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We are recruiting a Queer Space Coordinator to lead the development and delivery of Greenwich’s Queer Space. Queer Space is for LGBTQIA+ individuals (18+) who live or have a GP in the Royal Borough of Greenwich and are looking to connect with others and get support for their mental health through engaging with peers.
As this service is peer-led, we are looking for a proactive and compassionate individual, with lived experience of LGBTQIA+ communities and mental health challenges, to coordinate the programme. This will include developing the service in line with service users' needs, facilitating the fortnightly sessions, and leading on project management and administration. Alongside this, we would like the Coordinator to recruit and supervise peer support volunteers to support with group facilitation.
You will have experience in group development, facilitation, and volunteer management, and an excellent understanding of service user engagement, particularly with the LGBTQIA+ community. You will be highly organised and proficient with case management tasks and project management administration.
Groups will be held at the Forum at Greenwich community centre and will take place twice a month, once in the evening and once in the afternoon.
The role is for two 7.5 hour days per month, until 31 March 2027.
Successful applicants will be expected to undergo an Enhanced Level Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Closing date: Tuesday 5th May (11:59pm)
Likely interview date: Wednesday 13th May
We encourage early applications as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications.
About Us
SEL Mind supports people with mental health problems and dementia in the boroughs of Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark. We are proud of our diverse workforce and know that our organisation is made stronger by the variety of backgrounds, experience, and ideas within it. We promote a culture of inclusion and representation, and are working hard to build a workforce that even better reflects the communities we support.
SEL Mind is somewhere that you can be your authentic self without fear of discrimination on the grounds of ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, neurodivergence, gender, age, lived experience of mental health problems or anything else that’s part of who you are.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
We work to be there when it matters for people living with mental health problems and dementia in Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham, and Southwark
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Help lead a high-quality supported housing service and make a real difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness. Join SPEAR as our Hostel Manager and play a key role in supporting residents to achieve stability and move towards independent living.
SPEAR is a charity working to end homelessness across South West London. We believe homelessness should be rare, brief and non-recurring, and our teams work every day to support people into safe, stable accommodation.
We are looking for an experienced and motivated manager to lead a 14-bed, 24-hour supported hostel service in Richmond. You will oversee the day-to-day running of the service, ensuring it operates safely, effectively, and in line with SPEAR’s values, while delivering high-quality, trauma-informed support to residents with complex needs.
About the role
This is a hands-on leadership role where you will:
- Lead and manage a team including a Team Leader and Support Workers
- Ensure safe staffing levels and effective rota management
- Oversee safeguarding, risk management, and incident response
- Drive high standards of service delivery and resident support
- Build strong relationships with local authorities and partner agencies
- Ensure compliance with health and safety, including fire safety and building standards
- Support residents to progress towards independence and move-on opportunities
You will combine operational leadership, staff management, and service development to create a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused environment.
About you
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with people experiencing homelessness or complex needs
- Has managed or supervised staff in a supported housing, hostel, or similar setting
- Has strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and trauma-informed practice
- Can lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment
- Is confident managing complex and high-risk situations
- Has excellent communication and organisational skills
Why join us
At SPEAR, you’ll be part of a passionate, skilled team dedicated to ending homelessness. We offer a supportive environment where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact.
Your benefits
- Generous holiday – 26 days plus public holidays, rising to 31 days with length of service
- Wellbeing & EAP – 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme with free counselling, money and legal advice
- Health support – Occupational health service and free annual eye test (with contribution towards glasses if required)
- Cycle to Work – Save on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice
- Season ticket loan – Interest-free loan for annual travel passes
- Moving house day – Extra day’s leave when you move home
- Financial security – Life assurance (4x salary) and interest-free emergency staff loan
- Family-friendly policies – Enhanced maternity and adoption pay, plus flexible working options
- Career development – Ongoing training, learning and progression opportunities
- Blue Light Card – Discounts across a wide range of shops, restaurants and services
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About the role
We are looking for someone to join our service at South Camden Mental health Accommodation services as a Support Worker (known internally as a Project Worker). Across our service, we support people in High and low support accommodation who have a mental health diagnosis and other complex needs. We are committed to working with a Recovery Based Approach and supporting people to meet their individual needs.
