Ambassador for The Children's Society

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Could you be the next Ambassador for The Children’s Society in the Diocese of Worcester?

Job description:

Could you be the next Ambassador for The Children’s Society in the Diocese of Worcester?

The Children’s Society have a fantastic volunteer role known as a Diocesan Ambassador. This is an individual who supports the charity with its link to The Church of England, identifies new opportunities and helps to support existing supporters.

Do you have excellent networking and engagement skills, coupled with a knowledge of The Church of England and how diocese and parishes work? If you are able to work collaboratively with senior diocesan staff, clergy and volunteers, then you could make an excellent Diocesan Ambassador.

The role is an integral part of our work in the community. Our current Diocesan Ambassadors do a wide range of activities, ranging from organising and running Christingles in their communities, talking to local clergy and supporting our house box networks. This role is truly flexible and one, you really can make your own.

Diocesan Ambassador for the Diocese of Exeter, Ann, has told us “I’ve met some lovely people as Diocesan Ambassador, all trying to work together to make the world a better place for children and young people. Clergy, Church workers, other charity workers, MPs, Councillors - to name a few.  I have travelled to different areas of the Diocese meeting people and promoting the charity and I’ve always received wonderful support from The Children’s Society’s Community Relationships Manager for the region.  If you love meeting people and want to work with a charity who really cares, please do apply for this role”.

Claire McMinn, Community Relationship Manager – West Midlands said: “Our Diocesan Ambassadors are an extremely important part of our community volunteers. They are the connectors in their communities, passionate about the work The Children’s Society does and committed to improving the lives of Children and Young People across the UK.

If you think you’ll be able to inspire church leaders and key faith figures across cathedrals, churches and education teams, then please get in touch to chat more about this role."

A full Diocesan Ambassadors pack is available below, and Claire would be happy to chat about the role in more detail via telephone or video conference.

Claire can be contacted on 07756 269 616 or by email on Claire.Mcminn@childrenssociety.org.uk.

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Claire McMinn, Community Relationship Manager

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Contact phone number:

07756 269 616

Closing date:

1st January, 2027 at 00:00

קצינ/ת רכב ובטיחות בתעבורה

אחריות על בטיחות צי הרכבים של הארגון, בהתאם להוראות משרד התחבורה, לצד ניהול ותפעול שוטף של כלל כלי הרכב בארגון

• מילוי תפקיד קצינ/ת בטיחות בתעבורה בהתאם לחוק ולנהלים – כולל מעקב אחר תקינות הרכבים, הדרכות נהגים, טיפול בדוחות והיבטי בטיחות.
• ניהול צי הרכב – לרבות עבודה מול חברות ליסינג, מוסכים, מעקב תחזוקה, תיאום טסטים וביטוחים, ושימוש במערכות ניהול רכב (למשל "הנצר").
• בניית תהליכי עבודה, שיפור נהלים ובקרה שוטפת על עלויות ותחזוקה

• תעודה/הסמכה- קצינ/ת בטיחות בתעבורה – חובה.
• ניסיון של5 שנים לפחות בתפקיד משולב של קצינ/ת בטיחות בתעבורה וקצינ/ת רכב בארגון עם צי רכב מגוון.
• ניסיון בעבודה עם מוסכים, חברות ליסינג, ספקים בתחום הרכב וניהול תחזוקה שוטפת.
• היכרות עם שוק הרכב, רגולציה רלוונטית ותקנות משרד התחבורה.
• שליטה בתוכנת "הנצר" – חובה.
• שליטה ב – Excel – יתרון משמעותי.
• ניסיון בעבודה עם מערכת Priority – יתרון.

לקט ישראל הוא ארגון הצלת המזון הלאומי של ישראל. הארגון אחראי לאיסוף עודפי מזון טריים ומזינים: פירות וירקות משדות של חקלאים ובתי אריזה, מזון מבושל מבתי מלון, מבסיסי צה”ל, מטבחים מוסדיים ועוד, וחלוקתם באמצעות עמותות שותפות למאות אלפי נזקקים מדי שבוע בכל רחבי הארץ.

האוכלוסיות המקבלות את המזון המוצל הינן ממעמד סוציו אקונומי נמוך וסובלות מאי-ביטחון תזונתי. בקרב אוכלוסיות אלו אין גישה סדירה למזון בריא, וכן חסרים הידע והמודעות בנושאי תזונה נבונה והשפעתה על הבריאות. אוכלוסיות אלה הן בעיקר: קשישים, ניצולי שואה, ילדים בסיכון ומשפחות במצוקה.

