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These roles require regular in-person engagement in London. Applicants must be able to travel to and work in London easily. AN ISVA QUALIFICATION IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POST.

About us

SurvivorsUK exists for men and non-binary people who have experienced any form of sexual violence. 

We support – by providing services such as a helpline, counselling, ISVA and groupwork.
We challenge – by raising public awareness of the issue, and dispelling myths
We build – by creating and facilitating networks for better access to help

Role

You will provide pro–active emotional, practical and advocacy support for male and non-binary survivors who have experienced any form of sexual violence and are engaging (or considering engaging) with the criminal justice system. 

Our ISVAs work with clients currently residing in any London borough, or if the abuse was committed in any London borough. Some travel to London will be expected.

An ISVA qualification or relevant degree is desirable, but not essential. We consider people from a wide range of educational backgrounds and work experience. What matters is that you are empathetic and will support the specific needs of our clients.

Please see attached Job Description and Personal Specification for more information

Benefits of Working with Us

- We are a Disability Confident Employer
- Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Clinical Supervision, if relevant for your role
- Acces to gym at our Hackney Wick offices
- Commitment to your professional development

How to apply

To express an interest in the role and to be considered, please review our JD and Personal Spec and submit the following:

• An up-to-date CV.
• A supporting statement that addresses each of the requirements in the person specification, and outlines your motivations for applying.

Closing date: Monday 9th February 2026 at 12pm
Interviews: TBC, these may take place remotely or in-person in our offices in London

We especially encourage applications from individuals who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve, including men, non-binary, Black and Asian, trans, disabled people, and those from other marginalised groups. We recognise and value the unique experiences that arise from the intersections of these identities, and we particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience or a strong understanding of the issues faced by our service users.

At SurvivorsUK, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We also understand the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements, including job share opportunities, to support candidates with caregiving responsibilities or other needs.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or have any accessibility needs, please let us know. We are here to provide any support necessary to ensure the process is inclusive for you.

About this Internship

The Youth-Led Digital Campaigns Internship role is a twelve-month paid internship beginning in March 2026.

The Jack Petchey Internship development programme is designed for young people who are leaving further or higher education and starting out in the youth/charity sector - or young people who are looking to transfer into, or take their next career step in, the youth/charity sector.

The funding provides support to young people in London and Essex. We would therefore expect applicants to have a strong connection with London and ideally be currently living in or close to Croydon where our work is located.

Main purpose of this role:

We are looking for someone creative, confident and passionate about empowering young people. You will play a hands-on role in both the delivery and development of digital and media-based opportunities for young people, while helping to shape and deliver Reaching Higher’s youth-led digital fundraising and media strategy.

This internship will give you the chance to gain valuable experience across media, marketing, and youth work-alongside training, mentoring, and networking opportunities with other interns from youth organisations across London and Essex.

We are looking for applicants with some experience in the youth work sector (this could be in a voluntary capacity). The successful applicant will understand our organisational values and culture and demonstrate a strong desire to contribute to Reaching Higher’s vision to empower young people to be leaders of their own lives.

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to join a grantmaking organisation at the intersection of art and philanthropy. 

The role: Project Co-ordinator

Hybrid role (London-based)

Salary: £26,936

Reporting into: Founder & Director

About Migrate Art

Migrate Art is a unique creative-social enterprise working at the intersection of art and philanthropy. Since 2019, Migrate Art CIC - and the accompanying charity, Migrate Art CIO (established in 2023) - have used the power of art to raise awareness of social issues and generate transformative funding for charities in the UK.

Through donated artworks from world-renowned artists, Migrate Art has raised over £2m in sales and distributed well over £1m in grants to charities tackling some of the most pressing social challenges today.

This is an exciting moment of growth for the organisation. Demand from artists, partners, and collectors continues to increase, and we are expanding our team to help us drive even greater philanthropic income to the charity sector at a time when small and medium-sized charities are facing unprecedented pressure.

We are now looking for a highly organised, creative and proactive Project Co-ordinator to help accelerate our impact.

The Role

Working closely with the Founder, this role will support the development of artist partnerships, ensure exceptional supporter experience, strengthen digital presence, and help launch a new philanthropic patron network. You will be at the heart of our operations - making sure projects run smoothly and helping Migrate Art scale its mission.

Key Responsibilities

1. Social Media & Digital Engagement

• Create engaging, visually compelling content across Instagram and other platforms
• Manage and grow Migrate Art’s social media following
• Plan and deliver digital campaigns to drive sales and awareness
• Monitor analytics and adapt strategies accordingly

2. Order Processing & Post-Sales Support

• Manage purchase-to-delivery operations for artworks and limited editions
• Liaise with customers to arrange framing, delivery, and payment
• Ensure an exceptional supporter experience from sale to receipt

3. Patron Scheme Development

• Support the design and launch of a new philanthropic patron scheme
• Manage communications with potential patrons
• Coordinate events, stewardship touches, and annual renewal processes

4. Artist Asset & Project Support

• Prepare proofs of images for artist approval
• Manage sign-off processes and production timelines
• Act as a key point of contact for participating artists and studios
• Free up Founder time by coordinating follow-up tasks after commitments are secured

Person Specification

Essential

• Highly organised and able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong written and visual communication skills
• Interest in working in the arts, charity, creative or social impact sectors
• Interest in managing social media platforms in a professional or organisational capacity
• Creative eye for design, presentation, and brand consistency
• Comfortable speaking with high-profile artists, partners, and supporters
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to take initiative in a small-team environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately

Desirable

• Knowledge of e-commerce, CRM tools, or digital marketing platforms
• Experience managing events or supporter networks
• Ability to use design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe suite)

Location & Working Pattern

• Hybrid role based in London
• Flexible mix of remote work and in-person meetings/events

Please include a CV and cover letter in your application, outlining why you are interested in the work of Migrate Art

Timelines:

- Application deadline by Friday 13th 

- First round interview w/c 16th (online)

- Second round interview 23rd/ 24th (in person)

Business Manager

Are you a skilled and compassionate leader with a passion for making a difference in the lives of others? You will have a key role in helping to serve older Christians and in leading a motivated and committed staff team catering to the residents in Bridgemead, Bath.

