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About The Advocacy Project
We help people speak up and make decisions about their health, wellbeing and social care. We’re here to make sure people who are vulnerable because of their circumstance can understand their rights, make effective choices about their lives and voice their concerns.
Some of the ways we do this include:
- advocacy services that make sure people can express their wishes when decisions are being made about their care or wellbeing
- user involvement projects that help organisations improve what they offer by listening to people who use their services
- local Healthwatch services, which act as health and social care champions for the areas they serve and give people a direct channel to share their feedback
- innovative Personal Health Budget projects that allow people to access items and services to improve their wellbeing.
Our services are independent, confidential, and free to those receiving them. Together, our teams are standing up for essential rights and supporting people to have a say on the issues that matter to them.
About the role
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Independent Advocate to join our team on a zero-hours contract. This role involves providing high-quality advocacy support across various disciplines, ensuring individuals have a voice in decisions that affect their lives.
You will work with people in hospitals, care homes, their own homes, and within the community, supporting them to understand their rights and choices. The role requires travel across London.
Under the Health and Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will be required to visit CQC registered care homes and would be subject to government requirements.
Key responsibilities
î Provide independent advocacy under the Care Act 2014, supporting individuals to understand and exercise their rights.
î Act as an Independent Mental Capacity Advocate (IMCA), representing individuals who lack capacity to make specific decisions.
î Undertake the role of a Relevant Person’s Representative (RPR) under the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).
î Support individuals through Rule 1.2 advocacy, ensuring their views are represented in court proceedings.
î Provide Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA) for individuals detained under the Mental Health Act.
î Work directly with clients, ensuring their wishes and needs are heard and respected.
î Maintain accurate records and adhere to relevant policies, procedures, and legislation.
General responsibilities
î Participate in team meetings and training.
î Participate in personal, team and organisational development.
î Contribute to monitoring reports.
î Keep to our policies, including health & safety, and risk regulations.
î Work to our mission, vision, and values.
î Carry out other projects and tasks as needed.
Person specification
We welcome applications from people with transferrable skills and qualities, and people with diverse employment histories and personal backgrounds.
Essential qualities and attributes:
î Willingness to travel across London for client visits
î Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload
î Strong commitment to upholding individuals’ rights
î Understanding of the role and responsibilities of an advocate.
î Understanding of issues faced by people with mental health conditions, physical health conditions and learning disabilities.
î Ability to listen and build trust, to encourage people to express their own views and to represent clients’ self-defined interests.
î Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal). Good at working with a wide variety of people including commissioners, service users and colleagues.
î IT literate, including working knowledge of Microsoft packages (Excel, Word, Outlook).
î Commitment to working within The Advocacy Project code of conduct, equality and safeguarding policies.
î Ability to work as part of a team and on your own initiative, to plan and prioritise your own workload.
î Willingness to promote The Advocacy Project and its services in line with our mission, vision and values.
î Commitment to ongoing professional development.
î Willingness and ability to travel across all London boroughs and surrounding areas as required by the service.
î Ability to undertake occasional journeys outside London, which may involve travel times of up to 2–3 hours each way.
î Flexible approach to working hours and locations.
î Ability to work independently and manage travel arrangements effectively.
Desirable knowledge, experience and qualifications:
î Experience of delivering different forms of advocacy (instructed and non-instructed; IMHA, ICAA, IMCA, IHCA,) within a statutory advocacy service.
î Knowledge of the Mental Health Act / Mental Capacity Act / Care Act/DolS and other statutory legislation as it applies to advocacy.
î Knowledge of mental health sections and social care services, including current issues in policy and practice.
î Experience working with vulnerable individuals in a health or social care setting
î Understanding of the Accessible Information Standard.
Benefits of working for us
We’re committed to providing an empowering, flexible and supportive working environment for all our staff.
Our employee benefits include 30 days annual leave (including up to 3 days between Christmas and New Year), participation in a pension scheme with 6% employer contribution, access to a free confidential counselling service, and an interest-free travel/bike loan.
All our staff are supported to learn and develop in a variety of ways, including a monthly lecture series where we invite sector experts to talk to our staff on topical issues.
We are a Disability Confident and Mindful Employer.
We help people speak up and make decisions about their health, wellbeing and social care.



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Join SmellTaste and lead the development of the charity’s involvement in research, shaping how lived experience of those affected by smell and taste impairment is integrated in research projects. As Research Development and Engagement Manager, you will lead engagement with researchers, our patient community, and external partners to develop and support new research collaborations. This includes leading the Public and Patient Involvement activity for a 12-month National Institute of Health Research-funded Programme Development Grant, the ICAST Programme: Improving Care for patients with Smell & Taste Disorders, and undertaking planning work for the prospective Programme Grant which is expected to follow this.
