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Job Title: Night Support Worker
Location: London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Salary: £28,808.00 per annum (par rota)
Hours: Hours: 40 hours per week including weekends.
Contract: Permanent
PRHA is a great place to work – Our award-winning teams work together to improve the lives of our residents and make a real contribution to ending homelessness. As an IIP Gold standard employer, we value our staff and commit to develop their skills and support them in their important work.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Night Support Worker within one of our specialist services. We are looking for self-starters with a passion for sparking change in people’s lives. You will have the necessary skillset to empower people and support residents to achieve their goals.
PRHA hostels guarantee a fast-paced, challenging and dynamic environment where no two days are ever the same. We are seeking motivated and energetic individuals to join our teams and help our residents to change their lives for the better.
Who we’re looking for
We are looking for self-starters with a passion for sparking change in people’s lives. You will have the necessary skillset to empower people and support residents to achieve their goals.
To be successful in the role you must be able to:
· provide dynamic person-centred support to residents
· ensure at all times the environment is safe and welcoming for all
· work together in a team to deliver a psychologically informed environment
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What we offer
We offer our staff a generous benefits package, which includes:
· Pension Scheme – We offer a group stakeholder pension scheme with 3% employer's contribution, employee contribution is 5%
· Holidays - Employees receive up to 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising with long service
· Medical – we provide a “Cash Back" Scheme for a range of services such as dental, physio, chiropody, health& wellbeing
· Training Programmes – We provide comprehensive training to our employees to enable them to grow in their career and achieve their professional aspirations.
· Season Ticket Loans – We offer interest-free season ticket loans after successful probation
· Life Assurance - Upon death whilst in service, a Death in Service payment may be made according to the scheme rules. The payment covers 3 times of the employee’s annual salary.
It is required for this post that the successful candidates will have to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Have you got a head for data and a heart for storytelling?
As our Individual Giving and Legacies Manager, you’ll lead the growth of single and regular donations, develop supporter journeys, and strengthen our legacy giving programme.
You’ll be confident using CRM data and analysis to inform strategy, and you’ll enjoy creating compelling fundraising content from email journeys to campaign appeals, that motivates supporters to give.
With significant income growth over the past two years and ambitious plans for the future, this is an exciting time to join Homeless Oxfordshire’s Fundraising and Communications team. Your work will play a vital role in supporting some of the most vulnerable people in our community.
About The Job:
This is a vital role in delivering our fundraising strategy and goals. The role holder will be responsible for raising income from individuals and legacies and increasing the volume and value of our supporter relationships, engaging new audiences and driving sustainable income growth. We will also trust the role holder to deliver fantastic supporter journeys and supporter experiences and contribute to the overall implementation of the Fundraising Team’s objectives.
Main Areas Of Responsibility:
Income Generation
· Lead on raising income to an agreed target, through acquisition, development and retention of individuals and legacy pledgers, as agreed with the Head of Fundraising and Communications.
Strategy
· Work closely with the Head of Fundraising and Communications to build and deliver a highly effective, sustainable, audience-centred public fundraising and supporter experience plan.
· Engage in market and supporter insight to inform decision-making and development of new activity/products.
· Develop a good understanding of our supporter base, their motivations and behaviours. Use our CRM database (Raisers’ Edge NXT) and data analysis and insights to inform the development of new fundraising campaigns and products.
· Take the lead role in the development of effective supporter journeys, working with the Community Fundraising Team to convert community fundraisers and events participants into regular donors.
· Lead the design and delivery of individual giving campaigns (including the Christmas campaign), using direct mail, digital marketing and advertisements to drive supporter acquisition and retention.
· Develop and design our legacy programme, working with Farewill and local law firms to encourage supporters to include Homeless Oxfordshire in their will.
· Work with the Head of Fundraising and Communications to develop and deliver a mid-level giving programme, driving the major donor pipeline and effectively stewarding donors giving at the £300-£1,000 level.
Operational Delivery
· Be responsible for the setting and managing of budgets, targets and KPIs. Report on progress, trends and take action when required. Analyse results and evaluate activity to inform future plans.
· Act as the lead-user for Raisers’ Edge, supervise the Data Administrator to ensure accurate data entry and reconciliation, and support the team with reporting and data analysis.
· Work collaboratively to ensure that all income generation activity is integrated and opportunities for cross-team working are maximised.
· Develop processes that enhance the team’s capacity, efficiency, and ensure effective fundraising.
· Manage external partners and agencies involved in fundraising delivery, ensuring due diligence, high quality and effectiveness.
· Ensure the highest standard of supporter experience in order to make the most of every interaction.
· Ensure legal and regulatory compliance across all areas of the public fundraising portfolio, including the Fundraising Code of Practice, Data Protection and Gift Aid. Model best practice and coach team member as required.
Leadership
· Line manage the Data Administrator, supporting them on reconciliation, data entry and gift processing.
· Provide management information for SMT and the Board of Trustees as requested and attending meetings when required.
· Build positive working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders.
· Represent the charity at external meetings as and when required.
· Engage with the wider charity sector, learning from peers and sharing best practice.
General Duties:
· Compliance with Homeless Oxfordshire’s policies and procedures.
· Contribute to a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are valued and staff are enabled to do their best.
· Contribute to the work of the broader team.
· Responsible for the effective use of financial and other resources.
· Be prepared to work evenings and weekends, as the job reasonably demands.
About Us:
We are an open door for people experiencing homelessness whose lives have been shaped by trauma and disadvantage; providing safety, stability and support when it is needed most. We deliver this support across Oxfordshire by providing a range of accommodation with access to high quality support, offering a safe and welcoming space for people to take control of their own lives. We are an accredited Oxford Living Wage employer, and benefits to the role include: annual leave starting at 26 days (excluding bank holidays), flexible working, enhanced benefits with qualifying service, retail discounts with our Homeless Oxfordshire Benefits Hub, and life assurance up to four times your salary and a £250 bonus if you successfully refer a someone as a new colleague through our Employee Referral Scheme as a thanks from us!
