Administrator jobs in east dulwich, greater london

The Organisation

The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are: Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park.

We also manage other important public spaces, including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other public spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK, with tens of millions of visits every year.

We are currently looking for a Park Support and Cemetery Officer to join us on a full-time, fixed-term basis for 12 months, working 36 hours per week (Monday to Friday), based 3 days a week at Brompton Cemetery and 2 days at Regent’s Park.

The Benefits

• £27,846 - £29,500 per annum, depending on experience
• 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays
• Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)
• Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
• Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
• Learning and development opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Offices in a beautiful location

This is a fantastic opportunity for a customer-facing professional with administrative skills to join our amazing organisation and work in some of London’s most iconic spaces.

You’ll discover a warm and welcoming work environment alongside a great range of health & wellbeing benefits, reward schemes and learning and development opportunities to ensure you’re equipped with everything you need to excel in your role.

What's more, you’ll be working in an oasis of green set in the London skyline, meaning you’ll have the best of both worlds; all of the advantages of one of the greatest cities on earth, as well as the calm and serenity of beautiful parkland.

So, if you want to develop a rewarding career with our prestigious organisation while working in the heart of London, apply today!

The Role

As a Park Support and Cemetery Officer, you will assist the Park Management Teams in the delivery of services by providing on-site business support & administrative functions, as well as assisting Visitor Support teams providing support related to insurance matters and vehicle fleet administration.

Responding to visitor enquiries and carrying out administrative tasks in Brompton Cemetery, you’ll support the delivery of funerary services, events and other operational activities.

Additionally, you’ll deal with park office visitors to Regent’s Park and provide administrative support, including handling internal enquiries regarding insurance, and performing tasks related to a fleet of vehicles.

About You

To be considered as a Park Support and Cemetery Officer, you will need:

• Experience providing a high level of customer service
• Experience working in an office environment
• Experience of office IT applications, including MS Teams, Outlook, Word & Excel, as well as financial systems and databases
• The ability to remain calm and polite under pressure
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Other organisations may call this role Administrative Officer, Administrative Assistant, Cemetery Operative, or Funeral Service Operative.

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The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please visit our website to find out more about our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.

So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Park Support and Cemetery Officer, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.

RideWise is a Nottingham based charity that is dedicated to education and support for the environmental benefits of green forms of transport, helps thousands of people each year to gain travel independence, reduce reliance on fossil fuel vehicles and helps to break the barriers of isolation, inactivity, mental health and transport poverty by supporting people through active travel.

At RideWise, we believe that affordable, accessible and green forms transport should never be a barrier – through a range of support, walking and cycling can transform lives and communities. 

This is a key role within a small and busy finance team. The postholder is responsible for a range of transaction processing and finance administration; mostly focused on purchase ledger, sales ledger, assisting with the month-end process, and plays a vital role in upholding the charity’s financial controls.

Working closely with the Finance Manager, the Finance Officer will also need to communicate effectively with staff across the organisation and a wide range of suppliers to help resolve queries and ensure that the purchase and sales ledger processes are operating efficiently and effectively. Excellent organisational skills, the ability to prioritise to achieve internal reporting deadlines, and meticulous attention to detail, are critical for this role.

Essential Skills And Experience:  

• Experience of working in a small team on data processing and administrative tasks

• Experience of working in a finance team

• Experience as a Bookkeeper, Finance Assistant or Finance Officer

• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles

• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records.

• Experience of working under pressure to meet deadlines.

• Able to communicate effectively with finance and non-finance professionals alike.

• A supportive colleague, skilled at working collaboratively within a small team. 

• Meticulous attention to detail, especially numerical detail

• Able to prioritise and organise your workload effectively.

• Excellent attitude to following systems and procedures.

• Good IT skills, particularly Excel, and comfortable with using cloud-based accounting or data processing software

Desirable  

• Experience of working in the charity sector

• Experience of working in a small organisation 

• Experience of working with QuickBooks

• Accountancy qualifications, e.g. AAT 

Application is by CV and covering letter. Assessment will be by CV and covering letter, objective test and interview. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. 

ImpactEd Consulting is acting as recruitment advisor to the Fair Education Alliance on this appointment.

The Regional Collaboration Officer is the second role in our expanding regional team, supporting our neighbourhood to national strategy. You’ll report to our new Director of Regional Collaboration, providing essential coordination to enable cross-sector collaboration in and between Combined Authorities.

