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We are looking for an experienced, proactive Mental Health Practitioner to manage our Recovery Service in Whalley Range, Manchester. You'll lead a dedicated team providing person-centred care for 11 individuals with enduring mental health needs and one with a learning disability.

Our service focuses on developing skills and confidence for independent living and an active lifestyle. We empower service users, encouraging self-management, resilience, and strength-based approaches rooted in respect and positive regard.

In this role, you'll support the Service Manager in line-managing the team, meeting service user goals, conducting holistic assessments, and creating support plans with accurate records on our ECCO system. Strong customer care and proactive communication skills are essential for managing risk and ensuring service user welfare.

You'll demonstrate warmth, compassion, and build trusting relationships based on empathy and respect. Engage service users in meaningful planning and therapeutic activities, working collaboratively with their families and mental health professionals and agencies. An up-to-date understanding of recovery principles, mental health legislation, and interventions is required, along with knowledge of the MHA, MCA, DOLs, and care standards.

Ensure safe management and administration of medicines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required to plan and organise care delivery, with flexibility to work shifts on a rota system. Be well-organised, professional, and credible with multidisciplinary team members, demonstrating leadership and management competencies.

 

At least 2 years of practitioner experience is essential for this role.

 

Supervisory or management experience as well as relevant qualifications are desirable for this role.

 

If you're hardworking, resilient and reflective with a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable individuals, we encourage you to apply.

Vacancy Reference Number: 93727

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

Are you a proactive, flexible, and target-driven individual with a proven record of working with male adults in the criminal justice system whether in the community or in prisons?  Do you have extensive recent experience of providing specialist money and/or Welfare benefit advice? 

If so, St Giles Trust is looking for a collaborative Finance, Benefits & Debt Coach to join our team, providing a range of support to community offenders and prison leavers around issues such as debt, finance and welfare benefits advice and support.

About St Giles Trust  

An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes, and the right support they need.Central to our ethos is our beliefthat people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions, and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. 

About this key role 

As our Finance, Benefits & Debt Coach, you will provide person-centred support to a caseload of service users who will either be serving community sentences or have been released from prison.  This will involve undertaking assessment and action planning with individual service users and creating a safe and trusting environment, using trauma-informed practice to successfully facilitate a supportive and constructive relationship with service users.

We will also count on you to deliver a range of interventions to service users which contribute towards the achievement of prescribed outcomes, including group work sessions.  Developing and maintaining positive working relationships with external agencies and working towards contractual targets and outcomes within agreed timescales and in line with specified quality standards are also vital aspects of the role. 

As an organisation that works with children and adults at risk we are committed to safeguarding, protecting, and promoting the safety of our clients. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. 

Vetting process will be in accordance with Cabinet Office Baseline Personnel Security Standards (BPSS) and will include Enhanced DBS check. The contract also requires clearance through HMPPS vetting.

What we are looking for 

• Experience of engaging successfully with challenging people, e.g., those with complex and multiple needs 

• Proven record of working with partner agencies 

• Evidence of training at specialist level in money and/or welfare benefits advice

• Higher level certificate in money and/or welfare benefit advice from accreditation

• The ability to assess clients’ needs and provide tailored, client-led support

• Able to work sensitively with clients applying trauma informed strategies 

• Excellent interpersonal, relationship building and communication skills, both verbal and written 

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more. 

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation. 

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy. 

This is a Fixed term, full time role until 31st March 2027.

About Us 
British Horse Society (BHS) is the UK’s largest equine charity, helping horses and everyone who cares for them enjoy the best possible life together. We make riding safer, champion the welfare of horses, protect off road riding routes, encourage participation and increase education and understanding around horses. Whether your time with horses is a bit of fun, a life’s passion or a life’s work, we make sure you can always find happiness, confidence and contentment together.

In this role, you will play a key part in engaging our key audiences, bringing BHS’ impact and benefits to life for supporters, members, volunteers, and partners to build a growing and loyal community.