What’s Next: Have a look at the job description to find out more about the role and apply on Indeed or our website. Please be aware that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and will be undertaken for the successful candidate. Interviews will be conducted week commencing 16th February 2026.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Dundee Shelter Shop
Salary: £26,227.50 per annum, pro-rated
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Part time, 7 hours per week
Closing date: Sunday the 8th of February at 11:30pm
We're looking for an inspirational people person to join us as a Assistant Shop Manager in our Dundee shop. This is an exciting opportunity, and we'd like you to join us to help raise vital funds for homeless and badly housed people.
You will work closely with the Shop Manager to ensure the shop looks welcoming, visually appealing and the team of volunteers are motivated and keen to engage with customers and maximise sales.
About the role
You will assist the Shop Manager in the recruitment, support and development of a strong community focused shop team and empower them to maximise Shelter's income. Representing Shelter in your local community, ensuring that you and your team share your knowledge of Shelter's cause with customers, volunteers, donors and potential Shelter clients will also be important aspects of the role.
You will always ensure a safe, clean, bright and happy environment for your team to work in and for your customers to shop in, in turn attracting potential donors and volunteers.
About you
You are a naturally energetic person with an enthusiasm for managing and empowering people. You know how to recruit and develop a team of volunteers, and your extraordinary motivational skills will enable you to inspire your team to increase sales and control costs.
Above all, you are ready to take on a new challenge and have a keen interest in Shelter's cause.
Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
How to apply
Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement.
Please provide specific examples of how you meet the criteria in the 'About you' section of this advert, following the STAR format, and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviours below throughout your responses:
• We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset
Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered
About Shelter Scotland
A home is a fundamental human need, as essential as education or healthcare. Yet over a million people in Scotland struggle on a daily basis with homelessness, bad housing conditions, soaring rents, discrimination and the threat of eviction. So, we are striving for change, with individuals, in communities, across society, and leading the way to a safe home.
We need ambitious, best-in-class individuals who are passionate about our cause to join us at this exciting time. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
At Shelter Scotland we are united by our purpose to defend the right to a safe home. Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. We believe that to win that fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement for change. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, fair, equitable and transparent.
We have committed to combat racism both within and outside Shelter Scotland and welcome you on our journey to becoming a truly anti-racist organisation.
Shelter Scotland helps over half a million people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
Safeguarding statement
Safeguarding is everyone’s business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
At Shelter Scotland, we welcome and encourage applications from everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, ethnicity, religion and sexual orientation. We also encourage applications from people, who have been homeless or have been at risk of homelessness. We are facing diverse problems, so need diverse people to tackle them. In addition to this, we encourage an approach to involving people with personal insight of housing issues and homelessness in our recruitment processes.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About the role
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and energetic supervisor or team leader to take up a full-time role within our organisation as a Operations Supervisor to be part of our small and dedicated team. The role will be based in Southwark as well as potential for wider London working as you will be part several innovative housing projects in London supporting vulnerable households to sustain their tenancies. As well as a team line manager, you will be maintaining and developing partnership with the Council’s housing officers, solicitors, landlords, community services, social prescribers, and mental health support workers to ensure tailored support can be offered for each client. The objectives of these programmes are to avoid evictions, sustain tenancies, increase employment opportunities, improve wellbeing, and increase educational outcomes. You will be working in partnership with other stakeholders such as schools and local authorities to improve family health, build relationships and engage families and individuals and their networks of support.
About you
We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in staff management and project leadership, knowledge of housing polices, and with proven experience working with individuals who have complex needs.
You will be responsible for managing and developing partnerships, supporting data collection for reports and monitoring, and contributing to quality assurance processes. In addition, you will hold a small caseload, providing direct, holistic support to individuals as part of your role.
We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, self-motivated, and highly organised. You should be confident working independently, with a genuine passion for driving positive change. Strong interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to provide holistic support and think creatively to find solutions.
You will have:
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Experience leading and supervising other support workers, or volunteers, including delegation, training, and mentoring.
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Ability to monitoring staff performance, and ensuring continuous professional development
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Demonstratable experience of building and maintaining partnerships with stakeholders, statutory and community organisations
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Understanding of housing law, direct experience of working in partnership housing associations, local authorities, homeless organisations and public sector stakeholders
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Good understanding of policy and procedures related to homelessness, benefits and housing market
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Experience of organising project delivery and development
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Experience of writing reports to showcase records and impact
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Ability to work sensitively and empathetically with people in vulnerable circumstances
About Kineara
Kineara is a unique community interest company that supports people in poverty across London who facing barriers to housing, employment and education. We break down barriers, provide holistic support for families, vulnerable adults, and school pupils, and deliver intensive one-to-one interventions to those in need of extra help through challenging times. We use holistic, trauma-informed methods, partnership working and a flexible, non-judgemental approach that puts the needs of those we work with first.
Breaking barriers to secure housing, education and employment
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Interviews will be held the w/c 9th February
Come and join us
We’re looking for passionate individuals with personal experience of homelessness, bad housing, which may include other related disadvantages such as substance misuse and mental ill-health; to come and join us and make a difference to the way we do things. If you believe that people should have a say in their own support and that they should be at the front of making meaningful change then this could be the traineeship for you.
About the role
This is a great opportunity to work with a lead provider of homelessness and housing advice and support and gain invaluable experience while being part of an exciting employability programme centred on lived experience. The traineeship lasts up to 12 months, and you will receive personalised training and support to help remove some of the barriers that may have prevented you from getting meaningful employment.
