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We're looking for an experienced money advice professional who is passionate about making a real difference to people's lives. You will have a minimum of two years' experience delivering money and debt advice, with the ability to support, motivate and develop others. Whether you're an experienced Team Leader or ready to take the next step in your career, you'll be committed to delivering high quality, person-centred services and achieving the best outcomes for clients. This role is about more than managing performance. It's about leading by example, supporting people experiencing financial hardship, poor mental or physical health, trauma, disability, homelessness or digital exclusion, and helping your team deliver flexible, relationship-based support. We're looking for someone who is compassionate, resilient, organised and solution-focused, with excellent communication skills and a collaborative leadership style, committed to continuous improvement and helping people build long-term financial resilience.
This role forms part of the Exeter Crisis & Resilience Fund partnership, delivered by Navigate, Churches Housing Action Team (CHAT) and Encompass Southwest – the collaboration is known as Wis£rmoney. Together, we provide a seamless service that supports residents from immediate financial crisis through to long-term resilience. Our partnership combines specialist money and debt advice, welfare benefits advice, housing support, homelessness prevention, trauma-informed practice and financial education to provide holistic support for people experiencing financial hardship. Rather than asking people to navigate multiple services, we work together to ensure they receive the right support at the right time, through a coordinated 'No Wrong Door' approach.
The Crisis & Resilience Fund Team Leader will lead the delivery of the Exeter Crisis & Resilience Service, providing operational leadership to a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, person-centred support to residents experiencing financial hardship, crisis and multiple disadvantage. The postholder will line manage Navigate's Client Liaison Officers and the Money Advice Caseworkers employed by partners Churches Housing Action Team (CHAT) and Encompass Southwest to ensure a seamless, coordinated service that supports individuals from immediate financial crisis through to long term resilience. As Navigate's operational lead for the contract, the Team Leader will foster strong partnership working, maintain effective communication across organisations and ensure clients experience a consistent 'No Wrong Door' approach. Alongside leadership responsibilities, the postholder will manage a small caseload of complex clients, delivering FCA-regulated debt advice, welfare benefits advice, advocacy and holistic financial resilience support. They will provide guidance and oversight for complex casework, ensuring clients receive timely, flexible interventions tailored to their individual circumstances.
The Team Leader will champion Wis£rmoney’s relationship-based, trauma-informed approach, recognising that financial hardship rarely exists in isolation. By supporting staff to build trusted relationships with clients, remove barriers to engagement and address the wider issues affecting financial wellbeing, the role will help residents achieve sustainable financial stability, independence and resilience. The postholder will also be responsible for ensuring the service meets all contractual, regulatory and quality requirements, monitoring performance, driving continuous improvement and embedding innovative ways of working that enhance client outcomes while maintaining the personalised support that is central to the service model.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Service Management
- Lead Wis£rmoney's delivery of the Exeter Crisis & Resilience Fund service, ensuring a high-quality, person-centred service that reflects the partnership's shared values and objectives.
- Line manage and support Client Liaison Officers (2) and Money Advice Caseworkers (2), providing regular supervision, reflective practice, coaching and annual appraisals.
- Promote a positive, supportive team culture that prioritises staff wellbeing, continuous learning and high-quality client outcomes.
- Provide guidance and support on complex casework, safeguarding concerns and risk management.
- Lead by example, demonstrating relationship-based, trauma-informed approach to supporting people experiencing financial hardship.
Specialist Casework
- Manage a small caseload of clients with complex financial circumstances requiring specialist intervention.
- Deliver FCA-regulated debt advice, welfare benefits advice, budgeting support, income maximisation and advocacy.
- Develop personalised support plans that address both immediate financial crisis and longer-term resilience.
- Negotiate with creditors, landlords, utility providers and statutory agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.
- Support clients to access appropriate debt solutions, including Debt Relief Orders and bankruptcy where appropriate.
Quality Assurance and Compliance
- Ensure all advice delivered by Wis£rmoney meets FCA requirements, Advice Quality Standard expectations and organisational policies.
- Carry out regular case reviews, file audits and quality assurance checks to maintain consistently high standards.
- Ensure accurate and timely recording of casework using AdvicePro and associated digital systems.
- Promote excellent information governance, GDPR compliance and safeguarding practice throughout the service.
- Support preparation for contract monitoring, audits and quality inspections.
Partnership Working
- Act as Navigate's operational lead within the Exeter Crisis & Resilience Fund partnership.
- Work collaboratively with Churches Housing Action Team, Encompass Southwest, Exeter City Council and other partner organisations to deliver a coordinated 'No Wrong Door' service.
- Build strong relationships with local agencies to improve referral pathways and client outcomes.
- Represent Wis£rmoney at partnership meetings, operational groups and multi-agency forums.
- Support collaborative problem-solving and contribute to the ongoing development of the partnership.
Service Delivery and Performance
- Ensure timely allocation of referrals according to client need, complexity and risk.
- Maintain oversight of client journeys, ensuring seamless transitions from crisis intervention to longer term resilience support.
- Monitor performance against contractual targets, quality standards and key performance indicators.
- Contribute to contract monitoring reports and evaluation, ensuring outcomes and impact are accurately recorded.
- Identify emerging trends, unmet need and opportunities to improve service delivery.
Outreach, Innovation and Continuous Improvement
- Promote innovative approaches that improve accessibility, efficiency and client outcomes while maintaining personalised support.
- Support the implementation of new systems, digital technologies and service improvements across the partnership.
- Encourage reflective practice and continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to strengthen processes and remove barriers for clients.
- Keep up to date with changes in legislation, regulation and best practice relating to money advice, welfare benefits and financial inclusion.
Safeguarding and Risk Management
- Ensure safeguarding policies and procedures are fully implemented across the service.
- Provide advice and escalation support for safeguarding concerns and high-risk cases.
- Promote safe working practices for staff delivering home visits, outreach and community-based support.
