Communications engagement manager jobs in mill hill, greater london
About the role:
At Single Homeless Project (SHP), we believe everyone deserves access to the care they need to live well - and that’s where you come in. We’re offering an exciting new opportunity to shape how health support is delivered within our innovative Camden Housing First service. As Health Lead, you won’t just be part of a team - you’ll be pioneering a vital, human-centred approach to health within homelessness services. It’s a chance to make a deep and lasting impact, not only on individual lives but on how we work with health systems across the borough.
This is a role for someone who wants to grow a meaningful career while helping others to rebuild their lives. You'll work directly with people who are often overlooked by traditional systems, taking the time to build trust, understand their needs and walk alongside them on their journey to better health. From completing health assessments and designing personal health support plans, to leading multidisciplinary meetings and opening doors to essential services - you'll be the link between individuals and the support they deserve. Your insight will also help us map local services, influence partnerships and drive forward more inclusive healthcare approaches.
You’ll be part of a psychologically informed environment, where trauma-informed care and understanding complex needs are part of everyday practice. At SHP, we’re committed to developing our people - this role offers a strong foundation for a career with real purpose, backed by expert training, team support and opportunities to grow with us.
About you:
- A knowledge of (or willingness to learn) about common health issues and the barriers to health access that people experiencing homelessness may encounter.
- Ability to find ways to engage and develop relationships with clients who may have a low level of interaction with and/or suspicion of services.
- Good understanding of local level health set up/services i.e. homeless health providers and teams.
- Confidence in working both as part of a team and independently.
- Skills and understanding of creating and monitoring support plans and record-keeping with regards to client support, safety and safeguarding issues.
- Skills and understanding of data collection and producing reports.
- The ability to advocate for and coordinate access to health care for clients with multiple disadvantage.
About us:
Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life.
We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 12,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.
We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for individuals in need.
Important info:
Closing date: Sunday 22nd June at midnight
Interview date: Wednesday 9th and Thursday 10th July at SHP Head Office in Kings Cross
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.




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About Compassion
Compassion is a Christian child development charity that sees beyond poverty to the incredible potential God has placed in every child and family. Partnering with more than 8,900 local churches in 29 countries, we work to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name.
About the role
We are looking for a Head of Strategic Partnerships (Church of England) to join our Church Partnerships Team at Compassion UK. In this pivotal role, you will shape and lead our strategy to engage with Church of England leaders, events, and networks across the UK.
Your work will help us achieve ambitious growth targets in child sponsorship and transformational giving.
Home-based, within a commutable distance to central London
⏰ Hours Full-time, 35 hours per week with flexible working pattern
You need to have
- Strong knowledge and experience of the Church of England including leadership structures, networks, theology, and mission culture
- Proven success in building strategic relationships, ideally within a church, ministry, or mission organisation
- Confidence and clarity as a public communicator with experience preaching or speaking at events
- Demonstrated ability to lead growth strategies and manage complex partnerships
- Experience in sales or fundraising, with the ability to manage full partnership development cycles
- Excellent self-motivation and organisation, with the ability to work independently in a dispersed team
- Personally committed to the Christian faith. You can read more about this in our Policy on Posts to be Held by Christians.
This is a unique opportunity to use your gifts and play a vital role in strengthening Compassion UK’s mission. By cultivating meaningful partnerships within the Church of England, you will help release more children from poverty in Jesus’ name.
If you’re passionate about the Church of England and want to see children released from poverty in Jesus’ name, this could be your calling.
In return, you will get
- Flexible and sociable working environment
- Time in Lieu offered
- Pension scheme with 10% employer contribution
- Income Protection & Group Life cover
- Private Medical & Dental cover
- Celebrating life milestones such as, birthdays, newcomers, weddings, babies etc
- Weekly team prayers and devotionals
- Compassion updates and worship events
We encourage you to read the full job description to see if this role aligns with your skills and aspirations!
We work in 29 countries partnering with 8,600 local churches within communities experiencing poverty.



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The voluntary sector in the UK achieves amazing impact every day for people, society and our environment but it's not always as good at measuring and communicating that impact. That's where you come in....
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Impact and Evaluation expert to join our growing team. The role involves managing a portfolio of VCSE clients and providing comprehensive support to their monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) needs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of MEL methodologies, data collection techniques, data analysis, report writing, stakeholder engagement, and a passion for improving social outcomes through evidence-based evaluation.
Charity Fundraising Ltd provides a comprehensive range of fundraising, strategic consultancy and evaluation services to Charities and other not-for-profit organisations. Established in 2000, Project and Programme Evaluation and MEL support has grown to become a core component of our service offer. We work with lots of amazing charities, both local and national, small and large, across the UK, covering themes such as: Homelessness; addiction; youth; community; disability; mental health; minoritised groups; medical conditions; heritage; environment and more.
This is a remote role but candidates must reside in and have the right to work within the United Kingdom. Please note that applications will only be considered where the screening questions are fully completed.
Main Duties:
- Managing a portfolio of VCSE and public sector clients and coordinating projects with colleagues, client staff members and trustees.
- Conducting comprehensive external project and programme evaluations for clients.
- Developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation frameworks at project, programme and organisational level.
- Develop impact reports that clearly communicate organisational outcomes and impact
- Collaborating with client staff and trustees to understand and address their evaluation needs.
- Analysing and reporting on project outcomes and impacts, utilising data analysis techniques to identify patterns, trends, and insights from evaluation findings.
- Plan and lead M&E workshops and training events with clients.
- Collaborating closely with line managers and colleagues to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Supporting our fundraising clients to enhance their monitoring and impact reporting systems and processes and using monitoring data to feed into project / programme design and development
- Support clients and colleagues to develop consultation tools and undertake consultation with service users, partners and other stakeholders
- Participating in the promotion of the company’s services, including responding to client enquiries, discussing needs and developing proposals
- Research and identify new business opportunities and work with colleagues to develop
- General administrative duties, including maintaining records in line with our Quality Management System (QMS).
- Other duties as assigned by the line manager.
Person Specification:
Essential Qualities / Skills / Experience:
- A successful track record of undertaking voluntary sector project / programme evaluations and developing M&E frameworks.
- Experience of designing and developing monitoring frameworks / tools and undertaking quantitative and qualitative primary research
- Research and analysis skills such as literature review and secondary data analysis
- Ability to chart and visually communicate data and findings in effective and compelling ways
- A team player with a confident manner and a professional, flexible, positive and studious approach to the work.
- A passion for supporting the voluntary sector in the UK to better achieve it’s aims
- Experience in key social issues within the UK
- An ability to quickly develop a detailed understanding of wide ranging and complex topics.
- A high standard of written English with an ability to produce concise and persuasive prose.
- High level computer literacy, for word processing, graphic report layout design, data analysis, record keeping, and web-based research.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Close attention to detail.
- An ability to manage projects with multiple contributors and stakeholders.
- A strong ability to work with data using spreadsheets and other software tools.
Desirable Qualities / Skills / Experience:
- Broad understanding of key health, social welfare and other issues in the UK that the voluntary sector seeks to address.
