Application support officer jobs

Inclusion Barnet is Barnet's Deaf and Disabled People's Organisation (DDPO), committed to creating more inclusive communities and greater social justice for all. We are looking for a Community Development Outreach Officer to support voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations across Barnet.

This is a community-based outreach role that will play a key part in supporting Barnet's local voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector. The role delivers as part of the award-winning Barnet Together partnership with Young Barnet Foundation and Groundwork London.

A significant majority of this role will be based in the community. The successful candidate will spend most of their time travelling across Barnet, meeting organisations face to face, attending local meetings and events, visiting communities and building relationships with existing and potential members. Applicants must therefore be comfortable with regular travel throughout the borough and confident working independently in a range of community settings.

The postholder will carry out proactive outreach to community groups, voluntary organisations, resident-led groups and local networks. They will build trusted relationships, identify development needs and help organisations access the support, training and opportunities available through Inclusion Barnet Community Organisation Support. The role will involve providing one-to-one support to organisations on areas such as governance, safeguarding, small funding bids and project planning, as well as signposting groups to relevant services, networks and development opportunities. The postholder will also support community-led activities that help strengthen neighbourhoods and improve local places.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a demonstrable commitment to the social model of disability and disability equality.
• Is passionate about supporting communities and helping organisations to grow and succeed.
• Has experience of working, volunteering or engaging with community groups, voluntary organisations, residents or local projects.
• Has an interest in community development and the voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) sector.
• Has experience of building positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Has strong communication, engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Is confident working independently in community settings and representing Inclusion Barnet and Barnet Together at local meetings and events.
• Can identify when organisations or individuals may benefit from additional support and confidently signpost them to relevant services, opportunities or resources.
• Has good organisational, digital and record-keeping skills.
• Has an understanding of safeguarding, or a willingness to develop this knowledge.
• Takes a practical, solutions-focused approach to supporting others.
• Can manage their own workload, prioritise effectively and follow through on agreed actions.

As Barnet's Deaf and Disabled People's Organisation, we encourage applications from people with lived experience of disabiliy, which could include mental health issues, neurodivergence or long term health conditions. Lived experience is highly valued within our organisation and helps shape and strengthen our work. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in employment.

We also welcome applications from people with transferable skills gained through education, volunteering, community involvement, employment or lived experience.

While some home working is available, regular face-to-face engagement across Barnet is an essential requirement of the role.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, and be willing to undergo a DBS check at an appropriate level for the role.

Citizens Advice Stevenage is an ambitious and innovative member of the Citizens Advice network. We have expanded our services and offering to meet the increased demand in the area, doubling in size over the last few years. 

As a positive subsequence, we are looking for a Head of Finance & Business Support, who will become a core member of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for overseeing the financial stewardship of Citizens Advice Stevenage. To lead on financial governance, business support operations, and compliance, ensuring the organization operates sustainably and meets all legal and regulatory obligations. The role is pivotal in safeguarding the charity's financial integrity, supporting strategic decision-making, and enabling effective service delivery. 

Financial Leadership 

• Prepare, review, and present draft and final budgets for approval by the board, ensuring timely submission of financial information to the CEO and Trustee Board. 

• Oversee financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and compliance with regulatory standards, including variance analysis and annual balance sheets, ensuring timely submission of financial information to the CEO and Trustee Board. 

• Manage the reserves policy, ensuring regular review and alignment with operational needs and financial risks. 

• Identify and manage financial risks, ensuring integration into the organization’s risk register and adherence to appropriate mitigations.

• Ensure that the day-to-day finance and back-office function is high performing and compliant, safeguarding effective and efficient financial management processes. 

• To co-ordinate the proactive and timely dissemination of high-quality financial information to services, the CEO, and Board such as annual budgets, monthly management accounts, cash flow analysis, financial forecasting and monthly business performance figures.

• To ensure that the organisation has in place, robust and compliant financial systems and procedures; and that these are complied with by all budget holders, ensuring that any oversights are fully investigated and reported upwards as necessary.

• To lead on the preparation of statutory accounts, provide year end accounts, provide appropriate support and assistance to the organisation’s auditors and delivery of recommendations arising from the Audit process.

• To ensure that all statutory returns are complete in a timely and effective manner, including those in relation to VAT, PAYE, NIC and SSP, and that appropriate compliance dates are met for the Charities Commission and Companies House.

• Oversee the transactions, activities and processes of the external payroll provider.

• To monitor and advise on current and future tax legislation, with a view to optimisation.

