Join Oak Grove College as a Pastoral Officer

Closing Date Monday 9th December

Contract:32.5 hours per week; Term time only + inset days (39 weeks per year); Permanent

Pay Scale:Grade 7; Points 14-19; £14.84 per hour;

Hours: 8.30am – 3.30pm, Monday to Friday

Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for an additional Pastoral Officer.  Our Pastoral Officers form an important part of our staff team, supporting students and colleagues to give the highest quality holistic support to our young people.  

We are looking for individuals with some of the following skills, knowledge and/or experience:

·         able to establish effective relationships with parents/carers, students and outside agencies

·         experienced in supporting students to access learning, and producing behaviour and intervention plans

·         experienced in supporting people with mental health issues

·         experienced in supporting people with social and emotional barriers to learning

·         able to engage and motivate young people

·         ability to supervise young people to ensure their safety and positive behaviour

·         flexibility to work across both sites

·         excellent organisational skills

·         to be part of the Duty Team rota

·         to support students in using IT/social media effectively and be the key colleague to lead on this

·         able to use initiative and work effectively in a team

Job Description

Job Title:                 Pastoral Officer

Responsible to:            Lead Pastoral Officer

Purpose of the Role

To work with other staff as part of a professional team to provide the highest quality holistic support to our students who need help to overcome barriers to learning. Students may have a range of moderate, severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties and/or behaviour, social, communication, sensory or physical difficulties.  Providing timely support and advice to colleagues is also a key operational part of the role.

The post holder will provide support to the College in a range of duties.   This is an outline of the job role which includes but is not limited to:

To uphold college policies and procedures and keep safeguarding of students at the centre of all you do.
Take a part in the Duty Team rota
To accurately record duty incidents on CPOMS and follow through with them in conjunction with other staff
To use CPOMS (and other MIS software) highly effectively
To be able to identify patterns, review behaviour records, identify trends and suggest ideas to support individuals as part of the Pastoral Tea
To uphold the values of the PRICE approach to behaviour management (training provided)
Develop positive relationships with parents/families to ensure highly effective engagement and communication with the College
To support attendance processes as appropriate, which could include recording attendance, lateness and calling home.
Ensure students are recognised and rewarded for success.
Take part in lunchtime duties to ensure the safe operation of the college.
Support students requiring additional temporary support in class to access learning and produce behaviour plans and intervention plans to support students.
To lead on individual and small group intervention in relation to developing social and emotional skills
To attend meetings with external agencies and represent the college sharing information where appropriate.
To follow through and check on student and staff welfare after behaviour incidents.
To supervise students’ arrival and departure to and from College to ensure safe transitions
To offer support and training to staff.
To lead post incident reflection meetings with staff teams/colleagues to reflect on how we are supporting students
To be able to reflect on own practice and undertake any
To be a Mental Health First Aider for students.
To support students with the safe and effective use of social media and IT
Any other reasonable direction from the Headteacher.

The content and reporting lines may, in consultation with the employee, be reviewed because duties change over time, and the job description needs to reflect these changes.

For the full detials including how to apply please click here 

Join Guild Care’s Fundraising Team!

• Location: Guild Care Head Office, Worthing, West Sussex
• Hours: 35 hours per week, full time
• Salary: £33,099-£36,596 per annum

About the Role:

We are looking for an ambitious, energetic Corporate Partnerships Officer to drive income growth through strategic corporate fundraising activities. Reporting to the Head of Fundraising, you’ll play a vital role in building partnerships that support Guild Care’s mission to reduce social isolation and stigma for older people, those living with dementia, and people with learning disabilities. You’ll be responsible for securing financial support, in-kind donations, and valuable collaboration opportunities that align with the charity's goals.

Main Duties:

Partnership Development:

• Identify and engage potential corporate partners for financial, sponsorship, and in-kind support.
• Build lasting relationships with corporate partners, inspiring commitment to Guild Care’s mission.
• Develop strategies to maximise corporate engagement, including employee involvement and sponsorships.

Fundraising & Revenue Generation:

• Collaborate on campaigns and projects to increase fundraising.
• Align corporate initiatives with Guild Care’s goals and fundraising targets.
• Create compelling proposals, presentations, and reports for partnership growth.

Strategic Innovation:

• Develop initiatives with partners to leverage their resources in support of Guild Care’s vision.
• Explore new opportunities in corporate philanthropy and CSR.

Events & Engagement:

• Plan and lead events and activities to engage corporate partners with Guild Care’s impact.
• Organise networking opportunities for partners with Guild Care’s leadership and beneficiaries.

