Sports Volunteer

Needed throughout the week

Key responsibilities

• To participate, assist and reinforce teaching points of sport session/exercise class.
• To respond flexibly to each members needs and help them achieve success towards their creative work plans and outlined goals.
• To meet and greet members upon arrival and registering attendance of each session.
• To keep the sports area and storage places tidy and free of clutter, and in doing so role model good practice fro members.
• Learn how to facilitate and assess health questionnaires for new members to Core Sport.
• To lead sections of a class to more able or less able attendees.

Skills and Ability

• Previous experience in either participating in sport or conducting sports sessions.
• A willingness to pitch in when needed.
• An ability to work flexibly with vulnerable adults.

General Duties

• To ensure basic health and safety practices are adhered to
• To be punctual, committed and professional in all aspects of the work
• To work within the Equal Opportunities Framework observed at Core Arts
• To follow Core Arts Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policies and Procedures

Additional Benefits

• £6 per session paid expenses (please provide receipts for travel and food).
• Core Arts Members can be part of the Membership Exchange Programme.
• Training and development opportunities are also available.

How to apply

Please download our application form and send it with your CV and cover letter to Laura-Jane Connolly expressing why you are interested in this role and what experience you have in relation to the abilities, responsibilities and skills required.

If you have any questions, please call 020 8533 3500.

Other Volunteer opportunities

Interested in Volunteering?

As Core Arts expands so does our need for volunteers.

We currently have a highly successful volunteer program for those who share Core Arts mission and values. We welcome enthusiastic individuals who are eager to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for our members. We currently have vacancies for volunteers in the following areas:

• Music (Instruments, Singing & Songwriting)
• Events
• Front-of-House
• Multimedia/ICT
• Social Networking (Myspace, Facebook, Website)
• Art (Drawing, Painting)
• Ceramics
• Printmaking
• Textiles
• Sports (Football, Cycling, Basketball)

How to apply

Please download our application form and send it with your CV and cover letter to Giuliana Molinari expressing why you are interested in this role and what experience you have in relation to the abilities, responsibilities and skills required.
If you have any questions, please call 020 8510 9990.

Ceramics Volunteer

(Thursday 10.00am to 2.00pm)

Key responsibilities

• Work supporting the art tutor in their art class.
• Help with setting up and clearing up at the end of the session
• Motivate and assist members in their projects and respond flexibly to each members needs and help them achieve success towards their creative work plans and outlined goals.
• Bring technical and practical assistance to the workshop sessions using your art expertise
• Be punctual, committed and professional in all aspects of work
• Maintain a positive and supportive work environment for both members and teachers

Skills and Ability

• Previous experience in teaching art sessions desirable
• An ability to work flexibly with vulnerable adults
• Three months commitment

General Duties

• To ensure basic health and safety practices are adhered to
• To work within the Equal Opportunities Framework observed at Core Arts
• To follow Core Arts Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policies and Procedures

Additional Benefits

• To ensure basic health and safety practices are adhered to
• To work within the Equal Opportunities Framework observed at Core Arts
• To follow Core Arts Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policies and Procedures

How to apply

Please download our application form and send it with your CV and cover letter to Giuliana Molinari expressing why you are interested in this role and what experience you have in relation to the abilities, responsibilities and skills required.
If you have any questions, please call 020 8510 9990.

Community Horticulture Volunteer

Tuesdays 9.00am to 2.00pm or Thursdays 9.00am to 2.00pm

Whitechapel site E1

Job Summary

This position is ideal for someone with equal passions for plants and people and a commitment to use horticulture to improve a quality of life.

You will have to opportunity to extend your technical horticultural knowledge and build skills working with and teaching people of all ages, backgrounds and experiences. As Core Landscapes is an active plant nursery you will also learn about stock management, irrigation, propagation, and public interface. You will also have the opportunity to develop your own ideas regarding plant presentation and planting design.

This position would also suit someone wanting to pursue a career in E.g. Community Gardening, Horticultural Therapy, Managing a Social Enterprise, Professional Gardener, and Plant Nursery Retail.

