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St James’s Piccadilly is a Church of England parish in the heart of London. In addition to the regular services, a large and dynamic congregation, and committed staff team, we run and support a network of people with refugee asylum seeker lived experience, offering practical help and pastoral care as well partnering with organisations that support refugees and people going through the asylum system.

The successful candidate will have working knowledge and proven experience of the process of claiming asylum in the UK from first arrival to leave to remain and proven experience in supporting individuals going through this process; at least 2 years’ experience of working with volunteers, and team building networks of support; at least 2 years’ experience of providing pastoral care with people who have experienced significant trauma; understanding and appreciation of promoting and championing equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. Excellent understanding of Microsoft Office 365, computer literacy and online communication including social media.  

Candidates do not have to identify as Christian or belong to a religious faith, but the successful candidate will be in sympathy with, and actively promote St James’s ethos and values.

St James’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

St James’s actively welcomes applications from people who are currently underrepresented in our community including people with global majority heritage, people with lived experience of poverty and people who identify as LGBTQ+.

Full role description and including application details can be downloaded from our website.

Closing date for applications: midday Friday 25th September 2026

Interviews:  planned for Thursday 8th October 2026

About Us:

Since 1854, Embrace has been serving some of the most marginalised and excluded communities (of all faiths and none) in the Middle East. We support, enable and partner with Christians in the Middle East as they work to transform lives and restore dignity through education, healthcare and community development programmes. Without our staff, this important work simply would not be possible.

We are looking for an Advocacy & Campaigns Officer and Just Peace Coalition Coordinator to help deliver effective advocacy and campaigning, amplify the voices of Christian partners in the Middle East, and mobilise churches, supporters and decision-makers to create positive change.

Role Overview:

Working within the Programmes, Partnerships & Advocacy team and reporting to the Advocacy & Campaigns Manager, you will support research, campaign delivery, communications, church engagement and stakeholder relationships. Around three days per week will support Embrace advocacy and church engagement, with two days coordinating the Just Peace Coalition and it’s Time to Act campaign. You will be organised, collaborative and able to communicate complex issues clearly and sensitively.

For a fuller understanding of the role, including the key responsibilities and the skills and experience required, please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification.

Location: High Wycombe/Hybrid (minimum one day a month in the office, plus extra as required).

Contract: Fixed term for 2 years.

Staff benefits at Embrace the Middle East:

• To support every member of staff to work as effectively as possible, Embrace offers remote and flexible working arrangements. This includes flexitime and home-working arrangements.
• Flexitime - start work between 7:30am - 10:00am and finish between 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Our core collaborative working hours are between 10:00am to 3:00pm.
• Pension - option to join from day 1. Maximum employer contribution of 10%.
• Holiday - 32 days, including 8 bank holidays and a day off work for your birthday, rising to 33 days after 5 years' service and 34 days after 10 years' service, plus 3 days leave between Christmas and the New Year.
• Life Assurance - 3x salary.
• Access to retail discount portal.
• Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, legal and financial advice) - available 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Training and development programme for all employees.
• Commitment to staff health & wellbeing.

For more information and to apply, please visit our jobs page.

Closing date: midday on Friday, 18th September 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy and conduct interviews in advance of the closing date should suitable applications be received.

Cambridge Muslim College is an independent institution of higher education and a registered charity, rooted in the Islamic tradition and advancing knowledge, scholarship and public understanding.

Through its teaching, research and public programmes, the College is committed to developing a new generation of Muslim leaders who are deeply grounded in their tradition and able to engage confidently with contemporary Britain.

Through a focused portfolio of programmes spanning Islamic Studies, contextual leadership and Classical Arabic, alongside research across theology, philosophy, ethics, education and social institutions, Cambridge Muslim College brings traditional scholarship into dialogue with the modern world. Operating on a deliberately small, high-quality scale, the College has around 100 students, many of whom are supported through scholarships funded by a committed donor community. With income primarily philanthropic, fundraising is central to the College’s ability to invest in its teaching, research and public programmes.

Cambridge Muslim College is now focused on strengthening its long-term fundraising strategy and sustainability. The College has an established and diverse fundraising programme encompassing major donors, regular giving, campaigns and corporate partnerships, with significant opportunities to deepen existing donor relationships and develop new sources of support. This includes growing major giving beyond the annual Ramadan period, further developing the College’s Friends and Patrons programme, and building new corporate and international partnerships.

The Development Manager (Fundraising & Engagement) will play a pivotal role in this next phase, combining hands-on income generation with strategic leadership of fundraising and engagement. Working closely with the Registrar, senior leadership and Trustees, you will shape and deliver a more structured and sustainable approach to philanthropy while leading a small Development team encompassing fundraising operations and communications. This is a broad, relationship-led role with significant scope to strengthen systems, develop new opportunities and build long-term relationships with the donors and communities who support the College.

