Jobs in England
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
DIRECTOR FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
Handcrafted seek their new Director for Young People.
- Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week and will consider part time/flexible hours
- Location: Based from one of the hubs in Gateshead or Durham with travel to other hubs
Do you have significant experience at senior level working with vulnerable young people?
Can you shape culture and strategy whilst carrying regulatory responsibility, strengthening systems, developing managers and representing our organisation externally?
Can you demonstrate the below?
- Strong strategic leadership skills with the ability to shape vision, drive improvement, and lead organisational development within young people’s services
- In-depth understanding of safeguarding, risk management, trauma-informed practice at senior level
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage young people, teams and external partners
Do you have experience in the following?
- Leading teams, supervising staff and developing professional practice
- Managing safeguarding concerns, coordinating multi agency responses and ensuring compliance
- Operational leadership within social care, education or supportive housing
You will also have the strong personal commitment to Christian ethos of Handcrafted through prayer, practical action and ways of working.
Download the candidate pack for full details, responsibilities and person specification.
This role is subject to a DBS check, which will be carried out by the employer.
If you feel you have relevant skills and experience, please submit your CV and supporting statement to Sandra Smith, via the Charisma Charity Recruitment website.
Key dates:
- Applications are being reviewed by Charisma on a rolling basis, so please apply without delay to avoid disappointment.
- Interviews with Handcrafted: TBC
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
About Global Canopy and Trase
Global Canopy is a data-driven not for profit that targets the market forces destroying nature. We do this by improving transparency and accountability. We provide innovative open-access data, clear metrics, and actionable insights to leading companies, financial institutions, governments and campaigning organisations worldwide.
Trase is a data-driven transparency initiative that revolutionises our understanding of the international trade and financing of agricultural commodities which drive tropical deforestation. Its unique supply chain mapping approach brings together disparate, publicly available data to connect consumer markets to deforestation and other impacts in producer countries.
Trase’s free online tools and actionable intelligence enable governments, companies, financial institutions and civil society organisations to take practical steps to address deforestation. Trase is jointly led by the Stockholm Environment Institute and Global Canopy, with many further partners and collaborators.
About the Role
This role will lead Trase’s Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning agenda. Working as part of Trase’s Impact Team, you will strengthen our evidence base on how Trase influences decisions of governments, businesses and civil society on commodity trade, building credibility with external stakeholders, including donors, and supporting the ongoing development of our theory of change.
Trase has made a significant investment over the last decade in developing an initiative-wide culture for learning and knowledge-based decision making including an established and regularly reviewed Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) function and annual plan.
As we enter a new strategic period (2026 – 2030) we are seeking to further strengthen the MEL function and invest more in understanding how our data and intelligence influences decisions and the role of transparency in driving change.
Our work spans 6 outcomes with a focus on influencing decisions, priorities and building capacity of civil society governments and the private sector in key producer countries and export markets for forest risk commodities.
Responsibilities
1. Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) strategy and implementation (20%)
- Lead the development and implementation of MEL strategy and annual work plan
- Quality assurance and coordination of MEL inputs from across the team.
- Review and maintain MEL data collection and knowledge management tools.
- Build awareness and motivation for effective MEL across the team.
- Support the role of MEL in influencing the development of Trase’s theory of change, strategy and planning.
2. Monitoring and reporting (30%)
- Strengthen Trase’s monitoring framework including using new approaches to integrate qualitative data and better understand the significance of Trase’s contributions (including change stories and outcome harvesting) across our intermediate outcomes, long-term outcomes and impact goals.
- Quarterly progress reporting of outcomes and outputs for internal management.
- Support on donor reporting including drafting narrative reports and updating results framework.
3. Evaluation and learning (50%)
Oversight of biannual external evaluations and annual review of effectiveness questions across sustainability, impact, relevance, effectiveness and efficiency.
- Support internal reviews and evaluations across Trase teams and partners.
- Strengthen Trase’s learning culture, supporting team leads on facilitating learning sessions, retrospectives and thematic evaluations on key topics and applying these lessons in planning and decision-making.