Reporting & Evaluation:

• Track partnership performance against targets, maintaining records in the CRM system, Beacon.

What Kind of Person Are We Looking For?

Essential Candidate Criteria:

• Proven experience in corporate partnerships, business development, or fundraising, ideally within a charity or non-profit.
• Strong relationship management skills and ability to engage and inspire partners at all levels.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience preparing compelling proposals.
• Demonstrated ability to meet fundraising or revenue targets.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Knowledge of corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices and trends.

Desirable Candidate Criteria:

• Experience managing corporate fundraising events or campaigns.
• Familiarity with CRM systems for donor/partner management.

Who is Guild Care?

Founded in Worthing in 1933, Guild Care is West Sussex’s leading social care charity. Our mission is to support individuals to live fulfilling, safe, and secure lives, with a vision to reach all in need of care through accessible, effective, and compassionate services.

Why Choose Guild Care?

• Competitive Salary: Earn a salary that recognises your expertise.
• Work-Life Balance: Work regular hours, with some flexibility for events.
• Career Development: We’re committed to helping you grow in your role.
• Supportive Environment: Join a dedicated team improving lives in our community.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and become a driving force for positive change with Guild Care as our Corporate Partnerships Office

https://www.guildcare.org/corporate-partnerships-officer

Esteem are looking for a Trustee Safeguarding Lead (Voluntary)

Role title	Trustee Safeguarding Lead (Voluntary)
Accountable to	Chair of Trustees
Based at	Esteem office, Old School House, Shoreham-by-sea
Length of commitment	Minimum 1 year, up to 4 years (then can be reviewed)
Hours required	Approximately 1-2 hours per week
Remuneration	The Trustee Safeguarding Lead  is a voluntary position, although reasonable travelling expenses can be reimbursed
Application Deadline	This opportunity remains open
Interview date	To be confirmed
Start Date	To be confirmed
Application process	To apply, complete this Application Form - Trustee Safeguarding Lead Alternatively, please send an email to hr@Esteem.org.uk requesting an application form, ensuring you include the role title in your email. We will only shortlist applicants that have applied directly to our HR Department providing a completed application form. If you would like an informal discussion about the role or have any questions, please email cat.vizor@Esteem.org.uk The successful applicant will be required to provide two references and complete an Enhanced DBS check.

Overview

Esteem works with young adults aged 14 - 26 to build lasting self-Esteem and stronger communities through group activities and 1-2-1 support.

Esteem creates spaces where everyone matters.   

Esteem works with over 200 young adults annually across all of Sussex who face barriers to achieving their life goals. We have a base in Shoreham and offer a variety of different opportunities, including social drop-in sessions, mentoring, wellbeing sessions, volunteering and counselling. We have a dedicated staff team with various backgrounds and a commitment to championing the views of young adults throughout the organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer for a charity that is passionate about giving young adults the chance to develop their skills and confidence, both for their own benefit and for that of society as a whole. Esteem works with young adults to run Wellbeing, Social, Mentoring and Volunteering opportunities, with a youth-led and asset-based approach.

This voluntary role of Trustee Safeguarding Lead is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effective implementation of safeguarding policies and procedures within Esteem. The role requires a commitment to protecting the welfare of all beneficiaries, volunteers, and staff, ensuring that the organisation meets its legal and moral obligations to safeguard vulnerable individuals.

As part of the Board of Trustees you will be jointly and severally responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, its financial health, the probity of its activities and developing the organisation’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines. All trustees should also be aware of, and understand, their individual and collective responsibilities, and should not be overly reliant on one or more individual trustees in any particular aspect of the governance of the charity.

Individuals are sought who have a strong empathy with Esteem’s goal of enabling young adults to flourish. The Trustee Safeguarding Lead will be expected to contribute around 6 hours per month to the organisation, including board meetings, which run for two hours every two months, from 6-8pm at The Old School House, Shoreham. A minimum commitment of two years would be preferable. This post requires some flexibility due to the nature of Esteem being a growing organisation.