Key responsibilities include coordinating meetings and events with local leaders and partners; managing schedules, budgets and documentation; providing on-the-ground support for regional initiatives; and keeping communication clear and consistent across all stakeholders. You will help to ensure our regional collaboration work is well-planned, well-resourced and on track to deliver meaningful impact for children and young people.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping how our new strategy comes to life in communities across the country. You will be at the centre of building trusted relationships, joining up efforts across sectors, and making sure the practical foundations are in place for ambitious, long-term change.

Key dates

• Applications close: 5pm Fri 15 August
• First round interviews: Tuesday 2 September (online)
• Final round interviews: Monday 8 September (in person at the Fair Education Alliance office in London)
• Start date: October 2025 (to be agreed with the successful candidate)

About Wembley Stadium Foundation 

We are a grant-making charity, using the power of Wembley Stadium to inspire, strengthen and connect communities through sport, movement, and the performing arts. Funded through income generated on event days, we aim to break down barriers to access by distributing funds to charities locally and nationally.

It's an exciting time to join the foundation, at the start of an ambitious new three-year strategy. We are looking for a highly organised, dedicated person to join our small, passionate team, and support us in empowering organisations to create impact across the nation. 

 Purpose of the Role

The Business Support Executive will provide vital administrative and operational support to ensure the effective day-to-day running of the Wembley Stadium Foundation (WSF). Working closely with the wider team, you will lead on diary coordination, meeting minutes, board logistics, and internal systems as well as supporting with events and grants administration — helping keep the charity well-organised and high-performing.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative & Executive Support

• Provide administrative support to the Executive Team, including coordinating internal and external meetings.
• Support the creation, proofreading, and formatting of key documents.
• Organise and maintain shared filing systems (e.g. SharePoint, Teams).
• Assist with financial administration, including supporting payroll, processing expenses, and maintaining accurate records of payments and invoices.

Board and Governance Logistics

• Schedule and coordinate Board and committee meetings.
• Prepare and circulate Board papers and meeting minutes and assist with tracking actions and deadlines from board meetings.
• Maintain up-to-date trustee contact records.

 Grants and Events Support

• Support administration and logistics for events hosted by the foundation, including key strategic and community events at the stadium. 
• Coordinate the Foundation’s Community Box, e.g scheduling bookings and liaising with guests, security and hospitality teams at the stadium. 
• Maintain accurate records and trackers for grants, procurement and partnerships, maintaining organised systems for storing information. 

 Office & Systems Coordination

• Take responsibility for office systems, supplies, and IT support. Act as the main point of contact for day-to-day queries relating to office systems, supplies, and IT support.
• Act as a helpful first point of contact for enquiries to the foundation. 
• Maintain central database for the foundation.

Person Specification

Essential

• Experience in an administrative, office coordination, or business support role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities calmly and efficiently.
• High levels of discretion, reliability, and attention to detail.
• A collaborative, can-do approach and willingness to support across the team.

Desirable

• Experience in a charity, grant maker, or non-profit.
• Familiarity with board or trustee support.
• Confidence with cloud-based filing systems (e.g. SharePoint) as well as experience using Xerox.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to obtain a clear DBS check.

·We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

We know that applying for jobs is daunting. We’re committed to building an inclusive team and if this role excites you, but you don’t meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply anyway. 

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At Housing Justice, we unite communities to support people experiencing homelessness, helping them build personal connections that pave the way out of homelessness. We believe that connection and belonging are essential. Alongside this, we work to create a fairer housing system where everyone has access to a safe, secure, and stable home. 

The Operations Coordinator (in the Partnerships and Development, Emergency Accommodation team) is a key member of the team supporting the delivery of services to faith and community-led night shelters across England. Working closely with the Programme Lead and delivery team, this role provides essential operational, administrative, and coordination support to ensure smooth service delivery and strong stakeholder engagement. 

This hands-on role is central to the day-to-day functioning of the programme, helping to manage internal communications, schedule and document key meetings, coordinate events, liaise with partners, and maintain project momentum. The Operations Coordinator will also support team organisation and reporting processes, contributing to the capacity-building efforts that underpin our partnerships with shelter networks. 

Although our main office is based in London, this is a hybrid role, suitable for those living throughout England.

What does the role involve?

The Membership and Awards Assistant is a new role in the Membership team at the British Pharmacological Society. The Membership and Awards Assistant will work with the Membership and Awards Manager, other Society staff and the Society’s members to ensure that all aspects of the membership and awards service are operated effectively and efficiently, including membership, awards and travel bursary applications, member renewals and progression, and election to Fellowship and Honorary Fellowship.

