THCVS Training and news

Basics for effective trustees

Following a seminar in December put on by NPC and the Clothworkers' Company covering the key things that every charity trustee needs to know, NPC has put together a 'Back to Basics' briefing. There is also a summary of six key principles of effective board governance.

Effectiveness in network working


Organisations working in networks to address issues is not unusual either side of the pond, and Nonprofit Quarterly has 'A Network Way of Working: A Compilation of Considerations about Effectiveness in Networks', which looks like a useful round-up of material on the subject.

CASS advice are running 4 new support programes:

CASS advice are running 4 new support programes including: Mental Health Support, Support for those with Learning Disabilities, Supporting Offenders and Ex-Offenders, Support people who are dealing with Drug and Substance Abuse / Addiction Problems. See fliers here Effectiveness in network working

ACEVO's Good Pay Guide for Charities and Social Enterprises

The ACEVO Good Pay Guide was launched in December 2013 and is available now to download here.

Fee Walk Leader Training Workshop

The session is full of practical advice on how to plan and lead walks in Tower Hamlets. It's designed to equip participants to help with existing health walks in the borough and/or set up their own walking groups. 25 February, 09.30-13.00, Stifford Centre. Contact graham@walkeast.org

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THCVS Job News

Housing Caseworker Vacancy

Island House are seeking to recruit a housing caseworker/solicitor to join their small but busy housing team. The successful candidate will carry out housing casework on Legal Help and Certificated cases and will contribute to the support and supervision of other advisers and volunteers. Part-time 28 hours per week. Scale SO1 point 29 (£27945 p.a. – pro-rata) to SO2 point 32 (£30351 pro-rata) depending on experience. To apply and for more information click here

Limehouse Project recruiting for an Advice Officer

Limehouse Project are recruiting for an Advice Officer; (Maternity Leave cover for one year from 1st April 2014 to 31st March 2015). 17.5 hours per week. £23,497 to £27,945 negotiable p.a. (incl. London Weighting) pro rata. For more information and to apply click here

Step Forward are recruiting for a Personal Development Worker

Step Forward are looking for an exceptional person to join heir multi-disciplinary team as our new part-time Personal Development Worker to work with LGBT young people and those questioning their sexuality. They are looking for someone who is motivated, experienced, and flexible with a passion for working with young people. Click here for applicaton pack

Apasenth Vacancies - Zone Project worker & Care Assistant roles

Apansenth are looking to recruit Opportunity Zone Project Workers at the APASENTH Lodge (Residential Respite & Care Home) and Care Assistants. Click here for more information