Community and participation events manager jobs in belvedere, greater london

Rainbow Migration is the longest-running charity in Europe dedicated to supporting LGBTQI+ people through the asylum and immigration system and has been campaigning for their rights since 1993. We are recruiting for a Legal and Support Services Assistant to act as a first point of contact for the charity and assist the legal and support services teams.

The Legal and Support Services Assistant will help ensure smooth delivery of our services. You will be the first point of contact for new queries and play a key role in providing the information needed and passing enquiries to the relevant service.

This role will receive full training and support as required to deliver your responsibilities, which include the following:

• Provide admin support for the legal and support services teams
• Answer calls and emails
• Prioritise enquires from service users or signpost them to other organisations
• Organise legal advice sessions for asylum and partnership service users
• Input data onto our Salesforce database
• Write minutes for legal and support service team meetings
• Assist with organising and running events (e.g. Pride, service user Christmas party)
• Assist with preparations for training and presentations

Rainbow Migration’s vision is that LGBTQI+ people can settle safely in the UK and lead fulfilling lives.

Our values are: 

• Safety: We believe everyone should be safe from persecution and safe to be themselves. We strive to create a safe workplace culture, and we place importance on the wellbeing of everyone involved with Rainbow Migration. 
• Integrity: We are thorough and honest in everything we do, and we take responsibility for our actions. We want to be accountable to our communities and those who support us. 
• Belonging: We welcome and include all LGBTQI+ people, and we celebrate and value their range of experience in terms of gender, religion, race, age, disability status and class. We try to remove obstacles to participation, champion equality and promote a sense of family or home through our services. 
• Respect: We believe that every person is equal and deserves the same level of courtesy, care, and attention. We respect the rights, wishes and feelings of our service users, and campaign for their rights to be respected as they go through the asylum and immigration system. 

Diversity, inclusion and anti-oppression

At Rainbow Migration, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We consider all qualified applicants, consistent with any legal requirements.

We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and welcome applications from candidates who have been through the UK asylum system and people of colour, who are currently underrepresented among our staff in relation to our service users.

We are also reviewing what we do and how we do it through an anti-oppression and anti-racism lens, as well as investing in being more informed and led by LGBTQI+ people who have sought asylum.

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 if they meet all the necessary criteria in the person specification. If you wish to qualify under this scheme, please make this clear when applying.

We send a selection of questions in advance of job interviews to give applicants more thinking time. You are welcome to take notes in interviews to help process information. If your interview is online, we can also put questions in the meeting chat. Please let us know if we can make other adjustments to support your interview process.

Owing to the nature of the work, the successful applicant will be required at the point of conditional job offer to disclose all unspent criminal records and subsequently to undergo a basic DBS check. See our website for more information.

Role overview

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week Monday to Friday). Occasional work in the evenings and at weekends may be required but with plenty of notice. Rainbow Migration encourages staff to maintain a good work life balance and has a TOIL system in place.

Salary: Starting at £25,244 FTE with potential annual step increases up to £28,412, plus statutory employer’s pension contribution. In addition to an annual step increase, the trustees consider giving a separate inflationary increase every April.

Location: Rainbow Migration’s wheelchair accessible offices are based between Vauxhall and the Oval, London. This role will have an office-based contract but the postholder can choose to work from home for part of the week in agreement with their line manager as per our hybrid working policy. You must be available to work from our offices in London when necessary. The successful candidate would also be welcome to work from the office full-time if that is their preference. At the time of posting this advert, staff mostly work from home. There might also be occasional travel outside London with plenty of notice. Please contact us if you have any questions.

Annual leave: 25 days per year rising after 24 months by 1 day after each year of service to a maximum of 28 days per year (pro rata if working part-time).

Benefits:

• Two days of wellbeing leave to be taken at short notice in each calendar year (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Enhanced parental leave and pay
• Full pay for jury service (up to four weeks), compassionate leave (up to two weeks) and dependants’ leave (up to four days, pro rata for part-time staff)
• Separate salary step and inflationary increases considered every year
• TOIL system
• Hybrid working policy, including possibility of working abroad for 10 working days (pro rata for part-time staff) each year
• Policy on staff loans or salary advances for difficult times
• Work laptop and mobile phone
• Training and learning opportunities
• Occupational health assessments for disabled employees to understand how we can support and make reasonable adjustments
• Employee assistance programme which includes counselling service, wellness advice, legal and money advice, and other matters
• Clinical supervision for staff delivering services (a safe space with an independent therapist to offload and discuss feelings and challenges)

How to apply

Closing date: 9am 25 July 2025

Interview dates: Initial interviews will be online on 7 August 2025. A second round of face-to-face interviews in London will follow.

