud that we were awarded second place in the ‘Best Charities to Work For 2020’ list by Third Sector which is a reflection of our team highly rating the fact that we encourage activities that create strong teams and foster good personal relationships. Our staff also stated their confidence in Designability’s leadership and strategic planning. To find out more about Designability visit designability.org.uk The University of Bath provide us with recruitment support and applications are made through the University of Bath jobs website. We choose to follow many of the University of Bath’s human resources policies. However, Designability is a fully independent charity and our staff contracts are not with the University. For an informal conversation about this role, please email Genevieve Arney, Head of Fundraising and Communications at Designability on genevievearney@designability.org.uk Closing Date for applications: Sunday 11th September 2022. Interview date: Successful applicants will be offered a mutually convenient interview date. Interviews will be held in our Bath offices. Start date: At earliest availability < All Jobs Fundraising and Supporter Experience Executive Salary: £28,000-£33,000 FTE depending on experience Hours: 30 or 37.5 hrs/week (open to flexible working) Contract Type: Permanent Location: Bath Close Date: Sunday, 11 September 2022 Email Contact: < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
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Previous Job Next Job This role will support the Charity Manager and CEO in delivering the business plan for the next 3 years, in particular fundraising growth and raising the profile of the charity. The Fundraising and Marketing Officer will build positive relationships to secure significant income and develop new relationships with Trusts and Foundations, local communities, business and individuals, bringing in regular and targeted income through grants, events, regular donations and online short-term fundraising campaigns. The Fundraising and Marketing Officer will support the fundraising activities through targeted marketing such as online awareness campaigns, regular newsletters and development of relations with press and media. This role is ⅔ fundraising and ⅓ marketing. Main Responsibilities To secure significant income from a variety of sources including Trusts and events, individuals and businesses To raise the profile of the charity and grow our supporter base including through the website, social media, press and media < All Jobs Fundraising and Marketing Officer Salary: £25000 - £30000 Hours: 22.5 per week Contract Type: Part-time Location: From home with regular meetings in Bristol and Bath Close Date: Thursday, 19 September 2024 Email Contact: karinae@ycdt.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
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Previous Job Next Job You will be an excellent communicator, used advising leadership teams, extremely well organised, used to managing complex issues and have a passion for supporting teams to succeed. You will have a natural curiosity for innovative practice and a firm commitment to ensuring that equalities, diversity, inclusion and fairness are at the heart of everything we do. You will also be responsible for supporting the effectiveness of our Board of Trustees, ensuring our governance practices are sound and we are accountable to our members. 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 30 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 People, Culture & Governance Manager Salary: Pro rata of £28,762 - £34,308 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
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Previous Job Next Job Clean Slate is an exciting and innovative social enterprise working towards a world where everyone can provide for themselves and their families, where society addresses everyone's needs and where it doesn't it costs more to be poor. We believe in fair opportunity for all so that anyone who is ready and able can get work. We enable people to improve their financial wellbeing, supporting them to access the support they need to manage their money well and find work. Clean Slate, in partnership with Quids in! magazine, is overhauling the rulebook on helping low-income households become better off. Clean Slate is expanding. We are looking for a Floating Support Worker to join the Reach service at our partner Developing Health & Independence in Bath on secondment. As a secondment, you will deliver housing related advice and support to service users referred to the Reach Housing Advice & Support Service, who are experiencing difficulties in securing and sustaining their homes and living independently within the community. You will promote social inclusion and independence and work alongside people experiencing homelessness using a person-centred approach to support them in achieving their goals. You will need to stay true to Clean Slate’s values and promote the service within the secondment. To be considered for this role, you will need good communication skills, written and verbal. Experience or willingness to learn of working innovatively and effectively with people who are socially excluded and/or in housing need. The ability to plan, prioritise, and organise your own work and time and a good basic level of IT literacy. As well as offering flexible working arrangements from the start of your employment, our benefits for staff include the opportunity to get support with mental and emotional health through our partner agencies and opportunities to develop your skills further, including using our own excellent in-house training . Our culture is open and we encourage everyone to contribute to the management of the organisation. Successful applicants will be required to have a DBS check. To apply: If you feel this role is one you could thrive in, please apply by midnight on Sunday 25th August. To apply, please upload your CV and a covering letter with a supporting statement. Your letter should outline why you would be suitable for the role, clearly stating your qualification and/or practical experience in Information, Advice and Guidance and any languages you speak. < All Jobs Floating Support Worker Salary: £25,119 Hours: Full time: 37.5 hrs per week Contract Type: Part time, fixed term to 31 March 2025 (extension possible subject to funding) Location: Central Bath and home visits to clients Close Date: Sunday, 25 August 2024 Email Contact: bath@cleanslateltd.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
