Job opportunity at Quartet Community Foundation - Finance Officer Previous Job Next Job Join us as a Finance Officer As a Finance Officer you will play an important role within the finance department supporting our core philanthropy work, if you have strong finance administration skills including advance spreadsheet experience, and if supporting community philanthropy excites you then we want to hear from you. We are recruiting for a Finance Officer 21 hrs per week 12 month contract £25,000 per annum (pro rata) 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata) Employees health scheme Full induction and training Hybrid working arrangements How to apply: Please send your CV and a personal statement of no more than 500 words explaining why you’re a great fit for this role, along with a completed application form for the attention of the Operations Officer to info@quartetcf.org.uk Please refer to the Job description/Person specification As part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce please remove all identifying personal information from your CV and personal statement including name, address, date of birth and dates of education. Shortlisting is based on your CV and personal statement only – your application form having been removed at point of receipt. We also ask that you complete and return our Equality and Diversity form . This form is removed from your application and is kept for monitoring purposes only. Deadline for receipt of applications: 12 noon 11th October 2021 (deadline extended) No Agencies < All Jobs Finance Officer Salary: £25,000 per annum (pro rata) Hours: 21 hours per week Contract Type: 12 month Location: Bristol Close Date: Sunday, 10 October 2021 Email Contact: info@quartetcf.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at SWALLOW - General Support Workers Previous Job Next Job We are looking for passionate, reliable and empathetic support workers to join our team. We have various support worker opportunities with a range of flexible hours to suit all. No experience necessary, just a desire to make a real difference by supporting our members to live independent and fulfilling lives. If you are looking for a new career in care or have previous experience and are looking for a change, contact us to find out more. Thank you for your interest in SWALLOW Charity. We are a local charity based in Westfield, carrying out our work within Bath and North East Somerset. This role provides an exciting opportunity to make a direct, positive difference to local teenagers and adults with learning disabilities. SWALLOW was founded in 1993 and the charity now supports over 130 members, providing tailor- made support to enable them to live their lives to the full as independently as possible. SWALLOW is user-led which means that our members are at the heart of everything we do. Our members have a say in all of the courses, activities and events that we run. This role is integral to empowering every individual and to maintaining the high standards and variety that our members expect from us. Support worker for SWALLOW Title: Support Worker Hourly Wage: £10.30 per hour Sleep-in Allowance: £48.00 per night Responsible to: Registered Manager and Senior Support Workers Place of Work: All areas of SWALLOW Holidays: 25 days pro rata Sick Pay: Paid in conjunction with statutory sick pay Out of Office Hours: Sleep-in duties, evenings and weekends a possibility Contract: Subject to the successful completion of a 6 month probationary period Job Purpose: To support the Registered Manager and Senior Support Workers when working at SWALLOW to ensure that we continue to achieve our high standards of support, whether working in our Supported Housing, Base House or at one of the SWALLOW courses or activities. Support workers will, at most times, be expected to work alone. Responsibilities: To support tenants/members with learning disabilities in their own home, in the local community and at SWALLOW courses/activities To help tenants/members to develop every day living skills To help tenants/members develop community skills and encourage community involvement To support tenants/base house members with their care plans, support plans and attend relevant meeting regarding each tenants as required To help tenants become involved in leisure pursuits and social activities as they request to do so To work within an anti discriminatory framework Encourage and support tenants/members to take responsibility for their own selves To follow SWALLOW’s Health and Safety policy at all times and ensure that the areas you are working in remain safe To follow SWALLOW ‘s Equal Opportunities policy and other policy’s at all times To provide advice and assistance to tenants/members and liaise with mangers in relation to any unmet needs and wants of tenants/members To give personal support to tenants/members when required Help to resolve any disputes between tenants/members when required To keep SWALLOW running smoothly and well organised ensuring good positive communication at all times To work within the SWALLOW risk assessment framework to provide care that minimises risk in the least restrictive manner To ensure that the tenants/members records are kept up to date Other Information General All SWALLOW employees are expected to comply with statutory requirements and SWALLOW’s employment policies while carrying out their work. This post is one of continual development and the post holder will be encouraged to develop skills and capabilities, including participation in projects and training events. Accordingly, the range of duties and responsibilities outlined above may change from time to time to reflect the changing needs of SWALLOW. All employees and Trustee board members are CRB checked. Equal Opportunities The post holder must at all times carry out his/her responsibilities with due regard to SWALLOW’s Equal Opportunities Policy. Performance Review Overall performance will be formally assessed and reviewed regularly, with additional informal assessment taking place as necessary. Health & Safety All employees are subject to the Health and Safety at Work Act. The post holder is required to pro-actively comply with their duties as described by SWALLOW’s Policy and objectives for health and Safety. Confidentiality All employees are required to work in a confidential manner in all aspects of their work. < All Jobs General Support Workers Salary: £10.30 per hour (sleep-in allowance: £48.00 per night|) Hours: Various Contract Type: Subject to the successful completion of a 6-month probationary Location: Midsomer Norton/ Radstock Close Date: Tuesday, 31 January 2023 Email Contact: recruitment@swallowcharity.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at SWALLOW - Trustees (with HR or Legal experience) Previous Job Next Job SWALLOW is an independent charity supporting teenagers and adults with learning disabilities in and around Bath and North East Somerset. We are seeking Trustees, specifically with legal or HR experience to join our Board of Trustees. In addition to fulfilling the duties, obligations and responsibilities of a Trustee, the successful people would provide additional support to either the Senior Management or HR teams, to oversee matters and support the teams to report to the Trustee Board at regular intervals. We would love to hear from you if you would like to know more about these roles to help us to continue to improve the lives of local people with learning disabilities. If you are interested in joining the Trustee Board in this role, please email BeverleyCraney, Chief Executive on bevc@swallowcharity.org . Deadline: 17 th April 2025 www.swallowcharity.org The Old Engine House, Old Pit Road, Westfield BA3 4BQ 01761 414 034 Registered Charity Number: 1045893 Role Description Title: Trustee – HR and Legal Salary: Voluntary Hours of work: Various, Trustee meeting every eight weeks plus other ad hoc meetings Responsible to: Chair of the Board of Trustees Responsible for: Helping to manage and govern SWALLOW Place of work: Office attendance for meetings on Monday evenings every eight weeks Role Summary: Working in partnership with other trustees and the senior management team to help achieve the aims and goals of the charity while taking the lead on HR and legal responsibilities. Responsibilities: 1. To help plan the strategic direction of the charity. 