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Great Western Credit Union Brief Description of Organisation Great Western Credit Union provides fair and affordable financial services to people living or working in the South West, from Bristol to Bournemouth, to Swindon to Yeovil. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Great Western Credit Union provides fair and affordable financial services to people living or working in the South West, from Bristol to Bournemouth, to Swindon to Yeovil. Better off together We became Great Western Credit Union after a successful merger between Bristol Credit Union and Wyvern Savings & Loans Credit Union. We are now the largest credit union in the region, helping thousands of people across the South West access an attractive range of alternative, low-cost financial services. Great Western Credit Union exists to create a new way of banking: That’s fairer More inclusive Makes our local economies and communities stronger We’re 100% committed to improving your financial wellbeing whether it is providing affordable loans or giving you a safe place to save. That’s why we hold a top, 5-star rating from the Fairbanking Foundation for our personal loans. None of this could happen without you. You make it all possible, simply by coming together with other members to bank with us. Great Western Credit Union Brief Description of Organisation Great Western Credit Union provides fair and affordable financial services to people living or working in the South West, from Bristol to Bournemouth, to Swindon to Yeovil. Visit WebSite

Bath Cricket Club Brief Description of Organisation In 2003 we became a registered charity geared towards giving back through cricket. Whether that’s through our outreach into local schools, supporting parents in the school holidays or launching an international career, we’re continually investing in the future of the community. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation From our home in the heart of the historic city of Bath, we’ve spent the last 164 years building a sustainable cricket club for the whole community. Nurturing young talent and promoting the game across local schools and clubs, we’re committed to inspiring new passions in the next generation. Today the Club has around 250 members (70 senior and 180 junior) where regardless of ability, participation is encouraged to enjoy an acitive and healthy life on and off the pitch and hopefully engage and contribute to clubs many activities . Our team of coaches are committed to providing high quality winter and summer cricket programmes for all – from our entry level ECB All Stars programme for children (52 in 2024) in school years 1-3 to our young players with aspirations to become full-time professional cricketers and of course our 'cricket for life' members who play for the love of the game! ECB Dynamos (49 in 2024) allows junior players to make the leap to Hardball cricket to our Under 10's with a full fixture list of competitive league, cup and friendly matches to suit all ages and levels of ability. In total there are 9 age-group youth squads (U11, U13 and U15) for boys and girls and many of our young cricketers play at district and county level. 2023 welcomed the start of a fully structured and supported U19 team utilizing the enthusiasm of both players and parent volunteers to build a strong bridge into senior cricket. A partnership started in 2001 with Somerset Wanderers Ladies Cricket Club, and this led to a merger which places the Club at the leading edge of female community cricket development who now particpate in the newly formed Women's West of England Premier League . The West of England Premier League is also the platform for our mens 1st and 2nd X i along with the National Club Championship and National Twenty20 Championship. We are proud and privileged to have won national and regional tites across the club over the last 49 years. The Club has extensive links and partnerships with local schools, other clubs and the county boards of Somerset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. In 2003 we became a registered charity and as a charity, everything we do is geared towards giving back. Whether that’s through our outreach into local schools, or by providing a world-class platform to launch an international career, we’re continually investing in the future of the community we share. And in 2018, we received Clubmark Accreditation, in recognition of the safe, family-friendly environment we’ve created. Thanks to the development of new student accommodation on site, 2022 laucned and exciting new chapter for Bath Cricket Club. This project allowed us to invest in an improved three lane indoor facility, across both our cricket grounds, as well as in new activities and programmes for the benefit of all. We hope to expand our activities in the next five years to create a hub that can include a greater spread of the community and provide activities that encourage heathy and active lifestyles to assist with sustaining both body and mind and remaining social connected through out the year. Bath Cricket Club Brief Description of Organisation In 2003 we became a registered charity geared towards giving back through cricket. Whether that’s through our outreach into local schools, supporting parents in the school holidays or launching an international career, we’re continually investing in the future of the community. Visit WebSite

