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In addition to the 50+ young people we see every day out our centre, New Horizon’s Outreach service works with young people on the streets and in the community. The team works pan London to deliver a youth-specific outreach service to young people currently or at risk of rough sleeping. We use our extensive housing expertise to place those young people into accommodation that is appropriate and safe, whilst encouraging them to access the day centre to benefit from the wide range of services we offer. This role will involve regualr outreach shifts (early mornings and late evenings) across London aswell as supporting our clients in the day centre and developing a best practice approach to supporting young rough sleepers and the hidden homeless. 

• Permanent, full-time role in the Rough Sleeping Team
• Salary: £31,200-£34,736
• Deadline to apply: 9am Friday 24 October

Samaritans is the charity that prevents suicide through the power of human connection. We make sure there’s always someone to listen if you’re in crisis or feeling suicidal. And we unite to raise awareness and campaign for suicide prevention.

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We answer a call for help every ten seconds and need to be able to reach and connect with a diverse range of people. Whether it’s through our life-saving helpline service, innovative partnerships or impactful campaigns, we work towards our vision in many different ways and our communications need to reflect this.

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As Copywriter in the Brand and Marketing team, you can help us work towards our vision by bringing our brand to life so more people are encouraged to reach out to us or inspired to support us. You’ll make sure any content we create is clear and impactful, reflects our tone of voice and key messages, and helps drive greater awareness and engagement in our work. There will be room for creativity in this role and plenty of variety, as you’ll be writing for a range of different audiences and channels.

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Contract

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• £32,000 - £34,000 (FTE) 
• Fixed term – 12 months (maternity cover)
• Full Time (35hrs per week; Monday to Friday)  
• Hybrid – Linked to Ewell (Surrey) office with flexibility to work from home 
• We are passionate about flexible working, talk to us about your preferences  

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What you’ll do

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• Provide a first-class copywriting service, developing high-quality written content for use across multiple channels and formats.
• Develop messaging and creative copy for awareness and fundraising campaigns, products and assets.
• Work on publications such as our Annual Report and Impact Report.
• Check and edit external-facing content to make sure that it’s well-written, our brand messaging and tone of voice are reflected, and it’s appropriate for the audience and channel.
• Support the continued use of our brand tone of voice, written brand guidelines and editorial guidelines, and make sure they are kept up to date.
• Run tone of voice training for staff to improve copywriting skills across the charity.

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What you’ll bring

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• Clear understanding of tone of voice and how to adapt this across different audiences, projects and channels.
• Exceptional copywriting skills and experience of producing content for a range of channels and audiences.
• Strong communication and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good organisation and ability to work on multiple projects at once with an impeccable eye for detail.

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Why Samaritans?

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At Samaritans, you’ll be part of a people-first organisation deeply committed to inclusion, compassion and learning. You’ll contribute to a team where your voice matters, your expertise makes a difference, and your work helps save lives.

We welcome applications from individuals with lived experience and encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. We are committed to creating an environment where all our people feel seen, heard and supported.

You’ll join a values-led organisation with a powerful mission and a collaborative culture. We offer flexible hybrid working, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible difference in suicide prevention across the UK and Ireland.

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For further information about Samaritans, including our charity structure, values, employee benefits, and application process, please read our​ recruitment brochure. You can also visit our careers website.

We recognise the enormous benefits and the social justice imperatives of ensuring diversity at every level of our organisation. Samaritans is wholly committed to inclusion and diversity and to building a culture and environment where everyone is appreciated for the unique person they are. To ensure Samaritans is representative of those we support and who support us, we particularly welcome applications from disabled, racialised minority and LGBTQ+ candidates, as these people are under-represented at Samaritans.

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Apply now

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If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply. You’ll be asked to upload your CV and a covering letter outlining how your skills and experience match the requirements for this role.

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We kindly ask that you don’t rely on AI tools for your application answers, or to generate interview answers. We want to see your own unique ideas and writing skills. We want your application to stand out from the rest and showcase your own strengths.​

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Applications close: 20 Oct 2025

Interviews: w/c 3 Nov 2025 

Community Fundraising Manager

• Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week 
• Location: 14A Magdalen Road, Oxford, OX4 1RW and Hybrid
• Salary: £28,906 - £35,844 per annum
• Closing date: 5th November 2025 at 12 noon
• Interview date: 12th November 2025

Are you a passionate relationship-builder with a flair for community engagement and a drive to make a difference?

