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About the role
We are seeking a Risk and Compliance Manager to play a key role in strengthening MAP’s governance, risk management and compliance frameworks. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Risk and Compliance, you’ll lead the day-to-day implementation of risk assessments, compliance checks, policy oversight, and due diligence processes. This is a cross-functional role working closely with teams in the UK and field offices to ensure regulatory and donor compliance, ethical conduct, and risk awareness across the organisation.
About you
You’ll bring at least five years’ experience in risk, compliance or audit, ideally within the charity or humanitarian sector. You’ll have excellent analytical, communication, and training delivery skills, with a solid understanding of compliance frameworks, donor regulations, and ethical standards. A relevant qualification or certification (e.g. IRM, ICA) is highly desirable. Arabic language skills are a plus.
If you are a proctive, values-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about upholding integrity and accountability in humanitarian work, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Risk Management
• Maintain and regularly update the corporate risk register and support country teams in localised risk
identification and tracking.
• Facilitate risk assessment workshops and training for staff on identifying, analysing, and mitigating
operational and strategic risks.
• Monitor and analyse trends in incidents, near misses, and vulnerabilities to inform continuous risk
mitigation efforts.
Regulatory and Donor Compliance
• Conduct internal compliance reviews and targeted spot checks to assess adherence to donor, legal,
and internal policy requirements.
• Monitor compliance with safeguarding, anti-fraud, anti-terrorism, sanctions (e.g. OFSI), and other
critical MAP policies.
• Provide compliance and risk-related input during proposal development, programme design, and
donor reporting cycles.
Due Diligence Oversight
• Lead due diligence assessments for partners, suppliers, and grantees, ensuring alignment with MAP’s
Due Diligence Framework.
• Conduct follow-up reviews and verification checks, and support teams in completing and
documenting appropriate due diligence procedures.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements of MAP’s due diligence tools and processes and deliver
relevant training and guidance to implementing teams.
Policy and Procedure Oversight
• Assist the Deputy Director of Risk and Compliance in drafting, reviewing, and updating MAP’s risk
and compliance-related policies.
• Ensure policies are rolled out effectively, understood, and consistently applied across all
departments and country offices.
Training and Capacity Building
• Deliver awareness and induction training on risk management, compliance, and ethical conduct to all
staff.
• Coordinate regular refresher sessions and support field and HQ teams in building their compliance
and risk management capacity.
Reporting and Advice
• Prepare regular reports, dashboards, and analysis on the status of compliance, risk trends, and
mitigation progress for senior management.
• Advise staff and managers on compliance-related issues, policy interpretation, ethical dilemmas, and
practical risk mitigation strategies.
• Escalate significant risks or non-compliance concerns to the Deputy Director of Risk and Compliance
in a timely and clear manner.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience:
•Professional Qualification: Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline. A compliance or riskrelated certification (e.g. IRM, ICA) is desirable.
•Risk & Compliance Experience: Minimum 5 years in a compliance, risk management or audit role.
Experience working with internal policy enforcement, donor regulations, or NGO legal compliance.
•Controls & Policy: Demonstrated experience implementing policy oversight or contributing to compliance frameworks. exposure to safeguarding, GDPR, or anti-bribery requirements.
•Sector Knowledge: Familiarity with development, humanitarian or regulated NGO settings is beneficial.
Skills and Knowledge:
• Language Proficiency:
oFluent in English, both written and spoken.
oArabic is an advantage for field communications.
•Governance, Risk & Controls: Understanding of risk assessments, compliance audits and governance
best practices.
•Regulatory Compliance: Awareness of charity law, donor compliance, and safeguarding.
•Analytical Skills: Ability to evaluate processes and detect gaps or inefficiencies.
•Communication: Strong writing and presentation abilities.
•Organisation & IT: Capable of managing multiple tasks and confident with Excel, SharePoint, and policy
tracking systems.
Personal Attributes and Other Requirements:
• Integrity: Demonstrates confidentiality, neutrality and professional ethics.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Works effectively with global colleagues and understands context-specific risk
dynamics.
• Proactivity: Acts on issues and flags concerns early.
• Travel: Open to limited international travel as required.
• Alignment: Belief in MAP’s mission, with commitment to equity and humanitarian principles.
This job description is not exhaustive and is intended as a guide to the role. It will be reviewed periodically and
may be amended to meet the evolving needs of Medical Aid for Palestinians. The Head of Internal Audit will be
expected to operate in line with any organisational policies and procedures and to uphold MAP’s ethos of
dignity, accountability, and solidarity in all areas of work
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About The Connection at St Martin’s
We believe that no one should have to sleep rough on London’s streets, and that everyone should get the support they need to find a place to call home. We get to know every person we work with, understanding what they need to recover, helping them build on their strengths, and supporting them to find their own way home. Help us make London a city where no one sleeps rough on our streets.
London’s diversity is its biggest asset and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London’s diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.
We particularly encourage applications from candidates with lived experience of homelessness who we believe are an essential asset in our sector.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome the opportunity to consider flexible working arrangements.
About the Role
- You will ensure the smooth running of all Board meetings and activities, through administrative support to the Board of Trustees and Corporate Services team. This will include attendance at all quarterly board meetings and some subcommittee meetings.
- As well as ensuring practical arrangements are in place for the meetings, you will work closely with the board of trustees and relevant managers, to ensure that actions are completed to ensure the board is running at maximum effectivity.
- You will also be responsible for ensuring legal compliance with our governance systems, and maintaining CSTM’s policy audit.
- You will have excellent organisational and administrative skills, as well as being comfortable working with trustees and supporting and liaising with employees of all levels. Previous governance experience is desirable, but we are looking for the right candidate so training will be provided. You will have experience in providing administrative support with excellent IT, interpersonal, minute taking and organisational skills.
- This role is 4 days per week (28 hours). There is a requirement to attend all quarterly board meetings in person. Board meetings and subcommittee meetings are usually held outside of usual working hours. Time off in Lieu (TOIL) will be given for any meetings attended scheduled outside of your usual working hours.
