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Contract length: 1 year Fixed Term Contract

Location: North West London

Hours per week: 35 (Sunday - Thursday, 9-5pm)

Salary: £26,453.00 per annum

Closing date for applications: Rolling, however, applying early is advised.

First interview date: First interviews are held over Microsoft Teams

Second interview date: Candidates successful at first interview will be offered a trial shift at the Home as part of the selection process

Every dog and cat in need deserves expert, personalised care and support, and to be loved. When you work for Mayhew, you understand that better than ever.

We’re a passionate, committed and diverse team of c80 staff and c150 volunteers, here for dogs, cats and communities in the UK, in Afghanistan and in Georgia. We offer expert veterinary care, rescue and rehoming services, programmes in the community and guidance and support to improve the lives of dogs and cats in need.

We do our best for dogs and cats in need every day, working with colleague across the sector to improve their lives and to give them the care, support and love they deserve. But it’s our warmth, creativity and care that touch lives. Here, we take the time to really get to know the dogs and cats we care for and those who love them.

We are recruiting a Cattery Carer & Cat Foster Coordinator who will share our compassion and commitment for animal welfare.

Working with staff and volunteers across the Home, you will have a hand in helping all the cats in our care, from feeding, cleaning, behaviourally assessing and socialising to rehoming. You will be responsible for organising cats in our care going into temporary foster homes. This can be physically and emotionally demanding but is also hugely rewarding; you can view some of our amazing rescue stories here.

Generally, you will:

• Assist in the provision of treatment to cats as advised by our veterinary staff.
• Organise the cat foster programme, matching suitable cats with cat foster volunteers and advise on cat behaviour.
• Organise the cat intake list, providing owners with advice and where appropriate admitting cats into the Cattery.
• Assist the Cat Adoption Officer with rehoming the cats under our care.
• Work flexibly in a team environment, often independently, to meet the specific needs of  the cats in our care by helping with their feeding, cleaning, enrichment and grooming.

To be successful in this role, you need:

– A strong understanding of cat behaviour and welfare

– Excellent customer service skills

– Experience in handling cats and caring for them

– A calm, compassionate, resilient and friendly manner

Please note that successful candidate will be asked for evidence of their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer – we do not hold a sponsor licence therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.

About the Centre for Armenian Information and Advice (CAIA)

The Centre for Armenian Information and Advice (CAIA) is a vibrant, London-based charity supporting the Armenian community through advice, culture, and care. We’re here to improve the lives of disadvantaged members of our community – including older people, women, children, and refugees – and to honour and promote Armenian heritage in the UK.

Based at our Hayashen Centre in Acton, we offer everything from legal advice and youth work to a lunch club for the elderly, cultural events, and community training. Our work is only possible through the dedication of a close-knit team of staff, volunteers, and supporters.

The role

CAIA is seeking an organised, efficient and friendly Centre Manager to be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of CAIA’s building, the Hayashen Centre, and the organisation’s overall administrative systems and processes. This is a varied and meaningful role where no two days are the same; it will suit someone who thrives in a hands-on atmosphere and is passionate about community impact.

Main Purpose of the role:

● Oversee front-of-house and client engagement

● Ensure the smooth running of the building

● Manage administrative policies, processes and procedures

Do you want to work with a leading advocacy charity organisation supporting those in need?

Do you have experience of working or volunteering in welfare, support or health and social care and are looking for a new challenge?

Are you keen to make a difference to people who want to be heard?

Then come and join us here at VoiceAbility.

We are looking for a new Advocate to join our team in Sunderland on a 6-month fixed term contract. We are seeking applicants who have transferable skills, a willingness to learn and a desire to help those in need of support. You should have the capacity to be able to travel across region of Sunderland and also travel to areas outside such as Gateshead, Newcastle and Durham. 

About us

VoiceAbility is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most.  For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Advocate to join our team covering Sunderland. Your role will require you to travel to locations such as clients’ homes, hospitals, care homes and within community settings across the area to meet with clients and professionals. You will be home based for administration; therefore, access to your own transportation and a suitable home internet connection is essential. 

This is a part-time role for 21 hours per week, applicants who do not hold the IAP or IAQ qualification will start on £24,500 per annum pro-rata.

About you

Desirably you will have some experience of working in advocacy, or providing welfare, supporting, or caring for Adults or young people who have support needs, ideally for those with a variety of communication needs, mental ill health, physical health issues, or barriers to accessing education and support.

