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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.
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.
Current Vacancies
Data and Quality Officer
Full time | £23,587 pro rata | Based in Peckham
(This position is 36 hours per week, 5 days per week, permanent)
Main responsibilities:
· To provide administrative support to the team
· To ensure the quality standard in our services are met
Please read the Job Description before applying.
To apply please visit REED upload your CV and a covering letter with a maximum of 1,000 words (2 pages). Please include two references, and answer the following questions:
· Why do you want to work for Pecan?
· What does Kindness, Belief and Hope mean to you?
· What is your experience and understanding of people with vulnerabilities and barriers?
· What is your experience of providing employment support and / or advice and guidance?
· What IT experience do you have?
· Anything else you would like to tell us?
Interview Date: Week of January 11th, details TBC
If you have any further questions, please email
Call for Personnel and HR Consultants
Pecan Salary Review Tender
Pecan is seeking to conduct our tri-annual review of staff salaries and benefits. We are looking to engage a consultant with a strong understanding of human resources, pay bands, staff benefits, market trends and benchmarking. In addition, they will need a strong understanding of the voluntary sector and a good knowledge of faith based organisations would be desirable.
Pecan is seeking to complete the review by the middle of February so that recommendations can be submitted to the Board of Trustees and agreed changes implemented for the beginning of April. It is therefore of the highest importance that we are able to keep to the timetable set out in the tender document.
For any questions or clarifications, you can contact Chris Price, who will be monitoring emails over the Christmas and New Year period on a regular basis.
Please see the full description of the tender requirements here
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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
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.”
