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Purpose of the role:
To lead and deliver Back Up’s People and Culture strategy, ensuring the organisation attracts, develops and retains a high-performing and engaged workforce aligned to its values and strategic objectives.
To act as a trusted advisor to SMT on all people-related matters, providing expert guidance on organisational development, culture, and workforce planning.
To oversee the effective delivery of HR operations, ensuring high-quality administration, compliance, and continuous improvement, with day-to-day processes delivered through the HR, People and Culture Administrator.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Recruitment and Staffing:
· Oversee best practice in inclusive recruitment, ensuring alignment with Back Up’s values and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
· Partner with SMT and hiring managers to identify current and future workforce needs and develop effective recruitment and workforce planning strategies.
· Ensure role descriptions are consistent, future-focused, and aligned with organisational design and strategic priorities.
· Provide strategic oversight of recruitment processes, ensuring quality, consistency, and positive candidate experience.
· Monitor recruitment metrics (e.g. time-to-hire, diversity of applicants, conversion rates) and implement improvements.
· Oversee onboarding processes to ensure a consistent and high-quality experience for new starters.
· Ensure exit interview processes are delivered effectively and that feedback is analysed to inform retention strategies.
Employee Relations and Culture:
· Foster a positive, inclusive and values-led workplace culture where employees feel engaged and supported.
· Lead on complex employee relations matters, providing expert advice, managing organisational risk, and ensuring fair and consistent outcomes.
· Coach and support managers in addressing employee relations issues, performance concerns, and employee wellbeing matters.
· Work with internal groups (e.g. Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion) to design and deliver initiatives that strengthen engagement and organisational culture.
· Lead on staff engagement approaches (e.g. surveys, feedback mechanisms, action planning), ensuring insight is captured and acted upon.
· Working with the SMT develop a programme of internal communications relating to people management, organisational culture and behaviours
Payroll and Benefits:
· Oversee monthly payroll, pension and benefits processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.
· Ensure appropriate controls, reconciliation processes, and data validation are in place, with day-to-day administration managed by the HR Administrator.
· Lead on benefits review and benchmarking to ensure Back Up remains competitive and aligned with organisational values.
Learning and Development:
· Support the SMT to identify training needs and implement professional development programmes for staff and trustees which are tailored to individual and Charity goals.
· Work closely with the People Development volunteer supporting team member coaching, awareness and self-development.
· Oversee the delivery and effectiveness of the induction and ongoing learning programmes
· Lead on the e-learning programme, ensuring content is relevant, impactful, and meets regulatory requirements
Performance Management:
· Oversee performance management processes, ensuring they are consistent, fair, and aligned with Back Up’s values and behaviours.
· Provide guidance and coaching to managers on performance management, including managing underperformance and supporting development.
· Line Management of HR, People and Culture administrator providing clear direction, development support and quality assurance across HR administration.
HR Systems, Data and Insight:
- Oversee HR systems to ensure they are fit for purpose, user-friendly, and effectively support organisational needs.
- Ensure data integrity and robust reporting processes are in place across all HR systems.
- Analyse HR metrics and provide insight and recommendations to SMT.
- Use data to inform workforce planning, organisational development, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Best Practice, Policy Development and Compliance:
· Review and update our staff handbook and HR policies and procedures using Back Up’s tone of voice and ensuring compliance with UK employment law and best practice.
· Ensure all staff are aware of and understand HR policies and procedures through effective communication and training.
· Identify and manage HR-related risks, escalating significant issues where appropriate.
· Support organisational audits by ensuring HR systems, records, and processes are compliant and well maintained.
· Stay informed about changes in employment legislation and recommend necessary adjustments to policies.
· Support us to be leaders in inclusive workplace practices delivery of the Disability Confident scheme.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Collaborate with the SMT to align People and Culture operational practice with Charity goals.
· Oversee annual staff survey.
· Manage HR-related budgets, including training and development costs.
· Provide ad-hoc reports and analysis on HR metrics to inform decision-making.
· Support the ethical and responsible use of AI and other technologies across the charity to support our ability to deliver for people with spinal cord injury.
The above list is not exclusive or exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected within the scope of this role.
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Essential:
Experience
- CIPD qualification, equivalent experience may be considered.
- Proven experience in HR management, preferably within the charity or not-for-profit sector.
- Strong understanding of UK employment law and best practices.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with all
- levels of the organisation.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Team lead or Line management experience.
Knowledge and Skills
· Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
· Ability to develop and deliver training programmes effectively.
· Knowledge of recruitment best practice and employee engagement strategies.
· Attention to detail.
Desirable:
· Understanding of issues faced by people affected by spinal cord injury (SCI).
· Experience of working in the charity or not-for-profit sector; and inspiring and motivating volunteers.
Please Note: We currently review application only through Charity Jobs ATS. Please apply through Charity jobs as we will not be accepting offline applications.
