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Could you be the next Chief Officer of Just Drop-In?
We're looking for an inspiring, values-driven leader to guide our much-loved charity in Macclesfield into its next chapter.
For 25 years, Just Drop-In has been a lifeline for young people 11–24yrs old across the north of Cheshire East. Every year, we support more than 1,000 children and young people through our Counselling, Mentoring, Wellbeing, and Parent Support Services — and the need has never been greater.
We're looking for someone who brings:
✅ Strong leadership experience
✅ Business awareness
✅ Safeguarding knowledge and experience
✅ Experience of working with children and young people and a genuine passion for helping them thrive
This is a rare opportunity to lead an organisation with deep roots in its community and a team that truly believes in its mission.
If this sounds like you — or someone you know — we'd love to hear from you.
Please see further information and how to apply by downloading the attached document or clicking redirect to recruiter.
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Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of dogs and the people who care for them?
We're looking for a Welfare Manager to take charge of the welfare journey for every dog in our centre. In this pivotal role, you will drive timely, compassionate decisions through expert behavioural and veterinary rehabilitation, ensuring each dog progresses toward their forever home.
What does this role do?
As Welfare Manager, you'll:
- lead, coach and develop a small team to deliver high-quality veterinary care and behaviour modification for dogs in our care,
- act as a balanced advocate for both behavioural and veterinary needs to achieve the best outcomes for each dog,
- oversee staff and volunteer training in behaviour and dog handling, ensuring all colleagues work within SOPs, legal, and health and safety guidelines,
- develop and implement tailored behaviour modification plans for dogs with complex needs and monitor progress towards successful rehoming,
- support professional development of Behaviour Officers, Dog Welfare Assistants, and Supervisors through mentoring, assessments, and workshops,
- collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent, informed behavioural support before, during, and after rehoming.
Could this be you?
As an accredited clinical dog behaviourist (CCAB, CAB) with extensive experience in canine behaviour and welfare; including behaviour modification, clinical assessment, and risk management, you will have proven expertise in safely handling and rehabilitating dogs across a range of breeds and behavioural profiles. With a strong track record of leading, developing, and managing high-performing teams, you will also be a skilled communicator, who is able to influence and engage a variety of audiences. Above all, you'll be passionate about rehoming, and have a commitment to the aims and objectives of Dogs Trust.
What does this team do?
Our rehoming centres house thousands of dogs each year until they can find a loving new home and the success of our centres wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated team of staff and volunteers; there is a real family-community within each of our centres. Come rain or shine, our team are out in all weathers to make sure the dogs have the best possible life. Dealing with thousands of visitors each month, our rehoming centres are the face of Dogs Trust, and we pride ourselves on our staff providing the very best in customer service.
Interviews will be provisionally held on the 1st and 2nd October 2026 at our Merseyside Rehoming Centre.
About Dogs Trust
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced charity operations and finance professional to join as our inaugural Operations and Finance Manager. As we continue to grow our impact, we are seeking an exceptional Operations and Finance Manager to work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Chair to help strengthen our operations and oversee our finances. This is a role combining strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery. You will, support our Chief Executive and Executive Chair to develop and implement organisational strategy while ensuring our people, systems, governance and finances support the effective delivery of our mission. You will join a close-knit team that punches above its weight, with real influence on policy affecting millions of babies worldwide. If you're an experienced charity operations and finance professional looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
We review applications as they come in and reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.
We are determined that every baby should experience the best start in life.
Workforce Development Coordinator
WorldSkills UK is looking for an organised and proactive Workforce Development Coordinator to join our Workforce Development Team.
At WorldSkills UK, we have big ambitions to help young people, the education system and the economy. We work across the UK to raise standards in technical education and apprenticeships, champion future skills and help more young people from all backgrounds succeed in work and life.
As Workforce Development Coordinator, you will play an important role in supporting the successful delivery of our workforce development programmes. Working with colleagues, participants, delivery partners and other stakeholders, you will help ensure our programmes are well organised, our systems and information are accurate, and participants receive a professional and positive experience.
The role is varied and will include:
- coordinating programme activity, meetings, events and workshops;
- maintaining programme documentation, schedules, records and systems;
- coordinating communications with participants and internal and external stakeholders;
- collecting, validating and collating data and supporting programme reporting;
- coordinating participant registration, onboarding and ongoing support;
- working with suppliers, venues, contractors and delivery partners; and
- helping to improve systems, processes and ways of working.
We are looking for someone who is highly organised, has excellent attention to detail and can confidently coordinate multiple activities, priorities and deadlines. You will need strong administrative and communication skills, the ability to build effective working relationships with a range of people, and the confidence to use your initiative while working collaboratively as part of a team.
Salary: £28,000
Contract: Permanent, full time (35 hours per week)
Location: London, with flexible hybrid working. The postholder is expected to attend the office at least once or twice a week.
How to apply
Please download and read the application pack attached before applying.
WorldSkills UK uses a blind recruitment approach. To apply, please submit the following:
- an anonymised CV in Word format;
- a supporting statement in Word format outlining your suitability for the role and addressing the role description and person specification; and
- a separate document containing your name, email address, telephone number and confirmation of your right to work in the UK.
Closing date: 23:59 on Sunday 4 October 2026.
Late or incomplete applications, or applications that do not follow the application requirements, may not be considered.
WorldSkills UK uses a blind recruitment approach. Applications must include:
1) an anonymised CV in Word format;
2) a supporting statement in Word format outlining your suitability for the role and addressing the role description and person specification; and
3) a separate document containing your name, email address, telephone number and confirmation of your right to work in the UK.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Contract Type: 21 hours per week. Initial 12-month fixed term contract with the potential for extension and/or a permanent position at the end of the term.
Salary: £27,00 - £30,000 per annum dependent on relevant experience (£45,00 - £50,000 FTE)
Base: Remote/Hybrid
About us
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Do you want to work with like-minded professionals in a great team?
