Communities manager jobs in london, greater london

Working Days: Can be flexible, must be available on-site on Monday and Wednesday’s, however for the right candidate we could be flexible on this

Salary: £38,000 - £40,000 pa pro rata

We’re seeking a proactive and highly organised Office & Facilities Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day operations of our office. Please note the location listed above is our registered address and not the location of this role. 

This is a part-time role with flexibility, ideal for someone who thrives on keeping things running smoothly and takes pride in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming workspace. 

We offer flexibility in how the 0.4 FTE is worked. These hours can be arranged as two full days or as four half days, to support a good work/life balance.

Health & Safety

• Serve as the main point of contact for all health and safety matters
• Ensure onsite compliance with safety regulations
• Maintain accurate records related to health and safety
• Coordinate and manage PAT testing, fire safety (fire doors, alarms), and other compliance activities
• Arrange specialist advice or technical support when necessary

Facilities Management

• Oversee the maintenance and smooth operation of the office environment and equipment
• Manage service repairs and liaise with contractors and service providers
• Project manage office changes
• Procure and install or facilitate installation office furniture
• Coordinate utilities transfers and manage related service contracts
• Arrange and supervise building maintenance contracts

Procurement & Supplies

• Order and manage office supplies
• Ensure timely procurement and inventory tracking for office essentials
• Manage supplier relationships and service agreements

Budgeting & Financial Administration

• Maintain the facilities and office management budget
• Track and process related invoices
• Manage procurement records and contract documentation

Operations & Organisational Support

• Handle incoming post 
• Provide general support 
• Ensure the overall office environment supports a productive and positive work culture

Working Pattern

• Part-time: 0.4 FTE
• We offer flexibility in how the 0.4 FTE is worked, with the required times being Monday and Wednesday mornings but for the right candidate we can be flexible on this. These hours can be arranged as two full days or as four half days, to support a good work–life balance. 

Location: London/Hybrid
Department: Finance
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time (35) and Part Time considered
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum skills and experience dependant

Providing transformative financial strategy and performance for transformative social impact.

The Big Issue Group is looking to appoint 2 Finance Managers as part of a transformative approach to how are finance team support and advise our wider group of companies. One of which will support our Media, Commercial and Funding functions and the other will support our frontline (outreach and support) team, our Big Issue Recruit team and our central services team.

We’re on an exciting journey to modernise and transform our finance function—and we’re looking for driven, forward-thinking individuals to be part of it who are passionate about precision, process, and progress. Our goal is to build a finance team that not only delivers exceptional control and accuracy, but also acts as a proactive partner to the wider organisation.

These roles are ideal for proactive individuals with a strong background in financial management and a recognised UK accountancy qualification. You will play a key role in driving financial performance, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making.

You will take the lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis processes, oversee cash flow, working capital, and treasury functions and ensure compliance with FRS 102 and other relevant accounting standards, particularly around income recognition and disclosures.

You will also be building and maintaining working relationships with teams across the Big Issue Group and helping to build a team both for now and for the future by liaising with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies, supervising and mentoring trainee finance staff, supporting strategic planning and business case development and implementing and improving financial controls and systems.

We’re creating a collaborative, digitally enabled environment where innovation is encouraged and knowledge is shared. Experience with cloud-based accounting tools (such as Xero and its ecosystem) is a plus, but more important is your mindset: curious, adaptable, and eager to make a difference. If you're ready to help shape a modern finance function that’s integrated, agile, and future-focused, we’d love to hear from you – please download the Job Pack from the link below (Big Issue Jobs Board - If viewing this on an external Jobs Board, please click through to the BIG Jobs Board) for a full description of the roles or click "Apply" to apply for the role!

Salary and Benefits offered:

• Salary of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum skills and experience dependant.
• Incremental holiday entitlement starting at 25 days per year plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time staff) plus paid leave to care for a sick child or grandchild and a sick or elderly relation
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced contribution to our workplace pension
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Training and development opportunities including an open learning library and management training schemes
• Health benefits include life cover, a health cash plan scheme which provides access to counselling and a range of therapies
• Blue Light benefits card
• Please note that we reserve the right to review and amend our staff benefits and they do not form part of any contract of employment

Workplace details

The role is based at our Head Office In Finsbury Park, London with Hybrid working available - a minimum of 2 days per week in the office.

