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About Working Well Trust
Working Well Trust is a mental health and employment charity in London. All of our projects share the aim of improving the lives of people with mental health support needs, learning disabilities and/or complex issues through training and employment.
We are recruiting for a new Service Manager role to support Upskill, Employment Hub and Kingston Supported Employment services. This is a full-time, permanent role working 35 hours per week; we will consider applications for 28 hours/4 days.
What you’ll be doing
You will provide collaborative and motivational leadership, ensuring our services deliver agreed outcomes while maintaining a client-led approach.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing day-to-day operations and resolving issues as they arise.
- Leading service planning, implementation and delivery in line with contractual requirements.
- Building relationships with health, employment, community and funding partners.
- Monitoring contractual outcomes, delivery timescales, quality standards and key performance indicators.
- Representing Working Well Trust at contract performance meetings.
- Supporting Team Leads to develop performance and quality improvement plans.
- Using audits, reviews and client feedback to improve service quality.
- Working with the Finance Manager and budget holders to support effective budget management.
- Ensuring accurate data collection and completion of contract monitoring reports.
- Supporting staff wellbeing, occupational health cases, reasonable adjustments and effective attendance management.
- Providing senior management cover and supporting safeguarding and risk escalation.
- Recruiting, supervising and developing Team Leads alongside the HR Advisor.
- Promoting consistent induction, supervision, appraisal, training and continuous learning.
- Working with senior colleagues on organisational strategy, business planning, co-production and cross-service improvements.
What you’ll need
We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:
- Experience managing employment support, community or comparable services.
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Experience monitoring contracts, performance, quality and service outcomes.
- Confidence working with funders, partners and senior stakeholders.
- The ability to analyse data and use it to improve services.
- Sound judgement when managing wellbeing, performance, safeguarding and operational risk.
- A collaborative, organised and client-focused approach.
- Commitment to Working Well Trust’s values, policies and procedures.
What we offer
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30 days annual leave plus public holidays (FTE)
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Paid company closed days at the end of the year (FTE)
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Flexible, paid Wellbeing Hour every fortnight (FTE)
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6% employer pension contribution
Working Well Trust is an equal opportunities employer and Confident about Disabilities.
What’s next
Before you apply, please note the following:
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We actively recruit and carefully review all applications. Due to rapid service expansion, we have onboarded 20 external hires in the last six months.
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To ensure we can best support the people and communities we serve, we progress applications only where candidates provide meaningful answers to the screening questions.
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Career development is real here: in the past year, 10 colleagues have progressed internally into Senior roles, Project Lead, Team Lead, and Operations Manager positions. We value ambition and celebrate progression.
If you are ready to help us build a service that supports people into meaningful work, click Apply to submit your CV and answer the screening questions. Telephone and final interviews will be confirmed.
Start your application today and take the next step in a rewarding career.
Please upload your CV and answer the screening questions, the cover letter is an optional addition. Please make sure you have highlighted in your application how you meet the person specification for this position.
At Working Well Trust, our mission is to support people experiencing mental health challenges and/or are neurodiverse on their employment journey.
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Contract: 9-month Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £29,849 - £35,493
Closing Date: Tuesday 11th August 2026
Interviews will be held week commencing 17th August 2026
Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for a Supporter Care Officer to join our Fundraising Strategy & Operations Team based in London on a 9-month fixed term basis.
About us
We help vulnerable young people by giving them the practical and emotional support they need to find a job and live independently. Centrepoint provides homeless young people with accommodation, health support and life skills in order to get them back into education, training and employment. We want to end youth homelessness by 2037.
Together with our partners, we support over 16,000 young people each year.
About the role
The Fundraising Strategy and Operations team delivers high quality operations support to the wider Fundraising Directorate including Strategic Liaison with Service teams, Compliance, Supporter Journeys and Communications, and Supporter Care.
The role sits within our friendly and dedicated Supporter Care team. In addition to providing operations support to the Fundraising Directorate, the team provides a high standard of customer service to Centrepoint supporters and members of the public.
The role works alongside two other Officers and the team Manager to help steward and grow our compassionate supporter base, securing Centrepoint’s long term future, and enabling us to reach our strategic goals through helping to maximise fundraised income and increase donor loyalty.
The role involves working independently, collaborating with colleagues and third-party suppliers, and using a variety of technical systems to fulfil a range of supporter-related responsibilities.
These include, but are not limited to, liaising with existing and prospective supporters, managing fundraising complaints, processing donations, processing supporter data; and ensuring all tasks are carried out in compliance with GDPR, Data Protection, and other regulatory requirements.
There is also the opportunity to work on projects, volunteer at events, and participate in a range of training to support personal and professional development.
About you
- Experience of working in Supporter Care or customer focused team
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to plan and work to tight deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
- Ability to work well with others and on your own initiative
- Ability to investigate and resolve problems
- Ability to be flexible and switch between tasks as needed
- Literate in IT with experience of using MS Office – prior CRM use (e.g. Raiser’s Edge) is desirable
- Basic understanding of GDPR and Data Protection
What you’ll be doing
- Interacting with existing and prospective supporters via multiple communication channels
- Resolving complaints in line with our policy, escalating feedback where necessary
- Listening to and quality checking calls handled by the third-party contact centre
- Supporting with required training of the third-party contact centre call handling team
- Processing fundraising donations
- Maintaining supporter records on the Raiser’s Edge CRM system
- Helping to ensure team processes are accurate, efficient, and up to date
- Helping to ensure the team meets its service SLAs and KPIs
- Maintaining a good understanding and working knowledge of new sector regulations
- Supporting the delivery of strategic projects in line with the Supporter Care strategy
Why join Centrepoint?
In return for your efforts, you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including:
- 25 days of annual leave per year, rising by one day per year to a maximum of 27 days
- Healthcare cash plan (Cover the costs of a wide range of medical treatment including Dental, Optical, Complementary and Alternative therapies).
- Private Medical insurance
- Income protection
- Employer pension contributions of 5%
- Access to Cycle 2 Work loan scheme
- An interest-free travel loan
At Centrepoint we challenge the discrimination within society that contributes to youth homelessness, and we are just as committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint itself. We are passionate about ensuring all of our colleagues are made to feel included in the work we do and that we value the rich diversity within the organization.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part time or shift workers, being HIV positive or living with AIDS, lived experience of homelessness or using young people’s services and any other matter which causes a person to be treated with injustice.
Centrepoint’s policy is to recruit, employ and promote people on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed, and to this end, our aim is to ensure that all applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment.