As Development Manager (Fundraising & Engagement), you will:

• Develop and deliver the College’s fundraising and donor engagement strategy
• Build and manage strong relationships with major donors and prospects
• Identify, cultivate and secure new funding opportunities across a diverse funding base
• Lead fundraising campaigns and develop compelling cases for support
• Develop major donor fundraising, including new business and opportunities to grow support beyond Ramadan
• Strengthen regular giving and donor engagement through the College’s Friends and Patrons programme
• Develop corporate partnerships and explore opportunities to grow international giving
• Strengthen fundraising systems, pipeline management, stewardship and reporting
• Oversee communications and digital engagement, ensuring activity supports fundraising and engagement objectives
• Line manage and support the Development Coordinator and Communications Coordinator

Essential skills and experience:

• Multi-income stream fundraising experience, which must include major donors plus either corporate fundraising or regular giving/membership schemes
• A track record of securing significant five-figure or six-figure gifts from high-net-worth individuals
• Strong relationship-building and networking skills, with credibility engaging donors, partners and senior stakeholders
• Experience developing compelling cases for support and effective stewardship strategies
• Demonstrable experience of engaging with Muslim communities and an understanding of faith-based giving practices, including Zakat and Sadaqah
• The ability to build trusted relationships with donors and stakeholders within Muslim communities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience overseeing public-facing communications and digital channels
• The ability to provide effective leadership and direction to a small team
• Willingness and ability to undertake occasional international travel

Desirable:

• Corporate or alumni fundraising experience
• Experience of fundraising campaigns and appeals

Employee benefits include:

• 5% employer pension contribution
• 28 days’ annual leave, in addition to bank holidays, plus 2 additional days for each Eid
• Free home-cooked lunches during term time

Role

This is an entry level, full-time administrative role within the Volunteer Recruitment & Training team

The Listening Place (TLP) is an award-winning charity providing face-to-face, compassionate and non-judgemental support for people who feel that life is no longer worth living.  Since opening our first site in Pimlico in 2016, we have grown to four sites and our service is delivered by over 900 active volunteers.  

This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, dedicated team and play a vital role in ensuring our volunteers are recruited, trained and prepared to deliver our outstanding service.   You will provide high quality administrative support across the volunteer recruitment and training process, helping the team to operate efficiently and effectively.

We are committed to welcoming everyone from all backgrounds and communities and creating inclusive teams. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty (such as dyslexia) or a medical condition that may affect your performance during the selection process or in the role, we are very happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you.

Key Responsibilities

·       Provide administrative support across the volunteer recruitment and training process

·       Liaise with potential volunteers, interviewers and trainers

·       Arrange and coordinate meetings, interviews and training events (this may involve travelling between sites)

·       Manage room bookings and logistics for training and interviews

·       Monitor shared mailboxes and calendars; respond promptly to email and telephone enquiries

·       Request, track and record volunteer references

·       Maintain accurate office systems, including data entry and upkeep of spreadsheets and databases

·       Any other ad-hoc tasks as required

Attributes and Skills

Essential

·       Excellent administrative and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail

·       Ability to work at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy

·       Clear, confident written and verbal communication skills

·       A reliable, punctual and enthusiastic team player, who works collaboratively and builds positive working relationships

·       Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage competing demands

·       Calm and professional under pressure

·       High level of computer proficiency, particularly in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

·       Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and tact 

·       Strong commitment to, and understanding of, The Listening Place’s mission and values

Desirable

·       Recent experience in an administrative role

·       Experience working or volunteering within a charity or volunteer-led organisation

Hours

9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work to meet operational requirements (time off in lieu will be given).

Location

Predominantly office based at our Hammersmith or Liverpool Street offices with some remote working.

Reporting line

The Volunteer Recruitment and Training Coordinator will report to the Head of Volunteer Recruitment and Training.

Application process

Please submit your application and CV by 11th September 2026.

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be asked to complete a homework task in advance.

                                                                                                                                                             

Use of AI in Applications
 

We understand that AI tools can be helpful when preparing applications. However, please ensure that any information submitted accurately reflects your own experience, skills and achievements. Our aim is to get to know you and understand what you would bring to the role.

Benefits

• 3% employer contribution towards pension
• 25 days annual leave per annum (plus public holidays)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Medicash health insurance and critical illness cover

As our Puppy Coordinator, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our assistance dog programmes by overseeing the development and welfare of puppies during the early stages of their training journey.  Working closely with volunteer Puppy Socialisers, Foster Carers, Trainers, and Colleagues, you will provide guidance, support, and training to ensure puppies receive the best possible start. You will be responsible for coordinating placements, monitoring their progress, maintaining accurate records and helping volunteers develop the skills and confidence needed to prepare our puppies for advanced assistance dog training. This rewarding role combines relationship building, organisation and a passion for canine welfare, offering the opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact on the lives of both our dogs and the people they will go on to support. 

Previous experience of training dogs using reward-based methods and a full clean driving licence are essential for this job position.

You will be required to be able to commute to our Training Centre based in Sheffield, however this role will require to mainly work in the Derbyshire / Nottinghamshire area.  The role involves working independently so you must be able to show the ability to work alone effectively, prioritise your workload and respond and adapt to the demands of the job entails.

For further criteria please refer to requirements and criteria on our website.  Please note this post requires an enhanced DBS Check and must be submitted prior to starting your employment at Support Dogs. Should you not have an enhanced DBS Check, Support Dogs will apply for one on your behalf but all information to complete a check must be provided ahead of your employment start date.  

Occasional overnight duties and from time-to-time weekend work will be required to both fulfil the role and to assist in the promotion of the Charity or participate in fundraising events. 

About Migrateful

Migrateful is an award-winning charity supporting refugees, asylum seekers and migrants on their journey to integration and employment.

Our cookery classes enable our chefs to share their cultures and cuisines, develop skills and confidence, and create meaningful connections with the wider community.

