Information and advice worker jobs
About the role:
Dennis Handfield House is a 39-bed service within the Camden adult pathway, supporting men and women with multiple and complex needs. We’re recruiting Project Workers to join a skilled, multidisciplinary team including Complex Needs Workers, a Specialist Worker, Day Concierge, Night Team, and access to a Work and Learning Worker and Psychotherapist shared across SHP. Together, the team creates a supportive, purposeful environment where people are given the time, consistency and respect needed to move forward.
As a Project Worker, you’ll be a steady and trusted presence for people navigating mental and physical health challenges, substance use and experiences of the criminal justice system. You’ll hold a caseload, build meaningful relationships and deliver strengths-based, psychologically informed support that helps people sustain accommodation, access services and develop the confidence and skills to shape their own next steps. Your work will sit at the heart of the service, turning plans into progress and potential into real change.
This role is for someone who shows up with compassion, grit and belief in people’s potential, even on the hardest days. You’ll be trusted to use your judgement, work creatively and contribute your voice within a team that values learning and collaboration. In return, you’ll gain rich professional experience, clear development opportunities and the chance to be part of work that truly matters, preventing homelessness and supporting lasting change, right at the heart of it.
About you:
- A good understanding of substance use is essential and an awareness of harm minimisation strategies and an understanding of a Strengths and Recovery model is desirable; a good understanding of the Cycle of Change.
- An understanding of the principles of risk and needs assessment, planning, goal setting, and reviewing.
- The sensitivity and flexibility to find ways to work with clients who may have a low level of engagement with the service.
- A level of numeracy, literacy and comprehension to do welfare benefit, rent and petty cash calculations, write letters, and analyse and extrapolate from written information.
About Us:
We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.
In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up.
We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own.
Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable.
We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.
Important Info:
Closing Date: Sunday 22nd February at midnight
Interview Date: Monday 2nd March online via Microsoft Teams
Please note shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a short psychometric test before being confirmed for interview.
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications requiring sponsorship or with insufficient right to work will not be accepted or progressed.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.



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A chance to showcase your talents and make a real difference. An opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our health team working at the Bristol Royal Infirmary providing advice, information and guidance to adults who care for others who can’t manage without their help - Carers.
Our Hospital Carer Liaison Workers work at both the BRI and Southmead Hospitals supporting carers when the person they care for goes into hospital, making sure the carers voice is heard and their needs are supported, including during discharge planning. This involves working closely with, and liaising across clinical, Nursing and multidisciplinary staff and departments. We also work with hospital staff to improve their knowledge and experience of supporting carers, through development work and training.
We are looking for a dynamic and creative individual with proven experience in:
• Information and advice work, including providing support and advocacy to individuals.
• working with individuals needing emotional and practical support.
• working in or with a health or social care environment.
• Experience of working in partnership with other organisations.
• Able to work independently managing a caseload.
There’s lots more we could tell you, but why not apply and come and see for yourself.
Closing date for applications by the 11th of March 2026 @ 12 noon. Interviews on the 26th of March 2026.
Attachments (available from our website are)
• Introduction
• Job Description & Person Spec.
• Impact report
• Application form
• Equal Opportunities form
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About the role:
At the heart of Camden’s response to street homelessness, the Rough Sleeping Outreach & Hub Service works across streets, transport hubs and a central support hub to ensure that no one is left facing rough sleeping alone. This is an integrated, borough-wide service focused on early engagement, reducing harm and supporting people to move away from the streets towards safety, accommodation and longer-term stability.
As an Outreach Worker, you’ll be a consistent and trusted presence for people sleeping rough or at risk of rough sleeping. Working flexibly across street outreach and hub-based support on a rota basis, you’ll build meaningful relationships, carry out trauma-aware assessments and coordinate practical support that helps people take their next steps.
You’ll work within a 'No Wrong Door' approach, supporting people wherever and however they engage. That might mean meeting someone early in the morning on outreach, supporting them to access the hub later that day, or working alongside partners to remove barriers that have kept them excluded in the past.
This is a role with variety, challenge and real impact. You’ll respond to complex situations, manage risk thoughtfully, and support people through moments of crisis and change. The work can be unpredictable and includes early, late and weekend shifts as part of a 7-day rota – but you won’t be doing it alone. You’ll be supported through reflective practice, supervision and training, as part of a skilled, compassionate and determined team.
