Entry level Immigration jobs
Want to change how the world talks about migration?
The Migrant Futures Institute at Goldsmiths is hiring a Development Manager to help grow our work reshaping narratives around migration through creative practice and research. If you have experience in philanthropy, partnerships, or strategy—and care about justice, culture, and representation—this is for you.
What makes Goldsmiths unique?
Goldsmiths is a world-renowned university that has a reputation for rigorous and innovative academic work; creativity has long been our hallmark. Academic excellence and imaginative course content combine to make a place where creative minds can thrive.
About the Migrant Futures Institute
The Migrant Futures Institute (MFI) is being established at Goldsmiths in 2025 thanks to a major philanthropic commitment by Oak Foundation in academic year 2024-25.
The MFI is set to be a beacon of rigorous research, innovative policy solutions, and creative approaches to understanding and reshaping migration discourse. Through collaborative research and creative practice, the MFI engages directly with migrant organisations and communities, working with them to generate new knowledge, cultivate understanding, and support their well-being, creative and work aspirations.
About the Role
Building on an 8-figure philanthropic commitment made by Oak Foundation, the Development Manager will play a key role in securing the long-term viability and success of the Migrant Futures Institute. Working with the Director of Development and Alumni Relations and the MFI Director, the post holder will ensure that fundraising is an embedded strategic priority. They will develop and deliver outcome-led fundraising strategies that work within the broader University fundraising and communications environment and achieve philanthropic fundraising targets.
About the Candidate
You will demonstrate your ability to make things happen, to manage and move relationships forward, to communicate inspiring messages and build warm relationships that deliver support for the Migrant Futures Institute at Goldsmiths. Your dynamic and proactive approach will be combined with a track record of delivering successful fundraising campaigns and experience of building partnerships and delivering support, ideally in an academic context, but transferrable skills from candidates looking to move into the sector are also welcomed. Understanding of and insight into the discourses, civic and academic organisations and issues related to migration in society would also be advantageous.
We strongly encourage applications from colleagues from racialised, minority ethnic backgrounds, especially those with migrant, refugee or diasporic backgrounds and experiences. Advancing equality and celebrating diversity are central values at Goldsmiths, University of London.
We offer a space for self-discovery, delivering world-leading research and progressive teaching from our single-site campus in the heart of South East



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ABOUT INQUEST
Founded in 1981, INQUEST is the only charity providing expertise on state related deaths and their investigation to bereaved people, lawyers, advice and support agencies, the media and parliamentarians
Our specialist casework includes deaths in police and prison custody, immigration detention, mental health settings and deaths involving multi-agency failings or where wider issues of state and corporate accountability are in question, such as with Hillsborough and Grenfell.
INQUEST has a collaborative and integrated model of working, with opportunities for staff to engage in a range of work. We are a small organisation with a fast paced and engaging working environment. You can find more information on our website, particularly on our About Us, Campaigns, and Media Release webpages.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Casework Team provide specialist casework advice and support to bereaved families and individuals following a contentious death in custody and detention settings or through multi agency failings, requiring an inquest. You will be working alongside an experienced Casework Team, led by two Senior Caseworkers. You will have close contact with the Family Engagement Coordinator and with the Policy and Communications team.
The purpose of the role is to provide specialist advice to bereaved families facing an investigation and inquest process into a state related death; advising on the process immediately following a death, secure legal representation for families through the INQUEST Lawyers Group; liaise with external organisations, including lawyers, coroners and public bodies such as the Prisons and Probation Ombudsman and the Independent Office for Police Conduct, work alongside the Communications Team on media engagement; and identify key cases and issues arising as part of INQUEST’s policy and campaigns work.
The successful candidate will have experience of casework and advice provision, preferably in inquest law and related investigations. They will be expected to identify themes and trends arising from cases and contribute to the organisations strategic work. In addition, they will be required to organise stakeholder meetings and represent INQUEST at external meetings.
They will possess outstanding communication and organisation skills, will enjoy working in a very fast paced environment, and will adhere to INQUEST’s values and commitment to social justice, as well as our commitment to tackling racism and discrimination.