• To support service managers in the preparation of bids and contract negotiations and provide financial activity analysis and reports in line with specific project reporting requirements.

• To monitor, report and make recommendations regarding the Investment and Reserves Policy to the Board.

• To oversee the payroll function to ensure employees are paid in an accurate and timely manner.

• To monitor and control creditors and debtors, ensuring invoices are paid on time and the risk of bad debts is minimised.

Compliance and Risk Management 

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory frameworks, including the Charity Commission, Companies House, FCA, ICO, and other relevant bodies. 

• Maintain and regularly review financial systems, controls, and policies, ensuring they are effectively implemented and aligned with legal requirements. 

• Conduct due diligence for pension, redundancy, and other liabilities, ensuring plans are in place for management and mitigation. 

• Support the trustee board in understanding risks related to projects and contracts, providing assurance of compliance with funders’ requirements. 

• To lead on the Risk Management process, advising the CEO and managers on risk matters, and reviewing the risk register on a regular basis, reporting to the Board of Trustees.

• To check, amend and monitor the Financial Procedures Manual; reporting material breaches to the CEO and Board of Trustees, as required/in-line with governance.

• Working with the senior leadership team monitoring and updating Insurance matters as required, reporting to the CEO and Board of Trustees.

Business Support Operations 

• Lead on organisational business continuity planning, ensuring resilience during crises and alignment with the charity's objectives. 

• Oversee the development, implementation, and review of key policies, ensuring they reflect legal obligations and organisational values. 

• Manage IT systems and cybersecurity measures to protect organisational data and operations, ensuring compliance with standards such as Cyber Essentials. 

Strategic Contribution 

• Provides proactive strategic financial advice and guidance to the Trustees and wider leadership team, monitoring and reporting on the financial performance against agreed targets, identified risks and key performance indicators. 

• Provide financial and operational insights to inform strategic decision-making and long-term planning. 

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and financial accountability across the organisation. 

• Funding strategy: Support the CEO and board to regularly review the sustainability of its income sources and their impact on achieving charitable purposes in the short, medium and longer term.

• Work with the CEO and Head of Impact and Development to prepare the funding strategy that should go beyond immediate budgetary considerations and look at the wider funding landscape. The organisation needs to understand potential emerging opportunities and the organisation's readiness to pursue them. 

Team and Stakeholder Engagement 

• Build and maintain effective relationships with trustees, funders, regulators, and key stakeholders, to ensure that Citizens Advice Stevenage meets its financial, regulatory and legal obligations. 

• Provide leadership and support to finance and business support teams, ensuring professional development and effective performance management. 

People management and development  

• Develop and implement a culture of continuous learning that will equip and develop people to deliver outstanding delivery. Responsibility for the training and development plan for the Finance and Business Support ensuring it is in effective operation including maintaining records of training needs identified and training attended.  
   

• Working with the rest of the leadership team ensure the organisation delivers a fair, inclusive, equitable and transparent employee and volunteer experience, taking account of our EDI aims and in line with employment law and the Equality Act 2010. 
   

• Ensure Open and timely communication that provides information about the organisation and context for decisions that are made, helps to build trust and confidence and earn legitimacy. 
   

• Ensure the effective performance management and development of staff through regular supervision sessions, appraisals and learning and development.  
   

Person Specification 

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified, CPE up to date.

• Strong financial management experience at a similar level within the charity/not for profit sector 

• A proven track record of leading, developing and inspiring small teams 

• Experience of strategic business & financial planning, forecasting and budget management. 

• Sound experience of producing month-end management accounts and audited year-end financial accounts 

• Experience of managing and using financial systems 

• A working knowledge of relevant legislation (regulatory, legal and financial) in the context of a charitable organisation 

• Experience of managing change and change programmes 

• A track record of initiating, leading and managing associated risks 

• Strong influencing, negotiating and collaborative working skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely in writing or verbally 

• Confident IT skills; confident using Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel

• Experience designing and introducing new financial processes, procedures and reports

• Working knowledge of QuickBooks software [advantageous]

• Experience working with a Board of Trustees [advantageous]

• Understanding of Charity Commission and Companies House reporting requirements

• Project and/or professional services experience

• Understanding of Charity Law

• Experience of working in the not-for-profit sector

• Understanding and experience using the Charity Governance Code

• Experience in working with Charity SORP

• Legal experience – as so far as they can scrutinise and review basic contracts and their revenue recognition requirements and VAT implications

• Strategic and forecasting experience

Team:Philanthropy & Partnerships 

Location:Remotely in the UK with some travel for meetings and events 

Work pattern:35 hours per week, Monday to Friday 

Salary:Up to £42,182.64 per annum 

Contract: Permanent 

Due to internal promotion we are hiring a Senior Mid Value Officer. 