Job Purpose 
We’re looking for a creative and passionate Marketing Executive to ensure BHS supporters and partners feel thanked, informed and proud to be part of our community. As part of the performance marketing team, and reporting into the Campaign Manager- Supporter Engagement & Retention, you will help deliver email campaigns, supporter journeys and content that strengthens loyalty, supports our charitable work and improves the supporter experience.

 

What you’ll be doing: 

Creating and writing engaging email campaigns, newsletters and supporter updates that inform and involve audiences in our work.

Helping to build supporter journeys that thank, inspire and keep people connected to grow our community.

Working with teams across marketing, membership, fundraising, volunteers, education and charitable impact areas.

Using data and testing to understand and improve the supporter journey to grow engagement and retention.

Bringing our brand and values to life through key supporter communications and touch points to deepen connection to BHS and our cause.

What you won’t be doing: 

You won’t be working with a single audience- you’ll support a range of BHS supporters and partners including members, donors, coaches and volunteers and be involved in many areas of BHS.

You won’t be working alone. You will be working within a supportive performance marketing team and collaborating closely with the wider marketing, communications and fundraising department.

You won’t need charity or equestrian experience, although either would be helpful.

 This is a great role for you if: 

You want to use your marketing experience and skills to make a positive difference.

You are confident in writing emails, copy and content that builds loyalty, trust and inspires to action.

You are audience focussed, passionate about understanding what makes our supporters tick and how to engage them.

You are confident using email marketing, CRM or digital tools

You like using data to understand performance and using it to improve what comes next.

You like coming up with ideas, then making them happen

You want to work in an organisation that supports you to bring your full, authentic self to work and is working really hard to be a beacon of inclusion in the equestrian sector.

Why Join Us? 
At BHS, you’ll be part of a passionate team working towards making a real difference for horses and riders. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for personal and professional growth, and the chance to have a lasting impact on the equine and wider community. 

We also offer 26 days annual leave (+ public holidays) on starting, matched pension contributions up to 5%, enhanced pay when taking leave as your family grows, income protection insurance, a health-cash plan and a wide range of wellbeing and mental health support services. 

Location: Our office is based near Stoneleigh in Warwickshire, and this role will typically work from there 2 days a week with flexibility to work remotely. You’re also welcome to work in the office more frequently. 

Hours: 35 a week – with an early finish on a Friday!

We are looking for pleasant, reliable, flexible and hardworking hands-on Qualified Plumber that take pride in their work to join our team of friendly Maintenance Operatives working mostly in the Greater Manchester and North West.

Operatives will provide a high-quality first line maintenance service at multiple sites throughout our portfolio, and will be respectful of our tenants and their homes.

The Mobile Maintenance Team report to our Head Office in Stockport at 8.30 AM for a Maintenance Meeting every Monday morning and attend other meetings at this site.

Our rewards and benefits:

· Full uniform and PPE provided.

· We provide all tools and power tools for the job.

· Generous pension scheme.

· 25 days annual leave plus bonus birthday day.

· Death in Service Benefit (2x salary)

· Family friendly policies.

· Health and wellbeing programmes.

· Employee assistance programmes.

· Learning and development opportunities, including support with professional qualifications.

 

Applicants should have experience in the below:

· Install and repair, maintain pipes, valves, fittings, drainage systems and fixtures (such as sinks, toilets, and water heaters)

· Inspect plumbing systems to identify leaks, blockages and other issues.

· React to plumbing emergencies efficiently and repair effectively

This is a full-time position.

A full driving license is required, and a vehicle will available for work purposes.

It is essential that Operatives contribute to the On Call Rota - additional payments are made for on call, including generous flat rate payment and enhanced payments when called out.

Vacancy Reference Number: 93728

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK. This post will not be open to Sponsorship, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

We are looking for pleasant, reliable, flexible and hardworking hands-on Qualified Operative that take pride in their work to join our team of friendly Maintenance Operatives working mostly in the Greater Manchester and North West.

Operatives will provide a high-quality first line maintenance service at multiple sites throughout our portfolio, and will be respectful of our tenants and their homes.