This post is funded for 2 days (15 hours) per week for an initial 12-month period, with the potential for the contract to be extended and for it to become a full-time role subject to further funding being secured.
You will be joining a small, friendly and ambitious team that will support your professional development as part of the charity’s ongoing growth.
If you are passionate about making a difference to an underserved patient community and want to be part of a pioneering and collaborative organisation that values and empowers the people it represents then we would love to hear from you. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
Application instructions:
Please apply by providing both a CV and a covering letter which clearly states how you meet all the points in the Personal Specification.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the SmellTaste contribution to a 12-month National Institute of Health Research-funded Programme Development Grant, led by Prof Carl Philpott at the University of East Anglia (the ICAST Programme: Improving Care for patients with Smell & Taste Disorders).
- Develop a Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) strategy for the above project, including evaluation of impact and dissemination
- Manage a PPI panel for the NIHR project, organise PPIE meetings and ensure participants and panel members are remunerated for activity.
- Develop a detailed, costed delivery plan for the national survey element of the planned Programme Grant which is expected to follow on from the Programme Development Grant, including marketing and publicity, recruitment and dissemination.
- Work with the charity’s CEO and honorary Director of Research and Medical Affairs to develop a research strategy for the charity that aligns with the research priorities identified in the James Lind Alliance Priority Setting Partnership for Smell and Taste Disorders.
- Work with the charity’s CEO, honorary Director of Research and Medical Affairs and external researchers to identify opportunities for new collaborative research opportunities.
- Develop funding applications for research projects.
- Oversee all of the charity’s collaborative research activity, including PPIE activity.
- Evaluate and report on the impact of research projects, ensuring inclusivity and ethical standards.
Personal specification
- Degree (or equivalent experience) in biological sciences or a related field
- Experience leading or supporting public and patient involvement and engagement initiatives in research
- Experience leading or supporting involvement in research
- Experience of writing grant applications
- Ability to communicate and interpret complex scientific research clearly
- Experience working with diverse and underrepresented communities
- Confident relationship builder with researchers and other external stakeholders
- Excellent organisational skills, including strong project management skills
Hours: Part-time, 15 hours per week
Salary: £40,000, pro-rata
Holiday allowance: 25 days pro-rata, plus bank holidays
Location: Home working. Some travel will be required to attend in-person meetings and events
Interviews expected to be held during the week commencing 22nd June.
SmellTaste is the charity for all those living with impaired smell and taste.


The role
As Head of Flourishing Programmes, you will lead the strategic and operational delivery and expansion of our growing suite of values-led professional learning programmes: Flourishing Leaders, Flourishing Teachers, Flourishing ECTs (in partnership with UCL), and Leaders Like Us. These programmes are designed to support the flourishing of educators at every stage of their journey, with a strong emphasis on inclusion, vocation, and leadership development. You will oversee a dedicated team and work closely with internal colleagues, delivery partners, and national collaborators to ensure these programmes are impactful, inclusive, and sector-leading. This role requires a visionary and relational leader who can manage complexity, inspire excellence, and drive continuous improvement across the programmes.
Strategic Leadership and Quality Assurance
- Provide strategic oversight of the Flourishing Programmes, including 'Leaders Like Us', ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and the Church of England Vision for Education.
- Lead the development and implementation of robust quality assurance processes to ensure excellence in delivery and readiness for external evaluation.
- Use data, evaluation, and research to drive continuous improvement and innovation across all programmes.
Team Leadership and People Management
- Line manage team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
- Support the development of a high-performing team through coaching, mentoring, and clear performance expectations.
- Champion a values-led leadership culture that reflects the ethos of the National Society for Education and wider Church of England.
Programme Delivery and Operational Oversight
- Oversee the full participant journey across all Flourishing Programmes, including recruitment, onboarding, retention, and completion.
- Ensure effective systems and processes are in place to support delivery, including digital platforms, communications, and participant support.
- Ensure all contractual elements of the UCL partnership are met in a timely and accurate manner, including KPI reporting and compliance.
- Ensure Flourishing ECTE programme is ready for UCL monitoring, Ofsted or other external evaluations.
- Lead on the resolution of complex operational issues, including participant transfers, deferrals, and reasonable adjustments.
Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Working
- Work closely with delivery partners, including UCL, and MAT/Diocesan networks, to ensure effective communication, training, and support.