Closing date - 12th October 2025 (23:59pm) Please Note: We may shortlist and interview before the stated closing date so please apply asap.

Big Issue Group is striving towards Equal Opportunities. We particularly welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our sector, such as women in senior roles, and people with disabilities and from Black and Minority Ethnic communities.

Since 1991, The Big Issue has fought poverty by creating opportunities and supporting people to take control of their lives. Over time our organisation has grown and now The Big Issue Group consists of The Big Issue Company Ltd, Big Issue Invest Ltd, our social investment arm, and Big Issue Changing Lives Community Interest Company.

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Join the Grants & Learning Committee of LEF

Are you ready to help shape progressive funding that empowers communities to use the law for justice and equity?

LEF is recruiting for an external member to join its Grants Committee, supporting the delivery of a bold new five-year strategy. This is a unique opportunity to influence how legal tools are used to drive social change, especially at a time when human rights in the UK face significant challenges.

We are particularly seeking individuals with lived experience and expertise in:

Grassroots Community Campaigning

We're looking for someone with:

• A track record of community-based activism or organising
• Experience mobilising local groups around housing, education, welfare or equalities.
• A collaborative and inclusive mindset

Why Join Us?

• Influence a £50million funding strategy focused on legal empowerment
• Help shape grantmaking that prioritises marginalised communities
• Collaborate with trustees and external advisors in a respectful, inclusive environment
• Engage in learning and development around law, rights, and movement-building

A fixed fee of £4,000 per annum (including VAT where applicable) will be paid to members of the committee.

Reasonable expenses including travel to meetings, overnight accommodation when needed and childcare will also be covered.  

The appointments would be for two years in the first instance, with the possibility of renewal.

We welcome applications from both experienced committee members and first-timers. Diversity of thought, background, geography, and age is important to us - we especially encourage applications from candidates from the devolved nations and English regions beyond London and the South East to complement existing committee experience.

Time Commitment

• Four half-day meetings per year (at least two in-person; travel, accommodation, childcare covered)
• Participation in induction and preparatory sessions
• Approx. half a day of preparation per meeting

Recruitment Timeline

LEF will be hosting a Q&A webinar session to ensure all candidates have equal access to key information. This is a great opportunity to hear directly from the organisation and ask any additional questions you may have. To maintain fairness and transparency, individual conversations with the Chair/CEO will not be facilitated. Please register your interest in attending this webinar on Thursday 16th October 6-7pm and we will send you a link.

Application deadline: Monday 3rd November 2025

Interview: w/c 17th November

How to Apply

Charity People Ltd is acting as recruitment advisor to the LEF on this appointment. Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV to Senior Appointments at Charity People and request a candidate pack in the first instance.

For an informal conversation about the role or if you have further questions prior to applying, please contact Senior Appointments at Charity People.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so we can help make the application process work for you.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Salary: £35,000 | Contract: 5 years (subject to annual review)
Location: Home-based with travel to London, Chester, and other UK sites
Hours: Full-time, flexible (some evenings / weekends)

Want to lead projects that open up rowing to every community?

Are you passionate about transforming lives through rowing? Do you thrive on managing impactful projects and building partnerships that drive real change? Love Rowing and British Rowing are looking for a dynamic Inclusive Programmes and Impact Manager to lead inclusive and accessible initiatives across the UK.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of rowing for disadvantaged communities, disabled people, and young people from lower socio-economic backgrounds. You’ll be at the heart of delivering the flagship “Rowing to Success” programme in Chester, funded by the Westminster Foundation, while also driving impact reporting and learning across all Love Rowing projects.

We’re looking for someone with:

● Proven experience managing £100k+ youth-focused projects.

● A deep understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion.

● Strong skills in monitoring, evaluation, and storytelling through data.

● The ability to build relationships, solve problems, and inspire change.

You’ll work closely with British Rowing, Love Rowing, clubs, charities, and funders to ensure every project delivers measurable impact and lasting transformation.

Changing Lives Together

Prospectus are delighted to be working with our client and supporting them with the recruitment of a new Governance Manager role.
 
The group is a membership association that represents the collective ambition of London South Bank’s leading businesses, cultural and arts organisations, social enterprises, landowners, developers, public agencies, and education providers.
 