Preferably, you should have worked or volunteered in health, social care, welfare, support services, education or young person’s services, or advice and guidance.

How will you make a difference?

You will be responsible for ensuring the individual’s wishes, feelings, beliefs, needs, and values are met to create positive outcomes for the people you support.

You will support people to speak up for themselves and grow in confidence, equip them to understand and exercise their rights and options, and will assist them in the decision-making process relating to their care, treatment, and support.

You will work resourcefully and collaboratively with the individuals you support.  You’ll be creative in your approach to empower our clients by ensuring you meaningfully explain people’s options and rights to them.  You’ll support individuals to fully participate in decisions affecting them and will make sure they have their voices heard. 

Professional Development?

You will have plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional abilities and you will make a real difference every day.

Benefits:

· 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time colleagues) rising to 30 days upon 5 years’ service 

· 5% employer pension & minimum 3% employee contribution 

· Salary sacrifices pension scheme 

· Separate Life Assurance Cover (equivalent of two times your annual salary) 

· Staff discount scheme including retail discounts, entertainment, holidays, gym membership etc 

· 24/7 Employee Assistance programme 

· Access to remote counselling service 

· Paid Disability Leave 

· Paid compassionate Leave 

· Home Working Allowance  

Support with continuous professional development 

Access to Clifton Strengths Coaching for development  

Personal Development Plans 

 How are staff supported to work remotely? 

VoiceAbility has a small number of offices. Employees including Team Leaders are homebased for Administration and meetings will be held online as well as in person in the relevant community. 

When you need to travel for work, expenses will be paid (mileage or public transport costs).  

VoiceAbility offers the usual regular manager one to ones, Staff forums and communities of practice depending on role. Team meetings with a mix of virtual and in person approach. 

 Equality and Diversity

VoiceAbility believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

VoiceAbility are a Disability Confident employer, any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact HR for further options.

How to apply

To apply for this role please sign up for a recruitment account bon our website. Follow the instructions to create your account, upload your CV, and complete our short application form.

Important Dates:

Closing date for applications; Midnight on 31 May 2025 however, VoiceAbility reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy before this date.

Interview Date; Friday 6 June 2025

Don’t forget to read the person specification so you can tell us about yourself and how your skills, abilities and experiences match the criteria outlined in the person specification.

Hint: you can use work, personal and/or voluntary experiences, and examples to tell us why you should be our next Advocate.

The Corporate Partnerships Manager will play a vital role in supporting New Horizon Youth Centre’s mission by managing and growing a portfolio of valued corporate partners (>£20k) and supporters (<£20k). They will nurture these relationships to ensure meaningful, long-term support for our work with young people facing homelessness.

This will include organising volunteering days that inspire action, delivering lunch and learn sessions that deepen understanding of our cause, and finding creative ways for partners to make a real difference. This role will also drive new business, proactively building relationships with companies who share our values and want to help young people fulfil their potential.

In addition, they will lead on New Horizon’s events programme, developing and delivering inspiring events that connect corporate partners, high-net-worth individuals, and other supporters to the heart of our mission.

Job Purpose

Our client is looking for an experienced Office Manager to oversee the daily operations of their London office. This role also includes supporting the Group Office and Facilities Manager with other offices across the UK. The successful candidate will ensure the office runs smoothly, address any issues that arise, and assist with various administrative tasks, including managing expenses for senior staff, organising social events, and promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives. With hybrid working in place, it's essential that the office environment is welcoming and efficient for the team.
Please note: This position requires the successful candidate to be present in the office 4 days a week.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage the London office
• Act as the primary liaison with building management and utility companies, ensuring effective communication and prompt resolution of issues.
• Oversee the office budget, order equipment for remote work, and handle requests in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure the office is consistently stocked with necessary supplies.
• Assist senior management with monthly expense reports.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, including international trips for senior management.
• Manage room bookings for the London office.
• Undertake ad hoc projects related to large company events and office relocations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Proven experience in managing a busy office and a diverse team.
• Exceptional organisational and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to tackle any task.
• Effective supplier management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Good technical proficiency.

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Hybrid working, with some travels across West Mercia as required.

