Activity assistant volunteer jobs
Main purpose of post
• Meeting and greeting visitors including supporters and patients and acting as their first point of contact for any queries.
• Dealing with telephone, email and postal enquiries across the organisation.
• Booking in and logging patients onto the relevant records and databases to provide accurate data.
• Sending appointment reminder calls/texts/letters to clients as required.
• Co-ordinating the Transport service, including supporting and co-ordinating the volunteer drivers.
• Managing the consumables within patient spaces and ordering replacement stock as and when required.
• Open and close patient spaces and set up the centre spaces for workshops, support groups and other events.
• Inputting data into relevant systems accurately and in a timely manner.
• Dealing with enquiries from patients, donors, supporters, service providers and volunteers as required in a timely and effective manner.
• Provide general administrative support to the wider team as required.
• Taking donations in any of the Weston Park Cancer Charity locations.
• Arranging room bookings both internally and externally.
• Ensure that all activities and contacts are managed through Weston Park Cancer Charity systems and procedures and that data is kept up to date.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings and 'away days' and be an active, invested member of our team.
• Drive the charity car when required for charity business.
What you do
We are seeking a highly motivated individual who shares our values to join Weston Park Cancer Charity’s busy charity team. Our Administrative Assistant will play a vital part of our Services team and help us to deliver our vision: a better life for those living with, and beyond, cancer in our region. If you are interested in progressing your Administrative or Charity career within an organisation which makes a real difference to the lives of thousands of people, we’d love to hear from you.
About you:
• You are compassionate and show empathy and understanding when dealing with sensitive situations.
• You will have experience working in public facing roles eg. reception or customer service.
• You have excellent communication skills (both written and oral) as you will be welcoming donors, volunteers, and patients on a daily basis.
• You have exceptional attention to detail for record keeping, data entry and reporting.
• Able to manage your own workload and priorities to agreed deadlines.
• Adaptable and able to respond in a timely manner to both client and staff needs or requests.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
This is a demanding role where you will support the Fundraising Director in effective management of the fundraising teams across our UK centres and the central expertise in Trusts, Major Gifts and Partnerships.
You will assist the Fundraising Director to plan and organise a broad range of fundraising activities; formulating and adjusting plans as required. Additionally, the Fundraising Director will depend on you to lead or assist on specific projects.
You will act as gatekeeper regarding access for fundraising teams to the Fundraising Director which will involve utilising strong understanding and sound judgement skills across a number of activities.
Maggie's provide free cancer support and information in our centres alongside NHS hospitals and online.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
As part of an ambitious Business Development team, you’ll work closely with partners from the commercial, not-for-profit and government sectors to plan and implement activities that enable people to report crime without fear.
Reporting to the Head of Business Development, you will work collaboratively, whilst showing initiative and proactivity. Much of the work we do is cutting-edge for the sector and as such, we welcome creativity, curiosity and a solutions-based approach.
The Account Manager position is very varied – liaising closely with Operations, MarComms and our Data teams and of course, at all times, overseeing and meeting partners, producing reports and writing evaluations.
You'll find the job pack below, and you can apply via our careers page via the link.
Please note that you must submit both a CV and a covering letter to be considered for this role.
Please ensure that your application reflects your genuine voice and experiences that demonstrate your suitability for this role.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Can you help us?
We are seeking a dedicated administrator to join our team and provide essential administrative support to our Specialty Training portfolio. As our Specialty Training Assistant (Exams), you will be responsible for the administration of high-stakes membership examinations, ensuring the integrity and efficiency of the College’s assessment processes. You will manage examination databases and question banks, process candidate applications and requests, and support the coordination of exam-day logistics, including digital platform setup. You will also support governance activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance exam delivery. To thrive in this position, you will need to be highly organised, meticulous, and confident in handling complex processes under pressure, with strong communication skills and proficiency in digital systems to deliver a seamless experience for candidates and stakeholders.
The College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare (CoSRH) is the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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LRMN's Finance Assistant works closely with Finance Manager (FM) to maintain LRMN’s financial records, ensuring that all transactions are accurately and timely recorded to support the FM producing the reporting data for the management accounts and the monthly bank reconciliation.