- Presentation skills and experience in training / mentoring.
- Experience of promoting and selling consultancy services.
- Relevant professional qualifications, memberships and evidence of CPD.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As our Befriending Service Coordinator, you will lead the further development and coordination of our befriending offer, working closely with volunteers and service users. Your work will help provide a supportive, connected service enabling those at risk of isolation to feel connected and engaged with others.
Our broader offer includes a range of services with tailored support through holistic understanding of those who seek our support. Please see our website for our range of services.
What you’ll do:
- Lead the delivery of our individually tailored befriending service, supporting clients to reconnect to community and reduce isolation.
- Work with the other teams to support your clients in accessing our wider services and support, including social activities.
- Build strong partnerships with local groups and services across health, social care and the voluntary sector.
- Use and support the team of existing befriending linked volunteers and develop further recruitment and training as needed.
Who you are:
You have experience working in older people services or the voluntary sector, and a deep understanding of the challenges faced by older people. You’re proactive, organised, and passionate about delivering person-centred support that makes a real difference.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a small, caring team committed to practical, person-centred support for older people both through groups and as individuals. This is a unique chance to shape a growing service and improve the quality of life for older people in your community.
Closing date for applications: 30 June 2025 at 9am. Interview dates: week beginning 30 June 2025.
Please see website for more information on our organisation.
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Role Summary
Are you a dynamic and community-minded leader ready to shape services that make a difference?
Young Barnet Foundation is seeking a passionate and strategic Head of Member Development to strengthen our relationships with members and the wider community, enhance support across the voluntary and community sector, and champion the voices of children, young people, and families across Barnet. This role will lead on service development, community engagement, partnership building, and capacity strengthening, ensuring that our members and the communities they serve thrive.
About Young Barnet Foundation
Young Barnet Foundation (YBF) is a membership-based charity supporting over 200 local charities, community groups, and social enterprises working with children, young people, and their families in the London Borough of Barnet.
We are proud partners in Barnet Together and part of a national network of over 30 Young People’s Foundations (YPFs) that support the local voluntary and community sector through collaboration, funding support, partnership brokering, and capacity building. YBF works under a guiding ethos of Generous Leadership, placing partnership and shared learning at the heart of its approach.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Community Engagement & Leadership
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Lead the development and delivery of YBF’s community services strategy in line with organisational priorities and the needs of our members.
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Drive forward inclusive and meaningful community engagement, ensuring services are informed by local voices, lived experience, and insight.
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Strengthen YBF’s position as a key community convener and trusted partner across Barnet’s VCFSE and statutory sectors.
Membership Support & Capacity Building
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Provide oversight and innovation in YBF’s membership offer, including training, networking, and 1-to-1 support.
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Lead on developing and managing strategic partnerships that benefit the local community and YBF members.
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Support member organisations in accessing funding, building resilience, and improving impact measurement.
Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact
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Oversee the measurement of outcomes and the collection of community intelligence, aligning activity with YBF’s Theory of Change.
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Ensure YBF’s community engagement activities are evidence-based, inclusive, and high-impact.
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Prepare reports, case studies and recommendations to inform internal planning and external reporting.
Stakeholder & Partnership Development
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Represent YBF at senior stakeholder forums, including local authority meetings, networks, and strategic collaborations.
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Support the CEO in developing and delivering YBF’s stakeholder engagement plans in collaboration with internal teams.
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Ensure open and accessible pathways for the community to shape and engage with YBF’s work.
Team & Organisational Leadership
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Line manage a team, providing clear leadership, supervision, and support for professional development.
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Contribute to YBF’s senior leadership discussions and organisational planning.
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Support cross-team collaboration and continuous improvement across the organisation.
Person Specification
Essential
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Proven track record in community engagement and development within the voluntary sector, or related areas.
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Significant experience of managing people and services within the charity, community or public sectors.
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Excellent relationship-building and partnership development skills.
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Experience using data, insight and impact measurement to inform service design and delivery.
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Ability to represent an organisation confidently in external forums and high-level meetings.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Demonstrable commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism.
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A collaborative, values-led leader with a passion for community development.
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Proficient in the use of the Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Project, etc)
Desirable
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Knowledge of the London Borough of Barnet or similar diverse contexts.
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Experience managing budgets and/or contributing to income generation.
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Understanding of local government and VCFSE sector policy environments.
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Working knowledge of Salesforce CRM
Every Child and Young Person in the Borough of Barnet has access to activities, opportunities and support services which meet their needs.
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Global Policy and Campaigns Planning and Performance Lead
Contract: Permanent, Fulltime, 35 hours per week
Location: London, UK, subject to the right to work (other locations can be considered)
UK Hybrid Working: A minimum of 40% of working time is spent face to face, either in London office, or as a result of external engagement or travel for WaterAid. WaterAid is located at Canary Wharf, London and this will be your location and contract base.
*60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid is currently defined as: 60% of an employee’s time in a location of their choice, 40% face to face, defined as in the London office, at conferences or at stakeholder meetings or other location as relevant for the proper performance of the duties of the role.
Salary: £57,415 - £60,436 with excellent benefits
About WaterAid:
Want to use your skills in planning, M&E and project management to play a vital role in making clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene for everyone everywhere?
We need passionate, creative and dedicated people. In return, you will be encouraged and empowered to be yourself at your very best. Together, we will make a bigger difference.
Join WaterAid as Global Policy and Campaigns Planning and Performance Lead to change normal for millions of people so they can unlock their potential, break free from poverty and change their lives for good.
About the Team:
This role reports directly to the Executive Director of WaterAid’s Global Policy and Campaigns (GPAC) team and is a member of GPAC’s Senior Management Team (SMT). GPAC sets WaterAid’s 10-year policy agenda and positions, supporting colleagues across all levels to advocate on this agenda and bring WaterAid together to advocate for change on a set of global priorities. We also directly influence decision-makers at global and regional levels on these priorities as well as bringing in external political insights into the organisation to increase our collective effectiveness.
About the Role:
As GPAC’s Planning and Performance Lead you will help us understand how the department is contributing towards WaterAid’s global strategy and maximise our global impact. The role will support GPAC’s work by leading the planning and performance assessment work, focussing on ensuring that the advocacy activity delivered across the department is aligned and working towards the same outcomes.
The role will work closely with the Directors in GPAC’s SMT and with members of the International Programmes Department (IPD) SMT to ensure that both departments’ plans are aligned. It will also engage with key Federation members involved in global policy, advocacy and campaigns work, with the WaterAid International Secretariat, and with the Global and UK performance, strategy and planning teams.
In this role, you will lead the design of the planning process for the department to deliver annual plans, ensuring alignment with similar processes in key Federation members and other departments, as well as being integrated with the wider organisation’s planning cycles.
You’ll also:
- Project manage the implementation of the planning process, working in close coordination with GPAC SMT directors as well as and as relevant with other WaterAid, Member and WaterAid International directors.
- Lead the process to deliver an M&E framework for GPAC (including new metrics as relevant), that balances the effort required with the need to drive data informed decisions and actions.
