Equality and diversity manager jobs

Salary: £29,000 – £32,900
Contract: Permanent, full-time (Flexible and part-time considered)
Closing date: Sunday 10th August
Location: Hybrid – one day a week at the London Bridge office
Benefits: 28 days annual leave bank holidays (after one year service you have the option to buy/sell an additional week leave) Generous pension contributions, giving 2% on top of employee contribution

We are delighted to be working with Prostate Cancer UK as they search for a passionate and proactive Community Fundraising Executive to join their wonderful team.

As Community Fundraising Executive, you will play a key role within the charity’s sector-leading Events and Community Fundraising team, leading on the delivery of their DIY walking and cycling programmes and supporting individuals and groups who are fundraising in their own inspiring ways. You’ll also work alongside the Community Fundraising Manager to implement innovative campaigns, grow fundraising income, and build lasting relationships with mid- and high-value supporters.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a creative and fast-paced environment, has a passion for community fundraising, and wants to be part of a supportive and ambitious team.

To be successful in the role of Community Fundraising Executive, you will need:

• Experience working in a fundraising role within the charity sector, with a focus on supporter engagement.
• Proven ability to plan and manage projects, meet KPIs, and evaluate performance.
• Creativity, collaboration, and drive to test new ideas, improve supporter journeys, and contribute to a thriving fundraising programme.

If you would like to have an informal discussion, please call and ask to speak to Jake.

Ashby Jenkins Recruitment are a specialist charity recruitment agency, we use our extensive sector knowledge and experience to match candidates to the most suitable roles. We take a relationship-led approach to recruitment, working ethically, supporting people to find their perfect role within the not-for-profit sector.

We are passionate about improving equality across the sector, you can read more about our commitment to diversity on our website.

If enough applications are received, the charity reserve the right to end the application period sooner.

Are you a fundraising expert intrigued by the idea of transforming healthcare through the power of volunteering? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you!
 
Helpforce is on a mission to revolutionise health volunteering and we need a dynamic, strategic, and results-oriented Head of Business Development to be at the forefront of this exciting journey. This is your chance to shape the future of a rapidly growing national charity, working at the intersection of innovation, impact, and social good.
 
In this role, you'll be responsible for driving the growth of our income-generating portfolio, securing new business, and forging high-value partnerships with the NHS and the broader healthcare sector. You'll also oversee the fundraising function, ensuring seamless alignment between our commercial growth and philanthropic income. This dual role is perfect for a senior professional who thrives on relationship building, business innovation, and revenue generation from both commercial and charitable sources.
 
Since our launch in 2017, we've been pioneers with a clear vision for a nation where volunteering is integral to healthcare being its very best. We collaborate closely with NHS Trusts and other healthcare organisations to co-create expert volunteering models that meet healthcare’s biggest challenges, while generating evidence that showcases the value and impact of initiatives. Our insights empower health leaders across the UK to invest in solutions that enhance patient experience, reduce pressure on staff, and bring meaningful benefits to tens of thousands of people who volunteer their time and talents.
 
This is not just any job, this is a chance to make a tangible difference to the lives of millions who receive and deliver healthcare.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
Business Development — Core Focus
 
 

• Develop and lead the business development strategy to expand market presence, secure new contracts, and grow sustainable income streams.
• Identify new markets, service offerings, and strategic partnerships that align with Helpforce’s mission and impact goals.
• Lead negotiations for contracts, partnerships, and commercial agreements.
• Oversee the preparation of bids, proposals, and tenders, working with internal teams to ensure high-quality submissions.
• Leverage Helpforce’s reputation and evidence of impact to generate new business opportunities.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform strategic decisions.
• Build strong commercial relationships with public sector bodies, corporate partners, and health system leaders.

 
Fundraising — Leadership Oversight
 

• Provide strategic oversight of all fundraising activities including trusts, foundations, major donors, and institutional funders.
• Directly line manage the fundraising function, providing leadership, coaching, and performance oversight.
• Support the development of high-quality funding applications, stewardship plans, and donor communications.
• Ensure fundraising activities comply with ethical standards, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with the CEO and Trustees on high-value fundraising relationships.

 
Leadership & Strategy

• Serve as a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), contributing to organisational strategy and leadership.
• Set income targets, KPIs, and performance metrics across business development and fundraising.
• Work with Finance to monitor budgets, forecast income, and manage financial risks.
• Represent Helpforce externally at high-profile events, conferences, and with key stakeholders.

 
Relationship Management

• Build and maintain relationships with donors, funders, corporate partners, and public sector stakeholders.
• Support senior-level relationship-building with strategic funders and institutional partners, working alongside the CEO and Trustees where appropriate.

 
Person Specification
 
Essential

• Senior-level experience (7 years) in business development, commercial partnerships, or strategic fundraising,
• Experience in a non-profit, NGO, social enterprise, or impact-driven business.
• Proven track record of securing significant business contracts or partnerships.
• Strong leadership and line management experience.
• Excellent negotiation, commercial acumen, and contract management skills.
• Outstanding relationship-building skills with diverse stakeholders including public sector, corporate, and philanthropic partners.
• Experience in setting and delivering income growth strategies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for proposals, reports, and presentations.

 
Desirable

• Sector knowledge: [e.g. healthcare, NHS].
• Knowledge of CRM systems and fundraising databases.

 
Equality and Diversity
 
Helpforce encourages applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries. We're committed to having a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We actively encourage BAME and disabled applicants and value the positive impact that difference has on our organisation. We are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce and all opportunities provided by Helpforce.
 