2. To ensure that the organisation complies with its governing document, charity law, company law and any other relevant legislation or regulations. 3. To ensure that SWALLOW uses its resources exclusively in pursuance of its objects. 4. To oversee the financial budgets for the organisation to ensure financial stability of the organisation. 5. To safeguard the good name and values of the organisation. 6. To protect and manage the property of the charity and to ensure proper investment of the charity’s funds. 7. Whenever possible to attend trustee board meetings, usually held every 6 weeks on a Monday evening and periodic work days. 8. Declare any conflict of interest when carrying out the duties of a trustee. 9. Attend sub-committee meetings as required. Person specification 1. Commitment to the organisation 2. Strategic vision 3. Willingness to devote necessary time and effort 4. Good independent judgement 5. Understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship. 6. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team. 7. Experience in legal compliance and/or human resources. < All Jobs Trustees (with HR or Legal experience) Salary: Voluntary Hours: Various, Trustee meeting every eight weeks plus other ad hoc meetings Contract Type: Location: Office attendance in Westfield for meetings on Monday evenings every eight weeks Close Date: Thursday, 17 April 2025 Email Contact: bevc@swallowcharity.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at RUHX - Philanthropy Manager Previous Job Next Job The Philanthropy Manager will be a driven individual with a background in securing five-, six-, and sevenfigure gifts from charitable funders, corporate organisations, and/or Major Donors. Your primary responsibility will be to manage a diverse pool of Major Donors, both existing and prospective, to maximise philanthropic support across the RUH. In thisrole, you will be pivotal in our Development Team, directly reporting to the Head of Development. Here, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with some of the UK's most prominent philanthropists. Your objective will be to achieve targets by proactively identifying and cultivating relationships with major donors and channelling their interests towards our key projects (medical research, patient and staff support, capital campaigns, medical equipment, and 'the area of greatest need.' The ideal candidate will be adept at nurturing lasting relationships with funders, working towards a team income target of over £1.5m. You will also be a confident stakeholder manager, working closely with clinicians, researchers, and senior leaders to identify some of the key RUH funding areas that can deliver impact. Central to your success will be your ability to articulate compelling cases for support verbally and in writing, translating complex information into persuasive appeals. You will have a proven track record of demonstrating initiative in seizing fundraising opportunities and championing philanthropic endeavours. Your role willsecure significant contributionsfor transformative projects and cultivate a culture of donorcentric giving, fostering long-term partnerships. Above all, you will be dedicated to RUHX, the RUH, and the NHS—committed to transforming patient care through a business-minded and innovative approach to driving development. MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Development Manage a prospect pool of new and established relationships with Major Donors, aiming to secure significant contributions towards a team income of £1.5m. Responsible for identifying and securing five, six and seven-figure gifts, developing a sustainable pipeline of prospects and income. Deliver donor-centric cultivation and stewardship plans to grow philanthropic income incrementally. • Conduct prospect research and collaborate with the RUHX team to identify potential Major Donors. Provide sound relationship skills with an ability to understand and explore donors’ interests and align these with key fundraising projects. Responsible for networking and connecting with HNWI’s, influencers, senior stakeholders, and senior volunteers, in collaboration with the Development Team to lift RUHX’s profile. Manage a Development Advisory Board of influential philanthropists and senior volunteers alongside the Head of Development to steer RUHX’s fundraising efforts. Ability to work outside of core hours and at weekends when required. Management Provide fundraising CRM reports aligned with agreed Key Performance Indicators(KPIs) for the Head of Development as required. Cascade project information and workload capacity effectively to the RUHX team. Responsible for maintaining and re-enforcing accurate and dynamic CRM records, inclusive of all donor records, opportunities, stakeholder relationships, team reporting, management information and campaign data. Responsible for driving professional development by identifying the best national and international third-sector and corporate training programmes. Demonstrate the potential and willingness to further line management skills, with the possibility of assuming supervisory responsibilities as the role and RUHX evolve. Strategy Collaborate with the Head of Development and senior stakeholders to identify new projects and craft compelling proposals verbally and in writing. Foster clear communication and alignment of RUHX's vision, values, and behaviours among staff, volunteers, and stakeholders, fostering a culture of support, diversity, access, and inclusion. Support the Head of Development in identifying and integrating innovative approaches and technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence and CRM management, into daily fundraising practices. Governance & compliance Working with the Head of Development, responsible for ensuring all Major gifts are accepted in compliance with the Charity Commission’s regulations and spent in accordance with associated Gift Agreements and best practices. Responsible for adhering to fundraising regulations and charity legislation with a sound knowledge of GDPR. Handle highly confidential and sensitive information about donors, patients, families, and RUH staff. Ensure strict adherence to all charity policies and procedures. Financial planning Manage and deliver against an individual annual budget and deliver income projections. Coordinate with the Finance Team to ensure proper authorisation and recording of all philanthropic gifts. External relations and communications Collaborate with the Marketing & Communicationsteam and the Impact Manager to effectively report and promote Major Giving activities. Responsible for being aware and responsive to the Third Sector and NHS environment in which RUHX operates. < All Jobs Philanthropy Manager Salary: £35,392 - £42,618 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Full time Location: Flexible/ Agile working with 50% time based in office in Bath Close Date: Thursday, 5 September 2024 Email Contact: rhyannon.boyd@nhs.net < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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