Who would suit this role?

You will have solid experience working in a membership organisation and/or experience of dealing with customer service enquires, using Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, processing records, paying close attention to detail, and the ability to suggest and make improvements to procedures. We encourage innovative and creative thinking to enable us to effectively showcase and promote the work of the Society and our Members.

The team at the Society is fun and dynamic, and this role would be well-suited to someone who thrives on working in a collaborative setting.

This is a hands-on role that will allow the right candidate to have autonomy over their role.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our Coxley House RCH Service in Tower Hamlets.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

In this role, the individual will manage a caseload of clients requiring early intervention or preventative mental health support, delivering group activities and co-produced programmes that empower service users to achieve their goals. They will clearly communicate the service's aims, objectives, and pathways to ensure users can fully participate and collaborate in their own support. The role involves supporting service users in engaging with various community professionals, including mental health teams, social workers, housing providers, health professionals, and Job Centre Plus. They will work flexibly within a team to ensure service coverage and meet contractual obligations, while also developing and encouraging participation in peer support networks and community-based initiatives. Active monitoring of the health, wellbeing, safety, and security of the service and its users is essential, ensuring all concerns are promptly addressed in line with procedures. The role also includes participating in core service functions, supporting colleagues, and using initiative to complete tasks as they arise. Timely and accurate administration is required, with a strong emphasis on maintaining confidentiality. The individual will also be responsible for ensuring effective and timely referrals, assessments, and service reviews, and will regularly engage in supervision, appraisals, and reviews to support continuous development.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

The candidate will have demonstrable experience working with individuals who have experienced mental health challenges and/or dual diagnosis issues, supported by a solid understanding of relevant mental health legislation, safeguarding practices, and recovery principles. They will possess in-depth knowledge of mental health conditions and the ability to provide person-centred support with dignity and respect, while communicating effectively and sensitively. The candidate should be skilled in risk assessment and case management, with experience working alongside statutory services and building partnerships with voluntary and community sector organisations. They will have a track record of delivering value-added initiatives such as events, groups, and volunteer or student placements, and be confident representing the organisation at external events, including delivering presentations to stakeholders and commissioners. Strong time management, prioritisation, and communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, including overseeing the induction of new peer staff and volunteers. Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and internet use, as well as good literacy and numeracy skills, are required. The candidate will also have sound knowledge of local mental health and wellbeing services, recovery tools, and the ability to respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns. They should be able to remain dynamic and effective under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Standing Together believes no one should live in fear, yet domestic abuse affects millions of people, often hidden in plain sight. We don't provide frontline services. Instead, we work behind the scenes to change the systems that too often fail survivors; from housing and health to policing, social care and beyond.
 
As a second-tier organisation, we support and strengthen the work of others. We bring agencies together, build skills, offer expert consultancy and drive improvements in policy and practice — so that people facing abuse get better, more joined-up support wherever they live.
 
Standing Together is offering an exciting opportunity within our Housing team. Funded through MOPAC and Greater London Authority as a part of the Pan-London Domestic Abuse Safe Accommodation (DASA) fund, we are looking for a Membership Coordinator to join the team.
 
The Membership Coordinator will be working on our DAHA Homelessness & Supported Accommodation project, which began in 2022, recognising the need for a dedicated framework of standards, tailored to the unique needs of homelessness and supported accommodation settings, to improve their response to domestic abuse. Alongside this, the Membership Coordinator will play a crucial role across the wider Multiple Disadvantage and Homelessness programme, holding responsibility for all administrative functions, as well as leading on the development and design of our external communications and social media posts relating to our projects.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Work on DAHA Homelessness & Supported Accommodation project
  1. Recognise the need for dedicated framework of standards
  2. Tailor unique needs of homelessness and supported accommodation settings
  3. Improve response to domestic abuse
• Multiple Disadvantage and Homelessness programme responsibilities
  1. Hold responsibility for all administrative functions
  2. Lead on development and design of external communications
  3. Lead on social media posts relating to projects

 
About You:

• Strong understanding of how domestic abuse, homelessness, addiction and poor mental health intersect
• Passionate about bringing multiple disadvantage into focus
• Strong administrative skills
• Strong IT skills
• Strong design skills

 
Essential Skills:

• Understanding of domestic abuse and homelessness intersection
• Administrative capabilities
• IT proficiency
• Design abilities
• Passion for multiple disadvantage focus