1. Key responsibilities

• Work supporting the nursery manager with horticultural sessions
• Help with setting up and clearing up at the end of the session
  Motivate and assist members with their tasks and respond flexibly to each members needs and help them achieve goals
• Bring technical and practical assistance to the workshop sessions using your horticultural skills and knowhow
• Be punctual, committed and professional in all aspects of work
  Maintain a positive and supportive work environment for both members and teachers

2. Skills and Ability

• Horticultural Qualification min Level 2 can be a student in training for qualification (or equivalent in experience)
• Previous experience in community development or volunteer management (desirable but not essential)
• An ability to work flexibly and empathetically with all members of the community (essential)
• Three-month commitment

3. General Duties

• To ensure basic health and safety practices are adhered to
• To work within the Equal Opportunities Framework observed by Core Arts
• To follow Core Arts Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Policies and Procedures

4. Additional Benefits

• £6 per session paid expenses (please provide receipts for travel and food)
• Core Arts Members can be part of the Membership Exchange Programme
• Training and development signposting is available
• Contribute positively to team working including attending team meetings and supervisory sessions and adhere to the policies and procedures of Core Arts. Comply with and contribute pro-actively to the Core Arts Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• To attend and contribute positively to supervision sessions and reflective practice
  To undertake any required training and updating of skills as necessary.

How to apply

Please download our application form and send it with your CV and cover letter to Nemone Mercer expressing why you are interested in this role and what experience you have in relation to the abilities, responsibilities and skills required.

If you have any questions, please call 020 8510 9990.

DEADLINE – Monday 27th March  2017

Technical and Building Manager

Multi-skilled Technician/Handyperson for Core Arts Centre- Hackney

We are looking for a committed individual to play a vital role in the delivery of our busy creative education program and ensure the effective operation of Core Arts Centre buildings.
This will involve working with the Director and Centre Administrator and collaborators to facilitate the smooth running of our program, all our events, and supporting excellent buildings provision for staff, students and audiences. Ensuring the security and general appearance of the buildings and surrounding areas are maintained in accordance with the required standards
The Technical and Building Manager, will offer excellent technical resource and knowledge to our creative teams and collaborators, across all areas of our program:

• Art Department and Exhibitions
• Music program and music events
• Building maintenance and repairs

The ideal candidate will  be experienced at leading  on building maintenance and repairs  and improving all the creative department programs from art exhibitions to Music events.
This is the perfect role for someone who wants to gain experience of working in a Creative Art Centre , and as part of a dynamic, ambitious arts organisation.
Equal Opportunities 
Core Arts is an equal opportunities employer. We’re working hard to make sure all aspects of our Charity are representative of the world we live in. We are also committed to meeting all access requirements; just let us know what you need.

Job Details

• Responsible to: Artistic Director
• Terms:  Part time permanent contract subject to 3 month probation
• Hours:  21 hours per week
• Working conditions: The post-holder will be required to perform physically demanding duties, in line with appropriate risk assessments and provision of PPE.
• Salary: £22,000 per annum (£13,200 for 21 hours)
• Start date:  ASAP

JOB DESCRIPTION

VENUE MANAGEMENT 
Building

• Set a high level of cleanliness and maintenance for all areas of Core Arts buildings; front yard, corridors and escape routes; the Hall, classes, technical areas; creating a cohesive relationship between, students, staff and visitors to ensure an exemplary experience.
• Ensure appropriate measures are in place to maintain security of Core Arts buildings.
• Plan and drive the routine maintenance of equipment and be responsible for keeping up-to-date service records and manuals.
• With the Director devise, budget and schedule building maintenance plans, including fixtures, fittings, plumbing and electrics, to ensure a prompt response to urgent maintenance needs.
• Lead the regular review of building risk assessments implementing reducing measures 
as appropriate.

Health & Safety

• To be responsible for the health and safety of the Building and to report as required matters to the Director .
• To be responsible for certification and management of all technical items as required under health and safety legislation.
• Promote safe working with all technical equipment, and lead on the implementation of CDM regulations as they apply to events.
• Oversee all rigging activities and ensure they are carried out in a suitable manner.
• Advise and instruct casual teams when on-site to ensure compliance with company policies and safety procedures.