We’re looking for a new passionate and enthusiastic Community Fundraising Manager to join the team from Monday 2 March 2026, following the retirement of a long-standing member of the team. The Community Fundraising Manager plays a key role within the Community, Events and Corporate Team, which is part of the wider Fundraising function in the Income Generation Directorate.

As Community Fundraising Manager you’ll be central to driving income through community engagement, supporting local fundraising initiatives, and building strong relationships with supporters

The organisation is entering an exciting chapter, having recently appointed a new Chief Executive and launched a bold five-year Strategy, supported by an ambitious three-year Strategic Fundraising Plan. This strategic plan places community fundraising at the heart of our ambition to grow sustainable income and deepen our impact, with a key focus on new business development

You’ll have:

•  proven experience in community fundraising
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• an enthusiastic and creative approach
• confidence to work across multiple projects, adapting to varied situations
• a strong team ethic and commitment to Helen & Douglas House’s mission.

Ready to bring your skills to a role that matters?

Applications will be reviewed and invited to interview as received. We reserve the right to close the advert at any time, therefore we encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible. 

Venn Group is delighted to be working with a leading health charity to recruit a Finance Business Partner for an initial 3 month interim contract.

This is a key role within the finance team, providing strategic financial insight and business partnering support to managers and leaders across the organisation. You will play a critical part in enabling the charity to make informed decisions, optimising the use of resources, and embedding a culture of financial awareness.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis to support operational and strategic decisions
• Collaborate with managers to evaluate projects, initiatives, and opportunities from a financial perspective
• Assist the Head of Finance with annual budgeting, long-term forecasts, and business planning processes
• Build financial capability across teams, helping non-financial staff understand budgets, forecasts, and costings
• Work alongside the Financial Accountant to ensure month-end reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments are completed accurately
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, systems, and reporting
• Promote a culture of accountability, financial awareness, and responsible resource management across the charity

Ideal candidate profile:

• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent) with solid accounting experience
• Previous experience in a business partnering role at a similar level of responsibility
• Familiarity with the Charity SORP and experience with SUN Accounting system is desirable
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of explaining financial concepts clearly to non-finance colleagues
• Skilled at influencing, coaching, and building collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders

Agency reference number: J91377
Location: Central London
Duration: 3 month interim contract, subject to further extension
Daily rate: £195 per day, inclusive of holiday pay
Working hours: Full-time
Working pattern: Hybrid (3 days per week on-site)

This vacancy will be actively shortlisted so early applications are encouraged to avoid missing out.
Venn Group is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Finance Analyst
£37,264 pa plus excellent benefits
London WC1 and home-based
35 hours per week, full-time
Permanent contract

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking a skilled and motivated Finance Analyst to join our Finance team and play a vital role in supporting the College’s mission to improve child health.

As Finance Analyst, you will provide robust financial planning, analysis and reporting to ensure the sustainability and transparency of the College’s finances. Working closely with budget holders and the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager, you will support on producing accurate, timely reports, developing forecasts, and supporting decision-making across the organisation.

You will also play a critical role in contributing to strengthening internal financial controls, supporting compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and delivering insightful analysis to senior leaders, the Board of Trustees, and other stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity to influence financial strategy in a high-impact organisation that champions better health outcomes for children.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the annual budgeting and reforecasting processes, working with budget holders and producing financial templates and reports
• Producing accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, balance sheets, and capital project reports
• Providing financial modelling, analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making, working with the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager.
• Undertaking business partnering with budget holders, providing training and guidance as needed
• Supporting compliance with Charity Commission and Companies House requirements, and preparing working papers for audit
• Preparing payroll allocation adjustments and supporting cash flow management and reporting
• Supporting the administration of finance systems and ongoing improvements to processes and controls

Essential skills and experience:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; or studying towards ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification
• Experience in financial planning and analysis, ideally in a not-for-profit or public sector organisation
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial management systems
• Proficiency with business intelligence tools such as Power BI
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships

Desirable:

• Knowledge of charity accounting and SORP requirements
• Experience of using Business Central or equivalent ERP systems
• Familiarity with healthcare or public health organisations

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your finance career in a supportive and high-performing team.

The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows and employs around 200 staff, most of whom work in our London office in Holborn. We have a Devolved Nations team operating from Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Our College values: Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire, are important to us. These values ensure we bring out the best in each other, strive forward together to make the College a positive and dynamic place to work. 