Current Vacancies:
South Camden Mental Health Service: rota-based covering early (8am - 4pm), and late (2.15pm-10.15pm) shifts, plus weekends and bank holidays on rotation.
What you'll be doing
In the role of Project Worker, you will support clients on their journey toward increased independence. You will manage a caseload of residents, helping them develop the skills and confidence required to move on to appropriate longer‑term or independent accommodation. The role focuses on empowering residents to build on their strengths, develop practical life skills, and maintain independence in the community.
About You
Above all, you will have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives. If you have a good understanding of the complex issues faced by homeless people; personal experience of homelessness yourself and some experience of supporting vulnerable people through a process of change, we encourage you to apply.
You'll also need good interpersonal and listening skills; patience and resilience. We will provide you with the knowledge and training you need to work with clients in a holistic and person-centred way.
Why join us?
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Support clients to achieve personal goals and independence
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Deliver practical, person-centred support
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Be part of a committed, inclusive team
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Receive full training and development opportunities
St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.
How to apply
Applicants will be considered for all vacancies that are a suitable match with their skills and experience. However, if you do have a specific preference for location, please state this on your supporting statement.
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.
Closing date: 10 am on 18th May 2026
Interview and assessments on: 3rd / 4th June 2026
What we offer
- Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities
- A Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
- Great Pay and Other Benefits
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The South East Gambling Harms Partnership is a consortium of regional Citizens Advice offices that include: Wokingham, Reading, West Berkshire and East Berkshire offices in Berkshire and Hart, Rushmore, Basingstoke and Tadley in North Hampshire. This is a high-profile initiative funded by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) to tackle gambling harms through the collaboration of the South East Gambling Harms Partnership.
The Role
We are looking for a strategically-minded Regional Service Manager to lead the South East Gambling Harms Partnership. You will be the architect of our strategic engagement, building trusted partnerships with NHS commissioners and local authorities to ensure gambling harms are a priority in local health responses. You will lead a dedicated team of Training Leads and Prevention Workers, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation, building strong links with VCSE partners and the wider community.
Key Responsibilities
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Strategic Leadership & Influence: Act as the lead advocate for the partnership, engaging with NHS and Local Authority commissioners to ensure gambling harm prevention is embedded into local health strategies and regional policies.
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Partnership Management: Provide cohesive leadership for a collaboration of eight Citizens Advice offices, ensuring all locations are aligned, accountable, and integrating gambling screening into daily practice.
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Operational Oversight: Lead the project team (Data Officer, Training Leads, and Prevention Workers) to meet ambitious targets, while managing budgets, risks, and funder reporting.
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Stakeholder Engagement: Foster "trusted partner" relationships with grassroots organisations and wider community sectors to reach high-risk groups, including young people, veterans, minority communities and affected others.
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Night Support Worker
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Job Title: Night Recovery Worker
Location: Romford - Unfortunately there is no step free access available at this service.
Salary: £28,800
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week on a rolling rota between Monday to Sunday 20:00 - 09.30. You may be required to work outside these hours as per service requirements such as bank holidays and evenings.
About the Role
We're looking for a Night Support Worker to join our night team in successfully rehabilitating and reintegrating our male residents and participants into the community. In this role, you will provide pathways, support, and appropriate interventions to enable successful resettlement. You will also collaborate with internal and external partners and agencies to achieve desired outcomes.
Our Complex Needs Accommodation provides supported accommodation, bespoke person-centred care and support as well as intensive housing management services in the community for adults with specific accommodation and well-being support needs. You will ensure the smooth running of the night service by conducting welfare checks, supporting residents, and handling any issues that arise. The role includes completing administrative tasks and providing thorough handovers with day staff and managers to maintain consistent service.
Some key responsibilities include:
- Ensuring the safety and wellbeing of residents and participants at all times
- Focusing on empowering our residents to take control over their lives and meet their personal goals
- Planning activities to engage residents with other people, communities, and opportunities
- Building trusting professional relationships with residents, helping them to achieve their goals and aspirations which could be through tailored one to one sessions, group sessions, in and out of service activities, and general wellbeing check ins
- Be a valued and reliable member of the team, completing handovers for night colleagues for a seamless service
About You
We’re looking for someone with a genuine passion and felt purpose to help people, challenge stigma, and make a real difference to people’s lives!