Closing date: Rolling recruitment
Closing date: Rolling recruitment
How to apply:
• Please Note: We currently review application only through Charity Jobs ATS. Please apply through Charity jobs as we will not be accepting offline applications.
• The Charity Jobs Link:
• Charity Jobs will ask you for a CV & Cover Letter (CVs alone will not be accepted).
• Please complete equal opportunities form on charity Jobs. This form will be kept separate from your application and not viewed by the recruiting manager. It is used to help us assess the diversity of our applicants to ensure our processes are fair to all. It is optional to fill in, but it will help us improve and maintain high standards.
We will acknowledge receipt of your application and then let you know if you are to
At Back Up, our vision is a world where everyone affected by spinal cord injury can reach their full potential.

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Are you an experienced fundraising leader ready to drive major gift growth at one of the world’s most significant museums? Join the University of Oxford and lead fundraising for the Ashmolean Museum, securing significant philanthropic support that advances its global cultural and academic mission.
- Location: Oxford (with hybrid working options)
- Salary: £65,336 – £75,439 per annum (with possible extension to £82,225 including an Oxford University Weighting of £1,730 per year (pro rata).
- Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About Us
The Ashmolean Museum- Britain’s first public museum has been open since 1683, and is the University of Oxford’s world-class museum of art and archaeology. Situated in the heart of the city we are an iconic cultural destination welcoming over 1million visitors a year. Entering a new phase of ambitious fundraising as part of the Oxford Excellence Campaign, the Ashmolean seeks to deliver planned major projects to transform access to, engagement with and understanding of our collections. Development and Alumni Engagement (DAE) drives philanthropic support across the University, enabling impact at a global scale.
Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires”, the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for ten consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to an organisation which delivers ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.
What We Offer
Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:
- 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
- One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
- A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
- An excellent contributory pension scheme.
- Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
- Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.
About the Role
This is a senior leadership opportunity with significant influence and visibility.
You will lead the Ashmolean’s fundraising strategy, driving major gift activity that supports the Museum’s priorities. You will shape and deliver a compelling case for support, building a strong pipeline of donors.
You will personally manage a portfolio of high-value donors, cultivating long-term relationships and securing six- and seven-figure gifts. Working closely with the Museum Director, Board of Visitors, and senior academic colleagues, you will connect donors with opportunities that align their interests with the Ashmolean’s mission and global impact.
Alongside your external focus, you will lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture. You will also contribute to the wider DAE strategy, working across Oxford’s collegiate and departmental network to maximise philanthropic success.
About You
- Proven track record of securing major gifts (six- and seven-figure) and building strong donor relationships
- Experience developing and delivering fundraising strategies in complex organisations
- Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and supporting teams
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
- Ability to think strategically while taking initiative and driving results
Sponsorship and Right to Work
This role meets the criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. The University will meet the cost of the Skilled Worker visa and NHS surcharge for applicants that require a visa. Please let us know in your application if you require sponsorship.
Application Process
To apply, please upload:
- A covering letter/supporting statement
- Your CV
- The details of two referees
The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 28 May 2026.
Interviews will take place on Friday 12 June 2026, and will be held face-to-face in Oxford.
We raise funds in support of the University’s academic priorities, securing donations for all aspects of academic and student endeavour.



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Do you have a passion for community development and sustainable change? Do you want to play a key role in strengthening partnerships that bring hope and practical support to communities facing poverty and vulnerability? Join BMS World Mission as our Development Lead.
As Development Lead, you will support partners and mission workers delivering community development programmes and essential services in some of the world’s most challenging contexts. Your work will help strengthen sustainable programmes, build partner capacity, and support communities to flourish with dignity and hope.
Working as part of the HOPE for the World team, you will collaborate closely with colleagues, partners and mission workers to support effective programme delivery, coordination, monitoring and learning. You will help nurture strong relationships, encourage good practice, and contribute to programmes that reflect BMS’ Christian mission and values.
We are looking for someone with strong programme coordination and relationship management skills, experience working cross-culturally, and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable communities. You will be aligned with BMS’ Christian vision and values, committed to collaborative working, and motivated to keep learning and growing.
If you want your work to make a lasting difference through global mission and development, we would love to hear from you.
Key Information
Location: Didcot, Oxfordshire: This role can be office-based or hybrid. We are happy to appoint a candidate who lives too far from Didcot to attend the office regularly, if they are able to be flexible to come to Didcot as required.The cost of travel to BMS Didcot whether on a regular basis or infrequently, would be borne by the employee.
Hours: 17.5 hrs. per week/part time
Employment type: 2 years fixed term contract
Salary: £22,992.50 pro rata of £45,985 FTE
Closing date: 3rd June 2026
Interview date: Friday 12 June 2026
BMS World Mission mobilises people, resources and skills across the Global Church to share the good news of Jesus and practical hope they’re need
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Service Coordinator
Dot Dot Dot is a social enterprise which allows people who do brilliant voluntary work to live in buildings that would otherwise be empty. We provide good, inexpensive housing to people who make a difference, we protect buildings for their owners, and we contribute to communities. Everyone wins.
