Carers support and development worker jobs

Our members are looking for an enthusiastic indovidual to join our Network Hope Activities team as staff cover for 9 months.

You will work under the direction of the Project Manager and alongside, tutors to deliver activities, support networks, health and wellbeing and training support to beneficiaries and to recruit, train and support a network of volunteers to facilitate the support groups. 

The role will involve collaboration with other local businesses and third sector organisations to deliver the activities. This Project’s aim is to support vulnerable disabled people (including those with learning disabilities, autism and those affected by mental health issues and their families) through consistent provision of health and wellbeing activities, pathways into employment training, sport and social activities, advice, signposting and peer support based both at our Resource Centre in W10 and out in the community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  
 
1. Supporting Tutors, volunteers, senior staff and beneficiaries 
 
Utilising EPM’s resources to lead in locally sourcing beneficiaries and volunteers from the local community. Liaise with the NHS and Social Services, partner providers and schools, colleges, community centres, voluntary organisations and referral agencies. 

· Facilitate and support local support groups, 

· Plan, arrange and run a variety of activities and training programmes. 

· Recruit and support a network of volunteers to co-facilitate support groups and activities 

· Under the direction of The Project Manager conduct home visits to assess the needs of the families and inform them of support available through Network Hope. 

· Arrange the selection and delivery of healthy food and drinks and running the catering and gardening training groups. 

· Work with sports and fitness tutors to ensure all equipment used in sports/fitness sessions are secure and meet health and safety standards. 

· Coordinate and oversee respite and peer group support to the families. 

· Develop, monitor, update and review individual action plans for all beneficiaries. 

· Conduct evaluation reports (including case studies) and work with senior management to collate the information. 

· Assist senior management in leading  advisory group meetings and lead/facilitate local support group meetings. 

          Other duties as required

Advocate

Part-time: 18.5 hours per week

Band E | £24,915 FTE | £12,457 actual salary + benefits

Hospital based with an element of home working

We have an exciting opportunity for an empathetic and caring individual to join the Patients’ Representative Service working across both Queen’s Medical Centre and Nottingham City Hospital, supporting older and vulnerable people.

Do you have the skills to represent, advocate and support people and their families, enabling them to make informed decisions around a wide variety of issues? Would you like a busy and diverse role which sees you working in hospitals, liaising with statutory and 3rd party organisations to help older and vulnerable people achieve their desired outcomes and get their voices heard? If so, we’d like to hear from you!

Candidates should have a good understanding of the needs and concerns of older and/or vulnerable people. You will be self-motivated, yet a team player, with excellent communication, organisational and strong IT skills, and be committed to the values of Age UK Notts. Experience of providing advocacy is not essential as full training will be given.

As an employee of Age UK Nottingham & Nottinghamshire, you will be eligible for our attractive package which includes 24 days annual leave (Pro Rata), public holidays, flexible working and a 4% employer contribution pension (in line with auto-enrolment rules). You will also have access to a Blue Light Card, BUPA Employee Assistance Programme and a range of retail, travel and lifestyle employee discounts.

Download the job description for full details and follow the link below to apply on our jobs page.

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday, 8th December 2025.

Age UK Notts promotes equality and diversity.

Registered Charity Number: 1067881

Build flexibly on your Charity Career with this person-centred charity supporting unpaid carers

This is a full-time role in a well-established charity based in Twickenham. This role would suit someone who wants to have the opportunity to work flexibly and build their career in the Charity sector with experience of working in social care.

Richmond Carers Centre has the mission to help unpaid adult carers to live a full, active and meaningful life by providing them with advice, information, activities, breaks and emotional support either face to face, by phone or by email to enable them to live well.

As a Support Worker, you will be part of a small, dedicated team and take a lead on providing emotional support to adult carers and a commitment to enhancing their health and wellbeing. Much of your work will involve actively listening to carers, often via the phone support line, providing information, advice and support.

As part of the Adult Carers Support Team, you will also be involved in organising breaks for carers, outreach activities and leisure events, as well as group work to help enhance carers’ health and wellbeing. Part of the role will also aim to improve the identification, recognition and understanding of the needs of adult carers, raise the profile of adult carers and ensure adult carers needs are met. You will also be expected to work with our volunteers and to use appropriate monitoring and evaluation reports to show our funders what we have achieved.

