Maiden Lane Community Centre seeks Director of Operations
Closing date Wednesday 12 July 2017
Full details and how to apply on the Maiden Lane Community Centre website.
Clean Break seeks Cleaner
Full details and apply online at the Clean Break website.
Apprenticeships with Camden Council
· Carpentry
· Welding
· Plastering
· Bricklaying
Apprentices will be working on occupied and void properties both internally and externally
Salary will range from £13,046 to £14,642 dependent on age and experience
Open to CAMDEN residents and those that have attended CAMDEN School aged 16 to no upper age limit with GCSE’s A-D or equivalent qualifications
Please apply by Friday 14th July. Candidates must be available for an information session on Thursday 20th July and Assessments on 24th July. Interviews will be the week beginning 31st July.
The hours are Monday to Friday, which includes one day at college. There will be an opportunity to go onto higher levels
We look forward to receiving your referrals. Please contact the centre on 0207 974 5161 to apply for the positions and speak to an employment and training officer.
Camden Disability Action seeks Community Development Worker
3 days per week. £28,485 plus London Weighting Pro rata Flexible with some evenings and weekends. (Initially for a three month period)
CDA works with deaf and disabled people from all communities living or working in the London Borough of Camden. CDA seeks to identify and reduce health inequalities, address current gaps in services and support and enable deaf and disabled people to actively engage both in their personal lives and in the activities of the wider community.
CDA now wants to recruit an experienced Community Development Worker to work with the management committee and members to support this user led organisation through a period of opportunity and change.
Job application pack is on the VAC website. For further details about the organisation please go to the CDA website www.camdendisabilityaction.org.uk. For further details about the post contact Kevin Nunan. knunan@vac.org.uk. 020 7284 6550. Closing date Monday 3rd July. Interviews will be held on Friday 7th July.
Age UK Camden seeks Communications and Marketing Officer
28 hours per week Salary: Scale SO1 SP29-31 £29,424 to £31,141 pa pro rata
Permanent Contract Based at Tavis House WC1H
As Communications & Marketing Officer, you will lead on delivering Age UK Camden’s marketing and communications activities, and have previous experience of working within the voluntary sector or similar with exceptional writing, communication, networking and creative skills.
For further details and an application form visit our website www.ageukcamden.org.uk. email recruitment@ageukcamden.org.uk or telephone 020 7239 0400. No CVs, no agencies please.
Closing date for the above post is Monday 26th June 2017 9 am
Interviews will be held on Monday 10th July 2017
Lauderdale House seeks part-time Book-Keeper and part-time Marketing & Events Assistant
part-time Book-Keeper
Following a major refurbishment we are significantly expanding our activity and income and are looking for a Book-Keeper / Administrator to join our friendly team. The appointment is part-time and initially offered at 15 hours per week but as the programme expands we anticipate there will be scope to increase the number of hours. We’re looking for someone with an understanding and experience of the accounting principles specifically relating to charities and an interest in the arts and/or heritage. Closing date 8am Monday 26 June.
Further information at http://www.lauderdalehouse.org.uk/page.asp?ID=51&PID=8
part-time Marketing & Events Assistant
This is a hands-on role for an excellent communicator with initiative who will enjoy the variety of challenges each day, is a good problem solver and is target driven. It is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the operation of a small arts centre and make a difference by helping build our visitor numbers, ticket sales and events and obtain experience across a range of customer facing arenas.. Closing date 8am Monday 3 July.
Further information at http://www.lauderdalehouse.org.uk/page.asp?ID=51&PID=8
Lauderdale House is looking for Volunteers
to work with us in the newly refurbished House and help with our exciting and busy Education, Heritage and Arts programme.
