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Job Title: Navigator (Birmingham)
Location: Home- and community-based with local travel (must be located within 1 hour’s commute of Birmingham)
Salary: £33,174
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week (part time or flexible working options considered)
Contract: 2 years fixed term with possibility of extension
At The Poppy Factory, we believe that everyone who has served our country deserves the opportunity to build a fulfilling life beyond the armed forces. For over a century, we have stood alongside veterans and their families, evolving our services to support veterans and adult family members to overcome barriers to employment and transform their lives.
We are now seeking a passionate and person-centred Navigator to join our team. This is a role for someone who believes in potential, not limitations – someone who can walk alongside clients with empathy and determination, empowering them to take ownership of their employment journey.
As a Navigator, you will support veterans furthest from employment to engage in meaningful activity and take gradual steps towards work. This non-clinical role focuses on helping veterans with mental or physical health challenges overcome barriers affecting their lives, improve wellbeing and reduce social isolation.
Clients of the service may present with issues around housing, accessing relevant health care services, substance misuse, education and training, financial concerns, and benefits, amongst others. Using coaching, mentoring and strengths-based approaches, you will help individuals identify their goals, build resilience and move confidently towards lasting employment outcomes.
Collaboration is at the heart of this role. You will develop strong partnerships with regional organisations to generate referrals and address wider barriers such as mental health, housing or addiction, and share best practice with your colleagues in the team.
With a strong understanding of local labour markets and safeguarding practices, you’ll maintain high-quality case records, contribute to continuous improvement, and actively participate in team development. Adaptability, initiative and resilience are key, as we respond to the evolving needs of our clients and the communities we serve.
For more insight into the role, view our video highlighting how the Navigator service works and read our colleague Paul’s account of a day in the life of a Navigator on our website.
For further information, including the full job description for the role, please refer to the candidate pack
How to apply
To apply for this position please prepare your CV and a covering letter clearly outlining how you meet the essential criteria in the person specification as set out above and submit via the online application process. Please address your covering letter to Keiron Coombs, Services Manager.
For an informal conversation to find out more about this role, please contact Keiron Coombs.
The closing date for this vacancy will be 12 July 2026. Please note, we cannot accept late or incomplete applications. Only applications submitted through the online process will be considered.
First stage interviews are expected to take place on 17 July, with second stage interviews scheduled for 23-24 July.
No agencies please.
Equality & Diversity
We are committed to equality, valuing diversity, and promoting inclusion within our workforce, including the volunteers who give their time to us. We work to maintain an environment where the needs and aspirations of all employees are met, irrespective of characteristics protected under the legislative framework of the Equality Act 2010. We expect everyone to understand and accept their personal responsibility to recognise and value differences and the unique contributions that people make to the way we deliver our work.
As an equal opportunities employer our commitment is to take positive measures to recruit people from underrepresented groups, and we actively encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview for any job applicant with a disability who meets the essential criteria for the role. Please indicate in your covering letter if you wish to be considered under this scheme. We are also happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to the application or interview process to accommodate disabled candidates.
We are a family friendly employer and happy to discuss flexible working arrangements. We encourage applicants to contact us to discuss if they have any questions before applying.
About The Poppy Factory
The Poppy Factory aims to be an exemplar employer. We recognise the impact that working with a challenging cohort can have on our staff, which is why we prioritise work/life balance and support mechanisms including training, supervision and EAP provision.
The Poppy Factory provides competitive terms and conditions of employment, including:
- Opportunity for home-based/hybrid and flexible working
- 28 days’ basic annual leave per year (including a day in lieu of Armistice Day, and 3 days’ closure between Christmas and New Year), rising to 32 days with long service, plus bank holidays
- Double-matched pension contributions up to 10% employer contribution, rising to 14% after 5 years.
- Variety in the role, a mix of travelling in your area, home working and occasional visits to the historic Poppy Factory in Richmond, London
- The opportunity to develop your region and build relationships with employers and other support services that best meet the needs of the people you’re supporting.
The Poppy Factory supports veterans with health conditions and their families into employment, helping them overcome any barriers.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The We Connect Community Builder will lead the development, delivery, and growth of the
We Connect programme, with a strong focus on:
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Designing and overseeing a dynamic, inclusive schedule of group activities
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Building and sustaining strategic partnerships across community, voluntary, arts & culture, statutory, and local authority sectors
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Strengthening community engagement, leadership, and participation
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Ensuring high-quality data management, monitoring, and reporting, including quarterly reporting
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Reducing social isolation and improving wellbeing across diverse communities
Key Responsibilities include:
- Programme Leadership & Activity Development ( see Job Description for full details)
- Partnership Development & Stakeholder Engagement
- Community Building & Engagement
- 1-2-1 Community Navigation (Oversight)
- Monitoring, Data & Reporting
- Collaborative Working & Team Contribution
- Administration & Compliance
Job Requirements
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Flexible working, including occasional evenings and weekends for events and outreach
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Ability to respond flexibly to community needs, including during crises or multi-agency responses
Essential Experience
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At least 2 years’ experience in community development or similar public-facing role
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Experience managing or coordinating programmes and activity schedules
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Proven ability to build partnerships across sectors, including statutory and voluntary organisations
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Experience of community engagement and outreach with diverse communities
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Experience of monitoring, data collection, and reporting
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Experience supporting individuals and groups to improve wellbeing and achieve goals
Desirable Experience
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Strong track record in community building or organising
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Experience working with partners
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Experience producing impact reports or evaluation documents
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Experience using data management systems
Skills & Aptitudes
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Strong leadership and organisational skills
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Ability to develop and manage a varied programme of activities
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Excellent partnership-building and stakeholder engagement skills
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Ability to analyse and present data clearly and effectively
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Strong communication and facilitation skills
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Culturally competent and inclusive approach
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Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Values & Commitments
Shoreditch Trust is guided by values of Equality, Connection, Compassion, Independence, and Flexibility, with a strong commitment to anti-racism, safeguarding, and inclusion.