- SWEDA Ltd
SWEDA Ltd Brief Description of Organisation Supporting people with eating disorders across the South and West Visit Website Full Description of Organisation SWEDA Ltd Brief Description of Organisation Supporting people with eating disorders across the South and West Visit WebSite
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Previous Job Next Job We are recruiting for a highly experienced project manager to deliver the Somer Valley Rediscovered project. This is a job-share post working alongside the existing part time Project Manager. If you have a background of green infrastructure, community engagement and an interest in the natural environment and health and well-being, this role is an opportunity to deliver benefits for our communities and nature. Somer Valley Rediscovered is a strategic green infrastructure project with duel aims of improving biodiversity and improving health and wellbeing through connection to nature. Somer Valley Rediscovered sits within Bath & North East Somerset Council’s Green Infrastructure and Nature Recovery Team and is an important element of the Council’s response to address the Ecological Emergency. We have secured significant funding to deliver a 3-year Somer Valley Rediscovered Greenspaces Project, focusing on 5 key greenspaces in Radstock, Westfield and Midsomer Norton. The project will work with several B&NES services that include the Public Health Team and Parks Dept, and with external partners, including town and parish councils, Natural England and Wessex Water. The project involves: Nature recovery including grassland and woodland restoration Improvements to access and interpretation Volunteering opportunities Events and activities Green Social Prescribing The post holder will have overall responsibility for delivering the Somer Valley Rediscovered Greenspaces Project as well as developing other projects and opportunities to take Somer Valley Rediscovered forward beyond 2025. You will have experience in managing and delivering complex programmes of projects with multiple partners, writing funding bids, procuring and managing contractors and consultants. Your main place of work will be the award-winning, modern Civic Centre in Keynsham, halfway between Bath and Bristol, easily accessible via car or public transport, with a train station 5 minutes’ walk away. Why B&NES Council? We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. These include: A competitive salary package A range of flexible working and hybrid working options, including flexi-time, four regional offices and home-working, dependent on service requirements A generous holiday allowance and special leave provisions The Local Government Pension Scheme A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – whatever life throws at you; we are committed to supporting you and your well-being at work and home Professional and personal development including in-house training and accredited qualifications including Aspiring Manager and Leadership Development Discount scheme including the VECTIS card that offers numerous local discounts including cycle to work and free entry to numerous local attractions with B&NES Interested to find out more? If you are interested in this post and require more details after reading the job description or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Miriam Woolnough, Somer Valley Rediscovered Project Manager by emailing miriam_woolnough@bathnes.gov.uk or Mark Minkley Strategic Manager Green Infrastructure & Nature Recovery by emailing mark_minkley@bathnes.gov.uk To apply Please use the online application facility. For further information on applying please see “Application Form Help ” page on the Jobs website. Bath & North East Somerset Council has one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives. We have four core values which shape every aspect of our working life and how we look to the future. These values are to be Bold, Empowered, Supportive and Transparent . Please explain in your application how you could incorporate these values into the role you are applying for. As an equal opportunities employer, Bath & North East Somerset Council is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and is opposed to discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Interview Date: Monday 12th December 2022. Please note the Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at-risk register. This means should a redeployee express an interest in this role, providing they meet the essential criteria for the role, they will be interviewed before any shortlisting or interviewing of external candidates. < All Jobs Somer Valley Rediscovered Project Manager Salary: £38,296 - £41,496 pa, pro rata Hours: 22 per week Contract Type: Fixed Term (until 30/09/2025 with possibility of extension subject to securing further funding) Location: Keynsham Close Date: Sunday, 4 December 2022 Email Contact: miriam_woolnough@bathnes.gov.