Job opportunity at Emmaus Bristol - Fundraising Manager Previous Job Next Job Emmaus Bristol is a local homelessness charity and part of the international movement of Emmaus communities. We are looking for a Fundraising Manager to lead on our fundraising by developing and implementing a strategy to secure core funding, as well as working with other managers to secure project funding. You will need to be innovative and determined as well as being an excellent communicator. This is a new role and it will really suit someone who is a confident self-starter with an eye for detail. Emmaus Bristol is a fabulous place to work and you leave every day with the satisfaction that your hard work has helped people out of homelessness. Emmaus is different to other homeless charities in that staff work alongside formerly homeless residents, known within Emmaus as Companions. So as well as working as part of our employee team, you’d also work alongside Companions and other volunteers. We are a small charity, and your ability to help us grow our income will make an enormous difference to our beneficiaries and support us in achieving our five-year plan. We want someone in the role who is fired up by our mission and able to inspire this in our donors. If you’d be excited by presenting to a potential donor or telling our story in written words through a detailed bid application, and are aware of trends in an evolving funding landscape, then this is the role for you! This is a flexible position, and we are pleased to be able to offer it on either a full or part-time basis. Given the varied nature of the role, you will be able to work from home as well as in our office (Bristol BS2), and get out and about building relationships on our behalf. Your enthusiasm and personality are as important to us as direct fundraising experience, so if your skills have been gained in a different sector, we will still welcome your application if you have relevant transferable skills. The key requirements are that you have experience of securing contracts or funding, can quickly build relationships with others, and are highly numerate and literate. How to apply To apply, please read through the recruitment pack on our website before completing the following application form by midnight on Sunday 3rd November 2024. https://forms.gle/TdvrpmFR7TKdMqZb8 Interviews are scheduled for Thursday 14th November 2024. We also ask that you complete an equal opportunities form, which will not be associated with your application, but allows us to monitor and improve our recruitment in terms of diversity. https://forms.gle/1m6Y9R2GnzLyJMzx9 If you can’t click on the form links above, please copy and paste into your browser. < All Jobs Fundraising Manager Salary: £33,000 - £38,000 pa (pro rata for part time) Hours: 22.5 - 37.5 hours as desired Contract Type: Full time (37.5hrs) or part time (between 22.5 and 30 hrs) Location: Hybrid Close Date: Sunday, 3 November 2024 Email Contact: recruitment@emmausbristol.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Forest of Avon Trust - Tree and Woodland Officer Previous Job Next Job Working as one of England’s Community Forests, we are delivering and funding up to £1.5 million per year of woodland creation projects in the West of England. We are looking for a team-working, committed individual to join us to deliver tree planting projects across the region, working with private landowners, businesses, communities, councils, schools and others. Are you knowledgeable about trees and woodlands? Experienced in working with a diverse range of partners to plan, fund and deliver habitat schemes? Committed to making a difference and playing a key role with an ambitious and growing charity? If so, we have just the role for you! The Forest of Avon Trust is the West of England’s Community Forest, an independent charity and one of a national network. We are growing our work and impact through implementing the Forest of Avon Plan, delivering the multi-million pound tree planting programme ‘Trees for Climate’ as well as delivering other projects in woodland management, skills, education, community projects and health and wellbeing activity. Fixed term contract until 31st March 2025, to start as soon as possible: Salary band £29,200 to £33,000 gross per annum, with annual appraisal and review 5 days per week (37.5 hours) We would also consider part-time or job share applications Flexible working 30 days holiday including usual bank holidays Main office base currently in Lockleaze, Bristol, with some homeworking optional and attending frequent meetings and site visits in the West of England area Employee Pension Scheme with 3% employer contribution We are a friendly team offering training opportunities, a flexible approach to working and an opportunity to influence nationally through our network of England’s Community Forests and work with Defra as well as regional and national partners. For more information, including the job description and specification, please visit to Forest of Avon Trust Website here. Please send a CV and written statement in support of your application. Your CV should be no more than 2 pages, your written statement should answer each of the essential and desirable criteria above. Please use each bullet point as a heading and answer each point directly. Please send these to Jess Kirkby jess.kirkby@forestofavontrust.org by midday on Thursday 6th July. For more information on the Forest of Avon Trust, please go to: www.forestofavontrust.org . For more information about the role, please call Alex Stone, Forest of Avon Trust Director, on 07375 842732. < All Jobs Tree and Woodland Officer Salary: £29,200 to £33,000 gross per annum, with annual appraisal and review Hours: 5 days per week (37.5 hours) We would also consider part-time or job share applications Contract Type: Fixed term contract until 31st March 2025 Location: Main office base currently in Lockleaze, Bristol, with some homeworking optional and attending frequent meetings and site visits in the West of England area Close Date: Thursday, 6 July 2023 Email Contact: jess.kirkby@forestofavontrust.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Age UK BANES - Transport Lead Previous Job Next Job Age UK Bath & North East Somerset is a local independent charity on a mission to grow an age f riendly community across Bath and North East Somerset. For some of us as we grow older, our mobility is not what it used to be. To enable people to continue to play an active role in their community, we have four minibuses which provide transport for people to and from our various Clubs and other venues, where necessary. This transport is essential to people maintaining their wellbeing, remaining active and continuing their connections in the community. The Transport Lead’s role is to coordinate our Transport Service, manage the team of six drivers and generally be responsible for the minibuses, including driving one of them. The Transport Lead is the main point of contact for the Transport Service Department and is responsible for maintaining a safe, reliable, and efficient service. You’ll be supported by our Community Connections Manager and work alongside people across all the services we provide at Age UK Bath & North East Somerset. You’ll also have opportunity to connect with other Community Transport Services across the West of England. The Transport Lead will play a key role in how our Transport Service is delivered. We pride ourselves in having an open, supportive culture where new ideas can become a reality and where a welcoming smile goes a long way. Our Transport Service is crucial to enabling people to live the life they choose, continue to play an active role in their community and maintain their personal sense of wellbeing. Key Responsibilities Service Coordination Duties · Together with the drivers, coordinate the rotas and routes for collecting people each day to ensure that the Service operates effectively and safely · Maintain records of holiday and absence, liaising between drivers to ensure that there is cover for absence. Be the main point of contact for people using our transport and employees wishing to communicate with the Transport Service Collate the records of mileage/fuel consumption for each vehicle and complete the details on Excel spreadsheet on Sharepoint each month Support with the implementation of an electronic Field service App for drivers Be responsible for health & safety requirements relating to our passengers, employees and vehicles Assist with the production of reports for our funders, as required. Staff Management, Training & Supervision · Manage the other drivers to ensure a good level of performance of their jobs. · Recruit new drivers, where necessary, with assistance from line manager · Facilitate regular drivers’ meetings, conduct 1:1’s and ensure that everyone has access to the training they require Ensure Age UK Bath & North East Somerset Policies and Procedures are correctly followed Responsibility for Vehicles Ensure vehicles are properly maintained, cleaned, and repaired Make the necessary arrangements for vehicle maintenance and complete monthly reports. Manage all aspects of vehicle upgrades Ensure the vehicles are taxed, insured and have up to date MOT Be responsible for vehicle security In the event of an accident ensure a report is completed, photos and statements taken, insurers notified and all of requirements are complied with in a timely fashion. Driving and Passenger Care · Drive an Age UK Bath & North East Somerset minibus on routes and at times. · Accompany passengers safely from