This role will work alongside our community services support teams, based in Weymouth. The main purpose of this will be to learn support skills and how to use your lived experience to actively engage with people recovering from homelessness. To do this you will work alongside members of the support team. You will be supported and guided by the services team leader and senior support worker. A key part of the role will be to support people as they move further into independent living, encouraging them to into learning, social activities and personal development.
You'll support local campaigns and strengthen connections between the lived experience involvement group and the Hub, making sure lived experiences are valued and included.
Role specifics
We are looking for people who are passionate about the opportunity to use their own life experiences to help make positive change for others.
You’ll also need a commitment to equality and a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and exclusion.
Good communication skills and the ability to make people feel heard will also be essential.
Basic computer skills, e.g. word processing, the internet and email would be useful, but support can be provided.
Above all, we need people with a real desire to develop personally and learn new skills.
Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
About the team
The team in Dorset is well-established and has been providing housing advice and support services within Dorset for over 20 years. With office bases in Bournemouth and Weymouth, we have contracts to deliver Housing First support in the Dorset Council area and offer Legal Aid Advice, including a court desk service at Bournemouth and Weymouth County Courts.
We are active in our communities and strive to understand what housing issues people are experiencing, providing advice and advocacy to individuals and groups to empower them to resolve their situation.
We work across Dorset with partner agencies including Julian House, Lantern, Dorset Council and drug and alcohol services to support individuals to access housing and support and prevent repeat homelessness.
How to Apply
Email and phone number details can be found on the Shelter advert found by clicking 'Redirect to Recruiter' on this page.
To apply you need to submit a copy of your CV and a completed application form (attached), this can be submitted either online, by email or you can submit a paper copy to the Shelter Weymouth, Lynch Lane Offices, Weymouth DT4 9DW. Please don’t worry if your CV has gaps or limited work experience, this is not a problem.
When completing your application form please make sure you give an example for each of the criteria listed in ‘About You’ section. If you need support to create a CV, please contact Katie by phone or send her an email.
We will be holding support sessions at our hub in Dorset and online to give people practical support and advice on how to complete an application, or to pick up a paper application. These sessions will also give you the chance to find out more about the role as well as other opportunities at Shelter Dorset. These will take place on the following date:
Friday 23rd January, 13:30 – 15:30 at Shelter, Lynch Lane Offices & Wellbeing Centre, Lynch Lane, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9DN
Monday 26th January, 13:30 – 15:30 Via Microsoft Teams: Join the meeting now , Meeting ID: 340 436 596 662 97, Passcode: hJ64fX2N
We operate Fair Chance Recruitment practices and will not ask for any information about convictions during the application process. This role is subject to a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We are open to and inclusive of applicants with criminal convictions for this role; having a criminal conviction will not prevent us from considering you.
Following the interview stage, we will ask our preferred applicant to disclose any past unspent convictions. The information disclosed will be considered by a panel and a decision will be taken about making an offer.
This role is ring-fenced for those with lived experience of multiple disadvantage.
About Shelter
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.
Safeguarding statement
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About you:
Your friends as know you as empathetic, compassionate, and non-judgemental.
You are great at inspiring and motivating people to take action and improve themselves.
You are very self-aware, reliable, attentive and punctual.
Perhaps you are already aware of the challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness and understand how to support them. You may have gained this knowledge as a volunteer, through a previous job, or from your personal lived experience.
If all this sounds like you then you could make a great addition to our fantastic support team here at Homeless Oxfordshire.
About the role
In this role we will trust you to work with other team members on a caseload of clients delivering personalised support to them. You will proactively engage with our clients and provide a hand so they can overcome barriers, move into independent living and sustain a tenancy. Our clients have a range of support needs that impact their experience of homelessness. This includes mental health problems, social isolation, challenging behaviour, finance and debt, alcohol and drug abuse. You will deliver structured support and do some risk management so we will trust you to keep proper records and complete some admin tasks. This includes, reviewing support and risk plans, involving key stakeholders where required, showing and signposting our clients to appropriate external support and services, following safeguarding procedures, do some cleaning and contribute to the delivery of a housing management service including collecting income. You’ll also resolve difficult and challenging situations in a sensitive manner balancing the needs of the clients and the safety of the service.
Main Responsibilities Of The Role:
· Ensure the effective delivery of high quality care, support and housing management according to Homeless Oxfordshire policies and procedures.
· To be a supportive and effective part of the team working as part of a rota including evenings and weekends.
· Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
· To support and encourage clients to care for themselves and develop independent living skills.
· To assess and manage risk for individuals and in the service, making use of emergency services as required.
· Report any safeguarding concerns without delay in line with procedures.
· To make and maintain Housing Benefit claims and support clients to pay their service charges regularly.
· To work in partnership with other agencies to ensure the delivery of holistic wrap around support.
· To support the running of the service and perform shift responsibilities and duties that maintain good health and safety and ensures the safeguarding of clients and others.
· Manage challenging situations in line with procedures and to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
· To participate in handovers at the beginning and end of shifts, ensuring that information is properly recorded and passed on where appropriate and relevant and in a timely fashion.
· Ensure that IT systems are updated as required and concise record keeping is completed promptly.
· Maintain positive relationships with clients, relatives, carers, professionals, commissioners, contractors and the local community.
· Ensure clients are aware of and support them to maximise their opportunity to be involved in Client Participation.
· To participate in the induction of and support new team members.
· To ensure that Homeless Oxfordshire’s Equal Opportunities Policies are complied with and promoted in carrying out duties of the post.
· To undertake any other duties that can be reasonably required to meet the operational needs of Homeless Oxfordshire.