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them. Will you join us and make a better life for cats? 

Responsibilities of our Senior Mid Value Officer: 

• This role will manage the development of the Cats Protection Mid Value Programme and associated mid value product. The successful candidate will oversee the implementation of stewardship strategies for the conversion, retention and growth of mid value donors and build a pipeline for major giving to increase sustainable net income for Cats Protection. 

• The team manages a significant portfolio and has ambitious growth targets, and this role will play a key part in growing the number and overall value of supporters. 

About the Philanthropy & Partnerships team: 

• Philanthropy and Partnerships are a dedicated and motivated team who all believe strongly in our mission and values. We have ambitious growth plans with a large focus on growing and diversifying our pipeline 

• We have a team of 21 

What we’re looking for in our Senior Mid Value Officer 

• Significant experience in related fundraising role(s), such as mid value, major donor, individual giving or direct marketing. Where primary experience is in one area, hands on experience and good understanding in the other is required.

• Demonstrable experience of developing strong long-term relationships with supporters & stakeholders 

• Experience of implementing supporter segmentation processes for database marketing purposes

• Proven track record of achieving income against agreed financial targets as well as other KPIs

• Experience of developing and managing donor engagement and cultivation plans and strategies

• Extensive proven experience of producing high quality and compelling appeals, proposals, reports and correspondence to inspire generous support

What we can offer you: 

• A generous pension salary exchange scheme 

• range of health benefits including health insure on completion of probation 

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 with length of service 

• Salary Finance, which empowers you to take control of your financial wellbeing 

• and much more, which you can learn about 

Interested? Here’s how to apply: 

Application closing date:3rd September 2026 

Virtual interview date:15th & 16th September 2026 

Final stage virtual interview: 23rd September 2026 

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. Please note, applications received after the closing date may not be responded to. 

If successful, your recruitment journey will include: 

1. Anonymised application form 

2. Virtual interview via Microsoft Teams 

3. Final stage informal discussion 

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes. 

Legal Officer, Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA)

Job Title: Legal Officer

Organisation: ILPA

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Up to £36,000 per annum

Location: Hybrid. Primarily remote with one weekly hub day in London. Working arrangements may change.

Application Deadline: 4 September 2026

Job Description

About ILPA:

The Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA) is the leading professional membership body for practitioners working in immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law. ILPA works across the full breadth of immigration law and policy including asylum and refugee protection, detention and removals, legal aid and access to justice, tribunals and appeals, and economic migration and sponsorship policy.

We exist to promote and improve the law and practice of immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law and to ensure that policy and legislation are informed by evidence, expertise and the lived experience of those affected.

Legal Officer:

ILPA is recruiting a Legal Officer to support delivery of ILPA’s legal and policy work, undertaking detailed legal analysis, parliamentary support and member engagement. The role will sit horizontally alongside an existing Legal Officer post.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking candidates who bring:

• Strong expertise in UK immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law
• Excellent legal and policy analysis and drafting skills
• A commitment to improving law, policy and practice
• The ability to work collaboratively in a small, expert team

The role offers the opportunity to influence national debate, work closely with leading practitioners and contribute meaningfully to the development of immigration law and policy.

Why work at ILPA

• National profile and respected reputation
• High-impact policy and legal work
• Flexible and supportive working culture
• Collaborative, expert-led organisation

Job Description

Purpose of the role

The Legal Officer will play a key role in supporting ILPA’s legal and policy work on immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law.

Working under the direction of the Director of Policy and Advocacy, the post holder will engage in detailed legal and policy analysis, support parliamentary and influencing activity, support legal project delivery, and contribute to high-quality information and engagement for ILPA members. The Legal Officer will need to work reliably and flexibly across a broad range of legal and policy issues, often at short notice.

The Legal Officer will also work with the Director of Strategic Litigation and Advice where legal policy and strategic litigation intersect.

Key responsibilities

1. Legal and policy analysis

• Produce high-quality analysis of immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law and policy.
• Monitor developments in legislation, case law and policy, including secondary legislation and guidance.
• Prepare written briefings, updates and summaries for members, trustees and external stakeholders.
• Support the Director of Policy & Advocacy in the development and delivery of ILPA’s legal strategy.

