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Introduction to the Cathedral
Southwark Cathedral has been a place of Christian worship for over 1400 years. Now it stands on the vibrant and exciting regenerated south bank of the Thames surrounded by cultural venues such as Tate Modern, Shakespeare’s Globe and Borough Market, the offices of major companies as well as schools and diverse residential communities. It is an inclusive Christian community that offers a welcome to all.
The Cathedral’s mission, ministry and musical tradition are core to its life as a Cathedral and a parish church serving the community. It also relies on the valuable financial contribution made by its income generating activities such as its shop, café, conference rooms, corporate events and concerts. It is a very busy place, attracting 200,000 visitors a year to the Cathedral, its churchyard and medieval herb garden. The Cathedral relies on a small but dedicated team to be inclusive and welcoming to all.
Our Vision & Values
Southwark Cathedral’s original foundation was a Priory with a community that lived by the rule of St Augustine, written around 400 AD. Augustine begins his rule with the words, ‘Before all else, love God and then your neighbour, because these are the chief commandments given to us’. Our renewed vision of ‘making space for love: with Heart, Mind and Soul, finds its inspiration in our spiritual heritage. Our mission and objectives combine in what we are calling the pathways for realising our vision. The pathways through which we will make space for love of God and neighbour are:
Objective 1: Rooted in Christian faith - to be a place of hospitality, exploration, imagination and kindness. We will be a Cathedral that rejoices in making space for all people to flourish and grow in heart, mind and soul.
Objective 2: Heart - to keep the heart healthy in London by a commitment to social justice, upholding the human dignity of all people and of every age.
Objective 3: Mind - to help people both live faithfully and think critically, being a place of learning and discovery.
Objective 4: Soul - to be a school for the soul, a place for enrichment of the inner life through prayer, our Cathedral building, the arts, and community.
Our Values
Integrity, Kindness, Justice, Courage
Role Overview
The Choir Verger supports the daily worship and life of Southwark Cathedral through practical, ceremonial, and hospitality duties. This entry-level verger role focuses on the preparation and smooth running of the Cathedral’s daily liturgy, the welcoming of visitors and worshippers, and the upkeep of spaces to the highest standards.
The postholder will work flexibly within the verger team, supporting colleagues in a wide variety of tasks — from setting up for worship to assisting with public events. The role demands patience, calmness under pressure, adaptability, and a commitment to the Cathedral’s mission.
At the heart of this position is safeguarding: ensuring that every child, young person, and vulnerable adult who engages with the Cathedral does so in a safe, respectful, and supportive environment.
Key Duties and Responsibilities of all Vergers
Care of the Cathedral Church and Buildings
· Maintain the Cathedral and all associated buildings in good order and cleanliness.
· Work collaboratively to ensure all Cathedral environs are free of litter and well-kept.
· Facilitate maintenance work arranged by the Facilities Manager, granting access as needed for workers.
· Conduct regular checks of liturgical spaces, furnishings, and building fabric to identify damage, wear, or maintenance needs; promptly report findings to the Dean’s Verger and facilities staff.
· Perform additional duties as required under the direction of the Dean’s Verger and/or Precentor.
Worship & Event Preparation
· Set up worship spaces for daily services, feast days, and special events.
· Ensure altar linens are clean and in good repair, notifying the Dean’s Verger when replacements are needed.
· Maintain altar frontals, hangings, and banners in accordance with the current liturgical season.
· Operate the Cathedral sound system and assist with simple audiovisual or lighting equipment (e.g., microphones, livestream controls) when required.
· Maintain a calm, reassuring presence during services and events, remaining attentive to safeguarding and pastoral needs.
· Assist with the setup and removal of displays, exhibitions, and notices within the Cathedral.
· Support the arrangement and restoration of furniture and staging for concerts, plays, and services.
Health & Safety, Safeguarding & Security
· Assist in implementing practical safety measures for services, community gatherings, and events.
· Monitor the Cathedral complex for security, regularly checking the site and providing a visible presence alongside welcomers, day chaplains, and stewards.
· Work with the verging team to uphold Health & Safety, Safeguarding, and Unacceptable Behaviour policies.
· Record and escalate health & safety or safeguarding concerns according to Cathedral policy, as needed to the Dean’s Verger, Safeguarding Officer, or Health & Safety lead.
· Promote safeguarding awareness throughout all Cathedral activities, following Church of England and Cathedral best practices.
