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Are you passionate about ensuring that the Gypsy Roma and Traveller (GRT) community access support, receive good guidance and connect with local services? Do you understand the challenges facing the Gypsy Roma and Traveller community? Can you offer practical advice and support to those in need in areas of housing, health and benefits?
We are seeking a skilled advice and guidance officer to work with individuals within the GRT communities in Surrey. We want to hear from skilled individuals who combine excellent communication skills, practical advice skills, good organisation and partnership working. Previous experience working with the GRT community is essential.
To apply for this role please read the job description and person specification.
The closing date for applications is Friday 17 April, however, should we receive suitable applications before this deadline we reserve the right to withdraw this role.
We are passionate about equality and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Main purpose of the job:
- To provide practical advice, guidance, information and support to GRT adults in Surrey that helps them secure appropriate accommodation, including access to relevant benefits and financial support.
- To signpost GRT individuals and / or their carers to connect to and engage with appropriate services.
- To provide Surrey’s GRT communities with information and advice in order to empower them to maintain their own health and wellbeing, with choice and control over their lives.
- To provide advice to statutory and other partners on working with GRT communities.
- To provide the above support either in person, over the phone, by video app or via email/website, that is culturally appropriate and appropriate to the individual and their support structure and needs.
Main tasks
- Support individuals in managing finances and benefit claims.
- Help individuals to find appropriate accommodation.
- Advise individuals in setting up and maintaining a home or tenancy.
- Signpost to appropriate health/treatment services, including in areas of mental health, healthy eating, GP registration, immunisation, family planning, pregnancy and use of NHS helplines and webpages.
- Signpost to culturally appropriate legal services.
- Give support in understanding domestic abuse and signpost to support
- Help carers and young carers identify themselves and know how to access support
- Support communities to be mental health aware and know how to access support for their emotional and mental wellbeing
- Signpost individuals to places they can develop domestic/life skills.
- Signpost individuals to places they can develop social skills/behaviour management and take part in social activities and training.
- Signpost individuals to gain access to other services, as required.
- Support individuals to use digital and online services
Supporting other organisations working with GRT communities
- Attend and contribute to relevant conferences, forums, training and briefing sessions regionally and locally, especially GRT related ones
- Liaise with Local Authorities, Health Authorities and other agencies regarding client issues.
- Advocate for Surrey’s GRT community through social media, letters and articles, as required
- Ensure Surrey’s GRT communities have opportunities to shape service provision and to voice their views and concerns.
- Create effective partnerships
Other responsibilities
- Perform other duties and tasks, consistent with your skills and expertise, as required in non-routine circumstances.
- Contribute to internal meetings and communications.
- Advise management team and the Board about GRT matters.
- Meet with and report as required to project funders
- Safely file and store client data and meeting notes
- Carry out risk assessments for lone working with clients
Contract
- This is a permanent contract subject to funding. We are committed to flexible working.
- Secondment applications will be considered
- A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check will be required to undertake this post
Benefits
- 25 days holiday, and all English Bank Holidays, plus an additional 3 days between Christmas and New Year (all pro rata)
- Pension scheme, contributing 5% of salary. Under auto-enrolement, eligibility to join is after three months.
- Flexitime system.
- Employee assistance programme.
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Experience
- Experience giving advice, guidance and signposting
- Knowledge of housing, health and benefit systems and processes
- Experience of working to agreed targets and deadlines
- Good IT skills including Office applications and databases.
- Ability to plan, balance and manage multiple priorities
- Access to transport for regular travel within Surrey (for which mileage can be claimed)
- Ability to simplify and explain complex processes
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience of working with GRT communities, and knowledge of the challenges
- Experience of working or volunteering in a not-for-profit organisation
- Ability to function with a degree of independence
- Lone Working experience
- Report writing for varied audiences
- Good IT skills including experience using Office applications, databases and social media
- Experience of dealing with conflict
- Strong understanding of Equality and Diversity
- Understanding of Safeguarding principles for vulnerable communities
Personal Qualities
- Ability to take initiative and responsibility for your work
- Strong organisational skills
- Empathy with clients, local authorities and colleagues
- Able to work flexibly and to multi-task
- Resilience
- Honesty, integrity and respectfulness
- Persuasive interpersonal skills
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About Emmaus
Emmaus Merseyside is an award-winning charity that empowers people to overcome homelessness for good. We provide people with a stable home and life-changing tailored support.
We’re here for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. We see the person and their strengths – and help them get their life back on track, based on the future they want to create. As part of a nationwide movement of local Emmaus charities, we equip people with valuable skills, training and work experience to achieve their goals.
No one’s life should be defined by homelessness. In our caring community, we build on each individual’s abilities, increasing their confidence and self-esteem. The people we support have a purpose and a chance to make a real contribution to their community.
About the role
As Chief Executive Officer, you will be the heartbeat and guiding force of Emmaus Merseyside. This is a role for a leader who believes deeply in people and the power of community.
You will champion our mission, inspire our companions, staff and volunteers, and ensure our organisation continues to grow in strength, resilience and impact. Balancing strategic vision with hands‑on leadership, you will help shape a future where every person we support has the opportunity to thrive.
We are seeking a visible CEO who is grounded in the Emmaus values and passionate about supporting others to succeed. This exciting role is suited to someone who can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day involvement; who listens, brings people with them and leads with empathy, clarity and purpose.
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a tangible difference, lead an established charity, and shape the future of a community that changes lives every day.