- Build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders across the education sector, including dioceses, MATs, and other national providers.
- Drive growth and programme engagement/recruitment across regional areas by developing strong, strategic relationships with schools, trusts, and diocesan networks.
- Represent the Flourishing Programmes on the national stage as an ambassador for our work, contributing to sector-wide conversations, networks, and events.
- Work collaboratively with the leadership team and the Partnerships and Engagement Team to strategically strengthen, streamline, and equip our Delivery Partner network - ensuring consistency across programmes, a unified voice and building capacity to drive increasing participant demand.
Collaborative Leadership
- Collaborate closely with the Head of Curriculum and Enablement and Head of NPQ Programmes as part of the Professional Learning Senior Leadership Team, reporting to the Head of Professional Learning.
- Contribute to the development of a holistic and coherent professional learning offer that reflects the organisation's values and meets the needs of leaders across the system.
- Ensure alignment and collaboration across all programme areas, supporting shared priorities, resource allocation, and cross-team innovation.
The Church of England’s vocation is and always has been to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ afresh in each generation to the people of England.



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Purpose of the role
In 2027 we will host our prestigious Global Congress. Held every four years, Congress convenes eminent leaders invested in global consumer rights and empowerment. This includes the heads of the leading consumer advocacy organisations, ministers and senior government representatives, leaders in civil society, executives at top businesses, prominent academics, and visionaries from philanthropic and international institutions.
Congress is critical to the mission of Consumers International. It is crucial for our governance, as the basis for our General Assembly, where our Membership elects the governing Council of Consumers International. Around this procedural milestone, we structure a participatory, diverse and unique programme that is designed to build and advance the future of consumer rights advocacy worldwide. Our last Congress brought together over 600 participants, including more than 100 at C-suite level, and was a platform for releasing new insight and announcing major partnerships. It featured over 30 interactive sessions taking place over three days in person and online, with extremely high satisfaction and feedback ratings from participants.
To drive forward our planning and delivery for our next Congress in 2027, we are looking for an exceptional Lead, Flagship Events. This person will be the organisational lynchpin for Congress, working directly with our Leadership Team at Consumers International to produce and execute a clear event plan according to ambitious milestones and key performance indicators.
The Lead will project manage and mobilise the wider Consumers International team to deliver the 2027 Congress, building a relationship with the host government and playing an essential part in producing a dynamic event that excites and inspires attendees. The Lead will bring strong leadership, coordination and project management skills to the role. They will have best-in-class relationship building and negotiation skills, experience dealing with senior stakeholders, and will have delivered major impactful events in the past.
This is a fantastic opportunity to produce a unique and significant event for the global consumers rights movement. For a taster of our past summits see our 2023 Congress (Kenya) and 2019 Summit (Portugal).
Key Responsibilities
Project Management
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Develop and drive delivery of a comprehensive Congress project plan with clear milestones, dependencies and performance indicators
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Lead execution of the project plan, ensuring and mobilising the team to exert discipline against deadlines, priorities and organisational goals
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Manage the Congress budget, including oversight of host government allocations and financial reporting
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Co-ordinate the wider Consumers International team around Congress delivery, ensuring clear ownership, accountability and decision-making across workstreams
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Monitor and report on progress against key milestones, risks, participant targets and budget performance, escalating where needed
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Lead post-event evaluation and debrief, capturing insights and recommendations to strengthen future flagship events
Relationship management and negotiation
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Manage a strong and trusted relationship with the host government, ensuring effective coordination and resolution of issues that arise
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Lead negotiations and relationships with venues, suppliers and delivery partners to secure high-quality delivery within budget
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Build and support leadership at Consumers International to establish trusted relationships with senior stakeholders participating in Congress, including across government, Members, sponsors, speakers and strategic partners
Event logistics and delivery
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Lead planning and oversight of major logistical components of Congress, including venue, accommodation, transport, catering, accessibility and interpretation to support a seamless participant experience
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Lead onsite event management, troubleshooting and issue resolution during Congress delivery
Event systems and governance
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Oversee the implementation of systems and processes required for successful Congress delivery, including registration and reporting
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Coordinate planning for the General Assembly and governance components of Congress, this includes supporting senior management at Consumers International to coordinate on voting processes, member participation and associated systems
Participant experience and organisational leadership
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Lead Congress planning discussions across the organisation, mobilising the team and ensuring strong communication, coordination and momentum across teams
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Help shape a dynamic, participatory, safe and inspiring Congress experience that reflects Consumers International’s ambition and global leadership
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Work closely with Leadership Team to support delivery of a high-profile global event with significant reputational and strategic importance, including through the delivery of an impactful programme
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Carry out additional responsibilities related to Congress delivery and organisational priorities as required
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We are confident in our identity as a Christian human rights organisation that works for freedom of religion or belief for all people, no matter what religion or belief they may hold.
