The SU Bath Brief Description of Organisation The SU is the body of students at the University of Bath. We believe that when students come together, they can shape the communities they are part of for the better. Through our student leaders and elected representatives, we grow and support communities of students as they provide opportunities for others and change the world around us for the better. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation The SU is the body of students at the University of Bath. We believe that when students come together, they can shape the communities they are part of for the better. Through our student leaders and elected representatives, we grow and support communities of students as they provide opportunities for others and change the world around us for the better. Together we: Promote student interest and welfare Provide support and advice Represent the student community with the University and others Provide social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities. How we do this is through student-led: Voice – helping students stand up, speak up and make their voice heard Experiences – making friends and memories that last a lifetime Groups - broadening horizons with our communities of students Support – providing advice and support on student life Development - developing the skills students need to lead and change Our work is overseen by an independent board made up of six elected student officers, two independent students and five external independent trustees. The SU is funded by a grant from the University of Bath, membership income and the commercial revenue that we generate through our range of student spaces and services. The SU Bath Brief Description of Organisation The SU is the body of students at the University of Bath. We believe that when students come together, they can shape the communities they are part of for the better. Through our student leaders and elected representatives, we grow and support communities of students as they provide opportunities for others and change the world around us for the better. Visit WebSite

American Museum & Gardens Brief Description of Organisation Heritage Attraction with museum, gardens, exhibition gallery, Deli, retail spaces, venues for hire. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Positioned in a gorgeous setting, the American Museum and Gardens was created by an Anglo-American couple, Dallas Pratt and John Judkyn, and opened to the public in 1961 with the ambition to showcase American decorative arts and dispel stereotypes of American culture. Today our estate is composed of: Museum – located in a Grade I listed building, the Museum features collections from the United States where you can visit room sets that recreate periods of American history giving the feeling that someone has just stepped out, as well as our world-renowned folk art, quilt and map collections. Exhibition Gallery – houses our shop, where you can find unique American products, and a gallery with a rotating programme of temporary exhibitions showcasing different links to American culture such as dinosaurs, photography, fashion, American music, history and travel. Gardens – Grade II listed and set on 125 acres of green, rolling topography with stunning views across the valleys. Featuring designs by famous American landscape architectural firm Oehme Van Sweden (OVS), the gardens represent some of the most iconic movements in American landscape design and include the New American Garden, Mount Vernon – which is a replica from George Washington’s famous house outside Washington, DC – a dell, an arboretum, amphitheatre and children’s garden along with a wilderness trail and parklands for further exploration. Stables and Coach House – spaces where we host school and community groups, public events and private hire such as weddings and conferences. During school holidays and on weekends, we also offer a range of activities and crafts for families. American Garden Deli – includes a terrace with panoramic views over the Limpley Stoke Valley, serving a range of homemade American inspired food and drink using, wherever possible, produce grown in our own gardens. American Museum & Gardens Brief Description of Organisation Heritage Attraction with museum, gardens, exhibition gallery, Deli, retail spaces, venues for hire. Visit WebSite

Forget Me Not Familiar Friends CIC Brief Description of Organisation Dementia Day Club Visit Website Full Description of Organisation To provide opportunities for older people living with Dementia or long-term conditions to engage in social activities and reduce social isolation. To provide day services for people living with Dementia or long-term conditions within the Bath & Northeast Somerset area. To promote and deliver services to the rural areas of Bath & North East Somerset which will benefit older people living with Dementia or long term conditions. By raising awareness and supporting other groups and activities which support our charities purpose. By providing and supporting groups which offer support to carers with access to information and services to allow them to continue with their caring role Forget Me Not Familiar Friends CIC Brief Description of Organisation Dementia Day Club Visit WebSite

The Care Forum Brief Description of Organisation TCF works to promote health and wellbeing for all and to challenge inequalities in health and social care policy and services. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation TCF specialises in the field of health and social care, providing services to individuals, representing the views of communities and diverse groups of users, and supporting the voluntary and community sector to provide and influence health and social care interventions. Our Top Three Values are: Empowering: we remove barriers and give people a voice Influencing: we shape and create change that matters Collaborating: we bring people, communities and organisations together for a purpose The Care Forum Brief Description of Organisation TCF works to promote health and wellbeing for all and to challenge inequalities in health and social care policy and services. Visit WebSite

