Voluntary Action Camden e-bulletin 1st June 2018

Volunteers’ Week Events

Volunteers’ Week, 1st-7th June, is the perfect time to thank your volunteers.
Volunteer Centre Camden are running three events and social media during Volunteers’ Week. VCC will be:
~ Kicking off Volunteers’ week with a social media campaign to celebrate volunteering in Camden and beyond.
~ Co-hosting a Volunteering Fair with Volunteer Centre Islington on Thursday 14th June, 12-2pm in Camden Town.
~ Hosting a Volunteer Managers’ Forum on Tuesday 19th June, 10am-1pm in Camden Town. This is for volunteer managers from everywhere to get together to discuss all things volunteer management.
~ Delivering a Volunteer Management Workshop. This time VCC will be looking at ‘FutureProofing: Reshaping Volunteer Involvement’, 10am-1pm at The Angel in Islington.

Deaf Question Time about the New Centre for Independent Living

We need your support and voice for our new Centre for Independent Living.
Wednesday 4th July, 7 – 9pm at Charlie Ratchford Centre, Belmont Street, NW1. All Camden deaf residents welcome.
No need to book – just turn up.

Glass Half Full

‘Glass Half Full’ is an alcohol harm reduction campaign for Camden and Islington, which will run throughout June 2018. It’s about making positive, small changes to drinking that can have a beneficial, life-changing impact. It is targeted at increasing and higher risk drinkers who are 45 and older, and we have worked with residents and used their own words in the campaign.
Contact: Angelina Taylor, Public Health Strategist, Camden and Islington Public Health (Email: Angelina.Taylor@islington.gov.uk / Tel: 0207 527 1324)

Become a Change Maker free training with North Camden Zone

North Camden Zone is going to be delivering a free one day training course to the voluntary and community sector organisations and individuals working with children, young people or families, called Become a Change Maker (Level 1). The training will focus on systems thinking and how to achieve systems change and will give you a better understanding on how that can help you understand change and support grassroots action to make North Camden a great place to grow up.
Attending this Level 1 training will also mean that your organisation is eligible for Level 2 of the North Camden Zone Change Maker Learning Programme. This includes 5 days free consultancy paid for by Lankelly Chase Foundation.
Wednesday, 27th of June, 9:30am to 4pm at Camden Town Hall, Training and Development Centre (2nd floor) Judd Street, London WC1H 9JE. Please book your place here.
If you have any questions please contact madalina@northcamdenzone.org.

Camden’s Community Get Together

Come along to Camden’s Community Get Together on Sunday 24th June. The event marks the start of the Mayoral year and celebrates culture and diversity across the borough.
Sunday 24th June 2018 3pm-5pm at Brunswick Square Gardens
Stalls available for groups to showcase their work. Please contact Caroline.Bartram@camden.gov.uk

VAC and GDPR

We’ve updated our privacy policy in line with GDPR and we are updating our membership records.  You can opt out of our communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe button at the bottom of this email.

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

See the Funding pages on VAC’s website for all the latest information.

The HS2 Camden Fund

The Camden Fund aims to strengthen the sense of place and alleviate the disruption of the development of HS2 Ltd. on local people by achieving one or more of the following aims:
1. A Happier and Healthier Camden
2. A Better Connected Camden
3. A Stronger Voluntary and Community Sector
Applications will be made directly to Camden Giving via website. We will make paper application forms available upon request.
We aim to inform applicants of the result of their application within 16 weeks. Applicants can submit applications at any point between midnight on the 15th May 2018 and midnight on the 14th May 2020. Full details at Camden Giving.

Near Neighbours Small Grants

The 5th Round of Near Neighbours funding is open to community organisations in Camden.  The fund will be opeing shortly.  Find out more at the website.

Young Londoners Fund Open for Application

The Young Londoners Fund aims to:
• Provide aspirational and positive activities to help support young people to make positive choices and reach their potential.
• stop them getting involved in violence and criminal activity.
• Improve coordination and capacity of London’s youth offer
£30 million is being made available and will be divided between two funding rounds with: Small grants of £10,000 to £30,000; Medium grants of £30,000 to £50,000; Large grants of £50,000 to £500,000
In addition, there is a budget for a small number of development grants of up to £5,000 for organisations who need further help to develop their project proposal and get their application ready to re-apply to the fund in 2019.
The deadline for applications is 12 noon on 9 July 2018.  Details here.