The Mobile Maintenance Team report to our Head Office in Stockport at 8.30 AM for a Maintenance Meeting every Monday morning and attend other meetings at this site.

Our rewards and benefits:

- Full uniform and PPE provided.

- We provide all tools and power tools for the job.

- Generous pension scheme.

- 25 days annual leave plus bonus birthday day.

- Death in Service Benefit (2x salary)

- Family friendly policies.

- Health and wellbeing programmes.

- Employee assistance programmes.

- Learning and development opportunities, including support with professional qualifications.

 

Applicants would normally be carrying out the below :

· Fitting up medical cabinets on a wall

· Repairing plugs in sinks

· Replacing defective door handles

· Replacing defective door stops

· Putting up new shelves in offices or tenants properties

· Decorating ie making good walls and painting

· Some external works ie guttering repairs

This is a full-time position.

A full driving license is required, and a vehicle will available for work purposes.

It is essential that Operatives contribute to the On Call Rota - additional payments are made for on call, including generous flat rate payment and enhanced payments when called out.

Vacancy Reference Number: 93366

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number.

Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 28 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme, and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker Visas.

About The Role

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Care South!

Role: Company Secretary & Data Protection Officer

Pay: £65,000 per annum plus car allowance and mileage

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Working Pattern: General working hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Occasional working from home with CEO approval

Location: Office based role, based at Care South’s head office in Poole

About the Role

Care South is seeking an exceptional Company Secretary & Data Protection Officer (DPO) to join our senior team at our Head Office in Poole.

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors, this critical senior hybrid position places you at the very heart of our strategic operations.

You will hold the keys to our corporate governance while simultaneously serving as our legally designated expert and strategic lead on all aspects of UK GDPR and information privacy.

This is not a standard administrative role; it is a high-visibility position for a resilient, diplomatic professional who thrives on variety and complexity. One day you will be advising the Board and ensuring compliance with Company and Charity law, and the next you will be championing "privacy by design" across the organisation, managing corporate risk frameworks, and navigating complex regulatory landscapes.

If you possess a flawless eye for detail, an executive presence, and a deep passion for both corporate compliance and data privacy, we want to hear from you.

You will be joining a leading not-for-profit charity providing high-quality Residential Care, Care at Home and Assisted Living services. Care South is one of the Top 20 care companies, as rated on carehome co uk, based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends, endorsing our strong reputation in providing high quality care.

About You

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as a Company Secretary or Board Secretary within a corporate or charitable environment.

• Qualified Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland professional qualification or a legal qualification.

• A professional Data Protection/Privacy qualification (e.g., CIPP/E Practitioner Certificate in Data Protection) or equivalent deep experience.

• Strong knowledge of the Companies Act, Charities Act and UK GDPR frameworks.

Skills & Attributes

• Pragmatic, pro-active and “can do” attitude”.

• Executive presence - exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the diplomacy and tact required to advise Board members and Senior Executives.

• Strong organisational skills.

• Meticulous accuracy -utmost attention to detail regarding minutes, legal registers, and regulatory compliance timelines

• Resilience & pace - ability to handle complex workloads, maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion, and work under pressure using your own initiative.

• Tech Savvy - advanced proficiency in MS Office suite with a solid understanding of modern IT security frameworks.

• Understanding of and adherence to Care South’s HEART values of Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork.

Your Rewards and Benefits

At Care South, we really value all our staff, whatever the role. We offer a stimulating and incredibly rewarding career, and we celebrate our colleagues every year through the Care South Stars Awards.

As a not-for-profit charity and registered company limited by guarantee, our focus isn't on owners or shareholders - it's firmly on those in our care and those who care for them. We are continually looking for ways to enhance the reward and recognition of our amazing Care South team.