The RCPCH champions Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Our workplace is inclusive, offering a supportive environment where staff can thrive. The College is keen to accept applications from people with protected characteristics. We believe that our staff should represent all of the diverse communities we serve. Join us to help realise our vision of a world where every child is healthy and well.

The College operates a flexible and modern working policy, whereby our colleagues work in the office for a minimum of 40% over a 4 week cycle and the remainder from home.

The RCPCH is committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults it has contact with in the exercise of its functions and responsibilities. The RCPCH expects all staff to share this commitment – we place a high priority on ensuring only those who do so are recruited to work for us. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. 

Closing date: 20 October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Are you passionate about the power of sport to transform lives? Do you want to be part of Team UK’s journey to the Invictus Games?

As the need for our Recovery Services continues to grow, and as part of our ambitious new strategy, we’re expanding our team to reach even more members of the Armed Forces Community.

We are excited to be recruiting three Sport Development Officers who will play a vital role in developing and delivering sport and physical activity programmes, while contributing directly to the preparation and participation of Team UK at the Invictus Games.  This is more than a job. It’s a chance to empower recovery, inspire achievement, and to be part of something extraordinary!

Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

Key responsibilities:

- Proactively promote the benefits of sport and physical activity by encouraging and motivating beneficiaries to get involved and remove barriers to participation.
- Support Team UK beneficiaries face-to-face or online which includes identifying welfare needs, complete assessments and be on-call as required.
- Work closely with coaches, Recovery colleagues and stakeholders to develop, deliver and evaluate multi-sport and physical activity programmes using a proactive and evidence-based approach.
- Support the planning and delivery of Alumni events, Team UK training camps and other high-profile sporting events in the UK and overseas.

A solid knowledge and understanding of sport and experience working within a sporting environment is essential.

The role is homebased but there will also be regular travel nationally to attend events, training or meetings and the potential for international travel in the future.

Find out more about Team UK, how the power of sport has an impact on recovery, and read inspiring stories about how the Invictus Games have helped our beneficiaries: www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-support/how-we-help/social-support/invictus-games

Employee benefits include:

- 28 days’ paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!

For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.

We’re currently recruiting a number of exciting roles within Recovery Services so if you’re looking to join a supportive, passionate and forward-thinking team, be sure to check out our other roles and find the one that’s right for you:

- Recovery Case Officer
- Recovery Support Officer
- Recovery Pathways Coordinator
- Recovery Programmes Administrator
- Recovery Logistics Coordinator
- Team UK Programmes Officer
- Team UK Administrator

RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.

Closing Date:            Friday 24th October 2025
Interview Dates:        w/c 10th November 2025

We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Finance Officer x 2
£31,531 pa plus excellent benefits
London WC1 and home-based
35 hours per week, full-time
Permanent contract

The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our busy and collaborative Finance team.

The Finance team plays a vital role in supporting the College’s mission by providing robust, effective, and integrated financial services. As Finance Officer, you will be central to enabling accurate transactions, supporting staff across the College, and helping to ensure that our services deliver maximum impact for members and the wider public.

You will handle day-to-day finance queries, manage the sales, purchasing and expenses inboxes, and process purchase and sales invoices. You will also support reconciliations, maintain accurate financial records, and play a key role in ensuring month-end and year-end deadlines are met.

We are looking for someone who is highly numerate, computer literate, and committed to delivering a high-quality, customer-focused service. You should have experience working within a sales and purchase ledger function, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to thrive under pressure while meeting tight deadlines. Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as is the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Essential skills and experience include:

• Experience of working in a sales and purchase ledger function
• Strong understanding of basic financial and accounting principles
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Desirable:

• Knowledge of accounting software, ideally Business Central
• Experience working in the charity sector
• AAT or equivalent finance qualifications

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your finance career in a supportive and high-performing team.

The RCPCH has more than 25,000 members and fellows and employs around 200 staff, most of whom work in our London office in Holborn. We have a Devolved Nations team operating from Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Our College values: Include, Influence, Innovate and Inspire, are important to us. These values ensure we bring out the best in each other, strive forward together to make the College a positive and dynamic place to work. 

The RCPCH champions Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. Our workplace is inclusive, offering a supportive environment where staff can thrive. The College is keen to accept applications from people with protected characteristics. We believe that our staff should represent all of the diverse communities we serve. Join us to help realise our vision of a world where every child is healthy and well.