Please find attached the Applicant Information Pack below, which includes the job description and person specification.
How to apply
To apply for the role, please download the attached Applicant Information Pack below, which includes the job description and person specification.
You are invited to submit a CV and a tailored covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, along with your alignment to our values and mission. Please apply before the closing date for applications, 10am on Friday 17 April.
Following an initial longlisting process, selected candidates will be invited to an informal conversation with a trustee. This provides an opportunity to learn more about Emmaus Merseyside, the role and our community. Shortlisted applicants will then be invited to attend a formal interview and deliver a presentation on Thursday 23 April.
This staged approach is designed to provide a supportive and transparent experience, enabling both candidates and the Board of Trustees to explore mutual fit and leadership alignment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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YES care about young people's mental health, sexual health and wellbeing. The Outreach and Support Officer will deliver knowledgeable, high-quality, youth-centred support to young people in various settings.
You will get out into the community via outreach engagement, offering one-to-one support, events and groups. You iwill be a key part of our Information and Guidance team, delivering wellbeing programmes and workshops for YES.
This role is frontline and delivery-focused, supporting the development of responsive, inclusive, and professionally delivered services in outreach settings such as schools, youth clubs, social spaces and groups and will be pivotal within our small team of young people's support staff.
YES believes that all young people should have access to the mental health support they need, whenever they need it.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title:
Senior Grants Officer
Reporting To:
Grants Manager
Salary:
£31,125 – £39,826
Hours:
37.5 hours per week
Duration:
Permanent
Location:
Alder Hey Children’s Charity, Liverpool / Hybrid working
Job Purpose
We have an exciting opportunity for someone to join our grants team to support the charity in delivering approximately £5m of grant awards per year.
The Senior Grants Officer will play an active role in supporting Alder Hey Children’s Charity’s grant development and awarding process, liaising with Trust colleagues on grant applications and awards.
The post holder will work closely with fundraising teams to support donor asks and ongoing stewardship.
They will also support the Grants Manager in developing systems and processes for effective grant management, including maintaining up-to-date records on Salesforce.
Main Duties / Tasks
Grant Programme Delivery & Oversight
- Oversee application pipelines and grant status, ensuring efficient progression and escalating issues where required
- Monitor applications in development, ensuring alignment with Charity priorities and Theory of Change model
- Support small grants assessment meetings, including follow-up actions such as applicant liaison and issuing grant letters
- Respond to enquiries from grant holders, managing or escalating risks and underperformance
- Ensure fundraising teams are kept informed where external funds are attached to grants
Applicant & Stakeholder Support
- Act as a primary point of contact for grant applicants, advising on eligibility, criteria and application processes
- Build and maintain effective relationships with Trust staff, charity colleagues and external partners
- Represent the grants team in internal meetings where required
Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
- Support monitoring of KPIs, including turnaround times, ensuring performance targets are met
- Identify opportunities to improve grant processes, systems and documentation
- Share learning and best practice across the charity
Programme Development
- Contribute to the development of grant programmes aligned with Charity priorities
- Support creation and improvement of applicant guidance and programme materials
- Work collaboratively with Impact & Insights colleagues to support a one-team approach
Other Duties
- Act as an ambassador for Alder Hey Children’s Charity in line with organisational values
- Contribute positively to the wider team and support fundraising events where required
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
Essential:
- Experience in the charity, voluntary, public or philanthropic sector, ideally in a grants or programme role
- Knowledge of assessing grant or funding applications, including reviewing proposals and budgets
- Experience of administration and management processes, including record keeping, due diligence and reporting
- Experience using databases or grant management systems
- Experience managing multiple applications or projects to deadlines
- Understanding of governance and good practice in grant awarding and reporting
- Understanding of the charity and funding landscape
Desirable:
- Experience in a grant-making organisation, foundation or trust
- Experience supporting panels, committees or trustees
- Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM systems
Skills and Attributes
Essential:
- Commitment to equity, diversity and collaborative working
- Strong analytical and numerical skills
- Clear and concise written communication skills
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Self-motivated with a positive, flexible approach
- High attention to detail
- Good judgement and integrity
- Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to shared learning
- Ability to line manage and support a Grants Assistant
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and database systems
Desirable:
- Advanced Excel skills
- Experience improving grant processes or systems
- Experience building relationships with applicants and grantees
- Interest in developing grant-making practice
Additional Requirements
Essential:
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Strong interest in working for a children’s health charity
- Commitment to the values of Alder Hey Children’s Charity
- Willingness to support wider charity activities
- Willingness to occasionally work outside normal office hours
Our Values
At Alder Hey Children’s Charity, our values guide how we work. Being courageous, working together, showing passion and embracing creativity enables us to support the hospital in delivering the very best care for young patients and their families.
Courage
We try new things, take risks and innovate. We speak up, take accountability and act with responsibility.
Together
We work as one team, sharing knowledge and learning. We partner with patients, families, supporters and colleagues.
Passion
We are passionate about what we do and inspire others.
Magic
We are creative, fun and child-led, creating special moments and going the extra mile.
Additional Information
In April 2025, the charity adopted a four-day working week policy. Staff previously working 37.5 hours now work 30 hours across four days, maintaining full pay while supporting a better work-life balance.
This job description outlines the general nature of the role and is not exhaustive. It may be subject to change in line with organisational needs.
Alder Hey Children’s Charity will make reasonable adjustments where required and is committed to equal opportunities and safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.