Building  Maintenance

• Clean light fittings and to test lighting systems replacing where necessary minor parts such as tubes, bulbs, fuses starters and diffusers, in accordance with safe working practices.
• To arrange to clear blockages, remove foreign matter from sinks, toilets, drains, kitchen grease traps etc. and clean up spillages as required.
• To ensure that gullies, drains etc. are kept free from debris and that the college and grounds are litter free.
• To undertake porterage tasks as required including setting up and clearing away furniture.
• To report emergencies in the case of faults with gas, electric and water supply to the Director.
• To clean the internal face of external windows and other internal glass within the limitations of safe working practice.
• To monitor stock levels of consumable items such as fuel, grit, toiletries, light, bulbs/tubes and arrange to replenish supplies in accordance with current procedures.
• To maintain appropriate records including intruder alarm logbook, repair orders, and heating system records book, carry out meter readings
• To comply with the requirements of Health and Safety, other relevant legislation and College policies and carry out weekly fire alarm tests, and assist with evacuation procedures.
• To ensure heating plant and equipment  is efficiently  and effectively operated, make adjustments as necessary and reports defects and malfunctions to the  Director.

To undertake handy persons duties as directed by the Director as outlined below: 


• Painting and Decorating – as required
• Joinery- First line maintenance of fixtures and fittings, examples: tightening 
screws on window hinges, maintenance on door handles, minor repairs as 
a temporary measure after break-ins, vandalism etc.
• Plumbing– un-blocking sinks, traps and waste pipes. Adjustment and re- washering of taps.
• Internal Glazing – Remedial action after break-ins, for example boarding 
up of broken windows.
• Exhibitions– manual support with all exhibitions held by the Core Arts as required.
• Events– manual support with all events held by the Core Arts as required

General

• Act as an ambassador for Core Arts by sharing the enthusiasm and passion it represents, and by taking pride in the organisation’s public appearance.
• Comply with Core Arts  policies including Equality & Opportunities, Health & Safety, Fire, Safeguarding, and other policies that are included within the Organisation Handbook.
• Support and monitor Core Arts  environmental impact, acting sustainably across all work areas.
• Always look for ways for Core Arts  to improve and actively feedback constructive ideas.
• Support colleagues at all times and be prepared to take on any other reasonable duty, as required to ensure the organisation always performs at its best.
• Be a designated key holder for Core Arts spaces.

PERSON SPECIFICATION 
Essential Skills

• Good technical problem solving skills
• Experience of building maintenance
• Knowledge of basic electrics
• Carpentry skills
• Good knowledge of Health and Safety and Fire regulations
• Experience of collaborating with artists and musicians
• Good communication and organisation skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines.
• IT competency
• Full clean driving license

Desirable Skills

• PAT Testing certificate
• First Aid Qualification
• Experience of rigging, operating and maintaining music equipment
• Experience of Framing and hanging Art Exhibitions

Working style and Interests

• An energetic and self-motivated approach to work, with an ability to organise and prioritise a demanding workload, working effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to learn quickly and on the job.
• An interest in, and understanding of, contemporary culture and community arts.
• A willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• A willingness to contribute wholeheartedly to the efforts of the team.
• Tidy with an attention to detail.

Please apply by sending a completed application form and CV by email or by post to Giuliana Molinari, Deputy Director.
Postal Adress: Giuliana Molinari, 1st Barnabas Terrace, Homerton, London, E9 6DJ
If you require further information please phone Giuliana on 020 8510 9990

Front of House reception volunteers

Core Arts are looking for Front of House reception volunteers to join our vibrant team
One to two 3 hour shift per week  
£6.00 expenses for food/travel

Duties and skills: Objective

To assist with the smooth running of the reception area at Core Arts. To make sure that members and visitors feel connected and welcome to the centre and direct enquiries to the relevant person or department. The role also involves keeping the front of house area tidy and ensuring people clean up after themselves. It may also entail some administrative duties from time to time.

