Support the local community: BECOME A TRUSTEE We are looking for community members and service users to join the Board of Trustees Especially looking for people with legal, education Location: /childcare and finance/fundraising skills For more information contact: administrator@elizabeth-house.org.uk or give us a call on: 020 7690 1300
Current Vacancies
Dementia Advisor
LOCATION: Manchester
To promote the ACCG BAME Dementia Advice Service and develop networks with partner organisations who also work in the field of dementia, mental health, disabilities, and benefits and income advice, including Primary and Secondary care, Social Care and Health, and Welfare Benefit agencies, with the aim of promoting
control and empowering individuals to make informed choices.
To help people to navigate and access appropriate services, ensuring they make contact with the right organisation/person able to help them.
Holistic Therapist
LOCATION: Manchester
To provide a range of holistic therapies to individuals accessing the service to aid in improving their health and well-being.
Join our team
Please either download the form fill in and send it back to us, or complete our online form
Working at ACCG requirements:
Below is an outline of the standard practices and what we expected
NOTE: This job description is neither definitive nor exhaustive and is not intended to be totally comprehensive. It may be reviewed in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder
Elizabeth House Community Centre Join our Board of Trustees! Who are we? The Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust (HVBT) was founded by local residents as a Charity in September 1993 to save and operate Elizabeth House, a grassroot, multi-purpose Community Centre. Through our community-based approach - acting as a community ‘anchor’ – we build trust and bring people together so that we can connect residents to practical support and opportunities. Our vision is for everyone in the local community around Elizabeth House to have a better quality of life through accessing key services and activities. The Charity is dedicated to providing a safe and open space, as well as inclusive and flexible services for the community. We aim to have a meaningful and positive influence on the local community. Our priority is to respond to the needs of the local community, especially people with high needs or who are underserved. Elizabeth House provides a range of services open to all and a place for local people to use, as well as a space and support for other organisations to deliver their services and activities. Being a Trustee of the Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust The Charity and the Community Centre are run through the Board of Trustees. Trustees play a key role in making sure HVBT and Elizabeth House achieve their purpose and priorities, as well as complying with all the relevant laws and regulations. Trustees oversee the overall management of the Charity. They ensure that our work and goals are in line with our mission and vision. Trustees support the executive team, but also challenge the team so the organisation continue to adapt and thrive. Trustees have a collective responsibility. They always act as a group and not as individuals. You can read more about the role of Trustees on the Charity Commission’s website: Charity trustee: what’s involved (CC3a) - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) The Trustee’s commitment to the Charity will include attending quarterly board meetings and the annual community event (late September). It is also expected that trustees will visit the centre to meet staff and volunteers, build their understanding of what we do, and provide support to the Executive Director. At times, the trustees may need to be actively involved in new initiatives, special events, to lead discussions on key issues or provide guidance in new areas. Trustees are expected to give around 4 to 8 hours per month, through face-to-face meetings, visits and active support in specific projects (e.g. events, recruitment, strategy, research). The roles are unpaid, but the charity can pay reasonable travel expenses. Going forward, we intend that trustees are appointed for a maximum of two three-year terms. Renewal of terms is not a given and will be led by organisational needs. We also want to make sure Updated January 2024 that not all trustees retire at the same time, so we welcome new applications on a rolling basis to make sure the Board has at least seven trustees at all times. Who are we looking for? Trustees should all be from the local community, living in Islington, Hackney or Haringey. While it is important that some Trustees have certain relevant professional expertise, not all Trustees need to have a particular professional experience to be valuable. Commitment to the local community, ability to bring a fresh perspective, and ‘lived experience’ of the types of challenges faced by users of the Community Centre are as important. When considering applications for new Trustees, as well as looking at how your experience, skills and knowledge can support Elizabeth House, we are also looking for qualities which we ask from all of our trustees such as: Integrity and good judgement; • A commitment to the mission of HVBT; • An ability to meet the time requirements; • • An ability to think creatively and work collaboratively; • A willingness to speak your mind and respect other’s opinions; • An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties and responsibilities of trusteeship (we can facilitate training on this); • A desire to make a difference in your local community. HVBT recruits on a rolling basis and may prioritise candidates with particular types of experience, knowledge and skills for an effective and diverse board of trustees. At the moment we are particularly (but not exclusively) welcoming applications from candidates with ‘lived experience’ of the types of challenges faced by users of the Community Centre (such as poverty, food insecurity, social isolation, single parenthood and adverse childhood or youth experiences). Why join us? Highbury Vale Blackstock Trust has been running services and activities at Elizabeth House for over 30 years, and we are looking for trustees to join our dynamic team. With local government services being reduced or cut, Elizabeth House is well-placed to fill the gaps that have been left. We would lo...
