Community support worker jobs in central london, greater london
About the role:
Step into a pivotal leadership opportunity at Single Homeless Project (SHP) and be part of shaping a dynamic new service at the forefront of tackling rough sleeping in Westminster. The Harrow Road Assessment Hub is a fast-paced, high-impact environment where lives are changed through rapid assessment, meaningful support, and timely resettlement. As Team Manager, you’ll be instrumental in guiding a committed team of frontline staff to deliver personalised, trauma-informed support that helps clients make real progress towards lasting stability and a place to call home.
This role offers the chance to grow your leadership skills in a setting that demands creativity, collaboration, and compassion. You'll oversee the daily rhythm of the service - ensuring assessments are swift and thorough, support planning is focused and effective, and move-on options are always progressing. You’ll work side by side with the Service Manager, connecting with partners across boroughs to achieve the best outcomes for every client. It's a unique opportunity to drive forward a mission-led service while developing your own career in a supportive, ambitious organisation.
About you:
- You’re an experienced leader who brings out the best in others, supporting your team to deliver compassionate, high-quality support for clients with complex needs.
 - You understand the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness and have hands-on experience helping clients reconnect, resettle or move on from rough sleeping.
 - You’re confident working in fast-paced settings, balancing care and accountability to ensure safe, effective and trauma-informed support.
 - You’re skilled at building strong partnerships across housing, health and other services to achieve the best outcomes for clients.
 - You bring sound judgement, clear communication and a calm, supportive approach to managing people and situations.
 - You’re motivated by creating change - for your team, your service and for every client who walks through the door.
 
About Us:
Single Homeless Project is a London-wide charity. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a place to call home and the chance to live a fulfilling life. We help single Londoners by preventing homelessness, providing support and accommodation, promoting wellbeing, enhancing opportunity, and being a voice for change. From supporting people in crisis to helping people take the final steps towards independence and employment, we make a difference to 10,000 lives every year across all 32 boroughs.
We offer you more than a job; we offer you a chance to be part of a compassionate, driven team that's committed to making a real difference in people's lives. You'll have the opportunity to lead, co-create, and inspire change while enjoying a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
Join us in creating a brighter, more hopeful future for young people in need. Apply now to become a pivotal part of our dynamic team. Together, we'll transform lives and build a stronger community.
Important info:
Closing date: Sunday 16th November at midnight
Interview date: Monday 24th November online via Microsoft Teams
Please note there may be a second stage process for those progressed in service in Westminster.
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications with insufficient right to work or requiring sponsorship will not be accepted for this role.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.



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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 an Intervention Worker to play a pivotal role in our Criminal Justice Service in Battersea.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
Approved Premises (APs) work with high-risk people released from prison, providing a vital element in public protection arrangements. APs offer a level of contact, support and supervision within the community that is unique within the Criminal Justice System. This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated, enthusiastic staff team at our male Approved Premises in Battersea, playing a key role in pro-social modelling, rehabilitation and community reintegration for those ready to make positive choices.
Working closely with Probation Officers and other community services such as police, health, housing and substance misuse, we provide a stepping stone from prison into the community.
As a member of the Approved Premises team, you will model pro-social behavior and foster a positive, respectful culture with both clients and colleagues. You will actively engage with residents, supporting communal activities such as meal preparation, and contribute to the delivery of individual sentence plans in collaboration with probation officers, police, and external agencies.
Your role will involve providing administrative and practical support, ensuring daily tasks are completed, and following all operational protocols. You will encourage compliance and enforce rules relating to curfews and drug and alcohol testing as required. Keeping colleagues, multi-agency partners, and management informed is essential.
You will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining the health, safety, security, cleanliness, and well-being of the premises and residents, utilizing tools such as CCTV, observation, and direct personal contact. Accurate, timely record-keeping and appropriate information sharing with respect for confidentiality are critical components of this role.
Using your initiative, you will identify and address additional tasks or emerging issues, working within the service to maintain an enabling environment. Adherence to the Approved Premises Manual, Hestia policies, and relevant justice service requirements is expected, alongside consistently demonstrating The Hestia Approach.
This role involves working closely with high-risk offenders transitioning from prison to community life, providing a unique level of daily support, supervision, and tailored interventions. You will empower residents to take responsibility for themselves while maintaining appropriate boundaries and supervision. The position operates on a rolling rota covering early, late, weekend, and night shifts to ensure continuous support and public protection.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for
The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to engage and communicate effectively with others, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness in their approach. They should maintain an optimistic outlook regarding people's capacity for change and the possibility of positive outcomes. A quick learner who can efficiently gather information and make well-founded decisions is essential.
The candidate must be able to maintain firm boundaries and exercise authority legitimately while working in a pro-social and positive manner. Competence in receiving, processing, and accurately recording detailed information is required, along with ensuring appropriate sharing of information within confidentiality guidelines. An understanding of the emotional and behavioral impacts of trauma is important, as is the ability to work sensitively with individuals who display a wide range of emotions, behaviors, and communication challenges.
The candidate should be a team player who leads by example and takes a practical, hands-on approach to tasks such as cooking, gardening, household chores, and leisure activities. Finally, knowledge of safeguarding principles and the ability to identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns are essential.
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.