אנו בלקט ישראל מאמינים כי המשאב החשוב ביותר הוא המשאב האנושי, על כן אנו מחפשים עובדים טובים ואיכותיים השואפים להגשים את מטרות הארגון.

אתם מוזמנים להצטרף לעשייה המשמעותית של לקט ישראל ולשלוח את קורות החיים שלכם למשרה המוצעת.

מטרת התפקיד

אחריות על בטיחות צי הרכבים של הארגון, בהתאם להוראות משרד התחבורה, לצד ניהול ותפעול שוטף של כלל כלי הרכב בארגון

תיאור התפקיד

• מילוי תפקיד קצינ/ת בטיחות בתעבורה בהתאם לחוק ולנהלים – כולל מעקב אחר תקינות הרכבים, הדרכות נהגים, טיפול בדוחות והיבטי בטיחות.
• ניהול צי הרכב – לרבות עבודה מול חברות ליסינג, מוסכים, מעקב תחזוקה, תיאום טסטים וביטוחים, ושימוש במערכות ניהול רכב (למשל "הנצר").
• בניית תהליכי עבודה, שיפור נהלים ובקרה שוטפת על עלויות ותחזוקה

דרישות התפקיד

• תעודה/הסמכה- קצינ/ת בטיחות בתעבורה – חובה.
• ניסיון של5 שנים לפחות בתפקיד משולב של קצינ/ת בטיחות בתעבורה וקצינ/ת רכב בארגון עם צי רכב מגוון.
• ניסיון בעבודה עם מוסכים, חברות ליסינג, ספקים בתחום הרכב וניהול תחזוקה שוטפת.
• היכרות עם שוק הרכב, רגולציה רלוונטית ותקנות משרד התחבורה.
• שליטה בתוכנת "הנצר" – חובה.
• שליטה ב – Excel – יתרון משמעותי.
• ניסיון בעבודה עם מערכת Priority – יתרון.

אודות לקט ישראל

לקט ישראל הוא ארגון הצלת המזון הלאומי של ישראל. הארגון אחראי לאיסוף עודפי מזון טריים ומזינים: פירות וירקות משדות של חקלאים ובתי אריזה, מזון מבושל מבתי מלון, מבסיסי צה”ל, מטבחים מוסדיים ועוד, וחלוקתם באמצעות עמותות שותפות למאות אלפי נזקקים מדי שבוע בכל רחבי הארץ.

האוכלוסיות המקבלות את המזון המוצל הינן ממעמד סוציו אקונומי נמוך וסובלות מאי-ביטחון תזונתי. בקרב אוכלוסיות אלו אין גישה סדירה למזון בריא, וכן חסרים הידע והמודעות בנושאי תזונה נבונה והשפעתה על הבריאות. אוכלוסיות אלה הן בעיקר: קשישים, ניצולי שואה, ילדים בסיכון ומשפחות במצוקה.

אנו בלקט ישראל מאמינים כי המשאב החשוב ביותר הוא המשאב האנושי, על כן אנו מחפשים עובדים טובים ואיכותיים השואפים להגשים את מטרות הארגון.

אתם מוזמנים להצטרף לעשייה המשמעותית של לקט ישראל ולשלוח את קורות החיים שלכם למשרה המוצעת.

בית » למרכז כיוון בירושלים דרוש/ה רכז/ת השמה

• מיקום: ירושלים

• מועד אחרון: 26/01/2026

למרכז כיוון בירושלים דרוש/ה רכז/ת השמה

תיאור:

תיאור תפקיד :
• קבלת קורות חיים, מיון וסינון מועמדים בהתאם לדרישות המעסיקים
• יצירת קשר שוטף עם מעסיקים חדשים ופיתוח שיתופי פעולה
• שמירה וטיפוח קשר עם מעסיקים קיימים
• התאמת מועמדים למשרות וליווי בתהליך ההשמה
• מעקב אחר תהליכי קליטה והשתלבות בתעסוקה

• קבלת קורות חיים, מיון וסינון מועמדים בהתאם לדרישות המעסיקים

• יצירת קשר שוטף עם מעסיקים חדשים ופיתוח שיתופי פעולה

• שמירה וטיפוח קשר עם מעסיקים קיימים

• התאמת מועמדים למשרות וליווי בתהליך ההשמה

• מעקב אחר תהליכי קליטה והשתלבות בתעסוקה

דרישות:

דרישות התפקיד:
• רקע או ניסיון בעבודה חברתית / קהילתית – יתרון
• יכולת הכלה, הקשבה ואמפתיה
• רצון גבוה לסייע וללוות אנשים בתהליך השתלבותם בשוק העבודה
• יחסי אנוש מצוינים, אחריות ויכולת עבודה עצמאית
• שליטה בסיסית–טובה במחשבים וביישומי Office