Responsibilities

• Be a friendly and welcoming face to all visitors and make sure they are introduced to the relevant person.
• Observe the communications book, checking for visitors who will be arriving.
• Communicate effectively with the office – reporting any incidents/concerns when and if it is necessary
• Ensure members tick their name in the register and ask visitors to sign in the visitors’ book when they enter the building.
• Promptly inform Membership coordinator if there is an issue with signing in – if someone is not on the list and is trying to gain access
• Deal with telephone enquiries in a friendly and polite manner.
• Sign for deliveries, informing the office when they arrive
• Assist with occasional administration tasks as required
• Ensure the Front of House area, including sink, coffee area, tables, reception desk and floor are kept clean and tidy. Remind members to give you a hand!
• Keep the drinks machine stocked in liaison with the Centre Manager
• Keep the notice boards up to date and free from clutter when asked by the membership and education coordinator

General Duties

• To ensure that basic Health and Safety procedures are followed within
  the department.
• To ensure that basic Health and Safety procedures are followed within
  the department.
• To be punctual, committed and professional, this means balancing the needs of Front of House with any personal tasks/activities, these should not distract from the job!
• To work within an equal opportunities framework and observe the Core Arts code of respect.
• To follow Core Arts policies and procedures.

Skills & abilities

• To enjoy meeting people and have a friendly approachable manner with good communication skills.
• Able to encourage people to take an interest in Core and be pro-active in making enquiries into their area of interest.
• To have the confidence to remind members to sign the register and adhere to the Core Arts code of respect.

Hours/days

• Time commitment – minimum 3 months
• To volunteer a minimum of 1 shift per week
• FoH volunteers can work a maximum of 2 x 3.00 hour shifts per day Tue/Wed/Thur/Fri

How to apply

Please download our application form and send it with your CV and cover letter to Giuliana Molinari expressing why you are interested in this role and what experience you have in relation to the abilities, responsibilities and skills required.
If you have any questions, please call 020 8510 9990.

Membership Manager

35 hours a week

Salary: £28,000 – £32,000 p.a One year Fixed Term Contract renewable

Responsible to: Senior Membership Manager

Job Summary

To provide overall management, support and development on all aspects of the membership at Core Arts. To develop and implement systems to ensure full and active membership to agreed levels and widen access across London. To specifically work with members who have care plans in place and are supported by high support specialist teams in the community to access opportunities and improve quality of life and wellbeing. To develop and implement the creative workplan process for active members through tutor and volunteer coordination. To support members to achieve personal budgets through brokerage support. To maintain effective systems to track member and creative workplan activity and to provide regular reports to the Board of Trustees and relevant staff.

1. Referrals and Enrolments

• To ensure Membership is maintained for those defined by the membership criteria and relevent contractual pathways
• To ensure Membership is maintained for those defined by the membership criteria and relevent contractual pathways
• To advance & support new members through the enrolment process by ensuring they are appropriately placed in workshops and goals and aspirations have been formulated.
• To promote and pursue funding for members through Personal Budgets, Direct payments and block contracts as appropriate
• To ensure efficient response to expressions of interest and referrals received and timely enrolments
• To ensure that membership is maintained at agreed levels and is individualised to suit each member
• To assess the members needs upon referral and ensure effective signposting to other appropriate agencies as part of the enrolment process and frequent reviews
• To undertake outcome monitoring and case studies for individuals to capture any impact or progress
• To take the lead in developing out of borough contacts and referrals in conjunction with the Assistant Director and within the framework of the fundraising strategy
• To maximise opportunities for increasing income though membership including;
• Marketing and promoting services to commissioners & referrers;
• Promoting partnership working with other services such as open days, initiatives on wards, working with women or specific ethnic groups etc.

2. To support member participation in Core’s activities:

• To identify and follow up on non attendance and relevant funding for members
• To liaise with staff, volunteers and members to ensure clear communication of interests, concerns, changes in activity etc in conjunction with relevant tutors and co-ordinators
• To liaise with external agencies, within the parameters of Core Arts Confidentiality Policy, to ensure maximum support for members
• To maintain knowledge of health, social care and community organisations and the roles they can play in member’s lives
• To develop and maintain creative workplans and monitoring outcomes for all members and to ensure that all workplans are clearly recorded and easily accessible.
• To identify development and progression opportunities in response to member’s identified needs, and to signpost to more appropriate sources of help when relevant
• To liaise with tutors and co-ordinators on a scheduled regular basis to ensure they are fully aware of an individual’s workplans in order to support members in achieving their aims.
• To co-facilitate the daily tutor and volunteer debrief with the wellbeing network coordinator.
• To manage member incidents with the support of the senior management team and liaise with care teams in line with incident procedures.
• To liaise directly with CMHT’s managers regarding members mental health management, and funding eligibility for continuous service
• To monitor the wellbeing of members, offer support and guidance alongside communication with the appropriate services where necessary.