As a Business Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing our day-to-day operations, supporting our dedicated staff, and driving our mission to enhance the well-being of those we serve. Find out more about how we care for our residents: https://youtu.be/Po6md7pq7nI

If you are a dynamic professional with a strong background in business management and a heart for caring, we invite you to apply now.

Have a watch here of "What it means for us, to work in a Christian Care Home like ours:" https://youtu.be/uCa1_BtS34w

For more information, please read the job pack

Responsibilities:

• Lead the business performance of the home alongside the Registered Manager, delivering agreed income, occupancy, cost and surplus targets
• Ensure high standards of service, cleanliness and hospitality through effective leadership of housekeeping, catering and maintenance teams
• Work in partnership with the Registered Manager to maintain quality standards, prepare for inspections, and meet regulatory requirements
• Oversee the administration of the home, including staffing, rotas, payroll information, recruitment, training records and compliance
• Contribute to a well-led, positive and values-driven culture, promoting Pilgrims’ Friend Society’s ethos and “The Way We Care”
• Support staff development, wellbeing and morale through effective supervision, appraisal, performance management and engagement
• Manage resident applications, fees, contracts and family communications, ensuring excellent customer care and responsive complaint handling
• Take responsibility for health, safety and compliance matters when on duty, including fire safety and liaison with external bodies
• Oversee property, maintenance and supplier relationships, working with Property Services to ensure the home is safe and well maintained
• Provide visible leadership in the pastoral and spiritual life of the home, supporting devotions, community engagement and relationships with local churches.

Skills/Experience:

• Willing and able to take a lead in maintaining the Christian ethos of the home;
• Management experience in a business setting;
• Comfortable with writing business communications to staff and residents as well as authorities etc;
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels whilst maintaining confidentiality;
• Ability to lead, motivate and encourage staff to give of their best, and have people-leadership and management experience;
• Able to work under pressure and provide calmness in all situations;
• IT literate ( including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet);
• Willing to be flexible in the working pattern and are prepared to participate in training and attend relevant staff meetings.

*Applicants must be evangelical Christians (This role has an Occupational Requirement to be filled by a Christian under the provisions of the Equality Act (2010).)

Hours:

40 hours a week, usually worked over 5 days.

“On-call” cover is required on a rotating basis to meet demands. Please get in touch for more information about working patterns. 

Benefits:

• £44,500 to £50,000 per annum
• Relocation support (to be discussed)
• 5 Weeks' paid holiday per year as well as bank and public holidays
• On-going training and support
• Team events
• Pension scheme
• Care Friends referral 
• Medicash
• Perkbox – including an Employee assistance programme.
• Long-standing service rewards
• Birthday rewards

— What our staff say about us: …“It is a friendly and welcoming place to work” … —

We are committed to having a diverse senior management team and we encourage applications from disabled and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are underrepresented on our senior management team at present.

 Please note: this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested

We are looking for a Community Leader Programme Support Worker who will focus on engaging existing members of SLRA’s Community Leaders Programme and encouraging new members to join, through one-to-ones and grouplistening sessions. Through these listening activities, the role will identify the issues people are facing and barriers that exist to participating in the programme, and use this learning to help shape the monthly sessions, projects and actions, as well as the evaluation of the programme. This is a developmental role and focus will be on strengthening core skills through training opportunities and support from the team.

We would love to hear from you if you have: 

• Experience of community organising work, and participating or leading activities/workshops.
• Personal, lived experience of the impact of the UK immigration or asylum system.
• The ability to quickly build positive relationships with community members and colleagues.

Join us for a short information session on Tuesday 27th January 13:00-14:00 to find out more about the role ahead of applying,  find details on our website.

SLRA is a well-established local migrant support organisation working with and for refugees, asylum seekers and other migrants who are at risk or in crisis as a result of immigration issues. We provide specialist immigration advice, as well as a broad range of practical, social and therapeutic support services. SLRA also campaigns for a fairer immigration system, local people with lived experience in influencing local and national policy and practice.   

Benefits include: 

• 25 days holiday per year (with 3 additional days when the office is closed at Christmas) plus bank holidays.
• Additional long service annual leave days up to a maximum of an additional 5 days per year.
• Flexible and family friendly working arrangements including compressed hours and school term time working.
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution.
• Commitment to staff learning and development.
• Cyclescheme and travelcard loans.

For all roles, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from individuals of the global majority, and those who are migrants or refugees, and those with lived experience of the hostile immigration system. 

We are recruiting for a permanent Lead Business Analyst (data) to join the Service Design team. The Fund is embarking on an exciting digital journey over the coming years. This role will put you at the heart of those ambitions.