We are looking for a team player, driven to provide high quality care and support to others, an effective communicator who is able to build rapport with others from various backgrounds. You will be compassionate, supportive, and empowering to others, whilst able to form effective, positive and motivational relationships.
- Experience of working with people of complex backgrounds and/or a good understanding of the sector, particularly around multiple and complex needs and homelessness
- Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face
- Ability to use, learn and adapt to IT at an intermediate level, including Microsoft and other software programs
- Ability and willingness to show flexibility of working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents
- Ability to promote the service and provide outreach-based provision, with an ability to liaise and work effectively in partnership with stakeholders
- Understanding of the different needs people with multiple and complex needs have and be aware of the social marginalisation that can be attached to people who face personal challenges
- Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we Offer
- 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Employer Pension Contribution
- Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
- Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
- EDI Ambassador programme
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.
We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
Additional Information
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Empowering independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital and off the streets
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Are you passionate about making a lasting difference to the lives of vulnerable adults?
We are currently looking for an Assistant Support Worker (known internally as Duty Worker) to join our Hammersmith & Fulham pathway. You will be based at the Coninghams; a 31 bed complex needs project.
The Coninghams is a fast‑paced service grounded in the Recovery Model and delivered within a psychologically informed environment. We support vulnerable people to manage and recover from a wide range of needs, including substance use, mental and physical health challenges, criminal justice involvement, budgeting, tenancy sustainment, and daily living skills.
In the pivotal role of Duty Worker, you will work on four weekly shift based pattern to support with the day to day running of the project including but not limited to overseeing set weekly H&S tasks, managing repairs, leading on and planning day to day appointments, at The Coninghams we offer our duty workers the opportunity to lead in a clients support and or to co-keywork.
You will often be the first person that our clients, contractors and visitors come into contact with, you will work closely with project workers, night staff, manager and external professionals to ensure the effective day to day running of the project.
About you
To thrive in this role you will be:
- Adaptable to a fast-paced environment while contributing to and drawing strength from a supportive team of experienced colleagues.
- Friendly, proactive and creative.
- Passionate and committed to the overall aims and objectives of the Rough Sleeping services.
- Competent in IT systems such as emails and Microsoft 365.
How to apply
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
Please visit our website and click the ‘Apply Now’ Button to start your online application form.
Closing date: 10am on 6 May 2026
Interview and assessments on: TBC
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Do you have a passion for working with people and the ability to empathise with others?
We are looking for a Housing Management Assistant to contribute & provide a safe and welcoming environment for our clients who are going through their individual recovery.
As a Housing Management Assistant, you will provide first contact, reception, and basic housing management services to vulnerable adults, in turn making a real difference to their lives and recovery.
Specifically, you will be responsible for the reception area, managing access to the buildings, housekeeping duties, rent collection, repairs management, contributing to inventory management, accurately logging and reporting incidents, and responding to neighbourhood concerns appropriately.
Hither Green Service (Spring Gardens and Hilda House) is a busy, flagship service which provides you with the opportunity to join a specialised and committed team supporting 68, multiple excluded, highly vulnerable adults with complex needs in Lewisham.
About you
You will be someone who is keen to be involved in helping people rebuild their lives after experiencing homelessness and can demonstrate the below.
- Understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerable people and the difficulties they experience in accessing services; or you may have personal experience of homelessness.
- Experience of managing complex and difficult situations in relation to people and basic strategies to deal with challenging behaviour.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with others.
Direct experience is not needed, therefore making this role a great entry for the right candidate who has a genuine desire to develop a career in helping vulnerable people.
St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.
How to apply
To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document’ tab on the advert page on our website.
Please take a look at our website and apply by clicking the ‘Apply Now’ Button to start your online application form.
Closing date: 10am on 8 May 2026
Interview and assessments on: TBC
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Mind in Croydon is seeking a compassionate, proactive and community-focused Social Networking Caseworker to support adults experiencing severe and enduring mental health challenges to build confidence, strengthen social networks and engage in meaningful community activities.
This is a person-centred, recovery-focused role working with a caseload of up to 35 individuals. You will support people to identify their goals, access mainstream opportunities such as education, physical activity, cultural groups and volunteering, and gradually reduce reliance on statutory services where appropriate.
The role combines direct one-to-one support, partnership working with mental health professionals and community organisations, and the development of group activities at Fairfield House, Croydon. You will play a key role in enabling people to rebuild independence, confidence and community connections.