Our approach to applications
We recognise that candidates may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support their applications. While this is absolutely fine, all examples and statements included must be truthful, accurate and based on your own experience.
We’re keen to understand your individual skills, experience and motivations, so please ensure your application reflects your own voice.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join our team as a fixed term Supporter Care Officer click ‘Apply’ now!
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About the team
The Philanthropy Team raises income for Impetus and for Impetus partner charities. The team consists of 15 staff. Impetus has an annual income of c.£11 million which we are looking to grow significantly within the next few years. The team is led by two Directors of Philanthropy and Partnerships.
The Philanthropy Team works with major donors, corporates and grant making trusts, as well as collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation to ensure we make a compelling case to generate new financial commitments and wider support for our work. The team also deliver a high-quality engagement programme of volunteering and pro bono for Impetus’s corporate supporters.
Impetus is driven by a shared belief in tackling the barriers that hold back young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in education and employment. Alongside investing extensive financial and non-financial support in our charity partners through our Investment Team we also seek to influence decision makers to design and implement evidence led policy and direct new resources to get young people the support they need through our Public Affairs team. We are resolutely focused on outcomes, driven by quality evidence.
You would be joining a team that is passionate, ambitious, determined and warm. We care deeply for our colleagues, our charity partners and the young people we serve.
About this role
The Engagement Manager is an experienced professional who plays a key role in supporting donor engagement across all Impetus donors, enabling the team to provide best practice and high-quality donor stewardship and a platform for the renewal of key philanthropic gifts.
The Engagement function is responsible for pro bono and volunteering. Reporting to the Head of Engagement, the Engagement Manager is responsible for supporting the successful delivery and continuous improvement of the volunteering programme, ensuring it delivers high-quality opportunities, contributes to agreed KPIs and evolves in line with the needs of funders and the organisation.
The postholder will account manage key relationships with mid-level supporters and internal stakeholders, working across teams to deliver meaningful and well-coordinated engagement opportunities. They will contribute to identifying and developing new opportunities for the volunteering and pro bono programmes that respond to funder interests and portfolio needs.
In addition, they will manage relationships with mid-level pro bono supporters, taking them through the full pro bono journey from project matching and onboarding through to stewardship and ongoing support.
This is a cross-functional role that collaborates closely with the Investment team, wider Philanthropy team, Public Affairs team and other stakeholders to ensure a consistent and excellent donor experience.
Key responsibilities
Volunteering programme
- Account manage relationships linked to volunteering across corporates, individuals and grant-making trusts, ensuring engagement is maintained and escalating strategic issues or risks where appropriate.
- Support or lead meetings, alongside fundraising account managers where appropriate, with funders to understand their volunteering interests and contribute to the development of suitable engagement opportunities.
- Support account managers in ensuring consistent donor engagement throughout annual giving cycles, including tracking, reporting, and communications.
- Contribute to the development of the volunteering function to ensure the programme offers a range of high-quality opportunities suitable for different funder types and aligned to organisational priorities.
- Identify and suggest new volunteering opportunities based on charity needs and funder interests, working with the Head of Engagement to ensure strategic alignment across the programme.
- Lead delivery of the mentoring programme within agreed plans and frameworks.
- Where necessary, support delivery of the volunteering programme (i.e workshops), ensuring it delivers high-quality engagement activities, contributes to agreed KPIs and continues to develop in response to organisational and funder needs.
- Build and manage effective working relationships across the Investment team, Philanthropy team and other stakeholders to ensure volunteering opportunities are well scoped, coordinated and delivered effectively.
- Work with the Head of Engagement to coordinate needs across the Engagement team, liaise closely with the Investment team and portfolio contacts, and plan and deliver a high-quality programme of volunteering opportunities.
- Ensure communications with donors and external partners are clear, timely, compelling and aligned with agreed messaging.
- Line manage the Engagement Officer, providing support, guidance and oversight to enable effective delivery. Where necessary, lead volunteering delivery sessions when cover is required.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in Salesforce, including pipeline activity, reporting and key relationship updates.
Pro Bono programme
- Support the identification, prospecting and conversion of new pro bono supporters, aligned with the needs of portfolio charities and Impetus, including attending meetings with prospective supporters.
- Manage relationships with mid-level pro bono funders, supporting delivery across the full engagement process from identifying suitable projects and matching opportunities through to onboarding, delivery and stewardship.
- Work with the Head of Engagement, internal teams and charity partners to scope projects and support matching pro bono funders to suitable opportunities.
- Support the onboarding and ongoing management of pro bono partners, ensuring clear communication and a high-quality supporter experience.
- Monitor the progress and quality of pro bono projects, gather feedback and identify improvements to strengthen delivery and impact.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in Salesforce, including pipeline activity, reporting and key relationship updates.
Other
- Support the development and implementation of efficient processes and systems within the Philanthropy team, with a focus on consistency and effectiveness.
- Work in line with best practices and agreed processes, policies and standards across all engagement activities.
- Share insights and learnings internally and externally to support continuous improvement.
- Work in line with Impetus’ strategy, policies, and procedures.
- Attend and support delivery of Impetus events as needed.
- Support the Philanthropy team as required with ad hoc duties.
- Provide cover for aspects of the Head of Engagement role when required.
- Represent the Philanthropy team in cross-functional projects and working groups, contributing to delivery and collaboration.
Person specification
Essential
- Experience of delivering or managing successful engagement, volunteering or fundraising activities, including tracking performance against objectives or KPIs.
- Familiarity with the fundraising landscape, including a good understanding of the corporate donor marketplace.
- Strong account management experience, including managing external partners or funders and building effective relationships across internal teams.
- Experience managing across the donor lifecycle, and identifying and developing opportunities that meet stakeholder needs.
- Experience of developing opportunities for diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to understand and communicate complex ideas and information, including Impetus model.
- Experience working with skilled volunteers or pro bono partners, including supporting relationships through the full lifecycle from scoping or matching through to delivery and stewardship.
- A collaborative working style, comfortable working across teams with a commitment to working in a collaborative and inclusive way to achieve shared objectives.
- Experience of managing and developing staff, including setting clear objectives, providing regular feedback and creating development opportunities. Able to adapt management style to support colleagues at different levels of seniority and experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience delivering workstreams or programmes within agreed plans and KPIs.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to devise donor engagement plans and use project/account plans, budgets, and other financial information.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and manager a busy and varied workload.
- Ability to look beyond own area of expertise and be pro-active and creative in problem solving.
- Ability to make operational decisions and escalate strategic issues where appropriate.
- IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce).
- A commitment to Impetus’ mission.