• רקע או ניסיון בעבודה חברתית / קהילתית – יתרון

• יכולת הכלה, הקשבה ואמפתיה

• רצון גבוה לסייע וללוות אנשים בתהליך השתלבותם בשוק העבודה

• יחסי אנוש מצוינים, אחריות ויכולת עבודה עצמאית

• שליטה בסיסית–טובה במחשבים וביישומי Office

מספר משרה: 40314

SEN Education Mentor

SEN Education Mentor

Job reference:005121

Salary:£12.48 - £13.10 per hour based on qualification

Closing date:16/02/2026

Location:High Wycombe

Job Description

Make a Real Difference This September – Join Macintyre No Limits!

Looking for meaningful, term-time work that fits your life? Whether you're after part-time or full-time hours, this could be the change you’ve been waiting for.

We are currently looking for 2 full-time 38 hours a week and 1 part-time 22.8hours a week ideally for Monday, Thursday and Friday (but can be flexible) Community Teaching Facilitators.

At Macintyre No Limits, we support young people (16–25) with learning disabilities and autism to build skills for life — from using public transport to managing money. You’ll work both in our High Wycombe base and out in the community, using creativity, compassion, and a person-centred approach to bring learning to life.

No experience? No problem. We’ll provide full training — you just need:

• A UK manual driving licence

• GCSE Grade C/4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths

• Term-time only (39 weeks/year)

• Hours: 38 per week (Mon–Fri, 9:00–16:36)

• Plus up to 3 weeks' training in holidays

We’re proud of our inclusive, friendly culture where every young person’s potential is at the heart of what we do.

Please note that we are currently unable to offer sponsorships while we await further guidance from the Home Office. Applications requiring sponsorship cannot be considered at this time. Thank you for your understanding.

"Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorships as we await further guidance from the Home Office. Applications requiring sponsorship cannot be considered at this time. We appreciate your understanding."

#IND

About You

What we need from you

If you have not worked in the field of education before then please don’t be put off as no experience is needed. We can provide all of the specialist training you need, but we can't train you to be kind, to have initiative, to be friendly and patient; and those are essential qualities for this work.

About us
MacIntyre is a national charity which supports over 1,200 people with a learning disability and/or autism.

We were founded in 1966 by the visionary parent of a child with disabilities and have been growing steadily ever since. We celebrate and develop everyone’s unique gifts, talents and contributions.

Our No Limits division provides bespoke education programmes to children and young people for whom more traditional learning environments may not have worked.

Training and Development

At Macintyre we fully support your training and development. We know it can be daunting to start a new job, and not everyone learns the same way, so throughout your probation we will provide you with a mixture of eLearning, face-to-face training and mentoring support whilst on the job.

But it doesn't stop there - throughout your career with us you will have access to our own dedicated in house Learning and Development team, Quality Specialists and HR Teams. These teams, along with your Manager, will provide you with opportunities to learn and develop professionally as well as enabling and supporting you to achieve professional qualifications and career progression opportunities - all free of charge.

If you do not have an educational qualification, we will support you to complete the Level 3 Award in Education and Training.

Pay and Rewards

We provide a range of benefits to reward and thank our staff which includes:

• 5.6 weeks' annual leave including statutory public holidays)
• Workplace Pension scheme – MacIntyre will contribute 3% of your salary to all eligible employees
• MacIntyre Staff Savings Scheme
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
• Health Cash Plan which provides money back on core health treatments such as: optical, dental, physiotherapy, chiropody (at reduced cost)
• MacIntyre Sick Pay (qualifying period)
• Life assurance scheme offering valuable benefits to your dependents
• MacIntyre Rewards Scheme which recognises and rewards staff
• MacIntyre Perks which offers up to 6% discount off leading retailers including Tesco, Curry/PC World, Costa and many more
• You will qualify for a Blue Light Card which offers thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street for emergency and social care staff.
• Enhanced DBS Certificate (cost paid by MacIntyre)

The salary range...

Mental Health and Complex Needs Caseworker

Hours, Salary, and Location 

Job Title: Mental Health & Complex Needs Caseworker 

Organisation: Elmore Community Services 

Hours: 37.5 Monday – Friday 09:00 – 17:00 

Reports To: Team Manager 

Salary: £28,840-£32,459 (FTE) per annum dependent on relevant experience.

Pension: Employers’ pension contribution rising to 5% on completion of probationary period.  