Safeguarding & Recruitment
This role is subject to safer recruitment practices, including references and DBS checks where applicable.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is an exciting opportunity for an Outreach & Wellbeing Facilitator to join the Sister Circle team and contribute to a newly formed SafeRoots Partnership (SRP) to deliver integrated, trauma-informed, culturally attuned support to minoritised women survivors of domestic abuse who are accessing or have accessed safe accommodation across London.
Sister Circle is a women-led charity with 45 years' experience of advancing health equity and justice for women from diverse communities. Rooted in our local communities, we work to ensure women and families receive compassionate, accessible and culturally informed support.
We are grounded in lived experience with the shared belief that every woman deserves to feel safe, heard and supported.
The Role
As the Outreach & Wellbeing Facilitator, you will create safe, welcoming, and culturally responsive spaces where women affected by domestic abuse, gender-based violence, trauma, displacement, isolation, or poor mental wellbeing can connect with others, strengthen their wellbeing, rebuild confidence, and access holistic support.
We would love to hear from you if:
- you bring proven outreach and facilitating experience and a deep understanding of gender‑based violence and trauma recovery.
- can contribute confidently and compassionately to our trauma‑informed and survivor‑centred practice.
- you will ensure women experiencing domestic abuse and other forms of trauma, are met with dignity, understanding and culturally attuned care throughout their healing journey whilst living in safe accommodations.
You will have experince of:
Facilitating safe, inclusive, and engaging wellbeing groups using trauma-informed, survivor-led approaches that foster trust, participation, peer connection, and empowerment, while adapting delivery to meet diverse emotional, cultural, communication, and literacy needs.
Building trusted relationships with women living in safer accommodation and develop effective partnerships with accommodation providers, community organisations, and support services to strengthen engagement and access to support.
Promoting women's voices, choice, independence, and leadership through strengths-based practice, effective signposting, advocacy, and collaborative working that supports holistic and coordinated responses to women's needs.
How to Apply
CV (maximum of 2 sides of A4) and Cover Letter (maximum 1 side A4).
Your covering letter will tell us why you would like this role, how your experience meets the role requirements and why you would like to join Sister Circle.
We welcome applications from women with lived experience of domestic abuse and safer accommodation.
Applications without a covering letter and received after the deadline will not be considered.
Deadline: 10.07.2026 (Midday)
This post is open to female applicants only as this is deemed a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) for this role under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
We build trusted relationships that create sustainable transformation for women’s wellbeing.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life. We believe no one should face financial hardship in later life.
Our Helpline and expert advisers offer free, practical support to older people without enough money to live on. Through our grants programme, we support hundreds of local organisations working with older people across the UK.
We use the knowledge and insight gained from our support services and partnerships to highlight the issues experienced by older people in poverty and campaign for change.
We would love to find individuals from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds to join us on this journey.
Responsibilities and Person Specification:
This is a critical and influential role at Independent Age, reporting to the Head of Governance. The post holder will provide high-quality support across a broad and impactful portfolio, including risk management, procurement and contracts, governance, safeguarding and business continuity, helping to build a culture where accountability, learning and continuous improvement drive meaningful change.
Working closely with senior leaders and the Board, you will play an important role in enabling effective and confident decision-making across every level of the charity. This is an opportunity to contribute across a wide range of areas and to see the direct impact of your work on how the organisation functions and delivers its mission.
We are looking for someone with a genuine passion for risk management, alongside a strong understanding of not-for-profit governance best practice. You will also bring experience in at least one of the following areas: procurement, contracts management, third party contract risk, business continuity planning, policy management or safeguarding.
You will be an excellent communicator, confident working with senior stakeholders, with strong attention to detail and a proactive, can-do approach. Above all, you will take pride in getting things done efficiently and to a high standard and be motivated by the opportunity to work for a values-led organisation making a meaningful difference to older people.
This is a full-time role, 35 hours per week, which you can choose to work over five days or a 9-day fortnight.
If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all of the above criteria but you do meet most of them and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply anyway.
What it’s like to work at Independent Age:
We celebrate diversity at Independent Age and champion the differences that make each of us unique. We actively support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. We aim to attract and retain a wide range of talent and create an environment where everyone can feel safe, protected, welcome and included. In line with this, our office has many inclusive features, and there is no dress code.
We offer great benefits including 28 days annual leave plus public holidays, a generous pension scheme with life assurance, and fantastic learning and development opportunities. We also offer a number of enhanced leave provisions and benefits.