As Finance Assistant you will:
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Post purchase invoices daily in QuickBooks, aligned with Salesforce records, ensuring PDFs are uploaded and costs correctly allocated
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Process petty cash claims in QuickBooks with supporting receipts, accurate budget allocation, and petty cash reconciliation in liaison with the FM
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Record and post all bank and card expenses monthly in QuickBooks, with receipt/invoice uploads
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Review trade creditors reports with the FM to ensure invoices are captured for weekly payment runs
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Raise sales invoices in QuickBooks as required
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Review trade debtors reports with the FM and monitor timely invoice payments
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Assist and liaise with the FM and CEO as required
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
parkrun is a health and wellbeing charity and our vision is to create a healthier and happier planet.
Since our conception in 2004, parkrun has evolved into a global social movement with a vibrant and inclusive community at its core. As of 2025, we have recorded over 120-million instances of walking, jogging, running, and volunteering.
Our mission is to transform lives by empowering people to be active, together, outdoors in their local community; and to protect parkrun for the generations to come. Each and every weekend, we deliver free, weekly timed events that people of all ages and backgrounds can join in. By tackling barriers to participation, we encourage communities to come together and embrace regular physical activity.
Now in its 21st year, parkrun spans over 2,600 locations in 21 countries with more than 10 million people registered, and counting.
And we have really only just begun.
Brief role description:
The Finance Assistant will provide accountancy and bookkeeping support. This involves inputting purchase and sales ledger transactions, together with cash book and journal entries for three UK entities, using Access financials software.
The role also includes producing weekly payment reports and monthly bank reconciliations for the UK entities, while also processing volunteer and staff expenses.
Other responsibilities include managing accounts queries via our Zendesk ticketing system.
Main responsibilities:
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Responsible for Purchase ledger and Sales ledger transactions.
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Producing payment runs for Suppliers, Volunteers & Staff Expenses.
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Assisting Volunteers, Ambassadors & staff with Financial queries.
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Processing Bank transactions and monthly reconciliations.
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Reporting into and assisting the Finance Manager with monthly processes.
Essential experience requirements:
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Basic accountancy and bookkeeping
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A minimum of 2 years Bookkeeping
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Accounting Software Experience (preferably Access Financials)
Desirable experience requirements:
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Knowledge of Access Financials.
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Working with a Macbook and knowledge of Google Suite.
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Experience of working in a team environment but also being able to work alone.
Professional certification requirements:
AAT Level 2 & 3 Qualification or equivalent is desired but not essential depending on experience.
Most relevant skills:
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Attention to Detail: Able to process detailed information effectively and consistently.
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Communication : Able to talk and work with people at all levels in a professional and mature manner across the whole parkrun network
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Initiative : Able to be proactive, take initiative and take steps to improve ways of working seeking support where necessary
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Interpersonal skills: Ability to communicate and establish rapport at all levels, internally and externally
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Organisation: Able to determine goals and priorities and to accurately assess the actions, time and resources needed to achieve those goals.
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Priority management: Able to manage competing priorities with resilience and thrive in a fast-paced environment
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Problem solving: Able to detect problems, recognise important information and link various data; to trace potential causes and look for relevant details.
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Teamwork: Able to work well with others in multiple situations to achieve a shared goal
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Able to use a variety of IT systems and tools, such as google workspace.
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Demonstrates high levels of discretion and confidentiality.
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Demonstrates a growth mindset, with a desire to improve and learn new skills.
parkrun Limited is the company responsible for delivering parkrun in the UK.



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Early Literacy Interventionist (South London)
- In-school, 10 hours per week across 5 days working between 1pm and 3pm
- Term - time only (39 weeks)
- £16 per hour, part-time until July 2026 (with the possibility of extension, funding permitting)
- Based at Hill Mead Primary School, Moorland Rd, London SW9 8UE
Are you looking for a new challenge? Are you keen to work with children to support and develop their phonics and reading skills?
37% of children from disadvantaged backgrounds left primary school in England in 2025 unable to read to the expected standard (KS2 attainment data 24-25) . Chapter One is a fast-growing charity, with a vision of a world in which all children have the literacy skills they need to thrive. We work to ensure that all children have 1:1 reading support at the time they need it most.
Our Early Literacy Intervention (ELI) programme (based on a model that serves 20,000 children successfully in the USA) provides daily, 1:1, 7 minute phonics sessions for children who are behind in phonics. Using a bespoke technology tool, a trained Early Literacy Interventionist works individually with target children.