Shared Lives Brief Description of Organisation The Shared Lives Scheme is an adult placement service which bridges the gap between supported living accommodation and living within a family environment. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation The Shared Lives Scheme is an adult placement service which bridges the gap between supported living accommodation and living within a family environment. This service is for anyone with a GP registered in the Bath and North East Somerset area who has a Learning Disability or who has been diagnosed on the Autistic Spectrum Condition and is aged 18 and over. You must be entitled to a Personal Budget to pay for your support, or classed as a Self-Funder to pay directly for this. We support you to develop your independence, to join in activities which will help you meet new people and to make new friends and become more involved in the community. We link you with Shared Lives Carers who have many skills and interests. You will meet your Carer, and get to know them first to ensure you are matched to someone who you feel you will get along with. Shared Lives Carers are ordinary people living in (or near to) Bath and North East Somerset and are supported by the Shared Lives Scheme. They have the training and are fully assessed, including checks and references, before they become Carers. We are registered with CQC to provide personal care. We can offer: Full-Time Placements: Where you choose to live with a Shared Lives Carer in their home. This can be for a few months, or for longer. Overnight Respite: Regular short breaks away from your family home in the local community. Daytime Support: Support in the Carers home, and within the local community. How do I access this service? Referrals are accepted from: Your Social Worker/Support Service Coordinator in the Social Care Team Yourself (if you are a Self-Funder) Once you have been referred to the service, a member of the team will contact you and your Social Worker/ Support Service Coordinator to arrange an appointment to identify your needs and the service we can offer. What does this service cost? You must be entitled to a Personal Budget to pay for your support, or be classed as a Self-Funder to pay directly for this. Rainbow Resource You can access information on what services children, young people and their families can expect from a range of local agencies – including education, health and social care providers and voluntary organisations using the Bath and North East Somerset Local Offer website – the Rainbow Resource. Shared Lives Brief Description of Organisation The Shared Lives Scheme is an adult placement service which bridges the gap between supported living accommodation and living within a family environment. Visit WebSite

Job opportunity at SWALLOW - Work Skills Senior Previous Job Next Job SWALLOW is a charity, based in Midsomer Norton, supporting teenagers and adults with learning disabilities. Experienced individual required to support SWALLOW’s members into work and develop employment and trading opportunities within SWALLOW. Job description for Work Skills Senior Title: Work Skills Senior Salary: £13.72 per hour Hours of work: 15 hours per week Days of work: To be agreed Responsible to: Courses Manager Responsible for: Work Skills Tutors/Support Workers, Employment Support Co-ordinator, Members in supported Employment. Place of work: SWALLOW Office and across our service Job Purpose: The Work Skills Senior will provide management and leadership to the team responsible for supporting members into employment within SWALLOW, for all the work skills activities, apart from the SWALLOW cafes. They will be responsible for ensuring SWALLOW members get the opportunities to enhance their employability and to develop skills that will increase the likelihood to gain employment. The Work Skills Senior will act as an ambassador for SWALLOW. They will be responsible for ensuring good communication to facilitate new referrals and joint working and promote the benefits of employing people with learning disabilities to employers and the local community. Senior Responsibilities Manage and co-ordinate the smooth running of SWALLOW’s Work Skills services, apart from the two SWALLOW cafes. Develop and co-ordinate the trading operation of SWALLOW’s Work Skills services, including online sales and outside sales opportunities such as craft fairs and stalls. Promote the benefits of employing people with learning disabilities to employers. Work with other staff and external professionals to develop employment opportunities for SWALLOW members. Develop clear employment pathways for SWALLOW members attending work skills sessions, including CV preparation and applications and interview training. Together with the Courses Manager, deploy staff in a way that meets the needs of our members and maximises efficiency. Gather feedback from members that attend our work skills courses Support Employment Leaders in craft and horticulture Work Skills to carry out Risk Assessments for their individual groups/activities Other Responsibilities: To manage and oversee the support of individuals while they attend SWALLOW employment services. To work within an anti-discriminatory framework To encourage individuals to take responsibility for them selves To follow all SWALLOW’s policies and procedures and maintain professional standards at all times to contribute to the maintenance of safety, security and confidentiality standards To provide emotional support and advice to individuals and help them deal with their concerns, anxieties any disputes in a non-confrontational manner Keep accurate records and complete all necessary paperwork to ensure excellent communication. Participate in supervision and appraisal for self, and undertake self development by completing mandatory training. To support relief staff, students and trainees in practical ‘shadow’ training shifts when probation period is successfully completed Take on other tasks / duties for which you are competent and as deemed suitable by senior staff. Person specification for Work Skills Senior Essential qualities: Empathy with people with learning disabilities and an understanding of their potential capabilities. To be willing to listen to, respect, and respond to what people with learning disabilities say. Organisational skills and the ability to plan ahead and manage your time. To have a calm flexible approach and an ability to work as a member of a team as well as lone working. To have good communication skills and be willing to liaise with SWALLOW members, other staff members of the team, parents and potential employers/supporters. The ability to encourage and motivate people. To have a good understanding of equal opportunities. To be able to take responsibility and work on own initiative. Experience of supervising and managing a team of staff. Microsoft office skills including excel, outlook and word. To have a full driving licence and a car available to use for work purposes. Desirable qualities: Some experience of working with people with learning disabilities in a training/supporting role. To have the ability to communicate with people with learning disabilities in an accessible manner. To have some knowledge of local area. Some knowledge of legislation such as Health and Safety and Risk Assessments. To have experience of being part of a user led organisation. Have knowledge of the legislation involved in protecting vulnerable adults from abuse. Ability to display conflict resolution skills and effective negotiating skills 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 al 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 and 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 Work Skills Senior Salary: Starting Salary £13.72 per hour Hours: 15 hours per week: Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays flexible between hours of 9.00-17.00 Contract Type: Location: Midsomer Norton Close Date: Friday, 2 June 2023 Email Contact: swallowrecruitment@swallowcharity.