Our latest internal pulse survey illustrates that CSW is a great place to work: 100% of staff are proud to work for CSW; 100% say CSW allows them to make a positive difference, and while there is always room for improvement, we couldn’t be prouder of our efforts to curate a healthy culture at CSW where every individual feels valued and championed.
The Role
This is a rare opportunity to be on the front line of human rights research and advocacy, joining a specialist organisation with a long track record in promoting the right to freedom of religion or belief (FoRB).
You will undertake research, investigations, monitoring, report-writing and advocacy on freedom of religion and human rights in Asia. You will develop a good relationship with stakeholders and ensure effective and creative ways to advance the research and advocacy on Asia.
Key responsibilities (full responsibilities listed in the application pack):
- To plan, organise and undertake research, monitoring and reporting on freedom of religion or belief and related human rights issues in the Asia region, through regular fact-finding assignments when and where security conditions allow, briefings with key stakeholders and the development of reliable in-country and external partnerships and collaboration.
- To produce materials, including general and thematic briefings and in-depth reports, documenting and analysing the situation of freedom of religion or belief and human rights in Asia, as well as advocacy recommendations.
- To develop and implement, with oversight from the Asia Team Leader, a practical, effective and innovative advocacy strategy for Asia, taking into account global geopolitics.
- To undertake awareness raising initiatives and advocacy focused on local (when possible), regional and international levels, and in consultation with the Asia Team Leader, work with CSW’s External Affairs Team to inform advocacy initiatives in the UK, EU, US, the United Nations, and with other governments and forums.
- To organise, as appropriate, advocacy visits for delegations in relation to the Asia region.
The Person
A committed Christian with a university degree and a strong commitment to human rights and justice, you will be fluent in written and spoken English and Chinese (Manderin), have excellent communication and organisational skills, and the ability to take the initiative and to work well under pressure.
Essential criteria (full criteria listed in the application pack):
· Knowledge and experience of the Asia region.
· Good understanding of the human rights situation in Asia.
· In-depth knowledge and experience of issues relating to freedom of religion or belief in the Asia region.
· Proven research skills, and good understanding of basic methodologies for human rights research.
· Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
CSW Benefits
We offer flexible working, your birthday off, pension with 6% employer contribution.
Closing date for full applications: Noon (12pm GMT) Wednesday 10 June 2026.
Interviews: Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interview on Wednesday 17 June 2026 AM or Thursday 18 June 2026. The interviews will take place online.
This post falls within the definition of an Occupational Requirement as per the Equality Act 2010.
CSW's team of specialist advocates work on over 20 countries to ensure that the right to freedom of religion or belief is upheld and protected.
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Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it.
Contract: 12months fixed term – parental leave cover
Hours: 21 hours per week
Location: Based in Crisis Skylight Croydon, 12 Surrey Street, CR0 1RG
About the role
As a Coach in the Structured Coaching Team, you will be the lead worker for people who engage well with the service and are able to work with you to develop and follow a personalised plan to end their homelessness. You will work collaboratively across departments to support Crisis' mission to end homelessness by delivering services that are person-centred, sensitive and responsive to the diverse needs of Crisis Members. You will understand and promote the importance of evidencing our impact in preventing and ending homelessness. Also evidencing the barriers faced by members to directly inform our Policy and Campaigns strategies, using the Crisis Member Achievement and Progression System (MAPS) and case management standards.
About you
You will as part of the Crisis team, make and maintain collaborative, consistent relationships with our members, staff, volunteers and other organisations.
You will have:
- Knowledge of relevant sector, e.g., housing, homelessness, and welfare legislation.
- An understanding of psychologically informed approaches when working with people who have experienced complex trauma and marginalised individuals.
- Effectively manage your own workload, including a varied caseload, with excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage conflicting priorities, exercise judgment under pressure and balance competing demands.
- An understanding of the importance of protecting an individual’s personal and sensitive data when working with someone’s information.
- Excellent communication skills, spoken and written, including the ability to promote Crisis’ services to a wide variety of audiences.
- Knowledge and experience of safeguarding and commitment to act in compliance with safeguarding policy and procedures.
Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply.
We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities and backgrounds.
Working at Crisis
Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness.
Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We’ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness.
As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including:
- A competitive salary. Please note, our salaries are fixed to counter inequity, and we do not negotiate at offer stage
- Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy
- Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5%
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay.
- Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly And more! (Full list of benefits available on website)
Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career.
When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation.
How do I apply?
Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications.
Closing date: Sunday 31st May 2026
Interviews will be held on Monday 15th June 2026 at Crisis Skylight Croydon, 12 Surrey Street, CR0 1RG
AI in Job Applications
We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences.
Accessibility
We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help.
Registered Charity Numbers: E&W1082947, SC040094
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Healthwatch Richmond are the independent champion for people who use health and social care services. We’re here to make sure that those running services, put people at the heart of health and social care services and to help people to find the information they need.
Our purpose is to understand the needs, experiences and concerns of people who use health and social care services and to speak out on their behalf to ensure that they meet the needs of our community.
You’ll see work through from start to finish; designing and undertaking projects, analysing results, writing reports and promoting the outcomes and impact.
You will undertake projects using surveys, interviews, focus groups and visits to gather the views and experiences of people who use NHS and social care. With this data you will produce evidenced reports with recommendations for how services could or should improve. Our work is challenging and constantly evolving so the ability to pick-up new skills and approaches, adapt ones and find pragmatic solutions is essential.
Our work is dynamic and constantly evolving so the ability to pick-up new skills and approaches, adapt and find pragmatic solutions is essential. As part of a small team you will be involved in many aspects of the organisation.
Induction, support and training will be provided in line with the candidate’s needs.
Our mission: To understand people’s experiences and use these experiences to ensure that everyone in Richmond can get the health and care they need.

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Join Disability Law Service and help empower Deaf and Disabled people to access justice. Support our vital work by delivering specialist welfare benefits advice and training to help Deaf and Disabled people secure the support they're entitled to.
About Disability Law Service
Disability Law Service (DLS) is a Deaf and Disabled Peoples Organisation providing free legal advice and representation to Deaf and Disabled people across England and Wales. We work to promote equality, inclusion, and access to justice through high-quality legal advice, welfare benefits support, and systems change work. Our work is grounded in the social model of disability and is focused on tackling discrimination and structural barriers faced by Deaf and Disabled people.
Purpose of the role
To provide specialist welfare benefits advice and training to Deaf and Disabled people and organisations, supporting access to entitlements and improved outcomes.
Overview
You will deliver welfare benefits advice via our helpline and outreach work, alongside providing training to voluntary and community organisations. You will also contribute to service development and collaborative team working within our Social Welfare Law team.
Key responsibilities
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Provide welfare benefits advice via a dedicated helpline
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Support clients to understand entitlements and next steps
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Deliver welfare benefits training to external organisations
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Maintain accurate case records and reporting systems
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Contribute to service development and digital advice delivery
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Work collaboratively within the team
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of welfare benefits law and policy
What we offer
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Opportunities to develop expertise in welfare benefits and financial resilience, and contribute to a varied and dynamic workload
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A supportive and inclusive working environment within a committed and experienced team
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A varied role where your work directly supports access to justice for Deaf and Disabled people.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We welcome applications from everyone and are particularly keen to support Deaf and Disabled people to join and develop within our organisation. We are a flexible employer committed to creating an inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive.
To apply
To apply, please upload your CV and a supporting cover letter (up to 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role via CharityJob. Please make sure you have read the job description and person specification fully before applying for the role.
Our mission is to provide free legal advice to Deaf and Disabled people to ensure that they have access to their rights and justice.
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Join Disability Law Service and help empower Deaf and Disabled people to access justice. Support our vital work by deleivering specialist housing legal advice and training.
About Disability Law Service
Disability Law Service (DLS) is a Deaf and Disabled Peoples Organisation providing free legal advice and representation to Deaf and Disabled people across England and Wales. We work to promote equality, inclusion, and access to justice through high-quality legal advice, welfare benefits support, and systems change work. Our work is grounded in the social model of disability and is focused on tackling discrimination and structural barriers faced by Deaf and Disabled people.
Purpose of the role
To provide specialist housing law advice, casework, representation, and training to Deaf and Disabled people and organisations, supporting access to justice and systemic change.
Overview
You will deliver housing law advice via our dedicated housing helpline, undertake casework and representation where appropriate, and deliver training to external organisations. You will also contribute to policy work and wider systems change activity.