Rees seeks to support those who have, at some stage in their lives, been in foster care or residential care, including those with custodial experience. The charity understands the importance of having a lifelong support network. Our aim is to help care experienced people thrive in all aspects of their lives at any age. We seek to listen; and offer help and advice about any aspect they may have.
Rees delivers its services and products to public and voluntary sector commissioners, businesses, other agencies, and professionals.
Role Purpose
The Head of Commercial Income is a senior leadership role and a member of the Senior Leadership Team, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
The postholder will lead the Charity's commercial income function, with responsibility for growing sustainable income through commissioned and commercial services, training, Ask Jan membership and other opportunities.
This is a strategic, commercially focused and hands-on role. The postholder will be a visible face of the Charity, building strong relationships with local authorities, commissioners, public sector organisations, businesses and other partners. They will identify opportunities, understand customer and commissioner needs, develop compelling propositions and secure sustainable business.
A particular focus will be growing the Charity's position within the statutory sector. The postholder will develop a strong understanding of local authority priorities, commissioning, procurement and purchasing processes and use this insight to anticipate emerging needs and create opportunities for the Charity to provide innovative and valuable solutions.
The postholder will lead and develop the Commercial Income function, with the Business Development Manager and Training & Commercial Services Co-ordinator reporting directly to them. They will set direction, priorities and targets while maintaining an active role in developing relationships, identifying opportunities, progressing bids and supporting commercial negotiations.
Working across the Charity, the postholder will ensure commercial opportunities are translated into high-quality, financially sustainable services that deliver positive outcomes for care experienced people.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership
- Provide strategic and commercial leadership for the Charity's commissioned and commercial services, training portfolio and Ask Jan membership offer.
- Lead and develop the Commercial Income function, line managing the Business Development Manager and Training & Commercial Services Co-ordinator.
- Set clear commercial priorities, targets and performance expectations and ensure the team has a strong focus on growth and results.
- As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contribute to the leadership, planning and future development of the Charity.
- Develop a proactive, creative and customer-focused commercial culture across the function.
- Work collaboratively with the Head of Income and Development, Head of Service Delivery and wider Leadership Team to maximise income and impact.
- Balance strategic leadership with direct involvement in key commercial relationships, opportunities and negotiations.
Strategic Partnerships and Business Development
· Provide strategic leadership to the Charity's relationships with local authorities, commissioners and key partners, building senior-level relationships and positioning the Charity as a trusted partner.
· Oversee the commercial services pipeline, providing direction and support to the Business Development Manager to identify, prioritise and progress opportunities for growth.
· Develop approaches to securing new commissioned and commercial opportunities, working with Service Development and Service Delivery colleagues to shape services in response to market and beneficiary needs.
· Provide senior leadership and input on key bids, tenders and commissioned service proposals.
· Represent the Charity at strategic commissioning forums, partnership meetings and senior stakeholder events, promoting its expertise, services and impact.
· Monitor developments in commissioning, procurement, public policy and relevant markets, using this insight to identify emerging opportunities and potential challenges.
Commissioned and Commercial Services
- Provide overall strategic oversight of the Charity's commissioned and commercial services portfolio, ensuring services meet contractual obligations, quality standards, agreed outcomes and financial targets.
- Work with operational and service development colleagues to ensure services respond effectively to commissioner and customer needs.
- Identify opportunities to develop, improve and expand existing services and create new commercial offers.
- Ensure commercial propositions are viable, deliverable, competitive and aligned with the Charity's mission.
- Monitor market, commissioning and policy developments and identify their implications for the Charity's services and commercial opportunities.
Training and Ask Jan
- Provide strategic leadership for the continued growth and development of the Charity's training offer and Ask Jan membership service.
- Ensure training and membership propositions remain relevant, innovative and responsive to customer and sector needs.
- Identify opportunities to develop new training, membership and other commercial products and services.
- Work with colleagues to ensure these offers are effectively positioned, developed and brought to market.
Financial and Operational Management
- Provide strategic oversight of the financial performance and sustainability of the commercial income portfolio.
- Set and monitor income, growth and performance targets and report progress to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team.
- Oversee the commercial pipeline, income forecasting, contract performance and retention.
- Ensure commercial services are delivered within agreed budgets and provide value for money.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, pricing, sustainability and long-term income.
- Ensure appropriate monitoring, reporting and evaluation arrangements are in place for commercial activity.
- Ensure commercial activities comply with contractual, legal, regulatory and organisational requirements.
General
- Work collaboratively across all departments to maximise impact for care experienced people.
- Maintain an awareness of developments in local government, commissioning, procurement, children's services, social care and the wider charity sector.
- Promote the Charity's expertise, services and impact and protect its reputation through high-quality commercial relationships.
- Ensure the Charity's commercial activity remains consistent with its values, purpose and commitment to care experienced people.
- Contribute to organisational planning, continuous improvement and long-term sustainability.
- Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level and responsibilities of the role.
Essential
- Significant experience of leading and growing commercial income, commissioned services, business development, sales or other income-generating activity.
- Proven track record of securing new business, growing existing contracts and generating sustainable income.
- Experience of building strong relationships with local authorities, commissioners, public sector organisations and other senior stakeholders.
- Experience of leading or overseeing successful tenders, procurements, bids or commissioned service proposals.
- Understanding of public sector commissioning, procurement and purchasing processes, ideally with experience of local authorities and the statutory sector.
- Experience of identifying customer or commissioner needs and developing services, products or propositions in response.
- Strong commercial and business development approach, with the ability to build relationships, influence decision-makers, negotiate and secure business.
- Experience of managing and developing staff within a commercial, business development, sales or income-generation function.
- Strong commercial, financial and strategic awareness.
- Ability to combine strategic leadership with an active role in business development and income generation.
- Creative, proactive and opportunity-focused, with excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills.
- Commitment to the values and mission of the Rees Foundation.
Desirable
- Experience of working with local authority children's services, social care, leaving care, corporate parenting or related statutory services.
- Knowledge of the care experienced and/or social care sectors.