Everything the group does centres on their vision of working together for a better London South Bank for all. The group have a remit to regenerate, manage, and promote South Bank and represent the interests of residents, students, workers, businesses, and visitors.
 
This role is available on a permanent contract and full-time basis (35 hours a week). There are very flexible working arrangements on offer for this role, however an expectation to be in the London Waterloo office for Board/Committee/Team meetings. The salary for this role is £40,500.
 
Within this role you will report to the Chief Operating Officer, and lead and coordinate all governance responsibilities and company secretarial functions for the group's Board and its Members’ Council, South Bank BID, and work closely with the Company Secretary for Jubilee Gardens Trust.
 
You will lead and coordinate meetings, this will include scheduling, agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-ups. You will manage statutory filings and compliance processes with Companies House, Charity Commission, and other regulators. You will maintain accurate governance records, policies, and filing systems in line with GDPR and audit requirements. You will support onboarding, training, and governance advice for Trustees, Directors, and Council members. You will oversee and improve governance frameworks, ensuring consistent templates, systems, and best practice. You will provide support with health and safety governance, risk registers, and insurance renewals in collaboration with internal teams. You will play a key role in coordinating governance reviews, policy updates, and supporting continuous improvement across governance and compliance functions.
 
You will be educated to degree level or have equivalent professional experience. You will have a governance, legal, company secretarial, or compliance-related qualification (e.g. ICSA/CGI). You will have relevant knowledge of company and/or charity law, GDPR, and ESG reporting.
 
You will have proven experience supporting Boards and Committees, in either the commercial or not for profit sectors. You will have a strong understanding of governance and statutory compliance requirements (Companies House and Charity Commission).
 
You will have experience of coordinating board papers, preparing agendas, and minute-taking. You will have the ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion. You will have experience liaising with auditors, brokers, and external stakeholders including Board members, directors and trustees. You will have some experience supporting policy development and governance training initiatives. You will also have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
 
Desirably, you will be proficient in Microsoft Office, CRM database, and document management.

At Prospectus, we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you with your application. We welcome all candidates to apply, regardless of age, sex/gender, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity.

We want a world where no one dies from hunger. Life-threatening hunger is predictable, preventable and treatable. Join Action Against Hunger and together we will stop it in its tracks.

Action Against Hunger is an optimistic, inspiring place to work. We want passionate and dedicated people to help build a better world. We’re a creative team made up of people with a wide range of talents, styles and expertise. But we are united in our relentless dedication to end world hunger. No challenge is too big. With you we can do it. Join us.

We are seeking a Trusts and Foundations Manager to join our fundraising team.The Trusts and Foundations Manager will join a successful, yet ambitious team focused on building new stewardship and cultivation products to engage trusts and grow our supporter base. Working closely with colleagues from the other teams, the Trusts and Foundations Manager will identify new funding opportunities and steward existing partnerships.

The right candidate will be a self-starter, with excellent written and verbal communications skills, who is highly motivated and passionate about ending world hunger. They must bring experience of identifying potential new partnerships, securing gifts, and ongoing stewardship. We would love to hear from you if you’re interested in joining us.  For more detailed information on the role – and to see whether you have the necessary experience - please download the attached pdf Job description.

Closing Date: 3-Oct-2025 23:30 Planned date to begin interviews: Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th October 2025.

Please read the following carefully before making your application: then all you need to do is send your CV and write a supporting statement explaining why you want the job and how your skills and experience make you the right person for the role and where you saw this vacancy.

• As a UK based position, candidates must have the right to work in the UK
• We welcome applications from all sections of the community and we encourage as broad a range of candidates as possible. If you need any additional support to help you through this process, please let us know (contact details in the job pack)
• Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted candidates, within two weeks of the closing date Unfortunately, we cannot provide individual feedback
• If you experience any technical difficulties in submitting your application, please contact the charityjob helpdesk

We're looking for a detail-oriented, proactive and collaborative Service Manager to join our Learning Disability Service in Slough.

£40,000.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.

Want to feel like you're making a difference? You'll feel at home here.

Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.