The College operates a flexible and modern working policy, whereby our colleagues work in the office for a minimum of 40% over a 4 week cycle and the remainder from home.

The RCPCH is committed to safeguarding the children, young people and adults it has contact with in the exercise of its functions and responsibilities. The RCPCH expects all staff to share this commitment – we place a high priority on ensuring only those who do so are recruited to work for us. 

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. 

Closing date: 20 October 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

FINANCE ASSISTANT (Temporary - 6 months) 

Job Description 

Job Title:  Finance Assistant 

Responsible to: The post holder will be responsible to the Finance Officer 

Hours: Part time (4 days/28 hours per week) 

Salary:  £34,881 pro rata inc OLW 

Location: Office based at Portland House, 678 London Road, Croydon, CR7 HU  

Leave:  Pro rata of 28 days annually, plus recognised Bank Holidays 

Job Purpose:  The purpose of the post is to assist the Finance Officer with day to day bookkeeping and financial tasks primarily using Sage. The Finance Officer is responsible for financial performance reporting and forecasting. 

Background Information:  The charity currently has an annual budget of approximately £3.2 million and records are maintained on Sage.  The payroll function is performed by an external company.  Overall financial responsibility lies with the Trustee Board and the Chief Executive.

Duties 

Bookkeeping and Treasury 

• Process supplier invoices and expense claims

• Issue funder/customer invoices and record customer receipts 

• Administer the charity’s three bank accounts, the safe transfer and receipt of funds, and check, and post all transactions on Sage. Liaise with the charity’s bankers as necessary to resolve any problems or queries 

• Liaise with funders and suppliers regarding account queries 

• Assist with management of agency credit card expenditure 

• Journal entry on Sage 

Payroll and Pensions 

• Assist in the entry of payroll information onto Sage, ensuring the accuracy of payroll information, maintaining detailed monthly salary information, liaising with external payroll company to ensure that accurate and timely payment of salaries takes place. 

• Assist in the administration of the agency’s pension scheme and making monthly submissions. Liaising with the agency’s pensions company, pensions advisor and payroll company 

Other

• Actively implementing the Equal Opportunities Policy in all aspects of the work 

• Any other tasks commensurate with the role 

FINANCE ASSISTANT - PERSON SPECIFICATION 

Skills and experience  

• Previous experience in a similar role (relevant qualification an advantage) 

• Ability to analyse financial data.   

• Computer literate and good knowledge of MS Office packages, including Word and Excel.  

• Experience of using SAGE accounting package  

• High standard of accuracy with financial and statistical data.  

• Proactive with strong organisation, prioritisation skills .  

• Strong communication skills.   

• Trustworthy, discreet and professional attitude toward work.   

  

Personal Qualities 

• Committed to the values and vision of Off The Record  

• Team player with a positive attitude 

• Self-motivated and able to plan and self-manage own workload and to work with limited supervision  

• Ability to work under pressure, to prioritise, work flexibly and to manage regular deadlines  

• Ability to communicate with a wide range of both internal and external contacts with professionalism, diplomacy and discretion  

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality  

• Commitment to diversity and to Equal Opportunities 

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university

International Growth Centre (IGC)

IGC Events Manager

Salary from £43,277 to £51,714 pa inclusive with potential to progress to £55,497 pa inclusive of London allowance.

The International Growth Centre (IGC) works with policymakers in developing countries to promote inclusive and sustainable growth through pathbreaking research. The IGC is a global research centre with a network of world-leading researchers and a set of resident country teams and initiatives working across Africa, South Asia, and the Middle East. Based at LSE and in partnership with the University of Oxford, the IGC is majority funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

The IGC Events Manager will play a leading role in ensuring that the IGC delivers events that advance our strategic needs, meet our high standards and boost our reputation, and represent value-for-money. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all events at the IGC, leading on IGC-wide events and providing expert advice to all other teams organising events, many of which are in, Africa, South Asia and Middle East.

The role includes:

• Designing and managing core, IGC-wide and UK-based events.

• Providing advice and leadership over the IGC event lifecycle, incl. overseeing a diverse, annual portfolio of around 50 events per year.

• Conceptualising and running new events to showcase the IGC’s work, incl. at global forums.

• Overseeing all the events processes and maintaining high operational standards.

• Managing the IGC events calendar.

• Travel to support international events across sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

• Line management of the Communications and Events Officer.