INQUEST works with families from all sections of the community, including many families from Black, racialised and other underrepresented communities. We believe our staff team should reflect the makeup of the families we work with, and therefore actively encourage applications from people from these communities
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Overview
At Young Roots, we want to see a compassionate and welcoming society for young refugees and asylum seekers in the UK. We work alongside young people seeking safety in the UK, building trusted relationships, providing practical and emotional support and promoting young people’s rights and power.
Our youth clubs and casework are transformative for young refugees, allowing young people who have fled danger, had traumatic journeys and who are often here alone, to find community and connection, have a space to be a young person and access support in addressing a whole range of practical challenges they face. We also draw on our evidence from working every day with young refugees and asylum seekers to call for change to the laws and policies which are harming young people.
The Youth Development Coordinator is responsible for the development and delivery of our youth development programme for young refugees and asylum seekers.
You will be focused on ensuring our programme activities achieve our outcomes, are in line with our strategy and identify areas for change and development under the direction of the Head of Services. An excellent communicator and skilled at working with partners, you will be key in the implementation and running all of our weekly youth activities, including a Youth Club and Advice and Support Hub working closely with the Youth Development Worker and having oversight of our weekly Young Women’s group.
As an experienced manager, you will lead our team of skilled youth workers, working alongside the Brent team to provide holistic support to young asylum seekers and refugees in Brent.
You will prioritise the participation of young people in all activities, ensuring excellent safeguarding by following our policy and protocols, and ensure that we collect excellent data for monitoring and evaluation and to aid our future planning. You will also assist with staff and volunteer recruitment and reporting to our funding partners.
The Youth Development Coordinator will hold a Designated Safeguarding Officer role at Young Roots for which they will receive full training.
Interview dates:
- First round interviews to take place on 20/05 and 22/05
- Second round interviews for successful candidates will take place on 27/05
To work alongside young people seeking safety in the UK, building trusted relationships, providing practical and emotional support.
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Are you a trusted Arabic-speaking adviser with strong community links? We’re looking for someone with experience, empathy, and an existing client base to help us launch a dedicated advice service for Arabic-speaking residents in West London.
You’ll lead on providing tailored advice and support to Arabic-speaking individuals and families, focusing on the most urgent needs in the community — from housing and welfare to digital skills and healthy living. This is a rare opportunity to shape a new bilingual service within a respected community organisation with a long track record of delivering high-quality support to racially minoritised groups.
Main duties:
· Deliver a bilingual advice, information and support service in Arabic and English to members of racially minoritised communities in Kensington and Chelsea and neighbouring boroughs, with a focus on housing, utilities, energy saving, welfare benefits, employability, healthy lifestyles, support for disabled people and carers, basic digital literacy skills, and related issues (NOT including medical, legal, or immigration-related advice)
· Provide non-regulated money guidance (NOT including financial advice services regulated by the FCA) after appropriate training
· Signpost or refer clients to other service providers as appropriate
· Maintain individual files on all clients and all action taken, using Advice Pro software
· Undertake appropriate training
· Provide digital literacy training or support to service users through workshops and/or one-to-one instruction, after appropriate training
· Arrange and facilitate workshops for service users, where applicable
· Work cooperatively with other staff and volunteers
· Produce regular updates on work for the Director / Deputy Director and the Management Committee
· Participate in supervisions, performance appraisals, file reviews, and internal meetings
· Undertake other reasonable tasks as required
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Contract type: This is a permanent post with funding confirmed to 31st March 2026
Available posts: 2
Purpose:
Established in 2014, the National Counter Trafficking Centre runs several programmes across England and Wales. One of these is the Independent Child Trafficking Guardianship Service (ICTG) as outlined in Section 48 of The Modern Slavery Act 2015.
The legislation provides a duty to support all children and young people who have been trafficked and reside within one of these areas: Wales/Cymru, East Midlands, West Midlands Combined Authorities, Bedfordshire, Gloucestershire (including Bristol), Warwickshire, all London Boroughs, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight (including Portsmouth and Southampton), Kent, Surrey, Essex, Greater Manchester, North and West Yorkshire, Lancashire and Merseyside.