The post holder will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Legal Project Officer
Organisation: Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA)
Duration: Four years
Location: Hybrid / London (our anchor day is in London on a Tuesday, and there are often evening meetings in London, with occasional other travel within the UK)
Reports to: Legal Officer and Director of Strategic Litigation and Advice
Annual leave: 25 days per annum, plus bank holidays and the week between Christmas and New Year off.
Salary: £31,000 to £33,000 per annum starting salary, depending on skills and experience, NB. pension is 5% of salary
Working Hours: 35 hours per week, plus 1 hour lunch break (NB. evening working is required to attend any scheduled evening meetings, which ordinarily finish no later than 7pm).
Application deadline: 11:30pm on Saturday 25 April 2026
Interviews are anticipated to be held on 14 and 15 May 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by Friday, 1 May 2026..
Applications from individuals only – no agencies. Please do not use artificial intelligence in completing your application form.
Please submit a completed ILPA application form and equalities monitoring form as a Word document or in another editable format. If an application is not submitted in this format, it will not be considered.
About the Role
The Legal Project Officer coordinates two projects which sit at the heart of ILPA’s legal policy and strategic legal coordination work.
The Legal Project Officer will work closely with the Legal Team (Legal Director and Legal Officer) to run ILPA’s Working Groups and with the Director of Strategic Litigation and Advice in a key role to coordinate strategic legal advice and litigation. The Legal Project Officer also works closely with the rest of the ILPA Secretariat, including the Chief Executive, Content and Digital Channels Manager, Training Manager, and with Trustees, ILPA and SLAC members, the SLAC Steering Committee and convenors of ILPA’s Working Groups.
You will support the organisation and running of ILPA’s thematic Working Groups, which provide a valuable forum for ILPA members to share best practice and discuss issues of current importance, assisting with agenda-setting, presenting updates, following-up on action points, answering queries, and preparing meeting summaries. The overall aim of these activities is to improve immigration, asylum and nationality law, policy and practice.
You will work with the Director of Strategic Litigation and Advice to develop partnerships with NGOs and legal professionals around the UK and to coordinate all Strategic Legal Advice Committee (SLAC) meetings. These meetings will be held online, across the UK. Each SLAC group will hold four meetings per year as well as emergency meetings where necessary. You will be responsible for the minute taking of all SLAC meetings. You will work with the Director of Strategic Litigation and Advice to set member-led meeting agendas, identify member training needs, facilitate training, update the SLAC website, and feed in to monitoring and evaluation of the project. You will be responsible for coordinating SLAC Steering Committee meetings.
About you
The position would suit a self-motivated individual who is passionate about the sector and is looking to further their career in the immigration world, through coordinating and organising these two projects at ILPA.
You may be keen to be working at the heart of the systemic changes following Brexit, recent significant legislation, including the Nationality and Borders Act 2022, Illegal Migration Act 2023, Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Act 2024, Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025, and government initiatives to “reduce net migration” such as the increased Minimum Income Requirement for family visas, the suspension of the refugee family reunion route, and earned settlement and family returns proposals.
You will have an interest in strategic litigation and how it can be used to protect and promote the rights of those discriminated against on the basis of their migration status. You will be passionate about being involved in the coordination of a unique and exciting project that brings the third and legal sectors together in developing strategic litigation.
Given the complexity of immigration, asylum and nationality law, we do not expect applicants to have expertise in every area, but an understanding of the law and excellent critical analysis skills are key. Any successful applicant will be able to attend ILPA training to further their knowledge.
Main responsibilities
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To liaise, work with, and gather evidence from ILPA and SLAC members to support advocacy and knowledge-sharing in the sector;
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To coordinate and contribute to internal and external meetings;
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To coordinate ILPA’s thematic working groups and SLAC meetings, including by attending evening meetings, agenda-setting, participating, drafting minutes/meeting summaries, and working with the Secretariat, ILPA’s thematic Working Group co-convenors, and SLAC’s Steering Committees to take forward agreed actions;
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To handle queries relevant to ILPA’s thematic Working Groups and SLAC sent by members and others where appropriate, such as by forwarding these on to relevant individuals and drafting responses;
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To manage SLAC’s Steering Committees;
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To monitor, organise, and disseminate information, communications, and updates, which will often relate to law, policy, and litigation relevant to SLAC and ILPA’s thematic Working Groups
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To assist with facilitating SLAC training events, and feed into the monitoring and evaluation.
Person Specification
Essential knowledge, experience, skills, and qualities:
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A law degree, postgraduate qualification in law, or other relevant qualification in law;
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Experience of working in or with immigration, asylum and nationality law in the UK, such as in a caseworker or paralegal role;
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Experience of building and managing effective professional relationships with a range of people, with demonstrable ability to communicate effectively in challenging situations;
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Relevant legal knowledge, skills and judgment, including:
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an ability to navigate and understand the Immigration Rules and Government guidance,
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a general understanding of UKVI processes, and
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an ability to clearly communicate legal and technical information orally and in writing;
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Excellent attention to detail;
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Excellent planning, coordination, organisational, time management, strategic problem-solving and independent working skills, including:
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an ability to take a proactive approach to independent working,
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managing workstreams effectively,
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confidently taking responsibility for tasks and decisions,
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meeting tight deadlines, and
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taking a calm and diligent approach to problem solving;
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Commitment to the principles of a non-racist, non-sexist, just, and equitable system of immigration, asylum and nationality law;
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Commitment to the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion, and taking a proactive approach to espousing these principles; and
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Commitment to be a champion of ILPA by positively encouraging your team, identifying and encouraging opportunities for growth, and celebrating success.