About us:
We are an open door for people experiencing homelessness whose lives have been shaped by trauma and disadvantage; providing safety, stability and support when it is needed most. We deliver this support across Oxfordshire by providing a range of accommodation with access to high quality support, offering a safe and welcoming space for people to take control of their own lives. We are an accredited Oxford Living Wage employer, and benefits to the role include: annual leave starting at 26 days (excluding bank holidays), flexible working, enhanced benefits with qualifying service, retail discounts with our Homeless Oxfordshire Benefits Hub, and life assurance up to four times your salary and a £250 bonus if you successfully refer a someone as a new colleague through our Employee Referral Scheme as a thanks from us!
Open to: This role is a shift and rota'd role that includes bank holidays.
What’s Next: Have a look at the job description to find out more about the role and apply on our website. Please be aware that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and will be undertaken for the successful candidate. We also do not offer work sponsorship for this role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Covering our Dorset service – This can be a hybrid role based on service demands
Salary: Grade 5 - £37,739 or Grade 6 - £43,338 per annum depending on experience
Hours: Full time - 35 per week
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: Wednesday 18th February 2026 at 11.30 pm
Join Shelter as a Housing Solicitor, in our mission to drive systemic change and fight for Justice.
If you are a dedicated Solicitor with a strong commitment to addressing the housing crisis we welcome you to apply for this role.
At a time when the housing emergency continues to deepen, your experience could help transform lives and challenge the systems that perpetuate injustice. Come and play a central role in our mission as a Solicitor to defend the right to a safe, and secure home.
Working with Shelter means being part of a passionate team that believes a safe home is a fundamental right. Here, your legal skills don’t just change lives—they shape a fairer housing system.
About the role
You will ensure you deliver high quality legal services through casework and ensuring Legal aid contract requirements and performance targets are met.
You will be able to identify test case opportunities to address systemic bad practice and so achieve change for a greater number of people and will work closely with the Managing Solicitor and the HUB.
About You
In this role, you will:
• Be a qualified Solicitor - we are open to newly qualified candidates with a demonstrable interest in social justice, as well as those who have 3+ years PQE and a strong track record in housing law and Legal Aid work
• Deliver high-quality legal advice and representation under our Legal Aid contract, including at Bournemouth and Weymouth County Court
• Challenge unfair housing practices and systemic causes of homelessness through strategic casework and litigation
• Work closely with our Dorset Hub team to strengthen housing rights awareness across Dorset
• Support Trainee Solicitors and Legal Advisers, ensuring high professional standards and compliance.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
About The Team
Our legal Teams (Managing Solicitors, Solicitors, Legal Advisors and Trainees) are based throughout the England hubs, we are currently based in London, Plymouth, Bristol, Norwich, Birmingham, Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire, Sheffield and Newcastle.
Our teams are enthusiastic, driven and champions for fighting the housing injustice. Our teams whilst generating an income also address the housing crisis.
About Shelter
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV with a supporting statement with responses to the 'About You' points 1-7 outlined in the job description of no more than 1000 words. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviour below throughout your responses:
- We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset
Safeguarding Statement
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
Recruitment Agencies
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About You:
Those who know you describe you as kind, understanding, and open-minded. You listen without judgement and treat everyone with dignity and respect.
In the workplace, you are recognised as reliable, approachable, and professional. You communicate clearly, remain calm under pressure, and are confident managing competing priorities. You have a natural ability to encourage, empower, and motivate others to make positive changes, even in challenging circumstances.
You are reflective and emotionally intelligent, with a strong desire to support individuals to achieve greater independence and wellbeing. Making a meaningful difference isn’t just important to you — it’s what drives you.
You may already have an understanding of the complex challenges faced by people who are vulnerable or at risk of exclusion. This experience could come from previous employment, volunteering, training, or your own lived experience, and you are keen to use this knowledge to support others.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you and welcome you to join our dedicated and supportive team.
Main Purpose Of Job:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our team in a dual-role capacity, supporting two vital services run in partnership with Homeless Oxfordshire and Connection Support. The role covers both our Step Down provision—designed for individuals discharged from hospital under the Discharge to Assess model—and our service at Mawle Court, which provides temporary accommodation and support for people with complex needs, including those preparing for more independent living or in need of emergency provision. Working as part of a small, dynamic, and enthusiastic team, you will be responsible for delivering a safe and supportive environment across both services. You will lead on the case management of clients with complex needs, working collaboratively with partner agencies to develop and implement holistic, individualised support and move-on plans. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals, helping them on their journey towards stability and independence.
Main Areas Of Responsibility:
- To proactively and dynamically assess, monitor, manage and respond to risk for individuals and in the service.
- To assess risk and suitability of referrals to the service and book new clients in.
- Ensure the effective delivery of high-quality care, support and housing management according to Homeless Oxfordshire policies and procedures.
- To work collaboratively with partner agencies to ensure the creation and delivery of holistic wrap around support and risk management plans for clients with complex needs as well as to ensure clients have access to appropriate healthcare as needed.
- To work collaboratively with clients to identify and work towards suitable move on.
- To work with other agencies to provide client centred support & risk management plans for clients with complex needs to identify work towards a suitable move on option within 6 weeks.
- To work alongside the Client Engagement Co-Ordinator to ensure clients have access to opportunities to be empowered, build their confidence and develop independent living skills; to facilitate groups and activities as part of this.
- To make and maintain Housing Benefit claims.
- Ensure that IT systems are updated as required clear, concise and up to date record keeping is maintained and ensure information is shared with the team and external agencies as required.
- To represent Homeless Oxfordshire at interagency meetings, as required.
- Manage challenging situations and report any safeguarding concerns without delay in line with procedures and to ensure the safety of yourself and others.
- Maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders.
- Contribute to a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are valued and staff are enabled to do their best.
- To be a supportive and effective part of the team, including contributing to the induction of new colleagues and work of the broader team.
