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Organisation Name:  Survive Contact Name:  Fran Walters Contact Phone:  0117 961 3065 Postal Address:  PO Box 61 Kingswood BS15 8XJ Contact Email:  info@survivedv.org.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.survivedv.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  0 537 Purchase order number:  KF4036 Fran Walters 0117 961 3065 info@survivedv.org.uk Your Ref:  Play Leader / FSW Details:  Play Leader (22 hours) / Family Support Worker (7.5 hours) (female only*) Starting salary: £14,000-£15,000 for 29.5 hrs / week (Hay 10: PL hours, Hay 8: FSW hours.) Description:  The Play Leader / Family Support Worker will give a high quality service to women and their children living in our refuges. She will provide structured play sessions with clear aims and outputs throughout the refuges for children and young people of all ages, and will also provide quality practical and emotional support to families within the refuges and in community settings. The post provides an interesting combination of skills and involves working with the whole family. It combines two similar roles because the full time Family Support Worker now works one day a week on a new group work programme B@ck on Tr@ck. You will have at least 2 years experience of work in a relevant field and a level 4 qualification in a relevant related field. Closing date: 12 noon 4th August 2010 Interviews: 12th August 2010 Survive is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of our work. Visit http://www.survivedv.org.uk/pages/about.html#jobs for an application pack *Section 7(2) of 1975 Sex Discrimination act applies Charity No 1114005 How to Apply:  Visit http://www.survivedv.org.uk/pages/about.html#jobs for an application pack *Section 7(2) of 1975 Sex Discrimination act applies Charity No 1114005 Closing Date:  4 Aug 2010 (All day)

Organisation Name:  Survive Contact Name:  Fran Walters Contact Phone:  0117 961 3065 Postal Address:  PO Box 61 Kingswood BS15 8XJ Contact Email:  info@survivedv.org.uk Organisation Website:  http://survivedv.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  Volunteer or non-salaried position (free) 537 Purchase order number:  KF4036 PO Box 61 Kingswood BS15 8XJ Fran Walters 0117 961 3065 info@survivedv.org.uk Your Ref:  Trustee - Treasurer - Survive Details:  Part time - voluntary Full support in the role of trustee is provided including training, and reimbursement of expenses in return for your time and commitment Description:  Survive provides high quality services to women and children affected by domestic violence in South Gloucestershire and Bristol. We are looking for a treasurer (women only - section 7 sex discrimination act applies) to join our well established, friendly and motivated Board. This is not an onerous role, the current treasurer will provide a handover and you will receive a full induction to the organisation. If you are interested in being involved with a dynamic agency and taking on a leadership role to support strategic and service development we would like to hear from you. We have a number of exciting opportunities for the board to oversee this year including expansion, new publicity and a Survivor’s conference. Survive is committed to equal opportunities in all aspects of our work and we’re particularly keen to increase representation of key groups – these include disabled women, women from black and minority ethnic groups and lesbian and bi-sexual women. How to Apply:  If you would like to know more please contact our Chief Executive, Anna Smith on 0785091 2221 or 0117 961 3065 or annas@survivedv.org.uk. www.survivedv.org.uk Charity no. 1114005 Closing Date:  1 Sep 2010 - 01:01

Organisation Name:  Bristol Children's Playhouse Contact Name:  Chris Eatwell Contact Phone:  07813 028 594 Postal Address:  20 Westfield Road Westbury-on-Trym Bristol BS9 3HG Contact Email:  chriseatwell@aol.com Organisation Website:  http://www.bcph.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  Volunteer or non-salaried position (free) M Your Ref:  BCPH / Trustees / CE Details:  The Bristol Children’s Playhouse is entering an exciting new phase in its life, and is looking to recruit several new members to join the Board of Trustees. Open since 1979 and located in Greenbank, the Playhouse provides a supportive and stimulating environment for children, with a Pre-school Nursery and a Drop-In facility, and is a well used and essential part of the local community. The Trustees, supporting a highly professional team of staff, meet monthly to review developments and make decisions about its management and future. Description:  If you would like to help make a difference, and have an interest in and experience of either management, marketing, finance, fundraising, HR, IT or, of course, child care, then we would love to speak with you. How to Apply:  Please email our advisor, Chris Eatwell, in the first instance, attaching a CV and explaining what you feel that you can bring to the Playhouse, or call him for an initial chat. Closing Date:  13 Aug 2010 (All day)