- Run the quarterly and annual reporting cycle, working with senior leaders in GPAC to deliver high quality data, run learning sessions to reflect on the data to enable data driven and effective decision making.
- Manage the regular collation of data across the department and shared to the wider organisation, including to the Executive and Board reporting processes
- Represent GPAC in wider WaterAid UK and global groups around performance and planning.
- Support GPAC to partner closely with IPD to track Country Programme support requests, and use insights to inform strategic planning of the department.
- Be the internal communications lead for the department on matters related to planning and performance, working with the central internal communications function as appropriate.
Requirements
To be successful, you’ll need:
- Experience of leading performance and planning cycles within complex organisations.
- Background in M&E within NGO or comparable contexts. Understands the complexity around assessing performance.
- Excellent project management skills to optimise the use of resources; manage multiple projects and conflicting priorities using insightful interpretation and resourceful solutions.
- Ability to think strategically across complex and fast-moving environments; able to concentrate on the big picture and respond to trends and shifts in the wider world.
- Collaborative: able to work with teams from a variety of backgrounds and build credibility and trust with key stakeholders.
- Able to facilitate group discussions to develop and drive forward strategic plans and work.
- Organised, efficient, with a high level of attention to detail.
- Comfortable with working with incomplete data and high levels of ambiguity and uncertainty.
- Working style that reflects WaterAid’s values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation.
Although not essential, we also prefer you to have:
- Background in Policy or Advocacy or knowledge of global advocacy M&E.
View full job description here
Closing Date: Applications will close 12:00 PM UK Time on Monday, 16 June 2025.
Availability for the first round virtual interview is required week commencing Monday 23 June 2025. Availability for the final round virtual interview is required week commencing Monday 30 June 2025.
How to Apply: Click ‘Apply’ to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV and an essential cover letter.
Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application? At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.
Pre-employment screening: To apply for this post, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to the applicable laws in the respective countries to comply with our Safer Recruitment policy. All our UK-based vacancies require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Benefits
- 36 days' holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
- Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
- We offer a generous pension plan with employer contribution of up to 10%
- Wide range of flexible and agile-working arrangement
- Season Ticket Loan
- Free annual eye tests
- Pay as You Give charitable giving scheme
- Enhanced Maternity and Adoption/Surrogacy pay, Shared Parental Leave and Paternity Leave
- Sabbaticals
- Volunteer Day
Our Global Commitment:
Our People Promise:
We will work with passion and focus to ensure safe and sustainable water, toilets and hygiene are available to everyone, everywhere. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to put the wellbeing of our people first, to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.
Equal opportunities:
We are an equal opportunity, disability-confident employer and are dedicated to achieving the highest standards of diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions and ways of life. This includes, but is not limited to, race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, national or social origin, health status, and economic or social situation.
Safeguarding:
We are also committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. As a safeguarding measure, WaterAid carries out background checks on all potential employees. This is done following the conclusion of recruitment and prior to assuming full employment.
Our vision is a world where everyone, everywhere has sustainable and safe water, sanitation and hygiene.





The Woodland Trust is looking for a Property and Carbon Projects Coordinator who will coordinate day-to-day management of the Woodland Trust’s land and property processes, and third-party carbon projects, particularly in Scotland where the majority of our carbon projects are under development
The Role:
• Support the delivery of Woodland Carbon Code projects by producing documentation, managing project data, and helping meet compliance and audit requirements.
• Act as a first point of contact for Land & Property queries and communications, ensuring smooth and professional engagement.
• Provide administrative support, including managing purchase orders, sales invoices, and maintaining estate and land data systems.
• Assist with the creation of estate reports, legal documentation, and processes for site-specific data collection.
• Conduct or support WCC validations both on and off the estate and liaise with landowners on carbon projects, helping track progress and ensure verification standards.
• Build strong internal and external relationships to support project delivery and stay informed on evolving carbon standards and market developments.
• This role includes a mix of working from home and at one of our regional offices.
The Candidate:
We’re looking for someone who can bring or is keen to develop the following:
• A good understanding of - or willingness to learn - estate functions, legal requirements, and natural capital codes such as the Woodland and Peatland Carbon Codes.
• Basic knowledge or experience of woodland creation for conservation and carbon benefits.
• Awareness of woodland creation grant schemes across the UK nations.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively with both internal teams and external partners.
• Excellent attention to detail with confidence in data handling and using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills to support stakeholder engagement and project delivery.
• You have an enthusiasm for the environment and share our core values-Grow Together, Explore, Focus and Make it Count.
Benefits & Wellbeing: Joining our team means you'll be a big part of tackling environmental and climate issues. We take good care of our staff, offering support and training opportunities. We also offer:
• Enhanced Employer Pension
• Life Assurance
• Flexible & Hybrid Working Options
• Generous Annual Leave
• Enhanced Parental Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
About Us: The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading woodland conservation charity and is dedicated to creating a world where trees and woods thrive for both people and nature. Our mission involves engaging and inspiring individuals to contribute toward tackling the nature and climate crisis through the protection, restoration, and creation of essential woodland habitats.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: To achieve our vision of a world where woods and trees thrive for people and nature, we need to better reflect society and the communities we work in. All people, no matter their background, identity, ability, or circumstance, should benefit from trees.
People of colour and disabled people are currently under-represented across the environment and conservation sector. If you identify as a person of colour and/or disabled, we particularly encourage you to apply.
Please contact us to discuss any additional support or adjustments you may need to complete your application.
Application Advice: For fairness we keep our candidates’ personal details hidden from the hiring managers. We do not ask for your CV at application stage.
Make sure that your Personal Statement clearly shows how your skills and knowledge link to the specifications in the job description and you share with us your passion for the role.
Apply Now: If you're ready to make a difference and grow with us, send in your application today. We might close the job opening early if we get a lot of applications, so it's a good idea to apply soon. If we do close the advert early, and you have an application in process, we will email you prior to closing to give you time to complete.
Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams week commencing 7th July 2025.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
St James’s Church seeks an energetic and dedicated individual to launch a new Changemaker Programme, for which seed funding has been secured. The idea behind the programme is that creative leadership is urgently needed in society today; and a matter for the soul too. The invitation is to be part of the change that such leadership can bring. The vision is that by 2035, 50 changemakers, aged between 22-34, will be innovating, inspiring, and creating other changemakers in society, rooted in the character, values and vision of St James’s Piccadilly. It is not growing church leaders but leaders in society, intentionally bringing together young leaders from its five programme strands: Social Justice, Arts and Heritage, Music, Environment, Business.
The Director role has responsibility for the promotion, implementation, sustainability of, and reporting for the Changemakers programme. The essential requirements are leadership of an organisation with an education, charitable or community setting; ideally to have extensive operational programme and line management experience within the education or charitable sector; evidence of strategic thinking and business planning; evidence of delivering and or managing the delivery of events.
St James’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
St James’s actively welcomes applications from people who are currently underrepresented in our community including people with global majority heritage, people with lived experience of poverty and people who identify as LGBTQ+.
Role description and person specification can be downloaded at St James's website.
Please send full CV with a covering letter outlining your interest in the post and forward to Jane Gray, HR Advisor at St Jams's by midday Monday 16th June 2025 (Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete an application form in due course.)
