Community jobs

Care Assistant (Nights) 

Calcot, Reading 

£15.26 per hour

Contract Type: Full Time (42 hours per week)

Working Pattern: Nights

Hours: 12 hour shifts, 8 pm to 8 am working on rolling rota of 3 consecutive days on and 3 consecutive days off

You must hold either The Care Certificate or a minimum of Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care.

Friends of the Elderly (FotE) is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to providing excellent care with a family feel, we have been supporting older people for over 120 years. The charity provides care home and day care services for older people, as well as grants for older people in financial difficulty.

About Friends Place, Calcot

Recently opened in July 2025, Friends Place, Calcot is more than just a care home - it is a vibrant, welcoming community designed to provide exceptional residential, dementia, and respite care.

Run by Friends of the Elderly, where we pride ourselves on delivering personalised, compassionate care in a state-of-the-art facility.

Located in the heart of Calcot, Reading, our home features:

· A cinema for residents to enjoy movie nights and entertainment.

· A stylish salon offering professional pampering.

· A peaceful tea room for reflection or a chat with friends.

· A vibrant bar for socialising and relaxation.

The modern facilities are designed to create a warm and homely environment where residents feel safe, valued, and supported.

We are recruiting for a Care Assistant to join the team.

Joining us as a Care Assistant, you will help our residents with various tasks including:

· Personal care.

· Companionship.

· Meal preparation.

· Mobility.

· Keeping care records up to date.

We would like our Care Assistant to join us with at least 6 months experience in a care home environment. Empathetic and respectful, self-motivated and flexible, you will be a team player who is always willing to go the extra mile, enabling our residents to lead fulfilled lives.

We would like you to have a real passion for care. Someone who sees this as an opportunity to build solid relationships with our residents, to allow them to live well in later life by putting them at the heart of all that you do.

This isn’t just a job; it’s about making a difference to older people’s lives every day.

Why Join Friends of the Elderly?

· Heritage of Care: Work with a trusted organisation backed by over a century of expertise.

· Non-Profit Mission: Be part of a charity that prioritises people, not profit. While we take a commercial approach to our work, we are not for profit and we are committed to our charitable values.

· State-of-the-Art Facilities: Lead a cutting-edge care home designed for comfort and community.

· Professional Development: Access training and career development opportunities.

Make Your Mark

This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture and success of a brand-new care home, leaving a lasting impact on residents’ lives and the community.

In return for your hard work and dedication, you can look forward to a wealth of benefits:

· Group Pension Plan, with a 6% contribution from us.

· Generous annual leave.

· Wellbeing support through various initiatives, including an employee assistance programme.

· Learning, development, and progression opportunities.

· Monthly prize draw, with 3 prizes to be won.

· Retail discount schemes to make your salary go further.

· Access to loans at affordable rates, saving directly from salary and advance pay already earned.

· Health cash plans for you and your family.

· Cycle to work scheme.

· Long service awards that increase with length of service.

· Refer a friend to work for us and receive a £200 bonus.

· Uniforms are provided

· Free DBS checks.

Safeguarding:

Keeping everyone safe is one of the charity’s core values and is central to everything we do at Friends of the Elderly. All staff follow our Safeguarding Policy & Procedures and, if they see or suspect abuse, we expect staff to report it straight away.

Criminal record checks:

As this role involves a regulated activity, successful applicants will undertake an enhanced DBS check, with barred lists check, and any offer of employment will be dependent on a satisfactory outcome.

Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar a person from working for us, this will depend on the circumstances and background of any record.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:

Friends of the Elderly strives to treat all staff equally and be a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone can be themselves and everyone accepts each other’s differences. A charity where everyone is equal but definitely not the same.

Our ambition is to ensure equality and celebrate diversity, all working together to create an inclusive workplace, which attracts and retains the best people. People that care and can make a difference.

We currently do not provide sponsorship but we welcome applications from those who have a right work in the UK.