- To ensure that Homeless Oxfordshire’s Equal Opportunities Policies are complied with and promoted in carrying out duties of the post.
- Comply with Homeless Oxfordshire’s policies and procedures.
- To undertake any other duties that can be reasonably required to meet the operational needs of Homeless Oxfordshire.
About Us:
We are an open door for people experiencing homelessness whose lives have been shaped by trauma and disadvantage; providing safety, stability and support when it is needed most. We deliver this support across Oxfordshire by providing a range of accommodation with access to high quality support, offering a safe and welcoming space for people to take control of their own lives. We are an accredited Oxford Living Wage employer, and benefits to the role include: annual leave starting at 26 days (excluding bank holidays), flexible working, enhanced benefits with qualifying service, retail discounts with our Homeless Oxfordshire Benefits Hub, and life assurance up to four times your salary and a £250 bonus if you successfully refer a someone as a new colleague through our Employee Referral Scheme as a thanks from us!
What’s Next: Have a look at the job description to find out more about the role and apply on our website. Please be aware that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and will be undertaken for the successful candidate .
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The ideal candidate
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced psychotherapist manager, deeply committed to helping vulnerable and marginalised individuals. The candidate should possess:
- Leadership and Team Management
- Provide regular clinical and line management supervision to six practitioners.
- Support staff wellbeing, development, and performance through reflective practice and professional guidance.
- Lead on recruitment, induction, and ongoing training of team members.
- Oversee referral pathways, allocation of cases, and management of team caseloads.
- Monitor service delivery to ensure high-quality, safe and effective clinical practice.
- Lead risk management processes and provide senior oversight of complex or high-risk situations.
- Hold a small caseload, providing assessment, formulation, and psychotherapeutic interventions in community settings.
- Participate in organisational planning, meetings, and strategic discussions.
- Promote the service externally and support its integration within wider multidisciplinary networks.
Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.
Role overview
It is essential that you have
- UK-recognised qualification in Psychotherapy or Counselling Psychology.
- Accredited psychotherapist or counsellor (e.g., UKCP, BACP, BPS, HCPC) or equivalent professional body registration.
- Ability to work flexibly in varied settings.
- Proficient in assessing client needs and offering tailored services.
- Strong team leadership and collaboration skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Proven experience in engaging with vulnerable adults.
About us
For homeless people, or those at risk of homelessness, finding employment and housing opportunities can feel like an uphill battle, even more so if they’re affected by physical, mental health or substance use issues. Providence Row works with those affected by homelessness and those vulnerably housed in London, offering an integrated service of crisis support, advice and progression programmes. We ensure that people often excluded from mainstream services gain the support and opportunities they need to create a safe, healthy and sustainable life.
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including a pension scheme and initiatives to help you maintain a healthy work/life balance. We are also committed to providing our staff with a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
To apply
Please upload your CV with a covering letter, detailing how you meet the job specification by Wednesday 4 February 2026 at 23:30.
Interviews
Please note that we may interview on a rolling basis and therefore encourage early applications.
Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.
We tackle the root causes of homelessness to help people get off, and stay off, the streets.



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About You
We are seeking a Governance Manager & Executive Assistant to play a pivotal dual role at the heart of our organisation. You will ensure excellent governance across the Board and Committees, while also providing exceptional executive support to our CEO and Senior Management Team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility, and meaningful impact. You will be calm under pressure, excellent at building relationships, and meticulous in your approach. You will balance strategic awareness with strong attention to detail, handle sensitive information with absolute discretion, and bring proactive energy to supporting leaders at every level.
In this role, you will be the person who makes sure we run effectively, transparently, and confidently. You will keep our governance on track, support strategic decision-making, and ensure our CEO and Senior Management Team have the structure, information, and support they need to deliver our mission.
If you love combining precision with people skills and you are looking for a position where your organisational capabilities, governance expertise, and ability to make things happen will be truly valued—we’d love to hear from you!
Summary Of The Role
The Governance Manager & Executive Assistant plays a pivotal role in ensuring our organisation operates smoothly, transparently, and in line with best practice. You will lead the coordination of Board and Committee governance, managing agendas, papers, minutes, regulatory compliance, and the maintenance of key governance records. You will also support Board recruitment, induction, and development, and help manage core processes such as the governance audit, risk register, and policy oversight.
Alongside this, you will provide high-level executive support to the CEO and Senior Management Team — managing diaries, coordinating meetings, ensuring effective information flow, and handling confidential matters with professionalism. This role suits someone who is highly organised, proactive, and comfortable managing both detailed governance tasks and fast-paced executive support, enabling senior leaders to focus on delivering our mission.
Main Areas Of Responsibilities:
1. Governance & Compliance Management
- Support the Board and SMT with a complete governance audit and coordinate actions from the resulting governance action plan.
- Support the CEO and SMT with the day-to-day management of Board and Committee business.
- Prepare and manage agendas, papers, and minutes, ensuring all documentation is accurate and circulated within required timeframes.
- Oversee governance compliance, regulatory adherence, and alignment with best practice.
- Maintain up-to-date governance records, statutory filings, and related documentation.
- Support the CEO and SMT with reviewing and maintaining the organisational risk register and coordinating actions.
- Maintain a repository of historic policy versions to support auditing and traceability.
- Support Board recruitment, induction, training, and evaluation processes.
- Facilitate effective communication between the Board, its committees, and SMT.
2. Executive Support
- Provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to the CEO and SMT, including diary management, correspondence handling, travel planning, and meeting organisation.
- Coordinate schedules and support the wider SMT team with document preparation and logistics.
- Manage the flow of information to and from senior leaders, ensuring timely action on priorities.
- Handle confidential matters with discretion and professionalism at all times.