Initial interviews are planned for Tuesday 24th June.
If you are interested in having a conversation about the role (before 16th June 2025) this is by arrangement with David Hamilton-Peters at the Parish Office.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Description
Role title
Operations Officer
About Us
Spring Community Hub exists to ensure that no one in our Southwark community goes hungry. But we don’t just provide food:
We work alongside people to help them escape poverty, build confidence, and find community.
Our principal activity is the prevention of food poverty and food insecurity by offering culturally appropriate food, fresh fruits, and
vegetables as well as dietary and religiously appropriate food which we have continued to run at our five-week sessions to local people for as long as they address the underlying cause.
We also provide a range of wraparound support, including advice services, particularly around employment and immigration through our Back2Work Team, Holiday Clubs for Children, Youth Groups, a Clothing Bank and our Spring Up Women’s group.
Mission
The mission of SCH is that through a 'Community Hub’ and full activity programme, local people in or at risk of crisis will be supported along their journey to move on and achieve full social, economic and emotional independence to live healthy lives in a community which supports each other.
Vision
Our vision at Spring Community Hub is to tackle food insecurity and hunger before people find themselves in crisis. We want to see equality in our communities and be a vehicle for positive and lasting change in our clients so that they never need a Food Bank again.
Values
These are our Principles, ideals, and characteristics that define the culture, standards and aspirations of the organisation.
An organisation that is driven by people with integrity and commitment to the cause. We believe in leadership, development, growth, and continual learning.Ensuring fairness, equity and equality. Creating a place of respect, kindness and dignity for all. A healthy environment where people have fun and can be creative.
Salary £12, 979.20 per year
Permanent Contract. ( Subject to further funding )
Part-Time, 16 hours over 4 days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 9 am - 2 pm ( With 1 hour Unpaid Lunch Break )
5-week Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays.
Working from our offices & Centres across Southwark/ Lewisham and Havering and in the community/outreach locations
Hybrid can be discussed during an interview, and Flexible Hours are Also Available. There will be work/ training outside of office hours, with time off in lieu given
Main Purposes of Job and Key Tasks
We are seeking a highly organised and quick-witted Operations Officer to join our dynamic team at Spring Community Hub. The ideal candidate will have experience in operations or project management and excel at managing multiple priorities simultaneously. This role is crucial in supporting the day-to-day operations of the organisation and ensuring smooth workflows across various departments.
In addition to their primary operations duties, the Operations Officer will also play a key role in recruiting and managing volunteers, organising events, and assisting with fundraising activities. The Operations Officer will support impact, monitoring, and evaluation tasks to help demonstrate the effectiveness of our programs to funders and stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate, preferably from a project delivery or impact measurement and evaluation background.
Primary duties include:
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Administrative and Office Support: Provide daily administrative support to the Operations Manager and team, including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, coordinating logistics, handling correspondence, and overseeing general office administration functions such as phones, mail distribution, supply orders, and facilities management.
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Project Management Support: Assist with project planning and execution, ensuring that timelines and deliverables are met. Help prepare project documentation, track progress, and provide updates to stakeholders. This includes running reports via our CRM system and other tools.
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Process Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement within the operations team and assist in implementing new procedures to increase efficiency and productivity. Contribute to maintaining a quality assurance schedule and support various business support functions.
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Communication and Collaboration: Act as a liaison between different departments to facilitate smooth communication and collaboration. Provide timely updates on project status and operational activities, ensuring transparency and alignment across the organisation.
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Problem Solving: Address operational challenges promptly and effectively, demonstrating quick thinking and resourcefulness to resolve issues as they arise.
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Inventory and Resource Management: Assist in managing inventory and supplies, ensuring timely procurement and distribution of resources to meet departmental needs.
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Volunteer Recruitment and Management: Lead the recruitment, onboarding, and management of volunteers, building strong relationships and fostering a positive and inclusive volunteer culture. Recognise and appreciate the contributions of volunteers and provide them with support and training as needed.
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Event and Fundraising Management: Organise and manage events and fundraising activities, including planning, logistics, coordination, and execution. Work with the team to develop and implement strategies to achieve fundraising goals and ensure successful events that engage the community and stakeholders.
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Customer and Stakeholder Support: Provide exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries and resolving issues with professionalism and efficiency. Represent the organisation at external meetings and events with community partners, local authorities, funders, and other key stakeholders.
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General Office Administration: Support the smooth running of the office by handling routine executive support tasks, event planning, and general office administration. Assist with recruitment processes for staff and volunteers, including job postings and duties related to new hires.
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Compliance and Safety: Ensure adherence to Health and Safety guidelines, risk assessments, and safeguarding measures. Comply with SCH policies and procedures regarding the operation of services and policies.
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Supporting Impact, Monitoring, and Evaluation: Occasionally assist the impact, monitoring, and evaluation (IM&E) function by supporting data collection and analysis, preparing reports, and contributing to the development of data collection tools. Help with the production of reports for internal and external audiences as needed.
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There will be some out-of-hours working occasionally for Events / Development/ Training sessions according to the needs of the business - which you will be able to arrange time off in lieu with your Line Manager.
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The post holder will be required to be flexible to the changing needs of the organisation and as such undertake tasks and responsibilities not specifically listed here but relevant to the smooth running of SCH, including general office and administrative tasks and aspects of service delivery, as directed by the CEO, Senior Leadership Team and Trustees.
Person Specification
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Organisational Skills: Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
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Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of articulating ideas clearly and concisely.
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Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think on your feet and adapt to changing circumstances.
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Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and thoroughness.
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Technology Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft/Google Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with project management software (e.g., Zoho, Trello) is a plus.
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Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while also being capable of working independently and taking initiative. A self-motivated, organised, and methodical approach to work with excellent time management skills.
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Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage appropriately with a wide variety of people, including colleagues, volunteers, partners, and stakeholders.
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Event and Fundraising Skills: Experience in organising events and managing fundraising activities, including planning, logistics, and community engagement.
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Adaptability: Open to change and continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to learning and training as required by Spring Community Hub.
Additional Requirements:
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Flexibility: Willingness to occasionally work outside standard hours for events, development sessions, or training, with time off in lieu of arranged with your line manager.
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Compliance: Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR implications, and the importance of record-keeping and other safe working practices..
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Personal Attributes: Compassionate and empathetic, with a genuine interest in the well-being of others. Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and reinforce boundaries.
This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Commitment to Equal Opportunities
All Staff, Contractors, Freelancers, and Volunteers have a legal and moral responsibility to ensure that Spring Community Hub is free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, and race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part-time or shift workers, being HIV positive or living with AIDS, lived experience of Significant Poverty or Inequality and any other matter which causes a person to be treated with injustice.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that SCH reflects the communities we serve.
SCH is consciously working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can bring out their skills and talents and make their best contribution to our mission to support our guests along their journey to move on and achieve full social, economic, and emotional independence to live healthy lives in a community that supports each other.
We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of Significant Poverty and Inequality and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Responsible for staff/equipment
Volunteers/Phone/Laptop
Reporting to…
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Operations Manager
Why Join Us / Benefits
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A warm, welcoming, and passionate working environment.