- Experience of developing and selling services to local authorities or other public sector organisations.
- Experience of managing training, membership or subscription-based services.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, GDPR, charity governance and relevant regulatory requirements.
Application Process
The closing date for this position is Friday 18th September 2026 at 5pm. Please note that we reserve the right to close applications before the advertised closing date or extend the application window at our discretion.
We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and welcome applications from those who are care leavers.
Our aim is to help care leavers thrive. Our projects are available to anyone over 16 who has been in foster care or residential care as a child.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
About HCL:
Open 51 weeks a year, HCL provides accommodation for a Nursery, a professional kitchen and community Café and a flexible space with rooms to hire for a range of activities providing educational and health and social activities such as hosting community meetings and refugee services, a venue for blood transfusion services and a polling station, ESOL and adult learning and social events, bingo and lunch clubs and dancing classes all aimed at combating social isolation, loneliness and anxiety.
Strategic Leadership
- To create a deliverable strategic plan, identify and respond to major external issues.
- Translate our vision into clear operational goals, ensuring long-term growth and stability.
Financial & Governance Oversight
- Stabilise HCL Financially.
- Rebuild relationships with external partners through collaborative working.
- Develop a funding plan for future stability.
- Seek to negotiate Heads of Terms on the lease of the building from Salford Diocese by 2030 or have developed a relocation plan or closure of the centre.
Team Management
- Lead, inspire, and support the management team.
- improve staffing wellbeing, motivation and esteem,
- Implement a plan of continuous professional development.
Partnerships
- Advocacy: Represent HCL publicly, raising awareness of our cause with media, stakeholders, and the community
- Represent HCL at key meetings with existing and potential funders and stakeholders.
- To develop a partnership collaborative strategy across the local voluntary sector, building networks, reducing duplication of and creating effective efficient well governed services for the betterment of the lives of our community.
Core duties are:
- Work closely with and support the Board in the overall strategic, financial and organisational development to secure its long-term sustainability.
- Financial planning, management and reporting.
- Identify funding opportunities and deliver bid development.
- Support Board development in line with modernising effective board Governance.
Organisational Management
- Lead the delivery of new projects and contracts once funding and contracts have been secured, ensuring the provision of all appropriate monitoring information.
- Work with the Senior Management Team to plan the effective delivery of services to ensure the highest possible standards are achieved.
- Ensure the effective delivery of services, by the deployment of staff and volunteers, which is value for money.
- Lead a whole company approach to promoting and publicising the range of activities and services available to the local community.
Operational Management
- Be responsible for HCL's day-to-day operation including, health & safety, safeguarding policies and procedures, customer service and the relationship with our landlord.
- Ensure that all HCL's relevant legal obligations are met.
- Support the use of IT and digital media across HCL's work by ensuring IT systems are secure, well maintained and managed with a development plan to meet HCL's needs.
People
- Co-ordinate and contribute to staff recruitment, selection processes and contracting.
- Conduct regular performance reviews of staff, identifying, organising and supporting team and individuals' training and learning and development opportunities.
- Lead and manage HCL's equality, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and equal opportunities strategies and practices.
- Promote and ensure good practice and compliance with relevant employment law and health & safety regulations in HCL's building and any external sites where staff are working.
Legal and contracting
- Be responsible for legal compliance and good practice across HCLs business processes in line with charity and company law.
- Monitor HCL's funding agreements ensuring accurate and timely reporting to funders.
Please see the Job Description for full details of the role and responsibilities.
We are recognised as the wellbeing hub for Haslingden, providing services that respond to local community needs.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Fundraising and Communications Officer
We are seeking an experienced and proactive fundraiser who can build relationships, grow community support and create engaging communications that make a difference.
Salary: £30,000 – £34,000
Location: Hybrid – home and Loughborough, with occasional travel across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
Hours: 37 hours per week
Closing Date: 25th September 2026. Interviews will take place during week commencing 28th September
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, committed fundraising team within a charity working to prevent homelessness and support people at risk.
Working closely with the Fundraising and Partnerships Manager, you will help deliver an ambitious fundraising and communications strategy, increasing voluntary income, raising the charity’s profile and developing lasting relationships with supporters, businesses and local communities.
It is a varied role combining community fundraising, supporter engagement, events, digital fundraising and communications.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Developing community fundraising opportunities that increase income and awareness.
- Building relationships with schools, universities, businesses, community groups and individual supporters.
- Representing the charity at community events, talks and networking opportunities.
- Helping to create and deliver fundraising events, campaigns and challenge events.
- Creating engaging social media and website content, including case studies and video.
- Supporting digital fundraising campaigns, online giving and e-newsletters.
- Stewarding supporters and fundraisers, helping them feel valued and connected to the charity.
- Monitoring fundraising activity, budgets and campaign performance.
About you
You will be a confident relationship-builder who enjoys getting out into the community, meeting people and turning conversations into meaningful support.
You will ideally have at least two years’ experience within charity fundraising, with experience across one or more areas such as community fundraising, corporate partnerships, major donors, digital fundraising or social media.
You will be comfortable making the ask for support, developing fundraising ideas and creating engaging communications. Strong written and verbal communication skills are important, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively as part of a small team.
You will need to be able to travel across the local area, and some occasional evening and weekend working will be required. A DBS check is also required.
About the organisation
You will be joining a values-led charity working to prevent homelessness and respond to increasing demand from people who need support.
This is an exciting time to join, with a new fundraising strategy focused on growing voluntary income year on year and reaching more people at risk of homelessness. You will have the opportunity to bring ideas, develop new relationships and play a visible part in growing the charity’s community presence.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Community Fundraiser, Fundraising Officer, Communications Officer, Community Engagement Officer, Corporate Fundraiser, Fundraising and Marketing Officer, Supporter Engagement Officer, Community and Events Fundraiser, Fundraising and Communications Executive.
Age UK is one of the Richmond Group of Charities (RGC), a coalition of 15 health and care charities working together to improve care for people with long-term health conditions (LTCs).
