Serious Organised Crime (SOC) Caseworker£11,500 pro rata per annum, full-time equivalent of £23,000 p/a (Successful candidates should expect to be appointed at the starting point of the salary scale. A higher salary will only be considered for exceptional candidates with strong evidence of relevant experience)Part Time (17.5 hours p/w) – Fixed Term contract until 31 March 2026Location: Newport, Gwent REF: SOC-251Are you a compassionate, organised and proactive individual who has either worked on an offender-led support project or had personal experience of the criminal justice system or have served a prison sentence? Do you have experience of engaging positively with young offenders or other vulnerable groups?If so, St Giles Trust is looking for a target-driven Caseworker to join our comprehensive communities-based team in Wales, where you work collaboratively to provide a high-level service to young people who have faced challenges in education, been under the influence of, dealt or supplied substances, or been affected by violence or trauma.About St Giles TrustAn ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions, and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.About this exciting opportunityThis multi-faceted role will see our successful candidate assess referred clients, with reference to St Giles Trust assessment practices, and then produce support and risk management plans based on these assessments, ensuring you promote inter-agency collaboration in the assessment and planning process.We will also count on you to deliver a holistic support service, providing practical assistance with social and housing support, employment, training and education options, benefits work and debt advice, and to develop and maintain relationships with referral agencies, including police, Youth Offending Team and Youth Offending Institutions and local authorities. Closing cases efficiently and positively, identifying a survival plan for the client that will identify agencies that can be used for ongoing support and assisting with providing monitoring information that will help with the evaluation of the project are also key duties.What we are looking forExperience of providing support, advice and advocacy and the ability to assess clients’ needs.Experience in negotiating with partner agencies to establish links to further the aims of a project.The ability to use and develop monitoring systems to record all aspects of the project.An understanding of the need to use support plans.Experience of engaging successfully with challenging people, for example people who have complex needs, people who are reluctant to discuss their needs, and people who are angry and confused.Excellent IT, interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.A flexible, professional and empathetic approach to your work.In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more.As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting, and promoting the safety of our clients. An enhanced DBS check with barred list is required for all successful applicants. St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.We are an equity and inclusion-confident employer. We welcome all applications and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi-heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.Closing date: 11 pm, 27 April 2025. Interviews: 06 May 2025 in Cardiff
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Head of Policy And Public Affairs Are you passionate about equality and social justice, with a proven track record of influencing national policy makers?Do you have comprehensive knowledge of political processes and the skills to engage effectively with Wales’ top decision-makers?Are you a persuasive and collaborative influencer, eager to shape how we connect with key decision makers?If you’ve answered yes, we want to hear from you / Os felly, rydym eisiau clywed gennych chi.£43,393Home-working (occasional attendance at Cardiff office and travel) / Gweithio gartref (gan fynd i’r swyddfa yng Nghaerdydd a theithio o bryd i’w gilydd)Good pension / Pensiwn daFlexible working and four-day week (with full-time pay) / Gweithio’n hyblyg ac wythnos waith pedwar diwrnod (gyda thâl amser llawn)We are looking for someone to provide strategic and operational leadership on Tai Pawb’s policy, influencing, events and communications work. You will build on Tai Pawb’s reputation as Wales’ leading equality, diversity and inclusion charity by working with policy makers and enhancing Tai Pawb’s public profile through public relations and thought leadership while also coordinating impactful events linking policy and practice. The postholder will directly line manage the Policy Manager, Marketing and Communications Manager and Anti-racism Manager.You’ll need to embrace the idea that in a small organisation a role of this type is never really limited to strategic oversight. This role is part of the leadership team at Tai Pawb alongside the Chief Executive and Head of Membership and Partnerships.How to ApplyRead the Job Description & Person Spec: English | Cymraeg(Accessible web-based versions here: Cymraeg | English)Complete our application form hereComplete our equality monitoring form hereEmail them to andrea@taipawb.org by 12pm 12 May (midday)Privacy Notice | How we use affirmative action in recruitment
Sight Loss Council Engagement Manager – WalesLocation: Home basedSalary: 21,840 p.a. (£36,400 p.a. FTE)Contract type: Fixed term 2 years – part time (3 days / 21 working hours per week)About WCBWales Council of the Blind is the only independent umbrella agency for vision impairment in Wales representing blind and partially sighted people and the clubs and societies who support them. Our independence enables us to act as an impartial observer, advocate, intermediary and evaluator for this complex, diverse group of organisations and services.What this job is aboutSight Loss Council members use their lived experience to tackle local and national issues and work with businesses and service providers to improve the accessibility of their services.Sight Loss Councils (SLCs) are led by blind and partially sighted volunteers. There are a number already in existence in England and Scotland, but now it’s time to establish a further SLC in Wales. Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) funds and oversees the Sight Loss Councils.For this role we are seeking someone who is blind or partially sighted, with the ability to use their experience to be an effective voice to improve the lives of people with sight loss and create an effective change in Wales.Job overviewTo deliver a national Sight Loss Council in Wales under the auspices of Wales Council of the Blind (WCB).To engage with blind and partially sighted people throughout Wales making sure that their voices are represented through the SLC and to respond to key issues and themes as they arise.To develop and implement Local Action Groups across the region. Initially these will be 3 groups coterminous with Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB; Betsi Cadwaladr UHB; Hywel Dda UHB.To lead on the engagement with other sector partners and stakeholders to ensure a robust national network to successfully deliver all engagement project work. This would include working with the Wales Vision Forum.To enable the Wales SLC to contribute to the UK agenda and have an influence on the TPT SLC programme.Special RequirementsSupport at events outside of normal working hours will be required from time to time.Occasional travel and overnight stays will be required.A willingness to work in an environment with Guide Dogs is essential. How to applyPlease click here to view the Job Description.Download an application form here.Equality and Diversity formTo apply email your Application Form along with a CV and Equalities Monitoring Form (optional) to richard@wcb-ccd.org.ukPlease submit your CV and complete the downloadable application form to demonstrate how you meet the person specification and what you would bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience. Please state any preferences for flexible options in your statement.Closing Date for applications: Midnight, 27 April 2025Interview date: 2nd May, 2025.Interviews will be held via video conferencing (using Zoom – available from zoom.com). Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application to us.