                    Location: Enfield (Hybrid) (Once Police vetting is cleared, co-located at Police stations minimum 1 day per week – locations across North London)
Salary: £13,135.20 - £14,000.80 per annum (Based on an FTE salary of £32,838 - £35,002 per annum)
(Please note that applicants are usually appointed at the bottom of the relevant band)
Hours: 15 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Until 11th May 2026 - with possible extension)
Closing Date: Monday 10th November 2025
Closing Time: 00:00am
Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as an Intervention Partnership Worker at Solace Women's Aid.
You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.
Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.
About the Service
As part of an innovative pilot project, funded by the Mayor’s Office for Policing and Crime, Solace will be providing two specialist workers to support victim/survivors engaged in the perpetrator behaviour change programme as part of a conditional caution. The programme aims to address perpetrators behaviour and increase safety for victim/survivors. In doing so, it is essential that the V/S has holistic support to ensure any risks are identified and managed.
This is a pilot project and it is expected that there will be a considerable amount of testing and learning, trailing new ways of working to meet intended outcomes.
About the Role
You will be working closely in partnership with Police forces in North London, as well as the Hampton Trust, to provide support for victim/survivors engaged in the CARA programme. You will also be supporting Police Officers to discuss eligibility for the programme and conditional cautions. You will be developing and delivering a series of training and learning sessions for the Police. As a new project, you will be developing key partnership relations, to strengthen collaborative working between the Police and Solace. You will provide light touch support to survivors whose partners are engaged with the CARA program, assess risk and share key updates with Hampton Trust and the Police to ensure safety.
About You
We're looking for highly organised and self-motivated applicants who are passionate about ending VAWG. You will have a “can-do‟ approach and demonstrable commitment to Solace’s feminist approach to supporting women and their children to be safer. You will receive training and support for this role as necessary.
Successful applicants will have in-depth knowledge of domestic abuse and its impact on women and children, experience of dynamic risk assessment and providing emotional and practical support to victims of VAWG. As this is a pilot programme where the delivery model may change, a flexible and adaptive approach to your work is important as well as willingness to contribute to programme evaluation. Part of your time will be spent ensuring that Police colleagues have the information they need to effectively administer conditional cautions so you will work closely with Police, Hampton Trust to develop different training elements, a willingness to develop and deliver this material is essential.
A relevant qualification in VAWG is essential, as well as willingness to undergo Police vetting.
What we can offer you
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:
- Flexible working
 - Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
 - Generous holiday entitlement
 - Employer pension contribution
 - Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
 - Access to Inclusion Networks
 - Daily clinical debriefing
 - Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
 - Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings
 - Flow & Restore yoga classes
 - Meditation sessions
 - Cycle to Work Scheme
 
How to apply
When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:
- Values, Behaviours & Competencies
 - Knowledge, Experience and Skills
 
Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.
No agencies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our fight for workers’ rights. We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, people-focused environment and is committed to social and economic justice.
- Job role: Organiser
 - Location: 144 Cambridge Heath Road, London, E1 5QJ
 - Salary: £31,200 per annum**
 - Hours: 10am–6pm (7 hours per day, including a paid 1-hour lunch)
 - Leave: 30 days annual leave + bank holidays
 - Other benefits: The best parental and sick leave in the country
 - Contract: Three-year fixed term
 - Closing date: 3rd November 2025
 - Interviews: 24th November – 5th December 2025
 - Start date: 5th January 2026
 
**UVW runs a flat wage system. All staff, from the General Secretary to the cleaner, earn the same. 
 
About United Voices of the World (UVW) 
UVW Union is a member-led, general workers’ union fighting for the rights of the UK’s most exploited and marginalised workers – many of them migrants – who are often overlooked by the traditional labour movement. We have won historic victories through powerful industrial and collective action, including being the first union to end the outsourcing of facilities workers in higher education and the NHS. Joining UVW means being part of a collective force that challenges injustice and builds power from the ground up. 
 
About the Role 
As a UVW Organiser, you’ll join a dynamic team at the forefront of our mission to build power and solidarity in workplaces and communities through collective, legal, and direct action. 
 
Focused on Portuguese and Spanish-speaking migrant workers in low-paid sectors, this three-year, donor-funded role is central to UVW’s mission. You will advise, represent and organise workers to build collective power through strikes, direct actions and negotiation — to transform their workplace conditions from the ground up. 
- Essential: Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese.
 - Highly Desirable: Previous experience in trade union or community organising.
 
We support low paid, precarious & migrant workers build power & solidarity in workplaces & communities through collective, legal and direct action.
                                

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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!
Night Support Coach
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Job Title: Night Support Coach
Location: Havering, Close to Harold Wood Elizabeth Line station. Please note that this service does not have step free access.
Salary: £27,000
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a rota varying between 20:00 - 09:30 which includes 12.5 hour shifts with 1 hour unpaid break, approximately 3 shifts per week. You may need to be flexible on these hours as per service requirements.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Support Coach to join our new Independent Approved Premises (IAP) covering the night shift on a rolling rota. You will play a key role in supporting our residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. You will develop and engage with our residents to produce tailored support plans which support their individual needs in successful rehabilitation and reintegration within the community. You will identify their needs, goals and skills, and then support and motivate them to achieve their potential. The service holds a strong focus on public protection and effective risk management.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of residents and participants at all times
 - Engaging with residents throughout the night, ensuring they are adhering to their license conditions. This may include planning activities to engage with them such as movie nights, games nights, and other activities applicable
 - Be a valued and reliable member of the team on the night shift, completing handovers for day colleagues for a seamless service
 - Building trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through tailored one to one sessions, group sessions, in and out of service activities, and general wellbeing check ins
 - Focusing on empowering our residents to take control over their lives and meet their personal goals
 