- Foster a culture where safeguarding, professional curiosity and client wellbeing underpin every aspect of service delivery.
Our vision is to eliminate social isolation and financial hardship.
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We're looking for people who genuinely want to make a difference. You don't need to have worked in money advice before. If you're an excellent communicator, a natural problem solver and enjoy working with people, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed. This role is about much more than providing advice. It's about building trusted relationships with people who may be experiencing financial hardship, poor mental or physical health, trauma, disability, homelessness, digital exclusion or other barriers that make accessing traditional services difficult. If you're compassionate, resilient, organised and committed to helping people rebuild their confidence and financial stability, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Purpose:
The Client Liaison Officers are the first point of contact for individuals referred into the Crisis & Resilience Service and play a vital role in ensuring people receive timely, compassionate and person-centred support. Acting as the gateway into the service, you will build trusted relationships from the very first contact, undertaking holistic assessments to understand not only an individual's financial situation but the wider circumstances affecting their wellbeing and resilience.
You will respond quickly to people experiencing financial hardship or crisis, helping to stabilise their immediate situation through income maximisation, welfare benefits advice, crisis planning and practical support. Working closely with partner organisations, you will ensure every client is connected to the right support at the right time through a coordinated 'no wrong door' approach. You will maintain regular contact with clients throughout their journey, preventing disengagement and ensuring individuals feel supported whilst awaiting ongoing casework. Through empathy, knowledge and flexibility you will remove barriers to engagement, helping clients prepare for specialist advice and supporting them to build the confidence and skills needed for long-term financial resilience.
The role combines triage, welfare benefits advice, crisis intervention, client engagement and case coordination to provide an accessible, responsive and trauma-informed service for some of the most vulnerable people in the community.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Client Engagement and Triage
· Act as the first point of contact for all referrals into the Crisis & Resilience Service.
· Contact new referrals promptly, normally within one working day wherever possible.
· Build positive, trusting relationships from the first interaction.
· Complete holistic needs assessments to understand each client's circumstances, priorities and support needs.
· Identify risks relating to homelessness, utility disconnection, enforcement action, safeguarding and financial crisis.
· Assess barriers to engagement including poor mental health, disability, trauma, digital exclusion, literacy, caring responsibilities and rural isolation.
· Undertake and maintain appropriate risk assessments, including those relating to lone working, to support and safeguard the health, safety and wellbeing of clients and staff.
· Agree preferred communication methods with each client and tailor support accordingly.
Crisis Intervention
Provide immediate practical support to help stabilise clients experiencing financial hardship by:
· Maximising household income through welfare benefits advice and applications.
· Supporting Crisis Fund applications where appropriate.
· Completing benefit entitlement calculations.
· Assisting clients to gather supporting evidence.
· Developing emergency budgets.
· Identifying priority debts.
· Negotiating with priority creditors where appropriate.
· Supporting Breathing Space applications.
· Protecting essential services including fuel and housing.
· Arranging emergency support including food, fuel and other crisis assistance where available.
Aim to stabilise urgent situations within three working days wherever possible.
Welfare Benefits Advice
· Provide high-quality welfare benefits information and advice.
· Complete benefit entitlement checks.
· Support new claims and changes of circumstances.
· Assist clients with mandatory reconsiderations and appeals where appropriate.
· Identify opportunities to maximise household income.
· Keep knowledge of welfare benefits legislation up to date.
Client Journey and Case Coordination
· Allocate clients to the most appropriate adviser based on complexity and need.
· Maintain oversight of client journeys.
· Ensure no client disengages or is lost within the system.
· Maintain regular contact with clients awaiting specialist advice.
· Support clients to engage with "Get Advice Ready" sessions to help clients prepare documentation and understand the advice process.
· Make warm referrals to partner organisations with client consent.
· Support seamless transitions between crisis intervention and longer-term casework.
Outreach and Accessibility
· Deliver support flexibly through telephone, video, secure digital communication, outreach venues and home visits where appropriate.
· Remove barriers preventing individuals from accessing advice.
· Adapt communication styles to meet individual needs.
· Promote financial education opportunities and encourage participation where appropriate.
Partnership Working
· Develop positive working relationships with partner organisations.
· Liaise with statutory agencies including housing, adult social care, DWP and health services.
· Attend multi-agency meetings where appropriate.
· Promote the "No Wrong Door" approach to service delivery.
Systems, Recording and Compliance
· Maintain accurate and timely case records using AdvicePro.
· Complete all monitoring requirements.
· Record outcomes, interventions and client progress.
· Maintain GDPR compliance.
· Use digital systems including client portals, Open Banking and automated workflows where appropriate.
· Ensure safeguarding concerns are recorded and escalated immediately.
Continuous Improvement
· Participate in supervision and reflective practice.
· Contribute ideas for improving systems and processes.
· Support service evaluation through client feedback and case studies.
· Keep professional knowledge up to date through continuous professional development.
Our vision is to eliminate social isolation and financial hardship.
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Location: UK (Remote with occasional travel)
Salary: Rest of UK - £20,012.14 London - £22,013.42
Hours: 21 hours per week
Willingness to travel for team meetings, training events and centre visits as required. Travel is funded.
MSI Reproductive Choices UK is looking for a highly organised and compassionate Complaints & Customer Services Facilitator to join our Quality & Governance Team.
This is a rare opportunity to join our Quality & Governance team and develop specialist expertise in complaints management, governance, and client experience within a leading healthcare organisation.
The successful candidate will benefit from dedicated one-to-one training, coaching and support from our experienced Quality & Customer Services Manager, gaining valuable knowledge and practical experience in complaint investigations, medico-legal processes, organisational learning and quality improvement. This role offers an exceptional platform for professional development and would suit someone looking to grow their career in governance, quality, patient experience, customer services or healthcare management.
