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Grant and Bid Writer

Appointment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working hours: 35 hours per week to be worked Monday to Friday

Location: Cathedral Centre, 3 Ford Street, Salford, M3 6DP

Salary & benefits: £36,338 – £40,289 per annum depending on skills and experience, 25 days holidays, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days.

About: In response to emerging needs and the implementation of the Diocesan Property Strategy, the Diocese of Salford is looking to appoint an experienced individual to support and develop Grant and Bid Writing within the diocese. The successful post holder will be expected to represent and work in accordance with the ethos of the Diocese of Salford and to ensure the highest standards of financial management are maintained. This post is required to assist the diocese in the applications for grants for capital and revenue purposes.

What we are looking for: We are looking for a person with excellent written skills with the ability to produce concise and creative bids. The post holder will have proficient IT skills, specifically Microsoft Office software and excellent communication and presentation skills required to build relationships with potential funders. They will have demonstrative ability to plan and prioritise their own workload with minimum supervision and be able to plan ahead and work within agreed timeframes.

What you will need: The successful candidate will need to be educated to A Level standard or equivalent and have experience of National Lottery Heritage Fund applications. They will have significant experience in Trusts, Grants or Corporate grant and bid writing as well as a proven record of successful applications for funding from Trusts and/or other Grant making bodies. They will possess a demonstrative ability to develop relationships with partners, Trusts, and other Grant-making bodies. Experience of researching Trust and Grant funding opportunities is essential.

Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service and barred list checks will be undertaken for working with children and vulnerable adults. All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups.

They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to deal with allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found at http://www.catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/national-safeguarding-standards/national-safeguarding-policy

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Tuesday, 20th August 2024

If you have any enquiries about the role, please email HR@dioceseofsalford.org.uk or ring 0161 817 2222

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Skilled Maintenance Operative

Appointment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Flexible working will be required.

Location: Around the Diocese of Salford.

Salary and benefits: £29,525 – £32,735 depending on skills and experience, 25 holidays, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days, plus employer’s pension scheme.

About: The Diocese of Salford is seeking to recruit a skilled Maintenance Operative to provide maintenance and compliance support to the parishes across the Diocese of Salford. Applying existing skills (in joinery, roofing, brick work and general building) and general building knowledge to the operation of maintenance and repairs to parish and diocesan buildings whilst working alongside other members of the parish property maintenance team.

What we are looking for: An individual who is able to work with initiative and independence, but also be aware of accountability to others. The postholder will possess excellent interpersonal skills to enable effective communication with a wide variety of people including colleagues, clergy, and parishioners. They will have a warm and welcoming manner with a friendly, professional manner.

What you will need: The successful candidate will have relevant experience within a similar role. The postholder will be able to work in a small team, including staff and volunteers and be able to handle challenging people and situations with sensitivity and in accordance with the values of the Catholic Church and have a willingness, mindfulness to work within a faith community. They will be able to adapt to changing priorities and show a willingness to work collaboratively with team members.

Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service and barred list checks will be undertaken for working with vulnerable adults.

All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups. They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to deal with allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found at http://www.catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/national-safeguarding-standards/national-safeguarding-policy

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Tuesday 20th August 2024.

If you have any enquiries about the role, please email HR@dioceseofsalford.org.uk or ring 0161 817 2222

Application Form 

Job Description and Person Specification 

Job Advert 

Letter to Applicants 

Maintenance Operative

Appointment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Flexible working will be required.

Location: Around the Diocese of Salford.

Salary and benefits: £21,840 – £24,343 depending on skills and experience, 25 holidays, plus statutory bank holidays and 5 Diocesan closure days, plus employer’s pension scheme.

About: The Diocese of Salford is seeking to recruit a Maintenance Operative to provide maintenance and compliance support to the parishes across the Diocese of Salford. Applying existing skills and general building knowledge to the operation of maintenance and repairs to parish and diocesan buildings whilst working alongside other members of the parish property maintenance team

What we are looking for: An individual who is able to work with initiative and independence, but also be aware of accountability to others. The postholder will be trustworthy with the ability to work with complete discretion and confidentiality. They will have a warm and welcoming manner with a friendly, professional manner.

What you will need: The successful candidate will need to have 5 GCSE’s including English and Mathematics or equivalent as well as have relevant experience within a similar role. The postholder will be able to work in a small team, including staff and volunteers and be able to handle challenging people and situations with sensitivity and in accordance with the values of the Catholic Church and have a willingness, mindfulness to work within a faith community.

Safeguarding: The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The post-holder will be expected to contribute to a positive culture of safeguarding within the organisation.This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure by the Disclosure and Barring Service and barred list checks will be undertaken for working with vulnerable adults.

All employees of the Diocese are expected to work to promote the safeguarding of vulnerable groups. They must familiarise themselves with and adhere to the procedures on how to deal with allegations or concerns of abuse and the Church’s Safeguarding Policies and Procedures which can be found at http://www.catholicsafeguarding.org.uk/national-safeguarding-standards/national-safeguarding-policy

Closing date for applications: 12 noon on Tuesday 20th August 2024.

If you have any enquiries about the role, please email HR@dioceseofsalford.org.uk or ring 0161 817 2222

Application Form 

Job Description and Person Specification 

Job Advert 

Letter to Applicants