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
- Knowledge of the sector – education and employment.
- Knowledge and understanding of the needs of a young person, charities, and corporates.
- Experience of working with young people.
About Impetus
At Impetus, our focus is on helping young people achieve positive education and employment outcomes to increase their chance of leading fulfilling and successful lives, irrespective of their background.
We tackle the three most difficult challenges that affect a young person’s ability to succeed in life in Britain today:
- Lost learning through absence, suspensions, exclusions from school
- Stagnation in education attainment outcomes, which means many are missing out on key qualifications like GCSE English and maths
- The large numbers of young people out of education, training and employment
We use our deep expertise and high calibre networks to give the best non-profits working in these sectors the essential ingredients to have a real and lasting impact on the young people they serve.
Through a powerful combination of long-term funding, direct capacity building support from our experienced team and our pro bono partners, alongside research and policy influencing to drive lasting systems change, we work towards a society where all young people can thrive in school, pass their exams and unlock the doors to sustained employment, for a fulfilling life.
We are resolutely focused on outcomes and impact, driven by quality evidence.
You would be joining a team that is passionate, rigorous, determined, creative and warm. We care deeply for our colleagues, our portfolio partners and the young people we serve.
Impetus is a registered charity and our charity number is 1152262.
Our Values
In 2022 the Impetus staff agreed the following set of Values to act as our guiding principles as an organisation and help us to remain focused on achieving our mission to support young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
We are brave and curious
We are bold and brave in our pursuit of better outcomes for young people. We lead with curiosity and stay open to new perspectives. We support one another to take considered risks and learn together.
We bring high trust, high challenge
We build strong, long-term relationships through honesty, kindness, integrity, and respect. We create the space for open, constructive challenge, where colleagues, partners and supporters feel safe to speak up, hold each other to account, and bring their best in pursuit of our mission.
We are evidence led and results driven for young people
We pursue excellence for the young people we work with, are wholly committed to better outcomes, unapologetically results driven, and accountable for our actions.
We thrive through diversity
We seek to embed diversity of thought, background and experience in every aspect of our work. We are open, thoughtful and proactive in better understanding and challenging our assumptions to better deliver the change we seek.
We always seek collaboration
We will not succeed alone. We seek meaningful, productive partnerships with others to achieve our mission and drive systems change for young people.
Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
We believe that a diverse workforce leads to an organisation that is more open, creative and gets better results.
We want our team at Impetus to represent the diversity of the people and communities we serve. We also want our team to be one where different experiences, expertise and perspectives are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to grow and develop.
We want to reach a diverse pool of candidates. We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that potential employees may need to in order to be successful.
We recognise the importance of a good work/life balance. We do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including working from home, working part-time job shares and other arrangements.
Please just let us know in your application or at any stage throughout the process (and beyond) if these are options you’d like to explore.
Impetus is an equal opportunity employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. We value diversity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our employee benefits
Impetus appreciates the invaluable contribution made by all employees and wishes to encourage and reward loyalty, motivation and experience. We therefore offer a range of benefits and policies which aim to assist employees during various stages of their lives and careers. For more information on these, please download the job information pack from our website.
How to apply
Please click on the "Apply for this job" button.
You will need to:
- Complete the online form (including the equal opportunities monitoring form).
- Upload a comprehensive CV and supporting statement.
The supporting statement should be no more than two sides of A4 and should address the criteria in the person specification.
You should also include the contact details of two referees, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer. Referees will only be approached with your express permission.
As part of our commitment to flexible working we will consider a range of options for the successful applicant. All options can be discussed at interview stage.
The deadline for applications is Sunday 23rd August 2026, 11:59pm.
Interviews:
1st Interviews will take place on w/c 31st August 2026.
2nd Interviews will take place on w/c 7th September 2026.
You will also be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK.
Personal Data
Your personal data will be shared for the purposes of the recruitment exercise. This includes our HR team, interviewers (who may include other partners in the project and independent advisors), relevant team managers and our IT service provider if access to the data is necessary for performance of their roles. We do not share your data with other third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. We will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you. We do not transfer your data outside the European Economic Area.
Impetus transforms the lives of young people from disadvantaged backgrounds by ensuring they get support to succeed in school, in work and in life.

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About us
The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high quality, evidence-informed teacher education, and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system.
At the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT), we believe teaching is a fundamental societal good and both a privilege and a responsibility. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Student Support Officer to support in the areas of disability and inclusion for our Initial Teacher Education programmes and on behalf of our partners for the High Performance Initial Teacher Training programme.
About the role
This is an important new role reporting to the Student Support Lead (Disability and Inclusion). The post-holder will provide support and advice to trainees with a wide range of needs, including disabilities such as SpLD, autism and ADHD, as well as mental health conditions. They will write Reasonable Adjustment Plans (RAPs), work with partners to ensure agreed support is implemented effectively, escalate cases where appropriate, and contribute insight to help strengthen student support, inclusion and wellbeing practice across NIoT. Above all, the role is focused on enabling an outstanding student experience.
If you are passionate about student wellbeing and motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in teacher development, we would love to hear from you.
Essential Criteria:
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Experience of delivering one-to-one support to a range of learners with disabilities and other additional needs, including writing support plans.
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A strong understanding of the Equality Act (2010) and other relevant legislation related to disability rights and accommodations.
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Familiarity with Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) and Access to Work
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Excellent understanding of reasonable adjustments and the creation of tailored plans, including knowledge of adjustments to assessments, learning and teaching.
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Educated to degree level and/or significant relevant experience.
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Ability to provide sensitive and empathetic support to trainees regarding their disability and welfare support needs.
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A commitment to the aims of the National Institute of Teaching.
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An interest in the education sector and a belief in the value of teachers and school leaders.
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
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Knowledge of data protection regulations and best practices in handling sensitive information.
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Proficient in the use of MS Office software packages, such as Word, Excel and Outlook, as well as search engines and online databases.
Desirable Criteria:
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Previous experience delivering disability and/or mental health support in a higher education setting, such as a Disability, Mentoring or Wellbeing Service.
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Further postgraduate training related to student support, such as Study Skills, Mentoring, SEND, disability support.
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Experience of working in or with the Initial Teacher Education (ITE) sector.
Key benefits:
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Flexible & Hybrid working
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At least 27 days’ holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays)
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Local Government Pension Scheme
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Comprehensive employee benefits including enhanced parental leave
The National Institute of Teaching is committed to creating a diverse environment and ensuring that all qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices and are open to job shares, secondments, part-time, and flexible working schedules.
We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities.