Care of Valuables and Monies
· Ensure all collected monies are placed in the safes at regular intervals and kept secure until banked.
· Take responsibility for the care of the Sacristy’s contents.
Hospitality & Welcome
· Foster a climate of welcome that reflects Christian values, collaborating with Visitor Engagement, Events teams, Day Chaplains, and Cathedral Guides.
· Support and inform visitors, offering a listening ear to ensure everyone feels valued, respected, and safe, and directing enquiries to the appropriate colleague as needed.
· Maintain a calm and approachable presence for all Cathedral users, promoting inclusion, hospitality, and safeguarding at all times.
Teamwork & Guidance
· Collaborate as part of the verger team alongside clergy, volunteers, and Cathedral staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
· Share operational updates with colleagues to promote excellent communication and consistent service.
· Participate in team meetings and relay pertinent information as required.
· Provide guidance and practical support to colleagues, modelling professionalism, patience, and respect in all interactions.
· Help foster a safeguarding culture across the team, ensuring best practices are maintained.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities of the Choir Verger
Liturgical Services
· Serve as Choir Verger on all formal occasions, appropriately attired in cassock and gown.
· Participate in Cathedral services according to established traditions and the guidance of the Dean and Chapter.
Choir & Music Area Care
- Ensure the Song School, Organ Loft, Choir Stalls, and all other choir-related spaces are kept clean, tidy, and well-presented.
- Monitor the condition of choir areas and promptly report any required maintenance to the Facilities Department.
- Support the Music Department in maintaining safe and orderly spaces for choristers, musicians, and staff.
Qualifications & Skills
Essential:
• Calm, patient, and welcoming manner.
• Willingness to work flexibly across shifts, evenings, and weekends.
• Good physical health to perform lifting and moving tasks.
• Open-minded and adaptable to a wide range of people and situations.
• Basic technology skills (e.g. email, printing, simple AV operation).
Desirable:
• Practicing Christian, preferably with knowledge of Anglican worship.
• Experience in hospitality or customer service.
• Previous experience in a church, heritage, or public venue environment.
Key Attributes
• Calm Under Pressure – remains composed and helpful in busy or unexpected situations.
• Welcoming – offers warmth and hospitality to all.
• Adaptable – responds positively to changing plans or needs.
• Respectful of Worship – maintains reverence for the liturgy and the Cathedral’s role as a sacred space.
• Team-Player – works well with colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• Safeguarding-Focused – committed to creating and maintaining a safe environment for all Cathedral users.
Why This Role Matters
The Choir Verger is a key part of the Cathedral’s daily rhythm, ensuring worship is conducted with dignity, order, and welcome. Through a balance of practical service, hospitality, and flexibility, this role supports the Cathedral’s mission to be a place of prayer, beauty, and community for all who enter.
Southwark Cathedral is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer. We believe in promoting and building a diverse and inclusive team, and workplace, culture and governance structures that are welcoming to and respectful of all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified people whatever their ethnicity, background, age, disability, long term condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Safeguarding is at the core of all we do. We follow best practice for Safer Recruitment.
Appointment to this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and the successful completion of safeguarding training.
Terms and Conditions
Working Hours
The working hours shall be 35 per hours a week (exclusive of meal breaks), normally consisting of five 8-hour shifts. Shifts operate between 07.00-23.00hrs seven days a week. When the needs of the Cathedral demand, you may be expected to work at such times outside those normal hours as may be necessary for the property completion of your duties.
Annual Leave
25 days paid leave per annum including statutory bank holidays and an extra day at Christmas. After 10 years’ service, an additional 5 days paid leave (pro-rata).
Probation
The appointment is subject to the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.
Season ticket loan
Once the probationary period has been completed satisfactorily, the person appointed will be eligible to take out a season ticket loan.
Pension
The person appointed will be eligible to join a defined contributions pension scheme managed by the Church Workers Pension Fund. The Cathedral will contribute half of the annual premium of 10% of salary.
Working Expenses
Reasonable out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed.
Privacy Notice For more information on how Southwark Cathedral processes applicant data, please refer to our HR Privacy Notice on the Vacancies page on the Cathedral website.
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For 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service leavers, veterans, and their families in building successful civilian careers. We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs, and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.
By working for FEC, you will become part of a vibrant team living the charity’s values: Expert, Supportive, Passionate, Open and Honest, Resilient, and Collaborative.
