Job Title: Academic resource writer - sociology/psychology

Brillder is a small publishing company producing digital academic resources for students aged 15-19. [website]

We are looking for authors with an academic background in sociology and/or psychology to write content for us. It would be best suited to someone with teaching experience in these areas.

This is flexible freelance work, meaning that you could produce content when you want, where you want, and as much as you want. All work is remote/online.

Payment is per resource, and ranges from £175 to £240 per resource. We estimate that authors earn around £20/hour.

If you're interested , please upload your CV and we will be in touch!

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance

Salary: £17.00-£22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexitime
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Flexitime

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Work Location: ID: Academic resource writer

About us

At The Dash Charity, we safeguard and empower women, men and children in our local communities who are affected by domestic abuse, by offering a range of specialist services that help keep people safe and break the cycle.

Through our work and impact, we aim to educate and empower people to understand, recognise & respond to domestic abuse across East Berkshire and South Buckinghamshire.

The Dash Charity is recruiting for part-time Grants Writer, growing a pipeline of opportunities and new sources of trusts and foundations income.

The team will work flexibly (as long as they can attend necessary events and meetings), but candidates should be able to commute to our office in Maidenhead for a minimum of one day per week/fortnight, and local travel may be required at other times for this role.

Grants Writer

Hours: 15hrs per week (0.4 FTE)

Salary: £25,000 pro-rata

Location: Maidenhead office with plenty of home working by arrangement with line manager

Deadline: 14 September 2023

The successful candidate will generate income from grant making trusts and foundations and other sources which enable the charity to run specific projects and services which meet the needs of victims of domestic abuse and their dependents.

Please see job description and person specification on our website for full details:

[website]

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 15 per week

Salary: £25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexitime
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Maidenhead, SL1 deadline: 13/09/2023

Main Purpose of the Role

Aspect Group Services Ltd are seeking a Technical Coordinator / Bid Writer who will work to produce winning bids and support Roofing Services, Property Services and the Aspecte Team.

The role will involve writing bids and project proposals for new and existing public, commercial and private sector clients across East Anglia. You will have responsibility for all administrative projects. In addition, experience of working on multiple bids simultaneously is required. You will be the only person in the Bid Team but work closely with the Divisional Directors and Commercial Consultants.

Reporting to the Business Support Manager, the role will be key to maintaining and developing existing and new customer relationships through appropriate propositions, ethical sales and marketing methods, and relevant internal liaison, to optimise quality of service, business growth, and customer satisfaction.

Scope & Responsibilities of the Role

· Conduct effective market analysis to determine strategic opportunities and exploit our potential offerings within existing contracts to grow AGSL market areas and local footprint

· Manage our accreditation memberships/registrations, client approved lists

· Monitor, identify and report all new business and tender opportunities advertised via industry portals and present at weekly pipeline/bidding appraisal meeting with Senior Management Team

· Progress and chase opportunities, leads and manage the enquires/new business pipeline

· Attend bidders meetings with clients to fully appraise and gain a comprehensive understanding of opportunity and tendering process

· Using oral and written materials, articulate AGSL’s service offerings to produce winning new business proposals and bids from contract proposition, design, PQQ & ITT to successful submission and award

· Prepare and present to Senior Management bid progress updates and attend tender/bid reviews and adjudications

· Participate in tender interviews/presentations and reference site visits

· Build and maintain a solid base of library content and reference material to create a database of bid information and details to produce professional, compelling and evidence based proposals that are industry leading

· Maintain strong awareness of industry trends, client/customer expectations and innovations when producing convincing bid documentation, information and new business proposal pitches

· Identify and analyse areas of future business expansion and integrated services

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Referral programme
• Relocation assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Location: In person

Ensafe Consultants was formed in 1995 and has grown into the UK’s foremost fully independent Asbestos Surveying, Project Management, Health & Safety and Training Consultancy who provide professional, high quality and cost-effective bespoke solutions. The extended range of Ensafe’s consultative services also include Ecology, Acoustics, Air Quality & Geo-Environmental investigations. As a UKAS accredited organisation, we have a wealth of experience and technical knowledge working with a large range of organisations. At Ensafe, we believe in putting our people first. With a passion for continual improvement, we thrive on training and development ensuring our clients receive an exceptional quality of service for the lifespan of the project.

