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Youth Voice Panel Recruitment

We are writing to seek your help in recruiting a panel of young people to design and deliver new ways for young people to have their say on decisions about the services and activities on offer in Hammersmith & Fulham and inform the discussions taking place by the newly established Partnership for Young People.

I attach a flyer which provides some more information about the new young people’s panel and details on how to sign up We have set up an event on Eventbrite for young people to register with – the link is as follows: http://hfpartnershipforyoungpeople-youthvoicepanel1.eventbrite.co.uk

Details will also be posted on the “H&F Youth Involved” Facebook page and, once up and running, on the LBHF internet webpage.

Please do feel free to share the flyer and reference the Event Brite link in your communications. We have just two weeks to recruit a panel of approx 8 – 20 individuals with the first session on 10 May.

In addition, by the end of May, we hope to have a short film and questionnaire, developed by the new young people’s panel, to send out. We would very much appreciate your help in ensuring the young people that attend your project(s) get their opportunity to have their say by watching the film and completing the questionnaire. We’ll be in touch with more details once the young person’s panel is formed.

 

 

 

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3x Job Opportunities with Advance

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ADVANCE delivers nationally accredited, quality marked services in Hammersmith & Fulham, Westminster and Kensington & Chelsea. We work within a coordinated partnership response to violence against women and girls in these three boroughs as part of the Angelou Partnership, within the partnership ADVANCE provides independent domestic violence advocacy and support for women, children and young people who have experienced domestic abuse.

Female* Independent Domestic Violence Adviser (IDVA) – part time
Contract: Fixed term to 31st March 2017
Salary: NJC scale 29 – 31 £28,191 – £29,838 per annum pro rata inc. London Weighting
Working hours: 21 hours per week with some on-call cover required
Work Location: Based at ADVANCE Hammersmith office and community locations

The IDVA will work within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process specialising in working with clients at high risk. They will work within the team to make proactive contact and provide high quality advocacy and support based upon a client led needs and risk assessment to women from aged 13, focusing on working with those aged 18 and over who access the domestic abuse service. They will advise women on criminal justice and civil remedies and related matters, support women to attend court where necessary, and coordinate the provision of multi-agency support. Part of the role will to be to establish positive, proactive and innovative working relationships with services providing services to clients and partner agencies within the Angelou Partnership. The post holder will work across the three boroughs under the guidance of the team leaders and project manager.
Closing date: 11th May at 12pm Interview date: to be confirmed

 
Female* Duty Worker – part time
Contract: Fixed term to 31st March 2017
Salary: NJC scale 18-21 £20,632- £22,616 per annum pro rata inc. London Weighting
Working hours: 21 hours per week with some on-call cover required
Work Location: Based at ADVANCE Hammersmith office and community locations

The Duty Worker will work within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process. They will work within the team to make proactive contact attempts with high volumes of new referrals and once this contact is established complete initial needs and risk assessments. They shall provide initial advice and crisis safety planning before the case is allocated to an IDVA/caseworker or referred to the appropriate partner agency for ongoing support. They will provide this high quality support based upon a client led needs and risk assessment to women from aged 13, focusing on working with those aged 18 and over who access the domestic abuse service. They will advise women on criminal justice, civil remedies, housing and related matters.
Closing date: 11th May at 12pm Interview date: to be confirmed
Consideration will be given to applicants wanting to combine both Duty Worker and IDVA part time posts into one full time role of 35 hours per week.

 

Female* Housing IDVA
Contract: Fixed term maternity cover June 2016 to April 2017
Salary: NJC scale 29 – 31 £28,191 – 29,838 inc. London Weighting
Working hours: 35 hours per week with some on-call cover required
Work location: Based at Hammersmith & Fulham Housing and the ADVANCE Hammersmith office

The Housing IDVA will work within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process specialising in working with clients for whom housing and risk of tenancy breakdown is a factor. They will work within the team to make proactive contact and provide high quality advocacy and
support based upon a client led needs and risk assessment to women from age 13, focusing on working with those aged 18 and over who access the domestic abuse service. They will advise women on criminal justice and civil remedies and related matters, support women to attend court where necessary, and coordinate the provision of multi-agency support. Part of the role will to be to establish positive, proactive and innovative working relationships with housing services and partner agencies within the Angelou Partnership. The post holder will work in Hammersmith & Fulham borough under the guidance of the team leaders and project manager.
Closing date: 25th April at 12pm Interviews: week commencing 2nd May

ADVANCE is committed to equality and diversity and particularly welcomes applications from BME groups and the LBT community. The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and is open to women only (*Exempt under the Equality Act 2010 Schedule 9, Part 1).
Benefits include 30 days holiday pro rata and a non-contributory pension scheme.

To apply: Download the application form and Job Description from our website at http://advancecharity.org.uk/work-for-us/
Completed applications should be emailed to althea.k@advancecharity.org.uk or posted marked ‘Private and Confidential’ to:
Althea King
ADVANCE (BSU Recruitment)
Unit 6 The Lanchesters
162-164 Fulham Palace Road

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Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) Coordinator

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Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conferences are meetings where information is shared on the highest risk domestic abuse cases to ensure that all parties put in place a plan for safety.  Would you like to coordinate this crucial process?  We have a rare opportunity for a role in London, that requires knowledge of domestic abuse, interventions as well as administrative and good interpersonal skills.