About the Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association
The Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA) is a charity and a professional association the majority of whose members are barristers, solicitors, advocates and IAA (previously OISC) regulated advisers practising in all aspects of immigration, asylum and nationality law. Academics, non-governmental organisations and individuals with a substantial interest in the law are also members.
Founded in 1984 by leading practitioners in the field, ILPA exists to promote and improve advice and representation in immigration, asylum and nationality law, through an extensive programme of training and disseminating information and by providing research and opinion that draw on the experiences of members. ILPA is represented on numerous government, official and non-governmental advisory groups and regularly provides evidence to parliamentary and official inquiries.
The Secretariat does not give advice to members of the public on individual cases but works closely with members to ensure that they are enabled to do their best for their clients. It runs ILPA’s busy training programme and produces a wide range of information for members and non-members.
The objectives of ILPA are:
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To promote the advising and representation of immigrants;
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To provide information to members and others on domestic and European immigration, asylum and nationality law; and
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To secure a non-racist, non-sexist, just and equitable system of immigration, asylum and nationality law practice.
ILPA is an equal opportunities employer. We acknowledge that the legal and charitable sector can be less accessible to people from minoritised or racialised communities and people from less privileged socio-economic backgrounds. We are committed to unsettling the status quo. In this role you will wear many hats and we recognise that the successful candidate may not have all the skills and experience listed in the personal specification. We welcome an application from you if you can see yourself in this role and have an appetite to gain new skills, knowledge, and experience. We encourage applications from individuals who have lived experience of the UK immigration or asylum system or of the hostile environment.
We also encourage applications from people who have previously unsuccessfully applied for roles at ILPA. We will consider each application afresh. We appreciate that individuals are always learning, growing, and adding to their knowledge and experience.
About the ILPA Team
You would be joining a small team, of around 10 team members. Under our current hybrid work policy, we have one anchor day (currently a Tuesday), in which you will be expected to work from an office setting in London, together with team members living in England and Scotland. On average, once a month, there will be a Working Group meeting in the evening that you will need to run in London. The rest of the time you will ordinarily work remotely or wherever conferences, training events, or meetings might take place.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
WORKING WITH US
The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.
We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.
As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.
To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.
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ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for a Data Protection Compliance Officer to join our central compliance team.
You will play a key role in supporting the Federation’s Data Protection Officer and the wider Central Data Protection Team. You will help ensure the organisation operates in full compliance with legal regulations, government guidelines, and best practice—making a real contribution to safeguarding data across the Federation.
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MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
In this role, you will:
- Raise data protection awareness across the Federation
- Deliver, design and coordinate focused data protection awareness training, including analysing training needs
- Manage data incidents, ensuring swift containment, thorough severity analysis and accurate reporting
- Prepare targeted data protection communications for Data Champions
- Compile Data Protection Impact Assessments and Data Sharing Agreements
- Liaise with the Supply Management Team to conduct data protection due diligence on new third-party suppliers
- Monitor completion and maintain accurate records of Federation-wide “All Staff Data Protection Awareness Training"
- Capture and report data protection risks and related mitigating actions, as directed
- Carry out data protection monitoring and reviews across the Federation’s academies
- Maintain data protection compliance records
- Provide advice and guidance on data protection enquiries to academies and Head Office staff
- Support the Data Protection Compliance Manager and Data Protection Officer on Federation-wide initiatives and projects
- Coordinate the review and quality assurance of Federation policies and key documents—sending calling notices, liaising with relevant teams, and drafting policy update communications
- Coordinate a comprehensive suite of general compliance training for Head Office and academies
- Assist the Data Protection Officer with the management of Federation risk.
- Support the creation of the Main Trust Data Protection Board report & other compliance documentation
- Provide advice and guidance on general compliance enquiries to academies and Shared Services staff
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We would like to hear from you if you have:
- A graduate-level education (or relevant experience/qualifications in lieu of a degree)
- A good working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications
- Working knowledge of the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and the Data Use & Access Act 2025, including practical implementation
- Previous experience in education management, compliance, or data protection.
- Project management experience
- Experience working in a professional, high-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent interpersonal abilities
- Excellent administrative skills and exceptional attention to detail, including proofreading
For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.
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APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION
If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.
Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.
When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.
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OUR VISION & VALUES
Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed.
We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.
Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.
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WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.
You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:
- Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression
- Annual performance and loyalty bonus
- Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution
- 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts
- Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare
- Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice
- Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
- Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts
- 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees
- Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans
For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.
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The role
As our Advice Session Supervision, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing the delivery of advice services across both office-based and community outreach settings.
You will supervise, support, and develop a team of employed advisers, volunteers, and supervisors—ensuring our services are of the highest quality and delivered in line with Citizens Advice standards.
This includes oversight of advice sessions, project coordination, case checking, and ensuring team members are up to date with training and development.
This is a key leadership role requiring strong people management skills, sound advice knowledge, and the ability to motivate and empower others. You will demonstrate a deep commitment to the aims and principles of the Citizens Advice service, with a passion for achieving the best outcomes for our clients.
To succeed in this role, you will be:
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Resilient and calm under pressure
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A strong communicator and confident decision-maker
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Flexible and proactive in a fast-paced and evolving environment
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Organised, responsive, and capable of leading others through change
You’ll also bring experience of delivering advice and working with diverse client groups.
The role will involve regular travel between our central office and community venues across the City of Doncaster, so flexibility and a willingness to work in various locations is essential.