Brief role description
The Employment Advisor - Families will provide holistic employment and training advice and guidance to a diverse caseload of military partners/spouses (both serving and veteran), supporting their personal development and enhancing employability skills until they achieve their desired outcomes. The role is Home-based with community outreach and travel through Glasgow covering Scotland area.
The role part of Families programme, where the programme offers 1:1 virtual and face-to-face sessions, in-person group workshops, access to employer events, apprenticeships, digital upskilling, and corporate mentoring.
As part of effective case management, they will: assess individual needs, identify any challenges and barriers and create effective action plans, following the FEC policies, procedures, and Work Instructions.
Interested? Want to know more about the Charity? Check out our website.
Eager to know more about the role? Have a look at the Job Description attached
What’s in it for you? Check out our Benefits.
Have we convinced you to apply? If so, submit your CV and Covering Letter by Wednesday, 19 November 2025.
Got questions about the role? Get in touch with the People Team
Please note: Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert; therefore, we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.
If you are an internal applicant, please ensure you have made The People Team aware before applying.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by fostering an inclusive, supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop, and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
We provide life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their spouses, partners and Children
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A little bit about the role
Location: Hybrid, 2 days a week expected in our London Office. Those living outside the M25 can opt to not receive London Office Allowance and agree a more flexible office attendance pattern at offer stage.
Salary: £59,087.34 (£63,219.29 inclusive of London Office Allowance) plus competitive pension
Please note that this role will be closing on Monday 10 November at 9am.
You will be working within the Curriculum Team which sits within the Chief Social Worker directorate. The team oversees the design and development of Frontline’s programmes, including the Approach Social Work three-year master’s programme and our in-house practice education training known as the Consultant Social Worker (CSW) programme.
The Curriculum Team is responsible for delivering teaching and learning to participants, designing and delivering assessment, marking, moderation and ensuring that robust quality assurance processes are in place. The Curriculum Team works very closely with a variety of teams including, but not limited to Delivery, Programme Management, Academic Registry, Partnerships and university partners.
The Principal Curriculum Lead for Practice Education and Social Worker Development will be responsible for Practice Education and social worker development, providing strategic leadership and academic direction for the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Practice Education CSW Programme and other training for students and qualified social workers.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Provide vision and leadership for our Practice Education provision, ensuring programmes reflect professional standards, innovation, and best practice.
- Lead curriculum design and enhancement to maintain academic rigor, coherence, and alignment with PEPS 1 and 2 and Social Work England requirements.
- Lead and teach across the CSW practice education programme and Master’s Dissertation module, embedding innovative and research-informed pedagogy and contribute to teaching and assessment across other programmes.
- Maintain current knowledge of social work education, pedagogy, and practice through research and scholarship.
A little bit about you
We are looking for a qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England (SWE) who has a masters’ degree in social work or a related discipline, with substantial experience in social work practice and higher education teaching. You’ll have strong leadership and management skills, with an excellent understanding of social work values, ethics and professional practice frameworks including a strong commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and social justice.
We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own.
If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you.
Important information
We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.
We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ‘ChatGPT’ etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will.
We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!
This role is ineligible for sponsorship and so all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
To make life better for children at risk of harm, by improving the services that support them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Herts Young Homeless is an independent charity and has been supporting vulnerable people in Hertfordshire since 1998. We are professional, passionate, collaborative and supportive charity that provides guidance to everyone who is in need of support.
The successful candidate willdeliver a high-quality service to young people aged 16–17 and their families across Hertfordshire, working alongside the Family Link Work and Mediation services to prevent family breakdown and reduce repeat homelessness. They will also support the wider team and work collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure the service achieves its key performance indicators (KPIs).
What will you be doing?
Lead the hyh Hub, overseeing its day-to-day operations and ensuring the effective delivery of services. The Hub acts as a gateway for young people aged 16–17 to access hyh’s prevention services. In this role, you will build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, partners, and commissioners, while supporting the recruitment, training, and professional development of Advice & Information and Admin Workers. You will also monitor outcomes and produce reports for the leadership team and funders to demonstrate impact and inform future service development.
What will the role involve:
- Leadership of the Advice and Infromation Team
- Service Delivery offering advice and options to young people, family members and professionals to prevent amily breakdown and homelessness.
- Partnership and Stakeholder Mangement
- Full job description attached and avaialble on our website.