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive, values-driven environment where your contribution is recognised and rewarded:
Financial Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Up to 5% employer pension contribution
- Fast expense reimbursement (within 10 days)
Work-Life Balance
- 25 days annual leave + your birthday off
- Family-friendly policies
Rewards & Perks
- Long service recognition
- Discounts at 4,000+ retailers via Blue Light Card
Health & Wellbeing
- 24/7 GP access
- Employee Assistance Programme
Career Development
- Paid training and development
- Accredited apprenticeships
- Clear progression pathways
Key Responsibilities
- Formal Complaints Management: Support the investigation, documentation, and resolution of formal complaints, ensuring timely and compassionate responses.
- Evidence Gathering & Analysis: Review clinical records, staff statements, call transcripts, policies, and other relevant information to support investigations.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Work collaboratively with clinical, operational, and senior leadership teams to support investigations and share learning outcomes.
- Medico-Legal Claims: Assist in gathering documentation, statements, and evidence to support claims management and reporting.
- Police & Legal Requests: Support the management of police requests, legal enquiries, and information disclosures in line with legislation and governance requirements.
- Information Governance: Maintain accurate records and ensure all disclosures comply with data protection and safeguarding principles.
- Quality Improvement: Analyse complaints and claims data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for service improvement.
- Governance Reporting: Prepare reports and information for governance groups and organisational committees.
- Learning & Improvement: Share findings and lessons learned with management teams to support continuous improvement across services.
- Client-Centred Communication: Ensure communications with complainants are clear, empathetic, and professional at all times.
- Advice & Support: Provide guidance to colleagues on complaint handling, best practice, and quality standards.
Skills & Experience
- Experience managing formal complaints within a healthcare, regulatory, legal, or other high-risk environment.
- Experience supporting or managing medico-legal claims.
- Strong understanding of information governance, data protection, and disclosure processes.
- Ability to conduct thorough investigations and present balanced, evidence-based findings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Confident engaging with multidisciplinary teams, senior leaders, and external agencies.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft 365 applications and case management systems.
- Knowledge of quality, governance, regulatory compliance, or safeguarding processes would be advantageous.
- Understanding of NHS governance or patient safety frameworks would be beneficial.
Join MSI UK and help transform client feedback into meaningful improvements that strengthen the quality, safety, and experience of care for every client.
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Would you like to make a lasting difference in the lives of children affected by domestic abuse? Join an award-winning trauma recovery service provider that is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and families.
Bounce Back for Kids (BB4K) is a lifeline for children healing from the trauma of domestic abuse and we’ve expanded our service into Oxfordshire.
We are looking for a Service Lead and a Support Worker to join our team on a fixed term contract to help guide children and families on their healing journey.
Position: Bounce Back for Kids (BB4K) Service Lead
Fixed term full time – 37 hours per week, weekdays
Location: Oxford or Reading with frequent travel. Role covers casework activity across Oxfordshire.
Salary range: £35,502 to £43,389 per annum
Position: Bounce Back for Kids (BB4K) Support Worker
Fixed term part time – 18.5 hours per week, weekdays.
Location: Oxford with frequent travel. Role covers casework activity across Oxfordshire area including Cherwell, West Oxfordshire and the wider Oxfordshire area.
Salary range: £13,254 - £16,199 pro-rata per annum (full time equivalent range £26,508 to £32,397 per annum)
About the roles:
As a Service Lead you will play a significant role in supporting children and families affected by domestic abuse, some of your key responsibilities will be to:
· support our families through providing outreach support
· deliver group work for children and parents
· provide 1-2-1 sessions to children and families most in need
· lead a dedicated team of Support Workers
· ensure BB4K activities are planned, coordinated and deliver effectively and manage caseload across the team
As a Support Worker you will play a significant role in supporting children and families affected by domestic abuse, some of your key responsibilities will be to:
· complete assessments to understand the needs of families
· deliver group work for children and parents
· provide 1-2-1 sessions to children and families most in need
· support our families through providing outreach support
About you:
A successful Service Lead will have professional expertise in the field of domestic abuse and hold a qualification or professional experience in social care or childcare support work.
You’ll be experienced at managing a team with effective interpersonal skills to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders and colleagues. You’ll also have experience of working with vulnerable parents and/or children in a range of community settings and adept at delivering groupwork programmes.
A successful Support Worker will need a good understanding of domestic abuse and the impact on children and families (or an interest in working in this field), with experience of delivering groupwork programmes for vulnerable parents and/or children.
If this sounds like you please visit our website and apply today to join a collaborative and dedicated team who are part of something truly meaningful. You will also find contact details for an informal chat about the role on our website.
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those with personal lived experience of domestic abuse or from underrepresented communities, who meet the essential role requirements.
For more information about our BB4K service please visit the Bounce Back 4 Kids page on our website
Closing date: Midday on Thursday 27 August 2026
Early applications are encouraged as we may review and appoint on an earlier basis if a successful candidate is secured.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Family Support Worker, Family Key Worker, Children’s Support Worker, Domestic Abuse Support Worker, Domestic Abuse Key Worker, Recovery Worker, Assistant Support Worker, IDVA Independent Domestic Violence Advocate, ISVA Independent Sexual Violence Advocate, Family Support Team Leader, Family Key Worker Team Leader, Family Support Manager, Children’s Support Team Leader, Children’s Support Manager, Domestic Abuse Support Team Leader, Domestic Abuse Support Manager etc.
Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do at PACT. We have robust measures and best practices in place to safeguard and protect the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we take pride in maintaining outstanding safeguarding standards.
Anyone joining our team is subject to PACT’s safer recruitment pre-appointment enquiries, including a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). The role description provides information on what our safer recruitment enquiries include and the level of DBS required to work in the role.
All opportunities with PACT are based in the UK.
an adoption charity and family support provider helping hundreds of families every year through outstanding adoption and adoption support services

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For over 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported service leavers, veterans and their families in building successful civilian careers. We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service or reason for leaving.
