Health and wellbeing coordinator jobs in Watford, hertfordshire

About Us:

Since 1854, Embrace has been serving some of the most marginalised and excluded communities (of all faiths and none) in the Middle East. We support, enable and partner with Christians in the Middle East as they work to transform lives and restore dignity through education, healthcare and community development programmes. Without our staff, this important work simply would not be possible.

We are looking for an Advocacy & Campaigns Officer and Just Peace Coalition Coordinator to help deliver effective advocacy and campaigning, amplify the voices of Christian partners in the Middle East, and mobilise churches, supporters and decision-makers to create positive change.

Role Overview:

Working within the Programmes, Partnerships & Advocacy team and reporting to the Advocacy & Campaigns Manager, you will support research, campaign delivery, communications, church engagement and stakeholder relationships. Around three days per week will support Embrace advocacy and church engagement, with two days coordinating the Just Peace Coalition and it’s Time to Act campaign. You will be organised, collaborative and able to communicate complex issues clearly and sensitively.

For a fuller understanding of the role, including the key responsibilities and the skills and experience required, please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification.

Location: High Wycombe/Hybrid (minimum one day a month in the office, plus extra as required).

Contract: Fixed term for 2 years.

Staff benefits at Embrace the Middle East:

• To support every member of staff to work as effectively as possible, Embrace offers remote and flexible working arrangements. This includes flexitime and home-working arrangements.
• Flexitime - start work between 7:30am - 10:00am and finish between 3:00pm - 6:00pm. Our core collaborative working hours are between 10:00am to 3:00pm.
• Pension - option to join from day 1. Maximum employer contribution of 10%.
• Holiday - 32 days, including 8 bank holidays and a day off work for your birthday, rising to 33 days after 5 years' service and 34 days after 10 years' service, plus 3 days leave between Christmas and the New Year.
• Life Assurance - 3x salary.
• Access to retail discount portal.
• Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, legal and financial advice) - available 24/7, 365 days a year.
• Training and development programme for all employees.
• Commitment to staff health & wellbeing.

For more information and to apply, please visit our jobs page.

Closing date: midday on Friday, 18th September 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy and conduct interviews in advance of the closing date should suitable applications be received.

Partnership Coordinator 

Salary: £28,860 per annum (subject to an annual salary review)

Contract: Fixed-term for 12 months (possibility of a contract extension / change to a permanent contract in the future subject to funding and business need)

Start Date: As soon as possible (specific date to be agreed with consideration for your notice period)

Location: This is a blended-working role with two days per week at our office in Finsbury Park (Tuesday-Thursday) during term time and the flexibility to work from home during school holidays. Occasional travel to schools and events will be required. 

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week. Our core hours are 09:30 - 16:00 from Monday to Friday. 

About the Role

The Partnership Coordinator role is varied, offering the chance to develop a wide range of skills. Responsibilities include managing local Hubs, delivering programme and network activities, supporting events and meetings, and participating in recruitment and retention activities.

Working closely with school and trust leaders and Hub Managers, you will need excellent relationship management skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Strong evaluation and data management skills would also be an advantage.

This position requires individuals who are self-motivated, organised, detail-focused, and strong communicators. 

We are looking for a new colleague to focus on account managing some of our local Hubs, and supporting recruitment and retention of schools and trusts. This would account for about 60-80% of your time. The remaining time will be spent on delivering our programmes and networks, ensuring a great experience for our partner schools, supporting knowledge exchange, and handling general partner queries.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Partnership Experience Manager, the Partnership Coordinator will have the following key areas of responsibility and will be expected to undertake other responsibilities commensurate with the role as requested:

1. Programme and Network Delivery 

• Provide year-round support to local Hub Managers to ensure schools receive necessary support.

• Maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including resolving operational issues and escalating as needed.

• Support the planning and delivery of programmes and networks, including scheduling dates, organising training sessions, and other activities.

• Support the organisation and delivery of programme-specific and national events.

1. Partner Relationship Management

• Work with the Challenge Partners Central Team to ensure an excellent experience for partners and help schools maximise their partnership value.

• Support the induction and onboarding of new schools to their Hubs and the National Network of Excellence.

• Troubleshoot and respond to school or trust queries through internal customer care systems.

• Utilise and update our CRM system (Salesforce).

1. Data Management

   • Monitor, consolidate and analyse programme, network and Hub data to identify risks and/or trends, providing regular reports and updates to support the continuous improvement of our activities.

   • Utilise our CRM system (Salesforce) to build reporting efficiencies.

1. Communications

• Respond to email and phone queries about Challenge Partners, programmes, networks, and Hubs professionally and promptly.

• Collaborate with programme, network, and partnership leads to provide high-quality communications to partner schools, including renewals, induction, onboarding, engagement emails, and Hub updates.

• Play a leading role in the delivery of the half termly Partnership newsletter, using data to evaluate engagement and make further improvements. 

1. Recruitment and Retention

• Support year-round recruitment of schools to the Network of Excellence, working with hubs to deliver introductory events.

• Provide updates on schools in your Hub to inform retention campaigns.

• Manage leads and connect new schools with local Hubs. 

• Support the tracking of sign-ups throughout the recruitment period, providing regular data updates to the wider team.

1. General Responsibilities

• Champion Challenge Partners’ vision, values, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Take ownership of personal development and actively contribute to team learning.

• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and welfare for yourself and others.

• Attend events and external meetings, which may require travel and occasional overnight stays.

Person Specification

• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage your time effectively.

• Ability to balance competing priorities whilst working across multiple areas of work.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deal with people diplomatically and appropriately, building rapport with those at varying levels of seniority.

• Solutions-focused approach to problem-solving, demonstrating the ability to identify issues and develop effective strategies to overcome them.

• Strong data management skills and high computer literacy - confidence and competence in using GSuite, Microsoft programmes and Salesforce (or similar CRM system).

• Confidence in using AI effectively would be an advantage.

• Positivity, optimism and flexibility - we are a small organisation and all staff are expected to contribute across the organisation (and sometimes beyond their specific job role) to ensure our success and sustainability. 

• A willingness to learn and give and receive feedback.

• A passion for education, and a desire to make a difference.