This ELI role, reporting to the Senior ELI Programme Manager, is a great opportunity for someone who wants to develop and grow their knowledge of phonics and/or their teaching skill set. It is ideal for someone with previous school experience who is looking for a new and exciting challenge.
You will conduct initial baseline assessments and then deliver differentiated, 1:1, targeted, 7 minute phonics sessions to pupils using a systematic, synthetic approach. Although you are employed by Chapter One, you will work closely with the school team to understand the progression of the school’s phonics teaching; establish tailored plans for each child and feedback on pupil progress. Using your knowledge and insight, you will also collaborate with colleagues at Chapter One to further improve the ELI model, the online tool and programme delivery.
Please read the full job description for details of the responsibilities of the role, and our employee recruitment pack to learn more about Chapter One. This is a part-time role, based at Hill Mead Primary school in Lambeth.
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 3rd February at midnight
First Round Interview date: Thursday 5th February
Second Round Interview date: Monday 9th February
As a charity that values and celebrates people's diversity and champions opportunities for all young people, we are keen to receive applications from people who have experienced disadvantage and from those who are of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities who are currently underrepresented in the organisation. We believe that a diverse organisation is one that is more innovative, more creative and gets better results.
Chapter One is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service disclosure. Copies of our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Policy are available on request.
Please apply by sending a CV and covering letter (of no more than one page) outlining why you’re the right person for this role and how you meet the required skills & experience section of the job description.
Applications that fail to meet these criteria will automatically be discounted. We want you to have every opportunity to shine and to show us your talents—please let us know if there is anything we can do to make sure the assessment process works for you.
At Chapter One, we want to create a world where all children have the literacy skills needed to thrive.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We're looking for someone with experience of verging or similar church support work. Good social skills are essential as is the ability to work as part of a team as well as on your own initiative. The ability to work closely with and relate well to all Cathedral staff, ministry team, congregation, volunteers, visitors, and members of the general public will also be required.
The two Assistant Vergers and Precinct Officers carry out a wide range of duties under the direction of the Head Verger and Precinct Manager. Work includes: the careful setting up and delivery of all liturgical matters; ensuring a welcoming, clean, and safe environment for all working in, visiting, or using the Cathedral and Cathedral House and precinct and ensuring the day-to-day smooth running of the Cathedral for all.
Essential experience and skills
- A flexible attitude and willingness to take on a range of duties including practical ‘hands- on’ work.
- Attention to detail and an ability to assess priorities including when under pressure.
- Understanding of liturgy or willingness to learn.
- Ability to be a good team player and work collaboratively with Ministry Team and Lay Staff.
- Good administrative and IT skills.
- Good communication and social skills.
- Good understanding of the importance of managing security and health and safety.
- Have an open and welcoming attitude to all including volunteers and members of the general public.
- A trained First Aider (or willing to be trained upon appointment to an appropriate level).
- Willing to learn new skills and undertake training.
- Willing to work alone.
- Ability to work flexibly over seven days and evenings including holiday periods.
- Experience of caretaking duties.
Desirable experience
- At least one year’s experience as a church or cathedral verger or in a similar role.
- Experience of working in an environment where paid and voluntary staff work side by side.
- Experience of delivering events.
Personal qualities
- Excellent interpersonal skills, in particular warmth, tact, diplomacy, discretion, and imagination.
- In sympathy with the ethos and aims of the Cathedral as a Christian organisation.
- Be a communicant member of the Church of England.
- Highly collaborative.
- Ability to lift and carry furniture, climb stairs, walk, and stand unaided for significant periods of time and work at height as an occupational requirement
- Ability to work with senior level colleagues and with the general public.
- Committed to equal opportunities and inclusivity
- Committed to upholding the highest standards of safeguarding practice.
Benefits of working at Portsmouth Cathedral:
Generous leave allowance of 25 days (pro rata for part-time posts) plus all public holidays and two 'given' days after Christmas/New Year.
Employer pension contributions of 7.5%, employee contribution 1.0%
Cash health plan
Safeguarding. The Cathedral takes the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults very seriously, and practices Safer Recruitment for all roles (both paid and voluntary), enhanced DBS for specific roles, and face-to-face or online training as required. An enhanced DBS is required for this role.
Portsmouth Cathedral is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a member of Inclusive Church.
