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Welcome to VODA's e-bulletin. This email is sent to over 1,500 groups, organisations and individuals - please feel free to forward to anyone who may find it useful and they can sign up here to receive their own copy. If you'd like an article included in a future bulletin, please email victoria.logan-coulsey@voda.org.uk.
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Local Restrictions Support Grant
Grant Criteria and an application form is now available for two grant schemes for businesses in response to Covid-19 local and national restrictions. Read more here.
Joint statement from North East NHS and local authority leaders 18.11.20
North East NHS and local authority leaders have issued a joint statement asking for continued public support amid concern at Covid infection rates, with just 14 days until lockdown is due to end.
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VODA shortlisted for North East Charity of the Year award
We are delighted to announce that VODA has been shortlisted for North East Charity of the Year at the North East Charity Awards 2020. The winners will be announced online on Thursday 3 December.
VODA’s Chief Executive Robin Fry said: “We are honoured and humbled to have made the shortlist for North East Charity of the Year. It has been an extremely difficult year for charities and these awards are more important than ever to help recognise the achievements of the sector which has stepped up to help those most in need during the pandemic, despite facing many challenges along the way. Congratulations and good luck to all of the nominees.” Read more here.
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New role to build strong relationships within Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities
 Safiah Fardin has joined the VODA team as the new Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Health, Wellbeing and Information Worker. Safiah is keen to work with as many groups and organisations as possible to make sure that different ethnic minority communities in North Tyneside get the health information they need and are able to access services. Read more.
If you are part of an organisation that works with Black, Asian or Ethnic Minority communities in North Tyneside or you belong to an ethnic minority community and you would like to get involved please email safiah.fardin@voda.org.uk.
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Don't miss the VODA AGM!
 Monday 23 November 10am to 11.30am on Zoom
Join our free AGM next week, which alongside formal business will feature a panel discussion which will provide insights into the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on North Tyneside residents, volunteers, groups and funders. Hosted by BBC News Journalist Luke Walton, the panel will be made up of staff from The Community Foundation, LD: North East, Walking With and a Good Neighbours volunteer who was a beneficiary in the first lockdown. Read more and sign up here.
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Working with the VCS: Primary Care Network specials
 24 & 25 November online
Focus on building new relationships between emerging Primary Care Networks and local charities and community organisations. We are holding separate events for each of the four localities of North Tyneside, so please book on to the session that best reflects your geographic focus. Read more and book here.
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Community Health Champion update: North Tynesiders - be your best domino!
Now more than ever your mind and body need to be able to refresh, stretch and recuperate - but how can we make sure self care doesn't compromise community care? Check out this Covid-19 health update brought to you by our Community Health Champion, bringing you vital trusted information and tips. Please share this video with people you know and care about in North Tyneside. To become a Champion and receive these updates directly visit: bit.ly/championsNT |
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VODA volunteering opportunities
 We are still recruiting volunteers to help us to support vulnerable residents during the pandemic. These roles include:
- Good Neighbours Tier 1 & Tier 3 shopping and prescription collection
- Good Neighbours buddies.
- Digital Champions
- Community Health Champions
Read more and sign up here.
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Are you blind or partially sighted and interested in advocating for others?
 The Tyne and Wear Sight Loss Council is launching soon, and they’re looking for new members! If you are blind and partially sighted, live in Tyne and Wear and interested in advocating for visually impaired people, they want to hear from you! Read more here.
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NAVCA Volunteering Decision Tree
 If you are thinking of volunteering during the pandemic, NAVCA has created this useful volunteering decision tree to see how you can help safely. Download PDF here.
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Enabling safe and effective volunteering during coronavirus
The Government has published new guidance to help organisations and groups understand how to safely and effectively involve volunteers during the pandemic. Read here.
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Free Social Media Crash Course
Friday 27 November 10am to 11.30am online
 This session will provide insight into the world of Social Media, how we can use it to reach our targeted audience, what we should include in our posts, some top tips as well as an opportunity to ask your questions to our Social Media host Mario Creatura during the final Q&A session. Read more and book here.
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Free Maintaining Resilience Webinar
Tuesday 15 December 10am to 11am online
This webinar from the Virgin Money Foundation will provide an opportunity to reflect on how to maximise performance whilst maintaining our mental health when working in a different way to what we are used to. It will explore ways to take some control back over our working lives and to deal effectively with the psychological changes we are all experiencing. Read more and book here.
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Free website consultations
 Need a new website? Or thinking of redesigning your existing one? Elev8 Web Design is offering a limited number of free 30 minute zoom/telephone consultations for local charities with advice and guidance on web design and web builders. Register your interest: Ian.Dodds@voda.org.uk subject heading ‘Elev8 Web Design Free Consultation’.