As Lead Business Analyst (Data) at the National Lottery Community Fund, you will be the strategic authority for data and analysis, operating across all levels of the organisation within a multidisciplinary, agile digital environment (by partnering and cross functional working with digital, technology, business intelligence and funding teams). As a recognised subject matter expert, you will provide thought leadership and authoritative guidance in all aspects of data, business, and systems analysis, ensuring the Fund’s digital and organisational ambitions are realised.

You will set a clear strategic direction for data and analysis, navigating complexity and engaging confidently with senior audiences to influence decisions at pace. This includes shaping the prioritisation of complex data requirements, enabling both long-term strategic decision-making and short-term tactical solutions, while ensuring all proposed approaches align with the Fund’s overarching strategy and digital vision.

Through a comprehensive and expert-level understanding of business processes, operational systems, and organisational data, you will act as the principal point of contact for Fund-wide business definitions, processes, scalable data products/services, and data standards. You will ensure these are secure, legal, accessible and compliant by design.

From a business perspective you will define and lead how data will impact existing/future business processes, data management responsibilities, tools, and governance processes, enabling continuous improvement in data practices and compliance with governance policies. You will also be analysing how data impacts across the Funds technical architecture landscape and systems.

As an expert in business analysis, you will also set the strategic direction for the discipline itself, mentoring and managing a small team of business analysts while cultivating a strong community of practice. You will build analytical capability across the Fund, embedding business analysis as a core enabler of digital transformation.

Key responsibilities may include:

• Set the strategic vision and direction for business analysis across the Fund’s digital services from a data perspective.
   
• Own and govern the business analysis methodology, designing and implementing robust data collection, instrumentation, and reporting processes. Safeguard the accuracy, integrity, and quality of data across the Fund.
   
• Ensure data analysis is technically robust, assess the impact across the Funds technical architecture landscape and systems and ensure recommendations strategically align with organisational goals.
   
• Analyse a wide array of data, research, insight, and metrics to inform service, product, and business process redesign.
   
• Act as the authoritative voice for data and analysis within the digital team, providing expert advice and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and business areas.

• Lead, mentor, and coach colleagues to build analytical capability and confidence across teams, cultivating a strong community of practice that elevates business analysis across the Fund.

​Interview details:

• Date: Week commencing 23rd February 2026
• Format: Virtual
• Location: UK-wide

We have a hybrid approach to working. Work pattern and location will be agreed with the successful candidate. The role can be based at any of our UK offices: Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, and Newtown.

We will be hosting a briefing session on: 28th January 2026, 1pm. To register or ask any questions, please email the recruitment team.

​How to apply:

Upload your CV in word format and write a supporting statement (1000 words) with the following criteria, we will use this to score your application.

​Essential Criteria:

• Deep knowledge of data frameworks, data regulatory standards and data legal compliance.
   
• Proven experience of carrying out data analysis using different analysis methodologies across a complex technical/systems architecture landscape.
   
• Ability to analyse and use a range of data to make recommendations and implemented business process re-engineering to support organisational goals and strategies.
   
• Experience of implementing rigorous data governance, quality assurance, and validation practices to ensure trusted insights that drive strategic decision-making.
   
• ​Ability to provide expert advice, strategic recommendations and influence senior leadership and business areas that improve digital services while maintaining data integrity and compliance.
   
• Ability to act as a bridge between technical & non-technical colleagues when discussing complex data problems and solutions.

​Desirable Criteria: 

• Led, mentored, and coached colleagues to build analytical capability and confidence across teams, cultivating a strong community of practice that elevates business analysis within an organisation.
   
• Holds or is working towards an industry-recognised qualification in Business Analysis (e.g. BCS International Diploma in Business Analysis) or Data Analytics (e.g. IIBA Certification in Business Data Analytics), although practical experience is more important

​Equity, Diversity and Inclusion  

Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.  

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages. 

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition).

37.5 hours per week / £27,770 per annum / permanent / working onsite on a seven-day rolling rota, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays.

At YMCA DownsLink Group,is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, building life skills and self-confidence, and supporting emotional wellbeing and mental health.

Our Values - we do what’s right, we work with heart, and we build real connections - guide and shape how we show up for children and young people we support and for each other.

 services delivers specialist 24-hour supported accommodation where young people are supported to acquire the necessary skills in preparation for living independently, safely explore their increased freedom of choice and develop responsibilities associated with adulthood, whilst still having the appropriate level of support from an experienced team.

We adopt a trauma informed and psychologically informed approach to supporting our residents to help them build essential life skills, identify their goals and support residents into independent accommodation. We have a dedicated team of Support Workers, Night Workers and additional Bank Workers who provide support, guidance, and signposting around areas such as housing, budgeting, living skills, jobs and relationship building.

We are looking for a Supported Housing Support Worker to join our Ewhurst Road, Crawley team, who will hold a caseload of residents and meet with them weekly to build a support plan. 

Main areas of responsibilities are:

Housing:

• Coach young people to manage their occupancy agreement and adhere to house rules, in preparation for independent living
• Promote a credit culture, encouraging young people to keep up to date with all payments for rent
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of housing and welfare benefits for young people and be well-informed on significant changes to housing law
• Deal effectively with non-compliance issues, such as non-payment of rent or damage to room, using restorative practices and working collaboratively with the rest of the team

Coaching and Engagement:

• Coach young people so they can articulate their aspirations and ambitions and take the lead in acquiring the skills they need to live independent and fulfilling lives
• Ensure young people are encouraged to take responsibility for their own personal development, to engage with the services on offer and build strong networks and connections within the local community 
• Ensure consistent standards of safeguarding and Trauma Informed Practice when supporting young people, observing our safeguarding procedures, and keeping yourself and residents safe by respecting professional boundaries
• Maintain client records on In-Form (client database) detailing the young person’s journey in relation to their strengths and needs, any risks, and any outcomes (to monitor service performance)

General:

• Work as part of a team, on a rota shift pattern, ensuring young people at the service have non-judgemental, objective, and supportive staff during the day/evening, along with taking responsibility for personal safety during periods of lone working
• Contribute to a great working environment, with a calm, yet assertive manner, being able to handle potentially difficult situations
• Participate in relevant continuing professional development and utilise Reflective Practice Supervision as part of leading psychologically informed practice

There will be times when lone working will be a requirement for this role, but you will get to know the team and service, along with an induction and training prior to starting on a rota. Please download the job profile for full role details.