Full job description can be found on our website
Salary: £23,815 (£29,769 pro rata)
Closing Date: Tuesday 5th August 2025
Interview Date: Tuesday 12th August 2025
Our Benefits
· 30 days holiday plus bank holidays
· Generous training budget, plus an annual personal training budget
· Enhanced Sick Pay Policy
· Enhanced family friendly policies
· Day off for moving house
· Hybrid working (depending on role requirements)
· Pension – 5% Employer, 3% Employee
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Season Ticket Loan
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Reward Gateway (access to discount vouchers and cashback at the UK’s favourite retailers)
We are a London Living Wage employer
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The Bridge is seeking a values-driven Programme Manager to lead the design and delivery of impactful, community-rooted projects that uplift women’s voices and challenge inequality
Job title: Programme Manager
Department: Projects
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Reports to: Head of Programmes
Time commitment: Full-time (35 hours per week) with some evening and weekend work
Reports: No direct reports but the post holder will co-ordinate the work of volunteers, facilitators and other staff working on projects
Contract type: Permanent - Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Location: London Bridge – option to work 1 day a week from home
About the role
This is a hands-on, people-focused role at the heart of our programme delivery. As Programme Manager, you’ll work closely with communities, colleagues, volunteers, and partners to co-create and deliver meaningful programmes that centre on women’s voices and lived experience.
You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day running of projects — from design and facilitation through to coordination, evaluation, and reporting. The role involves a high level of collaboration across departments and with external partners, as well as ongoing work with participants and volunteers to ensure our programmes are inclusive, responsive, and impactful.
You’ll be at the forefront of delivery: holding safe, welcoming spaces; supporting others to take on facilitation roles; and helping build confidence and leadership among women involved in our work. At the same time, you’ll ensure strong systems, clear communication, and smooth operations across every stage of a programme — including the coordination of all logistics, administration, and communications needed to make programme delivery run effectively. As the work is people-focused and often deeply personal, you’ll need to feel confident navigating sensitive conversations, responding to complex situations with care, and creating space for trust and honesty.
This role would suit someone grounded in values that centre lived experience, challenge inequality, and uplift women’s voices — someone who is passionate about working alongside women, committed to social justice, and energised by collaboration, care, and collective learning.
Key responsibilities
Programme & Project leadership
· Support & lead on the design, development and delivery of new and existing programmes and events aligned with the charity’s strategic objectives
· Work closely with Head of Programmes and other departments to translate strategy into bold, creative actions that centre women's voices and lived experience
· Work closely with Head of Programmes and other departments to embed co-production principles across all programme initiatives/ co-produce initiatives with participants and stakeholders, ensuring relevance and impact.
· Initiate and conduct research into topics including public health, gender inequality, and women’s health to inform and inspire programme development.
· Facilitate and host workshops and group sessions; hold inclusive and safe spaces for women, while supporting others (e.g., volunteers, project members) to take on facilitation roles themselves.
· Proactively bring forward ideas, test new approaches, and continuously improve the effectiveness of the charity’s work.
· Collaborate across departments, drawing on the full range of team skills and perspectives to identify opportunities and create programmes that are innovative and cohesive.
· Be an active, visible member of the team who contributes ideas, shares learning, and helps foster a culture of genuine collaboration, deep passion for our mission, celebration of achievements, and openness to learning from mistakes.
Community, Partnerships & Influence
· Build and nurture meaningful partnerships with local organisations, health and social care providers, academic institutions, and networks to strengthen our reach and influence.
· Develop strong, trust-based relationships with programme participants, recognising and building on their strengths, supporting their progression into volunteer or facilitator roles, and embedding co-production principles into project delivery.
· Champion an asset-based approach that values lived experience and empowers women to take active roles in shaping and delivering programmes.
· Cultivate a strong, supportive relationship with volunteers, ensuring they feel valued, included, and part of the charity’s wider mission.
· Represent the charity at events, networks, and forums to champion our mission and contribute to wider conversations about gender equity and health.
· Contribute to the cultural and social change needed to challenge injustice and empower women.
· Seek out and engage with opportunities to shape research, contribute to thought leadership, and drive systemic change.
Monitoring, Learning & Evaluation
· Support with the design and management of frameworks for monitoring and evaluating programme outcomes, using tools such as Theory of Change and wellbeing indicators (e.g., WEMWBS).
· Gather and analyse data and feedback (qualitative and quantitative) from all stakeholders to inform adaptive programme delivery and report to funders.
· Produce high-quality reports, case studies, and evidence to demonstrate impact to funders and inform future work.
Marketing & Communications
· Work with Head of Programmes and Marketing teams to highlight the success and stories emerging from programme work.
· Write blogs, contribute to content creation, and ensure programme outcomes are shared with wider audiences in compelling, accessible ways.
· Ensure feedback and participant quotes are used meaningfully to build visibility and engagement.
· Ensure that all relevant programme information — including upcoming activities, events, and opportunities — is communicated clearly and in a timely manner to the appropriate teams or platforms, to support strong marketing, effective recruitment, and maximum engagement.
People Management
· Line manage staff, volunteers and project facilitators, providing clear expectations, supportive supervision, and development opportunities.
· Create a culture that is inclusive, supportive, and inspiring – empowering others to lead and grow.
· Support the wellbeing of all staff and volunteers, with an understanding of the specific health experiences and barriers faced by women.
Funding & Finance
· Develop and monitor programme budgets and work with the Head of Programmes to report against spend.
· Work with SLT to support with research and applications for funding opportunities to support programme delivery and financial sustainability.
· Manage relationships with funders and corporate partners, reporting on outcomes and impact.
Policy, Safeguarding & Organisational Development
- Be an active contributor to the charity’s safeguarding team, playing a role in creating safe, inclusive spaces for all participants and staff.
- Support the implementation of all organisational policies — not only by adhering to them but by actively identifying areas for improvement, sharing feedback, and contributing to policy development.
- Stay up to date with best practice in safeguarding, boundaries, mental health support, and inclusive, trauma-informed practice, and help ensure these are embedded in programme delivery and team culture.
Data Protection, administration and programme coordination
- Oversee the secure collection and storage of data, ensuring full compliance with GDPR.
- Implement and manage CRM systems relevant to programme delivery.
- Ensure the smooth, effective and compliant delivery of all programmes, activities, and events, with a strong focus on quality, coordination, and attention to detail.
- Act as a key contact for programme/project enquiries and coordinate logistics such as booking facilitators, venues, equipment, and refreshments.
- Liaise with participants, facilitators, and volunteers before, during and after programme delivery to ensure a seamless and supportive experience.