Role profile
Team Leadership & Line Management
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Supervise and support a team of advisers and volunteers in order to provide high quality accurate advice to service users and partners
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Conduct regular supervision, appraisals, and performance reviews.
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Support with recruitment, induction, and development for advisers and supervisors.
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Promote a culture of collaboration, learning, and inclusion.
Service Delivery Oversight
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Ensure smooth delivery of generalist and specialist advice services across all channels (in-person, phone, online, outreach).
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Monitor session flow and respond to operational pressures and safeguarding issues.
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Manage rota planning and resource allocation in response to demand.
Quality & Compliance
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Oversee quality assurance and ensure advice meets Citizens Advice standards.
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Conduct case checks, Independent file reviews, and support remedial action where needed.
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Promote continuous improvement and respond to client feedback or complaints.
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Ensure supervisors, advisers and volunteers complete tasks and remedial action in a timely manner.
Technical Support & Guidance
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Act as a point of escalation for complex advice queries from supervisors, advisers and volunteers
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Ensure technical knowledge is shared and updated across the team.
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Contribute to internal training and CPD activities.
Training & Development
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Ensure all supervisors, advisers, and volunteers are up to date with mandatory and role-specific training.
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Monitor attendance at refresher events and promote a learning culture.
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Liaise with internal trainers to coordinate support and capacity building across teams.
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Ensure own training and professional development is kept up to date in line with role requirements.
Service Development & Data Monitoring
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Use data, KPIs and trends to inform improvements and plan service delivery.
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Engage with partners and stakeholders to extend service reach and impact.
Research and campaigns
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Assist with research and campaigns by providing information on clients' circumstances and current issues faced
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Provide statistical information on the number of clients and nature of cases and provide regular reports to management.
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Monitor service provision to ensure that it reaches the widest possible client group.
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Alert other staff to local and national issues and campaigns.
Person specification
Essential:
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At least 1 years’ experience supervising advice services or managing advice teams.
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Sound understanding of regulated advice delivery (e.g., debt, benefits, housing).
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Proven ability to manage people and deliver operational leadership.
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Experience conducting case checks and applying Citizens Advice quality standards.
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Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills..
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Have access to a vehicle and be willing to travel to locations across Doncaster
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An understanding of local and national issues that may affect those accessing the service provision
Desirable:
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Experience of building relationships with partners and external organisations
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Experience of working within a community setting
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Proven experience of working towards and achieving targets and running funded projects
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Experience of providing advice
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Familiarity with Citizens Advice systems and service models.
In accordance with Citizens Advice national policy we may require the successful candidate to be screened by the DBS. However, a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to your being able to take up the job.
Terms and conditions
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Full time salary £28,000 - £31,700 per annum depending on experience
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Hours - 37 hours per week with some requirement for out of usual office hours remote supervision
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A full-time post holder will be entitled to 28 days which are inclusive of the 8 normal bank holidays and 4 associated days.
What we give our staff
We’re proud to be a National Living Wage employer, committed to ensuring all our staff are paid fairly and competitively.
At Citizens Advice Doncaster Borough, we value our people and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, wellbeing, and professional growth. This includes:
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Access to the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy, sustainable travel
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Membership of the Westfield Health Cash Plan, providing money back on everyday healthcare costs such as optical, dental, and physiotherapy
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A tailored induction and ongoing training, with opportunities for continuous professional development
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A collaborative, supportive team environment with regular peer support and knowledge sharing
The option to join our pension scheme through NEST, including employer contributions to support your financial future
Join us and be part of a friendly, purpose-driven team making a real difference in people’s lives across Doncaster.
Our values
We’re inventive. We’re not afraid of trying new things and learn by getting things wrong. We question every idea to make it better and we change when things aren’t working.
We’re generous. We work together, sharing knowledge and experience to solve problems. We tell it like it is and respect everyone.
We’re responsible. We do what we say we’ll do and keep our promises. We remember that we work for a charity and use our resources effectively.
3 things you should know about us
1. We’re local and we’re national. We have 6 national offices and offer direct support to people in around 300 independent local Citizens Advice services across England and Wales.
2. We’re here for everyone. Our advice helps people solve problems and our advocacy helps fix problems in society. Whatever the problem, we won’t turn people away.
3. We’re listened to - and we make a difference. Our trusted brand and the quality of our research mean we make a real impact on behalf of the people who rely on us.
How Citizens Advice Doncaster Borough works
We are an independent charity governed by our trustee board, and operating from 3 main offices, plus outreaches, across the borough of Doncaster. Our Chief Executive is James Woods.
We are a forward-looking and expanding organisation with a team of paid and volunteer advisers and admin staff. Our team works across all our offices to deliver high quality generalist advice and casework in debt and benefits – and clients have access to our services through drop-in, appointment, telephone, email and web chat.
We are committed to Citizens Advice aims, principles and policies and equality and diversity standards are embedded throughout our organisation. It is essential that all our clients have an equal opportunity to access our services and all our staff work hard to put this into practice.
Overview of Citizens Advice
The Citizens Advice service is made up of Citizens Advice - the national charity - and a network of around 300 local Citizens Advice members.