their home to the bus, ensure they get on and are seated safely and comfortably. · Deal with any discomfort or emergency arising for the passengers during the journey · Deliver the passengers to the agreed destination on time · Ensure the passengers are able to get off the bus safely and see that they enter the building that they are delivered to, accompanying them if necessary · Maintain logs of mileage driven and hours worked · Keep the vehicle clean inside and out · Liaise with the Club Organisers in order to pick up and set down passengers at times convenient for the Day Club · Notify the organisation of any prosecutions for driving offences incurred whilst an employee · Notify the organisation of any illness or any medication you are taking which may affect your ability to drive safely · Drive safely, always complying with all regulations of the Highway Code and all legal requirements/parking regulations · Do regular safety checks of the vehicles such as checking tyres, tyre pressures, seat belts. Maintain records of checks. Person Specification The following criteria will be assessed from information provided on your completed application form/at interview/by your referee: Education & Training Clean driving licence Good standard of education Experience Experience of driving passengers in a minibus or other passenger carrying vehicle Experience of group leadership and management of drivers Skills Motivation skills · Reliable · Punctual · Cheerful and polite · Able to act responsibly in an emergency situation · Exacting sense of road safety and customer care · Excellent driving skills and awareness of vehicle safety issues · Good communicator · Excellent IT skills Knowledge and understanding Good understanding of vehicle maintenance requirements Other job- related requirements Able to work outside normal office hours when necessary, on occasion. Required to cover for colleagues if absent < All Jobs Transport Lead Salary: £14.33 per hour Hours: 15 Contract Type: Part time Location: Bath & North East Somerset Close Date: Tuesday, 30 December 2025 Email Contact: keri.grinham@ageukbanes.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Developing Health and Independence - Director of Operations Previous Job Next Job Director of Operations Developing Health and Independence (DHI) Bath Full time, permanent role c£68,000 + benefits Are you creative and adept at making the complex simple? Do you feel passionately about social justice, challenging discrimination and disadvantage, and developing and delivering effective, solution-focused services that genuinely support people to change their lives? Do you have the determination, drive, and vision to lead and develop people, systems and services, overcoming barriers and challenges in a complex, often highly regulated world? If you have answered yes then you are likely to thrive in this exciting role as you will be able to take on real responsibility, leading on all DHI operations to deliver high impact services. light0 DHI is a charity that helps disadvantaged and vulnerable people turn lives around, stand on their own feet and reduce dependency. We do this because we believe everyone should have the chance to achieve their potential to make a valuable contribution to society. We help vulnerable young people and adults overcome circumstances, structural barriers as well as self-limiting behaviours that are holding them back. Our clients are often disadvantaged or living at the margins, meaning they are disproportionately affected by substance misuse, homelessness, offending, mental health issues and other factors that contribute to social exclusion. Few, if any of our clients, come with a single issue. Rather than treat issues in isolation, we work with the person, not the label, and find the most effective way to help them. We help people through a highly personalised, solution-focused approach, regardless of the service they enter; services that include housing, drug and alcohol treatment and much more besides. The ideal person will bring significant senior level experience and track record of achievements, working within social or supported housing, drugs/alcohol, or a related social care field, including substantial contract and people management experience. You will be able to combine practical experience of developing simple effective systems, bring strong leadership, performance management and relationship building skills, and be able to operate successfully in a dynamic, fast-paced and challenging environment. How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV and a Supporting Statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) that sets out why you are interested in joining DHI as its Director of Operations and how you meet the person specification and our values. Closing date: Midday Wednesday 28th May 2025 Recruitment Process Initial telephone interviews will take place for a longlist of candidates on 3rd June 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a formal in person interview on 6th June 2025. Download Job Pack Click Here to Apply < All Jobs Director of Operations Salary: c£68,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent Full Time Role Location: The role will be based mainly in central Bath with homeworking and travel to DHI locations Close Date: Wednesday, 28 May 2025 Email Contact: carroll.lloyd@nfpconsulting.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Mentoring Plus - Fundraising Manager Previous Job Next Job Could your skills make a real difference for local young people? Mentoring Plus is an award-winning community charity supporting children and young people across Bath & NE Somerset who are struggling with education, family difficulties or emotional wellbeing. Our vision is a world where all young people feel safe, feel heard and feel hopeful for their future. Our charitably funded work provides trained volunteer mentors and skills-building group activities to help young people feel happier, stay safe, engage with education and reduce risk-taking behaviour. Young people choose to engage with mentoring even when all other interventions fail. Since 1998 we’ve enabled our community volunteers to support over 2,000 children and young people to feel more confident, improve their wellbeing and pursue positive new interests and pathways. We’ve held a local authority commission for early help volunteer mentoring since 2005. We’re building a professional mentoring practice to support higher-need young people, and in 2018 won a second commission to support students at risk of school exclusion, renewed in 2025. We also provide open-access youth clubs 2 nights per week. The rationale: Mentoring Plus currently raises about half its income through charitable sources, and with demand at an all-time high, we’re ambitious to deliver more support. The charity has a strong record of winning funds from grants and trusts and community sources, and maintains comprehensive impact data, assets and information resources to share with funders. We’re now looking for an energetic fundraising professional keen to help shape our future by taking our fundraising forward, planning and implementing effective events and campaigns supported by persuasive communications across all channels. Role profile: Reporting direct to the CEO, you’ll be at the heart of a small, friendly and committed team and working to maintain and build charitable income from all sources. This role needs your creativity, knowhow, planning skills, networking and team co-operation to really make a difference to young people in our region. With support from the whole team and leadership group, you’ll apply your relevant skills, experience and management strengths to planning and implementing an agreed strategy across all funding sources, taking personal responsibility for fundraising from individuals and businesses. You’ll help build and maintain relationships with key donors, representing our work and ensuring young people are heard. You’ll ensure we’re accountable for our impact with effective impact reporting and evaluation. You’ll help shape a multi-channel communications strategy in the best interests of our beneficiaries. And you’ll support the implementation of new and developing earned income streams in support of our work. We’re supported by a skilled Trustee board offering practical help, advice