Your regular tasks and responsibilities will include:

●     Attend Board meetings on Tuesday evenings every 8 weeks at Esteem, from 6-8pm

●     Read meeting minutes and pre-reading documents ahead of meeting (sent at least 1 week before the meeting)

●     Contribute to all aspects of Esteems Strategy and maintain oversight of the organisation

●     Provide strategic oversight and guidance on all safeguarding matters at governance level

●     Ensure safeguarding is embedded in the organisation’s culture, practices, and decision-making processes

●     Develop, review, and update safeguarding policies and procedures to comply with legal requirements and best practices

●     Ensure that these policies are effectively communicated and implemented across the organisation

●     Promote awareness and understanding of safeguarding policies among trustees

●     Ensure that appropriate safeguarding training programs are developed and delivered regularly

●     Monitor compliance with safeguarding policies and procedures

●     Ensure that safeguarding incidents are appropriately recorded, investigated, and reported

●     Work alongside the DSL to report on safeguarding issues to the board of trustee, highlighting any risks or areas for improvement

●     Work with DSL to prepare and present regular safeguarding reports and updates to the board

●     Keep abreast of developments in safeguarding legislation, guidance, and best practices

●     Recommend improvements to safeguarding policies and practices

Person Specification

Essential:

●     Experience in a safeguarding role within a similar organisation or setting

●     Knowledge of UK safeguarding legislation, guidance, and best practices

●     Strong understanding of the safeguarding needs of vulnerable individuals

●     Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

●     Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently

●     Strong organisational and leadership skills

●     Excellent verbal and written communication skills

●     Commitment to working towards ESTEEM’s values of Trust, Support, and Respect

Desirable:

●     Professional qualification in social work, education, healthcare, or a related field.

●     Experience in a trustee or governance role.

●     Knowledge of Charity law and the voluntary sector.

●     Knowledge and understanding of issues affecting young adults.

●     Have knowledge of Google Drive

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory vetting and barring checks.

To apply  

  To apply, complete this Application Form - Trustee Safeguarding Lead

Alternatively, please send an email to hr@Esteem.org.uk requesting an application form, ensuring you include the role title in your email.

We will only shortlist applicants that have applied directly to our HR Department providing a completed application form.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role or have any questions, please contact Cat Vizor our Chief Officer on 07760 395085 or  cat.vizor@Esteem.org.uk

Sadly, without a completed application form we will not be able to consider your application.

What we offer

●       A Diverse and Inclusive Environment: Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to Esteem’s values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and support young adults and staff from different backgrounds so they can be their best selves. Our networks include All Sorts (LGBTQIA+), Adur Refugees and Possibility People.

●     Wellbeing Activities: You will be invited to attend wellbeing activities that our staff team and young adults enjoy every three months in our Wellbeing Week.

●     Training Opportunities: You will be invited to training opportunities.

Applicants that are offered an interview will be asked to provide two referees and bring ID to the interview to enable us to take up references and undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Esteem welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and promote inclusion through our activities, as well as in our policies and practices. Our culture and values reinforce this. We seek to create an inspiring and inclusive environment where all feel valued and able to contribute to the organisation.

If you have the skills, knowledge and drive that we are looking for, and are passionate about making a real difference in young adults' lives, we would love to hear from you.

Esteem are looking for a Trustee & Secretary (Volunteer Role)

Role Description

Role title	Trustee & Secretary
Accountable to	Chair of Trustees
Based at	Esteem office, Old School House, Shoreham-by-sea
Length of commitment	Minimum 2 years, up to 4 years (then can be reviewed)
Hours required	Approximately 1-2 hours per week
Remuneration	The Trustee & Secretary is a voluntary position, although reasonable travelling expenses can be reimbursed
Application Deadline	This opportunity remains open
Interview date	To be confirmed
Start Date	To be confirmed
Application process	To apply complete this Application Form - Trustee & Secretary Alternatively, please send an email to hr@Esteem.org.uk requesting an application form, ensuring you include the role title in your email. We will only shortlist applicants that have applied directly to our HR Department providing a completed application form. If you would like an informal discussion about the role or have any questions, please email cat.vizor@Esteem.org.uk The successful applicant will be required to provide two references and complete an Enhanced DBS check.

Overview

Esteem works with young adults aged 14 - 26 to build lasting self-Esteem and stronger communities through group activities and 1-2-1 support.

Esteem creates spaces where everyone matters.   

Esteem works with 200 young adults annually across all of Sussex who face barriers to achieving their life goals. We have a base in Shoreham and offer a variety of different opportunities, including social drop-in sessions, mentoring, wellbeing sessions, volunteering and counselling. We have a dedicated staff team with various backgrounds and a commitment to championing the views of young adults throughout the organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity to volunteer for a charity that is passionate about giving young adults the chance to develop their skills and confidence, both for their own benefit and for that of society as a whole. Esteem works with young adults to run Wellbeing, Social, Mentoring and Volunteering opportunities, with a youth-led and asset-based approach.