Home Support Assistant
Hours: Flexible hours (Mon-Fri during business hours) to suit you
Salary: 12.21 per hour for employment induction, training, client visits including travel time and mileage (45p per mile) between clients
Contract Type: Zero Hours
Location: We currently have roles available in East Devon and Teignbridge.
Please note:
- Access and use of a motor vehicle is required.
- Previous applicants need not re-apply.
About the Role
Age UK Devon’s Enabling and Home Support Service aims to enable older people to make the most of later life and stay independent in their own homes.
Our dedicated Home Support Assistants work in their local communities to help older people by providing companionship and pampering, enabling support attending appointments or activities, shopping (escorted and unescorted), organising household paperwork, providing time off for carers, meal planning and preparation, light cleaning and household, and help with basic pet care.
You will be joining a friendly team with supportive management who provide in house training and development to support you in your role. There is no tricky paperwork or timesheets to complete as our service operates digitally, so all scheduled visits and client information is accessed via an App on an Age UK Devon smartphone which is issued to each Home Support Assistant.
You will be entitled to 20 days of holiday per annum exclusive of bank holidays (calculated on a pro-rata basis for part time employees).
You will be entitled to sign up for:
- BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
- The Blue Light Discount Card
- Age UK Discounts Portal provided by Aon
- Tickets for Good
This post is a zero hours contract, which gives you the flexibility to work as many hours as you choose during our business hours, providing we have the clients in your area. Additional hours are often available for covering holiday leave and sickness.
How to Apply
To apply, please download and complete the application form and the equalities and diversity monitoring form. Email both completed documents to homesupport@ageukdevon.org.uk. If you have any questions, please email or phone us on 0333 241 2340.
THE CARERS CENTRE FOR BRIGHTON & HOVE JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Volunteer Co-ordinator Hours of Work: 15 hours per week Salary: £27,500 p.a. (pro rata) Length of contract: Permanent Responsible to: Service Manager Annual leave: 25 days plus public holidays (pro rata for part time posts) Probation: Six months Notice: Pension: One month on completion of probation 3% contribution to the Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme Location: The post holder will be based at the Carers Centre but will be expected to work with carers and volunteers in venues across Brighton and Hove. There will be occasional need to work evenings and weekends. AIMS OF THE JOB: 1. To establish and develop volunteering opportunities at the Carers Centre 2. To work with the management team to review and reinforce effective policies and procedures for volunteer-supported projects based on best practice 3. To develop and implement systems for recruitment and selection of volunteers from a range of backgrounds 4. To deliver a programme of induction and ongoing training for volunteers 5. To supervise a pool of volunteers to support carers safely to achieve positive changes within their lives and to enable volunteers to feel fulfilled in their role 6. To keep accurate records and statistics in accordance with the Carers Centre procedures 7. To monitor, analyse and report on feedback/outcomes with carers and volunteers 8. To participate in supervision and training to ensure professional operation of the service 9. To engage in research and networking opportunities provided by other organisations with expertise in volunteer support 10. To work in accordance with, and to ensure that staff and volunteers for which the post is responsible, adhere to the values, policies and procedures of the Carers Centre, especially Confidentiality, Safeguarding, Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety 11. To carry out other duties appropriate to the role and responsibilities as may be delegated by the CEO of The Carers Centre This Job description refers to the duties of the post at the current time. Such duties may vary from time to time, without changing the general nature of the duties or the level of responsibilities of the post. Such variations cannot of themselves justify a re-grading of the post. THE CARERS CENTRE FOR BRIGHTON & HOVE PERSON SPECIFICATION Volunteer Co-ordinator Essential: 1. Experience of recruiting, supervising and How demonstrated: Application form and interview managing volunteers/staff 2. Experience of project management and Application form and interview or development work the 3. Awareness of impact of caring responsibilities on unpaid family/friend carers 4. Ability to identify, assess and mitigate to risks safeguarding and health & safety including related those Application form and interview Application form and interview 5. Experience of working with/supporting Application form and interview carers and/or user groups 6. Experience of liaising and working in from the private, partnership with professionals various organisations statutory and voluntary sectors in Application form and interview IT skills, including experience databases, Microsoft Office 7. Good using software and social media platforms 8. Proven skills in training and/or group work Application form Application form and interview 9. Proven ability to work and act on own Application form and interview initiative 10. Self motivated and able to prioritise competing deadlines and multi-task Application form and interview 11. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work with a diverse range of volunteers, services and other professionals Application form and interview 12. Understanding of and commitment to Application form and interview diversity, equality and inclusion