Our benefits include:

• Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
• Free DBS
• Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
• Fully paid induction programme and further training
• ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
• Online wellbeing resources
• A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
• Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution

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

The Service Manager will be responsible for the operations of one service in Berkshire (Slough) which supports one individual to live in his own home.

The individual is a sociable and engaging man with a warm sense of humour and a deep appreciation for nature, music, and familiar company. He lives with a diagnosis of moderate learning disability, autism spectrum disorder, psychotic illness, epilepsy, and type 2 diabetes, all of which require thoughtful and consistent support. The customer has been living successfully in his current placement for over ten years, where he benefits from the continuity of staff who know him well, understand his routines, and help him maintain a sense of safety and autonomy.

The role will provide line management for a team of seven Specialist Behaviour Support Workers, ensuring that compliance with organisational, legal regulations and those of the local authority are adhered to and the quality of support is of the highest standard possible, ensuring excellent quality of life for the customer and a good working environment for colleagues.

The service has received a CQC rating of Good. The current team size includes 5 FTEs (Specialist Behaviour Support Workers) plus 2 FTEs Waking Night Support Workers, ensuring comprehensive support coverage across all shifts.

The working pattern for this role is primarily Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, with occasional requirements for weekend and out-of-hours work to meet service needs.

The anticipated start date for this role is October.

Due to the nature of the service, this position is restricted to males only.

For a full job description, please visit our website.

About us:

Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Harris Hill is delighted to be working with Futures for All to recruit their new Philanthropy Manager, helping to grow high-value income at a key moment in the charity’s development.

Philanthropy Manager
Salary: £31,875 rising to £34,500 after 1 year
Location: Remote (UK) or hybrid from London (SE1)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Reporting to: Director of Fundraising

Futures for All (formerly Speakers for Schools) is the UK’s leading social mobility charity, supporting state-educated young people with inspirational talks and work experience placements. With a refreshed strategy and a growing fundraising team, there is real momentum to diversify and increase income.

About the role

The Philanthropy Manager will play a pivotal role in developing Futures for All’s philanthropy programme. You’ll build and manage relationships with high-net-worth individuals (HNWI), cultivating and stewarding supporters to give £5k+ annually, while working closely with colleagues, trustees and volunteers to deliver inspiring asks and proposals.

The role also offers opportunities to support other fundraising activity, including trusts, foundations, and corporate partnerships, contributing to an ambitious and collaborative fundraising team.

About you

They are seeking someone with experience building strong relationships with donors or clients, ideally in major donor or high-value fundraising. Excellent communication, proposal writing and research skills are essential, along with the ability to manage a portfolio, hit targets, and spot opportunities for growth.

This is an exciting chance to join a supportive and ambitious team, raising vital funds to level the playing field for young people across the UK.

Deadline: Monday 6th October
Interviews: Week commencing 13th October

To apply, please send your CV and a short covering statement outlining your interest and relevant experience.

For a full job description and details on how to apply, please contact Hannah at Harris Hill on

Harris Hill is a certified B Corp™ and a leading charity recruitment agency, committed to equitable and inclusive recruitment practices. Applications from all sections of the community are actively welcomed, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality, or other protected characteristics.

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!

We are looking for a Senior Keyworker

Salary: £26,000 - £27,000

Location: Essex & Hertfordshire – also in community probations

Hours:   35 Hours per week, with some working from home

Contract: Fixed term until March 2026 (possibility to extend)

This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.

Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check. This role is also subject to Police Vetting.

About us

Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending.  We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.

We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.

Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. 

About the role:

Working as a Senior Keyworker you will be responsible for supervising a small group of keyworkers, planned and ad-hoc supervision is an integral part of the Senior role, and you will be supporting keyworkers with monthly supervision and have oversight of safeguarding for the women they work with.  You will be supporting the quality control for the region which will include dip-checks and data input.

About You:

To be successful as the Senior Keyworker you will need the below experience and skills:

You will have an in-depth knowledge of the range of needs and interventions required for women offenders. The ability to lead a small team to deliver inclusive, innovative and professional services.  The ability to not only maintain own a small caseload of women, never compromising on quality engagements, but also to role model best practice and lead a small team of Essex & Herts wide Keyworkers

How to apply:

Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered. 

· Closing Date for Applications: 19th October 2025

· Interviews are taking place on a rolling basis

*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate.

