Community development manager jobs

We aim to make a positive difference to those impacted by Domestic abuse, homelessness or/and poor mental health by developing innovative responses to need and providing high quality, specialist support to build independent resilience and live safely.

Are you experienced in finance and looking for the next step in your career?

Do you thrive in evolving and fast-paced environments?

Are you a confident decision maker who is able to manage the core functions of a charity?

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our award winning charity as a

Business and Finance Manager

You will be an integral part of the PAC management team and be accountable to the Chief Operating Officer.

PAC is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief.

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Business Development Manager
 

Organisation overview

Paragon Music is a pioneering inclusive music and dance performance company based at the Boardwalk in Glasgow.  For 45 incredible years, we’ve been transforming lives through the power of music and movement, empowering people of all ages and abilities to express themselves, connect with others, and develop their full potential.

Widely recognised as one of Scotland’s leading inclusive arts organisations, Paragon has delivered hundreds of workshops, performances, and residencies across the country, making a profound and lasting impact on individuals and communities alike. Our work is grounded in creativity, collaboration, and equality, and we’re proud to champion inclusive practice at both grassroots and international levels.

As we celebrate our 45th anniversary, we’re entering an exciting new phase of development. We are currently consolidating our programmes in Glasgow, Dumfries & Galloway, and North Lanarkshire, while actively expanding our reach to new communities across Scotland and beyond. With a strong foundation, growing demand, and a bold vision for the future, Paragon is perfectly positioned for further growth and innovation.

Role Overview
Paragon Music is seeking a dynamic and motivated Business Development Manager to lead fundraising, oversee financial and governance functions, and support strategic growth. This is a pivotal role within the organisation, contributing directly to the sustainability and expansion of our inclusive music and dance programmes across Scotland and beyond.  The post-holder will initially focus on fundraising and business development before broadening their remit to include governance and financial management following a period of onboarding.

Location: The Boardwalk, 105 Brunswick Street, Glasgow, G1 1TF
Reporting to: Creative Director & Board of Directors
Salary: £32,000 pro rata (0.6 FTE)
Start Date: 01 October 2025
Contract Renewal Date: 1 April 2026
Holidays: 16.8 days pro rata
Working Hours: 10:00am–6:00pm (flexible), occasional evenings/weekends (TOIL applies)

Job Description: Download the full job description from Paragon website
Deadline: Friday 5 September, 6pm

How to Apply: Complete Online Application Form and upload your CV and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and why you would like to work with Paragon. 

More information: Paragon website

Paragon is an equal opportunities and disability confident employer dedicated to diversity and inclusion. If you require any additional support to complete your application please get in touch and we can arrange alternative or supported ways of applying. 

Community Fundraiser

(Maternity Cover – Temporary)

£29,217 per annum

37.5 hours per week

Predominantly Mon-Fri with some evening and weekend working

5 weeks holiday pay plus Bank Holidays, Pension Scheme, Staff referral scheme (earn extra pay every time you successfully refer someone), Employee Assistance Programme, including private GP access, Free roadside parking off site, Free DBS check.

Closing date for applicants: 15th September 2025

First interviews via Teams: 22nd September 2025

Second interviews: 1st October 2025

Would you like to work in a genuinely rewarding organisation?

Nottinghamshire Hospice lead the provision of compassionate, community palliative care to those who are dying in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire from a terminal or life limiting illness.  Our values are embedded throughout the organisation – Compassion, Trust and Ambition.

You’ll be responsible for developing and maintaining our growing community fundraising income stream by empowering and inspiring the community of Nottinghamshire to actively fundraise for Nottinghamshire Hospice.

Our focus is on giving supporters the tools and support to champion our organisation whilst having fun and making as much money as they can to support our patients.

The role will do this by focusing on;

· Increasing our presence and fundraising income from local communities.

· Growing and then maximising the income from supporters who choose to fundraise for Nottinghamshire Hospice.

· Storytelling and communicating the impact fundraising has on those we support

· Recruiting and supporting a team of volunteer community fundraisers.

· Recruiting event participants and supporting their fundraising activities and developing a Hospice events programme that focuses on return on investment.

This role requires an ambitious, self-motivated, and target-driven fundraiser who will form part of our vibrant and passionate fundraising team.

COMMUNITY HUB LEADER

Oasis Hub Woodview, Woodview Drive, B15 2HU

Full-time (40 hours per week, 1 FTE), Permanent Contract

Salary: £35,217 per annum

Oasis is looking for someone who can combine an entrepreneurial flair and excellent leadership skills to become the next Community Hub Leader at Woodview, Birmingham. 

The post holder will lead the development of the Hub, situated on the periphery of central Birmingham, serving the community of the Woodview estate, supporting the Oasis Academy and wider local community. The role will hold the vision of integrated community delivery, which will include a range of projects such as family support, volunteering, advice and support, community events.

This is a key role as you will be responsible for strategic oversight of the hub charity, ensuring the youth and community work supports the work of the academy, working alongside other local Oasis leaders such as the Principal, volunteers and members of the local community to develop a joined up local vision for the community.