Finding Freedom From Abuse Role Title Domestic Abuse Support Worker Reports to Head of Refuge Location Test Valley • To work outside of normal working hours including participation in the on-call rota. When on Special conditions call, the role holder needs to be available for work and have access to a car. • The role holder needs to have an objective distance from any personal experience of violence or abuse. • Due to the nature of this role, there is a Genuine Occupational Requirement that only female candidates will be considered. Role Purpose To provide high quality support and safety planning to women and children in crisis. This includes enabling women to access housing, welfare, benefits and legal advice. A key requirement is to provide personal welfare support and to ensure that women are provided with a safe, supportive and welcoming environment. Responsibility Areas Service delivery Key Activities • To provide practical and emotional support to survivors of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse in accordance with FFFA values. This will include conducting key work sessions on a regular basis and keeping casework records up to date. • To welcome new residents, explain and arrange for them to sign occupancy agreements, ensuring that they are aware of their options for moving on to more permanent accommodation and to develop a proactive move on strategy for individual residents. • To collect rent payments promptly, record properly, and bank within agreed timescales. • To ensure that rooms becoming vacant are re-let as soon as possible, taking all appropriate steps to enable new referrals into the service. • To establish the risks to, and the needs of survivors of, domestic violence and their children through assessing their practical and emotional support needs throughout their stay at the refuge. • To develop individual support and risk management plans which address the risk of harm to survivors of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse and their children, and to ensure that such plans are in place for each resident. • To ensure that any issues in relation to safeguarding children or vulnerable adults are brought to the immediate attention of the service manager, or if unavailable another manager. • To work in partnership with other agencies and to advocate for survivors to ensure their needs are met. • To assess benefit requirements of women escaping domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse and to ensure prompt take up of housing and other benefits. • To ensure that survivors are aware of their rights to legal protection for themselves and their children, arranging for the provision of legal advice as required and accompany women to appointments if appropriate. • To recognise, respect and address the needs of service-users who face barriers when seeking help to access the service, including those from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, disabled people, women with complex needs and other hard to reach groups. • To be an ambassador for FFFA, working in partnership with other agencies to ensure an effective, coordinated community response to survivors of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse and their children. • To work within FFFA management system following all policies and procedures. • To provide statistical monitoring or reports as required. Refuge Support Worker 29/10/22 1 • To report any problems/difficulties/complaints to the Head of Refuge and participate in follow up investigations as required. • Ensuring that all relevant records are kept accurately and in a timely manner. • To write accurate and concise reports and case studies • Undertaking administrative and financial tasks and maintaining full records and receipts for all activities. This will include issuing licence agreements, collecting rents and service charges, and assisting women in completing applications for housing and benefits. • Help maintain accurate and confidential records using our secure web-based case management database and contribute to monitoring information for the service. • To participate in fundraising activities on behalf of finding freedom from abuse • To maintain confidentiality and to ensure that professional boundaries are observed when working with residents, staff and external bodies and to work within FFFA Code of Conduct. • To participate in the on-call rota, providing 24-hour support over 7 days, to ensure effective out of hours coverage of the service. Security • To maintain the security and well-being of survivors of domestic violence and other forms of violence and abuse and their children within the premises, and to communicate immediately with the Head of Refuge any breaches of security, house rules or occupancy agreements especially where there is concern about safety. • To control access to the refuge when on duty and r...