Organisation Name:  Bristol Mind Contact Name:  Claire Farnworth Contact Phone:  0117 980 0370 Postal Address:  35 Old Market Street Bristol BS2 0EZ. Contact Email:  admin2@bristolmind.org.uk Organisation Website:  http://bristolmind.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  0 Your Membership Status:  Fulll member M 35 Old Market Street Bristol BS2 0EZ. Pat Diango 0117 980 0370 admin@bristolmind.org.uk Details:  Permanent, part-time post 22 hours per week Description:  Bristol Mind wishes to employ a capable, efficient administrator who can ensure our administrative systems run smoothly to support the work or our advocacy, counselling and Mindline service teams. You will have some supervisory experience and understanding of the needs of people affected by mental health issues. The post is based at Old Market Street in the centre of Bristol. Part-time 22 hours/week £19,621 – 21,519 pro-rata; 25 days A/L + 6% pension. The successful candidate will have sound experience of using Microsoft Office Software (Word and Excel) as well e-mail and the internet. They will have the ability to set up and maintain electronic and paper-based office systems and to multi-task in an often hectic office environment The post-holder must have strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. This post is also subject to an enhanced criminal records bureau check. How to Apply:  For an application pack please contact our Admin office: Telephone 0117 980 0370 email: admin2@bristolmind.org.uk Alternatively download the pack from our website www.bristolmind.org.uk Closing Date:  6 Aug 2010 - 12:00

Organisation Name:  Bristol Childrens Playhouse Contact Name:  Jackie Cutmore Contact Phone:  0117 9510037 Postal Address:  Berkeley Green Road Eastville Bristol BS5 6LU Contact Email:  info@bcph.org.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.bcph.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  0 Your Membership Status:  Voluntary M As above Jackie Cutmore Details:  Part-time Nursery Assistant Description:  Bristol Children's Playhouse is a registered charity delivering a range of support services to pre-school children and their families require a Nursery Assistant (min NVQ Level 2 Early Years and Childcare) 14.5 hrs a week, term time only. £6 - £7 per hr depending on experience. How to Apply:  Contact 0117 9510037/9493347 or info@bcph.org.uk for an Application Pack Closing Date:  6 Aug 2010 - 05:00

Organisation Name:  Bristol Children's Playhouse Contact Name:  Jackie Cutmore Contact Phone:  0117 9510037 Postal Address:  Berkeley Green Road Eastville Bristol Bs5 6LU Contact Email:  info@bcph.org.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.bcph.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  0 Your Membership Status:  Voluntary M As Above Details:  Early Years Practitioner to cover Maternity leave Description:  Bristol Children;s Playhouse is a Registered charity deliverying a range of support services to pre-school children and their families. We require an Early Years Practioner to cover Maternity leave 33 hours per week Monday - Friday Term time Only. (with statutory holiday pay) Qualified Level 3 in Early Years and Childcare with experience and practice in the Early Years Foundation Stage £7 - 8.50 per hour depending on experience. How to Apply:  Bristol Childrens Playhouse on 0117 9510037/9493347 or info@bcph.org.uk Closing Date:  6 Aug 2010 - 16:00