Salary:  starting salary £30,000 (includes ILW) Full Time (35 hours per week)

Interview date: Thursday, 5th May 2016

CLOSING DATE FOR COMPLETED APPLICATIONS: 5pm Wednesday, 27th April 2016

Application packs are only available on our website: www.standingtogether.org.uk 

For any queries, please email admin@standingtogether.org.uk or call on 020 8748 5717.

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Job opportunity with Yarrow

Yarrow

Volunteer Coordinator

Fixed Term Contract – 3 Years

Salary : £25,000

Hours: 38hrs per week

Closing date: 04/05/2016

Location: West London

‘Opening Doors’ is a new project and the post holder will be expected to set up and manage the project which will involve recruiting, training, matching of volunteers.

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic individual with excellent skills in volunteer management, supervision and support. The post holder will need to be proactive and be a good communicator.  Organisational skills, as well as an ability to work to targets are essential for this role. Experience of working with people with learning disabilities would be an advantage but is not essential.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure

To apply, please send us your CV with a covering letter tailoring it to the essential criteria specified on the person specification and job description.

 

Location – The post will be based in Central Office or the Gate (Shepherds Bush) but the post holder will need to move across Yarrow’s properties, most of which are within Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington and Chelsea, Ealing and Westminster.

Salary – £25.000.

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Job Opportunities with ONE Westminster

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Organisation Support Officer – 21 hours a week – £26,000 pro rata

One Westminster is looking for someone with an excellent understanding of the voluntary sector and an interest in “social prescription” and the “self-care” health agenda to join our small Organisation Support Team.

Working alongside colleagues, you will be responsible for delivering a range of support, signposting and development services to voluntary and community organisations in Westminster.  You will provide a link between National Health Service and other statutory health and well-being providers and the wider voluntary sector and help develop self-care services within the sector.

You should have excellent communication skills, experience of project development and management including monitoring and evaluation and evidence experience and knowledge of fundraising and bid writing.

A knowledge of the current health agenda would be an advantage.

This is a one year fixed term contract.

For a Full Job Description, Person Specification and Application form please email: c.igoe@onewestminster.org.uk or telephone 020 7723 1216.

Applications close at 5.00pm on Monday, April 25th and interviews will take place on Tuesday, May 3rd 2016. 

 

 

Volunteer Outreach Officer

One Westminster is looking for someone with an excellent understanding of the voluntary sector and experience in managing volunteers to support the Volunteer Outreach and Development Service.  The main aim of this role is to engage with the harder to reach groups in the Westminster community and support them into volunteering placements. Targeted groups include unemployed people, young people in education, older people aged 65 plus, homeless people and those recovering from substance misuse. 

A key part will be supporting customers in 1-to-1 sessions at outreach work throughout Westminster, including Job Centres, to find their ideal volunteering role with voluntary organisations and community groups, based on interests and skills using the Team Westminster website.

The role will also include providing ongoing support, monitoring and tracking all registered customers to assist them into successful volunteering placements.

This is a part time post for one year.

Job Title:                     Volunteer Outreach Officer

Managed by:              Volunteer Service Manager

Hours:                         17.5 hours per week/2.5 days per week

Based at:                     Westminster, London

Salary:                         £ 25,000 p.a. (Pro-rata) and includes Inner London Weighting

Start date:                  3 May 2016

Length of Contract:    Until 30 April 2017

How to Apply

To apply, please contact Catherine Igoe for an application pack on c.igoe@onewestminster.org.uk     

   For further information, please phone 0207 723 1216.

Applications close at 5pm on Tuesday 19 April and interviews will take place on Thursday 28 April.

 

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Administrator – Doorstep Library

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Administrator

We need a super-efficient and friendly administrator to help us grow!  We organise volunteers to bring books and the joy of reading into the homes of children in some of west London’s most disadvantaged areas. We need someone to join our small team to support our project work. The post is based in our office in Fulham Broadway.

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H&F Law Centre – Finance Officer (part-time)

Job title: Finance Officer
Job type: Part-time 2 days
Salary:  £27k pro rata

Key objectives of the role:

  • To manage, maintain and develop all financial matters for H&F Law Centre
  • To liaise with the appointed auditor to complete the annual accounts and audit;
  • To prepare financial reports for Management Committee meetings;
  • To prepare other financial information as required.

For more information

We are looking for a finance officer to work two days per week for a three month period.
Please send CV & covering letter to – sue.james@hflaw.org.uk

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Hammersmith and Fulham Mind: Volunteer Trustee (Treasurer)

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This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in a successful and forward-thinking charity that helps improve the lives of many people in Hammersmith & Fulham and beyond.

Hammersmith and Fulham Association for Mental Health (known as Hammersmith & Fulham Mind) is an leading independent mental health provider working with people living in the boroughs of Hammersmith & Fulham.