Don’t delay in sending your application as we may need to close the vacancy early if we manage to appoint before the advertising closing date. We interview applicants as they apply.

Grants Programme Officer

Maudsley Charity
Salary: £35,000
Location: Hybrid - South London (Denmark Hill) & home working
Contract: Full-time (37.5 hours)
Start date: September 2026

About the role
Charity People are delighted to be partnering with Maudsley Charity to recruit a Grants Programme Officer to join their growing Programmes team, supporting the Living Well with Psychosis programme.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build or deepen their experience in grant-making, programme delivery, and social impact. You'll play a central role in ensuring funding is distributed effectively, equitably, and with real impact-supporting work that improves mental health outcomes across south London and beyond.

Working closely with Programme Leads, you'll help manage grant portfolios, support funding processes from application through to monitoring, and contribute to learning and impact across the organisation.

About the organisation
Maudsley Charity is a grant-making foundation dedicated to improving mental health care. It works with NHS partners, King's College London, and community organisations to fund innovative, evidence-based solutions.

The charity is driven by a clear mission: ensuring that everyone experiencing mental illness can access the care that's right for them, with a strong focus on equity, lived experience, and tackling inequalities in mental health outcomes.

Key responsibilities
Grant-making & programme delivery

• Support end-to-end grant processes, including application review, due diligence and decision-making
• Manage and monitor a portfolio of grants, maintaining strong relationships with funded organisations
• Act as a key point of contact for applicants and grant holders
• Contribute to assessment panels, scoring bids and supporting funding decisions

Project & programme support

• Provide project management and administrative support to Programme Leads
• Help plan timelines, track progress, and coordinate programme activity
• Support delivery of events, workshops and engagement activity

Learning & impact

• Gather insights, data and learning from funded partners
• Support the charity's approach to monitoring, evaluation and impact
• Share learning internally and contribute to continuous improvement

Systems & collaboration

• Maintain accurate records within the grants management system
• Work closely with colleagues across Finance, Communications and Fundraising
• Contribute ideas to improve processes and strengthen inclusive grant-making practices

About you
We're looking for someone who is curious, organised and motivated by social impact.

You might already have experience in grant-making, or have gained relevant exposure through funded projects, the charity sector, or programme delivery work.

You'll bring:

• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building ability
• Attention to detail and confidence working with data and systems
• Experience contributing to projects that deliver social impact
• An understanding of (or interest in) grant-making and funding processes

You'll also be someone who enjoys collaborating across teams, is keen to learn, and is motivated by improving mental health outcomes and tackling inequality.

Why apply?

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a values-led, collaborative and inclusive organisation, where you'll be supported to learn, grow and shape your career in grant-making.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in the office)
• 25 days annual leave + additional service days + Christmas closure
• Pension contribution up to 6%
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee wellbeing support and EAP
• A welcoming, inclusive working culture focused on equity and impact

Additional information

• Reporting to: Programme Lead - Living Well with Psychosis
• No line management responsibility
• Based at the Ortus building, close to Denmark Hill station

How to apply
Maudsley Charity is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and strongly encourages applications from underrepresented backgrounds.

Applications are managed via Charity People and involve a structured, anonymised process focusing on your experience and potential. Please contact Abi for additional information or to arrange an informal discussion.

You must download the Qualifying Questions document and complete this, then sending in your CV and this document as 2 separate documents to Abi. 
You can download all the documentation when you click on 'Apply Now' button. 

Closing date: Wednesday 22nd July at 9am
Interviews (in person): 6th August or 10th August

If this sounds like something you would like to explore but you are unsure if the role is right for you, please feel free to email Abi. 
There is also an optional ‘Ask Us Anything’ Webinar via Zoom on Monday 13th July at 12.30–1.30pm where the Maudsley staff will answer questions.
Please submit questions in advance to Abi before 9am, on Friday 10th July 2026 to ensure all of your queries are answered.
Any further questions can be submitted via the Q&A function during the Webinar.