You will be someone:

• Who works in a person-centred way
• Is enthusiastic, empathetic and detail conscious
• Communicates well by phone and in person
• Has an understanding of social care particularly in relation to carers
• Has experience of working with clients who have support needs
• Has experience of producing reports for monitoring and evaluation
• Is numerate and has knowledge of budgeting
• Is able to gather and assess information efficiently and think creatively to come up with solutions
• Has good communication skills including spoken, written and presentational

Main Duties include:

• To provide a regular telephone support-line, face-to-face and email support, offering appropriate, generic advice
• To offer a range of service delivery options and be involved in providing those options e.g., breaks, group work, leisure activities or other outreach activities
• To encourage and assist carers and those they care for to access Care Needs Assessments and Carers Assessments and to take up services that will enhance their lives
• To complete individual grant applications with carers for respite or if they are experiencing financial hardship due to the cost-of-living crisis
• To work where appropriate with other service providers/agencies to promote the carer agenda or jointly deliver carer support issues
• To be proactive in the registration of carers living or caring for someone within the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames
• To keep accurate records of group and individual carer engagement for monitoring and evaluation purposes
• To participate in key events organised by Richmond Carers Centre and other relevant partners to promote services to a wider public

What you are doing now:

• You might be working for or volunteering in a similar charity
• You may be working in social care for a local authority or district council
• You may have the skills we need from some other combination of work and volunteering
• Or you may be looking to return to the workforce after a timeout for personal reasons

In any event if you feel you meet the skills we need, we would like to hear from you

Richmond Carers Centre welcomes and encourages applicants from all sections of the community regardless of their gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Benefits of working for Richmond Carers Centre:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays per year (pro rata)
• Bonus 3 days of annual leave per year over the festive period (subject to Trustee approval)
• Workplace Pension Scheme with Peoples Pension
• Flexible working/option of working from home (subject to CEO approval)
• Equipment and support to be set up to work from home
• Paid time off for medical appointments
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Training and personal development opportunities
• Staff away days and socials
• Access to shared resources and training opportunities
• Supportive and friendly working environment

To apply for the role please send your CV and covering letter outlining how you meet the key requirements for the role to our HR Consultant; Viv Sage.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, therefore please submit your application early to avoid disappointment, as this role may close before the closing date. 

Closing date: Friday 28th November 2025

Shortlisting date: Ongoing throughout with Viv Sage

Interview dates with Richmond Carers Centre: Weeks commencing 8th December and 15th December

Please note interview dates can also be scheduled around these dates to fit with the interview panel and candidates availability.

About Carers Bucks

At Carers Bucks we are committed to making a lasting and positive difference in the lives of unpaid carers across Buckinghamshire - from children as young as five, to adults supporting loved ones, through physical or mental illness, frailty, disability or addiction. We understand that caring can impact a person’s health, wellbeing and future opportunities and we are here to change that. 

Our vision is that every unpaid carer in Buckinghamshire feels recognised, respected and supported in their role – so they can access the right support, at the right time, in a way that works for them – regardless of age, circumstance and cultural or socio-economic background.

Our team is at the heart of everything we do. We foster a positive, supportive working culture where wellbeing matters, and professional development is encouraged and celebrated. 

Our values reflect our core principles and culture. They guide how we engage with service users and how we work as a team. We are

Kind                 
We understand the challenges carers face. With real compassion and empathy we are able to build confidence and resilience in both carers and colleagues. 
Inclusive           
We adapt our services to meet the diverse needs of all carers, making sure they feel seen, supported and empowered in their role. 
Collaborative     
We work together – with carers, partners and one another – to listen, learn and improve outcomes. 
Innovative         
We are curious to find better ways to support carers. We are open to new ideas and committed to improving what we do. 
Reliable             
We are informed, trustworthy and confidential. We do what we say we will - every time. 

As a trusted local charity with over 20 years’ experience, we are continually evolving to meet carer’s needs and improve access to support.  

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, motivated and highly organised Support Worker to join our dedicated Young Carers Service team. Our team of support workers focus on supporting young carers throughout their caring journey, ensuring they feel understood, valued and empowered whilst also providing the opportunities and practical support the young people need to thrive and continue their caring role.

As a Support Worker you will be responsible for assessing the needs of young carers and ensuring they receive appropriate support through Carers Bucks services or other local agencies. The role includes engaging in one-to-one support, delivering targeted group sessions and facilitating clubs and activities. Support Workers will identify and engage young carers through partnerships with schools, health and social care and VCSE communities. 

Your role will be a mixture of working in the community, from home and in our Aylesbury office. Your principal geographic area will be South Bucks. 

Key Responsibilities These include but are not limited to:
1.     Operational Coordination and Planning
·       Receive referrals and undertake YC assessments in your geographical area. Allocate young people to the appropriate level of support they require to fulfil their caring role.
·       Provide planned and time limited one to one support for carers with clear outcomes, using tools such as ‘my life now’ to measure impact of support.
 

2. Service Delivery and Quality
·       Deliver group programmes in response to the needs in your local geographical area, whilst working to available resources.
·       Work with staff and volunteers to deliver regular clubs and activities which provide young carers with the opportunity to have time away from their caring role. 
 

 3. People and Team Development
·       Build a strong relationship with young carers and families in your geographical area and work with the Young Adult Carer Support worker to transition them through services.
·       Work effectively as part of a high performing team to ensure that needs of carers are met. 
 

4. Safeguarding and Inclusion
·       Have a strong understanding of how to receive, respond to and record safeguarding concerns and escalate to a line manager in a timely manner.
·       Demonstrate a strong commitment to implementing and upholding Carers Bucks’ safeguarding policy in everyday practice.