Contract: Fixed term for 4 years due to funding.
Location: Within commutable distance of one of our campuses in Beckenham, Birmingham, Blackburn, Doncaster, Redcar, Bristol or Bradford.
How to apply
For more information and to apply online, please visit our vacancies page.
Closing date: 4.00pm on 27 August 2026.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Candidates must already have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
This post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children’s Barred List Check and Occupational Health Check is required as a condition of employment.
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Join our team as our new Fruitful Cafe Supervisor, helping to mould our Fruitful Cafe into a pillar of our community and the training employer of choice for adults with learning disabilities in London.
As our Café Supervisor, you'll play a key role in helping people take their next steps into work in the hospitality industry. Reporting to the Fruitful Café Project Manager, you'll supervise the day-to-day running of the café, support and manage the team, and make sure we continue to deliver a great experience for everyone who visits.
You'll work closely with the Fruitful Development Worker and our café crew to help trainees build their skills, confidence and experience in a real working café. Every day, you'll support up to four trainees as they gain paid work experience in hospitality while serving around 50 customers.
The closing date for applications is the 21st August.
Empowering adults with learning disabilities to achieve their ambitions.

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We are looking for a creative, organised and experienced media and communications professional to join our External Affairs team within the Policy and External Affairs Directorate.
The Senior Media & Communications Manager will manage our press office and lead our media engagement activity to support our strategic impact and communications objectives, aligned to our business plan and wider corporate strategy.
You will use your skills and experience to help engage a range of media outlets on our expertise, insights and evidence on youth employment, placing our spokespeople appropriately for a variety of opportunities.
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You will also work closely with wider External Affairs colleagues and teams across the organisation to build our corporate impact narrative.
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At a time when youth employment is a high priority for Government and the news agenda, the post holder must also be able to demonstrate policy and political literacy and high comfort levels when working with policy, research and public affairs colleagues.
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This role is perfect for a proactive and agile professional with strong writing skills, who is excellent at building relationships internally and externally and able to engage external stakeholders and partners.
At a time when the youth employment agenda is so prominent, this role presents an exciting opportunity to be part of Youth Futures’ mission to help every young person achieve good work.
This role can be based at our Birmingham, Leeds or London hub. We currently operate a hybrid model of two-days per week in the office and three-days from home.
Please download our recruitment pack for more information on this opportunity.
Due to receiving high volumes of interest in our opportunities, this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised deadline. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.
We are the national What Works Centre for youth employment, with a specific focus on marginalised young people.



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This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop Build Studios – a small and dynamic built environment charity – and Build Workspace – the charity’s central London co-working space in Waterloo.
This role could suit an experienced sector leader looking for a leadership role, or a rising leader ready to step up.
Working closely with our dedicated Board of Directors and our small team, you will lead the development of the charity, oversee development and delivery of projects and identify new opportunities, partners and funders.
You will also oversee the smooth running of the co-working space, delivering a high quality service to members and promoting a collaborative environment for a diverse group of small and start-up practices.
The role is a part time opportunity (2 days/week) with the potential to expand. Salary £60,000 FTE (pro rated to 2 days/week - £24,000 per annum)
About us
Build Studios is a charity that works to inspire the next generation about the built environment through collaboration and learning. We have been working from our central London base in Waterloo since we were established nearly ten years ago.
We work with our community to improve awareness, access and aspiration for young people to careers in the sector. This takes place through outreach work with schools, careers enrichment and events.
Our engagement with young people takes place at a number of points in their school journey – from our ‘Healthy Homes’ programme with primary pupils, built environment careers enrichment with secondary aged students and digital design for sixth formers – inspiring them about the importance of good city design to their everyday lives. We continue this engagement into the world of work through Alternative Practice, our community of students and young workers, who come together through events and activities, to collaborate with others from across the sector.
Our workspace company, Build Workspace, provides co-working space, support services and events for start-ups and small businesses in the built environment sector.
We aim to attract entrepreneurs, creative young businesses, self-employed specialists and freelancers, providing an affordable, collaborative workspace in a central location, right next to Waterloo and the South Bank.
Profits from the co-working space are ploughed back into the charity.
About You
You will be
- Passionate about the built environment and knowledgeable about the sector
- Experienced in managing people and projects
- Experienced in managing finance and budgets
- Willing to take a hands-on and proactive role across all aspects of the running of a small organisation
- Proficient in presenting and advocating for an organisation or cause
- Able to demonstrate successful fundraising and business development experience
You may also be
- Experienced in developing projects and programmes
- Experienced in working with boards or committees
We actively encourage applications from under-represented groups.
Job Description
The role will involve the following:
Line management: managing and developing Build Studios and Build Workspace’s small staff team, with access to retained HR support agency. Leading annual appraisals and regular 1:1s.
Governance : managing the annual cadence of quarterly board meetings, AGM and associated companies house and charity commission filing, liaising closely with the boards of directors of both companies.
Business Planning: annual business planning, working with the board, staff team and other stakeholders to develop an ambitious annual plan in line with Build Studios five year strategic plan.
Budgeting and financial management: production of annual budget, working closely with the Treasurer and Chairs of Build Studios and Build Workspace; quarterly monitoring of financial performance in liaison with accountants; day to day management of project budgets and payments.
Fundraising: Leading fundraising bids with relevant grant funding bodies, developing new programmes in line with their (and Build Studios’) strategic priorities. Approaching sponsors for financial support, making a compelling case for investment.
Project management: Taking a lead role in managing projects, ensuring delivery, reporting and impact measurement are conducted in line with funder requirements and our own standards.
Communications and marketing: Supporting the team with delivering strong communications and marketing through our various channels (website, LinkedIn, Instagram, newsletters). Engaging external agency/freelance support where appropriate. Working with the operational team to deliver timely and effective communications to members in the Workspace.
Operations: Working with operations team to ensure high quality management of the workspace, having oversight of health and safety, space management systems and software and landlord liaison, and maintaining a healthy pipeline of prospective members. Ensuring appropriate operational cover is in place for the workspace during staffed hours.
Engagement: Building positive relationships with Build Studios and Build Workspace members and partners, seeking mutually beneficial opportunities to develop profile and engagement, through events and collaborations.
Other information
The contract of employment will be with Build Workspace, but the post-holder will work across both Build Studios and Build Workspace.
We would expect at least one of the two days to be worked on site at Build Studios (Waterloo, London). The remaining day can be worked flexibly at the office or from home.
Build Studios is actively seeking additional funding from grants and sponsors to grow our outreach and engagement programmes. Future successful funding bids will enable this role to be extended to more days beyond the core 2 days/week.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a full DBS check.