We are currently recruiting for Support Workers based within one of the following areas:
- London
- Birmingham
- Manchester
Do you want to improve the lives of young people affected by modern slavery? Do you have immigration, social care, or criminal justice experience? Are you ready to join a passionate growing team and step up to this challenge? If your answers are yes, we want to hear from you.
If you are interested in applying for the role, you must have a current driving licence and use of a car or be able to manage extensive travel via pubic transport as there is the potential for extensive travel across our delivery sites. The the role will be Home Based; due to the nature of the work you must be able to identify a confidential space for you to carry out your day to day work.
What are the responsibilities of the Support Worker - Independent Child Trafficking Guardianship Service:
Support for Children:
Independent Child Trafficking Guardians support children who have experienced trafficking and exploitation, working alongside other professionals to ensure that children receive appropriate support in line with their needs.
Within this role you will:
- Support young people through short term pieces of work, for example groupwork and transition out of the service
- Work alongside ICTG's to deliver trips and activities for young people
- Support young people to engage with participation activities both within NCTC and as delivered by partner organisations
- Maintain up to date and accurate recordings on the children's electronic files.
- Identify and respond to safeguarding, alerting managers to concerns and completing actions as required
- Where appropriate contribute to national awareness raising sessions
- Contribute to the national on call rota
Home based with potential for extensive travel across all NCTC delivery sites.
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Membership & Engagement Officer
Salary: £31,716 per annum to £33,322 per annum (plus up to £4,677 regional weighting allowance) – based on scale point 24 – 26 on AUK’s pay scale
Location: Predominantly Home-based with a need to work from the London office on an ad-hoc basis.
Hours: Permanent / Full Time (Mon-Fri) – 35 hours per week.
Interview: w/c 30th June 2025
Benefits include: 20 days annual leave (increasing annual to a maximum of 25 days), 3 days Christmas/New Year leave, home working allowance
About Us:
AdviceUK is a small, growing charity working to improve the lives of people in need of advice through the support it gives to its members.
We currently have over 700 members, who have supported 1.7m people with free advice on a diverse range of issues including debt, benefits, housing and immigration problems.
This is an exciting time to join us, in 2024 we launched our new 3 year strategy to develop our services to members and increase organisation capacity.
As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a Membership & Engagement Officer to join our team.
Key responsibilities include:
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Working directly with members to understand and respond to their needs, helping them improve service quality, sustainability, and impact.
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Supporting the Membership and Services team to respond effectively and efficiently to member queries
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Support the recruitment and retention of members
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Analyse member trends and use this information to support the development of engagement strategies
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Collaborate with partners to deliver high quality services
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Manage and moderate online events and member communities
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Supporting Membership with membership renewals.
We are looking for an experienced Officer with the following attributes and experience:
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Experience of working in a service that gives social welfare advice OR experience of working in a VCS infrastructure organisation or multi-agency network.
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Understanding of the advice sector and pressures on services.
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Experience working in a support, membership, or advice network environment.
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Organising events and forums (both virtual and in-person).
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Engaging and supporting organisations or individuals in a professional context.
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Collaborating with external partners and service providers
Posted on: 06 June 2025
Closing Date: 23rd June 2025
Our purpose is to improve the lives of people in need of advice. We do this by supporting our members, so it is easier for them to help their clients.

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About us
The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute.
About the role
Interpreters will mainly work with our Resettlement team in Wakefield. Our Resettlement team supports newly recognised refugees to settle in the UK.
The project requires interpreters to facilitate communication between clients and Resettlement workers and other professionals by providing consistent, effective, and high-quality interpreting in a neutral and impartial manner.
Face-to-face sessions may take place at various locations, including at community venues, health, educational, or home settings. Remote sessions may take place on the phone or video call.
We are looking for interpreters with a high level of English as well as Somali.
The Refugee Council engages interpreters to work on a sessional basis. This means that, if appointed, you will be added to our constantly updated list of approved sessional interpreters. Refugee Council workers consult this list and contact individual interpreters to offer them sessions. Some sessions will take place immediately whilst others may be booked in advance. Inclusion on the list is not a guarantee that you will be offered work and your involvement will be based on the needs of the project.
