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Bromley Recovery and Wellbeing College (BRWC) runs a curriculum of free peer and professional-led workshops and courses across the borough of Bromley. Our aim is to enable students to achieve greater insight into their own mental wellbeing and gain skills to help them achieve personal goals, independence and self-management of their own mental health.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Bromley Recovery and Wellbeing College Manager to join SEL Mind on a one year fixed-term basis. You will be a strategic planner, responsible for reviewing, implementing and managing the significant development of Bromley’s Recovery and Wellbeing College (BRWC) You will design and oversee the delivery of quality-assured courses in response to wider local need, providing equity in opportunities and lead on delivering a successful shared vision for the BRWC. The role comes with line management responsibility for a BRWC Coordinator and an administrator, ensuring operational support for the day to day delivery and efficient running of the college as well as support for tutors and students.
You will work closely alongside SEL Mind colleagues as well as our Bromley Mental Health Hub partners Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust. You will also use strong partnership working skills to collaborate with stakeholders across the borough.
You will have experience of successfully delivering learning to others and of line management in a busy, fast paced environment. A strategic, proactive approach to problem solving and planning as well as excellent organisational skills are a must. Confidence to communicate effectively with a wide range of people is also required.
Hybrid working is considered in line with our policies and needs of the service. Occasional out-of-hours work is required to support the team delivering courses outside of core office hours.
Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing date: Monday 14h July (11:59pm)
Likely interview date: Thursday 31st July
We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications.
About Us
SEL Mind supports people with mental health problems and dementia in the boroughs of Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. We are proud of our diverse workforce and know that our organisation is made stronger by the variety of backgrounds, experience, and ideas within it. We promote a culture of inclusion and representation, and are working hard to build a workforce that even better reflects the communities we support.
SEL Mind is somewhere that you can be your authentic self without fear of discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, gender, age, lived experience of mental health problems or anything else that’s part of who you are.
Read more about staff benefits and why staff love working here on our website.
We work to be there when it matters for people living with mental health problems and dementia in Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark




Who are we?
London Gypsies and Travellers (LGT) is an organisation that challenges social exclusion and discrimination, working for change in partnership with Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller people. We work with families across London Boroughs, including those living on council caravan sites, roadside camps, in bricks and mortar housing, and those experiencing homelessness.
Our Bright Futures programme offers mentoring and skills support to young Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller people aged 15–25 years. Through tailored one-to-one work, group activities and practical help, we support young people to build confidence, motivation and pride in their identity, while developing the tools they need to succeed in wider society.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for a motivated and organised Youth Project Worker to support the delivery of Bright Futures. This is a varied role that combines project coordination, outreach support, administration, and direct engagement with young people.
You’ll help keep the programme running smoothly behind the scenes while also building trusted relationships with partner services and young people and families, supporting communications, and contributing to learning and reflection.
What will the role involve?
As a Youth Project Worker, you will:
- Support the day-to-day administration of the mentoring and employability programme, including record-keeping and report preparation
- Help coordinate communications activities such as creating new material, WhatsApp updates, and social media
- Maintain and grow referral networks with employers, training providers, and community organisations
- Engage directly with young people and their families to raise awareness and encourage participation
- Hold a light caseload of mentees and support mentoring activities as needed
- Contribute to programme monitoring, evaluation, and learning
What difference will you make?
Young Gypsies, Roma, and Travellers face significant barriers to education, employment, and inclusion, often made worse by discrimination and low expectations. The Bright Futures programme is designed to counter this by helping young people unlock their potential, strengthen their voice, and take pride in who they are.
Your role will help ensure the programme is accessible, responsive, and grounded in the real experiences and aspirations of young people. You’ll play a key part in ensuring our support reaches those who need it most – and that it makes a lasting difference.
What can we offer you?
- A welcoming and collaborative team environment
- Structured induction and ongoing training suited to the role
- Mentoring and support from the programme lead
- Opportunities to develop experience in project delivery, youth work, and community engagement
- Involvement in a unique programme grounded in trust, pride, and culturally sensitive practice
- Reimbursement of reasonable expenses for work related activities
Contract Terms
This is an initial 6-month contract, with continuation dependent on funding and satisfactory performance.
We have strong funding prospects and are currently awaiting decisions on multi-year funding applications, expected within the next 2–3 months. We are committed to continued delivery of Bright Futures and want to bring someone into the team who is motivated to grow with the programme.
Subject to a positive funding outcome and strong performance, we would aim to extend the contract at the earliest opportunity.
Who should apply?
We’re keen to hear from people with a wide range of backgrounds: youth work, community development, education, or admin, or someone with lived experience and a strong commitment to supporting Gypsy, Roma, and Traveller young people.
You’ll need to bring solid administration and digital skills, to help coordinate and deliver the programme effectively.
We particularly welcome applications from people from the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.
How to apply?
Using the 'click to apply' button, please send us your CV and a cover letter addressing the questions below:
- Why are you interested in this role with London Gypsies and Travellers?
- What experience, skills, and values would you bring to the role?
Please refer to the enclosed job description and person specification when preparing your application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Role: Youth Project Worker
Hours: Part-time, 2 or 3 days a week (14 or 21 hours contract)
Salary: £27,000 - £28,000 p.a. (pro-rata) depending on experience and qualification
Closing Date: Sunday 27th July 2025
Interviews: Tuesday 5th August (Stage 1) and Tuesday 12th August (Stage 2)
By applying, we expect that you have noted the interview dates and confirmed your availability.
For more information or to have an informal conversation about the role, contact: Mini Ravi, Programme Lead on our office phone or via info(@) email.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
PCS is looking to appoint a Technology Services Officer to the Technology Services Team.