Some of the specific duties of this role include:

· Establishment and coordination of a range of services such as family support, holiday provision, volunteering and community empowerment projects.

· Building supportive working partnerships across the community and various groups.

· Leading strategic development (e.g. comms, income generation, MEL)

· Planning, resource and coordinate the community plan, measuring impact.

· Working closely with the academy safeguarding team on Early Help and family support.

· Developing a team that can grow an Oasis Movement (e.g. engaging staff, volunteers and community workers).

This is very much a relational and project management role. As such, the successful applicant will need to demonstrate:

· Experience of leading community delivery and growing projects from start-up phase.

· Innovative use of resources and budget management to maximise funding.

· A thorough knowledge and understanding community work.

· An education to degree level or equivalent and /or relevant professional qualification.

This is a unique opportunity for a self-reliant and results-focused individual, who is looking to make a difference in this complex and high-profile field of work. In return we offer:

· Flexible working practices which encourage innovation and fresh ideas.

· A supportive network and friendly team in a motivating working environment.

· A non-contributory defined benefit pension scheme with 7% employer contributions.

· 25 days holiday per year (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 30 days after 2 years of service.

· Employee wellbeing schemes such as Cycle to Work and an employee funded health cash plan.

For full details please go the Oasis UK charity website.

Closing date for completed applications is 5pm Friday 29th August. Stage 1 interviews will be held on either Friday 5th or Monday 8th September via TEAMS and the final stage will take place on Monday 15th September in person at Woodview. Please send us your CV and cover letter.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact us via the Oasis UK charity website

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

The Vacancy

Job Title: Policy Manager

Location: London/Hybrid

Salary: £43,294.95 per annum

Weekly Hours: 35

Reference: YMC1130049

There’s a new opportunity for a strategic thinker with a passion for influencing public policy and making a real difference in young people’s lives.  YMCA England & Wales is looking for a Policy Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the future for communities across the country.

As the largest and oldest youth charity in the world, YMCA is a dynamic federation committed to supporting young people in mind, body, and spirit. In this exciting and influential role, you’ll lead our policy function – ensuring YMCA's voice is heard across Westminster, Whitehall, and beyond.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Policy, Campaigns & Research, the Policy Manager will drive our engagement with government, policymakers, and stakeholders by crafting evidence-based positions that reflect the needs of the YMCA movement and the young people we serve.

You will be responsible for monitoring emerging policy developments, preparing responses to government announcements, and producing high-quality briefings and reports for internal and external stakeholders. You’ll work closely with local YMCAs to ensure our positions are grounded in lived experience and reflect the realities faced by communities across England and Wales.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape public discourse, build influential relationships, and help us champion the issues that matter most – from youth homelessness and mental health to employment and education.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of YMCA’s public policy positions using robust research and insights.
• Monitor, analyse, and respond to government announcements, select committee work, and policy shifts.
• Produce briefings and reports for the Chief Executive, Board of Trustees, and senior leaders.
• Develop strong relationships with government departments, civil servants, and coalition partners.
• Collaborate with local YMCAs to ensure grassroots experiences inform national policy.
• Amplify the voice of young people in all areas of policy development.
• Support and work closely with colleagues across the Policy, Communications & International (PCI) team.

About You

You are a confident communicator with a deep understanding of the UK policy landscape and experience influencing public policy at a senior level. You bring strategic insight, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to turn complex information into clear, impactful messages.

You’ll have:

• Proven experience in a policy role, ideally in the charity or public sector.
• Strong political awareness and understanding of policy-making processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience producing briefings and reports for senior audiences.
• The ability to build collaborative relationships across a wide range of stakeholders.
• A passion for social justice and a commitment to YMCA’s mission and values.

Why Join Us?

At YMCA England & Wales, you’ll be part of a supportive, inclusive organisation making a tangible impact. You’ll help drive real change for young people and communities, working in a role that offers purpose, flexibility, and professional development.  If you're interested please do not delay, due to recent high volume of applications we may have to close the application window earlier than 24th August.

Our recruitment process is anonymised and candidates' names are hidden. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. Safer recruitment is important to us and the successful applicant will be asked to provide two references. They will also be required to complete a safeguarding self-declaration, safeguarding training and undertake a DBS check.

We are principally funded by Sport England to work with local partners to create opportunities for people to be physically active, move more, and play sport. We work with a diverse range of partners and manage several grant funding programmes and projects that aim to create opportunities for local people in the Black Country to be active.

About the roles

Working closely with the Active Black Country team and Local Authority partners, the 2 x Community Engagement Officers will play a key role in identifying community need and will identify appropriate support or training solutions. The role will support communities to build capacity and knowledge and will share opportunities to be active, support creativity and the development of skills.

Working closely with the Active Black Country (ABC) team and Local Authority partners you will:

1. Engage with communities to understand barriers and motivations to adopting an active lifestyle.

2. Support community organisations to make it easier to find and access physical activity opportunities locally including online.

3. Support understanding and awareness of digital platforms including ABC’s Black Country Moving Platform and its benefits.

4. Ensure that community voice is captured and utilised at all stages of development and support.

5. Connect and collaborate with key community engagement roles across the Black Country, such as Public Health Development Officers.