If you are enthusiastic about this opportunity but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Your skills and experiences may be more transferable than you think, and you could be exactly the person we’re looking for.

This is a dynamic and varied role; you will be passionate about being involved in the support and growth of young people.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Experience relating to housing, support work, and/or working with young people at risk
• Experience of working proactively with a caseload of young people with multiple and complex needs to enable them to achieve independent living
• Knowledge of statutory and voluntary resources available to young people with multiple and complex needs
• Knowledge of good safeguarding procedures in relation to young people and the ability to maintain effective professional boundaries
• Demonstrated confidence and competence in recording notes/actions in service log, incident forms and health and safety check lists

Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing for appropriate recording of a resident’s progression, and to evidence outcomes achieved
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders, including signposting and advocating for clients as necessary
• Ability to work autonomously, and use own initiative, as well as being part of a team
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, good IT, and keyboard skills
• Ability to de-escalate volatile situations and manage challenging behaviour appropriately

CLOSING DATE: Wednesday 18 February 2026 at midnight.

Please note that we are unable to offer a work permit or visa sponsorship for this role; applicants must already have the right to live and work in the UK independently.

An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment. 

Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.

YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. 

Successful applicants will undergo a thorough background screening process, conducted by an accredited third-party provider. This includes an Enhanced DBS check (with Children’s and Adults’ Barred Lists) as well as comprehensive reference and activity check.

About the role

You will work closely with the Income Generation Team and Services Teams to develop and maintain long-term sustainable funding from Trusts and Foundations. Through developing and expanding income through grants, evolving our case for support, and managing relationships with a variety of grant funders, you will transform survivors’ lives and help us be part of the systems change to end sexual violence.

You will undertake new prospect research, keep up-to-date with the sector at large, and maintain and grow our funding pipeline. You will also write compelling funding bids, proposals and appeals, alongside timely reports to funders. You will seek opportunities to strengthen and build on existing and lapsed funding relationships and offer opportunities to engage funders directly with our work.

About You

You will be passionate about implementing the SARSAS fundraising strategy ensuring that SARSAS can continue to deliver support to meet the needs of those who have been raped and sexually abused across Avon and Somerset.

You will be a skilled writer who is confident in identifying, researching, and qualifying prospects to continue our successful growth. You will have strong relationship management skills and will be able to build and sustain long-term relationships with funders, as well as identify opportunities to deepen funders’ commitment to our cause.

You will have strong organisational skills, and be able to manage a workload which balances application and reporting deadlines alongside funder stewardship and pipeline development. You will also be a good team player and self-starter – we’re a small team who manage our own workloads, but we relish the opportunity to come together, share ideas and take creative risks.

You’ll be excited by the opportunity to join SARSAS and to work in a varied and busy role within a collaborative and supportive environment.

About SARSAS

SARSAS exists to relieve the trauma and distress, and help rebuild the lives, of survivors who live in Somerset, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, North Somerset and BANES, who have experienced any form of sexual violence, at any point in their lives.

We deliver a range of support, including, but not limited to, a helpline, online web chat, self-help resources, counselling, specialist support work, drop-in services and group work.

Survivors tell us that we not only change their lives, but for some people we save them: “This work even though it was extremely hard, has helped me change my life. What you do for people is amazing and I cannot thank you all enough. I still have a long way to go but now I’m looking forward to life a little more.” – Specialist Support Work Client.

SARSAS also campaigns and raises awareness about rape and sexual violence to change the narrative about sexual violence and enable survivor’s voices to be heard. Partnership work with a range of agencies locally and nationally is a priority to enable social change.

SARSAS works to feminist principles: this underpins both what our service is and how it is run. Our work is guided by a trauma-informed approach which understands how traumatic experiences can impact on survivors and keeps an awareness of the effects of trauma at the forefront of our approach to support. We are a proudly trans-inclusive organisation, and our service is for anyone who may need us.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

At SARSAS we strive to create a workplace that reflect the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We want to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates diverse voices. We actively encourage applicants with protected characteristics to apply.

We are committed to taking an inclusive approach to recruitment and selection whilst ensuring there is no discrimination in our processes and that our team and prospective employees are treated fairly, with respect and without bias. Reasonable adjustments to the interview process can be made to accommodate additional requirements. Applicants are encouraged to highlight any specific adjustments needed to enable participation in the recruitment process.

Contract information

• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 - depending on experience (FTE)                                                   
• Hours: 22.5 hours per week (flexible)
• Based: Hybrid preferred but will consider remote working (We are flexible on working hours and location, and are happy to consider applicants interested in a freelance arrangement)
• Contract: Permanent

Applicants will undergo a basic criminal record check before employment starts.

