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Acorns Children’s Hospice provides specialist care and support for babies, children and young people who are life limited or life threatened. Supporting over 750 children and nearly 1,000 families annually, Acorns is a vital lifeline for families across the West Midlands and Gloucestershire during unimaginably difficult times.
Over the past three years, Acorns’ leadership has strengthened collaboration and innovation across the charity and embedded an organisation-wide fundraising culture. With an integrated fundraising structure and an ambitious £5m appeal ahead, Acorns is continuing to invest in the systems, insight and stewardship that will deepen relationships with supporters and grow long-term income.
Acorns is now seeking a Donor Experience Manager to play a key role in delivering an exceptional supporter experience across the fundraising directorate. Reporting to the Head of Donor Experience, the Donor Experience Manager will lead the delivery of engaging, insight-led donor journeys across multiple fundraising channels.
You will work closely with fundraising, marketing and care teams to ensure that every supporter interaction – from initial engagement through to long-term stewardship – is consistent, personalised and meaningful. Through effective stewardship, compelling communications and strong operational delivery, you will help strengthen supporter relationships and drive long-term retention.
The role will also oversee supporter care operations, ensuring high standards in donation processing, thanking, pledge management and supporter communications. Using CRM data (Donorfy), supporter feedback and insight, you will continuously refine stewardship activity and donor journeys to improve engagement and lifetime value.
As Donor Experience Manager, you will:
- Line manage and develop the Donor Experience Officer, ensuring high standards of supporter care and operational delivery
- Design and deliver multi-channel donor journeys that strengthen engagement, retention and supporter lifetime value
- Manage the annual fundraising communications plan and identify meaningful stewardship opportunities across fundraising activity
- Develop and maintain a central fundraising content library including case studies, stories and impact materials
- Work with fundraising, marketing and care teams to produce compelling supporter communications and impact reports
- Support bespoke stewardship and recognition activity for major donors and high-value supporters
- Champion digital engagement, automation and personalisation across supporter communications
- Lead supporter satisfaction surveys and use insight to continuously improve donor journeys
- Oversee supporter care processes including donation processing, thanking, pledge tracking and supporter enquiries
- Use CRM data (Donorfy) and insight to monitor engagement, retention and supporter behaviour and inform fundraising activity
- Support the delivery of supporter events and contribute to financial monitoring and campaign reporting.
About you
You will bring a strong commitment to excellent supporter care and a passion for delivering meaningful donor experiences.
Organised, collaborative and creative, you will be confident working across teams to deliver engaging stewardship activity while maintaining high operational standards.
Essential skills and experience include:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing engaging supporter communications
- Experience planning and managing projects or complex workloads across multiple stakeholders
- A strong commitment to delivering outstanding supporter care
- Experience working within a fundraising or supporter-focused team
- Understanding of donor motivation, stewardship and supporter retention
- Experience using CRM systems such as Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, Donorfy or similar
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively across teams
- An analytical mindset with the ability to use insight and feedback to improve supporter engagement.
Employee benefits
Benefits include:
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 5 days holiday buyback scheme starting from April 2026
- 7.5% employer pension contribution
- Life assurance scheme (2 x annual salary)
- Retail discounts (including the Blue Light card)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted gym membership
- Access to expert financial health and wellbeing support
Acorns Children's Hospice are partnering with Laura Macnamara at Quarterfive for this appointment.
To apply, please upload your CV, making sure it reflects the essential skills and experience outlined above. You can use the notes section to share any additional information. Suitable applicants will be contacted and given full support with the formal application process.
Round 1 interviews – w/c 6th April
Round 2 interviews – w/c 13th April
We are looking for a Senior Graphic Designer to join our award-winning Content and Creative team at Friends of the Earth.
You’ll be an experienced designer bursting with creative ideas and passionate about using your skills to tell compelling stories that inspire people to take action. You’ll have the ability to develop our visual brand, to lead on the production of bold, audience-centric concepts, and to work closely with videographers and copywriters to support the organisation’s ambitious campaigning, activism and fundraising goals.
You will also line manage the Midweight Graphic Designer and oversee all graphic design output to ensure it is high quality, rooted in insight and delivered on time.
Key Skills and Attributes:
You’ll have a strong portfolio that demonstrates high-quality, impactful design tailored to different audiences and objectives. You will be confident in developing innovative concepts that work across multiple digital and print channels, and in managing a variety of design projects.
You will also be experienced in commissioning freelancers and line-managing or providing mentorship to team members, as well as possessing top-notch stakeholder communication skills and the ability to interrogate a brief.
The team:
This role is on the Content and Creative team, which sits in the Engagement directorate.
The team consists of 9 roles:
Head of Content and Creative (line manager for this role)
Senior Graphic Designer (this role)
Midweight Graphic Designer (line report of this role)
Creative Producer (film and photography)
Videographers x 2
Digital Product Manager
Digital Developer
Content Designer
We work with a variety of teams across the organisation, including Income Generation, Campaigns, Activism and Marketing to produce engaging creative, web content and digital products for paid, owned and earned channels – so no two days are the same.
Our goal is to develop the most impactful content possible to support the organisation’s urgent and exciting mission: a greener, fairer future for everyone. We need creative experts who are passionate about fighting for people and our planet to help us reach new audiences and inspire powerful collective action.
Closing date: Monday 30th March 2026 (23:59)
Hours: Full time (30 hours over 4 days)
Location: Flexible across England, Wales and Northern Ireland
(London salary applicable to candidates who live in London or are based in the London office a minimum of two days a week)
Please note we only accept applications via the Friends of the Earth Application System.
We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance including a 4-day working week with no loss of pay, excellent learning and development opportunities and a vibrant organisational culture.