Please read the job description and person specification. If you have any questions about the role or would like to find out more before applying, then you can contact the line manager via the email in the JD.

Please send to the email in the JD:

1. Your CV
2. A written statement (max 1,000 words). Instead of a written statement you may submit your statement by video or audio recording (max 8 minutes)

We would also be grateful if you could complete this optional monitoring form (link in JD).

In your statement, please:

1. Explain why you are interested in this role and give examples of how you meet the person specification. In addition to what is on your CV, we want to hear about any relevant skills and experience that demonstrate how you meet the necessary criteria for the role, and if you meet any of the advantageous criteria. Skills and experience could be from training, volunteering, interests or life experience
2. Confirm if you wish to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme for anyone considered as disabled under the Equality Act 2010 (physical or mental impairment that has a ‘substantial’ and ‘long-term’ effect on your ability to do normal daily activities)
3. State how many hours a week you wish to work and if you have a preferred pattern
4. Explain if you have used AI to help with your application in any way and the reason why. While AI can be a helpful tool, we expect all applications to reflect your own experiences, qualifications and style of writing. Transparency is valued, so applications that are obviously written with AI without explanation will not be considered

By submitting an application, you:

1. Confirm that you have the right to work in the UK and will produce the necessary documentation if you are offered this post.
2. Declare that to the best of your knowledge and belief, the information provided with your application is true and correct and that you understand that any false information or statement given will justify your dismissal from Rainbow Migration if appointed.
3. Accept that owing to the nature of the work, if successful, you will be required to disclose all spent and unspent criminal records at the point of conditional job offer and subsequently to undergo an enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check. See our website for more information.

We are proud to be a member of the Experts by Experience Employment Network, which aims to create a charitable sector that is led by people with lived experience of the asylum and immigration system. As part of this network, we challenge the one-size-fits-all approach in our employment practices and respect the personal circumstances and needs of people with lived experience.

If you are an expert by experience (a refugee or a migrant with direct, first-hand experience of issues and challenges of the UK asylum or immigration system), you can ask for independent and confidential support for your job application from the Experts by Experience Employment Network. Please complete the form (link in JD) to request support and they will confirm if they can match you with a mentor to support your application.

Privacy notice

If you apply for this role, the information you provide will be processed according to Rainbow Migration's privacy policy. Rainbow Migration will not share your information with any third parties unless part of the recruitment process or are legally required to do so. By applying, you are permitting Rainbow Migration to access and use the information for recruitment purposes. Information is kept for the minimum period necessary, which for CVs, covering statements and/or audio or video submissions for unsuccessful applicants is 12 months after the conclusion of the recruitment campaign. Monitoring information is kept separately and is pseudonymised to avoid identification of applicants. It is amalgamated for statistical purposes and the original data is then deleted after six months.

Supplementary Schools Support Officer

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join Young Hammersmith & Fulham and support a five-year collaborative initiative between Young Hammersmith & Fulham and Young Ealing Foundation, focused on strengthening supplementary schools across both boroughs. The Supplementary Schools Support Officer will provide practical support to supplementary schools, helping to improve educational outcomes for young people from diverse communities, preserve cultural heritage and mother-tongue language education, and create a thriving network of supplementary schools that share best practices and resources.