2. Parliamentary and influencing work

• Support ILPA’s parliamentary work, including monitoring legislation and parliamentary business.
• Draft consultation responses, briefings and evidence submissions.
• Assist in engagement with parliamentarians, officials, peers and external organisations.
• Support the organisation of meetings and briefings with MPs, peers, civil servants and sector partners.
• Contribute to ILPA’s influencing activity through written and oral advocacy.

3. Member engagement and sector support

• Liaise with ILPA members to gather evidence and practice insight to inform policy positions.
• Support ILPA’s thematic working groups, including attending meetings and progressing agreed actions.
• Respond to and triage member enquiries, directing issues to appropriate working groups or colleagues, and escalating complex queries as needed.
• Promote knowledge-sharing across the immigration and advice sector.
• Prepare agendas and papers for meetings, and take/circulate minutes and actions points.

4. Legal project delivery

• Ensure project outputs are delivered on time and to the required standard.
• Contribute to monitoring, evaluation and funder reporting where required.
• Provide general administrative support to the legal team, including coordination for external meetings, taking and sharing minutes, organising correspondence, and storing materials timely and safely.

5. Information management and publications

• Ensure legal and policy information is accurately stored, organised and retrievable.
• Work with the Content and Communications Manager to ensure accuracy and clarity of published legal content, and draft the legal section of ILPA’s weekly newsletter, and parts of the Annual Report.

6. Organisational contribution

• Support cross-team working with training, content and litigation colleagues.
• Contribute to organisational planning, learning and continuous improvement.
• Undertake other duties consistent with the seniority of the role.

Accountability and relationships

Reports to: Director of Policy & Advocacy

Key working relationships:

• Legal Officer
• Legal Project Officer
• Director of Strategic Litigation and Advice
• Content and Communications Manager
• Training Manager
• Membership Engagement Manager
• Chief Executive and Trustees

Person specification

Essential

• Appropriate post-qualification experience in UK immigration, asylum and nationality law, or equivalent expertise demonstrated through substantial legal practice or policy work at an equivalent level;
• Substantial knowledge and experience of UK immigration, economic migration, asylum and nationality law;
• Strong legal and policy analysis and drafting skills;
• Ability to communicate complex legal information clearly;
• Experience of parliamentary or government engagement;
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage a high volume of work, competing deadlines, and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Experience of member, stakeholder or practitioner engagement;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with partners across the sector;
• Commitment to ILPA’s charitable objectives.

Desirable

• Knowledge of parliamentary process and legislative scrutiny;
• Experience supervising or supporting junior colleagues;

• Experience of project management or grant-funded work;
• Experience of using different software, including WordPress, Salesforce and Campaign Monitor.

How to apply

To apply, please complete:

• ILPA Application Form
• ILPA Equalities Monitoring form

And submit these with your CV to our recruitment email address. Please see our website (linked) for full details on how to submit your application and our contact for this job ad.

This vacancy advert may be taken down from our job board earlier than the stated deadline if a high standard of applications is received. 

We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage applications from people whose backgrounds, experiences or circumstances are under-represented in our workforce, including people with lived experience of migration and people with a disability. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, including at senior grades. To reduce bias in our shortlisting process, ILPA operates an anonymised application process. If for any reason you prefer to apply in a different format, or require adjustments to the process, please get in touch.

We’re seeking a dynamic individual to support Medair UK’s engagement with Trusts and Foundations in the United Kingdom. As an integral part of the team you will help enable support for Medair's life-saving work responding to conflict, disease, and disaster so that the world’s most vulnerable and hard-to reach people can live with dignity and hope.

As a good communicator with excellent written skills and strong attention to detail, you will have the ability to produce compelling funding applications and donor reports. You will be proactive, highly organised and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. A confident relationship builder, you will enjoy supporting trusts and foundations to engage with Medair's humanitarian work. Whether through direct fundraising experience or transferable skills, you will understand how to communicate effectively with donors and support the development of long-term funding relationships. Comfortable using CRM systems and databases, you will combine creativity, strong administration skills and an understanding of what motivates charitable giving to help grow support for Medair's work. 

Key Activity Areas  

Lead Generation - Trusts and Foundations  

• Support the identification and research of new Trusts and Foundations aligned with Medair's funding priorities, maintaining a pipeline of prospective funders. 

• Manage a portfolio of small and medium-sized Trusts and Foundations, progressing relationships through the donor journey and supporting their ongoing engagement with Medair. 

• Conduct prospect research and prepare donor profiles, briefing notes and background information to support fundraising approaches and applications. 

• Work closely with the Head of Trusts and Foundations to identify opportunities to develop new funding relationships and increase support from existing partners. 