The post will support the Technology Services Managers to create a skilled and effective team providing development, technical support and training to staff and other users in all aspects of digital and ITT services.
You will have a qualification in or experience of working with digital platforms or customer relationship management systems. All postholders will need training to acquire the ADX Administrative Essentials for New Admins in Lightning Experience certification, if not already held.
Salary and Location
- Band 3, London Spine points 33-29 or Regional Spine points 37-33
- Starting salary: London £43,715 p.a. rising to £48,846 p.a. in annual increments or Regional £39,403 rising to £43,715 p.a. in annual increments
- PCS Clapham or Regional PCS Office
Successful candidates for the Technology Services Officer will be able to demonstrate:
- Knowledge of customer relationship management systems, specifically Salesforce
- Experience in contributing to a project, using structured project management systems and processes
- The ability to identify technical problems and resolve them efficiently within set timeframes
- Providing technical support for helpdesk queries
- Planning and delivering training
The main duties of the Technology Services Officer role include:
- Assisting in preparing reports on system performance highlighting potential risks or malfunctions
- Assisting in the development of a high level of proficiency in PCSs Technology tools e.g. our CRM, membership database, digital applications, bulk email and social media platforms
- Working as part of the Technology Services team on the database and integration, automation and change projects
- Working with the Technology Services manager to build and maintain analytics that measure the effectiveness of digital applications for staff and members
Closing date: at 12 midday on Tuesday 15 July 2025
Interviews will be held by Zoom: Thursday 31 July 2025
About PCS
PCS is the Public and Commercial Services Union, representing many thousands of members working in the civil service and related areas.
Employer Benefits
You will have access to a generous package of staff benefits including
- flexible working (including hybrid working)
- childcare and family support
- generous maternity/paternity leave
- 32 days leave and Christmas closure
- pension scheme
- employee assistance programme
Learning and Development
The union offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities. We will work with you to support your continued professional development.
PCS Recruiting Process
We use CVMinder to manage all recruitment activities. It helps us to maintain our commitment to equality and diversity by ensuring that we are fair and compliant with our recruiting practices.
Applications must be received by the closing date and time specified.
Candidates invited for interview are required to make themselves available on the date/s specified. Interview dates cannot be changed to accommodate candidates who are unavailable to attend on the specified date.
- CVs will not be accepted. Please see the job description/person specification and follow the application process.
- PCS is working towards equal opportunities and is positive about disabled people.
- All posts can be considered on a full-time, part-time or job share basis.
Please view our guidance for applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION: TECHNOLOGY SERVICES OFFICER
Ref: 0425
Grade: Band 3, London/Region
Salary:
London Spine points 33-29
London Starting salary £43,715 p.a. rising to £48,846 p.a.
Regional Spine points 37- 33
Regional Starting salary £39,403 p.a. rising to £43,715 p.a.
Location: London or Region
Purpose of the job:
To assist in maximising the potential for union growth, development and success through managing, co-ordinating and supporting the work of the department/unit, in line with PCS policy and our ethos as an organising union.
Responsible to: Technology Services Manager
Responsible for: Staff in Bands 1 and 2 (where appropriate)
Contacts
External:
Contractors, suppliers, and service providers, PCS Union Representatives, Members, Government Departments, Employees of other trade unions, TUC, Employers, legal and other professional
Internal:
Service users, staff, senior lay officers, senior full-time officers
Main duties and responsibilities
1. Systems Management General
- Assist the line manager by monitoring development initiatives and ensuring work completed meets the requirements within the given time frame. Report to line manager as appropriate
- Assist in preparing reports for line manager on system performance highlighting potential risks or malfunctions
- Assist in ensuring commissioned and installed new applications and customised existing applications are fit for purpose
- Support line manager by making as appropriate where new systems are designed that could be applicable to the wider union
- Assist in the development of a high level of proficiency in PCSs Technology tools e.g. our CRM, membership database, digital applications, bulk email and social media platforms
- Work as part of the Technology Services team on the database and integration, automation and change projects
- Assist the Technology Services team in development to deliver high quality digital solutions
- Ensure that the views of users are reflected throughout the development and delivery of digital applications
- Explore and recommend new digital applications and developments to the Technology Services team based on best practice and user feedback
- Ensure a high standard of accessibility and usability across our platforms at all times
- Contribute to project-based work, using structured project management systems and processes
- Work with colleagues across PCS to deliver change through the Technology Services teams work
- Work with the Technology Services manager to build and maintain analytics that measure the effectiveness of digital applications for staff and members
- Respond to data integrity issues reported to the Technology Services team and create solutions to those issues
- Participate in the review and installation of managed packages on the digital platform
- Support the Technology Services manager where required to ensure sufficient maintenance and security of the Salesforce platform
- Document any changes made to the digital platform through both maintenance of existing functions and development of new applications
- Continuously review the efficiency of PCSs digital platforms
- Monitor the departments compliance with legal issues such as accessibility, copyright, and data protection
- Communicate recent additions/changes to staff and members
- Support the process of providing suitable equipment, software and reasonable adjustments arising from DSE risk assessments and other identified needs
2. Systems Management Digital
- Comply with maintaining database results through the set protocols and standards and controls for data processing
- Monitoring database efficiency through the reporting and analysis tools
- Support line manager with preparations for database expansion by studying plans and requirements
- Assist line manager to coordinate, design, programme and create complex query definitions to extract accurate data
- Support the continued development and implementation of Salesforce by working with line manager and external contractors
- Support the upgrading of software by assessing transaction processing and database production options
- Maintain database performance by troubleshooting problems using internal or external resources
- Assist in the security of database by developing policies, procedures, and controls with the data protection officer
- Assist in training others in how to input and extract data
- Ensure the requirements of users are established, monitoring user access and security
- Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security
- Assist with writing database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (Meta data)
- Deal with reporting fault mechanism within Salesforce
3. Systems Management Networks and Infrastructure
- Assist with the development and make best use of ITT office systems including ensuring staff are appropriately trained, regularly reviewing existing systems, and ensuring consistency and organisational best practice across systems and procedures and their practical application, including helpdesk and technical support where appropriate
- Assist with implementing an ongoing development and monitoring process for systems including managing resources, gathering, monitoring, collating, and reconciling information, checking allocations, preparing reports, and highlighting budget over- and under-spends
- Support the statistical systems to produce reports and analyse information i.e. budget reports, room bookings, and video conference/zoom usage statistics
- Assist with liaising with software and hardware suppliers, and other key contacts on resolving issues, providing advice, etc.