Volunteer Telephone Assessor What will you do? Not everyone can come for advice in person. Our volunteers also help clients who need advice over the phone. By exploring clients' problems, finding relevant information and helping them understand their options, you could: Make a real difference to people's lives Learn about a range of issues surrounding benefits, debt, housing and employment Develop your communication, listening and analysing skills Boost your employability Work with a range of different people Have a positive impact on your community What will you do? talk to clients over the phone to explore what problems they’ve come for help with find information about the clients’ problems and help them to understand their options ● complete an introduction to Citizens Advice and training for your role ● ● ● write a summary of the clients’ problems and what action you’ve taken ● look out for problems’ that are common, or are unfair for our Research & Campaign team to investigate Some examples of what you could do: ● find the information online that explains how to apply for Housing Benefit in a client’s local area and explain it to them identify what steps a client can take to resolve their problem with a second hand car ● ● help a client find and understand what steps they can take to deal with their rent arrears What’s in it for you? ● gain and build on valuable skills and experience such as communication, admin, IT skills and working in a team 1 increase your employability ● ● contribute to the smooth running of the advice service which makes a real difference to peoples’ lives ● work with a range of different people, independently and in a team. And we’ll reimburse expenses too. What do you need to have? You don’t need specific qualifications or skills but you’ll need to: respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own ● ● have good IT skills including use of Microsoft Office applications ● be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection ● be willing to undertake training in your role ● Work independently as well as part of a team ● Have excellent communication skills, written and verbal ● Have the ability to multitask and work to deadlines ● Be friendly, professional and flexible How much time do you need to give? We can be flexible about the time spent and how often you volunteer so come and talk to us. We ask for you to cover a minimum of 2 x 3 hour sessions per week, which can be over one day or spread over two days, totalling 6 hours per week for at least 6 months. Valuing inclusion Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and we particularly welcome applications from racially minoritised people/people of colour, disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer telephone assessor and would like to discuss flexibility around time, ‘what you will do’ and how we can support you please contact us. Contact details For more information and to arrange an informal chat, please email volunteering@haveringcab.org.uk 2
Volunteer Face to Face Assessor What will you do? Our volunteers also help clients who arrange an appointment to visit one of our outreach centres in need of advice. By exploring clients' problems, finding relevant information and helping them understand their options, you could: Make a real difference to people's lives Learn about a range of issues surrounding benefits, debt, housing and employment Develop your communication, listening and analysing skills Boost your employability Work with a range of different people Have a positive impact on your community What will you do? talk to clients in the office to explore what problems they’ve come for help with find information about the clients’ problems and help them to understand their options ● complete an introduction to Citizens Advice and training for your role ● ● ● write a summary of the clients’ problems and what action you’ve taken ● look out for problems’ that are common, or are unfair for our Research & Campaign team to investigate Some examples of what you could do: ● find the information online that explains how to apply for Housing Benefit in a client’s local area and explain it to them identify what steps a client can take to resolve their problem with a second hand car ● ● help a client find and understand what steps they can take to deal with their rent arrears 1 What’s in it for you? ● gain and build on valuable skills and experience such as communication, admin, IT skills and working in a team increase your employability ● ● contribute to the smooth running of the advice service which makes a real difference to peoples’ lives ● work with a range of different people, independently and in a team. And we’ll reimburse travel expenses too. What do you need to have? You don’t need specific qualifications or skills but you’ll need to: respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own ● ● have good IT skills including use of Microsoft Office applications ● be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection ● be willing to undertake training in your role ● Work independently as well as part of a team ● Have excellent communication skills, written and verbal ● Have the ability to multitask and work to deadlines ● Be friendly, professional and flexible How much time do you need to give? We can be flexible about the time spent and how often you volunteer so come and talk to us. Ideally we ask for 6 hours per week, which can be over one day or spread over two days, for at least 6 months. Valuing inclusion Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and we particularly welcome applications from racially minoritised people/people of colour, disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer telephone assessor and would like to discuss flexibility around time, ‘what you will do’ and how we can support you please contact us. Contact details For more information and to arrange an informal chat, please email volunteering@haveringcab.org.uk 2
Fundraising volunteer
What will you do?