Interested?
If you're looking for a role where you can support meaningful change in mental health care while developing your career in grant-making, we'd love to hear from you.

Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

Based at our Camberwell office with regular travel across London

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Are you passionate about helping children and young people overcome barriers to education? Do you have experience supporting young people affected by trauma, exploitation or exclusion to re-engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes?

If so, St Giles Trust is looking for an Education Liaison Specialist Caseworker to join our Violence, Exploitation and Safety Service (VESS), providing specialist education support to children and young people across London.

About St Giles Trust

An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others.

About the service

The Violence, Exploitation and Safety Service (VESS) supports children and young people affected by, or at risk of, violence, exploitation and extra-familial harm.

Working alongside education providers, families, local authorities and safeguarding partners, the service helps children overcome barriers to education, improve safety and wellbeing, and access the support they need to achieve positive, sustainable futures.

About this key role

As an Education Liaison Specialist Caseworker, you will provide specialist education support to children and young people who are disengaged from learning or at risk of exclusion, many of whom have experienced trauma, exploitation or significant disadvantage.

You will manage a caseload of children and young people, delivering one-to-one interventions and group sessions within Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), Alternative Provision and community settings. Working collaboratively with families, schools and professionals, you will help children access safe, appropriate education pathways while ensuring their voice remains central to every stage of support.

You will also advocate for children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping families navigate education systems and secure the support needed to improve attendance, engagement and long-term outcomes.

What we are looking for

• Experience supporting children and young people with complex needs, including those affected by trauma, violence, exploitation or disadvantage.
• Good understanding of SEND, school exclusion, attendance, reintegration and education transition processes.
• Experience working with children attending PRUs, Alternative Provision or specialist educational settings.
• Experience completing assessments, managing risk and developing outcome-focused support plans.
• Experience working collaboratively with schools, families, local authorities and multi-agency professionals.
• Knowledge of contextual safeguarding, extra-familial harm, exploitation and serious youth violence.
• Experience delivering engaging one-to-one interventions and groupwork with children and young people.
• Strong communication, advocacy, assessment and case management skills.
• Good written and IT skills, including maintaining accurate case records and reports.

An Enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check, is required for this role.

In return, you can expect a competitive salary, generous leave allowance, staff pension, access to clinical supervision, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more.

We are an equity and inclusion confident employer. We welcome all applications, and we particularly encourage applications from people of the global majority (black, brown, multi- heritage) and those who identify as disabled, neuroexpansive, neurodiverse, with any protected characteristics and/or social barriers or challenges. We value the empowering and informative impact that all lived experiences and diversity of thought can offer the organisation.

St Giles will guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria set out in the Job Description for the vacancy.

If you have any queries, or require further support, please contact us. 

Closing date: 9 am on 21 July 2026.

Why this is an exceptional opportunity
This is a rewarding and varied role for a strategic communications professional who wants to make a real difference to global health. You will be joining Global Health Partnerships at a pivotal moment — as we launch an ambitious new parliamentary advocacy programme on maternal and child health, rebrand following our transition from THET, and build our profile as the leading UK voice on NHS institutional partnerships and global health workforce policy.

You will lead GHP's day-to-day communications function while working closely with the new Senior External Affairs and Communications Lead to translate our programmes and evidence into compelling stories, campaigns, and content that reach parliamentarians, funders, journalists, and the public. If you want a communications role where your work directly shapes policy outcomes, this is it.

Job Purpose
Reporting to the Senior External Affairs and Communications Lead, you will lead GHP's communications function, ensuring that the organisation's work is consistently, compellingly, and strategically communicated to external audiences — including policymakers, funders, clinical communities, the media, and the public.

You will oversee GHP's digital presence, publications, and content output across all channels, while working in close partnership with the Senior External Affairs and Communications Lead to produce the communications assets — case studies, media materials, social content, campaign copy — that underpin GHP's advocacy priorities, including the Maternal and Child Health Programme.