6. Develop positive relationships with all stakeholders.

Main duties

1. Work with the Active Communities Strategic Lead, communities, and residents to understand needs and training requirements.

2. Build relationships with partners, community organisations and provide support to integrate physical activity content on The Black Country Moving Platform.

3. To promote opportunities to encourage people to be active, providing ongoing support to local community organisations to raise awareness and accessibility of local services that support active lifestyles.

4. Coordinate a programme of support or training opportunities based on community need.

5. Work with the ABC Digital Inclusion Manager to improve the wayfinding experience of the Black Country Moving platform, developing content with community organisations and residents.

6. Share learning across the region to build shared understanding of the challenges to being active and how we can collectively deliver future services.

7. Collect and collate data including case studies.

8. Maintain ABC stakeholder database.

9. Ensure compliance at all times with contract management, procurement and finance procedures.

10.  Be responsible and take reasonable care for the health, safety and welfare of self and other employees and the public in accordance with Health and Safety Legislation and company procedures.

11.  Adhere to the Data Protection Act. Confidentiality must be maintained at all times.

12.  Adhere to relevant Active Black Country Limited policies and procedures.

13.  Undertake such other duties as may be appropriate.

Person Specification

1. Able to work as a trusted partner and build strong, effective and valued relationships across a wide range of people and organisations.

2. Visibly values and promotes co-design and can bring people together to jointly create innovative ideas and practice.

3. Skilled in building trust and long-term relationships across sectors especially with local partners, community-based organisations, local authorities and charities.

4. Significant experience of working with the voluntary and community sector at all levels, including staff, volunteers, trustees, and management committees.

5. Experience of building the capacity of voluntary and community organisations, with a focus on active lifestyle provision.

6. Knowledge of active lifestyle barriers and motivators and methods of overcoming barriers and maximising motivations to increase community activity.

7. Demonstrates professional, voluntary, or lived experience of communities most marginalised or under-represented in being active. Has knowledge and understanding of the barriers to activity. Can articulate, demonstrate, or evidence the valuable role that physical activity and sport can contribute to health, environmental & socio-economic outcomes.

8. Strong written and verbal skills. Able to distil learning clearly for different audiences, including communities, partners and funders.

9. A self-starter who shows skills in agile and adaptive working proving you can respond quickly, work flexibly and navigate through fast-paced, changing, complex and uncertain environments.

Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country. Our retail stores play a vital part in helping us achieve our mission by bringing in significant revenue generation, building awareness and engaging local communities.

Join our team and be part of a dynamic retail environment where your can-do attitude makes a real difference. We're looking for courageous individuals who take initiative, considerate team players who put customers first and trustworthy colleagues who take pride in what they do. If you thrive in a collaborative workplace and enjoy helping people, we'd love to hear from you.

As an Assistant Retail Manager, you will join an incredible team and support them to encourage sales, provide excellent customer service, and uphold the highest standards of stock presentation and store cleanliness. 

Community Connector

We are looking for a Community Connector to support an emotional and wellbeing service that supports adults aged 18+ in primary care who are experiencing a range of mental health difficulties.

Position: GPIMHS Community Connector

Location: East Elmbridge and occasional travel across Surrey

Hours: 37h per week

Salary: £30,906 (per annum)

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: MFT offer an extensive benefits package including; 5% Pension Employer Contribution, Paid Sick Leave, Blue Light Card Scheme, Vivup Discounts, Staff Social Events, Staff Social & Wellbeing Committee, Celebration Day (in addition to annual leave entitlement)

Closing Date: 25 August 2025

Interview Date: Week commencing 1 September 2025

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and the successful completion of a probationary period.

Project

GPIMHS is an emotional and wellbeing service that supports adults aged 18+ in primary care who are experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. Clients are offered extended consultation times, quick and easy access to practical advice, and tailored support for their mental health needs from a multidisciplinary team.

Clients can explore the situation affecting their wellbeing – Whether that is an ongoing mental or physical health problem, loneliness, debt, or other issues. They can then be guided to appropriate resources that may help, including talking therapies, benefits advice, or an introduction to a local community group.

The role of the Community Connector is fundamental to the development of these innovative teams and mental health services based within networks of GP Practices (Primary Care Networks – PCNs). The role supports the ongoing development and mobilisation of integrated primary care mental health services. GPIMHS is delivered in partnership between Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (SABP) and the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector.

The Role

As part of a multidisciplinary team based in primary care, the Community Connector will:

• Collaborate with the Mental Health Practitioner to conduct assessments (including risk assessments), assist with triaging incoming referrals, support clients in identifying socially determined needs and goals, provide self-management tools, and facilitate personal support plans.
• Deliver motivational and structured psychosocial interventions to promote recovery and wellbeing.
• Encourage independence through an asset-based approach that builds on individuals’ strengths, preferences and natural support networks.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with GPs, practice staff, health practitioners, and a wide range of agencies to ensure coordinated support and continuity of care.
• Support clients in accessing community services including Community Connections, housing providers, family and carer support, debt advice, and employment services.
• Facilitate engagement with key services such as Safe Havens, CMHRS (Community Mental Health Recovery Services), and local wellbeing activities.
• Connect clients with peer support and volunteering opportunities and provide support to peer support workers within the PCN.
• Assist with community resource mapping, maintain a database of local resources, identify gaps in provision, and collaborate with VCSE organisations to develop needed services.
• Broker and build partnerships between public and voluntary sector agencies to enhance service delivery and access.
• Complete quality outcome measures with clients and conduct regular reviews (i.e. DIALOG+).
• Attend regular supervision with the Mental Health Practitioner (case management) and Team Manager (line management).