This post requires flexibility to meet the needs of the service, which may include occasional weekend work, as part of the rota. Time off in lieu (TOIL) will be provided where additional hours are worked, and there is no routine expectation of frequent out-of-hours working.
If you are motivated by social inclusion, empowerment and practical recovery support, we would welcome your application.
Hours 36 hours a week, full time, worked across a rota covering Saturdays
Reports to: Social Networking Manager
Based at: Mind in Croydon Fairfield House 10 Altyre Road, East Croydon, flexible working with regular presence across our premises and community sites across the London Borough of Croydon
To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV and a cover letter no longer than 2 A4 pages to, outlining your reasons for applying and demonstrating how you meet the criteria set out in the person specification.
Registered Charity
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Mind in Croydon is working to promote good mental health. It seeks to empower people to lead a full life as part of their local community.
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Secondment/Fixed Term opportunity until March 31st 2027
The Rough Sleeping Prevention Project (RSPP) works across Islington and Lambeth and provides a rapid response service, intervening to ensure no one needs to sleep rough.
What you'll be doing
In the role of a Support Assistant (known internally as Hub Assistant), you'll jointly manage the safe day to day running of the project with other members of the team and to provide basic support and advice to clients. You will also be the first point of contact for clients and visitors and coordinating the Health and Safety within the service.
In this vital role, it is essential that you are flexible to work on the weekly rota to ensure services are accessible to those who are homeless, at the time they most need our support.
Working days are Monday – Friday. Exact hours to be agreed upon.
About you
We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic people to join us. If you have a genuine desire to support people to transform their lives you don’t need to have direct experience to succeed in these roles. Why not give it a go by joining the team to support our clients on their recovery journey?
You’ll have good interpersonal and listening skills, patience and resilience and the ability to adapt to new situations. We will provide you with the rest through our training and development programs, where you will develop the skills to provide high quality person centred support to clients.
If you have a good understanding of the complex issues faced by homeless people and the ability to manage complex behaviours and to deal with people who may be in a difficult personal or emotional situation we encourage you to apply!
How to apply
To find out more and apply please click the apply button.
Early application is advised, as we may close the vacancy earlier than advised should we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Closing date: 10am on 11th May 2026
Interview and assessments on: 21st May 2026
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Recovery Support Workers (Mental Health) – The Recovery House
£26,229 per annum
Birmingham, West Midlands
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Permanent
The Recovery House is a brand new, exciting and innovative service forour client and is an opportunity to create a flagship standard of support and care for those in mental health crisis. Working closely with the Recovery House Team, the role is pivotal to the effective and safe delivery of the service.
About the role
The role of Recovery Support Worker will work as part of a team in our clients regulated services and is an important role for the delivery of recovery-based and prevention services withinour clients organisation. The role will be central to the smooth running of the 24/7 service provided by Recovery House.
You will support the Waking Night team of Recovery Support Workers in providing a continuous and safe delivery of support, always ensuring high quality and person-centred care. Ensuring that compliance and adherence to CQC standards is upheld and provide appropriate information to managers. You will work in a person-centred way alongside colleagues an NHS clinical partners to de-escalate mental health crisis and help service users to return home and be pivotal in the provision of a welcoming, calm and safe environment.
The Recovery Support Worker will support the team in mobilising the service and work in a way that conforms with the expectations of the CQC, NHS and our clients standards. You will take an active part in all appropriate meetings and create and implement service user assessments and support practices.
About you
You will need to be skilful in quickly developing strong relationships with users of the service and able to support the de-escalation of crisis and the provision of a calm and supportive environment; delivering person centred interventions.
We are looking for someone who experience in delivering services in a CQC regulated residential or supported living environment, who has experience of working in partnership with key stakeholders and partner organisations. You will be knowledgeable in and committed to the “Recovery Model "of mental health support and be experienced in delivering person centred care. You will be able to provide a caring and compassionate care to service users, with the ability to provide and maintain a high-quality environment at short notice.
This role will involve working on a rota, including some evenings and weekends.
Staff benefits include an attractive defined contribution pension scheme, PayCare, which offers employees affordable cover for a range of healthcare treatments, an Employee Assistance Programme that includes free counselling, a cycle to work scheme, and a comprehensive training programme.