- Ensure all relevant paperwork and digital documentation — including EDI monitoring forms, feedback, and volunteer information — is completed, stored securely, and remains compliant with GDPR and organisational standards.
- Manage relationships with external facilitators, including onboarding, contracts, payment processing, and quality assurance.
- Coordinate across departments (e.g. marketing, community engagement, operations) to ensure strong internal communication and the effective promotion and delivery of all programmes.
- Maintain accurate programme records, track progress against plans, and ensure that systems are in place for smooth programme operations.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
- Ensure all programmes are inclusive and reflect the diversity of the communities we work with.
- Regularly review EDI data and work with the team to remove barriers to participation.
- Identify gaps and opportunities to enhance inclusivity and challenge systemic inequality in programme delivery.
How to apply:
Please submit a CV and cover letter (of no more than 2 pages) through the Charity Job website. We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted. Final date for submission is 02/07/2025
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Job Title: VAWG/IDVA Complex Needs and Multiple Disadvantage Advocate
ABOUT US
Hopscotch works hard to support women and families facing racial and gender inequity in London. We are proudly anti-racist and anti-misogynist. We take our trauma informed practice seriously, both with service users and within the organisation. We also run a successful Homecare service, with Care Workers supporting vulnerable people in south Camden who draw on care.
WHY HOPSCOTCH?
o Great, supportive culture and values, with low turnover and high levels of contentment
o You will want to work in an environment which is inclusive and non-judgemental. It’s a chance to challenge the status quo and not settle for what isn’t working
o You’ll love being a part of a diverse and vibrant team which has positivity, creativity and problem-solving values and where all voices are heard
o Your dedication will have a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need
o Be with an employer who is a signatory of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant (EDAC) – a pledge by businesses to support employees who are survivors of violence
o 25 days annual leave for full time employees, increasing after 5 years employment, with additional paid office closure between Christmas and New Year. Hopscotch believes we all deserve quality time to focus on our friends and family and most importantly, ourselves at this time
o Occupational sick leave
o Regular internal and clinical supervision with qualified therapists
The Role
· Assertive outreach casework with very vulnerable women
· Responsible for supporting three women in the Borough of Camden
· Intensive support for complex needs with service users with a history of non-engagement with services
Accountabilities:
Casework
· Solution-focused casework interventions with women who have experienced VAWG and severe and multiple disadvantage
· Provide emotional support using a trauma informed approach
· Build and maintain supportive relationships with ethnically Minoritised women
· Ensure ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with service users within an attitude of ‘positive risk taking’
· Provide support with life skills, including practical assistance where skills are not yet developed
· Maintain accurate case notes and up to date records
· Contribute to the completion of outcomes reports and funding returns
· Complete all documents when support work commences and keep up to date with any changing risks to or from the woman.
· Risk assess situations in the moment, act calmly, professionally and be ready to remove self from/ call 999 in situations that appear too high risk to remain in
Advocacy and support service
· Empower women to access benefits and services they need
· Involve service users in the design, development and delivery of the service
Multi-agency
· Engage with a wide range of professionals (some of whom may have very different approaches to problem solving) through a multi-agency approach, and advocate to agencies on behalf of the Project and its service users
· Promote coordinated, joined-up service delivery for service users between violence against women services and drug and alcohol agencies, mental health, housing, health and legal agencies.
· Contribute to a service-wide communications plan and ensure that information about the service is widely available locally to other agencies and is also readily accessible to potential service users
· Educate a wide range of agencies and stakeholders about the challenges faced by women experiencing multiple disadvantage
· Proactively develop links with local statutory and voluntary organisations to provide a range of engagement opportunities for service users in the community
· Attend and contribute to the Domestic Violence MARAC as appropriate
· Contribute to monitoring and evaluation of the Project
· Be self-motivated to research processes and services in order to fully support and advocate for the women.
· Fully engage with the partner teams and all support and team spaces offered, supporting colleagues with the difficulties they face and celebrating positive outcomes.
Corporate Responsibilities
· Ensure that all Hopscotch and Solace’s policies and procedures are adhered to
· Ensure effective implementation of Hopscotch and Solace’s Equality and Diversity policies and ensure awareness and integration of an equalities and human rights agenda in all your work
· Ensure that the service user is at the heart of all service delivery and development
· Attend all meetings and training relevant to your role
· Act as an ambassador for Hopscotch and Solace
Values, Behaviours & Competencies
· Committed to the purpose of Hopscotch and Solace Women’s Aid, ensuring that the service user is at the heart of service delivery and development
· Feminist in understanding ‘Violence against Women and Girls’
· Committed to fostering innovation and continuous improvement in working practice
· Flexible and open to new challenges, ideas and experiences, and able to be self-reflective
· Committed to understanding diversity and ensuring anti-discriminatory practice is applied in all forms of our work
· Non-judgemental with a commitment to self-care within the team
· Collaborative, building relationships with internal and external partners.
Knowledge, Experience and Skills
· Experience of working within the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Sector, including experience of risk & needs assessment, casework and safety planning with victim-survivors
· Experience of working with people affected by severe and multiple disadvantage: homelessness, substance use, mental health issues, insecure immigration status, prostitution and offending behaviour
· Experience working with minoritized Global Majority women and a diverse staff team applying anti-discriminatory practice
· Experience of building and maintaining partnerships with other agencies
· An excellent understanding of the issues faced by survivors of VAWG, including a knowledge of options for and rights of women experiencing all forms of VAWG
· Awareness of the intersection between severe and multiple disadvantage and VAWG, and a strong understanding of how the intersection of these issues can make it difficult for people to engage with support
· Knowledge of the particular needs of women from diverse communities and the barriers to accessing support faced by women from Global Majority communities
· An understanding of the impact of trauma on women
· A resilient and assertive approach to reaching out to and building trust and positive relationships with women who are experiencing multiple disadvantage and who may present as reluctant to engage and/or may be presenting in crisis
· Ability to provide solution focused advocacy and support
· Ability to advocate successfully within a multi-agency framework
· Ability to critically reflect on own practice and performance and make use of clinical supervision
· Excellent organisational and IT skills including the ability to be self-servicing, use relevant IT packages and maintain an efficient case recording and data reporting system
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Qualifications
· Degree level education and/or IDVA or DAPA qualification (or equivalent experience)
We would love to hear from you
Please send your CV and cover letter – or any questions to to us
Thanks and good luck!