Location: Remote, but travel to the London office will be required, as will UK wide client meetings.
Salary: c.£62,000 per annum
Benefits: Competitive
 
Closing date for applications is 21st August 2025. Please use the application link to send us your CV and a covering letter to support your application. Applications submitted without a covering letter may not be considered.
 
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COMMUNITY HUB LEADER

Oasis Hub Woodview, Woodview Drive, B15 2HU

Full-time (40 hours per week, 1 FTE), Permanent Contract

Salary: £35,217 per annum

Oasis is looking for someone who can combine an entrepreneurial flair and excellent leadership skills to become the next Community Hub Leader at Woodview, Birmingham. 

The post holder will lead the development of the Hub, situated on the periphery of central Birmingham, serving the community of the Woodview estate, supporting the Oasis Academy and wider local community. The role will hold the vision of integrated community delivery, which will include a range of projects such as family support, volunteering, advice and support, community events.

This is a key role as you will be responsible for strategic oversight of the hub charity, ensuring the youth and community work supports the work of the academy, working alongside other local Oasis leaders such as the Principal, volunteers and members of the local community to develop a joined up local vision for the community.

Some of the specific duties of this role include:

· Establishment and coordination of a range of services such as family support, holiday provision, volunteering and community empowerment projects.

· Building supportive working partnerships across the community and various groups.

· Leading strategic development (e.g. comms, income generation, MEL)

· Planning, resource and coordinate the community plan, measuring impact.

· Working closely with the academy safeguarding team on Early Help and family support.

· Developing a team that can grow an Oasis Movement (e.g. engaging staff, volunteers and community workers).

This is very much a relational and project management role. As such, the successful applicant will need to demonstrate:

· Experience of leading community delivery and growing projects from start-up phase.

· Innovative use of resources and budget management to maximise funding.

· A thorough knowledge and understanding community work.

· An education to degree level or equivalent and /or relevant professional qualification.

This is a unique opportunity for a self-reliant and results-focused individual, who is looking to make a difference in this complex and high-profile field of work. In return we offer:

· Flexible working practices which encourage innovation and fresh ideas.

· A supportive network and friendly team in a motivating working environment.

· A non-contributory defined benefit pension scheme with 7% employer contributions.

· 25 days holiday per year (plus Bank Holidays), rising to 30 days after 2 years of service.

· Employee wellbeing schemes such as Cycle to Work and an employee funded health cash plan.

For full details please go the Oasis UK charity website.

Closing date for completed applications is 5pm Friday 29th August. Stage 1 interviews will be held on either Friday 5th or Monday 8th September via TEAMS and the final stage will take place on Monday 15th September in person at Woodview. Please send us your CV and cover letter.

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact us via the Oasis UK charity website

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

Job title: Mental Health Coach- Black Mental Health

Responsible to: IRIE Mind Operations Manager and Wellbeing Network Operations Manager

Salary: Starting salary is £29,446.79 per year (Full-time equivalent), (SC5 -SP22) which equates to £17,668.07 per annum at 22.5 hours per week plus 6% employer pension contribution.

Hours: 22.5 hours per week 

Contract type: Permanent, starting August 2025

Location: Hackney, E9 6ED

Benefits: See supporting documents for information on benefits.

*{Please note that this role is only available to candidates of African/ African Caribbean Heritage under the Genuine Occupational Requirement under s9 Equalities Act 2010}

To ensure your application is considered please apply early as we will be shortlisting candidates on a ‘as and when basis'.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached for more information.

DBS clearance at Enhanced (with Adult and Child Barring) is required for this role.

Role summary 

Working as part of a team in the exciting, challenging and diverse boroughs of the City of London and Hackney, the Mental Health Coach will facilitate groups and manage a caseload of complex clients from the start to the end of their journey in the Wellbeing Network. Working as part of a cross network blended team, you will spend part of your week as part of a blended assessment team, with the majority within a network partner organisation supporting network clients. Working with service users to identify the most appropriate care and interventions for their circumstances and together create a care plan. You will develop a relationship with the client to support discussions concerning what recovery means for each individual, identifying personal goals and measures of progress and model for the client how to manage new challenges and celebrate successes.  Working on the front line of mental health and social care, you will provide a safe environment for clients to explore their issues and demonstrate the value and outcomes of these services to bring about meaningful psycho-social change. 

About Mind in the City, Hackney and Waltham Forest:

We are a multi-disciplinary provider of specialist mental health services and a part of the Mind Federation.

We promote both recovery from ill health for people with recurrent and enduring mental health difficulties and early intervention for those at risk of developing mental health issues, or who struggle with common mental health conditions.

We currently support around 5,000 people a year through a variety of services focusing on psychological, social, economic and workplace wellbeing, and support minoritised communities.

Our values are:

Working with Mind CHWF means you’ll be part of a dedicated, passionate, and professional workforce who cares about the work they do and make a real difference to the lives of the people in the City of London, Hackney, and Waltham Forest.

Our values are:

Connected: Creating a compassionate and supportive community.

Fair:  We strive for equity- no-one's needs should go unmet.

Brave: We walk with people, offering help by doing what works - proven or new

We are committed to actively becoming anti-racist in everything we do. This is a critical priority for Mind CHWF. We embrace diversity and understand that being an inclusive organisation that recognises different perspectives, will enable us to provide excellent services.