Communications - Trusts and Foundations 

• Prepare high-quality funding applications, letters of enquiry, cases for support and reports for Trusts and Foundations. 

• Support the delivery of stewardship plans for Trust and Foundation partners, helping to ensure funders remain engaged with Medair's work. 

• Build positive relationships with trust representatives through written communications, meetings, events and other engagement opportunities. 

• Ensure all grants are acknowledged appropriately and that donor communications are delivered in a timely manner. 

Planning, Monitoring and Pipeline Management 

• Maintain accurate records of Trust and Foundation activity, applications, grants and contacts within Salesforce. 

• Monitor application and reporting deadlines, ensuring all submissions are completed accurately and on time. 

• Ensure grants are correctly allocated to Medair programmes and that funding information is recorded and tracked throughout the grant lifecycle. 

• Support the monitoring of fundraising performance, pipeline progress and funding opportunities. 

Social Media Support (15%) 

• Working with the Marketing & Communications Manager to plan, create and schedule social media content across Medair UK's channels. 

• Draft engaging social media copy and identify stories, programme updates and supporter content that help communicate Medair's impact to external audiences. 

• Ensure all social media content is consistent with Medair's brand, values and communications guidelines. 

Tasks common to all staff  

• Act as an ambassador for Medair UK at all times when liaising externally and internally. 

• Ensure consistent implementation of Medair brand across all relevant activities. Record information as necessary and comply at all times with requirements for handling personal / sensitive data. 

• Contribute to the annual planning and budgeting cycle, providing appropriate input from your area of responsibility. Adhere to the Medair values and mission at all times. 

Age UK is hiring Portfolio Support Officers! This role will support the delivery of funded programmes, projects and activity, providing support across a portfolio of activity linked to the delivery of services and projects across the Age UK Network.

You'll be supporting with elements of activity and reporting across multiple areas, providing support to the wider Delivery team with communications, general administration, project administration. You will likely play a role in supporting activity reporting, working with colleagues in the Delivery team to contribute to status and performance reporting.

We operate a hybrid-working model, a blend of home and office working. This role will include regular days working from our London office (EC3N 2LB) - currently at least once a week and may involve travel across the UK. Travel costs to the London office are the responsibility of the postholder and are not covered by the charity.

Please note this role is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.

Last date for applications Friday 28^th Aug 2026.

Age UK internal grade: 7L

Must haves:

The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

Experience

• Co-ordinating activities to ensure projects and work programmes are delivered on time and on budget. A, I
• Communicating, both in writing and verbally, with a range of stakeholders. A, I
• Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders to meet objectives. I
• Managing large volumes of communications through multiple channels, including emails, Microsoft Teams, phone calls. I
• Organising meetings and planning and delivering activity to agreed quality standards. A, I
• Experience in preparing governance and progress reports across different streams of activity, projects and programmes. A, I

Skills and knowledge

• Excellent organisational skills and proven ability to track progress of deliverables. A, I
• Excellent IT skills, in relation to Microsoft packages, which should be proficient at a high level. A
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to report on progress in writing and verbally. A, I

Personal attributes

• Confident dealing with people from different levels and backgrounds. I
• Able to work flexibly as part of a team. I

Great to Have's:

The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P

Experience

• Experience of uploading and maintaining content on intranet and internet sites. I
• Experience of delivering services, or working in a similar environment, with older people. I

Skills and knowledge

• Understanding of the issues facing older people. I

What we offer in return

• Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
• Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP
• Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
• Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
• Blue Light Card Scheme
• You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250
• Many additional benefits

Additional Information

Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.

Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.

Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.

Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.

Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.

Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

For a full list of benefits please visit our website.

Are you passionate about helping people overcome barriers and achieve their employment goals? We are seeking an Employment Support Officer to support people experiencing homelessness, or those with a history of rough sleeping, to progress towards sustainable employment through training, volunteering and work experience.

You will work with our residents to create personalised pathways towards employment. You will also work closely with employers, training providers and partner organisations to create new opportunities for our clients.

22.5 hours per week | fixed-term contract (This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility to extend after this time)

Salary: £17, 282 per annum (pro rata based on a 22.5 hour week)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct one-to-one assessments to identify clients’ employment aspirations, skills, experience and support needs.
• Develop and review personalised employment action plans with realistic and achievable goals.
• Provide or sourcing practical employability support, including CV writing, job applications, interview preparation and job search techniques.
• Deliver or source confidence-building and workplace skills development activities.
• Build positive relationships with local employers to create work placements, work experience and employment opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with training providers, support agencies and partner organisations to maximise client support.
• Provide ongoing in-work support to help clients sustain employment and successfully transition into the workplace.
• Maintain accurate client records and monitor outcomes against agreed targets and reporting requirements.