If you’re motivated by persistence, partnership and meaningful outcomes, this is a chance to grow your skills while helping others move forward with dignity and hope.
About you:
- You’re motivated by helping people move away from harm and towards stability. You understand that progress isn’t always linear, and you bring patience, persistence and empathy to your work.
- You use a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach and can stay calm and professional when situations are complex. You balance compassion with clear boundaries and use your judgement to manage risk and safeguarding effectively.
- You work well in a fast-moving environment. You can manage competing priorities, work independently in the community and keep clear, accurate records that support continuity and accountability.
- You value partnership and collaboration. You’re confident working alongside housing, health, substance use and community safety services to deliver joined-up support and meaningful outcomes.
- You’re flexible and reliable, and comfortable working across a rota that includes early and late shifts, evenings and weekends. You’re open to working both on outreach and within a hub setting, adapting to service need while keeping people at the centre of what you do.
About us:
We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.
In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up.
We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own.
Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable.
We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.
Important info:
Applications will be reviewed as they are received with suitable candidates being progressed to testing and interview on an adhoc basis. Therefore, please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the advert when suitable candidates are identified.
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check (processed by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note: Applications requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed. Applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.



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Following a successful application to the Henry Smith Foundation we are seeking a passionate, committed and flexible Support Worker (35 hours per week) to join our team to support young people and families, primarily focusing on LGBTQ+ young people but working with the wider team to ensure all young people and families are supported.
The main aims of the post are to ensure:
- The charity delivers quality information, advice, guidance and advocacy services which improve outcomes for LGBTQ+ young people in Calderdale & Kirklees.
- LGBTQ+ young people who face additional access barriers are reached and given the opportunity to engage with the service, reducing their isolation and loneliness.
- LGBTQ+ young people have emotionally healthy relationships with their family, friends and intimate partners.
The above would be achieved through group work, youth groups, parent and family groups, 121 work, attending professional meetings such as Team Around The Family and Child In Need meetings, mediating between families and schools, networking, stand events such as Pride’s and Freshers events, offsite activities and family support sessions.
This is a service user and public facing role. The successful candidate will be expected to attend sessions, meetings and events across in Calderdale & Kirklees
The right candidate will have:
- JNC Level 3 Youth and Community Work qualification or a willingness to undertake training. We welcome applicants with equivalent qualifications and experience in relevant sectors inclusive of child care, teaching, social work, nursing etc (or due to complete 2026 - 2027).
- A minimum 12-months experience of working with children, young people aged 25 and under and/or families
- An ability to assess needs and involve young people in identifying appropriate self-action plans
- Knowledge and understanding of the impact of Homophobia, Biphobia and transphobia on LGBTQ+ young people
- A flexible approach to work and willingness to work some evenings and weekends
- A full clean driving license and access to a car
What you'd get from us:
- Training and development opportunities
- A generous annual leave entitlement, 31 day per year plus bank holidays
- 6% pension contribution
- Life Assurance at three-times salary rate
- An employee health plan, helping with the costs of dental, optical treatments etc
- Access to staff counselling
- Perkbox Employee Benefits - 1000+ deals and discounts
- Travel expenses
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Earn between £26,510.82 – 27,836.36
- Pay award pending
Why you'd work for us:
- So you can use your skills and passion to influence change and improve outcomes for some of the most stigmatised and marginalised people in Calderdale & Kirklees
- Gain experience, build your transferable skills and learn new ones
- Be part of an amazing, committed team challenging stigma, bias, and inequalities
The Brunswick Centre offers services and projects to various communities in Calderdale and Kirklees.



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As Youth Worker you will use your experience of working with children and young people to:
- Work alongside the Youth Coordinator to develop and deliver an agreed project plan that meets the requirements of funders and local team priorities, in line with Diabetes UK processes and policies.
- Support young people and volunteers to understand and grow their strengths and skills, empowering them to take action, support others and make change happen.
- Continuously improve our impact and engagement with young people and the diabetes community, identifying opportunities to share learning and good practice across teams.