Temporary Policy and/or Events CoordinatorWe have a unique opportunity for someone looking for a temporary position or secondment opportunity as our Policy and/or Events Coordinator. We are anticipating the person who fills this role to get involved in policy work relating to disabled people, homelessness, manifesto development and good practice events/briefings. Whether you are someone experienced in policymaking, coordinating online events or looking to gain expertise in either area, this flexible opportunity could be for you.We are flexible based on the skills and experience of the right candidate, and this is reflected by the broad salary scale on offer for this role. Whether you are someone experienced in policymaking, coordinating online events or looking to gain expertise in either area, this flexible opportunity could be for you. Are you passionate about equality and social justice, with a proven track record of influencing national policy makers?Job specifications:£28,698 – £37,874Home-working (occasional attendance at Cardiff office and travel) / Gweithio gartref (gan fynd i’r swyddfa yng Nghaerdydd a theithio o bryd i’w gilydd)Good pension / Pensiwn daFlexible working and four-day week (with full-time pay) / Gweithio’n hyblyg ac wythnos waith pedwar diwrnod (gyda thâl amser llawn)How to ApplyRead the Job Description & Person Spec: English | (Accessible web-based versions here: | English)Complete our application form hereComplete our equality monitoring form hereEmail them to andrea@taipawb.org by 12pm 30 AprilPrivacy Notice | How we use affirmative action in recruitment
Membership OfficerAre you a highly organised, detail-orientated professional looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference? Do you have a passion for customer service and experience in providing seamless and positive customer experiences?If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you:We are looking for a Membership Officer to support our EDI and social justice work with member organisations and the wider housing sector across Wales. You will coordinate membership services and benefits, manage key administrative functions, and support the delivery of the Tai Pawb QED Award. The post holder will ensure that members are at the heart of all Tai Pawb activities.Our remit is quite niche, so we don’t expect applicants to be experts in both equality and housing from day one. For this role, delivering a high-quality customer centric service and ensuring the smooth delivery of services, combined with the right values, is what matters most.£28,698 Home-working (occasional attendance at Cardiff office and travel) / Gweithio gartref (gan fynd i’r swyddfa yng Nghaerdydd a theithio o bryd i’w gilydd)Good pension / Pensiwn daFlexible working and four-day week (with full-time pay) / Gweithio’n hyblyg ac wythnos waith pedwar diwrnod (gyda thâl amser llawn)How to ApplyRead the Job Description & Person Spec: English | Cymraeg(Accessible web-based versions here: Cymraeg | English)Complete our application form hereComplete our equality monitoring form hereEmail them to andrea@taipawb.org by 12pm 28 AprilPrivacy Notice | How we use affirmative action in recruitment
We are advertising an exciting opportunity to join us as Director of our Technology and Business Transformation team.In this role you will lead our skilled team in delivering an ongoing transformation programme that aligns with United Welsh’s strategy, ensuring that our systems are modern and secure.You will also work collaboratively with senior leaders to drive excellent service delivery to customers and stakeholders, building strong relationships with partnerships across the United Welsh Group.For full information, the Applicant Pack can be accessed here.Hours: Full Time, 35 hoursContract: PermanentSalary: £92,594.27**Note** This is a rolling advert. We reserve the right to close the advert at any time. Candidates will be invited to interview as and when their applications are reviewed and they have been suitably shortlisted.How do I apply?Please visit our website: Director of Technology and Business Transformation – United Welsh | United WelshIn 1000 words or less, please tell us why you would like to be considered and how you meet the essential criteria as outlined in the Applicant Pack.
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