Organisation Name:  Easton Community Children's Centre Contact Name:  Jacqui Stokes Contact Phone:  0117 9392550 Postal Address:  Russell Town Avenue Easton Bristol BS5 9JF Contact Email:  jstokes@eastonccc.org.uk Organisation Website:  http:// Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  0 Your Membership Status:  Full membership M Purchase order number:  10-11/07/JS Your Ref:  BOM/JS Details:  Our Children’s Centre has heart and ambition. Do you? Business and Operations Manager salary £24,890 – £27,319 E.C.C.C Bristol 1 year fixed term post, likelihood of extension Description:  Key tasks include • Deputising for the Director • Providing a strategic lead on administration and finance • Producing high quality financial and administrative information • Planning / supervising the work of administrative, finance & operations staff The successful candidate will have: • A degree in business, administration, marketing or other relevant discipline • Minimum one year’s management experience Closing Date: 11th Aug 2010 Noon How to Apply:  Apply: jstokes@eastonccc.org.uk 0117 939 2550 Interviews: 17th – 18th August Closing Date:  11 Aug 2010 - 12:00

Organisation Name:  North Bristol Advice Centre Contact Name:  Carol Sage Contact Phone:  0117 9515751 Postal Address:  2 Gainsborough Square Lockleaze Bristol BS7 9XA Contact Email:  Team@northbristoladvice.org.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.northbristoladvice.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  Volunteer or non-salaried position (free) Your Membership Status:  Full Purchase order number:  N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Details:  Permanent Description:  We need volunteers to help our Admin Staff with routine duties including filing, photocopying and computer use. You need no previous experience as you will receive full training and support. If you can spare 6 hours a week and would like to gain some useful skills and experience as well as making a difference in your community please contact: How to Apply:  Ring 0117 9515751 Closing Date:  20 Aug 2010 - 17:00

Organisation Name:  North Bristol Advice Centre Contact Name:  Anne Doughty or Carol Sage Contact Phone:  0117 9515751 Postal Address:  2 Gainsborough Square Lockleaze Bristol BS7 9XA Contact Email:  Team@northbristoladvice.org.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.northbristoladvice.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  Volunteer or non-salaried position (free) Your Membership Status:  full Purchase order number:  n/a as above N/A N/A 0117 9515751 team@northbristoladvice.org.uk Details:  Permanent Description:  We are currently hoping to recruit volunteers to work alongside the advice workers to help people apply for payments from Charities for household items, holidays etc. and to help with completion of claim forms such as Housing and Council Tax Benefit and Disability Living Allowance. You need no previous experience as you will receive full training and support. If you can spare 6 hours a week and would like to gain some useful skills and experience as well as making a difference in your community please contact us. How to Apply:  Ring 0117 9515751 Closing Date:  20 Aug 2010 - 17:00

Organisation Name:  Cintre Contact Name:  David Gosling Contact Phone:  07812593318 Postal Address:  54 St. John's Road Clifton Bristol BS8 2HG Contact Email:  ds_gosling@hotmail.com Organisation Website:  http://www.cintre.org Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  Volunteer or non-salaried position (free) Your Membership Status:  Full member m Maura Laporta Details:  Voluntary Description:  An established, Bristol based, small charity seeks new board members with experience in the social care sector Cintre is a registered charity, providing residential care and supported living services to young people and adults with mild to moderate learning disabilities and special needs in and around Bristol. We were established in 1977 and have two residential homes (in Bristol and Clevedon) and a supported living outreach service (in Bristol). Our vision is of a world where people with learning difficulties live as full and active members of society, leading lives as they have chosen to live them. We help achieve this by providing quality care and support services to people with learning and developmental disabilities. You can see more about us at www.cintre.org . Our purpose is to maximise the independence of people with learning disabilities, aged 16 and over in Bristol and the surrounding areas. In a nutshell, to enable independence for those who use our services. We are looking to strengthen our Board of Trustees and are seeking two people with recent social care management experience, either still practising or perhaps recently retired, in order to guide the oversight and development of our policy and to represent our service users. A commitment to excellence and the energy and enthusiasm to support and challenge colleagues are essential qualities in our board members. Joining our Board will provide an opportunity to share in decisions with our young people and to support our development to a full personalisation agenda. This opportunity offers close liaison and mentoring with colleagues, managers and staff. The degree of involvement can be tailored to suit individual circumstances and the role is varied and rewarding. For further information please contact David Gosling, Chair of Cintre Board by email at ds_gosling@hotmail.com or by phone on 07812593318 How to Apply:  Please Contact David Gosling on the above details Closing Date:  23 Dec 2010 - 19:30

