To effectively coordinate the delivery of all trainee activity across multiple Giraffe sites.
To build and maintain strong relationships with partner organisations.
To effectively manage the recording, tracking and reporting of all trainee activity.
To organise and facilitate all follow up support as required.
Ensure effective practices and procedures are in place, providing staff training as required.
MAIN DUTIES:
Strategic/ Operational:
* Drive internal projects and activities to support and enhance the trainee journey.
* Develop new initiatives and partnerships to provide excellent outcomes for trainees.
* Build and maintain strong working relationships both internally and externally.
* Provide verbal and written reports as required by the Chief Executive and for the Board.
* Work closely with the Operations Manager/ CEO to oversee budget for activities and trainee focused projects.
Trainees:
* Manage pipeline of trainee referrals, ensuring individuals are matched with appropriate opportunities based on goals and support needs.
* Act as the main point of contact for trainees before, during and after their placement, offering advice and information face to face and by telephone/ email.
* Oversee a caseload of 30-40 trainee placements at any one time.
* Write/ share support plans with wider team for each new trainee.
* Provide hands on support daily to ensure each trainee gets the most out of their experience, and to support the wider staff team.
* Regular communication and interaction with referrers, parents, carers and external services to support individual journeys.
* Organise and oversee all formal training (both in-house and external) e.g. Modern apprenticeships, food hygiene, first aid etc.
* Support individuals with their progression to positive destinations e.g. into employment/ volunteering or further education/ training.
* Complete all database data entry as required, ensuring correct processes are followed at each stage of the trainee journey.
* Provide reports including case studies as required.
* Work with the Activities & Volunteer Coordinator to assess and monitor volunteer requirements for all trainee related activity.
* Assist with volunteer meetings, inductions, training and reviews.
HSEQ:
* Write and update risk assessments as required.
* Uphold and implement all policies and procedures throughout all aspects of the work of the organisation.
* Identify and organise staff training.
General:
* Contribute to the impact of the organisations functions through improving internal systems and identifying and implementing cost and time saving measures.
* Be committed to the work we do, always representing the organisation to the best of your ability.
* Work in accordance with the organisation’s policies and procedures.
* Always follow and represent the culture of the organisation through your work.
MAIN WORKING CONTACTS:
External: Referrers, partner agencies, parents/ carers, local third sector networks and contacts, local authority, statutory services.
OTHER DUTIES:
The job description is a broad picture of the post at the date of preparation. It is not an exhaustive list of all possible duties as it is recognised that jobs change over time. Should the duties change radically then the post and grading will be reviewed.
ANNUAL LEAVE:
29 days per annum on appointment increasing to 34 days upon 3 years’ service.
LOCATION:
The successful candidate will be required to work across all Giraffe sites, including our café on South Street, Community Kitchen in the Friarton area of Perth, and our office building which is also located in Friarton. There will be a requirement to occasionally work offsite to support trainees and provide training/ information sessions to partner organisations.
Application notes:
Please send a relevant and up to date CV and cover letter to info@checkin-giraffe.uk before the closing date on the 27th October 2024.
* Hybrid: Edinburgh, hybrid working with approximately 50% of time in the office.
* Closing 23rd October 2024.
We are looking to recruit a suitably experienced HR and Office Management Officer to support the charity specifically in the areas of HR and office management, providing advice and support to the organisation, and ensuring that the working environment and processes – both in the office and virtually – meet the needs of the wider team and facilitate service delivery.
This is a new role to support the Business & Finance Manager.
You will support the wider team’s development and implementation of strategies covering HR, health and safety, IT, data and office management.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting the staff team and their line managers with respect to good practice and compliance with HR, health and safety, IT, data and office management policies;
Ensuring that all employees are well equipped to operate safely, securely and effectively in person and remotely while hybrid or home working;
Implementing and updating respective policies, processes, recording and reporting.
Excellent IT skills are vital, as are strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines. The HR & Office Management Officer will have experience in a similar or related role.
The remuneration package will include a competitive salary, 34 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays, pro-rata), flexible working opportunities, hybrid working, and a generous contributory pension scheme with life insurance policy.
Organisational Profile:
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Perks of the Post:
* Paid PVG and SSSC fees.
* 30 days annual leave - rising to 35 days after 5 years’ service.
* Life Assurance.
* Access to Discount Scheme.
* Cycle to Work and Tech Scheme.
* Credit Union Affiliation.
* Health Plan.
* Flexible working options.
Next Steps:
For an informal chat or further information, contact Ryan (Area Lead) on 07885803772 or if you feel ready to apply now, click the link.
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