About the Role

We are looking for an organised, practical and proactive candidate to take day-to-day operational ownership of the Migrateful Cookery School in Farringdon and coordinate the effective operation of our network of venues across London.

A key focus will be introducing a Venue Champion model, where designated facilitators undertake agreed routine checks and practical tasks at external venues. With support from the Operations Support Officer, you will establish and coordinate this approach, while retaining overall oversight of venue standards and stepping in when additional intervention is needed.

You will also coordinate the operational onboarding of new venues and support the planned refurbishment of the Cookery School.

This is a varied, hands-on role combining venue operations, coordination, problem-solving and continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Cookery School Operations

Take day-to-day operational ownership of the Migrateful Cookery School.

• Ensure the space, equipment, ingredients, recipes and resources are ready for classes and ad hoc events.

• Coordinate repairs, maintenance, cleaning and facilities requirements, working with building management, contractors and cleaning providers.

• Maintain effective systems for stock, storage, equipment, consumables and procurement.

• Identify and resolve operational issues to ensure the space works effectively for chefs, facilitators, volunteers and staff.

• Coordinate the planned Cookery School refurbishment, working with contractors, suppliers and colleagues to minimise disruption and ensure the space is ready for reopening.

2. External Venue Coordination

Maintain operational oversight of Migrateful's external London venues.

• Maintain venue-specific equipment, kit and operational requirements, with planned schedules for checks, maintenance and resets.

• Monitor venue readiness, facilitator feedback and outstanding issues and coordinate appropriate action.

• Maintain effective relationships with venue contacts and undertake periodic quality assurance visits where required.

3. Venue Champion Coordination

Venue Champions undertake agreed routine practical tasks, while the Venues Coordinator retains overall oversight of venue standards and the systems supporting them.

• Coordinate a network of Venue Champions who provide routine practical support at external venues.

• With support from the Operations Support Officer, recruit and train Venue Champions from Migrateful's facilitator pool and provide clear guidance for the role.

• Establish equipment lists, checklists and schedules for venue checks, kit cleaning and resets.

• Monitor completion of agreed tasks and coordinate follow-up, maintenance or equipment replacement where required.

4. New Venue Onboarding

• Coordinate the operational setup of new London venues when required.

• Assess new venues and establish equipment, storage, logistics, food safety and operational requirements.

• Coordinate procurement, setup, documentation and facilitator onboarding, resolving issues during initial classes.

• Identify and train a Venue Champion and transition established venues into the ongoing venue-management system.

5. Health, Safety & Quality

• Maintain high operational, food safety and Health & Safety standards across Migrateful's London venues.

• Maintain appropriate Health & Safety, food safety and allergen systems, documentation and checks.

• Ensure facilitators and Venue Champions understand the procedures relevant to their roles.

• Coordinate equipment safety and compliance requirements and identify, track and escalate risks appropriately.

6. Systems, Procurement & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain effective systems for equipment, stock, ingredient ordering, procurement and venue documentation.

• Manage relevant supplier relationships and monitor expenditure within agreed budgets.

• Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise or digitise processes and reduce unnecessary manual work.

• Maintain clear records so operational information is accessible, consistent and shared across the team.

Scope and Boundaries

The Venues Coordinator is responsible for the systems, standards and coordination that support effective venue management. They are not expected to personally undertake every routine task at every external venue.

Venue Champions provide local practical support and routine monitoring, with the Venues Coordinator responding to escalated issues and undertaking periodic quality assurance checks.

Reasonable changes may be made to the responsibilities of the role as Migrateful develops, following consultation with the postholder.

Working Hours & Out-of-Hours Support

Migrateful delivers cookery classes during evenings and weekends, so some operational issues may arise outside normal office hours.

The postholder will participate in a shared Operations Team out-of-hours rota. When rostered, they will provide first-line support for urgent operational issues affecting class delivery, escalating where appropriate.

The rota will be scheduled in advance. Expectations around availability, response times, escalation and working time/TOIL will be set out in Migrateful's Out-of-Hours Support procedure.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience in kitchen, hospitality, venue, facilities or operational coordination, with a good understanding of Food Safety, Health & Safety and allergen management.

• Is highly organised and able to coordinate multiple venues, priorities and people while ensuring spaces are safe, well equipped and ready for classes.

• Takes a practical, proactive and solution-focused approach, with high standards of cleanliness and attention to detail.

• Communicates confidently and builds effective relationships with a diverse range of people, including facilitators, suppliers and venue partners.

• Can develop and maintain clear operational systems, identify issues early and make practical improvements to how things are managed.

• Is comfortable working independently, using initiative and coordinating others, including Venue Champions.

• Is flexible about travelling between London venues, undertaking hands-on practical tasks and participating in the shared out-of-hours rota.

• Ideally has experience in a charity, social enterprise or community food setting, or working with volunteers and freelancers.

Right to Work

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Migrateful is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK before starting employment.

Application Process

Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply early. We may close the vacancy before the advertised closing date if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

 

The Services and Programmes Coordinator is a new fixed-term role, October 2026 to April 2027, created to support Theatres Trust through a period of organisational transition.

The Coordinator will play a central role in coordinating our grants, planning and advice services, ensuring enquiries, statutory consultations and other outward-facing work are managed efficiently and progress through our systems in a timely and accurate manner.

This is a practical, organised role for someone who enjoys bringing order to busy workflows, using systems effectively, and making sure colleagues and our users receive responsive, high-quality administrative support.