Key responsibilities
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Provide housing law advice and casework, including representation
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Deliver advice via our Housing helpline and partnership sessions
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Undertake Legal Aid casework and ensure compliance with regulatory standards
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Deliver housing law training to external organisations
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Maintain accurate case management and billing records
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Contribute to policy and systems change work
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Support service development and internal collaboration
What we offer
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Opportunities to develop experience across multiple areas of law and contribute to a diverse range of projects
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A supportive and inclusive working environment within a committed and experienced team
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A varied role where your work directly supports access to justice for Deaf and Disabled people
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We welcome applications from everyone and are particularly keen to support Deaf and Disabled people to join and develop within our organisation. We are a flexible employer committed to creating an inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive.
To apply
To apply, please upload your CV and a supporting cover letter (up to 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role via CharityJob. Please make sure you have read the job description and person specification fully before applying for the role.
Our mission is to provide free legal advice to Deaf and Disabled people to ensure that they have access to their rights and justice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
JOB PURPOSE
The People and Learning Manager supports the delivery and ongoing development of the organisation’s Learning & Development (L&D) approach, combining practical delivery with scope to shape and improve learning initiatives.
Working closely with the Head of People Services, the postholder will design, deliver and evaluate inclusive and impactful learning programmes that build organisational capability, support leadership development, and enhance the experience of both employees and volunteers. This role also oversees training administration for staff and volunteers, ensuring that all learning activities are well-coordinated, effectively promoted and accurately recorded to support meaningful reporting and continuous improvement.
Alongside this, the role will contribute to the wider People agenda by embedding learning and development into core HR practices by supporting managers through coaching, contributing to employee relations matters with a developmental lens, and supporting people projects. The role works collaboratively with the People Services team to ensure a consistent and joined-up approach to people development and practices across the organisation.
MAIN DUTIES
Learning and Development (Staff and Volunteers)
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Design, deliver, and continuously improve the organisation’s L&D offer for staff and volunteers, aligned with organisational priorities and plans.
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Design and deliver practical training and guidance to managers on effective people management, building capability across the organisation.
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Identify learning needs and develop solutions, including designing and facilitating programmes, workshops, and learning resources.
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Deliver core learning programmes, including management and leadership development, and contribute to organisation-wide learning activity.
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Design, deliver, and evaluate volunteer training programmes, ensuring volunteers have the skills, knowledge, and confidence to carry out their roles.
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Develop and embed initiatives such as mentoring, coaching, shadowing, and career development pathways.
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Manage and develop the organisation’s e-learning platform and learning resources, including supporting rollout and use of the HR system learning module to improve access, tracking, and impact.
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Ensure learning activity is effectively administered, communicated, and promoted across the organisation.
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Work closely with the People Services team and stakeholders to identify capability needs and deliver effective learning solutions, engaging external providers where appropriate.
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Support induction and onboarding for staff and volunteers, alongside wider workforce development (including apprenticeships, internships, and volunteer programmes).
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Monitor and evaluate learning activity using feedback and data to drive continuous improvement.
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Ensure all learning activity is inclusive, accessible, and aligned with EDI principles, supporting organisational values and behaviours.
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Maintain L&D policies, processes, and resources in line with best practice, using research and insight to enhance the L&D offer.
Wider People Responsibilities (Capability and L&D focused):
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Using broader HR expertise to support and advise on employee relations activity, identifying opportunities for upskilling and enabling early intervention.
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Contribute to HR policies and processes, ensuring they are supported by clear learning and guidance.
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Support key people processes (e.g. performance reviews), ensuring they are consistent and development-focused.
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Use people data and insights to identify capability gaps and inform targeted learning interventions.
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Work with the wider People Services team to embed learning into organisational change, new systems, and policy updates.
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Contribute to engagement initiatives and wider People projects to build organisational capability and performance.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
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Work in conjunction with your Line Manager, to support the ongoing development of the role, ensuring responsibilities remain appropriate to the needs of The Passage.
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To attend internal and external meetings, training events and briefings as required.
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To participate in regular supervision and annual appraisals, identifying job-related development and training needs.
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To ensure all The Passage policies and procedures are adhered to, particularly those relating to Health and Safety, Code of Practice and Confidentiality.
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To promote and uphold The Passage’s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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To undertake the role in a professional manner, working in accordance with the aims, values and ethos of The Passage.
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Undertake any other duties that may be required which are commensurate with the role.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
The person specification sets out the essential abilities and qualities that will be used in the selection criteria for this post.When completing your application form, please address criteria E1 to E6, K1 to K3 and S1 to S6 demonstrating your experience and knowledge, giving evidence of your experience and abilities.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE
E1 Proven success of designing, developing and delivering inclusive and engaging training resources and interventions, both face-to-face and virtually.