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Accenture session on Web-based calling
Friday 27 November at 1pm
This session is aimed at helping people understand how to make the most out of web-based calls both as a host and a participant to a meeting. It will cover things such as how to prepare for a call, ensuring the best use of time and keeping everyone engaged throughout the meeting. Read more here or to sign up email romana.karolia@accenture.com
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Spending watchdog investigates government's emergency funding for the sector
The National Audit Office has opened an investigation into the government’s support of charities during the Covid-19 pandemic. Read more.
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New winter package to provide further support for children and families
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has launched a new £170m Covid Winter Grant Scheme, which will be run by councils in England. The funding is ring-fenced, with at least 80% earmarked to support with food and bills, and will cover the period to the end of March 2021. Local Authorities will receive the funding at the beginning of December 2020.
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Beyond Covid-19: Keeping your charity safe from fraud
The Charity Commission and UK Finance have published a suite of resources to support charities to protect themselves from fraud during the pandemic.
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Phishing email? How to report to the NCSC
If you have received an email which you’re not quite sure about, forward it to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service (SERS): report@phishing.gov.uk.
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Managing youth sector activities and spaces during COVID-19
The National Youth Agency (NYA), the Professional Statutory and Regulatory Body for youth work in England, has, in consultation with Public Health England and the Health and Safety Executive, developed youth sector specific advice and guidance.
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Pilot for family members to get regular testing for safer care home visits
Named family and friends may soon be able to regularly visit loved ones in care homes as a new testing pilot is launched. Read more.
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Please contribute to the VONNE Covid-19 VCSE survey
 The VCSE is invited to take part in VONNE's latest Covid-19 impact survey for the North East, which is a follow-up to their April survey and will be crucial in helping them understand where to focus over the coming months. The survey takes no more than 15 minutes and closes at the end of November. Access it at surveymonkey.co.uk/r/R37S6RH and feel free to share this link.
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Animal Assisted Therapy Service available for partnership working
 NAATA supports young children’s development with an emphasis upon fostering wellbeing and communication skills. Founded by specialist Speech and Language Therapist Lesley Forrester, NAATA uses carefully selected and reared therapy animals to support the wellbeing and development of children with communication difficulties, which can support outcomes across a wide range of professions and settings. Read more here.
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Green light for major environmental projects at Linskill
 Over the next few months there will be a lot of contractors in the Linskill Centre to implement the Trust's environmental plan, to improve energy efficiencies and reduce its carbon footprint. New and improved heating systems, lighting and insulation will help future-proof the centre and ensure the ongoing provision of community programmes. Over 1500sqm of roof insulation, will be installed. This new insulation and improved heating will keep the Linskill Centre warm and improve the customer experience. Read more here.
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VCS services update during national restrictions
 Many charities are working hard to continue to deliver services during the new national restrictions. A number of face to face activities are still allowed under the new guidelines, but where this is not possible, many things have returned to online provision. Here is a snapshot of what is still happening in North Tyneside. This list will be kept up to date as and when we are notified of any changes. Any charity or voluntary organisation wishing to add their details to the list, please email victoria.logan-coulsey@voda.org.uk.
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Make It Happen, PNE
 A new, funded programme is supporting unemployed women across Newcastle and North Tyneside. Make It Happen, delivered by PNE, will help 40 participants to gain an accredited qualification and explore starting a business. The programme will be delivered over 14 weeks and mixes workshops with supported home learning and offers childcare grants to those who need support to attend. The website page provides further information and hosts the application: PNE is happy to speak to organisations working with women who may benefit. Read more.
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Moving on Tyne & Wear: David's story
 Find out more about the work of Moving on Tyne & Wear in their latest case study featuring David, who with support from the programme has developed news skills, gained confidence and is now volunteering.
“This programme came out of nowhere for me and it made me realise that there are different paths that can be taken and still a possibility of things getting better as long as I’m here trying. So even though this pandemic has been bad, there’s been a silver lining at least for me.” Read more here.
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Diocese of Newcastle independent review
 The Diocese of Newcastle has appointed two independent reviewers to study all cases where safeguarding concerns about anyone in the church have been reported, and whether the appropriate measures were taken as a result. In addition every clergy file is being reviewed. The independent reviewers are keen to hear from you if you have experienced abuse within the church and their contact details can be found here.
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North East Community-led Housing Festival 2020
 Monday 30 November to Friday 4 December 2020 on Zoom
Due to the restrictions of the current pandemic, the annual North East Community-led Housing conference has moved online – and become a week-long festival! The week aims to include something for everyone – whether you are just interested in finding out more about community-led housing or you are already deeply involved and want to gain some inspiration from successful projects or get some key questions answered. Read more.
