Voluntary Action Camden

Voluntary Action Camden e-bulletin 8th June 2018


VAC Weekly Newsletter
8th June 2018

News  |  Funding  |  VAC Events  |  Other Events  |  Jobs & Volunteers  |  Offers & Resources

Highlights

Camden Mela; Resistance at Torriano; Pro Touch Community Festival; Faith and Belief Community Awards; Centre 404 AGM; VCC News; HS2 Camden Fund; Two Courses at West Euston Partnership; Camden PPG Open Meeting + training, events, funding opportunities, jobs,  volunteering and more

Feature 

Camden Mela

Promoting Community Cohesion and Celebrating Diversity with music, stalls, funfair, dance and instruments
Sunday 15th July Coram’s Fields 93 Guilford Street WC1N
Mela 12-6.00pm. Parade from 2.30-3.00pm
To participate in the parade on the day please meet by the stage in Coram’s Fields at 2:00pm.
For further information and stall bookings please contact:
Nasim Ali Tel: 07852 223403 or  Email: Nasim.ali@kcbna.org.uk

Resistance at Torriano

A  9-day residency by The Resistance Crew at Torriano. We’ll be showing our latest selection of artefacts from the last 30 years of UK protest.
Join us at the Exhibition Preview at 7.30pm on Friday 8 June for music, drink and a chat about future plans.
If you’ve got any archive material from past campaigns, come to the ‘How to Archive’ session on Sunday 10 June 2-6 to learn how to put your precious stuff online in a permanent and accessible way (bring a laptop if possible, though this is not necessary).
Or bring in some archive photos, documents, or video at any of these times:
12 – 16 June 2 – 5.30pm
For further archiving details: historyofresistance@gmail.com
Opening times for the exhibit and frull programme:
Friday 8  – Sunday 17 June 2-10pm
Monday 11 June 7.30pm RiseUp Workshop
Tues 12 June 6.30pm Occupy films and chat
Thurs 14 June 7.30pm Resistance Stories
Fri 15 June 7.30pm Music and social
Sat 16 June 6-10pm Film Night

Camden Patient & Public Engagement Group Meeting

The next CPPEG public meeting  will be held on Tuesday 12 June (14:00 – 16:00)  at St Pancras Hospital in the conference room.
1: Presentation: Patient Experience at UCLH
Presenter: Lisa Anderton, Head of Patient Experience, University College London Hospitals NHs Foundation Trust
2: Presentation: NHS Birthday Celebrations (70th)
Presenter: Kathy Elliott, Vice Chair, Camden Clinical Commissioning Group
3: Presentation: Increasing the utilisation of Patient Online (POL) & the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS)
Presenter: Beth Nelson, Data Quality Facilitator, Camden Clinical Commissioning Group
PPG newsletter shares all the latest news and opportunities for patients and the public. Please email camccg.communications@nhs.net to subscribe.

Pro Touch Invitational and Community Festival 2018

Market Road Football Pitches N7.
Sunday 10th June 10th June 2018. 12 – 6pm
DJs, Face painting, multi sports activities, raffle, refreshments, football tournaments and more. info@protouchsa.co.uk

London Faith & Belief Community Awards 2018 now open

If you know an organisation or project that deserves recognition for their work, this is your opportunity to nominate them.
We are especially interested in work that focuses on:
– Youth
– Interfaith relations
– Peace and reconciliation
– Promoting inclusion
– Faith and creative arts
– Improving access to services
– Health and wellbeing
To nominate a project, please go to our website and complete the short nomination form.
Self-nominations for all categories are welcome and all entries of the correct length will be considered. The information you submit may be used for PR purposes and we may contact you for more information.
Nominations close on: 16th July 2018

Centre 404 AGM and Summer Party

12th July 5pm
Drinks, refreshments, creche
RSVP to general@centre404.org.uk or tel: 020 7607 8762

Volunteer Centre Camden News

Catch up with all things volunteering with the VCC newsletter

Camden Disability Action

Catch up with the latest news from Camden Disability Action.

National

The Council’s Funding Bulletin has been replaced by Camden 4 Community

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
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. 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

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/

Two New Courses from West Euston Partnership

Mighty Oaks Confidence Building Course
Fridays 29th June, 6th July, 13th July and Wed 18th July 10am – 12.30pm
at West Euston Partnership, 29-31 Hampstead Road, London NW1 3JA
Our qualified coach will help you gain a more positive mindset and take action to achieve your goals. Feedback on our previous courses has been excellent.
For more information, you can also watch this short video: https://vimeo.com/273402040
Interview Skills Course
Monday 18th June – Monday 16th July (5 sessions) 10.30am – 12.30pm
at H-pod, Cumberland Market (next to Regents Park Practice), London NW1 3RH
During this course, you will learn new techniques, take part in mock interviews, role playing games and confidence building exercises.
To take part, you must be: unemployed or working less than 16 hours a week and able to attend ALL five sessions
For more info and to book a place on either course, contact David Hermanstein on 07908845154/020 7388 7932 or email david.hermanstein@camden.gov.uk

Camden Giving Events

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.
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.

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.

Citizens Advice Camden is seeking a Treasurer

This is an exciting opportunity for a treasurer to join our experienced and committed board of trustees. You will be a qualified accountant, ideally with some experience in the charity sector. You will have held the role of finance director in an organisation with a turnover in excess of £1 million. You will have experience in delivering change and developing new business models.
To apply please send a letter of application (no more than two sides of A4) showing how you meet the brief, in particular the skills and experience sought, along with your CV to lisa.yates@camdencabservice.org.uk. Please list any Directorships or Trusteeships that you currently hold.
The closing date for applications is 25th June 2018. Interviews will be held in the week commencing 9th July 2018.  Full details here. 

Homestart Camden seeks 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 Training Starting 26th June to 19th July 2018 Every Tuesday to Thursday 6pm to 9pm
Certificates awarded & expenses paid
For information pack ring 020 7424 1603 email: info@homestartcamden.org or www.homestartcamden.org.uk

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

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.

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.

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