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Preston, Lancashire (On-site)
£28,000 - £34,000 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description
Recruitment Consultant
Location
Preston
Length of contract
Full time and permanent
Hours
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
To be worked between 8am and 6pm (inc 30-minute unpaid lunchbreak)
Pay Scale
£28,000 - £34,000 per annum plus on target bonus
Responsible to
Director
Holiday entitlement
Paid holiday entitlement of 28 days, plus 8 bank holidays (both calculated pro rata for part time employees)
Plus a day’s leave on your birthday, plus a wellbeing day’s leave (not calculated pro rata)
The role
To place ex-offender candidates into sustainable paid employment with local employers
Purpose
We place people with convictions into paid work, so they can build purposeful lives and see their families thrive
Mission
We do this by providing practical employment support, linking them to companies with good jobs
Vision
A society where people’s past convictions don’t define their employment future
Duties and Tasks
There are three main areas of work, all of which are vital to achieving the key positive outcome for the individuals we support: sustained meaningful employment.
1. Job Finder Support
Interviewing ex-offenders, offering one-to-one job coaching to help them into work, and providing ongoing mentoring for the first 12 months in employment.
Ours is a face-to-face, holistic and wraparound service that culminates in our candidates finding good jobs that last, with a wide array of socially inclusive employers on our books. Our job finder support can begin in custody and continue through the gate into the community, or start in the community. Typically, we will work with a person for between one and three months to establish work readiness and will continue to support them for up to a year once they find employment. Many people stay in touch and return to us for their second or third job over a period of years, and we consider our door to be open for as long as support is needed.
You will:
- Conduct one-to-one assessments with job-seeking candidates and, using your professional judgement, accept them directly into our paid-work search services or refer them to partner organisations for pre-employability support where issues such as substance misuse or homelessness remain significant barriers.
- Work with candidates over several weeks and months as a job mentor, meeting regularly to assist in all aspects of their job search.
- Help craft strong CVs and disclosure letters, ensuring candidates understand the facts and disclosure obligations relating to spent and unspent convictions.
- Check that candidates have the correct Right to Work documentation and arrange replacement birth certificates and National Insurance letters where required.
- Book candidates onto relevant training courses with third-party providers, including CSCS cards, HGV driver training and renewable energy qualifications.
- Encourage and support candidates in their own job search activity, including teaching them how to use online job boards and complete application forms.
- Submit candidates for vacancies with our inclusive employer partners and proactively identify additional opportunities on their behalf.
- Organise interviews, ensuring candidates have suitable interview clothing and the financial means to travel to interviews where required.
- Follow up immediately after interviews, helping candidates process outcomes, manage expectations and rebuild confidence if unsuccessful.
- Confirm job starts with both candidate and employer, ensuring candidates have access to any required workwear and travel-to-work support.
- Offer practical assistance as needed, including food parcels, hygiene packs, pre-loaded SIM cards, clothing and utility top-ups.
2. New Employer Engagement
Expanding our network of employers to generate a regular flow of job opportunities and enable more candidates to move into work.
This requires new business development and excellent relationship management. You will identify the roles most sought after by our candidates and focus on employers who demonstrate agility and responsiveness in their hiring processes. Contacts are likely to include business owners, divisional managers and site supervisors rather than social value or EDI teams.
You will:
- Proactively approach local employers advertising roles that match the skills and experience of current candidates, with the aim of securing interviews and recruitment instructions.
- Approach organisations that are not currently recruiting but are likely to offer suitable opportunities in the future.
- Maintain and develop a database of active and prospective employers.
- Take ownership of specific sectors or geographical areas in consultation with colleagues to maximise reach and avoid duplication.
- Visit employers to explain our services, answer questions about employing people with convictions and gain a thorough understanding of the workplace environment.
- Select and submit suitable candidates, advocating for each individual based on your knowledge of their strengths, achievements and progress.
- Positively challenge employer concerns where appropriate and advocate for fair consideration of candidates.