● complete an introduction to Citizens Advice and training for your role
● explore different ways of fundraising to help the local Citizens Advice obtain
money, either for specific things, or for ongoing running costs of the local
Citizens Advice
● help to organise fundraising events to raise money from the local community
and encourage volunteers and staff to get involved
● create materials, such as newsletters or presentations, which can be used to
raise the profile of the local Citizens Advice and for raising money
● explore other ways of fundraising, including identifying new sources of funding
from organisations
● help to build relationships with local organisations or businesses
● help staff put together some information to send to potential funders and
maybe help to complete applications for funding bids
What’s in it for you?
● make a real difference to people’s lives
●
learn about a range of issues such as benefits, debt, employment and
housing
● build on valuable skills such as communication, and problem solving, and
increase your employability
● work with a range of different people, independently, in a team and within your
local community
● have a positive impact in your community
And we’ll reimburse expenses too.
What do you need to have?
You don’t need specific qualifications or skills but you’ll need to:
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● be friendly and approachable
● be non-judgmental and respect views, values and cultures that are different to
your own
● have a positive attitude towards fundraising
● have excellent verbal and written communication skills
● have good IT skills
● be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and
policies, including confidentiality and data protection
● be willing to undertake training in your role
How much time do you need to give?
We can be flexible about the time spent and how often you volunteer so come and
talk to us.
Valuing inclusion
Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and we particularly welcome
applications from racially minoritised people/people of colour, disabled people,
people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people.
If you are interested in becoming a fundraising volunteer and would like to discuss
flexibility around location, time, ‘what you will do’ and how we can support you
please contact us.
Contact details
For more information or to arrange an informal chat,
please email:
volunteering @haveringcab.org.uk
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Volunteer Email Assessor What will you do? Not everyone can come for advice in person. Our volunteers also help clients who need advice online. By exploring clients' problems, finding relevant information and helping them understand their options, you could: Make a real difference to people's lives Learn about a range of issues surrounding benefits, debt, housing and employment Develop your communication, listening and analysing skills Boost your employability Work with a range of different people Have a positive impact on your community What will you do? find information about the clients’ problems and help them to understand their options ● complete an introduction to Citizens Advice and training for your role ● ● write a summary of the clients’ problems and what action you’ve taken ● look out for problems’ that are common, or are unfair for our Research & Campaign team to investigate Some examples of what you could do: ● find the information online that explains how to apply for Housing Benefit in a client’s local area and explain it to them identify what steps a client can take to resolve their problem with a second hand car ● ● help a client find and understand what steps they can take to deal with their rent arrears What’s in it for you? ● gain and build on valuable skills and experience such as communication, admin, IT skills and working in a team increase your employability ● 1 ● contribute to the smooth running of the advice service which makes a real difference to peoples’ lives ● work with a range of different people, independently and in a team. And we’ll reimburse travel expenses too. What do you need to have? You don’t need specific qualifications or skills but you’ll need to: ● respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own ● have good IT skills including use of Microsoft Office applications ● be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection ● be willing to undertake training in your role ● Work independently as well as part of a team ● Have excellent communication skills, written and verbal ● Have the ability to multitask and work to deadlines ● Be friendly, professional and flexible How much time do you need to give? We can be flexible about the time spent and how often you volunteer so come and talk to us. Ideally we ask for 6 hours per week, which can be over one day or spread over two days, for at least 6 months. Valuing inclusion Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and we particularly welcome applications from racially minoritised people/people of colour, disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer email assessor and would like to discuss flexibility around time, ‘what you will do’ and how we can support you please contact us. Contact details For more information and to arrange an informal chat, please email volunteering@haveringcab.org.uk 2
Volunteer Minute Taker What will you do? ● complete an introduction to Citizens Advice and training for your role Take minutes at: ● Quarterly staff meetings in Romford ● Trustee Board meetings in Romford ● Finance committee meetings in Romford ● HR committee meetings in Romford What’s in it for you? ● gain and build on valuable skills and experience such as communication, admin, IT skills and working in a team increase your employability ● ● contribute to the smooth running of the advice service which makes a real difference to peoples’ lives ● work with a range of different people, independently and in a team. And we’ll reimburse expenses too. What do you need to have? You don’t need specific qualifications or skills but you’ll need to: ● respect views, values and cultures that are different to your own ● have good IT skills including use of Microsoft Office applications ● be willing to learn about and follow the Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies, including confidentiality and data protection ● be willing to undertake training in your role ● Work independently as well as part of a team ● Excellent communication skills, written and verbal ● Ability to multitask and work to deadlines ● To be friendly, professional and flexible ● Experience in minute taking is preferred 1 How much time do you need to give? We can be flexible about the time spent and how often you volunteer so come and talk to us. Meetings are held at various times of the day and different days. Valuing inclusion Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and we particularly welcome applications from racially minoritised people/people of colour, disabled people, people with physical or mental health conditions, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people. If you are interested in becoming an minute taking volunteer and would like to discuss flexibility around location, time, ‘what you will do’ and how we can support you please contact us. Contact details For more information and to arrange an informal chat, please email volunteering@haveringcab.org.uk 2
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To apply for a post, please visit mynewterm following the link https://mynewterm.com/school/Lawrence-Sheriff-School/141277
Please do not submit CV's, as only the job application form will be considered.