About Pecan
Pecan tackles poverty in Southwark by restoring dignity, belonging and hope through connected community services that address food insecurity, unemployment and isolation. From food banks and employment support to welcoming community spaces, we combine practical help with emotional and community care, helping people regain confidence, feel hopeful and believe in their potential.

About The Role

The Food Bank Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and delivery of Southwark Foodbank, ensuring people experiencing financial hardship can access emergency food with dignity, compassion and respect.

The postholder will coordinate Foodbank sessions, support volunteers, maintain effective operational systems and build positive relationships with clients, referral agencies and community partners. Working closely with the Manager: Financial Resilience & Food Security, they will ensure the Foodbank operates safely, efficiently and to a consistently high standard.

Main Responsibilities:

• Foodbank Operations: Coordinate the day-to-day delivery of Southwark Foodbank sessions, ensuring they are well organised, welcoming and responsive to local needs. Prepare Foodbank sessions by ensuring food, equipment, resources and information are available where required. 

• Volunteer Coordination: Coordinate and support volunteers during Foodbank sessions, ensuring they feel confident, informed and valued. Act as a first point of contact for volunteer enquiries and support volunteer induction and ongoing engagement.

• Client Support & Community Engagement: Provide a welcoming, inclusive and compassionate environment for everyone accessing the Foodbank. Respond to enquiries from clients, referral agencies, supporters and community organisations in a professional and timely manner. 

• Administration, Compliance & Quality: Maintain accurate client, volunteer and service records using organisational databases and systems. Support monitoring, reporting and data collection to demonstrate service performance and impact.

• Cross-Service Collaboration: Work collaboratively with colleagues across Pecan's Food Security services to ensure joined-up support for residents. Provide operational support to Peckham Pantry and other food resilience initiatives during periods of increased demand, staff absence or changing organisational priorities. 

Essential Requirements 

• Experience coordinating or delivering community, customer-facing or volunteer-led services.
• Experience working with volunteers or supporting volunteer teams. 
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy operational environment. 
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. 
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and database systems. 
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively within a team. 
• Commitment to treating everyone with dignity, compassion and respect. 
• Commitment to Pecan's mission, values and Christian ethos. 

Desirable knowledge/expertise

• Experience within the voluntary or community sector. 
• Experience supporting people experiencing poverty, financial hardship or social disadvatage. 
• Knowledge of safeguarding, food hygiene and health and safety requirements. 
• Experience maintaining monitoring information and service records. 
• Full UK driving licence. 

Please read the Job Description for more information.

Closing Date: Thursday 3rd September 2026, 9am 

Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 7th September 2026, Details TBC 

Start Date: ASAP

10 hours per week | £10,067 per annum pro rata (£35,235 FTE) | Fixed term for 1 year, with possibility of extension | 3% pension

CHOICE IN HACKNEY is looking for an enthusiastic and organised Volunteer Coordinator to develop and coordinate our volunteering programme and support a diverse team of volunteers across the organisation.

You will recruit, induct, train, place and supervise volunteers, including gardeners, befrienders and administrative assistants. You will also support disabled people who want to volunteer, helping them develop their confidence, skills and employment prospects through meaningful volunteering opportunities.

A key part of the role will be matching volunteers with disabled people living in the community. You will assess individual needs, skills, interests, experience and availability to create appropriate and rewarding placements. You will maintain regular contact with volunteers and service users, review placement arrangements, support individual care plans and resolve any issues that arise.

The role also involves maintaining accurate records, gathering feedback, producing reports and working with managers to identify new volunteering opportunities. You will recruit and support a Volunteer Fundraiser and help develop community fundraising initiatives.

We are looking for someone with experience of recruiting and supervising volunteers or staff, supporting disabled people who may be at risk, organising services or projects, administration and partnership working. You will need excellent communication and organisational skills, the ability to motivate volunteers and manage competing priorities, and a good understanding of safeguarding, equality and inclusion.

CHOICE IN HACKNEY is a Disabled People’s Organisation committed to the Social Model of Disability, equality, inclusion and independent living, and welcomes applications from disabled people and people with lived experience.

Students’ Union UCL is an organisation that exists to make more happen. We are the representative body for University College London’s (UCL) students, one of the most diverse student communities in the world.  Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience for all UCL students and to be one of the best students’ unions in the UK and the world.  We aim to build a vibrant and empowered student community with real influence in UCL and beyond, that enables students to enjoy their time at university; pursue their interests and passions; see the world in new ways; and develop the skills and experience to change the world for the better.

We are a registered charity employing over 150 career staff and 300 student staff, delivering a wide range of services and representative functions for UCL students. We have the widest portfolio of services of any student organisation in the country, managing UCL’s extracurricular programmes for sport, music, drama, dance, media, volunteering, academic societies and intercultural engagement; providing a wide range of fantastic social spaces; leading on student democracy and representation across UCL; and offering excellent student support services.

It's an exciting time to join our growing organisation as we lead the delivery of UCL’s ground-breaking Student Life Strategy. This is enabling us to build more programmes to improve students’ mental and physical wellbeing, promote genuine equity for all, build students’ skills and confidence, develop their international connections and intercultural skills, and make a real contribution to our local community.

The role is a permanent contract. This role is based at our Bloomsbury campus with flexibility to work from home on a 40/60 basis (40% working from the office). We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible.

Do you have experience in organising and managing a variety of events; or enabling volunteers to deliver events? Do you have Knowledge and understanding of student activities programmes including clubs, societies and volunteering? 

If the answer is yes, then we want to hear from you.

Our ideal candidate will have the ability to manage conflicting priorities and busy workload, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with a diverse range of people and be committed to working in a democratic and student led environment. 

About the Peer Support Transformation Project

The Peer Support Transformation Project is commissioned by South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust, and delivered in partnership with Sound Minds and Wandsworth Carers Centre.

The Trust review, allocate and coordinate patient referrals through Daily Integrated Allocation Meetings (DIAM). This is an internal operational and clinical triage process used by teams like the Integrated Recovery Hubs (IRH) and Single Point of Access (SPA) to signpost efficiently to care pathways to appropriate community services.

The aim of the Service is to support individuals through Peer Support for early intervention, help avoid crisis or deterioration, but also as a step down from more intensive clinical support to help reintegrate with the Community.