What we are looking for…

We are looking for someone who is motivated by making a positive difference and who can build trusting relationships with individuals facing complex challenges.

You will have:

• Experience of providing employment, careers, welfare, coaching or support services.
• Excellent communication, active listening and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to motivate, empower and support individuals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Experience of building effective relationships with employers, stakeholders and partner agencies.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and database/client management systems.
• An understanding of the barriers faced by people experiencing homelessness, rough sleeping or social exclusion (desirable).
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Requirements and Benefits

Reporting to: Client Services Manager

Location: Harrogate

Benefits include:

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• 33 days (pro rata) annual leave (including bank holidays) pro rata plus birthday leave.
• Healthcare package.
• Travel benefits.
• Workplace pension scheme.

About us

Harrogate Homeless Project provides people experiencing homelessness with a safe place to stay and the support they need to build confidence and move towards independent living.

We work with partners to give people facing disadvantage hope of a different future; we empower people to change their lives.

Harrogate Homeless Project is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief covering letter to Iain McLeod. 

Closing Date: 7 September 2026

We will assess applications as they are received and interview suitable candidates on a rolling basis. Therefore, we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is appointed. Early applications are encouraged.

We are looking for a Fundraising Support Officer to support a wide range of fundraising activities across Dignity in Dying and Compassion in Dying.

This is a varied and practical role supporting campaigns, donor care, and administrative processes. You will play an important part in ensuring our supporters have a positive experience while helping deliver key fundraising initiatives, including new programme development.

This role is ideal for someone early in their career, returning to work, or looking to move into fundraising. We are looking for enthusiasm, organisation and a willingness to learn, and will support you to develop in the role.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for fundraising campaigns, including direct mail activity
• Support the set-up and delivery of new initiatives (e.g. lottery and in-memory giving)
• Respond to supporter enquiries via email and telephone
• Process donations and maintain accurate supporter records using databases (e.g. Raiser’s Edge)
• Support donor communications, reporting and stewardship activity
• Assist with general fundraising administration and team support

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

• Organised, with strong attention to detail
• A clear and confident communicator, able to respond sensitively to supporters
• Proactive and positive, with a willingness to learn
• Comfortable using systems and handling information (training provided)
• Motivated to build a career in fundraising

We welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of experiences, including those with limited formal work experience.

About us

Dignity in Dying campaigns for greater choice, control and access to services at the end of life. Compassion in Dying supports people to understand and exercise their rights, helping them plan for end-of-life care.

Interviews

• Stage 1: Virtual interview – WC 21st September
• Stage 2: In-person interview at our London office – TBC

Central London | £32,721 per Annum | Full-time (35 hours per week) | 1 YR Fix Term Contract

Minimum 3 Days per week in the office during probation, minimum 2days thereafter

Want to make a difference to people’s lives? Then join our small team at Immunodeficiency UK, a charity devoted to supporting people living with poor immune systems.

About Immunodeficiency UK

Our charity aims to create an environment that ensures those affected by immunodeficiency have the knowledge to live fully, manage their condition effectively, and have their health needs understood and addressed by the healthcare system.

Each year we help hundreds of people through our helpline, educational resources, practical support, hardship grants, and our strong patient voice. We work on a range of projects to help improve patient care. You can find out more about our work by visiting our website and reading our annual impact reports..

This is a varied and interesting opportunity working for a charity that goes above and beyond in supporting people with primary and secondary immunodeficiency. The role offers an opportunity to exercise your creativity on varied and interesting projects that can make a real difference. You will receive excellent support and encouragement from our CEO and Trustees.

Responsibilities

As the Digital Communications and Fundraising Officer, you will play a key role in raising the charity's profile and awareness of primary and secondary immunodeficiency, growing supporter engagement, and generating income to support our work.

• You’ll develop and implement a digital communications strategy
• You’ll create and publish content across our website, email, social media and digital publications
• You’ll manage the website, ensuring content is accurate, accessible and up to date
• You’ll produce multimedia content — graphics, video, photography and case studies
• You’ll manage our social media accounts and our monthly newsletter
• You’ll plan and deliver digital fundraising campaigns
• You’ll create fundraising appeals, supporter communications and impact reports
• You’ll gather and share impact stories using a storytelling approach

This job is for you if:

• You’re confident in managing social media and creating digital content
•  Are familiar with email marketing platforms, customer relationship management (CRM) systems and                WordPress
• Have experience in planning and delivering fundraising or marketing campaigns
• Have strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently

Charity or non-profit experience is a plus, as are graphic design or video editing skills.