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People-focused with a friendly and supportive workplace culture
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We are a London Living Wage Employer
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An active commitment to equality and diversity
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We offer continuing opportunities for learning, and personal and Professional development together with regular supervision, training, and support for all our staff and Volunteers.
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Generous annual leave entitlement: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
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Company pension scheme.
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Frequent Team Away Days and Celebrations, as part of a friendly and collaborative team
How to Apply
Fill in the application form. You will then be asked to submit your CV.
Please also include the names of 2 referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer (references will not be taken up until after the interview for the successful candidate)
Closing Date: Interviews to be held Virtually:
Application process:
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Complete our Application form
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Submit your CV with a Supporting Statement.
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Initial Telephone interview - shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Telephone interview
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If you are shortlisted from the Telephone Interview, you will be invited to a formal interview, which will consist of the following:
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A Presentation topic will be shared with you in advance
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60-minute Panel Interview with members of the SLT / Board of Trustees - Questions will be shared with you before the interview so that you can prepare.
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Role-specific Practical Task
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please contact our Head of Compliance and Development to discuss how we can help.
Spring supports people in crisis to gain independence and live healthy lives in a connected, supportive community through our hub and activities.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
People & Culture Advisor
About The Connection at St Martin’s
We believe that no one should have to sleep rough on London’s streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home. We get to know every person we work with, understanding what they need to recover, helping them build on their strengths, and supporting them to find their own way home. Help us make London a city where no one sleeps rough on our streets.
London’s diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness who we believe are an essential asset in our sector.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome the opportunity to consider flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
- You will be central to delivering our People and Culture strategy by providing high-quality, day-to-day HR support across the full employee lifecycle. You’ll ensure our people processes run smoothly, consistently reflect our values, and meet legal and best practice standards.
- You’ll work closely with staff and managers, offering clear, practical advice and contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture. With a collaborative approach, you'll help embed good management practices, support policy implementation, and use HR data and insights to inform and improve our work.
- You’ll be part of a small, collaborative People and Culture team, where we work flexibly and supportively to deliver excellent HR services. We value open communication, curiosity, and a shared commitment to continuous improvement.
- We’re looking for someone who is highly organised, detail-focused and confident managing a varied workload. You’ll bring experience across the full employee lifecycle in a busy HR environment, with strong administrative skills and the ability to juggle priorities. Solid experience in advising on employee relations matters, such as absence, performance, grievance and disciplinary, is essential, with a clear understanding of how to apply policy and promote consistent practice.
- This is a generalist role with opportunities to develop and learn across projects, owning processes and training tailored to your personal and professional development.
Salary: £37,551
Closing Date: Wednesday 18th June
Interview Date: Thursday 26th June
Our Benefits
· 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
· Generous training budget, plus an annual personal training budget
· Enhanced Sick Pay Policy
· Enhanced family friendly policies
· Day off for moving house
· Hybrid working (depending on role requirements)
· Pension – 5% Employer, 3% Employee
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Season Ticket Loan
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Reward Gateway (access to discount vouchers and cashback at the UK’s favourite retailers)
We are a London Living Wage employer
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a highly rewarding role and an exciting opportunity to join and lead our small, yet experienced and impactful team. The role offers the platform to work creatively and flexibly internationally, network with fantastic organisations and help to influence, shape and sustain TTI’s strategy and activities in this pivotal time in the organisation’s development.
Trauma Treatment International (TTI) is a registered charity in the UK. Our focus and expertise is in providing evidence-based psychological treatment and support to victims of collective violence around the world. As well as providing treatment for victims directly, we work with organisations and communities to manage, mitigate and prevent trauma.
This is a remote working role, with attendance at events or locations as required throughout the year. We offer a permanent employment contract and are looking for a minimum time commitment of 3 days per week – we are open to consider other flexible arrangements or up to 80% hours (within budget); Salary is based on full-time equivalent of £75,000pa. Opportunity for increase with securing of successful financial growth.
Key Areas of Responsibility include:
· Leadership:
o Embedding and implementing through the team our 2025-2023 Strategy;
o Providing charity expertise and governance oversight;
o Providing leadership to the remote team following trauma-informed principles;
o Building organisational sustainability through existing donor relationship management and appropriate diversification in fundraising/income generation/donor relationships;
o Building strategic partnerships and alliances.
· Strategic
o Provide leadership and direction, reporting to the Board of Directors, on all aspects of the ongoing refinement and implementation of TTIs Strategy, Theory of Change and annual delivery plans;
o Lead a robust culture of evaluation of our impact.
· Organisational and Finance
o Oversee TTI’s operational and fiscal function and performance, ensuring best practice in all we do.
· Stakeholder Management
o Publicly represent the organisation, enhancing visibility, developing brand awareness, and demonstrating the impact and value delivered by TTI.
o Engage continuously with donors and funders to build strong relationships and seek new and diverse funding and investment partnerships.
Key experience and attributes you will need to bring:
• Minimum 6 years’ experience at Senior Leadership/Management level ideally gained in non-profit organisation or other humanitarian setting.
• Some prior experience of interacting with a Board of Directors.
• Experience of financial compliance including demonstrable experience of actively setting and managing budgets, preparing cashflow projections and working with financial reports – this experience is likely to have been gained over at least 3 years’ active, first-hand participation.
• Prior experience of working in a growth environment, ideally having gained involvement in income generation/fundraising.
• Experience working with external funders, partners, and collaborators
• Demonstrate clear understanding of Charity Code and governance obligations including Charity Commission requirements and charity law.
• Possess and demonstrate strong leadership experience and ability to lead with a coaching / mentoring/ trauma-informed style in order to maintain organisational culture, valuing the people of the organisation.
What we can offer you:
o 33 days annual leave, pro rata to reflect contractual hours (including bank holidays and 3 mandatory days over the Christmas period)
o 3% Employer Pension contribution
o Commitment to staff wellbeing as a trauma informed organisation
o Commitment to personal and professional development
o Flexible working to fit your personal circumstances
o Opportunity to lead the organisation and make your mark as the organisation grows
SAFEGUARDING and SAFER RECRUITMENT
TTI is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment, we undertake basic disclosure checks for all roles within the organisation, and for our roles working directly with our beneficiaries, at an enhanced level.
Having a criminal record will not automatically exclude applicants. All employees are expected to have a knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures and to comply with and have a commitment to best safeguarding practice at all times, immediately reporting any concerns regarding Safeguarding and Child Protection or the protection of Vulnerable Adults to the Designated Safeguarding Lead and/or Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
All offers are subject to satisfactory completion of the pre-employment screening process including disclosure checks, right to work and references.
How to apply
To apply for this position please submit a full CV and supporting statement of no more than one side of A4 outlining your suitability and motivation for the role.
Closing date: 5pm on June 30th 2025
Trauma Treatment International (TTI) is committed to supporting you with your application. If you feel you meet some of the criteria but not all, we really hope you'll enquire and learn more. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy/maternity.