We are looking for an effective, organised and socially minded person to join our services team as a Service Coordinator. You will be at the heart of our business, directly coordinating and delivering our service to guardians and to property owners. Supported by experienced managers and, making use of a field team and other operational support, you will deliver work across our diverse portfolio.
As well as the opportunity to see your work making a tangible difference, in this role you will benefit from a friendly work environment, a competitive salary and terms of employment which aim to support a good work-life balance.
The fundamentals of this role
Manage guardians
- Ensure guardians meet our criteria and ready for life as a guardian.
- Manage the guardian sign-up and move-in process.
- Be the main point of contact for guardians.
- Liaise with guardians to resolve any issues or concerns, e.g. poor conduct, licence breaches or vulnerability concerns.
- Work closely with guardians when they need to move on from Dot Dot Dot properties.
- Draw on data to gain insight into guardians and to guide support or interventions as required.
- Coordinate or assist with events, partnerships and other activities to promote volunteering and/or community engagement.
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure repairs are properly reported and dealt with.
- Collaborate with colleagues to fill voids quickly with suitable guardians.
Manage properties
- Collaborate with colleagues ensure that properties are monitored, set up and managed in line with internal standards, client requirements and any relevant licensing or regulatory standards.
- Organise, monitor and manage the handback of properties to clients, ensuring guardian and client relationships are managed professionally and effectively.
- Monitor budgets and spending on property issues, to make good choices about spending and to inform budget planning and risk management.
- Collaborate with clients on property repairs, major works or other issues.
- Provide clients with reports and information about their property as required.
Provide excellent client service
- Liaise closely with clients (building owners) to understand their needs and to keep them updated and informed about our work.
- Build strong day-to-day relationships with client contacts, working in a collaborative and service- focused way.
- Understand our client agreements and ensure that our service delivery meets the unique requirements of each contract.
- Identify opportunities to add value for our clients, encouraging the best social and financial value for all parties.
About you
- You’re likely to be able to demonstrate experience of, or aptitude for, much of the following:
- Interest in our mission and values as an organisation.
- Confidence in and enthusiasm for meeting people, with good interpersonal skills and a friendly, professional manner.
- Resourceful, proactive and hands-on approach - the service coordinator will experience new places, people and challenges and the ability to find practical solutions or seek out advice is critical.
- Organisation and good attention to detail - someone who prepares in advance for tasks and ensures that every detail is properly addressed.
- Ability to prioritise workload and efficiently manage diary to achieve results and meet deadlines.
- Responsibility and trustworthiness - able to take responsibility for the safety and security of people and buildings.
- Self confident and practical, ready to make decisions and use judgement in a wide variety of contexts, places and situations.
Take a look at our website for further information about this role and the work we do.
Dot Dot Dot is a social enterprise that turns properties which would otherwise stand empty into inexpensive homes.

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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the role:
This role involves providing information, support and advice, particularly around welfare benefits, housing and learning disabilities to Carers through one-to-one case work, and group facilitation.
Our Charity:
We are a busy, ambitious charity operating at the heart of the Wandsworth community since 1995, helping thousands of people across the borough in unpaid Caring roles. We give information and advice, organise respite, offer complementary therapies, deliver training, provide peer support, arrange fun events and much more.In short, we are the Carer's friend and advocate, often helping Carers through difficult times.
Benefits of working for Wandsworth Carers’ Centre:
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Hybrid on completion of induction period with a minimum 60% office based
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Friendly team and working environment
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Annual leave starts at 31 days increasing to 36 days plus bank holidays
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Contributory company pension,
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Ongoing training and development opportunities
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Employee assistance program.
As the successful candidate, you will have experience of working in front line services, giving information and advice, as well as advocating on behalf of another and providing one to one support. You will have excellent communication and IT skills, and a commitment to working in the voluntary sector.
If you're committed to working in the voluntary sector and want to be part of a diverse team that makes a real difference to people’s lives, this role is for you!
Key Responsibilities Include:
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Providing advice & advocacy on welfare benefits and housing. Minimum of 3 days a week.
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Providing one to one support to Carers of people with Learning Disabilities.
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Facilitation of the Learning Disability Carers Peer Support Group
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Maintaining accurate case records, adhering to AQS standards.
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Managing your own case load
Essential Requirements Include:
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Experience of, or ability to provide one to one support, information, advice and advocacy, including welfare benefits.
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Developed IT skills
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The ability to balance and prioritise a busy and varied workload.
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Ability and commitment to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
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Ability to deliver training and information sessions.
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Experience of or ability to facilitate groups in person and online.
Please see the job description and person specification for a full list of responsibilities and requirements.
Wandsworth Carers’ Centre is an inclusive employer, committed to the continued development of a diverse workforce.
To apply: Please submit a current CV (No longer than 2 A4 pages) and a comprehensive cover letter (no longer than 2 A4 pages) stating how you believe your skills and experience match the requirements of the job description and person specification.