Please apply via the link on the vacancy found on our website submitting a cover letter or a short video along with your CV . If you require any adjustments to support your application please let us know and we will be happy to help where we can.Closing Date 29th October 2025
Recruitment morning will be held on 6th November 2025 that will involve a variety of group based and individual tasks following by a competency interview. and if successful there will be a personal interview stage held on a date to be confirmed.
Should you need any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment day please confirm upon receipt of invitation.
Equal Opportunities
We treat everyone with equal dignity and respect, and promote equal opportunity for all and challenge any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any person on the grounds of race, colour, sex, marital status, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or any other perceived difference.
hyh strives to be an equal opportunities and inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Our promise to you
Herts Young Homeless promises to act with the upmost integrity and respect when it comes to handling your data and will not share your details with any other client without 1) discussing the opportunity with you first and 2) without your verbal or written consent for us to do so.
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The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you are able to empower people every day to develop their skills and move towards independence? Do you enjoy working in an environment where every day is different to the next? Then this could be the role for you.
BCP Housing First supports individuals aged 18 and over, who have high support needs and a history of long term rough sleeping and homelessness. Our aim is to give them a home of their own, where they can regain stability, safety, and support. We work in partnership with BCP council and all support services within BCP, this helps us deliver a strength based, person-centred approach, creating a positive environment to help them sustain a home.
Our dedicated team provides intensive one to one support to help our clients achieve their goals, everything we do is to coach and empower our clients to eventually achieve independent living.
If you love working with people and are looking for a role where you can make a real difference in the lives of those you support, then this is the role for you!
About the role
As our Homeless Recovery Worker, you will lead on the case management of clients and be part of a team that provides accommodation based and community support services to clients to keep them safe and help them achieve their goals. The role will provide people with homes and specialist support, so they feel more valued and secure, and ready to take the next steps.
Further information:
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This role will require an Enhanced with Barred List(s) disclosure and barring service check is a requirement for this role. This would be completed on appointment of the role
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This role will require a full drivers’ licence and access to a vehicle
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This role will require you to work flexibly across several sites
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This role will require you to work with clients on a one-to-one basis
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This role will require you to work nights and/or weekends
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This role will require you to lone work
About you
You will have:
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Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
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Clear verbal and written English
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Good keyboard skills for data inputting
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Good working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word
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Confident and assertive manner
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Ability to self-motivate as you will work on your own
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Effective team working
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Ability to respond calmly to crisis
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Deal promptly with and effectively react to challenging situations
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Have an interest and genuine concern for homelessness and related issues
Experience of managing a caseload of clients along with of risk assessment and person-centred, outcomes-based delivery would be preferable although not essential.
An understanding of the support needs of people experiencing homelessness or those with complex needs would also be beneficial
We reserve the right to close our adverts early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Two Saints is committed to safeguarding and safer recruitment. We carry out pre--employment checks such as DBS checks, Overseas police checks (where appropriate), reference checks, and CV gap querying for all new staff members.
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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.
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We are looking for an experienced Regional Opperations Lead, to coordination all aspects of the StreetDoctors operations within the Wales and South West Region and to ensure our programmes are fit for the future.
We are an award-winning national charity which trains over 17,000 young people affected by street violence each year in emergency first-aid through a team of 250 healthcare volunteers and youth workers. We empower young people with the skills to become part of the solution to violence by developing the skills and confidence to save lives and increasing their understanding of the medical and psychological consequences of violence.
As the StreetDoctors lead for the Region, you will provide leadership in partnership development, volunteer management, the delivery of training and maintaining quality standards.
The key areas of focus include:
- To create, develop and maintain partnerships with a range of organisations including, funders, commissioners, community organisations, criminal justice organisations, education providers and youth organisations.
- To develop and manage engaged volunteers and youth workers and ensure their expectations are aligned to the organisation's objectives and provide the best volunteering experience possible.
- To ensure the quantity and quality of training sessions and projects meet the required targets and new opportunities are maximised.
At StreetDoctors we believe diversity supports innovation and creativity. We are committed to equality of opportunity, being inclusive, and being representative of the people we are here to support. We would therefore encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds.
Registered Charity
11 - 20
To empower young people through training to keep safe, save lives and be part of the solution to street violence.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you interested in developing your skills in a role that makes a lasting difference to the lives of women in Bristol?