Our current benefits package includes:

• Competitive salary
• Car allowance
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Permanent ill-health insurance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Allocated car parking space at head office
• Paid induction and ongoing training
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Blue Light Card and online retail discounts
• Free Enhanced DBS check
• Staff Association
• Annual Care South Stars Awards

What You Need to Know

• You must be aged 18 or over
• This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position
• A full UK driving licence 
• Own car with business insurance and regular travel across the Care South portfolio as and when required

Apply today and become part of something truly special!

Deadline for applications: Friday 4 September 2026
Interviews planned for week commencing: Monday 14 September 2026

The Personal Assistant works closely with the Bishop, delivering trusted and confidential support while helping to ensure the smooth and effective running of the Bishop's ministry and office. The successful candidate will act as the first point of contact for clergy, parish officers, and visitors, modelling a culture of warmth and hospitality. They will work alongside a committed and cohesive team to support the Bishop's ministry and the efficient running of the Bishop's office and household.

This key role requires a highly organised, proactive, and discreet individual who can strategically manage a demanding schedule, coordinate key events, and handle a wide range of administrative and logistical tasks. The ideal candidate will also be an effective communicator, possess excellent interpersonal skills, a high level of integrity, proactive administrative skills and a strong commitment to supporting the mission of the diocese.

This role could be suitable as a job share, so please indicate the amount of hours you may like to work within your application.

Closing date for applications is 24 August 2026.
Interviews will be held on 08 September 2026.

Head of Human Resources & Organisational Development

12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Location: London, Euston

Lead the people agenda at one of the world's most influential architectural organisations.

At the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the global professional body for architecture, we're committed to creating an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing workplace that enables our colleagues to thrive and deliver real impact for our members and the wider profession.

We're looking for an experienced and inspiring Head of Human Resources & Organisational Development to join us on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Executive Director of Corporate Services and as a member of our Senior Management Team, you'll shape and lead our people strategy during an exciting period of organisational change.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior HR leader who enjoys combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery and wants to make a lasting impact on organisational culture, leadership and employee experience.

What you'll be doing

You'll lead our HR and Organisational Development function, ensuring our people strategies, policies and services enable RIBA to attract, develop and retain talented colleagues.

You'll provide strategic leadership across:

• HR and Organisational Development strategy
• Business partnering and organisational design
• Talent attraction, development and succession
• Employee engagement and culture
• Learning and leadership development
• Performance management
• Employment law, HR policy and employee relations
• Health, safety and wellbeing

You'll also play a key role in delivering the people aspects of our House of Architecture Programme, helping to shape modern, flexible ways of working and ensuring RIBA continues to be a great place to work.

About you

You'll be an accomplished HR leader with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders and the practical experience to turn strategy into action.

You'll bring:

• Fellow CIPD qualification (or equivalent senior HR experience)
• Significant experience leading HR and organisational development functions
• A successful track record of delivering organisational and cultural change
• Strong employment law knowledge and commercial judgement
• Experience advising Executive teams, Boards and Committees
• Outstanding communication, influencing and leadership skills
• The ability to inspire teams while remaining pragmatic and hands-on

Experience within a charity, membership organisation or not-for-profit environment would be an advantage but isn't essential.

Why RIBA?

This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of our organisation through our people. You'll join a passionate and collaborative team, influence decisions at the highest level and help create an inclusive, innovative and high-performing culture that supports our long-term ambitions.

If you're looking for a role where you can combine strategic leadership with meaningful organisational impact, we'd love to hear from you.

The interview process will be a two stage process, with the first interviews taking place on Wednesday 19th August, in-person, in the London offices.

Step into a pivotal leadership role with a London-based youth charity at a critical time in its growth. This 3-month temporary position offers the opportunity to shape and drive a diverse income portfolio while the organisation recruits permanently, directly supporting life-changing services for young people. You’ll join a committed leadership team, bringing strategic focus and momentum to all fundraising and development activity.