Anti-Knife Crime Community Fund

The Home Office has launched a second round of the Anti-Knife Crime Community Fund with £1 million available for projects taking place in 2018/19.
The fund has been set up to support community projects which reduce knife crime and have a positive impact on young people at risk of carrying a knife and committing crime.
Voluntary and community sector group can apply now for grants of up to £30,000. Applications for greater funding will be considered for projects with collaboration between partners. More details here.
The deadline for applications is 15 June 2018.

Ageing Better in Camden Community Activity Programme Invitation to Tender and Meetings

Ageing Better in Camden has identified a need for an increased number of supportive activities for older people over 60 across Camden. We are therefore commissioning a programme of organisations to deliver ‘Gold Standard’ Community Activities to enable older people to attend supportive and well run activities in their local community. The aim is to help older people reduce their social isolation and loneliness, as well as make connections and build networks.    Deadline Wednesday 4th July. See the website for details.  The last public meetings on the tender is on 8th June 11-12.  Please register your interest at ageingbetterincamden@ageukcamden.org.uk

Grantfinder

Looking for support to find funding?  VAC has the full version of Grantfinder, an online programme that let’s you search for sources of funding.
A member of VAC staff will sit down with you for an hour to show you how to use it and make the most of Grantfinder.  This is a free service for Camden voluntary and community groups.  To book your slot contact Ricky at acharles@vac.org.uk or call 020 7284 6550.
A simplified version of Grantfinder is available here.

Healthy Minds Programme with Mind in Camden

The latest Healthy Minds community programme is now available.  A range of activities are available from VAC, Mary Ward, Mind in Camden, BWA, Good Gym, the Round House and more.  Find out what’s on and how to book.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

More details on the VAC website: https://vac.org.uk/events/

Healthwatch Camden ‘Community Forum’

Healthwatch Camden will be hosting our annual ‘Community Forum’, followed by our regular Board Meeting, on Tuesday 26th June 2018.
• 4.30pm – 5.45pm Community Forum
• 6.00pm – 8.00pm Board Meeting
At The St Pancras & Somers Town Living Centre 2 Ossulston St, NW1 1DF
RSVP:info@healthwatchcamden.co.uk or Tel: 020 7383 2402
Please confirm any dietary & access requirements, by 12th June 2018

The end of the voluntary sector’s infrastructure? Are intermediary bodies doomed? Does it matter?

Voluntary Action History Society study day.
Saturday, 16th June 10 AM to 5 PM at Institute of Historical Research, Senate House, Malet Street, London WC1E 7HU
Registration fee: £35 for members of VAHS and £40 for non-members
Register via Eventbright

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

ESOL courses cater for adults (19+) who would like to improve their English speaking, listening, reading and writing, and/or gain qualifications to prove their level of proficiency in the language.
The Camden ESOL Advice Service runs free advice and assessment sessions at community venues across the borough for adults who want to join ESOL classes. Regular advice sessions are held at QCCA NW5, Training Link NW1, Shell 2 Centre NW8.
The service can also offer free, bespoke advice sessions at centres where there is an existing group (6 or more) of learners.  The option of hosting your own ESOL class may be available, subject to funding and demand. You can find out more by emailing esol@camden.gov.uk
Contact Zainab Asad if you have any questions Zainab.Asad@camden.gov.uk

Camden Giving Events

ESOL: Grant Advice Session
Thursday, 7 June, 11:30 AM 1:00 PM at H-Pod
Camden Giving are running 121 advice sessions for leaders of local voluntary/community groups in Camden who require English Language support to help with writing their applications to The Camden Fund.
For more information and to book an appointment, click here.
Grant Drop-In Evening Session
Tuesday, 12 June, 6:00 PM 7:30 PM
The Living Centre
Thinking of applying to Camden Giving for support? Come and talk to us about your plans to receive advice on your application.
No need to book, just turn up.