Location: Elmore offices, 213 Barnes Road, Cowley, with Country wide travel expected 

The Purpose of your Role 

Elmore is a leading expert third sector organisation in the Thames Valley supporting people experiencing complex needs and this role is an excellent opportunity to work in our Oxfordshire Mental Health and Complex Needs Floating Support Team. This team covers several different contracts.

In this role, you would be providing flexible support to adults living in the community with multiple and complex needs arising from a combination of issues, who are struggling to engage with other services and have significant unmet needs. Issues people face include mental health, trauma, homelessness, addictions, learning and communication difficulties, trauma, domestic violence, exploitation, physical health, brain injury, social isolation, offending and anti-social behaviour, child protection, and family breakdown.

You will contribute to reducing homelessness and improving wellbeing for those most at risk, recognising the links between housing issues and other factors such as mental health, addiction, and social isolation. This holistic approach aims not only to secure accommodation but also to empower clients to maintain their tenancies and move towards greater independence within the community.

You will have a non-judgemental and empowering approach, supporting clients both creatively and flexibility with the issues they are currently facing through 1-1 case work. This role is perfect if you are looking to further develop your skills and knowledge of working with complexity in the health and social care sector in Oxfordshire.

We are a caring, passionate and supportive team, that works to a team approach, sharing a wealth of knowledge and maintaining close working relationships with each other. We are committed to the development and wellbeing of our staff alongside providing an excellent service to our clients.

Key Responsibilities 

• To assess potential clients and make recommendations about suitability for our services and work with a caseload of allocated clients (caseload levels are reflective of the complex, chaotic lives of the people we support).

• To creatively support and engage clients with a wide range of support needs (for example mental health problems, homelessness or housing issues, social isolation, family breakdown, offending behaviour, challenging behaviour, finance and debt, alcohol and drug abuse) to achieve goals as defined in support plans that clients have developed.

• To actively manage and update client’s risks in line with Elmore’s risk assessment policy and procedure.

• To act as an advocate for clients to ensure that their voices are heard.

• To support clients to access a range of agencies.

• Contribute to the high performance of the wider Elmore team

• To support and champion Elmore’s values.

• To work within the team approach and to be a supportive and effective part of the team.

• To attend and participate in team meetings, planning meetings and policy reviews.

• To build excellent relationships with, and work as part of a multi-agency team with the Oxfordshire Mental Health Partnership and other part...

Job reference:AM RB MLC

We are looking for a personal assistant for a 5 year old girl with cerebral palsy to help her get ready for school in the mornings with the potential for weekend hours too.

She is nonverbal, non-mobile, and uses a JEG feeding tube which all medication and fluids/milk is administrated down. Training for this will be provided.

She’s a very happy girl who likes being outdoors, singing songs and playing with her switch toys which she controls with her head and hands.

Kindness, reliability, a positive, flexible attitude and clear communication are key qualities for this role. A good sense of humour and a caring attitude will also help you connect and make a real difference while supporting a fun and happy child.

The rate of pay is £13.07 per hour, working 7-8am on weekdays with extra weekend hours available

The household is not on a bus route so driving may be advantageous

It is essential that the postholder be a member of the protection of vulnerable groups (PVG) scheme or willing to join.

How to apply

Please send your CV and covering letter to pajobs@lothiancil.org.uk, quoting Job Ref: AM RB MLC

Please note Lothian Centre for Inclusive Living (LCIL) provides support to individual disabled employers. LCIL is not the employer and only provides the recruitment and administrative support to the individual employer.