They host the RGC's We Are Undefeatable physical activity programme which is funded by Sport England until March 2028. It aims to support people with LTCs to become more physically active, including by influencing national and local policy and practice to tackle systemic barriers as well as delivery of a social marketing campaign to encourage individual behaviour change.
To deliver this work we need an Influencing Officer to play a pivotal role in supporting the system change we're seeking through impactful policy and stakeholder engagement activity.
This role is offered as a fixed term contract until 31st March 2028 and will:
* Support delivery of our influencing plans nationally and locally with a focus on policy and public affairs activity
* Report to the Senior Influencing Manager within the Influencing and Engagement team.
* Work closely across the whole We Are Undefeatable team, the Richmond Group secretariat and our coalition members.
We operate a hybrid-working model, a blend of home and office working. This role will include regular days working from our London office (minimum once per week.) Your travel costs to the London office are not covered by the charity.
Closing date for applications Wednesday 16th September
Interview date - 24th September
Age UK Grade 6L
Must haves:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
* Developing policy positions, proposals and analysis and delivering influencing activity that drives change in policy and practice A, I
* Writing effective, accessible communications including influencing briefing resources and reports T
* Demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, collaboration and negotiation to develop and manage successful relationships, ideally at a national and local level A, I
* Presenting at conferences, facilitating meetings confidently and effectively, and networking. I, T
* Monitoring and evaluating influencing activity I
Skills and knowledge
* Understanding of the lived experience of people with multiple long term health conditions I, T
* Strong political awareness, with an understanding of the health and care system and policy landscape in England, including public health, prevention and the social determinants of health I, T
* Strong analytical skills - interpreting statistical evidence, research and lived experience to develop practical insights and purposeful recommendations and understand the impact of influencing activity A, I
* Confidence navigating complexity, ambiguity and change and ability to digest complex policy issues and translate into influencing opportunities and practical implementation I
* Ability to work in a fast paced, complex environment, and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders I
* Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to adapt tone and message for different audiences and produce clear, concise and persuasive communication A, I
* Excellent team working skills along with an ability to use own initiative and work independently A, I
* Proactive, creative and flexible approach to identifying and taking forward opportunities and shaping new ideas I, T
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads, manage competing demands and work calmly and confidently under pressure A
Great to Have's:
The below competencies will be assessed at the indicated stage of the recruitment process: Application = A, Interview = I, Test = T, Presentation = P
Experience
* Working with consultants and external agencies I
* Working with people with long-term conditions for advocacy and utilising lived experience research and insight to shape plans and delivery A, I, T
Skills and Knowledge
* Knowledge of physical activity and behaviour change in a health context A, I
* Knowledge of current practice in the sport, leisure and physical activity sector T
* An understanding of system change and evaluating complexity I, T
* Awareness of relevant evidence sources, statistical and research methods T
What we offer in return
- Competitive salary, 26 days annual leave + bank holidays + annual leave purchase scheme
- Excellent pension scheme, life assurance, Health cashback plan and EAP
- Car Benefit Scheme, Cycle to Work Scheme and Season Ticket Loan
- Techscheme - buy any tech from Apple or Currys, up to £1000, and spread the cost over 12 months, interest free
- Blue Light Card Scheme
- You Did It Awards - recognition awards from £100-250
- Many additional benefits
Additional Information
Supporting statements and anonymisation
Candidates are expected to provide a supporting statement that explains how they meet the competencies annotated with an 'A' in the job description, to assess suitability for the position. Age UK acknowledges and accepts that AI may be used to support the application; we do expect candidates to personalise experience, knowledge and skills and failure to do so, may result in your application being rejected.
Please submit a Word version of your CV as it will be anonymised by our recruitment system when you apply for a role. Our system is unable to anonymise supporting statements and heavily formatted CVs. Please could you remove any personal information including your name before you upload to support our inclusive recruitment process. All equalities monitoring information is also anonymised and not shared with the hiring panel. Your name and address will only be known to us if invited for interview.
Equal opportunities & Disability Confident Scheme
Age UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital/civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity. Age UK is a Disability Confident Scheme employer. Due to high numbers of applications received, Age UK reserves the right to limit the overall number of interviews offered, and therefore, it may not always be practicable or appropriate to interview all disabled people that meet the minimum criteria for the job.
Reasonable adjustments
Disabled job seekers can access reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for reasonable adjustments are considered on a case-by-case basis, in collaboration with the disabled job seeker to best meet their needs, by contacting the Recruitment Team. Disability disclosures will be kept confidential and only shared on a need-to-know basis to support the implementation of adjustments. Disclosures will not be used to inform hiring decisions.
Age UK is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children, from abuse and neglect. We expect everyone who works with us to share this commitment.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert at any time.
Age UK politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies or media sales. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.
For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Service Delivery Assistant to join our Safe Horizons Triage Team. You will play a vital role in processing referrals, managing enquiries from partner agencies and providing high-quality administrative support to help ensure victims receive timely access to services.
This role is full-time, based in London, with hybrid working arrangements available. Occasional travel across London may be required to attend meetings, training and service delivery activities.
What we offer
At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes:
- Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working.
- Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave.
- Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday.
- Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution.
- Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments.
- Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts.
- Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
- Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes.
- Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans.
- Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression.
About the Role
As a Service Delivery Assistant - Triage, you will provide high-quality administrative support to the Safe Horizons Triage Team. You will be responsible for monitoring and managing referrals and enquiries received through the service inbox, maintaining accurate records and acting as a key administrative contact for partner agencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor the Safe Horizons inbox and process referrals, enquiries and correspondence within agreed timescales.
- Act as a first point of contact for partner agencies and stakeholders, responding to routine enquiries and directing requests appropriately.
- Maintain accurate records on case management systems and databases.
- Liaise with partner agencies and internal teams to obtain information required to support referral processing.
- Prepare routine reports, correspondence and service information as requested.
- Provide general administrative support including data entry, filing, document preparation and meeting administration.
- Ensure confidential and sensitive information is handled securely and in accordance with GDPR and organisational policies.