Organisation Name:  Lockleaze Neighbourhood Trust Contact Name:  Emily Moreton Contact Phone:  0117 914 1129 Postal Address:  Cameron Centre Cameron Walk Bristol BS7 9XB Contact Email:  info@lockleazent.co.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.lockleazeneighbourhoodtrust.co.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  0 Your Membership Status:  Full M Details:  30 hours per week. Description:  Lockleaze Neighbourhood Trust is looking to recruit a Centre Manager for our community hall in Lockleaze. Main duties: Managing and promoting the Centre Developing the Centre and the Trust including funding applications Developing a business plan for the Trust, including community and stakeholder consultation Setting and managing a budget Line management of admin worker and cleaner If you have experience of project management, business planning, working to a budget and encourgaing positive engagement from the community, this post is for you. How to Apply:  Download an application pack: http://www.lockleazeneighbourhoodtrust.co.uk/site/51.asp You can contact the Trust for an application pack, but please note that currently we are only accessing phone messages and emails on Tuesdays, so there will be a delay on other days. Compensation Min:  23,000 pro rata Closing Date:  9 Aug 2010 - 17:00

Organisation Name:  BBC Children in Need Contact Name:  Emma Beeston Contact Phone:  0117 974 7600 Postal Address:  Broadcasting House Whiteladies Road Bristol BS8 2LR Contact Email:  sw.cingrants@bbc.co.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.bbc.co.uk/pudsey Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  Volunteer or non-salaried position (free) Your Membership Status:  Associate M Details:  BBC Children in Need is seeking 3 talented people to join our South West committee. Committee members advise the Trustees on which organisations should be funded by BBC Children in Need within their regions. BBC Children in Need operates four grant rounds a year, therefore committees meet at the end of March, Jun, September and January each year. The majority of these meetings last one day with some lastign two days with an overnight stay. Need: • Access to PC, Microsoft Word, Excel, Email and broadband Internet. • The time commitment 8 days each year for meetings and training. In addition there is time spent reading applications before each meeting. • Flexibility and adaptability as the charity introduces its Small Grants programmes, for which there may be an additional 2 days required (consisting of 4 half day meetings spread across the year, either face to face or via conference call). • As Committee meetings take place at BBC venues some travel and overnight stays may be involved • We pay expenses in relation to the role e.g. travel, phone calls, overnight stays in r • Any offer of a role on our Committee will be subject to a CRB check Description:  Committee members advise the Trustees on which organisations should be funded by BBC Children in Need within their regions. We expect committee members to bring a sound understanding of the current issues facing children and young people experiencing disadvantage, a good understanding of the voluntary and statutory sectors, a good local/regional knowledge of their region and strong strategic, analytical, collaborative and objective decision making skills. SKILLS/ABILITIES Essential: • Analytical skills and interpretation of complex written and financial information • Ability to assess feasibility of projects • Good communication skills and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with people of all types and at all levels • Good decision making skills • Ability to think strategically, discuss and debate in a meeting environment • Ability to remain objective and retain an overview • Ability to meet tight deadlines, time management and prioritisation skills • IT literacy to competent standard, with online/broadband access • Flexibility and adaptability • A good understanding of the voluntary and statutory sectors • Good knowledge of local/regional area and background • A sound understanding of issues facing children and young people experiencing disadvantage and the environment in which provision is being delivered Desirable: • Previous experience of working on a committee • Skills/experience of assessing ATTRIBUTES Essential: • A commitment to equality of opportunity • Objectivity/detachment • Attention to detail • -Strategic thinking How to Apply:  See http://jobs.bbc.co.uk/fe/tpl_bbc01.asp?newms=jj&id=34338&aid=15746 for full details. Applications will be via Curriculum Vitae only Guidance for application by CV: CV’s should be strictly restricted in length to 2 word processed A4 pages, using a minimum of 10pt type size, and should include information on: • Full name and contact details (telephone number, email and postal addresses) • Indicate at the top right hand corner which region you are applying for with ‘Application for South West Region’ • Education/qualifications, and interests • Employment history including current employment and any relevant voluntary work • Skills, knowledge and experience information relating specifically to those required for the committee roles Please use the CV format to provide all relevant information for the recruiting panel to fully consider your suitability for these roles Applications to be received by midnight 8th August 2010. Interviews and assessments will be held on 6th September 2010. Closing Date:  8 Aug 2010 - 23:59