About You

Qualifications and Experience

• A diploma or degree in an appropriate subject e.g. counselling, psychology, social work, probation, mental health, Health and Social Care (Level 3) or NVQ Level 3+.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience of mental health work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and basic Excel skills.
• Experience of using electronic patient record systems/case management systems (e.g. SystmOne, Halo, IAPTus) and/or ability to learn how to use the electronic patient record system.
• Ability to enter and manipulate data on a database as required by the Service and Commissioners to include in monitoring and reports.
• Ability to work from home and maintain confidentiality and professionalism when and if required using Microsoft Teams and other virtual platforms.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to interact effectively with clients, colleagues and other professionals whilst retaining clear boundaries.
• Understanding and ability to work to the confidentiality, consent, information sharing, GDPR and safeguarding policies of the integrated service.
• Commitment to accurate, timely and confidential record keeping.
• Knowledge and understanding of community working, lone working and ability to maintain safety whilst working in the community.
• Ability to break down stigma and barriers associated with working with the client group.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (statutory and voluntary).
• Ability to use supervision effectively.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour from clients, such as anger and verbal aggression.

When you click to apply you will be asked to upload your CV and covering letter (in which you’ll explain how you feel your experience is suitable for the role). Please ensure you upload your documents in order to be considered for this role.

About the Organisation

The charity is a mental health and emotional wellbeing charity, supporting Surrey residents since 1994 in Banstead, Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell and Mole Valley.

Offering a variety of face-to-face and online services, available to adults (aged 16+) living in Surrey who would like to restore and/or maintain their mental and emotional wellbeing (no diagnosis needed). The services are free of charge, with no waiting list and no time limit.

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the successful completion of a probationary period.

This post is Exempt from the Protection of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).

You may also have experience in areas such as Community Connector, Community Development Worker, Social Service, Social Services, Support Worker, Care Worker, Early Help, Social Work, Youth, Youth Worker, Support Service, Vulnerable Adult, Care, Care and Support, Social Care, Community Support, Community, Children, Young People, Family, Community Project Officer, Community Partnerships Manager, Community Partnerships Officer, Community Engagement Officer, Community Engagement, Mental Health, Health. #INDNFP

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

The Big House (TBH) is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive income generation through sales of The Big House’s corporate training offer, The Big House Means Business (TBHMB). The ideal candidate is a dynamic sales person who is highly organised and has a talent for nurturing  long-term client relationships. This role will work closely with the Head of Strategic Partnerships to develop our existing TBHMB business strategy which focuses on selling workshops to sectors of strategic importance for TBH; the social care sector, criminal justice sector and national, local government departments and corporate partners. The successful candidate will be passionate about the work of TBH and motivated by generating social impact.

About Age UK Lambeth

We support older people in Lambeth to live enriched, productive and purposeful lives: challenging the stigma of ageing, reducing social isolation and ensuring they get the right support at the right time. We are kind, person-centred and outcome-focused - finding solutions that work by listening, being flexible and including older people in delivering services. 

What you’ll be doing? 

You will be part of the Neighbourhood and Wellbeing Team working in the North and South of the borough. You’ll be responsible for:

• Provide personalised brief intervention and social prescribing support to individuals, their families and carers.

• Meet clients on a one-to-one basis, making home visits where appropriate and allowing clients the time and space to discuss ‘what matters to me.

• Provide person-centred support to enable clients to identify their health and wellbeing needs and goals. Co-produce support plans with clients to discuss what’s important, where they would like to be in the future and how we can support them to achieve this. 

• Manage and prioritise a caseload to ensure clients' needs, priorities and urgent support are met.

• Have a keen interest in the local area to identify gaps in services or community needs and to work with your Neighbourhood team, local service providers and the local community to address these.

What you need to bring

• Able to write compelling communications to advocate for your clients. 

• Able to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders 

• Able to analyse data and create engaging reports 

What you’ll benefit from

• Generous pension provision - 7% employer contribution

• 26 days holiday a year rising to 31 days after 5 years

• A great staff culture with kindness at its heart

Lead transformative organising programmes with communities across the UK to build power and win change.

About the role

This is a hands-on role for an experienced organiser who will lead key aspects of our community organising practice. You'll design and deliver training workshops, coach emerging organisers, and build meaningful relationships with both partner organisations and individual members to expand our movement.

Working with campaign teams across the UK, you'll ensure organising principles are woven throughout our programmes whilst supporting communities to build power, win campaigns, and develop new leaders. You'll create resources and content to scale our impact, evaluate our training effectiveness, and strengthen Act Build Change's contribution to the organising field.