About the Role:

As Temporary Director of Income and Development, you will lead the charity’s income generation strategy across all streams, ensuring short-term stability and setting up long-term growth. You will oversee a small but dedicated team, providing direction and structure while optimising current pipelines and developing new opportunities. Your work will safeguard and expand the resources needed to deliver and scale impactful youth programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of a coherent income and development strategy across all fundraising and business development channels.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and line management to the income and development team, setting clear priorities and performance expectations.
• Oversee and drive revenue generation from trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, individual giving, and statutory or institutional funding.
• Identify, cultivate, and steward high-value prospects and partners, including corporate supporters, major donors, and key funders.
• Review and strengthen existing fundraising pipelines, processes, and systems to maximise efficiency and income potential.
• Lead the development of compelling funding proposals, cases for support, and pitches tailored to different audiences.
• Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to align income strategies with organisational plans, programmes, and impact priorities.
• Monitor and report on income performance, risks, and opportunities, providing clear insight and recommendations to senior stakeholders and the Board.

Key Requirements:

• Proven track record in senior-level income generation or fundraising leadership within the charity or non-profit sector.
• Demonstrable experience of developing and delivering successful multi-stream income strategies.
• Strong background in managing and growing income from trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, and individual giving.
• Experience of leading and motivating fundraising or business development teams in a target-driven environment.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with funders, partners, and high-value supporters.
• Strong financial acumen, including forecasting, budgeting, and income reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive propositions and present at senior level.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid environment, managing time effectively between remote and in-person commitments in London.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working with youth-focused organisations or charities supporting children and young people.
• Knowledge of the London funding landscape and networks relevant to youth and community services.
• Experience of developing digital fundraising or individual giving campaigns.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and data-led approaches to fundraising and supporter engagement.
• Experience supporting or contributing to capital campaigns or large-scale funding initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Degree-level education or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g. fundraising, business, social sciences, nonprofit management).
• Professional fundraising, income generation, or nonprofit management qualification (e.g. IoF/CIoF) is highly desirable.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in fundraising, business development, or leadership.

If you are an experienced income leader ready to make an immediate impact during a crucial transition period, this role offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of a vital youth charity—apply now.

Creative Support wish to recruit to the position of Property Services Officer. This individual will work on the repairs and property management helpdesks within our Property Services Department.  The role will work as part of a team logging and progressing property repairs or property management issues reported by phone, email or via the Out of Hours service. The member of staff will also provide administrative support to the wider Property Services Team, as and when required. 

This opportunity will suit someone with excellent customer service, IT and communication skills. The individual should have experience of working in a fast paced office environment and be able to prioritise workload confidently.  The ideal candidate will have a positive, proactive worth ethic and contribute to improvements within the team. 

It is essential that any applicants are good team players, keen to learn and support the team with their work. We pride ourselves as a solution focused, resourceful and dynamic team and are looking to recruit a Property Services Officer that shares these values. Part time hours will be considered.

We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.

Vacancy Reference Number: 85971

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship and we are unable to accept applicants with Skilled Worker visas.

We are looking for a caring, dynamic and highly motivated person to help manage nine of our high-quality learning disability support services in Chorley and Wigan. You will be working alongside the Registered Manager to maintain an overview of the services, lead a highly-motivated team of support workers and contribute to the further development of service.

You must be an accomplished manager and have extensive experience and knowledge of working within the social care sector in support of people who have a learning disability.

You will carry out the role demonstrating a person-centred approach with a warm, confident, professional manner. Experience of staff and service management is essential, a relevant professional qualification is desirable for this role (e.g. NVQ level 3).  We will expect you to have the vision, networking and organisational ability to deliver excellent outcomes for people under your care and to implement initiatives which connect service users to their local community and promote our reputation.

You will be responsible for the service provision in the following ways:

· To take responsibility under direction of the Registered Manager for the delivery of bespoke services

• To co-ordinate the service ensuring all support delivered is tailored to the individual needs of each service user
• To maintain excellent records of the service delivery, such as service user records, rotas, time-sheets, and regularly provide written feedback to your line manager
• To manage and supervise a team of Support Workers. Senior Support Workers and Service Co-ordinators, ensuring good practice and the highest standards of care and support are maintained at all times.