Graduate Tutor Application Pack for the Role ofSeptember 2026 Start DateCHEAM | Graduate TutorRole OverviewFor September, Cheam School is seeking to appoint a Graduate Tutor for the academic year. Thisis an exciting opportunity for those who are considering a career in education or looking to gainvaluable experience prior to teacher training.The role will involve assisting the staff and pupils in lessons and with duties. Ideal candidates willbe able to offer effective support in core subjects, as well as provide teaching cover for staffabsence across the curriculum. The successful applicant will have a desire to be fully engaged inthe boarding provision, offering activities, supervision and pastoral care. Candidates should havean enthusiasm for the co-curricular, whether this is Art, DT, Drama, Music or Sport and will be anambassador for this area of school life.Graduate Tutors are responsible to the Deputy Heads, although day to day tasks will be set by avariety staff and departments. In exceptional circumstances, this role may include the teaching ofspecific classes and subjects, at the Head’s discretion. Upon completion of their year as a GraduateTutor, there may be an opportunity for the successful candidate to undertake Initial TeacherTraining at Cheam, subject to conditions and vacancies. About Cheam SchoolCheam was founded in 1645 and is one of the oldest prep schools in the world. Cheam is an IAPSboarding and day school with boys and girls from age 3-13 years. Cheam prides itself on itsexcellent all-round record academically, musically, artistically and on the sports field and isespecially highly regarded for its Character education. The facilities are outstanding. Oncompleting their education at Cheam, children move on to the top Public Schools in England,including but not limited to: Bradfield, Downe House, Eton, Marlborough, Radley, Sherborne,Wellington and Winchester. The school is non-selective yet achieves consistently high standardsacademically, through an inspirational and dedicated team of teachers. Cheam School is situated in a stunning rural location ten minutes from Newbury and fifteenminutes from Basingstoke, just off the A339. It is surrounded by smaller towns and villages fromwhich it draws many of its pupils. www.cheamschool.co.ukCheam School, Headley, Berkshire, RG19 8LD CHEAM | Graduate TutorRole SpecificationKey duties:Assist staff in the effective running of lessons and the school dayDisplay enthusiasm for the co-curricular, whether this is Art, DT, Drama, Music or SportEngage fully in the boarding and evening provisionProvide teaching cover as required throughout the schoolParticipate in school activities including clubs, day and residential tripsContribute towards a safe and stimulating learning environmentHear children read and record their progressHelp to maintain tidy classroom environments and to prepare resources for lessonsHelp to display children’s work and prepare teaching displaysMeet the health and safety and safeguarding requirements of the school at all timesAttend and contribute towards all relevant staff meetings and INSET daysAttend Speech Day, Open Mornings and other relevant whole school eventsUndertake any reasonable additional task in respect of the needs of the school at the requestof the Head or Deputy Headswww.cheamschool.co.ukCheam School, Headley, Berkshire, RG19 8LD CHEAM | Graduate TutorCandidate SpecificationPersonal Qualities:Able to demonstrate high levels of interpersonal skills and emotional intelligenceAble to demonstrate integrity at all timesLoyal to the school and an embodiment of Cheam’s values and its visionA lover of learning who is always willing to learn themselvesEmpathetic to the plight and work of othersUnderstanding of the impact of their own behaviours on others, being a personal andprofessional role model for the communityProfessional Qualities:Committed to putting our children firstCourteous, discrete, professional and respectful to all, at all timesResilient and able to recover quickly from professional setbacksProactive and creative when problem solvingOrganised and able to meet deadlinesAn excellent communicator with children, colleagues and parentsAble to work effectively in a team and independentlyHardworking, positive and enthusiasticQualifications:University degree or equivalent from a recognised educational institutionAny evidence of ongoing professional development appropriate to the role would be desirablebut not a necessity (such as a coaching qualification)Character Education at CheamAt Cheam, we believe education goes beyond academic success. Central to our approach isCharacter Education, which nurtures well‑rounded, compassionate, and robust young people. Weaim to develop values such as respect, responsibility, reflectiveness, resilience, andresourcefulness, empowering pupils to become confident, capable, and kind individuals who areready to contribute positively to society. Character development is embedded t...

One evening per week for Choir Practice plus Sunday Service(s), occasional offices and services.  / A honorarium at RSCM rates

We are an inclusive and growing choir (+225% in the past 2.5 years), a group of 10+ singers of mixed ages and abilities. We are looking for a

passionate, forward-thinking organist with good organisation skills. An enthusiastic individual who is willing to promote the organ and choral traditions in the church and parish.

Job Description: https://southwell.anglican.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/BULWELL-ORGANIST-ADVERT_20250816.pdf

To apply or have or for an informal conversation, please contact Fr Andrew Fisher (Vicar): a.j.fisher@outlook.com / 07916 012975

Closing date: Ongoing

Interviews: Tbc

Case Worker, Northumberland Safe Haven 

Enhancements paid for evenings, weekends and bank holidays

5x days fully-flexible, Monday to Sunday

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Case Worker to join our amazing new service which has recently launched. We are looking for resilient, compassionate individuals to work in our new Safe Haven in Ashington.

You will provide a safe and welcoming environment in person and over the phone for all clients, using de-escalation skills, active listening and calm communication. To support the person to develop their knowledge, skills and confidence to withstand future life challenges, whilst maintaining good mental health and wellbeing, and liaising with appropriate services.