You will line manage the Digital Marketing Coordinator, providing direction and quality assurance across day-to-day communications activity.

For full details of the role check out the Communications Manager job pack.

What we offer:
Along with your salary which is paid monthly, you'll receive:

• Flexible and hybrid working
• 25 days annual leave plus three days off between Christmas and New Year
• Annual learning and development allowance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 5% employer pension contribution when an employee contributes 3%

How to apply:
Please apply with a CV and a covering letter of no more than two pages on our website by 10th July 2026.

Your covering letter should address: why you are interested in this role at GHP; how your experience of communications and content work is relevant; and how you would approach building a coherent, compelling organisational voice for GHP across its full portfolio of work.

GHP is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment. We particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of the communities and health systems our work engages with.

Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager

We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager to secure vital funding and help drive the growth of an ambitious charity supporting people affected by serious health conditions.

Position: Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager
Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 per annum pro rata, depending on experience
Location: Leeds office, hybrid or remote working available
Hours: Part-time, 2-3 days per week (negotiable)
Contract: Permanent. Contract or freelance arrangements may also be considered.
Closing Date: 11th July

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced trusts fundraiser to join a well-established charity with a strong track record of grant funding success.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will lead on securing income from trusts and foundations, while also identifying opportunities from corporate and statutory funders where appropriate. You will manage existing funder relationships, develop new prospects and create compelling applications that support both project delivery and core organisational costs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing a trusts and foundations fundraising strategy
• Writing persuasive funding applications and impact reports
• Managing a portfolio of existing and prospective funders
• Building and maintaining strong funder relationships
• Researching and identifying new funding opportunities
• Working with colleagues to align funding opportunities with organisational priorities
• Monitoring fundraising performance and providing reporting and analysis
• Ensuring fundraising activities meet relevant regulations and best practice standards

About You

You will have proven experience securing funding from trusts and foundations and be confident managing a varied portfolio of funders.

You will also have:

• A successful track record in trusts and foundations fundraising
• Excellent proposal and report writing skills
• Strong research and prospecting abilities
• Experience building and managing funder relationships
• Excellent organisational and project management skills
• Experience using CRM systems to support fundraising activity
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Knowledge of the healthcare or charity sector would be advantageous.

About the Organisation

This charity supports people with brain tumours and their families. They help individuals navigate the healthcare system, offer emotional and practical support, and drive campaigns and awareness. From solo ocean rowers to children raising thousands, their community of fundraisers is extraordinary and we’re looking for someone just as exceptional to support them.

The employer aims to be an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Trust Fundraising Manager, Trusts Fundraiser, Grants Manager, Grants Fundraising Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Funding Manager, Fundraising Manager, Trusts and Grants Manager, Bid Writer, Development Manager. #INDNFP

Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client – Not For Profit People. Applications will be reviewed on receipt and the organisation reserves the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be appointed.

West London Centre for Counselling is a well-established charity which currently provides free counselling to the local community through a contract with NHS Talking Therapies in Hammersmith and Fulham, as well as low-cost counselling for which clients can self-refer directly online, and is expanding into other services under the leadership of a CEO who joined us in 2025.

We are now looking for an efficient Administrator to play a key role in supporting the Centre and its staff. The position involves updating our secure databases with appointments and clinical information, handling enquiries by email and telephone, providing receptionist duties, training counsellors in administrative procedures, and contributing to the overall smooth running of the Centre. 

The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail and exceptionally clear verbal and written communication skills, and a knowledge of - or willingness to learn about - the fields of counselling and psychotherapy, and will be a positive and thoughtful team player. 

We imagine this as a full time, 5-day-per-week position (35h pw), with at least one evening shift per week (until 9pm); however we are open to applications from people interested in the role on a part-time basis, please state this clearly in your application.