The successful applicant will have:

• Experience of planning and successfully delivering a range of international events.

• Strong operational skills (financial literacy, contract management, project management).

• Confidence working internationally and in cross-cultural contexts.

• Proficiency with a range of digital platforms and tools (incl. CRMs).

• Excellent communications skills, including writing and relationship management.

• A team-player, collaborative attitude balanced with initiative.

• High attention to detail and accuracy in all work.

We offer an occupational pension scheme, generous annual leave, hybrid working and excellent training and development opportunities.

For further information about the post, please see the job description and person specification.

To apply for this post, please click Apply. If you have any technical queries with applying on the online system, please us the “contact us” links at the bottom of the LSE Jobs page. Should you have any queries about the role, please email Annelise Andersen 

The closing date for receipt of applications is 17 October 2025 (23.59 UK time), with interviews scheduled to take place on 30 October 2025.

Regrettably, we are unable to accept late applications.

At The Living Room, we believe recovery is possible for everyone.

Our mission is simple but powerful: to break the cycle of addiction and help people rebuild their lives.
For over 20 years, we’ve supported individuals and families across Hertfordshire through free group therapy and recovery programmes that change lives every day.

If you’re a passionate fundraiser and communicator who wants your work to make a tangible difference, this is your opportunity to join a dedicated, compassionate team making a real community impact.

About the Role

As Fundraising and Marketing Manager, you’ll lead our income generation and communications strategy, helping secure sustainable funding and raise awareness of our vital work.

This is a key senior role within our leadership team — you’ll shape the direction of our fundraising efforts, build strong partnerships, and lead a talented team to tell our story in compelling ways. Your work will directly enable us to continue providing free, life-saving addiction recovery support to those who need it most.

What You’ll Be Working On

• Developing and delivering a comprehensive fundraising strategy across trusts, grants, individuals, and tenders.

• Building strong, lasting relationships with funders, donors, community partners, and commissioners.

• Researching and writing persuasive funding bids and reports to secure and sustain income.

• Overseeing all marketing and communications activities, from digital campaigns to brand storytelling.

• Managing and mentoring the Marketing & Communications Officer, Community Partnerships Officer, and volunteers.

• Ensuring consistent, high-quality representation of The Living Room’s brand across all channels.

• Championing innovation — using digital tools and AI to strengthen engagement and efficiency.

• Upholding our commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in everything you do.

This Job Is for You If...

• You’re an experienced fundraiser or marketing professional who’s passionate about creating social impact.

• You excel at building relationships and can inspire others to support a powerful cause.

• You have strong writing and storytelling skills, able to craft compelling bids and campaigns.

• You enjoy leading and developing others, fostering a collaborative and motivated team culture.

• You’re strategic, creative, and results-focused — equally comfortable with planning and hands-on delivery.

• You’re confident using digital and AI tools to enhance fundraising and communications.

Why Work With Us?

At The Living Room, you’ll join a supportive, values-driven organisation where compassion, integrity, and community are at the heart of everything we do. We’re a small charity with a big impact — flexible, forward-thinking, and committed to empowering both clients and staff to thrive.

Benefits include:

• Hybrid working (Stevenage Hub and remote flexibility)

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising with service)

• Pension scheme

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

• A culture that values wellbeing, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Hours – 21 per week
Location – Telford and home based
Interviews -  Wednesday 29th October - Roy Fletcher Centre - 12 – 17 Cross Hill, Shrewsbury, SY11JE
 
As a Dementia Adviser, you will have an enormously rewarding opportunity to provide support, information, and guidance to people living with dementia; helping to maintain their independence, improving their sense of well-being, and putting them in more control of their lives. The service is unique to each service user as it is based upon their personal circumstances and support needs. You will work closely with the Telford Dementia Assessment Service to offer support to people following a new dementia diagnosis through to residential care or end of life. In this role within South East Telford Primary Care Network, you will offer support to your clients by phone, letter, email, virtually or in person home visits within the Telford Area. You will also assist service users to access other services and community activities, by providing signposting and referrals. 
 
About you
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of people living with dementia and their carers. This is a wonderful opportunity to offer meaningful support and guidance, helping individuals stay independent and feel more in control of their lives. We believe in a person-centred approach - tailoring our support to each person's unique needs, goals and aspirations. Whether it's in someone’s home or out in the community, we are there to provide the right information, guidance, and encouragement step of the way. 

