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Don't miss your opportunity to become a part of our growing team!

Pecan is a highly respected and dynamic Christian charity. We have been working throughout Southwark for 30 years, helping people who face seemingly impassable barriers to find a way through, re-write their futures and flourish. Our strong staff and volunteer team work with the most vulnerable people to transform lives and communities. Our work is founded on our mission, vision and values, and we are committed to showing kindness, raising self-belief and inspiring hope for the future in the individuals we serve.

When working for Pecan, you can expect to become a valued member of a diverse and supportive team. In addition to a place in our 30-year legacy, you will receive a generous holiday allowance, pension contribution and life assurance cover. You can also expect regular team meetings and social opportunities, and a variety of other benefits. Read about our Christian Ethos here.

To apply, please send us your CV and a Cover Letter (max 2 pages) detailing how you meet the Person Specification. Email to careers@pecan.org.uk

We are an equal opportunities and disability-friendly employer. We guarantee to offer an interview to those with a disability who meet the minimum criteria.

Trustee

Unrenumerated, travel expenses paid | Based in Peckham

Pecan currently has seven Trustees, two of whom have stated their intention to stand down in the next six months. We are therefore seeking to replace our retiring trustees and grow our number to eight or nine to help spread the responsibilities and add your experience and insight to our goal of enabling people to positively contribute to society.

Are you a committed Christian?
Do you have the skills and passion required to steer our strategic direction?
Do you have business acumen or are you social media savvy?
Are you familiar with the Southwark community or have you experienced Pecan's services?

Recruitment Pack

Closing Date: Monday 10th February, 9am

Interview Date: 17th-28th February

If you have questions about this role, please contact Chris Price on

020 7732 0007 or chris.price@pecan.org.uk

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WHY WORK FOR PECAN?

At Pecan we are committed to transforming lives through kindness, belief and hope by enabling individuals to believe in their potential. As a Christ centred organisation we seek to treat all people with inclusivity, openness and respect, demonstrating Jesus’ grace and love in action.

Pecan's 30 year legacy working in the community of Southwark

8% pension contribution

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working

Life Assurance Cover

(4 times annual salary)

Accredited London Living Wage Employer

Up to £100 contribution towards the cost of glasses

Employee Assistance Programme

In-house fruit and veg rota

Regular appraisal and supervision

Internal and external training programmes

Certified Disability Confident Employer

Wellbeing programme for physical and mental wellbeing

Free Perkbox membership

Based in vibrant Peckham

Regular prayer together

4 team away days annually

Staff socials

Supportive culture

Investors in People

19 years continuous recognition.

We currently hold a Silver accreditation.

The 2017 report states:

“100% of people feel appreciated for the work that they do at Pecan. It is a very positive environment in which to work and there is much praise from leaders, managers and colleagues.”

Matrix

10 years continuous accreditation. The most recent report (2018) states:

“An enduring strength of Pecan is the professional, client focused and empathetic team displaying an exceptional commitment to local people and supporting clients to
progress and achieve their full potential.”

APS (Approved Provider Status)

First achieved by our Moving On project in August 2015. The report states:

“Using a person-centred approach mentors were able to motivate mentees and to provide effective support with an impressive range of daily living issues… The Moving On mentors and management team are clearly very committed in their support of the mentees. Moreover, the project is well embedded in PECAN’s wider community services, such as the careers and employment support, the Foodbank and HOurBank that can also benefit the mentees.”