The role has 25 days paid annual leave (pro rated to 10 days for 2 day/week role) plus bank holidays. Additionally 5 days’ paid sick leave (pro rated to 2 days for 2 day/week role).
How to apply
Please apply with CV and covering letter, demonstrating how you would be well suited to the role, to Helen Santer
Closing date for applications: Friday 21st August at 5.00pm
Interviews are scheduled for 1st and 2nd September.
We will offer written feedback to all candidates shortlisted for interview.
No agencies please.
Build Studios is a charity that works to inspire the next generation about the built environment through collaboration and learning.
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Hillside Clubhouse is recruiting an IPS Employment Specialist to join our dynamic Islington team, supporting people with mental health conditions to gain and retain employment. The IPS Employment Specialists within the Islington IPS Service work within the nationally recognised IPS (Individual Placement and Support) model within NHS secondary and primary care mental health teams, based in the heart of Islington.
Who We Are:
Hillside Clubhouse is a co-produced mental health employment support charity working across Islington. We support people with mental health conditions into training, volunteering, and employment opportunities. People can access our services via our Clubhouse, where they can share their skills and expertise with others and support the running of the charity. Alternatively, they can receive support out in the community from one of our Employment Specialists based within NHS mental health teams.
The Role:
We are recruiting for one IPS Employment Specialist role within our Islington IPS Service. This position will be based within the North London NHS Foundation Trust mental health services in the borough of Islington.
As an IPS Employment Specialist, you’ll play an important role in supporting people with lived mental health experience on their recovery journey by supporting them back into paid employment. This is an opportunity to offer ongoing support, to motivate and provide people with hope, while developing the tools and skills required to recover – ultimately transforming their lives.
A variety of skills are needed in this post including but not limited to: a strong ability to develop empathy and rapport with clients; a determined approach to seeking out job opportunities; a person centric-approach to working with people; strong communications skills to motivate clients; strong administrative capabilities and an attention to detail engage with prospective employers via business development and face-to-face meetings, as well as to be able to challenge some perceptions around mental health.
The postholder will be directly employed by Hillside Clubhouse but work under an Honorary Contract from the North London NHS Foundation Trust. They will be managed directly by the IPS Operations Manager but work as team member within the clinical team. The role is dynamic and involves being integrated in a clinical team, working within the community, and we operate a flexible working policy where working from home is also permitted up to two days per week.
Overall Aim:
To enable people with mental health issues to gain and sustain competitive employment by working within the evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model.
Duties:
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for a full description.
Application Instructions:
We are a Disability Confident employer and actively encourage applications from people with lived experience of mental health conditions.
Hillside Clubhouse is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and strongly encourage applications from those who experience discrimination and / or prejudice based on their race, ethnicity or immigration status, women, new parents, people with disabilities and LGBTQI+ people.
All job offers are dependent on satisfactory references and a DBS check. The successful candidate will also be required to attend mandatory Safeguarding Adults, Children & Young People training.
The recruitment process will be an assessment centre approach, including a task, role play and individual interview. We envision the whole process lasting no more than 90 minutes.
We run a varied programme of activities and support to rebuild confidence, re-engage with your community and rediscover a sense of purpose.



Poplar HARCA is an award-winning housing and regeneration organisation with a national reputation for innovative urban and social regeneration.
We invest heavily in our community programme and one area of our work in the community is supporting residents into employment and training opportunities. We run several programmes dedicated to supporting particular vulnerable groups who are furthest away from the jobs marketing, facing barriers to gaining the skills they need to get work.
As an Employment & Training Officer you will deliver employment and training related information, advice and guidance to clients to enable them to develop the skills and confidence to access work experience, training courses or Further Education. You will proactively outreach at external locations and partner agencies to ensure high take up of opportunities offered through the Employment and Training Team. You will secure employment outcomes for clients through provision of IAG, job brokerage, training and complementary support. You will also engage with employers and partner agencies to secure job opportunities, apprenticeships and work experience placements and broker these for clients.
What you will need:
- Proven track record or delivering employment and training related Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) to unemployed people on a 1-2 or small group basis
- Knowledge of welfare and employment related benefits
- Experience of creating quality CVs, Supporting Statements and job applications
- Ability to support clients with multiple and complex needs and an understanding of the barriers they face
- Ability to coach and motivate clients
The Company
Poplar HARCA is an award-winning housing and regeneration community association based in East London. We own and manage over 10,000 homes and invest around £4m each year in community regeneration.
We’re all about creating opportunities for people in Poplar and Bow. From building new homes, to bringing people together through community events and upskilling residents through training and development opportunities.
We’re looking for people to match our passion and help us make a difference. If you’re ready to collaborate, use your skills, and help transform our corner of east London, we want to hear from you.
Benefits
- 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays and 3 extra days off between Christmas and the New Year
- Health cash plan covering medical, dental, wellness and vision
- Opportunity to join a pension scheme with generous employer contributions
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Due to the nature of this post, employment in this role is dependent on a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Closing date: Friday 31st July 2026 (5.00pm).
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Are you looking for a career move where you can use your key working and communication skills to help create homes and schemes that we can all be proud? Then join us as a Part Time Supported Housing Officer.
At Sapphire Independent Housing we are on an exciting journey. We have grown the business, expanded and diversified so that we can deliver much needed accommodation and services in London and Hertsmere.
Now we’re seeking a Supported Housing Officer to provide effective support to residents through individual support plans, with the aim of promoting independent living.
You will be helping to deliver good practice across the service, including assessing clients’ suitability for acceptance to the hostel, advising them of welfare benefits, housing, training and employment opportunities – and working with them to produce outcome focused support plans.
To join us as a Supported Housing Officer, we’re looking for:
• Experience in supported housing, with a thorough knowledge of welfare benefits, including housing benefit, and a proactive approach to rent arrears.
• Experience of assisting vulnerable people to identify personal goals through proactive and outcome focused support planning.
• Ability to deal positively and innovatively with clients exhibiting challenging behaviour, to build good working relationships, and to identify and assess risk.
• Experience of maximising income through dealing with housing benefit and welfare benefits.
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload, meet deadlines and keep records.
• Ability to analyse and evaluate data and produce clear and concise reports.
• Ability to communicate, negotiate and influence – verbally and in writing.
• Willingness to work shifts on a 7-days rota system.
As an Investors in People Gold employer this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive business that encourages employee development and growth from within. We offer a generous benefits package including interest free season ticket and bike loan scheme, private health and life insurance.