- Support the effective day-to-day running of the Triage Team.
About You
Ideally, you will have experience working within a domestic abuse, safeguarding, victim support or criminal justice environment and have an understanding of domestic abuse, violence against women and girls, and multi-agency working arrangements such as MARAC.
You will need:
- Experience of providing administrative support within a busy environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good customer service skills and a professional telephone manner.
- Experience of maintaining accurate records and databases.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and database systems.
- An understanding of confidentiality, GDPR and information-sharing requirements.
- The ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands effectively.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- A commitment to providing high-quality support in a sensitive and professional manner.
About Us
Victim Support is an independent charity dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. We put them at the heart of our organisation and our support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences.
Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required.
At Victim Support, we're proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We're committed to being an antiracist organisation, and we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities.
As a Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so. We are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process.
How to apply
To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
The Peer Recovery Worker will support people who are sleeping rough, at risk of rough
sleeping, or going through important stages in housing and recovery. The main purpose
of this role is to help reduce the harm caused by rough sleeping.
You will listen, build trust, give practical help and share clear information. You will help
people connect with the right support, including housing, health care, drug and alcohol
services, benefits advice, community groups, and services based at WSUP.
WSUP is not a drug and alcohol treatment provider, so this role does not involve
clinical treatment or specialist interventions. Instead, you will help people understand
their options, prepare for appointments, overcome barriers and stay connected with
services that can meet their needs.
You do not need to have all the answers.
We are looking for someone who is kind, reliable, calm and able to support people
without judgement. We welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness,
addiction or recovery, and who feel ready to use that experience to support others
safely and positively.
This is a 12-month fixed-term post, with the possibility of extension for up to a further two years, subject to funding and organisational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Engagement
- Build trusting and respectful relationships with people experiencing roughsleeping, homelessness, substance use, poor mental health or social isolation.
- Engage people in the Target Priority Group cohort through drop-ins, planned appointments, informal conversations and outreach.
- Provide emotional and practical support, listening and helping people feel heard.
- Use lived experience, where appropriate, to build connection, reduce stigma and inspire hope.
- Encourage people who may be unsure about housing, treatment or other support to explore their options at their own pace.
- Maintain contact during periods of disengagement, relapse, crisis or transition, within the boundaries of the role.
- Help people identify their own goals, strengths and next steps.
- Support or co-facilitate peer, recovery or wellbeing activities where appropriate.
Practical support and navigation
- Provide clear, accurate information about local treatment, health, housing, benefits and community services.
- Introduce people to co-located services at WSUP and help them understand what each service can offer.
- Provide warm handovers and accompany people to appointments where this is helpful, agreed and within the service plan.
- Help people with practical tasks such as phone calls, forms, identification, benefits enquiries and gathering information for appointments.
- Work closely with treatment, outreach, housing, health and other partners so that support is coordinated and responsibilities are clear.
- Advocate for people when stigma, exclusion or difficult processes create barriers to support.
- Support people at key transition points, including moving from the street into accommodation, leaving hospital, prison or treatment, or returning to services after disengagement.
- Help people connect with local groups, activities and community support that may improve wellbeing and reduce isolation.
- Support day-to-day service delivery by staffing open sessions including Saturdays (on rota), covering reception duties and attending relevant team and management meetings.
Recording, safety and outcomes
- Record all contacts, actions, referrals, risks and outcomes accurately and promptly on WSUP's case management system.
- Complete triage/ONS4 wellbeing monitoring at the agreed stages.
- Complete ERSRAT monitoring across the newly registered guests, active caseload, including baseline information and follow-up reviews.
- Identify safeguarding concerns, immediate risks and changes in a person's situation, and report or escalate them without delay.
- Follow WSUP procedures on confidentiality, consent, information sharing, lone working, incidents, professional boundaries and health and safety.
- Contribute to support plans, case reviews and multi-agency discussions.
- Help collect guest feedback, case studies and evidence of outcomes, with appropriate consent.
Working with co-located services
- Welcome and introduce people to visiting and co-located professionals.
- Help guests prepare for conversations with treatment, housing, health, benefits and other services.
- Share relevant information in line with WSUP policies and procedures.
- Follow up agreed actions and help guests understand what will happen next.
- Avoid taking over duties that belong to specialist, statutory or treatment providers.
Person Specification
Essential skills & experience
- Experience of supporting people affected by homelessness, rough sleeping, substance use, poor mental health or other disadvantages.
- Ability to build trusting relationships with people who may have had poor experiences of services.
- Good listening, communication and practical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to explain information clearly and support people to make their own choices.
- Ability to work positively with colleagues, co-located services and external partners.
- Ability to maintain clear professional boundaries.
- Ability to recognise and respond to safeguarding and risk concerns.
- Ability to organise a varied workload and keep accurate records.
- Commitment to equality, inclusion and non-judgemental practice.
- Willingness to work flexibly, including outreach and occasional evening or weekend work where agreed.
Desirable skills & experience
- Personal lived experience of substance use, recovery, homelessness or related issues, with the ability to use this experience safely and appropriately.
- Peer mentor or peer support training or qualification.
- Experience of helping people access treatment, health, housing or community services.
- Knowledge of local services in Greenwich or South East London.
- Basic computer skills. Training and support can be provided.
A community free from hardship and housing instability.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Help turn local generosity into life-changing support for people when they need it most.
At Braintree Area Foodbank, we believe no one in our community should have to face hunger or hardship alone.
We provide emergency food and practical support to individuals and families in crisis, while working towards longer-term solutions to poverty. Over recent years, we have increasingly focused on providing more in-depth support, helping people maximise their income, address the challenges they face and create the conditions to move forward.
Now, we are looking for a proactive and driven Fundraising Manager to help us build a sustainable future.
Please note that interviews will take place on the 15th of October 2026. We will be actively shortlisting and so will get in touch as soon as possible about inviting you to interview.
The role
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and grow our fundraising function. You will develop income from businesses, community organisations and individuals, building relationships that help turn local generosity into meaningful, long-term support.