We know that a good work life balance helps us perform at our best and supports wellbeing. Flexible working hours and hybrid working is standard for all, but if you need a different form of flexibility, we are always happy to talk flexible working. Those contracted to work in the office are required to attend the office a minimum of 4 days per month. This role supports Board and committee meetings which may be held online or in the office, meaning availability to support with this is required.
You can find out more about what it’s like to work at Independent Age on the Careers page on our website.
Application Process:
To apply, please visit our website to submit a CV and a Supporting Statement, detailing how your skills and experience meet the criteria within the Job Description and Person Specification (please do not hesitate to contact us if you have specific requirements and need support to apply in an alternative format).
To support our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion our hiring managers use anonymous shortlisting. Therefore, please do not include your name, photo, or information to indicate your gender or age in your CV and supporting statement. Please do not omit dates of employment. Please ensure the title of any uploads does not contain your name.
Independent Age is committed to safeguarding and follows Safer Recruitment practices to ensure we are safeguarding those we work with. We therefore ask that you supply your full work history with explanations for any gaps in the application documents you submit and, if offered the post, we will require two employment references including your current or most recent employer. A Basic DBS check will be carried out for the successful candidate.
Closing Date: Tuesday 14 July, 23:59
1st Interview Dates: Tuesday 21 and Wednesday 22 July, online via Microsoft Teams
2nd Interview Dates: Wednesday 29 July, in person at our London Office (Avonmore Road)
Independent Age is the national charity focused on improving the lives of people facing financial hardship in later life.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Are you a passionate, skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist who believes every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive? Do you want to work somewhere where your expertise has a visible, lasting impact — where independence grows, barriers are reduced, and young people are empowered to succeed in all aspects of their lives?
At Southover, we are looking for a committed Occupational Therapist who brings clinical excellence, creativity and a genuine determination to make a difference. Our students have often experienced disrupted journeys, but with the right therapeutic support, they make exceptional progress — not only academically, but socially, emotionally and functionally.
This is a unique opportunity to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, where therapy is fully integrated into the school day. You will play a key role in supporting students with sensory and motor needs, helping staff embed effective strategies, and ensuring every young person can access learning and daily life with confidence.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, where relationships are central, and where your professional judgement and innovation are valued, you will feel right at home here.
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist who is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based interventions, raising aspirations and supporting students to develop the skills they need for lifelong success.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a good school where your work truly matters. You will contribute to a nurturing, ambitious and holistic environment that prioritises the wellbeing and development of every young person.
What we are looking for:
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A qualified Occupational Therapist who will make a real difference
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A skilled clinician with experience of sensory and motor needs
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Someone who is flexible, creative and solution-focused
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A strong relationship-builder with excellent communication skills
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A proactive team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
What we offer:
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A warm, welcoming and supportive working environment where staff wellbeing really matters
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The opportunity to work closely with students and see the direct impact of your interventions
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A committed, multi-disciplinary team who collaborate, support and celebrate each other
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Opportunities to contribute to whole-school practice, training and development
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A highly rewarding role where you can have a transformational impact on young people’s lives
Important information:
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We only accept applications using our application form; CVs cannot be considered
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Southover is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment
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The successful candidate will require an Enhanced DBS Certificate and will be subject to a range of safer recruitment checks
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All staff must comply with data protection responsibilities and adhere to GDPR principles
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We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and operate in full accordance with the Equality Act 2010
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Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK
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Please note: Depending on application numbers, we may shortlist and interview before the closing date
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Anna Freud is seeking a Wellbeing Practitioner to join our world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website.
The start date for this role is 24 August 2026, when three weeks of induction training will begin and is non-negotiable. Please do not apply if you are not able to commit to this.
Our EDI commitment
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and being an equal opportunities employer, whereby equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our recruitment practices. All candidates who meet the job criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, socioeconomic background, caring responsibilities and care experience.
We ask candidates to share their diversity dimensions with us to help us identify, tackle and prevent bias across the employee lifecycle. We believe a diverse workforce enhances our ability to support mental health and wellbeing, allowing us to better meet the needs of the children, young people and families we serve.
As a Disability Confident employer, disabled candidates meeting our criteria are guaranteed an interview. Applications are submitted anonymously and assessed using a fair evaluation process based on the criteria set out in our job profiles.
What we offer
We offer a range of staff benefits, including an all-in-one rewards and recognition platform called Perkbox and wellbeing offers such as finishing early on Fridays and free counselling through our Employee Assistance Programme. We are proud to have staff-led Diversity Networks offering unique opportunities for learning, connection and impact.
MindWorks is a research programme designed as a randomised controlled trial to test a specialist intervention for young people at risk of school exclusion due to challenging behaviour. Grounded in CBT and systemic approaches and underpinned by a strong anti-racist framework, the programme recognises the impact of structural inequality and works closely with schools, families and communities, with young people recruited directly through education settings.
Please note: the role is known internally as Practitioner.
What you’ll do
You will deliver a structured, short-term intervention (typically over eight weeks) to young people and their parent or carer, combining therapeutic work with collaboration across the wider school network, including trusted adults. The role is outreach-based, primarily taking place in schools, family homes and community settings. It involves providing direct clinical support, working systemically with families and education staff, and contributing to a wider research trial while applying evidence-based, trauma-informed and mentalisation approaches.