Autistic Eye CIC Brief Description of Organisation ‘Autistic Eye’ is a not-for-profit community interest company founded in 2013 and provides an opportunity for people on the Autistic Spectrum to sell their artwork and share it in a positive and insightful way. Our tagline is 'seeing things differently' and that's what we're all about. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Join us in celebrating the talents of artists with Autism. ‘Autistic Eye’ is a not-for-profit community interest company founded in 2013 and provides an opportunity for people on the Autistic Spectrum to sell their artwork and share it in a positive and insightful way. Our tagline is 'seeing things differently' and that's what we're all about. Seeing things differently – Autism has been called ‘the hidden disability’ because it does not have obvious physical characteristics or features. This can make situations difficult for people with Autism and their families, because other people sometimes think that children with autism are‘naughty’ and adults with autism are ‘odd’. Through ‘Autistic Eye’ we appreciate people with Autism and find positive features about the disabilityand those affected by it. Join us in ‘seeing things differently’ and help change the lives of people with autism. Autistic Eye CIC Brief Description of Organisation ‘Autistic Eye’ is a not-for-profit community interest company founded in 2013 and provides an opportunity for people on the Autistic Spectrum to sell their artwork and share it in a positive and insightful way. Our tagline is 'seeing things differently' and that's what we're all about. Visit WebSite

Job opportunity at Clean Slate Training & Employment CIC - Community Tutors Previous Job Next Job Community Tutors Hybrid working: from Quids In Centres and from home Part time £165 half day / £285 full day Travel and lunch covered Clean Slate Training & Employment is a fast-growing social enterprise, facing up to the challenge of a spiralling cost-of-living crisis for hard-pressed households across the country. Last year, we enabled 3,000 people to share around £1.75 million by helping them increase their income and reduce expenditure. Now we are recruiting for a Community Tutor to join our brilliant team. You will deliver our training programmes online and in our Quids In Centres in East London, Bath, Bristol and Wales as required. Our Peer Workers and Clean Slate's Elements coach will be available to support you onsite and online. Our Tutors work with people struggling with their finances: daunted by the cost of living crisis and at risk of debt, rent arears and potentially homelessness. You will support them to build their skills, take control of their finances and, at their own pace, find employment. This involves facilitating our one-day 3 Bs money skills training, and our two-day 7 Signs employment skills training. The training is interactive giving participants the tools they need to identify and overcome any barriers to take control of their finances and find work or better work. You will need to be willing to travel to our training venues, ideally with your own transport. To succeed, you will be a great communicator with a natural coaching style and the ability to provide a service that is welcoming to all. You will have insight into the needs of vulnerable people from diverse backgrounds and understand the importance of confidentiality when working with personal information. You must be a competent user of Google/Office packages and web-based facilities, and an organised administrator. You will need a PGCE or equivalent teaching qualification, an understanding of discrimination, equality and diversity issues, including those not set out in law such as the ‘poverty premium’. The ability to speak Bengali, Polish, Romanian, Ukrainian or the language of another group affected by financial and digital exclusion would be an advantage. Sharing our values is essential, however. Can you join us in this promise to the parts of our community experiencing hardship: cleanslateltd.co.uk/our-promise Your home must be in the UK as Clean Slate is not able to take on the administration of tax etc in jurisdictions outside the UK. Likewise you must already have the right to work in the UK as Clean Slate is not in a position to sponsor applicants to gain the right to work here. The rate of pay for this job is £165 per half day and £285 per full day. Our culture is open and we encourage everyone to contribute to the direction of the organisation. If this sounds like a role where you could flourish, please apply by the end of Sunday 23 October 2022. < All Jobs Community Tutors Salary: £165 half day / £285 full day Hours: Variable Contract Type: Part time Location: Online, Bath, Bristol, Gloucestershire, London, Wales Close Date: Sunday, 23 October 2022 Email Contact: careers@cleanslateltd.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Young Carers Development Trust Brief Description of Organisation YCDT supports young carers who are providing a ‘significant level of care’ for a disabled or seriously ill family member by offering 4 years of support starting prior to GCSEs through to the first year of university or equivalent. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation About Us The Young Carers Development Trust (YCDT) aims to inspire young carers in the South-West and beyond to improve their futures by offering them sustained and targeted support over a period of four years so they can pursue their career ambitions through education, training and readiness for employment. Research published by the Carers Trust shows that over 73% of young carers take time off school, equating to an average of 10 weeks a year. Our strategy is to assist and support young carers who are providing a “significant level of care” for a disabled or seriously ill family member, resulting in much poorer outcomes for their own health and future expectations. We do this by providing support that will develop the young carers skills and capabilities which will enable them to have the same opportunities in life as their non caring peers. We want young carers to recognise the unique transferable skills they have gained through being a young carer and to use this to pursue their education and career ambitions. Our Work The Young Carers Development Trust plans to increase the number of young carers taken on year by year, with 12 new young carers in 2022. Our approach is to work with the local commissioned carer support services to identify and refer talented young carers who would be unlikely to succeed without targeted support from YCDT. Young carers start with us as they enter Year 11, prior to GCSEs, through to the end of the first year of post formal education. Each young carer is matched to a volunteer mentor who offers sustained support, encouragement and advice for the whole 4 years. Alongside this our provision can include books, tuition, equipment (such as laptops), visits to universities and work experience. The first year of university, or college, is especially difficult for young carers and the build-up, such as setting up alternative care, can be utterly overwhelming. To date, we have supported 34 young carers in the South West. “Thank you for everything you’ve done for me. I know I wouldn’t be where I am now if it wasn’t for YCDT. ” Sammy cares for his visually impaired mother. With YCDT’s support Sammy is now studying Business Management at UWE. One of the key principles of our work is that our young carers are then supported to become leaders and role models for those in similar circumstances. As they progress, we facilitate opportunities for these young carers to tell their stories as an inspiration not only to other young carers, but also to local youth groups and schools thus extending knowledge and understanding within the wider community. Our project is entirely unique. It was developed following the incredibly low statistics of young carers accessing further education. Our understanding, on the basis of extensive research, is that there is no other charity attempting to replace the lost education and therefore the future of young carers. The Young Carers A young carers childhood will be very different to their peers, the parent and child roles are often reversed: the child plans and cooks the meals; gets the parent up; washes them; gets the siblings to school (including feeding them, dressing them, making packed lunches); provides medication (including injections) and keeps the house clean. YCDTs young carers often come from extremely challenging backgrounds and in addition to their caring roles have to cope with parental substance misuse, domestic abuse and extreme poverty. Many young carers miss out on basic education because of their caring roles (for example numerous trips to hospital during the school day). Young adult carers are 4 times more likely to drop out of university and on average obtain 9 grades lower overall. As a direct result of YCDT support, 80% of our young carers have attended or are attending university. The career paths of the remaining 20% includes starting their own successful businesses and taking alternative routes such as a carpentry apprenticeship. Given the challenges these young people face, combining their time-consuming caring roles with time and dedication required to study, these results are amazing. 100% of our young carers are in EET (Education, Employment or Training). “I am incredibly grateful for all that the YCDT have done for me. I would not have achieved all that I have without their support .” Alise, a young carer for her mother since age 11, is studying at Oxford University Young Carers Development Trust Brief Description of Organisation YCDT supports young carers who are providing a ‘significant level of care’ for a disabled or seriously ill family member by offering 4 years of support starting prior to GCSEs through to the first year of university or equivalent. Visit WebSite