Appointments are subject to Sapphire Independent Housing receiving an enhanced DBS check which we consider acceptable.
To apply please email your CV and supporting statement (please note any applications without accompanying supporting statement will automatically be rejected).
Closing date for return of completed application: 5pm Friday 14th August 2026
Interviews: w/c 17th August 2026
Sapphire is a charitable registered housing provider. We welcome all applications and value diversity in our workforce.
Sapphire's mission is to provide homes to improve lives and enable people to live independently.
Job title: Chief Executive
Organisation: ILPA
Contract Type: 5 days per week/ permanent
Salary: Market rate
Location: Hybrid (London, Remote)
Application Deadline: 9.00am, Monday 10 August 2026
About the role and how to apply:
Overview:
The Chief Executive is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, management, and sustainability of ILPA. They will:
- Develop and deliver ILPA’s organisational and project strategies with the Committee of Trustees.
- Lead and support the staff team, fostering a values-based, high-performing culture.
- Oversee ILPA’s day-to-day operations and financial sustainability.
- Ensure accountability to and engagement with ILPA’s members.
- Support the Committee of Trustees in fulfilling its governance responsibilities.
- Work collaboratively with the Director of Policy and Advocacy and their legal team to improve immigration, asylum, and nationality law, policy, and practice.
How to apply:
For futher details on how to apply, please see the job pack attached.
Applications from individuals only – no agencies. Please do not use artificial intelligence in writing your supporting statement.
Equal Opportunities Monitoring
ILPA is committed to promoting equality and diversity. To help us raise awareness and support a culture that is diverse and recognises and develops the potential of all, we need to appreciate the profile of candidates who apply for positions. We would therefore be most grateful if you would complete the equality monitoring survey attached and return with your application. This information will be treated confidentially and anonymously. The information provided does not form part of the decision-making process and will not affect your application.
For more information about this role and detailed specifications, please see the job pack attached.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Youth Employment UK is seeking a Senior Policy Officer to join our Policy and Research department at an important moment for youth employment policy.
The Senior Policy Officer will strengthen Youth Employment UK’s policy and insight capacity by helping gather, analyse and communicate evidence from young people, employers, members and the wider youth employment system.
Working with the Policy and Research Director, the role will support Youth Employment UK to develop high-quality policy positions, recommendations, briefings and reports, and to strengthen our reputation as a leading source of insight and practical solutions for youth employment.
This is a policy-focused role with strong research literacy. It is not a technical academic research post, but the postholder will need to be confident in interpreting evidence, drawing out implications, writing clearly, and translating insight into practical recommendations for different audiences.
Summary of responsibilities
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Monitor, analyse and respond to youth employment-related policy developments through written briefings, articles, guidance and formal evidence submissions.
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Support the development of Youth Employment UK policy positions, recommendations and messages
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Work with Youth Ambassadors and young people to gather insight that informs policy positions, reports and recommendations
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Support delivery of our Youth Voice Census by writing up findings for a wide range of audiences
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Support Youth Employment UK’s Good Youth Employment Benchmark by conducting employer interviews and writing employer-facing reports.
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Support Youth Employment UK’s public affairs activity, including APPG, Connected Communities and other policy forums.
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Work closely with the Policy and Research Director, Policy and Research Coordinator and wider team in an agile, fast-paced working environment
About you
We are looking for someone with strong policy judgement, excellent writing skills, professional curiosity and a commitment to improving systems for young people.
You will bring:
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Experience in policy, public affairs, research, youth employment, education, skills, employment support, social policy or a related area
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Research literacy and confidence working with evidence, data, reports and lived experience insight
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Ability to turn complex information into clear briefings, recommendations and practical outputs
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Confidence in engaging with a range of stakeholders, such as young people, employers, members, policymakers, charities, NGOs, think tanks or public bodies.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to adapt communication to a wide range of audiences
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A high level of self and project management skill, able to work effectively as part of a team and independently
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A clear passion for improving education, employment and transitions outcomes for young people through policy activity.
A full overview of responsibilities in the role and person criteria can be seen in the attached job description.
What we will provide to you
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Competitive salary.
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Standard company pension.
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25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 26 days after 12 months’ service.
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2 volunteering days per year.
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2 additional wellbeing days per year.
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Onsite parking, available on a first come, first served basis.
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Personal development opportunities.
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Free breakfast and lunch options when in the office.
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Team activities and events.
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Dog-friendly office.
Please note that this is a full-time (37.5 hour) role, with some flexibility over working hours. Our main office is in Kettering, right next to the train station. However, we are open to discussing remote and hybrid working arrangements with the right candidate.
Please upload your CV and a cover letter of no more than two pages to CharityJobs.
Your cover letter should explain your relevant experience, motivation for applying, and how your skills align with the role. We encourage applicants to use clear subheadings linked to the role requirements.
The deadline for applications is Thursday August 20th at 5pm.
Candidates who submit a successful application will be invited to an initial, informal first interview. This will be held remotely online on Friday 28th August with each last 30 minutes.
Candidates who are successful in the first interview stage will be invited to a second, in-person interview at our offices in Kettering. This interview will involve a task relevant to the role, a compete
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
GARAS is recruiting a Refugee Resettlement Officer to support the significant expansion of our Refugee Programme through the UKRS and ARAP Resettlement Schemes. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for someone interested in gaining first-hand experience working on the frontline of a fast-paced, client-facing charity.
The successful candidate will contribute to the effective and efficient operation of our Refugee Resettlement Team, which offers comprehensive advice and support to refugees from various backgrounds.
This is an immensely rewarding role, working in a dynamic charity building on an ethos of care and inclusivity. We are looking for an exceptional individual, committed to go the extra mile and convey our passion to support and transform the lives of refugees in our care.
Job Summary
The purpose of the job is to assist individuals and families in their resettlement into life in Gloucestershire. Interventions will be aimed to ensure families gain independence and feel integrated into their new communities. Clients come from a variety of traumatic backgrounds, and are often living with the effects of their experiences, which may include trauma, PTSD, and domestic abuse situations.
To support individuals and families through five stages of integration to include: Preparation, Housing, Finance, Education, Health and Employment.
To work with key partners across the geographical area to ensure refugees who arrive through the UKRS and ARAP Resettlement Schemes are referred and signposted into appropriate support services and networks.
An enhanced DBS check will be required for this post.
A full driving license is essential, as a lot of the work involves visiting clients in locations across the county. The work also may involve taking clients to appointments, and collecting/delivering large or bulky items.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
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To develop and deliver comprehensive support plans for families who are newly arrived and throughout their first years in the UK. This includes reviewing these at regular intervals to ensure they continue to fully meet the needs of all family members.