Hopscotch seeks to address racial and gender inequity and empowers women facing this injustice and disadvantage in a culturally sensitive way



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Community Based/Home Working - Hampshire
Permanent, Full Time
Circa £30,000 plus competitive benefits
Do you want to make a difference?
The RAF Benevolent Fund is the leading welfare charity for the RAF. Every year we make a real difference to over 40,000 people who benefit from our services. Working at the Fund is more than sitting at your desk ad in this role you will have the opportunity to be part of our RAF Family. Alongside helping our beneficiaries, we also get to hang out with Spitfires and Typhoons, take part in a Dambusters bike ride, attend events like Royal Ascot, the Chelsea Flower Show, and the Bomber Command Memorial Service. Every day you will make a difference and play your part in changing the lives of others and helping people in the RAF Family get through the toughest of times.
It doesn’t matter how long someone served or when. If they were part of the RAF, they and their family are part of our RAF Family. We will always be here to support them when they need it most.
Join the RAF Family and play your part in making a difference.
Do you want to play a part in what we do?
People are at the heart of what we do. Together we:
· Help reduce social isolation and loneliness among veterans.
· We support ill or injured men and women to have a safe place to call home, a home that meets their specific needs.
· We fund youth services on stations to provide clubs and activities for the children of serving personnel who move every few years.
· We provide grants to help with the cost of living. But this is just a few of the ways we help.
We are seeking an individual to raise awareness of the Fund’s welfare offer amongst social welfare agencies across the West Midlands but also, crucially, to help address the issue of social isolation and feelings of loneliness experienced by some members of the RAF Family.
The post holder will be working with socially isolated individuals to identify meaningfully enriching opportunities to reduce feelings of loneliness, some of whom may have complex and challenging welfare needs, to develop actions plans and coordinate support to overcome any barriers preventing successful connection into these enriching opportunities, assisting them by identifying appropriate support from within the RAF Benevolent Fund and the wider statutory and military charity sector.
The successful candidate will have experience of working in a social welfare role supporting individuals, have strong people and relationship-building skills, as well as empathy with or understanding of the issues affecting the Armed Forces community. Individuals with a social prescribing or working aged veteran support background are encouraged to apply.
This is a community-based position working from home but covering Hampshire, Wiltshire and West Sussex, delivering both remote and face to face support. The candidate must have their own vehicle to use to travel around these regions. Occasional travel to London will be required. The successful candidate for this role will need to be Enhanced DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK.
To apply, please click on this link and send your CV, together with a cover letter detailing why you believe you are suitable for this role, providing examples of how you meet the job profile when you apply through our recruitment portal.
The closing date for applications is Tuesday 29th July 2025, 5.00pm. Interviews will be held on Week commencing 4th August 2025.
A copy of the Fund’s Candidate Privacy Notice can be found on our website. As an equal opportunities employer, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. The Fund takes safeguarding seriously, and appropriate background checks will be completed. You can find out more about our commitment to safeguarding on our website. The RAF Benevolent Fund follows Safer Recruitment practices as it strives to ensure that everyone who comes into contact with the Fund will be protected from harm. The successful candidate for this role will need to be Enhanced DBS checked and prove they have the right to work in the UK. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join the Fund.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is a Registered Charity (No. 1081009).
Our vision is that everyone in our RAF Family – veterans, serving personnel and their families – gets support in their hour of need.
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Do you want to work with a vibrant, dynamic and youth driven organisation that is committed to creating healthy futures for British children by improving the food system?
Be part of the creative, agile and growing team behind Bite Back 2030’s exceptional teenage activists. Join us as our Senior Programmes & Policy Manager, Scotland and contribute to our journey to help make the food system healthier and fairer.
About the Role
This exciting and varied role will kick-start Bite Back's work in Scotland. Please note this is a remote role but the postholder must be based in Scotland. Suiting a self-starter, this new role will lead our schools and local authority programme work in Scotland, whilst also seeking opportunities for young people to influence national food system policy in Scotland.
Responsibilities
The Senior Programmes & Policy Manager is responsible for:
Programme Development and Delivery
● Launching our two popular, fully funded, social action programmes in Scotland: Bite Back in Schools and Shape Your Streets; working with and visiting schools and local authorities across Scotland
● Supporting school pupils and communities to drive improvements to their local food environments and school food environments
● Helping facilitate youth-led events, workshops, and campaigns focused on food system change
● Working with our Scottish partners and building strong working relationships with participating schools, local authorities and other stakeholders
● Supporting with the monitoring, reporting and evaluation of these two programmes Youth Engagement and Voice
● Seeking out meaningful opportunities for young people to engage with and influence decision-makers in Scotland
● Ensuring youth voice is embedded across all programmes and policy work
Policy and Advocacy
● Actively seeking out opportunities to champion Scottish policy developments in health, education, and food systems
● Working closely with other organisations via established coalitions and more informal coordination around key issues, working collaboratively with values-aligned organisations to achieve our goals
● Developing briefings, consultation responses, and policy proposals, ensuring they are evidence-based and amplify youth perspectives
● Translating young people’s insights into campaign messaging for policymakers and distil policy detail into key points for young people to engage with and campaign on
● Working with the Senior Public Affairs Manager to conduct stakeholder mapping and build a network of supportive Scottish MPs and MSPs
● Ensuring the Bite Back staff team is kept up to date on the Scottish policy and public affairs context
Skills and Experience
We recognise that the list below is broad and we realise that the “ideal candidate” doesn’t really exist. What we will be looking for as we evaluate applications is demonstrable experience in at least some of these, and evidence of capacity to build skills in other areas. Please don’t be put off applying for one of our jobs because you can’t demonstrate every skill.
If you're passionate and excited about working for us, and possess the main skills and experience we are looking for, go ahead and apply. You could be just what we are looking for!
The ideal candidate would have the following:
Essential
● Proven experience in policy development or influencing, ideally within the Scottish context
● Track record of delivering youth voice, community or school-based programmes
● Experience working with schools or local authority settings in Scotland
● Facilitation and youth engagement skills, with experience in co-creating with young people
● Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to engage policymakers and partners with confidence
● Deep motivation to create a fairer food system and improve outcomes for children and young people
● Knowledge of Scotland’s political and public sector landscape, ideally in health or education
● A self-starter with the ability to work independently and drive new initiatives from the ground up
● A commitment to Bite Back’s values: Fresh, Resilient, Respectful, Energetic, Real
Desirable
● Familiarity with monitoring, evaluation, and impact reporting in programme or policy contexts
Approach to Work
You will be able to show the following qualities:
● A bold and open mind - you will be prepared to think differently about issues.