About You
We're looking for someone who has a true passion to help make a difference and contribute to providing safer communities for all. You will be comfortable working within the criminal justice setting, and supporting residents to have access to the tools and resources to better enhance their quality of life after their release from prison. You will have an understanding of criminal justice settings and will have the ability to build meaningful rapport with others who have multiple and complex needs and backgrounds. We look for adaptability, proactiveness, and confidence within your own skillset and ability to drive meaningful impact. We also look for:
- Understanding of the housing and social needs of people with multiple and complex needs
 - Cultural awareness, Self-awareness, and ability to identify personal growth areas and take feedback
 - Ability to use IT systems to record case notes, email relevant people, and use other software required within the role
 - Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents
 - Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency
 
We are interviewing on an ongoing basis so this job role may close early. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. As a note, Interviews are scheduled for week commencing 10th November.
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we Offer
- 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
 - Employer Pension Contribution
 - Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
 - Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
 - Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
 - Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
 - Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
 - Life Assurance Scheme
 - Cycle-to-work scheme
 - Annual Staff Awards
 - EDI Ambassador programme
 
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. 
Additional Information
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
Empowering independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital and off the streets
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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!
Main Purpose of Role:
The Programme Support and Administrative Officer will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of CFAB’s programmes and organisational functions. This role supports executive coordination, training delivery, family support administration, international social work logistics, and general office management. The postholder will work across teams to provide high-quality administrative support, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery.
Key responsibilities:
Programme Support and General Administration
- Monitor shared inboxes and switchboard calls.
 - Respond to ad hoc staff queries and manage incoming post.
 
- Send initial and closure letters for client cases.
 - Track inactive cases and follow up on referral forms.
 - Prepare duty rotas, upload referrals and update the country information list.
 - Support contract preparation and database maintenance for International Social Workers (ISWs).
 - Support feedback collection and documentation.
 
- Assist with Mailchimp campaigns and mailing list research.
 
- Upload donations into Salesforce.
 - Prepare donor thank-you letters and assist with prospect research.
 - Provide general support across departments as needed.
 
Executive Support
- Schedule and coordinate meetings for the CEO and senior leadership, including diary management and events.
 - Track meeting actions and follow-ups.
 - Support minute-taking using ai and ad hoc research tasks.
 
Training & Learning Support
- Coordinate training calendars and liaise with teams.
 - Update training materials and manage Eventbrite pages.
 - Provide limited on-the-day training support and monitor certificates and surveys.
 
Facilities & Office Management
- Order stationery and maintain office tidiness.
 - Support logistical tasks such as PAT testing, IT coordination, and office trackers.
 
CFAB exists to ensure that every child in the UK has the right to care, protection and family life, no matter where they come from.



                    The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Purpose
To support the manager and deliver on the home and settle services across two hospitals, supporting the wider team, and provide leadership when necessary. You will work in collaboration with AUKEL, the hospitals, and other community health and social care colleagues.
The service supports people returning home after a stay in hospital, helping them to settle back at home, regain confidence and support with some practical tasks, e.g. shopping/cleaning. You will manage referrals, carry out assessments, and with the Manager, allocate service users to Discharge and Settle Worker caseloads. You will provide direct frontline support and co-ordinate visits to the service users’ home in preparation for their return home, as necessary. You will work collaboratively to lead and manage your team to support the smooth transition from hospital to home for service users. The service is time limited, usually up to 6 weeks, to adjust and settle back in their homes.
Key Tasks
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Act as the first point of contact for all referrals across the hospital they are attached to.
 
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Meet with patients in the community and/or hospital and carrying out assessments and risk assessments
 
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Enter referrals on to AUKEL’s case management system (currently Charity Log) in accordance with GDPR guidelines.
 
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Allocate referrals to Discharge and Settle workers using tech available (currently the Call Round App), training will be available.
 
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Collecting feedback from service users and uploading to case management system.
 
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Prepare and keep stock of AUKEL Welcome Packs and service leaflets.
 
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Deputise for the Manger at discharge planning and other meetings as directed.
 
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Support the hospital to improve the patient’s experience of the discharge process
 
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Monitor the case loads of each of the Discharge and Settle workers (DSW) to ensure they are evenly and fairly balanced.
 
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Work collaboratively with other agencies providing support services.
 
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Work with people with a range of needs, dealing with issues ranging from social isolation and keeping people engaged in their community, to preventing unnecessary admission to hospital.
 
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Plan and develop person centred interventions to provide short term support for people after hospital discharge.
 
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Deliver the front-line services as required e.g. when there is high demand, sickness or staff shortages.
 
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Provide occasional weekend cover for the A/L of other Project Officers
 
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Work with people with a range of needs, dealing with issues ranging from social isolation and keeping people engaged in their community, to preventing unnecessary admission to hospital.
 
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Supervise, support and develop DSWs and volunteers in your service.
 
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Liaise with the handyperson service about referrals and jobs for service users.
 
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Ensure DSW are resourced to sign post service users to other services when the home and settle service intervention ends.
 
Administration
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Keep AUKEL case management system up-to-date, input all data, and ensure all referrals, interventions, time spent with service users are recorded.
 
