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SSAFA’s Personal Support & Social Work Service has a vacancy for a full-time Personal & Family Support Worker at RAF Odiham in Hampshire. The service provides a professional, confidential and comprehensive range of social work and welfare support services to the RAF Community within the UK.

SSAFA is an employer that values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Our colleagues come from varied backgrounds but we all have one thing in common – the desire to make a difference. What’s it like to work for SSAFA?  Watch our video to find out.

About the team

The Personal Support & Social Work Service comprises of 60 qualified and un-qualified social workers and administration support.  We have a presence at RAF stations across the UK.

This role is located at RAF Odiham, part of the friendly and supportive South Team.  We are a hard-working team, dispersed across the South of England.  Although we all have our own area of responsibility, we support each other in delivering the best possible service to the military community. You’ll join us as we mark 30 years of serving the RAF as the PS & SWS.

About the role

This is a unique opportunity for an empathic person to join our team and contribute to the further development of the service. You will have the opportunity to develop and add to your existing skills and knowledge base in the Social Care field whilst providing welfare support to all serving RAF personnel, their immediate family and dependents. You’ll work closely with Station Commanding Officers across a vast geographical area, as well as with relevant Local Authorities, Health and other civilian agencies. This is an exciting and sometimes unpredictable role where no two days are the same!

Find out more about the 30 year history of the Personal Support & Social Work Service and hear from a team member at RAF St Mawgan on our careers page.

About you

To carry out this role successfully you will have:

• Demonstrable experience of working in the field of Health and Social Care i.e. local authority, children and families/adults services. 
• The ability to manage a caseload through your experience of carrying out assessments, preparing plans and monitoring and reviewing outcomes.
• Excellent IT skills including experience of using a case management system.

You must be prepared to travel in the course of your work and a full driving licence and use of car are essential.

See the full job description on the left hand pane of this page. 

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No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

It's vital that you use your supporting statement to demonstrate you have the knowledge, skills and experience relevant to the essential requirements of the person specification. Please provide specific examples of what you have done and how you believe this demonstrates you meet each requirement. Please note applications without supporting statements will be disregarded.

Closing date: Midnight on 31^st January 2021

Interviews: 16^th and 17^th February 2021. If you are invited to attend an interview you will be required to undertake an aptitude test as part of the selection process.

SSAFA is an Equal Opportunities Employer uses the Disclosure & Barring Service. SSAFA is committed to safeguarding and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

£17,382.50 per annum, pro rata

37 hours per week

Episkopi, Cyprus

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Business Support Administrator in the Community Health Team at SSAFA, the UK’s oldest national tri-service military charity.

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing lifelong support to our Forces and their families since 1885. Last year our teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 85,000 people in need, from Second World War veterans to young men and women who have served in more recent conflicts, and their families.

SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. We are here for that person – any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us.

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual for the role of a Business Support Administrator for the Community Health Team in Episkopi.

Requirements

To carry out this role successfully you will have:

• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
• Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point
• A full, current driving licence with the ability to drive manual cars as you may be required to travel across the island
• Proven administrative experience
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise
• Demonstrable communication skills
• Experience of working within a Community Health environment would be advantageous.

SSAFA is an employer that values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

For further information

If you have any queries or would like to speak to someone about this role, please contact Episkopi Community Health Team Leader Helen Provan at Helen.Provan@ssafa.org.uk for an informal discussion.

To apply, visit SSAFA’s website

Closing date: Midnight on 27^th January 2021

Interviews: TBC. If you are invited to attend an interview you will be required to undertake an aptitude test as part of the selection process.

If you wish to apply for any of our vacancies, you will be asked to answer some screening questions before completing an application form and uploading your CV.  Personal data to progress your application for employment is covered under the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) Article 6 Section 1b and Article 9 2b and c. Your details will not be used for any other purpose or shared with a third party without your permission.  Data on unsuccessful candidates will be retained for one year from the vacancy being filled. If you take up employment with us, your information will be held for the duration of your employment plus six full calendar years. Further details are contained in SSAFA’s Privacy Statement at https://www.ssafa.org.uk/hr-privacy-notice

SSAFA is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service.

All SSAFA staff have a responsibility in relation to safeguarding. All staff must be familiar with, and adhere to, SSAFA child protection procedures and guidelines, in conjunction with the Local Command Safeguarding Children’s Board (LSCB) policies and procedures.

Up to £29,500 per annum pro-rata

12.5 hours per week, term-time only

British Forces Cyprus

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a part-time Child Health Nurse (schools) to join the Community Health Team at SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity in the Western Sovereign Base Area, Cyprus.

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, supports the person behind the uniform; any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us. Every year, SSAFA helps more than 85,000 people from the Forces family to get back on their feet; those currently serving, reserves, veterans and their families. Support is there for people at any stage in their military career; from the youngest recruit to the oldest veteran – no one’s service is ever forgotten. We give hope, help and personal support for as long as it takes to get that person’s life back to where they want it to be.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a part-time Child Health Nurse (schools) to join the Community Health Team at SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity in the Western Sovereign Base Area, Cyprus.

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, supports the person behind the uniform; any time they need us, in any way they need us, for as long as they need us. Every year, SSAFA helps more than 85,000 people from the Forces family to get back on their feet; those currently serving, reserves, veterans and their families. Support is there for people at any stage in their military career; from the youngest recruit to the oldest veteran – no one’s service is ever forgotten. We give hope, help and personal support for as long as it takes to get that person’s life back to where they want it to be.