- Disclose offending history and risk profiles appropriately, highlighting personal attributes and workplace strengths while guiding employers through the recruitment process in partnership with the candidate.
3. In-Work Support
Supporting candidates to sustain employment for up to one year after starting work.
Maintaining employment is a key part of the journey. Newly employed candidates, particularly recent prison leavers, can face a range of practical, emotional and lifestyle challenges. The strongest chance of successfully supporting both candidate and employer comes from strong relationships built on trust, honesty and confidence.
You will:
- Advise employers on successfully onboarding new employees during their first weeks and months in work.
- Help employers understand and accommodate any additional support needs, such as housing transitions, medical appointments or probation requirements.
- Be aware of and proactively manage issues relating to media attention around previous convictions, including advising on measures to protect privacy and reputation where appropriate.
- Maintain regular contact with candidates during their first 12 months in employment through phone calls, meetings and ongoing mentoring support.
- Record all candidate and employer interactions, progress and outcomes on the Itris recruitment CRM database.
This is a non-exhaustive list of tasks and may be amended from time to time in line with the needs of the charity.
Our Interview Process
This vacancy will close on 6th September, with applications being shortlisted on 7th September.
If you are successful at the shortlisting stage, you will be invited to attend the first stage of our interview process on Tuesday 8th September, between 4:30pm and 7pm, at our new offices in Preston.
We want our recruitment process to give you the opportunity to get to know The Recruitment Junction (TRJ) just as much as it allows us to get to know you.
The evening will begin with an introduction to TRJ from our CEO and Senior Leadership Team, giving you the opportunity to hear more about who we are, our values. the work we do and what it is like to be part of our team. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions in an open audience environment, allowing you to find out more about TRJ, our work and our organisation. Refreshments will also be provided.
You will then have a short, informal, face-to-face conversation with one of our hiring managers. This is designed to be a relaxed opportunity for us to learn a little more about you, while also giving you the chance to ask questions and decide whether TRJ is somewhere you would like to continue pursuing a career.
Following the first-stage event, we will invite successful candidates for a formal final interview.
Key dates:
- Applications close: 6th September
- Shortlisting: 7th September
- Stage One – Recruitment Evening: Tuesday 8th September, 4:30-7pm
- Stage Two – Formal Final Interview: Wednesday 16th September – time to be confirmed
We hope this approach creates a welcoming and informal first stage, giving you a genuine opportunity to learn more about TRJ, meet members of our team and decide whether we are a fit for each other.
Application Instructions
When applying, please read the interview information carefully and ensure you meet the essential criteria outlined in the Job Description.
Organisation
The Recruitment Junction
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Registered Charity
11 - 20
Registered Charity
11 - 20
Supporting people with convictions into paid employment, breaking down barriers and creating positive, sustainable futures.
Posted on: 14 August 2026
Closing date: 06 September 2026 at 18:00
Job ref: Recruitment Consultant -Preston
Tags: Business Development, Retail / Sales, Customer Service, Crime, Customer support, Justice, Partnerships, Prison, Recruitment, Safeguarding
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Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (Hybrid)
£26,796 per year
Full-time
Permanent
Job description
Refugee Resettlement Support Worker
Help refugee families build safe, stable and hopeful futures
Location:
- Based in Bournemouth
- Regular travel across BCP and Dorset
- Hybrid working available when not attending visits, meetings or appointments
Hours:
- 37.5 hours per week
- Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
Salary: £26,796.90 per annum
International Care Network (ICN) is a Christian charity walking alongside refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants as they rebuild their lives in the UK. Every day, we see people overcome enormous challenges, develop new skills, build connections and create brighter futures and you could be part of that journey.
We're looking for a compassionate, proactive and organised Refugee Resettlement Support Worker to join our Resettlement Team and support individuals and families arriving through Government resettlement schemes. The role is predominantly focused on families resettled from Afghanistan, although support may be provided to people arriving through other schemes as well.