Volunteer Coordinator 

Contract:  Permanent | 4 days / 28 hrs per week

Location:  Hybrid (North London community service locations / homeworking)

FEAST With Us (FEAST) is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and proactive Volunteer Coordinator to play a key role in growing, supporting and celebrating our incredible volunteer community, with skills and passion for building relationships and delivering community impact.

Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do and you'll oversee the entire volunteer journey, from attraction and recruitment through to onboarding, development, engagement and recognition. You'll be the central point of contact, ensuring volunteers have a positive and rewarding experience while helping us continue to expand and strengthen our volunteer programme.

About FEAST With Us - Feeding and Empowering All Sustainably Together (FEAST)  

FEAST’s mission is to improve the nutrition, wellbeing, and health of people at risk of food insecurity. We work across London with charity and community partners to deliver nutrutious meal services and healthy eating programmes in homeless hostels and community centres.

Our meals use surplus food, and provide welcoming, inclusive spaces that bring people together and reduce loneliness. Our healthy eating programme empowers people by building nutrition knowledge, and developing practical cooking, food hygiene and budgeting skills. 

We’re a small but ambitious charity, with a passionate, supportive and collaborative team of 11 staff and 9 Trustees, supported by c200 volunteers.

Key Responsibilities: 

Volunteer recruitment: 

• Identify opportunities and develop meaningful and impactful roles for service delivery, skilled and corporate volunteers 

• Promote volunteer opportunities through different channels and networks 

• Implement initiatives to diversify our volunteer base and reduce barriers to volunteering 

• Build relationships with community organisations, partners, education providers and local networks 

• Safely and efficiently onboard new volunteers

Volunteer management: 

• Develop and implement the volunteer management strategy 

• Act as first point of contact for volunteers

• Develop and manage corporate volunteering partnerships 

• Maintain volunteer records, compliance documentation and reporting data

• Monitor, report and analyse volunteer data and key metrics

• Collect accurate and insightful data and case studies on the volunteers and their impact 

• Identify volunteering requirements and ensure sufficient coverage across projects and services 

• Review and improve volunteer processes and frameworks 

• Develop and manage our volunteer management platform, Volunteero 

Volunteer engagement & retention 

• Chair the Board of Volunteers to ensure volunteer voices are heard and represented 

• Coordinate volunteer communications, events, recognition activities and development opportunities 

• Make sure volunteer opportunities are nurturing and provide a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment 

• Implement appropriate reward and recognition initiatives to highlight volunteer impact and say thank you

• Gather volunteer feedback

Line Management Responsibilities: PT Volunteer Administrator (1 day per week) 

You will have

• > two years’ experience in volunteer management / coordination or community outreach 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across multiple channels 

• Empathy and patience when working with diverse groups of people

• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with diverse stakeholders 

• Exceptional organisational skills with attention to details

• Results-driven approach with focus on outcomes and deliverables 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines 

• Line management and team-building experience

• Adaptability, resilience and a positive mindset

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and volunteer management systems (ideally Volunteero)

• Marketing and communications capabilities, including use of Canva 

• Level 3 Safeguarding qualification (or willingness to complete)

Desirable experience:

• CRM systems, ideally Beacon 

• Data management and analysis skills 

• Project management, corporate partnership management or events management

• Food insecurity and/or nutrition

Key Benefits 

• Flexible working hours 

• Hybrid working

• Holiday allowance: 25 days + bank holidays 

• Pension: 3% employee + 5% employer contribution 

• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave 

The Membership & Community Coordinator is a new role, created to support the membership functions at Science for Animal Welfare (SciFAW) and the Humane Slaughter Association (HSA). 

Initially, the role holder will focus on delivering and growing SciFAW’s relaunched membership. They will play a central role in shaping the member experience, ensuring that our membership delivers genuine value and builds a thriving community. 

They will lead the day-to-day delivery of our membership offer across member, supporter and student pathways, creating engaging journeys that attract, retain and inspire people to connect with our work. From onboarding and renewals to member only events, communications and community engagement, they will be the person our members come to know. 

This role sits at the heart of the organisation rather than within a single team. They will work closely with colleagues across science, communications, income generation and operations. This role will work closely with the charities CRM and Office Manager who oversees the administration of memberships, our customer relationship management (CRM) software and data. They will also play an important role in gathering member insight and feeding it back into the ongoing development of our membership proposition. 

This is a highly autonomous and collaborative role. Reporting to the Head of Income Generation and working with colleagues across the organisation, you will translate membership strategy into action, taking ownership of implementation, continuous improvement, member engagement and retention. 

Our charities are small, and our work is often fast paced; as such we are looking for candidates who can work with limited supervision day-to-day and can work on multiple concurrent workstreams. 

Key Responsibilities 

Membership 

• Implement and promote the new SciFAW membership offering to current, lapsed and prospective members, helping to grow and strengthen the membership community. 
• Develop the member, supporter and student membership journeys, ensuring a positive and seamless experience at every stage. 
• Manage the membership application approval process, including documenting Trustee decisions and administering confirmations and welcome communications. 
• Liaise with colleagues responsible for the membership operations and data to ensure the charities retain accurate records and use effective processes. 
• Administer and analyse the post-join questionnaire and use its insights on members' interests, affiliations and areas of work to inform future engagement, events and activities. 
• Lead a retention-focused approach across all membership, community, communications and event activities, ensuring members consistently experience value, connection and engagement throughout their relationship with SciFAW, while acting as their primary point of contact. 
• Analyse data and report on member acquisition, retention, trends and engagement. 
• Working with scientific staff, input into the development of the LINKS scheme, supporting its growth and strengthening its role as a membership activity. 