- Bring evidence and insights for proposals and the development of Trase’s theories of change.
About You
Essential behavioural competencies:
- Bring a coaching and mentoring approach to create buy-in through influence and persuasion, foster positive relationships and build alignment on MEL.
- Solutions and action-oriented: able to prioritise effectively and work autonomously to develop and deliver strategy/tactics. Meets deadlines and proactively ensures dependencies are in place.
- Entrepreneurial and adaptable: able to respond flexibly to a fast-moving internal and external context, and to get new ideas off the ground.
Required skills and experience:
- Demonstrated experience in successfully developing MEL processes and delivering MEL.
- Excellent communications and facilitation skills.
- Able to turn evidence into clear, accessible and compelling messages and insights for external audiences.
- Meticulous and precise with a high attention to detail.
- Worked in a similar environment of consortia and/or development/environment programmes.
Desired skills and experience:
- Experience working on sustainability and/or human rights related projects.
- Experience working in international and/or multicultural and/or multilingual environments.
- Any of the following language skills: Bahasa Indonesian, Spanish, Portuguese, or Mandarin.
This is a global recruitment with visa sponsorship available for relocation to the UK for candidates that do not already have the right to live and work in the UK. Candidates that already hold the right to live and work in Brazil or Switzerland are also eligible and would not be required to relocate unless desired. Candidates based in Brazil or Switzerland would need to be available to travel to the UK up to twice a year
In the UK the postholder will be expected to attend the office as required and at least twice a month. Global Canopy will support visa sponsorship if required.
We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the qualifications listed.
Salary & Benefits
Salary: £55,000 full time equivalent (note: salaries in Brazil and Switzerland will be benchmarked to local teams). This role sits within Band D on Global Canopy’s remuneration framework.
Nature of contract: Full time or Part Time (60 – 100% FTE). Permanent contract. We are a flexible employer and welcome candidates wishing to work flexibly.
Base: In the UK our office is in Oxford, with flexible home-working arrangements in place. In Brazil and Switzerland we are fully remote working. We will support visa sponsorship to the UK for this position. Candidates wishing to work in Brazil and Switzerland will need right to work in these countries.
Holidays: 36 days (including bank/public holidays) for discretionary use across the annual leave year. Option to purchase up to an additional 5 days or equivalent of one week’s leave.
Pension: Employer pension contribution of 8%.
Healthcare cashback plan: Covering dental fees, eye-care, wellbeing, physiotherapy, chiropody and much more – for you and any children.
Group Life Assurance: Paying a lump sum of 3 times annual salary
Group Income Protection: Paying 75% of annual salary for up to 2 years (for long term sickness).
Employee Assistance Programme: Which provides free, confidential advice on personal and legal matters.
Other: Huge range of discounts and cashback deals at gyms, restaurants, holidays, and much more.
How to Apply
To apply for the position, please follow the links and submit an up-to date CV and covering letter.
The covering letter should explain your motivation for the role, how your skills and experience fit the person specification and indicate the % FTE (60-100%) you are applying for. (Please no more than 1 page). Applications that are submitted without a cover letter will not be reviewed.
All candidates are asked to complete an anonymous diversity monitoring form when they apply.
The closing date for applications is Monday 23 March 2026 at 9am UK Time. Early application encouraged. We may close applications early if suitable candidates are identified.
Applicants are required to disclose if and how they have used AI in their application.
The recruitment process for this position is intended to be as follows:
- Screening interview of 30 mins (tentatively 7 & 8 April)
- A skills-based test (tentatively 10 – 16 April)
- Final interview of 1 hour(tentatively 29 & 30 April)
This recruitment process will take place online via video. The entire process is likely to take 8 weeks to complete from the closing date of this advert. Due to the volume of interest, we are unable to provide all applicants with individual feedback.
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.