4. Training and support
- Train staff members and lay officers in the use of PCSs analytical tools
- Develop good working relationships with colleagues
- Provide ongoing support and advice to staff and other members of the Technology Services team
- Draft guidance and advise PCS staff and other contributors about Technology strategies relevant to their specific needs
- To proactively develop Technology skills through training courses, and using on-line resources
5. People Management (where appropriate)
- Manage work allocation and workflow, future planning and support for team/line manager
- Motivate and manage individuals and the team as a whole to provide a high standard of service
- Check work standards and maintain consistent quality of delegated tasks
- Seek to continuously improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the team
- Through induction, the appraisal system and one-to-ones, identify staff training and development needs, train or organise formal/informal training
- Proactively promote diversity issues in line with the wider PCS approach
- Apply the staff conduct policies as and when required e.g. discipline, grievance, capability, dignity at work and IT security policies
- Ensure that the health, safety and welfare of staff is maintained and improved, in accordance with PCS and statutory policies
- Deputise for line manager when required
6. Team Working
- Proactively promote team working
- Initiate, organise, lead and participate in team meetings as appropriate
- Maintain high levels of confidentiality of sensitive issues at all times
- Provide assistance to team members
7. General
- At all times implement and promote the PCSs Equal Opportunities Policy and adhere to the PCS Values
- Take due and reasonable care of self and others in respect of Health & Safety at Work
- Participate in appraisal, training and development systems
- In all work activities, comply with data protection legislation and PCSs requirements for the protection of personal information and the privacy of individuals
- Act in a manner that enhances the work of the PCS and its overall public image
- Such other duties that may reasonably be required and which are within the level of the responsibility of this post
- Willing to work outside normal office hours and location subject to personal circumstances, and advanced notice
Person Specification: TECHNOLOGY SERVICES OFFICER
Ref: 0425
Date: July 2025
Location: London/Region
ESSENTIAL FACTORS
QUALIFICATIONS
- Qualification in or experience of working with digital platforms or customer relationship management systems, specifically Salesforce
EXPERIENCE
- Providing support and advice to colleagues
- Experience of applying usability and accessibility best practice
- Planning and delivering training
TRAINING
(including continuous professional development)
- Evidence of ongoing training and personal development
- Willingness to undertake further learning and development, specifically the ADX201 Administrative Essentials for New Admins in Lightning Experience certification
- Commitment to undertake job-related training
- Commitment to participation in the appraisal and development review process
- Commitment to staff development
KNOWLEDGE
- Customer relationship management systems, specifically Salesforce
- Databases
- Agile Project Management
- Digital application coding or configuration management
- User centred design and current usability testing procedures
- Knowledge and understanding of trade unions and work of the public sector
SKILLS
- Design and implementation of work processes
- High standard of communication skills
- High level of problem solving, analytical and collaborative skills
- Attention to detail and systematic working
- Ability to work using own initiative
- Excellent project management skills
OTHER
- Commitment to the application of equal opportunities policies and practices at work
- Willing to work outside normal office hours and location
- Attend Annual Delegate Conference as required
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About the role
We’re looking for a proactive and organised Nations Trusts and Foundations Officer to help us grow and strengthen our funding from charitable trusts and foundations - specifically those supporting our work in Carers Scotland, Carers Wales, and Carers Northern Ireland.
This is a key role that directly supports policy influence and service delivery across the nations by securing flexible, budget-relieving grants. You’ll be responsible for researching funders, developing compelling applications, and building strong relationships with a range of national and regional trusts. You’ll also work closely with our teams in each nation to stay connected to their priorities and help translate their vital work into fundable and fund-winning cases for support.
It’s an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to deepen their expertise in trust fundraising while contributing to lasting change for unpaid carers.
About you
You’ll have experience of writing successful trust funding applications and will feel confident asking for grants of five figures or more. You enjoy writing clearly and persuasively, and you’re good at building positive relationships with funders over time.
You’re organised and reliable, able to manage a busy workload and keep on top of deadlines. You pay close attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate work, especially when reporting back to funders.
You’re someone who works well with others. You’ll enjoy talking to our teams in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to understand what they need and how funding can help. You’re curious, committed, and care about making a difference to people’s lives.
It’s helpful if you already understand the charity landscape in the nations or the challenges unpaid carers face, but it’s not essential. Most important is that you bring a positive, thoughtful approach and are ready to learn.
How to apply
At Carers UK we want our application process to be as accessible as possible. If you need any adjustments to apply please contact us.
The closing date for applications is Thursday 24 July 2025.
Please send in your application as soon as possible. We look forward to receiving your application.
Carers UK anonymises all applications prior to shortlisting.
Carers UK reserves the right to appoint at any stage, should an outstanding candidate emerge.
Carers UK are actively interviewing for this role as we receive applications.
We may carry out online and social media checks before a formal offer is made.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a fully qualified or part-qualified accountant with excellent analytical skills, impeccable attention to detail and a high level of numeracy and intermediate Excel skills? Looking for an exciting and highly rewarding new opportunity? If so, join Shelter as our Finance Analyst and you could soon be providing quality support to our high-performing Financial Planning and Analysis Team.