You will have the freedom to identify opportunities, develop new ideas and build fundraising activity from a relatively blank slate. While we already have an established base of supporters and fundraising materials, there is significant scope to develop new relationships, improve supporter engagement and create sustainable sources of unrestricted income.
Working closely with the Charity Manager, staff and Trustees, you will play a key role in building a fundraising function capable of making a significant contribution towards the foodbank's future.
Fundraising Manager
Location: Braintree, Essex (hybrid working considered)
Contract: 2-year fixed term, part-time, 25 hours per week, with scope to increase in future
Salary: £18,000–£20,000 per year (£27,000–£30,000 FTE)
Annual Leave: 33 days including bank holidays (F.T.E)
What you'll be doing
- Developing and delivering fundraising activity across corporate, community and individual giving.
- Building relationships with local businesses and developing opportunities for partnerships, sponsorship, employee fundraising and other forms of support.
- Developing relationships with churches, schools, community groups and other local organisations.
- Growing individual giving, including encouraging one-off supporters to become regular donors.
- Identifying and approaching new supporters and proactively developing fundraising opportunities.
- Developing campaigns, appeals, newsletters and other communications that inspire people to support our work.
- Creating a structured approach to supporter stewardship, ensuring donors understand the difference their support makes.
- Building and maintaining a clear pipeline of fundraising opportunities and relationships.
- Maintaining accurate supporter records and ensuring appropriate GDPR and data protection practices.
- Monitoring fundraising activity and income, evaluating what works and reporting progress to the Charity Manager and Trustees.
- Developing and implementing an annual fundraising plan.
- Representing the foodbank at meetings, networking events and within the local community.
This job is for you if...
- You have experience in fundraising, business development, sales, income generation or another role involving securing financial support.
- You are confident building relationships and identifying new opportunities.
- You are comfortable approaching people, making the case for support and asking for financial contributions.
- You are an excellent communicator, both in person and in writing.
- You are proactive, self-motivated and enjoy working independently.
- You can turn ideas into practical action and are comfortable building something new.
- You are organised and able to manage multiple relationships, opportunities and priorities.
- You are confident using databases, spreadsheets, email and standard office software.
- You share our commitment to treating people experiencing hardship with dignity and respect.
Experience of charity fundraising, corporate partnerships, individual giving, community fundraising or supporter databases would be an advantage, but we welcome applications from people with transferable experience from other sectors.
About us
Braintree Area Foodbank is a charity founded on Christian principles. Not every member of our team is a Christian, but we share a commitment to the values that underpin our work and welcome applications from people who do the same.
We believe that all people are created equal and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people are treated fairly and with respect.
Why join us?
This is an opportunity to make a real difference locally while building something with long-term potential. You won't simply be maintaining an existing fundraising programme, you'll have the opportunity to shape it, grow it and help create a more sustainable future for a charity supporting thousands of people across our community.
Our mission is the prevention and relief of poverty in the Braintree District via emergency food, essentials and wrap around support
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Head of Finance and Operations
We are seeking an experienced finance and operations professional to provide strategic leadership within a growing environmental charity.
Salary: £60,000 FTE, £48,000 actual
Location: Home-based, UK, with some travel to London and occasional UK travel
Hours: 28 hours per week, four days
Contract: Permanent
Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 4 October
Interviews: First round on 13 & 14 October; Second round 16 October
About the role
This is a broad and influential senior leadership role covering finance, governance, operations, people and organisational development.
Working closely with the Executive Director, Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees, you will ensure the charity has the financial insight, effective systems and strong infrastructure needed to deliver its ambitions. You will also deputise for the Executive Director occasionally and provide line management for support functions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading financial operations, controls, budgeting, cash flow forecasting and management reporting
- Producing statutory accounts and managing the annual audit
- Monitoring restricted, designated and unrestricted funds
- Supporting the Board and Finance Committee with clear reporting, papers and effective governance
- Overseeing organisational risk, compliance, data protection, cyber security, insurance and business continuity
- Improving HR, IT, CRM, digital and operational systems
- Leading the responsible adoption of digital tools, automation and AI
- Coordinating organisational workplans and monitoring delivery against strategic priorities
- Overseeing recruitment, onboarding, employment processes and staff development
- Supporting an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing remote working culture
About you
You will be a qualified ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT accountant with at least seven years’ experience in finance and operations management, ideally within a charity or similarly values-led organisation.
You will also bring:
- Experience across HR, IT, risk, data protection and health and safety
- Strong financial planning, reporting and analytical skills
- Knowledge of accounting software, spreadsheets and CRM systems
- Experience managing and developing people
- Strategic thinking and proven project management skills
- Confidence working with trustees and producing board-level reports
- An understanding of how organisational systems support small, remote teams
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative, self-directed approach
Knowledge of charity governance, philanthropy, Salesforce, Xero or digital transformation would be advantageous. An interest in environmental issues and improving the planet for future generations is also welcomed.
About the organisation
You will join a UK environmental charity working to strengthen philanthropy and increase its impact in response to the climate and nature emergency.
The organisation supports a significant network of funders, advisers and fundraisers by sharing research and expertise, building relationships and encouraging greater investment in environmental causes.
It is a fully remote organisation with a culture founded on kindness, trust, inclusion and mutual respect. Benefits include flexible working, a 7% employer pension contribution, learning and development opportunities, and additional discretionary closure between Christmas and New Year.
Applications are encouraged from people who may not meet every element of the person specification. Adjustments can be made to support an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.
Other roles you may have experience of could include; Finance Director, Director of Finance and Operations, Head of Finance, Head of Operations, Chief Operating Officer, Charity Finance Director, Head of Resources or Director of Resources.
Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, NFP People.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Lead a service that changes lives
Do you want your leadership to have a direct and lasting impact on people affected by domestic abuse?