About the role

• Co-produce and support the individual to implement a crisis plan, relapse prevention and other self-management tools such as Wellness Recovery Action Plan (wrap), in partnership with the person, maintaining hope and optimism to support the individual in their recovery.
• Provide signposting and guidance, as well as support where appropriate to the person to access services and resources they need. The amount and intensity of this support will vary depending on the person’s needs, mental health and life circumstances to ensure they are supported during their recovery.
• Develop knowledge of the local care pathways and local community knowledge (including cultural sensitivities) to meet service users’ need and support the individual journey.
• Support people to develop lasting, independent peer-support networks beyond the Service to enable them to maintain their recovery.
• Manage documentation and time effectively, ensuring up to date and clear record keeping in line with organisational policies, making best use of supervision, training and staff development. Ensuring up to date and clear record keeping in line with policies.

About you

• Demonstrable experience of working 1:1 with service users with complex needs
• Demonstrable experience working within Health, social care or VCSE systems
• Awareness of Health and Social care systems
• Awareness of national and local organisations and other resources that can support individuals to improve and maintain good metal health
• Awareness of recovery in the context of mental health
• Awareness of the effects of stigma and discrimination
• Awareness of issues surrounding homelessness, financial inclusion or substance misuse

What we offer in return

We are proud to have been recognised and certified as a Great Place to Work, which speaks volumes on how much we value our staff members. In return for the hard work and dedication from our teams, we offer the following benefits:

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 32 days at 5 years’ service) and the option to purchase or sell day
• Enhanced pension
• Wagestream - ability to release earnings, giving you instant access to your pay
• Smart Clinic Wellbeing Programme, including Employee Assistant Programme, GP and priority physiotherapy access and counselling sessions Shopping discounts with the opportunity to sign up for a Blue Light Card
• Enhanced life assurance scheme, payment being three times your annual salary
• Plus, many more great benefits on offer!

Here at Everyturn Mental Health we champion equality, diversity and inclusion within the organisation by ensuring our opportunities are open to all and our approach is inclusive. We positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion/belief, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

We welcome you to be yourself at work and have a range of Colleague Networks for members and allies of the LGBTQ+; Black, Asian and minority ethnic; menopause and neurodivergent communities.

In order to streamline our recruitment process, once we have received a sufficient number of applications, we reserve the right to expire vacancies, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Everyturn Mental Health is the trading name of Everyturn a registered charity (charity number 519332) and a company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales (company number 02073465) and Everyturn Services Ltd, company registered in England & Wales (company number 4391008).

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Job Description

Title:

Independent Mental Health Advocate

Department:  Operations

Reporting to:  Advocacy Manager

Office Base:  Swansea

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

1.  Purpose

1.1.

1.2.

1.3.

To provide an Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA) service to
Welsh Qualifying Patients in hospitals and registered settings within the
ASC area of operation, as required by the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007
amendment) and the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010.

The  post  holder  will  provide  support  to  people  in  relation  to  their
medication, treatment and care, ensuring that they understand and can
access their rights, within the context of Independent Advocacy as set
out in the Advocacy Charter and Code of Practice.

IMHAs  are  expected  to  provide  a  duty advocacy  role  as  part of  a rota
which  includes  occasional  Saturday  working.    (There  is  no  additional
payment for this, although time off in lieu is given)

2.  Core Competencies

2.1.

To achieve the objective of this role the IMHA must place the client at
the  centre  of  all  actions  and  decision  making  and  must  display  the
necessary competencies, skills and attitudes in their day to day work.

2.2.

These competencies include: -

2.2.1.

being non-judgemental;

2.2.2.

promoting anti-discriminatory practice;

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2.2.3.  maintaining confidentiality;

2.2.4.

promoting empowerment and self-determination;

2.2.5.

promoting equal opportunities, equality and diversity;

2.2.6.

ensuring that clients are treated with dignity and respect as part
of ethical practice;

2.2.7.  Detailed  knowledge  of  the  Mental  Health  Act  1983,  Mental
Health  (Wales)  Measure  2010,  Mental  Capacity  Act,  and
Deprivation  of  Liberty  Safeguards  (and
future  relevant
legislation)  in  order  that  clients  can  be  advised  of  their  legal
rights.  In the case of clients who lack capacity the IMHA must
be able to use this legislation to safeguard these clients' rights

3.  Main Duties and Responsibilities

3.1.

Advocacy Tasks

3.1.1.

3.1.2.

3.1.3.

3.1.4.

To  undertake  the  statutory  IMHA  role  as  set  out  in  the  Act,
regulations,  Code  of  Practice,  Mental  Health  Measure,  Local
Engagement Protocols and any subsequent directives.  IMHAs
must have regard to the Mental Health Act Code of Practice for
Wales.

To provide clients with the information they need in order to be
involved  in,  express  their  views  of,  or  complain  about  their
treatment and care.