General JOB Description

Reporting of survey results in accordance at all times with Ensafe Consultants quality standards and UKAS/INAB legislation. To create formal reports based on site asbestos surveys and projects to include sample analysis results using in-house systems and data transference

KEY Responsibilities

· Answer external and internal telephone calls, transfer callers to appropriate team members and ensure all messages are taken accurately and are passed on in a timely fashion.

· Liaise with Consultants and Project Managers on a regular basis.

· To create Survey /Project Management Reports using the internal databases information taken from Asbestos Surveys and site works based on the findings from the site visit and laboratory within the required SLA’s.

· Create certificates and associated documents which may be required for the completion of the report

· To create CAD site plans which outline layout and asbestos sampling points to accompany the survey report.

· Check & merge and paginate reports in preparation for despatch to the client.

· Liaise with the laboratory and surveyors to gain advice, results and technical clarification if required during the creation of the report.

· Make note of any inconsistencies and query before producing reports

· It is everybody’s responsibly to adhere to the company’s policies and procedures as set out in the Integrated Management Systems and to work in line with and promote the company’s vision and values.

· Additional responsibilities in line with Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental objectives noted on the addendum.

Education & Qualifications

Essential

· Minimum C or above GCSE’s in English, Maths & ICT

Desirable

· Business administration qualification

Experience

Essential

· Excellent administrative experience including data input

Desirable
· Capable of dealing effectively with complex, sensitive or negative communications

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £19,800.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Daventry, Northamptonshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Technical Writing: 1 year ID: WR-01

We're looking to expand our team of writers, to better explain the unfolding news events to our audience.

YOU MUST APPLY Through THIS FORM: [website]

The role:

Applicants should have a university level degree in either politics, economics or a relevant field of study and should be able to demonstrate relevant experience.

The successful applicant will be expected to pitch new video topics and write scripts for our EU and Global news channels, and as such will need to work efficiently and independently.

Ideally, applicants would be comfortable to appear on camera to discuss their videos and other topics on panel-style discussion episodes and our podcast. There is also a potential for applicants to take on hosting responsibilities - although this isn't necessary.

As a growing company, each member of staff is sometimes expected to take part in activities and tasks that are not usually part of their work load. This can include rudimentary video and audio editing. While no experience is expected in this, the applicants should be happy to adopt a flexible workflow.

This is a full time role, with the successful applicant expected to work 40 hours a week. We operate under hybrid working model, the employee will expected to work in our office in central London at least three days a week.

We are particularly keen to receive a wide range of applications from people with diverse social, national, ethnic, gender and other backgrounds because lived experience and personal understanding of certain topics can be invaluable in the work we do.

As a politically neutral organisation, we ask that candidates disclose any affiliations they have with political parties. Affiliation is not, however, a disqualifying factor.

The successful applicant will be offered a salary between £35,000 and £45,000 (depending on experience).

About us:

TLDR News is a growing organisation which makes a wide range of digital content designed to inform a young audience about politics and current affairs. We aim to produce content that is trustworthy; politically neutral; and informative to people with no background in politics. Currently, we have 6 YouTube channels and release an average of 20 videos per week.

TLDR News EU - [website]

TLDR News Global - [website]

TLDR News UK - [website]

TLDR News Daily - [website]

TLDR Business - [website]

TLDR Podcasts - [website]

If you have any additional questions, please email [website]

Applications will close no later than September 30th 2023, although we may choose to close early should we received enough high quality applicants. As such, we'd encourage you to submit your application as soon as you're able.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Work Location: In deadline: 30/09/2023

One of the Country’s leading privately owned Construction Companies, Luddon Construction Ltd is an extremely successful and reputable Civil Engineering, Building and Surfacing Contractor based in Glasgow, with operations and projects now spanning throughout the whole of the UK.

We are seeking a talented Bid Writer to join the Bid Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible as part of the Bid Team for creating high-quality, compelling, and competitive proposals to secure new business opportunities within the construction industry. This role requires a keen understanding of construction projects, excellent written communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various teams and departments to produce winning bids.

This exciting role attracts an excellent remuneration package including an enhanced holiday entitlement. There will be opportunities for career development and upward progression within a successful, friendly and supportive team environment

Responsibilities

Research, analyse, and understand project requirements, specifications, and objectives outlined in tender documents or requests for Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQ’s).

Collaborate with the Bid team, to gather information necessary for bid preparation.