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To be responsible for managing the full support needs of caseload families including helping them to apply for benefits and learn to manage their finances; organising and ensuring attendance at ESOL classes; facilitating access to medical services including initial health assessments and follow ups; applying for schools and ensuring children are supported to settle in; encouraging attendance at community groups and with other practical arrangements as needed on a bespoke basis.
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To support individuals and families with complex physical and psychological vulnerabilities in order that they are able to link with the help that they need to overcome these as fully as possible.
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To record, monitor and evaluate casework practice and maintain confidential records for each family using in-house data recording systems.
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To manage the transition of allocated families from intensive support to independence by empowering families to understand the systems and develop the skills required to live well in the UK.
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To provide support and advice in a manner which understands the core elements of the refugee journey, the impact of trauma and principles for effective recovery.
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To support and assist families to seek and secure meaningful and gainful employment to mitigate benefit cap restrictions; to include the development of CV’s and skills audits.
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To build and maintain collaborative relationship with partner agencies and community services to provide effective support for families. This will include Benefits, Housing, English Learning, Healthcare and Social Care providers as well as others as needed.
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To help other agencies understand the needs of the families of this programme and to help to avoid misunderstandings between parties due to cultural and language differences.
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To connect families with meaningful engagement opportunities to enable them to build community connections and networks, develop confidence and learn new skills to improve their well-being.
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To manage workload effectively using flexibility and adaptability, to ensure a good balance between competing priorities such as urgent client issues, pro-active casework support, medium to long term plans and other project work. This will include providing regular updates on all areas of work to the UKRS/ARAP Resettlement Team Leaders.
Professional Development
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Keep up to date with legislation, policies and procedures and undertake appropriate training particularly with migration.
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Undertake cultural awareness training where appropriate and understanding of UK processes in order to assist the new families as they settle.
Administration
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Use IT, maintain accurate records and GARAS diary.
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Prepare for and attend supervision sessions, team meetings, staff meetings and meetings with external partners.
Other Duties & Responsibilities
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To demonstrate commitment to the aims, principles and policies of the UKRS/ARAP projects.
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Abide by health and safety guidelines and share responsibility for own safety and that of colleagues.
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To abide by GARAS’ confidentiality requirements.
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To maintain relevant professional boundaries.
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To undertake any other duties and tasks as may lie within the scope of this post.
Person Specification
Candidates will be shortlisted on the following specifications and need to address each of them in their application.
All relevant experience whether paid or voluntary, in the UK or overseas may be included. GARAS values different and creative ways of working.
Essential
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Experience of providing advice and support to vulnerable people.
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A strong understanding of services available and the needs of refugees moving to the UK.
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A willingness to learn quickly and develop new skills to support your client group.
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A good understanding/experience of the processes in relation to the following systems: Benefit, Education, Employment, Health and Social Care, Housing, and Financial Management.
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The ability to prioritise tasks, to identify and work to deadlines and to manage time effectively under your own initiative.
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The ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with clients, and to manage difficult situations.
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An understanding for the need of confidentiality and a non-judgmental approach to service delivery.
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Ability to work as part of a team and to work collaboratively and professionally with external agencies, community representatives, colleagues and volunteers.
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Ability to use IT.
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Ability to work flexible hours to meet the needs of the service. This includes occasional evening and weekend emergency calls.
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To have and hold a full clean driver’s license and have access to a vehicle.
Desirable
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Experience of working directly with refugees. Knowledge of the core components of the refugee journey; the impact of trauma and principles to support effective recovery.
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Experience of managing a caseload with particular regard to Benefits, Employment, Housing and Debts.
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Experience of working with interpreters.
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An ability to speak additional languages would be a significant advantage in this position.
Application deadline: 9am, Monday 17 August 2026
Interview Date: week commencing 24 August 2026
Providing support to asylum seekers, refugees and certain other migrants
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Contract: Fixed Term - 1 Year Contract
Salary: £29,849.40 - £35,493.06 per annum
Closing Date: 4th August 2026
Interviews will be held w/c: 10th August 2026
About us
Centrepoint, the UK’s leading youth homelessness charity, is looking for a Corporate Partnerships Officer - Nationwide to join our Partnership Management Team based in either our London or Manchester offices.
We help vulnerable young people by giving them the practical and emotional support they need to find a job and live independently. Centrepoint provides homeless young people with accommodation, health support and life skills in order to get them back into education, training and employment. We want to end youth homelessness by 2037.
Together with our partners, we support over 16,000 young people each year.
About the Team
The Corporate Partnerships Officer works alongside the Corporate Partnerships Manager and Senior Corporate Partnerships Manager on the Nationwide partnership and will play a vital role within the Corporate Partnerships Function of the Relationship Fundraising Department. The Partnership Management Team work closely with the Corporate New Business team to on-board partners and provide high quality account management to our corporate partnership portfolio.
About The Role
The Corporate Partnerships Officer will be primarily responsible for supporting on the delivery of Centrepoint’s multi-year, 7-figure strategic partnership with Nationwide Building Society. This partnership is the largest multi-year partnership in Centrepoint’s corporate portfolio to date, and a transformational partnership for Centrepoint and the young people we work with. Funding supports a range of measures to help young people experiencing homelessness across the UK.
Working between our offices in London/ Manchester, as well as from the partner’s head office future, you will work alongside the Corporate Partnerships Manager to support successful delivery of all aspects of the partnership, as well as taking ownership of your own projects. This will include supporting with fundraising and volunteering engagement with Nationwide colleagues, as well as administrative support across the partnership. You will provide excellent stewardship for this partnership and future corporate partners and identify opportunities to increase engagement and income.
This role sits within a Corporate Fundraising team of 14, split into a New Business team, and Partnership Management team. The Partnership Management team is made up of ten corporate fundraisers who manage complex and exciting partnerships with a wide range of committed corporate partners.
About You
You will be ambitious and driven, ideally with experience within fundraising, account management or programme management. You will have great attention to detail and experience managing and prioritising a diverse workload. You will be an excellent communicator and networker, with the ability to form strong relationships externally and internally, including engaging with a range of stakeholders.
Key responsibilities
- Support on the successful delivery of the Nationwide partnership, working alongside the Corporate Partnerships Manager.
- Administrative support for the Nationwide partnership including partnership admin and finance processes such as invoicing, income coding, minute taking and recording information on the database.
- Support with managing and developing the volunteering process and opportunities for Nationwide colleagues, ensuring excellent stewardship.