What we can offer you - Employee Benefits: 

• A 35-hour working week
• An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!) 
• Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home
• Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity/adoption provision
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee eye-care scheme
• Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles
• Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation
• Organisation wide away days
• Thorough induction and training
• Career development pathways 

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Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.

Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.

Safeguarding

Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe.  We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks.  We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.

About us

The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute. 

Our Values

Our values underpin everything we do:

• Inclusive: We are inclusive. We work with - not for - refugees and people seeking asylum, so they have an equal voice, co-producing projects and ensuring their expertise and experiences are at the heart of what we do.
• Collaborative: We are collaborative. Working with others is a priority in order to have the collective impact that is vital to achieve policy and practice reform.
• Courageous: We speak out when we see injustice, cruelty and unfairness. We always stand up for what we believe is the right thing to do to transform the experiences of those seeking protection in our country.
• Respectful: We are respectful of all those we interact with. We treat everyone – our staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, partners and people we disagree with – with the same respect, professionalism and understanding.

About the role

This role leads our individual giving fundraising through newsletters, community and events, legacy and in memory, helping grow sustainable income and engagement. It plays a vital part in delivering the Refugee Council’s strategy to retain and increase life time value of our supporter base and amplify positive narratives about refugees.

Staff benefits

To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:

• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Work Life Balance Policies
• Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
• And more.

Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.

Closing date: 26 October 2025.

Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.

Who are Guts UK Charity?

Guts UK Charity is committed to a world where digestive conditions are better understood, better treated and everyone who lives with one gets the support they need. Too many people are suffering or dying in silence or alone. They don’t know where to turn for information or support, diagnosis takes too long for many, and treatment can often come too late.​

We are the only UK charity that covers the entire digestive system. We raise vital awareness of digestive conditions, fund life-saving research, and provide patients and loved ones with expert information and support – we are informed by evidence and expertise, our community, and the patient voice.​ 

Our mission is simple: to improve the lives of millions of people affected by digestive conditions 

Overall Purpose of the Head of Services

This new role reports to the Chief Executive and is a member of the charity’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT).  The role reflects planned development and expansion in the charity’s direct service provision including the development of a permanent Helpline following a pilot project in 2025.

As a small national charity, the role combines hands on operational delivery and management with strategic leadership and vision for our Information services, Helpline, and other support services. You’ll lead a talented team of five direct reports (with plans to further expand) and will design, deliver, and evaluate services working closely with Guts UK teams and colleagues, and with external partners.

You’ll be responsible for services strategy and leadership oversight, budget oversight, safeguarding leadership, and services evaluation, ensuring our work is grounded in evidence, shaped by lived experience, and built for impact.

We’re looking to you to lead our strategic priority for improving information services and support including quality of life and quality of care for all those affected by digestive conditions and symptoms.

Who we’re looking for?

We’re seeking a strategic, values-led senior manager who embraces operational delivery and managing a small and dedicated team.  The role requires someone with a strong track record in service delivery including a charity Helpline service.

What matters most is your belief in the power of people and communities to shape and deliver change, your commitment to equity, and your readiness to lead with compassion, clarity, and courage.

Location

We have offices in London and Huddersfield, both of which are easily accessible by public transport or road. We support hybrid working but attendance in the chosen office is required for a minimum of 1 day per week.

Please see the attached detail job pack for further information and how to apply. 

We are looking for a Programmes & Hubs Manager to lead the launch and development of our new regional hubs and our programmes designed to reduce the gap in employability within LGBTQIA+ young adults. This is a pivotal role in bringing to life our operational strategy for 2026–2030.