and scrutiny, and our working environment is fully committed to flexibility and personal development, including appropriate training and wellbeing support. Sound like a fit? A full JD/role profile and application details are at https://mentoringplus.net/about-us/join-the-team < All Jobs Fundraising Manager Salary: From £16 per hour depending on experience Hours: c. 22.5 per week (hours flexible) Contract Type: Permanent, part time Location: Bath with scope for some hybrid working Close Date: Monday, 22 September 2025 Email Contact: < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at We Hear You (WHY) - Chief Executive Officer Previous Job Next Job We Hear You (WHY) is a cancer charity , providing free professional counselling for children, young people and adults affected by cancer or life threatening conditions in BaNES, Somerset and Wiltshire. The Chief Executive Officer is responsible to the Trustees in providing operatinal and strategic leadership for WHY, ensuring that the charity fulfils the objectives laid down by the trustees effectively and efficiently in a manner consistent with WHY's values, bringing positivity, creativity and vision to work for the benefit of a diverse client group. For more information please look on WHYs website to download a recruitment pack, job description and person specification. www.wehearyou.org.uk/recruitment Closing date: Wednesday 15th December Interview date: Friday 7th January < All Jobs Chief Executive Officer Salary: £45,206 - £49,440 depending on experience Hours: 37.5 Contract Type: permanent Location: Frome, Somerset Close Date: Wednesday, 15 December 2021 Email Contact: < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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

Job opportunity at SWALLOW - Weekend Support Worker Previous Job Next Job SWALLOW is a local charity supporting teenagers and adults with learning disabilities, to live independent and fulfilling lives. Title: Weekend Support Worker Hourly Wage: £10.30 per hour Sleep-in Allowance: £48.00 per night Responsible to: Registered Manager and Senior Support Workers Place of Work: All areas of SWALLOW Holidays: 25 days pro rata Out of Office Hours: Sleep-in duties, evenings and weekends a possibility Job Purpose: To support the Registered Manager and Senior Support Workers when working at SWALLOW to ensure that we continue to achieve our high standards of support, whether working in our Supported Housing, Base House or at one of the SWALLOW courses or activities. Support workers will, at most times, be expected to work alone. Responsibilities: To support tenants/members with learning disabilities in their own home, in the local community and at SWALLOW courses/activities To help tenants/members to develop every day living skills To help tenants/members develop community skills and encourage community involvement To support tenants/base house members with their care plans, support plans and attend relevant meeting regarding each tenants as required To help tenants become involved in leisure pursuits and social activities as they request to do so To work within an anti discriminatory framework Encourage and support tenants/members to take responsibility for their own selves To follow SWALLOW’s Health and Safety policy at all times and ensure that the areas you are working in remain safe To follow SWALLOW ‘s Equal Opportunities policy and other policy’s at all times To provide advice and assistance to tenants/members and liaise with mangers in relation to any unmet needs and wants of tenants/members To give personal support to tenants/members when required Help to resolve any disputes between tenants/members when required To keep SWALLOW running smoothly and well organised ensuring good positive communication at all times To work within the SWALLOW risk assessment framework to provide care that minimises risk in the least restrictive manner To ensure that the tenants/members records are kept up to date Other Information General All SWALLOW employees are expected to comply with statutory requirements and SWALLOW’s employment policies while carrying out their work. This post is one of continual development and the post holder will be encouraged to develop skills and capabilities, including participation in projects and training events. Accordingly, the range of duties and responsibilities outlined above may change from time to time to reflect the changing needs of SWALLOW. All employees and Trustee board members are CRB checked. Equal Opportunities The post holder must at all times carry out his/her responsibilities with due regard to SWALLOW’s Equal Opportunities Policy. Performance Review Overall performance will be formally assessed and reviewed regularly, with additional informal assessment taking place as necessary. Health & Safety All employees are subject to the Health and Safety at Work Act. The post holder is required to pro-actively comply with their duties as described by SWALLOW’s Policy and objectives for health and Safety. Confidentiality All employees are required to work in a confidential manner in all aspects of their work. Person specification for Support Staff Essential qualities: Experience of working with people with learning disabilities in a training/supporting role. To be willing to listen to, respect, and respond to what people with learning disabilities say. To have a calm flexible approach and an ability to work as a member of a team. To have good communication skills and be willing to liaise with SWALLOW members, other staff members of the team, parents, health and social care professionals and other provider organisations. To have the ability to communicate with people with learning disabilities in an accessible manner. To have a good understanding of equal opportunities. To be able to take responsibility and be willing to be the sole worker when required to do so. Must be happy to complete the Care Certificate during induction period (3 months or 6 months depending on number of contracted hours). Desirable qualities: To have some knowledge of local area. To have a full driving licence and a car available to use at work. To have experience of supporting people living in their own homes with some knowledge of good practice policy. Some knowledge of legislation relating to supporting adults in housing such as Data protection, Health and Safety and Human Rights. To have experience of being part of a user led organisation. To have experience of working within the Quality Care Commission framework and some knowledge of the National minimum care standards. To have been involved in the application of care plans and risk assessments. To have, or to be working towards Diploma level 3 in Heath and Social Care (Adults). Have knowledge of the legislation involved in protecting vulnerable adults from abuse. Ability to display conflict resolution skills. For an application pack/information please visit our website where a full pack can be downloaded, alternatively please call: 01761 414034 or email: recruitment@swallowcharity.org To apply, please send a completed application pack along with your CV to recruitment@swallowcharity.org Closing date: Monday 25th April 2022 < All Jobs Weekend Support Worker Salary: Salary £10.30 per hour plus generous benefits Hours: 8.75 hour weekly, Friday–Sunday, alternating weeks Contract Type: 8.75 hour weekly contract Location: All areas of SWALLOW Close Date: Sunday, 24 April 2022 Email Contact: recruitment@swallowcharity.