Canto Learning

Job Title: Marketing Fundraiser Location: Northampton, NN3 8HZ Salary : 24,389.30 per year Job type: Full Time (2 Year fixed term contract) 36 hours per week. Core hours are between 8.30am and 4.30pm however flexibility is required to attend relevant events and meetings. About Us: CANTO was established in 1992 to provide training and personal development for individuals with Learning Difficulties and/or Behavioural Issues. Over this period of time we have become recognised as a specialist provider, particularly with young people with medium to severe learning difficulties. Our mission statement is: To work effectively and co-operatively with individuals who live with challenges arising from learning, behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, to progress their personal development, abilities, skills and qualifications. Staff are required to be in tune with our mission statement and keep it in focus at all times when undertaking their role. Sessions are undertaken in functional skills, practical projects, drama, art, music, cooking, animal care, gardening, ICT and other activities aimed at building independence, developing social and personal skills. Students also undertake work placements both in our college and in external companies. Staff also plan activity days and community placements to further enhance their learning experience and helping them to reach their potential. Main Duties: As Marketing Fundraiser you'll play a vital role in building relationships and securing funding from grant giving organisations and business to enhance and improve the lives of the young adults attending one of our 2 core programmes, and towards the future development of CANTO. You will also proactively take the lead on marketing the charity through social media, publicity and events. Key Fundraising responsibilities: To explore innovative ways to diversify and expand CANTO's fundraising efforts. To arrange and support the charity's fundraising activities, helping to generate income through community fundraising, events, grants, and corporate partnerships. To find appropriate Trusts, Foundations and grants and work with the SLT to complete compelling and comprehensive applications. To research and develop new funders to support and achieve fundraising goals. To build, nurture and maintain positive relationships and records with and for new and current supporters. Face to face community work and collection of raffle prizes etc from within the community. To liaise with volunteers and event participants. Poster/leaflet creation, erection and distribution. To work with the leadership team to identify and produce case studies/service user statistics to demonstrate the impact of the charity's projects. Key Marketing responsibilities: To offer content suggestion and help manage CANTO's website, social media sites and newsletters. To attend relevant regional and national networking events to increase the charity's visibility and secure new partnerships. To help deliver the external and internal communications strategy. To devise care supporter procedures for supporters to ensure they feel valued by their interactions with us. Person Specification Highly organised with the ability to plan ahead. Proactive, creative and resilient. Flexibility is required (occasional evening and weekend work to support events). Proficiency and confidence with using Microsoft Office, social media sites and other online design tools. Good written and verbal communication skills Team Player Good record keeper Confidence and have the ability to engage and inspire both internal and external stakeholders/supporters. Candidates should : Be able to adopt the CANTO ethos and be committed to work with people with learning difficulties and assist them in reaching their potential. Be able to proactively promote the ethos through maintaining a positive learning environment. Be a team player Be flexible in their approach to fit in with constantly changing timetables. Be able to generate mutual respect between both learners and staff. Be competent at Maths and English Have a full driving licence. Candidates would ideally: Have experience of working with people with learning difficulties. Have experience and/or training in the specified area of job responsibility. Benefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Employee benefits programme On-site parking Sick pay This year staff are also benefitting from a paid day off to undertake a well-being day. Staff well-being is extremely important to us and we offer regular activities to support staff. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Once we receive your CV, you will be emailed an application form to complete with details of next steps/where to return. It is essential this is done in order for your application to be considered. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Development Coordinator, Fundraising Manager, Marketing Manager, Charity Fundraiser, Public Relations Specialist, Development Officer, will also be considered for this role.

Job Title: Trainer (Social care) Location: Northampton, NN3 8HZ Salary : £13.18 - £14.16 an hour Job type: Full Time, Permanent. This role if full time: Monday - Thursday 8.30-16.30, Friday 8.30-15.30. 52 weeks per year About Us: CANTO was established in 1992 to provide training and personal development for individuals with Learning Difficulties and/or Behavioural Issues. Over this period of time we have become recognised as a specialist provider, particularly with young people with medium to severe learning difficulties. Our mission statement is: To work effectively and co-operatively with individuals who live with challenges arising from learning, behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, to progress their personal development, abilities, skills and qualifications. Staff are required to be in tune with our mission statement and keep it in focus at all times when undertaking their role. Sessions are undertaken in functional skills, practical projects, drama, art, music, cooking, animal care, gardening, ICT and other activities aimed at building independence, developing social and personal skills. Students also undertake work placements both in our college and in external companies. Staff also plan activity days and community placements to further enhance their learning experience and helping them to reach their potential. Main Duties: Plan and deliver sessions to a variety of students on the adult social care provision. Sessions should be varied and meaningful and give students opportunities to build their knowledge and skills. You will also be required to: Be a keyworker to a small group of students and provide pastoral support. To be pro-active in setting targets for them and monitoring their progress. To provide feedback for student reviews. Transport students as required To commit to CPD including internal and external training as required To attend weekly team meetings To maintain a clean and welcoming environment at all times. To undertake other duties as requested by the Senior Leadership Team to further enhance the learning experience for those attending the college. Candidates should be: Able to adopt the CANTO ethos and be committed to work with people with learning difficulties and assisting them in reaching their potential. Be able to show initiative Able to proactively promote the ethos through maintaining a positive learning environment. A team player Flexible in their approach to fit in with constantly changing timetables. Able to generate mutual respect between both students and staff Hold a GCSE or equivalent in both Maths and English A good standard of ICT skills. A full driving licence Candidates would ideally have: Relevant training or qualifications at Level 2 or above. Experience of working in a training environment and in particular in the specified areas of delivery. Experience of working with people with learning disabilities. Salary breakdown: The hourly salary is between £13.18 and £14.16 dependent upon qualifications and experience. With four weeks annual leave per year in addition to 5 days at Christmas and New Year pro rata and bank holidays. Staff are also enrolled in a workplace pension as well as an Employee Benefits Programme. This year staff are also benefitting from a paid day off to undertake a well-being day. Staff well-being is extremely important to us and we offer regular activities to support staff. Benefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Employee benefits programme On-site parking Sick pay How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV, detailing their relevant experience and qualifications. Once we receive your CV, you will be emailed an application form to complete with details of next steps/where to return. It is essential this is done in order for your application to be considered. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: SEN Training Specialist, SEN Training and Development Specialist, SEN Learning and SEN Development Specialist, will also be considered for this role.