- Work with colleagues to grow and enhance our engagement with young people, creating opportunities for long term relationships and involvement of young people in the wider work of the charity.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our Vacancy
Senior Support Worker – Young People’s Supported Housing
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people?
We’re looking for a proactive, inspiring Senior Support Worker to lead and support a team of Housing Support Workers at an Ofsted-registered scheme in Berkhamsted. These services provide accommodation and trauma-informed support to young people aged 16–25 with complex needs, helping them build independence and move towards long-term housing.
About the role:
In this role, you’ll lead by example - supporting and motivating your team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. You’ll ensure safeguarding and risk management are prioritised, oversee personalised support plans, and promote a culture of trust and emotional safety. You’ll also facilitate one-to-ones, team meetings, and training sessions, while working closely with partner agencies to ensure the best outcomes for young people.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and supporting a team working across 7-day shifts, including weekends.
- Ensuring trauma-informed, person-centred support plans are in place and regularly reviewed.
- Responding promptly to safeguarding concerns and liaising with external agencies.
- Supporting young people to develop life skills and prepare for independent living.
- Promoting a positive, collaborative team culture.
About you:
- Experience working with vulnerable teenagers/ young adults aged 16–25.
- Proven ability to lead or supervise a team in a 24/7 support environment.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed care.
- A Level 3 qualification in social care, youth work, or housing (or willingness to work towards it).
- Excellent communication, empathy, and resilience.
Why Join Us?
When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values – Be Kind, Do The Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.
We offer:
- 25 days’ annual leave.
- Flexible benefits package – including healthcare, dental, and lifestyle discounts.
- 4x life assurance and up to 10% pension contribution.
- Professional development, including funded apprenticeships.
- Two paid volunteering days each year.
- Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture.
Please read before applying:
We are unable to provide visa sponsorship, so you must have the right to work in the UK.
As part of your application, we’ll ask you to answer a few questions to help us understand your suitability for the role, including one focused on our values.
The successful applicant for this position will have to take part in an on-call rota.
Closing date 17 February 2026
Interviews will be held in person, on-site on 02/03/26 and 03/03/26.
If this sounds like the right role for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you.
Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
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Our Vacancy
As a Support Worker for the Young People’s Services at Peabody, you will play a vital role in helping young people live independently and thrive within their communities. This is a meaningful and rewarding position where you will support individuals who may be socially excluded, disabled, unwell, young mothers or homeless. Your work will directly contribute to their wellbeing, independence, and inclusion, ensuring they are empowered to lead fulfilling lives. You will be part of a team that values human rights, dignity, and respect, and you’ll be instrumental in helping young people overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
What you'll do
In this role, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support to young people in supported housing. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include conducting needs and risk assessments, developing and reviewing support plans, and offering practical assistance with daily living skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and managing finances. You will work closely with each individual to help them build confidence, develop life skills, and work towards their personal goals. You’ll also support them in accessing community resources, sustaining their housing, and exploring future housing options. Your role will involve liaising with external agencies, attending team meetings and training, and ensuring accurate record-keeping. You’ll be a key part of a collaborative team, committed to safeguarding, promoting equality, and delivering excellent service in line with Peabody’s values and policies.
What you'll need
- Experience supporting vulnerable people in the community or a supported living environment, either professionally or through volunteering.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people and external partners
- A compassionate, empathetic approach with a genuine desire to make a difference in people’s lives
- Confidence to work independently (including lone working) and collaboratively as part of a team
- Good IT literacy, including the use of Microsoft Office and data entry system.
- A driving licence and your own vehicle, as this role will involve some travelling between schemes.
Why join us?
When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.
What You’ll Get
- 25 days’ annual leave
- Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and discounts.
- 4x Life Assurance and up to 10% pension contribution.
- Professional development, including funded apprenticeships.
- Two paid volunteering days each year.
- Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture.
Please read before applying
This is a full-time, onsite role, and you’ll need to be available to work five days a week, including weekends and bank holidays. Shifts may include early mornings and evenings, so flexibility is key.
We’re reviewing applications as they come in, so you might hear from us before the closing date, keep an eye on your inbox and your phone!
Important Information
This role requires an enhanced DBS check.
The successful candidate will have a full and clean driving licence as well as their own vehicle as the role does involve working across two services, which will require driving.