Our staff body is currently under-representative of People of Colour, LGBTQIA+ people and people with long term conditions or impairments. We are committed to eroding these historic barriers, so as to create a movement in which people from all walks of life see themselves in, and so we particularly encourage you to apply if you belong to one of these groups or sit at multiple intersections of disadvantage. We are committed to the Disability Confident standard and will guarantee an interview to any candidates who declare a disability and who meet the essential criteria for the role.
Friends of the Earth staff who publicly represent Friends of the Earth (including all campaigners) are not allowed to also represent a political party. This is to ensure that there can be no confusion in the minds of the public about Friends of the Earth's party-political independence. Affected staff should also seek permission from the Senior Management Team if they wish to hold a non-public facing official role in a political party. If this is an issue, please do raise this with us as soon as possible.
Friends of the Earth is an international community dedicated to protecting the natural world and the wellbeing of everyone in it. We lead campaigns, provide resources and information, and drive real solutions to the environmental problems facing us all.
We are part of an international community dedicated to protecting the natural world and the wellbeing of everyone in it.


The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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To navigate the collaboration between BDEF and Adult Social Care (Bristol City Council), making sure that people with lived expertise lead decisions about the services they rely on, guided by the Co‑Production Policy and Disability Equality principles. Please see the attachments for full Job Description and Person Specification, including links to definitions and relevant policies.
Co‑Design and Co‑Production Worker
Hours: 28 hours per week. Must be flexible and be available for occasional work outside of usual work hours.
Salary: £30,229.28 pro rata (depending on successful completion of the Probationary Period). For the hours, this would work out at £24,183.43 annually. Point 7 on BDEF Pay Policy.
Purpose: To navigate the collaboration between BDEF and Adult Social Care (Bristol City Council), making sure that people with lived expertise lead decisions about the services they rely on, guided by the Co‑Production Policy and Disability Equality principles.
Reports to: Director of BDEF.
Based at: Chelsea Room, Easton Community Centre, Kilburn Street, Easton, Bristol, BS5 6AW. However, we support flexible working arrangements and hybrid working as we are committed to supporting our workers to meet their needs. If this is relevant for you, this can be discussed.
Contract: This is a fixed term contract until March 2029.
Access: We are a Disabled people led organisation. This role is for Disabled people to apply for. As such, support to make reasonable adjustments and/or support to apply for Access to Work will be embedded from the start of working with us.
As an organisation, we also use Social Model Identity First language such as ‘Disabled people’ and ‘impairments’ or ‘health conditions’.
We know there are Disabled applicants who will have faced many barriers in developing their careers. When you read the job description and person specification, think about your potential to meet the requirements.
If there are items on the person specification where you feel you don't strictly meet the skills or experience listed but you already have strategies, support, or technology to meet these skills in a way that works for you (or you feel with the right support you could excel at) then please apply.
Co-Design and Co-Production
BDEF’s Director previously supported Bristol City Council Adult Social Care to create a Co‑production Policy. This policy was developed because there was no clear, fair, or consistent way for the Council to involve people with lived experience of using Adult Social Care services.
The policy:
- Is designed through co-production between Disabled people, Carers, Community and Voluntary Sector workers and council officers.
- Clearly defines consultation, engagement, co‑design and co‑production.
- Sets expectations for inclusive, equitable involvement.
- Has been fully adopted and approved by Adult Social Care.
- Is intended to guide all future Adult Social Care work.
Following feedback, Bristol City Council has now contracted BDEF, a Disabled‑people‑led organisation, to take this work forward. This, as part of this contract, role will focus on supporting, embedding and putting the policy into practice, ensuring that people with lived expertise are meaningfully involved in shaping Adult Social Care services.
The role will work closely with people with lived expertise of Adult Social Care services (Disabled people and carers among others), Bristol City Council Adult Social Care officers, community and voluntary organisations and BDEF colleagues. The role holder will work directly with BDEF Director who will offer advice and support.
The main duties can be found in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
We particularly encourage people with intersectional experiences to get in touch, including but not limited to:
● Disabled people who are Black, Brown or racially minoritised communities.
● Disabled non-binary, trans or gender fluid people.
● Disabled people with lived understanding of refugee or asylum experiences and/or systems (although must now have right to work in UK).
● LGBTQIA+ Disabled people.
● Any other Disabled individuals with lived experience of multiple marginalisations.
Deadline:
Please return the application (in whatever form you choose) by 5pm on Tuesday 24th March 2026.
We will accept applications in the forms of written word, voice recording and/or video if writing an application form isn’t the best format for you. Application packs are also available in accessible formats.
If you would like this application form in any other format or would like to submit your application in a different format, please contact us.
With your CV, please include minimal relevant experience, including volunteering, professional and other. The focus in assessing your application will be based on your answers to the screening questions.
We will not accept applications that appear to be written entirely by generative AI without personal input.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Family Support Worker
£24,000 pa + Company Car and benefits (including 25 days annual leave, reward scheme and pension)
This role covers London & South East. You must be able to work across London boroughs
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need.
About the role:
We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker, on a full time basis (35 hours per week), to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our London & South East Care Team.
Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the London & South East Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness.
Having worked in a demanding and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact.
Location:
This role covers London & South East. You must be able to work across London boroughs
What we’re looking for:
· An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care
· A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly
· Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines
· Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice)
· A persuasive and open communicator - you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates
· A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people and their families – aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential.
What we offer:
· We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including:
· Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
· Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Help@Hand
· Company car for front line care posts
· 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
· Time off in Lieu
· Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
· Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes
· A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme
· Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
· Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%
· The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping
· Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth
If you’d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our website.
As part of our learning and development Anne Harris Skills Development Programme, we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation.
Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, introduction to play.
The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs.
About us:
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.
How to apply:
Please visit our website via the link and apply online.
Closing date: 26 February 2026
Interview Date to be confirmed
Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application.
Interviews will take place at our Essex Care Team office with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful. If you require any adjustments during the interview process, please let us know.
There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver’s licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are a Best Companies One-Star rated organisation.
