Our vision is to improve the mental health of the nation.
We all have mental health. Better mental health is good for everyone and recognising this is good for society.
We want a society where everyone can thrive. We believe in zero stigma surrounding mental health. We want mental health to be openly discussed and supported.
We want our training to create an unshakable belief that we can all talk freely about mental health and seek support when we need it. We will achieve this through our mission to train one in ten people in mental health awareness and skills.Want to join us?
We are committed to rewarding our employees with competitive pay, a flexible and supportive workplace, opportunities to grow and develop, and our promise that we will put your wellbeing first.
See our full list of benefits below:
We have an unwavering commitment to diversity, to enable each and every one of our people to have a full sense of belonging within and across our organisation. Our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work and celebrate diversity in all its glory. We run regular lunch and learn sessions to explore and stay educated on a range of diversity, inclusion and equality topics.
It is our collective responsibility to create and sustain an inclusive environment. Our Inclusion Network advocates for diversity and accessibility across the organisation and ensures that everyone has an opportunity to be heard.
We celebrate key moments and events, such as Pride in London, Black History Month and International Women’s Day because they reflect the diverse makeup of our people. We recognise that our diversity makes us stronger, more innovative, more creative and this all helps us in better serving our people, our customers and our communities.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity leave status. We are especially keen to encourage applications from people currently underrepresented within the organisation, including but not limited to people from the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and people from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background.
Are you with us?
Part of the way we achieve change is by role modelling best practice as a workplace. Our awards and accrediations include:
Great Place to Work: UK's Best Workplaces 2020
We were named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces™ 2020 (Medium category - 51-250 employees) by Great Place to Work®.
Great Place to Work: Excellence in Wellbeing
We are delighted to receive this award recognising our culture, rewards, and support given to staff.
Disability Confident Leader
We achieved Leader status this year demonstrating our approach to recruiting and retaining people with disabilities and health conditions.
Mindful Employer
By being a Mindful Employer we demonstrate our commitment to supporting our employees.
London Living Wage employer
We are an accredited London Living Wage employer which means we pay all our employees a wage they can live on.
London Healthy Workplace Charter
In 2017 we achieved the London Healthy Workplace Charter - Achievement Level, which recognises organisations with a more advanced and comprehensive approach to employee wellbeing.We decided not to complete this in 2018 as we are working towards the excellence level.
2017 BAME100 Board Talent Index
Our then CEO Poppy Jaman was recognised in the BAME100 Board Talent Index 2017, a list of 100 black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) professionals, compiled to celebrate a range of achievements and contributions.
2017 FT 1000: Europe's fastest growing companies
In 2017 we were recognised in the FT 1000 as one of Europe's fastest growing companies. We continue to grow but no longer meet the criteria for a small company!
We are a member of the Association of Mental Health Providers, a membership organisation for policy makers and the national voice on consultations, discussions and commissioning for mental health.
We are a member of Equally Well UK, working to bring about equal physical health for people with mental illness.
See below or visit our employer profile at charityjob.co.uk for current vacancies at our head office in central London.
Please note we can only accept applications with a cover letter.
MHFA England is a social enterprise and the leading provider of mental health skills and awareness training courses in England. Our vision is to improve the health of the nation, through normalising society’s attitudes and behaviours around mental health, by developing the skills we need to look after our own and others’ wellbeing. Learn about our social mission and our history by reading our 'what we do section' on our website.
We are a friendly, dynamic, fast-paced organisation and we strive to be an exemplary health and wellbeing employer. We are launching an ambitious Digital Transformation Programme to seamlessly connect and engage Customers, Clients, Members and Staff and support our mission to train 1:10 of the population in mental health knowledge and skills.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for an Instructional Designer to lead on the development and delivery of learning solutions for our clients, customers and instructors. The role holder will have expertise in learning design, learner behaviour and content production. You will be able to work collaboratively with teams and fellow instructional designers for continual improvement in developing new and existing products.