What you’ll bring
Please note: a three-week training programme in the intervention and trial requirements will start on 24 August 2026. You must be available to complete this comprehensive training, which is a core requirement for the role. This is non-negotiable.
Essential requirements:
Proven therapeutic experience in supporting young people in community and education settings, working systemically with families and other key adults.
Relevant qualifications and expertise: training in psychology or a related mental health field, with the ability to deliver evidence-based interventions for children and young people.
Cultural competence and inclusion: ability to work effectively across diverse cultural contexts, applying inclusive, anti-discriminatory practices within clinical work.
Strong communication and collaboration: skilled at building relationships, communicating complex ideas clearly, and working with multiple stakeholders while using supervision effectively.
Organisation, safeguarding, and research commitment: capable of managing workload across settings, maintaining accurate records, applying safeguarding standards, and engaging fully with research trial requirements.
Key details
Hours: full-time, 35 hours per week.
Salary: £32,136 FTE per annum, plus 6% contributory pension scheme.
Location: community sites, schools and colleges, and Anna Freud (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH). Face to face delivery predominantly. Ability to travel is essential and travel expenses will be paid. The schools taking part in the Mindworks trial for the first term (September – December 2026) are based in Dagenham, Borehamwood, Tilbury and Bedfordshire. You will be allocated to a school in one of these areas for the term and must be willing to commute there daily. From January 2027, school recruitment will be focused on the London / Greater London area.
Contract type: starting on 24 August 2026 (non-negotiable), fixed-term until July 2028.
Next steps
Closing date for applications: midday (12pm), Wednesday 1 July 2026. Please note we will close this vacancy once 40 applications are received. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities.
Notification of interview: shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Friday 3 July 2026. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.
Interviews: will be held remotely in mid-July 2026.
How to apply: visit our careers website to apply online. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.
Questions?
Please email Recruitment with any job enquiries, or if you require assistance or experience difficulties when applying. Please note that successful candidate(s) will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer – we do not hold a sponsor license therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.
Our vision is a world where all children and young people are able to achieve their full potential.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
First Give
First Give is a national charity that partners with secondary schools to inspire and equip young people with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to drive change. Through our structured programmes, students explore social issues, connect with charities, and take tangible steps to improve their community.
Empowering and equipping young people to meaningfully contribute to their community is a first step to addressing many of the challenges we face at this time of social disconnection and division. Our vision is of a more generous society where everyone is willing and able to give their time, money and skills to the causes they care about.
Trusts and Foundations Manager
We are seeking a dynamic, strategic and relationship-driven Trusts and Foundations Manager to lead on growing and stewarding First Give’s portfolio of high-value funders. This role will focus on securing income from Trusts and Foundations from first engagement to account management, delivery and reporting.
First Give is a small charity, with a growing fundraising team and big ambitions. You will therefore be someone who thrives in a start-up environment, willing to try new things. We are looking for an exceptional writer, someone who can translate the impact of our work into proposals that inspire and motivate the reader to give.
You will play a pivotal role in shaping First Give’s income growth, working closely with our Head of Philanthropy and Partnerships and the Director to manage relationships with existing donors, and leading on the development of high value bids to expand our work. This role will also support key engagement activities, including hosting donors at student-led Final events and facilitating employee volunteering at schools.
This is an exciting opportunity for a confident communicator and grant fundraiser with experience managing and deepening relationships with high value trusts and foundations gifts – someone who thrives on storytelling and social impact. We currently have a strong pipeline of trusts and foundations and are looking for someone eager to write applications and secure funding.
Contract: Full-time, 35 hours per week; core hours - 10am till 4pm
Location: We have office space at the Pears Hub in West Hampstead, where some people come in one or two times a week, we're very flexible.
Application process:
- Application form
- Task and interview (interviews will be conducted on MS Teams)
Please also fill out this equality & diversity monitoring form (this will not be linked to your application).
1. Application closes: 20th July 9am
2. Interviews: 23rd and 24th July
3. Start date: 1st September
The students we work with come from a diverse range of backgrounds, and so do we. We want to ensure that we are recruiting, retaining and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues. We want to foster a diverse and inclusive culture, to empower our teams to achieve our vision drawing on the broadest possible range of experiences. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates from minoritised groups currently underrepresented on our executive team, particularly black and minority ethnic and disabled candidates.
Please get in touch with Carmen O’Loughlin if you would like to request reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or have any queries about the role.
Creating opportunities where young people are inspired and empowered to give their time, money or skills to charities and causes that they care about


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Tutor – Ireland 0.5
Location: Ireland
Closing date: 10th July 2026
Overview of Role:
Church Army are looking to appoint a 0.5 Tutor based on the island of Ireland to provide outstanding training in pioneering and evangelism. This role will focus on the training of Church of Ireland Pioneer Ministers, in partnership with the Church of Ireland Theological Institute, and include elements of both teaching and being a personal tutor.
This role of Tutor is key in helping our expanding Initial Training Team provide outstanding formation in contextual mission and evangelism – by forming effective evangelists who are able to work with God in transforming communities.
Salary: £20,833 / €24042.50 per annum (£41,666 / €48,085 pro rata)
Hours:18.75 hours a week with evening and weekend work required on occasion. Normal working pattern will need to include working on a Thursday.