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Allocate referrals to DSW using tech available (currently - Charity Log ‘Call Round’ App).
 
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Ensure wards have good supply of service leaflets and referral forms.
 
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Ensure data collected meets the requirements of the service’s contract monitoring and key performance indicators.
 
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Ensure customer feedback questionnaires are sent at the end of each intervention and record returns.
 
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Ensure admin tasks relating to service users, Discharge and Settle workers or general admin is carried out in a timely and efficient manner.
 
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Provide weekend cover as needed, i.e. annual leave and sickness, for the services you manage and other hospital settle services provided by AUKEL
 
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Carry out monitoring of the service ensuring it meets the contractual requirements of commissioners.
 
Quality
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Be familiar with and to implement AUKEL policies and procedures.
 
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Ensure the service is delivered in accordance with Care Quality Commission fundamental standards.
 
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Ensure integration with other AUKEL projects, and service users are referred/sign-posted to appropriate support services available to them.
 
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Respond to safeguarding or other concerns and make appropriate reports and management action
 
Liaison
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Represent Age UK East London and participate in appropriate external meetings and events to remain aware of local, regional and national issues affecting quality and compliance affecting care and home support services.
 
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Work in collaboration with hospital colleagues including discharge teams, A&E, ward staff, community teams to support the successful discharge of people and reduce readmission.
 
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Liaise with other AUKEL home and settle services and work collaboratively to maintain effective services, including sharing staff where appropriate.
 
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Work closely with the AUKEL handyperson service to meet contractual obligations where a handyperson service is provided as part of the service.
 
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Liaise with contractors to arrange deliveries and works to service user’s homes.
 
General
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Meet regularly with your line manager for support, supervision and appraisal.
 
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Attend team and staff meetings, (and other meetings) as required.
 
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Undertake any other duties within the competence of the post holder as may be required from time to time for the continued smooth running of AUKEL.
 
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Undertake any training required to fulfil the post.
 
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Carry out the duties of the post in accordance with AUKEL’s policies and procedures including: Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Complaints, GDPR, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults.
 
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Arranging access visits to service user’s homes
 
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Work within AUKEL’s expectations of professional boundaries and confidentiality.
 
Functional Links
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The Home and Settle Project Officer is supervised directly by the Home and Settle Manager.
 
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Close working is required with AUKEL Finance Team, Information, Advice, Advocacy & Befriending Services, AUKEL Community services directorate, and other home and settle services across east London.
 
Person Specification
Research shows that while middle class white men tend to apply for job when they meet around 60% of the criteria, women, people from the global majority, and people from other marginalised groups that encounter systematic discrimination tend to apply only when they meet all criteria. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t meet every single aspect of the job description, please still apply!
Experience 
Essential 
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Minimum of 2 years’ experience of working within a health or care setting.
 
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Experience of using IT systems to record work done.
 
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Experience of supporting colleagues (this could be in a non- managerial position)
 
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Experience of working within a hospital setting
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Experience of managing and developing staff.
 
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Experience of working with older people
 
Knowledge & Understanding 
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Understanding of the impact of discrimination and disadvantage on the lives of people and ability to work in a trauma-informed manner.
 
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Understanding of the needs of patients who may lack family or other support.
 
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Understanding of the needs of lone workers whilst working in the community.
 
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Understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and their carers.
 
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Understand of and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and dignity.
 
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Knowledge of CQC fundamental standards
 
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Understanding of NHS hospital discharge procedures
 
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Experience of conducting assessments and risk assessments.
 
Skills/Attributes 
Essential 
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Excellent interpersonal skills
 
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Excellent verbal and written communication
 
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Intermediate IT skills
 
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Excellent planning and organisational skills
 
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Ability to work calmly under pressure.
 
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This post is subject to the relevant check through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
 
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The role is required travel across East London
 
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Flexibility in working hours to meet organisational needs
 
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Supporter Experience Manager
Permanent, Full Time. Hybrid working (You will be required to attend the office for a minimum of 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for the remaining 3 days.)
Location: This role can be based in Cardiff, Edinburgh, London, or Warrington
Salary: £48,576 for Cardiff, Edinburgh, or Warrington. £53,549 for London (inclusive of London allowance)
If we receive a high volume of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert before the scheduled closing date. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply at their earliest convenience.
About us
Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart.
We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and recognise the value this brings in forming strong, creative and high performing teams. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and from those with experience from outside of the voluntary sector. And no, you don’t have to be Christian to work here – we encourage people of all faiths and none to apply. We just ask that everyone lives out our values of dignity, equality, justice and love. We value a good work-life balance, so we’re open to part-time and flexible working. We also offer hybrid working for our office-based colleagues and the option of being a homeworker for most of our roles too.
About the role
At Christian Aid, we believe lasting change happens when people work together for justice. Our supporters are at the heart of that change and we’re now looking for a Supporter Experience Manager to shape how thousands of people connect with our mission.
This is a unique opportunity to design and deliver Christian Aid’s first unified supporter journey framework, creating seamless, inspiring experiences that drive engagement, giving, and long-term loyalty.
Reporting to the Head of Public Fundraising, but working across the wider department and beyond, this role will:
- Lead our first Supporter Experience Strategy, uniting teams across the organisation.
 - Map, refine, and innovate supporter journeys, identifying opportunities for deeper connection.
 - Harness data and supporter insights to drive evidence-based decisions.
 - Foster innovation, testing new technologies and approaches to enhance engagement.
 - Train and equip teams to deliver consistently excellent supporter experiences.
 