By working for FEC, you will become part of a vibrant team living the Charity's values: Expert, Supportive, Passionate, Open and Honest, Resilient and Collaborative.
Op NOVA is a specialist programme delivered by the Forces Employment Charity that supports veterans that are in contact with, or at risk of entering, the criminal justice system. This support is delivered across the UK through NOVA Scotland, NOVA Wales and NOVA Northern Ireland.
Brief role description
The Nova Support Team (NST) Client Advisor plays a key role in the NOVA Support Team, acting as the first point of contact for veterans who have served in the UK armed forces and are at risk of, or are involved in, the criminal justice system. They provide timely initial advice, guidance and support, assess individual needs and connect veterans to appropriate services.
The role includes receiving and triaging referrals, making prompt first contact, completing initial registrations and maintaining accurate and detailed records on the case management system to support effective casework.
Who we're looking for
We are seeking a compassionate and people-focused individual who can build trust and communicate clearly while supporting veterans with a range of complex needs.
You will have experience and guiding and supporting individuals with strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to provide accurate advice and direction. You will also be highly organised, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple cases effectively while handling sensitive information with professionalism and care.
You will be proactive, IT confident and able to work both independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will also bring an understanding of the justice system, experience using Salesforce, or a similar CRM system, and a resilient, adaptable approach.
This is a fixed term position for about 2 years. The contract end date will be confirmed at the offer stage.
Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Check out our website.
Eager to know more about the role? Have a look at the Job Description.
What's in it for you? Check out our Benefits.
Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by Sunday, 16 August 2026.
Got questions about the role? Get in touch with the People Team at the Forces Employment Charity.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made the People Team aware before applying.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.
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We provide life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their spouses, partners and Children


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About Working Well Trust
Working Well Trust is a mental health and employment charity in London. All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, learning disabilities and/or complex issues through training and employment.
We are recruiting for a new Service Manager role to support Upskill, Employment Hub and Kingston Supported Employment services. This is a full-time, permanent role working 35 hours per week; we will consider applications for 28 hours/4 days.
What you’ll be doing
You will provide collaborative and motivational leadership, ensuring our services deliver agreed outcomes while maintaining a client-led approach.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing day-to-day operations and resolving issues as they arise.
- Leading service planning, implementation and delivery in line with contractual requirements.
- Building relationships with health, employment, community and funding partners.
- Monitoring contractual outcomes, delivery timescales, quality standards and key performance indicators.
- Representing Working Well Trust at contract performance meetings.
- Supporting Team Leads to develop performance and quality improvement plans.
- Using audits, reviews and client feedback to improve service quality.
- Working with the Finance Manager and budget holders to support effective budget management.
- Ensuring accurate data collection and completion of contract monitoring reports.
- Supporting staff wellbeing, occupational health cases, reasonable adjustments and effective attendance management.
- Providing senior management cover and supporting safeguarding and risk escalation.
- Recruiting, supervising and developing Team Leads alongside the HR Advisor.
- Promoting consistent induction, supervision, appraisal, training and continuous learning.
- Working with senior colleagues on organisational strategy, business planning, co-production and cross-service improvements.
What you’ll need
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Experience managing employment support, community or comparable services.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Experience monitoring contracts, performance, quality and service outcomes.
- Confidence working with funders, partners and senior stakeholders.
- The ability to analyse data and use it to improve services.
- Sound judgement when managing wellbeing, performance, safeguarding and operational risk.
- A collaborative, organised and client-focused approach.
- Commitment to Working Well Trust’s values, policies and procedures.
What we offer
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30 days annual leave plus public holidays (FTE)
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Paid company closed days at the end of the year (FTE)
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Flexible, paid Wellbeing Hour every fortnight (FTE)
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6% employer pension contribution
Working Well Trust is an equal opportunities employer and Confident about Disabilities.
What’s next
Before you apply, please note the following:
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We actively recruit and carefully review all applications. Due to rapid service expansion, we have onboarded 20 external hires in the last six months.
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To ensure we can best support the people and communities we serve, we progress applications only where candidates provide meaningful answers to the screening questions.
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Career development is real here: in the past year, 10 colleagues have progressed internally into Senior roles, Project Lead, Team Lead, and Operations Manager positions. We value ambition and celebrate progression.
If you are ready to help us build a service that supports people into meaningful work, click Apply to submit your CV and answer the screening questions. Telephone and final interviews will be confirmed.
Start your application today and take the next step in a rewarding career.
Please upload your CV and answer the screening questions, the cover letter is an optional addition. Please make sure you have highlighted in your application how you meet the person specification for this position.
At Working Well Trust, our mission is to support people experiencing mental health challenges and/or are neurodiverse on their employment journey.
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About Medair UK
Medair is a Christian humanitarian organisation that responds to conflict, disease, and disaster so that the world’s most vulnerable and hard-to reach people can live with dignity and hope. Medair UK is an affiliate of the Swiss-based humanitarian organisation, Medair International.
Together, we work in some of the world's most remote and challenging environments. In 2025, despite significant pressures across the humanitarian sector, Medair supported more than 3.6 million people across 13 countries through life-saving health, nutrition, water, sanitation, shelter and cash assistance programmes. From responding to cholera outbreaks in South Sudan and supporting communities affected by conflict in Sudan, DR Congo and Lebanon, to delivering emergency relief following natural disasters in Madagascar and Myanmar, our teams continued to reach people in greatest need with compassion, professionalism and perseverance.
About the Role/Role and Responsibilities
An excellent opportunity has arisen to join the Medair UK team as we are seeking a part-time Head of Operations. The post holder will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of Medair UK's finance, HR, IT and governance functions, ensuring robust systems, effective controls, and compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. They will support the Medair UK Director and Board of Trustees to ensure effective governance and management of the charity in accordance with best practice and ensure a sustainable operational platform is in place to support all Medair UK’s functions. The Head of Operations will contribute to organisational strategy, culture and decision-making, while also taking a practical and proactive role in the day-to-day delivery of operational activities. They will help lead, support and develop the culture of Medair UK, promoting its values and Christian-distinctiveness internally and externally.