NRC UK was established in 2020 with the main objective of strengthening the profile, outreach, and impact of the Norwegian Refugee Council as a humanitarian organisation in the United Kingdom. We work to leverage relationships with UK foundations, corporates and private philanthropists to secure funding that enables NRC to deliver its mission and improve the lives of people displaced by conflict. We also work to influence stakeholders and partners in the UK in order to influence their humanitarian policies and practices.
You are likely to be in the early stages of your career, interested and experienced in humanitarian work and ready to lend your hands-on organisational and administrative skills to to enable the advocacy and fundraising work of the UK Director, the Private Partnerships Special Adviser and the rest of the core team based in the London office.
You will bring enthusiasm and ability to work confidently and independently with guidance and supervision on a range of external-facing administrative tasks including communications, relationship management, note-taking and record-keeping, desk research & analysis and event organisation.
These tasks and responsibilities will support NRC UK in the implementation of our strategy and action plans on private fundraising and external engagement and will also provide support to the Director in delegated areas on a full range of activities in the UK including advocacy, institutional funding, strategic partnerships, compliance and office management.
Please note this role is offered at 80% of FTE (4 days per week).
Responsibilities
1. Support the Private Sector Partnerships Specialist Adviser (50%) and the UK Director (50%) to deliver on key tasks required in order to meet NRC UK’s private fundraising and broader objectives.
2. Provide administrative support to the Specialist Adviser on tasks necessary to meet fundraising targets, including communications and relationship management, prospect research, due diligence, meeting and event organisation.
3. Provide administrative support to the UK Director including communications, organising and attending both external and internal meetings and events, taking notes and minutes, research and analysis, document preparation and coordinating input into internal reports including the annual report.
4. Provide additional ad-hoc administrative support to the NRC UK team as required.
5. The Officer will be required to execute existing workplans and meet objectives and deadlines with oversight and support from Adviser and Director.
Qualifications
- 3 years of progressive professional experience (preferably within the UK Third Sector) in business development, advocacy, fundraising and/or general administrative duties
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Politics, Law, Communications, International Relations or a relevant field. Equivalent experience will be accepted instead of qualifications.
- Demonstrable experience in prospect research and ability to identify partnership opportunities based on criteria provided by NRC
- Demonstrable interest in humanitarian issues, with clear understanding of ethical and principled humanitarian approaches.
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal
- Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Would you like to make a difference to the lives of people and communities in need? Do you have strong organisational and interpersonal skills? Are you passionate about personal development and transformation? If the answer to these questions is yes, you should consider joining Citizens Advice North Staffordshire, one of the largest and most dynamic advice charities in the country. We are the People’s Champion.
Citizens Advice North Staffordshire is looking to recruit a new Executive Support Officer. This is an exciting opportunity to join an established and nationally respected charity at a time of genuine transformation, following our recent move to a modern, bright new office space, inspired by our Senior Management Team and CEO.
As Executive Support Officer, you will assist the CEO and Senior Management Team:
- with strategic developments in the delivery of advice and advice services
- developing new services designed to support hard-to-reach client groups
- uphold relevant quality standards and help to achieve our Corporate Plan objectives
Reporting to the Facilities & finance Manager, the Executive Support Officer will support the CEO and Senior Management Team on a daily basis. Ideally, you will have experience of providing executive-level support, have strong interpersonal skills and be comfortable speaking to partner representatives.
The ability to demonstrate an empathy with and understanding of the needs of vulnerable clients would be a distinct advantage.
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Birthday leave, after 3 months service
- Flexible working arrangements
- Pension salary sacrifice scheme
- Health & Wellbeing programme
- Employer funded cash Health plan
- Employee discounts through Perkbox
- Employee Assistance Programme
Projects and Communications Co-ordinator
£33,419 - £36,891 pa, plus excellent benefits
London (including flexible working) but will require occasional travel across the UK
Permanent
We are looking for a highly motivated, organised and proactive Projects and Communications Co-ordinator, for the Royal College of Psychiatrists Strategic Communications department.