Organisation Name:  Bristol Childrens Playhouse Contact Name:  Jackie Cutmore Contact Phone:  0117 9510037 Postal Address:  Berkeley Green Road Eastville Bristol Bs5 6LU Contact Email:  info@bcph.org.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.bcph.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  0 Your Membership Status:  Full Member M As above Details:  Full-time Description:  Manager. the Playhouse offers both a nursery and drop-in service with additional family suppport. We are looking for someone to help drive the charity forward as well as manage the day to day operation of our services. 35 hours per week. This is a term time only position (flexibility required) Salary - Circa £24,000 per annum pro rata. How to Apply:  info@bcph.org.uk or telephone 0117 9510037/9493347 Closing Date:  30 Jul 2010 - 16:00

Organisation Name:  Independent People Contact Name:  Pilar Garcia Contact Phone:  0117 317 8825 Postal Address:  1625 Independent People Kingsley Hall, 59 Old Market Street Bristol BS2 0ER Contact Email:  pilar.garcia@1625ip.co.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.1625ip.co.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  Volunteer or non-salaried position (free) Your Ref:  VIPVC Details:  Minimum 10 hours per week - flexible Description:  We’re a charity and could definitely use some help! We’ve always had lots of volunteers offering to help but have never had a proper process for taking on and managing them. VIP is our new Volunteering Scheme. We treat every application individually and are determined to make sure everyone gets something out of the volunteering process - the volunteer, the organisation and the young people we support. We don’t want the role of managing volunteers to be tacked on to the end of someone’s job – we need someone who is dedicated to looking after (but not supervising) our volunteers. It would be a great role for someone looking to develop management skills or someone with previous people management experience. You'll be supervised, supported by and work closely with the Funding and Communication Officer doing the following sorts of things when needed: - To assist with volunteer enquiries, recruitment and placements, including sending out application packs, helping shortlist and organising interviews. - Co-ordinate appropriate induction and CRB checks - Co-ordinate any reward/ accreditation schemes - Help managers and volunteers to find the best placement - To make sure that volunteers are getting adequate supervision from their supervisor You’ll be coming in to our Head Office on Old Market, checking and responding to emails and messages, dealing with application packs and having quick catch up meetings with volunteers and your supervisor. We need someone with strong organisational skills, with at least a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel. The role is all about people, so you’ll need to be happy working with lots of different people - in person, by email and on the phone. How to Apply:  We have a Volunteer Application Pack, which includes information about us the VIP scheme and the work we do. It also contains an application form. Please call 0117 317 8825 or email pilar.garcia@1625ip.co.uk Closing Date:  25 Jul 2010 - 12:01