KS2Bath Brief Description of Organisation Do you have a relative or friend with mental health difficulties? Do you support them? If so, you are a carer, and this group is for you! We are a peer support group for carers of people with mental health difficulties.Meet other people who face similar challenges as you, who can understand and support you. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Do you have a relative or friend with mental health difficulties? Do you support them? If so, you are a carer, and this group is for you! We are a peer support group for carers of people with mental health difficulties.Meet other people who face similar challenges as you, who can understand and support you. Who are we? We are a group of carers who support people with mental health difficulties, and are very aware of the problems that carers face. We know that not only does the person with the mental health difficulties face stigma and isolation, but so does the person caring for them. The carer is often left unsupported to deal with some difficult situations. As a peer support carers’ group, we can offer you support and understanding from people with experience of the difficulties you are facing. What can we offer? We can give you support and understanding from people who understand your situation as well as: Information on the changes currently taking place within the mental health services Access to training A chance to get involved and improve the services within mental health for service users and carers. Working together We believe in the principle of working together and have established strong links with other groups including the AWP. We are building relationships with the statutory mental health services and other services connected with mental health. We sit on many committees within the statutory mental health services representing carers, and ensuring that carers’ voices are recognised and heard. Come and meet us! We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Bath Carers’ Centre, The Woodlands, Lower Bristol Road, Bath BA2 9ES We meet in the evening between 7.00 and 9.00 P.M. to help fit in with your working day. Come along for a chat, have a tea or a coffee, and meet real people who know what you are going through. We look forward to seeing you there! We also have a “drop-in cafe” on 4th Monday of the month at the Green Park Brasserie, 6 Green Park Rd, Bath BA1 1JB Come and say hi. We’ll even buy you a drink! KS2Bath Brief Description of Organisation Do you have a relative or friend with mental health difficulties? Do you support them? If so, you are a carer, and this group is for you! We are a peer support group for carers of people with mental health difficulties.Meet other people who face similar challenges as you, who can understand and support you. Visit WebSite