About you
In addition to a passion for Supporter Experience, some of the essential skills and experience we’re looking for are:
- Significant experience in a supporter experience role or delivering journey strategy.
 - A track record creating and delivering multichannel communications.
 - Strong data and analytical skills to refine approaches and measure success.
 - Excellent collaboration, influencing, and project management abilities.
 
Experience with CRM systems, matrix management, KPI measurement or leading change initiatives is desirable, but most importantly, you’ll have a supporter-first mindset and the drive to inspire meaningful connections. You’ll also be committed to Christian Aid’s vision to see a world where everyone can live a full life free from poverty and injustice.
Further information
At Christian Aid we strive to be an inclusive and diverse employer and recognise the value that this brings in helping to build strong, creative and high performing teams.
We are actively encouraging racialised minorities, LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, returning parents or carers who are re-entering work after a career break, people with caring responsibilities, people from low socioeconomic backgrounds, women, and older workers to apply. This is because these groups are under-represented within our teams, especially at senior level, and we recognise and value the contributions members of these groups make to strong, creative and high performing teams.
We have a strong Christian ethos, and we encourage applications from all faiths. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of and sympathy with Christian Aid’s faith identity.
All successful candidates will require a DBS/police check appropriate to the role and location and a Counter Terrorism Sanction check as part of your clearance for commencing your role with us. We also participate in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information as part of the referencing process from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
This role requires applicants to have the right to live and work in the country where this position is based and undertake the role that you have been offered. If you are successful and we make you an offer for the role, we will be required to conduct a right to work check on your immigration status in the UK. We will contact you regarding the documentation you will need to provide to evidence this.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Purpose
The weekend Home & Settle Project Officer is responsible for responding to referrals received over the weekend from both Royal London Hospital & Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. You will work with the manager on Friday to deliver services and plan visits on the weekend for you to attend.  
The service supports people returning after a stay in hospital, helping them to settle back at home, regain confidence and support with some practical tasks, e.g. shopping/cleaning.  You will manage referrals, carry out assessments, and in liaison with the manager, allocate service users to Discharge and Settle Worker caseloads. You will provide direct frontline support and co-ordinate visits to the service users’ home in preparation for their return home. You will work collaboratively to lead and manage the weekend service to support the smooth transition from hospital to home for service users.  The service is time limited, up to 4 or 6 weeks, to adjust, build confidence, and settle back in their homes. 
Key Tasks
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Act as the first point of contact for all referrals over the weekend across both hospitals.
 
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Meet with patients in the community and/or hospital and carrying out assessments and risk assessments.
 
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Enter referrals on to AUKEL’s case management system (currently Charity Log) in accordance with GDPR guidelines.
 
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Allocate referrals to Discharge and Settle workers (in the week) using tech available (currently the Call Round App), training will be available.
 
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Collect feedback from service users and upload to case management system.
 
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Prepare and keep stock of AUKEL Welcome Packs and service leaflets.
 
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Deputise for the manger at discharge planning and other meetings as required.
 
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Support hospitals to improve the patient’s experience of the discharge process.
 
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Monitor the case loads of each of the Discharge and Settle workers (DSW) to ensure they are evenly and fairly balanced.
 
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Work collaboratively with other agencies providing support services.
 
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Work with people with a range of needs, dealing with issues ranging from social isolation and keeping people engaged in their community, to preventing unnecessary readmission to hospital.
 
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Plan and develop person centred interventions to provide short term support for people after hospital discharge.
 
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Deliver the front-line support services over the weekend
 
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Provide occasional cover for the A/L of other Project Officers
 
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Work with people with a range of needs, dealing with issues ranging from social isolation and keeping people engaged in their community, to preventing unnecessary admission to hospital.
 
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Supervise, support and develop DSWs and volunteers in your service.
 
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Liaise with the handyperson service about referrals and jobs for service users.
 
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Ensure DSW are resourced to sign post service users to other services when the home and settle service intervention ends.
 
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Arranging access visits to service user’s homes.
 
Administration
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Keep AUKEL’s case management system up to date, input all data, and ensure all referrals, interventions, time spent with service users are recorded.
 
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Allocate referrals to DSW using tech available (currently - Charity Log ‘Call Round’ App).
 
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Ensure wards have good supply of service leaflets and referral forms.
 
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Ensure data collected meets the requirements of the service’s contract monitoring and key performance indicators.
 
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Ensure customer feedback questionnaires are sent at the end of each intervention and record returns.
 
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Ensure admin tasks relating to service users, Discharge and Settle workers or general admin is carried out in a timely and efficient manner.
 
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Provide cover as needed, i.e. annual leave and sickness, for the services you manage, and other hospital settle services provided by AUKEL
 
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Carry out monitoring of the service ensuring it meets the contractual requirements of commissioners.
 
Quality
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Be familiar with and to implement AUKEL policies and procedures.
 
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Ensure the service is delivered in accordance with Care Quality Commission fundamental standards.
 
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Ensure integration with other AUKEL projects, and service users are referred and/or sign-posted to appropriate support services available to them.
 