Working directly with the Director and department senior leadership team, you will be the vital bridge facilitating our cross-department planning, project co-ordination of our flagship campaigns including Choose Psychiatry and Thrive in Psychiatry, and support essential day-to-day administration assistance to the Strategic Communications leadership team. Beyond project management you will provide on-the-ground support for high-profile events like the President’s lectures and Congress, and occasionally provide assistance with out-of-hours crisis communications.
If you have a passion for organising, enjoy building connections, thrive on being solutions-focused and approach challenges with a learning mindset – we want to hear from you!
The College values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community, reflecting the population it serves.
We are committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and supportive culture, a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We aim to promote a more inclusive environment, which attracts all candidates and signals our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity.
We will provide appropriate reasonable adjustments for candidates who may have a disability.
We only recruit the best and in return for your commitment the College offers an attractive salary and benefits.
We operate a hybrid working model of onsite and working from home/remote, which helps to ensure a flexible work life balance.
We welcome applications from all sections of the Community.
The Royal College of Psychiatrists is the professional membership body for psychiatrists and promotes excellent care for people with mental illness. It has 19,000 members and engages with government and the media as the leading voice of the UK’s mental health services. The College is a values-based organisation and, in 2019, was named Charity of the Year in the European Diversity Awards.
Closing date: 18 March 2026.
Interviews: 2 April 2026.
Salary: Grade 5 - £37,739 per annum
Contract: Permanent
Full time – 35 hours per week
Closing date: Wednesday 18th March 2026 at 11.30pm
About the role
Carrying an active caseload, you will use your legal skills to challenge and fight cases that defend housing rights, challenge discriminatory practices and create systemic change. You will work closely with colleagues in the hub to ensure people in our communities are aware of their rights, how to enforce them and represent people who need specialist legal advice.
About you
Qualified as a Solicitor, you will have housing law knowledge and the ability to manage your own caseload and conduct litigation. Strong communication and writing skills are essential, as is a commitment to developing your skills and knowledge to improve performance. You will have the ability and willingness to undertake your own advocacy either as part of the court duty scheme or for your own clients and be able to work with third party organisations to further the hub's strategic goals.We are less interested in your degree classification and where you studied and more interested in your passion and ability to make a difference to our clients and our fight for a fairer housing system.
Newly qualified candidates with a demonstrable interest in social justice are welcome to apply.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits, including 30 days of annual leave, enhanced family friendly policies, pension and interest free travel loans. Our employees also have access to a tenancy deposit loan, payroll giving, cycle to work scheme and an employee assistance programme.
About the team
Our Legal Service provides specialist legal knowledge across Shelter through four teams covering Community Legal advice, Strategic Litigation, the National Legal Team and Legal Support Team. You will be part of our Community Legal Team, who are based across our 11 hub locations and work alongside hub colleagues every day to fight housing injustice and deliver systemic change relating to housing practice in our local communities.
Shelter Bristol provides vital housing advice and support services, specialising in emergency homelessness work, intensive support to children and families, people experiencing domestic abuse and those experiencing multiple disadvantages. We provide front line support to over 5,000 people a year in the city and work to improve the underlying systems which perpetuate the housing emergency.
About Shelter
Home is a human right. It’s our foundation and where we thrive. Yet everyday millions of people are being devastated by the housing emergency.
We exist to defend the right to a safe home. Because home is everything.
We need ambitious, passionate people to join us. This is your chance to play a part in the fundamental change we are striving to achieve.
How to apply
Please click ‘Apply for Job’ below. You are required to submit a CV and responses to the points in the ‘About You’ section of the job description of no more than 350 words each. Please provide specific examples following the STAR format and ensure you demonstrate how you address the behaviour below throughout your responses:
- We prioritise diversity and have an inclusive and open mindset
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Substance Misuse Practitioner MATERNITY COVER x2 (West and North Essex Areas)
Fixed Term contract from 1st March 2026 to 31st January 2027
35 hours per week
£29,855 per annum
Essex - You would be based in either Harlow or Colchester and expected to travel within that quadrant.
The Children's Society has been helping children and young people in this country for over 140 years. We run local services that support young people when they are at their most vulnerable and in desperate need of help. We're there for young people, every step of the way.