Please note we reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date, therefore we encourage applications as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor candidates.
Our mission is to improve the quality of life for Carers and people affected by caring responsibilities.


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To work on the Warm and Safe Wiltshire project to help Centre for Sustainable Energy (CSE) support the long-term wellbeing of disadvantaged households across Wiltshire, particularly individuals living in fuel poverty, those with health conditions, and communities that are otherwise hard to reach, including Armed Forces and veteran communities. As part of the Household Energy Services (HES) team, the Wiltshire Community Outreach Energy Advisor will bring experience engaging with different groups, charities, and local authorities. The post requires excellent customer service skills, personal resilience, and the ability to maintain professional boundaries. The role is primarily field based, delivering face‑to‑face energy advice, conducting home visits, and providing presentations to community groups and frontline professionals across Wiltshire.
Pay and conditions.
- We are flexible with the working hours of this role and will discuss this openly if you are invited to interview.
- The salary for the role will be £29,024 per year (pro rata), rising to £31, 895 per year (pro rata) upon successful completion of probation period.
- You will be entitled to 25 days’ paid holiday (plus statutory holidays).
CSE offer a range of benefits including, subsidised bike purchase and Tech Scheme, Life Assurance, Health Cash plan, retail discounts and discounted breakdown cover and many more.
We will pay fees and expenses on relevant training courses.
Specific responsibilities.
An applicant appointed to the role will be expected to:
- To travel across Wiltshire to arrange and deliver events, workshops, talks and presentations to target support to vulnerable householders.
- To increase awareness of Warm & Safe Wiltshire amongst the Armed Forces community and other community organisations in Wiltshire.
- Develop, maintain and build upon new and existing partnerships with the Armed Forces and community partners.
- To provide face-to-face support for Wiltshire residents with energy-related issues so that they can stay safe, warm and healthy at home.
- To deliver outreach support to Wiltshire’s Armed Forces community including serving personnel, their families and veterans, for example attending coffee mornings and socials in Garrisons across Salisbury Plain.
- To deliver outreach support to community groups in Wiltshire who are client facing and interact with vulnerable householders daily, for example hosting an advice stand within a local library.
- To identify energy improvements that can be made to residents’ properties and make appropriate referrals for funded measures where possible.
- Help residents maximise their income and make appropriate referrals to partner organisations for further support (e.g., for benefits advice and social tariffs).
- Deliver home visits for residents with multiple issues, who are unable to access support outside the home or via phone/internet.
- Recognise and refer clients appropriately for energy casework if they have more complex needs (e.g., billing issues, energy debt, supplier complaints).
- To provide project administrative support.
To see a more detailed list of responsibilities please see the supporting documents attached. These documents are also available to download from our website.
Essential attributes for this role include:
- O’ Level or GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
- Previously worked with or volunteered for the Armed Forces.
- Three or more years’ experience working with different groups including charities, local authorities and public health.
- Experience of designing and delivering public engagement events.
- Experience of taking a lead on the delivery and coordination of project-based activity.
- Ability to respond to vulnerable clients in a respectful and engaging manner.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to engage a wide range of people in an appropriate manner.
- Full, clean UK driving license to travel to meetings, homes, and businesses across the county.
- Understanding of safeguarding principles and the importance of protecting vulnerable individuals.
Please note, the above is an overview of the skills required for this role. To see the full list of essential and desirable skills please see the attached job description.
How to apply
Applications should be made on the application form available on the Centre for Sustainable Energy website.
Your application should demonstrate how your skills and experience relate to the person specification on the job description.
The closing date for applications is 17:00 on Thursday 28 May 2026
If you have not heard from CSE by 17:00 on Friday 29 May 2026, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Interviews will take place on Thursday 4 June, and Friday 5 June 2026.
If offer the role, we will ask you to provide evidence demonstrating your eligibility for employment in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Mind in Croydon is seeking a compassionate, proactive and community-focused Social Networking Caseworker to support adults experiencing severe and enduring mental health challenges to build confidence, strengthen social networks and engage in meaningful community activities.
This is a person-centred, recovery-focused role working with a caseload of up to 35 individuals. You will support people to identify their goals, access mainstream opportunities such as education, physical activity, cultural groups and volunteering, and gradually reduce reliance on statutory services where appropriate.
The role combines direct one-to-one support, partnership working with mental health professionals and community organisations, and the development of group activities at Fairfield House, Croydon. You will play a key role in enabling people to rebuild independence, confidence and community connections.
This post requires flexibility to meet the needs of the service, which may include occasional weekend work, as part of the rota. Time off in lieu (TOIL) will be provided where additional hours are worked, and there is no routine expectation of frequent out-of-hours working.
If you are motivated by social inclusion, empowerment and practical recovery support, we would welcome your application.