● A level head - you will be comfortable working both reactively and proactively.
● A sense of humour - we believe work should be fun and that we all perform at our very best when we enjoy what we do.
● Creativity - you will come at issues from new and surprising angles
Please apply with a CV and covering statement (maximum two sides of A4) explaining why you are a good candidate for this position. The covering statement is your opportunity to tell us why you’re a good fit for this role. We know it’s a big job so we don’t expect you to have everything we are asking for on day one and we are committed to providing support and training. Do look at each point under Skills and Experience and Approach to Work to give clear, specific examples of how you meet them through your personal or professional experience (volunteering counts too!) Don’t forget to tell us why you want the job!
OUR MISSION IS TO CHANGE THE WAY UNHEALTHY FOOD IS MADE, MARKETED AND SOLD, ESPECIALLY TO CHILDREN.
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We’re looking for an Internal Events Manager with the skills and experience to deliver two major all-colleague events in the next 12 months, celebrating our work and connecting with each other. This is a part time role (3 days a week, ideally Tuesday to Thursday).
As we deliver funding which helps communities do great things, it’s really important colleagues at the Fund are allowed the time to engage with our strategy – It Starts With Community - celebrate our successes and connect and learn from each other. Our programme of internal events over the next 12 months provide a real opportunity to achieve this.
The Internal Communication and Engagement Team is looking for someone who can help shape and deliver innovative and engaging internal engagement events.
Working with internal communications and engagement colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels of the organisation, you will help to shape events which will bring our strategy to life and help our colleagues connect with the communities our funding supports – showcasing our grant holders and their projects.
You will be delivering in person and hybrid events across multiple locations in the UK, bringing innovative ideas which will engage our teams.
You will also support other team members with regular internal events, including our monthly Connected sessions and leadership meetings.
You will be organised, and be creative and proactive in identifying new opportunities and developments that can be used by the organisation to help engage staff.
Interview Date: 13th and 15th August – Face to face, Birmingham office
Location: Birmingham or London office - hybrid approach to working and expectation to attend the Birmingham office twice a month
On application, please align your supporting statement to the criteria below
Essential criteria
- Extensive experience in planning and delivering corporate events as an Event Manager or similar, with a proven track record of coordinating events both online and in person ranging from medium to large-scale attendance
- Proven project management skills, demonstrating the ability to plan, coordinate, and prioritise multiple tasks concurrently.
- Skill in designing creative and engaging event programmes that align with the Fund's strategy, missions, values and goals.
- Budgeting & Financial Management: Competence in creating and managing event budgets, with keen attention to cost efficiencies and resource allocation.
- Effective communication and engagement skills, including creation of messages and content, and management of internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven experience in managing and delivering events using digital platforms and technology, including hybrid and fully virtual formats.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience of working as part of an internal communications and engagement team
- Critical thinking in evaluating event success, using data and feedback to understand what has worked and what hasn’t, and identify creative solutions to improve our area of work
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.
We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.)
It starts with community.
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Digital Communications Manager – Towns and Cities of Social Action
Reference Number: V552
Location: Home-based with some travel required
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Hours: Full-time 35 hours
Salary: £34,000
Job Family: 5
Line Manager: Head of strategy and coordination - #iwill
Closing date: 29th July 2025
Interview Dates: TBC
Anticipated start date: ASAP
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, therefore we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Volunteering Matters
Who we are
At Volunteering Matters, we believe people have the power to create change. Whether through volunteering by helping others and giving time, or through social action such as speaking up, campaigning, or leading change, everyone can make a difference. We bring people together to build stronger communities across England, Scotland and Wales, making sure everyone has the chance to get involved and create real change.
What we do
We help people of all ages and backgrounds get involved in volunteering and social action. We focus on making sure that everyone, no matter their situation, has the chance to take part. We work with local people.
How we do this
We support people to share their time and skills to help others and tackle big challenges in their communities.
· We remove barriers to volunteering and social action, making it easier for people who don’t always get the chance to take part.
· We listen to and amplify voices that aren’t always heard, helping volunteers and communities influence change.
· We help volunteers beyond their first experience, offering training, support, and pathways to new opportunities.
· We connect businesses with communities, creating meaningful employee volunteering projects.
· We show the impact of volunteering and social action, proving how it changes lives for the better.
Our promise to volunteers
We are always looking for new ways for volunteers to make a difference. We bring people together across generations and backgrounds to learn from each other and create change. At the same time, we make sure that all our volunteers are trained, supported, and valued, so they feel confident in what they do.
It’s a brilliant time to join us. We’re evolving, growing our impact, and shaping a future where everyone can take part and feel they belong.
Are you passionate about youth voice, digital storytelling, and building social movements? Join the #iWill Movement as our Digital Communications Manager and help amplify young people driving change in their communities.
In this exciting 6-month role, you’ll lead the delivery of a digital communications strategy for our Towns and Cities of Social Action—working with young people, partners, and stakeholders to co-create compelling content, deliver impactful campaigns (including #iWill Week), and grow the #iWill brand at a local and national level.
We’re looking for someone who:
· Has strong experience in creating impactful, audience-focused communications strategies
· Is highly skilled in graphic design and content creation, using tools like Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.
· Can produce youth-led, engaging digital content for social media and websites
· Knows how to manage and grow digital platforms (WordPress, Mailchimp, Hootsuite)
· Brings experience in campaign planning, delivery, and evaluation
· Believes in the Power of Youth and is passionate about platforming young voices
This is your chance to contribute to a national movement empowering young people to shape a better future—locally and across the UK.
Our Values & Way of Working
In all that we are guided by our values: Empowering, Inclusive, Compassionate, Positive & Straightforward.
Diversity & Inclusion
Volunteering Matters welcomes all applicants and are keen to ensure our team reflects the diversity of the UK and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from disabled, LGBT and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, along with candidates with any protected characteristics and from disadvantaged groups.