E2 Experience working with a range of internal and external stakeholders, building effective relationships and responding to organisational needs.
E3 Proven experience sourcing learning and development providers and solutions
E4 Experience using data and reporting to evaluate learning activity and inform improvements.
E5 Experience coaching and advising managers on HR policies, processes, and people management practices from a learning and development perspective.
E6 Experience supporting organisational change initiatives, using learning interventions to enable effective implementation.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE
K1 Strong understanding of learning and development principles, including different approaches to designing engaging and effective learning.
K2 Strong understanding of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and digital learning tools.
K3 Sound knowledge of learning theory, instructional design and best practices in learning & development.
DESIRED SKILS
S1 Ability to build excellent working relationships at all levels.
S2 Strong facilitation, presentation and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences.
S3 Demonstrable ability to evaluate learning interventions, including producing and interpreting metrics and reports.
S4 Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
S5 Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office and HR / learning systems.
S6 Ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
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A new permanent opportunity is now available to join a team in South London for a residential recovery charity as their Recovery Programme Deputy.
The role:
As Recovery Programme Deputy you will line manage three practitioners, providing regular supervision and support to staff across multiple sites in South London. You will support volunteers, peer mentors and befrienders. Support the Programme Manager with the day-to-day running of the recovery service. Ensure safe, structured and effective service delivery. Build supportive and professional relationships with residents. Provide key working support, helping residents identify and achieve their goals. Support the induction of new residents, ensuring a welcoming and structured onboarding experience.
Essential criteria
- Experience working with individuals with complex needs (e.g. addiction, offending, homelessness, probation, criminal justice system).
- Demonstrable track record supervising or supporting staff in a similar setting.
- Experience delivering structured support, recovery programmes, or key working.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, risk management, and supported housing.
- Experience supporting individuals towards independent living.
Closing date: 29th May
If this sounds like the role for you, then we would love to hear back. We are reviewing CVs as and when we are receiving them so, if you are keen to apply, then please do so today!
TPP are always keen to speak with candidates looking to work in the sector so if this role isn’t quite right for you, please do check out our website www.tpp.co.uk and pop your CV over to us!
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
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Join South West London Law Centres as our new Communications Officer and help tell the stories of people facing housing insecurity, debt, poverty, immigration issues and injustice across south-west London. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled communicator who wants to use their writing, creativity and digital skills to make a genuine social impact.
You will help shape how we communicate with clients, communities, funders, supporters and partner organisations through website content, social media, newsletters, impact reporting, fundraising communications and client stories. We are looking for someone who can turn complex social and legal issues into clear, engaging and accessible content while working sensitively and ethically with lived experience and community voices.
SWLLC supports thousands of people every year through specialist legal advice and representation. We are ambitious about growing our profile, strengthening community engagement and showing the real-world impact of our work. This role would suit someone organised, proactive and values-driven who enjoys working collaboratively in a small, community-focused organisation where communications can directly influence awareness, funding and access to justice.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Salary: £94,851 plus benefits (Our pay philosophy ensures consistency across locations and salaries. The starting salary for this opportunity plus benefits depends on location of the candidate).
The role:
We are delighted to be recruiting for a visionary, mission-driven leader to join Mary’s Meals International (MMI) as Executive Director. In this new role, you will be reporting to our Board of Trustees, through our Board Chair, and working in collaboration with our President & Founder of Mary’s Meals. As Executive Director, you will provide inspirational strategic and operational leadership of MMI, ensuring delivery of its key responsibilities within the global strategic plan.
Leading with humility, clarity and courage, you will champion faithful adherence to the vision, mission and values of Mary’s Meals, as we strive to grow our global movement and reach the next child waiting for Mary’s Meals.
As Executive Director, you will:
- Lead MMI in delivering its objectives across the three strategic pillars: Feed, Grow and Strengthen.
- Oversee the coordination and implementation of global strategy.
- Provide inspirational leadership to MMI and the MMI Executive Leadership Team.
- Strengthen organisational systems, governance and development.
- Foster strong collaboration across the global network.
- Work closely with the Board, President and Founder and MMI teams to support sustainable growth across Affiliate organisations.
About you:
You are an inspiring, effective and authentic leader with significant experience at executive or CEO level, in a complex organisation, ideally with an international footprint. Experience in an international non-profit, charity or social impact organisation would be advantageous, though not essential. Strong preference will be given to candidates with a deep understanding of our work gained through prior engagement with our mission.