Key Responsibilities

• To work directly with service users to provide support, deliver action plans, and conduct follow-ups. This could be conducting initial assessments to determine the service user’s needs, providing tailored housing advice/support to service users transitioning from prison or serving a community sentence, or working with young people on various programmes.
• To liaise with partner organisations/agencies, as required, on service delivery.
• Where necessary (for example, when working with young people), challenge inappropriate behaviour in a fair and equitable manner while motivating them to change.
• To maintain caseload efficiently, and to maintain accurate case records and documentations on relevant systems.
• To maintain accurate service user records, ensuring compliance with confidentiality and data protection regulations.
• To attend staff meetings and training events as required.
• To adhere to safeguarding processes, manage safeguarding concerns and risk factors.

Essential Person Specification

• High level of numeracy and literacy (preferably GCSE standard or above).
• Good communication, interpersonal, advocacy, and collaboration skills.
• Respectful of cultural differences; commitment to equal opportunities and anti-oppressive practice.
• Competency in IT applications, databases, systems, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage own caseload.
• Mature, reliable, resilient, energetic, patient, and consistent in approach. 

Why Work for YSS? 

• Annual leave of 27 days, excluding bank holidays
• Christmas Eve and New Years Day as Company holidays 
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Health & Wellbeing plan
• Occupational sick pay
• Flexible working / hybrid working
• Monthly supervision for support / personal development
• Robust induction and training programme with an organisational commitment to ongoing training and personal development.

Notes​

• Our organisation follows Safer Recruitment principles and guidelines for all posts where contact with children and/or adults at risk is possible – this includes a full application process, interviewing candidates, taking up and verifying two satisfactory references (one of which must be from your last employer), verifying qualifications, identity checks, an enhanced (Disclosure and Barring Service) DBS check and HMPPS prison vetting.
• You must have the right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role.

We are a youth movement that empowers refugees and migrants to flourish in the place that they call home.

There are thousands of young refugees and migrants arriving in the UK every year. We believe in the unbounded potential of these individuals and are driven to help them thrive. 

Our residential experiences are at the start of this journey, allowing us to create a space where we can build a community, teach leadership skills and spark ideas. With the right support, our ambition is to ensure that young refugees and migrants have the agency to take control of their own lives.

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive Administrator to support the smooth running of our Programmes and Operations. This role is essential in ensuring that our logistics, partnerships, and communications run efficiently, allowing us to reach and support more young people. You will work closely with suppliers, referrers, and our internal team to coordinate key aspects of our programmes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Programme & Operations Support

• Support the coordination of OSH’s residentials, events, and programmes, ensuring logistics run smoothly.

• Arrange bookings (e.g. facilitators, venues, catering, transport) to ensure contracts and payments are managed efficiently.

• Assist in staff recruitment and volunteer management with recruitment, interview scheduling, onboarding, inductions, organising meetings and receiving feedback.

• Manage resources in our lock up (based in Hornsey)

Administrative & Organisational Support

• Maintain accurate records, databases, and documentation to ensure compliance and efficiency.

• Handle general inquiries via email and phone, acting as a key point of contact for external stakeholders.

• Support the team with minute-taking in meetings.

Partnerships & Referrals

• Communicate with referrers (such as youth groups, schools, social workers, and community organisations) to ensure young people are referred and engaged in our programmes.

• Support with phoning participants and referrers to support them to complete sign up forms where necessary

• Track and monitor referral processes, ensuring smooth communication and follow-ups with referrers to maximise participation at our events

• Maintain good relationships with external partners such as venues, facilitators, transport companies and other organisations we work with. 

Finance & Compliance Support

• Assist with financial administration, such as processing invoices, logging donations, and tracking expenses.

• Ensure OSH meets data protection and safeguarding requirements, keeping records up to date.

Other duties

• Getting involved in OSH events in the evenings and at weekends, including residentials. These are overnight trips from 2 to 5 nights

• Other duties as may be required from time to time

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

• Strong organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

• Experience in the charity, youth, or refugee/migrant sector.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Confident in communicating with external partners, suppliers, and stakeholders.

• Proactive, with the ability to take initiative and problem-solve.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining records.

• IT proficient, including experience with email, spreadsheets, and document management.

• Knowledge of financial administration (e.g. processing invoices).

• Understanding of and commitment to data protection principles and maintaining confidentiality. 

• Ability to speak in other languages relevant to our community, including Arabic, Pashto, Farsi, Tigrinya, Amharic, and Oromo.