Interpreters are required to complete a timesheet each month for payments to be processed.
The following rates apply to interpreting work:
Face-to-Face interpreting work:
- First hour or part hour: £20.00
- After first hour, each 15 minutes or part: £4.50
- Travel time, each 15 minutes or part: £2.50
Telephone/video interpreting work:
- First 10 minutes or part: £5.00
- After first 10 minutes: £0.25 per minute
Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.
Closing date: 18 June 2025
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
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Ascension Community Trust (ACT) is a much-loved community-based charity in Custom
House, Newham. We deliver Newham District Foodbank (a Trussell foodbank run by ACT
and two community partners), welfare benefits advice, immigration advice, ESOL classes,
work with adults with learning difficulties, as well as work with children, young people and
their families.
Our volunteers come from all walks of life, and their experience includes working with
corporate companies, students, school children, people with lived experience of poverty,
refugees, asylum seekers, and adults with learning difficulties. Our mission statement –
“Enabling the whole community to make the community whole” – means that we work with
all members of our community and promote integration.
We are looking for someone with good interpersonal skills, who can welcome and listen to
prospective volunteers to find out their interests, skills and goals and match them with the
right volunteering opportunity.
You will work two days a week with Newham District Foodbank strategic partners to mobilise
volunteers across our three delivery sites, and one day a week to support volunteer
involvement across the rest of ACT. You will need to be able to think outside the box to spot
opportunities – across all our projects – to invite volunteers to join in with our mission,
whether that’s regular volunteering, one-off projects or using their skills to help us with
strategy or communications.
You will also need to be methodical, making sure references are taken up and DBS-checks
are completed, as well as tracking and recording volunteers’ training. To make this easier
you will help us implement the ‘Assemble’ volunteer management software across Newham
District Foodbank’s three partners.
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Membership & Services Administrator
Salary: £26,031 per annum to £27,349 per annum (plus up to £4,677 regional weighting allowance) – based on scale point 16 – 18 on AUK’s pay scale
Location: Predominantly Home-based with a need to work from the London office on an ad-hoc basis.
Hours: Permanent / Full Time (Mon-Fri) – 35 hours per week.
Due to the nature of the role there is a requirement to work core hours of 9am – 5pm (or as agreed at interview)
Interview: w/c 30th June 2025
Benefits include: 20 days annual leave (increasing annual to a maximum of 25 days), 3 days Christmas/New Year leave, home working allowance
About Us:
AdviceUK is a small, growing charity working to improve the lives of people in need of advice through the support it gives to its members.
We currently have over 700 members, who have supported 1.7m people with free advice on a diverse range of issues including debt, benefits, housing and immigration problems.
This is an exciting time to join us, in 2024 we launched our new 3 year strategy to develop our services to members and increase organisation capacity.
As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a Membership & Services Administrator to join our team.
Key responsibilities include:
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Processing Membership applications via SharePoint.
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Mailbox management.
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Generating reports via Salesforce (CRM) and accurate data entry.
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Handling customer enquiries from a range of stakeholders.
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Responding to "contact us" forms and leads.
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Setting up member-forums and events, logging attendees, updating agenda and co-hosting.
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Supporting Membership officers and Manager with membership renewals.
We are looking for an experienced Administrator with the following attributes and experience:
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Membership Administration (desirable)
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Experience using Salesforce CRM (desirable)
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Detail orientated and highly organised
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Self-motivated with ability to work with autonomy
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Happy to work mostly from home
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Well-honed customer service and/or membership-care experience.
Posted on: 06 June 2025
Closing Date: 9am 24th June 2025
Our purpose is to improve the lives of people in need of advice. We do this by supporting our members, so it is easier for them to help their clients.

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We are offering an exciting opportunity in a Sheffield based charity that has doubled in size in the past 4 years, setting up and acquiring two lettings agencies, and which continues to grow. Along with the role comes 38 days annual leave, a generous pension and free parking at our Central Sheffield offices.