Please read before applying:
Closing date 23 February 2026
The Interviews for this role will take place on 02/03/26 and 04/03/26, in person in Hitchin.
Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Colleagues who are at risk of redundancy need to state this on their application as they will be given priority consideration above other applicants.
Please note, if you are currently on legacy Aldwyck or legacy Catalyst Terms & Conditions, and are successful in your application, you will automatically be transferred to the new Peabody Terms & Conditions.
Additionally, if you move to a Peabody role on a secondment basis, your Terms & Conditions will not change.
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Join Peabody’s Hackney Mental Health Services as a Mental Health Support Worker and make a real difference. You’ll provide high-quality support to people with a history of serious mental illness, helping them live independently and thrive.
What you’ll do
Work collaboratively with customers to promote recovery, build life skills, and support access to housing, income, and wellbeing. You’ll deliver person-centred, trauma-informed care and help customers achieve their goals.
What you’ll bring
- A genuine passion for delivering excellent customer service.
- Kindness, empathy, and an appreciation for diversity.
- Experience in support planning and risk assessment.
- Understanding of mental health best practices and safeguarding.
- Confidence working with people who have a Dual Diagnosis – those who have a mental health condition and a substance use disorder at the same time.
- Knowledge and experience of the Recovery Model and Trauma-Informed Care.
This role will require an enhanced DBS check.
Why Join Us?
When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.
What We Offer
- 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays
- Two additional paid volunteering days each year
- Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal
- 4 x salary life assurance
- Up to 10% pension contribution
Please read before applying:
- You must have the right to work in the UK, we are unable to provide sponsorship.
- We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you. Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
Closing date: 24th February 2026 at midnight.
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Our Vacancy
Join Us as a Housing Support Worker – Make a Real Difference in Young Lives.
At Peabody, we’re passionate about creating opportunities for young people to thrive. We’re looking for a Housing Support Worker who is kind, proactive, and ready to support young people aged 16–25, including care leavers, on their journey to independence.This is not a care role. It’s a practical and emotional support position, helping young people build life skills, access housing, and feel empowered to shape their future.
What You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you’ll support young people to develop the skills they need for independent living, including navigating housing options, managing benefits, and budgeting. You’ll help create a safe, non-judgmental environment where they feel empowered and respected. By bringing your own passions, whether in music, art, sports, or other interests, you’ll enrich the community and build meaningful connections. You’ll also work closely with colleagues and external partners to ensure each young person receives the right support at the right time.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Connects easily with young people, especially those who’ve faced trauma, mental health challenges, or substance misuse.
- Is creative and confident in engaging young people, whether through music, sports, art, or other interests.
- Can work independently and as part of a team, managing a caseload and supporting residents with budgeting, benefits, and housing options.
- Has strong communication and IT skills, and ideally some knowledge of safeguarding, support plans, or key working.
- Brings transferable experience from youth work, education, housing, or similar sectors.
Why join us?
When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together.
We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.
What You’ll Get
- Up to 25 days’ annual leave.
- Flexible benefits including healthcare, dental, and discounts.
- 4x Life Assurance and up to 10% pension contribution.
- Professional development, including funded apprenticeships.
- Two paid volunteering days each year.
- Family-friendly policies and a supportive team culture.
Please read before applying:
This is a full-time, onsite role, and you’ll need to be available to work five days a week, including weekends and bank holidays. Shifts may include early mornings and evenings, so flexibility is key.
We’ll be reviewing applications and holding interviews on a rolling weekly basis, so please keep an eye on your inbox and phone - our team will be in touch to get you booked in!
If this sounds like the right fit for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, apply today by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
Please note: Peabody is not a licensed UK sponsor, so we’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you.
Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.
Closing date 20 February 2026
Age UK Westminster is delighted to offer a new role within our successful Information and Advice Team, with a focus on supporting Westminster residents from Global Majorities, gaining skills and knowledge to develop your career in I&A.
The successful applicant will benefit from working within an experienced and friendly team. Full training, including completion of Level 3 Information and Advice certification, will be provided. If you are fluent in one of the following languages, Arabic, Somali or Bengali, and would like to work with us to enable our team to better support non-English speaking Westminster older residents to access our Information and advice service, this could be the role for you.