About the role
Key responsibilities and outcomes of the role are:
- Improved financial insight and analysis provided to organisational budget holders within a key funder's project, which enables effective financial decision making and management of business performance by budget holders.
- Through training, education and ad hoc support, project budget holders are empowered to engage effectively with financial planning (e.g. budgeting and forecasting).
- Supporting effective review of amendments and changes to the project. Ensuring that management receive accurate reliable and timely information to enable decision making related to restricted funded projects.
Role Specifics
The role involves reviewing and analysing monthly financial data, budgets, and forecasts to identify trends, variances, and key issues, and liaising with the wider Finance team and budget holders to ensure appropriate action is taken. You will support and educate budget holders, acting as their first point of contact for financial planning queries and contributing to training where needed. The postholder will help develop clear, insightful financial reports using Unit 4 FP&A software, incorporating user feedback and improving reporting on restricted funding. Responsibilities also include posting journals, managing financial reporting for the key funder's projects, supporting budget and forecast cycles, reviewing business cases from fundraising teams, and providing financial input on bids and project proposals. Regular engagement with budget holders is essential to drive effective management of restricted funds and support evidence-based fundraising decisions.
Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
About the team
Our Finance Department works as a team of experts to safeguard resources and support decision making across Shelter. We strive to ensure Shelter is financially sustainable in order to achieve our vision of a home for everyone. This role sits within the Financial Planning and Analysis team. We support the charity through financial reporting, analysis, and expert advice, and enable collaboration to support managers and leadership in making effective business decisions.
About Shelter
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.
Safeguarding statement
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who are we?
Depaul International (DPI) oversees the Depaul Group, a group of charities that work across the world with a mission to stop homelessness and change the lives of those affected by it.
What’s the role about?
This is a great opportunity to join us as the new Chief Finance Officer. As the Depaul Group continues to experience growth and increases its impact, you’ll lead the effective financial and governance support provided by DPI to its subsidiaries. You’ll be the leading interface between the Senior Leadership Team and the Board of Trustees and other corporate bodies and subsidiaries. You’ll provide financial advice to the Group CEO, Board and other senior management colleagues, including modelling best practice in financial management, overseeing the financial management in the subsidiaries, setting financial standards for the group and providing support to enable the subsidiaries to meet those standards. You’ll also be leading and supporting the development of a new governance structure for the Group.
What will ideally support your success?
You’ll be a CCAB qualified accountant with experience of strategic financial leadership and management experience and the ability to solve complex problems. In addition, you’ll have experience of working with and advising a diverse range of boards and external stakeholders. It’s important that you also have experience of current financial reporting requirements and financial management practices, including consolidated financial reporting. Strong IT skills as well as an appreciation and understanding of key HR and ICT challenges in the charity sector are desirable. We’re looking for someone possibly, but not exclusively, working in homelessness and/or international development who shows personal integrity in all they do and have a commitment and respect for our aims, objectives and values.
Closing date: Wednesday 16th July 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
- Are you energised by hitting targets and building lasting partnerships?
- Do you love turning ideas into income and conversations into opportunities?
- Are you ready to make a meaningful difference through business development in the education and charity sectors?
Then this could be the role for you.
We are looking for a Business Development Officer to help drive the growth of Learning on Screen—the UK’s leading charity for moving image in post 16 education. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on relationship building, enjoys closing deals, and is passionate about supporting a mission-driven organisation. You will play a key role in helping us diversify income by generating revenue through B2B sales, partnerships, and sponsorships.
What you will be doing
- Selling our products and services (including memberships, subscriptions, and courses) to meet income targets
- Researching, identifying, and converting new leads across the education sector
- Supporting the development of sponsorship and partnership opportunities with external funders and collaborators
- Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships to maximise value and engagement
- Creating compelling proposals and marketing materials to support income-generating initiatives
What we are looking for
- Experience in B2B sales, partnership development, or fundraising (ideally in the non-profit or education sectors)
- A confident communicator with excellent writing and presentation skills
- Someone who is proactive, target-driven, and able to manage multiple priorities
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders
- Strong data awareness, able to monitor performance and spot opportunities
This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, ambitious, and flexible environment while contributing to our mission of transforming education through the power of moving image and sound.
About us
Learning on Screen is a membership organisation that champions the use of moving image and sound in post-16 education. We give educators and students access to millions of films, TV programmes and radio broadcasts—spanning over a century—and support our members to use this content confidently and creatively. From expert copyright advice to innovative partnerships, we help bring teaching to life and open up new possibilities for learning. If you're passionate about education, media, and meaningful impact, you’ll feel right at home here.
We are on a mission to empower post-16 education worldwide.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire or London
Ref: SOM-251
Are you a proactive, collaborative and empathetic individual with proven experience in supporting young people involved in, or at risk of entry into, the Criminal Justice System? Are you a natural communicator with sound knowledge of the challenges and issues facing vulnerable young people?
If so, join St Giles as an Embedded Mentor, where you will work within education settings to deliver the St Giles SOS+ service as part of the Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) Trusted Adult Project. You will play a crucial role in supporting vulnerable and at-risk young people overcome challenges, set and achieve academic and personal goals, and make informed positive choices that reduce their risk of offending and entry into the criminal justice system.
About St Giles Trust
An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.
About this key role
As well as focusing on the delivery of the SOS+ Embedded Mentor Programme to targeted at risk students, our successful candidate will establish and maintain positive relationships with students to provide emotional support, guidance, and mentorship. You will be expected to address individual student needs and challenges, utilising personal experiences, local knowledge, professional skills and SOS+ materials to offer support and intervention and to assist students in setting and achieving academic, personal, and career goals.