- Support with logistical plans and recruitment for Centrepoint’s flagship event, Sleep Out.
- Gather content and data to support in the compilation of reports on income, expenditure, and partnership impact.
- Develop and maintain proactive and effective working relationships with a range of cross functional teams including key internal and external stakeholders.
- Represent Centrepoint and the partnership at Centrepoint and third-party events.
- Actively participate in all team meetings and support other team members.
- Manage other mid-value (£10k-£50k) corporate partnerships if required.
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time that are in line with the level of the role.
Why join Centrepoint?
In return for your efforts you’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent training and development, and a host of staff benefits including:
- 25 days of annual leave per year, rising by one day per year to a maximum of 27 days
- Healthcare cash plan (Cover the costs of a wide range of medical treatment including Dental, Optical, Complementary and Alternative therapies).
- Private Medical insurance
- Income protection
- Employer pension contributions of 5%
- Access to Cycle 2 Work loan scheme
- An interest-free travel loan
At Centrepoint we challenge the discrimination within society that contributes to youth homelessness, and we are just as committed to fairness and equality within Centrepoint itself. We are passionate about ensuring all of our colleagues are made to feel included in the work we do and that we value the rich diversity within the organization.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications regardless of sex, gender, race, age, belief in any religion and none, gender identity, ethnic origin, class, sexuality, nationality, appearance, unrelated criminal activities, disability, responsibility for dependents, part time or shift workers, being HIV positive or living with AIDS, lived experience of homelessness or using young people’s services and any other matter which causes a person to be treated with injustice.
Centrepoint’s policy is to recruit, employ and promote people on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed, and to this end, our aim is to ensure that all applicants, employees and volunteers receive equal treatment.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join our team as Corporate Partnerships Officer - Nationwide, click ‘Apply’ now!
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Re-Instate Role Description
Service: Re-Instate Early Intervention Service
Job Title: Early Intervention Manager
Hours and salary: 28 hours per week across 4 days (plus unpaid lunch)
Fixed Term Contract until 15th June 2029.
£29,000 - £31,000 (depending on experience)
Base: 43/44 Riverside Shopping Centre, Erith, DA8 1RG
Reports to: CEO
Purpose of Job
Re-Instate is looking for an experienced Early Intervention Employment Service Manager to lead our employment support service for people experiencing mental health difficulties. You will manage a team, oversee a caseload, develop employer partnerships and support people to secure and retain paid or voluntary employment.
Re-Instate’s Early Intervention Employment Service supports local people struggling with their mental health at the earliest possible stage through a range of employment related services. In addition, we are looking to deliver a range of training workshops to support clients of the service and local organisations.
The post holder will:
- Be responsible for managing, monitoring, delivering and evaluating employment activities to ensure that contract outcome targets are met.
- Support the implementation of organisational initiatives of Re-Instate.
- Take an active role in the delivery, management, monitoring and evaluation of any initiatives developed as part of the Early Intervention Service.
- Support clients to retain paid and voluntary work through employer engagement.
- Provide information to assist in strategic decision making.
- Represent Re-Instate within the London borough of Bexley.
- Work with the Training and Outreach Co-ordinator to promote the Early Intervention Service.
The post-holder will need project development experience and a working, knowledge of models of supported employment. They will be an effective networker, able to develop and sustain partnerships with a range of stakeholders.
Key Activities:
- Promote and deliver the vision for the Early Intervention Service that supports sustainable recovery for people experiencing mental ill health, including job retention, job searching, preparation for work and signposting.
- Lead, supervise and support the Early Intervention team through regular supervision, appraisals and performance reviews.
- Manage a caseload of clients, supporting people experiencing mental ill health to meet their work goals.
- Manage workshops, as well as individual and group sessions, to support clients in their job search. Provide expert guidance on crafting compelling CVs, completing job applications, mastering interview strategies, and enhancing overall job-seeking effectiveness.
- Generate and establish new bespoke sector specific or employer specific pathways.
- Maintain and develop excellent communication with all key contacts including colleagues, commissioners and partner providers of specialist and non-specialist services, Service User and Carer Groups.
- As part of job retention, consider reasonable adjustments and support services for clients with disabilities or other barriers to employment, ensuring their successful integration into the workplace.
- Monitor and report on the employment status of client to effectively measure the impact of the service.
- Conduct regular performance reviews with the Early Intervention team to adherence of quality standards.
- Conduct supervision, appraisals and monitor individual objectives in line with Re-Instate policy and practice.
- Ensure that all data requirements are met within defined deadlines and work with the CEO to ensure that outcomes are being achieved.
- Ensure all administrative duties associated with the delivery of the specific employment service activity – including computerised systems, record keeping and information governance are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
- Develop and maintain a working knowledge of recovery focused employment models (Case Management).
General terms of reference:
In carrying out the above duties the post holder will:
- Work flexibly across Bexley as required.
- Work flexibly within an agreed number of hours of work to maintain the most appropriate level of service provision.
- Seek to improve personal performance, contribution, knowledge and skills.
- Participate in appraisal, training and supervision processes.
- Keep abreast of developments in services, legislation and practice relevant to the client group and share information with the colleagues.
- Ensure the implementation of all Re-Instate policies and procedures.
- Contribute to maintaining safe systems of work and a safe environment.
- Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the post
Person Specification
Essential criteria:
- Track record of developing, overseeing and monitoring effective case management within a project
- Experience of working with or supporting people with mental health needs
- Experience of coordinating and monitoring a project
- Evidence of a commitment to Service User involvement, development and co-production.
- Experience of evaluating project results
- Experience of working within contracts, service agreements and service delivery systems.
- Experience of risk assessment and risk management procedures.
- Experience of working effectively with external agencies and building networks.
- Demonstrable administrative and IT skills.
And the ability to:
- Maintain professional boundaries.
- Solve problems quickly and effectively in a collaborative way.
- Communicate confidently and effectively and adapt communication style and content to meet the needs of the audience.
- Respond flexibly to the demands of the post.
- Manage frustration and the challenges of change management.
- Work as a member of the overall team.
- Demonstrate a capacity to work alone effectively and the ability to keep calm under pressure.
- Understand and have a commitment to the principles of equal opportunity and diversity.
- Develop an understanding of the needs and lived experiences of people experiencing mental ill health.
Desirable criteria:
- Knowledge of local services, businesses, health care and geography in Bexley.
- Driving License and own car.
This post is subject to a DBS check at an enhanced level. Amendments: This description accurately reflects the present position; it may be amended and reviewed. Any change will be made following a proper period of consultation.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.