This new post is funded by the National Grid for 12 months initially. The aim is to work with 30 local people over 85 years of age who have recently been discharged from Charing Cross Hospital and to link them with local services in order to reduce isolation and the risk of future hospital admissions. The Project Worker will work closely with the British Red Cross who will be referring older people into the project. The successful candidate will have experience in supporting older people and getting a project off the ground. You will have empathy, good communication skills, the ability to liaise with a range of external stakeholders and build relationships. The post is subject to DBS check and two satisfactory references. What we offer We are a small but friendly team of four staff, three of whom work part-time. We hope you will decide to join us and benefit from the following: Working Hours: 18hrs per week, preferably over 3 weekdays. Salary: £13 per hour, £12,168 actual annual salary (full time salary: £25,350) Pension: 5% employer’s pension contribution Holidays: 28 days per annum for full time employees Cycle to Work Scheme and Eye Care Vouchers How to apply Please read the job description and person specification at www.fulhamgoodneighbours.org/jobs To apply, please submit an up to date CV and supporting statement by email to chrismikata@fulhamgoodneighbours.org or by post to Recruitment – confidential, Fulham Good Neighbours, Rosaline Hall, 70 Rosaline Road, London SW6 7QT. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Closing date: noon Tuesday 3rd January 2017 Interviews: Friday, 6th January 2017
The European Commission have launched the European Solidarity Corps! This allows young people between the ages of 18 and 30 to make an important contribution to society across the EU. Young people will also have the chance to gain invaluable skills and experience at the start of their career. The Commission is presenting a series of actions to boost youth employment, improve and modernise education, more investment in skills of young people, and better opportunities to learn and study abroad. The main goal is to improve opportunities for young people so join here and share the message! To find out more click here.
One Westminster is looking to fill a new role of part-time Learning Involvement Project Worker. For full job description, please click here. How to Apply To apply please download an application pack: http://www.onewestminster.org.uk/work-us Or email Lana Al-Waily lalwaily@portmancentre.co.uk Applications close at 9am on Monday 09 January 2017 and interviews will take place on Wednesday 18 January 2017. Please note we are unable to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants. If you have not heard from us by 16th January 2017 please assume that your application has not been shortlisted.
Do you want to get support and recognition for your commitment to employee health and wellbeing in your organisation? Register your interest in the London Healthy Workplace Charter today. The London Healthy Workplace Charter is a free framework for action and accreditation scheme that helps organisations to review and develop all that they do to create an environment in which employees can flourish and give their best. What are the benefits? The London Healthy Workplace Charter and local support programme offers: A clear structure to develop employee health and wellbeing plans Support from Hammersmith & Fulham Council’s healthy workplace business advisor to address some of the biggest challenges organisations face, including recruitment and staff retention, sickness absence and productivity Free employee health checks Heavily subsidised mental health & wellbeing training for managers (pdf 306KB) Prestigious Public Health England endorsed accreditation which lasts for 5 years and helps to strengthen your organisation’s brand and reputation How to find out more For more information, please see www.lbhf.gov.uk/healthyworkplace, or contact Anna Brown, Healthy Workplace Business Advisor, Hammersmith & Fulham Council: t: 07584 389 249 e: anna.brown@lbhf.gov.uk
Simply scan the list below and click the relevant session(/s) right for you: HR: What You Need To Do When You Employ Someone Wednesday 7th December, 9.30am – 2pm Crowdfunding – Information Event Tuesday 13th December, 10am – 12pm Introduction To Volunteer Management Thursday 12th January, 10am – 1pm Level 2 Safeguarding Children & Young People – Working Together Monday 16th January, 5.30pm – 8.30pm Emergency First Aid At Work Thursday 19th January, 9.30am – 4.30pm Social Finance – Is it suitable for my organisation? Thursday 19th January, 12.30pm – 2.30pm Promoting Your Volunteer Opportunities Monday 23rd January, 6pm – 8pm VCS Forum – Human Rights & Equality Tuesday 24th January, 12.30pm.- 2.30pm People’s Postcode Lottery – Applying for Funding Tuesday 24th January, 3pm.- 5pm Learn About Tuberculosis (TB) – Awareness Training Wednesday 1st February, 6pm – 8.30pm Project Management Thursday 2nd February, 10am – 1pm
The following training events are available for booking on the Advice Station website, or simply follow the links below: Turn2us workshop – tools and services to support people in financial hardship Click here for full details Suitable for: staff and volunteers in advice organisations Date and time: 19 January 2017, 2.30pm – 5.30pm Venue: Turn2us, Hythe House, 200 Shepherds Bush Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 7NL Training will be delivered by Turn2us at their premises Click here to book Please note this will take you to the Turn2us website where you will need to register and book Housing Training – Rent arrears Suitable for: staff in advice organisations Date and time: 25 January 2017, 2pm – 4pm Venue: H&F Law Centre, 363 North End Road, London SW6 1NW Training will be delivered by Jim Shepherd, Barrister, Doughty Street Chambers Click here for more information and to book Universal Credit Suitable for: staff and volunteers in advice organisations Date and time: 31 January 2017, 10am – 12pm Venue: The Hub, 20 Dawes Road, London SW6 7EN Training will be delivered by Colin Morris, Partner Support Manager, Department for Work and Pensions Click here for more information and to book Universal Credit Suitable for: staff and volunteers in advice organisations Date and time: 8 February 2017, 10am – 12pm Venue: The Hub, 20 Dawes Road, London SW6 7EN Training will be delivered by Colin Morris, Partner Support Manager, Department for Work and Pensions Click here for more information and to book Turn2us workshop – tools and services to support people in financial hardship Click here for full details Suitable for: staff and volunteers in advice organisations Date and time: 9 February 2017, 9.30am – 12.30pm Venue: Turn2us, Hythe House, 200 Shepherds Bush Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 7NL Training will be delivered by Turn2us at their premises Click here to book Please note this will take you to the Turn2us website where you will need to register and book
GlobalGiving in collaboration with Salesforce.org are offering FREE corporate consultation clinics to local London charities as part of Local Charities Day Join us on the afternoon of the 16th December 2016 and spend valuable time working through your organisational challenges with direct help and support from a team of corporate volunteers. Sign up here
KENSINGTON AND CHELSEA SOCIAL COUNCIL JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Monitoring and Communications Officer REPORTING TO: Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Strategic Health Lead HOURS: 35 hours per week SALARY: £24,717pa CONTRACT: 3 months contract Contact If interested, please contact Sylvia Nissim on 020 7243 9800 to arrange a telephone interview with the Chief Executive – Angela Spence by Tuesday 6th December. If successful, you will be invited to undertake a computer test where your IT and database skill levels will be assessed. The Successful candidate must be able to start at the latest by Tuesday 3 January 2017. The earliest start date can be Monday 12th December 2016. For full job description, please click here