Events 

• Work with scientific colleagues to develop the charities’ programme of member-exclusive events. 
• Organise a programme of member-exclusive events throughout the year, aligned with plans agreed with the Head of Income Generation. 
• Co-ordinate the programme of member-only events alongside our annual conference, working with science staff and conference organisers to design, plan and deliver them. 
• Work with the wider team and external collaborators to develop events and engagement opportunities for students and early-career researchers, including careers-focused content at the annual conference. 
• Contribute to event planning to ensure events are engaging and responsive to member interests and feedback. 
• Work with administrative support colleagues to organise and deliver events, allowing you to focus on member engagement. 
• Provide occasional administrative support for corporate membership and sponsorship activities as required. 

Community and Communications 

• Act as the primary point of contact for members, providing a welcoming, responsive and professional experience. 
• Build strong relationships with members, ensuring they feel valued, connected and engaged with charities missions. 
• Craft the communications to members at each stage of their membership journey to optimise engagement and retention. 
• Produce a quarterly membership newsletter that showcases member stories, highlights opportunities and strengthens community connections. 
• Work with the Communications team to develop engaging membership marketing and retention materials across all SciFAW membership routes and for HSA individual members. 
• Collaborate with scientific staff to deliver member-only roundtables. 
• Collaborate with scientific staff to increase opportunities for members to engage effectively with the charity's grants, awards and scientific activities. 

Essential skills and experience required

• Experience coordinating a membership function, with hands-on delivery of member engagement, recruitment and retention activities and community building. 
• Proven ability to work independently and within scope, managing priorities and collaborating confidently with senior colleagues, scientists and external stakeholders. 
• Experience planning and delivering both online and in-person events. 
• Experience using CRM or membership databases for record management, reporting and analysis (both charities use Beacon CRM). 
• Excellent written communication skills, with experience producing audience-focused content such as newsletters, event communications and membership materials. 
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. 
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and priorities simultaneously. 
• Reliable and accurate in reporting progress, with a clear view of what's completed, what's outstanding and what's at risk 
• Strong presentation skills, confidence in communicating and presenting to external stakeholders and groups, including being comfortable making phone calls where necessary 
• A genuine commitment to animal welfare and enthusiasm for the mission and values of the charities. 

Click apply to download the full application pack before completing your application.

Job Title: Helpline Advocacy Coordinator 

Location: Homeworking with a requirement to occasionally work at Head Office (Vauxhall, London)
Salary: £29,701.36 per annum (Inclusive of London Weighting, which may not be applicable depending on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement)

Contract type: Full Time, Permanent 

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

This is an exciting opportunity to join Refuge as a Helpline Advocacy Co-ordinator.

The Helpline Advocacy Co-ordinator – London (HAC) provides short-term, targeted advocacy to victim/survivors of domestic abuse based in London, who present with complex or additional barriers to accessing safe accommodation and support services.

The role builds on initial helpline contact to deliver enhanced, focused support, including proactive follow-up and advocacy with statutory and voluntary agencies to secure safe outcomes. This includes working closely with housing departments across London boroughs, refuge providers, and specialist services to overcome barriers and facilitate access to accommodation and support.

This post is restricted to women due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement under Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.

Closing Date: 09:00am 1 September 2026

Interview Date: 10 and 11 September 2026

Job Title: People Coordinator
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9:30am – 5:30pm
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Liverpool (Hybrid, 2/3 days working from home)
Reports to: People Manager

THE CHARITY
Suicide is the leading cause of death of men under 35 and three quarters of those who die by suicide are men. James’ Place exists to save the lives of men in suicidal crisis through delivering clinical services. We are a charity currently offering free, life-saving therapy to suicidal men at our centres in Liverpool, London, Newcastle and Birmingham.

James’ Place was set up by Clare Milford Haven and Nick Wentworth-Stanley after their twenty-one-year-old son, James, died by suicide ten days after a minor operation. James had no history of mental illness or depression and had sought urgent help for anxiety and suicidal thoughts but didn’t find it.

James' Place was set up to make the experience of finding help as easy as possible. We offer men who are experiencing a suicidal crisis a brief, intensive, therapeutic intervention in a safe environment. Men who walk through the door at James’ Place will be in a space where they feel valued and respected. We provide a calm and peaceful environment both inside the centres and in our outside spaces, accessible to men who visit us as well as their friends and families. We have so far treated over 5,100 men who might otherwise have been unable to access the support they desperately need.

THE OPPORTUNITY
We are excited to offer a new opportunity to join a growing charity as a People Coordinator in our expanding Finance and Resources Directorate. As a People Coordinator, you will work closely with the People Manager and wider team to place our people, culture and values at the core of James’ Place, acting as a trusted and compassionate first point of contact for staff and managers.

You will provide advice and administrative support that enables fair, consistent and legally compliant HR practices, whilst ensuring every interaction is handled with sensitivity, professionalism and respect. From maintaining accurate records and supporting employee relations to coordinating recruitment, onboarding and training, your work will help create a seamless and supportive employee experience grounded in integrity, collaboration and care.