How to apply

The closing date for this role is Monday 16th February 2026.  We will be reviewing applications and interviewing as suitable candidates apply, so please submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested.  We reserve the right to close the advert early if an offer of employment is made.

Interviews will be held in person in our Bristol but please indicate in your application if this is not possible so we can consider an alternative.

We are recruiting for a Digital Service Manager to join the Digital team on a 23-month Fixed Term Contract.

​This is an exciting opportunity to join The National Lottery Community Fund as a Digital Service Manager.

​The Fund’s digital live service is the front door to our communities. It encompasses the key touchpoints that users engage with on a daily basis to access our funding. You will have responsibility for managing the Fund’s digital live service on a day to day basis This includes ensuring it consistently meets business needs and user expectations. You will also have the opportunity to help improve our service.

​You will be part of our Digital team. We’re a multi-disciplinary team, working to user-led design principles. You will work with other designers, product managers, developers, and colleagues from the rest of the Fund to ensure that our live service is performing to agreed standards.

​You will be part of a service team who love sharing knowledge and experience. We’ll offer you support to further develop your skills, and opportunities to develop your experience and skills in a digital environment.

​The responsibilities of the job include:

• Managing the digital live service including defining (SLAs) and ensuring the quality, availability, and performance of the service
• Proactively sharing learning across digital teams to support continuous improvement
• Creating service reports for a variety of stakeholders
• Wider stakeholder engagement and communication
• Managing service incidents through to resolution
• Maintaining service documentation and systems
• Identify service optimisation opportunities, and contribute to the implementation of proposed solutions.

Interview Details:

Interview Date: Week beginning 10 March 2026

Interview Format: Virtual

​Location: Hybrid working, anywhere in the UK. Choice of home or office working (offices in Belfast, Birmingham, Cardiff, Exeter, Glasgow, Leeds, London, Manchester, Newcastle, or Newtown). Some in person meetings, including quarterly away days across UK locations.

We’ll talk to you about where you are based and your working pattern if you get the job.

If you would like an informal conversation about the role specifically, please contact: Janine Knox.

Any questions about the recruitment process, please email the recruitment team. 

How to apply

Upload your CV in Word format and write a supporting statement of up to 1000 words. We'll use the following criteria to score your application – so you should show how you meet them in your supporting statement.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience of managing live digital services or platforms including defining and monitoring SLAs and KPIs.
• Hands-on experience of leading incident resolution and root cause analysis.
• Ability to produce service level dashboards, reports, and performance summaries for stakeholders.
• Experience of working with diverse stakeholders and communicating effectively.
• Ability to create and maintain accurate service documentation and system records.
• Knowledge of end-to-end digital platforms (web, mobile, databases etc).
• Work collaboratively in an agile or fast-paced environment.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience of manging service helpdesk software

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion 

​Communities in the UK come in all shapes and sizes. National Lottery funding is for everyone – therefore, we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and we work hard to ensure our funding reaches where it is needed.

We also believe our people should represent the communities, organisations and individuals we work with. That’s why The National Lottery Community Fund is committed to being an inclusive employer and a great place to work. We recognise and celebrate the fact that our people come from diverse backgrounds. We positively welcome applications from people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities or longstanding health conditions, people who are LGBTQ+, and people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds, as well as people of all ages. 

As a Disability Confident Employer, we take a proactive approach in making reasonable adjustments, if needed, throughout the recruitment process and during employment. (This can be related to a physical and mental health condition.) 

Job Title: School Careers Advisers

Location: Across Kent, Medway, West Kent and Mid Kent Regions

Salary: £29,291 - £32,343 (FTE) depending on experience pro-rata term time only/ Term Time Only salary including annual leave is £25,175 - £27,802

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week) or Part-time (22.2 hours - per week)

Contract: Permanent (Term Time Only)

Reports to: Senior Careers Adviser

About CXK

CXK empowers people to succeed in employment, education and training. The charity strives for a fairer society where everyone can grow and realise their potential. “The CXK Way” embodies the following core values:

Ethical – We work with professionalism, honesty and integrity

Passionate – We reach out enthusiastically to all who need out support

Innovative – We inspire, enhance and improve

Collaborative – We engage, support and share with others

Young Peoples’ Careers Service

CXK is the lead provider of Personal Careers Guidance to young people in schools and specialist centres across Kent & Medway, where we provide independent Personal Careers Guidance, via our CXK Young Peoples’ Careers Service.

The Team

We are a diverse and welcoming team of advisers, who use a wide variety of creative methods to deliver personalised, client centred, personal careers guidance, ranging from one-to-one sessions through to group guidance, parents and options evenings, as well as focused talks and assemblies. We have minimal admin and keep our clients’ experience central to what we do, providing an inclusive service with individualised action plans, including the use of visual career maps, career cards and white boards, alongside more traditional approaches where appropriate.

We follow the CDI code of ethics and best practice for Action Planning (which names and recognises CXKs innovative work in this area):

The team is led by Chris Targett RCDP, who alongside his work at CXK, is the current Chair of the Careers Writers Association and co-author of the recently released Career Development and Inclusive Practice book, published by Trotman Publishing in partnership with the CDI.

The team is small but impactful. Feedback from our young people, that tell us about what our students valued regards our services:

· Helping young people understand their next steps

· Helping young people understand the options and careers choices they have

· Helping young people to know where to access further help, information, or support

The Role

The Careers Adviser will travel across Kent, Medway, West Kent and Mid Kent Regions to a broad range of school and college settings, delivering creative and inclusive Personal Careers Guidance, as well as assemblies and drop-in sessions as required. 