The Administrator role is full time, 35 hours per week, but part time working will be considered
The person we are looking for –
A. Will care about the work that Nomad does and share very similar values.
B. Will be a great communicator with a positive attitude and a fine sense of humour.
C. Will be an organiser.
D. Will be excited to work under their own steam yet love being part of a dynamic team.
E. Will see what needs to be done and do it!
F. Will be supportive of colleagues when needed, but able to step away when that help is not needed.
G. Will be discrete when presented with highly personal information.
H. Will be flexible and able to juggle tasks.
I. Will love a challenge and always be looking for solutions.
J. Will be professional but always able to “muck in”.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. To buy into, adhere to and promote the values of Nomad Opening Doors.
2. To be a positive and enthusiastic advocate of Nomad and its related projects.
3. To be the first point of contact for Nomad and its subsidiary organisations both in person and on the telephone.
4. To deal with enquiries both in person and on the telephone, directing callers and visitors as appropriate. This will include providing “hosting” to clients, partners and other visitors.
5. To book prospective tenants in for assessments and tenancy workshops which are usually held weekly.
6. To assist in the preparation of events and meetings including arranging. refreshments, scheduling and booking rooms/venues. This may involve taking the lead as required.
7. To effectively and accurately minute-take Full Team Meetings and other similar meetings as required.
8. To set up and maintain appropriate administration and quality systems, in accordance with policy and contract requirements, including processing necessary paperwork.
9. To maintain comfortable, effective offices including liaising with Business Hub staff as issues arise relating to telephones, utilities, general maintenance and so on.
10. To maintain stock levels that are appropriate for the smooth function of all project areas including ensuring printer paper and inks are in supply and stationery requirements are met.
11. To assist the Communications and Fundraising Coordinator with the marketing and publicising of all Nomad’s services including Four Trees Lettings and Clarity Lettings, keeping information up to date and accurate through letters, reports, annual report, updating the web sites and a range of social media.
12. To set up client files and prepare assessment packs, sign up packs and client folders where required.
13. To collate information to assist with regular reporting for all projects and the organisation.
14. To assist the CEO with the gathering of information to be compiled into a detailed quarterly report to be presented to the Boards of Trustees.
15. To maintain archiving, filing and storage systems (paper & electronic) where required.
16. To assist the CEO with H&S checks and any other related accommodation matters.
17. To assist the CEO with tasks related to data protection and GDPR including researching and booking refresher/update training as required.
18. To lead on the logistics of such social events as the staff Christmas meal, the staff away day and any other such events that may from time to time be suggested by the staff team.
19. To assist with research into and support the development of new ideas and opportunities.
20. To supervise and support volunteers/trainees where required.
21. To work in line with NOMAD’s policies and procedures.
22. To undertake any other duties relevant and appropriate to the post.
*Please apply with CV and covering letter explaining your suitability for the role.
Nomad exists to improve access to safe, secure, sustainable housing and to help people transition out of homelessness quickly and positively.




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The Latin American Women’s Rights Service (LAWRS) is a human rights, feminist organisation led by and for Latin American migrant women in the UK. Our work is dedicated to supporting the immediate and long-term needs of Latin American migrant women exposed to violations of their fundamental human rights; facing violence against women and girls, exploitation or trafficking; enduring difficult living and working conditions in low paid jobs and facing barriers to social protection. We strive to provide essential tools for women to empower themselves in their pursuit of personal and social change.
The post holder will join our Counselling and Psychotherapy team, providing emotional support sessions, clinical assessments and one-to-one short term therapy to Latin American women; delivering group work activities and psychoeducational workshops; and dealing with internal and external referrals, working closely with other teams at LAWRS and external agencies.
This post is open to Latin American women only* in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and LGBTQ+ candidates as they are currently underrepresented within the team.
*women who identify as Latin Americans (1st and 2nd generation) and speak Spanish and/or Brazilian Portuguese.
Please note that only applicants with the right to work in the UK covering the duration of the contract will be considered for this position.
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Be a part of a collective and supportive team by joining the London District.
Our NPNP (New Places for New People) District Lead will help begin and grow new Christian communities (NPNPs) across London, especially with and among people experiencing poverty.
This is an exciting role working with our circuits, pioneers and local leaders to inspire vision, and discover New Places for New People. We value independent thinkers, working on your own initiative, but also those who can work collaboratively with a team, to share, grow and develop ideas dynamically with others.