5.     Partnerships and Representation
·       Provide support to schools in a geographical area to run young carers groups, targeted support sessions or drop in’s. 
·       Collaborate with the Adult Carers team and partner organisations to further support carers and make referrals to appropriate services accordingly.
 

6. Performance, Data and Reporting
·       Maintain accurate and up to date records on all aspects of work carried out for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
·       Produce case study summaries to evidence the impact and outcomes of work, in line with requests from the line manager.

About you

Qualifications and Experience

·       Background in youth work, education, social care or the voluntary sector. 
·       Experience of working directly with young people and/or unpaid carers.
·       Experience providing information, advice and guidance to young people and their families.
 

Knowledge and Understanding
·       Strong understanding of young people’s development and the challenges faced by young carers.
·       Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and demonstrated experience in implementing effective safeguarding practices to protect individuals. 
·       Understanding of how compassion, collaboration and reliability build trust and improve outcomes for carers. 
 

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, adaptable across audiences.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload.
• Competent IT user with experience of standard office packages and electronic record systems.
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Personal Attributes

• Commitment to the values and ethos of Carers Bucks.
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle (travel across Bucks required.)
• Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and weekends. Candidates will typically work Thursday evenings until 7pm (usually two times per month). TOIL will be provided for out-of-hours working.

Why join us?
We have recently published our one-year strategy, guiding us through the next phase of our development, ensuring our services are embedded with partners in the community and strengthening the way we work, both with our adult team and with volunteers.

By becoming part of our team, you will:

• Make a lasting impact: Your work will directly support unpaid Young Carers and Young Adult Carers, helping to reduce isolation, promote wellbeing and improve access to support.
• Be part of a supportive, passionate team: You will collaborate with dedicated colleagues who are committed to making a difference and supporting one another.
• Access opportunities for growth: We will support your professional development with training, learning opportunities, and the chance to shape a growing area of work.
• Enjoy flexibility and balance: We offer flexible working arrangements.

If you are seeking a role where your contributions are recognised, your work drives real impact and you can help shape something meaningful, we would love to connect with you.

Employee Benefits Include:

·   25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (increases with length of service)

·   3x Christmas Closure Days

·   Up to 5 days paid Carers Leave

·   Regular training and development opportunities
 

Diversity and Inclusion

We want our services to be representative of the community we serve. We are proud of the diversity within Buckinghamshire and particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.
 

How to apply
Please submit a CV and covering letter via our online portal.  Successful candidates will be invited to a first interview by 24th November 2025.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. If you require any adjustments to the interview process or would like to discuss your access needs in advance, please let us know by emailing us (email address available on our online portal)- we will do our best to accommodate you. 

Benefits

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (increases with length of service)
3x Christmas Closure Days
Up to 5 days paid Carers Leave
Regular training and development opportunities

About Carers Bucks

At Carers Bucks we are committed to making a lasting and positive difference in the lives of unpaid carers across Buckinghamshire - from children as young as five to adults supporting loved ones through physical or mental illness, frailty, disability or addiction. We understand that caring can impact a person’s health, wellbeing and future opportunities and we are here to change that. 

Our vision is that every unpaid carer in Buckinghamshire feels recognised, respected and supported in their role – so they can access the right support, at the right time, in a way that works for them – regardless of age, circumstance and cultural or socio-economic background.

Our team is at the heart of everything we do. We foster a positive, supportive working culture where wellbeing matters, and professional development is encouraged and celebrated. 

Our values reflect our core principles and culture. They guide how we engage with service users and how we work as a team. We are

Kind                 
We understand the challenges carers face. With real compassion and empathy we are able to build confidence and resilience in both carers and colleagues. 

Inclusive         
We adapt our services to meet the diverse needs of all carers, making sure they feel seen, supported and empowered in their role. 

Collaborative   
We work together – with carers, partners and one another – to listen, learn and improve outcomes. 

Innovative       
We are curious to find better ways to support carers. We are open to new ideas and committed to improving what we do. 

Reliable           
We are informed, trustworthy and confidential. We do what we say we will - every time.

As a trusted local charity with over 20 years’ experience, we are continually evolving to meet carer’s needs and improve access to support. This new role is part of that process. 

About the Role

In this newly created role, you will work directly with the CEO, providing oversight and direction to Team Leaders to ensure that services operate effectively and meet contractual requirements. You will be passionate about making a difference to the lives of unpaid carers in Buckinghamshire, with the ability to make an impact quickly.  You’ll bring proven hands-on experience in a similar role working with a team to establish effective and innovative ways to deliver services. 
 

Main Responsibilities 

1. Strategic and Operational Leadership

·       Hold overall accountability for service performance and quality, working through the Adult, Young and Hospital Carers Team Leaders who lead day-to-day operations 

·       Ensure alignment with our strategic priorities and our commissioned outcomes.

·       Contribute as an active member of the Senior Management Team, supporting organisational strategy, planning and delivery.

