Support and Information Centre Lead - King's Lynn, United Kingdom - Big C Cancer Charity

Big C Cancer Charity

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King's Lynn, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

Do you have a passion for supporting others and would like to make a difference to people affected by cancer?

If so, we have a fabulous opportunity for you as a
Support & Information Centre Lead in our Charitable Operations team at our centre in
Kings Lynn.

In this role you will be responsible for the day to day running of the centre and the supervision of staff and volunteers.

You can put your listening and advising skills to use to support someone with a cancer diagnosis or their loved ones.

About Big C

As a regional cancer charity, Big C are dedicated to supporting anyone affected by cancer in Norfolk and neighbouring counties whilst working with key partners in research and healthcare to improve future outcomes.

There are an estimated 2.5 million people living with cancer in the UK. 1 in 2 people will get cancer in their lifetime.

Big C seeks and implements new approaches and projects to make sure that no one is missing out on the opportunity to access our support.

Big Cs work focuses on 6 key areas:

Support for people affected by cancer
Research into cancer
Equipment provision for the regions main acute hospital trusts
Education provision of interventional and presentational education programmes
Income Generation raising vital funds to improve the lives of people living with cancer
People Big C service users, their loved ones, Big C trustees, staff, volunteers and fundraisers

About the role

Our Support and Information Centre Lead enhance the wellbeing of Big Cs service users with full oversight of the provision of cancer information and support; in person, by telephone and/or video calls.

Creating a supportive plan within our wealth of holistic services, such as our physical activity program, wellbeing services, counselling and complimentary therapy.

Signposting to other relevant organisations and keeping informed of local provisions.

Please see the full job description and person specification for this role:JDPS SI Centre Lead **
Why choose Big C?

As an employer, Big C is passionately engaged in its commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and was awarded Gold Accreditation in the
Best Employers Eastern Region **2023 for the 2nd time running.

We are proudto be able to offer a supportive working environment with a focus on employeewellbeing and recognition of the importance of a good work/life balance.

Big C's Core Values are
Respect, Empathy, Support, Trust and Honesty. These provide a benchmark for behaviour across the organisation. If you share these values, have the skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

Subject to eligibility/scheme rules, benefits include:

5% employer pension contribution
33 days holiday per annum, inclusive of bank holidays (full time equivalent)
Cycle to work scheme
Company sick pay
Life assurance
Health cash plan and wellbeing resources
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Continued Professional Development (CPD) Opportunities for training and development

Recruitment Process

Closing date for applications**:
Sunday 14th April 2024 however please note that this vacancy may close earlier.