- Comply with Homeless Oxfordshire’s policies and procedures
- Contribute to a positive working environment in which equality and diversity are valued and staff are enabled to do their best.
- Contribute to the work of the broader team.
About Us:
We are an open door for people experiencing homelessness whose lives have been shaped by trauma and disadvantage; providing safety, stability and support when it is needed most. We deliver this support across Oxfordshire by providing a range of accommodation with access to high quality support, offering a safe and welcoming space for people to take control of their own lives. We are an accredited Oxford Living Wage employer, and benefits to the role include: annual leave starting at 26 days (excluding bank holidays), flexible working, enhanced benefits with qualifying service, retail discounts with our Homeless Oxfordshire Benefits Hub, and life assurance up to four times your salary and a £250 bonus if you successfully refer a someone as a new colleague through our Employee Referral Scheme as a thanks from us!
What’s Next: Have a look at the job description to find out more about the role and apply on our website. Please be aware that this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check and will be undertaken for the successful candidate. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we identify a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our client is the UK’s national LGBTQ+ Youth Homelessness charity. Their mission is to ensure that every LGBTQ+ young person facing or at risk of homelessness or a hostile environment has somewhere safe to stay, and work with over 800 vulnerable young people a year providing both face to face and online support. They are now recruiting a dedicated Supported Housing Manager to oversee the opening of a brand new LGBTQ+ service based in Lambeth.
Reporting to the Director of Services, as Supported Housing Manager you will have responsibility for the opening and day to day management of a new six unit LGBTQ+ housing scheme, working to create a safe, welcoming and psychologically-informed home environment for all beneficiaries. As Supported Housing Manager you will oversee a small, committed team of frontline staff, and will work to ensure that the support delivered is person-centered, holistic and to the highest quality. Acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead, you will ensure that team members fulfil their duties in safeguarding children and young people in line with company policies, and will work in partnership with a range of agencies to achieve best possible outcomes for all service users. You will also provide training to professionals and support to LGBTQ+ people, ensuring that professionals are working in an LGBTQ+ informed and inclusive way.
To apply for this role, you will be a collaborative leader with significant experience of overseeing supported housing services for a variety of vulnerable people. You will have a demonstrable understanding of the issues affecting LGBTQ+ young people who have experienced homelessness and will have up to date knowledge of the welfare issues and housing legislation affecting vulnerable young people. Overall you will be a skilled communicator, confident working in partnership with a range of sector-wide agencies, and passionate about delivering high quality housing services for vulnerable people.
If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity, please register your interest and submit your CV by clicking 'apply now' below. Suitable candidates will then be contacted for an initial conversation. Please note, the client is looking to recruit as soon as possible, so applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
At Prospectus, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application. If you are enthusiastic about working for a fantastic organisation working to improve and enhance the lives of vulnerable LGBTQ+ young people, we would love to hear from you!
Please note, this a full-time role, working 1 Saturday a month.
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Location: Bristol – Hybrid working + local travel
Salary: £30,000 per annum + Benefits
Hours: Full Time (35 hours per week)
Standing Tall is an innovative not-for-profit reducing homelessness one person at a time. 80% of the people we help are still off the streets and in the same job 12 months later. Last year, Standing Tall won the Social Value award for SME and VCSE leadership. We’re looking for an exceptional person to lead and deliver what we do in Bristol.
We’re looking for a versatile person who makes things happen and has exceptional emotional intelligence. If you’re looking to make good change happen and join a small start-up with a big social mission, you’re in the right place.
Our Mission
Standing Tall is a not-for-profit that matches people experiencing homelessness with stable jobs and safe homes. We know our model works because 80% of the people we help are still off the streets and in the same job one year later!
We’re working in 8 cities including Bristol, and we start to work in Glasgow this summer.
About the role...
What you’ll be expected to do:
- Assess and support people for 12 months who have been through homelessness, placing them in stable jobs and safe homes.
- Build partnerships with businesses willing to work with Standing Tall to employ people who have been through homelessness.
- Recruit, train, and support Standing Tall’s Amici Hosts to provide safe homes for people who have been through homelessness.
- Having responsibility for Standing Tall’s operations and activities in Bristol.
A bit about you...
What we're looking for:
- A person who has strong motivation for social justice and has a genuine passion to help people reach their potential.
- A person with exceptional emotional intelligence to assess an individual’s motivations.
- A person with a commitment to quality will naturally focus attention on delivering the highest standard of service possible.
- A person with exceptional resilience and adaptability, has a strong sense of identity and will change their approach to ensure outcomes are still achieved.
- A person who can lead bringing all he/she/they have/has to offer to work with others so the best outcome can be achieved.
- A person with financial competence to monitor budgets and understand the financial implications of how services are delivered.
- A person who can think commercially to identify and secure opportunities and build financial surpluses.
Application deadline: 5pm on Monday 9th February 2026.
If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted on Thursday 12th February and invited to an assessment day. The assessment day will take place in central Bristol on Tuesday 17th February 2026 (9:30am-4pm).
Please keep this date free in your diary.
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you have any accessibility requirements or need any adjustments at any stage of the application or Assessment Day process, please let us know. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal opportunities for all applicants.
If you do not hear from us, please assume you have not been successful. As a small organisation, we do not have the capacity to provide feedback or offer alternative assessment dates.
No agencies please.
Location: Sheffield and covering one other location TBC
Salary: Grade 7 - £49,488 per annum
Closing date: Sunday 1st February 2026 at 11.30 pm
Full time - 35 hours per week
Join Shelter as a Managing Housing Solicitor, in our mission to drive systemic change and fight for Justice.
If you are a dedicated Solicitor with specialist knowledge in housing and homelessness law, and a strong commitment to addressing the housing crisis we welcome you to apply for this role.