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Stand Against Racism & Inequality (SARI) Brief Description of Organisation SARI provides free and confidential support for anyone who is a victim of hate crime. Whether that’s based on race, faith, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or sex. We also work to build greater understanding and respect for diversity and difference within our community. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation WHAT IS SARI? Stand Against Racism & Inequality (SARI) is a Bristol–based charity that supports victims of hate crime across Avon and Somerset. We have been working since 1991 to provide victims with emotional and practical support to help them overcome prejudice and injustice. WHAT IS A HATE CRIME? If someone is violent or hostile towards you, just because of who you are, who they think you are, or what you believe in, it’s a hate crime. And that’s against the law. Hate crimes can be because of your: • Ethnicity or race • Disability (including mental health) • Sexual orientation • Gender identity • Religion or belief • Age • Gender OUR SERVICES CASEWORK We offer free confidential emotional and practical support to victims of hate crime. There are many ways that SARI can support you: Help you cope with the emotional, physical and mental trauma caused by hate crime. Look into whether it’s possible to take legal action. Encourage other organisations to take action for you. Support you through any legal processes. Help you make complaints against businesses or organisations. Direct you to other services that may help you. Provide safety and security advice if you feel at risk. TRAINING We provide a range of different training experiences, from our ever-popular ‘Cultural Awareness Tour’ (which sees attendees visit places of worship, and take part in Q&A sessions with cultural and religious leaders), to more conventional training, including presentations, workshops and panel discussions. EDUCATION We deliver engaging and informative presentations to assemblies and classrooms. These sessions can be tailored to focus on a specific theme or issue if necessary. Stand Against Racism & Inequality (SARI) Brief Description of Organisation SARI provides free and confidential support for anyone who is a victim of hate crime. Whether that’s based on race, faith, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or sex. We also work to build greater understanding and respect for diversity and difference within our community. Visit WebSite

Job opportunity at Voices - Domestic Abuse Recovery Support Worker Previous Job Next Job Main duties: Develop joint personal recovery plans with VOICES clients, with named routes and goals for recovery from the impacts of domestic abuse, whether historic or current. Identify and assess risks, needs and wishes of people impacted by domestic abuse, using appropriate assessment tools where relevant. Facilitate access to groups - addressing any barriers to supporting clients, to maximise the positive impact of group work and peer support for clients. Duties and Responsibilities: Work with people impacted by historic or current domestic abuse to help them access services to keep themselves and their children safe and to recover and thrive after abuse. Manage a case load ensuring that each client receives the appropriate service tailored to their needs and wishes Advocate for people impacted by domestic abuse with agencies who can address their needs and wishes, by: Understanding the role of all relevant statutory and non-statutory services available to those impacted by domestic abuse and how your role fits into them. Providing advocacy, emotional, practical and trauma-informed support and information including that relating to legal options, housing, health and finance. Working directly with all key agency partners to challenge barriers to support and to further recovery goals Support the empowerment of clients and assist them in recognizing the features and dynamics of domestic abuse Promote and support survivor consultation in research and training, being mindful that safety and recovery of clients is always paramount. Understand the value of multi-agency working practices. In accordance with VOICES case management policy, being proactive with your line manager in carrying out periodic case reviews, with regard to risk management, VOICES’ ethos of trauma-informed working and client’s own joint personal recovery plan. Include and abide by current COVID-19 Health and Safety guidelines to keep clients and staff safe. Work creatively to provide services, e.g using outside spaces or remote support if preferred by clients. Feed back into monitoring and action plans re. progress, signposting or closure of cases. Provide feedback to clients and agencies. Help maintain accurate and confidential case management records and databases and contribute to monitoring information for VOICES. Comply with data protection legislation, confidentiality and information sharing policy and procedures and all legislation connected to your work. Support colleagues and partner agencies through awareness raising and institutional advocacy, to promote and provide the best possible service for those impacted by domestic abuse, and their active role within services and policy. Respect and value diversity and equality, recognising the needs and concerns of a diverse range of people impacted by domestic abuse and ensuring the service is accessible for all. Remain up to date and compliant with all organisational procedures, policies and professional codes of conduct and uphold standards of best practice. Engage with clinical and case management supervision provided by VOICES Be able to work within a small team responding to the needs of the charity, staff and clients with the ability to be flexible about tasks. Person specification Knowledge You are required to: Understand the nature of trauma and be able to apply this understanding when working with people impacted by domestic abuse, and/or be willing to complete relevant training. Have a good understanding of domestic abuse including the impact on victims, children, family and friends. Have an awareness and be willing to learn more about the civil and criminal justice remedies for victims of domestic abuse and their children Understand child protection and safeguarding issues and the legal responsibilities related to these. Understand the principles of risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for adults and children impacted by domestic abuse. Be aware of the remits and resources of relevant statutory bodies and voluntary agencies Understand and be committed to equal opportunities and diversity issues in policy and practice. Experience You are required to have experience of: Working with vulnerable people in a support or advocacy role, to include assessments, support planning, and referrals to other agencies. Managing a caseload Working within a multi-agency and legislative framework Group work experience and awareness of the benefits of peer support is desirable Skills/Qualifications You are required to: Have computer literacy skills and have some experience of working with databases. Have