About the role
We are recruiting for a Senior Research Communications Officer to join on a fixed-term contract for 12 months. This is a home-based role, working full-time, 35 hours per week.
Research is central to our mission and ambition. With a portfolio of more than 100 active grants worth over £50 million, we are committed to accelerating progress and ensuring that breakthroughs in dementia research are clearly understood, widely shared and effectively championed.
As Senior Research Communications Officer you’ll use your understanding of biomedical research and your extensive communication skills to convey complex research content to a range of audiences in a clear and engaging manner. The research content will be both from our own research portfolio and from the wider research field through our Mail Metro partnership and wider media outlets.
You will lead on the coordination and planning of research-related content that we can amplify through our Mail Metro Media partnership, both editorial and social media content, as well as wider proactive research media content across other outlets. You will translate complex biomedical science into clear, engaging and accessible content that informs, inspires and drives influence.
You will also play a leading role in proactive and reactive media engagement - drafting national press statements, developing trade press articles and acting as a spokesperson on research related topics following media training.
Interviews for this role have been provisionally scheduled to take place via MS Teams on Tuesday 31st March and Wednesday 1st April.
About you
Joining us, you will combine scientific understanding with the ability to craft compelling and engaging narratives. You’ll likely have a background in or a good understanding of biomedical research, science or research communications. You’ll have experience in delivering high profile integrated communications plans with good editorial judgement and a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Crucially, you’ll have experience communicating complex research in an accessible way to non-specialist audiences and experience drafting press statements and media-facing content. You’ll be able to work both collaboratively and independently in time-sensitive situations and you’ll have the ability to manage stakeholders and advise colleagues at all levels.
What you’ll focus on:
- Translating complex biomedical research into clear, engaging messaging for non-scientific audiences.
- Leading and developing an integrated communications plan to support research related content for the Mail Metro partnership
- Developing and distributing press materials for national and trade media, supporting proactive and reactive media engagement.
- Acting as a research spokesperson in print and broadcast media (following training).
- Working collaboratively across research, policy, fundraising and communications teams to align messaging and maximise impact.
- Ensuring accuracy, clarity and consistency across all research communications outputs.
About Alzheimer's Society - who are we and what’s our mission?
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime.
At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding ground-breaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be.
Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as part of a minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.
Our hiring process
We want you to bring your whole self to the process. Applications are anonymised until interview stage, and we’re happy to support any adjustments. Share your feedback via our candidate survey when applying to help us improve. We may close early if we receive high interest (with 48 hours’ notice). Some roles may require a DBS check as part of our safer recruitment commitment. Thinking about using AI during the recruitment process? We know this can be helpful in many ways but remember to include your personal and authentic self too. Your voice and experience are what really set you apart.
Giving back to you
At Alzheimer’s Society, we value our people and take a total reward approach to pay and benefits. You’ll enjoy a generous double-matched pension scheme, 27 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays and wellbeing days), and access to a free Health Shield Cash Plan, 24/7 EAP, Thrive mental wellbeing support, and virtual GP services. Our Society Plus platform offers exclusive discounts, wellbeing resources, and recognition schemes, while our flexible working, family-friendly policies, and life assurance provide peace of mind and work/life balance. We also offer a free Will-writing service and long service awards to recognise your ongoing commitment.
Alzheimer’s Society is the UK’s leading dementia charity.



Senior Philanthropy Officer
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Senior Philanthropy Officer
Location UK Wide
£37,142 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Ref: 123REC
Full time 37.5 hours per week – we are happy to talk flexible working
Base: Hybrid with the opportunity to work at your nearest Walk Wheel Cycle Hub around the UK
Contract: Permanent
Disclosure: A DBS is not required for this position as the post holder will not be working with school and community groups in the region.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Team: Fundraising and Supporter Engagement, Philanthropy and Partnerships team
As the Senior Philanthropy Officer, you will join a motivated, passionate and supportive fundraising team. You will work closely with specialists across all areas of fundraising and, supported by our Philanthropy Manager, you will take the lead on managing relationships with high value funders who support the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
In this role, you will lead on developing strong strategic relationships with Trusts and Foundations and high value supporters. You will create clear and engaging funding proposals, that involve multiple stakeholders and deliver face-to-face presentations when required. A key part of your work will be developing relationship building strategies and creating tailored funder experiences.
Your contribution will help secure long-term funding and strengthen the impact of the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead the stewardship of high value funders and provide clear, consistent and meaningful engagement.
- Develop and manage strategic relationships with major Trusts and Foundations to build long-term partnerships.
- Lead on securing significant grant income by creating compelling proposals at the five and six figure level.
- Carry out proactive prospect research to identify new funding opportunities and strengthen the funding pipeline.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys writing compelling proposals and impact reports, thinking creatively, problem solving and putting themselves in the shoes of our high-value funders.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for someone who has experience and understanding in the areas listed below. You don’t need to meet every requirement — if you feel you’d be a good fit, we encourage you to apply.
- Proven experience of securing new income and building partnerships through cold approaches to Trusts and Foundations or other high value donors.
- Experience of producing persuasive high-value proposals and impact-focused reports for new and existing Trust and Foundations and high value donor supporters.
- Experience of developing stewardship/relationship building strategies and creating tailored donor experiences.
- Proven experience of managing high-value funder/donor relationships
- The ability to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of children, young people and adults at risk.
LIVING OUR VALUES
At the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust, we’re a values‑driven organisation. We’re looking for people who are:
Always Learning – curious, open‑minded and committed to continuous improvement.
Championing Equity – inclusive, respectful and focused on ensuring everyone has a voice and fair opportunity to succeed.
Taking Ownership – proactive, responsible and empowered to make things better.
Delivering Together – collaborative, transparent and motivated by shared success.
Through our values we make it possible for more people to walk, wheel and cycle safely, healthily and joyfully.
WHAT WE OFFER
We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered in your role. That’s why we offer flexible working, a positive team environment, and benefits designed to support your wellbeing, finances, and family life.