We are committed to ensuring all our employees are treated fairly and equitably at work and promoting equity in physical and mental health for all.

Those with lived experience of Mental Health are encouraged to apply.

Value-based Recruitment:

We know that for various reasons, not everybody who can successfully perform in a role, performs their best under traditional interview/selection procedures. We are therefore seeking ways to breakdown further barriers in our recruitment & selection process.

Shorted-listed candidates will be provided with some questions to help them prepare for the interview.

 How to apply:

For more information on the vacancy and how to apply, click the ‘Apply’ button - Please note that we are unable to consider incomplete applications.

The closing date is by 10 August 2025, however, please do not delay applying as this advert may close before the stated deadline if we find a suitable applicant for the role.

We are a disability confident employer. All applicants with a disability, who meet the minimum essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview. If this applies to you, please let us know in your application.

Your privacy and the security of your data is our top priority. Please take a moment to read through our applicant’s privacy notice.

Be the voice that amplifies others. Help shape change that saves lives.

At Samaritans, we are committed to ensuring that the voices of people with lived experience of suicide, self-harm, and bereavement by suicide are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that lasting change is only possible when it is shaped by those who’ve experienced these challenges first-hand.

We’re now looking for a passionate and experienced Lived Experience Lead to join our Performance and Insight team. In this influential role, you’ll be responsible for driving forward our Lived Experience Plan, ensuring people with lived experience are meaningfully involved in the views and voices of people with lived experience shape and inform key strategic organisational decisions on our services, policy influencing and campaigning work.

Full outline of the role available in the Job description file here.

Contract terms:

• Initially an 18 month fixed term contract

• £45,000 per annum with benefits

• Full time (35 hours per week) - we are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences

• Hybrid working: Linked to our Ewell (Surrey) office, with home working and an option to work from a shared office space in London Bridge.

• In-person working: Meeting in person and working collaboratively are things we value. As part of the Performance and Insights team, you will join three in-person retreats per quarter. Participation to other in-person meetings will depend on need.

About the role

You’ll work with teams across Samaritans to embed lived experience insight into strategic decision-making, ensuring our work remains compassionate, inclusive and reflective of the people we support. You’ll co-create training and support for staff, facilitate national and nation-based advisory groups, and develop best practice for involvement that champions equity, diversity, and inclusion.

This is a unique opportunity to lead change from within, to support and empower others, challenge systems, and make sure our work truly represents the communities we serve.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone with:

• Lived experience of mental distress, suicidal thoughts or behaviour, or bereavement by suicide – and the ability to draw on that experience in a safe and sensitive way.
• A track record of empowering people with lived experience and using co-production and inclusion practices.
• Experience of designing and delivering learning and development opportunities relevant to lived experience involvement
• Excellent influencing and interpersonal skills – able to build trust, collaborate with staff and volunteers, and champion meaningful involvement at all levels of the organisation.
• Strong commitment to EDI

Why Samaritans?

You’ll be joining us at an exciting time of transformation. With a clear strategic commitment and strong support from our leadership, you’ll have the scope to shape how lived experience is embedded in everything we do - now and in the future.

We value lived experience and actively encourage applications from individuals who identify as having direct or indirect experience with mental health, suicide, or bereavement. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, particularly those currently underrepresented in the charity sector.

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.

For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our recruitment brochure available here. You can also visit our careers website to access this.

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, racialised minority candidates and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

Criminal record check (DBS)

We take safeguarding seriously at Samaritans and follow safe recruitment practices. As this role has direct contact with children and adults at risk, this role will require an Enhanced DBS check with Adults and Children’s Barred Lists.

At offer stage, as part of the conditional job offer, we will require the candidate to disclose in full, spent and unspent convictions by completing a declaration form. The declaration form will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process.

Ready to help shape a more inclusive future where every voice matters?

Apply now and be part of change that saves lives.

To apply, please complete the application questions including those below and submit your CV:

• Please give us an example of a time when you have you used your personal experiences to inform a service or a project of work safely and effectively. What did you do and what was the result? (250 words)

• Please give an example of a time when you empowered people with lived experience to shape a project or initiative. What approaches did you take to ensure meaningful involvement and what was the outcome? (250 words)

• A key focus of the Lived Experience Lead will be to build staff skills and confidence in involving people with lived experience in their work. What experience do you have around designing and delivering learning and development activities related to involving people with lived experience? (250 words)

We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.

Applications close: Sunday 17 August

Interviews: week commencing 29 August

Please note, shortlisted candidates will be invited to prepare a short presentation that they will talk though during the interview (up to 10mins). They will be sent the questions ahead of the interview.

Job Title: Refuge Worker

Location: This is an onsite role, located within the London Borough of Hounslow, there may be a requirement to occasionally work in the London Borough of Hillingdon.
Salary: £17,314.27 per annum (Inclusive of London Weighting, which may not be applicable depending on your home location
Contract type: Part Time, Permanent 

Hours: 22.5 hours (days to be discussed)

Are you passionate about supporting women and children escaping domestic abuse? We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Refuge Worker to join our team, providing vital support in a safe and secure environment for those in crisis. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals when they need it most.

As a Refuge Worker, you will be responsible for delivering practical and emotional support to residents, ensuring their safety and wellbeing while they rebuild their lives. Key duties include conducting risk assessments, safety planning, supporting access to benefits and housing, liaising with external agencies, and maintaining accurate case records. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, resilient, and highly organised, with experience of working in a support or advocacy role, ideally within the domestic abuse or safeguarding sector.