Write, edit, and customise proposals, ensuring they are compliant, persuasive, and tailored to meet client needs and expectations.

Craft compelling content, including executive summaries, technical narratives, methodologies, and other relevant sections, ensuring a clear and coherent message that highlights the company's strengths and capabilities.

Coordinate with subject matter experts to incorporate technical details, project plans, cost estimates, and any other essential information into proposals.

Manage multiple proposals simultaneously, adhering to deadlines and ensuring all submissions are of the highest quality.

Assist in maintaining a comprehensive database of past bid content, ensuring accuracy, relevance, and continuous improvement of proposal templates.

Stay updated with industry trends, market insights, and regulatory requirements to enhance the quality and competitiveness of bids.

Qualifications

Proven experience as a Bid Writer within the construction industry, demonstrating a successful track record of winning bids.

Excellent written communication skills with an ability to articulate technical information clearly and concisely.

Strong project management skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and familiarity with bid management software.

A detail-oriented approach with the ability to conduct thorough research and analysis.

Understanding of construction terminology, project management principles, and the construction bidding process.

Exceptional organisational skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Technical Writing: 1 year Location: In person

To apply, please visit our website: [website]

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP, a premier international law firm with over 1,600 attorneys and 20 offices in major financial centers worldwide, seeks a Senior Editor/Writer for its London office. This position will lead our newly established editorial team. You will ensure information sent to external and internal audiences reflect the firm’s brand. The role will work closely with our Creative Services team, to ensure alignment between our editorial and visual approach and report to the Director of Brand. You will represent the global department at office and regional meetings, providing an update on the area you lead. Additionally, you will support department initiatives and own projects in line with your strengths and passions.

Responsibilities include:

• Write a wide range of marketing collateral, including lawyer biographies, social media posts, website content, annual reports, blog posts, interview transcripts and speeches
• Write a wide range of internal pieces, including newsletters and firm announcements
• Proofread materials to ensure accuracy, correctness and adherence to the firm’s style
• Edit client alerts, bylined articles and other thought leadership, and working with lawyers on edits
• Manage the delivery of projects. In this work, generate content, write, edit and liaise with the Creative Services team
• Generate and identify topics of interest for inclusion in firm memos
• Ensure consistency and adherence to firm style in marketing collateral and across its platforms
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Exceptional writing skills, including grammar, spelling and vocabulary – and an ability to write in a range of styles, for a variety of platforms
• Exceptional editing skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
• Sound judgment and an ability to work under pressure, to tight deadlines
• Experience in working with style guidelines and knowledge of AP Stylebook
• Experience in overseeing video/podcast creation and post-production
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively with others
• Able to provide editorial feedback and guidance to a highly literate audience
• An ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet competing deadlines
• Discretion and maturity in handling sensitive and confidential matters
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and an ability to learn new software and operating systems
• Attention to detail and an understanding of nuance
• Outstanding project management skills, and ability to manage competing projects
• Willingness to adjust working hours to meet business needs.

Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of eight years’ experience in journalism or a professional writing environment, preferably within professional services.

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Gibson Dunn will consider for employment qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

We are seeking a highly articulate and strong Grant Writer to create clear and compelling cases for support. This is a crucial role within the organisation and involves building relationships with grant-giving organisations, from trusts and foundations to police and crime commissioners, health trusts and companies. As the Grant Writer, your primary focus is to work alongside the Head of Fundraising, Marketing and Communications to write five and six figure grant applications.

To succeed in this role, you must be passionate about supporting vulnerable people, including people experiencing addiction, homelessness and leaving prison and experienced in securing large, multiyear grants and managing such relationships. A subscription funder database will be at your disposal for research and planning purposes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clarifying opportunities and needs across the Social Interest Group, working proactively with staff to identify fundable initiatives.
• Developing concepts working with internal teams to help with technical and operational information for applications.
• Plan, prepare and write applications and prepare their budgets for grant-giving organisations, including trusts and foundations, companies, Police and Crime Commissioners and government departments.
• Being the first point of contact and providing a positive experience for funders interacting with the Social Interest Group and ensuring interactions are managed according to agreed processes.
• Participating in developing strategies for the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of funders.
• Fundraising planning for SIG’s Large Grant Programme and income tracking.