Beyond process, this role is central to fostering an inclusive, people-first culture where wellbeing, engagement and development are prioritised. You will contribute to meaningful charity-wide diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) initiatives, support managers to build capability, and help ensure colleagues feel valued and empowered to deliver life-changing outcomes for men in suicidal crisis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
HR Advice and Administration

• Act as a first point of contact for managers and staff, providing general HR advice and guidance
• Manage a central HR email inbox, responding to both internal and external queries in a timely, professional and sensitive manner, always maintaining privacy and confidentiality
• Preparation of letters, contracts, job offers, and other HR administration, with oversight from the People Manager
• Collaborate with the Finance Team to ensure variations in contracts and payroll changes are communicated effectively
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation using our HR portal, monitoring staff professional registrations, certifications, and training requirements
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, regulations and statutory requirements, promoting fair and ethical workplace practices
• Monitor general HR trends, identify patterns and produce reports as required

Employee Relations (ER)

• Provide ER support, advice and guidance to managers
• Escalate unresolved or complex ER queries to the People Manager as appropriate
• Monitor ER trends, identify patterns and produce reports for the People Manager and senior leaders as required
• Conduct ER case administration including meeting coordination, minute-taking, and producing reports

Employee Lifecycle

• Coordinate recruitment and onboarding processes, including pre-employment checks, including references, DBS checks, right-to-work verification, and professional registrations
• Act as a superuser for our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to coordinate recruitment and selection processes
• Coordinate the leavers process including issuing acknowledgements and letters, arranging exit interviews and other exiting administration duties

Learning, Development and Training

• Maintain training records, tracking completion, certification, and expirations
• Ensure mandatory training is assigned during the onboarding process, completed and recorded, extracting regular reports for managers
• Support managers in training coordination including scheduling, managing attendance, supporting evaluation and reporting on impact

People, Culture and Values

• Contribute to an inclusive, people-first culture, strengthening diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) initiatives, development pathways and wellbeing so that our people can deliver the best outcomes for men in suicidal crisis
• Support employee engagement, wellbeing initiatives and other HR projects, in collaboration with the People Manager, and report on their results
• Demonstrate commitment to the James' Place values of Focus, Bravery, Compassion, Professionalism, Collaboration, Respect and Hope through all aspects of work.

PERSON SPECIFICATION
This role is ideal for an individual with generalist HR experience, an understanding of HR policies, procedures, and employment law, and a genuine passion for supporting others. You will have excellent communication, organisation and conflict-resolution skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.

You will demonstrate a genuine commitment to creating a positive, inclusive employee experience, embody the James’ Place values in all that you do, and actively promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, confident in handling sensitive information, and capable of extracting and reporting on data to support informed decision-making, with strong IT proficiency across workplace systems.

Essential
Qualifications and Memberships

• CIPD Level 3 / Foundation Qualification or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Experience of working in a generalist HR (or related) role
• Knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and conflict-resolution skills
• Excellent organisational, administrative and attention to details skills
• Ability to covey information clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Ability to record, capture and interpret data to inform evidence-based decision making
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Strong IT skills with the ability to learn new systems quickly and efficiently
• Competency with current office technology including MS Teams, Microsoft 365 applications, and emails and calendars
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Values

• Genuine passion for creating a positive, supportive and inclusive employee experience
• Ability to engage and act in accordance with organisational values and professional behaviours
• Ability to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging
• Ability to work collaboratively with others
• Ability to be transparent, honest and show discretion when needed

Desirable

• Experience of working in the third sector, therapeutic environments or health-based settings
• Understanding of, and interest in, mental health and suicide prevention

WE OFFER

• A 7% employer contributory pension scheme
• Family friendly policies
• Death in service insurance scheme
• 25 days plus bank holidays leave entitlement (FTE), including enhanced holiday allowance with incremental rises after qualifying period

APPLICATION PROCESS
How to Apply
To apply, please use the online application system to submit your CV detailing your experience, roles and responsibilities, and answer the three competency-based questions. We recommend for you to use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method as a way of clearly and concisely outlining your skills, knowledge and experience.

Here at James' Place, we want you to feel comfortable in sharing your authentic selves and personal experiences, so we ask that you do not submit an application that has been formulated by AI. You may wish to use AI to support with structural aspects such as grammar and formatting, however your application must reflect your own genuine experiences, critical thinking and creativity.

Key Dates
Closing date for applications: Friday 28th August, 9am
Interviews are expected to be held Tuesday 8th September.

Next Steps
If your application is shortlisted, we will contact you by email following the closing date to invite you to an in-person interview with up to three members of the James’ Place team. You will be able to choose a convenient interview slot using our self-service scheduling system.

The interview will be competency-based, giving you the opportunity to demonstrate your skills, knowledge, and experience in relation to the role requirements outlined in the person specification.

If your application is not shortlisted, we will contact you by email within two weeks of the closing date to let you know the outcome of your application. We encourage you to register for future job alerts here, so we can keep you informed about other opportunities at James’ Place that may be of interest to you.

Support
If you have any queries or experience challenges with the application process, please email [email protected].

James’ Place is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community. Our aim is that no job applicant, temporary worker or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender and transgender status, race and ethnicity, religion and belief (including no belief), marriage or civil partnership status or sexual orientation.

If you have a disability or health conditions which means you'd benefit from any adjustments to the interview process to help you perform at your best, please do let us know in advance.

