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Our Place and Our Voice Manager, CHM
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Manager - Our Place and Our Voice
Pay: £37,650 - £41,250 per annum, pro rata
Hours: Part-time. 28 hours a week
Work Pattern: Spread across Monday to Saturday (mostly Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with occasional Saturday work to support events and projects)
Contract Period: Permanent
Location: Our Place Project, Lillie Road, London SW6
About The Employer
This charity founded in 1979, is one of London’s leading Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs). Guided by the Social Model of Disability, they work to remove barriers and promote equality, inclusion and choice for all Disabled people.
The organisation is a medium-sized charity with a Board of Trustees, 27 staff, and a strong pool of casual staff and volunteers. Many of whom have lived experience of disability. They are proud that 100% of their Board and 54% of their staff identify as Disabled.
They deliver four key services: Young Lives & Families, Employment, Welfare Benefits, and Independent Living.
Purpose of the Role
The Part-Time Manager for Our Place and Our Voice leads the organisation's work on co-production, peer support, campaigning and community engagement. The postholder ensures Disabled people are actively involved in shaping services, influencing policy and strengthening their voice within the local community and beyond.
The role coordinates peer-led programmes, develops accessible training and events, and builds partnerships that promote inclusion and representation. Working closely with the Chief Executive and Chief Operating Officer, the postholder ensures that the charity's values of co-production and Disabled leadership are embedded throughout the organisation.
Main Responsibilities
- Lead, plan and coordinate the Our Place and Our Voice programmes, including co-production, peer support and community engagement initiatives.
- Develop and deliver accessible training, workshops and events that build confidence, skills and leadership among Disabled people.
- Recruit, supervise and support volunteers, peer facilitators and freelancers to deliver activities safely and effectively.
- Build and maintain positive partnerships with local authorities, VCSE organisations, health services and community networks to promote the voice of Disabled people.
- Promote co-production practice across the organisation's services, working with other managers to embed user involvement in service design and review.
- Ensure all activities are inclusive, accessible and aligned with the Social Model of Disability.
- Monitor and evaluate project performance, including collecting data, feedback and case studies to evidence impact.
- Manage budgets within agreed limits and support financial planning and reporting to the Chief Executive.
- Prepare and submit funding applications and tender bids (in conjunction with the Chief Executive) to support programme sustainability and growth.
- Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health & safety and data protection.
- Represent the charity positively at external meetings, forums and events, promoting their work and values.
- Work collaboratively with other departments to promote shared learning and inclusive practice.
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General Responsibilities
- Work in line with the employer's aims, values and the Social Model of Disability.
- Follow policies on Equality, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Confidentiality and Data Protection.
- Actively contribute to team meetings, supervision and training.
- Promote the charity's services and values to partners, employers and the wider community.
- Be flexible and willing to carry out other tasks that support the smooth running of the service.
Organisational Responsibilities
All staff share responsibility for upholding the charity's values and ensuring that their work reflects the principles of the Social Model of Disability. In this role you will:
- Work in line with the charity's aims, values and strategic priorities, promoting equality, inclusion and co-production in all aspects of your work.
- Follow the charity's policies and procedures, including those covering Equality, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Confidentiality.
- Promote and represent the charity positively to partners, employers, funders and members of the public.
- Contribute to organisational development, suggesting improvements and sharing ideas to strengthen services.
- Participate fully in supervision, training, team and organisational meetings, and support colleagues to achieve shared goals.
- Maintain accurate records and monitoring data, contributing to reports for funders, commissioners and internal use.
- Work flexibly across projects and departments when needed, supporting colleagues and adapting to new priorities.
- Ensure safe and responsible working practices in all aspects of your role, including the wellbeing of yourself and others.
- Uphold the charity's commitment to being a DPO led by and for Disabled people.
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In return the employer offers
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata), rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service
- Life Assurance (1x salary if enrolled in the auto-enrolment pension)
- Company sick pay (2 weeks after 6 months’ service; 1 month after 12 months)
- 2 weeks Disability Leave pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
Additional Information
- Some evening or weekend work may occasionally be required.
- An enhanced DBS check will be required.
- Travel across Greater London will be required; travel expenses reimbursed according to policy.
- Managers are expected to work on-site at the organisation for at least four days per week (full-time equivalent), for part-time staff this will be proportionate to their hours.
Closing Date: 24th July
Interview Dates: 4-6th August
N.B. The employer reserves the right to interview and close the deadline early should a suitable applicant apply
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The employer particularly welcomes applications from Disabled people, as they are currently under-represented in leadership roles across the wider voluntary and community sector. As a Disabled People’s Organisation, they believe lived experience brings valuable insight and leadership to this role. They will provide reasonable adjustments at all stages of recruitment and employment.
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