YOUR APPLICATION

We believe that diversity simply makes for a stronger team. We aim to create a workplace that is welcoming for all, inclusive of ethnicity, disability, age, religious belief, marital status, pregnancy, sexuality or gender. In order to reflect the ethnic diversity of our participants, we are particularly encouraging applications from applicants who come from global majority backgrounds, or applicants who have lived experience of seeking asylum.

Successful application is conditional on references and the passing of an Enhanced DBS check.

Overcoming imposter syndrome

At Our Second Home, we know that self-doubt can hold people back from pursuing opportunities they’re more than capable of excelling in. The term “imposter syndrome” is often used to describe this feeling—the belief that one’s accomplishments aren’t legitimate or that they don’t truly reflect effort or ability.

We want to encourage anyone who is passionate about our mission and eager to take on a meaningful challenge to apply for this role, even if you don’t tick every box on paper. We value the unique skills, perspectives, and experiences each individual brings and are committed to supporting the right candidate to grow, thrive, and make a lasting impact alongside us. You might be exactly who we’re looking for!

We are looking for a part-time administrator to join our team. This is an ideal opportunity for a first job or for someone looking to return to work. You would be working within our membership services team and need to be computer literate using Microsoft Office (Word & Excel on a Windows PC). Experience in using an online database, such as Civi-CRM, is also advantageous but not essential. We will provide full support and training as needed. 

We need good verbal and written communication skills as you will be public facing handling a range of telephone and email enquires. You'd be undertaking a range of administration roles and this would include dispatching goods from our online shop as well as dealing with new membership applications and services relevent to our members. We'd also love you to join our team at our annual conference assisting with administration, this is 3-4 nights away (all expenses paid) and so you need to be confident in presenting yourself and us on the registration desk and in other duties as necessary. 

We would require you, as a minimum, to work for some of your hours in our Ipswich based office but there is opportunity to work from home for some of your hours if that suits you. Alternatively, if you'd rather work at all times from our office thats fine as well.

Your starting salary is £25,526 pro rata and we provide a pension scheme. We provide an annual incremental rise (for 5-years recognising service and increasing knowledge) as well as any pay award as determined by our trustees. We have a AL allowance of 20-days (pro-rata) plus bank holidays as well as the 3-days off between Christmas and New Year when our office is closed. 

Operations Coordinator

We are seeking an Operations Coordinator to join a nationally recognised, values driven arts education charity as they settle into their new headquarters at the iconic Wigan Pier. Help lay the foundations for the next chapter!

Position: Operations Coordinator
Salary: £31,123 - £35,417 per annum
Location: Office based in Wigan
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
 

Closing Date: Midnight on Wednesday 4th June

Interviews: In Wigan, Wednesday 11th June

About the Role

The role of Operations Coordinator is critical to keeping the organisation running smoothly and ethically. You will oversee all aspects of office administration and provide vital support across facilities, Health and Safety and IT Systems.

Reporting to the Finance and Operations Manager, you will:

• Play a key role in maintaining and organising the new HQ for the teams’ needs and for external users
• Support Clerical duties and finance processes
• Have opportunity to get involved in future developments as the charity grows their local, national and international connections.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of cultural education by turning strategy into action and creating spaces for collaboration and learning.

About You

We are looking for a proactive individual who can work on their own initiative and as part of a small but mighty team!

Someone who is:

• Flexible and organised, managing a range of duties and responding to requests
• Has high standards of customer service and excellent communication skills
• Is motivated and solution focussed to address and issues as they arise
• Has great attention to detail and accuracy

This is an exciting time to join the team, you’ll be involved from the outset in establishing the charity in their new home, with plenty of opportunities to grow and develop relationships around their occupation of a new and special location. If you feel you have the right skills we’d love to hear from you!

About the Organisation

The charity’s vision is for a future where being creative and experiencing brilliant culture is a regular part of every child’s learning and life. They work strategically across Northern England, nationally and internationally to tackle unequal access to creativity and the arts for children and young people

The charity values curiosity, courage, collaboration, and inclusion and are committed to anti-racist practice, ensuring that diversity is at the heart of everything they do.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Operations Officer, Programme Operations Coordinator, Administrative Coordinator, Projects & Operations Assistant, Office & Operations Coordinator, Project Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, etc. #INDNFP

 Are you ready to take on a key role in orchestrating and managing high-profile events? Join a prestigious organisation dedicated to excellence and innovation in the events sector.
 