·       Ensure that all carer services operate cohesively, with smooth transitions between age groups and consistent quality standards.

·       Use data and feedback to drive service improvement and innovation.

2. Service Delivery and Quality

·       Oversee the effective management of the Adult, Young, Young Adult and Hospital teams.

·       Embed a culture of high performance, reflective practice and continuous learning.

·       Ensure strong safeguarding practices are central in all services

·       Ensure systems are used consistently for case management, data recording and reporting.

·       Work with the Diverse Communities Worker and other leads to ensure services are inclusive, culturally sensitive and responsive to the needs of underrepresented groups 

·       Oversee the effective involvement of volunteers within carer services, working with the Volunteer Manager to ensure they are well-supported, trained and valued as integral members of the team.

3. People Leadership and Team Development

·       Foster collaboration and a supportive team culture built on the Carers Bucks values.

·       Line-manage and support the three Team Leads, ensuring clarity of priorities, effective supervision and professional growth.

·       Support wellbeing, resilience and a sense of shared purpose across teams.

4. Safeguarding

·       Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for Carers Bucks, providing advice and guidance to staff on safeguarding issues, ensuring compliance with policy and statutory requirements, and escalating concerns appropriately.

·       Maintain oversight of all safeguarding cases across the organisation and support Team Leaders in their DDSL responsibilities.

5. Partnership and Representation

·       Provide strategic coordination across thematic leads (Diverse Communities, Hospitals, Volunteers) to ensure alignment and shared priorities across services 

·       Represent Carers Bucks strategically with partners across social care, education and health. 

·       Support the CEO in relationships with commissioners, primary and secondary care, schools and VCSE partners to enhance identification and referral of carers.

·       Champion the voice of carers of all ages through partnership boards, networks and other forums.

6. Performance, Impact and Reporting

·       Monitor performance against contract outcomes, KPIs and quality standards.

·       Work with our Data Lead to ensure accurate reporting and a strong evidence base for our work. 

·       Analyse trends and learning to inform service design and improvement.

·       Contribute to quarterly and annual reports for commissioners and trustees.

·       Provide effective feedback upwards to the CEO.

7. Organisational Contribution

·       Contribute to strategic planning, risk management and organisational development.

·       Represent Carers Bucks at events, conference and key campaigns 

·       Lead on the co-design of new approaches, including digital and preventative models.

·       Stay abreast of local and national developments in carers’ policy and practice.

·       Undertake other duties as reasonably required by the Chief Executive.

Personal Attributes, Skills and Experience
 

Essential Experience or Qualifications

• Proven experience of operating at a similar level, leading a services team in the charity sector.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop teams to achieve shared goals.
• Proven ability to quickly make an impact.
• Experience of delivering training or presentations to external audiences.
• Experience of report writing and using data to inform decisions.
• Proven experience of a commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
• Experience of safeguarding principles for both adults and children and experience in applying them.
• A full UK driving licence and or access to own transport.

Desired Experience or Qualifications (not compulsory)

• Previous experience of working with carers, health and social care professionals.

Essential Skills / Knowledge 

• Strategic thinker, able to translate organisational priorities into clear operational plans.
• Confident decision-maker who can balance compassion with accountability.
• Skilled at managing change and fostering a culture of learning and improvement.
• Strong time and project management skills, able to balance competing demands.
• Excellent written, verbal and listening skills, with the ability to adapt communication to different audiences.
• Good general level of IT skills.
• Confident and persuasive when engaging with professionals across health, education, and social care.
• The ability to represent Carers Bucks positively and credibly at a senior and strategic level.
• Skilled in building and maintaining productive partnerships and networks.
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion, and how to embed this in service design and delivery.
• Confident using data and outcomes measures to monitor impact and inform service development.
• Confident with figures. 

Desirable skill / knowledge

• Well-informed about carers’ rights, challenges and available resources.
• Awareness of developments in health, education and social care policy, and their implications for carers.

Personal Attributes

• Empathic, approachable and emotionally intelligent.
• Self-starter who is organised, proactive and solution focused.
• Calm under pressure, able to prioritise and make sound judgements.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with a positive “can-do” attitude.
• Committed to the values and ethos of Carers Bucks and to supporting carers’ wellbeing.
• A willingness to actively participate in training and development opportunities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, occasional evening/weekend work as required. 

Why join us?
We have recently published our one-year strategy, guiding us through the next phase of our development. 

By joining our team, you will:

• Play a key role in shaping our future: You will support the CEO and guide the team as we enter our retender.
• Make a lasting impact: Your work will directly support unpaid Carers of all ages, enabling them to access the right support, at the right time, in a way that works for them.
• Be part of a supportive, passionate team. You will work with dedicated colleagues who are committed to making a difference and supporting one another.

If you are seeking a role where your contributions are recognised, your work drives real impact and you can help shape something meaningful, we would love to connect with you.