The Hive Community Centre Brief Description of Organisation The Hive Community Centre is run by the residents of Peasedown St John through its Management Committee, to provide a safe space for our community to meet and play. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation The Hive Community Centre is run by the residents of Peasedown St John through its Management Committee and has three aims: Young People. We want to provide a vibrant space for young people in Peasedown St John, offering two sessions of open access youth work a week, along with other activities. Please see The Hive Youth webpage for further details. Room Hire. We want to hire out The Hive accommodation and its facilities, so residents can gather for sports, arts and crafts and other leisure activities, and also for business meetings, parties and receptions Community. We want The Hive to become a place where people can find help and support when they need it. So come and visit us for a coffee and find out what is going on at The Hive. There may well be something of interest to you that you could join, or you could start your own group and we can support you to do that. The Hive Community Centre Brief Description of Organisation The Hive Community Centre is run by the residents of Peasedown St John through its Management Committee, to provide a safe space for our community to meet and play. Visit WebSite

Homeshare West Brief Description of Organisation Homeshare West is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people who need some help to live independently at home and those who need low-cost accommodation. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Homeshare West is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people who need some help to live independently at home and those who need low-cost accommodation. We’ve been matching Householders with Sharers in Bath and Bristol since 1999. Our detailed interview and matching process has brought many people together over the years, into harmonious and mutually beneficial living arrangements. Some Householders, struggling by themselves, may feel forced to give up their independence and move into sheltered accommodation. Homesharing offers a low cost alternative. Homesharing matches someone who needs a small amount of help to live independently in their own home with someone who has a housing need and can provide appropriate support and companionship. The Householder provides a bedroom and shared facilities free of charge to a reliable younger adult, usually aged over 30 (we call this person the Sharer). In exchange, this person will sleep in the home overnight and carry out agreed household tasks. The Sharer gets a low cost, rent-free room with no bills in a comfortable and safe home environment. They are happy to give the Householder 10 hours of their time each week. The Householder remains independent and has the reassurance that the Sharer is there overnight, willing to help out with those daily tasks that are becoming unmanageable. Homesharing is about friendship, mutual respect and support. The costs are minimal. The Householder and Sharer benefit from each others’ company, gaining security and independence in equal measures. Homeshare West Brief Description of Organisation Homeshare West is a not-for-profit organisation supporting people who need some help to live independently at home and those who need low-cost accommodation. Visit WebSite

Bath Skate Collective Brief Description of Organisation Our aim is to provide a safe, inclusive indoor space where young people can develop their skills in skateboarding under the guidance of fully certified professional instructors, in partnership with Skate GB. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Our aim is to provide a safe, inclusive indoor space where young people can develop their skills in skateboarding under the guidance of fully certified professional instructors, in partnership with Skate GB. This secure environment encourages not only physical development but also fosters confidence, resilience, and cognitive abilities such as focus and problem-solving—skills that benefit both individuals and the community at large. In addition to skateboarding, we will offer a range of creative workshops and collaborate with other organizations to promote arts, music, and various outlets for self-expression. These activities will provide young people with a space to socialize, learn, and connect, contributing to their mental and physical wellbeing while strengthening community ties. By nurturing personal growth and encouraging positive social interactions, our facility will have a lasting impact on the overall health and well-being of the community. Bath Skate Collective Brief Description of Organisation Our aim is to provide a safe, inclusive indoor space where young people can develop their skills in skateboarding under the guidance of fully certified professional instructors, in partnership with Skate GB. Visit WebSite

