Strategic Lead (Place)

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Salary £36,000 / F/T Fixed Term Contract

We are looking for a highly effective leader with experience of developing positive relationships with people at all levels. You must have experience in project management, setting strategy, managing budgets, working collaboratively across sectors with a range of stakeholder to develop and deliver a shared purpose in communities to reduce inequalities and increase activity levels. The successful candidate must have a strong understanding of system change and using place based / asset-based approaches to engage communities, along with experience of securing positive outcomes for the target communities or groups. You must also have experience of using community insights, evaluation and learning to inform the development of community-led programme and projects.  

Closing Date: 29.09.24

 

For more information please visit: Work for us – Northamptonshire Sport

Insight Lead

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Salary £27,500 / F/T Fixed Term Contract

We are looking for someone with experience in research including identification of good practice, data analysis and use of performance management tools to report on outputs, outcomes and impact. You will have excellent understanding of a range of qualitative and quantitative data collections methods and the ability to collect and interpret high-quality data and to use compelling narratives to demonstrate the impact of individual projects

Closing Date: 22.09.24

 For more information please visit: Work for us – Northamptonshire Sport

Counsellor Wanted

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VIN are looking to assist the wellbeing of staff at HMP Five Wells by employing a qualified counsellor to deliver one to one sessions, one day a month onsite at the prison. If you are interested in this opportunity please contact callum.bentley@voluntaryimpact.org.uk

Freelance Activities Coordinator – Job Description

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At the moment Northampton Mencap operates fortnightly social clubs at their purpose built centre in Ransome Road for people with learning disabilities. These clubs are held in the evenings of Monday, Wednesday and Friday every other week, each from 7pm to 9pm.

Job Title : Freelance Activities Coordinator

Hours: 10 hours per week (working hours vary each week)

Salary: £15 per hour

It is expected that applicants will have some experience of working with adults with a learning disability and be able to manage a budget.

Key Tasks:

  • Have creative ideas for fun and stimulating activities.
  • Interact with members to help build their trust and confidence.
  • Support and mentor volunteers, line manage, supervise and motivate them.
  • Provide an interesting and varied programme for clubs.
  • Make advance preparations for sessions, which may include contacting parents/carers and organising transport. Sessions can include outings and occasional trips.
  • Ensure that detailed registers are kept of members, carers and volunteers at each session.
  • Ensure that all monies taken for sessions, such as subs, transport, tuck and raffles are recorded and passed to the Centre Manager after each session.
  • To be qualified in Emergency First Aid at Work and act as a first aider in the session.
  • To have patience with new volunteers and ensure they feel welcome and ensure that their onboarding paperwork, induction and checks are completed in a timely manner with support from the Centre Manager.
  • To ensure that volunteers have refresher training on relevant policies as appropriate.
  • To ensure that Clubs comply with best practice regarding Health and Safety.

Personal Qualities

  • The ability to work and create friendly, relaxed and constructive relationships with people with a learning disability and their families and carers. Be able to motivate those with a learning disability to reach their full potential.
  • Be a very organised individual with excellent record keeping skills
  • Be a good communicator
  • Have a commitment to your own and others training and development

COVERING LETTER REQUIED.

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: £15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 per week

Benefits:

  • Free parking
  • On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Freelance Activities Coordinator – Northampton Mencap

 

To apply, please send CV and covering letter to Suki Bassi, manager@northamptonmencap.org.uk

KidsAid – Vice Chair

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KidsAid is a charity supporting children, young people and parents affected by trauma.

We seek a Vice Chair to have oversight of a Theory of Change approach on behalf of the board, and to work in collaboration with the CEO, Chair, and Board of Trustees to shape, drive and monitor the organisations strategy.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

· At least three years’ experience at board level on a charity board, board of governors, or similar organisation. (E)

· Initiating and leading strategic change through co-production. (E)

· Engagement with joint partnerships or collaborative working with a variety of organisations.

· Available to engage with the role at least 8 hours weekly and attend face to face board meetings. (E)

· Chairing meetings at senior management team or board level. (E)

· Undertaking a senior leadership role within an organisation. (E)

· Effective presentations and report writing. (E)

· Participating in, or leading teams. (E)

· Maintaining supportive relationships at a senior level. (E)

· Supportive of the vision and purposes of the charity. (E)

HOW TO APPLY. Please send your CV to rebecca@kidsaid.org.uk

With a covering statement of not more than two A4 pages indicating why you wish to become our Vice Chair, and the qualities and experience you could bring, to be received before 31st March 2024.

If you wish to chat to the CEO or Chair before applying, or to clarify specific points by email, we will be happy to assist.

Good Luck!

Trustee wanted (Teamwork Trust)

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Teamwork Trust have just created our new strategy and are looking for new board members to help guide us towards our objectives. We are looking to welcome people to be the ‘guardian of our purpose’— making sure all decisions we make put the needs of our beneficiaries first.

Teamwork Trust changes lives through the dignity of providing purpose, life skills, employability and community. Our services offer the chance for our people to live happy, fulfilled and connected lives. This means we give the choice of independence to people that, by virtue of their human difference, society assumes is not possible.

We are specifically looking for people with at least one of the following areas of expertise

  • Legal and regulation
  • Commercial property
  • Health, Safety and Wellbeing
  • For more information, view the Teamwork Trust website

Minibus Driver

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Northampton Door-to-Door Service is recruiting for minibus drivers,  for part-time  as well as Relief Drivers to cover staff absences. Our drivers use specially adapted minibuses to transport elderly and disabled people to different locations in Northampton.