Join the Bristol Women’s Pathway (*women only) as a Duty Worker. This post is offered as a fixed term contract until August 2026.
This service provides, trauma-informed accommodation and housing related support for women at a critical time in their lives. Our residents have complex needs have experienced homelessness and are fleeing or at risk of domestic and gender-based violence. We work with a recovery-based approach, offering a safe space for women to rebuild their lives.
in the rewarding role of Duty Worker, you’ll gain valuable experience working alongside a dedicated team to deliver a safe, inclusive, and high-quality service. You’ll be the first point of contact at reception, helping create a welcoming and supportive environment. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the day-to-day running of the project.
- Managing reception duties, including phones, access, and basic client support.
- Maintaining communal and office spaces.
- Coordinating health & safety checks and admin tasks.
- Providing person-centred support to residents.
- Working a weekly shift rota (including early/evening shifts, weekends, and bank holidays).
About You
This is a brilliant opportunity if you're looking to grow your career in the sector, many of our current managers began as Duty Workers, so why not take that first step?
We’d love to hear from you if you bring:
- Great communication skills and some experience providing a service to others - whether in retail, hospitality, care, or community work you’ll be able to engage with people in a busy environment.
- Empathy and understanding of the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness.
- A genuine interest in supporting vulnerable women to make positive changes in their lives.
- Solid organisational skills, with basic IT and admin capability.
- A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and grow.
- We actively welcome applications from people with lived experience. We value the positive impact and important insight this can have on the work that we do at St Mungo’s
*For posts in our Women’s service for genuine occupational requirement reasons we are looking to appoint a female only for these posts (exemption under the Equality Act 2010 Part 1 Schedule 9).
How to apply
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
Closing date: 10 am on 4 November 2025
Interview and assessments on: 19-20 November 2025
St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.
What we offer
- Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
- A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
- Great Pay and Other Benefits
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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.
Registered Charity
21 - 50
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.
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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 Recovery Worker to play a pivotal role in our Complex Needs Service in East Acton.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
The role empowers service users to manage their wellbeing, build independence, and achieve personal goals through tailored support and co-produced plans. It involves liaising with external agencies, facilitating group and community-based activities, and promoting social inclusion.
The position ensures users understand and engage with the service, while actively monitoring safety and wellbeing. Team collaboration and flexibility are essential to meeting service goals and maintaining high standards of care.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for:
You bring strong experience supporting individuals with mental health and/or dual diagnosis issues, gained through paid and/or voluntary roles. You have developed a deep understanding of the challenges faced by people with a range of mental health conditions and know how to communicate with empathy, dignity, and respect, fostering trust and engagement.
Your knowledge of relevant mental health legislation, including the Care Programme Approach (CPA), enables you to navigate complex systems and advocate effectively for those you support. You work in alignment with the principles of recovery, applying a range of recovery-focused approaches that empower individuals to take control of their own wellbeing and progress.
You are equally confident working collaboratively as part of a team or independently, showing initiative and leadership, particularly in the induction and support of volunteers. With good IT skills and proficiency in MS Word, Outlook, and the internet, you maintain clear and accurate records and communication. Your strong literacy and numeracy skills support effective reporting and documentation.
You demonstrate the ability to manage and de-escalate challenging behaviour with calmness, professionalism, and a non-judgemental, anti-discriminatory approach. Flexible and reliable, you are willing to work unsociable hours, including early and late shifts and occasional weekends, to meet service needs.
You have a solid understanding of safeguarding principles and the ability to respond appropriately to concerns, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all
individuals. With a solution-focused mindset, you approach challenges constructively, working collaboratively toward problem-solving. Above all, you maintain an optimistic outlook, believing in the capacity for change and the potential for growth in every individual you support.
When will I be working?
You will be working Monday to Thursday 09:00 to 17:30 and Friday 09:00 to 16:30
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 employ
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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.
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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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Birmingham and Solihull Women’s aid have for over 45 years supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. Could you be a part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse?
The region’s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop in and and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area.
Projects supports women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have staff offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender based violence issues.
We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team of workers, all of us passionate about the vital and valuable work we do to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls.
Key Responsibilities
To work as part of a team to provide emotional and practical support to women and children affected by violence and abuse through our Early Intervention hub and helpline service
Specific community language posts are also available for this role. Please indicate in the supporting evidence if you would be interested in the language post
Experience Required
Experience of providing practical and emotional support to women and children affected by domestic violence
Experience of offering advice and information and advocating for service users on a range of issues including homelessness, benefits, legal, social welfare issues etc.