Any job offers made are subject to the receipt of two relevant satisfactory employment references. We expect this to include one from your most recent or current employer. Any job offers made are also subject to a satisfactory DBS check and a Right to Work in the UK check.

REF-230164

Are you ready to take the next step in your career by managing impactful partnerships and raising vital funds to support St Mungo’s mission to end homelessness?

This post is offered as a 12 month fixed term contract or secondment for internal applications until 08/11/2027 (Maternity Cover).

We are looking for a Corporate Partnerships Coordinator to join our high-performing Corporate Partnerships team, managing a portfolio of corporate partners giving significant support to fund essential services. You’ll focus on cultivating, growing, and renewing partnerships, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure a smooth supporter experience and contribute to the ambitious fundraising goals of St Mungo’s.

The role of Corporate Partnerships Coordinator (Account Management) offers a unique opportunity for personal and professional growth, with ample support to develop your skills and make a real impact on the lives of the people we serve.

In this role, you will:

• Proactively manage a portfolio of corporate partners, aiming to exceed fundraising targets.
• Lead the delivery of partnerships by coordinating with internal teams and building strong relationships with corporate contacts.
• Develop consistent account management plans and provide partners with compelling impact reports.
• Work with teams across St Mungo’s to create engagement opportunities for partners and advance St Mungo’s objectives.
• Follow fundraising best practices, adhere to St Mungo’s policies, and contribute to a supportive team culture.
• Take responsibility for line management, support and supervision for the partnerships assistant.

In this role you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Farringdon, London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo’s London or regional locations. 

About you

We’re looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, a proactive approach, and a passion for making a difference. Whether you’re seasoned in account management or have experience in a fundraising environment, you’ll thrive in this role if you can demonstrate:

• Proven experience managing a portfolio of corporate accounts, ideally within a fundraising context.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities.
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans.
• Proficiency in IT, especially Microsoft Office and databases such as Raiser’s Edge.
• Ability to provide management and supervision to staff, with a willingness to develop management skills.

We are working hard to create a diverse and fully inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and we welcome applications from all under-represented groups, particularly Global Majority candidates who are underrepresented at this management level.

How to apply

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 1 September 2026

Interview and assessments on: 9-11 September 2026

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
• A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
• Great Pay and Other Benefits

We are committed to improving diversity and inclusion across our organisation. Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and the Global Majority are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single specification. If you’re excited about the role but your experience or qualifications don’t perfectly align, we encourage you to apply anyway. We particularly encourage applications from underrepresented groups such as the global majority, LGBTQA+, those from a working-class background, and those with a disability and neurodiverse conditions.

The role:

Shakespeare's Globe is seeking an inspiring Youth Theatre and Learning Manager to manage our established Youth Theatre programme: Globe Youth Theatre | Shakespeare's Globe.

This is a truly exciting opportunity to have an educational and social impact on our cohort of c.200 Globe Youth Theatre members through your skills in arts administration and project management.

The Youth Theatre and Learning Manager position sits within the award-winning Learning team with two primary areas of responsibility:

1. Overseeing the operations of our thriving Globe Youth Theatre, which runs every Saturday during term time and, as of September 2026, will serve c.200 young people aged 8-19, with c.10 staff on site.

2.  Alongside this, the postholder also makes an important contribution to the smooth running of the wider Learning team as a line manager and part of the team’s leadership group.

NOTE: This is a programme management role, not a facilitation or session-delivery role, so you won’t be delivering sessions/workshops to the young people - sessions are delivered by our wonderful freelance Globe Education Practitioners. You will oversee the operations and quality of provision.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the schedule, staffing, and other key operations for our weekly youth theatre sessions on Saturdays for c.200 members and c.10 staff (this programme is established, so you will not need to build these from scratch, but will be responsible for ensuring their continued smooth running).
• Managing the plan and logistics for two ‘sharings’ of GYT work on the Globe’s stages.
• Driving high standards in the delivery of our key areas of impact: confidence, collaboration, new friendships, enjoyment, and performance skills.
• Line management of three direct reports: the Youth Theatre and Learning Coordinator, and two Education Administrators who sit within the wider Learning team.

For more detail on responsibilities, please see the job description.

The skills:

• A track record of working successfully in a Youth Theatre setting.
• Experience of managing direct reports with the ability to lead, motivate and inspire.
• A positive and empathetic mindset and communication style, enabling you to build rapport and work well with people.
• A demonstrable passion for helping young people to learn and broaden their horizons, especially those who experience inequality
• An anti-racist approach and mindset.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, of self, of staff, of service.

Work pattern:

• Fixed term contract for 12 months. A full set of terms and conditions will be supplied with a contract of employment.
• The work pattern for this role is Tuesday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm.
• 35 per week, exclusive of breaks, Additional hours at evenings and weekends may be required for which time in lieu may be granted. There are no extra payments for additional hours worked.
• Holiday: The annual holiday leave is 25 days per calendar year (full-time equivalent) plus Bank Holidays. One day of additional annual leave every service anniversary up to 28 days (full-time equivalent).

Key dates to know in advance:

• First round interviews: Wednesday 16th September, Thursday 17th September, Friday 18th September.
• Second round interviews: Wednesday 23rd September, Friday 25th September.
• Desired start date: Monday 12th October (notice period allowing).
• GYT Spring Sharing: Sunday 21st March 2027 on the Globe stage.
• GYT Summer Sharing: Sunday (TBC) in July 2027 on the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse stage.