Each student and each learning environment will be unique, so the opportunity lends itself well to candidates who enjoy traveling and working in varied locations, meeting people from diverse backgrounds, and educating people of all abilities.

You will routinely liaise with Careers Leaders and senior school/ college staff to arrange and deliver activities for students during the school day. Whilst most delivery will take place between 8:30am and 4pm, travel before and after these times will be required and occasional attendance at parents’ and options evenings will also be required, but you will be given time off in lieu where this is applicable.

We would require you to work five days-a-week, term time only, with a pro rata holiday entitlement. If you would prefer part-time only employment (minimum of three days a week), this can be negotiated.

Skills and Knowledge

At CXK we are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. We actively promote diversity within our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Minimum Criteria

· Level 6 (or above) Careers Guidance Qualification

· In possession of a full, clean UK Drivers Licence with access to your own vehicle

Core Competencies

· Experience of delivering CEIAG in schools / colleges, face-to-face with young people Enthusiasm

· A willingness to deliver activities during school timetables; occasional evening events rebalanced via “time off in lieu.”

· Knowledge of Post 16 and Post 18 education and training routes for young people with and without additional needs and disabilities

· Adept at juggling activities and travel, emails and routine project admin; balancing school site work with homebased preparation and admin

· Experience of Microsoft products and ability to use them effectively, including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

· A commitment to undertake all necessary training for the role

Employee Experience

A career with CXK is rewarding work enabling you to fulfil your potential. This eclectic and exciting role within the CXK Young Peoples’ Careers team, provides the opportunity for you to travel from home to various education settings, networking with teachers and careers educators across the Kent and Medway area. You will hone specialised skills and knowledge relating to Post 16 and 18 career pathways, including 6th Forms, colleges, study programmes, gap-years, entrepreneurship, university and apprenticeship routes whilst being a positive influence on young people’s lives.

CXK employee benefits include:

· CDI and professional register membership (RCDP) paid for by CXK

· Defined contribution pension scheme (matched by CXK up to 10% depending on length of service criteria)

· Flexible working

· Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

· Training and development programmes and opportunities

· Mental and physical healthcare initiatives and more

Recruitment Timeline

Vacancy closing date: Ongoing

Application review date: Ongoing

Interviews dates: Ongoing

Useful Information

Should you wish to have an informal conversation before submitting your application, please contact recruitment @ cxk. org

Please note: Applicants will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide references before any offer of employment is made.

All applications must be submitted online via our portal.

The Volunteer & Kitchen Coordinator is responsible for recruiting and supporting volunteers at Catching Lives. This is a pivotal role in the charity which includes recruitment and induction of volunteers; managing the rota to cover shifts; managing food ordering in response to demand and budget; ensuring that the kitchen runs smoothly and meets high standard of hygiene; and communicating daily with volunteer teams.

With 100+ volunteers across the Centre and Bookshop, being Volunteer & Kitchen Coordinator calls for excellent organisational and communication skills, along with the ability to offer a friendly and non-judgemental service to people experiencing homelessness and other issues.

This is a part-time post at 25 hours per week. The working pattern will be agreed with the successful candidate and is normally between 8.30am-4.30pm Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend and evening working.

What we're looking for:

• Experience of providing services to, and communicating with, a diverse range of people (e.g. customers, service users).
• Experience of managing a varied and time-sensitive workload.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication.
• Proven ability to use digital tools for tasks such as communication, scheduling and data entry.
• Proven ability to work independently and proactively, and to use initiative.
• Able to offer a friendly, non-judgemental service to people experiencing homelessness, addiction, mental ill health and other challenges.
• Understanding of, and commitment to, diversity, equality and inclusion.
• Able to maintain professional boundaries (training will also be provided).
• Certified in last two years in Level 2 Food Hygiene or willing to achieve this within probationary period (funded by Catching Lives).

Catching Lives supports people who are homeless or insecurely housed in Canterbury and East Kent. Our vision is of a society where everyone has a safe place to live and the opportunity to lead a fulfilling life. Our day centre is a minute’s walk from Canterbury East station. We open every day of the week to provide basic facilities (food, showers, laundry) alongside one-to-one support to help people improve housing, health and social connection. We also run a programme of arts and activities, and host specialist services from partner agencies.

Trust Fundraising Support Officer

Hours: Part-time (14 – 17.5 hours per week)

Location: Hybrid working

Salary: £26,000 – £29,000 (Pro Rata)

Contract: Permanent

DBS: A basic check will be required

About Us

​At Epilepsy Action we are inclusive, ambitious, supportive, and committed to creating a world without limits for people with epilepsy. ​

​As we achieve the goals in our 2024 – 2030 strategy, we are excited to welcome you to our passionate, supportive and committed team.​

We understand the importance of a work life balance, and that's why we have a number of ways to support our people to achieve this. By operating a flexible and supportive approach, we empower people to work in a way that suits them that also meets the need of the charity.​

If you are interested in building a career you can be proud of in an inclusive and ambitious organisation, we might have the role for you!​

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Trust Fundraising Support Officer to join our growing fundraising team. 2025 was our best year yet for income and this role is pivotal in helping us to take the next step in further growing our income.​

This new role will play a key part in delivering funding from Trusts, Foundations and other Funders across the UK, supporting the Senior Trust Fundraising Officer to maximise our income. You will be responsible for making small-scale grant applications, and for growing our grants portfolio through identifying new funding opportunities.​

There will be a range of projects to work on, providing vital support to ensure that we are increasing the number of warm Funders who regularly support the charity.​