Wellbeing Support
- 28 days’ leave per annum plus bank holidays for full-time employees
- Option to buy an extra week of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
- Paid volunteer days to support causes you care about
- Free, confidential support service available 24/7
- Access to cycle-to-work schemes through Green Commute Initiative and Cycle Scheme
Financial Benefits
- Up to two extra days of paid leave (pro rata for part‑time colleagues) when travelling sustainably for holidays.
- Group Personal Pension scheme with a 6% or 7% of basic salary contribution being matched by Walk Wheel Cycle Trust
- Bike, computer and season ticket loans
- Discount benefits
- London Weighting Allowance of £4,530 per annum for all those living within a London Borough (32 local authority districts plus the City of London).
- Death in Service benefit – 3 x annual Salary
Family Friendly Policies
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Flexible Working practices (full time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday - Friday)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Application deadline: 23:59, 29 March 2026
- Interviews will be held via Microsoft Teams during the week of 06 April 2026. To apply, please complete our online application form.
- We are committed to being a truly inclusive employer. We welcome applications from everyone from all parts of the community.
- Adjustments are available throughout the application process.
We're the charity making it possible for everyone to walk, wheel and cycle



Family Support Worker
£24,000 pa + Company Car and benefits (including 25 days annual leave, reward scheme and pension)
South West Care Team - Gloucestershire and Swindon area
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity is going through an exciting time where we are growing, with the aim of reaching more families in need.
About the role:
We are looking to appoint a Family Support Worker on a full-time basis (35 hours), to deliver a high-quality family support service as part of our South West Care Team.
Reporting to the Family Support Manager of the South West Care Team and working in partnership with health, education and social care professionals, you will take responsibility for providing needs-led emotional, social and practical support to families where a child/young person has a life threatening or terminal illness.
Having worked in a demanding and emotional environment you have a genuine interest in building supportive relationships and helping people; and having provided bereavement support to families, you understand processes of grief, loss and change - and how best to help others deal with its impact.
This post will cover the South West of England, with this position focusing on the Gloucestershire and Swindon area.
What we’re looking for:
· An experienced child health, education or social care professional - applications will be particularly welcome from those who have worked in a community environment and those with a recognised qualification in education, health or social care
· A warm, inclusive approach to achieving goals quickly and correctly
· Practiced in child protection, information sharing and the rules around data protection - you lead by example, drawing on your own professional experience and working within established guidelines
· Practical and people-oriented - you will thrive working at a fast pace whilst maintaining accuracy and be a confident user of IT (including MSOffice)
· A persuasive and open communicator - you will work collaboratively with your team and volunteers to ensure delivery of a high-quality service and support fundraising colleagues by writing case studies and family updates
· A practical knowledge of diversity issues affecting children, young people and their families – aware that being responsive to others needs and concerns, is essential.
What we offer:
We are a Best Companies Two-Star rated organisation, an outstanding place to work! We have a range of fantastic benefits that we offer our employees, including:
· Flexible working hours to balance home and working life
· Employee Assistance Programme with access to remote GP, counselling, physiotherapy, resources to support your mental health and financial wellbeing, as well as a 24/7 helpline via Help@Hand
· Company car for front line care posts
· 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays – rising to 26 days after 1 year, 27 days after 5 years and 30 days after 11 years, with an additional 5 years to use in your 10th or 20th year of service (pro rata for part time)
· Time off in Lieu
· Access to the Blue Light Card Scheme, and other rewards and discounts
· Bike to work, season ticket loan and payroll giving schemes
· A recommend a friend recruitment bonus scheme
· Family friendly policies, focused on employee wellbeing, and an active cross-organisational wellbeing group running a number of initiatives throughout the year
· Pension scheme where we contribute 5% of your salary and you contribute at least 3%
· The option to buy/sell annual leave, as well as additional leave for your birthday, wedding/civil ceremony and an extra half day off for Christmas shopping
· Robust training and development programmes to support your learning and growth
If you’d like to find out more about these benefits and working with us, please visit our website.
As part of our learning and development Anne Harris skills development programme, we aim to provide a high level of training and development opportunities for all staff, so you are able to perform to the best of your ability, achieve individual and team objectives aligned to Rainbow Trusts strategic plan, supporting staff to be their best and feel a valued member of a high performing organisation.
Our Family Support Teams are given the opportunity to complete a number of diverse training courses in their first 12 months, including but not limited to: Mental Health First Aid, Makaton, counselling skills, introduction to play.
The programme aims to provide a building block for you to individually tailor your own learning and development needs.
About us:
Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life-threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support, where they need it for as long as it is needed. For families living with childhood illness, time is everything. Right now, there are too many families coping alone with no support, no time to think, no time to make memories and no time for each other. We believe that no family should go through this alone, so we are here to change that.
How to apply:
Please visit our website via the link and complete an application form.
Please disclose on your application form if you have used AI for any part of your job application.
Interviews will take place at our South West Care Team office with the dates to be confirmed. We will only contact those applicants who have been successful.
There will be a requirement for flexible working and a full current driver’s licence to accommodate team and family need. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
Rainbow Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
Rainbow Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Senior Social Worker
Salary: Band 7 £55,536.96 to £62,331.18 per annum
Contract type: Permanent
Hours of work: 30–37.5 hours per week
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Social Work Service at St Joseph’s Hospice, based in Hackney. As a Senior Social Worker, you will work as part of a committed and creative team, which offers innovative social care interventions and support to people with palliative and end-of-life care needs, and to their families, carers and children.
The social work team works in collaboration with other clinical professionals and volunteers across all areas of the service: inpatient, outpatient and community. The team includes social workers, a dedicated carers service lead and welfare benefits lead. In addition to clinical case work and line management responsibilities, the Senior Social Worker deputises for the Social Work Manager in their absence, providing cover for day-to-day operational matters.