Our client is looking for an experienced Events Executive to join their team in London (Victoria). In this position, you'll provide organisational and administrative support to the annual programme of events. You'll also play a vital role in ensuring the seamless delivery of both digital and face-to-face events, from initial planning to post-event feedback.
 
This is an excellent position for someone who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, and who is passionate about creating memorable event experiences.
 
 
Working arrangements: Hybrid working – 40% in office 
Location: London (Victoria) 
Employment type: Permanent, Full time (35 hours) 
 
As the Events Executive, you'll have the chance to work closely with internal and external stakeholders, negotiate with venues and suppliers, and ensure that every event runs smoothly and efficiently.
 
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Administration and delivery of digital and face-to-face events.
• Process manual bookings and respond to event-related queries.
• Monitor delegate numbers and provide regular updates.
• Source and negotiate venue contracts and external suppliers.
• Liaise with venues regarding logistics and requirements.
• Produce delegate badges and ensure timely delivery.
• Facilitate virtual event set-up and dry-runs.
• Manage event registration and post-event feedback.

 
The Successful Candidate:

• Will have at least 2 years of event administration experience.
• Can work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Demonstrates accuracy and attention to detail.
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Is adept at organising both virtual and face-to-face events.
• Has experience using online event platforms (ON24 preferred).
• Is proficient in Microsoft 365 and website publishing (Umbraco preferred).

 Skills:

• Exceptional customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Strong numeracy skills.
• Knowledge or experience of AV technical production is desirable.

 
If you're looking for a role where your skills in event management will shine, apply 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.

Database Administrator

We are looking for a highly competent Database Administrator to join a Governance team.  This is an exciting opportunity to work across the Diocesan team to ensure the database is maintained accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner.

Positions: Database Administrator

Location: Hove/Hybrid

Hours: 22.5 hours work per week with flexibility as to how hours are worked across the week

Salary: £16,068 per annum (pro-rata FTE £26,780)

Contract: Permanent

Benefits: 28 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and 2 privilege days per year, flexi-time, free parking, the ride to work scheme, a range of staff development activities and the Diocesan Pension Scheme with 15.1% employer contribution.

Closing Date:  Midnight on 1st June 2025

Interviews: Interviews will be held in Hove on 9th June 2025.

About the Role

As Database Administrator you will be responsible for the upkeep of the diocesan CMS database and act as the diocesan Superuser to provide support, training and advice to other diocesan users.

What you’ll do:  

• Act as the expert user for the CMS database –granting permissions and offering support, training and advice to diocesan users including staff, clergy and parish officers
• Make updates to the CMS database to reflect changes in the diocese to ensure data accuracy, including after Annual Parochial Church meetings (APCM) and Mission and Pastoral scheme amendments
• Generate reports and mailing lists for diocesan users
• Act as an assistant user for the People system and Salesforces system.

About You

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

• Experience of using database systems

• Expert knowledge and experience of MS Excel and of creating mail merges in Excel and Word

• An understanding of the Church of England and parish governance and structures (desirable)
• The ability to establish constructive working relationships with people at all levels

The organisation wants its commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion for all to be reflected in the composition of staff and are particularly keen to receive applications from candidates from communities currently underrepresented in the diocese.

You may have experience in other roles such as Database and Systems Officer, CMS Systems Administrator,

Data and Systems Support Officer, Data Administrator, Information Systems Coordinator, Database and Reporting Officer, Church Management System (CMS) Coordinator, Diocesan Data Officer, Parish Information Support Officer, Digital Information Administrator, Diocesan Systems Support Administrator, Church Systems and Data Officer, Data and Compliance Administrator, Clergy & Parish Records Coordinator, Database and User Support Officer, etc. #INDNFP

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

Job Purpose 

The Accommodation Advisor provides housing support, information, advice, and guidance (IAG) to men within the criminal justice system, ensuring successful resettlement into accommodation. Managing a high caseload, the role operates within tight key performance indicators (KPIs), supporting individuals both in the community and at HMP Hewell.

Location: Primary HMP Hewell but flexibility required to support other areas as needed

Hours: 37 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities 

• Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) Housing Support
• Case Management
• KPIs & Targets
• Collaboration & Partnership
• Administration & Record Keeping
• Community & Prison Support
• Safeguarding

 Key Skills & Attributes 

• Experience of supporting individuals in prison, on a custodial license, or a community order.
• Knowledge of accommodation services and housing-related support.
• Competency in IT applications, case management systems, SharePoint, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage high caseloads with complex support needs.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to self-manage.
• Customer focus.