We will also rely on you to collaborate with professionals to support and develop strategies to minimise the risk to students and to maintain a trauma informed approach, that recognises and responds to trauma and amplifies the voices and experiences students, while also developing positive, pro-social attitudes, behaviour and social skills among students. Maintaining open and effective communication with mentees, professionals, parents/carers and partners and maintaining accurate records of student interactions, progress, and outcomes in line with delivery SOS+ protocols are also key aspects of the role.
What we are looking for
• Relevant direct or indirect experience of the criminal justice system
• An understanding and demonstration of professional standards and accountability
• Experience of working collaboratively with multi-agency partners
• A strong commitment to promoting inclusivity and equity
• Excellent record keeping and good technical literacy of Microsoft Applications
• Total commitment to excellent safeguarding practice
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
Please note: this role requires that successful candidates must undergo an Enhanced with Child DBS check, on the basis that the post involves contact with vulnerable participants and colleagues.
In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, clinical therapist sessions, life insurance (4 x annual salary), duvet days, season ticket loan, employee perks programme, eye care voucher and much more.
We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.
St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.
We will be reviewing applications as they are received, and reserve the right to close this advert early if a suitable candidate is appointed. We therefore strongly encourage early applications to avoid any disappointment
Closing date: 8 July 2025 at midday.
We help people held back by poverty, unemployment, the criminal justice system, homelessness, exploitation and abuse to build a positive future.
Location: Islington
Salary: £5,221.35 - £5,398.64 (Pro-rated based on 7.25 hours per week/FTE salary of £27,007 - £27,924 (LLW) per annum)
(Please note that applicants are usually appointed at the bottom of the relevant band)
Hours: 7.25 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Until 31st March 2026)
Closing Date: 11th July 2025
Closing Time: 00:00am
Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as a Sessional Playworker at Solace Women's Aid.
You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.
Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.
About the Service
Islington Refuge Service provides emergency accommodation to women and children fleeing domestic abuse and sexual violence. Sessional play workers deliver high quality safe fun activities that include a combination of enrichment activities, physical games and sports and nutritional education to children up to the age of 14.
About the Role
As a Sessional Play Worker you will be involved in the planning and delivery of a variety of sessions and activities for children and young people at the refuge. This includes listening to children’s ideas to design services around their needs, choices, and aspirations. You will support and involve children in activities which are playful, stimulating, and enjoyable, while promoting their wellbeing and encouraging them to take an active role during the play sessions.
You will work alongside the Family Support Worker, encouraging all children to take part and have as much fun as possible whilst helping to develop children's learning, well-being, and social skills. To be an effective member of our wonderful team the successful applicant will possess excellent communication skills, be enthusiastic and creative
About You
We are looking for individuals with experience of working with children and who are passionate about play and dedicated to providing a welcoming and safe space for all children - supervising the children and ensuring their safety at all times.
The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on children as well as practical experience of working with children and within a team. You will also need to demonstrate a proven ability to work on your own initiative and under supervision. A minimum NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in childcare/play/youthwork/sports/coaching or creative arts is desirable. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
In return, we offer great employee benefits including three per cent employer pension contribution, generous holiday entitlement and a focus on learning and development.
What we can offer you
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:
- Flexible working
- Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Employer pension contribution
- Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
- Access to Inclusion Networks
- Daily clinical debriefing
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
- Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings
- Flow & Restore yoga classes
- Meditation sessions
- Cycle to Work Scheme
How to apply
When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:
- Values, Behaviours & Competencies
- Knowledge, Experience and Skills
Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.
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We are currently hiring a Partnerships Advisor here at ClientEarth on a 12 month Fixed-Term contract. This role requires a hands-on, strategic individual who is able to work with brilliant teams across the world. You will also play a key role in driving programme quality, help operationalise key recommendations from ClientEarth’s Impactful Partnerships Strategy and the Partnerships Roadmap, whilst working with colleagues globally.
Meet your Manager
In this role, you will be managed by Ailsa Griffith, Programme Management Group Lead within ClientEarth's Programmes & Impact team. Ailsa brings over nine years of experience in the NGO sector, working alongside diverse partners to design and deliver global programmes that advance human rights and protect the environment. She joined ClientEarth in 2020 and is based in London.
Main Duties
- Map the historical portfolio of partners across multiple systems based on a clear typology.
- Facilitate data analysis to provide ClientEarth with a clear snapshot of the current and prospective partners (at global, regional and jurisdictional levels) relevant to ClientEarth’s strategy and the level of alignment / contribution to ClientEarth’s theory of change.
- Steward, manage and oversee best practice in partner engagement and provide insights and input to support the organisation’s partnership approach.
- Support the operationalisation of the Impactful Partnerships Strategy and the recommendations of the Partnerships Roadmap (which might include a staff engagement plan).
- Work with the Impact and Learning team to ensure that Impact & Learning tools and processes capture data on partnerships, reflect changes based on the stakeholder segmentation, stakeholder analysis and partnerships mapping tools.
- Review ClientEarth’s current partnership approach from a decolonial point of view, to identify and plan changes needed across the organisation.
See the job description (below) for a full list of duties for this role.
Role requirements
- Experience of partnerships development and management in the NGO/not-for-profit sector, with proven ability to align partnerships with organisational goals (essential)
- Experience of defining and applying partner typologies -i.e. defining and categorising partners (essential)
- Experience of data management and analysis tools to manage and visualise data effectively (essential)
- Proven track record of working collaboratively and effectively with external partners, such as NGOs, law firms, scientific, technical and industry stakeholders (essential)
- Experience of leading or facilitating monitoring, evaluation and learning for large and complex projects in the NGO/not-for-profit sector (essential) – ideally for environmental and/or policy projects (desirable)
- Fluent (CEFR level C2) in English (essential)
- Fluent (CEFR level C2) in another European language (desirable)
See the job description (below) for a full list of requirements for this role.