This role sits within our children and families directorate, which works to provide immediate one-to-one and group support for young people who urgently need support. Your role will be to help us maintain and develop innovative practice to support our work in our services within the Essex area.
We wish to recruit 2 Substance Misuse Practitioners to join the established All Age Recovery Co-ordination Service (AARCS), which we deliver in partnership with Open Road, supporting young people, adults and families affected by substance misuse.
You will undertake individual assessments and risk assessment with young people up to the age of 25, developing a person-centred care plan specific to that young person and their needs and supporting them through their recovery journey with the service. This will be delivered through a range of tailored interventions, in both a one to one and/or targeted group work capacity.
-You will have substantial experience in working with vulnerable young people either in a paid or unpaid capacity.
-You will have experience of carrying out individual and group work interventions with young people & adults.
-You will have experience in using Microsoft Office Applications and other relevant data systems.
-You can demonstrate the ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
As well as a strong commitment to your development, we offer a generous holiday entitlement, a contributory stakeholder pension, childcare vouchers and flexible working.
The Children's Society runs over 100 local services that help thousands of young people who desperately need our support, and we campaign to get laws and policies changed to make young people's lives happier and safer.
The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practices across our services.
Candidates applying for work in our Children and Young People Directorate will be required to complete an “Employment history" form, which will be emailed to shortlisted candidates prior to interview.
The closing date for applications is Friday 20th March 2026.
Interviews will be face to face and held on Monday 30th March in our Chelmsford Office at 114 Springfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 6LF.
IN1
This role sits within our Connecting Communities service, which is an element of the larger Mental Health and Wellbeing Service in Tower Hamlets. The post holder will be committed to supporting our clients through their recovery and developing greater resilience and wellbeing. This role will offer a personalised approach to accessing welfare and housing-related advice and information, through casework, workshops and advice surgeries.
What you’ll do
- Provide welfare benefits and housing advice to support people with mental health challenges to live independently in the community.
- Help clients understand and resolve issues related to welfare benefits and ensure they receive their correct entitlements.
- Run workshops, groups, and advice surgeries on welfare benefits and related topics, such as money management.
- Work collaboratively with the Connecting Communities team, mental health services, housing associations, and other providers to support welfare benefits enquiries, referrals, and training needs.
We endeavour to make sure that everyone with a mental health or emotional issue has somewhere to turn for advice and support.



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
I’m delighted to share a fantastic temporary opportunity for an Education Coordinator (Exams) with a leading professional membership organisation.
If you’re someone who thrives on detail and enjoys playing a key role behind the scenes of high-stakes professional assessments - this could be the role for you!
This is a hands-on, varied role within a busy and collaborative Education team, supporting the smooth delivery of professional clinical examinations, including OSCEs and Independent Prescribing assessments.
Role: Education Coordinator (Exams)
Organisation type: Professional Membership Body
Salary/rate: £17.97 per hour
Working arrangements: Hybrid – 3 days in office / 2 days remote
Location: London, Charing Cross
Employment type: Temporary – ASAP start for approx. 3 months
Working hours: 35 hours per week | Monday–Friday | 9am–5pm
Closing date: ASAP
About the Role
Working as part of a dedicated Education team, you’ll provide essential operational support across the full examination lifecycle. From scheduling and candidate communications to logbook management and exam-day delivery, you’ll help ensure everything runs smoothly and on time.
This is a brilliant opportunity to gain exposure to a range of assessment processes within a highly respected membership organisation — while making a tangible impact every single day.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing Clinical Placement Logbooks (digital and paper-based)
- Scheduling examinations and responding to candidate queries
- Supporting OSCE exam days (attendance required)
- Processing results accurately and to tight deadlines
- Maintaining and manipulating data using CRM systems
- Ensuring GDPR compliance and handling sensitive data appropriately
- Updating examination documentation and website content
- Liaising confidently with internal teams, examiners and candidates
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in assessment, examinations, or qualification delivery
- Strong data management, analysis and reporting skills
- Exceptional attention to detail and accurate data entry skills
- Confidence handling confidential and sensitive information
- Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
If you’re immediately available and looking to step into a structured, process-driven environment where precision and organisation really matter, please apply today by submitting your CV today.