Our client is extremely proud to have a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities that they work with. They strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges as their perspectives enrich their teams. They are also committed to changing the ethnic diversity of their management team and particularly encourage applicants from minority communities to apply for this role.
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months. They are not a registered sponsor and therefore are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
Their people are key to the success of the organisation, and they are recognised as both a Mindful Employer as well as achieving Gold standard success in Investors in People. They welcome applications from people who have experienced mental health difficulties.
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 12th May 2026
Interviews will take place on Wednesday 20th May 2026
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We are an amazing local charity, supporting people across Huntingdonshire with cancer. Would you like to be involved in improving the lives of people affected by cancer?Are you confident and proactive, keen to seek out opportunities and listen to what people are doing and want to do to raise funds?
If yes, then the role of Fundraising Manager at HCCN might be for you!
All the charity’s income is generated through fundraising, grants, donations and gifts. This role is at the heart of our operations, central to ensuring a sustainable income stream, ensuring we continue to help people with cancer back to independence with a renewed sense of self-esteem. You’ll be a key part of our small but mighty Operations Team.
We need our Fundraising Manager to:
●Develop, implement, monitor and report regularly on an annual fundraising plan and budget to deliver the charity’s fundraising objectives while minimising financial risk
●Be responsible for the development and delivery of events
●Be the face of HCCN during fundraising events
●Recruit volunteers to assist at events, developing strong relationships and identifying and cultivating supporters to develop new fundraising opportunities and partnerships
●Keep the HCCN database up to date and ensure it is used as an effective means of communication, information, networking and reporting. Ensure all data is GDPR compliant.
●Work with the Operations Manager to review targets and budgets. Produce financial and activity reports, forming part of the charity’s financial and business plan review.
●Seek opportunities to apply for grants. Write grant applications for Trustee approval. Develop legacy giving
The attributes you will need:
●Represent the charity positively and professionally
●A strong relationship builder and networker, comfortable both in corporate environments and community settings.
●Able to recruit, develop, inspire and manage volunteers - individuals and teams
●Be proactive and have the confidence to use own initiative
●Strong team player
●Unflappable, ‘can do’ attitude
●Self-motivated and able to work without close supervision, once provided with guidance
●Identify and mitigate risks at fundraising events, including risk assessment
●know and care about people with cancer and the issues that affect them
Training will be provided.
This role is hybrid. The successful applicant will be home based with local travel as required to support fundraising activity, with occasional evening and weekend working in the Huntingdon area.
The time commitment is 25 hours per week. We offer pension benefits and paid holidays.
You must live within easy reach of Huntingdon and be able to drive with your own vehicle.
The ideal person will be friendly, proactive, enthusiastic, and have great attention to detail. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive and friendly team environment, this position offers a chance to make a real difference.
To find out more about the role and how to apply please read our job description.
Our values, at HCCN:
- We are committed to evidence‑based practice
- We value compassion, dignity and respect
- We use our resources responsibly to benefit people affected by cancer
- We listen to understand the needs of the people we support
- We work in partnership with healthcare professionals
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HCCN is a charity supporting people across Huntingdonshire living with or beyond a cancer diagnosis - living your best life despite cancer
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Are you ready to lead something from the ground up? Help us create REST – a new daytime drop-in hub focused on recovery, support and conversations held over a good cuppa!
We are looking for a compassionate and reliable Community Services Manager to help create and lead the REST Hubs Service across Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality and holistic support for individuals accessing the service who may be experiencing mental distress.
Located in central Ipswich and Bury St Edmunds, you will oversee both services, proactively developing both sites into recognised wellbeing hubs within their local communities, building strong partnerships and creating accessible pathways into wider wellbeing support.
You will be responsible for the operational delivery of both sites, including recruiting and managing 6 members of staff, partnership development, contract compliance and reporting, managing health & safety alongside ongoing service development in line with commissioner expectations.
At Suffolk Mind, our mission is to make Suffolk the best place in the world for talking about and taking care of mental health.
Key information:
· Hours: 37 hours per week
· Work pattern: 9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday
· Salary: £32,480.00 - £36,032.50 per year
· Location: Ipswich & Bury St Edmunds
· Transport: Driving licence and own transport is essential as travel will be required between both sites
· Contract type: Fixed term until 31st March 2027 (subject to service contract renewal)
Why work for Suffolk Mind?