About you
You will be a highly organised and experienced, strategic and hands-on operational leader who can provide strong oversight of finance, governance, HR, IT and office management within a growing charity. You will have significant experience in financial and operational management, with a sound understanding of charity finance, governance and regulatory compliance and UK employment law. You will be an effective people manager and leader, with strong communication, planning and problem-solving skills. You will be adaptable, able to manage multiple priorities, work to deadlines, and demonstrate a genuine commitment to Medair’s Christian values, mission and humanitarian purpose.
Key Activity Areas
Financial Management and Reporting
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Lead the charity’s financial management, ensuring accurate records, robust controls and effective financial processes.
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Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management, in collaboration with the Director to support strategic planning and financial sustainability.
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Manage reserves and organisational funds, ensuring effective stewardship, appropriate cost recovery, timely grant transfers and compliance with donor and regulatory requirements.
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Prepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts, financial reports and performance analysis to support informed decision-making.
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Lead the production of statutory accounts and manage the annual external audit process.
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Ensure compliance and best practice with regard to legal and other regulatory bodies, including data protection and the timely submission of accounts and other returns.
Human Resource Management
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Lead and oversee all HR operations, including the recruitment, onboarding and retention of staff and volunteers.
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Ensure compliance with employment legislation and organisational policies through effective management and administration of contracts, HR records, payroll, pensions and employee benefits.
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Manage employee lifecycle processes, including inductions, appraisals, performance reviews and professional development planning.
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Maintain accurate HR records and oversee attendance, leave, sickness and other employee-related processes in line with organisational policies.
Leadership, Governance and Organisational Development
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Lead organisational operational planning and risk management, ensuring Medair UK has the systems, processes and resources required to deliver its strategic objectives.
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Maintain the corporate risk register and support the Board with governance, compliance and reporting requirements.
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Support the Director and Board of Trustees through the provision of financial, operational and governance advice, contributing to organisational effectiveness and long-term sustainability.
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Own the organisation’s policy framework, maintaining the policy register and ensuring the timely revision, review and compliance of all policies.
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Foster a healthy organisational culture that reflects Medair's Christian values and supports staff wellbeing, engagement and development.
IT & Office Management
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Oversee the IT infrastructure, managing the procurement, installation and ongoing maintenance of IT hardware, systems and software liaising with the IT department at the Medair International Global Support Office (GSO) in Switzerland as appropriate.
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Lead the development, administration and optimisation of Salesforce , other fundraising platforms and related system integrations to support fundraising, donor engagement and organisational objectives, liaising with the IT department in GSO
Switzerlandas appropriate.
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Manage the Salesforce system configuration, enhancements, user access and upgrades, ensuring the platform remains effective and reliable.
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Drive the continuous improvement of Salesforce systems, processes and data management practices, ensuring high standards of data quality, security and operational efficiency.Implement system enhancements, streamline processes and carry out regular data quality, integrity and cleansing checks to ensure accurate, consistant and reliable data.
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Provide training, guidance and user support on Salesforce and Campaign Monitor to maximise staff capability and system adoption.
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Ensure a fully functioning office base which enables Medair UK to deliver its operational activities in the most efficient and effective manner.
Tasks common to all staff
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Act as an ambassador for Medair UK at all times when liaising externally and internally
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Ensure consistent implementation of the Medair brand across all relevant activities
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Record information as necessary and comply at all times with requirements for handling personal / sensitive data
Qualifications - DESIRABLE
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Vocational qualification in business or financial management / administration desirable
Languages
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Excellent English (spoken and written).
Experience / Competencies – ESSENTIAL
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Significant experience in financial and office administration
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Understanding of UK finance and governance and employment law
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Proficient in finance packages, ideally Quickbooks
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Proficient in fundraising or other database(s), ideally Salesforce and Campaign Monitor
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Experience of Microsoft Office solutions, with proficiency in Excel, Word, Internet and email use.
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Effective people manager and strong leadership skills
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Ability to handle a wide and varied workload, with tight deadlines and competing priorities.
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Capable planner, problem-solver and clear communicator.
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Inspired by and in full agreement with Medair’s Christian values and ethos
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Willing to contribute to the spiritual life of the team including prayer meetings
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Willingness to be flexible in terms of hours worked at occasional, but inevitable moments of crisis
Experience / Competencies – DESIRABLE
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Experience of charity leadership and governance
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Experience in relief / development work
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Understanding of Humanitarian Issues
Salary: £47,000 - £52,000
Closing date: Wednesday 12th August, 5pm. Interviews to be held on Wednesday 2nd or Thursday 3rd September.
Workplace:Medair UK office is based in Kennington, London. There is possibility to adopt hybrid working, but with a minimum of 2 days/wk in the office.
Contract Details: Part-Time (3 days 0.6 FTE), permanent
Direct Reports: Operations Support Officer
Only those eligible to work in the UK can apply.
NOTE: In order to maintain the organisation’s Christian ethos, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the holder of this Medair UK position to be a committed Christian.
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Lambeth North, London
Our Vacancy
North East London Region
Are you an experienced people leader with a background in support services, wellbeing, advice, advocacy or community-based support?
We're looking for an empathetic and inspiring Advice & Wellbeing Team Lead to manage a team of five Advice & Wellbeing Specialists delivering person-centred support to residents across our North-East region. This role is based on the leadership responsibilities described within the role profile and includes oversight of service delivery, complex cases, safeguarding, referrals and team performance.
About the role
You'll lead a specialist team providing holistic advice, wellbeing and advocacy support to residents. You'll oversee referrals, triage and caseload management, ensuring residents receive the right support at the right time.
You'll provide regular supervision, coaching and wellbeing support to colleagues, creating an inclusive and high-performing team culture where people can thrive.