We are looking for an experienced, compassionate and motivated Domestic Abuse Service Manager to lead and develop our specialist services across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
This is much more than an operational management role. You will lead a committed team delivering support through safe accommodation, community and outreach services, helping ensure adults and children affected by domestic abuse receive safe, high-quality and empowering support when they need it most.
You’ll have the opportunity to shape services, strengthen partnerships and help define what excellent domestic abuse support looks like.
The opportunity
Reporting to the CEO, you will provide confident leadership across our domestic abuse services, managing a diverse team of practitioners, outreach workers, project staff, volunteers and others.
You’ll create a positive culture where staff feel valued, supported and able to deliver their best work, while maintaining high standards of safeguarding, quality and practice.
You’ll build strong relationships with police, housing, health, children’s services, courts, commissioners and voluntary sector partners, ensuring the voice, rights and safety of victim-survivors remain central.
As our Designated Safeguarding Lead, you’ll play a key role in developing a strong safeguarding culture across the organisation, ensuring concerns are managed effectively and learning leads to meaningful improvement.
You’ll also use data, outcomes and feedback to understand what is working, identify emerging needs and drive service development.
You will:
- Lead, support and develop a dedicated domestic abuse team.
- Oversee safe and effective delivery across refuge, community and outreach services.
- Champion trauma-informed, strengths-based and person-centred practice.
- Lead safeguarding for adults and children and contribute to multi-agency processes.
- Develop and deliver training on domestic abuse, safeguarding, risk and trauma-informed practice.
- Build effective relationships with commissioners and partner agencies.
- Monitor performance, analyse data and evidence the impact of our work.
- Contribute to service development, funding applications, tenders, policy and organisational learning.
- Ensure contractual, quality, health and safety and financial requirements are met.
- Promote equality, diversity, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice.
About you
You’ll have experience of managing people and services, together with a strong understanding of domestic abuse and its impact on adults and children. Experience within domestic abuse, safeguarding, housing, social care, family support or a similar specialist service would be highly relevant.
You’ll combine strong leadership with genuine compassion. You’ll be confident managing risk and complex situations, able to challenge poor practice when necessary, and committed to developing others.
We’re looking for someone who is:
- An inspiring and supportive people manager.
- Experienced in trauma-informed, person-centred
To improve the lives of survivors of domestic violence and abuse in the region by delivering high quality, trauma-informed support services and refuge


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
The Role
We are looking for a Grants Manager to join the Law Society to lead the delivery and development of our grant funding activity. Working across the full grant lifecycle, you will oversee funding programmes from screening, application and assessment through to monitoring, reporting and evaluation. You will ensure grants are administered effectively, in line with agreed governance arrangements, organisational policies and strategic objectives.
The role also involves stakeholder management with funded organisations and internal stakeholders, supporting decision-making groups and committees, monitoring performance and risk, and ensuring accurate reporting on outcomes and impact. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of grant management processes, evaluation frameworks and reporting approaches, helping to maximise the value and effectiveness of our funding activities.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and is passionate about supporting initiatives that deliver meaningful impact.
What we're looking for
We are seeking an organised and proactive professional with experience of managing grants, funding programmes or similar portfolios. You will have strong project management skills and be confident coordinating multiple activities and priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
You will be comfortable analysing information, assessing risks and producing clear reports and recommendations for a range of audiences. Experience of working within governance frameworks, carrying out due diligence activities and ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations will be highly beneficial.
The successful candidate will be an excellent relationship builder, capable of working effectively with internal colleagues, external organisations, committees and senior stakeholders. You will be a strong communicator with the ability to influence, collaborate and provide guidance where required. Above all, you will share the Law Society's commitment to inclusion, integrity and delivering positive outcomes through partnership working.
What's in it for you
Joining the Law Society means becoming part of an organisation that plays a vital role in supporting the legal profession and promoting access to justice. You will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that makes a tangible difference to organisations and communities across the sector.
We offer a supportive and inclusive working environment where collaboration, professional development and continuous learning are encouraged. Alongside a competitive salary and benefits package, you will have the opportunity to develop your expertise in grant management, stakeholder engagement and programme delivery while working with a broad range of internal and external partners. You will be empowered to bring new ideas, drive improvements and help shape the future of our grant funding activity.
The role is based in London at 113 Chancery Lane. The team currently works hybrid under a team charter where we come in the office at least two days per week. We offer a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation.
Please note: if you are an internal applicant, Pay Policy will apply.
Interviews will be held on 14 and 15 September 2026
Centre Manager
Norbrook Youth Centre, Bordley Walk, Wythenshawe, Manchester M23 0AR
Grade 6 Point 20 – 25, £30,750 - £34,303. (Full Time 35 hours, Permanent)
Introduction
Greater Manchester Youth Federation (GMYF) is a long-established charity running vibrant youth centres across Greater Manchester. We are dedicated to raising aspirations and creating opportunities for children and young people, particularly those facing disadvantage. Our work is rooted in youth voice, inclusion, strong relationships, and high-quality youth work practice that supports young people to develop confidence, resilience, and skills for life.
GMYF also delivers outdoor education and residential experiences, including provision at Ormside Mill in Cumbria and other residential settings nationwide, as part of its wider youth work offer, working across teams to ensure young people benefit from safe, inclusive, and developmental opportunities beyond their local communities.
Purpose of Role:
The Centre Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the youth centre and its wider community reach, with responsibility for high-quality youth work delivery and day to day centre operations, working within GMYF’s wider operational ad estates frameworks. high-quality, inclusive local provision. The postholder is the professional lead for youth work practice and delivery within the centre, with responsibility for shaping, developing, and continuously improving provision in line with GMYF’s values, safeguarding standards, and strategic priorities.
Reporting to the Director of Programmes, the Centre manager leads people, partnerships, and placebased development, ensuring the centre delivers strong outcomes for children and young people while contributing to the wider aims of GMYF.
Outdoor Education and residential opportunities are an integral and embedded part of the centre’s youth work offer, and the Centre Manager plays a key role in shaping, embedding, and developing these opportunities in partnership with the Outdoor Education Team to ensure they meet the local need and are accessible to young people.