Disability Confident & Reasonable Adjustments
We guarantee to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role. Please provide evidence in your application, which demonstrates that you meet the level of competence required in the Job Description under skill and experience. To be considered for a guaranteed interview or to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the process, please state this in your cover letter.
Benefits
Our employee benefits reflect our culture which is built on an approach of full flexibility with accountability, and designed to let you make your most positive contribution; we offer:
· Flexible Working by Default (re hours & place of work)
· Unlimited Annual Leave
· Employee Pension scheme
· Life Assurance
· Cycle to Work Scheme
· Season Ticket Loan
· Employee Assistance Programme
· Enhanced sick and family leave.
· Lifestyle Discount Scheme
We are also open to discussing job share applications.
GDPR Statement
If you apply for a role with us, we will retain your contact details including your name, address, email address and phone number to help us manage your application for up to six months. We will not use your personal data for any other purpose or share it with any third party. You can contact us at any point to update your personal information or ask us to delete it from our records.
Policy on AI-Generated Applications
Applications are accepted on trust, and we expect all submissions to reflect the applicant’s own words, experiences, and motivations. While tools such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) may support the application process, applications should not be generated wholly by AI.
Please note that all applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to progress applications that don’t meet this requirement.
We turn local knowledge into action by working with volunteers and partners across the UK to build stronger communities for all.





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Join Our Team as our Apprenticeship Onboarding Specialist
Lift Schools is a growing provider of high-quality, learner-focused apprenticeships in the education sector. We’re looking for a proactive and organised Apprenticeship Onboarding Specialist to guide new apprentices from enquiry to programme start, ensuring a smooth, compliant, and engaging onboarding journey.
About the Role
You’ll be the first point of contact for future apprentices, responsible for managing applications, conducting enrolment calls, supporting initial assessments, and ensuring all compliance documentation is complete and funding-ready.
What You’ll Need
- Experience in admin or customer service roles, working with multiple stakeholders
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; essential for stakeholder management
- Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail
- Determination and tenacity to ensure timely onboarding
- A learner-focused mindset and ability to manage multiple onboarding journeys
- Confidence and experience using digital systems (Google Suite; learning or CRM platforms)
- Knowledge or experience of apprenticeship funding rules and compliance
As our apprenticeship provision grows it may become a possibility to offer this role as full time at a later stage.
Who are Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
Our mission:
We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.
How we support you
At Lift Schools, we believe talent drives performance. We offer you:
Comprehensive training: We offer bespoke training to help you hone your skills and progress your career.
Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle savings: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
The role is due to commence: September 2025
Closing date: 3rd August 2025
Interview dates: 14th and 15th of August (online)
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
An excellent education for every child, in every classroom, everyday.
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Job title: Service Manager - Night Shelters
Location: On site at our office – Argon House, Argon Mews, London, SW6 1BJ
Contract type: Permanent
Reporting to: Head of Operations & Service Development
Hours of work: 35 hours per week (5 days per week)
About you
As the Service Manager for our night shelter service, you’ll be at the heart of Glass Door’s mission, delivering the largest network of night shelters in the UK. This pivotal role offers you the chance to make a real difference by managing a dedicated team across multiple sites, ensuring high-quality, consistent service that supports our guests to build a route out of homelessness. We’re looking for a dynamic, proactive leader with a passion for problem-solving and a compassionate service delivery.
What you will do as part of our team
The Service Manager is responsible for the following:
Service delivery
· Lead all aspects of the planning, preparation, and delivery of the night shelter service.
· Oversee the day-to-day operations of the service, directly engaging with staff and guests to ensure high-quality service delivery.
· Ensure operational policies are consistently followed, providing guests with a reliable and uniform service experience.
· Manage the rota across three night shelters to maintain adequate staffing at all times.
· Manage a fleet of three vehicles used for the night shelters, ensuring their availability and maintenance.
· Ensure all staff are fully aware of service provisions, requirements, and expectations.
· Lead the continuous improvement of the shelter service to better meet guest needs.
· Ensure due diligence is performed, and that reporting and records are accurately maintained.
· Collaborate with the Head of Operations & Service Development to keep expenditures and income within agreed budget limits.
· Liaise with casework colleagues to ensure seamless collaboration between night shelter and casework staff.
· Ensure the night shelters are aligned with other statutory and charity services to best meet the needs of our guests.
· Conduct and maintain annual general and fire risk assessments for each shelter venue; actively maintain the service-level risk register and contribute to organisational risk register.
· Promptly raise concerns and safeguarding issues in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.
· Ensure policies and procedures are up-to-date with annual reviews, and provide staff with training and guidance on compliance and best practices.
Management
· Manage and supervise a seasonal staff team of approximately 40 individuals.
· Oversee the full employee lifecycle management, including: recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management.
· Lead the recruitment and training of seasonal shelter staff.
· Provide high-quality support and line management to night shelter staff, delivering clear guidance, support, and effective leadership.
· Ensure excellent performance management, support, and supervision of Night Shelter Managers and staff, including monitoring annual leave and addressing performance issues in line with Glass Door’s policies.
· Empower seasonal managers to deliver high-quality, safe support and effective guest management in accordance with Glass Door policies and procedures.
· Regularly monitor the quality of support and service by conducting site visits to the night shelters.
· Organise and deliver a comprehensive training programme for shelter staff.
· Facilitate regular supervision and team meetings to promote effective teamwork and communication.
· Ensure the In-form system is utilised efficiently by shelter staff, with timely updates to reports, and prompt, accurate record-keeping.
· Provide timely support, advice, and guidance to staff as needed.
Service Development and Planning
· Play a lead role in the annual planning of the night shelter service and contribute to the annual services business plan.
· Drive the achievement of organisational targets and objectives as outlined in Glass Door’s business plan.
Additional
· Cultivate positive relationships with guests, staff, professionals, partners, suppliers, and the local community.
· To undertake any other duties that can be reasonably required to meet the operational needs of Glass Door.
· Carry out the functions of the post with proper regard to Glass Door’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
Person Specification
Essential:
· Proven experience working with and understanding the needs of people experiencing homelessness or similar disadvantaged groups.
· Experience in leading a service and managing frontline teams.
· Demonstrated problem-solving abilities through proactive learning.
· Understanding and appreciation of trauma-informed care.
· Valid driving license for manual transmission with the willingness to drive the Glass Door vehicles.
· Ability to work independently, with strong decision-making skills and initiative.