This role sits our network of independent charities, delivering services from
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over 600 local Citizens Advice outlets
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over 1,800 community centres, GPs’ surgeries and prisons
They do this with:
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6,500 local staff
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over 23,000 trained volunteers
BGCI Vacancy Announcement
Position Summary
Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) is seeking to appoint a Membership Information Management Officer who will play a key role in the delivery of the Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) 2025-2030 Strategic Framework and membership programme, supporting member engagement, data and information management, and utilisation of the BGCI global information systems. This role ensures the accuracy and integration of member and garden data across CRM systems, supports conservation services for members, staff and internal projects and contributes to the wider success of the BGCI global network.
The Membership Information Management Officer requires a strong blend of information management, CRM administration, data and information analysis, and member engagement skills, combined with the ability to work in a global conservation organisation.
Title of post: Membership Information Management Officer
Job Purpose: Provides information management to support the membership programme
Reports to: Head of Membership and Conservation Services
Contract Type: Full-time (35hrs/week)
Duration: 3-year contract
Location: BGCI Offices, Kew, London; Hybrid *
Remuneration: Officer F2 grade, recruitment range £27,500 - £30,000.
*Please note that our temporary office address in 2026 is in Putney, London
About BGCI
Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) is the largest global plant conservation network with over 950 member institutions in more than 120 countries. BGCI plays a key coordinating role, facilitating collaboration between botanic gardens and other conservation organisations, and supports the development and long-term functioning of botanic garden networks. BGCI ensures that local expertise contributes to global impact and mobilises funding and technical assistance for practical conservation efforts worldwide.
Person Specification
BGCI is seeking to appoint a detail-oriented information management professional with experience supporting membership, donor, or partnership programmes within a conservation, scientific, or not-for-profit environment.
Application Process
If you are interested in this role, please send us your CV and a cover letter (two pages maximum), explaining your motivation for the role and providing examples and evidence of how you are suitable for the position. Please also confirm in your letter that you are eligible to work in the UK.
Please note that the role is UK based so you must be eligible to work in the UK. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role. Please confirm in your cover letter that you are eligible to work in the UK. Please send your CV and cover letter to
Closing date for applications is 27th April 2026
The interviews will be conducted online in the week commencing 1st June 2026
We also ask all applicants to complete a short Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form - please click on this link BGCI Equality and Diversity Monitoring Form – Fill in form
BGCI is committed to putting equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our organisation. We are committed to ensuring a working environment in which all individuals are free from discrimination and in which opportunities are equal to all. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly those underrepresented within our secto
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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The Compliance Officer will safeguard the charity by contributing to robust internal governance and compliance processes, supporting risk identification and management processes and being mindful of relevant legislation and regulation. This role will be able to interpret regulatory guidance and make suggestions for changes to internal processes, including but not limited to guidance published by the Charity Commission for England and Wales and the Information Commissioner’s Office.
Through the development and utilisation of new and existing processes, you will provide assurance to the charity’s leadership teams that the organisation operates in line with statutory obligations, internal policies and procedures and recognised best practice standards.
This role will co-ordinate and support the development, implementation, and regular review of policies and procedures that underpin strong internal controls and transparent decision-making. Responsible for supporting colleagues with identification, assessment, and monitoring of incidents and operational risks, helping to record proportionate controls and review periods to protect all stakeholders. In doing so, you will promote a culture of accountability, ethical conduct, and continuous improvement across the charity.
This role focuses on the processes that support operational day-to-day governance and compliance, as opposed to overarching governance which falls to the responsibility of the CEO, supported by the Board Secretary/ Executive Assistance role.
Working closely with the Finance and Operations Manager, Quality Assurance Manager and external Data Protection Officer to ensure a co-ordinated and streamlined approach to governance, compliance and risk across the whole organisation.
This role is not responsible for:
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Acting as Board Secretary
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Strategic decision making
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Providing legal advice
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Acting as the Data Protection Officer
You Will Bring:
A strong understanding of internal governance frameworks, ability to implement and coordinate risk management principles and processes and a strong understanding of regulatory compliance. You will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, and the confidence to ensure processes are applied across the organisation. With strong analytical and problem-solving skills, you will proactively help others to identify risk and implement and record effective mitigations and controls. You will be able to implement processes which support continuous learning and improvement of policies and procedures. You will work closely with others who have a responsibility for compliance, quality measures and risk identification processes ensuring seamless working across departments.
You will also bring excellent written and spoken communication and have strong interpersonal skills, which enable you to deliver training to others and to foster a culture of integrity around compliance. You will build trusted relationships across the organisation while maintaining independence and objectivity in your own role, having the confidence to speak up if change is needed or processes and practice needs to change.
We’re looking for someone who is highly organised with attention to detail and is able to work collaboratively with a focus on operational delivery.
How to apply
Please upload your CV and supporting cover letter outlining why you’re interested in the role. Please take your time to explain how your experience is relevant to this post.
Closing date: 9am Monday 6th April 2026
Interviews:
First stage virtual: w/c 13th April 2026
Second stage in-person (Leeds): w/c 20th April 2026
For more information, please refer to the attached recruitment pack.
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We’re recruiting a highly organised, IT‑proficient Admin & Triage Officer to support our fast‑paced Single Point of Access.This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working at pace, solving problems and supporting colleagues and residents with confidence.
While you will be employed by BVSC, your day-to-day role will sit within One Bexley working closely with the consortium partners and Local Authority.This role will act as the single point of contact for all enquiries, referrals and information requests into the consortium.
The role requires excellent organisational skills, strong multitasking ability and high-level IT competence (particularly in excel) and managing shared systems such as SharePoint and CRM databases. You will play a crucial role in triaging referrals, managing the shared inbox and phone line, supporting data processes, producing information updates and supporting the wider team with administrative coordination.