The team:

The Education Department:

Education is at the heart of Shakespeare’s Globe. We run a year-round programme of activities, courses and events for schools, families, young people, universities, drama schools, scholars and the general public, both on and off-stage. Activities are aligned with values of social justice, access and Shakespeare for all, and delivered by the teams which make up this department: Learning, Education Producing, Higher Education, and Research & Collections.

The Learning Team:

The Learning team is a team of 10, which includes the Youth Theatre and Learning Manager and the Youth Theatre and Learning Coordinator. We coordinate all of Shakespeare’s Globe’s extensive activity for schools and teachers (serving over 80,000 students per year), and a range of activity for young people accessing our work outside of school settings (e.g. Globe Youth Theatre and our holiday Young Actors Courses).

To apply:

For more information, please download the job description from this page. To apply, please complete the online application form on our website by 12:00pm (midday) on Monday 7th September 2026.

Tips for your cover letter from the hiring manager:

• Be concise - no more than 2 pages, please! Ideally less!
• We want to hear about:
  • Your line-management experience and approach
  • The impact you have had on direct reports and people you have mentored or supported
  • Your experience with Youth Theatre management
  • The impact your work has had on young people and families
  • Your role in managing other relevant significant provisions or projects/programmes
  • The impact you had in these roles

This is an exciting new opportunity to help empower young people aged 8–16 to take action, build confidence and develop new skills through our youth-led programmes in schools.

The Programmes Executive will play a key role in supporting our community of primary and secondary schools throughout the school year. You will help design and deliver Bite Back in Schools, ensuring a positive and engaging experience for young people, their teachers and their schools whilst making sure the programme achieves meaningful impact.

Alongside day-to-day programme delivery, you will contribute to a range of initiatives across the organisation, including supporting an exciting collaboration with the School Food Project and helping to coordinate and support wider organisational events such as our youth residentials.

This role would suit someone who enjoys working with young people, is proactive and adaptable, and is ready to learn and grow at a leading youth-led health charity. You’ll be motivated by helping young people turn their ideas into action and seeing the difference that makes in schools and beyond.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Programme delivery 

• Schedule and organise visits to schools, agreeing agendas with the schools in advance to include meeting pupils and teachers, leading feedback sessions and focus groups and supporting the development of their social action campaigns. 

• Schedule and deliver assemblies with primary and secondary schools participating in the programme, coordinating with our Bite Back ambassadors.

• Support the School Ambassadors with travel logistics as they deliver assemblies in schools across England and Scotland.

• Deliver training and webinars for schools where necessary. 

• Maintain and regularly update programme management software and associated data to ensure accurate and up to date information for all participating primary schools.

• Ensure successful end-to-end support for the 5+ primary schools participating in the programme throughout the 26/27 school year.

• Celebrate and share examples of best practice and impactful social action projects amongst our community of schools. 

Relationship management 

• Provide ongoing support to both primary and secondary schools throughout their time on the programme, building strong working relationships with participating schools. 

• Support communication with all primary schools, providing a point of contact for the coordinator and lead teacher in each school. 

• Support monitoring and evaluation through creation of surveys, ensuring completion of baseline and end of year surveys, and analysis of data submitted (working with our Impact & Evaluation Manager).

• Provide timely responses to school queries and alert the Programmes Manager of any potential risks.

• Proactively seek feedback from teachers and young people on our programmes.

• Ensure opportunities for schools to engage in at least two one-on-one meetings with our team during the school year. 

• Build productive relationships with programme partners.

Project support 

• Help coordinate our relationship with our partners in The School Food Project, including Chefs in Schools, School Food Matters, Food Foundation & Jamie Oliver’s Group.

• Support the national rollout of the Bite Back in Schools Primary programme, translating insights and evidence from two successful pilot programmes into engaging assemblies and high-quality resources that drive effective programme delivery and impact.

• Provide support to Programme Manager in the delivery of projects, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and scope.

• Provide ad hoc input to evolving organisational requirements as directed by senior team members.

Event support 

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of Bite Back events throughout the year, including travelling as required to meet the operational needs of the Youth teams.

• Coordinate the logistical arrangements for youth residential events, including travel, accommodation and other practical requirements.

• Contribute to event planning and preparation, including resource ordering, coordination and ensuring all materials are organised and available in advance.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate would have the following:

Essential

• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders at the individual level and in representation of the organisation.

• Strong organisational and project management skills, with excellent time management, ability to manage competing priorities and attention to detail.

• Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages and language to resonate with different audiences.

• A willingness to build relationships across sectors, with young people and adults.

• Experience of creating resources which are engaging for young people.

• Experience of youth facilitation and/or delivering training.

• Experience in presenting and delivering content, ideally to young people such as an educational, heritage or other  setting, for example such as leading assemblies and workshops.

• Demonstrated experience planning and coordinating events, including logistics, stakeholder communication, and on-the-day delivery.

• Confident public speaker or willingness to learn.

• Ability to travel across England and Scotland when required (occasional).

Desirable

• Proven experience coordinating programmes in partnership with external stakeholders, fostering strong collaborative relationships to ensure successful delivery and shared outcomes.

• Experience of working with CRM systems.

• Strong understanding of the education sector and experience of working with schools and teachers.

• Experience in drafting compelling copy and uploading content to digital platforms.

• Understanding of youth social action and extracurricular programmes.

• Interest in campaigning, social justice, food, and child health.

• Experience with design tools like Canva.