Closing date for applications: 4th February
Interviews will be held 16th February
We will not be able to provide any feedback to those not called for interview.
Applicants called for interview will be sent a Cathedral Application Form and Confidential Declaration Form to complete as part of our safer recruitment processes.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As our Events Assistant you have an exciting opportunity to join our developing charity. Working closely with the Events Manager, volunteers and a small team of colleagues, we are looking for an enthusiastic and committed individual to provide efficient and strong administration and coordination for both existing and new supportive events for bereaved parents and adult siblings. This role also involves supporting the volunteers who facilitate online groups, in-person retreats, support days, and supportive walks.
For this varied and busy role, we are looking for a highly organised individual with excellent interpersonal, written and IT skills. You will be comfortable working across multiple projects, be able to prioritise effectively and manage your time well in this part-time position, as many projects are time sensitive. You will have some experience in event administration and coordination and be able to learn new processes quickly. Excellent attention to detail is essential in this role and you will also be able to build successful relationships with volunteers and staff. The role requires a high degree of flexibility, including a willingness to work some evenings and weekends. You will work closely with colleagues while also using your own initiative to work independently and complete time sensitive tasks.
Benefits include:
* Employer pension contributions at 3% of salary
* 5 weeks/25 days (FTE) annual leave (plus bank holidays)
* Personalised training and development budget
* Additional wellbeing/mental health days plus personal wellbeing budget
* Flexible working arrangements
Please note that this role is not involved in fundraising events.
We value diversity and inclusion and actively support an inclusive culture. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups and bereaved individuals.
This role is open to applications from bereaved or non-bereaved individuals. However, in line with our policy for our volunteer team, we request that any bereaved parents or siblings considering applying for this paid Events Assistant role are at least 4 years bereaved to enable time to be given to your own loss and grief.
The Compassionate Friends (TCF) is the UK’s only national charity providing peer support to bereaved parents whose child, of any age (from 1 month old to an adult child), has died from any cause. We also offer support to bereaved adult siblings and grandparents.
Via over 300 trained and supported volunteers, bereaved parents, adult siblings and grandparents themselves, we support over 25,000 bereaved parents each year through peer support offered in person, over the telephone, by email, online, and in print.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
ID: 1670Assistant Director of Partnership, Services and Innovation
Service: Bromley by Bow Centre, Family Action
Salary: £61,000 (inclusive of ILW and market allowance)
Location: Based at the Bromley by Bow Centre in Tower Hamlets. Given the leadership and collaborative nature of the post, the Assistant Director will be expected to have a strong presence and attend the Centre multiple times a week. There will be travel within the London area and occasionally outside of this region.
Hours: Full Time – 37 hours a week
We offer flexible working arrangements - please see below for more details.
Contract: Permanent Contract
Family Action & the Role’s Impact:
At Family Action we support people through change, challenge or crisis. It’s what we’ve done for over 150 years. We protect children, support young people and adults and offer direct, practical help to families and communities.
We see first-hand the power of family to shape lives, for better or worse, so we speak up for the importance of family in national and local policymaking, amplify family voices and represent the changing needs of families in the UK today.
At Family Action we transform lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage, and social isolation. We have been building stronger families since 1869 and today we work with more than 60,000 families in over 150 community-based services, as well as supporting thousands more through national programmes and grants.
About the Role:
The Assistant Director position offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual who is passionate about working within a strong, vibrant community to drive positive change.
Are you an innovative, strong team player and leader, who is solution focused and passionate about making a difference in everything you do? Do you have a proven track record of partnership working, creating growth and retaining services, delivering excellent, inclusive services and cultivating quality and diversity? Are you looking for a diverse, ambitious and fast paced organisation – if so, you have found it.
The role’s primary function is to provide strategic direction, development and growth.
The Bromley by Bow Centre (BBBC), established in 1984, has grown into a nationally recognised model for community regeneration. Today, it serves as a key hub for the East London Borough of Tower Hamlets, with a mission to help the community thrive through person-centred, holistic, and integrated health and wellbeing support.
BBBC works in close partnership with a range of stakeholders, its services span integrated advice, employability and enterprise programmes, learning opportunities, community and wellbeing support, social prescribing, and activities that foster inclusion. In addition, the Centre collaborates across organisations and communities to deepen understanding, share learning, and develop its principles and model.
