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Fundraising Consultant

Westway Trust is seeking freelance Fundraising Consultants to support local, charitable, voluntary, and community organisations in North Kensington. This role is an opportunity to work directly with grassroots organisations to help them secure external funding for their essential work. About the role As a Fundraising Consultant, you will be matched with organisations whose objectives align with Westway Trust’s charitable purpose and who focus on the communities in North Kensington. Your role will be to provide professional guidance and support in identifying and securing funding opportunities, ensuring that these organisations can continue to serve their communities effectively. Key responsibilities Work with community organisations to develop tailored fundraising strategies. Support the preparation of high-quality funding applications. Guide organisations in identifying and applying for external funding opportunities. Assist in aligning funding applications to grant criterion set by funders. Collaborate with Westway Trust to ensure a strategic and impactful approach to fundraising. Provide a comprehensive report on completion of each project. What we’re looking for Proven experience in fundraising, grant writing, or business development for charities or social enterprises. Strong understanding of the funding landscape for community organisations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with multiple stakeholders. Experience working with organisations that serve diverse and underrepresented communities. How to Apply If you are passionate about supporting community organisations and have the skills and experience to help them secure funding, we would love to hear from you. Please complete this short application form. Join us in making a real difference to the communities of North Kensington! ...

Adult Learning Tutor (Digital Skills)

Westway Trust are seeking experienced and committed Adult Learning Tutors - Digital Skills to join their expanding tutor team. The primary responsibility of the Digital Skills Tutor will be to design and deliver high quality, learner-centred teaching, and learning and assessment experiences to our employed and unemployed adult learners from Entry level to Level 1, while supporting the Adult and Community Learning Manager to achieve the Trust’s strategic objectives. This is a part-time, term-time only role. Further information on the working hours will be provided at the interview stage. Westway Trust is a community-guided organisation located in North Kensington which runs an adult learning programme of accredited and non-accredited provision across a range of subjects. We aim to enable people to progress in work, in learning and in life. Our learners come from a variety of backgrounds and have different prior experiences of learning. Key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to: Teaching Plan, prepare and deliver high-quality teaching and learning sessions, workshops, and tutorials in line with the curriculum requirements and the needs of individual learners, ensuring learning objectives are met Assess learners’ abilities and identify areas for improvement, tailoring teaching and learning methods and resources accordingly Rigorously monitor and track learners’ progress, providing regular feedback and implementing strategies to address areas of weakness or underperformance Set and mark assignments, tests, and examinations, providing constructive feedback to learners to support their learning and improvement Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment, actively promoting learner participation, motivation, and confidence in professional development Maintain accurate records of learners' attendance, progress, and assessment outcomes, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal requirements Administration To carry out and keep records of initial and diagnostic assessments, identifying areas for improvement, tailoring teaching and learning methods and resources accordingly To identify materials and equipment/resource needs to assist the provision of teaching and learning by students To develop differentiated Individual Learning Plans with students, monitor and track learners’ progress, providing regular feedback and strategically addressing areas of weakness maintaining up to date course files and submitting accurate data on attendance and achievement within agreed deadlines Preparing groups of learners for accredited assessment (exam or portfolio) & non-accredited assessment (RARPA), marking assessments and taking part in internal moderation and/or consultation meetings with appropriate Trust staff Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Essential Practical work experience as an ICT Tutor, demonstrating hands-on knowledge and skills applicable to real-world scenarios Experience of teaching adult learners and an understanding of appropriate teaching strategies in a similar role Experience of devising course outlines and schemes of work Experience of managing mixed groups of learners Knowledge and experience of working with a variety of exam boards Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and the ability to work as part of a highly collaborative team Desirable Understanding of the RARPA (Recognising and Recording Progress and Achievement in non-accredited learning) system Experience of working/teaching refugees and or asylum seekers Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices to impart essential knowledge to students The ability to speak a community language Qualifications: Essential Level 3 or higher in a relevant subject (e.g. ICT) Teaching or training qualification for working in adult learning (e.g. PTLLS, CTLLS, DTLLS or equivalent suitable experience) To view the full job description click on 'job description' under 'Key Info' on the left hand side. Benefits of working with us: Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington Investor in People (IiP) employer Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office Pension scheme Life Assurance Sick pay scheme Season ticket / bicycle loan Free eye test voucher If you would like assistance on filling out the questions on the application form, please send us an email to HR@westway.org or give us a call on 020 8962 5720 and ask for HR. The application deadline is Thursday 10 July when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early. An early application is strongly recommended....