excellent communication, negotiation and advisory skills, both written and verbal when interacting with a range of agencies and individuals. Have the ability to maintain accurate records. Knowledge of the Benefits and Housing system is desirable. Qualifications related to social work, youth work, psychology or counselling, which would all be relevant to this role, would be desirable. Personal qualities You are required to: Be collaborative, compassionate and non-judgemental in working with people impacted by domestic abuse. Show initiative and be proactive when managing your case load and interacting with your clients and agencies you’re working with. Act with integrity and respect when working with all clients, agencies and individuals. Work flexibly as part of a team. Be optimistic about the possibility of personal growth and change. Motivate individuals and agencies to move through courses of action and decision-making processes Be committed to a strengths-based approach to working with clients. EEDI statement VOICES is a fully supportive of equality, equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from qualified people with protected characteristics and/or lived experience of domestic abuse. Funding for this role is provided by the B&NES Public Health Covid-19 Contain Outbreak Management Fund (COMF). < All Jobs Domestic Abuse Recovery Support Worker Salary: £22,000-£24,000 p.a. pro rata, dependent on experience Hours: 32 hours per week (job share considered) Contract Type: Location: BaNES area Close Date: Tuesday, 5 October 2021 Email Contact: kirsten@voicescharity.org < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Affordable Family Law Company Community Interest Company Brief Description of Organisation We are a Social Enterprise that supports separating families travelling through the legal system by providing legal support services that are affordable. We are improving the availability of legal support and information to all people considering or going through the journey of separation. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation We were concepted in 2011 and first created in February 2020 as BH Support, now part of the Affordable Family Law Group Community Interest Company. Our Mission is to provide legal support to all families, making a real social impact in our communities. Since our creation in 2020, we continue to support increasing numbers, ensuring you and your family are protected by the fullest of extent of the law along with planning your route to resolution. We are in Dorset, Buckinghamshire and Somerset and offer in person meetings in a confidential, safe space on the high street, we also offer remote appointments by telephone or video. Our family teams have experience both personally and professionally and can offer you practical, expert support as well as empathy and understanding, helping you to make the best decisions and provisions for you and your family. Whether you are considering a divorce, legal separation, or are facing a relationship breakdown, our teams can give you the support and guidance you need to get through this very difficult time. We know that working ‘with’ people, not just ‘for’ them, keeps our support affordable and ensures the best outcome for families and children within our community. We believe that a strong and mutually supportive community can help families and individuals lead better lives. The people around us can inspire us, give us opportunities, and restore a sense of belonging, and with support, empathy and the right guidance we are all better equipped to negotiate the most challenging of times and situations. Our top priority is to offer cost-effective, professional and friendly family law support no matter what your situation or needs, our family law team will work to ensure that we provide you with the best value for money. Affordable Family Law Company Community Interest Company Brief Description of Organisation We are a Social Enterprise that supports separating families travelling through the legal system by providing legal support services that are affordable. We are improving the availability of legal support and information to all people considering or going through the journey of separation. Visit WebSite

Job opportunity at Julian House - Weekend Hostel Support Worker Previous Job Next Job Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more. If you’d like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for! Job Role: Weekend Hostel Support Worker Salary: £3,718 per year (full-time equivalent £23,240) Hours: 6 hours per week, Saturday & Sunday, week one 08:00 - 11:00, week two 07:30 - 10:30 Contract type: Permanent Location: Bath Additional information: This role requires working Saturday & Sunday on a rota, for example week one you will work 08:00 - 11:00, and then week two your hours will be 07:30 - 10:30, the following week will be the week one hours and so forth. The Role: Join our fun and dynamic team who are committed to delivering person-centred support to the most vulnerable members of our community. At our Manvers Street Hostel, we offer a bustling environment dedicated to supporting individuals who are rough sleeping across Bath and North East Somerset. Our service operates round-the-clock, 365 days a year. We are currently seeking a dedicated Hostel Support Worker to join us for weekend shifts, working 3 hours each day on Saturdays and Sundays. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, then we want to hear from you! Responsibilities include: Give clients advice, and information and provide an enabling service so they can access the appropriate services Ensure all clients are provided with a high-quality person-centred service Maintain client records that they are accurate and fully updated using our client record system Responsible for day-to-day health and safety, and the safe running of accommodation Be a positive member of the Hostel team and work in close partnership with colleagues and relevant external agencies Qualifications / Requirements: Empathy and understanding of the needs of Julian House clients Good communication skills to build up relationships with clients and external agencies There are many great reasons to join our team! Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators Wellbeing related support and advice and up to 6 free counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme 27 days annual leave, including an extra day off for your birthday, increasing up to 30 days after 4 years of continuous employment 30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops 20% staff discount at Julian House bike workshops For all the fantastic and valuable work you’ll be doing makes you eligible for the Blue Light Card which offers amazing discounts on thousands of brands A generous and competitive pension scheme Instant access to healthcare professionals and discounts on a variety of health treatments through our Simply Health Scheme A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted 6 weekly Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We also welcome applications from those with lived experience. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. DBS Checks We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee, the decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy. Get in touch If you have any questions about Weekend Hostel Support Worker role, please get in touch with the team at recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk . We look forward to speaking with you soon! Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don’t miss out! < All Jobs Weekend Hostel Support Worker Salary: £3,718 per year (full-time equivalent £23,240) Hours: 6 hours per week, Saturday & Sunday, week one 08:00 - 11:00, week two 07:30 - 10:30 Contract Type: Part time, permanent Location: Central Bath Close Date: Thursday, 21 November 2024 Email Contact: < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Radio Bath Brief Description of Organisation Radio Bath is a volunteer radio station broadcasting online and on DAB across Bath, North East Somerset and West Wiltshire Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Radio Bath was conceived in 2019 by Steve Fountain and Simon McNeill-Ritchie who were joined by Loraine Morgan-Brinkhurst MBE to complete our founding team. Our Aims: To give a voice to our many local communities, and in particular under-represented and under-served individuals or groups in the city and the surrounding areas To provide a local voluntary radio station as a training and recreational facility for individuals who have need of such facilities by reason of their youth, age, infirmity or disablement, financial hardship or social and economic circumstances To promote racial harmony by promoting knowledge and understanding of the diversity of heritage, history and cultures within the community To advance public health and prevent or relieve sickness through the promotion of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and the importance of maintaining good personal mental and physical health To advance education, in particular but not exclusively in vocational education and training in audio and general broadcasting skills In addition, the founders have committed to distributing any surpluses to local charities and good causes. Radio Bath Brief Description of Organisation Radio Bath is a volunteer radio station broadcasting online and on DAB across Bath, North East Somerset and West Wiltshire Visit WebSite

Job opportunity at BANES council - Active Travel Social Prescribing Manager Previous Job Next Job This is an exciting opportunity to lead the delivery of an active travel service, which will seek to support residents to engage in walking, cycling and wheeling opportunities, and including via social prescribing routes into the service. Social prescribing offers an alternative or additional means of supporting residents’ health and wellbeing, by referring residents into activities that benefit their health and wellbeing. One of eleven Local Authorities in England to receive funding for the three-year national pilot, the B&NES scheme will encourage and support a change in people’s travel choices to incorporate more active travel alternatives, enabling communities to be healthier and more active, and supporting our goal of reducing carbon emissions to net zero by 2030. The active travel service will have a Hub and pop-up presence in the Somer Valley. The service will be delivered through a range of inclusive walking and cycling interventions, capital assets such as peddle bikes and e-bikes, social prescribing pathways, proactive engagement with residents, and outreach into communities and settings such as health settings, workplaces and schools. The Active Travel Hub Manager will be responsible for the project management and delivery of the Hub, reporting into B&NES Council Sustainable Travel Team, and working closely with colleagues in Public Health, the wider Council, and partners in the voluntary and community, public and business sectors, as well as grassroots community groups. Once the Active Travel Hub is set up, the Active Travel Manager will manage the service and a small team, ensure its ongoing delivery, service development, and the monitoring and evaluation of activities. We are looking for a dynamic leader, passionate about sustainable and inclusive active travel for all, and with a track record in service delivery. The candidate will need to demonstrate understanding of the service area, and that they can oversee and manage delivery of this exciting three-year pilot scheme. Why B&NES Council? We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. These include: A competitive salary package A range of flexible working and hybrid working options, including flexi-time, four regional offices and home-working, dependent on service requirements A generous holiday allowance and special leave provisions The Local Government Pension Scheme A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme – whatever life throws at you; we are committed to supporting you and your well-being at work and home Professional and personal development including in-house training and accredited qualifications including Aspiring Manager and Leadership Development Discount scheme including the VECTIS card that offers numerous local discounts including cycle to work and free entry to numerous local attractions with B&NES Interested to find out more? If you are interested in this post and require more details after reading the job description or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Amy McCullough, Consultant in Public Health at Amy_McCullough@bathnes.gov.uk or Jessica Fox-Taylor at Jessica Fox-Taylor Jessica_Fox-Taylor@bathnes.gov.uk To apply Please use the online application facility. For further information on applying please see “Application Form Help ” page on the Jobs website. Bath & North East Somerset Council has one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives. We have four core values which shape every aspect of our working life and how we look to the future. These values are to be Bold, Empowered, Supportive and Transparent . Please explain in your application how you could incorporate these values into the role you are applying for. As an equal opportunities employer, Bath & North East Somerset Council is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and is opposed to discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender reassignment, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. Interview Date: 30/01/2023 < All Jobs Active Travel Social Prescribing Manager Salary: £38,296 - £41,496 per annum Hours: 37 Hours per week Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed term until October 2025 Location: Midsomer Norton Close Date: Friday, 20 January 2023 Email Contact: < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Butterflies Haven Brief Description of Organisation As a voluntarily run charity, Butterflies Haven is dedicated to providing a 'soft place to fall' for all family members who are affected by the experience of Autism. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation As a voluntarily run charity, Butterflies Haven is dedicated to providing a 'soft place to fall' for all family members who are affected by the experience of Autism. Butterflies Haven provides on-going support for parents of children and teenagers who are affected by Autism or any developmental delay, whether diagnosed or not. We have created a caring community that offers support and social opportunities for children and their families. Can Butterflies Haven help to ease some of your challenges? Does your child fall into any of the following categories? Has a learning disability/language and comprehension difficulty ? Behavioural or emotional challenges ? General developmental delay? As a parent are you struggling, feeling alone and need a supportive network around you that understands? If the answer is 'yes' to any of the above you have found a supportive and caring community. Butterflies Haven Brief Description of Organisation As a voluntarily run charity, Butterflies Haven is dedicated to providing a 'soft place to fall' for all family members who are affected by the experience of Autism. Visit WebSite

Job opportunity at Avon Wildlife Trust - Marketing and Bookings Officer Previous Job Next Job In a bid to tackle the ecological and climate crises, Avon Wildlife Trust has ambitious plans. Are you passionate about playing your part by demonstrating your keen marketing skills and helping raise funds for natures recovery? We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working Marketing and Bookings Officer who will become a first class addition to our highly productive and motivated team. You will be working within the commercial and the community and engagement teams, responsible for a target driven budget contributing to the financial viability of individual departments. You will thrive on maximising repeat business as well as successfully creating new business through your involvement in developing and marketing a range of activities such as education, lifelong learning, employee engagement and wellbeing days. As part of your marketing strategy, you will work with the communication lead, contributing to social media platforms as well as promoting the retail arm of the organisation through well considered and focused promotional scheduling. As a person who loves meeting new people, you will liaise with numerous stakeholders such as internal staff, schools, tutors and businesses to plan and manage bookings, which you will underpin with your excellent administration skills and attention to detail. Avon Wildlife Trust is one of 46 Wildlife Trusts working across the UK. With the invaluable support of our volunteers, members and corporate supporters we manage 30 nature reserves for wildlife and people across the West of England region (former County of Avon). We also work with other organisations and landowners to protect and connect wildlife sites across the region and inspire local communities and people of all ages to care for wildlife where they live. We offer a complimentary staff benefits package including Employee Assistance Programme, membership of discount schemes, free AWT courses, along with sick pay and benefits platform. The Wildlife Trusts value diversity. We are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures. Part-time 32 hours per week working flexibly over 5 days a week 12 months temporary contract (with possibility of extending to a permanent role) Salary: £24,487 pro-rata Contact Details and How to Apply If you are interested in applying, please download the Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form from the website and upload by clicking on the 'Apply Now@ button. To apply by post, please send applications marked confidential to HR, Avon Wildlife Trust, 17 Great George Street, Bristol BS1 5QT to arrive by the closing date. Closing date : 11:59pm, Tuesday 15th August 2023 Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a first interview anticipated to be on Wednesday 23rd August 2023. If you would like to discuss this role or have any questions, please email hr@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk and a conversation can be arranged. For equal opportunities purposes, we are unable to accept CVs. No agencies please. #NonGraduatesWelcome < All Jobs Marketing and Bookings Officer Salary: £24,487 pro rata Hours: Part-time 32 hours per week working flexibly over 5 days a week Contract Type: Part time, fixed term Location: Bristol - based at AWT Head Office with Hybrid working from home and some travel to different reserves and sites within Avon. Occasional out of hours support for events. Close Date: Tuesday, 15 August 2023 Email Contact: hr@avonwildlifetrust.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Bath Preservation Trust - Community Engagement Officer Previous Job Next Job Summary Job Description Bath Preservation Trust (BPT) campaigns for sustainability and design excellence in the World Heritage City of Bath and its rural surroundings and also runs four museums. The Museum of Bath Architecture is the place where our campaigning and our museums meet and provides a unique venue for events, exhibitions and learning about the built and natural environment of Bath – past, present and its future. The museum is much loved but is in need of renewal and reinvention, to improve the way it tells the story of the building of Bath. It has been closed to the public since 2019 and we are reopening it for a final year in its current format, providing the chance to consult with visitors, members and stakeholders about its future layout and focus. This full-time role will be responsible for opening the museum to the public on four days of the week (Wednesday to Saturday), to coordinate and enable the public programme and events and to engage with visitors, members and stakeholders for consultation. As a member of the Advocacy and Campaigning team, the postholder will also be exploring creative ways to link priority themes to the museum storyline. Job purpose: • To open the Museum of Bath Architecture to the public, providing a welcoming, informed experience and actively engaging visitors in themes relating to the museum and consultation. This may be through temporary exhibitions and public programme or consultation resources. • To work with and support colleagues in the Advocacy and Campaigns team to deliver community engagement relating to sustainability and design excellence in Bath and its environs. • To support the development of a capital redevelopment project, working with the CEO and Senior Management Team. Full details of the job description and person specification are on the BPT website: https://www.bath-preservation-trust.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering-internships-jobs/ < All Jobs Community Engagement Officer Salary: £27,281 Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week (Tuesday to Saturday) Contract Type: Full time Location: Museum of Bath Architecture, Paragon, Bath, BA1 5NA Close Date: Monday, 19 February 2024 Email Contact: recruitment@bptrust.