Working closely with internal teams, local authorities, charities and community organisations, you'll build strong partnerships that improve outcomes for residents and strengthen our local support offer.
This is a hands-on leadership role and, where required, you'll support complex cases and undertake joint visits with residents as well as supporting community wellbeing hub delivery.
What we're looking for
We're keen to hear from candidates with experience in:
- Leading and developing support services teams.
- Managing performance, supervision and colleague wellbeing.
- Supporting vulnerable residents with complex needs.
- Safeguarding, risk management and case oversight.
- Managing referrals, caseloads and service delivery.
- Building effective partnerships across voluntary, statutory or community sectors.
- Delivering holistic, person-centred support services.
- An empathetic and authentic leader who sets high standards, builds trust, supports colleague wellbeing and leads by example, consistently demonstrating our values: Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Keep Our Promises, Get Things Done, and Do What You Say You're Going to Do.
Why join us?
You'll be joining a service that is passionate about helping residents flourish in their homes and communities. You'll have the opportunity to shape service delivery, influence local partnerships and lead a team that makes a genuine difference every day.
Here’s what you’ll get when you join us:
- Flexible and hybrid working
- 30 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Up to 10% pension contribution, matched 1:1
- Two additional paid volunteering days each year
- Flexible benefits scheme, including options for healthcare, dental care, and more
What to expect from our recruitment process
We’re committed to a fair, inclusive, and transparent recruitment process.
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Interviews/assessment will be held in person on the 13/14 August in our Westminster Bridge Road Office.
Please read before you apply
- You must have the right to work in the UK; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.
- We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
- This role will require an Enhanced DBS check.
- You'll support complex cases and undertake joint resident residents with your specialists.
- Hybrid working – minimum 2 office-based days per week
- North-East Region covers Islington, Hackney and Tower Hamlets
If you're an inclusive, values-driven leader who is passionate about supporting both residents and colleagues to thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV, answer some questions and complete a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for the Advice & Wellbeing Team Lead role.
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Citizens Advice Woking is seeking a Community Outreach Adviser to join our new three-year National Lottery Community Fund project supporting residents in the Canalside area.
This community-based role will provide free, independent and impartial advice on issues including welfare benefits, debt, housing and energy. You will deliver outreach sessions, build strong relationships with local residents, community groups and partner organisations, and help improve access to advice for people who may face barriers to traditional services.
Working closely with South Asian communities and other residents whose first language may not be English, you will help ensure our services are inclusive, accessible and responsive to local needs. You will also work alongside volunteers and local organisations to develop the project through a co-production approach, empowering communities and creating lasting positive change.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about making a real difference and helping people improve their financial resilience, wellbeing and independence.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Leader (ISVA/IDVA/ISAC) to lead a team delivering high-quality, specialist support services across London as part of the Safe Horizons partnership. This role will involve hybrid working with travel across the London area as required.
Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it?
Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care?
If yes, then we'd love to hear from you…
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
As a Team Leader, you will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, outcome-focused services to victims of crime, while managing and supporting a team of frontline staff. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with service specifications, maintaining performance standards, and driving continuous improvement.
You will work collaboratively with the Operations Manager and wider management team to develop services and maximise positive outcomes for clients.
As a Team Leader, you will:
- Lead, motivate and support a team of frontline staff to deliver excellent victim-centred services.
- Manage team performance, including case allocation, audits, and monitoring KPIs and quality standards.
- Ensure accurate and compliant case recording and reporting through case management systems.
- Oversee safeguarding practices, providing advice and guidance on complex or high-risk cases.
- Analyse data and trends to effectively manage caseloads and resources.
- Support staff to carry out risk and impact assessments and manage challenging situations.
- Lead recruitment, induction, supervision, and ongoing development of team members.
- Build and maintain effective partnerships with statutory and voluntary sector organisations.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and professional development.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection, and organisational policies and procedures.
About You
You will be an experienced leader with a passion for supporting victims and driving high-quality service delivery. You will be confident in managing performance, handling complex situations, and supporting staff in a demanding environment.
You will need:
- Strong understanding of the criminal justice system and the impact of crime on victims.
- Experience in managing or supervising staff within a service delivery environment.
- Proven ability to manage performance, analyse data, and meet targets.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, challenging environment with a focus on service excellence.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with a range of stakeholders.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, confidentiality, and relevant legislation.
- Ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands effectively.
- Competent IT skills, including case management systems and Microsoft Office.
About Us
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
At London City Mission we are passionate about sharing the love of God and the good news of Jesus Christ with the least reached in London, and to do this in partnership with churches.
Bridge House is a new Christian community-based homelessness prevention project that bridges the gap between being at risk of eviction and long-term stable housing.It works, particularly with men from displaced backgrounds providing short-term accommodation and holistic support in partnership with local churches for up to 10 men who are at risk of homelessness.
Through practical, emotional, spiritual, and community-based support, Bridge House helps residents build stability and transition successfully into independent living and integrate into life in the UK.
We are looking for a full-time Project Leader to lead this exciting new ministry at Bridge House.
About You:
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You are passionate about working with marginalised people and providing the support required to enable genuine lifestyle change.
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You are passionate about partnership with Churches and sharing the love of Jesus with all those we work with.
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You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, whilst being able to work on your own initiative, think creatively and act with the utmost integrity.
About the Role:
Project Leader – Bridge House
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You will work as part of a mission team to confidently lead and develop Bridge House supported housing project.
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You will manage the Bridge House support team to develop individual client led support plans for each resident and in providing one to one support for those individuals, always maintaining a high standard of care while also taking on a caseload of residents to support yourself.
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You will maintain an atmosphere where positive change and growth is encouraged and a place where tenants can take positive steps that will enable them to move on and lead independent and responsible lives.
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You will share the love of Christ and take opportunities for sharing the gospel with the guests
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You will assess prospective residents’ suitability to the project.