Given its framework of reference to the diversity of cultures and languages, Mushkil Aasaan is well-placed in the heart of the Community in being a Wellbeing Hub. This offers a spectrum of shared activities and opportunities that enhance the overall wellbeing and sense of belonging in navigating ‘Care for the Community by the Community’.

As such it is essential for this role to transcend Mushkil Aasaan’s ethos in enhancing the Peer Support Service in line with the wider aims of the Trust’s transformation programme in reducing health inequalities and reaching out to groups who experience barriers in accessing support. This Co-production aims to capitalise on the Community’s strengths in self-determination and people identifying their own goals, whilst creating an understanding of the dynamics and stigma that contribute to mental ill-health.

The Senior Peer Support Worker at Mushkil Aasaan will play a pivotal role in delivering tailored support to individuals facing emotional distress whilst focusing on their strengths and personal resources, aligning with their recovery goals and overall well-being. Our approach emphasises the use of own lived experiences with mental health challenges, whether personal or professional, to foster understanding and empathy.

The Senior Peer Support Worker will maintain a good oversight of the accountability to the Commissioning Trust with the processes and procedures already in place in collaboration with the Manager. The role would also co-ordinate a smooth-running delivery of the Service ensuring that the team of 2 Junior Peer Support Workers are well supervised and supported in their work with allocated clients. The role is responsible for the chairing of fortnightly client allocation meetings and immediately reporting any issues and safeguarding concerns.

Peer Support Project Co-ordination

· Line management of the Team, ensuring that referrals are responded to in a /timely manner, and that wait list databases are accurately maintained.

· To maintain positive and effective working relationships with colleagues and professionals at all times.

· Responsibility for chairing fortnightly Peer Support Team allocation meetings, ensuring a thoughtful and equitable approach to allocation.

· Work closely with Manager in ensuring that the team of two Peer Support Workers are well supported in their work with clients.  

· To offer reflective practice as part of supervision for the wellbeing and development of the Peer Support Workers whilst undertaking emotionally demanding work.

· Collaborating with the Manager in quarterly service reports by gathering and compiling data from the team.

· Report any service delivery issues to Management, working closely with them to design and implement improvements where necessary.

· Ensuring that any safeguarding concerns raised by any of the Peer Support team are promptly reported to Designated Safeguarding Lead.

· To appreciate the hectic atmosphere of a bustling Centre with multiple Services and Activities whilst maintaining the identity and privacy of a Peer Support Service.

Peer Support Sessions

· To support individuals experiencing emotional challenges drawing appropriately on lived experience to foster hope, mutuality and recovery-focused conversations.

· To provide a person-centred, strength-based approach that is responsive to and focusing on the individual whilst providing non-judgemental support, respecting diversity and lifestyle choices. 

· Supporting in identifying how to manage their daily lives and signposting to key resources to support their wellbeing.

· Provide help to navigate the health and wellbeing system and connect into community resources to reduce isolation and improve wellbeing. 

· To enable access to local services to promote community inclusion and connectedness, enabling sustainable recovery and support.

· To provide practical support to help people access the right services and support based on needs, preferences, and the options available.

· To actively signpost to Mushkil Aasaan’s Advocacy Service, Support Groups, and creative activities and events where appropriate.

· To maintain high levels of safeguarding awareness and to respond to risk and safeguarding issues as they arise whilst respecting the autonomy of the individual wherever possible. 

· To monitor the effectiveness of interventions offered through the routine use of outcome monitoring tools reviewed directly in person.

Administration and Data Processing

· Maintain accurate and high-quality client records using databases and electronic filing systems.

· Ensuring compliance by the whole Team in entering all relevant data to ensure timely monthly DataSet reporting and Quarterly Reporting on the required 23 standards.

· Report quarterly client data updates in a timely manner, supporting the Head of Operations in compiling quarterly reports to the Trust.

· Support clients to complete relevant surveys and feedback forms at specific points in their peer support programme.

· Respond to any queries from the Trust relating to clients on the caseload in a timely manner, maintaining the required level of detail, accuracy and professionalism.

· Undertake any other ad-hoc administration related to the project from time-to-time. For example, scanning documents or printing Peer Support Group resources.

General

· To attend appropriate internal and external training courses, supervision and staff development.

· To attend regular clinical and line management supervision and to attend professional meetings with the Trust as appropriate.

· To be sensitive to the complex boundary issues in user-led work, act appropriately and with high standards of confidentiality.

· To adhere to Mushkil Aasaan’s policies related to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Health and Safety, and Safeguarding.

· To understand and respects the rights of individuals including choice, self-determination and cultural and religious needs.

· To adhere to data collection guidelines, complying with Data Protection policy.

· Any other duties that may be required in connection with this role and are deemed necessary and in the interest of the Charity. 

Skills and Attitudes

• Very strong ability to actively engage with a wide range of Mental Health needs and an understanding of the issues people face in their lives.

• Ability to work consistently with high levels of empathy, warmth and unconditional positive regard.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with Service Users, their families, carers, community groups, partner agencies and stakeholders.

• Ability to identify risk and assess/manage risk when working with individuals.

• An understanding of the principles of confidentiality and how these apply when handling personal information.

• A working understanding of the principles of equality, inclusion & diversity and a commitment to providing an inclusive, culturally sensitive service.

 Person Specification

  Lived experience of mental health difficulties and the ability to use lived experience safely, purposefully and within appropriate boundaries in a professional role.

 Good understanding of the mental health system.

 Can demonstrate an awareness of the needs and perspectives of people

experiencing mental health problems and of different cultures.

 Can demonstrate an awareness of issues around confidentiality and boundaries.

 Well organised, with good time management skills and attention to detail.

 Ability to learn and be supported through supervision.

 Excellent verbal communication skills and a high standard of written English.

 Strong Office IT skills including MS Word and Excel or equivalent.

 Able to relate to a wide range of people.

 To be proactive, use own initiative, and have a positive and can-do attitude.

 Collaborative approach to working with others, as part of a small, busy and

passionate team.

 Flexible attitude to working hours.

 An understanding of the values and behaviour expected within this role

 Caring attitude towards people living with long term mental ill health and an understanding or how this role supports the needs of people with mental health issues.

 Clear understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and how they relate to mental health.

 Willingness to have a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

Are you looking for a rewarding role within an intersectional feminist organisation? We have an incredible opportunity for a Group Worker & Coordinator to join Solace Women’s Aid.

