Charity Assistant Director

6 months ago


Sunderland, United Kingdom Ripple Education Full time

Ripple Education, in partnership with More Than Grandparents, is recruiting for the position of Assistant Director for the charity.

More Than Grandparents is a wonderful charity supporting Kinship carers in the North East.

Assistant Director

**Job Type**: Full time
**Contract**: 12 months Fixed term
**Days of work**: Monday to Friday
**Hours**: 37 Hours per Week
**Salary**: £29,000
**Location**: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
**Address**: Lambton House, First floor, 145 High Street West, West Sunniside, Sunderland, SR1 1UW

**Job Purpose**:
More Than Grandparents is an independent registered charity based in Sunderland ran by and for Kinship Carers and their families we are looking for an Assistant Director to help support the daily run of our charity, complete accounts/book keeping, procurement/ commissioning of services, writing funding bids, fundraising, fund reporting, promotional work, volunteer coordinator, project management, training, event planning, engaging with partners, support services provision and proving cover of the CEO during Annual Leave. You will be answerable directly to the CEO to help maintain a smooth operation of the administration of the Charity.

Our service users are often under extreme pressure therefore it is essential that
you have excellent communication skills and can demonstrate empathy when taking calls from our clients who often self-refer to our service.

**Responsibilities**:

- Answer the telephone and deal with general enquiries, taking accurate messages and directing calls where required
- Resolve/ Escalate issues that may arise
- Answer the door and welcome any visitors to the service, ensuring they sign in and out
- Ensure mail is dealt with appropriately and distributed on a daily basis
- Ensure stationary supplies are ordered as required for the office
- Prepare letters and progress report documents for funders
- Organise meetings and take minutes when required
- Manage diaries/appointments for the CEO
- Tidy and maintain any communal areas
- Update database keeping Service User records up to date
- Complete all mandatory training - including e-learning - within the timescale required and be willing to work towards any relevant qualifications
- Participate in meetings which relate to the general day-to-day running of More than Grandparents.
- Undertake general administrative duties and any other duties
- Book keeping and completion of accounts
- Leasing with Accountant, for external accounts submission
- Undertake project management role
- Develop training packages
- Take the lead in Event Planning and fund raising events
- Engaging with partners and promotional work
- Supporting with service provision where required
- Commissioning and procurement of partners
- Support CEO in writing funding bids
- Any other business necessary to support the CEO

Person Specification

Essential
- Must have experience in working with and developing Databases such as Airtable or Similar
- Must have project experience
- Must have experience of bid writing and reporting
- Volunteer coordinator experience and management
- Experience of fund raising and event planning
- Must have experience of developing training packages
- Excellent communication Skills
- Administrative experience
- Must be hard working and reliable
- Must be a people person and approachable
- Must be passionate, bubbly and outgoing
- The ability to listen and show empathy to our clients who are often under extreme pressure is essential
- Responding professionally to calls form other services is also essential

Desirable
- Experience of Kinship care (however training can be given), the care system or the charity sector (either lived or professional)
- Experience of commissioning/ partnership working

**Benefits and Holidays**:

- Flexible working available
- 27 days per year pro rata including Bank holidays

Commitment to safeguarding

More than grandparents are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. We recognise it’s our responsibility to take all reasonable steps to promote safe practice and to protect children, young people and vulnerable adults from harm, abuse and exploitation.

Employees and volunteers will endeavour to work together to encourage the development of an ethos which embraces difference and diversity and respects the rights of those we support.

**More Information**:
Please feel free to reach out to Ripple Education for more information about the position.
**Phone**: 0191 731 4599



  • Sunderland, United Kingdom South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Job summary We arelooking for an exceptional Personal Assistant and Administrator to join ourCorporate Affairs and Charity Team. You will play a vital role in the day to day runningof the Corporate Affairs office, including supporting the Head of CorporateAffairs and Charity with a range of admin tasks. You will also be part of theTrusts STS Charity...

  • Charity Shop Volunteer

    6 months ago


    Sunderland, United Kingdom Age UK Full time

    **About us** Age UK is the country's leading charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. The over-60s is the fastest-growing group in society and there are more of us than ever before. Ageing is not an illness, but it can be challenging. At Age UK we provide services and support at a national and local level to inspire, enable and...


  • Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom Mental Health Matters Full time

    A Career Opportunity at MHMAs a forward-thinking charity, we're seeking an experienced leader to join our Business Team as Head of Business Development.This exciting role will provide visible and confident leadership, developing innovative service offers that promote our vision and values to commissioners.You'll be responsible for building and maintaining...


  • Sunderland, United Kingdom South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To provide a comprehensive and professional personal assistant service to the Executive Director of Human Resources & Organisational Development (HR&OD), managing sensitive matters in a discreet and confidential manner. To provide an efficient and effective secretarial service to the Executive Director of HR&OD including record keeping, managing diaries,...

  • Personal Assistant

    8 months ago


    Sunderland, United Kingdom South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Please see attached Job Description for full details The post holder will provide a range of administrative, secretarial and clerical support to the Director of Midwifery in pursuing the national maternity objectives. To provide personal assistance to the Director of Midwifery in formulating plans, policies and strategies, and monitoring arrangements for...


  • Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom Zwolle IT City Full time

    This role offers a fantastic chance to make a significant impact in the lives of our residents at Holy Cross Nursing Home in Sunderland.We are seeking caring and compassionate individuals to join our team as Care Assistants, providing high-quality care and support to our older residents.As a Care Assistant, you will play a vital role in promoting the...

  • Personal Assistant

    8 months ago


    Sunderland, United Kingdom South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The post holder will provide a comprehensive professional personal assistant and secretarial service to the Executive Director of Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professionals, managing sensitive matters in a discreet and confidential manner. The post holder will be confident and use excellent organisational skills, be able to work on their own...

  • Director of Sales

    6 months ago


    Sunderland, United Kingdom Seaton Hospitality Full time

    The 4* Roker Hotel are seeking to appoint a Director of Sales. The Director of Sales role is a senior role within the hotel’s Management Teams, reporting directly to the General Manager and is pivotal in driving forward our performance, exceeding budgets, and growing market share. **Key responsibilities include**: - Work closely with the General Manager...


  • Sunderland, United Kingdom Emmersons Solicitors Full time

    Legal Assistant/Receptionist Emmersons Solicitors require an administrator to support our teams in Sunderland. This is a long term position and will not lead to a Training Contract. We are able to offer flexible start and finish times to fit around family commitments. We do not discriminate on age. We are ideally looking for someone who will work from...


  • Sunderland, United Kingdom Emmersons Solicitors Full time

    Legal Assistant/Receptionist Emmersons Solicitors require an administrator to support our teams in Sunderland. This is a long term position and will not lead to a Training Contract. We are able to offer flexible start and finish times to fit around family commitments. We do not discriminate on age. We are ideally looking for someone who will work from...


  • Sunderland, United Kingdom Emmersons Solicitors Full time

    Legal Assistant/Receptionist Emmersons Solicitors require an administrator to support our teams in Sunderland. This is a long term position and will not lead to a Training Contract. We are able to offer flexible start and finish times to fit around family commitments. We do not discriminate on age. We are ideally looking for someone who will work from...


  • Sunderland, United Kingdom Salvation Army Trading Co. Ltd. Full time

    Are you an organised person who likes things to be neat and tidy? Would you enjoy shifting through our donations to uncover hidden gems and sorting into different categories? Whether you’re a lover of vintage clothing, stunning jewellery or enjoy reading and gaming, this is the role for you. Salvation Army Trading Company Ltd is the trading arm of The...

  • Domestic Assistant

    7 months ago


    Sunderland, United Kingdom NHS Property Services Full time

    We have a fantastic opportunity for a part time **Domestic Assistant/Cleaner **join our team based at Sunderland - Pallion Health Centre. - Hours of Work 16 per week - Monday Friday 6am-9am - £11.45 per hour - No DBS required **About the role**: - This role will deliver a full cleaning service within NHS Property Services premises in accordance with the...

  • Domestic Assistant

    6 months ago


    Sunderland, United Kingdom NHS Property Services Full time

    We have a great opportunity for a Domestic Assistant to join our team based in Monkwearmouth Health Centre. The salary on offer is £22,383.00 per annum. (Pro rata for part time hours). This is a permanent, part time position working 12.5 hours per week. The working pattern will be Monday to Friday 4.30pm-7pm. No DBS required. We also offer; 27 days...


  • Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom Zwolle IT City Full time

    Nursing Home Support AssistantWe are seeking an enthusiastic Nursing Home Support Assistant to join our team at Holy Cross Nursing Home. As part of St Cuthbert's Care, we strive to deliver exceptional care to our residents, and we need someone who shares our passion and values.The successful candidate will receive a salary of £23,666 per annum, plus...


  • Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom Mental Health Matters Full time

    Company OverviewMental Health Matters is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities.As Head of Business Development, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our...

  • Retail Sales Assistant

    6 months ago


    Sunderland, United Kingdom Applegreen UK (Petrogas Group UK Ltd) Full time

    Sales Assistant Are you interested in growing your career & opportunities in one of the fastest growing forecourt retailers in Ireland, the UK AND US? From fuel to food, we offer customers a wide range of great products and the highest standards of customer service. We care deeply about the communities in which we are involved, and since 2009 Applegreen plc...


  • Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom Burger King Full time

    About Our TeamWe're a fast-moving, high-energy crew that values ambition and dedication. As a Crew Performance Director, you'll play a key role in driving our success by leading high-performing restaurant teams and developing strategies to achieve sales growth.Job ResponsibilitiesDriving sales growth while controlling costsLeading high-energy restaurant...


  • Sunderland, United Kingdom All Temps Recruitment Ltd Full time

    We are currently recruiting for 2 x Technical Support Assistant's to join a local busy team within Sunderland. **The Role**: - Provide a technical administrative support service whilst delivering a first-class professional service to customers. - Work in partnership with other Sections and Directorates of the Council and external organisations. - Assisting...

  • Personal Assistant

    6 months ago


    Sunderland, United Kingdom North East & North Cumbria ICB Full time

    The ICB is responsible for ensuring that high quality and safe health services are accessible to all our communities. It has a wide range of functions including promoting integration of health and care services, improving people's health and wellbeing, and reducing health inequalities. With a £6.6 billion budget and a workforce of 170,000 people across...