This role requires regular travel and a passion for grassroots work, offering the opportunity to shape how we build collective power for change.

About us

Act Build Change is a transformative organising school that makes community organising and collective care methods accessible to everyone who wants to end injustice.

Since 2019, we've supported over 150 collectives and organisations across the UK and Ireland, working with those with disabilities, migrants and refugees, young people, carers, working class communities, LGBTQ+ collectives, those living in poverty and the intersections across those identities.

Our work includes delivering training and resources, supporting communities to navigate difference and change, and providing coaching for organisers and movement leaders.

Key responsibilities

Training and development

• Develop Act Build Change's transformative organising pedagogy and lead internal staff training to ensure team-wide fluency in our curriculum and approach.

• Design and deliver engaging organising training both online and in-person, adapting our curriculum for diverse audiences and needs.

• Provide on-the-ground shadowing and coaching to develop the skills of organisers and movement leaders.

Community building and partnerships

• Build strategic relationships across the organising field with practitioners, partners, and the broader social justice ecosystem.

• Lead key cohort projects, ensuring high-quality delivery and effective ground-level action.

• Lead event planning and facilitation for community-facing programmes, workshops, and strategy gatherings whilst expanding our membership base.

Team leadership

• Line manage programme staff, supporting their wellbeing, development, and performance through regular supervision and feedback.

• Foster a workplace culture rooted in collective care, accountability, and anti-oppression practices.

• Collaborate with team members to improve internal systems, document learning, and refine training practices.

Fundraising and sustainability

• Raise at least £60,000 through partner projects, funding bids, and membership dues to ensure financial sustainability.

• Contribute to strategic planning, evaluation, and organisational learning to guide Act Build Change's future development.

• Represent Act Build Change in networks and at events within the broader social justice ecosystem.

What we’re looking for

Essential experience and skills

• Professional with management experience in the charity, social justice, or non-profit sectors.

• Proven ability to support and lead organisational change, aligning team practices with strategic objectives to deliver measurable impact.

• Experience in community organising, including engaging local communities and developing impactful campaigns.

• Experience in designing, delivering, and evaluating high-quality training programmes.

• Experience in fundraising and financial management.

• Comfortable using digital tools and platforms.

Desirable experience and skills

• Experience of using coaching and/or collective care methods in organising and management contexts.

• Lived experience aligned with the communities we work alongside.

• Lives outside of London.

Personal qualities

• You have a deep belief in the power of community organising to build collective power with those most affected by systemic injustice.

• You understand social justice movements, community organising methodologies, and power building initiatives.

• You are excellent at building relationships and representing the organisation, with the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.

• You are able to apply an intersectional approach to your work and work respectfully with people who experience systemic injustice.

• You are confident in facilitating participants who may feel anxious or uncertain, able to hold tension and create an environment that encourages contribution.

• You are comfortable giving and receiving constructive feedback, with strong personal accountability and time management.

• You can take initiative and be flexible, adapting to challenges and finding solutions to complex issues.

• You are willing to work outside regular hours, including some evenings and weekends, with occasional overnight stays across the UK (any travel time and/or overtime worked is recuperated through TOIL).

What we offer

Salary and benefits

• £45,000-£51,500 salary, depending on experience.

• Permanent contract with option for 4 or 5 days per week (salary and benefits will be pro-rated).

• Over 30 days of leave, including 25 days of annual leave, one day off for your birthday, one week off in August for learning and rest, plus Christmas close.

• Pension scheme and enhanced parental leave and sick pay.

Working arrangements

• Fully remote working (must be within 4 hours of central London).

• Access to office space in London when needed.

• Co-working space expenses available for those based outside London.

• Occasional travel to London may be required (up to twice a month), with expenses covered.

• Team away days around the UK (up to four times a year), with expenses covered.

• Full equipment and tech support provided.

Growth and impact

• Direct contribution to building people's power and making positive social change.

• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment with impact across the UK.

• Professional development opportunities including training and events (assessed on an individual basis).

• Clear growth pathway in an expanding team.

How to apply

Please note:

• This role is for UK-based candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

• Applicants that do not follow the instructions below may not be considered.

• Due to the volume of applications we may not be able to respond to everyone.

What to send

• Your CV (PDF, max. two pages).

• A supporting statement answering the questions below (PDF, max. 500 words per question).

• Both documents attached to your email and a mention of where you found this role.

Questions to address

• Why Act Build Change?

• Tell us about a team you have organised – what action did they take and why did it matter?

• Describe a training you delivered – what was its impact?

Next steps

• Email your application by Tue 26 Aug 2025 at 23:59.

• First round interviews will begin the week of 15 Sep 2025.

• The role will start from Nov 2025.

We are a neurodiverse and intersectional team. We’re committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone of all backgrounds. If there is anything you need us to do to support you in the application process please let us know as soon as possible.