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.
About The Refugee Council
The Refugee Council is the nation’s refugee charity. Together with community groups, partners and volunteers, we help people who have escaped war and persecution to rebuild their lives, integrate into communities, and play their part in Britain. Born in the aftermath of World War II, our frontline services support over 14,000 refugees each year to find safety, get to know their neighbours, and enter education, training or work. We share our evidence and expertise with policymakers to help build integrated communities where everyone can contribute.
We have offices across the UK where our Services teams provide support to refugees at local level.
Inclusion and Accessibility
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
Our Values
Our values underpin everything we do:
- Inclusive: We are inclusive. We work with - not for - refugees and people seeking asylum, so they have an equal voice, co-producing projects and ensuring their expertise and experiences are at the heart of what we do.
- Collaborative: We are collaborative. Working with others is a priority in order to have the collective impact that is vital to achieve policy and practice reform.
- Courageous: We speak out when we see injustice, cruelty and unfairness. We always stand up for what we believe is the right thing to do to transform the experiences of those seeking protection in our country.
- Respectful: We are respectful of all those we interact with. We treat everyone – our staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, partners and people we disagree with – with the same respect, professionalism and understanding.
About the role
The Therapeutic Service Programme Manager provides strategic leadership and clinical governance for the Refugee Council’s therapeutic programmes, ensuring safe, high-quality care for separated children, adults and families seeking asylum.
As a Therapeutic Service Programme Manager, you will:
- Maintain professional standards and regulatory compliance
- Oversee all clinical decisions, referral pathways and service integration with advice and casework
- Lead and develop therapeutic managers and staff through supervision, reflective practice and trauma-informed wellbeing initiatives
- Embed client participation and advocacy into service design
- Manage operational finances, performance reporting and cross-organisational collaboration to drive continuous improvement and service sustainability
This is a permanent, part-time position working 28 hours per week.
The role can be based at any of the following Refugee Council offices - London, Sheffield, Hull, Kent, Hertfordshire.
Staff Benefits
To reward our staff for the value they bring, we offer a variety of enhanced terms and conditions and a wide range of benefits, including:
- Training & Development
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Pension Scheme
- Work Life Balance Policies
- Employer-Sponsored Volunteering
- And more!
Let’s work together to improve the lives of refugees in the UK - apply on our website today.
Closing date: 21 March 2026.
Ensuring that the Refugee Council is an inclusive and accessible place to work is important to us. We want to enable people from different backgrounds to apply and thrive with us. We believe our recruitment process enables that and are also happy to make adjustments on request.
Interim Fire Safety Works Support Coordinator (Initial 3-Month Contract – Immediate Start Potential)
Overview We are seeking an experienced interim professional to provide operational support to the Fire and Security Contracts Manager in a large housing association. The role focuses on coordinating the delivery of minor and responsive works arising from fire-related cyclical inspections (including Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) and Fire Door Inspection (FDI) actions) across a diverse property portfolio.
This is a hands-on, autonomous position requiring strong initiative, with an emphasis on ensuring safe, timely, compliant, and budget-controlled outcomes for residents. It is ideal for a contractor with proven experience in fire safety compliance and works delivery in regulated environments such as social housing, construction, or property management.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the full delivery cycle of outsourced and internal minor/responsive fire safety works, including scoping, issuing instructions, monitoring progress, verifying completion evidence, and managing contractor performance.
- Review completed FRA and FDI actions; ensure evidence is satisfactory, validate/audit works (particularly fire door replacements) against manufacturer instructions, accreditation bodies, and relevant technical guidance; upload approved evidence to relevant systems (e.g., SharePoint or compliance hubs).
- Conduct site inspections, quality audits, and regular meetings with subcontractors to confirm health & safety compliance and adherence to regulatory/legislative requirements.