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: Hostel Support Worker - Mornings only Salary: £9,296 per year (full time equivalent £23,240) Hours: 15 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: Bath Additional information: Shifts are Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 11:00 AM First responder duties, £20 per night The Role: We are a fun dynamic team who strive to provide a quality person centred service to some of the most vulnerable people in society. Manvers Street Hostel is a busy move on hostel for rough sleepers in Bath and North East Somerset. We deliver 24 hour support, 365 days a year, to help former rough sleepers out of homelessness. We are recruiting for a Hostel Support Worker to work 3 hours a day across the week, Monday to Friday. Responsibilities include: Give clients advice, information and provide an enabling service to they can access the appropriate services. Ensure all clients are provided with a high-quality person-centred service. Maintain client records that they are accurate and fully updated using our client record system. Responsible for day-to-day health and safety and the safe running of accommodation projects, including liaison with external contractors. Be a positive member of the Manvers Street Hostel team and work in close partnership with colleagues and all the relevant external agencies. Qualifications / Requirements: Empathy and understanding of the needs of Julian House clients. Good communication skills to build up relationships with clients and external agencies. Understanding of the causes of homelessness and social exclusion. For the full job description please click here 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 27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment 30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops 20% staff discount at Julian House 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 6 weekly 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. DBS Checks We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, 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. Get in touch If you have any questions about Hostel Support Worker role, please get in touch with the team at recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk . 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 Hostel Support Worker (Mornings) Salary: £9,296 (full time equivalent £23,240) Hours: 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 11:00 AM Contract Type: Part time, permanent Location: Bath Close Date: Tuesday, 31 October 2023 Email Contact: recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
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Previous Job Next Job Designability Seeks New Trustees to join the Board https://designability.org.uk The charity that enables disabled people to live with greater independence Designability is a UK charity that enables disabled people to live with greater independence. Our team of designers and engineers create life-changing assistive products to help people who are facing challenges every day. We follow the principles of human-centered design which means that everything we develop is done in response to what people tell us they need. Our aim is for people to achieve greater independence and happiness in their lives – goals that benefit all of society. A Trustee will need to have operated at a senior level ideally in an Executive or Non-Executive role. This is an unpaid voluntary role. Specific Experience and Expertise for this role We particularly encourage applications from people who have personal or lived experience of disability, as well as women and people from ethnic minorities who are currently underrepresented on our board. We would welcome candidates with experience in the following areas: • Clinical expertise, with experience of working with disabled people. This could include perhaps experience gained through a senior position in occupational therapy, physiotherapy or rehabilitation engineering or rehabilitation medicine • Fundraising expertise, with experience gained either from a senior position in fundraising for a charity or through experience of raising funds for charity in a commercial or private organisation • Other relevant senior experience from a sector relevant to Designability’s work, in particular the design and creative industry, or general commercial or business experience. Time Commitment: Circa 3 days per month, this includes 4 Board meetings, an annual Away Day, sub-committee meetings, strategic Board events, inductions and reading in preparation for Board meetings. To request a candidate briefing pack - please contact Sandy Hinks, Head of Charity Practice on 01275 371200 or email: recruit@moonexecsearch.com quoting reference: MC2276 Closing date : Midnight Sunday 4th September 2022 Moon Executive Search is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all areas of society. Designability is committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive and diverse culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities. Designability. Registered in England & Wales. Company No. 933932 Registered: Designability Charity Ltd, Wolfson Centre, Department D1, Royal United Hospital, Bath, BA1 3NG Registered Charity: 256335 https://designability.org.uk/ < All Jobs Trustees Salary: Hours: Variable Contract Type: Voluntary Location: Bath, Hybrid Close Date: Sunday, 4 September 2022 Email Contact: recruit@moonexecsearch.com < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
- Southside