This is a rewarding role where your work has a direct impact every day. In return, we offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for training and development, and the chance to be part of a cause that truly matters.

Closing Date: 09:00am 13 August 2025

Iterview Dates: 18 and 19 August 2025

Refuge is the UK’s largest provider of specialist services, and we are proud to be a leader in our field and an employer of choice, with leading edge systems for supervision, quality management and development.

Refuge offers a variety of exciting opportunities to learn, develop and grow in your career. We recognise the value everyone brings to the organisation to achieve our aims and are dedicated to developing and rewarding our staff. More details of our benefits can be found in Job Information Pack.

Global Internal Communications & Engagement Lead

Contract: 12 Months Fixed term – Maternity cover, Full time, 35 hours per week

Location: London, UK
UK hybrid working – a minimum of 40 % of working time is spent face-to-face (London office, external meetings or travel).

60/40 hybrid working at WaterAid means roughly three days wherever you work best and two days together in person.

Salary: £57,415 - £60,436 with excellent benefits.

Change starts with water. Change starts with you.

Every day, millions of people live without clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid exists to change that – for everyone, everywhere. Join us, and your energy will help unlock people’s potential and create a fairer future.

About WaterAid

We’re a global federation driven by one vision: a world where everyone, everywhere has clean water, sanitation and hygiene by 2030. Powered by our values of Respect, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Integrity and Innovation, we work alongside communities, partners and supporters to make change happen.

About the team

We are successful when WaterAiders feel informed, included, engaged and connected - to each other and to our mission. We provide strategic advice and guidance to leaders, subject matter experts and colleagues, while ensuring all have access to the right information, knowledge and tools to succeed.

About the role

As our Global Internal Communications & Engagement Lead you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing a comprehensive global strategy for internal communications and employee engagement at WaterAid and work closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders to drive sustainable change.

In this role, you will:

• Set the strategic direction for WaterAid’s internal communications. Drive execution of this strategy to ensure staff are informed and inspired, engaged, empowered and connected to each other and the mission.
• Lead WaterAid’s federation-wide approach to employee engagement, ensuring the use of advanced technology and systems to drive, monitor and maintain WaterAid’s high levels of employee engagement.
• Oversee and lead WaterAid’s federation-wide approach to leadership communications, ensuring alignment with the Global Strategy and strategic priorities. Develop and define what leadership communication is required across the federation to foster an environment of transparency, collaboration and engagement.
• Trusted advisor and strategic internal communications business partner to key members of the Global Executive, specifically the WaterAid Chief Executives, Global Director of WaterAid international and the Executive Director, People (Global Lead for People).
• Serve as a strategic internal communications business partner on key global projects, collaborating closely with colleagues across the global federation.
• Lead on our federation-wide approach to deliver a seamless, integrated and highly positive digital employee experience.
• Ensure WaterAid leverages the most effective digital channels to create a positive employee experience, focusing on impactful communication and engagement across the global organisation.
• Act as a champion for WaterAid’s core values throughout the federation, promoting and embodying these principles to ensure that the global organisational culture authentically reflects them.
• Ensure diversity, equity and empowerment are seamlessly integrated into all internal communications and engagement activities. This includes actively promoting inclusive messaging that reflects the diverse voices and perspectives within the organisation.
• Responsible for the ongoing maintenance, development and articulation of WaterAid’s employee value proposition - the People Promise
• Champion WaterAid’s commitment to equity, inclusion and safeguarding.

Requirements

To be successful, you will need:

• Strategic internal communications.
• Leadership communications and coaching.
• Team leadership and coaching.
• Employee engagement best practice.
• Values and culture.
• Global employer brand.
• Digital employee experience.
• Crisis communications.
• Project management.
• Knowledge of industry best practice and emerging trends in internal communications and employee engagement.
• Knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and empowerment.

Although not essential, we’d prefer you to have:

• Ability to speak, facilitate and coach in languages used in countries where WaterAid works. Particularly French, Portuguese and Spanish.
• Experience of working in the international development sector and of living or working in one of the countries where WaterAid has programmes.

Closing date: Applications will close 12:00 PM UK time on 18th August 2025.

How to apply: Click Apply to complete the pre-screening questions and upload your CV.

Can I use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in my application?

At WaterAid, we strongly advise against using AI technology at any stage of the recruitment process. Our goal is to ensure a fair and transparent process that provides every applicant with an equal opportunity to succeed. We value hearing about your unique experiences and perspectives in your application, and, if shortlisted, during the interview as well.

Preemployment screening

To apply for this role, you must be able to demonstrate your eligibility to work in the respective country. All pre-employment checks will be carried out according to local law and WaterAid’s Safer Recruitment policy. All UK based roles require a basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Benefits

• 36 days’ holiday (including 8 Bank Holidays)
• Option to buy an extra 5 days’ annual leave
• Employer pension contribution up to 10 %
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Season ticket loan
• Free annual eye tests
• ‘Give as you Earn’ charitable giving scheme
• Enhanced parental leave (maternity, adoption/surrogacy, shared parental and paternity)
• Sabbaticals
• One paid volunteer day each year

Our Global Commitment:

Our people promise

We will work with passion and focus to make sure everyone everywhere has clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene. WaterAid is a place of purpose – where people have a real commitment and shared responsibility for the impact we have. We are a global community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives, motivated by inspiring, stimulating work. We are determined to be a place where people feel safe and able to contribute their voice and truly live our values.