Hours 36 hours a week, full time, worked across a rota covering Saturdays
Reports to: Social Networking Manager
Based at: Mind in Croydon Fairfield House 10 Altyre Road, East Croydon, flexible working with regular presence across our premises and community sites across the London Borough of Croydon
To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV and a cover letter no longer than 2 A4 pages to, outlining your reasons for applying and demonstrating how you meet the criteria set out in the person specification.
Mind in Croydon is working to promote good mental health. It seeks to empower people to lead a full life as part of their local community.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Young People Support Worker
If you are the successful candidate, you will be joining a very tight-knit & supportive team that works tirelessly to ensure some of the most vulnerable individuals in the borough are well-cared for.
Location: Islington
Salary: £29,336 per annum
Closing Date: 21 May, 2026
Employment Type: Permanent
Hours per week: 37.5
About the Role
Make a meaningful impact every weekend by supporting young people to build the confidence, skills and resilience they need for independent living. In this 8 placement supported accommodation service, you’ll deliver focused, strengths based support, complete SMART outcome driven plans, and lead risk and needs assessments—helping clients progress with purpose while maintaining a safe and positive environment.
As Young People Support Worker at our service in Islington, you’ll run one to one and group sessions, support new residents to settle in, and work collaboratively with statutory partners to provide joined up, personalised support. With creativity, empathy and strong safeguarding awareness, you’ll motivate clients to engage in education, training, employment and community activities, all under Depaul’s assets based, psychologically informed approach.
Please note that this job opportunity is offered as a full-time (37.5 hours a week), permanent role.
In this role, you will:
· Deliver strengths based, outcome focused support that builds young people’s skills, confidence and independence.
· Complete risk/needs assessments and create concise SMART support plans.
· Run focused 1:1 and group sessions that boost resilience and engagement in EET/volunteering.
· Maintain a safe, positive accommodation environment with strong safeguarding practice.
· Support move ins, tenancy sustainment and day to day wellbeing in the service.
· Work collaboratively with statutory partners and contribute to rota, H&S and team duties.
About You
You believe in people — their strengths, their rights and their potential. You bring empathy, energy and a solution focused mindset to your work. You communicate clearly, stay organised and adapt well in a fast moving environment. You’re committed to inclusion, fairness and continuous learning, and you turn values into meaningful action, whatever your role.
What You’ll Receive
· Tailored training and development
· Flexible working options where suitable
· 26 days annual leave, rising with service
· Family friendly leave policies
· Pension scheme with employer contributions up to 7%
· Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 GP access
· Discounts across retail, travel, food, fitness and more
· Cash health plan for you and your family
· Death in service benefit
· Access to legal and practical support
Safer Recruitment
The charity is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If a role requires it under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975, we will carry out the appropriate Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. We only look at information that is relevant to the role, and a criminal record will never be treated as an automatic barrier to employment. All DBS information is handled sensitively, confidentially and in line with the DBS Code of Practice, and we encourage applicants to discuss any concerns with us openly.
About The Organisation
In the 1980s, high unemployment and steep inflation was contributing to a shocking rise in youth homelessness across London. Thousands of young people were sleeping rough every night, with many areas notoriously dubbed “cardboard cities” due to the visible rise in street homelessness. Appalled by the scenes playing out across the capital, a group of people came together to tackle the challenge head on. Led by Cardinal Basil Hume and Mark McGreevy OBE, in 1989 the charity was born.
What began as a single housing project in North London soon expanded across London, Greater Manchester and the North East of England. Today, the charity provides accommodation, prevention and support services to thousands of marginalised young people across the UK each year.
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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 Senior Recovery Outreach Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex needs Service in Notting Hill.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
We're looking for a proactive and compassionate Senior to help lead our mental health recovery service. You'll support the Team Leader in delivering person-centred, recovery-focused support that empowers service users to sustain independence and avoid hospital readmission.
With strong leadership and organisational skills, you'll oversee team performance, service quality, and compliance while promoting coproduction and inclusion. This role suits someone passionate about collaboration, wellbeing, and delivering high-quality, empowering support within Hestia's values and standards.
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.
You will bring demonstrable experience supporting individuals with mental health and/or dual diagnosis needs, alongside a strong knowledge of community care, mental health, health and safety, equality, housing, and welfare benefits legislation. You will understand recovery principles and be confident in delivering person-centred support, including assessing, planning, implementing, and reviewing support plans. You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team, including supporting the induction of peer staff and volunteers, while maintaining high professional standards and resilience.
Strong literacy and numeracy skills are essential, with the ability to produce clear written communication and manage basic financial processes such as petty cash. You will be flexible in your approach, including working evenings and weekends when required, and will demonstrate a solid understanding of safeguarding, ensuring issues are addressed appropriately at all times.
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.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
We’re an award-winning charity running local learning centres in the heart of the communities where the young people we support live. Our centres provide a high-impact education programme which includes practical learning support, pastoral care, and motivational and confidence-building activities for young people aged 7-18. Our aim is to enable students from the least advantaged neighbourhoods to realise their ambitions and achieve their wonderful potential.