BBBC is merging into Family Action early in 2026 and will become a part of Family Action’s vibrant London region, which works in and with diverse London communities and adapts to their evolving needs. Our work is underpinned by service user involvement, robust partner engagement, and a strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We strive to create a sense of belonging for both staff and the people we support, and we are dedicated to innovating and co-designing services alongside those with lived experience.
The role requires a strategic thinker who is confident in developing and working with external stakeholders and partners while maintaining a clear oversight of operational delivery.
You will be creative, promote innovation, and contribute to the ongoing growth and strategic development of BBBC and services within the wider Family Action.
Responsibilities:
· Lead and manage strategic partnerships at a local and national level.
· Provide leadership and drive innovation across BBBC.
· Operational line management of the Heads of Delivery and Impact ensuring the successful integration of BBBC into Family Action.
· Oversee budgets, manage financial risks, generate income, and contribute to sustainable service development.
· Represent BBBC and Family Action externally and build strong partnerships to support integrated service delivery.
· Ensure high-quality, safe, and compliant services through overseeing effective monitoring, auditing, and continuous improvement in line with Family Action’s polices and frameworks.
· Be a key member of Family Action’s London team and the wider Senior Leadership Group.
Main Requirements (for details check the job description and person specification):
· Strong track record in stakeholder engagement and cross-sector partnership working.
· Proven experience leading services for children, young people, adults and families.
· Ability to manage teams, budgets, income generation and service performance to a high standard.
· Knowledge of safeguarding, regulatory frameworks, and quality assurance processes.
· Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, with an understanding of structural disadvantages.
· Appointments are subject to Family Action receiving a satisfactory disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service – Enhanced
Benefits:
- an annual paid leave entitlement that commences at 25 working days, rising each April by one day, subject to a maximum of 30 working days plus bank holidays
- up to 6% matched-pension contributions
- flexible working arrangements and new starters have the right to make flexible working requests from day one of employment
- enhanced paid sick leave and paid family leave provisions
- eye care and winter flu jabs vouchers
- cycle to work scheme
- investing in your professional development with ongoing quality training and career development opportunities
We are forward looking, ambitious and committed to continuous improvement. We are a people focused, can-do organisation, which strives for excellence in all we do and operates with mutual respect.
To Apply:
· complete an application form on the Family Action portal
· Closing Date: Monday 9th February 2026 9am
Interview dates – panel interview and presentation – Wednesday 4th March 2026 with visit to the centre and staff focus group prior to this – date to be confirmed.
For direct queries or if you would like to discuss any aspect of the selection process or flexible working requests, please email: Lee Denton (full email address located on the advert document)
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that candidates may need during the recruitment process and you will be asked whether you require any adjustments if shortlisted for interview. We also make reasonable adjustments on the job, where required.
We are committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all that we do and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Intersectionality is important to us and we particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ candidates and disabled candidates because we are committed to increasing the representation of these groups at Family Action. We know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for families, children and adults and strive for our workforce to be truly representative of the diverse communities we support. We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and will reimburse your travel cost if you attend an interview.
For this vacancy, we are also applying positive action to improve the representation of people of colour in senior operational management roles at Family Action. As such, the guaranteed interview scheme is extended to applicants of colour who meet the minimum criteria.
*Ordinarily Family Action appoints new starters at the starting point of the salary scale (with subsequent annual pay progression), unless you have experience that would justify appointment further up the salary scale or there are any other exceptional reasons.
Family Action is an award-winning national charity working from the heart of local communities across England and Wales.



Day Centre Support Assistant Advert
Location: Hemel Hempstead, on site
Salary: £13.49 Per hour
Hours: 19 per week, 9am-1pm Mon Tues and Thurs, 9am-4pm Weds
Reports to: Day Centre Manager
Closing date: 30th January 2026
About DENS
Our aim is to be the first port of call for people in Dacorum who are facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion; to support and empower them to take the next positive step in their lives.
About the role
DENS Day Centre provides a safe and welcoming space for individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion. As a Day Centre Support Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of our mission, offering practical help, emotional support, and a listening ear to those who need it most.
You’ll be welcoming clients, helping them to access our facilities and finding out more about them so you can signpost them to the right support. You’ll help run activities like quizzes and games, prepare and serve meals, and work alongside other DENS staff and partner agencies to keep the centre running smoothly.