Your key responsibilities will include:​

• Build up a strong pipeline of prospective Funders by researching Trusts that align with Epilepsy Action’s vision and strategy.
• Secure income from small-scale charitable Trusts, Foundations, and other Grant Makers to meet individual and team targets.
• Ensure timely thanking, updates and reporting for all Grants and Donations from our rolling programme of applications.
• Use data in the CRM to analyse trends and identify opportunities.​

At Epilepsy Action, we recognise the power of collaboration and teamwork, so our team members with hybrid contracts can expect to work a minimum of 40% at our office in Leeds. On average this is 2 days a week, normally on Mondays and Thursdays, for full-time employees. The expectation to collaborate face-to-face is driven in part by your role and the activities you need to do which may vary from time to time, so you will need to work in a flexible way to help us create a world without limits for people with epilepsy.

About You?

We are looking for a dedicated fundraiser who has:​

• Experience in using specialist fundraising research tools.
• Proven communication, writing and editing skills.
• Proven experience of securing Donations, Grant income or new business.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and digital tools.
• Organisational skills is detail-oriented, and able to work to tight deadlines.​​​

Interested?

If you are interested, click apply and you will be redirected our careers site to complete your application.

Closing Date: 9am on Monday, 9th of February 2026

Informal Chat: Week commencing 16th of February 2026

Interviews: Monday, 23rd of February 2026

Recruitment Process: We believe that having an informal chat before the formal interview process allows us and you to have an open and honest conversation about the role, our organisation culture and what attracted you to apply. This is why as part of this process we will be inviting people to a 30-minute online chat with a member of our team before inviting shortlisted candidates to a formal interview.​

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications therefore early applications are advised.

Community Development Officer

We are looking for three Rural Community Connectors / Community Development Officers to join our team, working across Devon in flexible, hybrid roles.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading rural community development charity and play a critical role in supporting thriving, sustainable and inclusive rural, coastal and market town communities.

Positions: Rural Community Connector / Community Development Officer (3 posts)

Salary: £28,828 per annum (FTE) - Pro rata: £8,648 (0.3 FTE) / £23,062 (0.8 FTE)

Contract: Fixed term for 3 years (subject to review thereafter)

Locations & Hours:

• South / West Devon – 0.3 FTE (10.88 hours per week)
• North Devon / Torridge – 0.3 FTE (10.88 hours per week)
• East Devon / Mid Devon – 0.8 FTE (29 hours per week)

Closing Date: 12 noon Monday 2nd February
 

The Role

You will work as part of the Delivery Team to support rural and coastal communities to develop, thrive and respond to local challenges. Across these roles you will contribute to the delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects, including the Vibrant Villages and Power in Place programmes, and wider community development activity across Devon.

You will:

• Work directly with communities and partner organisations to improve quality of life and community resilience
• Deliver community engagement, capacity building and community-led planning activity
• Support work tackling social isolation, health inequalities, fuel poverty and access to services
• Contribute to social enterprise development, training and skills building in community-led change
• Support Project Managers to deliver funded projects on time and to agreed outcomes
• Represent the charity within local partnerships and networks
• Research emerging issues affecting rural communities and help shape future projects and services

You will be primarily community-based within your locality, with some work across the wider county.

About You

We are seeking experienced, motivated and community-focused professionals who thrive in varied, people-centred roles and enjoy delivering tangible outcomes.

You will have:

• Experience in community engagement or community development, supporting community groups and partnerships
• A strong understanding of asset-based, inclusive and community-led approaches
• Excellent project management skills, including communication, facilitation, training delivery and impact evaluation
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
• Experience of writing reports and delivering workshops or training sessions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences

You will need to be flexible, as some evening and weekend work will be required. Travel across Devon is essential; mileage will be reimbursed. Due to the rural nature of the county, a full driving licence with access to a vehicle (or the ability to travel easily across Devon) is required.

About the Organisation

The charity is a leading rural community development charity working across Devon to support communities to become more resilient, connected and sustainable.

We are an equal opportunities employer and strive to create a working environment where everyone can make the best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment. Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.

Job Title: PR & Social Media Officer

Department: Communications (Engagement Group)

Reports to: External Communications Senior Manager

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £34,350 - £38,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Hybrid - London, EC1Y and homeworking

About Better Society Capital (BSC):

Better Society Capital (BSC) is the UK's leading social impact-led investor. Our mission is to grow the amount of money invested in tackling social issues and inequalities in the UK; we do this by investing ourselves and enabling others to invest for impact too.  Since 2011, we have helped the social impact investment market grow twelve-fold to over £10 billion. This capital has financed social purpose organisations tackling everything from homelessness to mental health and fuel poverty. BSC manages £634m of its own investments as well as acting as portfolio manager for the Schroder BSC Social Impact Investment Trust (SBSI) managing its £83m portfolio. As BSC begins delivering its next five-year strategy, the organisation is embarking on a period of significant opportunity, growth and impact.

The opportunity:

We are seeking an enthusiastic PR and Social Media Officer to support our external communications, thought leadership initiatives, and events programme, with a particular focus on communicating complex financial and investment-led ideas in a clear, engaging way.

The role will be responsible for executing PR and social media strategies that elevate Better Society Capital's reputation, amplify our thought leadership, and create meaningful engagement with our diverse stakeholder ecosystem, including investors, policymakers, financial institutions, and impact-focused organisations.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who already has a grounding in finance or financial services communications and is looking to develop specialist expertise within the impact investing sector.