- Liaise effectively with internal teams, external contractors, residents, and locality stakeholders to keep all parties informed and maintain collaborative relationships.
- Manage financial aspects of works delivery, including budget monitoring and control to ensure expenditure remains within agreed limits.
- Prioritise resident safety and deliver the right outcomes in a timely and compliant manner.
- Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating high levels of initiative and using Microsoft Windows and Office packages proficiently.
Essential Requirements
- Solid knowledge of construction processes and fire safety regulations/standards.
- Competence to review, validate, and sign off FRA/FDI-related works (including auditing fire door installations).
- Proven experience in operational coordination, contract/works oversight, subcontractor management, site auditing, and compliance in a regulated sector (e.g., social housing, property services).
- Strong understanding of health & safety obligations and regulatory compliance in fire safety contexts.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and prioritise effectively.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
SENIOR EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Strategic Senior Executive Assistant role with Mission Aviation Fellowship International (MAFI), supporting the CEO and Executive Leadership Team across a global Christian mission bringing help, hope and healing to isolated communities through aviation.
Why work for MAF International?
- Strategic role supporting global Christian leaders within a supportive, faith-centred global team environment
- 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- 10% employer pension contribution and Life insurance (3× salary)
- Location: Hybrid – minimum one day per week in the Cranfield or Ashford office, plus international travel opportunities (around one week per month)
- Contract: Full time (37.5 hours, trust based pattern across time zones)
Mission Aviation Fellowship International is a global Christian organisation using aviation to reach people living in poverty, conflict or extreme isolation. With an 80 year history and programmes across Africa, Asia and beyond, MAFI is undergoing a major global transformation to strengthen and unify its impact.
We’re looking for a highly capable and relationship focused Senior Executive Assistant who thrives in an engaging global environment and enjoys supporting senior leaders to operate at their best. You’ll coordinate complex schedules, manage information flow, support governance processes, and build strong working relationships across different cultures and time zones.
You will:
- Coordinate the CEO’s global calendar and prepare briefings and documents
- Support Executive Leadership Team meetings and rhythms across time zones
- Manage board logistics, agendas, papers and minutes
- Oversee digital workflows through Teams/SharePoint
- Plan international itineraries, visits and events
- Build positive relationships across MAF’s global network
- Model and participate in MAF’s Christian ethos and spiritual life
This role is ideal for someone organised, confident working across cultures, calm under pressure and committed to supporting leadership within a mission driven organisation.
This role is subject to a Basic DBS check.
For further details please have a look at the candidate pack.
For an informal chat to ask any questions, please contact Nick Thomas, Senior Consultant, Charisma Charity Recruitment. Please apply through the Charisma Charity Recruitment website with your CV and supporting statement.
Key dates:
- Closing date: Wednesday 18 March 2026
- Charisma vetting interviews must be completed by: Tuesday 24 March
- 1st Interviews with MAF International: w/c 30 March 2026
- Final Interviews with MAF International: w/c 6 April 2026
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion*, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.
*In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, Part 1, Schedule 9, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a practicing Christian.
Alexandra Palace is partnering exclusively with Robertson Bell in their search for a permanent Financial Controller. Alexandra Palace is one of London’s most iconic destinations. For over 150 years, it has stood as a beacon of creativity, community and culture - home to world-first innovations, unforgettable entertainment and open access to green space across 196 acres of parkland in North London.
The Financial Controller is a key role within the Finance team, supporting the Finance Director to deliver a high-quality, efficient and forward-thinking finance function across a uniquely diverse, highly commercial and operationally complex organisation.
The role:
- Support the Finance Director in delivering a robust and effective finance function, providing technical expertise and operational leadership across the organisation.
- Lead the preparation of statutory financial statements and play a central role in managing the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors and stakeholders.
- Drive the implementation of a new accounting system, improving processes, reporting capability and financial insight across the organisation.
- Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls and process improvements to ensure accuracy, transparency and strong governance.
- Lead on payroll financial control and reporting, ensuring data integrity and robust processes.