Solace exists to end the harm done through gender-based violence. We work to prevent violence and abuse and provide services to meet the individual needs of survivors, particularly women and children.

Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work, and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.

About the Service

Solace Women’s Aid provides a wide range of services to victims/survivors of domestic and sexual abuse in Islington including a large advocacy and support service and specialist projects co-located in a number of services.

About the Role

You will coordinate and deliver a range of group sessions for survivors of domestic abuse, including Solace’s ARISE course (a healthy relationship course), peer support groups and wellbeing workshops.

You will also act as an external-facing ambassador for the Islington SASS team, working alongside other statutory and non-statutory agencies in the borough to help them identify appropriate referrals to the group.

About You

You will have a passion for working with survivors and a thorough understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on survivors and their children. You will haveexperience of providing emotional support and practical advice to individuals who have experienced domestic abuse.

You will have the skills and experience to carry out an initial assessment of needs, manage any conflicts that may occur within a group setting, and organise and deliver various group sessions.

You should have an awareness of the effects of domestic abuse on women and children, in-depth knowledge of safeguarding, and confidence in managing risk and conflict.

Additional Information

This role will be split between various sites, depending on whether groups are running online, in person or between cohorts. The postholder will work at our Head Office in Camden, our Islington office and any other group session location as required.

The salary for this post is £5,877 - £6,134 (pro-rata of £29,385 - £30,671) (Unqualified)) or £6,134 - £6,669 (pro-rata of £30,671 - £33,348) (Qualified)).

This is a part-time post at 7.5 hours (one day) per week and is a fixed term contract to 31st December 2027.

What we can offer you

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:

· Flexible working

· Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)

· Generous holiday entitlement

· Employer pension contribution

· Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay

· Access to Inclusion Networks

· Daily clinical debriefing

· Two paid wellbeing days

· Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice

· Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits, and savings

· Flow & Restore yoga classes

· Meditation sessions

· Cycle to Work Scheme

How to apply

Please submit your CV and Supporting Statement through the recruitment portal. When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:

· Values, Behaviours & Competencies

· Knowledge, Experience and Skills

Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences.

We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.

We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.

This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1. Section 7(2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 applies. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.

No agencies

We're looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised HR & Executive Support Assistant to support a high quality people function at IHP. This part-time role combines HR administration with wider organisational and executive support, offering a varied and rewarding opportunity within a small charity that is making a significant impact around the world.

IHP’s vision is to see a world in which all suffering due to lack of healthcare is eradicated. Our Christian faith underpins all that we do. It motivates us to care for those in need, and give our best in all circumstances, as an expression of God's love. We serve the poor in health without regard for ethnic or religious background, focusing on where the need is greatest.

About the role

The HR team is responsible for a broad range of functions supporting our 24-strong staff team and trustees. The HR & Executive Support Assistant will play a key role in delivering effective HR administration while also providing wider administrative support to help ensure the smooth running of the organisation.

Working closely with the Director of Finance & Resources, our outsourced HR Consultant and the Finance & Administration Officer, the postholder will support the employee lifecycle, maintain HR systems and records, coordinate training and wellbeing activities, and help ensure HR processes are delivered accurately and efficiently.

Alongside the core HR responsibilities, the role will provide support across a range of central organisational activities, including supporting with office administration, governance, trustee administration, staff meetings and events, maintaining internal systems and records, and assisting with cross-organisational projects led by the Senior Leadership Team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, has strong organisational skills and wants to develop their HR career while gaining experience across the wider functions of a small, collaborative charity.

We're looking for someone who can:

• Support all areas of HR administration and people processes under the direction of the outsourced HR Consultant and Director of Finance & Resources.
• Ensure HR records, systems and processes are maintained accurately, efficiently and confidentially.
• Coordinate staff training, maintain accurate training records and support employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Contribute to a positive staff experience by supporting managers and colleagues throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Provide high-quality administrative support across the organisation, including governance activities, trustee administration, office management and organisational projects.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to help ensure the smooth and effective running of IHP's central support function.

Essential skills and experience

• Experience working in an HR administration role, or in an administrative role with significant HR responsibilities.
• Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding or other employee lifecycle activities.
• Experience maintaining accurate records, databases and administrative systems.
• Excellent administration and organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

 Personal attributes:

• Empathetic, approachable, and discreet
• Strong communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships across the organisation
• Solutions-focused with a hands on, flexible approach
• A commitment to staff wellbeing, development and good HR practice
• Excellent judgement 
• Committed to IHP's Christian Ethos and values

For further details regarding responsibilities and person specification, please see the job description.

IHP is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to working and embedding diversity and inclusion in all aspects of our work, including recruitment and selection. We actively encourage applicants to inform us of any specific support or reasonable adjustments we can make in the recruitment process (eg for disability or neurodivergence) and will continue this conversation into employment, as appropriate. 

Staff regularly spend time together praying for IHP’s work and there is an occupational requirement for the post holder to have a personal commitment to the Christian faith.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a meaningful mission with a strong values driven organisation
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rate for part-time hours)
• Health and wellbeing support through Unum help@hand
• Life Insurance and Critical Illness Cover 
• Hybrid and flexible working options in a modern office near Chancery Lane Tube Station 

Join a supportive and inclusive team where your skills are valued, your voice is heard, and you have the space to work independently and develop.

Volunteer Coordinator 

Contract:  Permanent | 4 days / 28 hrs per week

Location:  Hybrid (North London community service locations / homeworking)

FEAST With Us (FEAST) is looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and proactive Volunteer Coordinator to play a key role in growing, supporting and celebrating our incredible volunteer community, with skills and passion for building relationships and delivering community impact.

Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do and you'll oversee the entire volunteer journey, from attraction and recruitment through to onboarding, development, engagement and recognition. You'll be the central point of contact, ensuring volunteers have a positive and rewarding experience while helping us continue to expand and strengthen our volunteer programme.

About FEAST With Us - Feeding and Empowering All Sustainably Together (FEAST)  

FEAST’s mission is to improve the nutrition, wellbeing, and health of people at risk of food insecurity. We work across London with charity and community partners to deliver nutrutious meal services and healthy eating programmes in homeless hostels and community centres.