Equal Opportunities

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, beliefs, customs, traditions, ways of life and status. This includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, caste, colour, gender, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property, birth, disability status, neurodiversity, age, marital and family status, sexual orientation and gender identity, health status, place of residence, economic and social situation.

Safeguarding

We are committed to protecting everyone we come into contact with. We have a zero- tolerance approach to abuse of power, privilege or trust across our global work, and to any form of inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, abuse, bullying, harassment, or exploitation. Safeguarding the people and communities we work with, our staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks (which can include counterterrorism, safeguarding and criminal records checks).

Together, we’ll change the world through water.

Join us and be part of the change !

Are you passionate about making a real and lasting difference to the lives of young people in London?

The Role

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, and experienced support worker to join our Young People Support Team based in Hackney. You will provide client directed, person centred support to help young people achieve personal goals and aspirations for independent living, training, employment, and education. You will assist and collaborate with young people to create and carry out a support plan designed around their needs and aspirations, providing information and inspiration, practical support, innovation, and encouragement. You will have an individual caseload but will work alongside a team of Support Workers, with similar client groups, working to the same principles and goals. 

Our Organisation

You will work a combination of office, client-home, community, and home-based working. Causeway is a 4-day week employer, and this role is part-time 16 hours per week, worked over 3 days. Your working hours will be Wednesdays 11am-3pm, Thursdays 10am-4:30pm (with an unpaid 30 minute break), and Fridays 10am-4pm (with an unpaid 30 minute break). Causeway is a London living wage employer, with a competitive pension scheme. We also offer an employee assistance programme that provides free financial, legal, and mental health advice and support to our employees. We provide core training, and continuous learning and development throughout your career with us. 

About You

You will have experience of working in support, supported housing or advice services. You will have experience of supporting young people to develop aspirations and form healthy relationships. You have a drive for and commitment to equal rights and diversity. You have knowledge of the issues confronting young people and the needs of vulnerable homeless people in general, with a sound knowledge of safeguarding and risk assessments. You love to work in a client- centred way and plan your work and deadlines to get the best for your clients. You are flexible, creative, and offer a personalised approach to your clients. You are a team-player, and you are passionate about driving your own performance and development at work. 

South East Coast*

£66,245 per annum

Full time, 35 hours per week

Permanent contract

*Home based role and living within the relevant region or close enough proximity to be able to travel and meet the requirements of this role’ (subject to meeting homeworking assessment requirements, which includes a minimum broadband speed of 18Mbps and a dedicated space to work from)

Employees are still expected to attend the office for in-person meetings when required for their role and the organisation.

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join the Employee Relations and Union Services in the CSP as a full time Senior Negotiating Officer (SNO) for the South East Coast. This is a challenging, but very enjoyable role which will see you:

- Supporting, advising and training the network of stewards, safety representatives and equality representatives in the South East Coastal region.

- Advising and supporting stewards to manage their own casework, whilst managing your own caseload of employment relations issues, including but not limited to dicisplinaries, grievances, sickness absence, HCPC and legal cases.

- Attending and representing the CSP at strategic regional forums such as regional Social Partnership Forums and Integrated Care Boards/Integrated Care Systems.

You will be working in a wider team of Senior Negotiating Officers and organisers, whilst also working in a cross directorate fashion to deliver on the local priorities for members.

We are looking for an individual with significant experience and a background in the trade union movement. They should be dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for members and to building the membership and activism levels in the CSP.

You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills with an ability to problem solve. You will also have experience in advocacy and representing members and have a thorough understanding of the current issues facing CSP members. You will also be expected to be able to display excellent trade union knowledge.

Why work for the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy?

The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK's 65,000 chartered physiotherapists, physiotherapy students and support workers; and one of the largest representative bodies in healthcare.

At the CSP, our goal is to create a culture characterised by innovation, respect, encouragement, passion and teamwork. We all strive for continuous improvement and to be the best at everything we do. We aspire to work in a way that embodies our values of learning, courage, inclusive and integrity. Our shared values are part of our organisational DNA, reflecting the expectations we have of ourselves and others. They guide what we do and how we do it, to have the greatest impact for our members.

We offer an excellent benefits package, including 27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, Christmas office closure between 25 December to 01 January and generous pension scheme with 12% employer contribution.

To enable our employees to balance their individual, family and work-life, we would be happy to discuss flexible working arrangements with shortlisted candidates (subject to business needs).

To apply for the role please click on the ‘Apply online’ tab below and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted.  

Closing date: 10am, 12 August 2025.

Interview date: Wednesday 20 August 2025, in person at the CSP London office.

If you require any adjustments during the application stage, please email the Human Resources team at Head Office.

The CSP is committed to equity of opportunity, aiming to provide a working and learning environment free from discrimination. We are taking appropriate steps to create a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we work and live in. Therefore, we particularly encourage applications from candidates under-represented in the CSP’s workforce, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ people. Please note, all candidates will be expected to actively demonstrate their commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Belonging throughout the application and interview stages.