Southside Brief Description of Organisation Southside supports individuals and families living in Bath and North East Somerset to make positive changes in their lives. Rooted in the heart of the communities we have served since 1997, Southside strives to reduce social isolation and to build strong, resilient communities. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Southside supports individuals and families living in Bath and North East Somerset to make positive changes in their lives. Rooted in the heart of the communities we have served since 1997, Southside strives to reduce social isolation and to build strong, resilient communities. Southside is there for you whether you are grappling with problems such as domestic abuse, substance abuse, mental health difficulties; or problems with finance and debt, housing issues or concerns related to education and employment. We don’t have a magic wand - but based on an assessment of your needs we can provide a wide range of specific services that aim to give you the tools to make positive change in your life and that of your family. Southside began in 1997 with a team of two. Over twenty years later the team has grown to over fifty staff & volunteers, based at Meade House on Bath’s Whiteway Estate. Our services reach out to individuals and families all over the Bath and North East Somerset region. Vision Southside’s vision is to provide accessible support services that excel. All our services are based in the communities in which we work and reflect the values of those communities. Children, young people and their families are at the heart of the work we do. Easy-to-Reach Services Our services are easy-to-reach because they have been developed over many decades with children, young people and families — and collaboratively with health providers, police, housing, education services and Bath and North East Somerset council. Our Approach We take an evidenced-based, psychologically informed approach to our work. Rather than imposing our knowledge on children and families to achieve positive change, we combine it with the family’s expertise. We work respectfully with whole families to help them to overcome their difficulties and to build resilience. We are very proud to say that over 50% of our paid staff were once service users. Southside Brief Description of Organisation Southside supports individuals and families living in Bath and North East Somerset to make positive changes in their lives. Rooted in the heart of the communities we have served since 1997, Southside strives to reduce social isolation and to build strong, resilient communities. Visit WebSite
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Previous Job Next Job The Urban Garden has a thriving volunteer programme with a number of roles on different days of the week. We are looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to recruit for and supervise our volunteer drop in session as well as helping to manage all our volunteers that help out when the garden centre is open Thursdays-Sundays. You will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills and have an ability to motivate a wide range of people in different settings. Practical knowledge and experience of horticulture is essential. The Urban Garden is the ‘Smallest Garden Centre with the Biggest Heart’, a small garden centre social enterprise located in Royal Victoria Park. We offer accredited practical horticultural training for people who are long term unemployed and/or are struggling with their mental health. Our volunteer days include a general drop in session for local people on a Wednesday afternoon and opportunities to volunteer when we are open Thursdays-Sundays. The Wednesday session is supervised by the Volunteer Co-ordinator and is a chance for volunteers to get the garden centre ready for the week ahead. We have around 12 people attending on this day and 3 attending Thursday to Sunday. Job description Volunteer co-ordinator Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities Recruit volunteers from a wide variety of backgrounds and abilities across Bath and surrounding areas. Directly supervise the volunteer group on the Wednesday afternoon drop in session. Match new and existing volunteers with jobs that suit their skills, needs and aspirations as far as possible whilst also helping The Urban Garden to fulfil its aims and objectives. Manage the volunteer experience including induction, supporting, motivating and building in regular communication and two-way feedback. Lead on and support other staff and volunteers in organising volunteer socials, training and networking events. Keep records of regular volunteers where appropriate and in accordance with GDPR and keep volunteers informed of UG requirements in terms of values, expectations, health and safety. Carry out regular evaluations of volunteers’ experiences through case studies and using our self-assessment questionnaire. Liaise with partner organisations to recruit volunteers and organise joint events involving UG volunteers. Carry out additional tasks as required as part of a small team to assist with the development and operation of the organisation. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of working with and supporting volunteers. Strong understanding and practical experience of horticulture. Strong planning, time management and organisational skills Good IT skills, including using excel, word Ability to work independently much of the time, albeit with regular communications with the Director. Strong team player with excellent communication skills and an ability to communicate with and motivate a wide range of people in different settings. Willing and able to carry out physical tasks, including gardening, occasionally in cold and/or wet weather. An ability to work flexibly and to work 10 weekend days a year and to work flexible hours when necessary. Desirable Experience of working in a Community Interest Company and/or a charity Supervising volunteers in a horticultural setting. Practical skills, for example DIY, carpentry. Experience and/or knowledge of community development practice. Recruitment experience Terms of the