deafPLUS Brief Description of Organisation In a perfect society, deaf people would be able to readily access mainstream services and have equal opportunities to their hearing peers. However, this is not the case. This is why deafPLUS exists. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation In a perfect society, deaf people would be able to readily access mainstream services and have equal opportunities to their hearing peers. However, this is not the case. This is why deafPLUS exists. Our vision is an accessible world for deaf people, with barriers to participation and opportunity removed. Our mission is to empower deaf people to take control of their own lives, by developing their potential and supporting them to achieve independence. We depend on your support to help us build an inclusive world for deaf people by offering the following services: Information and Advice - We provide one-to-one confidential Information and Advice services in person and through our Advice Line. Advocacy - We support you to speak out to ensure your views are heard and represented Independent Living - Helping deaf and visually impaired people to choose equipment that will help them in their daily routines, and also help keep them safe deafPLUS Advice Line - Using existing popular technologies such as Skype, Zoom and Facetime, we deliver advice on a wide range of topics. Health and Wellbeing - We help overcome social isolation by providing social and cultural opportunities thereby improving integration Training - Living with Hearing Loss is designed to support older people to manage the difficulties experienced by losing their hearing through the ageing process. Hearing Loss Support - We offer lipreading classes to support people that are losing their hearing Deaf/Blind VI Support - Providing services for the needs of people facing sight loss deafPLUS Brief Description of Organisation In a perfect society, deaf people would be able to readily access mainstream services and have equal opportunities to their hearing peers. However, this is not the case. This is why deafPLUS exists. Visit WebSite

Music For Miniatures Brief Description of Organisation Music for Miniatures was 'born' in 2014 to give parents and carers a chance to enjoy high quality live classical in the company of their babies/toddlers/pre-schoolers without having to worry about wriggly bottoms, crawling around or the odd squeal. "Amazing music in a relaxed atmosphere" pretty much sums up Music for Miniatures. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation With two young children of her own, professional oboist and pianist Julie Payne felt there were no opportunities to take her children to local concerts where it didn't matter if her 18 month old wandered around and her 4 year old asked loud questions. Music for Miniatures was 'born' in 2014 to give parents and carers a chance to enjoy high quality live classical in the company of their babies/toddlers/pre-schoolers without having to worry about wriggly bottoms, crawling around or the odd squeal. "Amazing music in a relaxed atmosphere" pretty much sums up Music for Miniatures. Julie believes that children should be exposed to high quality, live music from a very early age and that concert-going should be as common as swimming lessons for young children to help inspire them, encourage creativity and help them to listen with open ears. Music for Miniatures started in 2014, became a CIC in 2016 and a CIO and Registered Charity in 2019. We are proud to provide live music for children and families across the south west region and beyond. Music for Miniatures is for YOU and your little one. It is a series of short live concerts specifically designed for parents, grandparents and carers to enjoy in the company of babies, toddlers and young children (aged 0-4). Performed by professional musicians, we showcase a huge variety of music and instruments with classical music, folk, world and jazz. And yes, you'll love it! The best thing about a Music for Miniatures concert is… we don’t mind noise! Babies can sleep, cry, babble and crawl whilst toddlers are free to and enjoy in their own way without being told to “ssh”. Older little ones can dance, play air-instruments and we don’t even mind if the audience needs a nap! We know that it can be difficult to find something everyone can enjoy together. Our concerts leave the participation up to you. You can sit and snuggle or get up and dance. There's no pre-learnt routines/songs and definitely never any 'Wheels on the bus"! At a Music for Miniatures concert you can experience the magic of live music with your little one and enjoy it together. Music For Miniatures Brief Description of Organisation Music for Miniatures was 'born' in 2014 to give parents and carers a chance to enjoy high quality live classical in the company of their babies/toddlers/pre-schoolers without having to worry about wriggly bottoms, crawling around or the odd squeal. "Amazing music in a relaxed atmosphere" pretty much sums up Music for Miniatures. Visit WebSite

Keynsham and Saltford Dementia Action Alliance Brief Description of Organisation Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance is a group located in Keynsham and is registered with the Alzheimer’s Society. It has been established with a view to making Keynsham and Saltford dementia friendly. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance is a group located in Keynsham and is registered with the Alzheimer’s Society. It has been established with a view to making Keynsham and Saltford dementia friendly. The term “dementia” describes a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem solving or language. Dementia is caused when the brain is damaged by diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease or a series of strokes. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia but not all dementia is due to Alzheimer’s. Keynsham and Saltford Dementia Action Alliance Brief Description of Organisation Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance is a group located in Keynsham and is registered with the Alzheimer’s Society. It has been established with a view to making Keynsham and Saltford dementia friendly. Visit WebSite