Our mission is to empower people with mental health problems to manage their health, take control of their lives and to support them to participate fully in their local community.

Our wide range of services reach and support over 2,000 people every year. We campaign for improved services and challenge the stigma and stereotypes surround mental health. We currently have 30 staff who work across a range of 18 services at Mind ranging from talking therapies to hoarding support groups.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference as a finance minded Trustee (Treasurer) of a small charity. We are looking for a qualified accountant with a strong track record in strategic and operational financial management to act as a key advisor to our team on all financial aspects of running the charity. The ideal candidate will have an interest in mental health and knowledge of current finance practice relevant to charities, as well as good financial analysis skills and the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the charity.

The Trustee (Treasurer) will sit on the full board of Trustees as well as chairing the Finance Sub-Committee. This role will involve:

  • Overseeing the financial affairs of the organisation, ensuring they are in line with Hammersith & Fulham Mind’s charitable objects and within accepted accounting practice
  • Monitoring the financial health of the organisation, including appraising the financial viability of plans and proposals
  • Making fellow trustees aware of their financial obligations and taking the lead in interpreting financial data to them
  • With support from the CEO and the Finance Manager, regularly reporting the organisation’s financial position at committee meetings
  • Overseeing the CEO and the Finance Manager in the production of the annual budget, reforecast(s), management accounts, adherence to financial controls, etc.
  • Liaising with auditors

Trustee meetings are held approximately once a month (at 6.30pm – in Fulham or Notting Hill); in addition, the Finance Sub-Committee meets once every 2 months, alternately in Fulham, the City, or via conference call.

Trustees are asked to commit to volunteering with the charity for at least a year. You will join a board currently consisting of 8 Charity Trustees from various backgrounds and different experiences contributing unique and invaluable skills to the charity.

The application process will consist of an informal interview with the Chair and our acting Treasurer at a mutually convenient time.

For an informal discussion about the role, or to apply, please contact Claire Pettitt (Trustee & acting Treasurer): clairepettitt@cantab.net
Applications should include a covering letter and current CV.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 3rd April 2016

 

HFM is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who have lived experience of mental health.

 

 

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Hammersmith and Fulham Mind: Volunteer Trustee (PR / Marketing)

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This is an excellent opportunity to be involved in a successful and forward-thinking charity that helps improve the lives of many people in Hammersmith & Fulham and beyond.
Hammersmith and Fulham Association for Mental Health (known as Hammersmith & Fulham Mind) is an leading independent mental health provider working with people living in the boroughs of Hammersmith & Fulham.

Our mission is to empower people with mental health problems to manage their health, take control of their lives and to support them to participate fully in their local community.
Our wide range of services reach and support over 2,000 people every year. We campaign for improved services and challenge the stigma and stereotypes surround mental health. We currently have 30 staff who work across a range of 18 services at Mind ranging from talking therapies to hoarding support groups.

We are seeking an outstanding media and communications specialist trustee who can support us in engaging media, clients and other stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, creative individual committed to upholding the rights of mental health service users, with experience of development communications strategies and plans at a local level.

This role will involve acting as a key advisor to provide guidance on media and communications issues, helping our team to deliver an outstanding media and communications function by:
• Advising on ways to strengthen Hammersmith & Fulham Mind’s public profile, magnify our communications reach and contribute to showing that we are outstanding leaders in mental health
• Assisting our managers in developing our communications strategy, defining clear messages that promote our priorities and identifying opportunities to set out the many positive stories we have to tell
• Highlighting risks and proposing appropriate action

Trustee meetings are held approximately once a month (at 6.30pm – in Fulham or Notting Hill). Trustees are asked to commit to volunteering with the charity for at least a year. You will join a board currently consisting of 8 Charity Trustees from various backgrounds and different experiences contributing unique and invaluable skills to the charity.
The application process will consist of an informal interview with the Chair and another Trustee at a mutually convenient time.

For an informal discussion about the role, or to apply, please contact Jane Bullen (Chair): jane.bullen4@btinternet.com
Applications should include a covering letter and current CV.
Closing date for applications: Sunday 3rd April 2016

HFM is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applications from individuals who have lived experience of mental health.

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Neighbourhood Renewal Coordinator

Recruiter: VITAL REGENERATION
Location: London (Greater)
Salary: £25,000 – £30,000
Posted:12 Mar 2016
Closes: 01 Apr 2016
Hours: Full Time

 

The Neighbourhood Renewal Co-ordinator will play a key role in delivering Vital Regeneration’s Community Engagement Services contract. He/she will assist the Community Engagement Programme Manager in managing the contract and in delivering a suite of events and activities to engage residents in the Housing Renewal Programme in Church Street and Paddington Green, North Westminster. He/she will have responsibility for the delivery of a programme of community engagement activities, servicing a range of resident led working groups and the day to day management of a team of Community Connectors, Block Champions and volunteers.

This is a fixed term contract to 31st December 2016.

If you are interested in this role please complete an application form (click here) and submit by noon on April 1st 2016.

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