Your role will include: 
• Being a named, trusted contact for people with dementia, helping to offer and deliver post personalised support.
• Facilitating established dementia drop in’s and supporting local peer groups and community networks, whilst looking out for new opportunities. 
• Keeping in touch with individuals, from diagnosis through to residential care or end of life. 
• Supporting local peer groups and community networks.  
• Managing your own caseload and referring people back to health professionals when required. 

What you’ll need:
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of people, adapting your approach to ensure understanding. Also to speak publicly at events about dementia, delivering information and signposting people to further resources and network
• Strong IT skills for keeping detailed and confidential records on our database and using Teams / Zoom
• Ability to support people with additional support needs to maintain their independence, improve their sense of well-being, and help them take more control of their lives.
• To be conscious to reach out to our many forms of support when dealing with emotional and difficult topics.
• The means to travel around Telford to face to face meetings with people you support and to local events. 

About Alzheimer's Society  - Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer. One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia in their lifetime. At Alzheimer’s Society, we’re the UK’s leading dementia charity and the only one to tackle all aspects of dementia by giving help and hope to people living with dementia today and in the future. We give vital support to people facing the most frightening times of their lives, while also funding groundbreaking research and campaigning to make dementia the priority it should be. Together with our supporters, we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. Our values make sure that our focus is clear for the challenges and opportunities ahead and remind us of what we all stand for.

Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging - We need to ensure the voices around our table better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We strongly encourage individuals to apply who have a disability, impairment or health condition or individuals who identify as Black, Asian or from another minority ethnic background, as these groups are currently under-represented at Alzheimer's Society.  We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society. Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy here along with our internal employee forum and Employee Lived Experience network groups help us promote inclusion and belonging, becoming an engaged and inclusive organisation for all our people. 

Our hiring process - During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and can be at your best. We are working hard to ensure our recruitment process is as inclusive as possible, so please do inform us of your experience and anything you think we could do better by completing our candidate survey when you apply.  Please also contact Alzheimer’s Society Talent Acquisition Team via [email protected] for application support or any adjustments you might need. To ensure fairness and consistency to select the best candidate for this role, all our applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed. We recognise the benefits of AI, but if you're considering using it to submit your application, we encourage you to reflect on the value it truly adds. AI tools often lack the personal touch and authenticity that set candidates apart.
We want to hear your unique perspective, experiences, and skills, so we encourage you to showcase them in your own voice. We try to avoid closing roles early where possible, however if we receive a high volume of applications, we may close earlier than the advertised closing date. Should this occur, we will aim to provide you with at least 48 hours' notice. We are committed to safer recruitment and ensuring the welfare of those we work with, due to the nature of some of our roles, we might need to carry out a DBS check at the relevant level.

Are you looking for a dynamic and rewarding role working for an organisation with the feminist agenda at the core of its ethos? Then Advance Charity could be the career choice for you!

We are looking for a Social Care IDVA

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000

Location: 4 days located across Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Social Care with 1 day per week remote working

Contract: Fixed term – March 2026 (with the view to extend)

Hours p/w: 35 hours per week

This post is open to female applicants only as being female is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note: Any offer of employment will be made subject to references, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, and satisfactory enhanced DBS check.

About us

Advance is an award-winning and innovative women-only organisation, established in 1998, providing emotional and practical support to women and girls survivors of domestic abuse and supporting women with short-term sentences to reduce offending. We believe in empowering women and girls to lead safe, non-violent, equal lives so that they can flourish and contribute to the community.

We are a community-based organisation who lead in best practice approaches to supporting women in their local community. We achieve this by being available to meet and support women in local settings and at our women’s centres, and by working in close partnership with other agencies.

Our values are to listen and support, to empower and respect, collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

About the role:

The Social Care IDVA will work within a dynamic, fast paced, crisis intervention, advocacy, and support service to ensure the voice of survivors informs every stage of the process, specialising in working with women whose families are involved with Family Children Services and risk to children is a factor. You will work to make proactive contact and provide high quality advocacy and support based upon a client led needs and risk assessment to women, focusing on working with those aged 18 and over who access the domestic abuse service. This role is part advocacy, part training/education and project work to improve response to victim/survivors experiencing domestic abuse. You will be embedded in the local authority Family Children Services team, working with Social Care professionals to ensure they adopt a trauma informed approach, can recognise the dynamics of domestic abuse and are providing more holistic support. You will be the domestic abuse subject matter expert on site, upskilling fellow professionals and acting as a point of contact for any clients experiencing domestic abuse and support requirements from Family Children Services.