Key Details

• Line Manager: Membership and Sector Development Manager
• Salary: £30,000 pro rata (16 hours per week - approximately £12,000 per annum)
• Location: Hybrid – Young H&F & YEF offices and flexible working across Hammersmith & Fulham and Ealing boroughs
• Hours: 16 hours per week, flexible working including evenings and weekends to accommodate supplementary schools' operating schedules
• Contract: Permanent (project funded until March 2030)
• Annual Leave: 25 days per year plus bank holidays and Christmas closure period (pro rata)
• Start Date: September 2025

Key Responsibilities

Programme Management and Support

• Conduct regular site visits to supplementary schools across both boroughs (approximately 8 hours in each borough per week)
• Identify development needs of supplementary schools and connect them with relevant training and networking opportunities
• Support the grants programme, advising schools on applications and monitoring funded projects
• Facilitate termly network meetings to promote collaboration, information sharing, and professional development
• Organise training sessions based on identified needs, covering safeguarding, teaching methods, governance, and fundraising topics
• Plan and deliver an annual celebration and showcase event for all participating schools

Communication and Relationship Building

• Develop and maintain relationships with supplementary schools across both boroughs
• Create regular communications through a dedicated newsletter and online platforms
• Build connections between supplementary schools and mainstream education
• Liaise with key partners, including local authority education teams, cultural organisations, and the National Resource Centre for Supplementary Education (NRCSE)
• Report to the joint steering group/strategic panel on progress and outcomes

Monitoring and Evaluation

• Monitor the impact of grants on supplementary schools and the children and young people they serve
• Collect data on attendance, participation, and outcomes
• Develop case studies that demonstrate the impact of the project
• Support participating schools in evaluating their own provision
• Contribute to the overall project evaluation framework

Person Specification

Essential Skills and Experience

• Understanding of supplementary education and its importance for children and young people from diverse communities
• Experience of working with community organisations and/or education providers
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent organisational abilities, including managing a varied workload across multiple locations
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience in providing capacity-building support to organisations
• Ability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of the supplementary school sector in London
• Understanding of safeguarding practices in educational settings
• Experience in grant management and monitoring
• Familiarity with the communities in Hammersmith & Fulham and/or Ealing
• Knowledge of multiple languages relevant to local communities
• Experience in delivering training or facilitating network meetings
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation methodologies

Benefits

• 7% Employer's pension contributions
• Travel and Hospitality Expenses
• Work Phone
• Death in Service payment of three times your salary
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Tech Scheme for discounted purchases of new personal laptops/smartphones
• Optional one-to-one external support for personal development
• Potential training opportunities
• Occasional team lunches and away-day activities

About the Project

This is a five-year collaborative initiative between the Young Hammersmith & Fulham and the Young Ealing Foundation to support supplementary schools across both boroughs. The project has two main components:

1. A grants programme providing £50,000 annually (£25,000 per borough) to support supplementary schools, with an average grant of £3,000 per school.

2. A dedicated Supplementary Schools Support Officer working around 16 hours per week, who will offer practical support to schools.

The project aims to enhance the capacity and sustainability of supplementary schools, improve educational outcomes for young people from diverse communities, preserve cultural heritage and mother-tongue language education, foster a vibrant network of supplementary schools, and strengthen links between supplementary provision and mainstream education.

About Young Hammersmith and Fulham

Young Hammersmith & Fulham is a membership charity dedicated to strengthening our borough's youth sector by supporting the charities, organisations, and professionals working with young people. Our vision is a borough where every young person can thrive, supported by a strong, connected and well-resourced youth sector. Our mission is to strengthen Hammersmith & Fulham's youth sector by supporting the charities, organisations, and professionals working with young people across the borough.

We support over 100 organisations through exclusive member-only grants, expert-led training, collaborative networks, and tailored support. We create both physical and metaphorical space for discussion and collaboration, while embedding youth voice into our decision-making through our Young Grantmakers and Youth Advisory Board.

Our membership scheme is open to everyone working with children and young people aged 0-25 in Hammersmith and Fulham, including youth clubs, charities, schools, businesses, voluntary groups, and public sector organisations. We provide dedicated one-to-one support to voluntary youth organisations with an annual income of under £50,000, and offer advice, guidance, and collaboration opportunities to all our community members.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Young Hammersmith & Fulham is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we do not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're interested in this role. The deadline for applications is Friday, 8th August 2025

Salary: London Living Wage £27,007.50 p.a. FTE

Contract: 6-month fixed term contract with the prospect of progression to a permanent Coordinator role

Location:  Main Office - London Scottish House, 95 Horseferry Rd, London SW1P 2DX.