Pension: Church Army is an auto enrolment pension employer. You will be assessed under pension auto enrolment criteria. Alternative provisions are available if you are ordained within Church of England or a commissioned Church Army evangelist, both of which are non-contributory by the employee.
Annual Leave:123.75 hours inclusive of bank holidays. (Pro-rata equivalent to 25 days plus bank holidays).
Contract:Part-time, Open Ended
Occupational Requirement: Due to the responsibilities of the role there is an occupational requirement under the Equality Act 2010 that the post holder has an active faith in Jesus, demonstrated by an involvement in a local church and agreement with the vision and values of Church Army.
Application Deadline:9am on Friday 10th July 2026
Interview Date: Friday 24th July 2026, Dublin
Next Steps:
For more information on the role, you can find the job description and person specification for the post here.
To apply, please download and complete a Faith Based Application Form for this post. When you are ready to submit your application, please upload your completed application form and select Apply now.
PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT ACCEPT CVs
We want everyone everywhere to encounter God’s love and be empowered to transform their communities through faith shared in words and action.

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Manager - Young Lives & Families
Pay: £37,650 - £41,250 per annum
Hours: Full-time. 35 hours a week
Work Pattern: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Contract Period: Permanent
Location: Action on Disability Centre for Independent Living, Mo Mowlam House, Clem Attlee Court, London SW6 7BF
About Action on Disability
Action on Disability (AoD), founded in 1979, is one of London’s leading Disabled People’s Organisations (DPOs). Guided by the Social Model of Disability, we work to remove barriers and promote equality, inclusion and choice for all Disabled people.
AoD is a medium-sized charity with a Board of Trustees, 27 staff, and a strong pool of casual staff and volunteers. Many of whom have lived experience of disability. We are proud that 100% of our Board and 54% of our staff identify as Disabled.
We deliver four key services: Young Lives & Families, Employment, Welfare Benefits, and Independent Living.
Purpose of the Role
The Manager for Young Lives & Families and Independent Living Advice & Support provides operational leadership and coordination across both departments.
The postholder supervises project leads, ensures effective, person-centred service delivery, and maintains quality, compliance and accountability in line with AoD’s values and the Social Model of Disability.
Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, the Manager supports planning, performance monitoring, budgeting and partnership development to ensure services for Disabled children, young people, adults and families are delivered to a high standard and meet contractual outcomes.
Main Responsibilities
1. Provide clear, supportive day-to-day leadership across both departments, ensuring that services meet organisational and contractual requirements.
2. Supervise and support the project leads for Youth, Supported Internships (H&F and K&C), Welfare Benefits Advice and Direct Payments Support.
3. Coordinate delivery to ensure that all activities are inclusive, accessible and informed by the Social Model of Disability.
4. Oversee compliance with statutory, contractual and safeguarding requirements, maintaining accurate monitoring and quality-assurance systems.
5. Manage departmental budgets within agreed limits and contribute to forecasting, reporting and value-for-money reviews.
6. Prepare and submit funding applications and tender bids, in conjunction with the Chief Operating Officer, ensuring proposals are evidence-based and aligned with AoD’s strategic priorities.
7. Lead regular team meetings, supervision and appraisals; set clear objectives and support staff development.
8. Build and maintain effective partnerships with local authorities, schools, colleges, employers and community organisations to strengthen outcomes.
9. Support project leads with data collection, outcome reporting and evaluation (including use of Salesforce or other systems).
10. Promote co-production and participation by Disabled people in service design, delivery and review.
11. Contribute to planning and service improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance delivery and efficiency.
12. Represent AoD positively at external meetings, networks and events, promoting our vision, values and expertise.
13. Work collaboratively with other AoD departments to encourage cross-organisational learning and shared practice.
General Responsibilities
- Work in line with AoD’s aims, values and the Social Model of Disability.
- Follow AoD’s policies on Equality, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Confidentiality and Data Protection.
- Actively contribute to team meetings, supervision and training.
- Promote AoD’s services and values to partners, employers and the wider community.
- Be flexible and willing to carry out other tasks that support the smooth running of the service.
Organisational responsibilities
All staff share responsibility for upholding AoD’s values and ensuring that our work reflects the principles of the Social Model of Disability. In this role you will:
- Work in line with AoD’s aims, values and strategic priorities, promoting equality, inclusion and co-production in all aspects of your work.
- Follow AoD’s policies and procedures, including those covering Equality, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Confidentiality.
- Promote and represent AoD positively to partners, employers, funders and members of the public.
- Contribute to organisational development, suggesting improvements and sharing ideas to strengthen our services.
- Participate fully in supervision, training, team and organisational meetings, and support colleagues to achieve shared goals.
- Maintain accurate records and monitoring data, contributing to reports for funders, commissioners and internal use.
- Work flexibly across projects and departments when needed, supporting colleagues and adapting to new priorities.
- Ensure safe and responsible working practices in all aspects of your role, including the wellbeing of yourself and others.
- Uphold AoD’s commitment to being a DPO led by and for Disabled people.
In return we offer
- 25 days annual leave (pro rata), rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service
- Life Assurance (1x salary if enrolled in the auto-enrolment pension)
- Company sick pay (2 weeks after 6 months’ service; 1 month after 12 months)
- 2 weeks Disability Leave pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
Additional Information
- Some evening or weekend work may occasionally be required.