· Highly organised with excellent time-management abilities.
· Exceptional communication skills, adaptable to various styles and approaches.
· Strong IT proficiency, including advanced Microsoft Office skills.
· Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends, with the flexibility to cover shifts in emergencies. Time off in lieu provided.
· Proactive approach in resolving challenging situations and achieving desired outcomes.
· Empathetic and professional in handling challenging circumstances.
· Ability to implement and adhere to health and safety, HR, and operational policies.
· Strong commitment to equal opportunities and diversity.
Desirable:
· Advanced IT proficiency, particularly in AI tools and technologies, with a proven ability to quickly learn and adapt to new software or web applications.
· Relevant training or certifications (e.g., project management, trauma-informed care, IOSH Managing Safely).
· A lived experience of homelessness.
We value diversity, promote equality and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of homelessness.
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About Us
We’re Learning and Work Institute, an independent policy and research organisation focused on lifelong learning and better work.
We're focused on the big questions. How do we help more people find work and build careers in a changing jobs market? How do we help people to be active and engaged citizens? How can more adults develop their skills over their lifetime?
About the role
This role within our external affairs team focuses on securing impact for our work through the management and delivery of effective communications, events, campaigns and public affairs work.
This varied role involves management of L&W’s digital communications, press and media work, stakeholder relations and events throughout the year. The role also involves supporting the delivery of L&W’s flagship campaign, Get the Nation Learning, and supporting L&W’s public affairs work. The postholder will work closely with the senior management and research and development teams to develop and deliver effective communications and influencing strategies, and to support fundraising through sponsorship of our events and other communications activities. The role involves working with our team in Wales who lead on campaigns and activities in Wales.
The ideal candidate will need experience of working in a busy communications role; experience of developing and delivering in person and online events; a track record of building relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels; flexibility and adaptability; excellent project management skills; and an interest in adult learning, employment and skills policy.
Duties and Responsibilities
Communications
- Secure press and media coverage for L&W’s work, including proactively identifying opportunities to promote our work, responding to press and media enquiries, and working with colleagues to launch research reports and other outputs.
- Lead the development of regular and ad-hoc external communications, including press releases, newsletters and marketing communications.
- Manage our social media channels and website, producing regular, high-quality content.
- Ensure all activities are monitored and evaluated to assess impact and to inform future work.
Events
- Manage the planning and delivery of L&W’s in-person and online events, including our annual Employment and Skills Convention.
- Work with internal and external colleagues to develop content for L&W’s events, including securing high-profile speakers.
- Secure sponsorship for L&W’s events.
- Ensure all activities are monitored and evaluated to assess impact and to inform future work.
Campaigns
- Support the delivery of Get the Nation Learning, including national awards, Get the Nation Learning Week, and regional adult learning awards.
- Work with colleagues to secure sponsorship for Get the Nation Learning.
Policy and public affairs
- Support the planning and delivery of L&W’s public affairs activities, with a focus on UK Parliament, UK Government, Mayoral Combined Authorities, and local government in England, in order to raise our profile and deliver impact.
- Undertake regular public affairs activities, including: horizon scanning and planning for upcoming parliamentary activity; writing to Ministers and MPs; coordinating parliamentary briefings, parliamentary questions and consultation responses; and other policy influencing opportunities.
- Ensure all activities are monitored and evaluated to assess impact and to inform future work.
Other duties
- Line manage staff according to organisational need.
- Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility for this post.
About you
Essential criteria:
- Excellent communication (oral and written), good copywriting, with the ability to tailor communications to a range of audiences.
- Proficient in MS Office.
- Strong social media skills including the use of platforms such as Bluesky and LinkedIn, with proficiency in the use of web and social media analytics tools, such as Google Analytics.
- Basic design skills and familiarity with design software, such as Canva.
- Proficient in the use of CRM, email marketing and website editing software.
- Strong project management skills.
- Knowledge of the press and media, and how to secure coverage.
- Knowledge of, and commitment to, L&W’s charitable aims and purpose.
- Proven experience in a communications role.
- Experience of designing and managing events.
- Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritise workloads, negotiate and meet deadlines.
Desirable Criteria:
- Knowledge of the policy-making process and how to influence it.
- Knowledge of current policy and practice in education, skills, and employment, and associated areas of public policy.
- Experience of managing successful influencing campaigns.
- Experience of fundraising, marketing and securing sponsorship to support activities.
- People management.
A full job description and person specification is available on our website.
Benefits
Salary of £35,450 - £44,115, depending on experience and location
- 31 days' holiday increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service, of which 3 are shutdown days in addition to public holidays.
- Generous company pension scheme with 8% employer contribution
- Group Life Assurance 3*salary
- Hybrid working (with 40%-60% of your time in the office)
- Flexible working practices
- Employee Development Scheme
- Retailer Discounts
- Enhanced occupational maternity, adoption, paternity and shared parental pay
- Enhanced occupational sick pay
- Eye care scheme
- Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programme
- Gold award in Investors in People
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We’re looking for a proactive and organised Clinic Administrator to join our charity to play a vital role in the smooth running of our busy clinic, managing bookings, supporting therapists and volunteers, and helping improve our systems.
Hoxton Health is a long-established charity, based in St Leonards Hospital N1, and offers low-cost and free complementary - acupuncture, osteopathy, massage, reflexology, cranial sacral therapy and foothealth treatments - to older people and those with complex needs.
We need a Clinic Administrator to join our friendly team who is very organised and not afraid of a spreadsheet, as well as being empathetic and reliable.
Clinic Administrator Job Description
The full Clinic Administrator Job Description is attached for download, please use the attached Application Form to apply
Here are the key activies
- Booking System Management
You'll be in charge of implementing best practice arrangements for the booking system, setting up appointments efficiently to maximise the system's potential
- Developing the system
You'll be working with the Centre Director to look at how we can improve our monitoring, and booking systems
- Volunteer Support
You'll co-ordinate our team of volunteers who run our reception -
Therapist Support
You'll support therapists with getting set up, and with their impact reports
We offer
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A friendly and supportive work environment
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A role with real responsibility in managing the delivery of a much appreciated community service
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Being part of a small, welcoming team of staff, therapists, and volunteers
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25 days paid leave per year, pro rata
Full Job Description attached, please apply using Application form, also attached
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Legal Casework Manager (Helpline)
Are you aware of the significant health inequalities that people with a learning disability face in the UK and levels of avoidable deaths? Are you passionate about access to justice for the families of people with a learning disability who have died avoidably in acute healthcare settings?