This is a hands-on leadership role, balancing operational oversight with visible presence, relationship based practice, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management of Youth Work Delivery
- Provide strategic leadership for youth work delivery at centre level, including centre-based provision, outreach, and integrated Outdoor Education and residential opportunities, ensuring provision is planned, resourced and developed in response to local need, youth voice, and GMYF priorities.
- Provide clear professional leadership for high quality, inclusive youth work across centre based provision, outreach, offsite venues, and outdoor education youth work.
- Embed and champion GMYF’s youth work values, including youth voice, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
- Line manage staff including Youth Work Coordinator(s), Youth Workers, cleaners, and volunteers.
- Provide supervision, appraisal, and performance management, promoting reflective practice and professional development.
- Ensure staffing structures, rotas, and skills mix support safe, effective delivery.
- Foster a positive, professional, and supportive team culture.
Safety, Safeguarding and Compliance
- Act as a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
- Hold overall safeguarding responsibility for the centre and linked activities.
- Ensure safeguarding procedures are embedded, understood, and consistently applied.
- Promote inclusive, restorative and trauma informed practice.
- Ensure all safeguarding and behaviour related incidents are recorded, reviewed, and followed up.
- Maintain compliance with legislation, statutory guidance, and GMYF policies.
Centre Operations, Site Management and Health & Safety
- The Centre Manager holds responsibility for day-to-day site oversight and compliance, with additional estates support provided through GMYF’s central operations arrangements.
- Ensure the centre meets all Health & Safety and statutory requirements, working with GMYF’s Central Team and systems to maintain compliance.
- Oversee day-to-day site issues, Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), compliance checks, and inspections, escalating and co-ordinating works as required through organisational processes.
- Maintain oversight of building safety, security, and use of space.
- Ensure accurate records are maintained for staff, visitors, and young people.
- Ensure all off site activities, outreach, visits, and residentials are risk assessed and appropriately staffed.
- Hold overall responsibility for the safe opening and closing of the centre and the planning and oversight of fire, evacuation, and lockdown procedures, delegating operational leadership as appropriate when not on site
- Maintain good relations with neighbours and the local community.
Quality, Development and Partnership Working
- Lead centre-level self evaluation and contribute to GMYF organisational development and quality frameworks.
- Monitor outcomes for children and young people and use learning to improve provision.
- Contribute to funding bids, monitoring, and reporting.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with stakeholders including schools, community organisations, statutory services, and internal teams to support joined-up opportunities for young people.
- Represent the centre in organisational initiatives and networks.
Outdoor Education and Residential Provision
- Hold responsibility for pastoral leadership of young people accessing Outdoor Education provision linked to the centre, while the Outdoor Education Team is responsible for developing and providing outdoor education opportunities.
- Work collaboratively with the Outdoor Education Team to plan high-quality residentials and Outdoor Activities for the young people from the centre.
- Ensure good pastoral and wellbeing leadership before, during, and after residentials.
- Act as Group Leader and drive the minibus where required and appropriate, in line with compliance regulations.
- Lead reflective reviews following residentials and outdoor education activity.
Professional Conduct and Organisational Responsibilities
- Uphold GMYF’s values, policies, and professional standards.
- Ensure conduct reflects the responsibilities of a leadership and management role.
- Maintain a strong commitment to continuous professional development and reflective leadership practice, using supervision, learning, and organisational feedback to enhance personal effectiveness and support high-quality youth work delivery.
- Contribute positively to the wider culture and strategic development of GMYF.
- Undertake other duties commensurate with the role.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Qualifications & Professional Development
- Relevant qualification in Youth Work OR significant experience delivering youth work or related children and young people’s provision
- Commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and reflective leadership practice
- Willingness to undertake further relevant professional or leadership qualifications and development as required
Experience
- Experience delivering youth work or similar provision in a centre based, community, or outreach setting
- Experience supporting, supervising, or coordinating staff and/or volunteers.
- Experience working within safeguarding frameworks, including recording concerns and escalating appropriately
- Experience working with children and young people facing additional barriers to participation (e.g. SEND, trauma, disadvantage)
- Experience contributing to the planning, delivery, or improvement of provision, balancing operational delivery with quality and learning
Knowledge & Skills
- Sound understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and inclusive practice within youth or community settings
- Ability to promote positive behaviour cultures using restorative and trauma informed approaches.
- Ability to provide clear professional direction and guidance to team and colleagues
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, adaptable to young people, families, partners, and professionals
- Ability to oversee the safe delivery of centre based, outreach, and off site activities
- Ability to maintain accurate records and contribute to reports and organisational learning
- Competence in using IT systems to support communication, administration and service delivery
Leadership & Personal Attributes
- Ability to provide visible, values-led leadership within a busy operational environment
- Sound judgement and confidence in decision-making, with appropriate use of supervision, escalation and advice
- Ability to work collaboratively within a wider organisational structure and across internal teams
- Strong commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding, and young person-centred practice
- Resilience, adaptability, and the ability to manage competing priorities and pressures
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and occasional weekends
- Willingness to complete required training (e.g. First Aid, safeguarding, fire safety) within agreed timescales
- Enhanced DBS check
Desirable Criteria
- Degree level qualification in Youth Work
- Leadership or management qualification, or experience of leading teams in a youth work setting
- Experience contributing to funding bids, monitoring, evaluation, or reporting processes
- Experience leading or contributing to centre self evaluation or quality assurance frameworks
- Experience working in partnership with schools, local services, or community organisations
Other requirements
GMYF is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An Enhanced DBS is required for this post. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
This is a UK-based post and applicants must be living in and have the right to work in the UK. If applicable, please detail your Visa status in your covering email.
Please let us know if you need us to make any reasonable adjustments during the application or recruitment process and we’ll be happy to support you.
- Closing date for applications: 21st September 2026 @9:00am
- Formal nterview date:29th September 2026
- Young person part of interview date: 30th September 2026
- Start date: As soon as possible
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.