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Job Purpose

To provide confidential, accessible, and high-quality counselling support to students aged 16–18 and apprentices at Ada, the National College for Digital Skills. The counsellor will play a key role in promoting emotional wellbeing, resilience, and positive mental health to enable students to thrive academically, socially, and personally. The role supports the college’s mission to empower a diverse generation of digital pioneers by removing emotional barriers to learning and contributing to a safe and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Direct Student Support

• Provide one-to-one counselling sessions to students and apprentices, including those experiencing mental health challenges, emotional distress, trauma, and/or personal issues.
• Deliver short-term, goal-focused therapeutic interventions based on students’ needs and referral pathways.
• Maintain appropriate and confidential records in line with safeguarding and data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR). Using the College’s CPOMS systems to record sessions.

2. Collaboration and Safeguarding

• Work closely with the Safeguarding and Wellbeing team, including the Designated Safeguarding Lead, to assess risk and provide timely interventions.
• Attend and contribute to safeguarding meetings, case conferences, and strategy discussions where appropriate.
• Make referrals to external mental health and support services when specialist or long-term intervention is required.
• Be a visible and approachable member of the learner services team, building trusted relationships with staff and students.

3. Promotion of Wellbeing

• Support the delivery of a proactive mental health strategy that reduces stigma and encourages help-seeking behaviours. 
• Facilitate a weekly well – being sessions with the safeguarding team.
• Contribute to college-wide initiatives, workshops, and campaigns that promote positive mental health, resilience, and emotional intelligence.
• Help create a psychologically safe, inclusive space for under-represented and neurodiverse learners.

4. Professional Practice

• Adhere to ethical guidelines set by a recognised professional body (e.g., BACP, UKCP) and uphold standards of best practice.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision and CPD to maintain and develop professional skills and knowledge.
• Evaluate the impact and outcomes of counselling provision using appropriate tools and data.
• Provide monthly intervention and support reports to the Assistant Principal Learner Services and College DSL.
• Work closely with the College Safeguarding and Apprenticeship team.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Qualified counsellor or psychotherapist (minimum Level 4 diploma or equivalent).
• Registered member of a professional body (e.g., BACP, UKCP, NCS).
• Experience of working with young people (16–18) and/or apprentices in an education or youth setting.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and a commitment to student welfare.
• Ability to manage sensitive issues with professionalism, discretion, and cultural awareness.

Desirable:

• Experience of working in a further education or sixth-form environment.
• Familiarity with digital safeguarding risks and challenges faced by digitally engaged young people.
• Understanding of intersectional mental health needs (e.g., LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, BAME students).

Other Requirements:

•  Ability to represent Ada at external events when required. 
•  Able to travel as necessary for the role
•  A commitment to ongoing professional and personal development
•  A willingness to work flexibly and where necessary outside of normal working hours
• Suitable to work with young people and vulnerable adults in accordance with Government guidelines for safeguarding.

Variation to this Job Description

This is a description of the job as it is at present and is current at the date of issue. The duties and responsibilities described above are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties or responsibilities may be required of this position. The job description will be reviewed and updated as necessary to ensure that appropriate revisions are incorporated, and that it relates to the job to be done.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. Any job offer will be conditional on various, appropriate, pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and Barred List Check, having the legal right to work in the UK and having satisfactory overseas criminal records checks, if deemed necessary, and supportive references.

Equal opportunities

Ada. National College for Digital Skills recognises that equality of opportunity and the recognition and promotion of diversity are integral to its strengths. The following principles apply in respect of the College’s commitment to equality and diversity:

• To provide and promote equality of opportunity in all areas of its work and activity;
• To recognise and develop the diversity of skills and talent within its current and potential community.
• To ensure that all employees and prospective employees of the College are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential without receiving any unjustified discrimination or unfavourable treatment on grounds such as age, disability, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender reassignment, trans status, socio-economic status or any other irrelevant distinction;
• To provide and promote a positive working, learning, and social environment which is free from prejudice, discrimination and any forms of harassment, bullying or victimisation;
• To promote good relations between individuals from different groups.

Applicants with disabilities

Ada. National College for Digital Skills is keen to increase the number of disabled people it employs. We therefore encourage applications from individuals with a disability who are able to carry out the duties of the post. If you have special needs in relation to your application please let us know. 

Sponsorship

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role so can only accept applications from candidates who have the legal right to work and remain in the United Kingdom.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, as they are received, and we may decide to stop accepting applications before this date, so early applications are recommended.

Youth Focus NW (YFNW) proudly supports and develops Youth Work across the North West and beyond.

We believe in the power of Youth Work to improve lives.

We collaborate with local and national organisations to improve youth work practice, develop policy, and promote youth voice opportunities.

We nurture youth work practice and create networks, broker partnerships and open up opportunities for young people and organisations to work together. Our youth voice work gives young people opportunities to make a difference individually, locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

We’re looking for a driven and creative Communication and Marketing Lead to be responsible for delivering engaging campaigns and producing content for a range of audiences and channels, from social media to publications. You’ll lead every part of the process planning, content creation, evaluation, and stakeholder engagement, helping us to communicate with clarity and impact.

You will be given all the tools to do the job, i.e. phone, camera, software etc and a newly defined set of brand guidelines, with a clear communications plan and strategic guidance from our PR consultant.

There is scope to develop this role into a management position for the right candidate.

Benefits:

• Training and development
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking at the office
• 25 days Annual Leave plus an additional day off on your birthday 

 For more information see the attached recruitment pack

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Farm Assistant – Community Gardening

Based at Oasis Southampton City Farm, Green Lane, Southampton SO16 9FQ with some work at other community locations

Hours: Part-time (16 hours per week, 0.4FTE)

Contract: 3 Years Fixed Term

Salary: £10,511 per annum (£26,279 for 1 FTE)

Oasis Southampton City Farm is a community focused registered charity working in Southampton. We provide a range of supportive, wellbeing boosting, and nature-based activities for our communities, which include young people and adult learners with disabilities.