Our meals use surplus food, and provide welcoming, inclusive spaces that bring people together and reduce loneliness. Our healthy eating programme empowers people by building nutrition knowledge, and developing practical cooking, food hygiene and budgeting skills. 

We’re a small but ambitious charity, with a passionate, supportive and collaborative team of 11 staff and 9 Trustees, supported by c200 volunteers.

Key Responsibilities: 

Volunteer recruitment: 

• Identify opportunities and develop meaningful and impactful roles for service delivery, skilled and corporate volunteers 

• Promote volunteer opportunities through different channels and networks 

• Implement initiatives to diversify our volunteer base and reduce barriers to volunteering 

• Build relationships with community organisations, partners, education providers and local networks 

• Safely and efficiently onboard new volunteers

Volunteer management: 

• Develop and implement the volunteer management strategy 

• Act as first point of contact for volunteers

• Develop and manage corporate volunteering partnerships 

• Maintain volunteer records, compliance documentation and reporting data

• Monitor, report and analyse volunteer data and key metrics

• Collect accurate and insightful data and case studies on the volunteers and their impact 

• Identify volunteering requirements and ensure sufficient coverage across projects and services 

• Review and improve volunteer processes and frameworks 

• Develop and manage our volunteer management platform, Volunteero 

Volunteer engagement & retention 

• Chair the Board of Volunteers to ensure volunteer voices are heard and represented 

• Coordinate volunteer communications, events, recognition activities and development opportunities 

• Make sure volunteer opportunities are nurturing and provide a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment 

• Implement appropriate reward and recognition initiatives to highlight volunteer impact and say thank you

• Gather volunteer feedback

Line Management Responsibilities: PT Volunteer Administrator (1 day per week) 

You will have

• > two years’ experience in volunteer management / coordination or community outreach 

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills across multiple channels 

• Empathy and patience when working with diverse groups of people

• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with diverse stakeholders 

• Exceptional organisational skills with attention to details

• Results-driven approach with focus on outcomes and deliverables 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines 

• Line management and team-building experience

• Adaptability, resilience and a positive mindset

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and volunteer management systems (ideally Volunteero)

• Marketing and communications capabilities, including use of Canva 

• Level 3 Safeguarding qualification (or willingness to complete)

Desirable experience:

• CRM systems, ideally Beacon 

• Data management and analysis skills 

• Project management, corporate partnership management or events management

• Food insecurity and/or nutrition

Key Benefits 

• Flexible working hours 

• Hybrid working

• Holiday allowance: 25 days + bank holidays 

• Pension: 3% employee + 5% employer contribution 

• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave 

About Toynbee Hall

Based in the East End of London since 1884, Toynbee Hall is a charity working alongside people facing poverty, injustice, and inequality to build a fairer East London. We provide vital advice and support, working in partnership to tackle unfairness and ensure everyone has an equal chance to thrive.

Team background

The Mental Health Crisis Breathing Space (MHCBS) team at Toynbee Hall is part of a national initiative launched in partnership with We Are Group and The Kaleidoscope Plus Group, funded by the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS). This service provides individuals undergoing mental health crisis treatment with temporary protection from debt collection activities, allowing them a “breathing space” to focus on their recovery without the immediate pressures of financial obligations. Toynbee Hall contributes to this initiative by offering regulated debt advice, conducting renewal checks, and providing comprehensive signposting support, ensuring that clients receive holistic assistance during their crisis period.

Scope of the Role

The Administration Coordinator provides crucial support to the Mental Health Crisis Breathing Space (MHCBS) team by managing administrative processes efficiently. The role focuses on handling key back-office tasks that enable the team to deliver timely and accurate support to clients and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate team inboxes and triage emails to appropriate team members or stakeholders, ensuring timely and accurate responses within SLAs – handling routine enquiries as standard and more complex enquiries as directed.
• Coordinate team tasks in AdvicePro, resolving issues, issuing or preparing correspondence, and highlighting urgent or non-standard cases for direction and resolution.
• Ensure CRM is maintained with accurate client and case information, running reports for management to review cases, prepare MI returns and support invoicing routines.
• Resolve or triage enquiries via the Insolvency Service portal, ensuring compliance with guidelines.
• Process incoming MHCBS applications and handle scheme closures using standard operating procedures, escalating non-standard issues or cases for direction and resolving issues.
• Support accurate reporting by ensuring high data integrity and flagging inconsistencies.
• Coordinate administrative needs for team meetings, external engagements, and cross-agency communication.

Person Specification

• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
• Able to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Alignment with Toynbee Hall’s mission and strategy
• Alignment and willingness to work in line to our values:
• Inclusive - open-minded, transparent, convening and collaborative; seeking fresh and alternative perspectives.
• Courageous – principled, ambitious and acting with integrity.
• Empowering – shifting power, sharing our knowledge, enabling people to take action for themselves
• An understanding of safeguarding and willingness to develop understanding further

Our Benefits Package

We believe in supporting our employees with a well-rounded benefits package designed to enhance work-life balance, financial security, and overall well-being.

Annual Leave

• 25 days of annual leave, plus 3 additional days for our Christmas shutdown (on top of bank holidays).
• After 2 years: +3 extra days of leave.
• After 3 years: +1 additional day.
• After 5 years: A total of 30 days annual leave, plus the 3-day Christmas shutdown.

Pension

• Standard Life Pension Scheme – Employer contribution: 4%, Employee contribution: 5%

Additional Perks & Support

• Enhanced Sick Pay for peace of mind during illness
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave to support growing families
• Employee Eyecare Vouchers to support your vision health
• Employee Assistance Programme for free, confidential advice and support
• Mental Health First Aid to ensure workplace well-being
• Tenancy Deposit Scheme to help secure your home
• Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan for cost-effective commuting
• Cycle to Work Scheme to promote a healthier, greener way to travel
• Charity Mentoring Network to support professional development and networking
• Westfield Healthcare Cash Plan
• Perk Box

Please note the right to work in the UK is a requirement of this role.

Please refer to the attached job description for more details.

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Audit Project Coordinator (Epilepsy12)
£34,543 pa (£38,382 full-time equivalent) plus excellent benefits
31.5 hours per week, part-time
London WC1 and home based
FTC to 31 March 2027, with the potential to extend until 31 March 2030

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking an organised, analytical and collaborative Audit Project Coordinator to support the delivery of Epilepsy12, our national clinical audit focused on improving care for children and young people with epilepsy and their families.