To enable clients, both as individuals and as groups, to identify
and articulate their needs in relation to services, facilitating self-
advocacy and advocating for clients as necessary.

To liaise, communicate and negotiate effectively with a range
of health and social care personnel and managers to promote
multi-disciplinary working, an awareness of the role of the IMHA
and the rights of patients.

3.1.5.

To signpost and refer on people for issues that fall outside the
scope of the IMHA role.

3.1.6.

To  provide  a  duty  advocacy  role  on  a  rota  basis.    The  Duty
Advocate responds to general enquiries and will take referrals
September 2020

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for all our services including IMHA, IMCA and Community.  The
Duty Advocate is the first line of enquiry for any professional or
client who wants information about their rights, what our service
provides.  To signpost and refer on people for issues that fall
outside the scope of the IMHA role.  It is therefore vital that the
duty advocate is knowledgeable about all of our services and
procedures.

3.1.7.

To  work  within  the  Advocacy  Code  of  Practice,  the  Mental
Health Act Code of Practice for Wales and the Mental Capacity
Act Code of Practice.

3.2.

Awareness Raising

3.2.1.

To  promote  the  role  of  advocacy  and  services  that  ASC
provides within a variety of settings.

3.2.2.

To liaise with other agencies, identify and implement ways of
enabling  closer  communication  between  clients,  carers,
professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies.

3.2.3.  Establish and maintain links with community groups, voluntary
sector  providers  and  social  service  authorities  including  BME
and older persons groups and services.

3.2.4.

To actively promote a positive image of ASC.

3.2.5.

To actively and positively promote mental health issues.

3.3.

Advocacy Support in Cymru Limited tasks

3.3.1.

Following  successful  completion  of  the  probationary  period,
IMHAs  are  expected  to  obtain  the  City & Guilds  Certificate  in
Independent  Advocacy,  in  particular  the  IMHA  specialism,  as
soon  as  possible  and  within  18  months  of  employment  after
probation.  This is a condition of our Service Level Agreement
and must be adhered to.  This may involve some out of hours'
time  commitment.    Failure  to  achieve  this  qualification  within
this  period  is  likely  to  result  in  your  employment  being
terminated.

...

Job Description

Title:

Independent Mental Health Advocate

Department:  Operations

Reporting to:  Advocacy Manager

Office Base:  Swansea

This post will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.

1.  Purpose

1.1.

1.2.

1.3.

To provide an Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA) service to
Welsh Qualifying Patients in hospitals and registered settings within the
ASC area of operation, as required by the Mental Health Act 1983 (2007
amendment) and the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010.

The  post  holder  will  provide  support  to  people  in  relation  to  their
medication, treatment and care, ensuring that they understand and can
access their rights, within the context of Independent Advocacy as set
out in the Advocacy Charter and Code of Practice.

IMHAs  are  expected  to  provide  a  duty advocacy  role  as  part of  a rota
which  includes  occasional  Saturday  working.    (There  is  no  additional
payment for this, although time off in lieu is given)

2.  Core Competencies

2.1.

To achieve the objective of this role the IMHA must place the client at
the  centre  of  all  actions  and  decision  making  and  must  display  the
necessary competencies, skills and attitudes in their day to day work.

2.2.

These competencies include: -

2.2.1.

being non-judgemental;

2.2.2.

promoting anti-discriminatory practice;

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September 2020

2.2.3.  maintaining confidentiality;

2.2.4.

promoting empowerment and self-determination;

2.2.5.

promoting equal opportunities, equality and diversity;

2.2.6.

ensuring that clients are treated with dignity and respect as part
of ethical practice;

2.2.7.  Detailed  knowledge  of  the  Mental  Health  Act  1983,  Mental
Health  (Wales)  Measure  2010,  Mental  Capacity  Act,  and
Deprivation  of  Liberty  Safeguards  (and
future  relevant
legislation)  in  order  that  clients  can  be  advised  of  their  legal
rights.  In the case of clients who lack capacity the IMHA must
be able to use this legislation to safeguard these clients' rights

3.  Main Duties and Responsibilities

3.1.

Advocacy Tasks

3.1.1.

3.1.2.

3.1.3.

3.1.4.

To  undertake  the  statutory  IMHA  role  as  set  out  in  the  Act,
regulations,  Code  of  Practice,  Mental  Health  Measure,  Local
Engagement Protocols and any subsequent directives.  IMHAs
must have regard to the Mental Health Act Code of Practice for
Wales.

To provide clients with the information they need in order to be
involved  in,  express  their  views  of,  or  complain  about  their
treatment and care.

To enable clients, both as individuals and as groups, to identify
and articulate their needs in relation to services, facilitating self-
advocacy and advocating for clients as necessary.