- An enhanced DBS check will be required.
- Travel across Greater London will be required; travel expenses reimbursed according to policy.
- Managers are expected to work on-site at AoD for at least four days per week (full-time equivalent).
Closing Date: 24th July
Interview Dates: 4-6th August
N.B. We reserve the right to interview and close the deadline early should a suitable applicant apply
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website where you can complete your application for this position.
We particularly welcome applications from Disabled people, as they are currently under-represented in leadership roles across the wider voluntary and community sector. As a Disabled People’s Organisation, we believe lived experience brings valuable insight and leadership to this role. We will provide reasonable adjustments at all stages of recruitment and employment.
No agencies please.
This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of Stewardship’s customer operations. You will lead a dedicated team responsible for delivering operational excellence across our primary platforms, ensuring that the systems, processes and controls supporting our services are effective, scalable and aligned with our mission.
This dynamic and strategic role offers a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic leader who is passionate about serving our organisation’s Christian mission. As the leader in this role, you will have proven ability to drive operational efficiency and implement best practice. You will prize quality and attention to detail, and innovation, focusing on growing the Kingdom of God through operational efficiency and excellence.
Occupational Requirement (OR)
As a result of our Christian ethos, this post is covered by an Occupational Requirement (OR) under Part 1 of Schedule 9 to the Equality Act 2010. The successful applicant will be expected to be a practising Christian and to clearly demonstrate a personal commitment to the mission, principles, values and practices contained in our Ethos Statement, by:
· Active membership of local church congregation.
An understanding of the faith aspects of the work of Christian charities, including the preparedness to pray with colleagues, where appropriate.
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Join GMWSA and help women build positive futures after prison
The Greater Manchester Women’s Support Alliance (GMWSA) is looking for a passionate and motivated Link Worker to support women who have experienced multiple recalls to custody and are preparing for release from HMP Styal.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a specialist, women-centred organisation committed to delivering trauma-responsive, gender-specific support to women facing multiple disadvantage.
Working directly with women in custody, you will support them to overcome barriers to successful resettlement, reconnect with services in their local communities, and build the foundations for a more stable future.
About the Role
As the HMP Styal Link Worker, you will provide one-to-one support to women from Greater Manchester who have been recalled to custody. Many of the women you will work with will have experienced trauma, domestic abuse, poor mental health, homelessness, substance misuse, family separation, and other complex challenges.
You will:
- Build trusting relationships with women whilst they are in custody.
- Assess individual needs and develop person-centred support plans.
- Support women to prepare for release and reintegration into their communities.
- Link women into local Women’s Centres, housing providers, and specialist support services.
- Work closely with prison staff, probation, housing providers and community organisations.
- Provide practical and emotional support before and immediately after release where required.
- Advocate on behalf of women to ensure they can access the services and support they need.
This role requires someone who can combine empathy, resilience and strong professional boundaries while working in a challenging but highly rewarding environment.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about supporting women and understands the challenges faced by those involved in the criminal justice system.
You will ideally have:
- Experience of supporting vulnerable adults with complex needs.
- Experience in advocacy, support work, case management or related roles.
- An understanding of trauma-responsive and strengths-based approaches.
- Knowledge of issues affecting women involved in the criminal justice system.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- The ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
We welcome applications from women with lived experience of the criminal justice system and will support successful candidates through the required vetting processes.
Why Join GMWSA?
GMWSA is a partnership of Women’s Centres and specialist organisations working across Greater Manchester to support women facing multiple disadvantage.
We believe in:
- Trauma-responsive and evidence-led practice
- Women’s voices shaping services
- Partnership and collaboration
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Empowerment, dignity and respect
You’ll be joining a team committed to helping women overcome barriers, reduce reoffending and create lasting positive change.
Important Information
This post is open to women only and is exempt under Schedule 9, Part 1 of the Equality Act 2010 (occupational requirement).
The successful candidate will be required to undertake:
- Enhanced DBS check
- BPSS clearance
- HMPPS prison vetting and barring processes (Enhanced Check Levels 1 and 2)
A full driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes are essential.
How to Apply
Please download and complete the application form and return it by 12 noon on Thursday 2nd July 2026.
The recruitment pack and application form can be accessed via our website by clicking the "Redirect to Recruiter" button.
Please note that we do not accept CVs or covering letters in place of an application form.
Application deadline: 12 noon, Thursday 2nd July 2026
Interview Date: TBC
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Location: Hybrid role working in North East England (primarily home-based with significant regional travel)
Base region: Tees Valley and Tyne & Wear
Coverage: This is a home-based role that requires regular weekly travel to schools and colleges across the North East. You will be expected to work extensively throughout Tees Valley and Tyne & Wear, with specific current activity hubs in Cramlington, Walkergate, Hartlepool, Stanley and Redcar. Regional location throughout the North East will change according to programme demand.
Applicants must hold a full, clean driving licence and have the ability and willingness to travel regularly across the region.
Reporting to: National Programmes Manager
Application Deadline: Wednesday 8th July at 9AM. We encourage early applications as we may close the vacancy sooner if we receive a high volume of applications.