Notes ​

• Our organisation follows Safer Recruitment principles and guidelines for all posts where contact with children and/or adults at risk is possible – this includes a full application process, interviewing candidates, taking up and verifying two satisfactory references (one of which must be from your last employer), verifying qualifications, identity checks, an enhanced (Disclosure and Barring Service) DBS check and HMPPS prison vetting.
• You must have the right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role. 

Why work for YSS? 

• Annual leave of 35 days (including Bank Holidays).
• Additional company holidays.
• Pension Scheme.
• Employee Health & Wellbeing plan.
• Occupational sick pay.
• Flexible working / hybrid working.
• Monthly supervision for support / personal development.
• Robust induction and training programme with an organisational commitment to ongoing training and personal development.

Coeliac UK currently has an exciting opportunity for a PR and Communications Manager, to join our team hybrid working, including on site at Coeliac UK Head Office, High Wycombe. This is a full-time, permanent position. In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £40,481 - £44,978 per annum.

Coeliac UK is the charity for people who need to live without gluten.

For over 50 years we've been helping people with coeliac disease and other gluten-related conditions live happier, healthier lives. We campaign for better food options, fund research, and provide trusted advice to our community.

Join us in our mission to create a world where no one is limited by gluten.

The PR and Communications Manager role:

We are seeking a talented and proactive PR and Communications Manager to raise the profile of the charity through impactful storytelling and strategic media relations. Reporting to the Head of Marketing, this newly created role will lead the delivery of our PR function, brand communications, and celebrity engagement strategy. It’s a fantastic opportunity for a passionate communicator to make a meaningful difference by sharing the stories that shape our mission: ensuring no one’s life is limited by coeliac disease.

Key responsibilities of the PR and Communications Manager:

• Create and implement a proactive media strategy to raise awareness of Coeliac UK.
• Lead the press office function, responding to media enquiries and building relationships with journalists and key stakeholders.
• Draft compelling press releases, opinion pieces, and research-led media content in collaboration with internal teams.
• Develop and manage case studies to amplify lived experiences of people with coeliac disease.
• Manage PR activity for Coeliac Awareness Month and support ambassador, influencer, and celebrity engagement.
• Act as brand guardian to ensure tone and visual consistency across all communications.
• Collaborate across departments to support regional press, marketing campaigns, and brand development.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience required for the PR and Communications Manager:

We are looking for a creative and organised PR professional with excellent communication skills and the ability to lead media strategy. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in PR and communications, ideally within a charity or health-related sector.
• Outstanding writing skills with the ability to create impactful, engaging stories and messaging.
• Strong relationship-building skills with a background in media relations and campaign delivery.

Closing Date: 30th May 2025

If you would like to be considered as our PR and Communications Manager, please apply now with your CV and cover letter. For your application to be considered, please combine your covering letter and CV into a single document for uploading purposes. We’d love to hear from you!

About the Role

Are you someone who thrives on helping others, solving problems, and making a tangible difference in people’s lives? We’re looking for a committed and empathetic Student Advisor to join the Advice Service team at the University of Manchester Students’ Union (UMSU).

In this vital role, you’ll provide free, independent, and confidential advice to students across a range of key areas. Whether it’s supporting someone through an academic appeal, navigating complex housing issues, managing financial hardship, or dealing with personal challenges, your role is to ensure students feel heard, informed, and empowered to take the next steps.

You’ll be part of a small, dedicated team working in a busy, varied environment that puts student wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver One-to-One Support: Provide impartial, confidential advice on academic concerns (appeals, complaints, disciplinaries), housing issues, financial support, and personal or welfare-related challenges.
• Support in Crisis: Offer guidance and emotional support to students experiencing difficult or distressing circumstances, such as mental health issues, harassment, or financial insecurity.
• Create and Share Resources: Develop accessible self-help materials (articles, videos, workshops) to empower students and reduce reliance on one-to-one services.
• Promote the Service: Take part in outreach activities, including campaigns, events, and training, to raise awareness and improve access to advice and support.
• Track and Report Issues: Use our case management system to record casework clearly and securely, and help monitor trends in student issues to inform future campaigns.
• Collaborate and Contribute: Work closely with colleagues across UMSU to support key periods like Welcome Week and elections, contributing to a supportive and inclusive student experience.

See the full role profile including the person specification for more details.