To liaise, communicate and negotiate effectively with a range
of health and social care personnel and managers to promote
multi-disciplinary working, an awareness of the role of the IMHA
and the rights of patients.

3.1.5.

To signpost and refer on people for issues that fall outside the
scope of the IMHA role.

3.1.6.

To  provide  a  duty  advocacy  role  on  a  rota  basis.    The  Duty
Advocate responds to general enquiries and will take referrals
September 2020

Page 2 of 8

for all our services including IMHA, IMCA and Community.  The
Duty Advocate is the first line of enquiry for any professional or
client who wants information about their rights, what our service
provides.  To signpost and refer on people for issues that fall
outside the scope of the IMHA role.  It is therefore vital that the
duty advocate is knowledgeable about all of our services and
procedures.

3.1.7.

To  work  within  the  Advocacy  Code  of  Practice,  the  Mental
Health Act Code of Practice for Wales and the Mental Capacity
Act Code of Practice.

3.2.

Awareness Raising

3.2.1.

To  promote  the  role  of  advocacy  and  services  that  ASC
provides within a variety of settings.

3.2.2.

To liaise with other agencies, identify and implement ways of
enabling  closer  communication  between  clients,  carers,
professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies.

3.2.3.  Establish and maintain links with community groups, voluntary
sector  providers  and  social  service  authorities  including  BME
and older persons groups and services.

3.2.4.

To actively promote a positive image of ASC.

3.2.5.

To actively and positively promote mental health issues.

3.3.

Advocacy Support in Cymru Limited tasks

3.3.1.

Following  successful  completion  of  the  probationary  period,
IMHAs  are  expected  to  obtain  the  City & Guilds  Certificate  in
Independent  Advocacy,  in  particular  the  IMHA  specialism,  as
soon  as  possible  and  within  18  months  of  employment  after
probation.  This is a condition of our Service Level Agreement
and must be adhered to.  This may involve some out of hours'
time  commitment.    Failure  to  achieve  this  qualification  within
this  period  is  likely  to  result  in  your  employment  being
terminated.

...

Board Trustees and Chair at Soundplay Projects SCIO

Contract: Volunteering
Salary: 0
Location: All Scotland
Closing date: 31/01/2026

About the Role

Soundplay Projects creates playful, creative and accessible experiences for children and young people through sound, music and technology. As we grow, we’re inviting new trustees to join our Board and help shape a future rooted in creativity, care and inclusion.

We’re looking for people who believe in shared leadership, thoughtful governance and the power of play. You don’t need previous trustee experience for all roles, just curiosity, care and a commitment to our mission.

Trustee Roles

Board Chair

• Supporting the collective leadership of the Board, helping trustees work well together and ensuring Soundplay remains well-governed, strategic and values-led.

Treasurer / Finance Lead

• Providing oversight and guidance on Soundplay’s financial health, sustainability and long-term planning, helping the Board understand and steward resources confidently.

HR & Safeguarding Trustee

• Supporting strong people practices and safeguarding, ensuring Soundplay is a safe, fair and nurturing environment for staff, volunteers and young people.

Fundraising & Partnerships Trustee

• Helping develop sustainable income through relationships, fundraising strategy and philanthropic support.

Marketing & Communications Trustee

• Strengthening Soundplay’s voice, visibility and reach through thoughtful, inclusive and engaging communications.

Digital & Technology Trustee

• Providing insight and oversight around digital systems, safety, infrastructure and innovation.

Trustee – Lived Experience / Community Voice

• Bringing lived experience to the Board to ensure Soundplay’s decision-making remains grounded, accessible and representative of the communities we serve.

What it means to be a Soundplay Trustee

As a trustee, you will help guide Soundplay’s direction, support strategic thinking and contribute to a culture of care, creativity and collaboration. You will work alongside other trustees and the staff team to ensure the organisation remains ethical, sustainable and responsive to the people it serves.

We are particularly keen to hear from people who bring diverse perspectives, lived experience and voices underrepresented in governance spaces.

Support & Access

We are committed to making this experience welcoming and accessible. Support includes:

• Full induction and governance training
• Buddy trustee support
• Hybrid and accessible meeting options
• Expenses covered

How to Apply

For full recruitment packs and role descriptions, please email hello@soundplayprojects.com

Or see the attached website below to download the descriptions.

If you’d like an informal conversation with the team before applying, please feel free to get in touch, we’d love to chat.

To apply, please send a short note of interest or a 2–3 minute video sharing your motivation for joining the Board and what you feel you could bring to Soundplay.