Contract Reports to: The Director Location: The Urban Garden, Marlborough Buildings, Bath, BA1 2LZ. Contract: Part-time, 1 year rolling (subject to funding) Hours: 7.5 hours per week Salary: £27,000 (pro rata) Holiday: Holidays of 25 days per year (plus public holidays) pro rata Pension: NEST pension with employer contribution 3% and employee contribution 5%. To apply, please email matt@theurbangarden.org.uk with your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the post. Offers of employment in respect of this position will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the DBS, and two references. Closing date: Wednesday 10th July 5pm. < All Jobs Volunteer Co-ordinator Salary: £27,000 (pro rata) Hours: 7.5 hours per week Contract Type: Part-time, 1 year rolling (subject to funding) Location: Bath Close Date: Wednesday, 10 July 2024 Email Contact: matt@theurbangarden.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
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Previous Job Next Job Become a Trustee for Grow Batheaston Grow Batheaston is based in the village of Batheaston on the eastern fringes of Bath. It is a vibrant and active charity that supports the local community through delivering it’s charitable objectives: 1. The promotion of community participation in healthy recreation and other recreation in Batheaston and the surrounding areas with the object of improving the conditions of life for the inhabitants of Batheaston and the surrounding areas. 2. To advance education particularly in relation to gardening, local food growing and healthy eating, and matters relating to the environment including by enhancing the development and education of children under statutory school age including by encouraging parents to understand and provide for the needs of children through community groups 3. To promote civic responsibility and good citizenship including by promoting, organising, facilitating cooperation and partnership working between charitable and other voluntary organisations within and around the area of benefit 4. To promote, establish operate and/or support other similar schemes and projects which further charitable purposes. Grow Batheaston initially started in response to the pandemic, but soon recognised the importance of building a resilient community able to respond to the impact of climate change and biodiversity loss. More can be found out about GBs activity on our website . Earlier this year Grow Batheaston achieved charity status and we are now looking to recruit more Trustees and build the capacity and capability of our board. Our Trustees will have an interest in environmental issues and/or community sports and/or arts and culture. We are specifically looking for people with experience in the following areas, but we are happy to receive applications from people with a broad range of skills and experience. 1. Legal skills 2. Fund raising 3. Community bases initiatives 4. Land management Previous experience as a Trustee would be desirable. The board of Trustees meets four times a year, and members have an open invitation to join the monthly steering group meetings. It is anticipated that the Trustees will use their experience and expertise to support the steering group to deliver GB strategy which is agreed annually. The amount of time required to do this will vary but is likely to be between ½ to 1 day a month. If you would like to find out more please contact hello@growbatheaston.co.uk with your contact details and your query will be forwarded to one of the current trustees. If you would like to apply, please send an e-mail to hello@growbatheaston.co.uk explaining why you would like to become a Trustee and how you think you could help deliver the charitable objectives in 300 words or less CLOSING DATE: 30th September Interviews are planned for mid October < All Jobs Trustee Salary: Voluntary Hours: Average 5-10 hours per month or more if you're able to spare the time, 4 trustee meetings per yearand annual AGM Contract Type: Part Time Location: Batheaston working from home Close Date: Friday, 29 September 2023 Email Contact: hello@growbatheaston.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
- MV Balmoral Fund Ltd
MV Balmoral Fund Ltd Brief Description of Organisation The Mv Balmoral Fund Ltd are owners of the heritage motor vessel Balmoral which is registered with the National Historic Ships Register and sailed on the Bristol Channel until 2017. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation The aim of the MV Balmoral Fund Ltd, a registered charity, is to return the ship to service. In the meantime she is open in Bristol for educational visits, meetings and events. She is maintained by volunteers. M.V. Balmoral MV Balmoral Fund Ltd Brief Description of Organisation The Mv Balmoral Fund Ltd are owners of the heritage motor vessel Balmoral which is registered with the National Historic Ships Register and sailed on the Bristol Channel until 2017. Visit WebSite
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Previous Job Next Job We are looking for a motivated and organised senior project manager to run the Green Open Homes B&NES project, a series of events where residents with energy efficient homes open them to visitors. Research has shown that over 70% of visitors are inspired to improve the energy efficiency of their homes after an open homes event so this is an excellent role for if you are keen to make a difference to the climate crisis. Our Green Open Homes B&NES events in 2023 were a resounding success. The Senior Project Manager will build on this success to deliver a series of further events throughout Bath & North East Somerset. Click here to view the Job Description Click here for the Application Form Please use the application forms provided when applying for jobs. We do not accept CVs. We are an equal opportunities employer and we are keen to develop a team that is more representative of the communities we serve. READ OUR EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY FIND OUT MORE ABOUT BWCE < All Jobs Senior Project Manager (Green Open Homes B&NES) Salary: £37,500 per year full time, pro rata to 3 days a week at £22,500 Hours: 3 days per week. Some evening and weekend work will be required. Contract Type: To 30th June 2025 Location: Working from home, with the post-holder able to join the team for coworking in central Bath if desired. Travel to communities throughout Bath & North East Somerset is required Close Date: Monday, 15 January 2024 Email Contact: < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