Diversity and inclusion

Immunodeficiency UK is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

Closing date is Friday 4th September at 5pm. Applications generated by AI will not be considered.

Interviews will take place the week commencing 14th September. 

Boaz Trust relies on the generosity of trusts and foundations to provide accommodation and support for people seeking sanctuary, and to challenge and change the unjust systems that cause destitution, both locally and nationally. We are looking for a Fundraising Officer (Trusts) who can help us sustain and grow this vital income by building positive, long-term relationships with funders, delivering high quality applications and reports as needed. 

The money raised through this role will support Boaz’s work with people who are facing or experiencing homelessness because of their insecure, changing or uncertain immigration status. Our work includes providing safe accommodation and person-centred support, while working towards our mission of ending destitution among people seeking sanctuary.

Day to day, you will research prospective funders, prepare persuasive applications and cases for support, and produce accurate, engaging reports showing what funders’ support has achieved. You will manage a pipeline of applications and reporting deadlines, keep our fundraising database up to date, and work closely with colleagues across Boaz to best communicate the stories, outcomes, and impact from our work. You will communicate directly with existing and potential funders by email, telephone and, where appropriate, in meetings.

We are looking for someone who enjoys building interpersonal relationships with both funders and supporters and team-mates, is skilled at communicating through writing, can turn detailed information into a clear and compelling case for support, and is organised enough to manage several deadlines at once. You will already have experience of trusts fundraising or bid writing. Most importantly, you will be thoughtful, curious and collaborative, be aligned with Boaz’s values and our commitment to the dignity and rights of people seeking sanctuary.

Job Title: Church Engagement and Events Officer 

Responsible to: Senior Fundraising Manager 

Salary: £29,706 – £31,908 

Location: USPG, 5 Trinity Street, London, SE1 1DB 
 

Hours of work: Full time – 35 hours per week (Minimum two days per week in the London office). Occasional weekend and evening work with time off in lieu. The post involves up to 20% travel within Britain and Ireland.Permanent contract. 

The package also includes 

• 8% employer contribution to a pension 

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and additional discretionary leave during the Christmas week 

• Season Ticket Loan 

USPG is the Anglican mission agency that partners with churches and communities worldwide in God’s mission to enliven faith, strengthen relationships, unlock potential and champion justice. You can find out more about our work by visiting our website.

The Job 

Reporting to the Senior Fundraising Manager, this role sits within the Communications, Engagement and Fundraising team. The Church Engagement and Events Officer will play a key role in building relationships with churches, supporters and volunteers across Britain, Ireland and Europe, helping them engage more deeply with USPG's vision and mission. 

You will lead the planning and delivery of USPG's events programme, including the USPG Conference, Founder's Day, In Conversation Dinners and the annual Carol Service, as well as supporting the organisation's presence at festivals, synods and other national events. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will help create inspiring and engaging experiences that raise awareness of USPG's global mission. 

As the first point of contact for many church supporters, you will provide excellent stewardship, support and resources that inspire churches and communities to engage through prayer, giving and action. You will also contribute to the development of USPG's church engagement activity, helping to strengthen supporter relationships and increase engagement across the church year. 

About You  

You are a confident and proactive relationship builder with experience in planning events and working with churches, supporters, volunteers or Christian organisations. You are passionate about helping people engage with mission, justice and the global Church. 

An organised and effective communicator, you can manage multiple projects and events, build strong stakeholder relationships and work independently while contributing to a collaborative team. You are comfortable engaging with clergy, church leaders, volunteers and supporters, and are motivated by USPG's mission and Christian ethos. 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in church engagement, events and supporter relations within a respected international mission agency. If you have the skills, enthusiasm and commitment to help churches connect with God's mission around the world, we'd love to hear from you. 

How to apply 

Please download and complete the attached application form and email it to HR as indicated on the document.

If you would like to discuss the role, please feel free to contact Natasha Bourne, HR Manager. 

Closing Date: 31st August 2026 

Provisional Interview Date: 8th September 2026 

At Bipolar UK, we believe that no one should face bipolar alone. Every day, we work to ensure that people affected by bipolar can access the understanding, support and information they need to live well. As the UK's only national charity dedicated to bipolar, we reach around 10,000 people each month through our peer support services, online community, information resources, research partnerships and campaigns to improve diagnosis and access to care. 