The job description and person specification are attached. Please make your application in writing showing how your experience and knowledge meet the person specification. We look forward to hearing from you. 

**WLCC is committed to accessibility, inclusion and a fair recruitment process. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements regarding your application, please contact us.**

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and organised Children and Families Worker to lead and grow our ministry with children and families in the parish. This role is perfect for someone who loves helping children explore faith, has experience working with different age groups, and enjoys building relationships in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Run Children’s Church on Sundays during term-time — including leading sessions and coordinating a team of volunteers.

• Develop a new older children’s group, including volunteer recruitment and curriculum planning.

• Help lead monthly All-Age Services in collaboration with the Vicar.

• Run a monthly Bubble Church service and manage related outreach and admin.

• Co-lead Tufnell Tots (stay-and-play group) on Thursday mornings.

• Build relationships with local primary schools (Tufnell Park and Yerbury) through regular lunch clubs, assemblies, and visits.

• Support and co-run termly community events such as our Pancake Party, Fireworks Night, and Back to School Party.

• Develop creative, new initiatives — such as after-school activities or holiday clubs — to help children and families engage with faith.

• Ensure full compliance with our safeguarding policy and support safeguarding admin.

• Encourage sustainability in children’s events and teach the importance of caring for God’s creation.

• Support an inclusive approach to working with children with additional needs and disabilities, adapting content and approaches as needed.

About You

Essential:

• A living Christian faith and a desire to help children grow in their knowledge and experience of God.

• Good knowledge of the Bible and enthusiasm for sharing its stories.

• A strong understanding of safeguarding principles.

• Excellent team player who relates well to both children and adults.

• Experience in recruiting and supporting volunteers.

• Confident organisational and communication skills.

Desirable:

• A qualification in children’s ministry or a related field.

• Experience working with a range of age groups — from toddlers to pre-teens.

• First Aid certification.

Why Join Us?

• A caring, inclusive church committed to your growth and well-being.

• Flexibility, creativity, and scope to shape and develop this ministry.

• A part-time role that makes a full-hearted difference in the lives of local children and families.

Deadline for completed applications: 17 July 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Interviews: We expect to interview in late July or early August. 

It is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a committed Christian.

The Diocese of London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults through the use of the Safer Recruitment practice guidance.  This role is subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS.

Residential Assistant Manager

Sale, Manchester
£28,188 - £29,355 per annum, once 6 month probation is passed

Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hours per week on a 24hrs shift system)

Additional payment of £30 per night for the on-call cover duties. 

Here at Stockdales, we endeavour to provide a family orientated service that meets the needs of all the people we support through holistic assessment.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Residential Assistant Manager to help deliver high-quality, person-centred support while assisting with the day-to-day leadership of the service. Working alongside the Service Manager, you will support the smooth running of the home, maintain high standards of care, safety and compliance, and act as a positive role model for the team.

The role includes leading and mentoring staff, supporting rota management and administrative tasks, contributing to audits and quality monitoring and ensuring care plans, risk assessments and records are accurate and up to date. You will promote best practice in safeguarding, support compliance with CQC and relevant legislation and help develop a skilled and confident team through training and guidance.

You will work closely with families and professionals to support people’s health, wellbeing and independence, while responding calmly and effectively in a range of situations. The role may include supporting people in the community, undertaking clinical duties once trained and assisting with transport where required.

About You

• Experience in residential care (1+ year in a senior/supervisory role)
• NVQ Level 3 in Residential (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards it)
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and relevant legislation
• Effective leadership and communication skills
• Flexible and resilient approach to work
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle

About Us

Stockdales is a local charity based in Sale, just south of Manchester City Centre. We have over 70 years’ experience supporting people with learning and physical disabilities to live life to the full. Our 5 care homes have up to 7 residents and our busy Community Service has weekly sessions, a social club and a weekend kids club.