At a time when the housing emergency continues to deepen, your experience could help transform lives and challenge the systems that perpetuate injustice. Come and play a central role in our mission as a Managing Solicitor to lead a team to defend the right to a safe, and secure home.
Working with Shelter means being part of a passionate team that believes a safe home is a fundamental right. Here, your legal skills don’t just change lives—they shape a fairer housing system.
About the role
You will ensure you and your team will deliver high quality legal services and manage our Legal Aid Contract, with your main focus being on your own caseload and to manage and supervise the legal teams who are advocating for clients with housing issues, as well as bringing about systemic change. You will be dealing with personnel issues, providing professional support and supervision to your team, including but not limited to, independent file reviews (IFRs), time recording and good case management, as well as carrying your own caseload of housing litigation.
Contributing to the strategic direction of Shelter legal services nationally will be an important aspect of the role too, as will taking the lead on delivering strategic change aligned to Shelter’s strategy and ensuring Legal aid contract requirements and performance targets are met.
You will be able to identify test case opportunities to address systemic bad practice and so achieve change for a greater number of people and will work closely with the Head of Legal Services, the Hub Management Team and teams within Communications, Policy and Campaigns and Business Development. As a key member of the management team, you will also get to play your part in the management of our offices, including attending management team meetings and collaborating with other teams.
About you
1. You will be an experienced housing solicitor, court advocate, carrying your own caseload as well as managing and supervising others.
2. You will have a minimum of 4 years post qualification legal practice experience
3. You will have supervisor status and have substantial knowledge of housing and homelessness law.
4. You are able to carry out research and policy analysis in the areas of housing, homeless and welfare law, produce reports and presentations.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 32 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
About the team
Our legal Teams (Managing Solicitors, Solicitors, Legal Advisors and Trainees) are based throughout the England hubs, we are currently based in London, Plymouth, Dorset, Bristol, Norwich, Birmingham, Manchester, Merseyside, Lancashire, Sheffield and Newcastle.
Our teams are enthusiastic, driven and champions for fighting the housing injustice. Our teams whilst generating an income also address the housing crisis.
Shelter Sheffield provide housing advice and support to people across the city, with a focus on emergency homelessness, intensive support for children and families, people experiencing domestic abuse and people with multiple and complex needs. A holistic approach is taken to help people deal with interrelated issues that can impact their ability to keep a home and work for systemic changes to prevent homelessness, supporting over 5000 people every year.
About Shelter
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.
How to apply
Please submit your CV with a supporting statement with responses to the 'About You' points 1-4 outlined in the job description of no more than 1000 words total. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviour below throughout your responses:
- We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset
CVs without an accompanying supporting statement will not be considered.
Safeguarding Statement
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
Recruitment Agencies
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £37,739.41 per annum plus a company car
Location: Home based with regular travel to Shelter shops across East Scotland
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time 37.5 per week
Closing date: Tuesday the 6th of January at 11:30pm
At Shelter Scotland, we believe home is everything. Every day, thousands of people are devastated by the housing emergency — and we’re here to fight it. Our shops play a vital role in raising funds to support our frontline services and campaigns, while also connecting us with communities across Scotland.
We’re now looking for a dynamic and motivated leader to join our Retail team as Assistant Area Manager (East Scotland). In this role, you’ll help ensure our shops are safe, welcoming, and thriving spaces that inspire donations, volunteering, and sales — all contributing to Shelter’s mission of defending the right to a safe home.
About the role
This role supports the Area Manager to ensure shops across the area are safe, welcoming and thriving. You’ll represent Shelter in the community, creating positive experiences for customers, donors and volunteers while maximising Gift Aid and encouraging ongoing support.
You’ll help to oversee shop operations – from pricing and stock rotation to displays and local income-generating events, along with playing a key part in recruiting, developing and guiding Community Shop Managers.
Financial responsibility is central, following procedures, reviewing shop accounts and supporting managers to identify opportunities and reduce costs. Success means helping shops meet and exceed targets, increasing Shelter’s contribution and ensuring vibrant, well-run shops that maximise impact.
About you
We’re looking for an experienced leader who can inspire and motivate teams to deliver outstanding results. You’ll thrive in a varied role, bringing energy and creativity to shop environments, helping teams attract customers and donors, and deepening their knowledge of Shelter’s mission. With strong influencing skills, you’ll train, develop and empower people to run successful shops that raise vital funds.
To succeed, you’ll need experience managing staff or volunteers, delivering excellent customer service, overseeing multiple sites and working with budgets. You’ll also be enterprising and innovative, with the ability to engage communities and have knowledge of charity retail and how to grow sales.
Apply to be part of our team and be the change you want to see in society.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
Shelter helps millions of people every year struggling with bad housing or homelessness through our advice, support and legal services. And we campaign to make sure that, one day, no one will have to turn to us for help. We’re here so no one has to fight bad housing or homelessness on their own.
We are happy to talk about flexible working, personal growth, and to promote a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit.
About the team
This role sits within the Income Generation directorate within the Retail team at Shelter. You will work alongside and report into the Area Manager, along with the Community Shop Managers of the shops you will be helping to oversee.
How to apply
Please click ‘Apply for Job’ on the advert. You are required to submit a CV and a supporting statement with responses to the points in the About You section of the job description of no more than 350 words each. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format.
- We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset
Any applications submitted without a supporting statement will not be considered
About Shelter Scotland
Shelter Scotland is Scotland’s national housing and homelessness charity. Our vision is of a home for everyone in Scotland. For over 50 years, the way we drive change has remained the same. We advise and support people in housing need today and use the insight we gain to inform our campaigns to change tomorrow. We also raise professional standards for those working in Scotland’s housing and homelessness sector by offering a broad range of training courses.