Reporting to the Epilepsy12 Project Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day coordination of this important national audit. You will work closely with paediatric services across NHS Health Boards and Trusts, supporting high-quality data collection, responding to participant queries and helping services understand and use audit findings to drive quality improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in a health or research environment who enjoys working with data, coordinating projects and building effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. You will also contribute to the development of audit systems, communications and publications, helping to ensure Epilepsy12 has maximum impact on clinical practice and outcomes for children and young people.

Key responsibilities include:
• Coordinating the collection of high-quality audit data and supporting NHS services with data submission and participation
• Acting as a key point of contact for audit participants and stakeholders, responding to queries about methodology, data submission, findings and quality improvement
• Monitoring audit participation and data quality and supporting improvements to engagement and data submission processes
• Coordinating sub-projects and spotlight audits with audit networks and external stakeholders
• Supporting the development, testing and ongoing improvement of Epilepsy12 data processing and reporting systems, including liaison with software developers
• Preparing and maintaining audit guidance, website content, newsletters, lay reports and promotional materials
• Supporting quality assurance of audit analysis and ensuring information governance, confidentiality and data disclosure requirements are met
• Preparing and disseminating audit findings and publications for a range of audiences, including NHS services, commissioners, funders, children, young people and families
• Coordinating governance meetings, stakeholder events, conferences and webinars, including agendas, papers, logistics and action tracking

Essential skills and experience include:
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience in a mathematical or numerate discipline
• Experience of producing high-quality reports and promotional information for a range of audiences
• Strong numeracy skills and confidence using Excel to review, format and quality-assure data
• Experience working in a health-related or research environment
• Demonstrable experience engaging and communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of information governance, data protection and confidentiality processes
• Confidence handling sensitive enquiries and information
• Experience of project management and taking personal responsibility for delivering projects
• Excellent organisational skills and a precise, methodical approach to work
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint

Desirable:
• Project management qualification or certification
• Experience using data analysis, reporting or statistical software
• An understanding of clinical audit and how and why clinical conditions are audited locally and nationally

The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows worldwide and plays a leading role in improving the health and wellbeing of children and young people. Through Epilepsy12 and our wider national clinical audit programme, we work with paediatric services to understand variation in care, identify opportunities for improvement and support the delivery of high-quality clinical practice.

Our values – Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire – are central to everything we do. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are under-represented at this level of the organisation.

We operate a flexible and modern hybrid working policy. This role is based across our London office and home working, with two days per week in our London office and the remainder working remotely.

The RCPCH is committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults it has contact with. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. If you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.

Closing date: 13 September 2026

Global Programme Coordinator (Maternity Cover)
£32,477 pa pro rata plus excellent benefits
London WC1 and home-based
35 hours per week, full-time
Maternity Cover up to 6 months

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking an organised and proactive Global Programme Coordinator to join RCPCH Global on a maternity cover basis. This is an exciting opportunity to support international health programmes that aim to strengthen maternal, newborn and child health systems in low- and lower-middle-income countries.

RCPCH Global is a small, specialist team responsible for designing and managing humanitarian and health systems development programmes internationally. The team works with partners to strengthen clinical education, guidelines, training, digital health tools and organisational capacity, helping to improve healthcare for children and families in some of the world's most challenging settings.

Reporting to the Head of Global Operations, you will coordinate the delivery of RCPCH Global's partnership programme in Myanmar, working closely with local partners, donors, stakeholders and colleagues across the College. You will support programme implementation, financial monitoring, reporting, monitoring and evaluation, and stakeholder engagement, with opportunities to contribute to field visits where appropriate.

Alongside the Myanmar programme, you will coordinate the RCPCH Global Visiting Fellows Scheme, supporting paediatric clinicians from low- and lower-middle-income countries to undertake one-month observerships within the UK/NHS. This will involve coordinating applications and selection, travel and accommodation, financial arrangements, NHS placements and pastoral support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating the delivery of programme activities with RCPCH Global's international partners, ensuring activities are delivered to agreed timescales and grant requirements
• Supporting programme implementation with partners including the Karenni Nurses' Association and University and the Myanmar Ethnic Health System Strengthening Group in association with Mae Tao Clinic
• Monitoring programme expenditure against agreed budgets and working closely with the RCPCH Finance Team to ensure accurate and timely financial reconciliation
• Coordinating invoicing and financial processes between RCPCH and programme partners
• Supporting donor communications, reporting and compliance requirements
• Maintaining regular communication with international programme partners and stakeholders, including through field visits where required
• Supporting the development of new grant proposals and future programme activity
• Supporting high-quality monitoring, evaluation and learning processes across the programme
• Coordinating the RCPCH Global Myanmar Advisory Group and supporting effective programme governance
• Representing RCPCH Global activities with external stakeholders and partners as required
• Supporting communications and promotional activity, including contributions to the RCPCH website, e-bulletins and publications
• Coordinating the RCPCH Global Visiting Fellows Scheme, including selection, communications, induction and ongoing support
• Organising travel, accommodation, transport and other logistical arrangements for Visiting Fellows
• Coordinating financial support and payments for Visiting Fellows, working closely with the Finance Team
• Liaising with NHS organisations and hospital trusts to coordinate and support Fellows' observerships
• Providing pastoral and practical support to Visiting Fellows during their time in the UK
• Coordinating Visiting Fellows' attendance at the RCPCH Annual Conference
• Supporting induction and debriefing sessions for Visiting Fellows

Essential skills and experience include:

• Degree-level or postgraduate qualification in international development, public health, global health, health systems strengthening, child health or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience successfully coordinating projects or programmes, ideally within the international development or health sectors
• Experience supporting programmes or project teams working remotely and, ideally, in field settings
• Experience working with a range of international stakeholders, including government partners, NGOs, donors, UN agencies or other international organisations
• Strong administrative, coordination and organisational skills, with experience supporting complex programmes
• Experience working with local partner organisations, government counterparts and international or multilateral donor agencies
• Experience supporting budgets, financial monitoring and programme reporting
• Understanding of donor requirements and grant-funded programme delivery
• Understanding of programme monitoring and evaluation processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex issues clearly to a wide range of audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work through complex international development or health issues
• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritise competing demands and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a small, collaborative team
• Willingness and ability to travel within the UK and internationally, including occasional overnight stays, where required

Desirable:

• Experience working on health programmes or health systems strengthening initiatives
• Knowledge or experience of the Southeast Asia context
• Experience working on international child health or paediatric programmes
• Experience supporting international clinical education, training or capacity-building programmes

RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows worldwide and is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of children and young people. Through RCPCH Global, the College works with partners internationally to strengthen health systems, build clinical capacity and improve access to high-quality healthcare for children and families.