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Your Park Bristol and Bath - Treasurer Previous Job Next Job Your Park Bristol and Bath is delighted to be seeking a Treasurer to join this young and ambitious charity board at an exciting stage in our journey. Now in our third year of operation, we want to grow our impact and improve our financial stability to help more people in Bristol and Bath experience the overwhelming benefits of our parks. Why we need you We want to hear from you if you have a passion for Bristol and Bath’s natural environment and want to add value to our public green spaces. We are looking for someone with a strategic mind who can bring a strong background in accounting and finance to our business planning to help ensure our financial plan enables our ambitions. We would love for the Treasurer to become a named Trustee of the organisation where working closely with the Management Committee, you will strengthen our governance by ensuring proper financial policies and procedures are in place. Personal Qualities We are looking for a confident and dynamic individual who embraces a challenge and is willing to commit some time to help us grow. You will need to have good strategic planning and organisational skills, a passion for, and an understanding of the charity and it’s aims. You should also be approachable, flexible and able to work as part of a team. To find out more or to have an informal chat about the role, get in touch at charlee@yourpark.org.uk or visit www.yourpark.org.uk . To apply for the role, please send a copy of your CV and a 1 side of A4 expression of interest to charlee@yourpark.org.uk by 30th September 2022. < All Jobs Treasurer Salary: Hours: Contract Type: Location: Close Date: Thursday, 29 September 2022 Email Contact: charlee@yourpark.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at RUHX - Community & Volunteer Officer Previous Job Next Job We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Community & Volunteer Officer to join our dedicated and fun team. This is your chance to be part of a charity that believes in being positively disruptive, creative and collaborative, all to make a transformative difference for our patients, staff and community. We’re big enough to make an impact and small enough to care. This means that we believe in creating an inclusive, supportive, and nurturing environment for all our staff, as we know that a diverse, happy, and healthy team is vital to our success. Main duties of the job No two days in our team are the same. We split our time evenly between working flexibly at home and onsite in the office in Bath, as well as being out and about in our community. You will have a varied role which involves managing a wide range of duties and tasks including: Build relationships with local groups, companies, schools, and individuals to grow community fundraising income. Develop and deliver inspiring opportunities for volunteers to support our work. Provide day-to-day support and communication to our volunteers. Represent RUHX at community events, talks, and meetings. Help raise awareness of our charity across Bath and the surrounding areas. We’re looking for a kind and compassionate person who is passionate about the NHS and making a difference to healthcare for our community. A great communicator and team player. Proactive, organised and creative in problem solving. A people person who thrives on building relationships and inspiring others. Experienced in volunteer coordination and/or community engagement. Passionate about health and wellbeing in our local community. Comfortable with regular evening/weekend work and travel in the region. For the full job description, person specifiaction and details of how to apply please go to https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/7246367?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=101882 to find out more about RUHX please go to https://ruhx.org.uk/ < All Jobs Community & Volunteer Officer Salary: £29,970 - £36,483 Per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Full time Location: Flexible/ Agile working with 50% time based in office in Bath. Close Date: Sunday, 29 June 2025 Email Contact: rhyannon.boyd@nhs.net < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Dorothy House - Retail Volunteering Support Officer Previous Job Next Job Retail Volunteering Support Officer 22.5 hours per week £22,549 - £24,882 per annum, pro rata Dorothy House Hospice, Winsley A new and exciting opportunity has arisen within the Volunteer Services Team at Dorothy House for a Retail Volunteering Support Officer to focus on the recruitment of volunteers to the shops across the Dorothy House retail portfolio, to support and advise the retail managers on effective volunteer management and to work collaboratively with colleagues in the Volunteer Services team. Through shop based activity, events, online advertising and other creative methods of attraction, the Retail Volunteering Support Officer will ensure Dorothy House is the number one choice for people looking for a volunteering opportunity. They will work collaboratively with the shop managers and senior retail team to provide a consistently high level volunteering experience and they will utilise networks and professional connections to enable and enhance volunteer recruitment. The role will be based at the Hospice in Winsley however the Retail Volunteering Support Officer will be required to attend the shops across the area on a regular basis to ensure full support is given to the shop managers in understanding their volunteer and support needs and to ensure the volunteer team, existing and newly appointed are fully supported and receive a high quality experience throughout their time with us. This role will suit someone coming from a retail background who can demonstrate experience of working with and supporting volunteering teams. The role will be busy and varied and at times there will of course be challenges, however the rewards for your efforts will be endless. A competitive remuneration and benefits package to include 7% employer pension contribution as well as starting holiday of 35 days per year (pro rata) are associated with this role, as is the opportunity to bring fresh and innovative ideas to the team to grow and develop the role how you wish. This is an excellent opportunity and we expect demand for the post to be high so do not delay in submitting your application today. DH is committed to the continued health and wellbeing of its employees, patients, clients and anyone who has contact with its services, as well as wider responsibility within the community that the hospice serves. Therefore, as a condition of offer of, and continued, employment with DH, all new staff will be required to commit to receiving the Coronavirus vaccinations, or to receive this with the organisation’s support within the probation period. Also any boosters that may be required during employment with DH. Exceptions to this will of course be fairly considered in line with Equality Law and other circumstances that may not reasonably fall into these criteria. Closing Date: Sunday 30th January 2022 < All Jobs Retail Volunteering Support Officer Salary: £22,549-£24,882 per annum, pro rata Hours: 22.5 hours per week Contract Type: Part Time Location: Hybrid Close Date: Sunday, 30 January 2022 Email Contact: nicola.bullivent@dorothyhouse-hospice.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at First Steps - Trainee Nursery Practitioners Previous Job Next Job First Steps (Bath) is a charity and social enterprise, we are relentless in our mission to raise aspirations for children, families, and communities through our Early Years Centers. We are passionate about our staff; we believe they are key to enabling children to develop, learn in a safe environment and to build a positive relationship with parents. We have vacancies for trainee nursery practitioners at Moorlands Community Nurseries. As a member of the Early Years team, you will develop skills and knowledge to play a full part in the planning, organising and delivery of activities and creating learning experiences designed to improve outcomes for pre-school children. You will be supported to work in partnership with parents, carers and partner organisations. We will support you in identify individual training pathway and allow you up to half a day a week paid study time. We offer many staff benefits which include an annual leave allowance which starts at 24 days + bank holidays a pension scheme with employer/employee matched contributions of 5% and support with childcare. A list of staff benefits is displayed on our web site. First Steps staff have opportunities to expand their knowledge and experience through our specialist early years services. These posts are subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check (DBS) checks. If you want to be part of a dynamic and supportive team and are passionate about increasing opportunities for children, then please apply. An application pack including job description is available by contacting reception, or by visiting our website https://www.firststepsbath.org.uk/who-we-are/work-for-us For an informal discussion about the post after receiving the pack, please contact: Charlotte Miller, Early Years Centre Manager Moorlands 01225 317123 charlotte.miller@firststepsbath.org.uk < All Jobs Trainee Nursery Practitioners Salary: £17,954 per annum or if over 23 year’s old £18,954 for a 37.5 hour week all year round. Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Permanent all year around and term time only contracts, flexible hours Location: Moorlands Community Nursery and Early Years Centre Close Date: Friday, 25 February 2022 Email Contact: charlotte.miller@firststepsbath.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Bath Spa University Students' Union - Communications & Marketing Manager Previous Job Next Job An opportunity has arisen for a Communications and Marketing Manager to join Bath Spa Students’ Union at an exciting time in our journey, where you can develop your ideas and your future in a dynamic and supportive environment. We’re looking for a positive Communications and Marketing Manager who is great at working with others, confident at managing a website, CRM system and social media channels and has creative flair for developing accessible and engaging content. We’re looking for someone excited about working in a democratic, membership organisation who wants to help us tell our story well. Bath Spa Students’ Union is a seriously fun place to work, all about making a difference to the lives of Bath Spa students and ensuring they have the best possible University experience. We are a progressive and ambitious organisation committed to developing an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Our team isn’t as representative of our student body as would like it to be and we’re particularly keen to hear from you if you’re Black, Disabled, LGBTQ+ or have any other marginalised experience. It is important our students see themselves represented in our staff team. For full details about the role, how to apply and what makes Bath Spa Students’ Union such a great place to work, please take a look at our website. < All Jobs Communications & Marketing Manager Salary: £22,847 - £27,116, plus 30+ days holiday and a generous pension scheme Hours: 37hrs per week Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time Location: Bath, with some homeworking available Close Date: Saturday, 7 May 2022 Email Contact: c.dangerfield@bathspa.ac.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Bath and North East Somerset Carers’ Centre - Chair of Trustees Previous Job Next Job Can you help take our charity forward and make a difference for unpaid carers? We are seeking a strong and passionate Chair to lead our Board of Trustees and work closely with the CEO to shape the charity’s future direction. Bath and North East Somerset Carers’ Centre is an established charity working to ensure local unpaid carers are fully recognised, valued and supported. We provide information, advice and support directly to unpaid carers of all ages and work with our wider BaNES community to raise awareness to create carer-friendly community. We are at an exciting stage as we transform using digital and data extend our reach. You will be able to commit an average of 4 hours each week, including the chairing of quarterly Board meetings. The ideal person will have: A strong desire to make a difference to the lives of unpaid carers The ability to inspire confidence Excellent interpersonal skills and relationship-building ability Experience of chairing meetings and events and allowing everyone to have a voice Strong leadership skills, ability to lead change Good listening skills and able to motivate people What we offer An opportunity to develop and exercise leadership, strategic planning and governance skills working with a fantastic team of volunteers and staff. Ways for you to ‘give something back’ by applying your lived experience, knowledge, skills and experience in helping us to be more effective. Connection to the wider third sector and its community of supporters. The role of a Chair is unpaid. However, expenses are reimbursed in line with the Carers’ Centre’s volunteer expense policy. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check and at least two independent references. Please email david.trumper@banescarerscentre.org.uk for more details. < All Jobs Chair of Trustees Salary: Unpaid position - expenses only Hours: Average 4 hours per week Contract Type: Part Time Location: BaNES area Close Date: Thursday, 29 July 2021 Email Contact: david.trumper@banescarerscentre.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at VOICES - CHAIR OF TRUSTEES Previous Job Next Job Welcome from the current co-Chairs and VOICES Team Dear Potential Colleague, We are delighted to introduce our charity to you and hope that you will take time to think about whether you are the right person to join us as our Chair of Trustees on the next stage of our journey. VOICES was founded in 2014 in Bath by four women with lived experience of domestic abuse (DA), who found that beyond crisis interventions there was minimal support for those who had experienced abuse on their recovery journey. Their voices were not listened to, they had to keep telling the same story to numerous agencies that were not joined-up and no-one seemed to be focused on their overall well-being and recovery or that of their children. They understood that societal stigma and judgement about domestic abuse and how it impacts on an individual and their identity, added to feelings of isolation and guilt. It was time for something to change – and they made it change by creating VOICES, a survivor-led, trauma-informed and recovery focused charity for the women of Bath and North East Somerset and surrounding areas. VOICES is now recognised nationally as offering the ‘gold standard’ in support – both through the way in which it delivers holistic services for women and in ensuring that the voice of lived experience is included in policy development (justice, DA services) and research. The twin objectives of direct service provision and national influencing are core to the Charity’s ethos. VOICES is funded by charitable donations, government grants, and awards from Trusts and Foundations. At this time none of its domestic violence services is yet commissioned by the Local Authority. One of our founders became our CEO and led VOICES for ten years. She has now stepped down and her replacement joined us in April 2024. With a new CEO in post and an experienced Board this is an exciting time to join VOICES. We need to find the right person to take on the Chair of Trustees role on a permanent basis. We are seeking someone with the values, passion and skills to support the CEO in safeguarding the central ethos of the charity and building upon it so that we are even stronger and more capable. The voices of lived experience of domestic abuse are at the heart of all we do. Our approach is strengths-based, person-centred, recovery-focused and trauma informed. We subscribe to the No Them and Us approach. We believe that an understanding of the long-term impacts of trauma and injustice/re-traumatisation through systemic or professional responses is essential for effective and long-term recovery. VOICES uses a trauma informed approach in all of its work with clients, staff, trustees and volunteers, and advocates for the same in other similar response services, be it in health, legal services or the justice system. VOICES is based in Bath. Our working environment is one of mutual respect and compassion. The wellbeing of all our staff and volunteers is of the utmost importance. VOICES strives to provide a working environment that is supportive of staff and will seek to understand and recognise other personal responsibilities any individual has outside their working life in agreeing working patterns and hours. The Charity is flexible and inclusive. We are actively seeking to increase the diversity of our Board and persons with diversity of experience, circumstance and background are encouraged to apply. Details of the role and the attributes we need in our next Chair of Trustees can be found below. If you believe you have the qualities we have described, please take a look. Recruitment is being handled within the charity. For more information please contact joanna@voicescharity.org or helen@voicescharity.org . Or to arrange an informal discussion about the Charity