Our existing volunteers include people of all ages looking to acquire new skills and experience as well as those who simply enjoy the opportunity to give something back to the community in a friendly
and creative atmosphere. There many opportunities to contribute to Lauderdale House and we like to work with people to agree programmes of work for every individual to ensure that everyone finds what they are looking for. Opportunities includes stewarding in the gallery and on reception both weekdays and weekends, answering the phone, supporting the marketing, helping with the education programme, helping with fundraising and /or general administration. Telephone us on 020 8348 8716 or email kives@lauderdale.org.uk with your CV and/or a note explaining what interests you
HameStart Camden Family Support Volunteer
Are you a parent, grandparent or have parenting experience?
Can you give 3 – 4 hours weekly to visit a family with young children who may be going through a difficult time? Enhance your skills with our training, supervision and fulfilling volunteer role
Next Preparation Course Starting 4th to 27th July Every Tuesday & Thursday 6pm to 9pm
Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603 or email: info@homestartcamden.org or www.homestartcamden.org.uk
Camden Futures Seeking Parent Volunteers in the Community
Camden Futures is recruiting parent volunteers to become Community Connectors and support Camden parents to access community resources. Apply via info@elfridacamden.org.uk or call Francesca on 020 7424 1622. Compulsory training will run on 7th, 14th and 21st July 2017.
Vacancy at the Refugee Therapy Centre: Chief Executive Officer
The Refugee Therapy Centre is looking for an experienced Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to supervise and manage all strategic and business aspects of the charity. The post has been made available by the retirement of the previous CEO and founder of the Charity.
£30,000 up to £35,000 (pro-rata) according to skills and experience
Deadline: 6pm on 30th June 2017
This is a 12 month contract with six months probationary period. Subject to review
To apply, please send a copy of your recent CV with contact details of two referees and a covering letter detailing your suitability for the role to:
Refugee Therapy Centre, 1A Leeds Place, Tollington Park, London N4 3RF.
Suitable candidates will be interviewed on Wednesday, 12 July 2017. For further information, please write to: info@refugeetherapy.org.uk
Heath Hands seeks Project Assistant
We’re launching an exciting new Community Outreach [http://heath-hands.org.uk/cms/community-outreach] project and are looking for a part-time Project Assistant to help deliver it. Heath Hands is the volunteer organisation for Hampstead Heath.
More information: http://heath-hands.org.uk/cms/jobs
Holy Cross Centre Trust is seeking volunteers
The Holy Cross Centre Trust works to promote the inclusion of socially isolated and marginalized individuals. We accomplish our work through innovative projects that support people’s desire to be active in their community, apart of social networks, and valued for what they can give back, as opposed to what they need. Based at 8 Fairhazel Gardens London NW6, HCCT is seeking volunteers for a variety of roles which you can view here.
Latin American House seeks Spanish Saturday School Teachers
We are looking for teachers who are passionate about teaching children to join our Children’s Spanish Saturday School (for primary school ages 5-11 years) starting in September 2017
You will be a native Spanish speaker, with experience of teaching children and with a teaching qualification, preferably in modern foreign languages (we accept non-UK teaching qualifications)
Hours of Work: 5 hours per week every Saturday during term time.
Hourly rate: £10 per hour plus generous paid annual leave entitlement (to be taken outside term-time)
Location: Kilburn, London. This is a permanent contract.
Full details of this position are available from:
www.casalatina.org.uk (Get Involved/Job Vacancies)
The Spanish Saturday School is part of Latin American House’s Children’s Education Project.
Closing date for applications: 20 June 2017. Interview dates: 6 and 8 July 2017
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.
Project Embrace are recruiting volunteers
Are you ready to become part of the mental health evolution? We are looking for a Director of Sales and a Director of Infrastructure to work closely with our core team to co-found a dynamic culture and ethos that will shape and drive the initial growth and build of a sustainable social enterprise.
Download job advertisement for Director of Infrastructure.
Download job advertisement for Director of Sales.
Apply by the 1st of July.