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Respond to safeguarding or other concerns and make appropriate reports and management action
 
Liaison
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Represent AUKEL and participate in appropriate external meetings and events to remain aware of local, regional and national issues affecting quality and compliance affecting care and home support services.
 
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Work in collaboration with hospital colleagues including discharge teams, A&E, ward staff, community teams to support the successful discharge of people and reduce readmission.
 
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Liaise with other AUKEL home and settle services across London and work collaboratively to maintain effective services, including sharing staff where appropriate.
 
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Work closely with the AUKEL handyperson service to meet contractual obligations where a handyperson service is provided as part of the service.
 
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Liaise with contractors to arrange deliveries and works to service user’s homes.
 
General
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Meet regularly with your line manager for support, supervision and appraisal.
 
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Attend team and staff meetings, (and other meetings) as required.
 
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Undertake any other duties within the competence of the post holder as may be required from time to time for the continued smooth running of AUKEL.
 
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Undertake any training required to fulfil the post.
 
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Carry out the duties of the post in accordance with AUKEL’s policies and procedures including: Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Complaints, GDPR, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults.
 
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Work within AUKEL’s expectations of professional boundaries and confidentiality.
 
Functional Links
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The Home and Settle Project Officer is supervised directly by the Home and Settle Manager.
 
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Close working is required with AUKEL Finance Team, Information, Advice, Advocacy & Befriending Services, AUKEL Community services directorate, and other home and settle services across East London.
 
Person Specification
Research shows that while middle class white men tend to apply for job when they meet around 60% of the criteria, women, people from the global majority, and people from other marginalised groups that encounter systematic discrimination tend to apply only when they meet all criteria. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t meet every single aspect of the job description, please still apply!
Experience 
Essential 
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Minimum of 2 years’ experience of working within a health or care setting.
 
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Experience of using IT systems to record work done.
 
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Experience of supporting colleagues (this could be in a non- managerial position)
 
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Experience of working within a hospital setting
 
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Experience of managing and developing staff.
 
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Experience of working with older people
 
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Experience of conducting assessments and risk assessments.
 
Knowledge & Understanding 
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Understanding of the impact of discrimination and disadvantage on the lives of people and ability to work in a trauma-informed manner.
 
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Understanding of the needs of patients who may lack family or other support.
 
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Understanding of the needs of lone workers whilst working in the community.
 
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Understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and their carers.
 
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Understand of and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and dignity.
 
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Knowledge of CQC fundamental standards
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Understanding of NHS hospital discharge procedures
 
Skills/Attributes
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Excellent interpersonal skills
 
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Excellent verbal and written communication
 
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Intermediate IT skills
 
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Excellent planning and organisational skills
 
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Ability to work calmly under pressure.
 
Additional Requirements
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This post is subject to the relevant check through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
 
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The role is required travel across East London
 
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Flexibility in working hours to meet organisational needs.
 
Additional Information
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This job description is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather to clearly define the fundamental purpose, responsibilities and deliverables for the role.
 
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In addition to the contents of this role description, employees are expected to undertake any and all other reasonable and related tasks allocated by line management.
 
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead one of London’s most vital community organisations into its next chapter. Based in North Kensington, the Dalgarno Trust is a lifeline for many of its 6000+ local residents living in one of the most underserved and diverse areas within the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. As the only community centre in the neighbourhood, it tackles long standing community needs, from health inequalities to digital exclusion, vibrant youth programmes, a busy weekly foodbank, and inclusive wellbeing initiatives. The CEO will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of this anchor institution, driving strategic growth while remaining deeply connected to the needs and lived experiences of the community.
This is an opportunity to lead a charity where you not only have direct visibility of the impact, you will also have multiple opportunities to be involved with making a real change to the lives of others. The CEO will be responsible for steering the organisation’s strategic direction, building sustainable income streams, and strengthening partnerships across the public, private, and voluntary sectors. With oversight of a dynamic workforce, including full-time, part-time, sessional staff, and volunteers, the CEO will ensure high quality service delivery, encourage innovation, and foster a resilient, inclusive culture. As the public face of the Dalgarno Trust, they will represent the charity in borough-wide forums, advocate for policy change, and amplify the voices of all its beneficiaries.
Dalgarno Trust is committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the community it serves and developing a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can thrive. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. We actively encourage individuals who have a passion for equity and a strong ability to oversee and manage the multiple elements of a thriving and busy community centre where one day is never the same as the next.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Work with the Board of Trustees to set and deliver the charity’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities.
 - Provide clear, evidence-based advice and recommendations to the Board, ensuring effective governance and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
 - Position the charity as a recognised leader in tackling inequality and poverty in the borough, particularly the North Kensington area.
 - Maintain financial oversight taking a strategic approach to managing Dalgarno Trust’s finances in a sustainable way – ensuring adequate reserves are maintained.
 - Ensure effective short, medium, and long-term financial planning is in place throughout the different levels of the organisation. Provide effective scrutiny by working with Dalgarno Trust’s accountants and finance personnel.
 
Income Generation & Fundraising
- Lead a sustainable income generation strategy, including accessing trust and foundation fundraising, corporate sponsorships, statutory grants, and social enterprise opportunities.
 - Build and maintain relationships with funders and donors to maximise opportunities for growth and diversification of income.
 - Ensure effective financial management, monitoring, and reporting of a c.£750k annual budget.
 