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Community First - Trustees Previous Job Next Job Community First is looking for two new Trustees to join our Board and help us support growth, innovation and development. We are committed to equal opportunities and we are looking for Trustees with a variety of different skills, life experience and backgrounds. We are particularly interested in applications from people with business or Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector experience. We have created a Trustee Information Pack containing more information about the role: https://www.communityfirst.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Trustee-Information-Pack-2024.pdf To apply, please send a CV and a short statement addressing the person specification in the briefing pack to Nicky Theobald ( ntheobald@communityfirst.org.uk ) The deadline for applications is 1st March 2024. < All Jobs Trustees Salary: Voluntary Hours: Approximately 10-20 days a year Contract Type: Location: Devizes Close Date: Friday, 1 March 2024 Email Contact: ntheobald@communityfirst.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Julian House - Domestic Abuse Casework Coordinator - Female Only Previous Job Next Job Julian House is a charity dedicated to making a difference to the lives of the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society. We run several projects and every year we help thousands of people out of homelessness, into employment, away from domestic abuse, and more. If you’d like a real sense of job satisfaction, great career prospects and a competitive benefits package, you could be who we’re looking for! Job Role: Domestic Abuse Casework Coordinator Salary: £23,240 per year Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract type: Permanent Location: Bath Additional information: On-call (1 in 4 weeks), £100/week when on-call This is a female-only role The Role The successful Casework Coordinator will provide comprehensive, holistic support, including needs assessments and support planning to survivors of domestic abuse. Responsibilities include: Complete needs assessment/risk assessment for clients leading to the delivery of full support plans which meet individual client need. Track and monitor support delivered and its impact through review and use of outcome tools. Give clients advice, information and provide an enabling service so that they can access appropriate services. Responsible for ensuring that rent and service charge payments are made and recorded in respect of named clients. Arrange and lead regular house meetings, keeping detailed records of all issues raised by the clients. To prepare rooms for intakes quickly and efficiently, enabling new referrals into the service – this will include task such as clearing and cleaning rooms. Support clients to move into and out of refuge accommodation. Qualifications / Requirements: A valid UK driving license and access to own vehicle – business insurance will be required for this roles as it involves travel for work Experience working with vulnerable adults and/or people with complex needs Understanding of the nature of domestic violence, and the impact it has on survivors and their children There are many great reasons to join our team! Great opportunities for career development and free monthly training sessions from experienced facilitators Wellbeing related support and advice and up to 6 free counselling sessions through our Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work scheme 27 days annual leave, plus an extra day for your birthday and bank holidays 30% staff discount at Julian House charity shops 20% discount at Julian House bike workshops A generous and competitive pension scheme Instant access to healthcare professionals and discounts on a variety of health treatments through our Simply Health Scheme A supportive culture where staff feedback is highly valued and regular supervisions with line managers are conducted Reflective Practice sessions from objective, external facilitators Our Ethos As an Equal Opportunities employer, we have an Equality and Diversity Action plan in place showing our commitment in ensuring continuous improvement in creating an inclusive culture. We also have a committed group of Inclusion & Diversity champions who meet monthly to ensure progress is being made. We invite applications from people from all backgrounds and cultures, especially minority groups that are underrepresented in the workplace. We embrace flexibility and are proud to be a Disability Confident and Mindful employer, as well as an Armed Forces Covenant Supporter. If you have any special access requirements or other support needs throughout the application process (including interview), please contact us so that we can let you know how we can support you. We welcome applications from people with lived experience. All applicants working with our clients will be expected to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. A criminal conviction will not necessarily prevent you from becoming an employee. The decision will depend on the type of offence and its relevance to the role. If you would like to discuss any convictions you may have, please contact the person named in the advert. All information will be dealt with according to our Data Protection Policy. Get in touch If you have any questions about this role, please get in touch with Laura Dawes (Resourcing Assistant) on 07908496681. We look forward to speaking with you soon! Please note: We reserve the right to close our vacancies once the perfect candidate has been found. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible so that you don’t miss out! < All Jobs Domestic Abuse Casework Coordinator - Female Only Salary: £23,240 per year Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract Type: Full Time Location: Bath Close Date: Friday, 25 August 2023 Email Contact: recruitment@julianhouse.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Job opportunity at Soundwell Music Therapy Trust - Finance and Administration Manager Previous Job Next Job Soundwell Music Therapy has an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance and administration professional to join the UK’s only music therapy charity to specialise in adult mental health. We are seeking a Finance and Administration Manager to be a key member of our small, collaborative team, you will be hands-on managing day-to-day operations, proactive in ensuring a strong internal control environment and keen to drive operational and cost efficiencies. Starting as soon as possible. 