If you have any questions, or any disability and require reasonable adjustment/s to any part of the selection process then please contact Jenny George.. We can arrange informal chats with the current CEO Quen Geuter upon request.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
To work closely with the Bishop and the Archdeacon in encouraging and enhancing the mission of the Church for the furthering of Christ’s gospel across the Edmonton Area and bringing close the Kingdom of God, the diocesan Mission Framework, the Edmonton Area Plan and to work closely with the Area Team and other Deans of Mission.
They will be expected to work with the Archdeacon in supporting parishes in Vacancy and work with the bishop in the recruitment process.
Job responsibilities
STRATEGY
- To work closely alongside the Bishop and Archdeacon in developing, delivering and reviewing a measurable and impactful Edmonton Area Plan within the 2030 Vision for London.
- To actively encourage and enable the projects and plans for mission across the Area working closely with the Bishop, Archdeacon and the Area Deans for each of the four Deaneries and other Area and Diocesan staff.
- To develop a strategy in the Area in line with the overarching diocesan Mission Framework, which relates to the other four Area strategies and which leads directly towards plans for growth
- Some of these mission plans will relate to work on funding applications and others which relate to the increased provision and maintenance of services by personal interventions and strategic support.
- Lead on the stakeholder engagement and change management planning for the larger sized mission programmes within the Area
- To work with the Diocese of London 2030 Vision program office to gather appropriate metrics in order to provide a framework for good strategic decision making.
- To support parishes as they develop their mission and vision, adding value such as in facilitating vision and planning events, linking with partners and external bodies.
- To build capacity for mission across the Episcopal Area with different church traditions and practices
TEAM
- To enjoy playing a full part in the Area Staff Team, sharing in decision making and development of the program of culture change.
- To work strategically with particular parishes and clergy from time to time as they identify opportunities for making a difference within their local communities.
- To join the Diocese team of Deans of Mission at their monthly meetings and in ongoing collaboration and cross-border working.
MAINTENANCE OF SERVICES
- To work with the Area Deans in the delivery of particular mission plans and initiatives in their Deaneries that relate to and will result in services of worship taking place in these churches.
- To encourage churches in their community engagement and social action initiatives, including partnership working across the Area and on specific local projects, sharing best practice so that new and existing services of worship will develop and be maintained to address their needs.
- To provide support for clergy in the delivery of project work in relation to buildings so they will draw new people into worship services. This will include working through the purposes for which the buildings were established and their interpretation of that in the maintenance of services today.
RESOURCING
- To work alongside churches in vacancy to remain focused on mission and to plan for appropriate future leadership, supporting the Bishop and Archdeacon in running vacancy and appointments processes.
- To help parishes access the support available from the Diocese of London’s Ambition and Priority teams, noting in particular support for new incumbents
- Ambition teams: Confident Disciples, Compassionate Communities, Creative Growth (CCX) – and how they link with maintaining church services.
- Priority teams: Growing Younger, Safer Churches, Racial Justice
- To provide advice and support to enable successful church revitalisation including work with current and potential Resource Churches in discerning how their strengths and gifts can be best used in support of planting and other parish support and that new services will be established to serve those currently less well reached.
- To develop prayer initiatives and resources to support mission in the Area.
- To ensure the necessary provision of training for missional engagement and useful sources for theological reflection on mission.
GENERAL
- Other tasks as assigned by the Bishop as part of his team.
- In addition to an involvement in a parish the post holder is invited to active involvement in the life of the Archdeaconry and Area Deans in a cycle of church activity, training and engagement with clergy and lay leaders in the Area.
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on the main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Essential
- Parish experience, including church growth/ revitalisation at first hand
- Experience of developing and leading teams
- A demonstrable ability in strategic thinking and project planning
- Experience of constructing and forming mission action plans
- Vision and ability to enhance racial justice within churches and in their mission
- A high degree of people skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire
- High level of discretion and ability to keep confidentiality
- Able to relate to churches of different traditions across the Area
- There is an occupational requirement for the successful candidate to be a practicing member of the Church of England
- A good eye for detail and process
- Consistent ability in keeping to deadlines
- Warm and positive communication skills, oral and written
- An imagination and flair for problem-solving and innovation as we seek to ‘proclaim the faith afresh in [this] generation’.
- The person will require an enhanced DBS check
Desirable
- Experience of coaching and mentoring
- Wisdom in handling issues of pastoral complexity
Please refer to the attached Job Description for the full details on Person Specification.
About the London Diocesan Fund
The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the employment body that serves and supports the Diocese of London and Church of England. The Diocese of London comprises of c400 parishes north of the River Thames and within the M25 motorway.
The Church of England in London is growing, vibrant and at the heart of communities throughout the capital. At the London Diocesan Fund, we seek to do everything we can to support this mission and growth, using our resources to help our parishes and chaplains to serve over 4 million people.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community.
We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.
Safeguarding
The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Benefits of working with us
The LDF offers a supportive working environment, opportunity for career development and the following financial benefits:
- Competitive remuneration package
- 27 annual leave days to rise to 30 after 5 years’ service, plus bank holidays
- 15% employer pension contribution and salary sacrifice available
- Death in service benefit x3 of basic gross salary
- Enhanced maternity leave of six months full pay, after 12 months of employment
- Season ticket loans for public transport
- Access to Benenden Health Insurance
- EAP counselling through Health Assured
- Up to £100 for eye test and contribution to spectacles
- Two additional paid days for community volunteering
Interviews will be held during the week commencing 14th July.
For every Londoner to encounter the love of God in Christ




Age UK is currently recruiting for an exciting fixed term position as External Affairs Support Officer on a 12 month fixed-term basis.
In this entry-level role, you'll support the delivery of our highly effective campaigns and public affairs activities which change the lives of older people. This is the perfect opportunity to start a career in campaigning or public affairs, offering you varied experience and exposure to public and parliamentary campaigning, as well as supporting our local Age UK partners to campaign locally.
As External Affairs Support Officer, you'll provide efficient administrative support to the External Affairs team, assist with logistical planning and event organisation, keep track of relevant parliamentary activity. You'll also work with individuals to tell their stories and influence political decision makers and prepare engaging communications relating to our campaigns and public affairs work for a range of audiences.
With an astute attention to detail, you'll be able to prioritise your workload, critically listen and confidently communicate both verbally and in written form; as well as having a sincere interest in politics and/or campaigning for change.
This is a hybrid opportunity, a blend of homebased and office working. Our linked office for this role is in London (near Tower Hill) and you would be expected to attend the office at least once a week for meetings and more often if needed to support events or campaign activity. Travel costs to the London office are not covered by the charity.
Must haves:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process:
Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Personal attributes
Interest in politics and/or campaigning for change. A, I
An empathetic and sensitive approach to working with people sharing their personal experiences. A, I, T
An ability to provide appropriate attention to detail. A, T
Experience
Experience of organising or supporting events. A, I
Skills and knowledge
Good written and verbal communication skills. You are comfortable writing for a range of audiences and tailoring style and content appropriately. A, I, T
Good organisational and planning skills, along with an ability to prioritise workload and competing demands. A, I
Great to haves:
Experience
Experience of using a range of digital tools. A, I
Skills and knowledge
Understanding of the voluntary sector. A, I
Broad understanding of the issues facing older people. A, I
Basic understanding of the political process. A, T, I
Additional Information
Requirement to attend team meetings in person at least once a week and to be available to support meetings and events in London when required. There is a requirement to travel and occasionally to stay overnight (e.g. running events in different parts of the country, party conferences or filming storytellers in different parts of the country); some out of hours working (e.g. occasional evening Parliamentary events).