It will be your responsibility to:

  • Safely transport passengers from their home to their destinations whilst adhering to the specified schedule for the day.
  • Offer the necessary support and assistance to passengers and help them with their bags and walking aids if required.
  • Ensure all passengers are safely secured in their seats before travel.
  • Liaise with office staff as necessary.
  • Conduct maintenance/safety checks and cleaning of the bus.

Applicants must have a current valid driving licence with category D1, a positive, friendly attitude, empathy with elderly and disabled people, and good communication skills.

For more information, please have a look at the job description and person specification here. To apply, please complete the application form which can be found here, and return to Rafal Piecha at rafal.piecha@voluntaryimpact.org.uk by midday on Monday 2nd October  (we reserve the right to interview applicants as they apply and may close for applications before this date).

 

 

Homestart Trustee

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We need people who are good communicators and listeners and can work collaboratively

A little bit of you can change children’s lives

Home-Start Northampton need more Trustees to do the vital work in steering and supporting our vision and strategy to work with vulnerable families in Northampton – every minute and every hour count.

Don’t be put off by those words!

We need you to bring your attitude, perspective and enthusiasm – everything else can be developed and provided.

Everyone brings something different to being a Trustee – what could you bring?

Becoming a trustee is one of the most powerful ways you can contribute to your local community while using and building a wealth of skills. The work being done by Home-Start trustees has never been more important as families reach breaking point during the cost-of-living crisis.

We are seeking experience in marketing, IT, events, fund raising, safeguarding, or just your passion and common sense.

We are a small, professional but friendly charity wanting to grow.  All we need is around 4 hours a month of your time.

Quote from a Trustee: ‘When I first joined Home-Start I asked myself ‘is this a service that can actually change people’s lives?’ And the answer is a certain yes. Early intervention has a positive ripple effect on children’s lives and the earlier we start the better’.

It will lead you on a fantastic journey.

Come on, give us a call on:    01604 627692

Or email:         admin@homestart-northampton.org.uk

Our website:            https://homestartinwestnorthamptonshire.org.uk

(click on Northampton)

Refuge Support Worker (Out of Hours) required

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Refuge Support Worker (out of hours)

Northampton         £14,532

Average of 23 hours per week

NDAS provides refuge to victims of domestic abuse.  One of our Northampton based refuges also accepts women who are also living with the effects of addiction to drugs and/or alcohol.  This refuge is operated 24 hours and this role is to cover hours outside “office hours”.

Essential candidate criteria includes:

  • 2 years’ experience of working in a supportive role with vulnerable families and/or children, or equivalent

  • Clear understanding and awareness of domestic abuse and the impact on victims

  • Clear understanding of alcohol and drug addiction issues

  • Excellent communication and report writing skills

  • Proficient IT skills

  • Current driving licence and access to vehicle.

Purpose of Post:

  • To work as part of the team to ensure the effective running of the refuge and providing appropriate support to service users who have substance/alcohol misuse issues.

  • Delivering advice and information related to domestic abuse.

  • Undertaking telephone assessments of applicants for the organisations refuge accommodation, outreach and groups work.

  • Maintaining computerised database of essential information related to the profile of clients.

  • To be responsible for delivering individual support plans, to service users enabling them to make informed decisions about their future through the key work system.

  • Supporting clients to move on to appropriate accommodation when suitable.

  • Offer advice and support to all NDAS refuge residents outside working hours.

  • Liaise with partnership agencies around substance misuse and recovery for individual clients.

View more information here 

Witness Care Officer – FIXED TERM (up to 12 months)

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The Voice Witness Care Team provide a single point of contact for victim and witnesses involved in the Criminal Justice System.  In this rewarding role you will provide contact, primarily by telephone, to victims and witnesses of crime; offering support and guidance as you work to ensure witness attendance at court.

 

Job Description

You will be required to:

  • Keep witnesses updated throughout the prosecution process by providing information and support.
  • Ensure the attendance of witnesses at court by providing practical support, including travel arrangements, childcare, and other appropriate measures for those required to attend.
  • Undertake initial witness contact by telephone and maintain regular direct contact to provide up-to-date and relevant information.
  • Carry out appropriate needs assessment, record the results of the assessment and provide a tailored response to every victim and witnesses.
  • Maintain accurate case management records using dedicated IT systems
  • Facilitate referrals, where appropriate, to other service providers on behalf of the victim or witness.
  • Develop productive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders, demonstrating an ability to work flexibly, using initiative where required and the ability to work within a team environment.
  • Complete administrative tasks to ensure the efficient management of each case.
  • Work in a fast-paced environment, adhering to deadlines and delivering results through effective planning and organisation of own workload, demonstrating the ability to prioritise and manage demands, even under pressure.
  • Demonstrate the ability to respond to change in the working environment by showing a willingness to adapt and be flexible in changing circumstances, seeking advice from others when change occurs and maintaining work standards as circumstances change.
  • Have an appreciation of the importance of confidentiality and safe working practice.
  • Demonstrate a level of awareness of equality and diversity issues appropriate to this role.
  • Have excellent communication skills written and oral.
  • Bring previous experience of working within a statutory, voluntary, community, private social care or customer service environment dealing with members of the public, successfully managing conflict.
  • Provide assistance to other Voice teams upon reasonable request from management.

You can view the full Job Description here