WECIL Brief Description of Organisation We are a Bristol based, award winning user led organisation, dedicated to supporting disabled people. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation WECIL (The West of England Centre for Inclusive Living) is a charity run by and for disabled people in Bristol and the surrounding areas. We offer a range of services which support over 4,000 disabled people every year – in all different areas of their lives. Together, these combine to provide a holistic package of support, uniquely tailored to the individual, and working to enable disabled people to have more choice and control over their lives. WECIL Brief Description of Organisation We are a Bristol based, award winning user led organisation, dedicated to supporting disabled people. Visit WebSite

Bath Recreation Limited Brief Description of Organisation Bath Recreation is a local charity who are passionate about providing opportunities for the local community to engage in sport and recreation. We believe recreation is a key component to bringing communities together and fostering positive lifestyles. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Bath Recreation is a local charity who are passionate about providing opportunities for the local community to engage in sport and recreation. We believe recreation is a key component to bringing communities together and fostering positive lifestyles. We currently manage three sites, The Bath Recreation Ground, The Glasshouse Playing Fields and Broadmoor Lane Orchard and Play Area. We are located in the very centre of the beautiful world heritage city of Bath, Bath Recreation plays a valuable role at the heart of the community, providing for a wide range of sporting and recreational activities and events. Objectives The provision, with or without charge, of property in or near Bath (including, but not limited to, the Bath Recreation Ground) for use as indoor and outdoor recreational facilities for the benefit of the public. These objectives are now replicated for the Charitable Company. Future Plans We are a dynamic charity and have made an exciting journey over the past 5 years. We hope to continue our growth for the future and welcome relationships with new partners in the bid to develop opportunities for further community engagement promoting positive lifestyles for people in and near Bath. Bath Recreation Limited Brief Description of Organisation Bath Recreation is a local charity who are passionate about providing opportunities for the local community to engage in sport and recreation. We believe recreation is a key component to bringing communities together and fostering positive lifestyles. Visit WebSite

Bath Allotments Association Brief Description of Organisation We are an independent organisation that supports allotment holders and leisure gardeners in the area. Support ranges from providing discounted seeds and supplies from the Trading Hut to supporting campaigns to save allotments eg Combe Down allotments. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation We currently have approx 666 members and have 26 site reps supporting those members across the city. We have a committee of Chair, Treasurer, Membership Secretary, Secretary, Trading Hut buyer and sales and communications (vacant). We support our tenants by providing a voice with the council, access to the Trading Hut for discounted seeds and gardening supplies and provision of funds for small capital projects. This year - 2024 - we have received CIL funding for our Water My Plot project which has objectives of improving water harvesting and storage, improving biodiversity on allotments and moving towards regenerative gardening - we have run a number of sessions and workshops both online and at Alice Park and Urban Garden. Bath Allotments Association Brief Description of Organisation We are an independent organisation that supports allotment holders and leisure gardeners in the area. Support ranges from providing discounted seeds and supplies from the Trading Hut to supporting campaigns to save allotments eg Combe Down allotments. Visit WebSite

SOMER VALLEY TENNIS Brief Description of Organisation Our aim at Somer Valley Tennis is to provide anyone from any background and any ability with the affordable means to play tennis, at whatever level suits them and most importantly provide a safe and fun environment to play a great sport. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation If you are thinking of starting a new sport, returning back to tennis or wanting to improve your game, then Somer Valley Tennis can help you achieve your goals. Our members have extensive access to four all weather indoor courts at Writhlignton Sports Centre and four outdoor courts at Dragonfly Leisure; the tennis centre provides a unique opportunity to play tennis come rain or shine! Plus we have many other great court venues and partnerships in the Somer Valley area to play tennis. If you need a tennis court or tennis coaching, we can help you find what you need. SOMER VALLEY TENNIS Brief Description of Organisation Our aim at Somer Valley Tennis is to provide anyone from any background and any ability with the affordable means to play tennis, at whatever level suits them and most importantly provide a safe and fun environment to play a great sport. Visit WebSite