We are seeking interns to work in London and North Kent

Reporting to: Programme Hub Manager

About the Role:

Here at Construction Youth Trust, we're on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are excited to learn and ready to dive into a supported internship. This is a fantastic chance to get a hands-on feel for what it's like to work in the charity sector. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the wider development of the Trust e.g. participation in strategic working or Task & Finish groups.

We are particularly looking for individuals at the start of their career interested in working directly with young people within our Delivery Team

As a Delivery Team Intern, your key duties and responsibilities could include:

· Supporting the team to deliver fun and engaging programmes and activities for young people to get them ready for the working world by building on their skills and confidence.

· Supporting the team in the development of effective long-term working relationships with schools and referral partners.

· Supporting the team to enlist, manage and coordinate the support of local industry partners to connect young people with opportunities and employers that match their unique strengths and interests.

· Supporting the team with administrative tasks, helping to register, monitor, and evaluate the young people participating in programmes and activities.

· Please note that you will be required to travel across London regularly

About You

What we’re looking for in our new Intern(s) includes:

· Ideally educated to Level 3 (BTEC, A- Level, etc) or equivalent experience.

· Enthusiastic about connecting young people to opportunities, particularly those facing significant barriers to work.

· Have a ‘can-do’ attitude, as our Intern you will be expected to get involved in a variety of our programmes and activities.

· IT literate and digitally savvy

· Ability to communicate professionally with a range of people including young people, schools, funders, universities, industry representatives, training providers and community organisations.

· A willingness to learn about career opportunities offered by the modern construction and wider built environment sector.

About Us

Make a big impact with a dynamic small charity transforming young people’s lives London.

Construction Youth Trust is an ambitious and innovative charity whose mission to inspire and enable young people to overcome barriers and achieve their full career potential. Social mobility is at the heart of our work, and we prioritise working with young people from low-income backgrounds and those who are facing significant barriers to employment.

We help young people recognise their potential, develop their confidence and skills and discover career opportunities never previously presented to them. Through our long-standing partnerships with employers in the construction and built environment sector (over 200+ across London), we connect young people to relatable role models, world of work experiences and ultimately rewarding jobs and apprenticeships. The built environment is at the forefront of the drive towards achieving net zero and future economic growth, offering young people substantial opportunity for career progression.

The Construction Youth Trust team works in a fast-paced environment, so we’re looking for someone who is well-organised, detail-oriented and will be proactive in finding effective solutions. You should have excellent communication skills, the ability to build relationships and a willingness to learn.

At the Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We are looking for candidates who share our dedication to this commitment. All roles involve safer recruitment practices therefore an Enhanced Disclosure with Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be carried out.

We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive team is vital to our work. We are especially interested in hearing from individuals from a minority ethnic background and/or those with a lived experience of the young people we support.

What we offer:

As one of our interns, you'll gain valuable skills to kickstart your career, with the prospect of progressing into a Coordinator role with us. Plus, you'll have an internal buddy to support you and help you settle in throughout your internship.

You’ll be eligible for many of our benefits including:

· 25 days annual leave per year, plus an additional “Day for You”, (pro rata for part-time or any period less than 1 year) which increases by a day each year after 2 years’ service up to a maximum annual leave entitlement of 30 days per year

· Opportunity to take a 6-week sabbatical after 3 years of service

· The Trust’s contributory pension scheme after three months – The charity will match your employee contribution up to 7%

· All travel expenses covered over and above your regular commute to and from work. Any extra travel for work purposes will be reimbursed.

· Access to Workplace Options EAP (a provider of employee support services)

· Opportunity to Work from Home

· Opportunity to take part in the wider team’s wellbeing and social activities

· A supportive Training and Development policy which encourages colleagues to develop as professionals and achieve relevant qualifications (e.g. CIOF’s Certificate in Fundraising).

How to Apply

If you are passionate about improving the life chances of young people, especially those facing disadvantage and exclusion, we'd love to hear from you! Please complete the application form and include a supporting statement (max. 500 words) explaining why you're interested in this role and how you meet the person specification.

Previous applicants need not apply. CV's alone are not considered a full application and si will not be considered.

Closing date: 25th July 2025. However, we reserve the right to close recruitment for these roles ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications. We may also interview candidates as we receive suitable applications and close the application deadline earlier if a successful candidate is found.

A second interview may also be required.

You can access the Application Form, Job Description and Person Specification for this role using the linked document on this site.