We are looking for a Community Gardening Assistant who will support the Farm Lead and community development lead for Southampton in delivering the vision for the farm, the oasis academies, and its wider community by supporting the growth of the farms garden project, as well as community gardens across the city. These tasks will include:

 · Delivering garden based educational and wellbeing boosting activities

· Working alongside our volunteers, young people, and adults with learning disabilities to care for the garden by planting, watering, and sowing.

· To work with Oasis Academies across the city, as well as partner organisations, to support the creation of community garden spaces to boost wellbeing across the city.

The successful applicant will need to demonstrate:

· Relevant qualifications or experience in horticulture

· The flexibility to work across the week,

· Excellent verbal communication skills

· Proven ability to work alongside others in projects that work with the public.

· Punctuality, reliability, and honesty.

· Ability to always evidence the Oasis ethos and values.

This is a unique opportunity for a hardworking and driven individual, who is looking to make a difference in a growing and community focused field of work. In return we offer:

· Flexible working practices which encourage innovation and fresh ideas.

· A supportive network and friendly team in a motivating working environment.

· A non-contributory defined benefit pension scheme with 7% employer contributions.

· 25 days annual leave (plus BH), rising to 30 days after 2 years of service (pro rata).

 If you are interested, please send your CV and Supporting Statement. In your supporting statement please address these questions:

1. Expand on your CV to explain how your skills and experience meets the Job Description.  Give specific examples.

2. What personal attributes does a person need to do well as a Community Gardening? 

3. How do you see the Oasis ethos and 9 Habits being displayed in this role?

Applications will close on Friday 22nd August 2025.  Interview dates: TBC in early September.

We actively encourage applications from people of all ethnic backgrounds and minority and underrepresented groups. If you require any assistance to overcome potential barriers, please let us know. 

Applicants must be able to prove their right to work in the UK. Oasis is committed to making a difference to the lives of the communities it works in, and as such you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the Oasis ethos.  We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks.

Oasis supports Equal Opportunities.  Registered Charity No. 1163889

We are looking for 2 organised and dedicated Project Workers who have a strong empathy with single homeless people, to coordinate our intensive housing management services across our South London boroughs.

You will be joining a small , friendly registered charity and registered provider with a supportive team.

Job purpose

The Project Worker will be responsible for the delivery of a responsive intensive housing management service to clients allocated by the Team Leader.

The central aim of the role is to support homeless clients temporarily living in CLHT placements to become as independent as possible and to facilitate timely move-on into independent living settings.

This will be achieved through regular client-led keywork sessions and in close collaboration with external partners. 

The Project Worker will coordinate the day-to-day smooth running of each house they are responsible for.

Duties and responsibilities specific to the role

Intensive Housing Management

1. Responsible for a broad range of housing management activities, including signing up new residents, issuing licensing agreements, delivering new client inductions, occupancy management and eviction / abandonment.
2. Evictions are a last resort and CLHT works within the Homeless Link guidance on preventing evictions and abandonment.
3. Work collaboratively with the Finance team to coordinate rent/ service charge collections
4. Carry out regular occupancy checks.
5. Maintain accurate and timely records related to housing management activities, within the requirements of GDPR.
6. Maintain a healthy and safe environment and encourage clients to take individual responsibility for their living environment and for positive relationships with fellow residents.
7. Ensure the accommodation where clients live is clean and maintained to a high standard, in line with CLHT property standards.
8. Ensure the accommodation meets all legal and statutory health and fire safety requirements
9. Work in close collaboration with the Maintenance team to ensure all repairs and maintenance issues are correctly reported and resolved.
10. To promote and encourage client participation in the Intensive Housing Management process and to act as advocate for clients when necessary.
11. This includes leading regular house meetings and encouraging clients to become ‘resident representatives’.
12. To document each visit to projects, detailing tasks undertaken, any changes that have occurred and other relevant information.
13. Manage antisocial behaviour and clients complaints in line with our Anti-Social Behaviour and Complaints procedures.
14. Liaise with senior managers to ensure complaints are addressed in a timely manner.

Health and Safety

1. Adhere to best practice in meeting the requirements of health and safety legislation in all aspects of the organisation’s work.
2. Ensure you undertake required health and safety training.
3. Comply with Health and Safety requirements and conduct all activities in a manner which is safe for yourself and others.
4. Ensure you follow the Lone Working Policies and Procedures - making full use of the IT Lone Working tools made available by CLHT
5. To report and record any accident or incident which may occur- no matter how minor - whether to clients or staff, follow RIDDOR reporting procedures, report to the police where applicable in line with policies at all times.
6. To report immediately to management on any aspect of a service user’s placement that may warrant an investigation or urgent action.

