Jobs in Giffnock and Thornliebank, East Renfrewshire
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Young Enterprise (Scotland) incorporating the Stuart Ivory Financial Education Trust is a UK leader in delivering educational and entrepreneurial programmes across Primary, Secondary and College Sectors. Young Enterprise (Scotland) is part of a wider UK organisation which in turn is part of a Global network. Please find more information here; yes.org.uk
The Board have an ambitious vision for growth in support to young people in these most challenging of times. We are now seeking a CEO to deliver on this vision. Key attributes:
- Proven track record of both creating and delivering upon key strategic objectives
- Charismatic approach to leadership and be keen to continually develop your business network
- Ideally experience of managing relationships with Government at both civil servant and Ministerial level
- Experience within a Not For Profit organisation is not essential but direct or indirect experience would be helpful
- Experience of reporting at Board level. You must also be financially astute and proven to make balanced and commercial decisions.
Over many years, Children 1st have provided child-centred support which is trauma responsive and responds to the needs of whole families. We understand that the impact of the challenges faced by children, young people and their families can be supported through forming trusting and understanding relationships which value the experiences of each member of the family, while placing the safety and wellbeing of the child/ren at the centre.
This is an exciting opportunity to carry out an important role within an innovative partnership between Children 1st and East Renfrewshire Health and Social Care Partnership. You will join our established Children 1st Wellbeing services and provide a vital role in supporting colleagues at various levels. The role of the Administrator is also a central point of contact for families and external agencies, so we invite candidates to bring a relational approach to their administrative skills and experience.
What kind of person will make a great Administrator for Children 1st?
- will possess excellent administrative, IT and financial skills to support the work of Children 1st
- provide a front-line reception service, as the first point of contact to external visitors and telephone callers, answering questions and responding to queries using own initiative as appropriate to ensure a relational and responsive service is provided
- ability to maintain diaries, schedule and coordinate meetings and appointments
- a cool head and clear minded at times of pressure
- thinks it’s a privilege to work for and on behalf of children and families and
- is kind and will bring their whole selves to the job: heart and mind
If you have an interest in supporting the activities of a compassionate and committed staff team then we would like to hear from you. In particular, we are seeking to further enhance our diversity from the perspective of ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender and disability.
Base
Your base will be within our Wellbeing Hub in Giffnock.
Salary, Conditions, Pension
We will offer you a competitive salary, generous annual leave entitlement (40 days (pro rata) inclusive of 9 public holidays), flexible working opportunities and a contributory pension scheme.
Hours
This is a fixed term, part time post, funded until 31 March 2024. The 21 hours to be worked across 3 days, however, Wednesdays are seen as our ‘core day’ and when essential service activities take place such as team meetings.