The successful candidate will be based in one specific service 3 days a week and the other 2 days completing tasks and audits as requested by the Registered Manager. 

Vacancy Reference Number: 93735

 

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Creative Support has a corporate commitment to enabling people with caring and family responsibilities to apply for senior roles, part time applicants will be considered for this role.

 

Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Creative Support has a corporate commitment to enabling people with caring and family responsibilities to apply for senior roles, part time applicants will be considered for this role.

We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK. – This post will not be open to Sponsorship under the UKVI scheme

 

An exciting new opportunity has become available to join our dynamic, fast-paced, hardworking HR team to deliver efficient human resource services for a Stockport town centre based charity.

We are looking for a warm, professional, confident and articulate individual to deliver an efficient HR service and the highest standards of internal and external customer care to our employees nationally. Working from our busy Stockport Town Centre office you will ensure that rigorous personnel procedures are carried out in accordance with agency and stakeholder requirements. Additionally, you will advise and support senior staff in respect of welfare issues, ill health and attendance, capability, grievance, disciplinary procedures and ensure legal compliance, fairness, consistency and good practice in all HR matters and procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about HR and are truly committed to providing excellent customer service.  A perfect starting point for an enthusiastic individual with full exposure to all aspects of the employee life cycle.  Extensive support and mentoring given for the successful applicant and an opportunity for CIPD support on completion of probationary period.

Vacancy Reference Number: 84500

Applications for this role must be submitted via the Creative Support website using the above vacancy reference number

Creative Support’s Development Pathway offers a structured induction and values-led training to help staff grow from entry-level to leadership roles. It empowers career progression through tailored learning aligned with national strategies and the WE CARE framework. Benefits of working with Creative Support include a probationary bonus, pension contributions, 33 days Leave and company paid enhanced DBS.

We are a passionate, inclusive, and anti-racist organization - Stonewall Diversity Champion, Disability Confident Employer who have recently received Investors in People Gold award.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, we do not provide feedback for unsuccessful applications. We can only accept applications from candidates who are located in and eligible to work within the UK – This post will not be open to Sponsorship, we are unable to accept Skilled Worker Visas.

 

 

Job Title:Finance Officer - Financial Planning
Responsible To: Head of Financial Planning
Location: Home based. Opportunity of hybrid working at Head Office East Lulworth, Wareham, Dorset.
Salary:£30,000 - £38,000 (Grade 3) per annum depending upon experienceplus 8% employer pension contribution.
Hours: 37hours per week (1 FTE)
Contract:1-Year Fixed Term

Job Purpose

Reporting directly to the Head of Financial Planning you will support the planning, budgeting and monitoring process, ensuring a high standard of accurate reporting. You will work as part of the wider Finance team to provide assistance in other areas including receivables, grant administration, and year-end audit work. Your role will provide crucial capacity and support for the project to replace the finance system and review and implement new processes across Butterfly Conservation.

Main Responsibilities

1. Assist with maintenance of key reporting packs including Management accounts, Budgets, and Forecasts.
2. Assist with monitoring and reporting on Income and Expenditure.
3. Assist Grants Officer to monitor and report Income and Expenditure of Grants and Trusts.
4. Analyse, monitor and report on Project shortfalls and Chargeable services.
5. Assist with monitoring trends for profiling of income for Fundraising reports.
6. Assist in providing accurate Branch Management accounts.
7. Assist with year-end audit work including the preparation of schedules.
8. Working closely with the other Finance Officers to ensure accuracy of finance transactions and posting to be completed in a timely manner.
9. Be part of the team implementing a new Finance system and supporting processes.
10. Provide support and cover for other team members as required.

General

• Promote BC’s values (Excellence, Passionate, Inspiring, Collaborative) ensuring they are adopted in all aspects of the role.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required and commensurate with the grade of post.
• Undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with the rules and regulations encompassing equal opportunities to help foster a diverse workforce.
• Work in accordance with BC’s policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.
• Actively participate in on-going professional development activities.