with the CEO prior to applying contact emily@voicescharity.org The closing date for applications is 28th June 2024. Best wishes Joanna Hole and Helen Wehner (co-Chairs) About VOICES VOICES provides direct services to those who have experienced domestic abuse and seeks to ensure that the voice of lived experience is recognised as a powerful source of expertise within policy formulation and research. Primarily VOICES works with women; however, it will respond to all individuals making contact for support. VOICES is committed to ensuring that everyone regardless of personal circumstances, age, race, sexuality, belief, disability or residential status has access to services that meet their needs without stigma or judgement. The 2022/23 Annual Report and 2022/23 Impact Report are provided for candidates and give more detail of the activities of the Charity. Also provided is the A Chair's Compass from the Association of Chairs. We have seven staff, four of whom deliver direct services to clients, and in 2022/23 we had a total income of £277,869. VOICES is based in a property in Bath whose address is not publicly available in order to protect clients and staff. Chair of Trustees Role Description The role of the Chair of Trustees is to ‘conduct the orchestra’ rather than play the loudest tune. The Constitution includes no identified responsibilities for the Chair; however, specific areas led by the Chair of Trustees include: ensuring that the Charity is governed in line with its Constitution and meets all legal duties applicable to it as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) ensuring that the operation of the Board is in line with its constitution ensuring the charity’s beneficiaries are the focus of all decisions and that public benefit can be demonstrated in the charity’s activities forming a successful partnership with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), a relationship which has a fundamental importance for and impact on Board effectiveness and performance. supporting the CEO as a ‘sounding board’ and confidential advisor in the management of the Charity’s resources and staff managing the CEO as the most senior staff member of the Charity. The scope of this responsibility is in relation to changes to contracted hours and remuneration, performance and discipline. On a day to day basis the CEO is expected to manage their own time and activities to ensure that the objectives of the charity are met nudging the board forward on difficult, complex decisions, especially where consensus is hard to find. enabling the wisdom in the room to be heard – including the dissenting voices – while synthesising views and outlining the direction of travel ensuring that there is a robust process for the appointment of Trustees ensuring that the Charity keeps appropriate records of its decisions having an eye to the Charity’s reputation in how it operates within the local community and represents its activities to its beneficiaries Attributes We wish to recruit someone, with good leadership skills and the ability to work with people impacted by trauma. As the CEO’s sounding board and confidential advisor in the management of the Charity’s resources and staff we are looking for a progressive, creative and innovative influencer, with a high degree of emotional intelligence. As well as someone to undertake the responsibilities above, we are looking for: A total commitment to VOICES’ purpose and vision, and to its transformative recovery and survivor led work, making a difference to Domestic Abuse survivors’ experiences to ensure they are safe and effective. The highest personal standards with regard to integrity, compassion, honesty, reliability, and commitment to the role. Someone who leads by example, with the courage and resilience and empathy to work with and lead our Board. They will bring these attributes in a way which reflects VOICES’ unique vision and culture. A deep commitment to using a trauma informed approach to ensure that strategic planning and design incorporates the lived experience of survivors and ensures the foundational principle of being survivor centric, while ensuring compliance to the Do No Harm principle and keeping in line with relevant charitable and legislative guidelines. A credible and practical team leader, who listens and learns, motivates and inspires the board and is committed to the charity's development. Able to manage team dynamics and differences to ensure effective working and focus on charity objectives. Someone who is comfortable with numbers with enough experience of financial and people management to monitor strategic and annual operations. An active and natural networker, with the ability to influence others, without dominating. Someone who is externally facing in outlook and ideas, with excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, trustees and with staff. Courage, personal strength and resilience in dealing with issues that may be difficult, distressing and/or frustrating. An excellent facilitator, who can make everyone feel confident and safe enough to share their views, challenge the views of others, and then reach a joint decision. The ability to chair meetings. This includes planning the agenda, ensuring balanced input from all members, ensuring clarity about decisions and actions agreed, and following up to make sure agreed actions are carried out in line with Board decisions. A commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EEDI) and trauma informed practice. In addition, the following would be of benefit but not essential: Current knowledge of DA policy, practices and culture and how these affect partner relationships and charity impact. Personal experience of domestic abuse or its impact. Remuneration The role of Chair of Trustees is not remunerated, you are asked to volunteer your services and commit your time pro bono. However, trustees are entitled to have their expenses met from the funds of the charity. Time Commitment The position of Chair of Trustees is not a management post and the Chair of Trustees should not be involved in operational leadership and decisions. However, the Chair of Trustees is likely to be in touch with the CEO on a regular basis providing support to them in their leadership and also with individual trustees, particularly sub-group Chairs. It is difficult to define a time commitment but this role should take no more than the equivalent of half a working day (3.5 hours) a week , although this will vary with the Board schedule and not be consistent. Restrictions Applications are welcome from anyone who is passionate about the Charity’s objectives, and who is legally entitled to be a Charity Trustee under the terms of the Charities Act, either as a co-Chair or as a sole-Chair of Trustees. Applicants attention is drawn to the Charity Commission guidance at https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66290919b0ace32985a7e6c3/CC3_feb24.pdf and various other .gov.uk pages. How to apply To apply, please send a copy of your latest CV together with a supporting statement (no more than one side of A4) explaining your motivations for applying for the role, how your skills, knowledge and experience match the role outline and what you can additionally bring to the role. To ensure fairness to all applicants, any decision to interview will be based solely on the information that you supply on your CV and supporting statement. Therefore, it is important you give as much information as possible regarding why you wish to apply and what you think makes you a suitable applicant. Completed applications should be sent by email to: joanna@voicescharity.org and helen@voicescharity.org . CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 28 June 2024 We anticipate that only one round of interviews will be required but given a close working relationship with the CEO is such an important part of the post, shortlisted candidates will be invited to meet with the CEO prior to formal interview. Any offer of appointment is conditional on the following: i) Satisfactory responses from reference requests; ii) basic DBS disclosure. < All Jobs CHAIR OF TRUSTEES Salary: 0 Hours: 3.5 hours a week Contract Type: Part time Location: Work from home Close Date: Friday, 28 June 2024 Email Contact: joanna@voicescharity.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job