This is a real opportunity to build a career in Information and Advice. Join us to make a real difference to the older residents of Westminster.
Closing Date: 30th April
Please specify which language you can speak in addition to English (Arabic, Somali or Bengali).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Age UK Bromley & Greenwich is an independent local charity supporting older people across both boroughs. We work to enable, support and connect older people, promote independence and wellbeing and ensure their voices are heard.
We are looking for an Information & Advice Triage Worker to be the first point of contact for older people, carers and their families seeking support.
About the role
This role is central to our Information & Advice service. You will provide high-quality initial information and guidance, assess urgency and risk, and ensure people are directed quickly and appropriately to advice services, support services or partner organisations.
You will often be the first person someone speaks to, so a calm, empathetic and professional approach is essential.
Key responsibilities
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Act as the first point of contact for enquiries, mainly by telephone, with some face-to-face and email contact
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Provide accurate information on issues affecting older people including benefits, housing, care, health and local services
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Carry out structured triage to identify needs, priorities and risks
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Manage expectations clearly and sensitively
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Identify safeguarding concerns and follow organisational procedures
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Make timely referrals to internal services and external partners
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Maintain clear professional boundaries while offering a warm, person-centred response
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Record all contacts accurately and promptly on the organisation’s CRM system
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Maintain clear, concise and professional case notes
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Ensure confidentiality, consent and data protection requirements are met
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Work closely with advisers, service coordinators and partner agencies
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Take part in team meetings, supervision and training
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Keep knowledge up to date on welfare benefits, services and local provision
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Promote Age UK Bromley & Greenwich services positively and professionally
About you
Essential
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Experience in frontline information, advice, triage or high-volume customer contact work
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Confidence handling calls from people who may be distressed, anxious or frustrated
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Strong listening and questioning skills
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Ability to assess urgency and risk and take appropriate action
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Clear verbal and written communication skills
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Experience using a CRM or case management system
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Good general IT skills including email and Microsoft applications
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Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and professional boundaries
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Awareness of issues affecting older people and carers
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Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
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Empathy, patience and a non-judgemental approach
Desirable
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Experience in the voluntary sector or health and social care
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Knowledge of welfare benefits, housing or adult social care
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Experience of face-to-face advice or reception-based work
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Knowledge of local services in Bromley or Greenwich
What we offer
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27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata), including two days over Christmas
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Pension scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contributions
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Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support
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Supportive team environment with training and development opportunities
If you want to play a vital role in helping older people feel heard, supported and confident accessing the right help, we would love to hear from you.
We're a local charity working in the community to support older people, their families and carers. We want everyone to be able to love later life.



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Purpose of Job
To deliver a high-quality service to and facilitate opportunities for individuals with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus and their families/carers through Shine membership.To empower and enable members living with the conditions to lead healthy and happy lives through greater independence, better condition management and by creating links to the Shine community across England.
SHINE has over 15,000 members with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus. This post will bring a real focus to the Essex, Suffolk & Norfolk area and will be an exciting opportunity to engage with members and develop and deliver the services we offer.
We work with members of all ages from our Little Stars aged between 0 – 12, young people are members of our FIRE project and we have established adult support. Working alongside our multi skilled, established team, you will be supporting members across all age groups and building on the great foundations already in place.
The role is home based but you will be required to attend clinic at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge on the first Friday of every month. You may also be required to cover other clinics, events in London and meet members one to one where necessary within your allocated area of Essex, Suffolk & Norfolk and occasionally across wider areas and nationally including meetings at our head office in Peterborough.
Shine will offer you:
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A competitive salary of £28,471 (pro-rata for part-time hours)
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Regular working hours, and no shift work (some very occasional weekends or evenings)
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3% pension contribution
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25 days holiday plus bank holidays + additional discretionary leave between Christmas and New Year (pro-rata for part-time hours)
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Additional annual leave due to length of service
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Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
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Broadband allowance
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Life insurance after 12 months’ employment
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Access to our Employee Support Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
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Support to learn and develop
How to apply
Please see the full Job Description & Person Specification below and on our website.
Shine is a Disability Confident employer and will offer guaranteed interviews if a disabled applicant meets the minimum criteria for the job.
If you would like to discuss the role, please contact Sarah Carrier, England Services Manager to arrange a convenient time for a call.