Keyworking, Support planning, risk assessment

1. Ensure all clients have a robust risk assessment, needs assessment and support plan which identifies and meets their needs as far as possible within the remit of the service.
2. Use the SMART process to ensure all actions from keyworking are followed up.
3. Develop client engagement techniques, being creative in your approach to encourage client participation in the keyworking, support planning and risk assessment process.
4. Always ensure that clients are provided with the full range of information required to make informed decisions which encourages freedom and empowerment.
5. Signpost and refer to external statutory and voluntary sector partners where necessary
6. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all key partners, escalating any concerns about partner agency engagement to your line manager.
7. Maintain up-to-date, GDPR-compliant records on CLHT IT systems, including clients signed copies of all keyworking, support planning and risk assessment documents.
8. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of Adult Safeguarding

Team Working

1. Foster a positive team culture, being supportive of colleagues
2. Participate in minimum monthly one-to-one supervision and team meetings to assist you in carrying out your duties.
3. Perform in line with policies and procedures, including drawing to the attention of senior manager’s matters concerning capability.
4. Support apprentices and volunteers, ensuring that their skills are utilised to support quality service delivery.
5. Work to meet team targets.
6. Support new team members in progressing through an induction programme
7. To advise of any ideas which may enhance or improve the level of service delivered

Other

1. No job description can be entirely comprehensive. The post holder will be expected to carry out such other duties as may be required from time to time in accordance with the job description.
2. Willingness to work flexibly in response to changing organisational requirements.
3. Keep managers informed of all significant issues relating to and affecting service delivery.
4. Ensure compliance with CLHT Equality and Diversity policy & procedure
5. Ensure Client Information is stored in line with Data Protection and Confidentiality guidelines.
6. Attend regular meetings as directed by management. 
7. Adhere to the Company's medication policy at all times, and ensure that medical emergencies are dealt with appropriately.

Person specification

Knowledge

1. Working knowledge of the welfare benefits system, particularly in relation to clients accommodated in intensive housing management settings
2. An understanding of the common reasons for homelessness amongst single homeless people with support needs
3. Knowledge of other key partner agencies, such as Probation, Community Mental Health Teams , Local Authority homelessness services , the Refugee Council
4. Knowledge of the principles of Adult Safeguarding in a housing setting
5. Knowledge of and commitment to the principles of the Equalities Act

Skills

1. Able to develop a quick rapport with clients, particularly those who may be mistrustful of services and reluctant to engage
2. Ability to work under own initiative & maintain enthusiasm for a high level of contact with clients on a day-to-day basis.
3. Assertiveness and de-escalation skills
4. Able to proactively participate in a comprehensive induction to the organisation and the services provided
5. Coaching skills
6. Able to cope under pressure, using initiative to manage time and to meet deadlines
7. Ability to work within a team, promoting open communication skills and creative thinking
8. Proficient IT skills, including Excel and Word and basic keyboard skills.
9. Confident dealing with people at all levels; displays appropriate verbal and non-verbal behaviour 
10. Excellent numeracy & literacy - able to produce clear written records
11. Integrity, sensitivity and understanding.
12. Approachable, adaptable and assertive.
13. Able to recognise learning needs and seek out learning and development opportunities with your line manager
14. Is open and honest about mistakes and willing to use mistakes as tools for development

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Experience

1. Experience of working with single homeless clients with support needs , or demonstrable equivalent experience
2. Experience of working in partnership with other agencies to achieve effective outcomes.
3. Experience of effectively prioritising your workload in a fast-paced environment
4. Experience of de-escalating situations where clients have exhibited challenging behaviour

Other

1. DBS Check.
2. Strong empathy with homeless people, demonstrating a non-judgmental approach
3. Commitment to the aims & objectives of the organisation.

Education and Qualifications

1. Minimum 5 GCSE’S (A*-C) or equivalent – Including Maths and English.
2. Evidence of a commitment to ongoing professional development
3. It is desirable for the postholder to have a valid driving licence

The Performance Marketing Specialist will deliver, optimise and evaluate Battersea’s digital advertising campaigns, specialising in paid digital advertising channels such as Meta and TikTok.
The role will be responsible for implementing and managing large annual media spends to support the achievement of strategic objectives and individual campaign targets.

What we can offer you:
In return for your commitment to our cause and to recognise the value of our employees, Battersea offers a range of benefits to support the wellbeing of our employees. These include:

• 28 days of annual leave (plus 8 days paid public holidays) per year for full time employees (pro-rated for part-time employees).
• Discounted gym memberships and cycle to work schemes.
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to Wellbeing Resources.
• Generous pension contributions - up to 10% employer contribution.
• Free healthcare cash plan, where you can claim for a range of treatment including dental, optical, physiotherapy, chiropody and acupuncture every year.

We are also committed to providing learning and development to our employees. During your time with us, we provide support for your professional and career development, including access to digital and in-person training programmes, leadership and management training, mentoring and much more.

Our hybrid working model:
We operate a 50% onsite hybrid working model, with our office-based staff splitting their time between site based and home working. This enables our office-based staff to balance the benefits of home working with onsite collaboration and maintaining a connection to our cause.

Diversity and inclusion:
We are committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive experience for all staff, volunteers and trustees and those hoping to join us. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process and actively seek to ensure our process is fair and equitable for all.

We understand the value of diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences to help us deliver even more for our dogs and cats, and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we will ask about any adjustments you may need at application and/or interview stage, and if you are offered a role with us, we’ll talk to you about any workplace adjustments you may need to help you perform at your best.

More about us:
At Battersea, we aim to never turn away a dog or cat in need of help. We give each one lots of love, expert care and get to know their characters and quirks so we can find them a new home that’s just right for them. Join us and help us be here for every dog and cat, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

Closing date: 18th August 2025
Interview date(s): First round: w/c 1st September 2025. Second round: to be confirmed.

All applications must be submitted before the closing date advertised. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications is received.