Salary: £37,720 plus benefits
Location: Bridge House, London Bridge
Working Hours: Full-time (40 hours inclusive of lunch breaks)
Contract: Fixed-Term - 24 months
There is an occupational requirement that the person appointed be an evangelical Christian.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We recognise that men are currently underrepresented within this ministry project and, as part of our commitment to building a diverse team, we particularly encourage applications from men. Appointments will be made on merit.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 13th August 2026 at 12noon
TO APPLY
Please take care to read the guidance notes on the application form before completing.
Interviews will be held on Monday 24th August 2026.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Bank Workers Charity
We’re the charity for past and present bank employees and their families – here when life gets tough.
Every year, we help thousands of people navigate challenges like financial problems, mental health concerns, housing issues and more. We do that through free, confidential support-from expert advice and specialist referrals to financial grants.
We believe everyone deserves support when they need it most and we work hard to make sure that happens. If you care about making a real difference to people’s lives, you’ll be in good company
About the role
We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Interim Visiting Caseworker to join our Services & Grants team for 12 months. This home-based role will support clients across the North West of England, with regular travel to meet clients and work with partners.
You will manage a varied caseload, complete in-depth assessments by phone, video call or face to face, and provide practical advice, advocacy and ongoing support to clients experiencing crisis, distress, financial difficulty, disability, long-term health conditions or other complex challenges.
Key responsibilities
- Assess client needs and agree tailored support plans.
- Provide advice and guidance on welfare benefits, budgeting, housing, employment, care, debt and wellbeing.
- Support benefit checks, mandatory reconsiderations and appeals where appropriate.
- Prepare clear case notes and grant reports and maintain accurate records.
- Work with statutory agencies, partners and referral organisations to secure the right support for clients.
- Follow safeguarding, confidentiality, data protection and lone working procedures at all times.
About you
You will have significant experience supporting people in distress or crisis, including people living with disability, long-term health conditions or complex personal circumstances.
You will be confident managing a caseload, assessing needs, prioritising effectively and building trust while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
- Strong knowledge of welfare benefits and client support services.
- Excellent communication, administration and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work independently from home and travel regularly across the North West.
- Willingness to travel to London at least once a month, and more often where required.
- Experience of grant administration, partnership working, CRM systems or benefit appeals would be advantageous.
What we offer
We’ve put a lot of energy into being a great place to work. We’re proud of our supportive culture and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. There are plenty of learning opportunities, and as a wellbeing charity we aim to be a leader in wellbeing support for our people.
Our benefits include
- 28 days holiday, plus statutory bank holidays
- 8% employer contribution to Bank Workers Charity’s pension scheme and up to 3% matched with employee contributions
- A wide range of employer funded wellbeing experiences through Heka
- Flexible benefit provision (including Bupa plan, cycle to work, payroll giving and electric car scheme)
- Group Life Cover (three times annual salary)
- Weekly wellbeing half hour
- Employee Assistance Programme
If you are a skilled caseworker who can quickly build relationships, provide practical and compassionate support, and make a meaningful difference to people facing challenging circumstances, we would welcome your application.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you an experienced IDVA, ready to work with a creative and dynamic team, advocating for women, families and the LGBT+ community who have experienced Domestic Abuse? Then join us to lead a team of specialist caseworkers, supporting survivors to address practical issues and empower them in their recovery!
The RISE Team Leader will be a skilled independent domestic and sexual violence advocate who will oversee a small team of case and group workers as well as managing Helpline volunteers. She will be a qualified IDVA and ISVA or be willing to complete the accreditations in the first six months in post.
She will hold a caseload of her own and coordinate a team providing support and guidance through a range of interventions and support offers working closely with an experienced Manager and other Team Leaders. Together with their team they will build, maintain and create links to deliver survivor-focused, trauma aware/ responsive support to help survivors and their family to cope and recover.
They will be the lead on developing, implementing and coordinating the Helpline, Casework and Projects with day-to-day practice oversight of staff and volunteers. The Team Leader will work co-operatively and flexibly alongside RISE colleagues providing expert input and contributing to the effective running of the organisation as a whole.
This post is subject to a DBS check.
The deadline for applications is: 2nd August 2026
Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing 10th August 2026
* This post is only open to female applicants as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
The successful candidate will join a highly regarded women-led, women-centred, and trauma-informed charity with almost 30-years track record in violence against women and girls (VAWG) and LGBT Domestic Abuse.
RISE is committed to ending racism and has signed up to the Ending Racism in VAWG commitments.
We are committed to actively holding anti-racist values and practices and nurturing the contributions from Black and minoritised women within the sector so that Black and minoritised leadership can grow.
RISE is a Disability Confident Employer.
Benefits that we can offer in return:
- 3% employer contribution pension.
- Generous holiday entitlement of 27 days’ annual leave rising to 29 after 5 years plus bank holidays.
- Employee Assistance programme.
- Focus on well-being and balancing flexible working alongside RISE’s priorities.
- Committed to training and learning opportunities for continuous development.
- Trauma focussed wellbeing support.
We really look forward to hearing from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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QCCA has served Camden’s communities for more than 40 years.
Today we support more than 3,000 local residents every year through:
- Youth Services
- Older People’s Services
- Advice & Advocacy
- Family Support
- Two successful children’s nurseries
- Community facilities
- Health and wellbeing programmes
- Employment and skills initiatives
With an annual income approaching £2 million, multiple community sites and exciting plans for further growth, we’re investing in a modern finance function that supports excellent decision-making and long-term sustainability.
Why This Role Is Different
This isn’t a traditional Finance Manager role.
Yes, you’ll oversee management accounts, budgets and audit preparation.
But you’ll also have the opportunity to:
- Transform our finance systems.
- Lead our migration from QuickBooks to Xero.
- Introduce smarter digital processes.
- Improve financial reporting.
- Build dashboards that help managers make better decisions.
- Work directly with the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.
- Influence organisational strategy.
- Help shape the future of one of Camden’s leading community charities.