15 hours per week for 1 year, with possibility of extending, should funding allow. Hours to be flexibly worked as mutually agreed, to include Wednesday. Home working, with some local travel to meetings and events in the Bristol/Bath area. £38,000 per annum (pro-rata). We are looking for an enthusiastic, professional and caring individual to join us and work in a pivotal role supporting our team, staff, trustees and participants. The Finance and Administration manager is part of our Senior Staff Team and is responsible for the smooth running of the charity, alongside the Director and trustee board. Based from home, the role is varied and includes managing both the financial and administrative resources of the Charity. We are seeking an excellent multi-tasker and project manager, with in depth experience of charity finance. Confidence with Excel and using an accountancy package is essential, as are good interpersonal skills and time management. Due to the nature of this work, the post is subject to an DBS check. Previous criminal convictions may not necessarily be a bar to this employment. If you would like an informal conversation before applying, please call Emma Weatherup on 07807397736 or email director@soundwell.org.uk To apply please complete our application form found on our wesbite and returned to enquiries@soundwell.org.uk by 5pm on Monday 20th January 2025. CVs will not be accepted. Interviews will take place in Bristol on Monday 27th January 2025 . Please make sure you are free to attend on that date if called. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 5pm on Wednesday 22nd January at latest. < All Jobs Finance and Administration Manager Salary: £38,000 PA (pro-rata) Hours: 15hrs per week Contract Type: Part time one year contract, with possibility of extending should funding allow. Location: Home working, with some local travel to meetings and events in the Bristol/Bath area. Close Date: Monday, 20 January 2025 Email Contact: director@soundwell.org.uk < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job

Bath City FC Foundation Brief Description of Organisation The mission of the Bath City FC Foundation is to effect positive change and enhance the lives of people in Bath and North East Somerset through football. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation The Bath City FC Foundation are an independent registered charity based at Twerton Park where they are a central part of the Bath City FC family working closely with the Club’s staff, volunteers, supporters and Directors. The charity has a highly skilled team, running programmes across the Bath and North East Somerset area. The power of Bath City FC as a community club and football in general enables them to engage with a wide cross section of people and make a positive impact on over two thousand people’s physical and mental well-being each year in BaNES. You can book a place on one of their football sessions here including walking football, women only sessions, holiday courses and more. Bath City FC Foundation Brief Description of Organisation The mission of the Bath City FC Foundation is to effect positive change and enhance the lives of people in Bath and North East Somerset through football. Visit WebSite

Job opportunity at Designability Charity Ltd - Philanthropy Manager Previous Job Next Job Job Title: Philanthropy Manager Location: Hybrid - Regular presence at our offices in Bath plus remote working Hours: 30 or 37.5 hrs/week (open to flexible working) Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £35,000-38,000 FTE dependent on experience For over 50 years, Designability has designed and provided products that have enabled disabled people to live with greater independence. Our team of talented designers, engineers and occupational therapists create innovative new products which have helped hundreds of thousands of disabled people with their day to day challenges. We are best known now for Wizzybug, our powered wheelchair which helps young disabled children move and play independently for often the first time in their lives. Families loan one from us for free thanks to the generous support of our donors. Designability follows The Social Model of Disability, which holds that disabled people are disabled by their environments rather than any variation in their capabilities. We create our innovative products by being experts in user-centred design – put simply, this means that it is disabled people and their needs and views that make our products unique. We have ambitious plans for the future. We are in a strong financial position with healthy reserves, and have a forward plan for a significant new product innovation launching next year, and an ongoing partnership project which will have impact on the lives of millions of disabled people. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our dynamic team at an exciting time of growth across our charity, and to make a meaningful difference through our work supporting disabled people to live with greater independence. We are seeking a highly motivated and outgoing individual to join our team to manage and grow income from Charitable Trusts and Major Donor prospects, through the development of new and existing relationships. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and enthusiastic person who loves making new connections and building strong relationships to join our welcoming and friendly team and help us make a difference to daily life for disabled people across the UK. You will have proven experience of: Successful track record of securing five to six figure gifts, and of building strong relationships with new and existing donors and prospects. Producing compelling proposals, funding applications, reports and presentations as required to demonstrate a case for support or meet grant criteria. Researching, identifying and successfully managing a new pipeline of donor prospects. Maximising networking opportunities and establishing long term support. You will joining an independent, national charity based in Bath. Our creative and inspiring team includes engineers, technicians, product designers, occupational therapists, fundraisers and administrators. We are led by strong values: we are creative, inclusive and practical, with our vision being to create a future where every disabled person has the products they want to live the life they choose. We are really proud that we were awarded second place in a recent ‘Best Charities to Work For’ list by Third Sector which is a reflection of our team highly rating the fact that we encourage activities that create strong teams and foster good personal relationships. Our staff also stated their confidence in Designability’s leadership and strategic planning. To find out more about Designability visit designability.org.uk The University of Bath provide us with recruitment support and applications are made through the University of Bath jobs website. We choose to follow many of the University of Bath’s human resources policies. However, Designability is a fully independent charity and our staff contracts are not with the University. For an informal conversation about this role, please email Genevieve Arney, Head of Fundraising and Communications at Designability on genevievearney@designability.org.uk Closing Date for applications: Sunday 11th September 2022. Interview date: Successful applicants will be offered a mutually convenient interview date. Interviews will be held in our Bath offices. Start date: At earliest availability < All Jobs Philanthropy Manager Salary: £35,000-£38,000 FTE depending on experience Hours: 30 or 37.5 hrs/week (open to flexible working) Contract Type: Permanent Location: Bath Close Date: Sunday, 11 September 2022 Email Contact: < All Jobs Previous Job Next Job Apply for Job