 
Location: Remote working
Salary: £27,744
Hours: 35 hours a week (Mon–Wed, 9 am–5 pm)
Contract: Fixed Term, 12 months (with possibility of extension, dependant on funding)
Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata), Extra leave for birthdays and cultural occasions, Flexible working, End of year shutdown, Learning and development opportunities
 
Closing Date: 5pm, 01/09/2025
 
REF-223 269

Job Description
The Jewish Museum London has undergone substantial positive change over the past two years, moving out of our Camden site and moving to a ‘Museum without Walls’ model. With new leadership installed at both lay and staff levels and a consultation process underway for the development of a five and fifteen-year strategy the Museum is looking for a new member of the team to assist in running the day-to-day administration of the organisation.

Our museum is made up of passionate and expert staff and a collection of over 40,000 objects which are both accredited and designated with Outstanding status by Arts Council England. Our learning programmes hold multiple awards, and our visitor feedback is consistently very high, however, we have much bigger ambitions than our current success. The Museum is looking to expand, in space, in profile and in audience reach. We are looking for someone passionate about our potential to assist the wider team as we move forward to the next phase of the Jewish Museum London.

Reporting to the Senior Leadership Team the appointed candidate will have the organisational and administrative skills to ensure the Museum can effectively run its programmes and help grow the organisation.

Main Duties & Responsibilities
The main role of the Executive Assistant will be to administrate the activities of the Museum. Organizing key meetings on behalf of the Senior Leadership Team (this will include Finance, Ops, Collections and Learning) will be a key part of the role. Excellent communication skills are required as this role will involve liaising with a wide range of
internal and external stakeholders. You will assist with social media and general comms as the Museum’s digital presence continues to develop.
From time to time, you may be asked to provide research and presentations for meetings. In consultation with the Finance Director and Head of Operations, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the day-to-day logistics of Museum activities.

Every second of every day, London’s Air Ambulance delivers rapid response and cutting-edge medical care to save lives in the city. Critical injury can happen to anyone, at any time and we are bring the hospital emergency department to the scene, delivering life-saving treatment to the 10 million people who live and work in London. 

This is a unique role based at The Royal London Hospital supporting our clinical and operational colleagues with the smooth running of our Helipad. It is a fast-paced support role in a busy emergency environment with competing priorities. Reporting to the Helipad Operations Manager, the role works closely with the London Air Ambulance operations and clinical teams.   

Crucially you will support with the maintenance of the emergency vehicles ensuring they are mission ready at all times, while managing the stock of medical equipment and supporting with general operations and administration.  

We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic person to join the team. You’ll have significant experience in an operational / administrative role and hold strong organisational and communication skills. A good understanding of patient confidentially is essential for the role and a background in a clinical environment and/or the charity sector is advantageous.

Essential requirements of this role are to have a full UK driving licence (maximum of 3 penalty points), be a minimum of 21 years of age and be a confident driver. 

Full Time – 35 Hours Per Week
Contract: 3 weeks, with the potential to transition into a fixed-term contract until the end of February 2026.
Salary: £17.07 p/h (£19.13 inc holiday pay)

We’re working in partnership with a prestigious academic institution to recruit a Faculty Assistant to join their Finance Department. This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and proactive administrator to support world-class faculty in delivering exceptional teaching and research.

The Role
As Faculty Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting the academic and operational needs of the Finance faculty. You’ll be involved in everything from coordinating course logistics and preparing teaching materials to assisting with research activities and managing events. This is a varied and rewarding role that offers exposure to a dynamic, international academic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate course administration, including room bookings, AV setup, catering, and guest speaker arrangements.
• Support the preparation and distribution of teaching materials, including for hybrid and virtual delivery.
• Process timesheets, expenses, and invoices related to teaching and research.
• Organise internal and external meetings, travel, and diary management for faculty.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with budget tracking.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth delivery of services and a high-quality experience for students and staff.

What We’re Looking For

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced, international environment is desirable.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

CV’s will be sent on a rolling basis.

We have an exciting new opportunity to join our Membership Events team as Membership Events Officer.

Part of a hard working, fantastic team, this role will see you delivering, supporting and coordinating RBL Membership Directorates busy catalogues of events. This includes Annual Conference, County Chair Seminars, Awaydays, Meet-ups and meetings.

As the nations largest Armed Forces charity, RBL has over 200,000 members. Our Membership exists so our Armed Forces family has friends and allies standing by them in every community. This role will see you working within our Membership Policy and Compliance team supporting on a range of high profile events across the year.