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Care Experienced Children & Young People: Knowledge & Practice Conversation
Monday 7 December 1pm to 3pm, online, cost £20+VAT
A facilitated Zoom Event hosted by Blue Cabin and Become - policy developments, key trends & patterns, followed by space for conversation. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the relevant policy developments relating to children in care and care leavers
understand the key trends and patterns in national data and have time to consider what this means for their work, setting and practice. Book here.
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Job vacancy: Men’s Community Shed Project Worker/Technician
 The Linskill Trust is looking for a Men’s Community Shed Project Worker/Technician to lead and co-ordinate the successful delivery of Men’s Community Shed activities. The successful applicant must be suitably skilled/qualified in leading woodworking, repair and recycling projects, have relevant experience of working in an education or community setting and be creative in their approach and attitude in working with adults. 23 hours pw, £22,500 pro-rata. Fixed term for two years. Deadline: 23 November 2020 at 5pm. Read more here.
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Job vacancy: VCSE Health and Wellbeing Partnerships Officer
VONNE is looking to recruit an experienced, self-motivated project coordinator with significant community engagement and partnership working experience. Part time, fixed term. Salary Scale £27741 to £29577 pro-rata. Deadline: Thursday 26 November at 12 noon. Read more and apply here.
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Job vacancy: North East & North Cumbria VCSE Programme Manager
VONNE is looking to recruit an experienced, self-motivated project manager with significant partnership working experience, and an understanding of the Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector, ideally in the context of improving health and wellbeing outcomes. Part time, fixed term. Salary Scale £36922 to £41881 pro-rata. Deadline: Thursday 26 November at 12 noon. Read more and apply here.
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Job vacancy: Care Coordinator - Complex Lives
 Do you have experience of delivering psychosocial interventions; have active listening skills, a high level of resilience and a passion for enabling people to make positive changes? Full time, permanent. Salary £20,542 Per Annum. Deadline: Saturday 28 November at 12 noon. Read more and apply here.
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Job vacancy: NTCA Policy and Economy Adviser
 The North of Tyne Combined Authority is looking for an outstanding individual to shape their approach to engagement with businesses and manage the delivery of a portfolio of projects, in particular the delivery of the NTCAs Good Work Pledge and other projects and programmes that impact and benefit businesses and other external organisations across the NTCA area. Full time, fixed term. Salary: £38,890 - £41,881 per annum. Deadline: 30 November. Read more and apply here.
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Job vacancy: Support and Development Officer (Maternity Cover)
 Connected Voice is looking for a proactive, dynamic and agile person to join their high performing Support and Development Team. The role will involve directly supporting and developing community groups, charities and social enterprises primarily based and operating in Gateshead. You will develop and enable partnerships between organisations based on common themes. Part time (30 hours per week), temporary. Salary: £26,317 pro rata. Deadline: Noon, Wednesday 2 December. Read more and apply here.
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Job vacancy: Communications and Events Support Officer
This post is an opportunity to develop and utilise a range of communications and marketing skills in a busy membership organisation.. Full time, fixed term. Salary scale: £20092 to £21748 Per Annum. Deadline: Thursday 3 December at 12 noonr. Read more and apply here.
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Job vacancy: Partnerships and Projects Support Officer
This post is an opportunity to develop a range of project support and partnership working skills in a busy VCSE sector organisation.. Full time, fixed term. Salary scale: £20092 to £21748 Per Annum. Deadline: Thursday 3 December at 12 noonr. Read more and apply here.
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Trustee Vacancies in North Tyneside
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Keep up to date with all funding opportunities
 View all of our COVID-19 funding opportunities in our COVID-19 information centre and all non-COVID funding on our regular funding pages.
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North Tyneside CCG VCS grant scheme update
 Although, it had been the CCGs intention to invest further into the VCS Grant Scheme in 2021/22, due to the COVID pandemic this is no longer possible. The CCG will continue to fund all existing large grants recipients throughout the remainder of their grant agreement period and has also extended all of the small grants to the end of 20/21. Once the COVID pandemic is over, it is the CCGs intention to review the VCS grant scheme with the hope to invest further in voluntary and community services. Read more here..
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VODA Funding Support and Advice
 VODA continues to offer support on the identification of suitable funders together with support on writing individual bids – if your organisation is based in North Tyneside or needs funding for beneficiaries based in North Tyneside, please contact VODA Funding Adviser Frank Gillender for free advice and support at frank.gillender@voda.org.uk.
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About VODA
VODA provides support, advice, training and information to volunteers and voluntary and community organisations operating in North Tyneside. If you would like to know more about the different services we provide, please see below, or visit our website.
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