Head of Operations

Westway Trust is seeking a dedicated Head of Operations with a minimum of 5 years’ senior leadership or operational management experience in a multi-disciplinary organisation, ideally within a community, charitable, social enterprise or values-led setting. In this newly created role, you will act as a key advisor, reporting directly into the CEO, and will have responsibility of key areas of the Trust’s operational functions, ensuring the smooth and effective running and delivery of services. You will directly manage the leads of HR, Learning, Communications & Marketing, and Community Engagement, supporting them to deliver high-quality work and develop professionally. If you are a values-led operational leader who is committed to community transformation and organisational excellence, and thrives on steering strategic decisions, this role is for you! Key responsibilities of the role include but not limited to: Oversight and line management of the HR, Learning, Communications & Marketing, and Community Engagement functions of the Trust. Oversight of key projects essential to the delivery of the Horizon (strategic) Plan 2025-2028 as agreed with the CEO. Be a key part of the Executive Team, chaired by the CEO. Maintain an overview of all projects and programmes of activity, outputs and outcomes within the role and ensure reports are written and submitted on time. Provide day-to-day operational leadership across teams, driving high performance, alignment with values, and maintaining individual, personal & team wellbeing. Develop and implement planning processes and performance management tools to ensure effective delivery of goals. Develop, drive and maintain the data gathering and analysis for the Westway Trust, that enables the Social Impact Framework and to play a key role in the organisation’s progress towards creating a strong narrative in respect of achievement. Attend People Committee Meetings and the Board as requested, and contribute to the preparation of meeting papers as necessary in line with agenda requirements. Provide upward reporting and insight to the CEO including written briefings, performance dashboards, and recommendations. Attend internal and external meetings, including those that require representing the Trust publicly, in line with agreed strategies and perspectives. Monitor, update and ensure compliance with organisational policies and legal requirements (e.g. safeguarding, employment, health & safety, data protection) to build a positive work culture. Champion collaboration and integration across departments, ensuring consistent implementation of work priorities that align with community needs and objectives. Support a values-based culture that centres equity, sustainability, openness, courage, and integrity. Contribute to organisational development and support the process of communicating and managing change effectively at the Trust in line with agreed policies and frameworks. Essential Experience, Skills and Attributes: Minimum 5 years’ senior leadership or operational management experience in a multi-disciplinary organisation, ideally within a community, charitable, social enterprise or values-led setting. Proven ability to lead, guide and motivate diverse teams and to support the professional growth of those who report to you as a line manager. Demonstrable experience of good practice approaches to conflict resolution, working in collaboration with others and encouraging honesty, transparency and open ways of working across teams that benefit the organisation’s effectiveness and efficiency. Excellent planning, organisation and performance management skills. Excellent writing and reporting skills, including the ability to summarise complex data and issues for decision-makers. Experience in researching, developing and managing departmental budgets. Ability to analyse information, and formulate practical and reasoned operational plans that can be easily understood and monitored. Strong interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills – able to offer both moral and professional support to teams. Experience of supporting organisational change, transition, or transformation programmes. Experience of embedding inclusive and equitable practices across teams. Demonstrable alignment with the Trust’s values and commitment to anti-racism and community power. Desirable Experience, Skills and Attributes: Previous experience overseeing HR or education/community programmes is highly desirable. Familiarity with communications/marketing functions is a plus but not essential. Degree-level education together with a recognised professional qualification in any of the fields this role covers - or equivalent lived/professional experience – is highly desirable. To view the full job description click on 'job description' under 'Key Info' on the left hand side. Benefits of working with us: Great location in the heart of Portobello, North Kensington Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per year + statutory bank holidays Sick pay scheme Investor in People (IiP) employer Free gym membership at health club one minute walk from the office Pension scheme Life Assurance Season ticket / bicycle loan Free eye test voucher If you would like assistance on filling out the questions on the application form, please send an email to HR@westway.org or give us a call on 020 8962 5720 and ask for HR. The application deadline is Sunday 13 July when applications will be reviewed and shortlisted for interview. However, we reserve the right to close the application early. An early application is strongly recommended....

Celebrate Local Musical Talent with MAS ARTS

A free concert for the community, connecting the dots between local upcoming talent and established stars. MAS ARTS presents a bill of live music, giving a platform for the best new young local talent (via the "Releasement" and "Mic Drop" programmes at Avenues Youth Project), who will perform alongside established local talent. The event also features a special guest performance which will be announced the day before the event - follow MAS Arts on social media to find out more! Event Details Date: Wednesday, 11 June 2025 Time: 7pm - 11pm Location: To be announced - - follow MAS Arts on social media Free Entry ...

Poetry On The Green by Kamitan Arts and The Daisy Green Collection

Inter-generational Poetry writing and performance workshops throughout Kamitan Arts' inaguaral Kensington and Chelsea Poetry Fringe! Join West London's very own Princess Emmanuelle @EmpresS1Egypt - International bi-lingual Rap-Poetess and Artistic Director of Kensington's homegrown performing arts and heritage non-profit Kamitan Arts! Focused on our theme of 'Equity' for this year's Kensington and Chelsea Poetry Fringe. You will learn different writing, reciting and performance techniques, build confidence and develop creative skills preparing you to apply for our Poetry Open-call! Find our more about the K & C Poetry Fringe's many opportunities including a chance to be commissioned if you are a local marginalised poet as well as having the chance to have your poem displayed throughout the borough with our Poetry Trail by applying to Kamitan Arts' Open-Call, previously known as the Poetry Corner though our years of partnership with KCAW: https://www.kamitanarts.com/kandcpoetryfringe/ Listen to local grassroots veterans of the 'Word, Sound 'n Power' along with community poets and musicians at the evening recitations with special guest artists! Maybe even try a lyric out on the open-mic yourself? The FUNDRAISER will be an opportunity for you to pledge your support towards our annual Kensington and Chelsea Poetry Fringe which Kamitan Arts are launching this year and shines light upon local grassroots poets, artists and organisations while investing in them and placing them in leadership roles within such arts festivals within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea! Part of our Advocacy 4 Equity Campaign. Enabling diverse communities from RBKC and beyond to participate in exploring their own creativity and have their voices heard! FREE for all to attend SOFT LAUNCH of the Kensington and Chelsea Poetry Fringe ✨ ✨ FRI 20th JUNE 5:30-7:30pm WORKSHOP DATES ✨️ FRI 27th JUNE 4-5pm FRI 4th JULY 4-5pm FUNDRAISER ✨ FRI 11th JULY 5:30-7:30pm * Donations requested * Guest of Honour: Jamael Westman - Title character from the original West End Hamilton Hosted by Princess Emmanuelle @EmpresS1Egypt Featuring an eclectic line-up of local guest artists and musicians! You must register for each workshop/event separately. Click here to register. ...

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