Community Therapy Services Manager

Location: Central Hub - Unit 9 Brewery Yard, Deva City Office Park, Trinity Way, Salford, M3 7BB (satnav: M3 7BD)

Contract Type: Permanent Full Time (Reduced hours will be considered)

Closing Date: 14/09/25

About Us

We Are Survivors, are a survivor focused voluntary sector organisation that aims to create and facilitate safe spaces for male (including trans and non-binary individuals) survivors of sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation across Greater Manchester providing access to quality assured support. Our work is focused on developing ways for individuals to empower themselves to work through personal and sometimes painful issues, guided and supported by our trauma-informed team, following the trauma and recovery model.

Our vision is to have “A society where NO male survivor is left behind”

About the Role

We're looking for a Therapy Manager to join the team. Leading a team of trauma-informed therapists while delivering trauma-informed therapeutic services. We are a dynamic service with a holistic service model, so the senior role is supporting wider than just direct delivery.

You'll play a key role in supporting clients, managing communications, supporting volunteers/placements. You will work closely with our community development team and criminal justice teams to ensure survivors have access to the right support. All staff have a thematic leadership area to expand the organisations knowledge in areas impacting male survivors and their loved ones.

About You

You’ll be someone who is a qualified and experienced therapist working with trauma with a background of leading effective teams. We’re especially keen to hear from people with experience in working with men, sexual harms and supporting therapist and trainees, but we value transferable skills too. If you're passionate about creating a society where no male survivor is left behind, this could be the role for you.

Why Join Us?

· a competitive salary.

· annual leave package with incremental rises plus bank holidays.

· company sick pay.

· Birthday annual leave.

· monthly clinical supervision.

· pension contribution.

· and a range of discount and benefit programmes.

How to Apply

In your supporting statement we want you to answer these two questions:

· How can your experience support male survivors thrive?

· How you meet the role profile, ensure you answer ALL elements in your CV or supporting statement?

Interviews are expected to take place on 25th and 26th September, we reserve the right to interview and close the recruitment process early if satisfactory applicants.

Equal Opportunities

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from people with lived experience, people from underrepresented backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQ+, disabled, or from Black, Asian or minoritised communities.

We are also a Ban The Box Employer and will always give people with criminal records a fair chance to compete for our available roles. We will only ask about criminal convictions in the later stages of our recruitment processes to ensure we are recruiting off of skill, experience and ability before anything else.

 Role Purpose
To manage specific services and teams, ensuring the provision of quality assured support services to male survivors and their loved ones.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
• To manage the operational and clinical duty of care for support services
• To maintain the safe and inclusive provision of spaces for all clients
• To provide Line Management, guidance and professional and pastoral support to all client facing services staff and volunteers
• To effectively lead and successfully manage the provision of client services, as designed and governed by the organisaton, including ensuring KPIs are met and data handling and reporting is accurate.
• To ensure that all services managed, effectively record and identify threats and trends that will result in responding effectively to meet clients needs.
• To maintain and deliver relevant services to a small caseload of clients.
• Manage and deliver specific projects as directed and agreed by the Executive Team.
• To support the further development of the services that meet clients needs.

Organisational Core Responsibilities
• Stringently uphold the organisation’s values of transparency, integrity, understanding and responsiveness throughout your work and your representation of We Are Survivors.
• Honour a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and anti-oppressive practice and work positively and inclusively with everyone so that We Are Survivors provides a workplace that does not discriminate against people on the ground of their age, sexuality, religion or belief, race, gender, or disabilities.
• Ensure 100% of the work you carry out is for the achievement of the mission “to break the silence of the sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation of boys & men and support them and their loved ones to engage in positive healing, free from the impact of abuse” and vision “a society where no male survivor is left behind”.
• Maintain strict confidentiality boundaries as you have access to sensitive, restricted, and classified information; and ensure that you are fully compliant with all information governance policies set by the organisation and/or Information

Commissioners Office
• Respect individuals right to anonymity within and outside of the organisation.
• Fully comply with all professional external frameworks, charters or practice standards that We Are Survivors subscribes to, is a member of, or carries.
• Fully comply with the organisations standard operating procedures / quality assurance, guidelines, policies, and procedures, including all accurate recording of information and ensuring you do not act to compromise the organisational standards or any formal QA Accreditation.
• Remain aware at all times of your responsibilities for your own health and safety, for the Health and Safety of those directly responsible to you, your work colleagues and any others who may be affected by the operations under your responsibility or control.
• Ensure you comply with all requirements identified within infection control measures and risk management, both nationally and locally.
• To work flexibly in the interests of the organisation, which may include undertaking other duties provided that these are appropriate to your background, skills and abilities.

Person Specification
The following attributes are Essential for this role:

Registration:
• BACP, BABCP, UKCP, NCS, BPS or HCPC registered

Qualifications:
• Diploma in Counselling / Psychotherapy or equivalent
• Safeguarding Children and Adults’ Level 3

Knowledge and Experience:
• Understanding of issues relating to rape and sexual assault.
• Experience of leading a team.
• Experience in delivering engaging workshops to a variety of audiences.
• Previous experiences of working within a highly confidential setting.
• Experience in data management and information governance.