Partnerships & Place-Leadership
- Develop and maintain partnerships with voluntary, public, and private sector organisations to aid joint delivery of services.
 - Represent the Dalgarno Trust in local strategic forums, influencing public policy and service design to reflect community needs.
 - Strengthen the charity’s role as an anchor organisation and hub for community activity and leadership.
 
Please see the job description attachment for further responsibilities. If you would like to have an informal discussion with the CEO about Dalgarno Trust and the role, please get in touch with Esma Dukali via email refer to JD PDF for contact details.
Applicants are invited to submit an up-to-date CV and a supporting letter (maximum 1500 words) explaining how they meet the requirements outlined in the Person Specification within the job description. Please note: only applications that follow these instructions exactly will be considered. Interviews are expected to be held on 27th November.
A safe and happy Community Centre for the people of North Kensington, London



                    The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are Hestia. We make a difference.
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 Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our Coxley House in Tower Hamlets.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
In this role, the individual will manage a caseload of clients requiring early intervention or preventative mental health support, delivering group activities and co-produced programmes that empower service users to achieve their goals. They will clearly communicate the service's aims, objectives, and pathways to ensure users can fully participate and collaborate in their own support. The role involves supporting service users in engaging with various community professionals, including mental health teams, social workers, housing providers, health professionals, and Job Centre Plus. They will work flexibly within a team to ensure service coverage and meet contractual obligations, while also developing and encouraging participation in peer support networks and community-based initiatives. Active monitoring of the health, wellbeing, safety, and security of the service and its users is essential, ensuring all concerns are promptly addressed in line with procedures. The role also includes participating in core service functions, supporting colleagues, and using initiative to complete tasks as they arise. Timely and accurate administration is required, with a strong emphasis on maintaining confidentiality. The individual will also be responsible for ensuring effective and timely referrals, assessments, and service reviews, and will regularly engage in supervision, appraisals, and reviews to support continuous development.
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.
The candidate will have demonstrable experience working with individuals who have experienced mental health challenges and/or dual diagnosis issues, supported by a solid understanding of relevant mental health legislation, safeguarding practices, and recovery principles. They will possess in-depth knowledge of mental health conditions and the ability to provide person-centred support with dignity and respect, while communicating effectively and sensitively. The candidate should be skilled in risk assessment and case management, with experience working alongside statutory services and building partnerships with voluntary and community sector organisations. They will have a track record of delivering value-added initiatives such as events, groups, and volunteer or student placements, and be confident representing the organisation at external events, including delivering presentations to stakeholders and commissioners. Strong time management, prioritisation, and communication skills are essential, alongside the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team, including overseeing the induction of new peer staff and volunteers. Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and internet use, as well as good literacy and numeracy skills, are required. The candidate will also have sound knowledge of local mental health and wellbeing services, recovery tools, and the ability to respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns. They should be able to remain dynamic and effective under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
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.



                    CAAS is an amazing organisation, supporting ADHD and autistic individuals, their families, and the community around them. We are in a great position, with stable funding, an experienced team of around 40 staff, and a new strategy that is inspiring and impactful. We are looking for a kind and effective leader to join us as our next CEO, and keep CAAS thriving into the future.
As CEO, you will have the confidence and the expertise to deliver on our vision of changing perceptions to reduce stigma and break down barriers, bringing strategic leadership experience, a high level of organisational ability, self-motivation and self-discipline. You will have a passion for extending our reach and will demonstrate experience in delivering strategy, leading effective teams and building relationships within our community.
To apply, you need to submit a completed application form alongside a supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4, detailing how you meet the requirements of the role. Deadline to apply is by 10am on Monday 17th November, but feel free to reach out to our current CEO, Kay D'Cruz, for an informal chat about the role if you'd like to find out more.
More details about the job and additional information about the person specification can be found in the job description and in our recruitment pack, but in summary the key responsibilities of the role are:
Strategic Leadership: Deliver CAAS’s strategy, fulfil our legal obligations, evaluate and improve performance, report on progress, ensure CAAS remains well positioned for the future
Operational Leadership: Ensure robust systems, processes and policies, assess and manage organisational risk, build sustainable delivery mechanisms, oversee effective digital, communications and fundraising activity, maintain our case for support and tender for and manage contracts
People & Culture: Foster positive working cultures, promote staff wellbeing, ensure staff are focussed on delivering CAAS mission, drive staff development
External Relationships: Influence and advocate for change, act as lead ambassador for CAAS with funders, professionals and other stakeholders
We are looking for candidates who:
- Have a passion for, and commitment to, our work
 - Have a track record of effective working at a senior leadership level, building supportive external relationships and driving positive internal cultures, based on compassion and a drive for excellence
 - Are action-orientated, adaptable and flexible in the pursuit of impact
 - Can juggle multiple and competing demands, and thrive in a busy, varied environment
 - Enjoy ensuring robust governance and compliance
 - Have strong written and verbal communication skills; are a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
 - Are warm, inclusive and approachable, an actively listener and neuro-affirmative
 