- First Steps Bath
First Steps Bath Brief Description of Organisation First Steps - A charity and social enterprise working alongside children and families to enhance communities and to change lives. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation First Steps - A charity and social enterprise working alongside children and families to enhance communities and to change lives. Through the provision of high quality, inclusive childcare and support for families First Steps mission is to work in collaboration and partnership and ensure that whole communities thrive. At First Steps we see each child as a unique, independent learner nested within their family and their community. We offer an inspiring, warm and nurturing environment where children can explore, be brave, test new ideas and above all have fun. First Steps is part of the Compassionate Community movement - a grass roots social movement which recognizes there are people and organisations supporting each other, who are available and can step in as and when needed with actual or virtual support. This will enable people in need to easily access local support and as a result of our work more people will get the help they need in a timely way and residents, students and businesses will be motivated to take action. Making Bath and North East Somerset a more sustainable, compassionate and healthy place and give individuals the confidence to take positive action when its needed. First Steps Bath Brief Description of Organisation First Steps - A charity and social enterprise working alongside children and families to enhance communities and to change lives. Visit WebSite
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Previous Job Next Job Job Purpose • Be responsible, and accountable to the Board, for all day-to-day operations of the charity and provide good governance in line with Charity Commission requirements and good practice • Provide internal and external leadership and direction in developing and implementing GlobalARRK’s strategy with projects and plans consistent with GlobalARRK’s charitable objects • Work inclusively with Trustees, Staff, Clients and partners to take GlobalARRK to the next stage of its development and beyond • Ensure the effective and efficient running of GlobalARRK as an organisation • Take the lead in the development and delivery of supporting Stuck Parents, the promotion of the Charity, fundraising plans and business development If you are interested in working with a new and engaged Board of Trustees, a formal role and responsibilities along with additional information on the Charity is available from; Ian Burden, Chair of Trustees, voluntarytime@gmail.com . < All Jobs Chief Executive Officer Salary: 30,451 Hours: 7.5 Contract Type: Part time Location: Work from home Close Date: Monday, 31 January 2022 Email Contact: voluntarytime@gmail.com < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job
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Previous Job Next Job About us Citizens Advice Bath and North East Somerset is an independent local charity providing information and advice to residents of the Bath & NE Somerset area which covers the city of Bath, several smaller towns and the surrounding rural area. We provide free, independent, impartial and confidential advice – whoever you are, whatever the problem. We help people overcome their problems and campaign on big issues when their voices need to be heard. We value diversity and promote equality and would welcome suitably qualified people with disabilities and ethnic minority applicants as these groups are under-represented in our workforce. Role Profile At Citizens Advice Bath & NE Somerset, the training and development of our people is at the heart of everything we do, to make sure we provide our clients with the highest possible quality of service. You must enjoy working with people as the majority of your time will be spent coordinating or delivering our volunteer recruitment and training programme, and working directly with colleagues and learners. You will be coordinating training and learning activities across the whole organisation, working with our experienced supervisors to induct new staff and volunteers as well as providing or coordinating training to address any skills gaps in other roles. You might also be delivering training to external organisations. You will have an enthusiastic, open and creative approach to learning and accommodate the development needs of paid staff and volunteers through coaching and mentoring, as well as direct training sessions. To Apply Advert, job pack and application form are on our website here. To apply, please download and complete the application form and email 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. < All Jobs Training Coordinator Salary: £20,800 pa Hours: 30 per week Contract Type: Part time, permanent Location: Bath & North East Somerset Close Date: Sunday, 23 April 2023 Email Contact: emily.davies@cab-banes.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job