Added Value Manager

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Job Introduction

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Added Value Manager to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Chartwells on a full time basis, contracted to 40 hours per week.

As a Added Value Manager, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Could you bring your spark to Chartwells? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Improve the awareness for internal Chartwells stakeholders of our commitment to delivering social value locally, so they may be encouraged to participate in Social Value delivery
• Support a culture of engagement with all our people so that they understand the role they need to play in social value delivery
• Project manage projects for the social value team, supporting the team with tools, techniques and programme coordination
• Create and maintain the social value programme schedule
• Support the launch of projects to the business
• Gather data to evidence Social Value status for Chartwells
• Ongoing reporting of all Social Value related projects, nationally, regionally and locally.
• Devise reporting mechanisms and monitor social value activity so that business decisions can be informed and responsive
• Create and manage an internal network of Social Value Ambassadors so they can encourage local teams to participate in Social Value delivery
• Acts as the gatekeeper and point of contact for Social Value collateral
• Contribute to business development activity including bid submissions

Our ideal Added Value Manager will:

• At least 3 years' experience working in project and/or change management
• Analytical capability and an interest in data to drive solutions
• Experience of multi-partner working to deliver community impact
• Project and change management (or similar) methodology certification/qualification
• Strong communications skills and clear expertise
• Analytical capability and an interest in digital technology/solutions
• Confidence explaining complex issues in an easy and understandable way
• Effective management of key internal stakeholders
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team, with high professional standards and integrity.
• Excellent analytical skills, with a strong risk awareness and thorough understanding of processes and controls.
• Commercially aware and strategically focused.
• In-depth knowledge of internal controls, quality improvement, and auditing standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle difficult conversations effectively.
• Quick to understand and action quality improvement issues and business requirements.
• Ability to identify and address problems/situations that require attention promptly.
• Strong communication skills, capable of functioning effectively in teams, one-on-one situations, and audit presentations.
• Effective writing, presentation, and listening skills.
• Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proven track record as an effective team player and leader.

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Chartwells is the leading provider of catering and support services to the education sector. For over a quarter of a century, Chartwells has been focusing on helping those in education to build strong bodies, sharp minds and lead long healthy lives. Every week, Chartwells serves millions of nutritious and delicious meals to pupils and students in primary and secondary schools, academies, independent schools, colleges, and universities across the UK. Chartwells is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and a Children's Barred List check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and we ask applicants to declare all previous convictions and cautions in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Job Reference: com/2207/J99701/52667892/WJ

Compass Group UK&I wants everyone in our business to feel able to be themselves at work and to have an equal opportunity to progress their career. We want to create a culture where we respect and embrace everyone's talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities. Where our colleagues feel valued, can reach their full potential, and thrive - Diversity is Our Strength!