Free Level 2 Facility Services Training

Tuesday 19th – Friday 22nd June, 10AM – 4PM
Location: Hpod (Cumberland Market, London NW1 3RH – next door to Regents Park Practice)
This course provides an understanding of the services needed to run and manage buildings and business premises.
It covers subjects including: Health & Safety Regulations and Use of Protective Equipment, Environmental Issues and Working With Customers
Successful completion of the course will lead to a Level 2 Certificate in Facilities Service Principles.
If you are interested and would like more information, please contact David Hermanstein on 07908845154/020 7388 7932 or at david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk

Manor Gardens Summer Wellbeing Festival 30th June

Celebrating the wellbeing of our vibrant and diverse local community is at the heart of Manor Gardens Welfare Trust’s Summer Wellbeing Festival on Saturday 30th June between 12.30 and 4.30pm.
For enquiries please call Felicity Ford on 020 7561 5287 or email felicity@manorgardenscentre.org.

Courses for People with Learning Difficulties

City Lit Summer School  prospectus of classes running in July. Click here.

Deafblind UK, Deafblind Awareness Day

Wednesday 27th June, 11am—2pm
The Pirate Castle, 33 Oval Rd, Camden Town, London NW1 7EA
Come along and meet experts from a range of organisations specialising in sight and hearing loss. Free to attend, refreshments provided. Speak to experts about any concerns you may have and find out what support is available.
For more information, contact Sue Sinton Smith, sue.sintonsmith@deafblind.org.uk  Tel: 07940836882

VCC Volunteer Managers’ Forum

Tuesday 19 June, 10am to 1pm
An opportunity to discuss all things volunteer management and network with volunteer managers in Camden and beyond. Refreshments. Details here.

Two New Jobs at CDA/Centre for Independent Living

Engagement Officer
Information and Communications Officer
Camden Centre for Independent Living (Camden CIL) is a new service, run and controlled by disabled people. Its main purpose is to improve the life chances of disabled people in Camden and to promote the empowerment of Deaf and Disabled people in their everyday life.
For further details please contact Len Lauk on abhatt@vac.org.uk
Closing Date for both jobs: 8/6/2018 12:00 MIDNIGHT
Application pack can be downloaded from the CDA website.

Leighton College Course Leader at Elfrida Rathbone Camden

Hours: 28 hours per week Term time only
Salary: NJC spinal column points 29 – 31 (£29,424 – £31, 141 incl. Inner London Weighting pro rata)
Responsible to: Education Manager
Closing Date: Wednesday 20th June 2018, 5pm
To apply and for a full job description, please go to the website www.elfridacamden.org.uk/work-with-us/
If you have any questions please ring Sousan Luqman on 020 7424 1617 or email sousan@elfridacamden.org.uk.

Camden Carers Centre is recruiting for a Chair

Camden Carers Centre’s wonderful Chair is stepping down after 5 years in the role and we are looking for a new Chair. You would be joining the organisation at an exciting time; we have just secured a three year contract from Camden to continue to deliver services to carers in the borough.
To find out more please contact Allegra Lynch CEO for an informal chat on 020 7428 8950 or email allegra@camdencarers.org.uk for more info. A discussion with the current Chair to find out more about the role can also be arranged. Applicants will need to submit a CV and supporting statement by end of June.

Hopscotch Asian Women’s Centre is recruiting for a Care Coordinator for the Homecare team.

Care Coordinator 35hrs per week Permanent £23,122 Incl. ILW
Closing date: Tuesday 19th June 2018 at 12 noon
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Sophie Mangara, Registered Homecare Manager on 020 7380 1019.
For all other details and an application pack, please contact Ruksana Begum, HR Administrator:
Tel: 020 7388 8198  E-mail: recruitment@hopscotchawc.org.uk Web: www.hopscotchawc.org.uk

Hillside Club House vacancies

Two vacancies for IPS employment caseworkers at Hillside Clubhouse on our exciting Camden Work and Wellbeing Individual Placement and Support employment service.
Details of the jobs are at: https://jobs.theguardian.com/job/6731891/ips-employment-caseworker/
If you have any questions about the role please talk to James Davies in the first instance on 020 7700 6408 – jdavies@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk.  Closing date – 11 June.

Bookkeeper needed at HCCT

HCCT are looking for an experienced and flexible bookkeeper to work with us 1-2 days a week at our office in NW6.
Applicants must have experience using Sage 50 Accounts to:
-Record day to day financial transactions and complete the posting process
-Maintain cash book, petty cash and monthly bank rec
-Bring the books to the trial balance stage
-Closing year in Sage and supporting independent examiner to produce statutory accounts
There will also be some management accounts / forecasting responsibility as part of the role so strong Excel skills are also desirable.
We are open to flexible working arrangement and a good hourly £ rate for the right person.
Interested applicant should send a short CV and letter outlining their relevant experience to Jonathan Bowles jonathan.bowles@hcct.org.uk

West Hampstead Womens Centre Female Advocacy/Intervention/Admin Worker

£24,880 pro rata funded until 30/04/2021 21 hours per week
To take responsibility of developing and maintaining our intervention, advocacy and support service and to carry out admin and reception support.
For an application pack contact West Hampstead Women’s Centre by email begona@whwc.org.uk  or  call 020 7328 7389.
This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS check.
This post is open to women only in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Closing date: Friday 8th June 2018 at 5pm.

Camden Community Connectors (1 post)

21 hours pw over 4 days £29,424 to £31,141 pro rata +  6% pension
Age UK Camden is a lively and innovative charity providing a wide range of services and support to older people in the London borough of Camden.
As a Community Connector, you’ll link older people who are isolated to opportunities and activities that support a greater sense of wellbeing.
To succeed, you’ll need to be motivated with a proactive, can-do attitude. Community minded, you’ll be passionate about improving later life.
For further details and an application form visit www.ageukcamden.org.uk or email jobs@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400.
Closing date: Monday 4th June – 9 am. Interview date: Monday 11th June.

Camden Giving seeks Cross-sector Partnerships manager

Full-time, £30,000 pa, permanent contract
We are recruiting for a Cross-Sector Partnerships Manager to join Camden Giving at an exciting time for us as a start-up charity.
The successful applicant will have a strong commitment and passion for local giving and volunteering. We particularly welcome applicants who have experience of working in the for-profit sector either in sales, CSR, HR, marketing or technology.
Email a cover letter explaining your relevant skills and experience and a CV to admin@camdengiving.org.uk by the midnight on the 13th June 2018.
Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed on the 2nd and 3rd of July.

Vacancy at Hillside Clubhouse

Work & Wellbeing Individual Placement & Support employment service.
The vacancy is for an IPS Operations Manager (covering secondary care, JCP and TAP) managing a team of six in a range of integrated venues across Camden.
Details of the job are online.
If you have any questions about the role please talk to James Davies  on 020 7700 6408 – jdavies@hillsideclubhouse.org.uk.  Closing date: 4 June.

The Brandon Centre has 3 job vacancies

Receptionist Administrator
Operations Manager
Counselling and Psychotherapy Referrals Co-ordinator (Maternity cover)
See the website for full details: http://brandon-centre.org.uk/info/vacancies/

HostNation seeks Volunteers

HostNation is an online London-wide introductory service, connecting volunteer  befrienders with lonely refugees and asylum-seekers. The emphasis is on social support so refugees can learn about British culture, practise their English, explore new parts of town,  have some fun. Matching people who live in the same part of the city is a key criterion, making it easier to meet and for refugees to discover ways to enjoy their local area for free with a local person. The commitment is to meet once a week or once a fortnight over three months.
HostNation would particularly welcome more registrations of male volunteers.

VAC Membership Update

It’s time to renew your VAC membership.  We’ve recently made membership free for everyone (not just unfunded groups).  So take advantage and join up with other voluntary organsations in Camden.  We’ve sent an email directly to existing members – that’s the easiest way to update your details –  so look out for that email in your inbox (it’s from info@vac.org.uk). If you didn’t get the email you can sign up at this link – it’s quick and easy. Take a look at our latest Annual Report and an overview of our work.

Our mailing address is:
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