Note to candidates: We know that long lists of criteria can be daunting and that some candidates will not apply for a role unless they feel they are 100% qualified. If you feel you meet at least some of the essential criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
Further Information
Have a question about this job? Please visit our Careers site for advice on applying, FAQs, and more.
Flexible working: We are proud to be a Flexa accredited Employer. Visit our Flexa Employer page for more information on our approach to flexible working. Our flexible working policy allows our people the choice to decide to work from home/another location in the country where their contract of employment is issued for 80% of their month, with the other 20% of their month being office-based See our Benefits page for more.
ClientEarth values diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings. We aim to appoint the most suitable candidate at all times and welcome applications from people from all different backgrounds.
Please note that ClientEarth is only able to employ those who have the pre-existing legal right to work in the UK.
ClientEarth is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice or legal services to third parties.
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Senior Communications Officer
We are looking for a creative and strategic communicator to shape the voice of the UK’s National Trails.
Position: Senior Communications Officer
Salary: £32,000 FTE (4 days/week)
Location: Remote, with occasional UK travel
Contract: Part-time (4 days/week), 1-year fixed term
Benefits: 25 days holiday pro rata, plus office closure between Christmas and New Year
Closing Date: Midnight, Saturday 13th July 2025
Interviews: Online 29th July
About the Role
As Senior Communications Officer, you will lead on delivering a bold, inclusive communications strategy, raising the profile of the UK’s National Trails and building awareness of their value for people, places and nature.
You’ll create and manage inspiring, accessible campaigns across digital, social and press channels; support National Trail teams across the UK with comms advice; and help shape public and stakeholder engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to be the voice of a small, national organisation making a big impact.
Key Responsibilities Include:
· Deliver creative, multi-channel communications
· Manage digital channels including the website, LinkedIn and Instagram
· Write and distribute newsletters and member communications
· Develop press relationships, draft media content and secure coverage
· Lead a Communications Special Interest Group across National Trail teams
· Provide accessible comms advice to member organisations
· Support campaigns and events that influence public policy and stakeholder awareness
· Promote representation and inclusion across all content
About You
You’ll be a passionate storyteller with a flair for strategic communications and a commitment to inclusion and representation. Comfortable juggling day-to-day delivery with long-term planning, you’ll be just as happy drafting a press release as coordinating a campaign or advising trail partners.
You will bring:
· Experience of communications delivery across social and press
· Excellent writing, editing and content creation skills
· Knowledge of inclusive and accessible communication practices
· Strong media relations and public engagement experience
· Confidence working independently and with multiple stakeholders
· A passion for the outdoors and increasing access for all
Desirable:
· Experience with membership organisations
· Knowledge of outdoor recreation, heritage or protected landscapes
· Familiarity with policy communications or stakeholder engagement
About the Organisation
The charity is the independent champion of the UK’s National Trails – iconic long-distance walking, cycling and riding routes. Connecting people to nature and the outdoors while advocating for accessible, sustainable trail experiences. Since their formation in 2021, they’ve grown quickly with an ambitious vision for a high quality, nature-rich National Trail network used and valued by all.
To Apply
You will be redirected to the organisation's website where you will be asked to submit a CV and a Covering Letter, please note that applications submitted without a covering letter will not be considered.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Communications Manager, Campaigns Officer, Press Officer, Media and PR Officer, Digital Content Officer, Public Affairs Officer, or Marketing and Communications Executive.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Contract: Full time, six months fixed-term contract (Maternity cover)
Location: London, required to attend the London office twice a week
A little bit about the role
Please note that applications for this role will close on Friday 11 July 2025 at 9am
Our people and culture are the critical enablers for us to achieve our mission.
Frontline needs to sustain a brilliant and high performing workforce that is driven to be the best they can, and our Head of People leads the work and team responsible for achieving this.
As the leader of the People team, you will oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including strategy, performance, recruitment, induction, learning and development, diversity and inclusion, engagement, policies and more.
You will be an exemplary role model and leader championing high performance within a culture of freedom and responsibility. Your ability to build and develop strong and trusting relationships will underpin your excellent domain knowledge, sound judgement, comfort with pace and focus on outcomes.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Develop and implement our People & Culture strategy, goals and annual delivery plan
- Oversee all internal D&I initiatives including the D&I working group, point of contact for affinity group and all D&I training
- Line manage the People Team to achieve high performance of both the team and organisation
- Play a proactive role as a member of the Leadership Group and Operations team to champion high performance and our culture – supporting colleagues wherever priorities are identified, and the need is greatest
Please review the job pack for full list of responsibilities.
Please note that this role is a 6-month fixed term contract to cover for maternity.
A little bit about you
We’d like to see applicants who have experience leading and managing a HR team, who are able to empower, motivate and set strategic direction towards organisational goals. You will have strong knowledge and understanding of all areas of HR, able to build strong relationships and an ability to apply employment law in a pragmatic way to deliver principled solutions.
We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own.
If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
Important information
We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.
Please let us know how we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you by emailing the People team (please see job pack for contact details).
We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ‘ChatGPT’ etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will.
We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!
Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed.
For further information about this role, please contact Suzi Lawrence – Head of People (please see job pack for contact details)
To make life better for children at risk of harm, by improving the services that support them.




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Actively Interviewing
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The Digital Inclusion Worker will be responsible for providing targeted one-to-one digital support and delivering workshops to both disabled and non-disabled residents of Enfield, helping them to improve their digital skills. This will be achieved through the delivery of tailored training and learning programmes designed to promote digital inclusion. The Digital Inclusion Worker will also involve residents in the co-design of the project, network with community groups and partner organisations, support the recruitment of volunteers, troubleshoot technical challenges faced by residents, and assist ECP’s Project Manager in producing key performance indicators (KPIs) and progress reports.