For more information about vacancies at Lawrence Sheriff School contact Michaela Morgan, Beejal Valand, Rosie Brown or Charlotte Gardner in Personnel.
Tel: 01788 542074
Email: recruitment@lawrencesheriffschool.comSchool Website:
Lawrence Sheriff School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Criminal Records check.For further information on ‘keeping children safe in education’ please visit:
To apply for a post, please visit mynewterm following the link https://mynewterm.com/school/Lawrence-Sheriff-School/141277
Please do not submit CV's, as only the job application form will be considered.
For more information about vacancies at Lawrence Sheriff School contact Michaela Morgan, Beejal Valand, Rosie Brown or Charlotte Gardner in Personnel.
Tel: 01788 542074
Email: recruitment@lawrencesheriffschool.comSchool Website:
Lawrence Sheriff School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.The successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Criminal Records check.For further information on ‘keeping children safe in education’ please visit:
NDCYS and The Briars retreat centre offer employees the chance to work in an engaging and welcoming environment whilst also equipping their team with the chance of spiritual renewal and growth.
If you are keen to join our expanding team, email your CV and covering letter to info@ndcys.com and if there are any opportunities available, we will be in touch! We may keep your details on file for a year in case anything suitable comes up, please do keep checking our website for any opportunities that arise.
In the meantime, please feel free to browse the job vacancies below.
In honour of the canonisation of Carlo Acutis and in recognition of his dedication to evangelising through digital media, we are pleased to offer a distinguished opportunity for a creative and motivated individual to join our team as a Volunteer Marketing Intern, as part of the inaugural Carlo Acutis Internship Program.
This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in marketing, design, and communications, while contributing meaningfully to the mission of our diocesan youth service.
PERSON SPECIFICATION JOB TITLE: EARLY YEARS PRACTITIONER REQUIREMENT ESSENTIAL/ DESIRABLE 1. Knowledge/Qualifications Knowledge and understanding of the development and learning needs of all young children The current government guidance for early years An NVQ III in Child Care or Equivalent IT skills Good communication and interpersonal skills Knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children 2. Experience Essential Essential Essential Desirable Essential Essential Experience of working in an Early Years setting Desirable Positive experience of team work in an early year’s organisation. Desirable Self-motivated and confident Essential 3. Skills Ability to listen to and communicate effectively with children, young people and adults. Essential Ability to communicate effectively with service users and other stakeholders. Essential Ability to work as part of a team in a demanding environment Essential Committed to child centred practice and working with parents Essential 4. Circumstances/Health Staff will have to abide by Howgill’s Smoking Policy which does not permit smoking at work. Essential Full clean driving licence/own car or access to an operator of a car with a full clean driving licence. Desirable Flexible working pattern 5. Managing diversity Essential Candidates must be able to recognise the unique potential that individuals from differing backgrounds, experiences and perspectives bring in line with Howgill’s Equal Opportunities Policy. Essential 6. Howgill Ethos and Values Candidates must be able to respect Howgill’s ethos and work in accordance with Howgill’s values Essential