This role offers an opportunity to make a tangible contribution to international child health while gaining experience across programme coordination, grant management, international partnerships, clinical education and global health.

Our values – Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire – are central to everything we do. We are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are under-represented at this level of the organisation.

We operate a flexible hybrid working model, with approximately 40% of working time spent in our London office and 60% working remotely. The role will involve travel within London, the UK and internationally, with overnight stays where required.

Closing date: 13 September 2026
Interviews to take place mid-September 2026

Support Coordinator

We’re looking for an innovative, compassionate and professional person with strong communication and organisational skills to join the Stroke Recovery Service in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

Position: 000012 Stroke Support Coordinator

Location: Home-based covering Herefordshire and Worcestershire. However, this role will require extensive travel across the delivery area. Travel will also be required for team meetings and other work-related meetings

Hours: Part-time, 28 hours per week

Salary: Circa £22,600 per annum (FTE circa £28,300 per annum)

Contract: This is a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2027. Services are contracted and there is currently funding for this contract until 31st March 2027

Benefits: 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (this will increase with service up to 30 days, full time equivalent) cashback and discount scheme, employee assistance programme, learning and development, pension scheme, Life Assurance, Eye Care vouchers, Long Service Award, Health Cash Plan, flexible working opportunities available.

Closing Date: 30 August 2026

Interview Date: 14 September 2026. Interviews will be held via video conferencing. Please let us know if this will present any challenges when you email your application.

The Role

In this role, you’ll support stroke survivors and their families as they adjust to life after stroke. You’ll help identify their needs, provide personalised information, advice and support, and work with them to achieve the outcomes that matter most to them.

Reporting to the Stroke Service Delivery Coach, the Stroke Support Coordinator will:

· Support stroke survivors and carers as they move from hospital discharge back into the community.

· Use a person-centred approach to help stroke survivors and carers set goals and access the right support.

· Provide clear, tailored information, advice and practical support.

· Encourage stroke survivors to make informed lifestyle changes that may reduce the risk of further strokes.

· Work closely with NHS colleagues and community partners to improve the lives of people affected by stroke.

About You

You will:

· Have a background in a caring and/or charity profession supporting people with disabilities.

· Be able to demonstrate previous experience of working collaboratively with other organisations to achieve joint ambitions.

· Have experience of working with people who may have additional communication support needs.

· Be proficient in using Microsoft applications, including Word and Excel and experience using IT systems to record and maintain beneficiary data.

This role requires extensive travel across a large geographical locality to visit people at home and in community settings. Candidates must be able to demonstrate how they can meet this requirement of the role.

To fulfil the role, you must be a resident of the UK and have the right to work in the UK.

Applications

You will be asked to submit your CV, (including details of your current address), and a supporting statement of no more than two pages, demonstrating how you meet the person specification and what you bring to the role in terms of your skills and experience.

If you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme, please indicate this in your supporting statement, and in the main body of your email when applying for the role.

You will be able to view the role profile when you apply.

Finding strength through support

The organisation is the only charity in the UK providing lifelong support for all stroke survivors and their families. Providing tailored support to tens of thousands of stroke survivors each year. This support includes one-to-one and group support, funding vital scientific research into stroke prevention, acute treatment, recovery and long-term care, and campaigning to secure the best care for everyone affected by stroke.

They are here for stroke survivors and their loved ones, from the moment they enter the new and frightening post-stroke world, supporting them every step of the way as they find their strength and their way back to life.

It’s only thanks to the generosity of supporters and donors that they can provide vital support.

The Association is driven by an ambition to improve the lives of everyone affected by stroke. This means they’re determined to create an equitable and inclusive workplace that benefits from the difference, and thrives on the diversity, of our people. Guided by an approach to solving inequity in stroke, the team are prioritising listening to, and learning from, lived experience across the charity.

The charity are working to improve the representation of this lived experience at all levels within the Association and are eager to recruit applicants from a variety of communities and backgrounds. We are keen to receive applications from people affected by stroke, people of colour, members of LGBT+ communities, and disabled people because these identities and experiences are underrepresented and would add enormous value to how the organisation work.

A Disability Confident employer, the organisation is making great progress focusing on flexible working, reasonable adjustments and access to work. The charity has a variety of staff network groups and are committed to continuously improving diversity and inclusion efforts. If you have questions, or access needs, we’re happy to discuss any support and adjustments we can make throughout the recruitment process so that you’re able to contribute your best in a way that meets your needs.

You may also have experience in areas such as Care Coordinator, Stroke Support, Stroke, Care, Care Worker, Support Worker, Carer, Care Team Leader, Support Team Leader, Volunteering Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Support Group, Support and Advice, Social Care, Carer Support, Support Service.

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People. #INDNFP

Are you passionate about creating positive opportunities for children and young people? Do you enjoy organising activities, building partnerships and helping families access the support they need?

Refugee Action Kingston (RAK) is seeking a dedicated and highly organised Youth Activities and Enrichment Coordinator to join our award-winning Bright Futures Children and Young People's Programme.

In this rewarding role, you will plan and coordinate engaging and inclusive educational, recreational and enrichment activities that help refugee and asylum-seeking children and young people build confidence, develop skills, improve wellbeing and feel connected to their local community.

Location: We have offices in Kingston Upon Thames, greater London.

Hours: 14 hours per week – 2 days a week* (including paid half-hour lunch break).

Salary:  £12,740 (FTE £31,850) for 2 years.

Leave: 26 days per annum Pro Rata plus bank holidays.

Starting Date October 2026.

Responsible to Head of Services/Family Support and Supplementary School Manager.