Experience Required:

• A demonstrable technical knowledge and experience of writing grant bids
• Adept at translating technical conversation into clear, concise and compelling documents
• Experience in major donor fundraising
• Excellent knowledge of fundraising information sources
• Sound judgement, excellent interpersonal and persuasive skills, and the confidence to operate with autonomy
• Ability to communicate effectively via multiple platforms/mediums including email, telephone, letter and in live streams/chats
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills and demonstrable experience of building relationships with influential stakeholders
• Proficient with MS Office Word and Excel
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Benefits of working with us:

• Excellent core and on-going training aligned with personal development plan
• Access to employee assistance programme
• 25 days holiday increasing to 26 days after 2 years and increasing 1 day per year up to 30 days annual leave
• Medi-cash which includes the following:
• Discount gym membership
• Routine eye tests, glasses and contact lenses
• Dental treatment via NHS or Private
• Physiotherapy, Head Massage and a range of other therapies
• Life Assurance

If you wish to work with this challenging yet rewarding client group then this could be a perfect opportunity for you!

For more information, please visit our careers page in order to complete our online application form [website]

All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and provide employment references covering the last 5 years period including one from your most recent employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £36,836.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Gym membership
• Sick pay
• Wellness programmes

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Kingdom (required)

St Wilfrid’s Centre is a day centre based in Sheffield and is open daily Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm to homeless, vulnerable or socially excluded adults aged 18+.

We have a skilled staff team that offer basic Welfare Services as well as Skills for Living to promote wellbeing and independence.

The Centre runs over 35 specialist sessions and activities each week. Some of these sessions are tailored to meet the individual’s needs whilst most are group activities. Each session is run by a trained specialist, supported by a team of dedicated volunteers.

We provide a two course hot meal daily, served in our dining room and prepared by our in-house cook. In addition, we run a café, where drinks and sandwiches are available throughout the day for a nominal charge. This is not open to the public.

All of our activities are based at our Centre or on our allotment and we also run trips and outings for clients in our minibus.

We are looking for a freelance fundraiser/bid-writer who has experience of fundraising and bid writing for charities and/or non-profit organisations. He/she will be expected to work for St Wilfrid's Centre for 2 to 3 days each month, though the time and days can be flexible,

The Fundraising Consultant shall use their skills, experience and knowledge to promote the interests of St Wilfrid’s Centre, specifically aiming to raise project or core funding as follows:
 Aiming to achieve trust and foundation income of between £60,000 and £80,000 each year
 Prospect research on Trusts & Foundations, including phone calls or emails with funders where necessary;
 Develop existing funding pipeline, and engage with key funders to check we are eligible, and to develop a relationship and prepare ground for a future application if appropriate;
 Lead on bid writing / proposal development for trusts and foundations identified (the number and nature of these applications will be agreed with the Director);
 Advise on future fundraising strategy;
 Work with St Wilfrid’s Centre to create a compelling Case for Support document to be used across all written fundraising materials;

Please note that a knowledge of catholic funding organisations and trusts would be beneficial but by no means is not a requirement of the role.

JOIN OUR TEAM

• If you are passionate about providing understanding, practical assistance and a sense of belonging for homeless, vulnerable and socially excluded adults.
• If you want to be part of an organisation that is determined to challenge social injustice and provide individuals with opportunities to improve their quality of life

All staff are expected to:

a. Work towards and support the Centre’s aims, ethos and the objectives outlined in the current Service and Development Plan.

b. Contribute to the Centre’s programme of activities and events.

c. Support and contribute to the Centre’s responsibility for safeguarding adults.

d. Work within the Health and Safety policy to ensure a safe working environment for staff, clients, volunteers and visitors.

e. Promote equality of opportunity for all client, staff and volunteers.

f. Maintain confidentiality and observe data protection and associated guidelines where appropriate.

g. Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct and positive, courteous relations with clients, volunteers, colleagues and outside contacts (following the guidelines outlined in the Code of Conduct)

h. Remain calm and employ tact and diplomacy in difficult/sensitive situations and demonstrate patience and empathy to help others feel at ease and build trust

k. Understand and comply with all other relevant Centre policies.

Job Types: Part-time, Freelance
Part-time hours: 3-6 per week

Salary: £180.00-£250.00 per day

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Work from home

Experience:

• successful fundraising/bid-writing: 2 years (required)

Application deadline: 29/06/2022
Reference ID: start date: 01/08/2022