If you’re calm, efficient and great with people, this could be the role for you.
At Bexley Voluntary Services Council (BVSC), we’re passionate about strengthening our local voluntary and community sector to make a real difference.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Position: Senior Legacy Development Officer
Hours: Full-time (35 hours a week)
Contract: Permanent
Location: Office-based in London with flexibility to work remotely
Salary: Starting from £33,044 per annum, plus excellent benefits
Salary Band and Job Family: Band 2, Charity Job Family
You will start at the entry point salary of £33,044 per annum, increasing to £35,109 after 6 months service and satisfactory performance and to £37,174 after 12 months service and satisfactory performance
About us
We make sure people living with MS are at the centre of everything we do. And it’s this commitment that unites us across the UK.
Our strategy is based on what people affected by MS have told us is important to them. It gives us a clear and determined focus.
Our work is based on the hopes and aspirations of our MS community. Together we campaign at all levels, fund ground-breaking research and provide award winning support and information.
Our people are our greatest asset and the key to our success. We offer a vibrant, progressive working environment where you'll be able to make a difference.
About this job
Gifts in wills fund nearly half of the MS Society’s work - and we need a senior legacy officer to help deliver our ambitious plans to grow this vital income stream.
In this key role, you’ll lead the delivery of legacy marketing campaigns across digital, direct mail and other channels, create compelling content to inspire gifts in wills, and take charge of in-person events to engage supporters and pledgers. You’ll also manage relationships with external partners and suppliers, ensuring every activity reflects professionalism and empathy.
We’re looking for someone with experience of gifts in wills fundraising who can confidently lead projects, communicate effectively, and bring creativity to campaign delivery. If you’re motivated by making a difference and want to play a leading part in funding life-changing research and support for people affected by MS, apply now and help us create a future free from MS.
Closing date for applications: 9:00am on Monday 13 April 2026
Interested?
PLEASE PRESS THE 'HOW TO APPLY' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Equal Opportunities
We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and or from ethnic minority backgrounds.
We’d be grateful if you downloaded and completed the equality and diversity monitoring form and submit it with your application.
Disability Confident Employer
We’re a Disability Confident Employer and we’re committed to promoting equality and diversity.
You can ask for reasonable adjustments as part of both our recruitment and new starter on-boarding processes.
If you need any help or adjustments to apply for this role, please contact us. You can also ask for the application materials to be sent to you in a different format. Such as for them to be sent to you by email or in a larger word format.
More about our employee benefits:
We have a wide range of employee benefits including (but not limited to):
Encouraging work life balance
- 38 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays), pro-rata for part-time
- More annual leave entitlement, based on length of employment
- Smart working options (with the opportunity to work remotely and find a smart working pattern that suits both you and us)
- Flexible working options
Caring for you and your family
- Generous sick pay entitlement
- More sick pay entitlement, based on length of employment
- Opportunity to buy and sell annual leave in each calendar year
- Free access to a GP virtually 24 hours a day/7 days a week allowing you unlimited advice, reassurance and where appropriate diagnosis
- Enhanced leave for new parents
- Free access to a confidential 24 hours a day/7 days a week helpline service for both you and your family with a specialist range of support and information
- Special leave options (such as up to 5 days paid leave for domestic or personal emergencies a year)
- 10 days paid disability leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- 10 days paid carers’ leave a year, pro-rata for part-time
- Cycle to work scheme
- Death in service scheme
- New family-friendly benefits, including paid leave:
- In the event of miscarriage or still birth
- To support fertility treatments
- For antenatal appointments for both parents
Thinking about your finances
- Enhanced salary sacrifice pension scheme
- Discounted season ticket loan and interest-free emergency loans
- Give as you earn to support other charities of your choice before tax
- New employee portal including lifestyle savings vouchers and personal wellbeing
Enriching your life at work
- Personalised development plans with a wide range of training courses and opportunities to source additional training options with your line manager
- Yearly internal apprenticeship opportunities
- New, modern offices that embrace working together both in-person and remotely
- Various opportunities to influence how we internally operate (including surveys, and focus and committee groups)
- Active and supportive internal employee networking groups for collaboration and peer support
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering for MS Society activities during normal working hours (such as fundraising events, or campaigning in the local community)
- 2 days paid leave a year for volunteering with other charities during normal
Safeguarding
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services and we come into contact with.
This is regardless of Gender, Race, Disability, Sexual orientation, Religion or belief, Pregnancy, Gender reassignment.
We recognise our particular responsibility to make sure vulnerable adults and children are protected.
We have measures in place to protect everyone we come into contact with from abuse and maltreatment of all kinds.
Your right to work in the UK
You must have the right to work in the UK to work in paid employment with us. You’ll need to share documents showing you’re eligible to work in the UK if we offer you employment.
You can find the UK visas and permits granting you the right to work in the UK on the UK Government website. We currently don’t have a Sponsor Licence agreement with the Home Office and aren’t able to support you with your visa applications.
No agencies please.
To fund world-leading research, share the latest information and campaign for everyone's rights. Together we are a community. Together we can stop MS
Regenerate is looking to recruit a highly organised, efficient and focused Grants fundraiser & Information Manager. Regenerate is 100% self-funded through fundraising endeavours, and so as Grants Manager you will be an integral part of our operations. The role is all about thinking creatively and securing funding through applications to Trusts and Grant giving bodies.
Regenerate is a youth charity established to work with young people who live on housing estates in Roehampton and Putney and the surrounding areas.