As the UK’s leading university access organisation, our staff team is helping over 50,000 young people each year at its 44 learning centres and extension projects across England and Scotland, and we plan to scale-up our provision to 50 centres over the coming years.
We are looking for someone who will enjoy working each day with young people and who will thrive in a frontline, community-based, fast-paced and rewarding role. You will be taking up a fixed-term contract as an Education Worker at our
centre in Nottingham.
Location: Nottingham
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term until December 2026
Applications close: 9am Monday 18th Mayl 2026
Start date: June 2026
Salary
£28,250 per annum
What could my day look like?
The Education Worker role is a frontline, fast-paced and rewarding role where no two weeks will look the same. A typical day will have different activities, possibly spread between the IntoUniversity centre, partner schools and the offices of a corporate partner.
In the morning, you might be setting off with resources to run a workshop for sixth-form students in their secondary school. In the afternoon you may be setting up the classroom ahead of running Primary Academic Support for young people in your IntoUniversity centre. On other days, you may be travelling to a corporate partner to run a business simulation workshop for 15 year-olds or leading a group of final year primary school students on a campus visit for their graduation.
As an Education Worker, you’ll always be delivering the programme as part of your centre team, which means that any delivery is always a team effort.
IntoUniversity provides local learning centres where young people are inspired to achieve.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You will provide appropriate emotional and practical 1-to-1 support to (those who identify as) women and non-binary people involved in sex work and those who are sexually exploited, who often experience stigma and face barriers to accessing services. This role will specifically focus on those who are experiencing DV, support will include addressing housing needs. You will be enabling people to access support and navigate services, You will be working in partnership with other agencies and making appropriate referrals for people to access other services to support their wider needs. You will contribute to wider team responsibilities including outreach, drop in and duty.
Basis works with women and nonbinary people who work in the sex industry and women and young people who are sexually exploited
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
You will provide appropriate emotional and practical 1-to-1 support to (those who identify as) women and non-binary people involved in sex work and those who are sexually exploited, who often experience stigma and face barriers to accessing services. You will be enabling people to access support and navigate services, You will be working in partnership with other agencies and making appropriate referrals for people to access other services to support their wider needs. You will contribute to wider team responsibilities including outreach, drop in and duty.
To provide appropriate emotional and practical support to women in the sex industry and/or those who are being sexually exploited with a specific focus on those who are homeless and experiencing domestic violence and abuse. The women we support require intensive practical and emotional support as well as support navigating health and other social care or criminal justice systems. The women will have poor mental or physical health, experience with homelessness and of the criminal justice system, are often victims of sexual and/or domestic abuse and many are homeless. This post specifically will include a focus on domestic violence, sexual exploitation, sexual violence and housing. Working within a harm reduction ethos prioritising women’s safety and wellbeing, the intensive personalized supported will help women to access other services making appropriate referrals for women who wish to make changes, including exiting/transitioning out of sex work. You will be responsible for ensuring that women with varying needs are supported effectively throughout their pathway of support with Basis and partners, advocating for and with the women you are working with including where necessary challenging stigma and judgement women face.
Basis works with women and nonbinary people who work in the sex industry and women and young people who are sexually exploited
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Team Manager Community (Young People)
Are you motivated, energetic and organised with the ability to connect with both young people and colleagues/volunteers?
If you’re fun, full of energy, yet know how to stay composed under pressure, then this role might be just what you’re looking for.
If you’re passionate about helping young people unlock their potential, we want to hear from you!
As an equal opportunities employer, the organisation welcomes applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race and other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. The dedicated Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.
Position: Team Manager – Community
Location: Crewe (until the site on Oak Street in Crewe, is fully operational, you will be required to work in other locations. Some hybrid working may be required)
Salary: £29,000 - £32,000 (Dependent on experience)
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week which will include Monday evening and Saturday daytime. Remainder of the hours will be flexible to fulfil the needs of the role.
Benefits: Days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays). Workplace pension Access to our Employee Assistance Programme. Free meals on duty (once The Dome opens). Free gym access (once The Dome opens). Access to OnSide’s Talent Academy; bespoke training and mentoring.
Closing Date: 25th May 2026
About the Role
As a key part of the delivery team, you’ll be at the heart of the action, leading the way in Clubs for young people aged 8 to 12 years. You will also have specific oversight over the partnership offers. Your mission? To create an exciting, high-quality programme that’s fun, engaging and truly makes a difference, all while keeping young people at the centre of everything we do.
No two days are the same, so you’ll need to be versatile, leading the creation of the Junior club offer while supporting both the recruitment and development of the delivery team. You’ll also be responsible for the smooth implementation and operation of the Junior club programme, whilst supporting the rest of the core Youth Work offer as needed. You’ll be a crucial part of the Youth Zone, welcoming up to 250 young people each session and creating a space where they can thrive!