Experience of developing and maintaining effective working relationships with external agencies
Experience of working within safeguarding guidelines to protect and promote the well-being of children and vulnerable adults
Benefits
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31 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
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Up to 6% matched pension contribution
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Free access to Employee Assistance Programme
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Life Assurance scheme while in employment (a lump sum of 4 times salary)
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Health Cash Plan scheme available to all employees from day one
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Successful candidates may have the opportunity to work under hybrid working arrangements, subject to the role and to the terms of our Hybrid Working Policy
BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have equal chance at being considered for our jobs. Should you be unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact our recruitment team.
These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is at 12 noon on 6th November 2025. Interviews will take place in the weeks commencing 17th November 2025
Thank you!
Birmingham and Solihull Women’s aid have for over 45 years supported women and children with services around domestic violence and abuse. Could you be a part of our team as we continue our mission to end domestic violence and abuse?
The region’s leading charity in tackling violence against women and girls, BSWA offers a helpline, webchat, drop in and and community support as well as emergency accommodation in six refuges across the area.
Projects supports women in the criminal justice system, in healthcare settings, and throughout the community, offering support to women and children experiencing domestic violence. Alongside this, we also have staff offering training and consultancy to businesses and health and social care professionals alike, raising awareness on gender based violence issues.
We seek like-minded women to join our enthusiastic team of workers, all of us passionate about the vital and valuable work we do to support women and children who have experienced domestic abuse, and tackling the wider issues of violence against women and girls.
Key Responsibilities
To assist the refuge manager in the day-to-day running of the refuge, developing and delivering a front line service offering support, advice and guidance to women and their children living in the refuge.
*BSWA provides safe secure accommodation to some of the most vulnerable women and children therefore in order to ensure we provide maximum support and safety it is essential that our service is available to them 24/7. We do this through operating an on-site rota that covers weekends, evenings and bank holidays as well as a 24 hour call out system
EXPERIENCE:
Experience of providing practical and emotional support to women and children affected by domestic violence
Experience of offering advice and information and advocating for service users on a range of issues including homelessness, benefits, legal, social welfare issues etc.
Experience of developing and maintaining effective working relationships with external agencies
Experience of working within safeguarding guidelines to protect and promote the well-being of children and vulnerable adults
Benefits
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31 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
-
Up to 6% matched pension contribution
-
Free access to Employee Assistance Programme
-
Life Assurance scheme while in employment (a lump sum of 4 times salary)
-
Cycle to Work scheme
-
Health Cash Plan scheme available to all employees from day one
-
Successful candidates may have the opportunity to work under hybrid working arrangements, subject to the role and to the terms of our Hybrid Working Policy
BSWA is a Disability Confident Employer. We want everyone to have equal chance at being considered for our jobs. Should you be unable to submit your application online and would prefer an alternative method, or you are experiencing another barrier to completing your application, please contact our recruitment team.
These posts are covered by a Genuine Occupational Requirement (Schedule 9; Equality Act 2010) and women only need apply.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is at 12 noon on 6th November 2025. Interviews will take place in the weeks commencing 17th November 2025
Thank you!
The Commonweal Trust is continuing to develop an exciting project to help activists discover and use the peace and nonviolence resources which make up the Commonweal Collection, an independent specialist library housed securely at the J.B. Priestley Library, University of Bradford..
We are recruiting for a Collection Development Worker to join our team who will work with the print Commonweal Collection and, through development of a digital strategy, increase the use and visibility of the Collection. This post also includes funding for a 60 hour discrete scoping project linking the resources on the Civil Resistance.info bibliography with the physical resources in the Collection. This role will work in collaboration with the Bradford Peace Museum at Saltaire and the J.B. Priestley Library, University of Bradford.
Collection Development Worker: Primary purpose of the role
To manage the Commonweal Collection, including responsibility for digital strategy, in order to provide access to resources for activist individuals and organisations, and increase nonviolent action within movements for positive social change.
Duties and responsibilitie:
The post-holder acts as the main point of contact for the Collection and is resonsible for ensuring it is is up-to-date and accessible. The intial focus of this fixed term contract is to build on work already undertaken with the print collection by scoping a digital strategy linking the Commonweal Collection to the CivilResistance.info website building on its role as a rich source of materials to inspire, support and informactivists seeking nonviolent transformative change.