Job opportunity at Age UK BANES - Energy Adviser Previous Job Next Job Main Purpose of the Job: As an Energy Advisor, you will be a part of Age UK Banes Information & Advice Team. Your role will be to provide accurate and high-quality information and advice to older adults and those supporting them, empowering them to make informed decisions and access vital services. You will deliver advice through a variety of channels, including in-person appointments, telephone enquiries, and home visits. Your role is crucial in ensuring that service users receive timely support, while maintaining accurate records and contributing to the overall success of the Information & Advice service. You will work closely with the Information & Advice team leadership who oversee the daily operations and quality assurance of the service. You will also support the Supervisor in ensuring that the service meets Age UK’s quality standards and contributes to the organisation’s mission of creating an age-friendly community. Your commitment to delivering quality services will reflect our three organisational goals, including: 1. We Enable : Our goal is to enable older people to live their lives on their own terms, with dignity, respect, and independence. Creating an age-friendly community that is supportive of older people 2. We Influence : Our goal is to create an age-friendly community that is supportive of older people. 3. We Provide : Our goal is to provide high-quality services that older people have identified as being required. Key Responsibilities: Frontline Service Delivery: Provide high-quality information and advice directly to older adults and their carers through various channels such as telephone enquiries, drop-in sessions, and home visits. Tailor your advice to each individual’s needs, ensuring it is accurate, relevant, and up to date. Collaborate with the Community Wellbeing Hub to refer service users to additional support and resources where appropriate, ensuring they have access to a comprehensive range of services. Client Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and confidential records of all client interactions, ensuring that case notes are entered promptly into the organisation’s client management system (CRM). Follow the organisation’s data protection policies and ensure that all records meet the standards set by Age UK B&NES and the Community Wellbeing Hub. Provide timely updates and statistics to the Information & Advice Supervisor to support service evaluation and improvement efforts. Service Quality and Compliance: Adhere to the procedures and guidelines provided by the Information & Advice Senior Lead, ensuring that all advice given meets Age UK’s national quality standards and complies with organisational policies. Regularly review your own performance and quality of advice, and provide feedback to the Senior Lead to help improve service delivery. Collaborate with the Community Wellbeing Hub to ensure the advice provided is consistent with the Hub’s broader objectives and quality standards. Collaboration with the Supervisor: Work closely with the Information & Advice Supervisor and Senior Lead to ensure that the day-to-day operations of the service run smoothly. Report any challenges, successes, or feedback from service users to the Supervisor or Senior Lead, contributing to continuous service improvement. Collaborate with the Supervisor to ensure that the service provided is consistent with the goals of the organisation and integrates effectively with the Community Wellbeing Hub. Publicity and Promotion: Support the promotion of the Information & Advice service by participating in community outreach, fundraising, and promotional events. Act as a positive representative of Age UK B&NES and the Community Wellbeing Hub, ensuring that service users are aware of the full range of available services and resources. General Duties: Engage in regular training and development opportunities to ensure that your knowledge and skills remain current. Attend staff meetings, away days, and other events as required. Provide occasional relief cover for reception or other duties as needed. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and support the Supervisor in maintaining a safe working environment, following any guidance provided by the Community Wellbeing Hub where applicable. The above items outline the main duties and responsibilities of the post and are designed to give an accurate flavour of the nature and scope of this post. However, they do not represent an inclusive list of all the duties required. COMPETENCIES · Empowerment: We believe in empowering older people to live their lives on their own terms, with dignity, respect, and independence. · Inclusion: We believe in working with older people to create a diverse and inclusive community, where everyone can participate and contribute. We challenge ageism wherever we find it, and work to promote positive images of aging. · Collaboration: We believe in working collaboratively with older people and others, to create positive change and achieve our shared goals. Quality: We are committed to delivering high-quality services that meet the identified needs and priorities of older people, and to continuously improving our practices and processes. · Accountability: We are accountable to the older people we serve, our community, our funders, and our stakeholders, and we are committed to being transparent and responsible in our actions. Relevant Functional /Technical Skills or Industry Experience Essential Good standard of education demonstrating excellent numeracy, literacy. Fluent in English. Good IT / computer skills. Competent using Microsoft 365 and Outlook Awareness of the complex needs of deprived areas and the roles the public, private and voluntary sectors play in supporting and tackling them. The ability to work with older people and their support network and have an empathy and understanding of working with vulnerable households, low income and/other protected and/disadvantaged groups. Excellent time management skills and able to meet deadlines, and keep calm under pressure. Self-motivated to achieve success & ability to inspire and motivate others. Tact and diplomacy when liaising with a wide range of organisations and communities. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Able to competently utilise databases for case recording and record management. Commitment to the aims, objectives and policies of Age UK B&NES. Commitment to promoting and supporting equality and diversity. < All Jobs Energy Adviser Salary: £ 15,648.36 (£26,080.60 FTE) Hours: 21 Contract Type: Part time Location: Hybrid Close Date: Monday, 12 January 2026 Email Contact: louise.judge@ageukbanes.co.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

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