Regenerate inspires and supports young people by building strong, lasting relationships and creating life-changing opportunities; helping them grow in confidence, make the best of their lives and impact the world for good.
Regenerate does this through 3 key services: Youth and Community, Mentoring and Coaching, and Employment through our social enterprise The Feel Good Bakery.
The Grants Manager position requires someone with an attention to detail and ability to prioritise and multitask effectively. It requires an ability to think creatively and efficiently deliver applications and reports, keeping to strict deadlines. In addition, you may be required to support our other areas of fundraising.
To do this, you must be able to understand the impact of Regenerate’s work and creatively demonstrate its worth to a variety of current and potential stakeholders. You must also be able to accurately keep records and ensure data on applications, reports and other fundraising sources is well managed. In addition, you may be required to support the other areas of fundraising.
Please read through the attached job pack for the full perks, role, and person specification. To apply, please complete an online application form linked above.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: Faith and Communities Engagement Officer (Westminster)
Hours: 35 per week (full time)
Location: Home working with regular travel across Westminster to faith and community venues in the borough
Contract: Fixed term (until September 2027)
Salary: £40,535 per annum
About us
Housing Justice brings together communities and finds solutions to homelessness by building personal connections, a sense of belonging, and creating justice in the housing system. We train and support volunteers to offer various accommodation options while building a network of local support. This includes providing personalised assistance to help individuals access relevant local services and address their other needs. Through compassionate, courageous, and collaborative action, we implement innovative solutions to tackle housing injustice, enhance the quality of housing, and elevate the voices and experiences of groups affected by housing injustice to both local and national governments.
About you
We are looking for someone with a depth of knowledge and experience of the faith and community homelessness sector (existing connections within Westminster would be a benefit). The successful applicant will feel confident to speak to anyone and will proactively seek out opportunities to build partnerships and promote and develop the existing work of the homelessness sector in Westminster.
About the role
The Faith and Communities Engagement Officer role is designed to enhance and strengthen the infrastructure of homelessness services across Westminster by mobilising and supporting faith and community-based initiatives and groups. The intention is to facilitate effective partnerships with statutory and voluntary sector services and promote sustainable, community-led responses to homelessness and rough sleeping.
Key responsibilities will include engagement and partnership development, capacity building and support, infrastructure and sustainability and advocacy. The role will play a vital part in bridging gaps between grassroots faith and community initiatives and formal homelessness systems, ensuring coordinated and compassionate support for those experiencing homelessness and rough sleeping.
Benefits
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29 days annual leave, 3 of which are fixed between Christmas and New Year. This is in addition to bank holidays and pro-rata if part time.
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After 3 years of service you are entitled to one additional day of holiday for each additional year of service, up to a maximum of 5 additional days, pro-rata if part time.
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We offer flexible working. Not all posts can be made flexible, but where possible we operate core hours of 10 – 3pm, with employees able to flex their working day around these. Any flexibility is at the discretion of the line manager and relevant senior manager.
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As this role is offered as Home Working, we will provide some financial support to get you set up with appropriate equipment.
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We offer an employee assistance programme through Spectrum Life, which can be used by you and your family for a range of advice and support.
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We offer a cycle-to-work scheme.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are seeking a forward‑thinking leader with a track record in changing organisations that have a good and loyal team in place with a commitment to our mission and values, and the imagination to explore new ways of meeting local needs. A track record of fundraising in the charity sector is needed. Whether you come with a background from the advice sector, the wider charity world, or another relevant field, if you have the vision and drive to steer CAEW into the future, we would love to hear from you.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
At Birmingham Hospice, our teams are united by a shared purpose: to improve the quality of life for people living with life-limiting conditions, and to support their families and loved ones during some of the most challenging times they will ever face.
We’re now looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join our Finance team. You will provide an effective management service to budget holders, senior managers and our executive directors and in turn help strengthen and shape the way we support our people.
If you’re a financial expert who is confident to provide complex financial and business advice to managers and budget holders across the Hospice whilst dealing with every-day challenges, we’d love to hear from you.
As the Senior Management Accountant, you will:
- Maintain up-to-date, accurate and appropriate accounting records for the Hospice, produced in accordance with the Hospice procedures and timetable
- Help to lead and manage a small team
- Provide comprehensive financial and business advice to one or more directorates
- Monitor budget performance and suggest service improvements
- Prepare and complete statutory business information returns and/ or income and expenditure accounts in accordance with monthly and annual timetables making sure the date is complete and accurate
- Contribute towards the production of the annual plan and budget setting
You’ll partner with dedicated areas of the hospice, building strong relationships quickly and offer solid financial advice and solutions.
If this sounds like you, we’d be delighted to receive your application.
What We’re Looking For:
· CCAB qualified or equivalent or qualified by experience
· Good leadership skills to motivate and manage the team
· Substantial accountancy experience within commercial, charitable or public sector environment with understanding of relevant financial regulation
· Ability to make decisions by analysing financial information and in turn set priorities and achieve goals
· Experience of producing accurate forecasts, generating savings and ensuring cash flow
· Ability to work with complex data and produce detailed reports with recommendations
What we offer in return:
· The opportunity to be part of an amazing growing charity
· Competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement
· Wellbeing programmes, Reward Gateway retail discounts & financial tools
· The opportunity to develop and grow your financial career within the charity sector
We believe that anyone with a terminal diagnosis deserves to live well and make the very most of the time that remains.


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