The Digital Inclusion Worker will have extensive Digital Inclusion knowledge to:
- Manage the Enfield Digital Champions (Volunteers) project ensuring adherence to compliance, health and safety matters, and quality assurance.
- Support the recruitment of Digital Champion volunteers to sustain and enhance a network of 10 digital champions per year delivering support and skills training in Enfield.
- Provide training and development opportunities to volunteers to sustain interest and enhance skills.
- Manage the programme of digital skills workshops and work with ECP Project Manager to on-board new locations for groups/sessions.
- Host Bi-monthly network sessions for all champions and provide appropriate related 1:1 support, as required.
- Create bespoke workshop material based on resident top learning priorities.
- Provide digital skills training to Enfield residents to allow them to confidently access the internet to improve social, economic and health opportunities.
- Support the recruitment of volunteers (with help from other partners orgs) from the Enfield community to build intergenerational learning and broaden the project's scope.
- Create bespoke workshop material based on resident top learning priorities.
- Troubleshoot any issues with Digital Champions.
- Determine extra requirements, such as employment support, broadband or benefits for targeted content development supported by ECP’s Community Hub team.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver tailored digital inclusion workshops to groups and individuals to improve Enfield resident digital skills and knowledge.
- Provide training and a learning programme to enable residents to be digitally included.
- Network with residents to help shape the content and project.
- Support the recruitment of Digital Champion volunteers to assist in the development of the project.
- Troubleshoot for residents encountering issues and technological difficulties.
- Create reports and key performance indicators
Enfield Digital Support:
- Ensure digital needs of residents are met by designing and planning appropriate digital inclusion resources.
- Deliver bespoke digital inclusion workshops to Enfield residents to allow them to become digitally included.
- Supervise digital skills workshops/clinics hosted by Partners that you identify as well as ‘new starter’ volunteer sessions.
- Represent Digital Champions at key digital events / network meetings (e.g., Digital Inclusion Forum) Organise and attend in-person stall to promote digital inclusion services at agreed Enfield Community Events.
Coordination of promotional in-person events/activities:
- Organise and attend promotional events (space, stalls, activities, materials…etc)
- Organise branded promotional materials alongside ECP’s Community Hub team as well as welcome pack/materials for volunteers.
- Prepare article/material for ‘Get Online’ Week and other digital inclusion events.
- Prepare case studies that will demonstrate impact and support drafting of promotional materials.
- Engage with Digital Champions and residents to provide quality assurance/feedback and case studies.
Reporting on the impact of the Digital Advice Network Enfield (DANE).
- Work with the ECP Community Officer and Project Manager to develop mechanisms for identifying and tracking benefits realisation.
- Gather data on DANE Digital Champions and help to complete reports/analysis of impacts alongside ECP’s Project Manager and Data Administrator.
- Provide updates to ECP Project Manager.
- Co-Produce quarterly reviews, reports and KPIs.
- Carry out satisfaction surveys to monitor the project.
- Monitor the equipment required to deliver the project.
Other:
- Attend staff and external meetings as and when required
- Attend staff training as and when required.
Skills and Abilities
- Exceptional problem-solving skills.
- Strong relationship building skills, building a collaborative culture.
- Proficiency in methods of co-creation and co-production.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, (oral, written and presentation)
- Ability to respond to and plan digital inclusion solutions resulting from collaboration with residents and colleagues.
- A proven ability to drive change.
Personal Specification:
Essential:
- Working on a one-to-one basis with a vulnerable and isolated client group.
- Delivering digital inclusion activities either in groups or individually.
- Maintaining paper and electronic records and statistical data.
- Co-ordinating volunteers to deliver activities.
- Maintaining paper and electronic records and statistical data (supported by ECP’s Project Manager and Data Administrator).
- Delivering training to others.
- Providing high quality and fast-paced custo
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Service Team Leader Homicide
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Team Leader based in the West Midlands to join the Homicide Service team. This role involves managing and supporting operational staff to ensure the delivery of excellent services to those affected by homicide.
The West Midlands covers Birmingham, Warwickshire, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Shropshire and Staffordshire. It is a requirement that you live within one of these area in order to carry out this role effectively.
Position: 6104 Team Leader- Homicide
Location: Remote/ West Midlands
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 9am -5pm
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £31,732.20 per annum
Closing Date: 16th July 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received.
Interview Date: 22nd July 2025
The Role
As a Homicide Team Leader, you will ensure the provision of high-quality services, maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, and provide strategic leadership to promote and develop services.
As a Homicide Team Leader, you will:
- Conduct audits and generate reports on case management systems, ensuring compliance with contract reporting requirements and national standards.
- Capture and analyse data to ensure outcome-based and evidenced work.
- Allocate work within the team, monitor daily caseloads, and identify trends or patterns.
- Ensure compliance with policies and procedures, provide safeguarding advice, and prioritise client safety and dignity.
- Collaborate with managers to enhance service delivery, address performance issues, and support continuous improvement.
- Support with caseloads, conduct impact assessments, and provide comprehensive support to team members.
- Oversee recruitment, training, performance management, and ongoing support for team members.
- Promote access to services through referrals and partnerships with local organisations.
- Facilitate regular team meetings, share feedback, and ensure effective communication channels.
- Adhere to data protection legislation, confidentiality policies, and organisational procedures.
About You
Ideally, you will have experience in developing and maintaining partnerships within a multiagency framework, and knowledge of intersectionality, especially when working with vulnerable individuals and those experiencing trauma.