You’ll have the freedom to improve how we work—not simply maintain existing processes.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll provide strategic financial leadership while leading the modernisation of QCCA’s finance systems.
Working closely with our Chief Executive and Senior Management Team, you’ll:
- Lead the migration from QuickBooks to Xero (or an agreed cloud accounting platform).
- Produce insightful monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Develop budgets, forecasts and financial models.
- Present financial information to Trustees and senior managers.
- Improve financial systems, controls and reporting.
- Introduce automation and digital workflows.
- Support commercial income generation and grant-funded projects.
- Lead the annual audit process.
- Line manage and develop our Finance Assistants.
- Help build a finance function fit for the future.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who enjoys making organisations better.
You’ll probably have experience of:
- Charity finance.
- Management accounting.
- Budgeting and forecasting.
- Audit preparation.
- Financial controls.
- Cloud accounting systems (Xero experience is highly desirable).
- Leading change and improving systems.
- Supporting non-finance managers.
- Working collaboratively with senior leaders and Trustees.
Most importantly, you’ll be someone who enjoys solving problems, embracing technology and helping organisations grow.
We ask you to apply by sending us your CV and cover letter (2 pages) demonstrating your experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Salary: up to £41,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications
Contract Type: Permanent
Working hours: full-time at 40 hours per week; shift work between 7am-10pm including weekends, bank holidays and occasional sleep-ins
Sleep-ins: £50. Enhanced hourly rates for overtime and bank holidays.
Location: East Croydon
closest station is Sanderstead Station, CR2 - one stop after East Croydon on the Southern Railway.
Are you a Team Leader looking for your next challenge?
We have a fantastic opportunity to join St Christopher's fellowship as a Team Leader for our new specialist Children’s home in Croydon. You will work alongside the Registered Manager and Deputy Manager to lead and support a professional team of staff committed to transforming young lives and creating positive outcomes. You will be supported by experienced Residential Practitioners, as well as our Wrap Around and Education Teams.
About Us
Our vision is for every child and young person to be safe, loved and happy, to achieve their potential and have a bright future.
St Christopher's is a leading charity for children and young people. We are proud of our history of providing fostering, children's homes and innovative leaving care services across the UK & Isle of Man. We have a passionate commitment to our young people, placing them at the centre of everything we do. We provide positive life experiences for young people who are unable to sustain a placement in their parental or foster home.
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, and gender-diverse identities.
Visit our website and watch our short video to gain an insight into our working life here at St Christopher’s.
About the Role
As Team Leader, you will be directly involved in managing a 4 bed specialist short stay Home and looking after children aged 12 to 18 years old with complex needs; including Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Mental Health Disorders, Substance Dependencies and Learning Disabilities.
Whether shift leading or joining in with daily activities, you will also share in the leadership of the team, helping to develop staff by modelling high standards of professionalism.
St Christopher’s Academy
At St Christopher`s we can offer you a career where you can develop your skills and knowledge while making a difference to young people’s lives.
When you join St Christopher’s, we will set you up in your career with a tailored development plan. Whether you want to move across to a different service, become a Manager or just explore further your current role, we will support you to map out your career trajectory and help you achieve your professional ambitions. If you want to learn more about St Christopher’s Academy, please visit our website.
Check out our staff stories on our website to see how you can develop your career with us
We are proud that 84% of all our Team Leaders, Deputies and Managers are internal promotions.
The successful candidate will have:
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Child Care or equivalent
- GCSE English and Maths grades A-C.
- One year’s experience working at a level of responsibility with children and young people in a residential setting.
- An understanding of the regulatory framework relating to the provision of residential services for children and young people.
- Good understanding of the needs and risks regarding children in care.
- An understanding of trauma informed practice.
- Experience of taking on leadership responsibilities in a teamwork setting.
- Ability to build genuine and trusting relationships with young people maintaining at all times high personal and professional standards.
- Excellent communication and team working skills.
- Ability to work shifts, including alternate weekend working and occasional sleep ins.
In return we offer:
- Salary up to £41,000 per annum depending on experience and qualifications.
- A friendly working environment, a fun, open and honest culture.
- 25 days holiday rising to 27 days after 3 years’ service, plus Bank Holidays, pro-rata.
- Industry leading training programme including access to level 3 qualifications, children’s right and participation, CSE, empowerment, mental health and social pedagogy.
- Contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity and company sick scheme.
- UK Life Assurance (Death in service) to the value of 3 times your annual salary.
- BUPA employee assistance programme, offering counselling, financial advice and legal support.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Bluelight card; discount shopping scheme at hundreds of retailers across the UK.
- Discretionary funded training programs.
- Employee awards based on performance and length of service.
- Fantastic opportunities to develop your career within our range of services.
Recruitment Process
At St Christopher’s we are committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people in our care. During the recruitment process you will be expected to complete an online application form to ensure we capture essential information to meet legislation, best practice and vetting requirements.
Applicants will ideally already be on the DBS Update Service; if this is not the case St Christopher's will carry out a DBS (police) check prior to starting.
For your application to be reviewed, it must include a supporting statement addressing the criteria stated in the Person Specification. Please note that CV’s will not be accepted.
For the full Job Description and Person Specification please visit our website.
For more information or assistance during the application process, please contact us via our website.
First stage- interviews will be held at our head office in Putney.
Second stage- successful candidates will be invited to a second stage interview at one of our services.
We advise to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and this opportunity might be filled before the stated closing date.
Please note:
- This post has a minimum age restriction of 21 year for roles working directly with children and young people in our residential and supported accommodation Homes in line with the Equality Act ‘occupational requirement’.
- It is illegal to apply for any role that involves working with children and young people under the age of 18, if you know you are barred from working with children.
- All shortlisted candidates invited to interview will be asked to submit a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form which will need to be returned prior to an interview being booked
We are a leading charity for children and young people, providing fostering, children's homes and leaving care services across the UK and Isle of Man



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