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.
CVs will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements. 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 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.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Description
Service Officer
About Us
Spring Community Hub exists to ensure that no one in our Southwark community goes hungry. But we don’t just provide food:
We work alongside people to help them escape poverty, build confidence, and find community.
Our principal activity is the prevention of food poverty and food insecurity by offering culturally appropriate food, fresh fruits, and vegetables as well as dietary and religiously appropriate food which we have continued to run at our five-week sessions to local people for as long as they address the underlying cause.
We also provide a range of wraparound support, including advice services, particularly around employment and immigration through our Back2Work Team, Holiday Clubs for Children, Youth Groups, a Clothing Bank and our Spring Up Women’s group.
Mission
The mission of SCH is that through a 'Community Hub’ and full activity programme, local people in or at risk of crisis will be supported along their journey to move on and achieve full social, economic and emotional independence to live healthy lives in a community which supports each other
Vision
Our vision at Spring Community Hub is to tackle food insecurity and hunger before people find themselves in crisis. We want to see equality in our communities and be a vehicle for positive and lasting change in our clients so that they never need a Food Bank again.
Values
These are our Principles, ideals, and characteristics that define the culture, standards and aspirations of the organisation.
An organisation that is driven by people with integrity and commitment to the cause
We believe in leadership, development, growth, and continual learning
Ensuring fairness, equity and equality
Creating a place of respect, kindness and dignity for all
A healthy environment where people have fun and can be creative
Salary £16,224 per annum
Permanent Contract. ( Subject to further funding )
Part-Time, 20 hours over 5 days
Term Time
Monday, 1 pm - 6 pm
Wednesday 1 pm - 6 pm
Thursdays - 1 pm - 6 pm
Fridays 9 am - 2 pm
Saturdays 9.30 am -2.30 pm
(including 1 hr unpaid lunch)
School Holidays
Monday - 9 am-2 pm
Tuesday - 9 am - 2 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 2 pm
Thursdays 9 am - 2 pm
Saturdays 930 am - 230 pm
(including 1 hr unpaid lunch)
Working - from our Offices and Centres and in the community/outreach locations
The post holder must be flexible to work evenings and weekends to meet client and community needs.
There will be work/training outside of office hours, including evenings and weekends, with appropriate time back in lieu.
Main Purposes of Job and Key Tasks
Do you have an empathic personality and want to work in a challenging but rewarding field? Spring Community Hub has an exciting opportunity to recruit a Service Officer
The Service Officer will play a crucial role in supporting the mission of our charity by providing comprehensive assistance and advocacy services to individuals and families in need. This position will involve engaging with diverse communities and ensuring that all services are delivered with cultural sensitivity.
The Service Officer will work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to deliver Food Bank services, Activity Camps, and Afterschool club, advice and advocacy support, clothing assistance, cooking programs, and Social Supermarket Operations, as well as support initiatives for the elderly, individuals experiencing poverty and isolation, and families with children.
The post holder must be an enthusiastic and motivated person to coordinate and manage our Food Banks, Community Café, and Social Supermarket, including the supervision of its volunteers/staff, as well as planning, organising, and implementing supermarket collection.
The post holder will be required to be flexible to the changing needs of the organisation and as such, undertake tasks and responsibilities not specifically listed here but relevant to the smooth running of SCH, including general office and administrative tasks and aspects of service delivery, as directed by the Leadership Team/ CEO and trustees.
About the Role / Key Responsibilities
Programme Planning, Delivery and Implementation
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To design and deliver the Activity Camps and After School Club Programme calendar, curriculum, and events that are outcomes-focused, educational, and engaging, and enable young people to develop a range of skills appropriate to their needs.
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Working with Children, young people, and their families to build services that meet their needs, wants, and aspirations of the individual.
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Work in Collaboration with the Leadership Team to oversee the work of the Spring Activity Camps Coordinators to design and develop a range of activities, workshops, and programmes to meet the needs of our children, young people, and their families
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Collaborate with other staff members, volunteers, and external partners to deliver engaging, fun, and impactful activities
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Ensure all activities align with the organisation's mission and values and promote personal growth, inclusivity, and well-being.
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Oversee and coordinate the operations of Food Services
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Assist clients in accessing food bank services, ensuring they receive the necessary support with dignity and respect.
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Maintain inventory management for food items and coordinate food drives and partnerships with local suppliers.
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Developing and coordinating effective stock control systems, arranging timely transportation of collections and deliveries, and meeting legislative standards - i.e., Health & Safety/Environmental Health.
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Provide and oversee assessments of guests, customers, and service users on a one-on-one/group basis to ensure they receive adequate advice/signposting and support on benefits, housing, financial support, and other relevant issues impacting clients' well-being. Work in collaboration with the Advice and Advocacy team.
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Advocate on behalf of clients to secure access to necessary resources and services.Stay updated on the relevant policies and available community resources.
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Oversee the operation of the clothing bank, ensuring that items are organised, available, and of good quality for clients..
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Develop and oversee cooking workshops that celebrate cultural diversity and promote healthy eating practices.
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Collaborate with local chefs or volunteers to create a welcoming environment for participants.
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Oversee in the day-to-day operations of the social supermarket, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for customers.
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Engage with elderly clients and those experiencing isolation to provide companionship, support, and resources related to their specific circumstances.
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Work on outreach programs targeting vulnerable populations to provide suitable assistance.
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Educate the team on nutritional options and food
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Lead or assist in after-school clubs and programs that promote educational engagement, social skills, and personal development for children.
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Support families to identify their needs and connect them with appropriate services and resources.
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Represent Spring Community Hubs Service and project at relevant forums and meetings across the Borough and at a London/National level
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Ensure that all processes and procedures in the SCH manual are being followed
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Ensure that the foodbank meets health and safety/environmental health standards in all its locations
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Bring to the attention of the Service Manager any concerns about the running of the project or its future sustainability
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Oversee the food Services in conjunction with the Service Manager
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Organise and run food collections in conjunction with Hub support
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Liaise with clients and referral agencies and resolve any issues that may arise in conjunction.
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Keeping up to date with legislation and policy related to the Service and making any necessary modifications to accommodate changes.
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Overseeing stock orders and working in collaboration with the Hub support and Finance department.
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Comply with SCH policies and procedures regarding the operation of services and policies
Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, and Management
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Representing the organisation on a strategic level at external meetings and events with Community partners, Local Authorities, Funders, and other key stakeholders
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Liaise with clients and referral agencies and resolve any issues that may arise in conjunction.
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Foster relationships with local organisations, community leaders, and stakeholders, and participate in community outreach initiatives to raise awareness about available services and encourage community involvement.