You will need to travel across the region to fulfil job responsibilities and develop your role. Flexibility is essential, as the job may require evening, weekend work, and occasional overnight stays.
You will need:
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system and its impact on victims and witnesses.
- Understanding of equal opportunities, diversity, inclusivity, safeguarding, and risk assessments.
- Awareness of confidentiality and safe working practices, including data protection.
- Experience in customer-focused, challenging environments.
- Crisis management and support experience.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
- Problem-solving and data analysis skills.
- Proficiency in using software like Word, Excel, and Case Management systems
If you are passionate about supporting victims of crime and have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details once you apply.
In Return…
Benefits include:
- 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 Organisation
This independent charity provides a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. Working towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System, everyone at the charity is driven by the Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events.
As part of the commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. The charity is also a Disability Confident Employer and provides a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition, which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of the selection process, the team will be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.
You may have experience in areas such as Service, Case, Services, Operations, Service Manager, Case Manager, Services Manager, Service Team Leader, Case Team Leader, Services Team Leader, Operations Team Leader. #INDNFP
Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.
Job Purpose
This role sits within our new forensic Women’s Nova Roots service, which is a peer led service for women who are leaving forensic services, based in West London. The service will be open 3 days a week: one weekday evening out of hours and three weekends a month (flexible weekend pattern and times can be arranged).
The aim of the service is to support women who are leaving forensic care to re-integrate into society by offering a community social hub. The focus of the service is to provide social engagement, relaxation and a touch point for out of hours forensic support. The Women’s Hub will provide face-to-face holistic group support, offer psychoeducation and health workshops tailored and coproduced to the direct needs of clients, offer peer-led groups which will be co-designed and led by the clients accessing the hub. We will also offer a range of activities onsite.
Nova Roots will be an extension of the existing support offered by the Specialist Community Forensic Team (SCFT), offering out of hours social support. All referrals into the hub will be directly from the SCFTs and local hospitals.
The Nova Roots will be staffed with 1 part time Project Coordinator and 4 Forensic/Peer Led Volunteers – with Service Manager oversight. The Project Coordinator will work directly and closely with the SCFTs.
The Role
The role of the Nova Roots Project Coordinator is to arrange and coordinate a range of psychoeducation, health and peer-led workshops which will be delivered 3 times a week. The Nova Roots Project Coordinator will be responsible for managing the 4 peer-led volunteers and oversight of the site 3 days a week. The Nova Roots Project Coordinator will also be required to be in regular communication with the SCFTs.
The role will require hybrid working: onsite when the hub is open and 1 day of planning/coordination which can be worked remotely on a rota basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing a person centred and recovery orientated approach in all aspects of the roles and responsibilities.
- Promoting people’ rights and responsibilities
- Considering each person as an individual
- Working collaboratively with clients to understand their needs and developing flexible and realistic crisis support packages/person centred plans
- Understanding of safety planning
- Experience of working within forensic services
- Understanding and experience of challenges for forensic leavers (social, health, welfare, interpersonal)
- Experience with de-escalation, recognising and mitigating risks.
- Experience of working with those in crisis and challenging behaviour
- Listening to clients and encouraging positive steps towards self-management of crisis and recovery
- Understanding safeguarding adults and children processes and legal requirements
- Understanding of social issues such as debt, housing and welfare benefits
- Promoting people’ rights and responsibilities
- Providing advice, information, practical and emotional support to clients
- Proactively recognising the indicators of deteriorating mental health and facilitate appropriate action, whilst liaising with relevant agencies e.g., CATT, Emergency Duty Teams, CAMHS, Safe Space, SCFT etc
- Engaging with clients to show empathy, inspire hope and promote recovery
- Establishing supportive, empowering and respectful relationships with clients and carers/ family
- Maintaining accurate records, detailing interventions
- Ensuring that outcomes, outputs and impact are recorded
- Providing administrative and management support to the team
- Attend reflective practice, clinical supervision, peer supervision and line management supervision
- Create and maintain good working relationships with partner agencies
- Follow workplans
- Actively participate in training and development
- Provide and manage resources for clients and staff
Person Specification
- Minimum of 1 year working in forensic mental health services and with clients experiencing mental health distress, crisis and forensic/criminal backgrounds
- Experience of managing challenging behaviour and dealing with clients with complex needs
- Minimum 1 year of project coordination/management
- Experience of facilitating workshops/group sessions
- Experience of managing safeguarding risks and understanding legal requirements for safeguarding adults and children
- Evidence of continual professional development
- Understanding of the principles of trauma informed care
- Understanding of suicide prevention and safety planning
- Understanding of the relationship between mental health and social issues and how these issues may impact on physical, mental and emotional wellbeing
- Understanding of relevant legislation and policies
- Awareness of issues in mental health service provision
- A good understanding of mental health conditions
- Experience of working with vulnerable individuals
- Creative and flexible approach to working with individuals
- Ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations in a calm manner and de-escalate challenging situations
- Ability to prioritise and manage workload
- Ability to involve clients and carers in all aspects of work
- Empathy and non-judgemental approaGood communication skills
- Capacity to work within an agreed shift pattern
- Experience of delivering information and advice (housing, benefits, debt etc)
- Experience of non-clinical, therapeutic interventions like psychoeducation
- Good IT skills including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint, with proven ability to input and extract information and produce reports
- Car driver with sole ownership of a vehicle and willingness to travel to locations would be desirable.
- Ability to work out of hours, during the day and on weekends
- Staff within this role will be considered key workers, so in the event of a government lockdown, staff will be expected to continue working
- Experience of working with vulnerable individuals
- Creative and flexible approach to working with individuals
- Ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations in a calm manner and de-escalate challenging situations
We’re here to make sure that everyone suffering with a mental health problem gets the help they need to recover.




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