Rushmoor Schools Plus

Schools, community groups and voluntary organisations in Rushmoor are invited to submit a short application to the Police and Crime Commissioner by Monday 30 April to be in with a chance to win £500 funding for projects that help to keep people safer.
The applications will then be shortlisted with six being put to the public vote at the Safer Together Event in Festival Place on Tuesday 19 June. Two of the projects will be awarded £500 following the public votes.
The Safer To...gether event showcases the partnership projects funded by the Police and Crime Commissioner that: • Support the vulnerable • Help victims of crime on their recovery journey • Work with those at risk of offending, helping them avoid triggers that might otherwise lead them into anti-social behaviour or crime • Enable the constabulary to focus on policing – identifying threats and risks, protecting the community and pursuing those who wish us harm.
To apply for funding you can call 01962 871595 to request a form or download one from https://www.hampshire-pcc.gov.uk/event/sa fer-together
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Rushmoor Voluntary Services Training - ‘Working with Volunteers’ - getting the best from a vital resource
A short information session aimed at volunteer managers and people working with or supporting volunteers.
20 June 2018 – 10.00am to 1pm, Farnborough Community Centre, Meudon Avenue, Farnborough. GU14 7LE. Cost is £10.00
... This session will cover the basics involved in working with and managing your volunteers and will cover: o Why people volunteer - o Step by step approach to recruitment o Motivation and de-motivation o What do your volunteers experience when with you? o What can go wrong o Recognition
For a booking form please email to support@rvs.org.uk
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Hampshire County Council Short break consultation - please share.
Consultation on proposed changes to Hampshire County Council’s Short Break Activities Programme for children with disabilities
Consultation open from midday on Monday 12 March 2018 and will close at midnight on Sunday 3 June 2018.

Rushmoor Schools Plus February newsletter now available on our website, with news about lots of activities going on over the half-term holiday and beyond for children and families. Events pages updated, so no excuses!

Rushmoor Voluntary Services (RVS) are looking to recruit a part time minibus driver. Must be caring and enthusiastic, to drive a Rushmoor Dial a Ride minibus transporting frail, elderly and disabled people in the Rushmoor area. Clean Driving License essential with D1 entitlement DBS Check required. MiDAS training provided.
... Part time, 38 hours per fortnight (one week on, one week off basis) at £8,888.44pa (£8.99 hour)
For a Job Description and Application form email greg@rvs.org.uk Phone 01252 540 162 Closing date: 14 February 2018 Interview date: 19 February 2018
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The West End Centre is running its annual Music Industry Careers event tomorrow afternoon (Friday), with some amazing professionals from the business giving advice and tips.
It’s an informal event where all questions are welcome, and you get to hear from all the panellists in 3 separate sessions running from 3 – 6:30pm.
They already have a number of students from local colleges attending, but if you or someone you know might be interested in attending, please do go along as it’s a fantastic opportunity! It is primarily aimed at younger people wishing to embark on a career, but all ages are welcome.