This is more than a job, it’s a chance to empower people to rebuild their lives. You’ll see firsthand the positive impact of your work, even on the toughest days. While the role can be demanding and unpredictable, it’s also deeply rewarding. You’ll be part of a dedicated team that never gives up on those who need help.
About you
We’re looking for a dedicated, friendly individual who is passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives and thrives in an environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to help others. Ideally you will have…
· Experience working with vulnerable adults.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to stay calm under pressure and handle challenging behaviour.
· Compassion, resilience, and a non-judgmental approach.
· Basic IT skills for recording client attendance and engagement
· The stamina to carry out the physical aspects of the role
Benefits
- Contributory pension scheme with NEST, employer contributions of 3%
- Sick pay scheme
- 25 days annual leave (FTE) + bank holidays
- 1 additional day of annual leave after each 5 years service (FTE, up to a max 3 days)
- 1 day per year to volunteer for DENS or another organisation (FTE)
- Employee assistance programme - 24/7 advice/support helpline & access to counselling
- Access to Medicash for cashback on health costs and access to services to support your wellbeing
- Staff wellbeing days and team building activities
- Training and professional qualifications relevant to your role
How to apply
· Please read the full Job Description & Personal Specification
· Please apply by sending your CV and a cover letter to show how you would be a great fit for the role.
Please advise us should you require adjustments to be made to the recruitment process
To help rebuild the lives of vulnerable people in Dacorum who are facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion.



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We are seeking an Assistant Manager to play a key operational role at our Sunderland Hub. Supporting the day-to-day running of services that help people facing social exclusion rebuild confidence, skills, and stability.
This is a mission-driven, hands-on role combining coordination, leadership and frontline delivery. You will work closely with the Hub Manager and wider team to ensure the hub operates smoothly, safely and with purpose, while supporting individuals to engage in meaningful activity and community life.
About Handcrafted
Handcrafted works with people who have experienced exclusion, homelessness and disadvantage, offering practical opportunities to rebuild confidence and independence through creative projects, training, and community.
Our work is rooted in values of:
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Creativity everyone can make something to be proud of
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Empathy walking alongside people through challenge
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Empowerment supporting people to take back control
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Community building belonging and shared purpose
These values shape how we work with residents, trainees and one another.
The Role – Assistant Manager (Sunderland Hub)
As Assistant Manager, you will be central to the smooth running of the Sunderland Hub. You’ll support the Hub Manager in coordinating staff, activities and services, while maintaining a welcoming, organised and supportive environment.
This is a varied role combining operational oversight, hands-on delivery, administration and people support.
Key Responsibilities:
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Support the Hub Manager in the day-to-day operation of the Sunderland Hub
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Help coordinate staff, volunteers, activities and community sessions
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Provide hands-on support to residents and trainees as needed
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Assist with planning and delivery of workshops, shared meals and group activities
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Act as a welcoming and reliable point of contact for people accessing the hub
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Support record keeping, reporting and compliance requirements
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Assist with ordering supplies, processing expenses and basic financial administration
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Help oversee housing-related processes and liaise with relevant teams
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Promote a safe, inclusive and well-organised environment at all times
(Full responsibilities are detailed in the recruitment pack.)
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is organised, proactive and people-focused, with the confidence to take responsibility while working collaboratively.
You will ideally bring:
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Experience working in a support, community or care-based setting
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Strong organisational and communication skills
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The ability to manage competing priorities calmly
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Confidence supporting people with complex needs
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An understanding of safeguarding and professional boundaries
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A values-led approach aligned with Handcrafted’s ethos
Experience in housing, support services or community delivery is desirable but not essential.
Why Join Handcrafted?
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Be part of a well-established, values-driven organisation
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Play a key operational role in a growing hub
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Work alongside a committed, supportive team
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Help create real change for people facing exclusion
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Access training and development opportunities
Safeguarding
Handcrafted is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
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Are you ready to shape the future of young people at a national scale?
Join Young Enterprise at a pivotal moment of change. As our Assistant Director of Partnerships and Delivery, you’ll play a leading role in strengthening how we work, how we partner, and how we deliver life-changing opportunities for young people across the UK, working across regions to maximise impact.
This is a senior, strategic role with real influence, combining vision, collaboration, and operational excellence to ensure Young Enterprise is set up for long-term impact.