Organisation Name:  Tree Aid Contact Name:  Geoff Nicks Contact Phone:  0117 9166447 Postal Address:  Brunswick Court Brunswick Square Bristol BS2 8PE Contact Email:  geoff.nicks@treeaid.org.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.treeaid.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  0 Your Membership Status:  Non-member Purchase order number:  PO072446 Tree Aid Brunswick Court Brunswick Square Bristol BS2 8PE Florence Weston 0117 9166444 florence.weston@treeaid.org.uk Your Ref:  GN0710 Details:  Bristol • c. £23,000 per annum • 35 hours per week (flexible)• Maternity Cover Description:  This opportunity is a maternity cover role in our small, friendly but hard working Finance Dept. It is suited to a highly organised, experienced finance professional with good analytical and communication skills. The role will focus on management reporting and payroll. Key responsibilities include: • Production of financial reports for donors, and maintaining restricted fund records • Producing accurate and timely monthly management accounts • Supporting other relevant staff in developing and managing annual department and overall budgets • Ensuring that funds are transferred to our West Africa Office and Partners on a timely basis Tree Aid works with communities in the Sahel region of Africa who are suffering from poverty caused by deforestation. Training and funding villagers to value, protect and grow more trees, Tree Aid supports some of Africa’s poorest people to become self reliant while improving the environment. You will be expected to embrace Tree Aid’s aims and objectives in fulfilling this role. Who we're looking for With experience in maintaining financial records, accounts production and reporting, and payroll the successful candidate will possess strong IT and communications skills. A team player, you will use your initiative to get the job done, whilst working closely with and with guidance from the Finance & Resources Director. How to Apply:  For more information on TREE AID, and to download the job description, person specification and recruitment monitoring form please visit www.treeaid.org.uk. To apply please send your CV, Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and supporting statement setting out how you meet the person specification to geoff.nicks@treeaid.org.uk Closing Date:  9 Aug 2010 - 09:00

Organisation Name:  Westbury on Trym Village Hall Contact Name:  Henry Deval Contact Phone:  0117 9628669 Postal Address:  Eastfield Road Westbury on Trym Bristol BS9 3QY Contact Email:  henrydeval@btinternet.com Organisation Website:  http://www.wotvillagehall.org Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  Volunteer or non-salaried position (free) Your Ref:  VH Treasurer Details:  Volunteer position - supported by bookeeper Description:  Treasurer required for Westbury on Trym Village Hall. The person needs to be experienced in accounting and budgeting and would be a trustee member of the management committee. We have the services of a bookeepr who deals with the day-to-day work. Our annual turnover is c£ 70k How to Apply:  Please contact by email - henrydeval@btinternet.com or phone 0117 9628669 Closing Date:  31 Aug 2010 (All day)

Organisation Name:  CLIC Sargent Contact Name:  Gemma Jones Contact Phone:  0117 311 2607 Postal Address:  CLIC Sargent Abbeywood Business Park Filton BS34 7JU Contact Email:  gemma.jones@clicsargent.org.uk Organisation Website:  http://www.clicsargent.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  Volunteer or non-salaried position (free) Details:  CLIC Sargent, the UK’s leading children’s cancer charity, needs you! CLIC Sargent is one of the official charities for the 2010 Bristol Half Marathon on Sunday 5th September and as part of this fantastic partnership we need to recruit 200 volunteer race marshals. As a volunteer marshal you will: • Help ensure the course is clear and safe • Direct and encourage runners • Act as a point of communication with the event organisers in the event of an emergency • Support runners taking part in this event by cheering and encouraging them to keep going! • Have a fantastic day out, with a great view of the race • Play a key role in one of the UK's largest half marathons Although details will be confirmed closer to the event date, volunteers are usually needed from 8am, for a briefing before the race, up until approximately 2pm on race day. This event helps us to raise vital funds to support children and young people with cancer. Without your support this would not be possible. How to Apply:  If you have friends, family or colleagues who may be interested, or if you have any further questions, please call Gemma Jones on 0117 311 2607 or email gemma.jones@clicsargent.org.uk. www.clicsargent.org.uk/running Closing Date:  15 Aug 2010 - 17:00