We're entering an exciting period of growth and are looking for a passionate Senior Partnership Officer to help us build the partnerships and funding needed to expand our impact. Could you help us create a future where everyone affected by bipolar has access to timely support and specialist services? 

As Senior Partnership Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in developing and managing high-value relationships with corporate partners, major donors and strategic supporters. You'll identify and secure new partnership opportunities, create compelling funding propositions and steward supporters to deepen their engagement with Bipolar UK. Your work will directly help us reach more people affected by bipolar and deliver life-changing support across the UK. 

Key Details

Location: Flexible, home-based with occasional travel to events and team meetings. 

Hours: 35 hours per week. 

Salary: £35,000 depending on experience. 

Annual Leave: 25 days plus Bank Holidays (with an additional day accrued per each year of service)

Reporting to: Strategic Partnerships Manager. 

What You'll Be Working On

• Building and securing new corporate fundraising and strategic partnership opportunities. 
• Developing tailored partnership proposals and delivering engaging pitches to prospective supporters. 
• Managing and growing relationships with corporate partners, major donors and strategic allies. 
• Working with colleagues across services, fundraising and communications to develop innovative partnership opportunities. 
• Providing excellent stewardship through meetings, events, impact reporting and regular supporter engagement.
• Recording and tracking partnership activity through Salesforce and supporting effective monitoring and evaluation.

This Job Is For You If...

• You're a confident relationship builder who enjoys connecting with supporters and stakeholders. 
• You have experience securing income through partnerships, fundraising or business development. 
• You can create compelling written proposals and communicate persuasively with a range of audiences. 
• You're highly organised and able to manage multiple opportunities and projects simultaneously. 
• You're motivated by making a meaningful difference to the lives of people affected by bipolar. 

At Bipolar UK, we value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you're excited about the role but don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you. Together, we can ensure that more people affected by bipolar receive the support they need.

We're looking for a hardworking and resilient Support Worker to join our Homelessness Service located in Brent. No experience or personal care required, just the right values.

£30,784.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.

Our benefits include:

• Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
• A generous pension - we will contribute up to 8% and life assurance cover up to 3x Pensionable Salary (T&Cs apply)
• Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.

A Support Worker will help to enable vulnerable people with complex support needs to manage their licences and move towards greater independence within the community by providing a flexible and individually tailored support package.

This role will be based at for Pound Lane, which is a high complex needs 24-hour service with same shift pattern.

The working pattern for this role is: - 5 days a week, working over a seven day pattern, weekends included. Shift pattern 8am-4am and late shift 1.30pm-9.30pm

What you'll do:

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.

• Undertake key-working responsibilities for a caseload assigned by the Team Leader / Manager
• Oversee the daily running of the service ensuring all health and safety responsibilities are met
• Raise safeguarding alerts and complete incident reports within specified timeframe
• Undertake initial and continuous assessment of needs and potential risks and agree levels of support and actions
• Create support/action plans for providing appropriate support based on the assessment and reflecting the services and resources available
• Support customers to undertake domestic tasks wherever possible, including practical assistance where they have not yet developed the skills, to ensure customers enjoy a high quality of living standards
• Support customers to move on from the service through their identified move on pathway liaising with our Resettlement Officer and Brent Housing team.

About you:

• Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
• Approachable and open behaviour

What you'll bring:

Desirable:

• Up to NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent.

About us:

We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:

• We focus on Excellence and innovation.
• We are Caring and Compassionate.
• We are Inclusive and Trusted.
• We work in Partnership and are One-Team.

Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Triage & Early Interventions Officer to join the team in Thames Valley working 37.5 hours a week on a fixed term basis until 31st March 2027. This is a home based role; however it is a requirement of our contract that all applicants must reside within Oxfordshire, Berkshire or Buckinghamshire and there is a requirement for occasional travel throughout the whole Thames Valley area to attend Team Days and 121 Meetings.

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

This role is based from home with a requirement for occasional travel to venues across the region to attend Team Days and other meetings as required. You will be working Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm.

As a Triage & Early Intervention Officer, you will be:

• talking to people on the telephone from a variety of different backgrounds, all with different experiences. No two days are the same & you will need to use your communication skills and resilient nature to help those dealing with trauma and the effects of crime, who may have gone through a life-changing experience.
• working within a small supportive team that is part of a large independent charity which offers the opportunity to develop skills to enhance your ongoing personal development.

Previous experience in a similar role would be helpful but is not essential as you will receive robust training prior to working directly with clients. You will also receive ongoing support to ensure that you can provide victims with quick responses to meet their needs and help them cope and recover.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

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.