1st Stage Interviews: Week commencing 13th July (online)
2nd Stage Interviews: Wednesday 22nd July (in-person)
About The Girls’ Network:
The Girls' Network is a national charity with a mission to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a network of professional women role models and volunteer mentors. We believe no girl should have her future limited by her gender, ethnicity, background, or parental income. Our vision is a future where all girls are supported to realise their ambitions, discover their self-worth, and shape their own futures.
We partner with secondary schools and colleges across multiple regions in England, including London, Merseyside, Portsmouth, Southampton, Sussex, Tees Valley, Tyne & Wear and the West Midlands. We match girls aged 14–19 with trained volunteer mentors for one-to-one support. In addition to this core mentoring, workshops, and access to an Ambassador Community that provides continued opportunities for development, career support, and connection.
Role Summary
The Regional Programme Lead is responsible for delivering The Girls’ Network’s suite of programmes in schools and colleges, including facilitating engaging and impactful workshops for girls aged 14–19 from disadvantaged backgrounds. The post-holder also leads on the recruitment, induction, training, matching, supervision and support of volunteers and will appropriately match mentors with young people. You will steer local partnerships and oversee programme administration to ensure the smooth and effective delivery of our mission.
This role combines hands-on programme delivery with operational coordination, ensuring that The Girls’ Network’s regional programmes achieve their intended outcomes and contribute to national KPI achievement.
Person Specification:
Essential:
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Applicants must hold a full, clean driving licence and have the ability and willingness to travel regularly across the region.
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Understanding of equal opportunities and inclusion in youth work. A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with an understanding of its application in youth work in the charity and/or education sector. We welcome applications from outreach youth workers and/or teachers/teaching assistants or equivalent roles.
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A genuine understanding and passion for addressing the challenges faced by girls and young women from disadvantaged backgrounds.
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Experience and/or willingness to learn delivering high quality workshops or training sessions to groups of young people, aged 14-19.
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Proven ability to build and independently manage multiple relationships with key stakeholders, including young people, volunteers, education providers and local partner organisations.
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Excellent organisational, prioritisation and time-management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines in a target-driven environment.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
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Experience of developing resources for programmatic delivery, including volunteer training and workshops for young people.
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Project or programme coordination experience, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities effectively.
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Target-oriented, with experience of achieving KPIs and contributing to performance monitoring.
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Practical knowledge and experience of safeguarding and child protection working practices.
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Competence in using digital tools, including Salesforce or other CRM platforms, with attention to accuracy and the ability to maintain high-quality records for monitoring and evaluation purposes.
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Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines, adapt to change, and work effectively both independently and as part of a geographically dispersed team.
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Commitment to The Girls’ Network mission and keeping young people at the centre of all work.
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Ability to travel and work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends.
Desirable:
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Experience working in a charity, youth, or education setting.
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Experience of working with young people from diverse backgrounds.
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Experience of safer recruitment in volunteering.
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A mentoring or coaching qualification, or equivalent experience.
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Experience working remotely, demonstrating initiative and the ability to work proactively with minimal supervision.
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Flexible and adaptable approach, with an understanding of the time and resource limitations typical in small organisations.
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Specific knowledge of mentoring programmes and/or youth/education services.
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If you believe you have relevant experience and the potential to thrive in this role, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every single criterion listed.
How to apply
Please apply as soon as possible. You will be asked to complete your application by submitting your CV and answering a few application questions.
Appointees are subject to a DBS check. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply.
The deadline to submit your application is Wednesday 8th July at 9AM. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We therefore encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Diversity at our core
The Girls' Network is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating discrimination. In line with the Equality Act 2010, if you require any reasonable adjustments to support you with any stage of this recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Our Benefits
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27 holiday days per year, plus public holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
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Option to purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave every year
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Gifted birthday leave
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3 days volunteering leave per year
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Extended and comprehensive sick pay policy
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Enhanced Family Leave pay policy
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Pension scheme
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Annual professional development fund to help you grow
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24-hour Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
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Benefit from flexible, remote working options with home office equipment.
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A dedicated Girls’ Network buddy, available beyond the induction period for ongoing support
Our mission is to inspire and empower girls from the least advantaged communities by connecting them with a mentor and network of female role models.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are looking for an experienced and collaborative Education and Partnerships Manager to join PEAS on a 12-month parental leave cover, supporting our mission to expand access to quality secondary education across Africa.
PEAS works at both school and system level, combining a network of high-performing schools with partnerships with governments to improve education outcomes at scale. This role sits within our Technical Team, working closely with colleagues across Uganda, Zambia and Ghana to ensure our programmes are evidence-based, impactful and positioned to influence wider education systems.
The role
This is a varied and high-impact role combining programme delivery, research and external engagement. You will:
- Support the design and delivery of PEAS’ system strengthening programmes, working with government partners to improve education quality at scale
- Develop high-quality materials, tools and training to support programme implementation and external engagement
- Contribute to research, learning and evidence generation to strengthen PEAS’ approach and influence the wider education sector
- Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including government partners, funders and collaborators
- Support organisational strategy by identifying opportunities to grow PEAS’ impact in new and existing countries
You will play a key role in ensuring that PEAS’ model is grounded in evidence and effectively shared to drive wider system change.