You will also bring:
- Proven ability to inspire and lead senior teams, while cultivating a strong organisational culture.
- Demonstrated success in developing and delivering strategy to drive growth, innovation and organisational strengthening.
- Highly developed communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence diverse audiences.
- Proven experience of leading transformational change, while maintaining stability and mission focus.
- A deep personal commitment to the vision, mission and values of Mary’s Meals.
About us:
We are a global movement supported by people from all walks of life, united by one goal – that every child receives a nutritious daily meal in a place of education. As an organisation, named after Mary the mother of Jesus and shaped by Christian values, we feel that the way we do things is as important as the result and we welcome all who wish to play their part in our important work. We continue to change the lives of over 3 million children who today will receive Mary’s Meals.
We are a values-driven organisation - we believe in the innate goodness of people, respect the dignity of every human being and family life and believe in good stewardship of the resources entrusted to us. In line with our values, we are fully committed to a culture of safeguarding, we are committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work and we expect all the Mary's Meals family to share this commitment and work in the best interest of the communities we serve. Our safe recruitment practices ensure that only those that are committed to our high standards join our movement.
We believe in the innate goodness and dignity of every person. In line with this, Mary’s Meals is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment. All applicants will be considered fairly and on merit, without discrimination of any kind.
We are happy for you to work remotely and flexibly, in a way that best supports your work-life balance. We have an office in Glasgow for those who would like to work from here occasionally or on a regular basis. Some travel to Glasgow, other locations across the UK and to countries where Mary’s Meals operates will be required.
Our Benefits:
- 34 days annual leave (pro-rated for part time working patterns) including bank holidays, increasing by 1 day each completed calendar year, to a maximum of 39 days (+ option to buy another week)
- Flexible working
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Life assurance
- Pension
Additional Information:
Salary advertised is for UK based candidates, our salary philosophy ensures consistency across locations where Mary’s Meals operates, please visit our website for more information about salaries in other locations.
To apply:
If you are inspired to join our movement and our vision, mission and values resonate with you, we would love to hear from you. Please click Apply and include your CV and a succinct covering letter, of no more than one A4 page, highlighting your motivations, suitability and outlining your participation in our mission.
Closing date for applications is Monday 22nd June 2026
Our vision is that every child receives one daily meal in their place of education.



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Purpose of Role:
Success looks like:
- Healthwatch Bucks delivers a balanced portfolio of projects that engage effectively with service users and communities and reflect its agreed priorities and lead to improvements in the delivery of health and social care
- Healthwatch Bucks projects are effectively managed and deliver to time, cost and quality in line with Healthwatch Bucks project management processes
- Healthwatch Bucks projects are recognised by health and social care service users and other stakeholders as supporting improved outcomes for health and social care
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At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer.
We are looking for an ambitious, driven people person, passionate about raising vital funds to support Cancer Research UK. As a Relationship Manager you will inspire and motivate a wide range of supporters (including individuals, groups, and corporate partners to develop strong relationships, maximising in-year fundraising opportunities and long-term value.
We are looking for candidates from a business development or fundraising background who are excited to join our hard-working team. We’re looking for a natural people person, with excellent relationship building skills, confident in negotiating with and influencing a diverse range of supporters. You’ll be used to managing multiple priorities and be adaptable in an environment where no two days are the same.
If you’re proactive, people-centred, and motivated by making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
This is a home-based role with significant travel across the patch to maximise community engagement. There will be some out of hours working required such as supporter meetings and events, however you will get this time back via our time off in lieu policy.
What will I be doing?
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Inspiring, developing and managing supporters to achieve their goals through offering outstanding and tailored stewardship.
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Developing a prospect pipeline of opportunities and identifying and cultivating leads. Acquiring new supporters and income in collaboration with the Business Development team
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Hitting fundraising targets and KPIs for CRUK's life saving research.
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Supporting creation and delivery of relevant strategies that build better and longer lasting relationships to increase long-term income
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Building strong working relationships with wider department team colleagues to effectively develop transitioned supporters
What are we looking for?
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Experience of working as part of a high performing team, achieving KPIs and targets
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Experience of working unsupervised with the ability to drive and generate own workload
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Excellent networking and relationship manager skills – and the ability to motivate and influence supporters or customers to reach targets.
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Ability to adapt style and approach, generate new ideas and to acquire new business.
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A strong solution focused approach to enable supporters to overcome challenges and maximise their fundraising.
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Excellent communication and presentation skills (face to face, written and phone)
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Great time management, prioritisation and planning skills.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