About you
We are looking for:
- Post-qualifying experience working in the context of palliative or end-of-life care or a related area
- Post-qualifying experience of individual staff management and professional supervision
- Experience of managing and coordinating complex casework and safeguarding concerns across professional groups and agencies
About us
St Joseph’s Hospice was founded in 1905 by the Religious Sisters of Charity and built on a rich Catholic heritage. Today, we are an Investors in Diversity-awarded charity, providing expert, compassionate care to people of all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs across East and North London.
Our specialist palliative care services – delivered at home, in our in-patient unit, and through our out-patient clinics – are grounded in respect for human dignity and guided by compassion, justice, and a deep commitment to quality. Our values guide us in everything that we do. We work to ensure that everyone receives the support they need, with kindness, understanding, and respect by delivering individualised, responsive and holistic support to patients and their families.
We can offer you:
- The opportunity to work in an experienced, supportive and dynamic team in palliative social care
- Professional development opportunities in a specialist palliative care setting
- Exemplary multi-professional working with a commitment to personalised, holistic care
The job is based at St Joseph’s. Some local travel is essential. Full support and training will be provided in all aspects of the job by the hospice. There are excellent opportunities for learning and professional development. The post holder will be accountable to the Social Work Manager.
Why work for us?
- 27 days holiday plus public holidays, increasing up to 33 days with service
- Subsidised café and early access to retail sale events
- Season ticket/Welfare loans
- Continuation of the NHS Pension Scheme or an excellent salary-exchange pension scheme.
- Santander cycles discount and cycle to work scheme
- Health Cash Plan and access to the EAP services
Join St Joseph’s team and find out more!
For further information, please see the attached Recruitment Pack.
To apply, please visit our recruitment page via the apply button.
Closing date: Sunday, 29 March 2026.
RCOG Events is entering an exciting phase of transformation as we strengthen and expand our global education portfolio. As the College evolves its courses, skills-based workshops, and webinar programme, it is committed to ensuring learning remains innovative, high-quality, and accessible to healthcare professionals worldwide.
To support this growth, we are seeking a Courses and Webinar Administrator to play a vital role in the delivery of our education portfolio. Working closely with the Course Development and Delivery team, faculty, and other internal teams, the post-holder will ensure that webinars, courses, and workshops run smoothly and provide a seamless experience for delegates, faculty, and franchise centres. The role combines operational responsibility with a focus on accuracy, customer service, and collaboration, supporting the successful planning, coordination, and execution of events across the College.
This position provides the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement by maintaining accurate records, monitoring administrative processes, and troubleshooting issues efficiently. By supporting the delivery of high-impact education, the Courses and Webinar Administrator helps ensure that RCOG’s programme continues to meet the needs of a global workforce, while directly contributing to improving healthcare for women and girls worldwide.
Responsibilities:
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Provide administrative and operational support for courses, workshops, and webinars, ensuring smooth delivery online and in person.
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Coordinate delegate and faculty communications and manage event materials accurately.
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Maintain accurate records using registration systems, CRM platforms, and other digital tools.
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Act as the first point of contact for delegates, faculty, and partner centres, delivering excellent customer service.
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Support post-event reporting, financial processes, and continuous improvement through feedback analysis.
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Work closely with the Events Team and wider College departments to ensure seamless, joined-up delivery.
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This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate events professional, whether you have prior experience or are a recent graduate, to contribute to transformational change, support the delivery of course, workshops and webinars, and help shape the growth of a globally recognised programme.
For the full list of key responsibilities, please check the recruitment pack.
About you
We are looking for a highly organised, proactive, and adaptable individual to support the delivery of RCOG’s courses, workshops, and webinar programme, including franchise courses and key online learning events. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, customer-focused, and able to work collaboratively across teams and with faculty, franchise centres, and delegates to ensure smooth, high-quality course delivery.
Requirements:
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Experience, or a strong interest, in providing administrative or operational support for courses, webinars, workshops, or events, in-person, virtual, or hybrid.
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Strong organisational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and proactive approach to delegates, faculty, and colleagues.
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Competence with digital platforms, CRM systems, registration tools, and webinar platforms, with a willingness to learn new systems.
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A customer-focused mindset, delivering high standards of service and anticipating the needs of delegates, faculty, and partner centres.
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Ability to work flexibly, manage unexpected challenges, and contribute positively to a busy, dynamic team environment.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including those with prior experience in course administration or recent graduates who are organised, motivated, and passionate about supporting high-quality learning experiences. If you are excited about joining RCOG Events at a pivotal moment of growth, supporting a globally recognised programme of courses and webinars, we would love to hear from you. Full training and support will be provided, but attention to detail, organisation, and a proactive, collaborative approach will be essential to succeed in this role.
Our culture and benefits
As a key member of the team, you will be located in our offices in London Bridge. We offer a friendly, values led working culture with an excellent benefits package that includes:
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25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and office closure from 25 December to 1 January
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10% employer pension contribution
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Life assurance and income protection schemes
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Employee assistance programme –24/7 confidential advice line and counselling
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Interest-free season ticket loan
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Free lunch in our offices in Union Street, London
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Daily ‘wellness hour’ to support staff to take breaks and focus on wellness
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Tailored learning and development
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Enhanced wellbeing and family support
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Employee-led diversity networks
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Volunteering days
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Lifestyle discounts
For a full list of the benefits we offer, please visit our careers site.
How to apply
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Click on Apply to be taken to our recruitment platform, Applied. Please visit our careers website to download the full Job pack.
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Applications close at 10.00am on Monday 30 March 2026
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We encourage candidates to apply early and reserve the right to close the advert and appoint before the closing date.
We believe that diverse teams will deliver the best outcomes for women's healthcare and we strive to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups, including those from black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and people with disabilities. To find out more, please see our Diversity Policy and Equal Opportunities Policy.