You will be able to:
• Lead on the delivery of product strategy and be able to drive forward products from development to take to market stage whilst working with subject matter experts and key stakeholders. • Identify ways to continuously improve processes towards the innovation and maintenance cycle of current and new products. • Responsible for quality assurance of products to move to final version, whilst recognising potential risks and control methods for effective management of product delivery. • Have the ability to communicate effectively to promote new product understanding • Engage with clients to scope and deliver on their learning requirements.
You will have:
• Degree level or equivalent, with understanding of Learning and Development within professional area • Significant experience of developing learning solutions and/or experiences via learner led, experimentation and insight gathering methods and processes • Awareness of the innovation cycle • Knowledge of workplace training market • Ability to engage internal and external stakeholders • Strong communication skills
Desirable skills:
• Experience working with external clients or consultancy working • Ability to build and manage effective stakeholder relationships • Be a problem solver • Awareness of mental health and wellbeing in the workplace • Working collaboratively • Ability to inspire and engage others
Looking after you
Wellbeing is at the heart of all that we do and say, we are friendly and supportive organisation. We are committed to rewarding our employees with competitive pay, a flexible and supportive workplace, opportunities to grow and develop, and our promise that we will put your wellbeing first.
What we offer:
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays • Two wellbeing breaks, in summer and winter • Free Mental Health First Aid training • Employee Assistance Programme with a 24-hour helpline from Health Assured, occupational health and counselling • Investing in your professional development, including qualifications and mentoring • Free flu jab to protect your health in winter • Death-in-service and critical illness cover • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave • Free eye test and £55 towards glasses • Matched pension scheme (up to 5%) • Flexible working hours and access to flexible ways of working
Interested? How to apply
For the full job description and person specification please see the attached documents. To apply please submit a covering letter and CV demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role. The closing date for applications is 23rd March 2021.
Interviews will be held early April 2021.
About MHFA England
MHFA England is a social enterprise and the leading provider of mental health skills and awareness training courses in England. Our vision is to improve the health of the nation, through normalising society’s attitudes and behaviours around mental health, by developing the skills we need to look after our own and others’ wellbeing. Learn about our social mission and our history by reading our 'what we do section' on our website.
We are a friendly, dynamic, fast-paced organisation and we strive to be an exemplary health and wellbeing employer. We are embarking on an exciting journey of growth and if you are looking for the next step in your career, this a great time for you to join us.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for an experienced individual to lead on the optimisation of a new website to integrate with our digital marketing channels. You will be able to effectively manage and implement the website content strategy in line with brand and marketing objectives to successfully drive business and engage key audiences.
The successful candidate will have the ability to monitor and manage the digital customer journey using dynamic UX driven content, providing insight into cross-functional plans to develop website requirements. You will create strategies to grow subscriber and web traffic metrics. You will also create frameworks and policies to support effective delivery of website content and be responsible for ensuring compliance with website and GDPR regulations.
You will have the ability to work closely with different directorates to manage technical issues whilst working inter-departmentally to implement a digital strategy putting customer UX at the heart of strategic planning. You will also be able to build commercially sustainable relationships with valued suppliers to support delivery of marketing objectives. The post holder will be passionate, organised, detail-oriented, and able to inspire and engage others.
What can we offer you?
You’ll enjoy 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, along with a winter and summer office closure in addition to your annual leave. We provide a pension contribution for you which is matched up to 5%. We’ll support your development and growth and help you develop your experience and skills to achieve your personal and the businesses goals.
Interested? How to apply
For the full job description and person specification please see the attached documents./ Go to our website for further information.
To apply please submit a covering letter and CV demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the role. The closing date for applications is Friday 26th February. Interviews will be held early March 2021.
Mental Health First Aid England is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, or those who are pregnant or on maternity leave. We are especially keen to encourage applications from people currently under-represented within the organisation, these include but are not limited to those from the LGBT+ community, people with disabilities, and those from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background.
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