Why work with us?
A brilliant central office in Westminster, ability to work remotely, great (supportive) colleagues, flexible working, learning and development opportunities, pay, pensions and generous down time, committed to equality diversity and inclusion, and, did we mention the great colleagues?
Take a look at the job description. If this is for you, complete an application form, or give us a shout with any questions about the role.
We're also recruiting a Faith-Rooted Community Organiser (FRCO) to work alongside this role. Check out that role on Charity Jobs too.
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The Work Rights Centre is looking for a motivated solicitor or barrister to contribute to our growing employment rights programme by providing expert legal advice and casework, and supporting the wider development of the charity and our strategic goals.
This is an ideal opportunity for a candidate with a strong sense of justice, who values impact, teamwork, and the autonomy of working in a diverse and agile team. We can accommodate part-time, flexible and remote work, and offer 28 days of annual leave in addition to a winter holiday break.
The role
You’ll provide excellent employment legal advice, and support the Head of Employment in supervising our two senior legal advisers. You’ll also use your expertise to create accessible public-facing legal information, deliver training to other advisers, and collaborate with colleagues in the policy team. This is a real opportunity to support vulnerable workers' individual and group claims, while contributing to systemic change.
About you
We seek a qualified solicitor or barrister who shares our mission to end in-work poverty by helping vulnerable workers find justice, and who has:
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Two years of practising experience in the UK, with some experience in employment law;
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Experience of working in a legal team
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Excellent analytical skills with ability to conduct legal research
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Excellent case management skills
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Excellent client management skills
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Knowledge of, and empathy with, the backgrounds and experiences of migrants and other vulnerable workers.
Please download the job description for full responsibilities and complete person specifications.
How to apply
We are actively interviewing for this role as applications come in, so please apply as soon as you can.
Please send your CV and Cover Letter by 21st June 2025 and don’t hesitate to reach out with any queries about this opportunity.
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Reporting to: Service Manager
Location: Baca office, Cambridge, England with regular travel to locations where Baca’s services are delivered.
Salary: £29,009 - £31,203 per annum for full time hours. Equivalent to £23,207 to £24,962 per annum for 30 hours. The role also comes with an allowance of £2301 (pro rata) for Cambridge cost of living.
Working hours: 30 hours a week.
About Baca: Baca is dedicated to providing support and care to 16 to 18 year old unaccompanied asylum seeking children who are newly arrived in the country, helping them rebuild their strength, dignity, and hope for the future. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Education Coordinator to join our team and lead the delivery of our education program.
Overall Purpose: As the Education Coordinator, you will be responsible for leading, coordinating, and delivering Baca's education program. Your role will be crucial in enabling the young people we support to achieve a standard of English that allows them to enrol in local college courses and become empowered individuals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver the education program creatively to meet the diverse needs of young people.
- Support the achievement of outcomes in line with Baca’s Theory of Change, including improved physical and emotional wellbeing, increased engagement with education, employment, and training, social engagement, and personal safety.
- Review and develop the education program to ensure it meets the needs of young people and college course requirements.
- Liaise with colleges and education providers to support student enrolment and ongoing academic success.
- Recruit, train, support, and supervise education volunteers, including developing volunteer resources and training packs.
- Coordinate education support from volunteers, ensuring effective matching with young people and development of appropriate activities.
- Participate in meetings to deliver services effectively.
- Oversee the education volunteering budget and resources.
- Conduct monitoring and evaluation of volunteer activities.
- Maintain accurate records and databases, including monthly and end-of-year reports.
General Responsibilities:
- Be a role model, practicing Baca’s values.
- Play an active and supportive role within the organization.
- Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to Baca’s policies and procedures.
- Treat all staff and young people fairly and without prejudice.
- Employ correct procedures for safeguarding incidences or concerns.
- Work flexible hours as needed.
Personal Specification:
- Highly organized, able to work under pressure, and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Passionate, humble, disciplined, wise, determined, proactive, and a self-starter.
- Aligned with Baca’s values and mission.
- Flexible and able to respond to change at short notice.