What you will receive whilst working for us:

• 28 days holiday per year pro rata inclusive of bank holidays
• Increased holiday entitlement with service
• Pension Scheme
• Medicash – includes access to 24hr GP, money off shopping and going out, wellbeing aids.
• Life Insurance Scheme (after 6-month probation)
• Excellent internal and external training offered.
• Monthly staff prize draw
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to Wage Stream

The vacancy

Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)

Agile working arrangements in place

Closing date: 13th July 2026

Interview date: Week commencing 13th July 2026
 

Our organisation is all about people – the people who live in our homes, the communities we serve, and those we work with.  So, it’s no surprise that we recruit for attitude and behaviour which are central to us building relationships and delivering great experiences for these people. We employ colleagues who are passionate about making a difference who will take responsibility to get things done. 

As a not-for-profit housing association, providing affordable homes and services to more than 20,000 people across Greater Manchester. We have a strong social purpose and make it our mission to enable people to live well in their home and community.   

This role will help us to do this by supporting the Financial Controller in providing proactive financial support and advice to budget holders based on a sound understanding of the relevant business area.

In this role, you will be responsible for

•  Supporting budget holders in the monitoring and reforecasting of their budgets
• Maintain and create Reports held in the Finance solution for self-serve access by budget holders
• Responsible for the preparation of annual budgets, including profiling and phasing, challenging new requests or increases against efficiency plans proposed by budget holders
• Prepare quarterly and annual regulatory returns in accordance with set processes, procedures and templates for review by the Financial Reporting Manager

We need people who are/have

• Accounting qualification, such as CIMA/ACCA
• Experience providing advice, support and challenge to colleagues and being able to communicate complex financial information to non-finance colleagues
• Knowledge of the current operating environment for social housing providers
• Relevant accounting standards, recommended practice and guidance knowledge

Everyone’s welcome here. Our culture is inclusive, and we are committed to increasing diversity. We enable everyone to be themselves at work, so that they feel at home with us. And we trust and support people to do their best, in a role that is fulfilling and rewarding because we know that this helps us to deliver better outcomes for our customers and our colleagues.

If you want to be part of our team and help us make a difference, we’d love to hear from you

#financebusinessparter #finance #managementaccountant #housingjobs #recruiting #Manchesterjobs

The company

A housing association providing affordable homes and services to over 16,000 people across Greater Manchester and employing over 280 colleagues.

We are a charitable, registered provider of social housing and offer homes mainly for social rent, with a small number for affordable rent, market rent and shared ownership. We also provide homes with support for people with dementia, mental health issues, learning and physical disabilities, those who have been made homeless and people affected by domestic abuse.

As well as providing homes, we deliver services and support to customers and work in partnership with specialist organisations to help them sustain their tenancies and get on in life. And we engage with customers to shape services and review our effectiveness.

STEWARDSHIP OFFICER (ONE ROLE OR TWO PART-TIME ROLES):

Stewardship Officers working on the Cornerstone Rollout and Giving Mechanisms

Could you inspire generosity that transforms lives?

The Diocese of Worcester is on a bold journey of change. We are seeking a Stewardship Officer (or two part-time officers) to play a pivotal role in strengthening the financial sustainability of our churches. You will join a supportive and collaborative team, working at the heart of an exciting diocesan transformation programme designed to see healthy, sustainable churches in every community. In this role (or roles) you will:

· Equip churches to develop confident, sustainable patterns of giving, including digital and contactless giving

· Support the rollout and use of the national Cornerstone platform, helping churches better understand and grow their finances

· Encourage and develop legacy giving, helping congregations think long-term about their mission and impact

· Deliver training, resources and support to clergy and parish leaders, inspiring a clear and compelling vision of generous Christian stewardship across diverse local churches

Whether you are a people-focused trainer, a confident communicator, or someone with a passion for generosity and church life, we would love to hear from you. You will be someone who:

· Is committed to the mission and values of the Church of England

· Builds strong relationships and communicates complex ideas simply

· Is confident using digital tools or willing to learn

The Diocese of Worcester is a great place to work, offering excellent holiday allowances, a generous non‑contributory pension and a supportive working environment. We are committed to helping staff achieve a healthy work–life balance and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements.