- Prepare and monitor cash flow forecasts across multiple entities, identifying risks and supporting decision-making.
- Provide financial leadership on capital projects, supporting accounting and financial oversight of major developments on site.
- Ensure timely and accurate completion of VAT and other statutory returns.
- Support the development of the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and strong financial awareness across the organisation.
The organisation:
Today, Alexandra Park and Palace Charitable Trust is the custodian of this extraordinary site. As a charity, they are committed to safeguarding its heritage while continually evolving their offer to meet the needs of today’s audiences and communities. More than 4 million people visit each year to enjoy a dynamic mix of live events, festivals, exhibitions, learning and engagement programmes and community initiatives.
Operating with a blended income model - combining commercial income, public funding and philanthropic support the organisation offers a complex, engaging environment where finance plays a crucial role in enabling sustainable growth and delivering public value.
Essential criteria:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant relevant experience
- Demonstrable experience in a Financial Controller or similar role within a complex organisation
- Experience preparing statutory accounts within the charity / not-for-profit sector
- Experience managing external audits and working closely with auditors
- Strong financial control and balance sheet management experience
- Experience leading or supporting finance system implementation or process improvement
- Proven line management experience and ability to develop teams
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders
This role will be based at Alexandra Palace with regular on-site presence required to support collaboration across the organisation.
The closing date for applications is 12th March, with first stage interviews scheduled for 19th–20th March and second stage interviews 26th-27th March.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis ahead of the closing date, so please submit your CV to Robertson Bell, the exclusive recruitment partner, to be considered.
Our mission is: To repair, restore and maintain the park and palace for the recreation and enjoyment of the public forever.
What if your fundraising leadership could help women move from crisis and trauma into safety and hope?
That's exactly what One25 does. This is a unique opportunity to shape and drive the income strategy behind one of Bristol's most respected, justice focused charities supporting women who street sex work. As Head of Fundraising and a member of the senior leadership team, you'll drive the diversification of income streams and lead a team that powers One25's exceptional and compassionate service delivery.
Salary: £51,104 per annum
Location: Bristol with flexibility for hybrid working (ideally 2 days per week onsite)
Contract: Permanent, 37.5 hours FTE or reduced contract considered
Benefits: 3% employer pension contribution, 33 days holiday including bank plus additional with length of service, 2 days wellness leave, up to 13 days' time off in lieu, option to join 4-Day Week Pilot after probation (work 20% less for the same salary) currently under review.
Culture: Flexible, life-and-family friendly
About the role
You'll lead a talented team across a diverse income mix, including trusts and foundations, philanthropy, individual giving, legacies, and community fundraising. Your North Star will be sustainable income that ensures women can access advocacy, support, and safety.
This role is about diversifying income and creating a long-term strategy and portfolio that strengthens supporter relationships and builds resilience at every stage of the donor journey. The charity is keen to explore the potential of high-value support, relying on your fundraising expertise to guide approaches for cultivating and stewarding major donors.
What you'll bring
You're a strategic thinker who leads with warmth and confidence, unafraid to be authentic and vulnerable. In previous roles, you've secured significant gifts, shaped income strategies, and inspired teams to grow, learn and thrive.
At heart, you're values-driven, emotionally intelligent, and committed to social justice - someone who listens deeply and leads with integrity and trust.
Most of all, you believe in the potential of women facing multiple disadvantages and you're motivated by fundraising that is ethical, relational and grounded in dignity.
Why One25?
You'll join a reflective, inclusive team that prioritises wellbeing, invests in growth and champions its values every day. The organisation is committed to continuous improvement and learning and you'll be empowered and enabled to bring your whole self to work.
Are you ready to apply?
Please send a copy of your CV or profile to Amelia Lee at Charity People as the first step.
If your experience matches what we're looking for, then we'll be in touch with more detail about the application process.
Deadline: 9am on Wednesday 18th March
Interview dates will be confirmed soon.
Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.
To meet women who street sex work where they are, supporting them to move from crisis and trauma towards independence in the community.