Employee Benefits Include:

·       25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (increases with length of service)

·       3x Christmas Closure Days

·       Up to 5 days paid Carers Leave

·       Regular training and development opportunities

Diversity and Inclusion

We want our services to be representative of the community we serve. We are proud of the diversity within Buckinghamshire and particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups.

How to apply
Please submit a CV and covering letter via our online portal.  Successful candidates will be invited to a first interview by 24th November 2025.
 

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. If you require any adjustments to the interview process or would like to discuss your access needs in advance, please let us know by emailing us (email address can be found on application portal) - we will do our best to accommodate you. 

Job Summary

The Head of Operations holds responsibility for our day-to-day delivery, strategic development of our services, and operational team leadership. As our new Head of Operations you will:

• sit on the PiP Senior Management Team and lead our team of circa twenty delivery staff. 
• ensure continuous operational improvement, working with SMT to develop our service and systems, through new projects or ways of working, and champion a learner-led approach to everything we do. 
• champion PiP meeting our regulatory and reporting requirements, manage key relationships including with local authorities, and hold budget responsibility across our service.

Who We Are

PIP is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities or autism to achieve their potential, and to lead lives that are as independent as possible.  

Our mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our students.

What You’ll Need

• Significant experience of working with people with learning disabilities, or a similar vulnerable client group, including knowledge of Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults (SOVA) processes.
• Significant experience of leading and managing a staff team.
• Strong understanding of and commitment to a person-centred approach to working with people with learning disabilities, including planning, progress monitoring and review.
• Experience of liaising with a wide network of agencies and sector professionals in support of student needs.
• Knowledge of national and local legislation and policy affecting people with learning disabilities, including personal budgets. Alongside knowledge of key legislation and processes including on Health & Safety and Risk Skills and abilities 
• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, including the ability to maintain accurate records and produce reports for a variety of internal and external audiences.
• Able to take a lead role in the implementation of major tasks, including contributing to the delivery of key performance management targets and making organisational and systems improvements.
• Able to manage and complete projects successfully, including delegating tasks and monitoring and evaluating progress against outcomes.
• Able to establish, develop and maintain constructive and professional relationships with a wide variety of professionals and carers both internally and externally.
• Able to liaise and work closely with student families, carers and other stakeholders in planning, implementing and monitoring support.
• Able to take a flexible approach to work, including flexible and out of hours working in response to service needs and developments.
• Willing and able to participate actively in a variety of fundraising events and activities, including some evening and weekend events.

What We Offer:

• You'll get 25 days holidays + bank holidays ever year. We're closed for Christmas but the rest of the year you may take leave whenever you wish.
• An extra day of annual leave for each year you've worked with us up to another 5 (30 in total)
• We offer a travel subsidy of up to £7.50 per day to help with the commuting costs.
• We provide a 4% pension contribution
• Free Employee Assistance programme 24/7 with access to counselling
• We offer regular team meals and socials - generally during work hours and they are optional.
• We offer a cycle-to-work scheme and as we're a charity you'll get access to savings like charityworkerdiscounts

Our Mission

PiP's mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our service users.

Our commitments

PiP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly applicants who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as people with lived experience of disabilities and individuals from Black and Minority ethnic communities. 

PiP keeps all personal information confidential and in line with current data protection legislation and GDPR. 

Closing Date: December 5th 2025

We encourage you to apply early, as applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we reserve the right to close the advert sooner subject to finding suitable candidates.  

Women’s Support Worker (Telephone)

Location: East London – Office based

Hours of work: 28 hours per week

Line Manager: Beyond Support Service Manager

Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays

Salary: £30,600 per annum FTE (this includes London weighting)

Pension: 5% employer contribution (with statutory 3% employee contribution)

Contract: Permanent

Beyond the Streets is a UK charity with over 20 years’ experience of partnering with women in the sex industry, to see them safe from coercion, violence and abuse. We deliver trauma-informed, person-centred support, provide training, and create resources and reports informed by research, lived experience, and practitioner experience.

Our ‘Direct Work’ is central to the organisation, and we are looking to recruit a new Women’s Support Worker. Taking a woman-centred approach, your role is to provide phone-based holistic support for women with complex needs who want support or to exit the sex industry. We are looking for someone with energy, motivation and experience of working with vulnerable adults; someone who a highly developed sense of self-awareness who can work in a gender and trauma informed way.

This role will be part of a small team of support workers, and a service manager, who deliver a call and email-based case work system. You will have frontline experience of working with individuals who experience multiple disadvantage. This might be in the VAWG sector, domestic abuse, substance misuse, mental health or counselling or direct experience of women in the sex industry. You will have a good understanding of working with vulnerable people and be aware of the need and processes around Safeguarding adults and children.