· Salary:  £32,408 FTE plus generous non‑contributory pension

· Hours: Cornerstone Role: this is a role funded by the National Church for 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE) until December 2028. Giving Mechanisms: This is a role funded by the Diocese of Worcester for 14 hours per week (0.4 FTE) until December 2028.  Please note for both roles Wednesday morning working is required.

· Location: Hybrid – home working and diocesan offices, with travel across the Diocese required

· Further details and to apply: Please see the job description and person specification in the job packs and apply online using our application form

· Closing date: 9am 22nd July. Interviews: Thursday 30th July

The Church of England is for everyone, and it is a priority for us to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and particularly encourage applications from UK Minority Ethnic / Global Majority Heritage candidates and people with disabilities.

A collaborative and tenant focused Housing provider in London is looking to take on a Rent Recovery Officer in their welcoming team environment.  They believe in affordable, good quality houses and are committed to making a difference to their customers and communities in the local area.

They are looking to bring someone in for a minimum of 6 months with the high likelihood it is extended further.  The candidate will manage their patch of properties and are responsible for maximising rental income whilst providing great customer support.

Responsibilities:

• Lead on rent accounts and be the point of contact for tenants for queries
• Maximise income recovery through intervention
• Follow landlord approved escalation processes and procedures
• Hit personal and team KPI’s and help with the take-up of Universal Credit

Requirements:

• Knowledge of income management and relevant housing legislation
• Understanding of welfare benefits and use of financial records and IT systems
• Strong customer service and working well in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders

If you are looking for your next role and are experienced in Rental Income Recovery, please apply ASAP.

Role Location: Home Based

You will work with health and care professionals with projects and programmes, equipping them with the latest tools, resources, evidence and data to develop and improve services for people with Parkinson’s. 

You’ll support the development of a vibrant national network, working in collaboration with the Professional Engagement team and the regional clinical leads. You’ll also work with health and care professionals and Parkinson’s UK colleagues to respond to any threats to Parkinson's services and effect positive change.

What you’ll do

• Facilitate health and care service redesign and improvement projects in collaboration with clinicians, Parkinson’s UK staff and people living with Parkinson’s whilst drawing on the principles of co-production

• Build relationships to influence service improvement across the England - South East region, and support the development of a vibrant national network

• Maximise participation in the UK Parkinson's Audit and relevant surveys

• Support health & care services to develop and implement service improvement plans, using the results of the UK Parkinson's Audit as a lever

• Promote the Excellence network funding opportunities, providing support where appropriate with the development of business cases and grant applications

What you’ll bring

• Experience and expertise in service redesign and effecting change within health and/or social care in the South East region

• Knowledge of health and care structures and commissioning across the South East region

• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to build and manage successful relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including senior clinicians 

• Experience in the use of quality improvement and project management tools 

• Ability to negotiate and influence, with strong report writing and presentation skills

This is an exciting time for Parkinson’s UK and we would love you to join us!

Please apply by sending us your CV, together with a detailed supporting statement which will fully demonstrate how you meet all the criteria of the role, as stated in the "What you'll bring" section of the job description.

This role is home based with the requirement to live within and travel around your assigned geography. The assigned geography for the region covers the NHS England South East region. You will also be required to attend team and individual meetings that usually take place in our London office but may be in other locations across the UK. There may also be the requirement for occasional overnight stay.

Interviews are scheduled to take place from 28 July 2026.