Skills:
• Ability to prioritise own workload.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, or equivalent, and electronic database system

The following attributes are Desirable for this role:
Registration:
• BACP Accredited or equivalent.

Qualifications:
• Masters in counselling or Psychotherapy.
• Qualified in EMDR and/or PG Dip in CBT.
• Qualification relevant to role

Knowledge and Experience:
• Knowledge of current support services in the UK that meet the needs of male identified victims/survivors of sexual violence.
• Understanding of the legal framework for victims of sexual abuse, rape and sexual exploitation.
• Previous experience of working with male identified victims/survivors of sexual violence.
• Previous experience of working within a highly confidential setting, adhering to data governance.
• Previous experience of working within the voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE) sector.

Skills:
• A commitment to diversity, inclusion and anti-oppressive practice.
• Mentoring.

Volunteers are the backbone of our operation at FareShare South West (FSSW). We have over 350 volunteers from a myriad of backgrounds, who make up 90% of our team. The volunteers help with every aspect of the operation, from driving vans, picking orders, to administrative duties. FSSW has built a successful volunteer programme which supports a wide demographic of people and multiple motivations for volunteering. This role will take a lead on all aspects of recruitment, retention, and development of our volunteer programme during this exciting time in the charity as we expand. 

Duties and Responsibilities 

Volunteer Recruitment  

• Work with the Communications and Volunteering teams to actively promote the volunteer programme across Bristol

• Work with the wider FSSW team to support and develop volunteering opportunities for corporate supporters and food partners; taking a lead in the delivery of corporate volunteering events 

• Use and improve on existing processes to manage recruitment from initial enquiry through to successful onboarding of prospective volunteers and partners  

• Develop outreach activities to increase diversity, social impact, and community engagement 

• Work with Head of Employability & Volunteering and the wider team to ensure sufficient dependable volunteers to meet the operational needs, working to KPIs 

• Work with the Volunteer Coordinators to identify fluctuations in the volunteer rota, and action accordingly

• Work with the Head of Employability & Volunteering and Volunteer Coordinators to identify tasks/roles/needs to inform a recruitment strategy for the future

Volunteer Retention: 

• Enhance the existing volunteer retention programme

• Work in collaboration with the Plymouth Volunteering Team to ensure alignment in the delivery of the organisational strategy 

• Work with the Head of Employability & Volunteering and Head of Operations to ensure the delivery of high-quality volunteer induction and training 

• Analyse and monitor volunteer retention, noting reasons for moving on and developing strategies to improve retention where required 

• Develop volunteer roles in conjunction with the Operations Teams

• Build upon and establish new referral partners and recruitment platforms/streams 

• Support the Head of Employability and Volunteering to ensure all Volunteer policies and processes are up to date, and training is given to staff to uphold them 

• Work with the Employability Team to create routeways into volunteering 

Administration, policies, procedures, and risk management 

• Support the Head of Employability & Volunteering to develop and maintain volunteer policies, procedures, and risk assessments 

• Ensure volunteers are adhering to FSSW's Code of Conduct, facilitating meetings with volunteers if necessary, conducting relevant risk assessments, and following safeguarding measures 

• Ensure the Volunteer Coordinators are sufficiently trained in the CRM system (Salesforce) to keep up to date in line with GDPR

• Work with the Volunteer Coordinator/s to ensure FSSW’s databases are up to date with volunteer information, including skills, availability, and contact details/preferences  

Person specification – knowledge, skills, experience, and values 

It is not expected that the successful candidate will have all of the following criteria. FSSW is committed to helping individuals develop professionally and personally. The following are desirable criteria: 

• Experience in data informed recruitment and retention of volunteers or employees

• Experience in developing and implementing policies, procedures, programmes and strategies 

• Experience of risk management and safeguarding vulnerable adults

• Experience in providing supportive, motivational, structured team leadership for people with a range of life experiences, including supervision, target setting and performance management 

• A working knowledge or direct experience of the voluntary sector

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to establish and develop positive relationships with volunteers, external partners and beneficiaries 

• Excellent organisational, IT and time management skills to prioritise work, handle conflicting demands and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment 

• Ability to produce high-quality data with evaluation and strategic actions

• Commitment to and experience in supporting people of all ages and backgrounds to thrive in line with diversity, equity and inclusion policies  

About SportsAid 

At SportsAid we exist to encourage, enable and empower the next generation of athletes to achieve their ambitions in sport and life. For decades, we have been side by side with Britain’s greatest emerging sporting talent, from Mo Farah to Jessica Ennis-Hill to Ade Adepitan, Paula Radcliffe and so many others to give them vital support before they became Olympian and Paralympian stars.

Without our support, a lot of our most talented sporting prospects would drop out as the demands of pursuing their dreams are too often impossible barriers to overcome. 

Role Overview 

The Athlete Learning and Development Manager will design and coordinate a comprehensive learning and development programme for emerging athletes, their parents and caregivers, and alumni. This will be delivered both in person and online. 

This is an exciting time for SportsAid as we expand the support we offer beyond financial assistance, building on the foundations already in place. As part of our evolving approach, we are strengthening the educational resources available to them, ensuring they have access to the guidance and tools they need to thrive both on and off the field. 