You’ll be…

• Compassionate – communicate well with women using their chosen methods to support individuality
• Encouraging – promote empowerment and independence where possible & encourage women to achieve personal goals
• Supportive – provide support to ensure the safety & wellbeing of women using our services
• Observant – monitor & report any changes in health or circumstances of women as part of safeguarding their well-being
• Engaging – support women to engage in the local community where possible

You’ll enjoy…

• Competitive pay
• Flexible working
• Career opportunities– develop yourself and your career with a reputable national organisation in the VAWG sector
• Personal development allowance– to further your work-based skills and knowledge
• Cycle to work scheme– tax free allowance to buy
• Tech Buying Scheme– spread the cost of personal technology equipment and homeware across 12 months via payroll
• Travel season ticket loan scheme– an interest-free loan to enable team members to purchase a season ticket for travel between their usual place of residence and their usual place of work
• Clinical supervision– all staff are entitled to clinical supervision on request. A place to discuss work issues and challenges, and their emotional impact, on a regular basis
• Blue light discount– a well-recognised national discount card scheme. For only £4.99 for two years’ membership, the discounts are large, and widely accepted
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)– a confidential and independent service designed to help you deal with personal and professional issues that could be affecting your home life, work life, health, and general wellbeing. EAP is available to you and to your immediate family

You’ll need…

• Good understanding of working with individuals with a variety of support needs, including social, emotional, physical and practical
• Commitment to providing quality, women-lead support
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including listening, reflecting, summarising and agreeing actions
• Patience, compassion, non-judgemental and motivational attitude
• Resilience to work with women who have often experienced trauma
• A responsible, dedicated and flexible approach to work
• Competent IT knowledge and computer skills

When you join, you’ll receive a structured induction and training plan, including access to all our in-house paid training.

Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR)
Due to nature of this role in working alongside women with lived experience of violence against women, this post is restricted to female applicants under Section 9 of the Equality Act 2010.

All roles are subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

To apply:

Please read our application pack and complete our standard application form both available via out recruitment platform, where you can then upload them. Click 'Apply' here on Charity Job to access this.

We are Hestia. We make a difference.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Lewisham Mental Health Accommodation. 
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
In this role, you will engage service users in regular, comprehensive assessments and collaboratively develop person-centred support and safety plans. Working closely with the Service Manager and Team Manager, you will assess referrals, create and review support plans, safety management strategies, and move-on plans in partnership with service users. You will build strong relationships with external agencies, families, carers, and other key supporters to ensure holistic recovery plans. The position involves promoting social inclusion by enabling participation in activities and skills development opportunities, as well as advising on access to health services, education, training, and employment in conjunction with specialist workers.
You will help maintain a safe and recovery-focused environment through health and safety checks and follow-up on repairs, while supporting adherence to occupancy agreements, including rent payments. Flexibility is ke
y, as you will work as part of a team to ensure service coverage and contractual obligations, including participation in a rota. Additionally, you will assess carers' needs and signpost them to appropriate services.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to convince and persuade others effectively. They will use collaborative and adaptable interpersonal approaches when working with colleagues and stakeholders, operating professionally and ethically to gain trust and respect. Excellent IT and digital skills are essential, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: composing bids and reports in Word, creating and managing spreadsheets in Excel, preparing presentations in PowerPoint, and managing emails and calendars in Outlook. Additionally, the role requires the ability to maintain and develop the contracts database in collaboration with IT colleagues.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.

Join us!

 Contact is a national charity for families with disabled children. We provide information, advice and support, and bring families together so they can support each other. We campaign to improve their circumstances, and for their right to be included and equal in society.

Your role:

To support the development of the new Co-Production project in Ealing in partnership with Ealing Mencap and the EPCF

 To provide organisational and administrative support to the project and SG meetings

· To communicate with parents and parent volunteers supporting the project

·To facilitate and manage the new Co-Production Steering Group with partners and professionals from the LA

·To communicate on a regular basis with partners and LA services

·To act as first point of contact for queries about the project from parents and partners

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

1 Provide information, advice and support to parents/carers of disabled children individually and in group sessions

2 Signpost parents/carers to appropriate services for their whole family provided by the statutory sector, voluntary sector and Umbrella

3 Supporting parents/carers to access and engage with services as appropriate

4 To hold a small caseload of families who need early intervention support, providing those families with more intensive support including regular telephone calls, home visits, signposting and attending meetings and appointments with them.

5 To work closely with Umbrella teams, ensuring a smooth handover

6 Develop and maintain strong and effective working relationships with staff working with disabled children and their families employed by other local agencies

7 Develop a high level of knowledge of local services

8 Facilitate a comprehensive range of well supported parent support groups across the area, taking account of geographical and community issues

9 Supporting and directing volunteers to provide peer support and help with group activities

10 Collating and reporting on relevant statistical and other performance information

11 Working with parents/carers to continually improve the service. 

General Responsibilities

1 Manage and organise your own time and activities to ensure tasks are prioritised, and agreed deadlines are met

2 Assist with the marketing and promotion of the service

3 Work closely with Parent /Carer Forums and Information, Advice Support Services.

4 Take an active part in continuing to develop own knowledge and skills relevant to the job, attending training as required

5 Keep clear and comprehensive case notes

6 Maintain confidentiality

7 Support parents/carers and young people to express their views

8 Work with parents to identify and develop new ways of providing effective support to parents, including the use of ICT and social media

9 To contribute to Umbrella service reports and bulletins.

Other Requirements

In accordance with relevant legislation, to take all reasonable care of your health, safety, and welfare and that of other people and premises affected by your work

In discharging the duties and responsibilities set out in the job description to ensure compliance with Equal Opportunities policies and principles.