The borough has a focus on prioritising and developing good DA work in social care and this is an opportunity to be a major player in institutional change, ensuring that women accessing Family Children services for their children have an improved experience and that the local authorities are leading the way for all survivors engaging with their services.

Advance delivers nationally accredited, quality marked services in Hammersmith & Fulham, Westminster, Kensington & Chelsea, Brent, Ealing, and across parts of East London. We work within a coordinated partnership response to domestic violence to provide independent domestic violence advocacy and support for women, children and young people and women’s community services for women who are involved in the criminal justice system, in anti-social behaviour or are at risk of breaking the law.

About You:

You will have an excellent understanding of domestic violence and its effects on women and children and of best practice within the domestic abuse in various areas of need, with particular knowledge on children safeguarding/legislation. As an experienced domestic violence advocate who has worked with complex and multiple needs, the post holder will be skilled in risk management and safety planning, remaining calm in a crisis and in handling sensitive information on a daily basis. Experience of direct work with female survivors of domestic violence, of supporting women with child safeguarding, needs, and of working within safeguarding procedures is essential for this post, as is the need to adopt and promote a strong partnership approach to service provision.

To be successful as the Social Care IDVA you will need the below experience and skills:

You will establish positive, proactive, and innovative working relationships with housing services and partner agencies. Provide high-quality crisis intervention, information, advocacy, and proactive support to women referred to the service, in respect to risk management and safety planning, criminal and civil remedies, housing, health, welfare rights, and children’s legislation.

Your abilities extends to assessing the needs and risks of survivors, carry out short and longer-term risk management, safety planning and support and identify and refer to services appropriate to their needs. Advising women of their rights and options for seeking help and support from other agencies and proactively advocate to ensure barriers to accessing support and protection are reduced. You will work as an advocate and educator to raise awareness and upskill professionals within Children Social Care plus work with colleagues to successfully develop and deliver training.

How to apply:

Please submit your up-to-date CV with a supporting statement. Please note that only applications made via the job advert on the Advance careers page, and those that include a cover letter will be considered.

Interviews are taking place on rolling basis

*Advance reserves the right to close the advert early, or on the appointment of a candidate

What we can offer you - Employee Benefits:

• A 35-hour working week
• An exceptional 30 days of paid holiday per year (pro rata for part time), PLUS public holidays on top (that's nearly 40 days paid holiday per year!)
• Additional days off to celebrate International Women’s Day, and for religious observance and moving home
• Perkbox - an employee discount platform where you can receive free rewards as well as take advantage of savings on clothes, groceries, travel, leisure and more
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity/adoption provision
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee eye-care scheme
• Clinical supervision for front line staff and first line management roles
• Refer a Friend Scheme - £250 for each referral who passes probation
• Organisation wide away days
• Thorough induction and training
• Career development pathways

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Under the Equality Act 2010, we are required to make any reasonable adjustments. If you have a disability as defined under this act and/or have special needs, please email the Talent Acquisition Team via the Advance website and we will aim to make the necessary arrangements to accommodate your needs.

Diversity, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively seek to recruit people from groups underrepresented in our current team. We have policies and processes in place to ensure that all employees are offered an equal opportunity in recruitment and selection, promotion, training, pay and benefits.

Safeguarding

Advance is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture of zero-tolerance of harm and expects all staff, including volunteers to share this commitment. We believe all individuals have the right to live their life free from violence and abuse and the right to feel and be safe. We have a suite of safeguarding policies, procedures and practice guidance, accessible to all staff, which promotes safeguarding and safer working practices across all our services and activities. When we recruit staff, we follow rigorous safer recruitment practices, this involves carrying out pre-employment checks including references, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and identity checks. We ensure all staff undertake mandatory safeguarding training relevant to their role and responsibilities, to empower them to be competent and feel confident in recognising and responding appropriately to safeguarding issues and promote wellbeing.

Harris Hill are delighted to be working with an independent school to recruit for the Development and Engagement Manager to join a dedicated Development Office with a clear philanthropic mission.

You will be responsible for implementing a dynamic engagement strategy that connects alumni, parents, and supporters to the life and vision of the school. You will be instrumental in shaping and delivering fundraising initiatives, managing a calendar of high profile events, and producing compelling communications to further the school’s ambitious development goals.