Who We Are
We’re Young Enterprise, a national charity with a bold mission: to give every young person the skills, confidence, and mindset to thrive in a changing world of work.
For over 60 years, we’ve reached more than 7 million young people through hands-on enterprise and financial education programmes. From launching student businesses to building financial confidence, our work helps young people develop essential life skills like teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, and resilience.
We’re a passionate, people-centred organisation made up of 90+ colleagues and 2,000+ volunteers, united by a belief that every young person, whatever their background, deserves a fair start in life.
Why Join Us?
We think Young Enterprise is a great place to work and we’re proud of our people-first culture. Here’s what you can expect:
- A friendly and supportive team where your voice is heard
- A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion—we want everyone to feel they belong
- Generous holiday allowance and flexible working
- Cycle-to-work scheme, life assurance, and NHS top-up plan
- Ongoing learning and mentoring opportunities
- A chance to directly impact the lives of young people every single day
About the Role
This is a senior, strategic role for a collaborative leader who enjoys turning insight into action. As Assistant Director of Partnerships and Delivery, you will:
- Work with the senior leadership team to design and embed a future-ready Target Operating Model (TOM) that supports high quality, impactful delivery across the UK.
- Lead Young Enterprise’s partnership and delivery activity during a key period of organisational change and renewal, helping to shape our future impact.
- Build strong, purposeful partnerships and delivery models that bring our Transforming Futures Strategy to life.
- Foster a strong “one team” culture across programmes, delivery, and volunteering.
- Champion safeguarding, inclusivity, and evidence-based practice across all areas of work.
You’ll Love This Role If You Are…
- a strategic systems-thinker who enjoys improving how organisations work and delivering impact at scale
- a collaborative and credible leader who brings people with them through change, building trust and momentum
- passionate about impact and using evidence to drive better outcomes for young people
- confident working with partners and stakeholders across sectors to create shared value
- values-led, with a strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and high-quality delivery
- motivated by mission, and excited by the opportunity to shape the future of a national charity at a pivotal moment
Key Responsibilities
- Lead partnership and delivery activity aligned to the Transforming Futures Strategy.
- Co-design and implement a future-focused Target Operating Model (TOM) that supports effective, high quality delivery.
- Build, grow and manage strategic relationships with schools, funders, and partners to maximise impact and reach.
- Represent Young Enterprise externally and support partnership growth across sectors.
- Ensure programmes are delivered to a consistently high standard, with safeguarding, inclusion and quality at the core.
- Use data, evidence and insight to drive performance, learning and continuous improvement.
- Connect national strategy with regional delivery, ensuring local insight informs planning and decision making.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive culture and support the development of high performing teams.
- Contribute actively to organisational leadership as a member of the senior leadership team.
A few practical things
- This role will require regular travel across the UK and monthly travel to London for leadership meetings and events.
Keeping Young People Safe
We are committed to keeping young people safe. All successful applicants will undergo an enhanced DBS check and receive ongoing safeguarding training.
At Young Enterprise, safeguarding is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will receive ongoing safeguarding training throughout their employment and be expected to uphold excellent safeguarding practice at all times.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to help shape the futures of young people, we want to hear from you!
Please send your CV and instead of a traditional cover letter, please send us a separate document answering the three questions below, up to 250 words per answer. Please note, applications without answers to the three questions will not be considered. Applications must be received by 23:30 on 4 February 2026.
Interviews will be held in person at our London Office and shortlisted candidates will be invited to be interviewed either on 10 or 11 February 2026.
1. What are the top three strengths, skills, or experiences you bring to the Assistant Director of Partnerships and Delivery role?
2. If appointed, what would you most want to achieve within your first 12 months in the role, and why are these priorities important to you and to Young Enterprise?
3. Why does leading the delivery and partnerships at Young Enterprise matter to you personally? How does your motivation and approach align with our transforming Futures Strategy and our values of unlocking potential, one team, enterprising and resilient, and creating great impact?
We understand that candidates may use AI tools to assist with their applications. While these can be a helpful resource, we want to hear about your personal skills, experiences and insights that highlight your unique strengths and perspective in your own words.
Full details can be found in the Job Description.
At YE we are passionate and committed to keeping your data safe and secure. Full details can be found in the YE People’s Privacy Notice.
Join us – and help us give every young person the chance to thrive. Apply today!
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