*The peak activity periods for this role happen during school half-terms, which means extra hours will be required during these times. In return, we offer full flexibility with Time Off in Lieu (TOIL), allowing you to reclaim your time outside of busy half-term periods. Afterschool club is currently on Wednesdays and you will be expected to attend in person until 6pm. 

Purpose of the Role

The Youth Activities and Enrichment Coordinator will play a key role in planning, coordinating, delivering and monitoring educational, recreational and enrichment activities as part of our award-winning Bright Futures Children’s and Young People’s Programme. Working closely with the Head of Services/Family Support and Supplementary School Manager, Primary Teacher, external partners and volunteers, the post holder will ensure the provision of engaging, inclusive and memorable opportunities. In addition, they will support the delivery of RAK Bright Futures After School Club and Supplementary School and contribute to education-related casework for children and young people and monitoring and evaluation of all above activity.

All staff are expected to adhere to the Equal Opportunities Policy of RAK at all times.

Refugee Action Kingston (RAK) is a well-established charity dedicated to supporting refugees and people seeking asylum from anywhere in the world who find themselves in the Royal Borough of Kingston and neighbouring boroughs. Since its foundation in 1991, RAK has been the main provider of direct services to refugees and people seeking asylum as well as promoting refugee rights.

RAK aims to support refugees through the process from their initial reception in the borough through to final integration into the local community in order to enable them to live a fulfilling life and become accepted and active participants in our local communities.  We achieve this by accomplishing a variety of outcomes for refugee and asylum-seeking families through delivering a holistic service including advice, information, counselling, education, training, and assistance to access mainstream services and employment opportunities to help them rebuild their lives.

What we can offer you

· Work in a highly respected organisation punching above its weight – providing quality support to around 1300 individuals and families a year.

· A friendly and supportive environment, with an experienced team of professional teachers, counsellors, solicitors and advisers working to quality standards.

· Flexible working.

· A committed community in South West London that supports RAK through volunteering, sharing information about our work, and donations.

· Generous annual leave.

· Paid 30 minute lunch break if working 6 or more hours per day.

Our values 

• Empathy: we put ourselves in the shoes of those we work with. 

• Enterprise: we are innovative and resourceful in our approach to supporting refugees and people seeking asylum. 

• Empowerment: we strive to empower our clients, helping them achieve their aspirations. 

Key Responsibilities

• Research, plan and coordinate holiday activities, trips and workshops that promote learning, wellbeing, community engagement and social inclusion.
• Develop and maintain relationships with activity providers, venues, schools, community organisations, cultural institutions and other partners to secure and coordinate activities, trips and enrichment opportunities.
• Manage invitations and registrations. Communicate with families regarding activities, permissions, travel arrangements and other relevant information.
• Organise the provision of lunches and refreshments through partnerships with local organisations and suppliers. Ensuring compliance with relevant food hygiene standards.
• Track project expenditure, process invoices, reconcile activity-related expenses, and maintain accurate budget records.
• Maintain records of attendance and activities. Administer questionnaires to monitor outcomes and obtain feedback to support evaluation and project reporting requirements.
• Take photos and prepare short commentary for social media whilst prioritising online safety of children and young people and ensuring all necessary permissions are in place.
• Deal sensitively with children, young people and families, identifying needs and making referrals to appropriate RAK services, external organisations and community opportunities. 
• Keep up to date with local community activities and services and ensure youth activities notice boards are regularly updated.
• Promote the welfare and safety of children and young people at all times.
• Adhere to RAK’s safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Conduct appropriate risk assessments and ensure health and safety requirements are met for activities and trips.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and confidentiality requirements.

Support Duties

• Support the delivery of RAK’s After School Club and Supplementary School programmes.
• Provide support to the Head of Services/ Family Support and Supplementary School Manager and Primary Teacher with education-related enquiries and casework.
• Support and work alongside volunteers involved in the delivery of Bright Futures.
• Ensure client details and case records are accurate, confidential and recorded on the RAK database and other relevant platforms.

Other duties and shared responsibilities

• Attend team meetings, training and other activities required to support the successful delivery of the programme.
• Represent RAK professionally with partners, stakeholders and the wider community.
• Undertake any other duties reasonably required by the Head of Services/Family Support and Supplementary School Manager that are consistent with the nature of the role.
• Undertake other duties such as implementing cleanliness procedures, and assisting in fire practices.
• Implement Refugee Action Kingston’s Equal Opportunities, Confidentiality, Health and Safety and other policies in all areas of work.

Please note the duties outlined in this Job Description may be reviewed and amended from time to time.

Person specification

•  Experience of organising activity and enrichment programmes and events for children and young people.
•  Experience of working with children and young people at risk of violence or exploitation.
•  Experience of managing administrative processes and maintaining accurate records.
•  Experience of monitoring budgets and handling financial administration.
•  Experience of working with volunteers.
•  Digital proficiency – experience of working with database systems, Microsoft 365, Canva.
•  Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion.
•  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
•  Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, young people, families and partner organisations.
• Ability and willingness to work flexibly.
• Available to work during school half term holidays.
• A commitment to the aims and objectives of Refugee Action Kingston and an understanding of the challenges faced by people seeking asylum and refugees in the UK.

Desirable criteria

• Spoken competency in one or more key client language groups.
• Lived or learned experience of the challenges faced by children and young people affected by displacement, disruption to education, youth violence or exploitation.

Our workplace

We want RAK to be a great place to work and to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought. Our values are clearly set out in our strategy RAK Strategy 2023-28 which is available on our website.

RAK is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to recruiting staff, trustees and volunteers who reflect the communities we serve and the wider community of London where we live and work. We particularly welcome applications from people: from Black, Asian and other minority-ethnic communities; refugee and migrant backgrounds; LGBTQ+ communities; with disabilities; and neurodiverse communities.

Asking for adjustments - RAK is committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making changes for neurodiverse people, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the application, interview, or assessment process, including providing information in an alternative format, please contact us.

RAK is obliged to comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act (1996), and this requires certain documents to be presented by candidates before an offer of employment can be made. If you are invited to interview, we will ask you to bring these documents with you. For jobs which involve, for example, working with, or having access to children and/or vulnerable adults and their records, we will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and need to have information from you regarding any previous, existing, or pending convictions or cautions. This will form part of the recruitment process if you are successful after interview.

Interviews will take place w/c 21 September 2026.