We’re looking for a dedicated Legal Casework Manager (Helpline) to join our committed information and advice team covering England at Mencap on a full time (37.5 hours per week) fixed term contract for 2 years.
Here at Mencap we are a leading charity providing advice, support and opportunities to people with a learning disability across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The role will lead on supporting families to get answers about how their loved ones died and change across the healthcare system to prevent future deaths.
The role is flexible in terms of location, which can include home working, using Mencap’s office bases, such as in London and Peterborough, and will include some national travel, for example to inquest hearings or to meet families when needed.
About the Role
As Legal Casework Manager (Helpline), you’ll provide advice, support, and casework assistance to families facing complex legal issues, specifically relating to people with a learning disability who have died in avoidable circumstances across England, mainly within the healthcare system. Working within a small, supportive team, you’ll manage your own caseload, contribute to the body of knowledge about avoidable deaths and help empower families to understand and exercise their rights and get answers through the inquest and other investigations processes.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide clear, accurate, and timely legal advice and casework support for families.
· Work closely with clients, many of whom will be distressed, ensuring a sensitive, trauma informed and professional approach
· Maintain up-to-date case records and comply with quality and regulatory standards
· Support strategic litigation and advocacy efforts where appropriate
· Liaise with other charities, coroners, legal professionals, and agencies to support families to get answers
· Work towards a world where people with a learning disability are no more at risk of death in hospitals, than any other person
· Manage a team of caseworkers working across different areas of advice.
About You
We’re looking for someone:
· Legally qualified in the UK or similar jurisdiction with at least 3 years post qualification, working in either clinical negligence, inquests or inquiries. Or similar number of years working as a senior case worker in an inquest/clinical negligence/inquiries advice role.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a non-judgemental and empathetic approach
· Ability to manage a varied workload, prioritise effectively, and work independently
· Ability to travel effectively to support families at inquests, and to attend meetings
· A clear understanding of the importance of professional boundaries and in maintaining their emotional wellbeing in distressing situations
· Strong management skills and ability to supervise, coach and mentor colleagues.
· Experience of accurately recording client case records and use of CRM/client database system
What We Offer
· A meaningful role supporting families and delivering change in a values-driven organisation
· Supportive and collaborative team environment
· Professional supervision
· Flexible working arrangements
Please see attached the full job description for further information on the role.
Closing date: Monday 18th August 2025
Interview date: Thursday 4th September 2025
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.
Benefits
Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated.
Our benefits package offers 32 days of paid holiday (including bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings.
For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document outlining all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team!
About Mencap
Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in.
At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging at Mencap is for everyone, every day, everywhere.
· Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation.
· Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes
· Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves.
We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.
This role will provide administrative support across our political influencing, campaigning, and communications work. You will be joining a fast-paced and values-driven team working to amplify the voices of disabled people in politics and public life.
You will support the Head of Policy, Public Affairs and Campaigns by managing key team processes, ensuring deadlines are met, and helping coordinate our campaign planning and influencing work behind the scenes.
You do not need experience in policy or politics to apply – but an interest in public affairs and a curiosity to learn will go a long way. You will need to be experienced in, or willing to learn about, the barriers disabled people face in transport and street space.
This role is open to disabled applicants only.
Please note – This role has a genuine occupational requirement of lived experience of disability. This explicitly includes those of us who are Deaf, neurodivergent, chronically ill, have a mental health condition, have age-related impairments, and people with both visible and non-visible impairments. If you do not meet this requirement, your application will not be shortlisted for an interview.
What happens next?
The deadline for applications is: 4 August 2025
Interviews will take place online on: 18, 25, 26 August 2025
You will be contacted by email about the outcome of your application. If you are offered an interview, you will receive at least 5 days’ notice. Interview questions will also be sent at least 5 days in advance.
For an informal discussion about the role, or to receive the documents in alternative formats, please visit our website for contact details.
Transport Justice for disabled people.
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Location: Causton Street, London Diocesan House, Pimlico, London.
Contract: 35 hours per week, Full-time, 13 months Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £31,522 per year
Do you have a passion for organisational systems and high-quality governance? Are you looking for an opportunity to play a vital role in supporting the governance structures of a large and diverse diocese?
The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is seeking a Governance Officer to play a key role within the Governance Team, supporting the Diocese of London in delivering effective oversight through its Synods, Committees, and Boards.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Managing governance diaries and coordinating key meeting logistics.
- Preparing, proofing, and distributing papers for committees including Diocesan Synod, Diocesan Bishop’s Council, Audit and Risk Committee, and Diocesan Finance Committee.
- Maintaining accurate membership records and monitoring governance inboxes.
- Supporting GDPR and election processes and providing administrative support to the Head of Governance.
Who We’re Looking For:
Essential
- Strong organisational skills and high attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (including Word, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams).
- High level of literacy and ability to proof-read formal documents.
- Experience juggling multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.
Desirable
- Experience in a governance or compliance-related role.
- Familiarity with election procedures or Church of England structures.
About the London Diocese Fund (LDF) and the Diocese of London
The Diocese of London is the group of Church of England organisations located in London, north of the River Thames. It is overseen by the Bishop of London and is made up of parishes, schools, chaplaincies, missional communities, and other organisations across 18 Boroughs.
The London Diocesan Fund (LDF) is the main charity that supports the work of the Diocese as a whole by generating income, providing a wide range of services, and paying and housing its clergy.
Safeguarding Statement
The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Therefore, all our recruitment campaigns are run using safer recruitment procedure
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community.
We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.
Additional Information:
- (Enhanced DBS check required, if applicable)
- (Any occupational requirement, e.g., to be a practising Christian)
- (Flexible working options, if relevant)
Why Apply?
✔ Generous holiday entitlement (27 days + bank holidays + Christmas closure)
✔ Access to private medical insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
✔ Excellent pension scheme and training support
If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the criteria, we’d love to hear from you!
To apply:
Submit your application and CV online via Pathways. Please refer to the person specification and JD when you’re answering the application questions.
For more details, please see the full Job Description and Person Specification see the attachment.
For every Londoner to encounter the love of God in Christ




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