About you
We are looking for someone who has:
- A strong understanding of evidence and international best practice in education, including areas such as teacher development, instructional leadership, curriculum implementation and education system strengthening.
- Experience supporting the design, implementation, evaluation or scaling of education programmes.
- Experience working within education systems in Sub-Saharan Africa, including supporting programme implementation, system reform or government partnerships. Experience in Zambia, Uganda, Ghana or Malawi would be an advantage.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages for different audiences including governments, donors, technical audiences and practitioner
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to synthesise research, evidence and programme learning to inform decision-making
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint and Excel.
- A degree in Education or a related field. A Master's degree would be an advantage.
And who is...
- Passionate about improving education outcomes for young people.
- Collaborative and low ego, with a willingness to listen, learn and support others.
- Curious and intellectually engaged, with a genuine interest in understanding what works in education and why.
- Adaptable and comfortable working across multiple programmes, priorities and contexts.
- A self-starter who takes initiative and enjoys solving problems.
- Resilient and professional, remaining calm and solutions-focused when challenges arise.
- Thorough, with strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
Why join PEAS
You will join a small, ambitious and globally connected team working to transform education systems. PEAS combines practical delivery experience with a strong focus on evidence and partnerships, enabling impact that reaches far beyond our own schools.
We offer flexible and remote working options, and welcome applications from candidates based in the UK, Zambia or Uganda.
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To apply, please click the 'Redirect to Recruiter' button to be redirected to our application form. Please ensure you have read the job pack attached to this job advert before applying.
The closing date for applications is Sunday 5th July 2026.
PEAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively seek a diverse applicant pool.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Respond's Young People's Service meets the emotional and psychological needs of children and young people who are autistic and/or have a learning disability who have experienced abuse or trauma. The specific remit is to make psychological and emotional support as accessible as possible. We do this by providing therapy in our clinic and in special schools, supporting the whole system to consider the impact of trauma and abuse.
As a qualified creative arts therapist, counsellor, or psychotherapist you will have experience in working with children and young people who have a learning disability and/or autism and who have experienced abuse and/or trauma.
We are committed to the furthering of human rights, equality, and positive social change through our therapeutic and advocacy work and are committed to anti-racism and other forms of anti-discriminatory practice. We recognise that we need to continually keep this as a focus in our work and as an integral part of our organisational strategy.
We celebrate diversity as an employer and as a provider of services to people who often experience multiple discriminations because of (but not limited to) being autistic or having a learning disability and experiences of trauma.
If you’d like to find out more about this role, please read through the job description and our person specification. Please send in your CV with your supporting statement of no more than 2 sides of A4. When you apply, please make sure that you address the points in the person specification in your statement.
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Peripatetic - North of England, United Kingdom
Please note in regards to location this role can be based anywhere and travel will be required across the North of England
We are looking for two collaborative and purpose-driven Project and Relationship Managers to join The Salvation Army’s Research and Development team helping shape projects that strengthen mission, support communities and make the very best use of resources.
This is a unique opportunity to work within a role that involves managing a varied portfolio of projects, facilitating collaboration, developing proposals and reports, and working with stakeholders across the organisation to shape effective and sustainable mission-focused solutions.
As a Project and Relationship Manager, you will have strong project management experience, excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities while producing high-quality written work. You will be confident working with a range of stakeholders and influencing through collaboration.
You’ll bring people together, facilitate thoughtful conversations, build trusted relationships and guide projects from early ideas through to high-quality proposals ready for delivery.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Experience in planning, managing, and delivering projects, ideally with a Christian ministry/mission focus
- Ability to clearly express the purposes and aims of The Salvation Army through your Christian faith, an ability to exercise your spiritual gifts to the benefit of The Salvation Army and your projects, and an ability to lead others in a process of spiritual discernment
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and produce high-quality written reports and proposals
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships, facilitate meetings, and work effectively with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally
- A flexible and adaptable approach, with willingness to support the needs of the role, including occasional evening meetings and travel across the UK & Ireland Territory
This role has an “occupational requirement” to be a practising and committed Christian, actively involved with your own Church. The job holder will be in sympathy with the doctrines of, and supportive of, the purposes, aims and objectives of The Salvation Army.
In order to complete your application please download and read the job profile and any other attachments.
In the job profile you will find the criteria required for the role please make sure that you address this in your supporting statement as this forms the basis of our shortlisting.
Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references and evidence of your Right to Work in the UK in line with Home Office requirements. As we are not a licensed sponsor, applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Details on how to prove your Right to Work can be found on the Government website.
The Salvation Army actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records.
Please note that any Salvation Army employees who are under notice of redundancy and apply for this position will be given priority consideration.
We reserve the right to close this advert earlier if we feel that we have received sufficient applications.
Promoting equality in the workplace and as a disability confident leader scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet all the minimum essential criteria for the vacancy.
Benefits:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part-time) a contributory pension scheme; an employee assistance programme
Working hours: Minimum of 35 hours per week
Closing Date: 30 June 2026
Interview Date: “Please note that the interview process will consist of two stages: an initial online discussion with the hiring manager, followed by a second-stage in-person interview on 16th July 2026, for candidates who are successful at the first stage.
Our mission is based on our faith in Jesus Christ who wants everyone to experience life in all its fullness.