To apply please submit your CV and supporting statement, which should outline your interest and explain how you meet the role criteria.
We understand that you may wish to use AI tools to help you with some aspects of your application but we do expect tailored applications which are personalised to your experiences and not generic applications which are completely AI generated. We encourage candidates to be transparent about AI usage in their applications.
*Please note applications without a supporting statement will not be accepted*
Closing date: Wednesday 25th February 2026 at 11pm
Interviews: Friday 6th March 2026
Please note: we reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date, therefore we encourage applications as soon as possible.
Providing specialist advice and support for spina bifida and hydrocephalus



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Job Title: Refuge Worker
Location: Lambeth, London
Salary: £28,857.12 per annum, Inclusive of London Weighting, which may not be applicable depending on your home location and any agreed permanent homeworking arrangement
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (As part of this role, you will be required to participate in an out-of-hours on call Rota).
We are looking for a Refuge Worker to work within our culturally specific refuge to provide specialist, high-quality support to women and children escaping domestic abuse. Based in Lambeth, London, this role involves delivering practical and emotional support to survivors, ensuring their safety, and helping them rebuild their lives. Working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, you will create a safe and welcoming environment in line with Refuge’s values and commitment to ending violence against women and girls.
As a Refuge Worker, you will support women through crisis, providing keywork sessions, safety planning, and advocacy. You will assist with accessing housing, welfare, legal support, and other essential services while maintaining accurate case records. You will also play a vital role in ensuring the effective operation of the refuge, managing referrals, and working collaboratively with partner agencies. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and resilient individual with strong communication and organisational skills. While experience in the Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) sector is beneficial, we also welcome applications from those with transferable skills and a commitment to supporting survivors. Above all, we value individuals who are dedicated to making a difference, thrive in an inclusive environment, and are committed to their own personal development while supporting others.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause while developing valuable frontline support and advocacy experience. Refuge offers ongoing training, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring that our staff are valued and supported in their roles. If you are passionate about empowering survivors and want to be part of a dedicated, compassionate organisation, we encourage you to apply.
Closing Date: 09:00am 27 February 2026
Interview Date: 12 and 13 March 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
About the role:
At the heart of Camden’s response to street homelessness, the Rough Sleepers Hub Assessment Centre at 165 King’s Cross Road offers people a safe, supportive place to begin their journey away from the streets. With 16 beds and a short-stay model focused on planned moves within 28 days, this service is about momentum, opportunity and change. As a Project Worker, you’ll play a central role in helping people take their next steps towards secure and sustainable housing.
Working in a psychologically informed and trauma-aware environment, you’ll lead a caseload and carry out meaningful assessments that place each person’s experiences, strengths and goals at the centre. You’ll develop personalised support plans, respond thoughtfully to complex situations, and offer practical, hands-on support - from daily living tasks and wellbeing, to housing pathways, training and employment opportunities. You’ll work closely with partners including Connect Forward, In Roads and Camden Routes off the Streets to deliver joined-up, holistic support that makes a real difference.
This is a role with variety, purpose and impact. You’ll be part of a service that supports people at a critical moment of transition, while being supported yourself through reflective practice, ongoing training and clear development pathways. If you’re motivated by change, collaboration and meaningful outcomes, this is a chance to grow your skills while helping others move forward with confidence and hope.
About you:
- You’re driven by helping people move forward. You know how to support someone to set goals, navigate change and stay steady when situations feel tough, responding calmly and thoughtfully when it matters most.
- You bring a trauma-informed, strengths-based mindset to everything you do. You understand professional boundaries and lead with respect, curiosity and a non-judgemental approach.
- You thrive in a busy, fast-moving environment. You manage your time well, take initiative and keep standards high, even when priorities shift and decisions need to happen quickly.
- You believe in the power of partnership. You’re confident working alongside other professionals and services, pulling people together to create joined-up support and real outcomes.
- You’re flexible, reliable and ready to step in when needed. You’re comfortable working across a rota that includes early and late shifts, some evenings and weekends, and you can support people to build financial stability through income maximisation and practical guidance.
About us:
We’re London’s leading homelessness charity – and we get things done.