What you'll be doing
You'll work directly alongside refugee families as they settle into life in Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and wider Dorset, helping them navigate unfamiliar systems, access services and become active members of their new communities.
Your work will include:
- Supporting individuals and families with housing, utilities and practical day-to-day needs
- Helping people access healthcare, education, benefits and other key services
- Supporting access to ESOL classes, volunteering and employment opportunities
- Accompanying people to appointments and meetings when needed
- Helping families build confidence, independence and connections within their local communities
· Working closely with local authorities, schools, health professionals, volunteers and other partners
· Maintaining accurate records and case notes
· Assisting with the preparation of homes prior to new arrivals moving in
No two days are the same. One day you might be helping a family register with a GP, supporting a parent at a school meeting, or helping someone navigate the benefits system. The next, you could be preparing a property for a newly arrived family or working with local partners to ensure the right support is in place.
Why this role matters
Moving to a new country after experiencing conflict, persecution or displacement can be overwhelming.
This role helps people rebuild their lives with dignity, confidence and hope. You'll play a key part in helping families settle safely, access opportunities, understand their new community and begin to thrive.
From supporting a child starting school for the first time, to helping a family access healthcare or secure employment, your work will have a direct and lasting impact.
Who we're looking for
You'll thrive in this role if you:
- Have experience supporting vulnerable individuals or families
- Are compassionate, practical and solution-focused
- Can build positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds
- Are confident working independently and managing your own caseload
- Have strong organisational and administrative skills
- Are able to maintain professional boundaries while working in a supportive and person-centred way
- Have excellent communication skills
- Are comfortable working collaboratively with a range of agencies and professionals
- Share our commitment to supporting refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants
- Are supportive of ICN's Christian ethos and values
Experience of working with refugees, asylum seekers, local authorities or resettlement programmes would be advantageous, but is not essential.
Essential requirements
· Full UK driving licence
· Own reliable vehicle
· Confidence driving across BCP and Dorset
· Willingness to obtain and maintain appropriate business insurance
· Eligibility to work in the UK
· Ability to obtain an Enhanced DBS check
Why join ICN?
ICN is a friendly, ambitious and values-driven charity where relationships matter and everyone's contribution is valued.
You'll be joining a passionate team committed to creating communities where refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants can belong, flourish and rebuild their lives. As our services continue to grow, you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference to people facing significant challenges and uncertainty.
What we offer
- Salary of £26,796.90 per annum
- 25 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Mileage paid at 45p per mile for work-related travel
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Staff wellbeing support and social events
- A supportive and collaborative team environment
ICN is committed to being an inclusive and welcoming employer. As a Disability Confident Employer, we encourage applications from people with disabilities and will make reasonable adjustments where needed. We value diversity and are committed to ensuring everyone is treated fairly and with respect.
We are also deeply committed to safeguarding. All roles working with children and vulnerable adults are subject to the appropriate DBS checks.
Join us
If you're passionate about helping people rebuild their lives and want to be part of a team making a tangible difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Please read the Job Description and Person Specification and complete the application form and supporting documents (all documents can be found on our website.
Application deadline: 9am on Monday 7th September 2026
Interviews: Likely to take place during the week commencing 14th September 2026 (dates can be flexible if required).
Organisation
International Care Network
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Registered Charity
21 - 50
Registered Charity
21 - 50
ICN's mission is to help to rebuild the lives of asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants.
Refreshed on: 28 July 2026
Closing date: 05 September 2026 at 22:00
Tags: Christian, Advocacy, Housing, Engagement / Outreach, Faith-Based, Refugee / Immigration, Wellbeing, Social / Support Work
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Job description
The Organisation
Sported is one of the UK's leading sport-for-development charities, supporting more than 5,000 community groups across the UK to use sport and physical activity as a catalyst for positive social change. Through a combination of volunteer expertise, grants, learning and strategic partnerships, Sported helps grassroots organisations become stronger, more sustainable and more impactful.
Having undergone significant growth and transformation in recent years, Sported is entering an exciting new chapter. With a clear strategy, strong foundations and a respected national profile, the organisation is well positioned to increase its reach, influence and impact across communities throughout the UK.
The Role
Reporting to the Board of Trustees, the Chief Executive Officer will lead Sported through its next phase of growth and development. This is an opportunity to build on a strong platform, strengthening financial sustainability, deepening partnerships and increasing the organisation's influence across the sport and social impact sectors.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the delivery of Sported's strategy and long-term vision.
- Strengthening income generation and long-term sustainability.
- Developing high-performing teams, culture and organisational capability.
- Acting as Sported's principal ambassador with key stakeholders, funders and partners.
- Increasing the organisation's profile, reach and influence nationally.
- Ensuring strong governance, operational performance and impact delivery.
This is a rare opportunity to lead a highly respected national charity and help shape the future of grassroots sport and community development across the UK.
The Candidate
We are seeking an ambitious, values-led leader with the credibility, strategic capability and
commercial acumen to guide Sported through its next chapter. Outstanding candidates may
come from a variety of sectors and backgrounds.
You will bring:
- A successful track record of leading a complex organisation, business unit or function with responsibility for strategy, performance and delivery.
- Experience of organisational growth, transformation or performance improvement.
- A demonstrable ability to secure income, develop partnerships and build sustainable funding streams.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, balancing mission, impact and sustainability.
- Experience of working with Boards and building effective senior stakeholder relationships.
- A track record of leading and developing high-performing teams through change and growth.
- Excellent communication and ambassadorial skills, with the ability to represent Sported at the highest levels.
- A genuine commitment to Sported's mission and the role sport can play in creating stronger communities.
Previous Chief Executive experience would be welcomed, though it is not essential. Above all,
candidates will bring a genuine passion for sport for development and a strong belief in the
role sport and physical activity can play in tackling inequality, creating opportunity and
strengthening communities.
For further information and details on how to apply, please click to be apply this will redirect you to the application process.
Closing date for applications (CV and covering letter): 9am Thursday 17th September
Organisation
Sported Foundation
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Registered Charity
21 - 50
Registered Charity
21 - 50
Sported is the UK's leading grassroots sports charity. We transform lives and strengthen communities by helping them unleash the power of sport.
Posted on: 13 August 2026
Closing date: 17 September 2026 at 09:00
Job ref: Sported – Chief Executive Officer
Tags: Finance, Business Development, Operations, Business Intelligence, Commercial, Culture, Delivery, Insights, Partnerships, Strategy, Youth / Children, Community Fundraising, Grants, Governance / Management
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Remote
£27,500 per year (pro rata)
Part-time (18-24 hours)
Permanent or contract
Job description
Remote (Surrey and surrounding areas) | 18 – 24 hours
£27,500 pro rata | Flexible working | Real impact
Are you kind, caring and professional – the sort of person who listens deeply, holds space for others, and wants to make a real difference?
At Jigsaw South East, we support children and young people who are facing or coping with the death of a loved one. We’re looking for a compassionate and confident Grief Support Worker to join our small, dedicated team.
In this role, you’ll:
- Support families one-to-one and in groups, both pre- and post-bereavement
- Hold meaningful (and sometimes tough) conversations with warmth and sensitivity
- Help children feel less alone in their grief, and families feel more connected
- Contribute to our PIECES group programme, helpline, and referral process
This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to walk alongside people at one of the hardest points in their lives and offer light, steadiness and support.
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- A warm, person-centred approach
- Experience working with children and families
- Emotional resilience and a strong sense of purpose
- The ability to travel across Surrey and attend some evening/weekend sessions
We offer:
- Flexible working
- TOIL and supervision
- Ongoing training and personal growth
- A supportive, values-led team who genuinely care
If you believe in the power of kindness and want to help children feel seen, safe and supported, we’d love to hear from you.
View our recruitment pack for more information including a full job description and person specification:
Organisation
Posted on: 04 August 2026
Closing date: 03 September 2026 at 15:22
Tags: Bereavement Support
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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