Key responsibilities include:
- Staffing and management
- The youth work offer and programme
- Safety and safeguarding
- Leadership and networking
- Evaluation and reporting
If you’re passionate about giving young people the best experiences and opportunities, this is the role for you!
About You
You will have:
- Proven experience in creating, developing and leading SEND youth programmes, creating a safe environment to deliver engaging programmes for diverse youth demographics (ages 8-19, up to 25 with additional needs/disabilities).
- Experience with Play work would be advantageous.
- Demonstrate experience in working with external partners to develop and deliver a programme of activities that enhance the Youth Work offer.
- Safeguarding knowledge, ideally as a Designated Safeguarding Lead. Confident communicator, able to engage young people and work professionally with staff and partners.
- Experience managing behaviour and supporting conflict resolution.
- Staff management experience with awareness of HR processes (performance, attendance, rota planning).
- Experience in planning and coordinating programmes, including health & safety, scheduling and budgeting.
If you are passionate about youth work, committed to empowering young people and understand the issues facing young people their families and the youth work process, including contextual safeguarding… apply today!
You will be asked to submit a CV and Cover Letter (no more than one page) covering:
- Why do you want to work for here?
- Looking at the person specification: briefly describe how your skills and experience (including lived
- experience) make you a good candidate for this role. (200 words max).
- How you demonstrate your commitment to fairness, equity and respect.
- Confirmation you are eligible to work in the UK (the successful candidate will be required to provide
- documentary evidence before a job offer is confirmed).
- Any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you in your application or the selection process.
Applicants will be expected to demonstrate the experience, skills, knowledge and aptitudes listed, throughout the recruitment process. However, if you don’t meet every single requirement but feel you have strong and relevant transferrable skills or lived experience to draw from, we encourage you to apply anyway. Why?... Studies have shown that women and Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single criteria/competency. The organisation is dedicated to driving change and to building diverse, inclusive and authentic workplaces, so if you‘re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, please tell us how your experience is transferable… you may be just the right candidate!
About the Organisation
This is a brand-new locally run youth charity in Crewe. It is set to provide thousands of young people with the opportunity to have fun, make new friends, try something new and feel safe. With community centric values and located in the heart of Crewe, it will be an inspiring place for young people aged 8 – 19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, to enjoy their leisure time. The building is due to be completed in 2025.
The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application.
The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires an Enhanced DBS check.
Other roles you may have experience of could include Youth Worker, Youth Club Leader, Youth Club Lead, After School Club, Community Lead, Activities Manager, Activities Coordinator, Teaching Assistant, School Support, Youth Work, Family Support Worker, Children’s Support Worker.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role: Head of Charitable Services
Reporting to: CEO
Salary: £40,000 (pro-rata)
Terms: Permanent, 3 days a week with option to extend to 4 days a week within 6 months (FTE 37.5 hrs a week)
Background
Buckinghamshire has a fast-growing older population who are the heart and soul of our communities – for example as employers, workers, volunteers, mentors, carers and child-minders. They help make our worlds go round. But when the challenges of older age feel overwhelming, and someone’s own world shrinks, Age UK Bucks is there to support them. Based in Aylesbury and working across the county, our services support older residents to maintain their independence and well-being, especially when times are difficult, helping local older people age batter and access support they deserve.
We have grown as an organisation recently, expanding our services and increasing staff numbers and income as we endeavour to meet the needs of older people in the county, who are struggling to cope with the cost-of-living crisis, after the lasting impact of the pandemic.
The Head of Charitable Services is a new role and will play a pivotal part in leading this growth and supporting and developing the teams and culture that deliver them. Alongside this, a key priority is person-centred support and empowerment, and a focus on staff, volunteer and client safety and safeguarding, and skills development. We’ll also be looking to engage service users more dynamically to measure impact and co-produce new services they need and want.
With growing demand for our services and ambition to be an even more effective voice and empowering champion of older Bucks residents across our communities, there has never been a more exciting time to join Age UK Bucks.
Job purpose
Lead services and teams that support, champion and empower older Bucks residents to meet the many challenges and opportunities of ageing, through charitable services that have high impact and that are sustainably funded, working with all communities in Bucks and through partner collaboration.
The role
Will oversee the development and delivery of high quality, person-centred, compassionate and effective support and services for older people across Bucks that has demonstrable impact and quality - building community connection and championing older people’s needs and opportunities. You will help shape the charity’s charitable approach, work on developing new services, funded from grant applications and community collaboration, and build cases for support and demonstrable impact case studies. Reporting to the CEO, you will work closely with the Head of Commercial Services and Development, dovetailing referral pathways and aligning practice and processes.