About the role

The Child Health Nurse (schools) is the key health worker in allocated schools, working across education and health to provide a link between school, home and the community. The role involves working with children and young people aged 5 – 19 years old in education and assisting the Community Health Team to deliver the Healthy Child Programme to children of all ages. The role is supported by the School Nurse Coordinator and Episkopi Locality Team Leader/School Nurse.

About the team

The SSAFA team in Cyprus consists of a multi-disciplinary Community Health Team supported by Primary Care and visiting community consultants.

About you

To carry out this role successfully you will be an NMC registered Nurse with a commitment to delivering a high standard of child focused, family centred care. Experience of undertaking immunisations would be an advantage although training can be given. The ability to work autonomously, as well as being an effective team player, are essential.

SSAFA is an employer that values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

For further information

If you have any queries or would like to speak to someone about this role, please contact Helen Provan Episkopi Locality Team leader  Helen.Provan@ssafa.org.uk Tel 00357 99618364 for an informal discussion.

To review the job description and the benefits SSAFA has to offer download the relevant document from the left hand pane.

To apply, click the apply now button below!

Closing date: midnight on  26^th January 2021

Interviews: date to be confirmed

SSAFA is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service.

If you wish to apply for any of our vacancies, you will be asked to answer some screening questions before completing an application form and uploading your CV.  Personal data to progress your application for employment is covered under the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) Article 6 Section 1b and Article 9 2b and c. Your details will not be used for any other purpose or shared with a third party without your permission.  Data on unsuccessful candidates will be retained for one year from the vacancy being filled. If you take up employment with us, your information will be held for the duration of your employment plus six full calendar years. Further details are contained in SSAFA’s Privacy Statement at https://www.ssafa.org.uk/hr-privacy-notice

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full time Senior Major Gifts Officer within the Fundraising department at SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.

About the role

Built on firm foundations of traditional major donor development over the last five years, we have a small but committed portfolio of major and mid-value supporters. Now we need to make a step change, exploring new potential donors, expanding our networks and building a robust pipeline of new supporters for the future, whilst continuing to offer excellent stewardship to our current supporters.

About the team

The Major Gifts team is a small professional team raising substantial fundraising income from Trusts and Foundations and High Net Worth individuals. The Senior Major Gifts officer will have responsibility for adding to the income stream through individual donors. There is a wealth of experience within the team and a positive supportive team ethic.

About you

A proven track record of achieving income targets through successful philanthropy fundraising, with experience of developing thriving relationships with funders or key partners and a proficient understanding of donor management will allow someone to thrive and develop within this role.  Our small team would benefit from new perspectives and idea so that together we can grow this income stream for one of the oldest military charities.

SSAFA is an employer that values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

For further information

If you have any queries or would like to speak to someone about this role, please contact Sophie Egan on 07384 525143 for an informal discussion.

To review the job description download a copy from the left hand pane. 

To apply, click the apply now button below!

Closing date: Midnight on 25 January 2021

Interviews: 2 and 3 February 2021. If you are invited to attend an interview you will be required to undertake an aptitude test / deliver a presentation as part of the selection process.

SSAFA is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for part time Branch Administrator (Finance) on a one year fixed term contract to join the Leicestershire and Rutland Branch at SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.

About the role

You will be maintaining the branch bank accounts, maintaining financial records (including recording the receipt of all monies paid to/paid by the Branch and making all authorised payments - SSAFA provides an online Finance Management System for this purpose), providing financial reports to the Branch Chairman, preparing and submitting an annual return of the branch financial activity to SSAFA Central Office and maintaining a close relationship with SSAFA’s Finance Department.  You will also need to maintain an excellent working relationship with the members of the Branch, the majority of whom are volunteers.  Other contact may be required with Local Authority staff and those of assistance provider service charities.  The role requires adherence to SSAFA’s policies and promoting SSAFA’s values and standards, including the code of confidentiality, equality diversity and inclusion, and compliance with SSAFA’s data security requirements.

(During the COVID pandemic appropriate social distancing and working from home guidance applies)

About the team

You will work very closely with the Branch Secretary (employed staff) and Branch Chairman (volunteer) whilst having regular contact with volunteers in the branch.  These are mainly the volunteer caseworkers who carry out the support delivery to SSAFA’s clients and a small number of fundraisers.  Line management will be through a regionally based Volunteer Support Manager, though day to day tasking and oversight will be delivered by the Branch Secretary. 

About you

To carry out this role successfully you will have a track record of:

• Working within a confidential and data security environment
• Experience of financial management and working with bank accounts
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Computer literacy and competency with MS Office applications
• Working as part of a team and to deadlines, desirably with volunteers
• Competency with web-based data recording systems
• Receiving and recording enquiries and initiating appropriate action
• Competency in office administration
• You will need to understand and be committed to SSAFA’s mission, vision and values

A full Job Description and Person Specification is available

SSAFA is an employer that values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate and no fees will be payable.

For further information

To review the job description and review the benefits SSAFA has to offer download a copy from the left hand pane. 

If you have any queries or would like to speak to someone about this role, please contact the Branch Chairman Phil Watson on 07724 061413 for an informal discussion.

To apply, click the apply button below!

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 31 January 2021. SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier if the target number of applications is reached.

Interviews: Proposed interview date 12 February 2021 These will be conducted online using MS TEAMS.

SSAFA is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service.