As a Development and Engagement Manager you will:

• Support and execute a long term, sustainable fundraising strategy
• Cultivate relationships with donors and prospects, from annual givers to major gift supporters
• Project manage appeals across multiple channels
• Ensure effective donor stewardship and record keeping
• Lead alumni relations and develop meaningful engagement initiatives
• Manage alumni data, communications, and mentoring programmes
• Grow a thriving alumni network and act as the first point of contact for former pupils
• Deliver an annual calendar of engaging events for alumni and supporters
• Promote events creatively across digital and print platforms
• Track event impact and maximise ROI
• Produce high quality publications, newsletters, and digital content
• Manage online engagement platforms and social media channels

To be successful, you must have experience:

• Proven experience in fundraising
• Excellent communication, research and project management skills
• Confidence with CRM databases (e.g. ToucanTech), social media, and digital tools
• A proactive, collaborative, and detail oriented mindset
• A strong understanding of stakeholder engagement and event delivery

Salary: £40,000- £45,000 per annum

Contract type:  permanent Full-time or part-time, or term time. 

Location-  St Albans, Hertfordshire, office based 

Closing date: On rolling basis

Recruitment process: Cv and Supporting Statement to

Benefits:

• Generous pension scheme, with employer contributions up to 10%
• Life assurance (4x annual salary)
• Free lunches, onsite parking, and use of gym/swimming pool
• Ongoing professional development and access to a wellbeing & benefits platform

If this sounds like you, then please do get in touch ASAP!

As leading charity recruitment specialists and a certified B Corp™, Harris Hill is committed to high and ever-improving standards of equitable and inclusive recruitment. We actively welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexuality and other protected characteristics.

Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you thrive in supporting those who need their voices heard? Are you ready to take on a meaningful challenge? We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated Secure & Complex Services Advocate to join our vibrant team in Exeter! This is an exceptional opportunity for someone who wants to make a real impact within our busy Advocacy department.

As a Secure & Complex Services Advocate, you will play a crucial role in supporting vulnerable adults with profound and multiple needs. You will advocate on their behalf, ensuring their voices are heard and their rights are upheld. Your tasks will include providing persuasive verbal and written representations, working in partnership with clients and professionals, and representing individuals’ needs and preferences. You will handle sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality and work independently with robust time management skills.

Hours of Work: Part-time, 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between the hours of 9 am – 5 pm

Location: Office based – The Pinhoe Surgery Exeter. (Applicants must live within the area; have a full driver’s licence and access to their own transport)

Salary: Starting Salary of £9696.96 (Full time salary equivalent £24,242.40 per annum)

Contract type: Permanent

Secure & Complex Services Advocate Requirements:

1. Excellent communication and listening skills
2. Demonstrable experience working with vulnerable adults in health, social care, or voluntary settings
3. Proven ability to provide persuasive verbal and written representations
4. Strong time management and computer literacy
5. Flexibility, with a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

Benefits:

1. 25 days annual leave + Bank holiday (Rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service) with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days leave + your birthday off as an additional holiday day after 1 years’ service!
2. Discretionary shutdown days at Christmas with up to 4 additional days leave.
3. 1 Community Leave Day per annum.
4. Cash Wellbeing Healthcare Plan which covers Optical/dental/alternative therapy and more!
5. Auto enrolment Pension plan
6. Death in service cover.

Meet the Organisation: Who We Are and What We Do

At POhWER, we are committed to empowering individuals and enabling their voices to be heard. We provide advocacy and information services to support people in making effective decisions about their health and social care. Our team is dedicated to listening, exploring options, and taking action to meet our clients’ best interests.

Think you are the perfect fit for this Secure & Complex Services Advocate role? Don’t wait, click apply now!

Closing Date: 9AM, Tuesday 4th November 2025

Interview Date: TBC

An Enhanced DBS check and National Offender Management Service vetting will be conducted for this position.

We’re proud to support our colleagues from the armed forces signing the Armed Forces Covenant in August 2024.

Successful applicants will need to obtain business insurance for their own vehicle.

POhWER is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities, and particularly welcome candidates from groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, women, men, Black, Asian and other racially minoritised people, LGBTQ+ who are currently under-represented in our workforce.

To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support people from different backgrounds.

POhWER is an equal opportunities employer, holder of the Investors in People Silver award, and a member of the MINDFUL EMPLOYER scheme. We are a level 2 Disability confidence scheme employer, and disabled applicants who meet all the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.