- Able to lead with hope, patience, calmness, and tenacity in challenging circumstances.
- Critical and creative thinker, able to innovate solutions and make challenging decisions.
- Resilient, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Experience and Skills:
- Proven experience in a similar role, coordinating services for young people.
- Teaching experience to Young People.
- Qualified teacher of English as a second language - with ESOL/TEFL/ CELTA
- Experience working constructively as part of a team.
- Experience analysing service delivery challenges and presenting solutions.
- Experience developing and managing volunteers.
- Strong organizational, project, and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills.
- Knowledge of issues faced by unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people.
- Ability to drive/travel to all service delivery locations.
- Enhanced DBS check required.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young asylum seekers and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. If suitably strong candidates are shortlisted before the deadline, in-person interviews will take place immediately after shortlisting.
Join us at Baca and help us support young people to rebuild their lives and achieve their dreams!
It is our mission to serve young people who have been forced to flee their home country – offering safe homes, education, therapeutic care and support




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· To provide housing related support to eligible migrants living in Newport.
· Provide practical and emotional support, advice, information and advocacy to migrants living in Newport. Working towards the goal of preventing homelessness, increasing connections in the local community and securing appropriate accommodation
· To liaise with a range of professionals and organisations to maximise resources for the client.
· Promote understanding, awareness and positive attitudes towards mental health and wellbeing.
· Promote equity, diversity and inclusion.
Principle responsibilities
1. Deliver person centred housing related support to clients that promotes their mental wellbeing and independence supporting them to progress to a life without the need for support. To work with clients in assessing their needs to create individual personal support and plans.
2. Ensure that anti-racism, equality and diversity are central to your work addressing disadvantage, inequalities, stigma and discrimination, making sure that you take action to reach people from marginalised or disadvantaged groups and that the services you provide match their needs.
3. To network effectively with voluntary and statutory agencies to promote the needs of the clients. Working with clients so that they have the knowledge, understanding and skills to access services, support and to improve their mental wellbeing and resilience. To refer to other agencies where possible if they are not eligible for the service
4. To assist clients with benefits and housing and employment to increase income and opportunities to be suitably housed, keeping up to date with the Social Security system and housing legislation, ensuring that clients are referred for specialist advice where appropriate.
5. Focus on client involvement ensuring that clients have their views heard and that the needs and wishes of service users have an impact on the services they receive.
6. Work as part of the Housing and Tenancy Support (HATS) Team and the wider Newport staff team to develop and deliver activities that achieve positive outcomes for migrants in Newport.
7. Ensure all work is recorded and monitored and contribute to evaluating the service.
8. Work in accordance with best practice, legal requirements, the policies of Mind in Gwent, and the policies outlined by the funders.
9. Share models of good practice to aid in organisational development across Mind in Gwent.
10. To contribute to the work of other projects and teams of Newport Mind as when required or directed to provide cover or to develop new skills or take on new opportunities.
Expectations
1. To work in line with, and to support the delivery of, the vision, mission, values and goals of Mind in Gwent.
2. Adhere to and work within all the policies of Mind in Gwent and the Housing Support Grant, such as child protection policy, protection of vulnerable adults, confidentiality and data protection policies, and the policies contained within the employee handbook.
3. To actively participate, engage with, and respond to, the Mind in Gwent supervision, external supervision and appraisal processes.
4. To attend and positively contribute to Mind in Gwent and Housing and Tenancy Support meetings and other meetings as required.
5. To attend and positively contribute to Mind in Gwent, Housing and Tenancy Support, Housing Support Grant training as required.
6. To actively contribute to a positive, supportive and constructive working relationships and environment with Mind in Gwent, partner organisations and other organisations.
7. To contribute to making Mind in Gwent a greener workplace.
8. To support and contribute to our overall aim of the co-production and participation of people with experience of mental health problems, and to be committed to working alongside people with experience of mental health problems, as colleagues, lived experience experts and campaigners.
9. To be flexible, adaptable and undertake work to support the aims of Mind in Gwent, the aims of the Housing and Tenancy Support Team and the aims of Housing Support Grant funding including participating in an on call rota where required.
Interviews to be held Tuesday 24th June 2025
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