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday thousands of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
Our enemy is the social injustice at the core of the escalating housing emergency. To win this fight, we must be representative of the people we are here to help and those who support our movement. In all our people decisions, we take pride in being inclusive, equitable and transparent. We are committed to combating racism both within and outside Shelter Scotland. We welcome you on our journey to becoming truly anti-racist.
Safeguarding statement
Safeguarding is everyone's business. Shelter is committed to protecting the health, wellbeing and human rights of those we support, and enabling them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. All our staff will be expected to observe professional standards of behaviour and conduct their work in line with our Safeguarding Policies.
Shelter does not accept unsolicited CVs from external recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Main Duties
Strategy
- Working with senior leaders, lead on developing an organisational wide and joined up People & Volunteering Strategy aligned to organisational goals and workforce plans.
Oranisational Design and Culture
- Use engagement and feedback data to identify cultural risks and drive improvement.
- Lead strengthened leadership, coaching and management capability through clear expectations, advice and development frameworks.
Management
- Lead, coach and manage the People Services team to provide proactive support to the organisation, with a clear focus on the team’s development.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and SLT on disciplinary and staff performance issues.
- Liaise with the external employment lawyers to make robust risk assessments on disciplinary and staff performance issues.
Volunteering and Resourcing
- Establish annual capacity and skills plans (headcount, volunteer hours, peak demand cover, succession planning).
- Review and implement a volunteering journey to support our volunteers.
Quality Framework
- Continue to develop and implement specific projects as part of The Passage’s internal quality framework ‘Excellence For All’.
- Lead a review to ensure there are clear and transparent salary ranges, job descriptions, aligned terms and conditions across the organisation.
- Ensure that People Services policies are up to date to reflect current legal and HR compliance and best practice.
Analytics and Systems
- Develop digital systems that add value to HR management with the organisation.
- Develop systems that give managers and staff ownership over their HR journey.
- Make use of workforce data and analytics to inform SMG of the development of improvements and interventions that can lead to enhanced HR and business outcomes.
Training
- Develop a learning and development strategy/plan for all staff to receive Continuous Professional Development.
- Develop a learning and training strategy for volunteers so that they are supported to fulfil their volunteering roles.
Reporting/Governance
- Responsible for the Peoples Services annual budget.
- Attend Senior Management Group (SMG) monthly meetings.
- Report to the People, Performance and Culture (PPC) Committee meeting.
Strategy
- Working with senior leaders, lead on developing an organisational wide and joined up People & Volunteering Strategy aligned to organisational goals and workforce plans.
Oranisational Design and Culture
- Use engagement and feedback data to identify cultural risks and drive improvement.
- Lead strengthened leadership, coaching and management capability through clear expectations, advice and development frameworks.
Management
- Lead, coach and manage the People Services team to provide proactive support to the organisation, with a clear focus on the team’s development.
- Design and lead implementation of frameworks to support those with responsibility for managing staff to demonstrate a consistent and high standard of line management and development across the organisation.
- To oversee a comprehensive training programme , including by developing a strategic training needs assessment to support the organisational values and aims.
- Provide expert advice and guidance to managers and SLT on disciplinary and staff performance issues.
Volunteering and Resourcing
- Establish annual capacity and skills plans (headcount, volunteer hours, peak demand cover, succession planning).
- Review and implement a volunteering journey to support our volunteers.
Quality Framework
- Continue to develop and implement specific projects as part of The Passage’s internal quality framework ‘Excellence For All’.
- Lead a review to ensure there are clear and transparent salary ranges, job descriptions, aligned terms and conditions across the organisation.
- Ensure that People Services policies are up to date to reflect current legal and HR compliance and best practice.
Analytics and Systems
- Develop digital systems that add value to HR management with the organisation.
- Develop systems that give managers and staff ownership over their HR journey.
- Make use of workforce data and analytics to inform SMG of the development of improvements and interventions that can lead to enhanced HR and business outcomes.
Training
- Develop a learning and development strategy/plan for all staff to receive Continuous Professional Development.
- Develop a learning and training strategy for volunteers so that they are supported to fulfil their volunteering roles.
Reporting/Governance
- Responsible for the Peoples Services annual budget.
- Attend Senior Management Group (SMG) monthly meetings.
- Report to the People, Performance and Culture (PPC) Committee meeting.
General Responsibilities
- In conjunction with your Line Manager to continuously develop the role to ensure that all tasks are being undertaken in an effective and appropriate manner which meets the strategic aims and objectives of The Passage.
- To ensure that all The Passage policies and procedures are being adhered to, particularly those relating to Health and Safety, Code of Practice and Confidentiality.
- To contribute to the effective implementation of The Passage’s Diversity and Equality Policy as it affects both The Passage and its work with vulnerable adults.
- To at all times undertake your role in a professional manner maintaining a high quality standard of work, and to always work in accordance with the aims, values and ethos of The Passage.
- Undertake any other duties that may be required which are commensurate with the role.
Desired Experience
Experience
- E1: Proven experience in leading strategic HR initiatives that support organisational goals and culture.
- E2: Experience of working with senior leadership teams to influence organisational design and workforce planning.
- E3: Track record of managing complex employee relations and advising on disciplinary and performance issues.
- E4: Experience in developing and implementing learning and development strategies for staff and volunteers.
- E5: Experience of reporting to governance committees and contributing to organisational risk management.
Knowledge and Skills
- K1: Strong understanding of UK employment law, HR compliance, and best practice.
- K2: Knowledge of organisational design, performance management frameworks, and cultural development.
- K3: Ability to use HR data and analytics to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.
- K4: Skilled in developing inclusive policies and embedding equality, diversity, and wellbeing into organisational practice.
- K5: Proficiency in HR systems and digital tools to enhance efficiency and user experience.
Qualifications
- CIPD Level 5 or equivalent professional qualification (Level 7 desirable).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.