Key tasks and responsibilities
- Meet the needs of older Bucks residents through effective, high quality, safe and compassionate support and services that can demonstrate impact and are sustainable financially, meeting appropriate quality standards where required
- Develop our people and volunteers, including supporting our safeguarding lead on best practice supervision, risk assessment and mitigation, case work guidance, safeguarding, line management and people development
- Work with SLT to support our Trustee Board, Board Officers and Sub-Committees to enable them to guide and steward the charity appropriately, including developing reports and information/KPIs
- Develop and deliver financially sustainable services, planning and managing income and costs in line with strategy and budgets, working with the Finance leadership and SLT
- Help develop and transform our data collection and story-telling, enabling the organisation to create and share compelling and inspiring impact and outcome reports for stakeholders
- Support the maintenance and development of our website and social media strategy and assets to support our work and programmes
- Optimise and raise awareness of our services and impact, through developing effective outreach and presentations to key stakeholders, groups, communities and funders
- Act as a champion of older people and an Age Friendly Bucks, representing the charity at key forums, Boards and activities in order to achieve our mission and strategic goals, bringing the voice and needs of older people to the fore.
Essential qualities:
- Strong and demonstrable people leadership and management skills
- Strong operational delivery experience and skills
- Empathetic to the needs of older people and their families
- Significant Adult social and/or health care experience and knowledge, including safeguarding
- Budget planning and delivery
- Significant impact and outcomes reporting and data collection experience
- Service creation and mobilisation experience
- Experience managing and liaising with commissioners/funders/partners
- UK driving licence
Equal Opportunities
Age UK Buckinghamshire strives to meet the needs of all older people in Bucks but is also aware that some communities could be better served by us. We therefore want to become more representative of the community we serve. We encourage equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourage applications from our wonderful rainbow of talent in Bucks and people of all ages.
Application Process:
- Submit your CV and cover letter via CharityJob
- Your cover letter should be no more than 1-2 pages and must explain how you meet the criteria specified in the job description with examples.
- Closing Date: 5th June 2026
Application Process
• Submit your CV and cover letter via CharityJob
• Your cover letter should be no more than 1-2 pages and must explain how you meet the criteria specified in the job description with examples.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Family Support Coordinator
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Family Support Coordinator to deliver targeted, high-quality support to fathers and male caregivers across Stroud and Gloucester.
This is an opportunity to join a supportive and purpose-driven team where your work will make a direct difference to families across Gloucestershire.
Please note that due to the nature of this role, we can only accept male applicants.
Position: Family Support Coordinator
Location: Stroud and Gloucester/Hybrid (covering hospital, family hub and community settings)
Hours: Part-time, 33 hours per week
Salary: £32,597 pro rata (£29,337 actual)
Contract: Permanent
Closing Date: 27th May 2026. This job opportunity may close early if we find an appropriate candidate before the closing date.
Join a local charity supporting families with young children through home visiting, group work, one-to-one support and targeted projects.
The Role
This service focuses on improving the wellbeing, confidence and engagement of fathers and male caregivers, particularly during pregnancy, early parenthood and times of family stress or transition.
This role will focus on engaging fathers who may be less likely to access traditional services, including through outreach, hospital-based engagement, family hub delivery, one-to-one support and home visiting. You will build and manage a targeted caseload aligned to family hubs and areas of highest need and bring specialist knowledge of father engagement whilst contributing to the ongoing development of programme practice across the organisation.
This role requires flexibility, including regular out-of-hours work, to ensure fathers can access support at times and in places that work for them.
Key accountabilities include:
· Deliver high-quality, targeted support to fathers and male caregivers
· Lead outreach and engagement activity with fathers and underrepresented groups
· Act as a specialist in father engagement within the wider family support team
· Contribute to the effective delivery and development of Dad Matters across the locality
· Work in partnership with local services to strengthen support for fathers and families
About You
We are looking for someone who understands the importance of supporting fathers and male caregivers, and who can build trust with people who may be unsure about asking for help. You will be confident working with families, able to manage a caseload, and comfortable delivering support in a range of settings including hospitals, family hubs, homes and community spaces.
You will need to be flexible, relational and practical, with the ability to work some evenings or weekends to reach fathers at the right time.
You will bring:
· Experience of working with families, fathers, parents or caregivers
· Experience of providing outreach support to families or individuals
· An understanding of the challenges families can face during pregnancy, early parenthood and family life
· Strong relationship-building skills
· Confidence in outreach, engagement and partnership working
· Good safeguarding awareness
· The ability to keep accurate records and manage a caseload
· A commitment to inclusive, non-judgemental and strengths-based support
Please note this role is only open to male applicants. Our client is committed to equality of opportunity and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In light of the nature of work, the candidate’s gender is considered to be an occupational requirement in accordance with Schedule 9 (part 1) of the Equality Act 2010.
About the Organisation
Join a voluntary organisation committed to promoting the welfare of families with at least one child under five years of age. Trained home-visiting volunteers offer regular friendship, emotional, and practical support to help families experiencing a challenging time in their lives. The service is unique and also offers free support peer groups, antenatal, postnatal, and perinatal mental health services.
You may also have experience in areas such as Family Support Worker, Family Support Officer, Parent Support, Family Case Worker, Parent Case Worker, Family Outreach Worker.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP