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We are recruiting a People and Culture Officer to support the delivery of a comprehensive, proactive and high-quality People Service.
What you will do:
- Assist the People and Culture Manager to provide support, advice and guidance to managers on effective implementation of all policies and processes covering the full employee lifecycle.
- Manage minor/ low level employee relations processes with support from the People and Culture Manager
- Prepare and issue HR documentation, including contracts, invite letters and outcome letters with support from the People and Culture Manager
- Be the notetaker in HR meetings, including team meetings, investigations, disciplinaries and appeals.
- Support managers with recruitment processes and campaigns.
- Provide support and guidance to colleagues relating to policies and procedures.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- English Language and Mathematics GCSE or equivalent grade C or above
- CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience
- Demonstratable experience of managing employee relation cases in line with UK employment law and best practice
- Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage and prioritise your workload
- Competent user of all Microsoft Office packages.
- Understand the importance of confidentiality
- Ability to deal with sensitive information with discretion and to maintain confidentiality
Please visit the careers site for the full job description and person specification for the role.
Salary: £25,404.80 per annum (Scale point 18) progressing by increments to £27,738.50 per annum (Scale point 23)
Hours: 29 hours per week Location: Warrington
Contract: Fixed term contract for 13 months.
Benefits: You will receive 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time workers), hybrid and flexible working arrangements, an attractive pension scheme, Medicash membership and enhanced sick pay. Please visit our website for more details.
Closing date: 19th July 2026
We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if we receive sufficient applications so, please submit your application as soon as possible.
PAPYRUS is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its recruitment policies are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender re-assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
PAPYRUS is committed to safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk that interact with the organisation. The organisation recognises its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of these vulnerable groups by a commitment to procedures to protect them. The charity expects all staff and volunteers to fully support and promote these commitments.
To prevent suicide with urgent support, education, campaigns and conversations that keep young people safe – and hope alive.

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We are looking for a supportive and motivating Progression Coach to join our established and respected Step Up programme and help people with a wide range of mental health issues progress towards their goals. These can include volunteering, training or paid employment.
Step Up has been running successfully in Hackney since 2015 and works in partnership with statutory and voluntary mental health services. We work with people living with a rage of conditions including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
Through workshops, training and individual coaching, people are supported to gain confidence, independence, vocational skills and resilience with a reduction in social isolation. The role involves carrying out careful assessments of each person’s needs and interests, to create pesonalised journey plans that include interesting and relevant volunteering positions. These are with local charities and community organisations who are given ongoing support and guidance to help these be a rewarding and worthwhile experience.
We are seeking a candidate who has a real understanding of the barriers faced by people who have extensive mental health support needs, and by people who may have never worked in a paid role, to progress towards life goals. You will join a supportive environment with strong values of enabling people to progress in their lives. We offer flexible working, a generous annual leave allowance, monthly group therapeutic supervision and the opportunity to receive ongoing mentoring and training as you need. At VCH, all staff work closely together to tackle challenges. You will receive ongoing support and be given flexibility and creativity to develop your own working style, with the support of your manager and colleagues.
We’ve been inspiring, developing, and supporting communities since 1997. We’re here to help you make a difference as a volunteer.



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This role is internally known as Senior People Officer
As Senior People Officer, you'll play a key role in delivering a high-quality People service across SSAFA. You'll provide trusted advice and guidance to managers and employees across the full employee lifecycle, with a particular focus on employee relations, wellbeing, engagement and inclusion.
Based at SSAFA's Central Office in London, the role offers flexibility to work remotely in line with organisational needs. You must be willing and able to travel to the office at short notice when required.
This role is ideal for someone with solid HR generalist experience who is looking for the next exciting step in their career and wants to broaden their experience across:
- Employee relations and case management
- Influencing and coaching managers
- Wellbeing, engagement and inclusion initiatives
- Organisational change and people projects
- Policy development and continuous improvement
Unlike many HR roles that focus on a single specialism, this position offers genuine variety and exposure across the People function. You'll have the opportunity to build a well-rounded skillset while making a meaningful contribution to an organisation that supports our Armed Forces community.
About the team
You'll join a collaborative and supportive People & Organisational Development team that is passionate about delivering an excellent service and continuously improving the employee experience. We value partnership, professionalism, compassion and inclusion, working together to help colleagues and managers thrive. In this role, you'll work closely with:
- Learning & Organisational Development
- People Systems & Operations
- Leaders and managers
- Project and change teams
- Internal Communications and other corporate functions
This cross-organisational exposure will give you valuable insight into how different teams work together to support SSAFA's mission.
About you
You thrive on building relationships and working collaboratively with others. You enjoy helping people find practical solutions to challenges and can adapt your approach to work effectively with a wide range of colleagues, and managers, balancing empathy with sound judgement, You’ll be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change.
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience in a generalist HR role and is looking for the next step in their career.
- Can adapt their communication style to different teams, personalities and levels of seniority.
- Has some experience supporting employees and managers with employee relations and people-related matters for example; diversity and inclusion/ sickness and wellbeing matters/ issues in probation/ conduct and or grievance issues.
- Enjoys working as part of a team and collaborating to achieve shared outcomes.
- Has strong organisational skills and can manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Is curios and committed to improving the employee experience.
About SSAFA
SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for the Armed Forces community in their time of need. In 2024 our trained teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 54,000 people, including veterans, serving personnel (regulars and reserves) and their families.
SSAFA understands that behind every uniform is a person. And we are here for that person and their family, any time they need us and in any way they need us.
Diversity and Inclusion at SSAFA
SSAFA exists to support a diverse range of beneficiaries within the armed forces community, and we believe diversity within our teams is key to ensuring we can deliver our services effectively. We thrive on differences and believe it is critical to our success as a worldwide charity. SSAFA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
SSAFA is committed to using the Disclosure & Barring Service to ensure we, as an employer, safeguard those we serve.
Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 22 July 2026. SSAFA reserves the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Interviews: TBC
Our vision A society in which the Armed Forces, veterans and their families can thrive.
About Spear Hastings
In Hastings, Spear is partnering with Holy Trinity Hastings Church – Spear Hastings will be a key part of HTH Church’s mission to change the culture of the town by bringing hope to unemployed young people. In joining the Spear Hastings team, you will be part of the social outreach programme at HTH – the ‘Beating Heart of Hastings’.
You would be employed and working from Holy Trinity Hastings (HTH church), where Spear Hastings is a key missional activity. Prayer and worship are embedded into daily working practices, so there is an Occupational Requirement for applicants to be practicing Christians.
You are welcome to reach out to the Spear recruitment team to discuss this further before applying.
Key Information:
- Salary: £26,000 FTE
- Part-time, 4 days a week - Monday to Thursday
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- A DBS check will be requested in the event of a job offer
- The Spear Programme offers a rewarding opportunity to work with young people, but it requires a dedicated commitment. Due to the term-based nature of the programme (i.e. two consecutive 4-week programmes in autumn, spring and summer), we expect annual leave to be taken between, rather than during terms
- Closing date: Wednesday 29th July (we interview on a rolling basis and may close the role early if we find the right candidate)
- Assessment day: Tuesday 4th August
For more information please read through our Job Specification and Work with us pack.
If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of the recruitment process please let us know.
Person Specification:
- An active Christian, able to personally represent the values of Spear and HTH Church, and a commitment to grow and learn spiritually and as a Christian leader.
- A confidence in group facilitation, and a desire to learn and understand coaching techniques.
- Passion for social justice and for working as part of the church to transform communities, especially supporting young people in employment or education.
- An ambitious and self-motivated individual with the ability to exercise initiative, prioritise workload and work well under pressure.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High emotional intelligence, and a sense of humour and fun!
Spear is a dynamic, growing youth employment charity that coaches young people to overcome barriers and thrive in work and life.
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Smart Works is a dynamic, high profile and fast-growing UK charity that dresses and coaches unemployed women for success at their job interview. We empower each woman by giving her the clothes and the confidence she needs to succeed.
After visiting Smart Works, 68% of clients secure a job, gaining financial independence and transforming their lives.
The Smart Works service is delivered in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Reading, Bristol and Leeds. Over the past ten years, Smart Works has helped over 50,000 women, and last year alone we reached 10,600 women. It is our mission that any woman who needs our service should be able to find her way to a Smart Works centre.
In 2025 we launched our new 5-year strategy- we are aiming to build a future where every woman, at any stage of her career, can access trusted, personalised support to secure employment. We aspire to be local in feel, national in reach, shaped by the voices of women, valuing every story and every success.
About the Role
This is an exciting role that will support the successful growth and delivery of the Smart Works Pop Up Shops and sales, other fundraising events including the Smart Works Carol Concert and the Community Fundraising programme.
The candidate will work closely with the Head of Events, Community & Retail Activations, the Wardrobe team and wider Partnerships team to deliver exceptional events, raise vital funds and secure stock for fundraising.
An ability to work under pressure, deliver to tight deadlines, juggle conflicting priorities and exceed set targets will be key.
The role would be based in the London centres, and there will be occasional evening and weekend work as the role holder will provide key events support.
How to Apply
Please read the full job profile attached and then please submit a CV and a cover letter (no longer than two pages) through our recruitment system by 9am on Tuesday 14th July 2026. Your application should be addressed to Jennie Macklin.
1st round interviews will take place in the week commencing 20th July and will be virtual. If you are unable to attend a virtual interview for any reason, please let us know to discuss another arrangement.
2nd round interviews will take place in the week commencing 27th July and will be in person in our North London centre.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or alterations for the application and recruitment processes, please contact us and we'd be happy to support.
Smart Works is committed to best practice employment practices, including reducing the burden for those seeking work. Smart Works will therefore reimburse reasonable costs of travel to interviews if required.
We exist to give unemployed women the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed at interview and get the job.



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Using Anonymous Recruitment
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
QCCA has served Camden’s communities for more than 40 years.
Today we support more than 3,000 local residents every year through:
- Youth Services
- Older People’s Services
- Advice & Advocacy
- Family Support
- Two successful children’s nurseries
- Community facilities
- Health and wellbeing programmes
- Employment and skills initiatives
With an annual income approaching £2 million, multiple community sites and exciting plans for further growth, we’re investing in a modern finance function that supports excellent decision-making and long-term sustainability.
Why This Role Is Different
This isn’t a traditional Finance Manager role.
Yes, you’ll oversee management accounts, budgets and audit preparation.
But you’ll also have the opportunity to:
- Transform our finance systems.
- Lead our migration from QuickBooks to Xero.
- Introduce smarter digital processes.
- Improve financial reporting.
- Build dashboards that help managers make better decisions.
- Work directly with the Chief Executive and Board of Trustees.
- Influence organisational strategy.
- Help shape the future of one of Camden’s leading community charities.
You’ll have the freedom to improve how we work—not simply maintain existing processes.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll provide strategic financial leadership while leading the modernisation of QCCA’s finance systems.
Working closely with our Chief Executive and Senior Management Team, you’ll:
- Lead the migration from QuickBooks to Xero (or an agreed cloud accounting platform).
- Produce insightful monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Develop budgets, forecasts and financial models.
- Present financial information to Trustees and senior managers.
- Improve financial systems, controls and reporting.
- Introduce automation and digital workflows.
- Support commercial income generation and grant-funded projects.
- Lead the annual audit process.
- Line manage and develop our Finance Assistants.
- Help build a finance function fit for the future.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who enjoys making organisations better.
You’ll probably have experience of:
- Charity finance.
- Management accounting.
- Budgeting and forecasting.
- Audit preparation.
- Financial controls.
- Cloud accounting systems (Xero experience is highly desirable).
- Leading change and improving systems.
- Supporting non-finance managers.
- Working collaboratively with senior leaders and Trustees.
Most importantly, you’ll be someone who enjoys solving problems, embracing technology and helping organisations grow.
We ask you to apply by sending us your CV and cover letter (2 pages) demonstrating your experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Contract Type: Fixed Term for 12 months
Location: Plymouth
Interviews: 3rd of August
Let's make every day a chance to create a brighter future for the next generation!
Would you like to be part of a highly collaborative team, working together to support young people into employment outcomes? We are looking for a Youth Development Lead to join our Health and Social Care Delivery Team in Plymouth.
Your role will be to deliver a range of employability programmes and recruitment activities that support young people into careers within the health and social care sector. You will work closely with employers, training providers, and community partners to create pathways into employment while providing tailored guidance and support to participants.
Key responsibilities include managing a caseload of young people, providing one-to-one coaching, action planning, and ongoing support to help them achieve positive employment outcomes into the health and social care sector. Alongside this you will also build and maintain strong partnerships with health and social care employers, training providers, and local stakeholders to identify opportunities for participants.
You’ll also be keeping meticulous records of information and data on our young people, volunteers, and partners. It's all about making sure every step of their journey is accurately reflected in our systems so that it complies with our funding contracts.
We are a massive advocate of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion so you would lead the charge in creating an environment where everyone feels seen, by implementing a local action plan that supports our big-picture EDI goals. Let's make positive change happen!
Be ready for anything and everything. Alongside all these fantastic responsibilities, you might find yourself wearing different hats and rocking them like a pro, this could even include deputising when the need arises.
Join the King's Trust Team and let’s make magic happen!
What happens next?
For our Youth Development Lead roles, there's no need to upload a CV or cover letter, as we use a strengths-based approach. Simply complete your profile, including the screening questions. If you pass the initial screening, you'll be invited to complete an online assessment (which must be completed to be considered). We'll then be in touch with next steps shortly after the closing date.
Why do we need Youth Development Leads?
Last year, we helped more than 40,000 Young People, with every three in four moving into a positive outcome for either work, education or training. Youth Development Leads play a crucial role in supporting young people, no matter the young person's background or current circumstances, to fulfil their full potential. We want to continue having a positive impact on young people’s lives and we couldn’t do this without the important work of Youth Development Leads!
Perks for working at The Trust!
- Great holiday package! 30 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays. Office closure on the days between Christmas and New Year
- Flexible working! Unless the location of the role is remote, the Youth Development Lead role requires a combination of office days and working from home.
- You can volunteer for and/or attend events – The King's Trust Awards, Pride, active events etc.
- In-house learning platform! Develop your skills for your career and your role
- Benefits platform! Everything from health and financial well-being support to discounts on your favourite restaurants, shops and cinemas.
- Personal development opportunities through our Networks – KT CAN (Cultural Awareness Network), KT GEN (Gender Equality Network), KT DAWN (Disability & Wellbeing Network), and PULSE (LGBTQIA+ Network).
- Fantastic Family leave! Receive 13 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for maternity and adoption leave. Receive 8 weeks of full pay for paternity leave.
- Interest-free season ticket loans
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- The Trust will contribute 5% of your salary to the Trust Pension Scheme
- Generous life assurance cover (4 x annual salary)
We believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing.
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Offering paid internship opportunities for those who are blind or partially sighted across a range of different areas.
Thomas Pocklington Trust is a national sight loss charity supporting blind and partially sighted people to live the lives they wish to lead.
We currently have five internship opportunities available across a range of teams. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, with all roles paid at the Living Wage Foundation rate.
We offer internship opportunities within a supportive environment where you will be able to develop numerous workplace skills alongside your day-to-day role. You will have the opportunity to network with other interns on the programme.
The key benefits:
- Comprehensive learning and development programme
- A mentor with lived experience
- Competitive compensation
- Technology training
- Employability support from TPT's Employment Team
- Networking with other visually impaired interns
Personal specification:
- This post has a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful applicant be a person who is blind or partially sighted, in line with The Equality Act 2010.
For specific personal specifications, please visit our website to view each role.
We have the following roles available:
- Employer Engagement and Partnerships Intern
- Employment Intern
- Policy and Campaigns Intern
- SLC Projects Intern
- Volunteer and Participation Intern
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Clean Slate is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as Head of Programmes on a maternity cover basis.
This is a pivotal role responsible for overseeing the delivery of impactful services across all operational departments, ensuring our programmes continue to improve the financial wellbeing, resilience and life opportunities of people on low incomes.
As Head of Programmes, you will provide leadership to managers across the organisation, maintain strong relationships with funders and commissioners, oversee organisational performance and reporting, support business development and programme growth, and ensure that our services remain safe, compliant, effective and sustainable.
This role will suit an experienced leader who combines strategic thinking with strong operational management skills and who is passionate about creating meaningful change for people facing financial hardship.
About Clean Slate
At Clean Slate, we believe everyone should be able to provide for themselves and their family without paying the extra costs associated with poverty.
Our mission is to create meaningful, measurable change for people on low incomes, helping them become better off financially and more in control of their lives through money guidance, employment support and digital inclusion.
Role Overview
As Head of Programmes, you will oversee the successful delivery, performance and development of Clean Slate's services nationally. Working as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will contribute to organisational strategy, support business growth and ensure programmes achieve both their social impact and financial objectives.
You will provide leadership and support to departmental managers, oversee organisational reporting and performance monitoring, maintain relationships with key funders and stakeholders, and ensure that systems, processes and compliance arrangements support high-quality service delivery.
A key element of the role will be identifying opportunities for growth, supporting funding and commissioning opportunities, and ensuring services continue to evolve to meet the needs of the communities we serve.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
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Act as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to organisational strategy, planning and decision-making.
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Lead the implementation of organisational objectives across all programme delivery functions.
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Champion continuous improvement, innovation and service excellence.
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Support the development and implementation of policies, procedures and organisational systems.
Programme Oversight & Operational Management
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Oversee the delivery of all services and programmes, ensuring quality, compliance and impact.
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Support managers to achieve contractual targets, performance objectives and growth ambitions.
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Monitor programme performance, budgets and operational risks.
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Ensure sufficient staffing capacity and effective workforce planning across departments.
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Drive consistency, quality assurance and best practice across all service areas.
Leadership & People Management
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Line manage senior managers and support effective leadership throughout the organisation.
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Promote accountability, performance management and staff development.
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Support managers to identify training needs and implement development plans.
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Foster a positive culture that prioritises staff wellbeing, inclusion and professional growth.
Reporting, Data & Systems
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Oversee organisational performance monitoring and impact measurement.
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Lead reporting for commissioners, funders, trustees and senior leadership.
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Ensure the organisation's CRM and reporting systems are effectively managed and utilised to support performance, compliance and decision-making.
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Use data and insight to inform continuous improvement and organisational development.
Business Development & Partnerships
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Support the development of new programmes, services and funding opportunities.
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Work closely with the Managing Director and fundraising teams on commissioning opportunities, funding applications and growth initiatives.
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Maintain and strengthen relationships with funders, commissioners and strategic partners.
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Represent Clean Slate at external meetings, partnership forums and networking events.
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Support the organisation's reputation as a leading voice on financial wellbeing and poverty reduction.
Governance, Compliance & Risk
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Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, data protection and cyber security requirements.
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Oversee risk management processes and contribute to organisational governance.
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Ensure services operate in line with contractual, regulatory and quality standards.
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Promote a culture of accountability, safeguarding and continuous learning.
About You
We are looking for a strategic and collaborative leader with experience managing complex services, leading managers and driving organisational performance.
You will bring:
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Significant experience leading programmes, services or operational teams.
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Experience managing managers and supporting organisational growth.
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Strong strategic planning and organisational development skills.
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Experience working with funders, commissioners and external stakeholders.
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A track record of delivering impactful services and achieving performance targets.
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Experience overseeing reporting, monitoring, evaluation and quality assurance processes.
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Strong understanding of performance management, compliance and risk management.
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Excellent communication, relationship-building and influencing skills.
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Experience using CRM and reporting systems to support operational delivery and organisational performance.
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A commitment to Clean Slate's mission and values.
Desirable
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Experience within financial inclusion, employability, community development or related sectors.
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Knowledge of commissioning, fundraising or business development.
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Understanding of issues affecting people on low incomes, including financial exclusion and the poverty premium.
Why Join Clean Slate?
This is an opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing organisation that is changing lives across the UK.
You'll help shape strategy, support talented teams, strengthen partnerships and ensure our programmes continue to deliver meaningful, measurable impact for the people and communities we serve.
We want to see a world where people can provide for themselves and their family, where it does not cost more to be poor.


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If you’re looking for a rewarding role helping local people to improve their health and wellbeing, as part of a supportive and award-winning team, then you’re in luck!
We’re hiring for several roles at Live Well Wakefield, a community-based service that supports adults aged 18+ to improve their health, wellbeing and independence. We’re looking for dynamic, compassionate and motivated people to join the team.
About the roles
As a Social Prescriber, you’ll support people one-to-one to identify their needs, set wellbeing goals, and access community-based solutions.
The roles we have available are:
· 1 link worker within the Primary Care Network
· 1 social prescriber within our Trailblazer work (employment support)
· 2 social prescribers within our Healthy Working Life project (employment support)
All roles are fixed term until 31 March 2027 or 30 June 2027. Please review the Job Descriptions and Person Specifications for information related to each role.
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for people who:
· Have experience working with Primary Care and/or have experience supporting individuals around employment
· Have experience in supporting people to improve their health and wellbeing, including those with complex needs, or from diverse communities
· Are confident working independently and within multi-disciplinary teams
· Are good listeners with strong communication and organisational skills
· Are committed to equality, inclusion, and making support accessible to all
· Have a strong understanding of health inequalities and employment issues
· Has a full driving licence and access to a vehicle
What do we offer?
“I love my job and am inspired by the people I work with to continually do my best” - from our 2026 staff survey
· 28 days holiday a year plus bank holidays
· 5% salary contribution to a pension scheme
· Access to Occupational Health
· Access to health service discount schemes, including Blue Light Card
· A range of policies and practices to ensure a supportive and inclusive workplace
· Competitive salary and annual pay reviews
Nova Wakefield District is a local charity that supports Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise organisations in Wakefield District. Nova and South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust deliver Live Well Wakefield, which is commissioned by Wakefield Council and Wakefield’s seven Primary Care Networks.
We are an equal opportunities organisation and invite applications from all sections of the community. It’s important to us that everyone is welcomed and valued in our workplace, so we support staff and applicants in a number of ways.
How to apply
If you’re ready to support us in achieving our goal of creating healthier, more connected communities across Wakefield District, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note these posts requires an Enhanced DBS Check to be carried out.
To apply, visit our website and complete the online application form.
Closes: Sunday 2 August at 9pm
Interviews: will take place in person in Wakefield District on 10-11 August 2026
We're a local charity that supports Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations in Wakefield District to thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Intervention Worker to play a pivotal role in our Criminal Justice Service in Streatham
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
Step into a role where your confidence, compassion and professionalism truly matter. This role supports the operations of an Approved Premises working with high-risk offenders. Responsibilities include engaging with residents, helping prepare meals, supporting sentence plans with probation and police partners, and assisting with admin and activity delivery. The role involves enforcing curfews and drug/alcohol testing requirements, maintaining safety, cleanliness, and well-being at the premises, and ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping. Staff are expected to model respectful behaviour, follow operational procedures, and contribute to a positive, enabling environment in line with Hestia and Ministry of Justice standards.
You'll thrive as part of a supportive team, leading by example and getting involved in practical day‑to‑day tasks such as cooking, gardening and shared activities that help create a stable and enabling environment. Your awareness of safeguarding issues and your ability to respond appropriately will be central to keeping people safe and supported. If you're someone who combines empathy with authority, adaptability with professionalism, and teamwork with initiative, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
The role requires the capacity to maintain firm boundaries and use authority appropriately while working pro‑socially and positively with others, alongside an understanding of the emotional and behavioural impact of trauma and the ability to support people who may display a wide range of emotions, behaviours and communication challenges. It calls for strong engagement and communication skills, a flexible and responsive approach, and an optimistic belief in people's capacity to change. You'll need to learn quickly, gather information effectively and make defensible decisions, as well as accurately receive, process and record detailed information within confidentiality requirements. Working as part of a team is essential, leading by example and taking a practical, hands‑on approach to tasks such as cooking, gardening, household duties and leisure activities. A solid understanding of safeguarding issues and the ability to address them appropriately is also key.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



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As a project co-ordinator you will be responsible for delivering group & 1:1 sessions to boys in primary & secondary schools across inner-London ( age 10-16) using our evidence-based Boys' Development Programme.
You will liaise directly with staff in our agreed partner schools to organise the admin and arrange the group and 1:1 sessions you will deliver in schools. You will collect data/ information for use in our in-house database for monitoring and evaluation.
The post-holder will report to the Head of Programme ( Boys' Development Team) providing support to formulate strategy for developing the work across localities, in line with FMs mission, values and business plan. A key element of the work will be to support new opportunities, identifyingemerging trends and incorporating best practice into current service and having aconfident, positive approach to children and young people.
How to apply:
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You must have the Right to Work in UK (please state this in the cover letter)
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You can access full details in the attached job description and person specification.
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To apply, please complete the attached application form.
Guidance on application:
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Your application will be used to shortlist for interview.
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Closing date: Sunday 2nd of August 2026
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Interviews will be held on Wednesday 12th or Thursday 13th of August
Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
A better future for every boy, every man, and everyone.
MERSEYSIDE YOUTH ASSOCIATION LTD
Is seeking to recruit the following:
Youth Hub Intensive Mentor
(Black, Asian, and Minoritised Communities Engagement)
Hours:
28 per week
(May Include Evening and Weekend Work)
Salary:
£27,391 - £30,103 p.a. (Pro Rata) - MYA Grade 5 Point 17-20
Fixed Term Funded to 31st May 2027
Youth unemployment remains a major challenge, and we're looking for a passionate Youth Hub Mentor to help young people from Black, Asian and Minoritised Communities overcome barriers and move into employment, education and training.
As part of MYA's friendly and energetic Youth Hub team, you'll build relationships in local communities, provide one-to-one mentoring, and connect young people with opportunities that can change their lives.
This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll:
· Deliver outreach and engagement in communities.
· Support young people to build confidence, skills and aspirations.
· Work closely with employers and partners to create opportunities.
· Provide tailored mentoring and support young people into employment.
· Help young people sustain and succeed in work.
We're looking for someone who is approachable, proactive and committed to making a genuine difference.
If you're passionate about supporting young people and tackling inequality, we'd love to hear from you.
Join MYA and help change lives across Liverpool City Region.
Merseyside Youth Association Limited Actively Promotes the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, Young People and Children.
The above post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure,
If you are interested in this post please visit our website and complete the online application.
Please note, CV’s will not be accepted and should not be part of your supporting information.
Closing Date for Completed Applications: Midnight Wednesday 15th July 2026
Merseyside Youth Association Limited is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to maintaining a non-abusive environment
Creating a Positive and Lasting Change in the Lives of Merseyside's Young People
At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Floating Support Worker to play a pivotal role in our Bromley Tenancy Sustainment FSS Service in London.
Sounds great, what will I be doing?
This role focuses on supporting a wide range of individuals within and beyond Bromley to develop independent living skills, maintain their wellbeing, and improve their quality of life. The post holder will carry out assessments based on organisational needs, risks, and aspirations to gain a clear understanding of each service user's situation. From this, they will create, implement, and regularly review personalised support plans, working collaboratively with service users and other professionals. Through key working sessions, the role aims to help individuals sustain independence, maintain their tenancy, and build confidence in managing daily life.
The position also involves encouraging service users to engage in activities that promote both physical and mental wellbeing, as well as supporting access to relevant health services, training, employment, and volunteering opportunities. Building positive relationships is essential to fostering independence and financial security. Additionally, the post holder will be expected to liaise professionally with external agencies to ensure coordinated support, while remaining flexible in undertaking additional duties that contribute to the organisation's aims.
What do I need to bring with me?
You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application.
Here's what the team will be looking for
The role requires demonstrable experience of working with service users facing tenancy challenges, homelessness, or the risk of becoming homeless. Strong awareness of health and safety, particularly around lone working, is essential, along with knowledge of issues such as mental health, drug, and alcohol misuse that commonly affect service users. Candidates should be able to inspire confidence, empower individuals to make informed choices in difficult circumstances, and promote independence while supporting recovery through a range of approaches.
In addition, applicants must be able to work independently with strong time management skills, while also building effective relationships with colleagues and partner professionals. Proficiency in IT and effective communication skills are vital, alongside a clear understanding of safeguarding and the ability to respond appropriately to concerns. The role demands a balance of professional competence, empathy, and resilience to effectively support service users in achieving stability and improved wellbeing.
Interview Steps
We keep our interview process simple, so you know exactly what to expect.
- Shortlisting call: We have a team of dedicated recruitment specialists who will speak to you about your experience, motivations and values. They will also tell you about all the great work we do!
- Face to face interview: Now you will have face to face interview with the hiring manager. Our interviews are value and competency based.
Don't be alarmed if there are other stages in the process, it's all part of the plan for some of our roles.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our services users come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds because it makes us stronger. We are committed to creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the skills, abilities, talent and experiences, different people and communities bring to our organisation.
We are a disability confident employer
Hestia is proud to be a disability confident employer, dedicated to the employment and career development of individuals with disabilities. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the role they have applied for. We also provide reasonable adjustments during the selection and interview process, and throughout your employment with us.
Safeguarding Statement
Hestia is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people who are potentially at risk, and we therefore expect all staff and volunteers to do the same. We require all staff to undertake internal and external safeguarding training throughout their employment with Hestia.
Important Information for Candidates
If your application is successful, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks before a formal offer of employment can be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this job advert early should we receive a high volume of applications or if the position is filled before the closing date. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to ensure their application is considered.
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.



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With its new 2027-2029 strategy about to launch, the Foundation has ambitious plans for the future, including deeper operational involvement in some of its flagship partnerships and supporting well-evidenced, high intensity interventions that ensure fair access to tech-enabled opportunities at a time of AI transition.
In line with this new strategy, the Foundation are working with a co-funder on designing a multi-million pound Fund, set to launch in autumn 2026, that would fund 4-5 UK-based programmes helping low-income non-graduates secure tech jobs. As well as supporting programmes, the Fund will generate research evidence on the tech hiring landscape and implications for social mobility, as well as evidence on which programmes are most effective at securing jobs.
To support these plans, the Foundation is expanding its team to include a new Programme Officer and seeking someone eager to begin or advance their career in the non-profit sector. This newly created role at The Hg Foundation will provide essential support to our Portfolio Leads for Employability and offers an excellent opportunity for professional development in the foundation space. The role is funded for three years initially.
This role would be ideal for someone either in the early stages of their career or looking for a career change, who is keen to establish their experience in the foundation and non-profit sector.
The salary is £35,000 per annum.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 2nd August, 11:59pm. Full details on the role and how to apply (a max 2-page CV plus answers to x4 questions) can be found in the application pack below and on our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