We are committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff and have tailored our benefits package* to support this; we offer:
· 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays as standard– increasing to 30 days with length of service (pro rata for part time employees)
· Your birthday day off
· An option to buy or sell annual leave
· Health and dental care insurance plan
· Occupational sick pay scheme
· Pension scheme
· Blue Light Card – offering discounts on 100’s of retailers both in store and online
· Monetary reward for length of service
· Refer a friend scheme
Plus, internal wellbeing courses, opportunities for training, flexible and hybrid working options, excellent support and job satisfaction.
Is the job for you?
Below is a brief summary of the key requirements for this role, but for more information please make sure you visit the vacancies page on our website and download the full job description and person specification.
· Essential:
o At least 2-3 years’ experience of working with adults in a mental health environment
o Ability to work in high-pressure, emotionally demanding environments with people suffering mental distress
o Full valid UK driving license and own transport
o Enhanced & Adult’s Barred DBS check (arranged by Suffolk Mind)
· Desirable:
o Qualification in mental health e.g. DipSW, RMN, NVQ3, Cert 3, Human Givens diploma, Counselling or equivalent
o Good listening and people skills, especially supporting staff in complex situations
o Experience in recruiting, setting up and managing teams
o Experience in working with a similar REST or equivalent service
If you are looking to use your skills towards a career where your need for meaning and purpose are met, then come and join our team.
To apply, please complete a Suffolk Mind Application form by visiting our website, select ‘get involved’ from the top menu then ‘vacancies’ in the drop down list.
Closing date for applications: midnight Sunday 10th May 2026
We reserve the right to close this job advert once a suitable a candidate has been found, therefore successful candidates may be contacted to interview at any time throughout the advertising process and would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Interviews date: week commencing 18th May 2026
Interview questions may be sent in advance of interview.
We aim to let all applicants know the status of their application within 4 weeks from closing.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship on this role.
Please complete our Equality and Diversity Survey here.
If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments.
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Suffolk Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people, and adults at risk who have contact with our services and personnel. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background and DBS checks will be required for relevant posts as part of our Safer Recruitment procedures.
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Additional keywords: Community Service Manager, day drop in, mental health, charity, recover, recovery, eat, support, talk, hub,
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Specialist Support Worker
We're looking for a kind, compassionate and resilient Specialist Support Worker to join our Mental Health Service in Newham. No personal care or experience required, just the right values.
£31,593.00 per annum, working 40 hours per week.
Want to feel valued? You'll feel at home here.
Our benefits include:
- Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
- Free DBS
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
Specialist Support Workers within Look Ahead are required to have either an extra dimension of experience or a higher qualification level as determined relevant for the particular post.
What you'll do:
This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead .
- Work in partnership with our external partners
- Building supportive, trusting relationships with customers and creating a positive atmosphere
- Carrying out holistic assessments of new customers which incorporate relevant statutory referral information
- Conducting regular key work sessions that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals
- Create support plans for providing appropriate services based on on-going assessment and reflecting the services and resources available to enable customer to progress in their recovery
- Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with customers within an attitude of 'positive risk taking
About you:
- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour * Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
What you'll bring:
Essential:
- NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with some or equivalent sector work experience
Desirable:
- Other relevant professional memberships and/or specialist qualifications and languages
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
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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!
Job Purpose
The Area Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership for Treasures Foundation’s new ambulatory detox facility and first-stage supported housing service. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed support for women experiencing multiple disadvantage, including addiction, abuse, coercive control, poverty, mental health challenges, and involvement with the criminal justice system.
The postholder will lead teams, oversee service delivery, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive positive outcomes for women on their recovery journeys.
Key Responsibilities
Service Leadership & Delivery
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the ambulatory detox service and supported housing provision.
- Ensure services are safe, effective, person-centred, and trauma-informed.
- Embed a strengths-based approach that promotes recovery, independence, and long-term stability.
- Develop and implement service models, policies, and procedures in line with best practice.
- Work alongside the drug and alcohol teams who will hold the clinical risk (Our team will provide the support element)
Staff Management & Development
- Recruit, supervise, and support a multidisciplinary team.
- Provide regular supervision, appraisal, and professional development opportunities.
- Promote a positive, inclusive, and reflective team culture.
- Manage performance, absence, and wellbeing of staff.