Candidates must have the right to work and be resident in the UK.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early before the advertised closing date and time.

Closing date: 1 September 2026, 12pm.

Online Interviews will be held on 16 September 2026.

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About us 

Loughborough Community Centre (LCC) was established in Brixton in 1981, as a positive outcome from the Brixton Uprisings. We operate from the Max Roach Centre in Brixton. 

Our vital and multi award-winning project has been on the frontline before and during the pandemic supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged children and their families. We are in a positive position to grow the team to increase our impact for the community.

What we do: 

Core offer...

• Rosebuds Preschool (2 - 4yrs)

• Afterschool and Holiday Play Project (0 - 13yrs) 

• Family Support 

Our mission:  
A safe place where children, young people and families can come together, to play, learn and thrive.  Join us and become part of a happy, motivated and friendly team who support the social, emotional and learning needs of our intergenerational community, through our embedded approach of Listening, Collaboration and the Creation (LCC) of meaningful activities.

About you

You will provide high-quality education, care, and family support, ensuring children experience a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where they can thrive. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will bring strong leadership, early years knowledge, and a commitment to creating enabling spaces that support children’s learning, development, wellbeing, and family engagement. 

You will be confident in meeting all legal, statutory, and setting requirements, with a strong understanding of your professional contribution to maintaining high standards across Rosebuds Preschool, and the wider family and play services delivered by LCC at the Max Roach Centre. 

Role Title: Early Year Professional (added area of responsibility) / Senior Practioner 

Hours: 35 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day Monday to Friday (Hours will include some afterschool wraparound, occasional evenings and weekends).

We value work life balance and are willing to consider term time only or all year round.  

Salary: £28,392 (FTE) depending on experience and up to an extra £3,640 per year incentive for added area of responsibility. Potential FTE £32,032. 

Location: Rosebuds Preschool at Max Roach Centre, in person

Contract: Permanent – 6 months probationary period

Benefits of working with us: 

• Highly Competitive Salary 

• Team Of People Who Actually Care 

• Concessional Preschool Place

• Employee Assistance Programme for Staff Mental Health Wellbeing and Support 

• Birthdays Off 

• Regular Socials and Team Building Opportunities. 

• Free Enhanced DBS Checks 

• Well-Established Career Path and Training Opportunities 

• Workplace Pension Scheme

• Induction and Supervision Programme

• Personal and Professional Development Plan 

• Fresh Fruit, Tea & Coffee available for all staff 

You will have experience of:

• Planning, delivering, and evaluating high-quality learning experiences in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, supporting children’s individual development, curiosity, and wellbeing.

• Working collaboratively as part of an early years professional team to maintain and continuously improve the quality of practice, provision, and outcomes for children.

• Operating within a Key Person system, building secure, nurturing relationships with a designated group of children and supporting their individual needs, development, and family relationships.

Main duties include:

• Contribute to the responsibility for providing a high quality of education and learning, ensuring that staff are properly deployed, and to offer appropriate stimulation and support to the children attending the setting.

• Contribute to the responsibility towards drawing up long-term, medium-term and sessional curriculum plans which take into account the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), and to monitor the effectiveness of the setting’s curriculum; this may include working with external professionals.

• Advocate for early years curriculum based on outdoor learning through play. 

• Contribute to the responsibility of drawing up and implementing the daily programme of activities and events.

• Comply with current Ofsted inspection requirements for achieving a ‘Good’ or above rating.

• Contribute and support the key person system, ensuring parents/carers are aware of their child’s key worker and that key workers regularly and effectively engage with their key children’s parent/carer.

• Contribute to the responsibility for the implementation of systems for observation and record keeping so that children’s progress and achievements are effectively and regularly assessed and to monitor the effectiveness of assessment procedures.

• Understand and appreciate the importance of monitoring and evaluation in a preschool based setting. 

• To carry out visits and inductions for new children and to ensure a smooth settlement. 

Deadline for applications is Friday 7th August 2026. Interviews will take place througout August 2026.