Reporting to the Membership Events Manager, key responsibilities will include:

- Lead and manage workstreams for organisation of Annual Conference, including chairing Working Group meetings, coordinating exhibitions, managing registration, accommodation and catering bookings, venue sourcing, IT and AV requirements and more
- Work alongside Membership Services, Communications and Compliance teams, as well as Brand, to collaborate cohesively on events
- Create and distribute registration forms for all events and manage responses and attendee requirements
- Liaise with venue staff, raise relevant payments, negotiate prices and conditions, and finalise event agreements according to changing requirements
- Use appropriate and effective event planning tools to manage workload, deadlines and reporting

You will bring with you experience in events planning and management and strong administrative and minute taking experience. You will be confident using various systems including Microsoft Office and databases and will be an exceptional communicator with groups and stakeholders at all levels.

You will be contracted to our London, Haig House, Hub with a minimum expectation of two days per week working in person at the Hub (one of which must be a Wednesday) and flexibility for working remotely/at home when not on site.

Employee benefits include –

- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

We are Hestia. We make a difference.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Pool Worker to play a pivotal role in our Criminal Justice service in Streatham.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
This role involves working within an Approved Premises (AP) setting, supporting high-risk offenders as they transition from custody back into the community. It plays a vital role in public protection by providing a structured, supervised environment that promotes rehabilitation and pro-social behaviour. Staff act as positive role models and work closely with probation officers, the police, and community services to help residents engage with their sentence plans and access the support they need to reintegrate safely and responsibly into society.
Day-to-day responsibilities include engaging with residents, encouraging participation in communal routines such as meal preparation, and supporting purposeful activities. The role also involves monitoring curfews and drug/alcohol testing compliance, maintaining health and safety standards within t
he building, and ensuring all relevant information is recorded and shared appropriately. Strong communication, resilience, and a calm, consistent approach are essential, as is a willingness to work flexibly as part of a committed multi-agency team.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for
This role requires someone who can maintain firm but fair boundaries, using authority in a legitimate and respectful way while engaging positively with individuals who may present complex emotional or behavioural challenges. A strong understanding of the impact of trauma is essential, along with the ability to remain calm, empathetic, and responsive when faced with difficult behaviours or communication styles. Optimism about people's capacity to change is key, as is the ability to engage in pro-social modelling that encourages rehabilitation and personal growth.
Candidates must be able to learn quickly, assess situations, and make sound, defensible decisions based on accurate information. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, as is the ability to record and share information appropriately and confidentially. A hands-on, practical attitude is required, including a willingness to participate in domestic tasks and communal activitie
s such as cooking and gardening. Knowledge of safeguarding practices and the ability to respond to related concerns appropriately is also critical for maintaining a safe and supportive environment.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criter
ia for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

We are Hestia. We make a difference.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Employment Specialist to play a pivotal role in our Employment Services in Redbridge.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

We are looking for a motivated and empathetic individual to support clients with mental health conditions in achieving sustainable employment. You will manage a dynamic caseload, delivering tailored coaching, job search support, and workplace retention strategies in line with IPS fidelity. Strong employer engagement skills are essential to build partnerships and create inclusive job opportunities. The role involves close collaboration with clinical teams to integrate employment and mental health support, as well as accurate record-keeping and compliance with service standards. A commitment to continuous professional development and service improvement is key, along with a passion for supporting disadvantaged communities into meaningful work.

What do I need to bring with me?

You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.

Here's what the team will be looking for

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting individuals with mental health conditions in securing, returning to, or retaining mainstream employment. They should have a strong understanding of employment models such as IPS (Individual Placement and Support) and be committed to employment retention and IPS fidelity. Experience in health or social care settings is essential.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required to engage clients and build effective relationships with stakeholders and partners. The candidate should be confident in presenting services, promoting client solutions, and managing time effectively in a results-driven environment.

A solid understanding of relevant policies, including Health & Safety, Data Protection, Equality & Diversity, and the Equality Act 2010, is essential. They must be open to feedback and professional development, and able to travel across the designated borough.

The candidate should be person-centred, empathetic, and committed to equality. Strong administrative and IT skills, including client assessments, action planning, and accurate record-keeping using Microsoft packages and databases, are also key to the role.

Interview Steps

We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.

• Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
• Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.

Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.

We are a disability confident employer

Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.

Safeguarding Statement

Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.