3. Administration and accountability

• To maintain appropriate systems and records of member and creative workplan activity, to collate data and to produce reports for the Board of trustees, the Director, the Deputy Director external funders etc as required.
• To provide backup for the management of petty cash in relation to member activity in liaison with the Finance Manager.
• To maintain accurate records of personal budget allocations, invoices, receipts and direct payments packages in conjunction with the Finance Manager.
• To support and promote Core Council: to act as the main contact for Core Council members, in order to support council members in their role, manage council members’ queries and requests for information and to act as a resource for council members wishing to communicate.
• To arrnage regular meetings and reviews with various stakeholders and partners
• To maintain an up to date database of members.
• To maintain an up to date database of members progression and graduation.
• To co ordinate volunteer mentors/ interns to support members progression and well-being.

4. General

• Contribute to the development of Core Arts charity objectives.
• Carry out all duties in the context of and in compliance with Core Arts Equal Opportunities Policy.
• Proactively promote the service to engage new business and network to advocate the importance of creative arts for mental health & wellbeing
• Contribute positively to team working including attending team meetings and supervisory sessions and adhere to the policies and procedures of Core Arts. Comply with and contribute pro-actively to the Core Arts Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• To attend and contribute positively to supervision sessions and reflective practice
  To undertake any required training and updating of skills as necessary.
• To contribute to the business aims and implement plans made.
• To support other staff members and recruit appropriate volunteers to support you in the role
• To promote Core Arts ethos and unique vision to mental health practitioners and relevant services across London.

• Any other duties within the competence of the post-holder that may be required in line with the post and at the direction of the Director.

Experience

• Of working in an administrative management role (minimum of 3 years)

• Of working within the mental health system or other relevant social care setting

• Of working with people who are seen as vulnerable

• Of developing and implementing monitoring systems and working practices

• Of providing reports and statistics

• Of professional boundary setting and duty of care

• Of conflict resolution

• Of person centred planning with vulnerable adults

• Of working in a diverse cultural setting

• Of partnership working and networking

• Of managing volunteers and staff

• Of using creative arts to support mental health and enhance wellbeing

• Of coordinating the facilitation of workshops/ learning environments

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Word and Excel

• Proficient in entering information on databases, Internet and email 


Knowledge and understanding

• Of the impact of creativity on wellbeing<

• Of the creative arts and relevance of community engagement

• Of the issues faced by people with mental health issues within an inner city, multi cultural setting
• Of confidentiality and information sharing

• Of wider issues in the voluntary sector and the political climate for our service users

• Of strategic and innovative ways of working responding to our service users support needs

• Of the risk assessment process

• Of psychologically informed environments and good practice

• Of tools for change, motivation and support planning (and brokerage)

• Of the purpose and practice of working within an equal opportunities framework

• Of managing a building and related health and safety practices


Skills & Abilities

• Discretion and sensitivity in contact with members

• Demonstrated decision making and able to proactively arrange intervention for those who require statutory support considering short/ long term effect of mental ill health and impact on relationships

• Able to work productively and creatively with a wide range of people

• Able to communicate effectively and professionally at all times

• Able to work alone without supervision

• Able to instil confidence in others

• Confident in behaviour management stategies and implementation

• Experience of dealing with challanging behaviour effectively

• Able to motivate people, especially where they have little confidence or positive self-image

• Ability to maintain high standards whilst working under pressure

• Able to work as part of a team


Personal Qualities

• A Caring friendly and helpful working style

• Excellent time-keeping skills


How to apply

Please download our application form and send it with your CV and cover letter to Giuliana Molinari expressing why you are interested in this role and what experience you have in relation to the abilities, responsibilities and skills required.
If you have any questions, please call 020 8510 9990.
Closing date: Sunday 18^th  September 2016