In order to achieve the objectives of Umbrella, the post holder will need to work flexibly, including out of hours

This is not a full and complete statement of duties and responsibilities, which may be amended in the light of changing needs of parents and carers, after consultation with the post holder

Join Our Team as a Fostering Practice Manager – Wales Fostering Service

We're offering an exciting opportunity to become a Fostering Practice Manager within our dedicated Wales Fostering Team. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will lead a team of skilled and passionate Supervising Social Workers, ensuring they deliver exceptional supervision, support, and training to foster parents and their families. Your leadership will help foster parents provide trauma-informed care that transforms the lives of children and young people.

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Lead and inspire your team to meet evolving service demands through high-quality supervision and adherence to fostering regulations in Wales.
• Support recruitment and retention of foster carers, contributing to strategic development and service improvement.
• Collaborate with external partners, including local authorities, health and education professionals, and child welfare organisations, to ensure holistic care for children and families.

We're looking for a driven individual with substantial supervisory experience in social care, ready to take the next step in their career. Whether you're an experienced Team Manager, Deputy Manager, or a seasoned leader seeking a fresh challenge, this role offers a platform to share your expertise and make a lasting impact.

You'll be part of a supportive and knowledgeable team, with access to coaching, mentoring, and leadership development from the Operations Manager, Assistant Head of Business, and wider service colleagues.

What We're Looking For:

• A relevant professional qualification and current registration.
• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience, with strong knowledge of fostering regulations in Wales.
• Experience in recruitment strategy development or collaboration with Recruitment/Marketing Officers.
• Confidence using social media platforms to promote fostering and enhance visibility across Wales.
• Proven ability to lead organisational change, manage performance, and drive service excellence.
• Strong communication skills, especially in complex or challenging situations.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

Join Barnardo's North West Fostering Service as a Supervising Social Worker

Barnardo's is one of the UK's leading children's charities, and our North West Fostering Service is committed to providing safe, nurturing, and supportive homes for children and young people. We are now seeking a passionate and skilled Supervising Social Worker to join our dedicated team.
 

About the Role

As a Supervising Social Worker, you will play a vital role in supporting foster carers to provide high-quality care. You will:

• Supervise, support, and develop foster carers to ensure the best outcomes for children.
• Undertake assessments of prospective foster carers.
• Contribute to the matching process and foster home stability.
• Work collaboratively with children, families, carers, and professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely records in line with regulatory requirements.
• Delivering training to foster carers
   

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

• A qualified Social Worker (DipSW, CQSW, or equivalent) registered with Social Work England.
• Experienced in fostering or children's social care.
• Skilled in building strong, supportive relationships.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Able to work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends.
   

Why Barnardo's?

• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Access to high-quality training and development.
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
• Opportunities to grow within a respected national charity.
   

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about improving the lives of children and supporting foster carers to thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.
 

Pay & Reward Framework

We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values.  We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people. 

For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay. 

Whilst the full pay band and salary range is advertised, our approach to starting salaries is to appoint between the minimum to mid-point of the pay band – this ensures that pay steps are available to reward our colleagues annually based on their contribution to excellence and alignment to our values and behaviours.  More details on Barnardo's pay framework can be found upon application. 

Benefits

Workplace Offer: What it means for you

Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, in the community, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or depending on the role any combination of these. Please read through the advert carefully to understand the remits of hybrid working that will be specific to the role.

• Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
• Annual Leave entitlement for full-time colleagues is 26 days per annum, increasing to 27 days per annum, after 3 years Barnardo's service, 29 days per annum, after 5 years Barnardo's service and 30 days per annum, after 7 years Barnardo's service. Those working less than full time are entitled to the same level of holiday pro rata
• The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our HolidayPlus scheme
• A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options
• Service related sick pay from day 1
• Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution
• Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
• Cycle2work scheme
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal
• 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
• Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
• Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
• Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer

*T&C's apply based on contract

Engagement & Activity Practitioner

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Job Title: Engagement & Activity Practitioner

Salary:  £26,854 per annum (increasing to £29,838 per annum after 18 months) + £750 per annum Homeworking Allowance and £4,184 London weighting per annum- (if eligible)

Hours: 35 Hours per week 

Contract: Permanent Role

Location: Home-based, with regular travel required to support children and young people in foster families in South London & South-East. Travel also requires the postholder to attend staff meetings and team away days in South/East London

As a ‘not for profit’ organisation, TACT puts the needs of our children and carers first and look to appoint individuals who are as passionate about fostering as we are. We are a homeworking organisation, and we pride ourselves on our flexible working opportunities, available from day one, an extensive wellbeing programme and our benefits package, all curated to nurture a healthy work life balance for all our employees so they can give an excellent service to our carers and the young people and children we care for.