- To liaise closely with the J.B Priestley Library, including with its Special Collections archive.
- To undertake a discrete scoping project (60 hours) on integrating the work of the CivilResistance.info website and Commonweal Collection ahead of future funding and development.
- To manage, maintain and develop the physical Commonweal Collection and updating the online library management system.
- To develop and implement a digital strategy for Commonweal to ensure Commonweal resources reach national and international audiences.
- To work with the Outreach Worker to develop emotionally engaging resources on nonviolence that speak to a diversity of traditions, so that people learn practical ways to puruse change and maintain hope.
- To update the Commonweal website and its social media/online presence, including responsibility for the Commonweal blog, in collaboration with the Outreach Worker.
- To support the Outreach Worker as needed, to include work with volunteers and maintaining Commonweal's visibility within the Peace Museum premises.
- To ensure that the Collection is engaging and accessible to activists and organisations from diverse backgrounds, with a focus on what nonviolence means to different communities and under-represented perspectives.
- Reporting to the Commonweal Trust board,
- Monitoring and evaluating the use of the physical collecion and online presence.
- Any other tasks which you might reasonably be asked to do,
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
We're looking for an analytical, collaborative, and adaptable Data Integration Specialist to join our Performance Team located at our Head Office in Islington.
£45,000.00 - £50,000.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Want to feel like you have an exciting future? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
- Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
- Free DBS
- Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
- Fully paid induction programme and further training
- ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
- Online wellbeing resources
- A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
- Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
As a Data Integration Specialist you will play a key role in ensuring the success of Look Ahead's Move Forward transformation programme where we are currently adopting several new systems and integration structure in the next 12 months.
This role is as much about stakeholder engagement s it is about the technical credits, and will suit applicants with a firm knowledge of data management frameworks as well as experience in project management in a data or IT setting.
You will support the organisation to manage information securely and effectively, and your work will help drive the success of our data strategy.
Look Ahead offers a hybrid working environment. The post holder will work at our Headquarters in Caledonian Road at least two days per week (Mondays and Thursdays).
For a full job description, please visit our website.
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
- We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
- We focus on Excellence and innovation.
- We are Caring and Compassionate.
- We are Inclusive and Trusted.
We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.
Thank you!
Department: Adult Services
Salary: £29,132.25 Pro rata
Hours: 18.75
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Are you an experienced support worker ready to take the next step into a leadership role?
We’re looking for a skilled and confident Support Lead to join our Wandsworth Floating Support team. You’ll provide hands-on support to clients while supervising a team of Support Workers, ensuring the service delivers high-quality, person-centred support that promotes independence and recovery.
You will:
- Provide supervision, guidance and appraisals for Support Workers
- Work directly with a small caseload to model effective support
- Support service users with tenancy sustainment, recovery, and wellbeing
- Lead on complex support or tenancy breach issues
- Support recruitment, staff induction, training and performance development
- Ensure accurate recording of outcomes and contract performance indicators
- Build effective working relationships with internal teams and external agencies
- Collaborate with the Community Lead Manager to deliver service targets
- Contribute to team culture, best practices and continuous improvement
You are:
- Experienced in mental health or housing-related support services
- Able to supervise and develop a frontline team
- Person-centred, with strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Confident managing risk, support plans, and complex casework
- Knowledgeable in safeguarding, tenancy rights, and support frameworks
- Skilled in working collaboratively with a wide range of professionals
- Organised, proactive and values-driven
About us:
We’re a leading community-based organisation dedicated to providing outstanding mental health support and clinical interventions across London. Our experienced clinically led teams are focused on directly addressing a range of mental health needs in our communities. We combine innovative solutions with decades of local community knowledge to empower people to live the life they choose. We partner with the NHS and local authorities to deliver clinically driven frontline services with fantastic outcomes. We focus on early intervention and prevention, targeting mental health conditions at the most cost-effective stage, while also supporting people with moderate to severe mental health needs across our communities.
Benefits:
- Hybrid-working if nature of role permits
- Learning and development opportunities
- Cycle to work scheme (interest free lone paid back 12 months period)
- Employee Assistance Programme A 24-hour helpline from Health Assured to support you through any of life’s issues or problems
- Free eye test
- Flexible working
- Interest free loan, those in financial hardship
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