Please note: We are only accepting applicants with a right to work in the UK; we are unable to sponsor people requiring a work visa.
About us
The RCOG is a professional membership association dedicated to improving women’s health care across the world. We do this by setting standards for clinical practice, providing doctors with training and lifelong learning, and working with partners to advocate for women’s health and health care across their life course. We are a global leader in this specialist area, supporting 18,000 members in the UK and internationally.
We are a values-led organisation placing high standards, innovation, openness, inclusiveness and trust at the centre of all we do.
The Organisation
The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London. These are Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, The Regent's Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park.
We also manage other important public spaces, including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our eight Royal Parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with tens of millions of visits every year.
We are now looking for a Horticultural Curator to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 36 hours per week.
The Benefits
- £48,000 - £51,000 per annum depending on experience
- 26 days' annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years’ service
- Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)
- Hybrid/agile working options
- Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
- Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
- Learning and development opportunities
- Cycle to work scheme
- Offices in a beautiful location
This is an unmissable opportunity for a high-calibre horticultural professional who has managed curated public landscapes and possesses broad plant knowledge to join our iconic charity organisation.
You’ll have the rare chance to influence horticulture on a remarkable scale, leaving a visible and lasting mark on more than 5,000 acres of parkland, historic landscapes and public spaces.
What’s more, you’ll join an organisation that values both professional growth and personal wellbeing, with learning and development opportunities, a supportive team, and offices in a beautiful location.
So, if you’re ready to help guide the future of horticulture across these cherished sites, read on and apply today!
The Role
As a Horticultural Curator, you will support the development of beautiful, resilient and biodiverse landscapes across The Royal Parks.
Specifically, you will deliver one of our key strategic objectives to ‘Conserve and Enhance’. This will involve five key themes: everyday wonder, creating iconic horticulture, diverse planting, respecting heritage, and a sustainable future. More information about each of these themes is available when you select the apply button.
Working closely with our eleven Head Gardeners, you will support horticultural projects across the parks through both practical and planning input, ensuring planting schemes respond to heritage, climate change and biodiversity challenges.
You will help source plants from a diverse range of nurseries, support procurement planning for larger projects and ensure new plantings deliver the best outcomes for people, nature and long-term landscape sustainability.
Additionally, you will:
- Manage and issue horticultural guidance documents and support quality standards
- Oversee and administer the Expert Horticultural Counsel volunteer group
- Support the Head Gardener team with plant sourcing and horticultural diversity across the parks ensuring each park has its own style and identity without duplication
- Contribute to Landscape Character Assessments and Park Management Plans
- Support the development of National Plant Collections in collaboration with Plant Heritage and the Head Gardener Team
About You
To be considered as a Horticultural Curator, you will need:
- Experience working at management level in a curated landscape garden setting that has a wide breadth of plant groups
- Demonstrable experience working in spaces open to the public
- Experience curating a broad range of plant groups
- Experience writing copy to explain and communicate changes and evolution of horticulture for media, press and PR interpretation and fundraising material
- Broad knowledge and understanding of horticultural plant diversity, its display and curation, and how to interpret it to visitors
- Knowledge of the UK and, in some cases, European nurseries
- An understanding of the sensitivities involved with evolving planting styles
- Wide reaching networks through plant committees and industry bodies to enable collaboration and best value for the charity
Other organisations may call this role Botanical Curator, Garden Curator, Parks Horticulture Manager or Head of Living Collections.
We want to put everyone in the best possible position to succeed and use Recite-me accessibility software. At the top of the application page, there is an “Accessibility Tools” button which you can use to complete the application form in a way that works for you. If you think that you may need more support to complete our application process, please do get in touch.
The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. Please visit our website to find out more on our approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
So, if you are interested in this unique opportunity as a Horticultural Curator, please apply via the button shown. Successful candidates will be appointed on merit.
We provide free access to London’s beautiful, natural and historic green spaces, to help improve everyone’s quality of life and wellbeing.

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Senior Corporate Fundraiser
Location: Primarily office‑based in Hemel Hempstead; however, hybrid working can be offered where appropriate and agreed.
Salary:IRO £36,000 (FTE) depending on experience
Vacancy Type: Permanent, 30 – 37.5 hours per week
Access to a car is essential for this role
We are searching for an experienced corporate fundraiser to join our dynamic and high-performing Fundraising Team.
You will be an excellent communicator, confident in networking and presenting a compelling case for support, target driven and have a background and successful record in securing high value (5/6 figures) gifts, business sales or similar.
You will be responsible for developing our DENS Business Partnership Programme, building a pipeline of high-value prospects, increasing engagement, and influencing the involvement of local businesses to support DENS ambitious growth plans.
You will represent DENS at regular networking events, business forums and external meetings to build visibility, grow networks and generate new corporate opportunities.
Why join DENS?
You’ll be part of a supportive, friendly, and dedicated team of fundraisers who foster a collaborative "One Team, One Goal" culture. We value and celebrate every member's contribution, ensuring you thrive in our positive working environment. Enjoy flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance, along with ongoing training and development to enhance your skills. Your fundraising efforts will directly contribute to creating positive change and making a lasting impact in our community.
Overall Purpose:
- Develop DENS Corporate Income Stream, creating and implementing an effective corporate fundraising plan to meet agreed targets and increase sustainable income for the charity, whilst supporting DENS ambitious growth plans.
- Build strong and influential external relationships through existing and new networks and deliver first-class donor stewardship to build a pipeline of high-value business prospects, secure new partners, and nurture existing partners – with the objective of building ongoing regular income and long-term support.
- Develop the DENS Business Partnership Programme as a framework to deliver an engaging and mutually beneficial programme of activity and network of partners, to encourage and inspire support.
- Actively represent DENS at regular networking events, business forums and external meetings to build visibility, grow networks and generate new corporate opportunities.
- Develop, manage and present a range of reporting tools to ensure efficient prospect stewardship, activity planning and income forecasting - to be used to manage and plan progress with Line Manager and Senior Leadership Team.