This voluntary role of Trustee & Secretary will include duties such as organising and minuting board meetings and some administrative duties to support the board.  As well as the normal duties of a trustee (see The Essential Trustee Duties) The main aim is for the Trustee Secretary to support the Chair and the CO in ensuring the smooth functioning of the board of trustees. This would also compliment other areas we seek to enhance the trustee team, which include a wide range of skills, and expertise in youth work, strategy planning, business development, financial administration and fundraising, as well as an interest in vocational and personal development for young people, combined with an in-depth understanding of our work and ambitions. 

You will be jointly and severally responsible for the overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, its financial health, the probity of its activities and developing the organisation’s aims, objectives and goals in accordance with the governing document, legal and regulatory guidelines. All trustees should also be aware of, and understand, their individual and collective responsibilities, and should not be overly reliant on one or more individual trustees in any particular aspect of the governance of the charity.

During Trustee meetings, your role would be to take minutes and record actions. Following each meeting, you would write up the minutes, share with the Board, as well as support the Chair and CO to plan for the next meeting.

Individuals are sought who have a strong empathy with Esteem’s goal of enabling young adults to flourish. The Esteem Secretary will be expected to contribute around 6 hours per month to the organisation, including board meetings, which run for two hours every two months, from 6-8pm at The Old School House, Shoreham. A minimum commitment of two years would be preferable. This post requires some flexibility due to the nature of Esteem being a growing organisation.

Your regular tasks and responsibilities will include:

●     Attend Board meetings on Tuesday evenings every 8 weeks at Esteem, from 6-8pm

●     Read meeting minutes and pre-reading documents ahead of meeting (sent at least 1 week before the meeting)

●     Contribute to all aspects of Esteems Strategy and maintain oversight of the organisation

●     Ensuring meetings are effectively organised and minuted

●     Ensuring meeting minutes are agreed with Chair and circulated post-meetings

●     Maintaining effective records and administration

●     Assisting the trustees to uphold  the legal requirements of governing documents, to be compliant with charity law, company law etc. (where relevant)

●     Communication and correspondence to include:

●     Liaising with the Chair to plan Board meetings

●     Draw on the Governance calendar to help plan agenda items and liaise with the CO  and trustees to produce the necessary updates for review at the Board meeting

●     Receiving agenda items from committee members and staff

●     Circulating agendas and reports with trustees, staff and Esteem’s youth steering committee with the support and direction of the CO and Chair

●     Assist in organising the Annual General Meeting - including

●     Developing the Agenda with the Chair

●     Organisation of venue and dates and invitations

●     Circulation of papers

●     Supporting the smooth running of the day

●     Minuting of the AGM

●     Seeking agreement of the minutes from Chair and distribution

●     Support the Trustees with organising trustee induction and ongoing training

Person Specification

Essential:

●     Excellent verbal and written communication skills

●     Effective time management and organisational skills

●     Ability to work to specified deadlines

●     A keen eye for detail

●     Experience of record keeping, information retrieval and dissemination of data/documentation to Trustees (or Directors or senior managers) and relevant parties.

●     Experience of writing agendas and concise minutes

●     Competent computer user and able to communicate by email

●     Able to exercise independent judgement and take reasonable care, skill and diligence in their role

●     Commitment to working towards Esteem’s values of Trust, Support, and Respect

Desirable:

●     Knowledge of Charity law and the voluntary sector.

●     Knowledge of, or experience in, the role of a company secretary

●     Knowledge and understanding of issues affecting young adults.

●     Have knowledge of Google Drive

Appointment to this role is subject to satisfactory vetting and barring checks.

To apply  

To apply complete this Application Form - Trustee & Secretary

Alternatively, send an email with your CV if you have one to hr@Esteem.org.uk requesting an application form, ensuring you include the role title in your email.

We will only shortlist applicants that have applied directly to our HR Department providing a completed application form.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role or have any questions, please email cat.vizor@Esteem.org.uk

Sadly, without a completed application form we will not be able to consider your application.

What we offer

●       A Diverse and Inclusive Environment: Equality, diversity and inclusion are central to Esteem’s values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and support young adults and staff from different backgrounds so they can be their best selves. Our networks include All Sorts (LGBTQIA+), Adur Refugees and Possibility People.

●     Wellbeing Activities: You will be invited to attend wellbeing activities that our staff team and young adults enjoy every three months in our Wellbeing Week.

●     Training Opportunities: You will be invited to training opportunities.

Applicants that are offered an interview will be asked to provide two referees and bring ID to the interview to enable us to take up references and undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Esteem welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We value diversity and promote inclusion through our activities, as well as in our policies and practices. Our culture and values reinforce this. We seek to create an inspiring and inclusive environment where all feel valued and able to contribute to the organisation.

If you have the skills, knowledge and drive that we are looking for, and are passionate about making a real difference in young adults' lives, we would love to hear from you.