Anyone can get Parkinson’s. It’s vital that the people who work for Parkinson’s UK are representative of our diverse community. We actively encourage people from all sections of the community to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Class 2 HGV Driver, Leicester, LE18

Salary:£34512 per annum

Location:Leicester, LE18

Contract:Rolling 3 Month Contract

Hours:  Full-time - 45 hours/week minus a 30 minute daily unpaid break  

Benefits:25 days holiday, 5% Employer Pension Contribution including Life Cover, Occupational Sick Pay Benefits & Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity Leave and Pay, plus more

Reporting to:Senior Supply Chain & Data Manager

About FareShare Midlands

FareShare Midlands is the region’s largest food redistribution charity, tackling inequality, transforming lives and ensuring no good food goes to waste. We rescue surplus food and redistribute it to 650 local charities and community organisations, feeding 60,000 people every week. We also invest in communities, providing education, training and volunteering opportunities, helping over 700 individuals to date to build a better future. Together, we’re fighting hunger, reducing food waste and creating opportunities across the Midlands. Learn more here or read our latest Annual Report Snapshot by going to our website.

The Role

We are looking for a Class 2 HGV Driver to make daily collections from our food partners in the Midlands region and deliver to warehouses across the West and East Midlands. This role is most suited to individuals with an aptitude for driving, who have excellent customer service skills combined with a professional attitude, as you will be dealing directly with our customers as a representative of FareShare Midlands.

Main Responsibilities

The successful candidate will work with the Supply Chain Team to collect surplus food from partners and deliver to the right regional centre.

• Provide excellent customer service to food partners in person and by phone, offering a highly professional impression of the charity in a friendly manner.
• Adhere to all laws, Road Transport Regulations and HGV Working Time directives.
• Support the Supply Chain Team by collecting stock offered from the food industry and delivering it to Regional Centres in a timely fashion, communicating ETAs and delays.
• Maintain records of collections and allocations e.g. provide paperwork and temperature readings to the Regional Centres on delivery.
• Identify any barriers or opportunities and feedback any developments or challenges e.g. delays, maintenance concerns, instruction errors, etc.
• Ensure deliveries follow the assigned order, the routes are planned appropriately in the given timescale and all delivery windows are met safely.
• Highlight and respond quickly to any anticipated delays or difficulties, using problem solving skills to mitigate any unforeseen circumstances e.g. taking breaks while queueing or changing the order of collections subject to permission from the Supply Chain Team.
• Ensure the quality of the product delivered is accurate against notes, making detailed visual inspections and flagging any concerns or discrepancies before the vehicle is loaded.
• Strengthen existing relationships by providing a reliable and friendly service.
• Adhere to all health and safety and operational requirements at all times.
• Ensure the vehicle is properly maintained, serviced and cleaned to a high standard.
• 6 am to 3 pm shifts & occasionally 7am to 4pm shifts.

This position will involve handballing and lifting with the provision of lifting equipment. You may be required to complete other duties as requested to suit the needs of the charity. Some work on Saturdays with notice will be required.  

Person Specification

Essential

• Class 2 UK Driving License – (Not more than 3 points & at least 2 years of previous experience is required).
• A valid CPC and digital tachograph card
• Required to undertake heavy lifting with suitable equipment
• Health and Safety awareness
• Customer service and communication skills
• Positive and professional attitude
• Able to use a Smart Phone including apps such as What’s App, Sat Nav and E-mail.
• Good Midlands geographic knowledge

Preferred

• Clean License & more than 5 years of HGV driving experience.
• Experience delivering chilled or frozen food

 How to Apply: 

 To apply, please submit:

• A supporting statement demonstrating your suitability for the role and explaining your interest in FareShare Midlands.
• Your CV.

We continue to strive to ensure that the profile of our staff and volunteers reflects the diverse communities we serve across the Midlands. As such we encourage and welcome applications from all our communities. We particularly welcome applications from people from ethnically diverse backgrounds as they are currently under-represented within FareShare Midlands. 

“Right to Work” in the UK status is required.

Closing date: Wednesday 15th July 2026

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