TACT invests all surplus income into services, staff, carers, and child development. This means that we have been able to invest unique projects like TACT Connect, our unique and ground-breaking scheme for TACT care experienced young people and adults,  as well as our expanding Education and Health services. All our activities are built on our commitment to becoming a fully trauma informed organisation, in line with our key values and ethos.

We will also invest in your learning, supporting your growth and development during your employment with TACT.  You will be encouraged to attend personal and professional development opportunities and will have access to learning and resources to empower you to advance your knowledge and skills.

In 2024 TACT became one of the top 5 charities to work for in the UK, placing 5th in the UK Best Companies Work For survey results , and a top 25 mid-sized company to work with across the whole of the UK.   97% of our people feel proud to work with TACT and think that TACT cares about their wellbeing, while 92% of our people would say they “ love working for TACT”.

As an Engagement and Activity Practitioner, you will be a part of our amazing team of professionals working with our organisational values at the heart of their everyday practice.

We are looking for someone with experience in running group and individual activities and who is willing to engage in physical activities with children and young people.  

This role requires the candidate to meet with children and young people in person across the South London & South-East regions, and to work flexibly around hours and days, including weekends.

The successful candidate will be required to attend regular monthly face-to-face meetings in London, as well as other face-to-face meetings such as training and team wellbeing events.

If you want to be valued as a professional, be appreciated at work and contribute to better outcomes for the children and young people connected with TACT, apply now.  

Overall Duties of the Engagement & Activity Practitioner will include:

• Being an accessible point of contact for the children living with our carers and to our young people, keeping them up to date with the facilities and opportunities available with TACT.
• Supporting interventions and activities to ensure stable placement arrangements.
• Being able to transport children and young people to events, appointments and meetings (mileage reimbursed).
• Organising and participating in virtual and face-to-face events and occasional residential meet-ups.
• Managing all paperwork associated with events and activities.
• Willingness to work flexibly, according to deadlines and needs of our families.
• Undertaking trauma-informed direct work with children and young people.
• Liaising with our Supervising Social Worker team.

 TACT offer an excellent employee benefits package including:

• 31 days paid holiday plus 8 annual bank holidays.
• Progression to salary target rate upon completion of 18 months service.
• 45p per mile for business travel.
• Flexible working arrangements (including compressed hours, flexibility around core hours, volunteer days policy).
• Family friendly policies.
• Homeworking ‘bundle’ including annual allowance, IT equipment and a loan for home office set up.
• Help@Hand Employee Assistance Programme (including CBT counselling, 24/7 remote GP appointments, physiotherapy, mental health support and second opinions on serious diagnosis).
• An hour a week of live, expert led activities through the Annual Employee wellbeing Programme.
• Menopause Policy and free Menopause Clinician Appointments.
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme (salary sacrifice).
• Fantastic learning and development opportunities for all roles.

An Enhanced DBS clearance is required for this role and will be processed by TACT on your behalf.

Closing Date: Monday, 8th December 2025

Interview Date: Wednesday, 17th December 2025 (via Microsoft Teams)

Safeguarding is everyone’s business and TACT believes that only the people with the right skills and values should work in social work.  As part of TACT’s commitment to safeguarding, we properly examine the skills, experience, qualifications, and values of potential staff in relation to our work with vulnerable young children.  We use rigorous and consistent recruitment approaches to help safeguard TACT’s young people.  All our staff are expected to work in line with TACT’s safeguarding policies.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than advertised if the volume of applications is excessive, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.

TACT does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies, nor the fees associated with them.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Peer Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Mental Health and Complex Needs Service at Coxley House.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

The main purpose of the role is to provide excellent quality support and interventions to clients with mental health needs who require early intervention and prevention support . You will support clients throughout their time in service and empower them with the skills to cope independently. You will carry out support and interventions in line with organisational values and the ethos of recovery and co-production, as well as in line with policies and procedures

What do I need to bring with me?

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

Here's what the team will be looking for:

The ideal candidate will have lived experience of mental health care pathways, including emergency department attendance, acute admissions, and engagement with community mental health services. They will demonstrate a strong understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with diverse mental health conditions and be able to communicate effectively while providing compassionate, respectful support. The ability to rapidly build and maintain trusting relationships with service users, carers, peer workers, and professionals is essential. Candidates must possess excellent listening and verbal communication skills to engage appropriately with individuals in crisis and collaborate with statutory and voluntary agencies, both face-to-face and over the phone. A good knowledge of local mental health recovery tools, wellbeing resources, and support services is required, along with the ability to assess needs, risks, and aspirations and provide accurate and empathetic signposting to appropriate services.

Interview Steps

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

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

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

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

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

We are a disability confident employer

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

Safeguarding Statement

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