Organisation Name:  Young Bristol Contact Name:  Georgina Seymour Contact Phone:  0117 953 7921 Postal Address:  113 Parson St, Bedminster, Bristol, BS3 5QH Contact Email:  gs@youngbristol.com Organisation Website:  http://youngbristol.com and http://vinvolved-bristol.couk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  0 Your Membership Status:  Full Your Ref:  YBV06 Details:  Maternity cover until the end of November 2010, 20 hours/week. Description:  The role involved supporting young people aged between 16-25 to access volunteering, this is done by brokering individuals and creating and facilitating group volunteering opportunities. You will play a role in the wider work of the Bristol vinvolved team which works to promote volunteering to young people and support the organisations who host young volunteers. How to Apply:  Contact Jim for an application pack on action@youngbristol.com or call 0117 953 7921 Compensation Min:  22,030 pro rata Closing Date:  20 Jul 2010 - 09:00

Organisation Name:  Bristol Crisis Service for Women Contact Name:  Jenny Smith / Sal Ball Contact Phone:  0117 9279600 Postal Address:  BCSW PO Box 654 Bristol BS99 1XH Contact Email:  jenny.bcsw@btconnect.com / sal.bcsw@btconnect.com Organisation Website:  http://www.selfinjurysupport.org.uk Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  Volunteer or non-salaried position (free) Your Membership Status:  Full M Full Details:  Volunteers need to attend an initial core training over several weeks run at weekends for the helpline and Tuesday daytime for TESS service. If successful they will then be offered a place on the service where they will commit for one year to work regular shifts, fortnightly on the helpline and weekly on TESS. Volunteers are also expected to attend regular supervision sessions to reflect on their experiences of the work and to continue to develop their skills. Description:  BCSW runs national services based in Bristol supporting girls and women affected by self-injury. We are recruiting volunteers for both our helpline and our user friendly computer based text and email support service (TESS). The philosophy on both services is confidential person centered emotional support and we have found all mediums of phone, text and email to be very affective in offering this. Both posts offer comprehensive, experiential training covering affective communication skills, and looking at various issues including working with people who self-injure, what is mental health and sexual abuse. The experience of working on these services is found by many of our volunteers to be extremely satisfying and rewarding and gives a solid foundation into this type of work. How to Apply:  Email or phone Jenny to enquire about working on TESS (text and email) or Sal to enquire about working on the helpline, or go to our website and download further information like dates and application form. Closing Date:  1 Oct 2010 - 12:00

Organisation Name:  Bristol Playbus Contact Name:  Ruth Cornish Contact Phone:  0117 9551561 Postal Address:  24 Bright Street Barton Hill Bristol BS5 9PR Contact Email:  manager@bristolplaybus.org Organisation Website:  http://www.bristolplaybus.org Volunteer or non-salaried position (free):  0 Your Membership Status:  ful Fi Tainton admin@bristolplaybus.org Your Ref:  EYDW0710 Details:  30 hours a week uusally Monday- Friday but may include the occasional weekend and evening work This post is permanent but subject to funding Description:  Early Years Development Worker The post is to deliver a range of projects for children under the age of five and their families. We are currently delivering three creche sessions a week for Traveller children. The aim is to ensure that they have access to good quality early years provision We also run stay and play sessions with children centres. You must be qualiifed at least to level three in early years. The role is to plan deliver and evaluate the sessions using Early Years Foundation Stage Principles. Support and manage a small staff team Write project reports Drive the Playbus, training is provided. You will need to be 25 and have at least two years drving experience How to Apply:  Please visit the website for an application pack www.bristolplaybus.org or ring Fi Tainton on 0117 9551561 or e mail admin@bristolplaybus.org Compensation Min:  £22,220 Closing Date:  4 Aug 2010 - 17:00