What you will do:

PR Support & Content Creation

• Support the execution of PR strategies and campaigns under senior management guidance

• Help translate technical financial concepts into accessible narratives for non-specialist audiences, while maintaining accuracy and credibility

• Draft press releases, media statements, and thought leadership content relating to investment activity, market development, and financial policy, for review and approval

• Research industry trends across financial services, impact investing, and public policy, identifying credible story opportunities

• Monitor media coverage and compile regular media reports and analysis

• Support communications around investment announcements, fund performance, market data, and research outputs

• Assist with crisis communications planning and response activities

Social Media Management & Content Creation

• Execute daily social media activities across all platforms (LinkedIn and Bluesky)

• Create engaging social media content including graphics, videos, and written posts

• Manage social media calendars and scheduling, ensuring consistent brand voice and messaging

• Monitor social media performance, compile analytics reports, and suggest optimisation strategies

• Stay current with social media trends and platform updates, making recommendations for new approaches

Administrative & Operational Support

• Maintain communications databases and contact management systems

• Coordinate with design and external agencies on communications materials

• Assist with compliance and regulatory requirements for communications

• Provide general administrative support to the communications team

• Other duties as required

What you will bring:

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• 1–2 years’ experience in PR, social media, or communications roles within a finance-adjacent environment (e.g. agency clients in financial services, impact investing, asset management, banking, or in-house roles)

• Strong writing and editing skills across multiple formats and platforms, with the ability to communicate financial or investment-related content clearly

• Familiarity with trade & national media landscape in the UK

• Experience creating content for professional and stakeholder audiences, including investors, policymakers, or sector specialists

• Familiarity with the UK investment, charity, or social enterprise landscape

• Confidence working with data, evidence, and financial information to support communications outputs

• Experience with social media management, content creation, and analytics

Desirable:

• Educational background in finance, economics, business, or a related subject, or equivalent professional experience

• Experience working in or for financial services, investment firms, impact funds, or financial PR agencies

• Demonstrable understanding of impact investing, social investment, or sustainable finance

• Experience with graphic design software (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)

Skills, Abilities and Attributes

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Ability to quickly understand and accurately communicate financial products, investment structures, and market developments

• Strong judgement when handling financially sensitive or market-facing communications

• Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts to shape finance-led narratives

• Creative thinking with strong attention to detail

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Proficiency with social media platforms and management tools

• Experience with analytics and reporting tools

• Passionate about social impact and mission-driven work

• Proactive and entrepreneurial mindset with strong work ethic

• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills

• Adaptable and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Embody Better Society Capital core values:

Ø  Purposeful –We are passionate and energetic in our work to bring about our long-term vision of a thriving social investment market that enables positive social impact.

Ø  Pioneering Spirit - We give our team the autonomy and flexibility to be entrepreneurial and creative. We have the courage to push boundaries and a restless drive for change

Ø  Openness - We listen, learn, experiment and collaborate.  And we are adaptive and flexible in responding to what we learn.

Ø  Rigorous - We take a rigorous approach in all we do.  We expect the highest standards and continually strive for excellence

Ø  Respectful - We are genuine in both our approach and aspiration.  We value each member of our team and our partners for what they bring.

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from racialised communities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

How to apply:

Closing Date:  11.59pm on Sunday 15 February 2026

Please apply via Applied which is designed to minimise unconscious bias in recruitment. We will review your CV and a short cover letter which should answer the following:

We want to understand why you are interested in a career here at BSC. As such, please include a short cover letter (1-2 paragraphs maximum) telling us about a time where you tried to do something to create a positive change. What was the goal, did it happen, and what did you learn about yourself along the way?

Your CV and statement will be anonymised and reviewed by the hiring panel to help minimise unconscious bias.

NB we screen for answers and CVs generated by Gen AI. To get a 5 star score, we ask that your statement and CV are authentic and reflect your own knowledge, skills and motivations.

Interviews

Round 1 virtual interviews: w/c 23 February 2026

Round 2 in-person interviews: w/c 02 March 2026

We are a Disability Confident Committed employer. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be considered for an initial screening interview. When application numbers are high and we are unable to interview everyone who meets the minimum criteria, we will prioritise those who best meet the essential requirements of the role.

We are defining a disability in accordance with the Equality Act 2010, as a person who has a physical or mental impairment, and the impairment has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on their ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities. You will be asked in your Applied application whether this applies to you.

If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch

 Other terms

Location: We are a UK-based business with an office in the Old Street area of London, accessible via a number of public transport links. Colleagues typically spend 40% - 60% of their working hours in the office, and the remainder from home. However, the exact requirements for this role can be discussed at interview. We hope that this working pattern encourages Better Society Capital employees to achieve a healthy balance between work and personal life, as we adapt to the needs of our diverse workforce.

Right to work: We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role. Candidates need to have the existing right to work in the UK

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: Better Society Capital is committed to being a diverse organisation that is truly representative of the communities we serve. We therefore welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, particularly those under-represented in the social impact investment sector (e.g. people from LGBTQIA+, racialised, disabled, or under-served communities).

We are an equal opportunities employer with an inclusive environment where all employees can contribute to their fullest potential. We want every colleague to be able to deliver their work with dignity, equality, comfort and independence. Our office is fully accessible with step-free access and an open-plan set up. We are open to accommodation requests regarding assistive technologies, accessibility tools, flexible working or any other reasonable adjustments that will make working or visiting here more accessible for you. If you have a disability or other access needs and require any support to assist you through the recruitment process, please get in touch