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Maintaining relationships with suppliers, community groups, Schools, Libraries, supermarkets, and other stakeholders.
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Supervise the work of the Activity Camp Coordinators, Bank Staff, Volunteers, and Facilitators during Camp and Activity Sessions
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As one of the Deputy Safeguarding Leads, manage any concerns about a child, young person or family's welfare effectively and share concerns with the Leadership Team and other DSLs.
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Actively contribute to and participate in AGMs, Away Days, Team Meetings, Development Sessions, and other Internal Meetings
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Support in the rolling recruitment of Coordinators, Bank Staff, and Volunteers to meet the needs of the service.
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Work with the Leadership Team to ensure up-to-date Employment, Training, and other HR records for all Staff and Volunteers within the Team, and work in collaboration with the Business Support Team
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Work with the Leadership Team to ensure the service and Resources are used effectively within designated budgets, including the reimbursement of expenses.
Camps and Event Management:
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Coordinate and oversee the planning, logistics, and execution of SCH Holiday Camps, Afterschool Camps and Events.
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Ensure adherence to Health and Safety Guidelines, Risk Assessments, and appropriate Safeguarding measures.
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Manage Camp staff, volunteers, and external contractors during activities and events, creating a positive and inclusive atmosphere.
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Liaise with schools, organisations, local authorities, and volunteers to explore ways of sustaining and improving the provision.
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Promote and market the project through outreach to schools and other community groups in Southwark/Havering and surrounding areas, and organise bookings.
Volunteer Management:
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Work in collaboration with the Leadership Team and Business Support Team to recruit and train Volunteers.
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Oversee and manage the volunteers in the team who support activities and events, providing necessary guidance and supervision.
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Work with the Leadership team to foster a positive and inclusive volunteer culture, recognising and appreciating their contributions.
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Work with the leadership Team to monitor and evaluate volunteer performance and provide constructive feedback, reports, and support as needed.
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Coordinate and oversee all Food Service / Project volunteers, and oversee the volunteer timetable to ensure the best use of volunteers
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Coordinate the volunteer team at the warehouse and oversee groups of corporate volunteers, school groups, and other youth groups visiting to help.
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Ensure that volunteers are trained to undertake responsibilities within the warehouse and to meet the relevant legal requirements. This could include basic food hygiene, first aid, evacuation procedures, manual handling and lifting, health and safety, and fire procedures
Administration and Reporting:
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Maintain accurate records of activities, participant attendance, incidents, Impact Reporting, Monitoring and Evaluations, including referral processes, and ensure the requirements of Data Protection, Quality Assurance, Funding, and Compliance are met.
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Prepare regular reports for all the Projects highlighting progress, challenges, and recommendations for improvement.
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Work within agreed budgets for activities, Camps, and Pastoral Care Services, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
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Ensure that local data is entered into the database
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Maintain accurate records of client interactions, services provided, and outcomes achieved for reporting and evaluation purposes.
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Provide regular updates to the Leadership Team on service delivery and community needs.
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Produce monthly project reports and keep the CRM/ Database updated
Person Specification
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Experience in working with children and young people, in particular individuals who are experiencing significant Poverty and Inequality and may also have multiple and complex needs.
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The ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people and establish and maintain good working relationships with Partners and external stakeholders
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Proven Line Management and Supervisory experience
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Willingness to undertake further training as required by Spring Community Hub
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Commitment to the concept of continuous improvement of procedures and practices
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Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and reinforce boundaries
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Ability to support people in managing difficult feelings, and communicate their needs effectively
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Knowledge of best practice for lone working, data protection, and safeguarding adults
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Ability to recognise and work within the boundaries of the role, including confidentiality, and the working protocols between agencies
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Strong sense of self, and ability to set and maintain boundaries and lead by example
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Ability to communicate effectively in person on a one-to-one basis and with groups, as well as over the telephone and in writing
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Excellent listening skills
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Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and others.
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Understanding of the needs of disadvantaged, disaffected, and vulnerable people, and the ability to work with them in a positive way
Qualifications and Skills:
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Qualifications/Experience in a relevant field (e.g., social work, Counselling, psychology, Information Advice and Guidance, Education, or related disciplines). A master's degree is desirable.
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Proven experience in Programme Planning and Event Management, preferably within a Charity, Community, Education, or similar setting.
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Strong organisational, Project Management and Prioritising abilities, with impeccable attention to detail.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with participants, volunteers, and external partners.
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A compassionate and empathetic approach, with a genuine interest in the well-being of others.
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Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures, including child protection and vulnerable adult support.
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Proficiency in using relevant software for record-keeping and report generation.
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Empathy and compassion for individuals facing hardship
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Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
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Proficiency in Google Workspace and databases, and experience with client management and other IT / Project Management systems.
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Cultural competence and sensitivity to diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- A degree in social work, community development, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience working in a charity or community service environment, particularly with vulnerable populations.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with diverse groups.
- Understanding of issues related to poverty, housing, and social welfare systems.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Commitment to Equal Opportunities
All Staff, Contractors, Freelancers, and Volunteers have a legal and moral responsibility to ensure that Spring Community Hub is free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, and race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part-time or shift workers, being HIV positive or living with AIDS, lived experience of Significant Poverty or Inequality and any other matter which causes a person to be treated with injustice.
We believe diversity is a strength, and we aim to make sure that SCH reflects the communities we serve.
SCH is consciously working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can bring out their skills and talents and make their best contribution to our mission to support our guests along their journey to move on and achieve full social, economic, and emotional independence to live healthy lives in a community that supports each other.
We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of Significant Poverty and Inequality and people from all marginalised groups, communities, and backgrounds.
Responsible for staff/equipment
Spring Activity Camp Coordinators/Bank Staff/Facilitators and Sessional Volunteers/Partnerships/Phone/Laptop
Reporting to…
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Spring Activity Camp/Pastoral Manager
Why Join us / Benefits
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A warm, welcoming, and passionate working environment.
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People-focused with a friendly and supportive workplace culture
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We are a London Living Wage Employer
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An active commitment to equality and diversity
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We offer continuing opportunities for learning, and personal and Professional development together with regular supervision, training, and support for all our staff and Volunteers.
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Generous annual leave entitlement: 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
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Company pension scheme.
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Frequent Team Away Days and Celebrations, as part of a friendly and collaborative team
How to Apply
Complete the application form. You will be asked to submit a CV if suitable.
Please also include the names of 2 referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer (references will not be taken up until after interview for the successful candidate)
Closing Date: Interviews to be held virtually on a rolling basis
Application process:
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Complete our Application form
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Submit your CV with a Supporting Statement.
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Initial Telephone interview - shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Telephone interview
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If you are shortlisted from the Telephone Interview, you will be invited to a formal interview which will consist of the following:
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A Presentation topic will be shared with you in advance
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60-minute Panel Interview with members of the SLT / Board of Trustees
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Questions will be shared with you before the interview so that you can prepare.
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Role-specific Practical Task
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please contact our Compliance and Development Manager to discuss how we can help.
Spring supports people in crisis to gain independence and live healthy lives in a connected, supportive community through our hub and activities.




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