Further information is available on our website.
Our mission is to support, educate and empower individuals diagnosed with ADHD or who are autistic, their families and the community around them.
                                The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Case Coordinator will work closely with the Head of Direct Work to ensure the delivery of high-quality Independent Social Work Reports (ISWRs) across the direct work strand of SWWB. The Case Coordinator will supervise volunteer social workers, carry out social work assessments themselves, and support quality assurance processes to maintain excellence in social work practice.
We are Hestia. We make a difference.
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 Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex Needs Service in Windsor.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
The main purpose of this role is to support rough sleepers on the RBWM housing pathway. The resettlement team help service users to maintain their tenancies and remove the risk of homelessness.
You will be responsible for developing, supporting and maintaining independent living skills and general wellbeing for 25 service users within the Support Service
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for
PLEASE NOTE YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE A CAR YOU CAN USE FOR WORK PURPOSES AND VALID DRIVING LICENCE
You should have a strong understanding of the issues faced by individuals at risk of homelessness and the skills to support them in maintaining their tenancies. You will have experience working with people with a range of mental health conditions, including dual diagnosis, and demonstrate the ability to communicate with empathy, dignity, and respect. A solid understanding of safeguarding and how to respond appropriately is essential.
Experience working with individuals who have experienced homelessness, rough sleeping, or temporary accommodation is required, particularly those with complex needs such as substance use, mental health issues, and offending histories. The candidate should be familiar with recovery principles and approaches, and committed to empowering service users to make informed choices and work toward independence.
You must be able to work both independently and as part of a team, including supporting the induction of peer staff and volunteers. An awareness of lone working and health and safety practices is important, alongside motivation to uphold professional standards and use management and peer support to maintain resilience. Good IT, literacy, and numeracy skills are essential, including proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and email communication.
When will I be working?
You will be working Monday to Friday 39 hours a week
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.



                    Deadline for applications: 9am on Monday 24th November 2025
Salary: £35,327 per annum, pro rata
Contract: Fixed Term contract to 31st March 2027, Full Time (37.5 hours per week) We operate a blended working approach where you will be required to work in the office two days a week, Wednesday & one other day tbc
About The Role
As a Grants and Learning Officer, you’ll be helping us to deliver our ambitious, nationwide grants programme. We currently support over 500 grassroots organisations and 18-30 year old creatives, and have a busy grants cycle to manage, alongside ever-increasing numbers of applications.
This year, we’re building and migrating to a new grants database and you’ll play an integral role on the project team. In addition, you’ll manage an assigned portfolio of grants, and help with all aspects of the funding cycle. You’ll support applicants and funded partners, make funding recommendations, administer grants, provide feedback and support, and visit projects.
About You
First and foremost, you’ll be passionate about the work that Youth Music does. As a skilled administrator, you’re not fazed by planning, monitoring, reporting, and spreadsheets. You have an eye for detail. You’ve got good IT skills and working knowledge of how databases operate. With the development of our new database this is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys developing processes and working with data and detail.
You’re a collaborative worker who enjoys being part of a friendly team, as well as travelling on your own to build new relationships with a diverse range of people. As a grants manager you’ll have an instinct for what’s important – when to give advice, and when to step back.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Making
- Relationship management for a diverse portfolio of grants within allocated areas or specialisms.
 - Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the music/creative landscape and issues affecting your allocated areas.
 - Provide telephone, online (e.g. Zoom, Microsoft Teams, webinars) and email advice to potential applicants.
 - Assess grant applications.
 - Make recommendations to the assessment panel.
 - Efficient and effective turnaround of grants administration, primarily through our grants databases (Salesforce and Grant Tracker).
 - Ensure data in the grants database is accurate and up-to-date, and support with data input, analysis and cleansing.
 - Review grant requirements and ensure quick processing of payments.
 - Undertake visits to funded projects and attend events.
 - Provide advice and feedback to successful and unsuccessful applicants.
 - Support the running and facilitation of events.
 - Contribute to the improvement of Youth Music’s funding processes and procedures in line with the flexible funding principles we’re committed to.
 - Provide support to others in the wider Youth Music team.
 
Learning and Projects
- Undertake project-based tasks as part of wider team or organisational project work.
 - Specialist knowledge about assigned areas of Youth Music’s work or operations and produce relevant outputs to help us and others to learn and develop.
 - Produce resources and content for the Youth Music community.
 - Present information and learning to internal and external colleagues.
 
General
- Carry out all such additional duties as are reasonably commensurate with the role.
 - This post will require travel across the UK, occasionally involving overnight stays.
 - This job description is not necessarily an exhaustive list of duties but is intended to reflect a range of duties the post-holder will perform.
 
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
- Experience of working or volunteering in music education, music industries, grants management, youth work or advocacy, education, or not-for-profit settings.
 - Familiarity with the funding process.
 - Experience of working in an administrative role.
 - Experience using databases and other software.
 - Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Teams and Office (in particular Outlook, Excel and Word).
 - Organisational and administrative skills, able to prioritise and work to deadlines.
 - Attention to detail.
 - Confident in decision-making and can work autonomously.
 - Ability to think creatively to solve problems.
 - Interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
 - Ability to communicate effectively with different types of people.
 - A clear and persuasive verbal communicator with the ability to write in plain English.
 - Ability to build and manage relationships.
 - Analytical skills (you’ll be required to read and respond to applications and reports).
 - Commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and access (IDEA), with good awareness of accessibility and understanding of inclusive best practice.
 
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of project management, including financial planning and management.
 - Understanding of the social issues facing children and young people today.
 - Understanding youth voice and/or participatory grant making practices.
 - Understanding of organisational best practice (safeguarding, financial health, governance, equality, and diversity).
 - Understanding of the music education and / or music industries landscape.
 
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.