Email cover letter, 2 references and CV to: applications@project-embrace.com
Elfrida Rathbone seeks Volunteers
Inclusion Works supports young people (16-25) with mild to moderate learning disabilities to find work, volunteering and work experience opportunities. We are looking for volunteers who like working with young people to offer a minimum of a half-day a week to supporting a young person during their volunteering, work placement or journey into employment. This may be in settings such as shops, cafes, a garden centre, office or community centre. The project co-ordinator Helen will co-ordinate placements.
Experience of learning disabilities and/or education would be an advantage but is not essential. You will gain experience working in a small and friendly team in a rewarding role which encourages young people with learning disabilities to gain confidence and learn new skills. To apply e-mail info@elfridacamden.org.uk or call Helen on 020 7424 1639.
SHAK seeks Employability & Learning Co-ordinator
£28,000 p.a. | 35 hours /wk | Location: South Hampstead London
Shak (South Hampstead and Kilburn Community Partnership) is a resident led charity based on the iconic Alexandra and Ainsworth estate in the Kilburn ward of Camden NW London.
We are currently seeking a full-time Employability & Learning Co-ordinator to deliver and develop learning programmes and pathways which empower and upskill disadvantaged residents, progressing towards suitable employment and better life opportunities.
Closing date for the receipt of application is 25 June 2017, with interviews to take place the week beginning 3rd July 2017. Apply through Charity Jobs by visiting our vacancy page
SHAK seeks Health & Wellbeing Development Worker
£27,000 p.a. | 21 hours /wk | Location: South Hampstead London
Shak (South Hampstead and Kilburn Community Partnership) is a resident led charity based on the iconic Alexandra and Ainsworth estate in the Kilburn ward of Camden NW London.
We are currently seeking a part-time Health & Wellbeing development worker to launch and lead an innovative project recruiting, training and supporting residents as volunteer “Health Champions” to deliver their own healthy cooking groups, deliver positive health messages and lead community discussions about ways to improve physical and mental health.
Closing date for the receipt of application is 25 June 2017, with interviews to take place the week beginning 3rd July 2017. Apply through Charity Jobs by visiting our vacancy page
Bookkeeper Required
A small charity in Camden is looking to recruit a bookkeeper for 6 to 12 hours per month. Rates negotiable. For further detail contact shensby@vac.org.uk
Minute Taker Required
Small Camden based organisation is seeking a minute taker for its monthly meetings. Rates negotiable. For further details contact shensby@vac.org.uk
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Volunteers are needed in GP practices!
Voluntary Action Camden (VAC) would like to hear from you! We are training volunteers to become Community Health Advocates in local GP practices.
• Do you live, work or volunteer in Camden?
• Would you like to support people in your community to improve their health and their access to services that will help them to maintain good health and wellbeing?
• Do you want to develop experience and skills in the field of public health?
• Can you commit at least 2 hours per week?
VAC is offering free Royal Society of Public Health (RSPH) Level 1 training to those who want to volunteer their time to become Community Health Advocates. The RSPH Level 1 training is a two days course, with a 20 question multiple choice test at the end of the second day of training. It could provide a useful skill set and experience for people who may be interested in following a health related career path in the future.
After completing the training, VAC will support local teams of volunteers to act as links between community based services and GPs. You may wish to take advantage of additional opportunities to increase your knowledge, for example smoking cessation, cancer awareness, diabetes etc. In return for your commitment to the project for 2 hours a week we offer support, out of pocket expenses and other professional development opportunities.
For more information, please contact Mandira Manandhar, Health Advocate Volunteer Co-ordinator (Mon, Tues and Thurs) 020 7284 6550/07930669417 or email: mmanandhar@vac.org.uk
Peter Simonson on 020 7284 6550 or email: projectsupport@vac.org.uk
The RSPH training is provided FREE by on the understanding that participants are available to volunteer for the project and able to attend the regular training and support sessions.
Find Jobs and Volunteering opportunities at https://www.vac.org.uk/