You will design and deliver a year-round curriculum, grow our digital and in-person communities, and ensure programmes are impactful, inclusive, and sustainable. You’ll also manage volunteers, build partnerships, and act as an ambassador for Blossom in the wider community.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Deliver Strategy: Bring to life Blossom’s new programmes and broader operational strategy for 2026 to 2030 by taking overarching responsibility for programmes across the charity including:
  • Hub Launch & Development: Lead the creation of new local hubs in counties outside of Surrey and maintain delivery of existing hub’s.
  • Annual Curriculum Design: Use public, service user and secondary research projects and other evidence based processes to develop and implement a full annual curriculum.
  • Short-Term “Accelerator” Campaigns: Plan and execute thematic campaigns with the purpose of accelerating access to work.
  • Digital Content & Community: Develop and launch online resources on our digital members portal.
• On Site Monitoring: attend hubs and accelerator programme delivery to monitor, seek areas of improvement, and connect with service users & leaders.
• Volunteer & Leadership Management: Recruit, train & support a team of volunteers and “Hub Peer Leaders”.
• Service User Management: Oversee and maintain a central database of service users.
• Monitoring & Evaluation: Track Key Performance Indicators and outcome measures. Collecting and reporting on metrics & generalised feedback.
• Community and Partnership Engagement: Act as the key representative of Blossom. Build and maintain partnerships with a range of different stakeholders.
• Outreach & audience building: Deliver a range of outreach activities and other projects focused on growing the charities audience and reaching new service users.
• Operational and Logistical Oversight: Manage the practical aspects of delivering multiple programmes across in person and digital locations.
• Budget Management & Fundraising: Track expenses and provide budget reports. Generate funds to continue to deliver and scale our work.
• Ensure all activities align with Blossom LGBT’s values and comply with organisational policies (health & safety, equality, GDPR, etc.).
• Continually seek innovation in service delivery: use feedback from youth to experiment with new formats or topics to keep the programme relevant and engaging.
• Organisational Development: Take part and lead cross-organisational projects that better Blossom as a charity.

This role requires a full UK Driving Licence & Access to a car. 
The successful candidate will need to pass a Criminal Background Check & referencing. 

Applications close 11:30pm on Sunday 19th October & first stage interviews will take place on 27th, 28th and 29th October.

FINANCE MANAGER

Location: London (hybrid, 1–2 days WFH)
Salary: £40,000–£45,000
Contract: Permanent

Prospectus is excited to be partnering with a national organisation in the education and professional development sector to recruit a Finance Manager. This pivotal role will lead on day-to-day financial operations while contributing to budgeting, payroll, and reporting. It’s a hands-on position within a supportive team, offering the chance to enhance financial processes, guide leadership decisions, and ensure strong compliance and governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of finance, including invoicing, payments, reconciliations, and reporting
• Oversee payroll and pensions administration, liaising with external providers
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to support decision-making
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and relevant regulations
• Act as the main point of contact for auditors, suppliers, and key stakeholders
• Supervise and develop a Finance & Operations Administrator
• Contribute to improving financial systems and processes

About You

• Previous experience in a finance management role
• Strong financial reporting and budget management skills
• Proficient in Excel and financial systems (knowledge of Oracle desirable)
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Confident communicator, able to work effectively with colleagues at all levels
• Flexible, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement

Please note: We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert early if the role is successfully filled.

As a specialist recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from all sections of the community. We support candidates throughout their recruitment journey.

At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Community Engagement Practitioner to play a pivotal role in our complex needs service in Haringey.

Sounds great, what will I be doing?

To provide high quality support as a non-clinical member of NHS' multidisciplinary Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) to an allocated group of adult service users (18+) with moderate to severe mental illness within the community. To carry out duties in line with Hestia's and North London Mental Health Partnership (NLMHP)'s policies and procedures.

What do I need to bring with me?

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

Here's what the team will be looking for:

You will bring either an NVQ Level 4 in Care (or equivalent) or substantial experience gained through at least two years in a mental health setting. With a strong understanding of mental health issues, recovery, and co-production principles, you will apply this knowledge to deliver effective and inclusive support. You will have proven experience of working collaboratively with other professionals, services, and communities, ensuring a joined-up approach to care. Your knowledge of care planning, risk assessment, recovery tools, and the Mental Health Act will enable you to assess needs effectively and contribute to safe, person-centred support planning.

You will demonstrate excellent communication, relationship-building, and group facilitation skills, alongside the ability to adapt to different service user needs. With confidence in using IT systems, including electronic case management tools, you will be able to maintain accurate records and monitor outcomes effectively. Resilient and adaptable, you will maintain clear professional boundaries while working independently or as part of a fast-paced team. Above all, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed practice that promotes dignity, empowerment, and recovery.

Interview Steps

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

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

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

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

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

We are a disability confident employer

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

Safeguarding Statement

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

Important Information for Candidates

If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.

We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.