In a city where hundreds are forced into homelessness every day, our work has never been more needed or more challenging. And we’re not shying away. We’re rolling up our sleeves to make change and helping over 10,000 Londoners every year. We prevent homelessness, provide safe places to live and give people the opportunity to rebuild their lives and transform their futures. And we never give up.
We’re here for Londoners wherever they are on their journey. We start with trust, building relationships that help people feel safe, supported, and ready to move forward. Every day, we put people first in everything we do, challenging injustice and barriers that keep people from the safety, stability and opportunity they deserve. We stand alongside people as they rebuild and shape a future that feels their own.
Joining Single Homeless Project means joining a team that’s bold, compassionate and determined to do better for the people we support and for each other. You’ll work alongside colleagues with lived experience, in a space that’s trans-inclusive, disability-friendly, and actively striving to be anti-oppressive and equitable.
We’re not perfect, but we’re real. We listen. We learn. And we push forward, together. Because this isn’t just a job. It’s a chance to lead with empathy, spark change, and help build a London where no one is left behind.
Important info:
Closing Date: Sunday 22nd February at midnight
Interview date: Thursday 5th March online via Microsoft Teams
Please note shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a short psychometric test before being confirmed for interview.
This post will require an Enhanced DBS check to be processed (by SHP) for the successful applicant.
Please note applications are reviewed for AI use in application questions. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be accepted for this role. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be accepted or progressed.
Preventing homelessness, transforming lives.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Location: Camden Refuges/Frances House (with some travel across other locations in London)
Salary: £32,319 - £34,538 per annum
(Please note that applicants are usually appointed at the bottom of the relevant band)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Until 30th June 2026)
Closing Date: Wednesday 25th February 2026
Closing Time: 00:00am
Are you looking for a rewarding role working for an intersectional feminist organisation? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join our team as an Specialist Refuge Worker at Solace Women's Aid.
You will be joining a team of committed and inspiring individuals whose dedication has saved the lives of thousands of women, men and children in the capital. We are looking for friendly and diligent individuals to join our services and help us make a difference.
Our core values reflect our history and were developed in consultation with staff and service users. Feminism and intersectionality are key to our work and we are committed to the principles of being survivor-led, trauma-informed, empowering, diverse, anti-racist and anti-discriminatory.
About the Service
Frances House is a specialist refuge accommodating 8 women affected by VAWG and multiple disadvantages. The house is staffed 24/7 and all work with residents is trauma informed.
About the Role
This role offers a great opportunity for those looking to deepen their experience supporting survivors with more complex needs. Due to the specialist nature of the work and this role, you will hold a caseload of four Key Clients, allowing you to provide focused and compassionate support.
This is an established role at Frances House. Specialist Refuge Workers work in shifts, 8am – 4pm and 1pm - 9pm (rotating alternative weeks, including some weekend shifts).
About You
Ideal candidates will have experience of working intensively with service users in an accommodation setting and be adept at risk and needs assessment and support planning.
You will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the intersection between domestic abuse and multiple disadvantages, a developed understanding of how this can make it difficult for women to engage with support, and an ability to reflect on your own practice.
What we can offer you
We provide a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees, including:
- Flexible working
- Focus on learning and development (internal career progression and training)
- Generous holiday entitlement
- Employer pension contribution
- Family-friendly leave and enhanced maternity pay
- Access to Inclusion Networks
- Daily clinical debriefing
- Employee Assistance Programme providing free 24/7 support and advice
- Employee Benefits Platform offering staff discounts, benefits and savings
- Flow & Restore yoga classes
- Meditation sessions
- Cycle to Work Scheme
How to apply
When applying for this role, kindly highlight in your Supporting Statement how your values, knowledge, transferrable skills, and experience align with each point within the following sections of the Job Profile Document:
- Values, Behaviours & Competencies
- Knowledge, Experience and Skills
Solace Women's Aid values diversity, promotes equity, and challenges discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, abilities, perspectives, and lived experiences. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay, and benefits. Our Inclusion Networks support staff with protected characteristics and offer inclusive spaces to connect.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as needed and support employees who acquire a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
This service is run by women for women and is therefore restricted to female applicants under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, and Part 1. Section 7(2) e of the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 apply. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
As part of safer recruitment practices, we carry out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and right to work in the UK checks.
No agencies.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