Skills & Qualifications
- A good standard of Education
- Experience securing partnerships in a Corporate Fundraising or Sales environment
- Experience developing and delivering a corporate fundraising or sales strategy
- Successful track record of building relationships and successfully influencing business stakeholders
- Experience managing and monitoring income and expenditure budgets
- Demonstrable track record of consistently exceeding targets
- Skilled in negotiating, pitching and winning partnerships
- Strong planning and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
- Ability to manage multiple projects, identifying conflicting demands and establishing clear priorities to meet objectives and improve results
- Good written, verbal interpersonal and numeracy skills
- Diplomacy and ability to work in confidence
- Administratively self-sufficient, IT literate and knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Professional, confident, and well-presented
- The gravitas and drive to gain maximum impact, add value, and increase corporate income
- Self-starter, motivated to set and achieve goals and take own initiative in the role
- Persuasive, Can-do attitude
- People-focused and cross-team worker
- Tact and diplomacy
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential for regular travel to meetings, networking events and partner sites
- Available to attend regular early morning breakfast meetings and other networking events outside of normal working hours
- Available to work flexible hours including, on occasions, weekends, andevenings to support the wider Fundraising Team at events and fundraising activities.
Benefits include:
- 25 days or equivalent annual leave, excluding Bank and Public Holidays
- One additional day of annual leave after each 5 years’ service, up to 3 days.
- Flexible working environment
- Medicash plan, including Virtual GP, some dental and optical cover
- Employee assistance programme – 24/7 mental health support helpline
- Blue Light Card discounts
- Professional development and training, including on-going access to e-learning platform
- Staff Networks, Wellbeing Days and whole team events
- One day to volunteer for DENS or another organisation
- NEST pension scheme
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for DENS, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application.
To help rebuild the lives of vulnerable people in Dacorum who are facing homelessness, poverty and social exclusion.



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Engagement Worker
When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.
Please note, due to the nature of the service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female and the post is therefore exempt from the provisions of the Equality Act 2010 in terms of Schedule 9, Part 1, and Paragraph 1 of the Act.
Job Title: Engagement Worker (Female Only)
Location: Catford, based within the service. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access.
Salary: £27,000
Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday on a rota varying between 08:00 - 16:00, 08:00 - 21:00 or 13:30 - 21:00. Shift patterns and weekly hours may vary and you may be required to work outside these hours dependent on service and resident requirements including weekends and bank holidays.
About the Role
We're looking for an Engagement Worker to join our residential service based in Catford which supports females in the criminal justice system who are likely to meet the criteria for a personality disorder, helping them reintegrate into the community following release from prison, secure healthcare settings, or Approved Premises. HerStory House is dedicated to empowering women with the skills needed to thrive in their chosen communities, maintain independence, and build a hopeful future.
Our specialised, high-support, female-only residential service is tailored for women who are likely to meet the criteria for a personality disorder diagnosis and are at risk of entering or re-entering the Criminal Justice System. You will be at the forefront of delivering a trauma-informed, person-centred service, supporting individuals through rehabilitation and resettlement. This includes assisting with engagement activities, developing support plans, and providing access to appropriate interventions to help residents move towards independence.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Supporting residents to access the resources, tools, and networks they need to achieve their goals.
- Develop, participate in, and encourage residents to participate in the running and development of various projects and activities.
- Promoting independence through life skills training, practical support, and empowerment.
- Recognising and responding to mental and physical health needs and safeguarding concerns.
- Supporting the creation of a safe, welcoming and psychologically informed living environment.
- Carrying out housing management tasks including reporting repairs, maintaining communal areas, and health and safety checks.
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.
- Due to the nature of this service, it is an occupational requirement that the post holder is female
- Awareness of external opportunities which are available such as with education, employment and benefits
- Experience working with people with multiple and complex needs
- Ability to show empathy and compassion to our residents, and different challenges they face
- Ability to motivate, and empower others to achieve their personal goals and overcome barriers
- IT ability to use our online CRM systems and Microsoft programs daily
- 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
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.
Empowering independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital and off the streets
Internship opportunities for 2026-27
Are you a young *Christian who is passionate about issues of justice and peace? Do you want to explore the intersection of faith, policy, and politics, and potentially pursue a career in one of these fields? The Joint Public Issues Team (JPIT) is recruiting to two full time paid internship positions to start in September 2026.
Interns work as part of a small ecumenical team on a diverse range of tasks and initiatives including communications, policy, campaigning and supporter engagement, contributing to the public advocacy and political engagement work of the Baptist, Methodist and United Reformed Churches.
JPIT is a partnership between the Baptist Union of Great Britain, the Methodist Church and the United Reformed Church, and the Church of Scotland is an associate partner. Its purpose is to help the Churches to work together for peace and justice through listening, learning, praying, speaking and acting on public policy issues. It is a team which brings together around ten staff working across the denominations. In recent years it has focused on issues around poverty, the economy, refugees and migration, the environment, peace and conflict, and politics.
These internships provide opportunities to develop skills in campaigning, communications, research, and policy within a dynamic team environment. There will be opportunities for professional and personal learning and development to equip the intern for further employment after their time on the internship. Whilst we are looking for some evidence of certain skills and experience, candidates will have the opportunity to develop relevant skills during their time in the role.
They are full time paid roles with fixed-term contracts to the end of August 2027, and a salary of £26,936.00 per year (we are committed to paying at least the London Living Wage). The roles are based in the Methodist Connexional Team which offers hybrid working arrangements, with an expectation of spending at least two days a week at an office base in central London.
We welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people. You should be aged 21-30, have excellent communication skills, be enthusiastic and willing to take on new challenges, be interested in political engagement and be a practicing Christian. An Enhanced DBS Check will be required.
Our Culture, Values and Benefits
Thank you for considering joining our inclusive and welcoming team that strives for excellence and values employee wellbeing.