The role focuses on identifying athlete-led needs, curating training and workshop programmes, and working with external trainers and providers to deliver impactful sessions that best support SportsAid’s beneficiaries. 

A key aspect of the role is developing educational and training content for the new online community engagement platform we are developing. You will ensure content aligns with SportsAid’s objectives while meeting the priorities of partners funding dedicated hubs within the platform, which will provide training and development content in specific focus areas. You will also help adapt training sessions into engaging, shareable online resources to maximise participation and impact. 

Additionally, you will play a crucial role in planning workshop programmes for key events such as SportsAid Live, ensuring sessions are engaging, relevant, and tailored to the needs of attendees. 

This is a unique opportunity to shape SportsAid’s athlete development strategy, creating a collaborative, engaging, and needs-led programme that makes a lasting impact. 

Key Responsibilities 

Programme Development 

• Develop and coordinate a holistic learning and development programme for athletes, parents, and caregivers, addressing key areas such as financial literacy, mental wellbeing, career readiness, and communication skills. 

• Identify athlete-led needs and curate relevant educational training programmes, ensuring they align with the challenges faced by young athletes. 

• Build and maintain relationships with external trainers and subject matter experts, ensuring content meets SportsAid’s high standards and is tailored to beneficiary needs. 

• Work with trainers and providers to shape session content, ensuring clarity, relevance, and engagement for athletes and their support networks. 

• Develop structured training strands with corporate partners that align with partnership agreements and engagement objectives. 

• Devise workshop programmes for events such as SportsAid Live, ensuring sessions are interactive, impactful, and meet the needs of attendees. 

• Oversee the development of digital training content to enhance learning and engagement for our online community. 

Training Coordination and Resource Development 

• Coordinate the delivery of training programmes by external trainers through in-person workshops and online webinars. 

• Develop bite-sized digital resources from training materials to be used on our new online community engagement platform, ensuring accessibility and engagement. 

• Ensure that training content aligns with corporate partnership agreements, such as the RBC initiative, and meets funder expectations for educational outcomes. 

• Coordinate logistics for training sessions, including scheduling, facilitator briefings, and content alignment with SportsAid’s objectives. 

• Ensure training materials and sessions are inclusive and tailored to diverse audiences. 

Engagement and Feedback 

• Engage with athletes, parents, and caregivers to gather feedback on training sessions and resources, ensuring the programme evolves to meet their needs. 

• Monitor platform usage and session participation, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement. 

• Foster an inclusive and collaborative learning environment that encourages peer-to-peer engagement and shared experiences. 

Evaluation and Reporting 

• Evaluate the impact of the training programme on athletes’ personal and professional development, using data to inform future improvements. 

• Provide regular reports to senior leadership and funders, demonstrating the programme’s outcomes and alignment with organisational goals. 

• Stay informed about trends in athlete education, learning delivery, and digital engagement to ensure SportsAid’s approach remains innovative and impactful. 

Person Specification 

Essential Skills and Experience 

• Proven experience in developing and managing learning and development programmes, including working with external trainers or subject matter experts. 

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes to deadlines. 

• Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with experience working across teams, organisations, or sports. 

• Experience in curating and shaping educational/training content, ensuring it aligns with audience needs and engagement objectives. 

• Experience developing digital learning resources and ensuring effective content delivery on online platforms. 

• A commitment to creating needs-led, inclusive, and accessible training programmes for diverse audiences. 

Desirable Skills and Experience 

• Knowledge or experience in areas such as financial literacy, mental wellbeing, or life skills development. 

• Familiarity with Mighty Networks or similar platforms for community engagement and learning delivery. 

• Experience working within a charity, sports organisation, or educational setting, particularly supporting young people or athletes. 

Hours of work: Part-time position, approx. 28 working hours a week (4 days per week), some evening and weekend work may be required from time to time, reasonable flexible work options are available. 

Location: Hybrid working (with travel to SportsAid Head Office as required) 

What We Offer 

• The opportunity to lead a transformative programme that makes a lasting impact on the lives of young athletes and their families. 

• A collaborative, supportive working environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. 

• Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills and grow within the role. 

• Salary:  A salary package of £30,400 per annum is available for this role. 

• Pension: SportsAid makes a contribution of 3%, and the employee makes a minimum contribution of 5%.   

• Healthcare: Membership of the SportsAid private health insurance scheme is available for the employee with premiums paid by SportsAid.    

• Cycle to Work Scheme: Available to all staff.  

• Death in Service Benefit: Inclusion in company scheme.  

• Season ticket loan: An interest free loan is available to all staff.   

• Holidays: 25 days per year, plus bank holidays, increasing by 1 day for each year of service, up to 30 days.    

• Flexible working: reasonable flexible and hybrid working options. 

Please apply with your CV and one page on how you meet the essential criteria by 3rd September. 

On receipt of your application, you will be sent a confidential equal opportunities form, which all applicants will be asked to complete. 

Shortlisted applicants will be invited by 8th September to have a preliminary online conversation with the Head of Programmes. 

Interviews will be held in person 22nd and 23rd September 2025