Safeguarding & Risk Management
- Act as the safeguarding lead for the services.
- Ensure robust safeguarding practices are implemented and maintained.
- Oversee risk assessments and risk management processes for residents and service users.
- Respond effectively to incidents and ensure learning is embedded.
Partnership Working
- Build and maintain strong relationships with external partners including health services, substance misuse services, criminal justice agencies, and local authorities.
- Represent Treasures Foundation in multi-agency meetings and forums.
- Support pathways into and out of services to ensure continuity of care.
Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Ensure services meet all regulatory and contractual requirements.
- Monitor service performance, outcomes, and quality standards.
- Lead inspections, audits, and reporting processes.
- Maintain accurate records and data in line with GDPR and organisational policies.
Financial & Resource Management
- Manage service budgets effectively, ensuring value for money.
- Oversee staffing rotas and resource allocation.
- Contribute to funding reports and support future funding opportunities.
Service Development
- Contribute to the growth and development of Treasures Foundation services.
- Identify gaps and opportunities to enhance provision.
- Support the development of innovative approaches to supporting women with complex needs.
Person Specification
Essential
- Significant experience managing services in substance misuse, housing, or related fields.
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and working with women experiencing multiple disadvantage.
- Experience of leading and developing teams.
- Knowledge of safeguarding practices and risk management.
- Experience working with multi-agency partners.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
Desirable
- Relevant professional qualification (e.g. social work, health, housing, or management).
- Experience managing detox or residential services.
- Knowledge of the criminal justice system and pathways.
- Lived experience (or strong understanding) of the challenges faced by the client group.
Core Values & Expectations
- Commitment to empowering women and promoting dignity, respect, and equality.
- Ability to work in a compassionate, non-judgmental, and strengths-based way.
- Alignment with the mission and values of Treasures Foundation.
Additional Information
- The role may require occasional evening or weekend work in emergency situations
- An enhanced DBS check will be required.
Registered Charity
6 - 10
Treasures Foundation was established to provide accommodation and outreach support for women who have a history of drug abuse and offending.
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Learning and Development Manager
Location: Vauxhall
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full time
Closing date: 26th May 2025
Are you a passionate Learning & Development professional who knows how to turn strategy into engaging, high-impact learning?
We’re looking for an experienced L&D Manager to join us in Vauxhall, working full time, 35 hours per week, leading the delivery of an organisation-wide learning strategy that develops people, builds capability and drives performance.
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape learning across a purpose-led organisation, leading a team of facilitators and working closely with senior leaders, HR and subject matter experts to deliver training that truly makes a difference.
What you’ll be doing:
- Lead the delivery of organisational learning programmes including induction, compliance, leadership, management, EDI and behavioural skills
- Manage and develop a team of L&D Training Facilitators
- Oversee training schedules and rotas to ensure seamless delivery across the business
- Step in to facilitate sessions where required
- Partner with internal teams to translate specialist knowledge into engaging, practical training
- Ensure all learning content is high-quality, inclusive and aligned to business needs
- Own LMS content, reporting, training data and performance metrics
- Support annual and quarterly L&D planning, KPI reporting and continuous improvement
- Oversee apprenticeships, skills mapping and development pathways
What we’re looking for:
- Proven experience in L&D, facilitation and people management
- Strong track record designing and delivering both digital and face-to-face learning
- Ability to analyse training needs and measure learning impact
- Confident communicator who can engage a wide range of audiences
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
- Experience using Microsoft Office and LMS platforms
- Experience delivering training linked to therapeutic, recovery-focused or psychosocial practice
Ideally, you’ll also have:
- Experience in the charity, social care, justice or recovery sectors
- Knowledge of apprenticeships or accredited programmes
- CIPD qualification (or equivalent)
Qualifications:
- Level 5 Certificate/Diploma in Learning & Development (or willingness to work towards)
This is more than an L&D role, it’s a chance to influence culture, develop people and help create lasting impact through learning.
About Us
We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change.
We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits:
- Flexible working
- Training and development opportunities
- Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional)
- Season Ticket Loan Scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Crisis Loan Scheme
- Electric Car Scheme
- 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees)
- Access to Blue Light Card
- 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
- Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter
- Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary)
- Critical Illness Insurance (subject to qualifying criteria)
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Forward Trust, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