We value and support all those who join our team through a positive work-life balance augmented by generous annual leave (plus an extra 3 days over Christmas/New Year), TOIL, flexi-leave and an on-site Well-being Adviser service. We offer a generous occupational pension scheme, where the Methodist Church will pay double the employee contribution up to a maximum of 16% employer contribution.
The Methodist Church is an inclusive and supportive employer. We are actively committed to encouraging applications from people of all backgrounds. We welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups.
We are a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from people living with disabilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, please contact the HR team (details on our website).
Application Details
- Visit the JPIT site for further details of the role.
- The closing date for completed application forms is Friday, 10 April 2026
- Interviews will be held in London on Wednesday 6th May 2026. Candidates called to interview will be notified at least a week in advance.
*This post is restricted to Christians due to the nature of the role. The Occupational Requirement section under Schedule 9 (Part 1) of the Equality Act 2010 applies.
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Our mission at Response is to enable people of all ages to live a more fulfilled life by providing excellent mental health services, housing, and supported living.
Do you have the desire to empower and promote independence and an interest in mental health?
Director of Housing and Estates - £70,000 – £75,000 per annum (Salaries vary depending on experience)
Hours – 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday
Department – Housing
Location – Littlemore, Oxfordshire
What You’ll Be Doing:
Response is recruiting for a Director of Housing and Estates within our Housing Team. The Director of Housing and Estates is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic and operational delivery of high-quality, safe, and compliant supported housing for people with mental health needs. The postholder will lead housing management, property and estates functions, and provide organisational oversight of Health Safety and Fire, ensuring homes are safe and well-maintained. If you are a motivated individual looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a compassionate organisation, we want to hear from you!
Overall job responsibility - Further information can be found in the job description
Some of the core duties include:
- Lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s Housing, Estates, and Health & Safety strategies in line with the charity’s mission and values.
- Act as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to organisational strategy, performance, and risk management.
- Provide expert advice to the Chief Executive, Board, and Committees on housing, estates, and safety matters.
- Responsible for the leadership of the housing and property department, nurturing an excellent customer focused service to our residents and provide strong leadership to the team, promoting a positive culture reflecting our values and setting clear objectives.
- Strategic oversight and accountability for the success of some housing service contracts, including leading negotiations with commissioners, ensuring financially robust and operationally excellent.
The Successful Applicant:
Our main priority for all our roles at Response is to find people that can live our values every day – Caring, Safe, Creative and Aspirational. We provide excellent training on everything else, but we do ask that you have:
- Level 4 qualification in Housing.
- A commitment to undertake continuous personal development.
- Supported housing knowledge.
- Health and Safety knowledge in a supported housing environment.
- Experience working to strict deadlines without compromising content and service.
- Leadership level experience within a housing association or supported housing environment.
- Dealing with people who experience mental health and vulnerabilities connected to their mental health or housing status.
- IT literate with experience using MS Office packages.
- Strong planning, organisational and time management skills.
What We Offer:
- 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Blue Light card and other discounted shopping
- Employee Assistance Plan - with access to free counselling
- Cycle to Work Scheme (after probation)
- Enhanced family friendly leave
- Flexible and agile working opportunities (role dependent)
- Professional qualification sponsorship and study leave
- £500 refer a friend bonus scheme
- Optional health cash care plan with money off prescriptions and treatments
- Wellbeing hub and mental wellbeing support app – approved by NHS
- Free flu jabs
- Free DBS application
If this Director of Housing and Estates position sounds like the role for you then please apply today! This vacancy may be closed early. To learn more about Response and what we do, please visit our website. Closing date - 15/04/2026
Our employees and clients come from all over the world, we proudly promote a friendly and inclusive culture and are registered as a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our clients. All our roles require an enhanced DBS check, two references from most recent employers and you must have the right to work in the UK.
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Job Description
Balance is looking for a dedicated compassionateSupport Worker/Driver to join our Day Centre in Wandsworth.
Who you are
- You are someone who shares and is able to mobilise the charities values of Independence, Empowerment, Partnership, Professionalism, Staff Recognition and Sustainability. If you have knowledge, application and commitment to these values we want to hear from you.
- You must have a Clean Current D1 Driving License.
Who we are
At Balance we are committed to empowering those we support to build independence, fulfilled and self-confident lives. We work hard to ensure our charitable values are central to the professional experience of those who work for us, with us and who benefit from our services.
Main Responsibilities of the Job
- To provide support and assistance during journeyspick up and drop of duties at the commencement and end of sessions at our day centres.
- To demonstrate Balance values of partnership, independence, professionalism, empowerment, staff recognition and sustainability in your conduct and approach to your work
- Through partnership, support and develop peoples skills, confidence and interests as part of a multi-disciplinary day service offer.
- To support your colleagues, service managers and other key professionals to put those using our service at the centre of your daily work. .
- To maintain and update client and related operational records with an accurate and professional commitment.
- To ensure compliance with and the delivery of the charity policies and procedures particularly those related to safeguarding, inclusion and disability discrimination.
- To support clients with there daily activities and to promote their independence
- To be able to communicate effectively with families , colleauges and clients.
Working Expectations
- The working day is 8.00am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday - The current rate reflects the additional hours
- Drive a passenger service vehicle.
- Attendance at training.
- Use of information technology to support your work.
Benefits of Working for us
The charity ensures the following benefits for all its operational staff:
- A baseline commitment to pay London living wage for all its front line staff.
- A commitment to training and professional development to support internal progression as part of our performance support.
- Inclusion in and contribution to the charity's pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave allowance of 25 days a year plus an additional day off for your birthday.
- Access to a range of discount schemes.
- Access to the charity's employee assistance programme.
- Access to travel card loan and bike to work scheme.
The development of services that support the independence of vulnerable people with learning disabilities and/or enduring mental health needs and the