Alderwood School Tongham Road, Aldershot Hampshire, GU12 4AS
Exam Invigilator ... Alderwood School is seeking to employ Exam Invigilators to assist the Examinations Officer with the administration and supervision of examinations on site ensuring all Examining Boards’ Rules are adhered to.
Contract/Hours: Various as required. There are generally two sessions per day, 8.30am-11.30am & 12.45pm-3.30pm. Availability throughout May and June is essential. Salary: £8 per hour
Main Duties and Responsibilities to include: • Setting up exam rooms in accordance with the JCQ I.C.E. book. • Starting and finishing each allocated examination in accordance with the Exam Board regulations and guidelines. • Invigilating during examinations, dealing with queries raised by candidates and dealing with examination irregularities in accordance with procedures. • Completing an Invigilators Log for each exam if required. • Ensuring that the examination room is clear and tidied for the next session and that equipment is returned. • Checking examination desks for any graffiti and liaise with the Exam Office to have it removed. • Collection of all scripts which should be collated and returned to the Exam Office for dispatch by the Examination Officer. • Attending meetings with the Examinations Officer when requested.
The above list of duties is neither comprehensive nor exhaustive but outlines the general requirements of the post. Other duties may arise of a more general nature which are consistent with the job title and the salary attached to this post.
For an application form please visit our website www.senior.alderwood.hants.sch.uk
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Mencap is recruiting for Support Workers in the Farnham and Camberley areas. A recruitment day is being held at Aldershot Jobcentre on Wednesday 31 January 2018.
Mencap is the leading voice of learning disability. Their vision is a world where people with a learning disability are valued equally, listened to and included.
They are looking to expand their team of dedicated Support Workers and have various contracts available and welcome applicants that are looking for part tim...e or full time vacancies. All shifts will be on rota basis and spread across weekdays, weekends and bank holidays. Shifts will include mornings, afternoon and evenings which may include sleeping in.
As a Support Worker you will be providing support to seven individuals whom have a learning disability. This might involve activities such as support to see their girlfriend every week, supporting to go shopping or cooking tasty meals. You will also support people with their hobbies.
If you would like to come along and find out more please call 01252 356511 or email hazel.prior@dwp.gsi.gov.uk
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All the funds below are now open, please take a look at http://www.hiwcf.com/grants/ to see if your charity, community group or voluntary organisation is eligible to apply for a grant:
The Youth Mental Health Fund supports proven programs of delivery offering advice and help on youth mental wellbeing problems, including depression, anxiety and stress, as well as projects that support the development of emotional resilience in children and youth. Grants of between £3,000-£6,00...0 are available.
The Youth Social Action Fund aims to raise the level and quality of youth social action involving activities such as campaigning, fundraising and volunteering, all of which enable participants to make a positive difference to their communities. Grants of £1,000-£5,000 are available.
The Small Grants Small Items Fund provides grants of £250-£500 for small essential items such as new chairs or a cooker for a luncheon club, also covering volunteer expenses, hall hire for group meetings and events that bring the community together.
The Comic Relief - Core Strength – Local Communities Fund provides funding of between £1,000-£10,000 for groups’ core costs – meaning expenditure that is not connected to delivering projects but focusing on investing in the organisation as a whole, including basic running costs to enable groups to carry out their much needed work in local communities.
The Wellbeing and Health Fund focuses on local community projects that address the challenges of obesity, emotional wellbeing, mental health, isolation and loneliness, offering grants of £1,000-£5,000.
The Dayas Music Scholarship Fund aims to support adults undertaking musical tuition with grants of £50-£600. Grants may cover tuition costs for an individual allowing them to progress their own music abilities, particularly if the tuition will also benefit a wider group, e.g. those performing in hospitals, schools or for other community events. Scholarships can cover tuition for playing an instrument, singing, conducting or composition. Please note that the closing date is 31st January 2018 for this fund.
The Michael Austin Harlick Sports Awards provide assistance to sport organisations towards the cost of awards that recognise the sporting achievements of young people in Hampshire, and are available to help with the purchase of challenge cups, individual medals, team award and colours, with grants ranging from £200-£1,000.
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We have been asked by colleagues working in health to help spread the word on options available to help with the winter pressures being experienced by hospitals, A&E and other health services.
To ensure that people get the right treatment in the right place and as quickly as possible, NHS partners are promoting the various options available, particularly the ‘alternatives to A&E’, including self-care, NHS111, pharmacy and GP services (of course 999 and A&E remain key options but the message is that they should only be used in genuine emergencies). We hope that by spreading this message we can avoid unnecessary delays and discomfort and make best use of the expertise that exists across our communities.

Message from Farnborough Foodbank.
The Last FoodBank opening will be Friday 22nd December 2017 The First FoodBank opening will be Wednesday 3rd January 2018
... Please refer to the website for specific locations and times of each of the FoodBank outlets and the warehouse.
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The latest Rushmoor Schools Plus Enewsletter is available as a document on our website - lots of information about things to do for children and families through the Christmas break and into January.

It's said that one in four of us will experience poor mental health in any given year. Christmas can be a difficult time, where extra pressure and stress to our lives can leave us feeling isolated.
If you're struggling this year, don't suffer in silence. Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust have five Safe Havens around the county which are open over Christmas and the New Year, and could offer you a safe space to talk to a professional. You don't need to pre-boo...k an appointment or phone ahead; just turn up.
If you're not confident with meeting face to face, the Mental Health Crisis Helpline will also be open 24 hours a day, and can be contacted by calling 0300 456 8342.
For more information, visit: www.sabp.nhs.uk/safehaven
Alternatively, you can call Samaritans on 116 123. In an emergency, always dial 999.
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Office Manager - The Range, Ivy Road, Aldershot, GU12 4TX Up to £20,000 Six month vacancy which may lead to permanent
Office Manager required for busy store in the North Town area of Aldershot.... • Must be customer focused at all times • To ensure all staff fully and efficiently carry out instructions and work in a safe manner in accordance with Company policies and procedures • Maintain Stock Files Accuracy and Store Compliance
A full job description may be obtained by calling 01252 356511 or by emailing aldershotmanager@therange.co.uk
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ALDERSHOT LIONS CLUB CHRISTMAS FAYRE SATURDAY 25TH NOVEMBER 2017 ALDERWOOD SENIOR SCHOOL (formerly Connaught) Tongham Road, Aldershot, GU12 4AS... 11.00am – 3.00pm FREE ENTRY
RAFFLE, BOTTLE TOMBOLA, CHILDREN’S TOY TOMBOLA, CHRISTMAS NAME BAUBLES, NAME THE LION, SANTA’S GIFT BAGS, CRAFT STALL, REFRESHMENTS, FACE PAINTING, PIZZA, CHRISTMAS CAKE RAFFLE, GUESS HOW MANY SWEETS IN THE JAR. ALL THESE AND MUCH MORE!! NOT FORGETTING SANTA WILL BE THERE FOR THE UNDER 10’S ALL PROCEEDS TO ALDERSHOT LIONS CLUB: REGISTERED CHARITY no: 279279
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CONFIDENCE BUILDING WORKSHOP with Jenny Thomas, Confidence and Careers Coach, Revitalise Coaching
Do you feel anxious about your job search and returning to work? Then this workshop during the Vine Centre’s Monday Job Club is for you. Monday 27th November 2017, 10.30-11.30am... The Vine Centre, 33 Station Road, Aldershot, GU11 1BA Contact: 01252-400196 jobclub@thevinecentre.org.uk
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